In this podcast, I chat with real estate trainer Lee Woodward about how writing a book can establish your authority in your industry and elevate your brand. From defining your ‘why’ to bringing your ideas to life without the overwhelm, this episode sheds light on how to write and publish your business book and the costs involved. You’ll also learn about the unique process Lee and I developed while producing 7 books together that could save you from having to write your manuscript!
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Gillie and Marc – A manifesto of Public Art by Two Hearts, One Vision, Gillie and Marc Schattner, (Gilllie and Marc)
Editing and proofreading
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Phaedra for her incredible work as the editor of our book, Gillie and Marc: A Manifesto of Public Art by Two Hearts, One Vision. Her keen eye for detail and unwavering support were instrumental in helping us achieve the perfect outcome, turning our vision into a beautifully cohesive publication. Working with Phaedra has been an absolute pleasure; her professionalism, creativity, and insight made the entire process enjoyable and inspiring. Thank you for being such an integral part of our journey! Best wishes Gillie
MEMOIR
Full Circle – A Creative Journey, Marion Mikkelsen (Exlibris)
Copyediting, project management (including proofreading and production)
A heartfelt thank you for your sound advice and patience.
NON-FICTION
Claiming Doors – Mastering the Techniques of the Complete Salesperson, Lee Woodward (Exlibris Publishing)
Ghostwriting from audio, developmental editing, copyediting, project management
In the world of words, no one is better at bringing the magic to life on a page than my editor, Phaedra Pym. Thank you for helping me bring my life’s work to a wider audience.
NON-FICTION/PHILOSOPHY
METACONTENT - the intellectual substrates for sense-making, Ashkan Tashvir (Exlibris Publishing)
Developmental editing, copyediting, project management (including proofreading and production)
MEMOIR
Gutter Glitter – a gritty personal insight into opioid addiction, mental illness and survival against all odds, Kirsten Moore (Exlibris Publishing)
Copyediting, project management (including proofreading and production)
A heartfelt thank you to the dedicated editing and design team from A Way With Words: Phaedra Pym and Thymen Hoek, and to Eric Hoek from Exlibris for production. Working with such a close-knit group of people has been a privilege. You took my work and gave it the precision it needed to be taken to the next level.
FICTION
What if life came with a user guide?, Deanne Duncombe (Exlibris Publishing)
Developmental editing, copyediting, project management (including proofreading and production)
One of the biggest lessons I have learnt in writing this book is to never underestimate the power of an awesome production team. I offer an absolute tonne of gratitude to Phaedra Pym from A Way with Words for her amazing editing. Phaedra made editing so much fun while also showing me how to put myself in the shoes of my readers – she has my heartfelt gratitude. It is a journey I have loved, and I value Phaedra’s considerable efforts.
NON-FICTION/SELF-HELP
Frequency, Mat Steinwede (Exlibris Publishing)
Developmental editing, copyediting, project management (including proofreading and production)
FICTION
Becoming – the emergence of being, Ashkan Tashvir (Exlibris Publishing)
Developmental editing, copyediting, project management (including proofreading and production)
NON-FICTION/PHILOSOPHY
Human Being – illuminating the reality beneath the facade, Ashkan Tashvir (Exlibris Publishing)
Developmental editing, copyediting, project management (including proofreading and production)
NON-FICTION
BEING, the Source of Power, Ashkan Tashvir (Exlibris Publishing)
Developmental editing, copyediting, proofreading and end-to-end project management
Phaedra Pym, the editor of this work, went beyond her professional responsibilities and has been with me through the emotional burdens and anxieties. Her care and obsession with the content have made a significant difference to what is now available to you.
NON-FICTION
Margaret’s Story – The unfolding discovery of the Fragile X gene, Professor Gillian Turner AO & Contributors (Exlibris Publishing)
Substantive and copyediting
It all reads so well and is easily understandable. Congratulations! What a marvellous job you have done. Professor Gillian Turner AO
MEMOIR
My Broken Soldier – The untold story of life beyond the front line, Karen Page (Exlibris Publishing)
Manuscript assessment, copyediting, proofreading and project management
This book would not have seen the light of day without the help of my editor, Phaedra Pym. This was a first for me and it started as a hot mess. But with Phaedra’s insight, experience and guidance we have turned it into something that I am so very proud of, a book that I hope will help some, if not many, people. Thanks for pushing me further than I thought possible, Phaedra, and for keeping me focused to the end.
NOVEL
Picking up Threads, Dianne McKissock
(Bookbound Publishing)
Developmental editing, copyediting, proofreading
I’ve had some lovely feedback about the book, especially from psychologists and social workers who think it should be included in university courses for anyone involved in the care of young people whose grief is largely misunderstood. And - your work and that of the proofreader and typesetter still receives praise - people most impressed that they can’t find any errors. Brilliant editing, great typesetting, excellent proofreading - what more can I say? Many many thanks. Dianne McKissock
MEMOIR
The Girl From Waiuta – a journey through light and shade, Marion Mikkelsen (Bookbound Publishing)
Developmental editing, copyediting, proofreading and coordinating the self-publishing process
This book would not have been completed without the help of my editor and friend, Phaedra Pym. This memoir was a first for Phaedra and I soon learnt that she is very good at getting inside my head and my soul and I am overwhelmed with gratitude for the dedication and passion that has driven her to help me complete this work. Marion Mikkelsen
HISTORICAL NON-FICTION
Kangaroo Grassland to Geelong Botanic Gardens and Eastern Park – a chronological pictorial history. Researched and written by Ian Rogers (Bookbound Publishing)
Project management from manuscript to market (including substantive and copyediting, indexing, proofreading and coordinating the self-publishing process)
Thank you Phaedra, Eric and An for the fantastic work in compiling my book into a great book on the history of the Geelong Botanic Gardens. Phaedra, your input has been fantastic and much appreciated. An, your index is, in Phaedra’s words, “incredible”, making the book a very useful historical chronology, and Eric the compilation and its design of the book makes it easy to read and follow. Thank you all very much, it has been a long journey for me but I can see the benefits of the book all coming together. Ian Rogers
BUSINESS & SELF-DEVELOPMENT
Fail Smart, an undeniable link between failure and success, Prakash Menon (Bookbound Publishing)
Structural and copyediting, proofreading
One of the finest writers I have been privileged to have known and be part of my team. As we all know, we are only as good as the team around us and most certainly without hesitation I can say Phaedra is extremely passionate about what she does, very forensic with her work, her attention to detail and timely follow through makes it so much easier for me to do my work. Simply an ‘A Class’ player. Thanks Phaedra for being part of my life. Prakash Menon, Thought Leader & retail expert
The Free Spirit Of Your Life Purpose – unlocking the genius plan of your life purpose with the power of your archetypes, Jacqueline Hofste (The Omne Publishing Group)
Substantive and copyediting
Thank you for editing my book and finishing it on time. I really like what you have done and as your business name suggests: you do have a way with words. Jacqueline Hofste
BOOKS BY LEE WOODWARD
Ghostwriting from audio, proofreading, coordinating the self-publishing process
What to Say, What to Send – Scripts, Dialogues, Letters & Questions
The Flight of Prorentals – the incredible story behind the growth & sale of Prorentals
Frameworks – foundations & systems for success in real estate sales
How to Prospect for Future Business in Real Estate
(Bookbound Publishing)
Phaedra has an incredible talent for bringing real words together that match the needs of the audience and the project. We have produced four great books together, which are all selling well, with more to come. Lee Woodward, Founder, CEO, Creative Director, Real Estate Academy
Build a Healthy Business – sales & leadership blogs by a practitioner, NOT an academic, Garret Norris (Bookbound Publishing)
Copyediting and coordinating the self-publishing process
Nicely edited. This book would not have happened if you were not supporting me and doing what you do so well. Has anyone told you that you have a way with words? Garret Norris
Building Your Own Real Estate Practice – a financial guide & plan to achieve business success, Manos Findikakis (Bookbound Publishing)
Copyediting and coordinating the self-publishing process
Magic work on the book, Phaedra. Thank you. Manos Findikakis
The Mat Steinwede Real Estate System, Mat Steinwede (Bookbound Publishing)
Ghostwriting from audio and proofreading
Friendly Auctions – how the real estate industry can make auctions a win/win/win for buyers, sellers and agents, Mark Kentwell
Substantive and copyediting, proofreading, coordinating the self-publishing process
Thank you greatly for your assistance in this project; it’s very exciting to have it ready for AREC. Mark Kentwell
The Sales Master - A Practical Guide to Sucess in Sales, Frank Woodward with commentary by Lee Woodward
Copyediting, proofreading, coordinating the self-publishing process
How to Lose Money and Have Fun - The Joy of Farming, Alan Tooth
Copyediting and proofreading
Editorial Feature
My client, Morling College (a theological college), requested that I write a feature article for their quarterly Summa Supremo magazine based on the transcription of an audio interview. This is one example of several articles I have written for this client, which have since been published in two of their magazines.
Marketing Collateral
My client, Lee Woodward heads up Australia’s leading training organisation for the real estate industry, Real Estate Academy (REA). I have taken on many projects from copywriting for marketing collateral to editorial features in REA magazines. One of my most recent was a 9 page contribution to REA’s Activate brochure.
Editorial Feature
I have been writing the monthly cover story for our regional business magazine, Central Coast Business Review, since 2014. Each month I interview the subject to uncover and share the story behind their success in business. This is one example.