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Hi, I’m Kelly Schuknecht

I specialize in helping authors promote and market their books with proven strategies and personalized support. Whether you’re just starting or looking to boost your current sales, my services are designed to make your book stand out in a crowded market. From coaching to promotional campaigns, I offer the tools you need for success.

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Hi Reader, I’m excited to share my latest podcast episode with you! I recently sat down with Marcy Axelrod, author of How We Choose to Show Up, for a conversation that honestly changed the trajectory of my entire day. Do you ever feel like you’re on a treadmill? You’re working hard, posting on social media, and trying to get that promotion or launch that book, but you feel burned out and hollow? Marcy explains that this “By Me” mode is actually a mechanical way of living that keeps us stuck...

Hi Reader, I’m excited to share my latest podcast episode with you! I recently sat down with Katie Mehnert, author of The Ask: Break the Rules, Unleash Curiosity and Build the Future, for a conversation that really hit home for me. We’ve all had those moments where we feel “stuck”—whether it’s in a career that no longer fits or a writing project that just won’t come together. Katie’s wake-up call was a literal stay in the hospital that forced her to start asking the hard questions. In this...

Hi Reader, I’m excited to share my latest podcast episode with you! I recently sat down with Dr. Lise Janelle, author of Conversations with the Heart and co-author of the upcoming book Unstuck with Jack Canfield, for a fascinating look at the mind. Have you ever felt like you’re “unlucky” in life or business? Dr. Lise explains that 90-95% of our actions are pre-programmed. If your subconscious thinks your goal is “unsafe,” it will trigger procrastination to protect you. In this episode, we...

Hi Reader, I’m excited to share my latest podcast episode with you! I recently sat down with Analiza Quiroz Wolf, author of The Myths of Success: A Woman of Color’s Guide to Leadership, for a conversation that was both deeply personal and incredibly practical. Have you ever felt like you had to choose between your cultural identity and your professional ambition? Analiza shares her journey of navigating a traditional Filipino upbringing while climbing the ranks in the Air Force and the...

Hi Reader, I’m excited to share my latest podcast episode with you! I recently sat down with Cheri Bergeron, author of Mission Motherhood, for a conversation that is as raw as it is inspiring. Have you ever gone through a season of life that felt so difficult you wondered if there was any purpose in it? Cheri spent ten years navigating infertility, IVF, and even a complex legal battle before finding her “mission” in helping other women become mothers. In this episode, we explore: How Cheri...

Hi Reader, I’m excited to share my latest podcast episode with you! I recently sat down with Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller, author of The Empathic Leader: How EQ Via Empathy Transforms Leadership for Better Profit, Productivity, and Innovation, for a conversation that was both deeply personal and incredibly practical. Have you ever felt like you were “doing all the things” as a leader but still missing a connection with your team? Or perhaps you’re an aspiring author who is terrified of the...

Hi Reader, For over 20 years, I worked behind the scenes in marketing and publishing, helping brilliant people find their voices and share their stories. But I’ve noticed a recurring theme: so many talented professionals feel like the spotlight is meant for someone else. They have the expertise. They may have the book. But they still feel like they are "chasing" opportunities rather than attracting them. If you’ve ever felt like your expertise is your industry’s best-kept secret, I wrote this...

Hi Reader, I’m excited to share my latest podcast episode with you! I recently sat down with Linda Magoon, author of Live Free and Hike: Finding Grace on 48 Summits, for a conversation that really hit home for me. Have you ever felt like you were “too old” to try something new? Or that a certain chapter of your life was simply too long to walk away from? Linda spent nearly 25 years in a marriage marked by jealousy and insecurity before finding the courage to leave and reinvent herself in the...

Hi Reader, I’m excited to share my latest podcast episode with you! I recently sat down with Julie Wignall, author of The Extraordinary Power of Fireflies: How to Shine Your Light Brighter and Transform the World, for a conversation that really challenged my perspective on what it means to be a “success.” Have you ever felt like you were just watching the world happen from the sidelines? Julie believes that everyone has a light inside them, but too often we wait for permission, for the...

Hi Reader, I’m excited to share my latest podcast episode with you! I recently sat down with Dr. Anne Dranitsaris, Ph.D., author of Not Broken, Just Delayed: The 100 Year Evolution of Codependency and Why We’re Still Stuck, for a conversation that really shifted my perspective. Have you ever wondered why it’s so hard to say “no” to a client or a manager, even when you’re already overwhelmed? Or why you feel the need to make sure everyone else is happy before you even think about your own...