I’m still buzzing from this…

I am filled with so much love and gratitude right now.

Grace Kraaijvanger gathered The Hivery community to celebrate She Builds book release party on Tuesday night. The event was sold out with 50+ people there––including my family, my Support Squad (close friends, my life coach, my therapist), and current and past clients.

It was a beautiful evening! And I’m still buzzing. 🐝✨💛

Also a heartfelt thanks to the generous event sponsors:

• @club.evexia.marin for hosting us in their gorgeous space in Mill Valley
• @kimthompsonsteel for capturing the magic 📸 of each moment including those you see here!
• @drinkgoodpharma for adaptogenic pour-over tea
• @laughingglass for ready-to-drink tequila cocktails

If you didn’t make it to this event, but you’d still like to celebrate with me in-person and have an opportunity for me to personally sign a hardcover copy of She Builds, it’s not too late.

Join me on Thursday, December 1st at 7:00pm in Walnut Creek, California. Cozy up with other incredible community-centered women in a women-owned Coffee Shop for intimate behind-the-scenes tips and insights on how we can embrace the anti-hustle mindset. We’ll also enjoy vegan light bites, wine, and good conversations.

During my release party, Grace asked the room, “How many people want to write a book?” 75% of the people in the room raised their hands. So many of us have stories and messages we want to share. And I’m excited to reveal what authors need to succeed when it comes to writing a book that impacts the world on the Lead with Love podcast.

Surprising Book Publishing Insights From My Literary Agent

Have you ever thought about writing a book? If you want insight into how the publishing process works, you’re in for a treat because today I talk to my literary agent, David Fugate, who shares advice about what it takes to publish a book.

David Fugate is the President & Founder of LaunchBooks Literary Agency. He has represented a wide range of bestselling fiction and nonfiction projects that include New York Times bestselling authors –– including Andy Weir, author of The Martian, which was turned into the Golden Globe winning film starring Matt Damon and directed by Ridley Scott, and Project Hail Mary, currently in development to become a film starring Ryan Gosling. He also represents Chris Guillebeau, Vanessa Van Edwards, Megan Devine, Jadah Sellner (that’s me!), and many others.

What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!):

» What David sees as being the most challenging parts of the book publishing process for authors launching a book

» The key characteristics an author needs to manage the book writing journey successfully

» How the clientele he represents has evolved over the years, and why he says that he doesn’t necessarily follow trends

» His best advice for someone thinking about publishing a book

» Tips and strategies for the launch phase of getting a book out into the world

You can find the full show notes from this episode over at jadahsellner.com/194

Check out the episode on Apple or Spotify (or wherever you listen to podcasts). And if something resonates while you’re listening, will you send me a quick DM on Instagram? I’d love to hear from you.

Warm hugs,