Alexa's Publishing Chat
Slow down to Speed Up! Realistic Planning for 2026 {ep. 199}
December 9, 2025
In this Momentum Monday episode, Alexa challenges the rush-rush-rush mindset that sabotages authors and publishing professionals. She breaks down why “slowing down to speed up” is essential for successful book launches, platform growth, and sustainable progress—and how to plan realistically for a thriving 2026.
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In this Momentum Monday episode, recorded around Alexa’s 49th birthday, she reflects on how close she came to not seeing this year—and why she’s treating it like an epic, rock-star season of life. She unpacks what “slow down to speed up” really means for authors and publishing professionals, from realistic timelines and launch planning to the emotional fallout of rushing. You’ll hear why friends and family won’t save your book sales, how small, consistent actions build empires, and how to map out a flexible, quarter-by-quarter plan for a successful 2026—plus how you can support Alexa’s big birthday goals through reviews, shares, and joining her in Columbia, SC or WIP Society.

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