J.R. Heimbigner

4 days ago | medium.com | J.R. Heimbigner

J.R. Heimbigner is the author of 18 books, (14x #1 Bestseller on Amazon). This is his blog where he shares about his writing journey, musings, and updates on his books. Follow publication10 Common Author Platform Mistakes (and How to Fix Them Fast)Building an author platform feels overwhelming. You know you need one to sell books, grow your audience, and make a living as a writer — but where do you start? Social media feels crowded. Email lists seem complicated.

6 days ago | medium.com | J.R. Heimbigner

Take your readers on a journey to becoming customersI have found that if you like writing books, it can be enough to write a lot of mini books. However, many of us like to create additional income to help us write more books. This is where creating a back-end product can help you create that income. But, we don’t always need to write a 300-page magnum opus. Sometimes, a 30-page mini book is all it takes to start the right relationship with the right audience.

1 week ago | medium.com | J.R. Heimbigner

What would be my daily routine if I could have it exactly how I want it to be? This is a great question because I could easily tell you what I don't want my routine to be like. But, I want to remain positive, so I will share how I'd love my days to go. MorningMy morning would involve a few things already do:Coffee. Read my Bible, journal, and pray. Read one chapter of a book. This is where my morning would deviate. My next steps to morning would go as follows:Go for a walk.

1 week ago | medium.com | J.R. Heimbigner

Yes, you absolutely can — and more people are doing it every day. Self-publishing no longer means writing a 300-page novel or a 70,000-word business book. One of the most exciting trends today is self-publishing mini books:Short, focused reads that deliver value fast. Think 3,000 to 10,000 words, often read in under an hour. They’re ideal for our fast-paced, attention-scarce world — and they sell surprisingly well when positioned correctly. So, what is a mini book exactly? It’s not just a short book.

1 week ago | medium.com | J.R. Heimbigner

7-Part Structure for Writing a Client-Attracting BookAttention spans are short. Competition is fierce. And clarity is currency. For coaches, consultants, and creators, writing a book isn’t just about sharing your story — it’s about establishing authority, creating value, and attracting the right audience. But where do you begin? That’s where The Minimalist Author Framework comes in.