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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
Send us a Text Message. 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 wha...

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A Tale of Two Mediums | Brittney Morris on Video Games and Young Adult Fiction

Written In Melanin - March 20, 2024 11:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
In this episode of the Written In Melanin podcast, host C.M. Lockhart chats with Brittney Morris, author of 'SLAY' and video game writer. Morris shares her journey from being inspired by the Black Panther movie to becoming a bestselling author and transitioning into video game writing, with proj...

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Adrian Moreno: The Art of the Podcast Power Pitch for Authors, Writers and Creatives

Write the Book Inside You - March 20, 2024 08:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
The Art of the Podcast Power Pitch with today's guest Adrian Moreno, aims to show Authors & Coaches how to get booked on more than 10-20 podcasts a month without having to fork out thousands of dollars on a booking agency.  "Podcast Guesting For Profits" is Adrian Moreno's course. And he spill...

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Adrian Moreno: The Art of Podcast Power Pitching for Authors, Writers and Creatives

Write the Book Inside You - March 20, 2024 08:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
Send us a Text Message. The Art of the Podcast Power Pitch with today's guest Adrian Moreno, aims to show Authors & Coaches how to get booked on more than 10-20 podcasts a month without having to fork out thousands of dollars on a booking agency.  "Podcast Guesting For Profits" is Adrian Moren...

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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
Send us a Text Message. 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 drea...

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Gin Stephens: Intermittent Fasting to Sharpen your Mind as an Author, Writer, Creative

Write the Book Inside You - March 10, 2024 12:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
Send us a Text Message. Host: Caryl Guest: Gin Stephens, Author & Intermittent Fasting Advocate Bullet Points: Introduction to Gin Stephens: Bestselling author of "Fast. Feast. Repeat." and "Delay, Don't Deny." Over 500,000 followers in her Facebook groups. Her books offer insights into s...

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Navigating the Media Landscape and How to Get Your Book the Attention it Deserves

Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast - March 08, 2024 08:00 - 34 minutes
Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Penny and Amy decode the intricate world of big media outlets and help you understand what they're looking for and whether or not you’re right for a big media outlet.  We kick off by addressing a common misconception – that success in media equals insta...

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Writing Sapphic Fantasy and Indie Publishing with Tamara Jerée

Written In Melanin - March 06, 2024 11:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
Written In Melanin: Spotlighting Melanated Creativity, A Conversation with Indie Author Tamara Jerée In this episode of the 'Written In Melanin' podcast, host C. M. Lockhart welcomes indie author, Tamara Jerée to discuss their experiences and writing journey, including a detailed look at their ...

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Memoir vs. Self-Help: Choosing the Right Genre for Your Book

Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast - March 01, 2024 08:00 - 20 minutes
Send us a Text Message. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on a common dilemma many memoir authors face: determining whether their book can be classified as self-help.  While storytelling and imparting wisdom often go hand in hand, understanding the nuances between these genres is esse...

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178: On being a beginner vs intermediate at your practice (and why being a beginner can be a lot easier!)

Indie Author Weekly - February 27, 2024 06:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
In this episode, we explore the dynamic of being a beginner vs being intermediate at your practice... and why being a beginner can, in some ways, be a lot easier! Tune in now to find out about the pressure I put on myself in my 2nd solo burlesque dance performance, what I took from that experien...

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Lorna Hollinger: EFT Tapping expert: Soaring from Victim to Empowered Business Leader

Write the Book Inside You - February 25, 2024 20:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
Send us a Text Message. Ever felt like your life’s storyline could use an epic rewrite? Curious to dig deeper into Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT Tapping)? Enter Lorna Hollinger head of the Australian Tapping Institute–a woman who turned her sequence of plot twists into a playbook for succes...

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Navigating the Unexpected: What Authors Need to Prepare For

Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast - February 23, 2024 08:00 - 39 minutes
Send us a Text Message. Join us for a candid discussion as we shine a light on the often-overlooked aspects of the author journey. In this episode, we tackle the things that many authors aren't adequately prepared for but are crucial to their success. From the seemingly mundane task of reading...

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Exploring the Power of ChatGPT for Authors with Celeste Harte

Written In Melanin - February 21, 2024 11:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
In this episode of the Written In Melanin podcast, C. M. Lockhart, chats with Celeste Harte, a fantasy writer and expert on ChatGPT. They delve into their experiences as Black, independent authors, highlighting the challenges, evolution, and inspirations along the journey. Discussing everything ...

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Why I Really Want You to Write Your Book in 2024

Nothing but the Words - February 20, 2024 22:00 - 14 minutes
As the year gets underway, lots of people are falling off the wagon when it comes to their New Year's resolutions and annual goals. But what about the people who aren't? What about the people who are sticking to their resolution to make this the year they become an author? That can be you--and i...

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177: Ideation, content creation, and writing process for my Solopreneur Diary Entries weekly newsletter

Indie Author Weekly - February 20, 2024 06:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
In our previous episode, Episode 176, we talked about what it means to be a creative and an indie author — and how it can be so much more comprehensive than book writing! That's why, in today’s episode, I want to build on that and share with you the idea creation and writing process around my we...

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The Power of Author Education: Why it can Save you Money and Help You Succeed

Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast - February 16, 2024 08:00 - 26 minutes
Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we delve into a crucial but often overlooked aspect of being an author: education in publishing. And we get it, it’s another thing to learn. But it’s crucial to your success and we’ll unpack why. But don't worry, you don't need a PhD in publishing to thr...

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Where Writers Go Wrong: Self Publishing Edition

The Tea Grannies - February 15, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
This is our last episode of Season 4! Today we’re going to chat about where writers and indie authors go wrong with self publishing, so pour yourself a cup of tea and let’s get started! Please leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts and don’t forget to follow us @theteagranniespodcast on...

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176: What does it mean to be a creative and an indie author?

Indie Author Weekly - February 13, 2024 06:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
In our most recent couple of episodes here on the Indie Author Weekly podcast, we’ve been exploring the importance of trust in the creative process — including self trust and trusting others. I want to take it a step back today and ask this question: What does it even mean to be a creative, and,...

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Screenplay Scams Exposed: Important Warning for Authors

Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast - February 09, 2024 08:00 - 23 minutes
Send us a Text Message. Whether you're a seasoned author navigating the industry or an aspiring writer with dreams of seeing your work on the screen, this episode is a must-listen. Join us in uncovering the hidden dangers, understanding the deceptive tactics, and learning how to safeguard your ...

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Promoting Black Literature: A Discussion with the Hurston Wright Foundation

Written In Melanin - February 07, 2024 11:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
In this episode of Written In Melanin podcast, host CM Lockhart speaks with special guest DeAndréa Johnson, an educator, writer and the Writing Programs Manager at the Hurston Wright Foundation. The discussion offers an in-depth introduction to the foundation, its mission, and the many resources...

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175: Creative process as a solo artist (trusting OTHERS)

Indie Author Weekly - February 06, 2024 16:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
In this episode, we explore the delicate balance of the creative process when you are a solo artist — Because it’s hard to maintain distance and objectivity when you are working on creative pursuits in a silo! Is it good enough? Is it good at all? Are you conveying what you intend to convey? Eve...

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Amazon Update: International Readers Getting Cut Out of the Equation

Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast - February 02, 2024 08:00 - 24 minutes
Send us a Text Message. We're delving into the recent changes that Amazon has implemented for international book buyers.  The notable shift is the disallowance of gifting copies of books internationally, a move that carries significant implications for authors. Why the continued tightening of ...

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Internal Family Systems: Unleashing Creativity for Writers, Authors

Write the Book Inside You - February 01, 2024 06:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
Send us a Text Message. Introduction: Host Caryl Westmore introduces Internal Family Systems, the topic from Chapter Eleven of her transformative book "Bust Writer's Block Forever." The spotlight is on Internal Family Systems (IFS), a powerful psychological framework for understanding the min...

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174: Self trust thought exercise when you experience self doubt as a creative

Indie Author Weekly - January 30, 2024 06:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
In this episode, I talk about the balance between trusting yourself AND not believing that negative voice in your head which might be filled with self doubt. As long-time listeners of the podcast will already know, I’m a Personal Fulfillment Coach when I’m not writing novels! And many of my cli...

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Decoding the Jargon: Publicity, Marketing, Advertising, and Branding

Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast - January 26, 2024 08:00 - 17 minutes
Send us a Text Message. We're chatting about the often misunderstood differences between publicity, marketing, advertising, and branding.  Why? Because knowing the differences can save you a lot of time and money in terms of what kind of support you need to achieve your goals. If you're lookin...

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Crime Fiction, Publishing, and the Black Love Series: An Interview with Antwan Floyd Sr.

Written In Melanin - January 24, 2024 11:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
In this episode of the Written In Melanin Podcast, host C. M. Lockhart interviews Antwan Floyd Sr., an author and publisher of Crime Fiction Media. Lockhart discusses Floyd’s journey from writing urban fiction to crime fiction, as well as the decision to establish his publishing company. Asking ...

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173: 5 observations while reviewing my current work-in-progress

Indie Author Weekly - January 23, 2024 06:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Last week, I went through the entirety of my current work in progress — Book 8 in the Polyamorous Passions series. So today I want to share with you what happened when I read through it… It had been a few months since I last worked on it, so it was great to review it with fresh eyes! There were...

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Amy Yamada Reveals How AI Can Transform Your Writing and Connect Deeply with Audiences

Become a Writer Today - January 22, 2024 05:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
In this episode of the Become a Writer Today podcast, my guest is Amy Yamada, a former marketing director and AI expert. During the interview, Amy shares her innovative approach to using AI to develop authentic messaging and form deep connections with audiences. Amy and her use of ChatGPT to...

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Cracking the Code: Here's Why Your Amazon Ads Stopped Working

Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast - January 19, 2024 08:00 - 19 minutes
Send us a Text Message. Have your Amazon Ads suddenly stopped working? Join us as we unravel the mysteries behind why your carefully crafted ads may have taken a nose dive.   We break down the complexities of Amazon advertising, and how oftentimes the elements that need some TLC aren't on the ...

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172: Improving one's relationship with the creative process

Indie Author Weekly - January 16, 2024 06:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
This episode is a follow-up to the previous episode, and shares recommendations and thoughts about how to improve your relationship with the creative process (what to do BEFORE you even sit down at the computer and start writing, plus a beautiful question to hold onto and guide you through the c...