by Susan Jagannath | Aug 26, 2025 | AI, Bestsellers, Books, Writing
We’ve explored how you can use the Root, Sacral, and Solar Plexus Chakras build the foundation of your book. Now, let’s consider to the upper chakras, where your book transforms from a personal project into a shared treasure with universal impact,...
by Susan Jagannath | Aug 25, 2025 | AI, Books, Writing
In today’s publishing world, writing a great book is just the beginning. To truly succeed, authors must also master the art of visual storytelling—whether it’s creating stunning book covers, scroll-stopping social media posts, or compelling promotional graphics. But...
by Susan Jagannath | Aug 25, 2025 | Bestsellers, Books, Writing
Welcome to “The Secret ABCs of a Bestselling Book.” Have you ever wondered what it takes to turn a good book into a bestselling sensation? If so, you’re in the right place. Each letter in our ABCs represents a crucial aspect of the book publishing process...
by Susan Jagannath | Aug 22, 2025 | AI, Bestsellers, Books, Writing
This template pack provides plug-and-play structures for your author website and book marketing content, crafted with Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) in mind. Customize them to feed AI systems with rich, contextual, and reader-focused information so that you can...
by Susan Jagannath | Aug 22, 2025 | AI, Bestsellers, Books, Writing
The AI revolution in publishing isn’t coming—it’s already here. Generative search engines and smart assistants are changing the way readers discover books. If you’re still optimizing your website for Google’s traditional search, you’re only halfway prepared. In my...
by Susan Jagannath | Aug 22, 2025 | AI, Bestsellers, Books, Writing
Authors, love it or hate it, the AI-driven revolution is here—and it’s changing the game for book discoverability. It’s vital that we don’t get left behind. I watched a podcast where Joanna Penn hosted Thomas Umstattd Jr., CEO of AuthorMedia.com and host...
by Susan Jagannath | Jun 17, 2025 | Bestsellers, Books, Self-publishing, Women, Writing
What I Expected I was as excited as a child at Christmas when Banu Mushtaq’s Heart Lamp won the Booker Prize. Yeah, I was one of those kids who only looked for book-shaped presents from Santa. Having lived in Bangalore, the bustling heart of Karnataka, I thought —...
by Susan Jagannath | May 23, 2025 | Bestsellers, Books, Self-publishing, Women, Writing
I was thrilled when “Heart lamp” snagged the International Booker Prize—what an achievement for Banu Mushtak and a huge win for Kannada literature! I went looking for the International Booker Prize 2025 Heart Lamp a Kannada book now beautifully translated into...
by Susan Jagannath | Mar 19, 2025 | Adventures, Places, Travel
How did I end up driving from Goa to Bangalore by road? I mostly write about walks and hikes – so this journey was a change. I just got furious with the irrationally high airfares – the luxury car with a/c and a driver was less than half the cost of the...
by Susan Jagannath | Jan 31, 2025 | Adventures, Faith, Places, Travel, Walking, Walks, Women, Writing
The tragic stampede prompted this guide on How to Stay Safe in a Crowd like the Kumbh Mela. The stampede at the Kumbh Mela is a stark reminder that while faith moves us, safety must guide us. Having been at the Kumbh just weeks ago, I felt the energy of the crowd, the...