Early Bird: Save $500 by May 15 COSTA RICA: THE LEADERSHIP LEAP — “From Writer to Author” Immersion November 7–15, 2026 Finca Mia Retreat Center, Costa Rica $5,957–$6,757 | https://theservantedge.com/immersions/costa-rica/ Co-led by @Stephanie Mikulasek + Sierra Melcher (publisher) + Susan Ellison-McGee (communications strategist) ______________________________________________________________________________ We're doing something we’ve never done before this November In 75 books and 400+ authors, I’ve noticed something. The writers who come to Red Thread ready — truly ready — almost always describe the same moment. It’s not when they finish the manuscript. It’s not when they get the publishing contract. It’s before all of that. It’s the moment when they stop calling themselves “someone who writes” and start calling themselves an author. Out loud. To other people. That identity shift is the hardest part of the entire publishing journey. And it almost never happens at a desk. That’s why this November, we're doing something we’ve never offered before. Sierra Melcher is co-leading a 9-day immersion in the mountains of Costa Rica — not a writing retreat, but a transformation experience designed to take you across the threshold from private writer to public author. @Sierra Melcher be there as your publisher — workshopping your ideas, walking you through the publishing landscape, and helping you get clear on your book, your message, and your readiness. Alongside me will be @Stephanie Mikulasek , a former U.S. Diplomat and executive coach who designs immersive leadership experiences across six continents through her company The ServantEDGE — and Susan Ellison-McGee, a strategic communications expert who will help you build the public voice, media presence, and platform your book deserves.

We officially have something exciting to share… You can now earn referral income by inviting writers into our Write Your Book community. If you've found value here, in the coaching, the live sessions, the courses, the conversations, this is your chance to help grow this space and get rewarded for it. Here’s how it works: You probably already know writers who: 📚 Want to finally finish their book 📚 Feel stuck doing it alone 📚 Are craving structure, feedback, and community 📚 Want guidance from award-winning authors and publishing experts Now, when you invite them, you earn when they join. Why this matters: This community has grown to 333 thriving authors and aspiring authors — and every single person here helps shape the culture. The best members come from referrals. From trusted recommendations.From people like YOU. So, if you’ve ever thought: 👉 “My friend needs this.” 👉 “My colleague keeps talking about writing a book.” 👉 “Someone in my network would love this community.” Now is the perfect time to invite them. What you’ll get: ✔ Your own referral link ✔ Earnings when someone joins through you, and every month they stay ✔ The chance to grow your network with serious writers ✔ The satisfaction of helping more voices get into the world If you’d like your referral link, comment below: "SEND MY LINK" …and we’ll get you set up. Let’s grow this movement — together. ✍️🔥

Connect and see all of our books on our new PUBLISHER'S Goodreads account. We will like & follow in return, of course... happy to review books as well. https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/200162606-red-thread-publishing Since Steve Sarner's presentation earlier this year, the former VP of Goodreads, we have learned so much and seen incredible results from optimizing and deeply engaging on the Goodreads platform. Whether you are an author or just a reader, I highly encourage you to explore.

We have special guests... I have lined up the coolest list of folks over the next few months... The next event is April 14 📆 ADD TO YOUR CALENDAR 📆 We have been talking to folks on the creation and production side of books... but have you ever wondered how books get chosen to occupy the shelves in bookstores? Ed Morrow has been in books longer than I have been alive (IN FACT, my mom worked at his bookstore when she was pregnant with me...) He was the president of the American Book Buyers Association for years. I am looking forward to picking his brain and giving you a glimpse of the other side (and a very important element) in the book world. Join us... *Reminder, these events are a $99 value. Free for PREMIUM & VIP members. UPGRADE. 2 guest sessions/month, and in April, get a special 1:1 bonus with Sierra Melcher. What have you learned so far from the INDUSTRY EXPERT SERIES? Share in the comments.

See the recent feature, the CEO of Red Thread Publishing @Sierra Melcher : Put Your Writer Pants On: A Journey Through Self-Doubt, Reinvention, and the Power of Publishing Sierra Melcher is an award-winning author and founder of Red Thread Publishing, who has guided hundreds of authors worldwide in bringing meaningful nonfiction to the world. Her work explores creativity as a cyclical practice rooted in authority, heart, and community. Connect with Sierra: https://www.redthreadbooks.com/