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Behind the Curtain: Unveiling the Secrets of Success in Publishing

Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast - May 03, 2024 19:00 - 37 minutes
In this episode Penny and Amy, the dynamic duo behind a successful book marketing and PR firm, invite listeners to join them for an intimate peek behind the curtain of their collaborative journey. While their chemistry is often praised, it's their ability to navigate different visions for growth...

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James I. Bond: Brain Glue

Author Factor: Notable Nonfiction Books - May 02, 2024 12:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
On episode #226 of The Author Factor Podcast, I am having a conversation with nonfiction book author James I. Bond. Despite the coincidence of sharing a name with a famous spy, James has carved out his own impressive niche in the world of marketing and communication. With a background rich in be...

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General Accounting for Indie Authors

Self Publishing Insiders - May 02, 2024 05:00 - 50 minutes
DeAnna Hart, also known as D.F. Hart, writes crime thrillers and contemporary romance. She also has an MBA and over two decades of hands-on experience in accounting, and she co-wrote Accounting for Authors with Mark Lefebrve as a means to help indie authors better understand the nuances of runni...

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Cracking the Code: Reaching the Unreachable Reader

Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast - April 26, 2024 07:00 - 17 minutes
In this week's episode, we chat about connecting with the elusive reader who seems to dwell beyond the realms of mainstream social media platforms. Even though the digital age is dominating how a lot of us consume content, not every reader can be found scrolling through Instagram reels or TikT...

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Sonny Moyers: The Architecture of the Real Estate Practice

Author Factor: Notable Nonfiction Books - April 25, 2024 09:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
Meet Sonny Moyers, a titan in the Texas real estate scene and the author of the nonfiction book, "The Architecture of the Real Estate Practice." On episode #225 of The Author Factor Podcast, I am having a conversation with nonfiction book author Sonny Moyers, a prominent figure in the Texas rea...

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Answering Your D2D Questions!

Self Publishing Insiders - April 25, 2024 05:00 - 50 minutes
Our followers are in charge for this week's "Ask Us Anything" (AUA) edition of Self Publishing Insiders. All topics were welcome! Be sure to join us live next time we do an AUA! //Draft2Digital is where you start your Indie Author Career//   Looking for your path to self-publishing success? Dr...

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Book Sales: Why and How Self-Published Authors Are Taking the Lead

Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast - April 19, 2024 07:00 - 28 minutes
Not everyone talks about it, but all authors want to sell books. And we know a lot of you secretly (or not so secretly) would love to make enough to be a full-time author.  But is achieving significant sales still a possibility? The surprising answer lies in the realm of self-publishing, where ...

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Nick Hutchison: Rise of the Reader

Author Factor: Notable Nonfiction Books - April 18, 2024 12:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
On episode #224 of The Author Factor Podcast, I am having a conversation with Nick Hutchinson, the brainchild behind Book Thinkers, a digital marketing agency for book lovers that bridges the gap between authors and their readers.  Nick is also the author of the nonfiction book, "Rise of the R...

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Think Like a Cartoonist

Self Publishing Insiders - April 18, 2024 05:00 - 45 minutes
Today we celebrate humor and creativity with accomplished author and cartoonist, Leigh Rubin. An author of more than 20 books, 2024 marks the 40th anniversary of Leigh's internationally syndicated cartoon, Rubes®, which is distributed by Creators Syndicate to hundreds of newspapers and media out...

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Ep 121 - How Much Budget Do I Need To Run Facebook Ads?

Lets Run Facebook Ads: The Podcast - April 12, 2024 15:00 - 17 minutes
One of the questions asked time and time again when it comes to running paid social media campaigns is budget? How much should I spend? Is this too little or too much? Often it can be hard to know what sort of money to set aside and how to balance results with spend. In today's episode, Nick si...

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Listener Request: Navigating Amazon's Book Review Minefield

Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast - April 12, 2024 07:00 - 15 minutes
This is another listener request and we're talking about trigger words that could potentially result in your hard-earned reviews being pulled from your retail page.  We chat about the fine line between what reviewers should say to maintain authenticity and what words they should tactfully avoid...

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Self Publishing Lesbian Fiction

Self Publishing Insiders - April 11, 2024 05:00 - 46 minutes
An award-winning writer and former newspaper reporter, Elizabeth Andre currently writes cozy paranormal mystery, science fiction, young adult and lesbian romance. Elizabeth began publishing lesbian fiction in 2014 and joins us today to discuss why self-publishing is such a great option for the g...

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Book Marketing and Book Funnels with Chris Benetti

Author Factor: Notable Nonfiction Books - April 10, 2024 22:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
On episode #223 of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with the founder of Smart Author Media, Chris Benetti. Hailing from Perth, Western Australia, Chris is an expert in book marketing who leverages his engineering background for tactical, results-driven strategies. He's known ...

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The #1 Strategy to Get More Amazon Reviews

Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast - April 05, 2024 07:00 - 13 minutes
Have you ever wondered why some books seem to effortlessly rack up Amazon reviews while others struggle to even get noticed? This week we're unveiling a secret strategy that savvy authors have been using to bolster their review numbers. We chat about the art of prompting reviews from your reade...

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Fight For Your Best Life: Empowerment Through Protection with John Brewer, Jr.

Author Factor: Notable Nonfiction Books - April 04, 2024 17:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
On episode #222 of The Author Factor Podcast, I am having a conversation with John Timothy Brewer, Jr. His remarkable background as a special forces veteran and founder of Shield and Spear Consulting Group gives him a unique insight into the world of self-defense. With his new book, "Fight For...

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SPS 256: Understanding AI To Grow Your Business (AI Deep Dive) with Chris Winfield

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business - April 04, 2024 15:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 461 ratings
Get ready to revolutionize your creative process and business strategy with the insights of Chris Winfield, the SuperConnector and AI aficionado. Uncover how artificial intelligence is not the enemy of creativity but a catalyst for innovation and productivity. Chris shares an astonishing account...

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Book Marketing and Launch Plans

Self Publishing Insiders - April 04, 2024 05:00 - 50 minutes
Publishing and distributing your self-published books is the easy part. Reaching readers is still the challenge. Today we speak with Stephanie Chandler, the founder and CEO of the Nonfiction Authors Association. Stephanie began building her email newsletter list and experimenting with self-publi...

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Navigating the Literary Agent Landscape

Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast - March 29, 2024 07:00 - 28 minutes
This week we're talking about literary agents. Who they are, what they do, and whether you really need one.  We'll explore the ins and outs of literary representation, breaking down the roles and responsibilities of literary agents, and shedding light on the services they provide for authors. ...

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Never Quit on a Bad Day: Resilient Stories of Overcoming Challenges with Phebe Trotman

Author Factor: Notable Nonfiction Books - March 28, 2024 12:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
On episode # 221 of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with Phebe Trotman, a Vancouver-based entrepreneur and distinguished athlete who has been inducted into several sports halls of fame. Phebe embodies resilience through her personal journey, a quality she brilliantly shares ...

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Publish with Confidence with ProWritingAid

Self Publishing Insiders - March 28, 2024 05:00 - 45 minutes
Have you ever watched a master at work? The best carpenters, musicians, chefs--and even authors--just seem to have a different way using their tools than the rest of us mere mortals. Fortunately for authors, ProWritingAid is a battle-tested writing tool that's helped some of today's bestselling ...

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SPS:255 Brave Thinking & Growing Your Coaching Business with Mary Morrissey

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business - March 27, 2024 14:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 461 ratings
Embark on a transformative journey with Mary, the visionary behind the Brave Thinking Institute and celebrated author of "Brave Thinking." She's here to reveal how a single book can ignite profound change in both personal and professional realms. As we converse, Mary recounts the remarkable path...

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Advice to Sell Your Books’ International Rights

Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA) - March 26, 2024 19:27 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratings
There is a huge market for books outside the United States, so how can U.S. publishers break into the international market, and how do publishers know which markets are a good fit for their titles? Co-Founder and Managing Editor of Red Hen Press Dr. Kate Gale joins “Inside Independent Publishing...

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Ep 120 - Advantage+? Interest audiences still work, I promise!

Lets Run Facebook Ads: The Podcast - March 25, 2024 15:00 - 9 minutes
Following on from last episode, Nick goes into some client examples to talk about different audience types when creating and running Meta ads. He outlines the uses of these different audiences, where and how to use them and why sticking to interest-based audiences for your campaigns can still se...

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What's So Mysterious About a Moth to a Flame?

Literary Entertainment! Live Author Interviews - March 23, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
Love mystery novels? Have a penchant for thriller books? You came to the right place! Mystery writer, Joe Clifford, author of the Jay Porter Thriller series and a real true "comeback kid" is the star of the Off The Shelf #Books #podcast on Saturday, March 23! Joe sits down with host Denise Turne...

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Amazon's Virtual Voice: Redefining Audiobooks with AI

Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast - March 22, 2024 07:00 - 18 minutes
Join us in this week's episode as we chat about the latest innovation from Amazon: the Virtual Voice.  Imagine a world where authors can transform their written words into audiobooks using artificial intelligence. FOR FREE. It's a game-changer for indie authors, but what does it mean for the fu...

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Stop Stretching: Pain-Free Living with Yogi Aaron

Author Factor: Notable Nonfiction Books - March 21, 2024 09:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
On episode #220  of The Author Factor Podcast, I am having a conversation with Yogi Aaron, an influential figure in the world of yoga. Yogi Aaron's unorthodox perspectives on stretching and flexibility, and his dedication to helping others live a pain-free life through yoga, make him a sought-af...

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Live from Superstars Writing Seminars

Self Publishing Insiders - March 21, 2024 05:00 - 48 minutes
Conferences are vital for author careers. The good ones not only provide stellar learning opportunities from the industry's best and brightest minds, they also provide a sense of community and belonging. In today's episode we'll catch up with D2D's own Mark Leslie Lefebvre and Nick Thacker as th...

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SPS 254 Valuepreneurs, “Funderdome” & Publishing Before Your 60th Birthday with Steve Waddell

Self Publishing School: How To Write A Book That Grows Your Impact, Income, And Business - March 20, 2024 20:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 461 ratings
Have you ever envisioned a life where each pivot leads you to greater innovation and success? Strap in as we chat with Steve Waddell, the visionary mind behind "Value Pernoers," whose journey from authorship to invention is nothing short of a strategic masterstroke. Waddell, a maverick in the bu...

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Exploring Kids' Friendships in Healthy Ways

Literary Entertainment! Live Author Interviews - March 16, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
Do you have kids? Work with children? You'll want to catch today's Off The Shelf #Books #Podcast!  Children's book author, Jessica Spear, is today's feature guest. During today's show, Jessica and Off The Shelf Books host, Denise Turney, dive into the makings of Jessica's children's books and mi...

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Navigating the Climb: Pitfalls for Authors Eyeing the Summit

Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast - March 15, 2024 07:00 - 37 minutes
In this episode, we take a peek behind the curtain and dive into the sometimes harsh realities of the publishing world, shedding light on the obstacles that can slow an author's rise to the top – and sharing insights on how to avoid them.  While we love authors who dream big, keeping expectatio...