#16 AUTHOR: From Zero to Self-Published Author | Real Step-By-Step Journey (Chaos, Checklists & Cheerleading!)

Sometimes you think you know exactly how a book will go…

and then you end up changing the title at the printer stage.

In this chapter of Cheer Chapters, I’m sharing the full messy, magical, step-by-step journey of how I became a self-published author — from brainstorming bedtime stories to trademarks, editors, illustrators, formatting, ISBNs, and all the “wait, what do I do next?!” moments.

Perfect for parents, coaches, cheer program owners, and anyone curious about writing their first book.

I’m Allison: two decades on the mats, delivering real stories, coaching tools & zero fluff. From sweat and stunts to late-night choreography and the unplanned self-publishing path—this channel is for parents cheering, coaches grinding, and program owners building something authentic.

I’m a mum with dyslexia, ADHD, and enough side quests in my videos to keep things interesting—expect detours, laughs, real struggles & growth.

If you want straight-talk on coaching cheer, how to support young athletes, how to run a gym without losing your mind (trust me—I learned the hard way), or hear what inspired me to write a book—you’ll feel right at home here. I dive into the messy behind-the-scenes, the wins & fails, interviews, and sneak-peeks into my writing—all with humour, honesty, and heart.

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📚 FIND THE BOOKS

Author Exclusive Shop

https://thecheerleaderbookclub.com/shop/

Buy on Amazon

https://mybook.to/tcbcstore

🤸 FREE DOWNLOAD

The Cheer Brilliance Blueprint

Map out a positive, confident cheerleading journey at home — because a happy cheerleader is a powerful one.

👉 https://thecheerleaderbookclub.com/#freedownload

🔗 TOOLS & RESOURCES I USE

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📚 Books & Author Tools

• ISBNs (AU) – Thorpe & Bowles

https://www.myidentifiers.com.au/

• Findaway Voices (Audiobooks)

https://www.voicesbyinaudio.com/

• BookVault (Print-on-Demand)

https://bookvault.app/join-the-team/

• ALLi – Alliance of Independent Authors

https://www.allianceindependentauthors.org/members/join?affid=20523

• Free ISBN Barcode Generator

https://kindlepreneur.com/isbn-bar-code-generator/

• IngramSpark (Global Distribution)

https://www.ingramspark.com/

• Publisher Rocket (Keyword Research)

https://cheerchapters--rocket.thrivecart.com/publisher-rocket/

• Amazon KDP

https://kdp.amazon.com/

• BookLinker (Universal Amazon Links)

https://booklinker.com/

🎧 Podcasting

• RedCircle (Podcast Hosting & Distribution)

https://app.redcircle.com/sign-up

💼 Business & Websites

• Hostinger + WordPress

https://hostinger.com?REFERRALCODE=GL4THECHEXI1

• Namecheap (Domains & Email)

https://www.namecheap.com/

• Fiverr (Freelancers & Creatives)

https://www.fiverr.com/

• Canva (Design & Graphics)

https://www.canva.com/

• QuickBooks (Accounting)

https://quickbooks.intuit.com/

📱 Social Media & Content Tools

• Buffer (Scheduling)

https://buffer.com/join/66c386f3a7c32ef283f3be733cb8623df06b16fe81ceada6911ac8b57829ed3b

• Opus Clip (Short-Form Video Clips)

https://www.opus.pro/?via=760090

🌐 CONNECT & FOLLOW

• Website – The Cheerleader Book Club

https://www.thecheerleaderbookclub.com

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