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Don't Write That Book

Don't Write That Book

By: Mike Michalowicz AJ Harper
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The "Don’t Write That Book" podcast serves as your guide to crafting your bestseller and embracing your role as an author. Your hosts, Mike Michalowicz and AJ Harper, act as your personal experts, steering you through the intricacies of writing and publishing. Mike and AJ demystify all aspects of creating and releasing your book, offering insights drawn from their own journeys. This podcast will be your safeguard against writing THAT book. Art Career Success Economics Literary History & Criticism
Episodes
  • Hybrid vs. Traditional: Revisiting Publishing Path Decisions

    Hybrid vs. Traditional: Revisiting Publishing Path Decisions
    Jun 25 2026

    In this episode, Mike and AJ talk about the pros and cons of hybrid and traditional publishing. Mike and AJ discuss their own personal journeys through publishing their books and why they chose the paths they did. Wherever you are in your journey of authorship, this episode will be full of information you need to know!

    Be sure to visit https://dwtbpodcast.com for more information and add your name to start receiving their newsletter. If you’d like to support this show, rate, subscribe, and leave a review on your podcast app.

    Books/Resources Mentioned:

    Take Breaks, Work Better by John Briggs

    Time Freedom by Brian Herriott

    Connect with AJ & Mike:

    AJ Harper, website

    Write A Must-Read

    Free resources

    AJ’s Socials:

    Facebook

    LinkedIn

    Mike Michalowicz, website

    All books


    Mike’s Socials:

    IG

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    57 mins
  • Lindy West: What Happens When Your Readers Are Mad at You

    Lindy West: What Happens When Your Readers Are Mad at You
    Jun 23 2026

    Surprise! This week, we have a bonus episode all about what happens when your readers are upset with you. Author of Shrill, Lindy West, was a feminist sensation who became a millennial icon. But when her next memoir, Adult Braces, hit the market, it stirred up a frenzy of backlash. Articles started coming out, and West and her partners did not appreciate what was being said. Soon enough, it snowballed out of control. Mike and AJ are here to help authors who may find themselves in this situation and to show them how to respond.

    Be sure to visit https://dwtbpodcast.com for more information and add your name to start receiving their newsletter. If you’d like to support this show, rate, subscribe, and leave a review on your podcast app.
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    51 mins
  • Five Years Out: Bold Predictions for Publishing

    Five Years Out: Bold Predictions for Publishing
    Jun 18 2026

    In this episode, AJ and Mike discuss and reflect on the publishing industry and its evolution over the years. They even share what their predictions are for the future of book publishing. Mike and AJ will be making some pretty bold statements, you do not want to miss!

    Be sure to visit https://dwtbpodcast.com for more information and add your name to start receiving their newsletter. If you’d like to support this show, rate, subscribe, and leave a review on your podcast app.

    Books/Resources Mentioned:

    The Coaching Habit, by Michael Bungay Stanier

    The Comfort Crisis, by Michael Easter

    Connect with AJ & Mike:

    AJ Harper, website

    Write A Must-Read

    Free resources

    AJ’s Socials:

    Facebook

    LinkedIn

    Mike Michalowicz, website

    All books


    Mike’s Socials:

    IG

    FB

    LinkedIn
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    42 mins
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