Best BookFunnel Podcast Team Podcasts (2025)

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Scrivener Has the Solutions Writers Need with Oliver Evensen, The BookFunnel Podcast Ep 26 84 minutes 1:07:59

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Learn more about Scrivener https://www.literatureandlatte.com Summary In this episode of the BookFunnel podcast, the team welcomes Oliver Evensen, the director of marketing and outreach for Scrivener. They discuss the features and benefits of using Scrivener for writing, the challenges authors face in their writing journeys, and how to effectively …

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Dear Writer, You Still Need To Quit featuring Becca Syme, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 27 1:15:40

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Learn more about Becca Syme https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/beccasyme/dear-writer-you-still-need-to-quit Summary In this episode of the Book Funnel Podcast, the team welcomes back Becca Syme, an author coach and expert in helping indie authors navigate their careers. The conversation covers a range of topics including creative marketing strate…

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TikTok for Authors Part 2 with Kate Hall, The BookFunnel Podcast Ep 26 1:23:55

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In this episode of the Book Funnel Podcast, the team welcomes back Kate Hall, a successful author and marketing expert. They discuss the evolving landscape of social media, particularly TikTok, and how authors can adapt their marketing strategies to thrive. Kate shares her personal journey from struggling to successful author, emphasizing the impor…

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The Cutting Edge of Self-Publishing at Author Nation with Joe Solari, The BookFunnel Podcast Ep 25 1:20:19

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Summary In this episode of the Book Funnel Podcast, host Jack Shilkaitis and co-hosts Emma Alisyn and Kelli Tanzi welcome Joe Solari, Managing Director of Author Nation. They discuss the evolving landscape of self-publishing, the importance of community and connection among authors, and innovative strategies for engaging readers. The conversation h…

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Building a Sustainable Author Career with Russell Nohelty, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 24 1:38:40

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In this episode of the Book Funnel Podcast, the BookFunnel team welcomes USA Today bestselling author Russell Nohelty. They discuss various aspects of self-publishing, including marketing strategies, the importance of scalability, and the mindset needed for success. Russell shares insights from his own journey, emphasizing the need for authors to e…

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Digital Authors Toolkit with Stu Grant, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 23 1:11:44

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Learn more about Digital Authors Tookit: https://www.digitalauthorstoolkit.com/ Summary In this episode of the Book Funnel Podcast, host Jack Shilkaitis, co-host Kat, and guest Stu from Digital Authors Toolkit discuss various aspects of being an author in today's digital landscape. They cover tips for writing motivation, creative marketing ideas, t…

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The Artisan Author with Johnny B. Truant, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 22 1:02:13

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In this episode of the Book Funnel podcast, host Damon Courtney interviews Johnny B. Truant, a veteran in the self-publishing industry. They discuss Johnny's journey from writing his first book to becoming a successful author and podcaster. The conversation explores the evolution of self-publishing, the importance of building true fans, and the imp…

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Finding Your Audiobook Audience with Ruthie Bowles, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 21 1:23:21

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In this episode of the BookFunnel podcast, hosts Jack Shilkaitis and Emma Alisyn welcome audiobook narrator Ruthie Bowles. They discuss the importance of engaging thumbnails, the journey of indie authors, and the nuances of audiobook narration. Ruthie shares her experiences and insights on working with authors, the significance of marketing audiobo…

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Now is the Time to Build Your Authentic Author Brand with Joanna Penn, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 20 43:20

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In this episode of the Book Funnel Podcast, we welcome Joanna Penn, a prolific author and prominent podcaster in self-publishing. We discuss the evolution of indie publishing, the importance of author branding, and how to connect with readers in a changing landscape. Joanna shares insights on her current projects, the significance of authenticity i…

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AI & the Evolution of the Publishing Industry with Jane Friedman, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 19 1:19:57

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Publishing expert Jane Friedman joins hosts Jack Shilkaitis, Kelly Tansey, and Emma Allison to talk about the ever-evolving world of writing and publishing. We discuss how AI is changing the industry, why traditional publishers are adapting indie strategies, and why author-reader engagement matters more than ever.Jane also shares valuable insights …

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Understanding the Rules of Self-Publishing with Becca Syme, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 18 1:02:19

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In this episode of the Book Funnel podcast, host Jack Shilkaitis and co-hosts Kelly Tanzi and Emma Alisyn welcome author success coach Becca Syme. They discuss various topics related to self-publishing, including effective strategies for book signings, the importance of understanding one's writing process, and the nuances of social media engagement…

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Author Sidekick, with Michael Evans, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 17 1:46:27

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In this episode of the Book Funnel podcast, host Jack Shilkaitis and co-hosts Emma Alisyn and Kelli Tanzi welcome Michael Evans, a sci-fi author and marketing expert. They discuss various aspects of author marketing, including the importance of understanding one's strengths, the significance of platform choice, and innovative strategies for engagin…

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Market Fuel for Authors with Bekah Brinkmeier, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 16 1:34:16

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In this episode of the Book Funnel Podcast, host Jack Shilkaitis and guests discuss various aspects of writing, publishing, and marketing for indie authors. They explore the challenges of balancing writing with personal life, the benefits of dictation, and the importance of community support. The conversation also introduces AutoCrit's new feature,…

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Meet the BookFunnel Reader Support Team, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 15 1:02:31

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In this episode of the Book Funnel Podcast, host Jack Shilkaitis is joined by the Book Funnel Reader Support Team, including [Redacted], [Redacted], and [Redacted]. They discuss the origins of the Book Funnel support system, the importance of reader support, and share valuable tips for authors on how to effectively utilize the service. The team als…

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Dictation & Overcoming Critical Voice with Christopher Downing, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 14 1:27:28

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In this episode of the Book Funnel Podcast, Coach Chris shares insights on the importance of coaching in writing, the practice of narration without expectation, and overcoming the initial hurdles of dictation. The conversation delves into effective writing tips, the role of technology, and the significance of outlining. Chris emphasizes the need to…

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Indie Focused Brick and Mortar, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 13 1:41:25

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Join us for an insightful episode of The Book Funnel Podcast as we sit down with author and illustrator Donovan Scherer, owner of Studio Moonfall. Discover the unique journey of how Donovan transformed his passion for graphic design into a thriving independent bookstore in Kenosha, Wisconsin. From local events and merchandising tips to leveraging I…

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Kickstarter Success: Crowdfund Like a Rockstar with Kevin J Anderson, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 12 1:07:19

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In this episode of the Book Funnel podcast, host Jack Shilkaitis hands over the reins to Damon Courtney and special guest Kevin J. Anderson, a bestselling author and indie publisher. They discuss Kevin's journey through traditional and self-publishing, the establishment of WordFire Press, and the importance of building a direct relationship with re…

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In-Person Direct Sales at Conventions with Jason & Leah Bond, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 11 1:47:06

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In this episode of the Book Funnel podcast, host Jack Shilkaitis and co-hosts Emma Alisyn and Kelli Tanzi welcome guests Jason and Leah Bond. The conversation covers various aspects of the writing and self-publishing journey, including creative processes, tips for engaging with readers, and the unique approach of in-person direct sales at events. T…

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Direct Sales in Self-Publishing with Katie Cross, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 10 1:46:59

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Jack, Kelli, and Emma spend time with friend of the pod, Katie Cross! This wide ranging conversation dives into the business of direct sales, building a community of readers, crowdfunding, and Katie's writing process. [Katie Cross's Bookstore] https://katiecrossbooks.com/ Sign-up for Upcoming BookFunnel Webinars https://calendly.com/jack_bookfunnel…

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Monetization Beyond the Book with Kae Wagner, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 9 1:37:24

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In this episode of the Book Funnel podcast, hosts Jack Shilkaitis, Kelli Tanzi, and Emma Alisyn welcome guest Kay Wagner, an award-winning author. The conversation covers various aspects of writing, including current projects, character development, and the importance of improvisation in enhancing creativity. The hosts share their personal writing …

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AutoCrit & Your Writing Process with Bekah Brinkmeier, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 8 1:45:26

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Jack, Emma, and Kelli talk with Bekah Brinkmeier about writing, ghostwriting, getting beta readers and good feedback, and her process for writing. The team ends up adopting one of her key habits to write more. They wrap up with a discussion on AutoCrit and how it empowers authors. Learn more about AutoCrit and their tools to help you plan, write, a…

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Writing to Market with Adam Stemple of WrittenWell.com, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 7 1:39:20

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Jack, Emma, and Kelli sit down with Adam Stemple of WrittenWell.com to discuss the craft of writing, editing, the author's journey, and industry tips. Save on WrittenWell.com with discount code: BOOKFUNNELPOD Get access to WrittenWell's Courses, Genre Guides, and Community for $14.49/mo or $120/year. Sign up at https://writtenwell.com/ Adam Stemple…

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Facebook Ads for Authors in 2025 with Mal Cooper, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 6 1:29:45

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The team sits down with Mal Cooper and gets into the details on successful marketing for self-published authors using Facebook ads. Mal's course on Facebook ads is well-known by the indie author community and she dispenses a lot of great advice with us in this episode. More about Malorie Cooper Facebook Ads & Marketing: https://storytellerlab.net M…

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Author Nation 2024 Recap with The BookFunnel Team, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode isode 5 47:29

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The team recaps the first ever Author Nation conference for self-published authors, which took over for the 20Books Vegas conference. Check out our library of webinars and sign-up for upcoming live events at BookFunnel.com/videos Questions? We can help! Contact [email protected] by email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can with an answ…

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TikTok for Authors with Kate Hall, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 4 1:56:23

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In this episode of the BookFunnel Podcast we sit down for a chat with Kate Hall to discuss TikTok for authors. Kate has courses for authors on a variety of topics, including using TikTok as a marketing tool. We get into the nitty gritty here, so make sure you watch the full episode as there are lots of little gems along the way! This episode was re…

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Getting More Reviews on Amazon with Patsy Collins, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 3 1:06:12

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Join Jack, Kelli, and Emma as they discuss how to get more Amazon reviews with Patsy Collins. Learn more about Patsy Collins: (Website) https://patsycollins.uk (Amazon Author Page) https://www.amazon.com/stores/Patsy-Collins/author/B004O08LRQ?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2&qid=1730514596&sr=8-2&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true (Little Mallow…

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The Importance of a Publishing Plan with Andrew Warren, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 2 1:56:23

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In this episode of the BookFunnel Podcast, hosts Jack Shilkaitis, Kelli Tanzi, Emma Alisyn, and special guest Andrew Warren dive deep into the key strategies for building a sustainable author career. We'll discuss publishing plans, finding the right genre, and the importance of reader alignment. Whether you're just starting out or are an experience…

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The 80/20 Rule for Authors, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 1 1:57:15

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In our debut episode of the BookFunnel Podcast, hosts Jack Shilkaitis, Kelli Tanzi, and Emma Alisyn dive into the world of self-publishing, offering advice and insights for authors at every stage of their career. We talk about how this podcast came to be and share some tips on overcoming writing struggles. Whether you're an aspiring author, a self-…