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BTB95: A Year Without The Grocery Store: Karen Morris on publishing, reviews, and marketing

Before the Bestseller

In today’s episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Karen Morris, author of A Year Without The Grocery Store. This engaging short read explores her journey in mastering home preparedness and equipping herself for any situation, with strategies for maintaining readiness that are particularly compelling. As a mother and wife, you’ll find the book both practical and inspiring. I highly recommend tuning in to learn how Karen expertly balances demanding tasks—such as one-on-one outreach with influencers or attending live events—with essential behind-the-scenes efforts like managing Amazon ads. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights that can help you become more self-sufficient. Tune in now!

Check out Karen Morris’ website here.
Learn more about the book here.

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