Author positioning, New Podcast Marketing Research, Novel Marketing campaign

I am about halfway through writing what will be my third novel. I haven’t had the opportunity to publish either of the first two completed manuscripts but I believe this most recent one is very timely and has a built-in, easily accessed audience that could help with the launch.

Because of where I am in the writing process, I believe it is possible to capture the interest of the built-in audience by inviting them to participate in the completion of the novel. There are several ways I see this playing out but can’t tell 1) which one would be best, and 2) which one would be most advantageous to my long-term career as a writer.

My main goals are:
1) establish myself as a professional author
2) finish and publish my latest book (if possible, building the appropriate audience ahead of time and maybe even allowing them to participate in the process)
3) build a platform that would allow me to grow as a writer, and
4) publish my previously written novels

I realize there are a lot of moving parts here and doing them well and in the right order is going to have a significant impact on my overall success. Also, I am a bit out of my league when it comes to understanding the publishing / podcast industry, how to successfully market a book, how to establish a personal brand, and finally, how to leverage the opportunities that are currently at my door.

I am looking for someone who can help me with the previously stated goals. In addition to marketing research for a new podcast, I believe it will also include some simple PR, competitive analysis, appropriate positioning (of me and of the book(s)), and a thoughtful, long-term strategy for me and for future releases.

I realize this is a lot to expect from one person, but I would like to work with one group who specializes in as many of these as possible.