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booktalkwithkarla's review against another edition
5.0
As an introvert, I often let fear stop me from speaking. I’d like to change that and this book offers practical steps. I have an action list and will come back to it for next steps after I take action in these initial steps. Think it is helpful for all people who desire to speak publicly.
nancyotoole's review against another edition
4.0
This past fall, I had my first public speaking experience as an author. And while I thought that I was plenty prepared, the second I got behind the microphone, I found myself shaking uncontrollably. I completely forgot everything that I had written up. I knew that I needed a little help, so I picked up this book. And as an author, and an introvert, it seemed like a good fit.
The second edition of Public Speaking for Authors, Creatives, and Other Introverts, admittedly goes a bit farther than I intend to dabble in as a small-time writer, but the advice here is undoubtedly good, covering everything from mindset issues to practical advice on what exactly you need to do in a public speaking setting. It’s clear that the author, Joanna Penn, is speaking from her own personal experience, which makes her advice feel quite legitimate.
This is an overall solid selection for any author who’s looking to use public speaking as part of their marketing.
The second edition of Public Speaking for Authors, Creatives, and Other Introverts, admittedly goes a bit farther than I intend to dabble in as a small-time writer, but the advice here is undoubtedly good, covering everything from mindset issues to practical advice on what exactly you need to do in a public speaking setting. It’s clear that the author, Joanna Penn, is speaking from her own personal experience, which makes her advice feel quite legitimate.
This is an overall solid selection for any author who’s looking to use public speaking as part of their marketing.
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