Episode 799 | Tuesday, April 7th, 2026 @ 6:00pm | The Sharvette Mitchell Radio Show\

What if your book could do more than sit on a shelf?

In this powerful 2026 Season 1 finale of The Sharvette Mitchell Radio Show, we’re diving into how authors, entrepreneurs, and experts can transform their books into income-generating programs, partnerships, and purpose-driven impact.

Our guest, Dr. Jasmine “Dr. Jaz” Zapata, MD, MPH, shares how she turned her book into:

  • National tours
  • Youth empowerment programs
  • Strategic partnerships with schools and organizations
  • Multi-stream revenue opportunities

And guess what? You can do the same.


💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode

✔ Why your book is NOT the end goal—but the beginning
✔ The mindset shift every author must make to generate income
✔ How to turn your book into a framework (courses, camps, curriculum)
✔ Real examples of turning books into national programs
✔ How to approach organizations for paid partnerships
✔ The “Triple P Method” for writing and scaling your book
✔ How collaboration authors can leverage group opportunities


🔑 Key Takeaways & Quotes

“Your book is not just a product—it’s a solution to someone’s problem.”

“You didn’t just write a book—you created a framework.”

“Take every chapter and turn it into a session, a workshop, or a program.”

“There are organizations looking for solutions—not just speakers.”


🎯 Call to Action

Alright, here’s your next move:

👉 Write down your 7-step framework today

Then ask:

  • Where can I teach this?
  • Who needs this?
  • How can I monetize this?

About the Guest:

Dr. Jasmine “Dr. Jaz” Zapata, MD, MPH, is an award-winning author, double board-certified physician (Pediatrics + Public Health/Preventive Medicine), and founder of Motivational M.D. Publishing. Her books and youth empowerment curricula have partnered with schools, nonprofits, and youth-serving organizations across the U.S. and internationally, including a 14-city national tour and multiple youth mental health and empowerment movements. A highly sought-after public health strategist, Dr. Jaz has consulted and advised on large-scale community wellness initiatives totaling over $1B in funding. She has helped 300+ authors write and self-publish books using her signature Triple P Bookwriting Method™ to not only grow their businesses and increase revenue, but make a huge COMMUNITY impact as well. Her ultimate mission is to “Heal, Uplift, and Inspire.”

To connect with Dr. Jasmine “Dr. Jaz” Zapata, MD, MPH:

www.imreadytolaunch.com

https://www.facebook.com/motivationalmdpublishing

https://www.instagram.com/motivationalmdpublishing

 https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjasminezapata/


📚 Bonus: Sponsor Spotlight

This episode is sponsored by the book collaboration:
“Permission Granted – From Playing Small to Taking Up Space”

✨ Pre-order your copy and get ready to step into your next level.

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🚀 The Strategy: Turn Your Book into Revenue

Here’s the simple breakdown shared in the episode:

1. Identify the Problem You Solve

Your book must clearly answer:
👉 Who do I help?
👉 What problem do I solve?


2. Create Your 7-Step Framework

Those steps become:

  • Book chapters
  • Course modules
  • Workshop sessions
  • Speaking topics

3. Package Your Expertise

Turn your book into:

  • Paid speaking engagements
  • Workshops & academies
  • Camps & retreats
  • Organizational partnerships

4. Pitch Decision-Makers

Target:

  • Schools
  • Nonprofits
  • Corporations
  • Government agencies

Position your work as a solution, not just a book.