Testimonials

“Leah is generous with her broad and detailed knowledge of the art of sending forth one's cherished book successfully into the world... She offers practical magic.”

—Kim Stafford, author of Singer Come from Afar (Red Hen Books)

Singer Come From Afar by Kim Stafford

“It’s essential in today's jam-packed media universe to advocate for your work; yet the task can feel overwhelming. Book Publicity School allows you to navigate the saturated market with a strategic mindset and practical tools. Leah breaks down the publicity process in six digestible classes that will vastly deepen your resources for book promotion. The class is invaluable and Leah is a true gem.”

—Mitzi Rapkin, host of First Draft: A Dialogue on Writing via LitHub Radio

  • “A brilliant workshop. I'm feeling prepared and even privileged going into the publication of my first book-length project—the exact opposite feeling I had before the course.”

    Ryan Chamberlain
    The Lives & Deaths of Véronique Bangoura

  • “The amount of knowledge, experience, and advice that Leah Paulos is willing to share is staggering. The support was invaluable!”

    Luisa Colon
    Bad Moon Rising (Cemetary Dance)

  • “Leah distilled what seems utterly chaotic into a systematic process. Sessions are razor focused, full of craft knowledge. Her calm pacing and delivery, along with generous coaching, makes the exercises productive (even fun) work.”

    Pamela Sandstrom
    Pilgrimage to Broken Mountain (Univ of Colorado Press)

  • “As an emerging writer, the thought of marketing my work is daunting, but Leah demystified the process and offered valuable information backed by years of experience.”

    Angelica Esquivel
    writer and poet

  • “Leah is friendly, accessible, and very generous with her advice. These classes give you the confidence and know-how to do what you need to for the best possible book roll-out.”

    Elizabeth Hamblet
    7 Steps to College Success (Rowman & Littlefield)

  • “The 6-Week workshop covers everything from what to include on your website and how to ask for blurbs to what to write to journalists. All the resources—sample pitches, lists of outlets that publish essays & book reviews, etc—are invaluable.”

    Pune Dracker, author

  • “The workshop is a goldmine of information, and Leah gives clear goals, timelines, and ideas. I left feeling empowered.”

    Joanna Strange
    author working on two manuscripts

  • “The 6-Week Intensive helped me build my book promotion skills and learn how to think about my book from the lens of a journalist. I appreciated Leah's encouraging personality. Well worth it!”

    Leontina Hormel
    Trailer Park (Rutgers University Press)

  • “Book Publicity School offers incredible resources for authors: templates for creating press kits, how-tos for pitching op-eds, lists of top bookstores for events, and digital tools for finding contacts and organizing your book promotion.”

    Scout Invie
    publicist at Torrey House Press

  • "Leah and her team led me step-by-step through the publication process with time-specific actions to promote my book. Highly recommended!"

    Elizabeth Hilborn
    Restoring Eden (Chicago Review Press)

  • “You can't afford NOT to take this workshop if you're an author. I recommend it if you’re writing a book proposal, if you’ve turned in your manuscript, and also if you plan to hire a publicist and want to leverage your investment.”

    Jill Swenson
    author and book development editor

  • “I came out of the 6-week course with a clear plan of action—not just a timeline, but a way of organizing and strategizing. I highly recommend it to any author willing to heed great publicity advice!”

    Sandra Taylor
    The Night Garden (Pierian Springs)

  • “Leah and her team provided detailed and expert advice for generating traction for my book, and the cohort model has been encouraging me to stay the course. Book Publicity School has actually helped me find joy in the process!”

    Anindya Kundu
    TED Talks speaker and education expert

“I didn’t know how to approach promo for my
book but I left with all the tools I needed. Leah
shares how it really works behind-the-scenes.”

—Julio Vincent Gambuto, author of Please Unsubscribe, Thanks! (Simon & Schuster)

“My journey to agent and publisher took over a decade of writing, revising, pitching—and waiting. Finding energy to then promote the book was daunting. Enter Leah Paulos and the dynamic team at Book Publicity School, packed with generosity plus expertise, and tailored to the unique needs of authors ready to work smart. If that describes you, don’t hesitate to sign up!”

—Anita Gail Jones, author of The Peach Seed (Henry Holt)

The Peach Seed by Anita Gail Jones

“With my pub date approaching, I expected limited attention from my publisher and was anxious to get my publicity ducks in a row—but I didn't know where to start. Leah explained clearly what I needed to prepare for a successful book launch, and she was always available to answer questions & provide feedback. I left the program armed with great material, and feeling much more secure about the path forward!”

—Carl Sciacchitano, The Heart that Fed: A Father, a Son, and the Long Shadow of War (Simon & Schuster)

Mortal Republic: How Rome Fell Into Tyranny by Edward J. Watts

“Working with Leah helped me to think clearly and express powerfully why my book mattered and what effect I hoped its message would have. She is the best teacher imaginable.”

—Edward J. Watts, author of Mortal Republic (Basic Books)