If I'm Being Honest: Straight Talk About Book Publishing & Promotion

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If I’m Being Honest is a straight-talk podcast about self-publishing and book marketing—created for authors who want realistic expectations and practical advice.


Hosted by Joel Pitney and Sayde Walker, the show explores what it actually takes to publish, promote, and sell books in today’s crowded marketplace. Featuring interviews with successful authors and industry experts, we dig into the wins, the missteps, the numbers, and the uncomfortable truths that rarely get discussed.


If you’re a first-time author (or feeling stuck after publishing), this podcast is here to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and honesty.



Episode Date
How to Use AI to Beat Writers Block and Write More with Plot Drive
May 28, 2026
Own Your Book Marketing
May 22, 2026
How AutoCrit Helps You Plan and Finish Your Book with Bekah Brinkmeier
May 08, 2026
Changes in Self Publishing Trends with Alexa Bigwarfe
Apr 28, 2026
How To Grow Your Reader Base With BookFunnel
Apr 20, 2026
Why You Should be Selling Books Directly to Your Readers with Dave Sheets
Apr 10, 2026
Stop Chasing the Perfect Book Launch
Apr 01, 2026
Thought Leadership That Works: Turning Your Book Into Opportunity with Laurinda Calongne
Mar 27, 2026
How to Get Lasting Sales with Martin Leitner
Mar 17, 2026
From Self-Publishing To Bookstore Shelves with Heather Hendrie
Mar 04, 2026
How Authors Misuse AI and What To Do Instead
Mar 04, 2026
How to Lose Money on Amazon Ads and Still Win Big with Steve Sarner
Mar 03, 2026