Content Director, Anaconda. Publishing consultant and agent. Former book editor. Host of the Tech Pubcast: thetechpubcast.riverside.com
Joined August 2008
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Apr 23
You might think writing a technical book is a great way to make money. It’s not.
"Python in Excel Step by Step" author Dave Langer breaks down the real outcomes in my first episode of the Tech Pubcast:
→ credibility
→ opportunities
→ long-term career leverage
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Jun 10
One of the most common mistakes I see from authors is focusing on what they want to write instead of what problem they're solving.
If you cannot clearly articulate the problem your book solves, readers won't be motivated to read it.
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Jun 10
Check out the full episode on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=30P5s4La…
On Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/1dm…
On Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
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Publishers manage dozens of books every year. If you want your book to succeed, assume all marketing responsibility belongs to you.
Well-written books aren't the bestsellers. The most heavily self-promoted books often are.
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Like many authors, John expected relief when he completed his manuscript. Instead, he struggled with the writer's equivalent of postpartum depression.
Have you ever finished a major project and felt something similar?
🎙️ Check out the full episode: youtube.com/watch?v=30P5s4La…
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May 28
I’ve seen co-authors produce great books, and I’ve seen friendships become disasters.
Jacob and @17jmumf described their process, pacing around arguing over ideas with a Google Doc cast on the TV. Good news: They're still friends!
Full ep of 🎙️ Tech Pubcast in the comments.
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May 26
“It takes a certain level of hubris to say: I have something worth saying.”
Writing a book, building a podcast, creating anything meaningful requires the belief that your perspective might genuinely help someone.
"The world is a museum of passion projects." -Jacob Miller
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May 26
Check out the full episode: youtube.com/watch?v=4sB6t6mn…
On Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/3UYak9…
On Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
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May 21
Most companies are using AI to optimize around the edges. The real opportunity is applying AI to the core value your company delivers.
Great conversation with Jacob Miller and Jeremy Mumford on the Tech Pubcast. @17jmumf
#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #EnterpriseAI
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May 15
Writing a tech book isn't just about expertise.
Publishers want proof that:
- the topic has an audience
- the market is large enough
- your book stands apart from competing titles
Ryan Dolley explains why a persuasive book proposal is critical for snagging a book deal.
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May 13
One of the biggest misconceptions about publishing a tech book: Your publisher will do the marketing for you.
Ryan Dolley explains why publishers want authors who can build an audience and promote their work.
🎥 “Your Publisher Isn’t Your Marketing Hero”
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If your technical book is just a step-by-step tutorial, people will just watch YouTube instead.
The real job of a book is different: Teach people how to think.
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Watch the full episode on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=RnacBM_4…
Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/3UYak9…
Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
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Apr 29
Today, Anaconda acquired @OuterboundsHQ.
As AI rewrites how software is built, the question is no longer who writes the code, but what it's built on.
Together, the platforms deliver a trusted foundation across the full AI-native development lifecycle: bit.ly/41Yl3IP
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Apr 28
Imposter syndrome plagues the best of us.
A tech reviewer leaves 2–3 critical comments and suddenly it feels like your whole book is wrong.
Dave Langer’s advice: write what you know, not what you want to be known for.
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