Episode 239

Publishing Secrets with John Bond

Published on: 7th May, 2025

Have you ever wondered what it takes to turn your book idea into a published masterpiece? Or how to choose between traditional, self, or hybrid publishing? In this episode of Late Boomers, we chat with the incredible John Bond, a seasoned editor, publisher, and author. With over 500 books published and as the mastermind behind the Little Guides series, John shares his journey from a book-loving child to a publishing consultant helping authors shine.

We dive into the nuts and bolts of getting published, from finding your motivation to understanding the market and choosing the right agent. John’s insights on the evolving role of authors in marketing and the timeless debate of ebooks vs. paper books are not to be missed. Whether you're an aspiring author or just book-curious, this episode is packed with wisdom and encouragement to fuel your literary dreams.

Tune in and let’s embark on this publishing adventure together!


John's Bio
John Bond has been in publishing for thirty plus years, first as an editor, book publisher, then Chief Content Officer, and now a Publishing Consultant at RiverwindsConsulting.com. He is the author of a series of books on writing with Bloomsbury Publishing/Rowman & Littlefield. His newest book is: The Little Guide to Getting Your Book Published: Simple Steps to Success. He is also the host of the YouTube channel “Publishing Defined.”


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Late Boomers
Your guide to creating a third act with style, power and impact.
Welcome to Late Boomers, the podcast that is your guide to creating a third act with style, power and impact! Join your hosts, Cathy Worthington and Merry Elkins, as they bring you conversations with successful artists, entrepreneurs and entertainers who have set themselves up for an amazing third act. Everyone has a story, and Cathy and Merry take you along for the ride on each interview, recounting the journey each guest has taken to get where they are, and inspiring you to create a path to success as you look toward your own third act!