# ”Oh no! My book was written by someone else!”

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Podcast: [Ann Kroeker, Writing Coach](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ann-kroeker-writing-coach-4430)
Published: 2026-05-27T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcast.show/the_writing_life/episode/153905475/
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## Resource

”Oh no! My book was written by someone else!”Release Date: May 17, 2026(episode 292) Discovering "comps" (comparable books) for your book proposal is discouraging. But this episode gives you the good news: your comps validate reader interest and show your topic is in demand. Learn how to leverage these existing titles to position your book as "similar, but different." Don't let competition discourage you; rather, embrace it as a sign of reader (and publisher) interest. Listen or head to https://annkroeker.com/2026/05/27/oh-no-my-book-was-written-by-someone-else/ to read it and access additional related reading. Working on a book proposal for your nonfiction book? Want support as you develop your similar-but-different book? Work with me in a year-long coaching program: Your Compelling Book Proposal - The 12-Month Accelerator. You'll craft a brilliant book proposal and build the author platform you need to succeed—no matter where you're starting. https://annkroeker.com/yourcompellingbookproposal

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