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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A.G. Riddle on Longevity and Writing SciFi Techno Thrillers
August 30, 2023 06:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 182 / A.G. Riddle shares his definition of success and discusses how he balances creative fulfillment with the demands of the writing business. We also discussed a slower release schedule and how he transitioned from indie to traditional publishing. Author website: agriddle.com 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support More links: The Big List of Craft and ma...
Cat Maura on Discoverability and Creating a Compelling “mini-series” Drip Campaign
August 23, 2023 06:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 181 / Contemporary romance author Catharina Maura shares how she combined her favorite trope, marriage of convenience, with lessons she learned writing her early books to create a best-selling series. We also delve into why marketing is an extension of storytelling, why you don’t have to do everything yourself, and how to keep readers thinking about your books and talking about them, using bonus material and a drip campaign. Catharina Maura’s website: https...
Getting your Books into Libraries with Erin Wright
August 16, 2023 06:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 180 / Do you want to reach library readers? Erin Wright is here to help us understand how libraries buy books (ebooks, audio and print), what formats libraries prefer, and how to let libraries know about our books. Author website: https://erinwright.net/authors ****Supporter chat Aug 27th at 3pm CST. *** 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support Transcript: h...
David Gaughran on Using Lessons Learned to Reboot Fiction and Nonfiction (Reair)
August 09, 2023 06:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 179 / We dug into the archives this week and pulled out one of our early episodes with David Gaughran, which is full of helpful and relevant advice. David decodes Amazon and breaks down Bookbub ads for authors in addition to writing historical fiction and sci fi. David shares how his mistakes have shaped his decision to reboot his fiction and nonfiction books. Supporter chat Aug 27th at 3pm CST. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give...
Jeff Elkins on Writing Compelling Dialogue and the Value of Slowing Down
August 02, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 178 / Do you want to improve the dialogue in your novels? Author and dialogue coach Jeff Elkins shares tips on differentiating character voices and tips for using (or not!) dialogue tags. We also touch on the “rules” of writing versus reader expectations. Author website: https://jeffelkinswriter.com/ https://dialoguedoctor.com/ 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.co...
Matty Dalrymple on Keeping Your Focus on the Writing
July 26, 2023 06:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 177 / Podcaster and mystery/ suspense author Matty Dalrymple joins us to talk about what she’s learned about how she’s learned to focus on writing her novels. We also chat about the benefits of writing short stories and podcasting for authors. Author website: https://www.mattydalrymple.com/ https://www.theindyauthor.com/ 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/suppo...
Demystifying Direct Sales: The Five Types of Direct Sales and How to Pick the Right One For You 🤔
July 19, 2023 12:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 176 / Direct sales is the current hot topic in the author community, but there’s lots of choices to be made. Landing page or store? Kickstarter or subscription? And taxes–what about taxes? Hello, decision fatigue. Fear not, we've got your back. In this episode, we break down direct sales into five main types 🖐️. We'll walk you through the difficulty level of each type, explain what kind of authors are best suited for each, and share some invaluable resources...
Erin Wright: 🗺️ Roadmap to go from KU to Wide plus 📊 Marketing Tips for Wide Authors
July 12, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 175 / Romance author and creator of the Wide for the Win Facebook group, Erin Wright, shares a blueprint for going from KU to wide as well as marketing tips for selling wide–without ads! Erin’s website: https://erinwright.net/ https://erinwright.net/authors https://erinwright.net/consulting Wide for the Win Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/wideforthewin 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future...
Inkers Con Takeaways
July 04, 2023 06:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 174 / We attended Inkers Con Author Conference in Dallas a few weeks ago and we’re here to share our favorite moments and our biggest takeaways on taglines, tropes, direct sales, productivity, backlist sales, and so much more. The digital version of the Inkers Con conference is already open. Grab your ticket here: https://wishidknownforwriters.com/Inkers23 (Affiliate link). Use either one of our codes, Jami23 or Sara23, for $50 off. You can watch the rec...
Raythe Reign on Serials, Podcasting Audiobooks, and Memberships
June 27, 2023 06:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 173 / Raythe Reign writes in the gay paranormal genre and joins us to talk about writing serials, podcasting audiobooks as a lead magnet, and running a membership on her own site. Author website: www.RaytheReign.com & https://www.youtube.com/@RaytheReign 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support Our Sponsor: tryvellum.com/wish Transcript at https://wishidknown...
🔒 May Supporter Chat with H. Claire Taylor
June 21, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. H. Claire Taylor, owner of FFS Media and versatile writer of humor, paranormal police, procedural, paranormal cozy, mystery, and crime fiction, joins us for our May supporter chat. We discuss using the Enneagram for plotting and character development. We also answer listener questions, including decisions about timelines in fiction series and promotion options for new authors. 🚀 Jami’s Launch Plan https://www.jamialbright.com/authorser...
Rachel Hanna on Direct Sales Success and Writing Women’s Fiction
June 21, 2023 06:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 172 / Women’s fiction author, Rachel Hanna shares about writing women’s fiction and branching out into direct sales using Shopify and Klaviyo. Author website: www.RachelHannaAuthor.com 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support More links: The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resou...
Writing Cozy Fantasy as a Joyful Side Hustle with Belinda Kroll
June 14, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 47.2 MBSend us a Text Message. How do you balance writing, motherhood, and finding joy in your craft? Today, we had the pleasure of chatting with the talented Belinda Kroll, a cozy fantasy writer who's mastered the art of the joyful side hustle. Belinda shares her journey from vanity press publishing to indie success, and how she's cultivated a thriving newsletter and community along the way. Discover Belinda's efficient writing process that keeps her joy intact, and learn how her current lifesty...
Jamie Davis on Finding New Readers and Audiences with Kickstarter and Direct Sales
June 06, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 170 / Fantasy and sci-fi author Jamie Davis joins us to share insights on author branding, diversifying income, plus the best and worst advice he’d been given. Find out how Jamie reaches his core readers and stays engaged with his audience, while also branching out into diversifying his income streams. Learn about promoting Kickstarter with additional content, and why failure can be a necessary step for growth. We also talk about his upcoming Kickstarter,...
Sarah Woodbury on Historical Mysteries and a YouTube Channel for Readers about Medieval Wales
May 30, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 169 / Historical mystery author SarahWoodbury shares how she researches and writes her novels set in medieval Wales. We also delve into writing a long series, the power of a free first in series book, and creating Youtube videos for readers. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support Show highlights: Indie publishing, the stigma around it, its benefits and chall...
Jami and Sara on Creating Sympathetic and Intriguing Characters with Examples from Ted Lasso
May 23, 2023 06:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 168 / Jami Albright and Sara Rosett discuss how to create compelling characters. We look at the pilot episode of Ted Lasso and delve into why the characters of Rebecca and Ted are fascinating and how the writers made them well-rounded characters. Special supporter event: chat with H. Claire Taylor on May 28th. Watch for info in your private RSS feed. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://w...
🔒 Upcoming Private Supporter Chat with Guest H. Claire Taylor
May 20, 2023 19:00 - 1 minute - 779 KBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. H. Claire Taylor will join Jami and Sara for the next Private Supporter Chat on Sunday, May 28th at 3pm CST. Listen for the link to join. H. Claire Taylor writes satire and cozies and uses her knowledge of the Enneagram to help authors write compelling characters and series. She's the author of Reclaim Your Author Career, an Enneagram-based approach to aligning your author career. And she's run two successful Kickstarters. Link to the ...
Avoid Overwhelm and Burnout through Outsourcing to Author Assistants with Jenna Lee
May 16, 2023 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 167 / Is it time to hire an author assistant? Jenna Lee answers our questions about outsourcing, work/life balance, NDAs, and so much more. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support Highlights: Jenna’s background as an author and how it helps her as an author assistant How to know when to outsource How to decide what tasks to outsource How to interview of a...
Deanna Roy: Turning Setbacks into a Successful Hybrid Career
May 09, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 166 / From testing out book covers to using spreadsheets to track release dates, Romantic comedy author Deanna Roy shares her tried and tested marketing strategies for self-publishing success. But it's not all about marketing tactics–Deanna also shares her personal story of finding success in the ever-changing world of publishing and the importance of finding a supportive community of fellow authors. Intro: Jami’s author consulting: https://www.jamialbright...
Writing Suspense and Thrillers with Amanda Traylor
May 02, 2023 06:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 165 / Thriller writer Amanda Traylor shares: The challenges of writing commercial fiction How she shifted from romance to thrillers with romantic subplots and why that genre is a better fit for her How she licensed a thriller series to a publisher then got the rights reverted Writing as a parent of a young child Intro link: Greta and Megan’s kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/authorwheel/preparingtowrite Timestamps: [00:17:40] Marketing ...
Writing Craft: Applying the Principles of Filmmaking to Novels with John Gaspard
April 25, 2023 06:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 164 / We delve into writing craft this week with mystery author and podcaster John Gaspard, who shares how to use filmmaking techniques in novel writing. We also discuss finding unique aspects of our lives and using them in our books. We also cover some practical tips like the importance of eliminating unnecessary details between scenes and chapters, as well as cutting the last sentence or two of a scene, a technique recommended by Aaron Sorkin. John also ...
Angel Lawson on Learning to Use Tropes and Universal Fantasy
April 18, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 163 / Dark reverse harem romance author Angel Lawson shares the importance of understanding and applying tropes and universal fantasy concepts in her angsty novels of atonement. Angel describes past struggles with burnout and anxiety, and how she navigated through it. We also talk about co-writing, Kickstarter, consistency, and how bookplates and stickers helped her build a loyal fanbase. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a sh...
🔒 Private Zoom Chat - April 2023
April 12, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 48 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. It was so great to chat with you all! 💜 Topics we covered: Question from Dee: How do you get a newsletter e-mail list started before you have a book? Where do you get the initial e-mails for people who might be interested in your genre? Episode 141: https://wishidknownforwriters.com/tammi-labrecque-on-what-to-email-to-newsletter-subscribers/ Episode 64: https://wishidknownforwriters.com/jami-and-sara-dish-on-newsletters-and-answer-other-...
Print Books: Adding Extra Value and Maximizing Profit with Alex Smith of BookVault
April 11, 2023 06:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 162 / Alex Smith shares how BookVault prioritizes the quality of the book and the reader's experience. He details a new American print partner that will enable faster and cheaper shipping as well innovations with color printing, distribution, and bundling. We also discuss direct sales, mistakes authors make with their printed books, and–wait for it–ribbons! Yes, bespoke options are coming to BookVault. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to...
🔒 Private Zoom Chat - Listen to Get the Link
April 05, 2023 20:00 - 1 minute - 882 KBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. 🎉 We’re looking forward to chatting with you on April 11 at 7pm CST. Bring your questions and topics! If you're a supporter of the podcast, listen to the super-short message for details on how to get into the chat. 🙋♀️ If you can’t be there but want your question answered, you can fill out this form: https://wishidknownforwriters.com/questions See you soon! 🚀 Jami’s Launch Plan https://www.jamialbright.com/authorservices ❤️ Jami’s b...
Nell Goddin on How Direct Sales Helped Revive her Author Business
April 04, 2023 06:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 161 / Nell Goddin experienced long Covid and wasn’t able to write or release books for several years. Now she’s using direct sales to revive her author business. We also talk about the importance of persistence, not limiting ourselves when it comes to mindset, and asking for help. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support Jami’s author consulting https://www.ja...
How to Thrive in a Flooded Market: Discussing Becca Syme’s New Rules of Publishing
March 28, 2023 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 160 / How do you succeed in a market flooded with books? The Gold Rush in publishing is over and authors have to adjust. Sara and Jami discuss Becca Syme’s “New Rules of Publishing,” which gives three business verticals authors can lean into to be successful when the water is more red than blue. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode! https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support First Private Zoom Chat f...
Build Consistent Income and Connect with Readers with Emilia Rose and Michael Evans of Ream.ink
March 21, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 159 / Do you want to connect with readers and create a new income stream that’s consistent and independent of the giant corporate tech companies? Join us as we talk with Emilia Rose and Michael Evans of Ream.ink about how to create a subscription for your readers. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode! https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support Show notes: How Emilia and Michael came to work with Rea...
Maria Luis on Switching Genres and Moving Away from Rapid Release
March 14, 2023 06:00 - 56 minutes - 39.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 158 / Do you want to change genres, but aren’t sure if your readers will follow you? Dark romance author Maria Luis shares how she brought her contemporary steamy romance to her new dark romance books. We also delve into reader expectations and moving away from a rapid release schedule. Maria’s website: www.marialuis.org 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode! https://wishidknownforwriters.com/suppor...
How to Pace Your Novel with Ines Johnson
March 07, 2023 07:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 157 / Romance author, screenwriter, and educator Ines Johnson joins us to talk about why pacing is so important when crafting your novel as well as self care, direct sales, and her new podcast, Ines Johnson is Having a Breakdown. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode! https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support Show notes: How Ines rescheduled her time to include self care Her best business lesson: s...
Translations for Self Published Authors
February 28, 2023 16:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 156 / Do you want to get your book into other languages? This week Sara and Jami dive into the various options available to indie authors for translations, including licensing your rights to a publisher and doing it yourself (project-managing the translation of your books). 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode! https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support Show notes: How to vet translation inquiries ...
How to Use Tropes to Create Strong Characters and Deepen Conflict with Jennifer Hilt
February 21, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 155 / You can hook readers with a few words or a concept when you use tropes. Romance and non-fiction author, Jennifer Hilt, shares tips on how to recognize tropes, how to bake them into your writing to make marketing easier, and how to twist tropes so they’re fresh for both readers and authors. Author website: www.jenniferhilt.com 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode! https://wishidknownforwriters....
🔒 Jami and Sara on Best and Worst Advice
February 17, 2023 19:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBSubscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. 🎉 In our first bonus episode for subscribers, we share the best and worst advice we've received when it comes to writing craft and book marketing. As with everything, your mileage may vary. The writing practices, tactics, strategies, tips, and ideas we share are specific to us--what's worked and what hasn't. Take into account your personality and strengths (#take a drink🍸) as you consider whether or not to follow advice. No "shoulds," "mus...
Reader Swag: Dana Claire on Using Swag to be Top of Mind and Retain Readers
February 14, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 154 / Swag can be a great way to engage with readers. Hybrid young adult author and BookBrush COO, Dana Claire, shares how to create swag that will help you contect with readers and stand out in a crowded marketplace. Author website: https://www.danaclairebooks.com/ 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode! https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support Show notes: How Dana’s writing is a legacy from her m...
Teaming Up for Game-changing Success: Traci Andrighetti on Going Wide and Collaborating with Other Authors
February 07, 2023 07:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 153 / Cozy mystery author Traci Andrighetti joins us to talk about how changing her covers, going wide, and collaborating with other authors on a series have been game-changers for her writing career. Links: 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode! https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support Traci’s website: https://traciandrigehetti.com WIKT Podcast survey: https://wishidknownforwriters.com/survey S...
Olivia Hayle on Reader-Centric Books and Promotion
January 31, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 152 / Olivia Hayle, author of contemporary romance, joins us this week to discuss how her shift to focusing on what her readers want in both her writing and her promotion helped her author career. Oliva’s website: http://oliviahayle.com 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode! https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support Show notes: How Olivia learned about branding and applied it to her stories as well...
Joanna Penn on Intuitive Writing for Memoir plus Kickstarter and Direct Sales Tips
January 24, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 151 / Do you want to write a memoir? Joanna Penn joins us to share her lessons learned about writing memoir and other nonfiction. Joanna is a discovery writer and shares how the structure and content of the book evolved. We also delve into overcoming fear around Kickstarter and launches as well as what’s on the horizon for authors related to A.I. and direct sales. Intro links: Gift books for authors blog post from Alli: https://selfpublishingadvice.org...
Kate Baray on Productive Longevity
January 17, 2023 07:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 150 / Cozy and romance author Kate Baray joins us this week to talk about how she focuses on productive longevity and creates a sustainable author career. Show notes: Kate’s unusual path to being an author Why it’s important to tune out writing and craft advice that doesn’t apply to your genre or your personality type Kate’s method of trying and testing ideas The biggest mindset shift Kate has had to make: identifying as a creative Balancing runnin...
Megan Haskell on Defining Success, Going Wide, and Helping New Authors
January 10, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 149 / Megan Haskel, co-host of the Author Wheel podcast and fantasy writer, joins us this week. We delve into defining success when you’re an achiever, going wide, selling direct, and helping new authors. Show notes: Tips for getting writing done with kids at home Setting goals and defining success when you’re an achiever Why marketing and career growth isn’t alway linear and how to deal with that How Megan splits her time between fiction and nonfic...
Renee Rose on Mindset and Abundance
January 03, 2023 07:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 148 / Want to get your mind right for the New Year? Then join us as we talk with romance author Renee Rose about mindset, abundance, and how we can stop holding ourselves back. Show notes: Renee’s definition of success, “Are you joyful?” How Romancing the Beat by Gwen Hayes helped her with the craft of writing Why being fearless is critical when it comes to marketing Crafting our marketing as an invitation, a pull, instead of pushing our book on rea...
Anton Eine on Writing Nonfiction with a Mission
December 20, 2022 07:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 147 / Anton Eine, a science fiction and nonfiction author who lives in Ukraine, joins us this week and shares his experience of being a writer living in Kiev and Lviv during the war and how he translated those experiences into a documentarian war diary, The Thin Blue-Yellow Line Between Love and Hate. Show notes: Why Anton decided to take a break from fiction and write a war diary documenting his life and the stories of his fellow Ukranians in the months a...
Small Press to Indie Publishing with Greta Boris
December 13, 2022 07:00 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 146 / Mystery author Greta Boris joins us to talk about the benefits of publishing with a small press for her first series, and how she transitioned to self publishing with her new series. She also shares about collaborating with another writer for nonfiction and their podcast, The Author Wheel. Intro links: PirateShip https://www.pirateship.com Show notes: How Greta learned the craft of writing fiction Why getting a publishing deal isn’t the ticket...
Becca Mysoor, the Fairy Plot-Mother, on Collaboration
December 06, 2022 07:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 145 / Becca Mysoor is a Fairy Plot-Mother and developmental editor. She joins us this week to share how she works with bestselling authors on their stories from conception to marketing strategy. Intro links: Spotify Promo Cards - Example: Murder at Archly Manor Show notes: What Becca wishes authors knew about developmental editing What she’s learned about separating business and friendship What Becca sees authors doing that isn’t producing result...
Your Questions Answered on Launching and Direct Sales
November 29, 2022 07:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 144 / We’re answering your questions this week as we dig into launching prep and what to do after a launch plus more questions about direct sales, winter promos, and how to handle disruptions in your schedule. Submit your questions: https://forms.gle/Q1viJahz4o5dsqda8 Questions answered this episode: Planning your future releases After the book launch? What to do next Winter holiday promo Episode 34: Is it too Late to Plan Holiday ...
Tess Thompson on Resistance, Mindset, and Letting Your Dreams Live
November 22, 2022 07:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 143 / Tess Thompson, author of small town romances and American historical romances, joins us to talk about mindset changes she made that have helped her achieve career goals. We delve into resistance, limiting beliefs, and discoverability. Tess also shares tips for writing a small town romance series. Intro links: Subscriptions for Authors Show notes: How Tess was traditionally published and then went indie in 2017, essentially starting over from scr...
Karen McQuestion on Writing in Different Genres and Longevity in Publishing
November 15, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 142 / Karen McQuestion shares how she successfully writes across different genres and how that has contributed to her longevity in publishing. Show notes: Trusting your instinct when it comes to storytelling Marketing tips for authors who’d rather do online promotion instead of in-person events Following the story idea even if it takes you to a different genre category or genre-adjacent category How the abundance mindset helps break the habit of “com...
Tammi Labrecque on What to Email to Newsletter Subscribers
November 08, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 141 / Do you want to up your newsletter game? Newsletter expert Tammi Lebrecque joins us to discuss building an email list, automations, reader magnets, the unique value you provide to readers, and much more. Intro links: Kickstarter Accelerator - open until Nov 23rd (Affiliate Link) Show notes: Tammi’s definition of success How Tammi went through burnout and what she learned from the experience What to write in your newsletter Why it’s import...
New Author Series: Trixie Silvertale on Secret Pen Names
November 01, 2022 06:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 140 / Paranormal cozy mystery author Trixie Silvertale joins us to discuss secret pen names. This episode is part of our New Author series. Show notes: Marketing and promotion tips for introverted authors Holding back books for a rapid release launch Shifting from monthly releases to quarterly releases Benefits and challenges of a secret pen name Working with other authors on a shared world series Tips for writing a long series (20+ books) Wh...
Update from Jami and Sara on Lessons Learned From Her First Kickstarter
October 18, 2022 06:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 139 / Jami updates us this week, sharing about the difficult time her family has been through as well as how grateful she is to be an indie author, which allowed her to spend extended time with her sister before she passed away. Sara’s Kickstarter is over and it exceeded all her expectations! Sara shares what she learned from running her first Kickstarter, including: She needed more graphics than she realized It’s a good idea to run the pre-launch page ...
J. Thorn on Creative Income Diversification, Podcasting, and Cowriting (Re-air)
September 27, 2022 13:29 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Episode 138 / We’re going back to the archives this week as we re-air an episode with J. Thorn. Sci-fi author, podcaster, teacher, and event organizer J. Thorn joins us to discuss creative ways to diversify your author income, podcasting, and what he wishes he’d known about co-writing. Intro links: Sara’s Kickstarter In this podcast episode, you’ll discover: How J. came to creative writing after teaching J.’s transition to full-time writing What he wishe...