Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
254 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago -Welcome to the Wish I'd Known Then podcast. Join authors Jami Albright and Sara Rosett as they interview self-published authors about how they found success as well as lessons they've learned. Because being an indie author is about being innovative and creative and learning from your mistakes.
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📶 Using Excel to Write a Book with Paul Indigo
July 03, 2024 06:00 - 52 minutes - 35.7 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 226 / Author, musician, and marketer, Paul Indigo shares insights on seeking validation, embracing our voice, and the unconventional use of an Excel spreadsheet for writing and marketing. If you’ve tried all the writing software and haven’t found one that works for you, perhaps your answer is a spreadsheet! 💙 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! Get access to the backlist of exclusive supporter episodes, the private slack group, and a shoutout on a future ep...
✨ Magan Vernon on Navigating Self-Doubt, Criticism, and Creative Renewal
June 26, 2024 06:00 - 41 minutes - 28.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 225 / Megan Vernon, author of over 40 romance novels, joins us to talk about starting over after a difficult experience of being publicly criticized. We talk about the need to give ourselves grace and the importance of a supportive community for navigating the ups and downs of a writing career. Megan shares about her creation of the Mojo Dojo Casa House, a supportive space for published authors and shares her insights into ghostwriting. 💙 🎙 Become a support...
📱Kate Johnson on Zory and Fiction Apps
June 19, 2024 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 224 / Kate Johnson is the co-founder of Zory, an interactive reading app that merges the depth found in fiction with the choose-your-path-style plotlines of narrative video games. Kate shares details about Zory and craft tips about GMC as well as the All Is Lost moment. Plus we talk about trends in genre blending, and what Kate sees coming in the publishing industry. 💙 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! Get access to the backlist of exclusive supporter ep...
🩻 Steffanie Holmes on Skeleton Drafting, Rebanding, and Kickstarter
June 12, 2024 06:00 - 56 minutes - 38.5 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 223 / Do you like to discover the plot as you write? Do you get bored if you know where the story is going? Then a skeleton draft might be what you need. Paranormal and gothic romance author Steffanie Holmes joins us to talk about how discovery writers can use a skeleton draft to get their ideas down on paper and avoid writer’s block. We also talk about rebranding, Kickstarter tips for authors outside the US, and bust some publishing myths. 🥊 💙 🎙 Become a s...
🔒 Supporter Episode: 🔎 Incorporating Mystery Elements into Your Writing
June 05, 2024 14:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how to add a twist of mystery to your narrative? Find out exactly what mystery elements are, how to sprinkle them into your narrative, and why they keep readers turning the pages. Whether you're writing romance, sci-fi, or fantasy, a mystery can add layers of intrigue and depth to your story. I'll be sharing some practical tips, examples from popular books, TV shows, and movies, and some ideas on how to hide clues and crea...
🧚♂️ Writing Middle Grade Books with Jessica Renwick
June 05, 2024 06:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 222 / Jessica Renwich, who writes fantasy and horror for kids ages 9-12, joined us to share her experience as an indie middle grade author. She has terrific insights on approaching schools for author visits and the impact of creating whimsical and fun content to appeal to young readers. In addition to discussing how marketing middle grade books differs from marketing adult books, we also get into the things that often hold us back: perfectionism, imposter...
🔗 Amy Pine on Creating a Community
May 29, 2024 14:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 221 / Looking to grow a community around your books? Romance author Amy Pine shares how she and her co-hosts created a podcast and built a vibrant community around Korean dramas. We also dive into craft book recommendations, beat sheets, and combining tropes in unexpected ways. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support Topics: The importance of celebrating achi...
💡KimBoo York on Discovery Writing
May 22, 2024 06:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 220 / KimBoo York joins us to share how to embrace flexibility and spontaneity in your writing process through discovery writing. Whether you thrive on outlining or prefer a more free-flowing approach, there are different techniques to suit your writing style. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support Topics: What discovery writing is and how it’s different fr...
Martha Carr on Embracing Change and Starting Over
May 15, 2024 06:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 219 / Martha Carr is a journalist who now writes escapist fiction in the urban fantasy genre with a lot of magic, some action and adventure, and a little romance. Martha shares about beating health challenges, changing her business model, and dealing with the ups and downs of publishing. We also talk about leaving regret behind, her Kickstarter preparation, and how learning about her Enneagram type helped her make healthy decisions. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter o...
Julie Duffy on Writing Short Stories and Flash Fiction
May 08, 2024 06:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 218 / Julie Duffy has long been involved in the publishing industry, but she found herself not actually writing fiction due to the demands of school and work. This realization led her to challenge herself with a "story a day" project in order to get back to writing and creating fictional stories. Julia joins us to talk about A Story A Day in May, a creative writing challenge, as well as the benefits of flash fiction for honing writing skills and providing ...
Celeste Barclay: Binge Writing and the Power of Universal Themes in Pulling Readers to New Genres
May 01, 2024 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 217 / Writing under two pen names, Celeste Barclay has penned over 50 books in historical and mafia romance. She shares insights on the writing process, the challenges of juggling multiple book brands, the importance of flexibility, and why universal themes resonate across genres. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support Topics: Balancing marketing efforts f...
Abigail Keam: Writing Historical Mystery, Payhip Direct Sales, and Merchandise for Readers
April 24, 2024 06:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 216 / Mystery author Abigail Keam shares how she embraced the digital landscape and incorporated direct sales into her business model. From historical accuracy to adapting to technology, she shares her lessons-learned. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support Topics: Challenges Abigail faced with publishers and how she found success with indie publishing How...
💸 How to Save and When to Splurge in your Author Business
April 17, 2024 06:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 215 / When it comes to your author business, a bargain sometimes costs money in the long run, but other times it pays to splurge instead of scrimp. Join us as we discuss tips for saving money as well as when we’re willing to pay more. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support Use a “savings triage,” a list of ways to save money on business expenses Innovative s...
How to Find Your Author Brand
April 10, 2024 06:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 214 / How do you pull in readers who will love your books and push away those readers who won’t enjoy your book? Branding. Branding is more than colors, fonts, and covers. Join us for an in-depth discussion on how to determine your brand and carry it through in everything from your voice to ad copy to covers. And you know we’re always here for food analogies so the alternate title of this episode is “Why branding is like a layer cake.” 🍰 What is a brand pr...
🔒 Character Archetypes
April 04, 2024 18:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. The sage. The rebel. The everyman. These are a few character archetypes that resonate with readers. We discuss fifteen character archetypes, their common characteristics, strengths, weaknesses, and their desires along with examples in popular culture. We also discuss the difference between an archetype and a stereotype and how to avoid cliques. And quick note: Jami said "Xander" but meant "Xaiden." :) Links mentioned: List with defin...
Constructing a Compelling Series: Sara Rosett on the Indy Author Podcast (Reair)
April 03, 2024 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 213 / We’re sharing an interview Sara did with Matty Dalrymple on the Indy Author Podcast last year. Sara and Matty go deep on the topic of how to structure a series so that it works for your writing style and your genre. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support The three types of series Extending your series Spin-offs Using short stories to enhance your se...
Author Sustainability and Kickstarter with Claire Taylor
March 27, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 212 / Claire Taylor, humor and mystery author and Enneagram expert, shares how authors can use the Enneagram to create a resilient approach to the often chaotic writer lifestyle. We also discuss Claire’s successful track record on Kickstarter, and she tells us what she wishes she knew about using the crowdfunding platform. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/suppor...
Financial Freedom, Direct Sales, and Author Nation with Joe Solari
March 20, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 211 / How do you live your best life through your writing career? We talk with Joe Solari about how to achieve author goals and how various business models, including direct sales and subscriptions, play into reaching those goals. We also discuss Author Nation, the largest indie author conference, and tips on how to have a great conference experience. New business models: direct sales, subscriptions Impact of AI across industries The single factor that wi...
⏳ M.K. Williams: “Packing your Patience," YouTube Success, and Writing Across Genres
March 13, 2024 06:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 210 / M.K. Williams writes suspenseful literary fiction and helps aspiring authors. M.K. shares how she writes and markets books across different genres, using Payhip for direct sales, the drawback of a surprise launch, and why delusion is sometimes a good thing. 🌀 Why M.K. has specific goals for each book Why M.K. recommends purchasing your ISBNs Why authors should “pack their patience” when it comes to writing and publishing Mindset shift M.K. had to go...
⏳ M.K. Williams: “Packing your Patience” and Writing Across Genres
March 13, 2024 06:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBEpisode 210 / M.K. Williams writes suspenseful literary fiction and helps aspiring authors. M.K. shares how she writes and markets books across different genres, using Payhip for direct sales, the drawback of a surprise launch, and why delusion is sometimes a good thing. 🌀 Why M.K. has specific goals for each book Why M.K. recommends purchasing your ISBNs Why authors should “pack their patience” when it comes to writing and publishing Mindset shift M.K. had to go through in considering t...
Melanie Harlow: Lessons Learned on the Way to Becoming a One-Click Author
March 06, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 209 / How do you get to the point that your readers “one-click” the buy button for your books? Join us as we chat with small town romance author Melanie Harlow. Melanie shares what she learned about giving readers what they want—and what that has to do with spaghetti versus cake. 🎂 Knowing how to market the book before you write it Discovering micro-tropes that appeal to readers (and one disadvantage of focusing too much on tropes) How to keep your writing...
Margaret Lashley on Creating Your Own Genre and Being True To Yourself
February 28, 2024 07:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 208 / Want to write something a little bit different? How do you appeal to readers in one of the main genres, but also forge your own path? Margaret Lashley joins us to share how she created a subgenre of wacky, humor-filled mysteries that appeal to cozy readers as well as women’s fiction readers. How Margaret’s background in advertising helps her write fiction Why Margaret only uses one social media site How she markets her genre-adjacent fiction Writ...
Emma St. Clair on Building Fandom and Writing Closed Door Romantic Comedies
February 21, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 207 / Do you want to create a loyal readership interested in you, not just your genre? Do you want to up the romantic tension in your books? Rom-com author Emma St. Clair shares tips on these topics, plus much more: The minefield of romance terms used to describe heat level and tone Weighing the cost of taking a break from a series Handling the pressure that success brings Email building tips Adding emotional connection to deepen swoony scenes Planning...
Leslye Penelope on Worldbuilding, Being a Hybrid Author, and Selling Signed Books Using Payhip
February 14, 2024 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 206 / Leslye Penelope, author of fantasy and paranormal romance, joins us and shares how she builds rich story worlds. How the worldbuilding can connect to plot, character, theme, and conflict Using Payhip to sell signed paperbacks Leslye’s course on Worldbuilding How Leslye went from indie publishing to being a hybrid author How she transitioned from rapid release to a slower release schedule Leslye’s recommendations for helpful writing craft books h...
🔒 Supporter Chat with Ines Johnson: How to Avoid the Saggy Middle 🦥
February 13, 2024 22:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. How do you structure your novel so the middle is as page-turning as the beginning and the end? How do you write a strong heroine? What are content buckets and how can they help with your newsletter? We dive into these topics with the wonderful Ines Johnson, who joins us to answer your questions! Ines is an expert at breaking down story structure. She shares insights on: How Try/Fail cycles help you avoid a saggy middle What types of obst...
The Power of Owning Your Reader’s Experience with Matt Briel from Lulu
February 07, 2024 07:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 205 / This episode is all about harnessing the power of direct connection with your readers. Matt Briel from Lulu discusses the value of direct sales as we move away from a distribution-first publishing model. Importance of owning customer data Why you should start building your direct audience even if you only have one book Using Lulu for Kickstarter fulfillment Order Import Tool: upload csv files for order fulfillment of crowdfunding or direct sales th...
Get the First Draft Written and Mental Health for Writers with Erin P.T. Canning
January 31, 2024 07:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 204 / Having trouble getting words on the page? Erin P.T. Canning has strategies to help! We delve into how to let go of perfectionism and give yourself permission to write a “bad” first draft. Erin also shares how writing helped her with depression. Why it’s important to look backward as well plan for the future Making time to write as a busy at-home and working mom Turning off the inner critic Embracing you genre Daydreaming: mentally draft and revis...
🔒 Supporter Episode:🪝Hooky Openings
January 25, 2024 16:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. Opening lines, where to start the book, and prologues How do you start your book in a way that hooks readers? In this month’s suporter-only episode, we look at compelling beginnings. We cover the heavy lifting that the open line does, where to start your book, and (controversy!) prologues. Famous first lines in literature and why they work Some of our personal favorite first lines in books we love First lines we’ve written and why we d...
✅ Why Branding and Quality are More Important Than Ever with Clayton Noblit of Written Word Media
January 24, 2024 07:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 203 / Do you want to simplify marketing? Do you want to take your branding up a notch? Do you want to know the trends in writing and publishing? Clayton Noblit of Written Word Media has answers about these topics and also shares tips on where to start with branding and common mistakes new authors often make. https://www.writtenwordmedia.com/ 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownf...
🌟 My Favorite Trope (Part 2)
January 17, 2024 07:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 202 / It’s part two of our trope series–very appropriate for episode #202! What’s your favorite trope? We asked a range of authors this question, and we’re here to share the answers. We unpack the benefits of writing tropes, why we love specific tropes, and where to find the favorite examples of the specific trope in books, movies, and television. 💡 We hope this episode sparks inspiration for you! Tropes discussed: Crouching moron/hidden hero Second ...
Increase Productivity with Intentional Planning with S.L. Hansen
January 10, 2024 07:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 201 / Mystery author S. L. Hansen shares how she hacked her writing process. She figured out how to fit writing in with her full-time job and also learned how to work with her Clifton Strengths to draft her books faster. Stephanie shares so many great tips that you can personalize to fit your writing personality. We talk about how starting with a log line or blurb can help you stay on track in your writing, why linking habits and strengths helps develop con...
🥳 200 Episodes! What We Learned + Trends that will Impact Authors in 2024 📈
January 03, 2024 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 200 / We’re celebrating 200 episodes with a look back (what we learned in 2023) and a look forward to 2024 (trends that matter to authors). We’re so happy to have such a warm community around the podcast! Thanks for listening and supporting us during the last four years. Here’s to the next 200 episodes! 🥂 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support Top Episode...
German Translation Tips plus Insight to the German Market with Julia Stirling
December 27, 2023 07:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 199 / Julia Stirling is a German romance author of over twenty books. She shares tips for when to go into translation, German covers, and connecting with German readers. Julia also has some fantastic ideas on newsletter bonus content and a unique book giveaway that brings her new readers and also creates bonds between her readers. We delve into giving ourselves permission, knowing yourself so you can judge what will work for you, and trusting yourself. A...
Writing with Neurodiversity and Including Neurodiverse Characters with Claire Kohler
December 20, 2023 07:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 198 / Claire Kohler writes Scottish fantasy romance and is also an editor, tutor, and neurodiversity advocate. Claire shares how her autism and ADHD can be both a positive and a negative in her writing career and encourages neurodivergent writers to pursue their goals. We also talk about slowing down, the power of writing routines, how to connect with other writers, and why representation of neurodivergent characters is important. Sara is now all-in on Kdr...
Tara Cremin on Thinking Globally and Kobo Plus Subscriptions
December 13, 2023 07:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 197/ Tara Cremin is the Director of Kobo Writing Life and has great tips for how to go wide, how to reach readers globally, and how Kobo Plus, their non-exclusive subscription platform, helps authors reach new readers. We also talk about common mistakes Tara sees authors make as well as library distribution and cover trends. Kobo website: www.kobo.com/writinglife www.kobo.com/p/kwlpodcast Other links mentioned: Get Jami’s branding special: jamialbri...
Helen Scheuerer on Launching a Series: Timing, Street Teams, Mindset, and Managing Expectations
December 06, 2023 07:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 196 / Bestselling fantasy author, Helen Scheuerer joins us to discuss the many ways to launch a series and how to craft your launch strategy so that it meshes with your personality, goals, and schedule. We dig into ARCS, preorders, mindset, dealing with disappointing launches, and common mistakes authors make when launching a series. Helen’s website: https://helenscheuerer.com/series-launch-bonus/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJVHJMYM 💜 🎙 Become a suppor...
🔒 🐠 Supporter Episode! Trope Breakdown: Fish out of Water
December 04, 2023 23:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. In this supporter-only episode, Jami and Sara discuss one of the most popular tropes, Fish out of Water. They "dive" (see what we did there?) into why the trope is popular across all genres, the plot elements of the Fish out of Water trope, and how several different Fish out of Water subtypes can be layered into a single story. Then, because Sara loves a list and Jami humors her, they run through subtypes of the trope and list examples from...
My Favorite Trope (Part 1)
November 29, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 195 / What’s your favorite trope? We asked a range of authors this question, and we’re here to share the answers as well as unpack the benefits of writing tropes, why we love specific tropes, and where to find the best examples of the specific trope in books, movies, and television. Tropes discussed: found family, enemies to lovers, friends to lovers, grumpy sunshine, and marriage of convenience. Authors included in this episode: Wendy Vella, Ines Johnson,...
How to Write Realistic and Entertaining Law Enforcement Characters with Patrick O'Donnell
November 22, 2023 07:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 194 / Patrick O’Donnell is a retired Milwaukee Police Department sergeant with a 25-year career as well as an author and podcaster. He shares common mistakes he sees in characterization and police procedure in genre fiction. We discuss how to go beyond overused tropes and how to get the details of investigations right without boring the reader. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidkn...
Kat Addams on Why You’re Not Stuck
November 15, 2023 07:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 193 / Kat Addams is an author of contemporary romantic comedies and women empowerment non-fiction titles. She shares how her career path looks different than she expected, but after learning she didn’t have to stay stuck in a toxic relationship or stay in a genre lane, she’s now where she’s supposed to be. We discuss giving yourself permission, self worth, confidence, and how important it is to realize that you can change your situation whether it's writing ...
Selling to Readers on Your Website with Natalie Knight
November 08, 2023 07:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 192 / Dark romance author Natlie Knight joins us to share how she sells to readers first on her website and uses the retail platforms for discovery. We also talk about the importance of highlighting back catalogue books, why you should start your newsletter early, and how Natalie uses branded merchandise to promote her books. Links: Jami on Two Authors Chatting podcast: https://pod.link/1671876768/episode/734263342e60729be17faedacd41b408 Sara on Indy Au...
✨ From Small Press to Indie Publishing with Tudor Historical Fiction Author Karen Heenan
November 01, 2023 06:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 191 / Historical fiction author Karen Heenan shares how her writing career started with a Tweet that drew the attention of a publisher, and how she eventually transitioned from working with a small press to indie publishing. We also talk about focusing on building a backlist, validation, and learning to filter out advice and writing practices that don’t work with your strengths. Author website: https://www.karenheenan.com 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the p...
Out of the Box Promotion Ideas and the Power of Persistence with Arlene McFarlane
October 25, 2023 06:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 190 / Arlene McFarlane shares some unusual promotion ideas, including in-person sales and co-writing. We also talk about perfectionism and incorporating your background and interests into your writing and promotion. Links: Author website: https://www.arlenemcfarlane.com/ Jami on the Two Authors’ Chat Show: https://pod.link/1671876768/episode/734263342e60729be17faedacd41b408 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a ...
KimBoo York on Writing Serials and Trusting your Intuition
October 18, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 189 / KimBook York writes across multiple genres including romance, fantasy, and non-fiction. We talk about why there’s no “correct” way to write a book and why it’s important to trust your instincts in both writing and marketing. We also discuss the structure of serials and how that can apply to other genres, how to be a discovery writer and maintain a subscription, and how to avoid burnout. Links: KimBook York website: https://houseofyork.info https...
Selling Wide, Selling Direct, and Disengaging from Social Media with Cadence Keys
October 11, 2023 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 188 / Contemporary romance author Cadence Keys has only been publishing for a few years. She describes how she's found success publishing wide and selling directly to readers. We also delve into the topic of setting back from social media, something Cadence has chosen to do. Instead of using the social platforms, she’s investing in her newsletter and in her Ream subscribers. https://www.cadencekeysauthor.com Links mentioned: https://heartbreathings.te...
How to Know When You Need Outside Help with Jami Albright
October 04, 2023 06:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 187 / Do you need help with your branding, ad copy, or writing career strategy? Do you have questions or ideas that you’d like to brainstorm with another author about? Jami has helped many authors with everything from overwhelm to sales pages to branding. Jami shares the questions and topics that come up most often, the common mistakes she sees, and tips on when it’s time to ask for help. We talk about making money as an author, series creation, pen names,...
Selling Direct at In-Person Events with Lisa Bouchard
September 27, 2023 06:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 186 / Would you like another stream of income that doesn’t involve ads or writing new content? In-person events like craft fairs and farmer’s markets might be a good option for you. Lisa Bourchard is a paranormal cozy mystery author who sells direct to readers at local events and shares her tips and lessons learned for in-person events. Author website: LisaBouchard.com Lisa’s schedule: https://lisabouchard.com/meet-lisa/ 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podc...
Katlyn Duncan on How Mom Writers can Declutter and Systemize for a Better Work/Life Balance
September 20, 2023 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 185 / Do you want a better work/life balance? Would you like to declutter and systematize your life? ⚖️ Katlyn Duncan, multi-published author of adult and young adult fiction, joins us today to talk about how creatives, especially mom writers, can create a lifestyle that fits with their values and not be stressed out. 🦸♀️ 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/sup...
Insights from a Second Kickstarter
September 13, 2023 06:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 184 / Sara’s second Kickstarter closed out over $20,000 (🎉) and she shares what she’s learned from her second campaign. If you’re thinking about running a Kickstarter campaign, you’ll want to hear Sara’s tips for creating a compelling Kickstarter Story page, staying organized, and info on changes to the Kickstarter platform. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/su...
Grow Your Audience Without Social Media with Kerrie Fitzgerald
September 06, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 183 / Do you want to move away from depending on ads and social media for books sales? Marketing, business, and visibility strategist Kerrie Fitzgerald joins us to share six ways to grow your author business organically. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support Intro Links: ❤️ Jami speaking September 9th at League of Romance Writers in Houston: https://www.le...