Where to find and purchase the Substack Mastery book
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Dear Readers,
Thank you for visiting my website. I am here to support my readers and contributing writers of my content platform. I created this as the official communication page for the Substack Mastery book. You can send your inquiries to me via this form. For writer inquires please use this form. In this page I introduce 3 different types of Substack Mastery book, one for the orginal release for all types of freelance writers, second for condensed version, and third for advanced version. Now there is also a training program called “From Zero
to Substack Hero: Smart Strategies to Write, Engage, and Earn — Without Losing Your Mind” by Aiden MC.
The Substack Mastery Book was published and is now available.
Long-waited Substack Mastery: Insider Secrets from a Content Strategist & Seasoned Author: Learn the Basics, Stay Motivated, Grow Your Paid Subscribers, & Thrive with a Community has been published. Upon its release in multiple online bookstores, it quickly became a best-seller in its categories. Link to Reviews of Substack Mastery on Goodreads in 2024.
I created this official page after a setback during the final days before launch, when all previous materials related to the manuscript were accidentally deleted by Amazon and couldn’t be recovered. However, caring Amazon KDP staff did their best to get the book published on time and distributed properly. I decided to use multiple publishing services as fallback position in the future.
As a result, I had to update numerous articles, blog posts, and Substack newsletters. Unfortunately, some of the content shared by beta reviewers still contains broken links. To resolve this, I’ve created this page to provide accurate, up-to-date links for this valuable resource, tailored for freelance writers and content entrepreneurs.
ILLUMINATION-Curators summarized the book with accurate links on Medium. One of the editors of the book Dr Michael Broadly wrote about his impressions in an honest review, explaining how this book helped him to elevate his Substack profile.
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Where can you purchase the Substack Mastery book?
Substack Mastery is now available in popular online bookstores. It was well received by readers and now it trends as a best-selling book in its categories. Here is the link to find it in different bookstores. The paperback of this book is also available through Amazon and other famous bookstores. The easiest way to find the paperback is to search via the ISBN of the book 9798227040466 on Google. The audio version is now available on Google Play. I also made all audio chapters accessible via Substack.
I also linked it to my pages for digital books and paperback books at digitalmehmet.com site. You may check out my Amazon author profile including other books on different topics. Among them the Enterprise Architecture book also became a best seller for the last four years.
I will continue beta reading for the next version. So, if you enjoy reading and providing feedback, here are links to chapters for free:
Preface of “Substack Mastery” for Beta Readers, Chapter 1, Chapter 2, Chapter 3, Chapter 4, Chapter 5, Chapter 6, Chapter 7, Chapter 8, Chapter 9, Chapter 10, Chapter 11, Chapter 12, Chapter 13, Chapter 14, Chapter 15, Chapter 16, Chapter 17, Chapter 18, Chapter 19…
Thank you for reading and providing feedback. I’d appreciate your honest review on the site your purchased the book on Goodreads author/reader community.
The Condensed and Concise Version of the Substack Mastery Is Available Now
This version is the summary of the original and popular Substack Mastery book, which I condensed five times, removing generic content and long descriptions and offering a distilled version to busy writers. I designed this short book to save you time while still giving valuable insights and practical tips.
In this book, I share my experience of how Substack became a powerful tool for digital content creation, marketing, and distribution. Writing this book felt like solving a puzzle. I wanted to give writers and creators a clear path through the noise and competition of online publishing.
With over 40 years of experience in content development, strategy, and marketing, I’ve seen many struggle to find their footing in digital publishing. This book isn’t just theoretical fluff. It’s packed with hands-on insights based on my own experiences, including how I grew my Substack to 30,000 subscribers.
Why did I write this? I’ve always believed the publishing world needed more practical, real-world guidance. Through this book, I aim to help freelance writers and content entrepreneurs develop their voices, grow their audiences, and turn their newsletters into a sustainable business. Whether it’s finding your unique perspective, creating content that connects, or building an income stream, this guide covers it all.
The book is autobiographical, rooted in my experiences, triumphs, and failures. It’s designed to be actionable and inspiring, with strategies to make your mark in the content world. And, as a bonus, readers get the chance to join my supportive community of writers.
I am here to empower you with practical advice, share my lessons learned, and help you build something extraordinary if you are wilting to do so and ready to start.
Audio Version of Substack Mastery on Multiple Book Stores and Libraries
Google Play Store (Youtube preview)
As many readers prefer an audio version, the publisher decided to create an audio version that will be available in many audio stories. Currently, it is available on the Google Store.
Here are additional stores that I will update as they become available.
Google Play Store
Storytel
Bookbeat
Streetlib Store (+ Streetlib Direct)
Audiolibri
I also offer the audio version to my subscribers of the Content Marketing Insights.\
Here is the link on Medium.com for all audio chapters.
The Advanced Version is now available for release.
“From Zero to Substack Hero: Smart Strategies to Write, Engage, and Earn — Without Losing Your Mind” by Aiden MC.
You can enroll it on Udemy via the following links:
From Zero to Substack Hero — Level 1
From Zero to Substack Hero — Level 2
From Zero to Substack Hero — Level 3 NEW
You can also find all videos on my Substack publication, Content Marketing Strategy Insights, with $5 subscription fee
Introduction to the training program on YouTube and Substack
Here is the newsletter introduced by ILLUMINATION Curators on Substack Mastery publication.
Photos of Substack Mastery Book by Fans
What is Substack Mastery?
As a publication on Medium, it gives voice to freelance writers to share their newsletters and help them build their audience. As a book it empowers and educate writers to write better newsletters and grow their audience. As a community on Subsack, it brings writers and readers to one place.
Links to My Other Books
The Power of Digital Affiliate Marketing: How Authors Can Write More And Earn Passive Income (Direct Purchase – Epub)
Agile Business Architecture for Digital Transformation
A Modern Enterprise Architecture Approach
Architecting Digital Transformation
Big Data for Enterprise Architects
Digital Intelligence
Architecting Big Data & Analytics Solutions
A Practical Guide for IoT Solution Architects
A Technical Excellence Framework for Innovative Digital Transformation Leadership
Simple & Powerful Life-Transforming Bio-Hacks
The Power of Digital Affiliate Marketing
On the Cusp of the Artificial Intelligence Revolution: How to be friends with artificial intelligence and look at it from a fresh perspective
Digital Books Translated to Other Languages
Un Enfoque de la Arquitectura Empresarial Moderna Potenciada
Digitale Intelligenz
Inteligencia Digital: Un marco para las capacidades de transformación digital
Hackeos Poderosos Que Realmente Transformaron Mi Vida
Kraftvolle lebensverändernde Hacks, die mein Leben wirklich verändert haben
Potenti Hack Che Cambiano Vita e Che Hanno Davvero Trasformato la Mia Vita
Summary of Sample Articles from My Medium Collection for New Readers
I have compiled some of my most impactful and memorable stories, answering tricky questions readers might be searching for. I asked many more questions during the writing process, but I only included two questions per story to give you an idea.
Topic: Writing & Content Development
How Writers Can Attract More Readers by Using Design Thinking Principles
Used in professional and personal pursuits, Design Thinking is a valuable tool to integrate into our writing practice.
How can applying design thinking principles help writers attract and retain more readers?
What are the key strategies from design thinking that can elevate writing and engagement?
Topic: Personal and Professional Development
Why should you settle for mediocrity or stagnant business, which brings no value to your precious life? There are better ways.
What does it mean to live in “better zones,” and how can it improve overall life satisfaction?
How can avoiding mediocrity lead to greater personal and professional fulfillment?
Topic: Sexuality
Queer Organisms: Nature’s Lesson for Diversity, Inclusion, and Equality
My first impression of homosexuality in my secondary school years and how I gained a better understanding in my postgraduate years leveraging scientific studies
What lessons does nature offer about diversity and inclusion, particularly concerning sexual orientation?
How can understanding queer organisms help create a more inclusive and equal society?
Topic: Memoirs
Soulful Connections: Finding Meaning in Mammadou’s Childhood Letters
I explain the meaning of epistolary bonds and their impact on my journey.
How did childhood letters from Mammadou shape my personal journey and connections?
What insights can we draw from epistolary relationships in an increasingly digital world?
Topic: Mental Health
Here’s How to Make the Nervous System More Flexible and Functional.
Practical ways to promote neural plasticity, modulation, integration, coordination, and regulation to lower the risks of neurological disorders.
What practical methods can improve neural plasticity and overall nervous system function?
How does a more flexible nervous system help manage stress and improve resilience?
Accumulated stress, cognitive distortions, and unpleasant emotions can dysregulate the HPA axis and hormones, but we can manage them.
I spent a very long time and special approaches for this article and detailed the strategy in a story titled The Work Behind Earning $10,000 & a $154.28 Bonus by Designing a Life-Saving Boosted Story. I also created a podcast about it.
How does chronic stress dysregulate the HPA axis, and what are the steps to restore balance?
What role do cognitive distortions and emotional regulation play in managing chronic stress?
Understanding the reasons and the consequences can solve half of the problem, but the other half requires action.
Why do people procrastinate, and what are the psychological reasons behind it?
What actionable steps can someone take to break free from the cycle of procrastination?
Topic: Valuable Supplements and Powerful Molecules
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Rises, Concerning Me As It Was My Big Problem
Severe vitamin B12 (cobalamin) deficiency may cause anemia, depression, paranoia, delusions, memory loss, and neurodegenerative diseases, but it is preventable and reversible.
What are the major consequences of B12 deficiency, and why is it so often overlooked?
How did a B12 deficiency affect my health, and what steps did I take to recover?
4 Well-Research Benefits of Trimethylglycine (TMG) as a Methyl Donor Addressing Homocysteine
TMG (betaine) shows great promise in enhancing cardiovascular, metabolic, and mental health, potentially boosting fitness performance.
How does TMG function as a methyl donor, and what are its benefits for metabolic and cardiovascular health?
Why is addressing elevated homocysteine levels important for long-term health?
Leptin Therapy Historically Failed to Manage Obesity, Yet Research Into GLP1-RAs Brings New Hope
The potential of GLP-1R agonists to enhance leptin sensitivity in metabolic health suggests that reducing leptin levels could improve sensitivity via hypothalamic neurons, offering a promising avenue to address obesity & diabetes.
Why did leptin therapy fail in managing obesity, and how do GLP1-RAs offer renewed hope?
How might GLP1-RAs improve leptin sensitivity, and what implications does this have for obesity treatment?
Dyslipoproteinemia: Why an Abnormal LPIR Score Might Be a Valuable Indicator of Heart Disease
According to some researchers, the most promising biomarker for heart disease is no longer LDL or HbA1c but an abnormal level of LPIR (Lipoprotein Insulin Resistance Score) identified by Nuclear Magnetic Resonance technology.
What is dyslipoproteinemia, and how does an abnormal LPIR score signal potential heart disease risk?
Why are traditional heart disease biomarkers like LDL and HbA1c being re-evaluated in favor of emerging indicators like LPIR?
Incretin mimetics show beneficial pleiotropic effects, such as immunomodulation, antiinflammation, and neuronal protection, giving hope for inflammatory and neurodegenerative conditions.
How do GLP1-RAs show promise beyond diabetes treatment, especially for osteoarthritis and dementia?
What are the anti-inflammatory and neuronal benefits of GLP1-RAs for brain and joint health?
Topic: Cognitive Function and Performance
Here’s How I Train My Brain Daily for Mental Clarity and Intellectual Productivity.
I introduce a conceptual and practical system I developed decades ago and use it for my mental growth daily as an example.
What daily habits help me maintain mental clarity and optimize intellectual performance?
How can anyone incorporate these brain-training methods into their routine for cognitive improvement?
Like muscles, neurons, dendrites, and axons need exercise to survive and grow.
What are the four types of brain workouts, and how do they contribute to cognitive health?
How can these specific exercises help improve mental performance and neuroplasticity?
Like muscles, neurons, dendrites, and axons need intentional rest to survive, grow, function optimally, and rejuvenate the mind.
Why are different types of rest essential for brain function, and what are the consequences of neglecting them?
How do intentional rest practices enhance cognitive rejuvenation and performance?
Better cognitive function, health, and performance for the aging population with proactive lifestyle changes
What strategies can slow both subjective and objective cognitive decline as we age?
How do proactive lifestyle changes protect against memory loss and cognitive dysfunction?
Topic: Mindfulness and Meditation
Meditation Can Boost the Cortical Thickness in the Brain and Prevent It from Thinning
At cellular, genetic, and systemic levels, meditative practices might alter the structure and biochemistry of the brain.
How does meditation influence the brain’s structure, particularly in terms of cortical thickness?
What are the long-term benefits of meditation for preventing cognitive decline?
Topic: Nutrition, Food, and Diet
A New Clinical Trial Found a Low-Carb Diet Better Than the Dash.
4 reasons why a low-carb diet might produce better results than a high-carb diet for metabolically disadvantaged people.
How does a low-carb diet compare to the DASH diet in terms of health benefits for metabolically disadvantaged individuals?
What were the key findings from the clinical trial that highlighted the advantages of low-carb diets?
Here’s Why I Focus on Nutritional Biochemistry Rather Than Diets
By shifting our focus from diets to nutrition-centric aspects of foods, we can transcend the divisive debates and empower ourselves to make informed choices for optimal health.
Why is focusing on nutritional biochemistry more beneficial than popular diets?
How does understanding the biochemical impact of food choices transform our approach to eating?
β-Hydroxybutyrate: 2 Vital Role of Ketogenesis in the Brain for Dementia Prevention / Treatment
Ketosis can increase mitochondrial bioenergetics activation and brain-derived neurotrophic factor, resulting in the proliferation of neural progenitor and neural stem cells.
How does β-hydroxybutyrate support brain health and potentially prevent dementia?
What role does ketogenesis play in improving mitochondrial function and cognitive resilience?
Topic: Health Science
A 2024 meta-analysis (umbrella review) in the Lancet shows the nuances and value of intermittent fasting for health and well-being and gives hope to the public.
What does science say about the benefits of time-restricted eating, and how does it impact health?
What are the key findings from the 23 clinical studies that support intermittent fasting?
MTHFR Polymorphisms or Mutations: Getting Checked to Prevent Cardiovascular Issues
Advocating the need for personal health screening and promoting health assessments for the prevention of cardiometabolic disorders for those in the risk group
How do MTHFR polymorphisms influence cardiovascular health, and why should individuals get tested?
What are the implications of MTHFR mutations for long-term heart health?
Xenotransplantation: First Pig Kidney Transplant in a 62-Year-Old Man
Insights from the literature with inspiration from a recent groundbreaking surgery of a mature age man with kidney failure give hope to scientists and the public.
What are the implications of the first successful pig kidney transplant for future organ donation?
How does xenotransplantation represent a breakthrough in treating organ failure?
Why Gaslighting Matters in the Healthcare Sector & How to Deal with It Effectively
From awareness to action: Confronting gaslighting in medicine, empowering patients, and empathizing with providers
How does gaslighting manifest in the healthcare sector, and what are the consequences for patients?
What steps can be taken to address and prevent gaslighting in medical settings?
Emerging Concerns of Elevated Uric Acid on Obesity, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Impotence, & Dementia
Hyperuricemia is increasing globally and affecting millions of Americans. Why does the body create excessive uric acid, and how can we lower its impact to prevent associated disorders?
Why is elevated uric acid emerging as a significant health concern, and what are its links to chronic diseases?
How can individuals manage uric acid levels to prevent serious health conditions?
Perfect Storm in a Teacup: Can Intermittent Fasting Increase Heart Disease Risk by 91%?
Insights from the dissemination of a poster presentation of a non-peer-reviewed/unpublished manuscript, which turned into a press release by the AHA & used by mainstream/social media, causing grave concern to millions of people globally
How credible are the findings from the poster presentation that claim intermittent fasting may increase heart disease risk by 91%, and what are the potential limitations of the study?
Are the risks associated with intermittent fasting universal, or do they vary based on individual factors such as metabolic health, age, and pre-existing conditions?
Cerebral organoids using reservoir computing add extra intelligence to solve the previously unsolvable problems of striking neurocognitive disorders.
How does brain organoid reservoir computing differ from traditional computing methods, and why is it promising for solving neuroHIV and cognitive decline?
What are the ethical and scientific challenges associated with using brain organoids for neurocomputing in medical research?
Biochemistry of Ketosis Simplified with Nuanced Perspectives and Personal Experiences
Explaining the mysteries of ketogenesis and gluconeogenesis based on deep research and my decades of experimentation
How does the process of ketogenesis influence mitochondrial bioenergetics, and what role does it play in supporting brain health?
What are the key differences between ketosis and gluconeogenesis, and how can understanding these processes help in optimizing metabolic and cognitive performance?
Nuances of Serotonin Syndrome: Experts Warrant Caution for Elevated Serotonin Levels
Many symptoms of serotonin toxicity from multiple medications combined with supplements are compounded by the fact that some physicians might be unaware of serotonin syndrome as a clinical diagnosis.
1 — Why is excessive serotonin a problem for healthy people?
2 — How can we optimize serotonin levels?
The Striking Adverse Effects of Night Light Exposure on Mental Health
Insights from a recent rigorous/large-size study indicate that increased exposure to light at night increases the risk for psychiatric disorders (anxiety, depression, bipolar, PTSD, & self-harm).
1 — How does night light exposure impact our mental health?
2 — Why does light have an impact on psychiatric disorders?
The Expression / Mutation Impacts of the Longevity Genes Klotho, FOXO3, SIRT1, APOE, BRCA
The expression of these five genes has been associated with healthy aging and longevity and their mutations with morbidity and mortality.
1 — What are the known and well-researched longevity genes?
2 — How can we optimize these genes to expand our lifespan?
Sleep Regulation: Neurobiology of the Suprachiasmatic Nucleus
I explain how the brain regulates circadian rhythms and whether a literal “clock” exists within it in simple terms based on experience and research.
1 — Why circadian rhythms are critical for health and wellness?
2 — How can we regulate Suprachiasmatic Nucleus?
Topic: Metabolic Health and Longevity
In this section, I answer two key questions:
1 — What lifestyle choices contribute to both metabolic health and longevity?
2 — How does improving metabolic health affect aging and long-term vitality?
Here are the stories related to these topics with questions
Here’s Why I Fast for Ten Days at the End of Each Year
What are the key health benefits of extended fasting, and how does the body adapt?
Is long-term fasting sustainable for everyone, or are there specific groups that benefit most?
Why do I choose to fast for ten days annually, and what outcomes do I notice afterward?
How can fasting serve as a reset for both the body and mind at the end of each year?
I was thin but diagnosed with abdominal obesity and pre-diabetes in my younger years.
What are the four types of obesity, and why is it important to understand their differences?
How did I manage abdominal obesity despite being thin, and what lessons can be drawn?
9 Essential Biomarkers for Preventive Cardiometabolic Health
The unvarnished reality is that if we fail to take personal responsibility, our health will not be a priority for anyone else.
What are the key biomarkers indicating cardiometabolic issues?
How can we get our biomarkers checked and analyzed?
Fundamental steps leveraging healthy lifestyle choices and preventative measures with psychosomatic health principles
What specific tips can help preserve youth and vitality well into old age?
How do psychosomatic health principles play a role in healthy aging?
Invitation to Be a Guest Blogger for Creating Visibility for Your Content and Profile
I recently opened my website to welcome all writers as guest bloggers, offering a platform to boost visibility for your profiles, Medium stories, and Substack newsletters.
I have outlined the compelling reasons to join our community blog in detail, making it an ideal space for authentic and ethical writers who want to share their work freely.
Here’s Why I Opened My Website to Freelance Writers as Guest Bloggers from Multiple Platforms
I explain why and how writers can benefit from this free blogging opportunity, empowered by a non-commercial writing…medium.com
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