Growing a solo service business is tough. It’s even harder when you’re bombarded with BS advice that steers you away from your values and why you started your business in the first place. This is the podcast for solo creatives and consultants who want to remain as a team of one and have zero interest in the hustle and grind of typical business teachings. Most podcasts for solopreneurs and freelancers, hosted by out-of-touch celebrity entrepreneurs who haven't offered one-to-one services in y ...
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The Freelancer's Teabreak is the short and sweet podcast you can enjoy while you make a cuppa, full of tips, tricks and advice for freelancers.
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The Familiar is an anthology audio fiction podcast series. In each story, our narrator - Leo136 - tells a tale that at first listen seems expected, yet is anything but. From science fiction to fantasy, history to horror, The Familiar reveals the unfamiliar in the everyday. A Fox and Wolf Production created by Maggie Sulc and Sadie Johnston.
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Jan-Carol Publishing, a small book press, brings book publishing tips, changes in the book publishing industry, introduction to authors, books, and working behind the scenes in the book publishing industry. Listen, learn, and enjoy the interviews with different authors.
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Welcome to Mompreneur Mastery, the podcast that helps you create a content strategy that sells, without spending all day online or relying on pressure tactics that don’t sit right. You don’t need to post every day, learn a dozen platforms, or chase vanity metrics while creating content that feels nothing like you. What you do need is a real marketing strategy andclear messaging that meets people where they’re at, not where some bro-marketer says they should be. That’s the secret to convertin ...
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The Brassy Broadcast is an exploration of ways we create, engage, and communicate more effectively using the technology, social media, and platforms available to us. We're living through a revolution in how content is created. AI tools can now help with every aspect of content creation - from ideation to research, copywriting, editing, creating graphics, and beyond. These tools can save you hours of work and help you produce more polished content than ever before, but there's a darkside to t ...
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The Online Creator podcast, hosted by Kim Tradewell, founder of the creative digital company May and James co., is home for the entrepreneur. This podcast was created to amplify voices, share wisdom and knowledge from innovators and creators. Expect to hear workshop-style calls and honest conversations from a wide range of guest speakers. You will find the right mix of clarity, community and inspiration to encourage growth, find your confidence and open the door to endless possibilities in y ...
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Empower Your Solo Journey with Expert Insights and Supportive Community Being a solopreneur doesn't mean you're alone! Welcome to Showing Up Solo, where we believe in the power of shared knowledge to fuel your solo success. As a community of passionate solopreneurs, we're here to guide you through every step of your marketing journey. Tune in every other Wednesday for easy-to-implement advice, enlightening conversations with guest experts, and yes, plenty of food analogies to make learning e ...
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We all know how difficult it can be to resist the temptation of endless social media scrolling. And as an entrepreneur, it's even more challenging when you're trying to build your brand online. But what if you could turn your everyday scrolling into a mindful and intentional brand-building superpower? Your host, Laura Bitoiu, will tell you exactly how to do it! Laura is a social media marketing expert with over eight years of experience working with hundreds of business owners and running he ...
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The Offer Suite Reset: What You Think You Need vs. What Actually Works with Maggie Patterson
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34:39Courses, VIP days, retainers, digital products- oh my! If your offer suite feels more like a jigsaw puzzle than a business strategy, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Maggie Patterson, creator of BS-Free Business®, author of Staying Solo®, and host of three podcasts, to talk about what service providers really need in their offer suite to buil…
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Send us a text 9-05-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Celebrating 100 Episodes of Bookmarked! This week, Allison and Draco celebrate the exciting milestone of publishing 100 episodes of Bookmarked by discussing their favorite episodes throughout the years. They also preview JCP's upcoming first issue of Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing. Chapter Markers Jan…
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Fresh Start Freelance Wk 1: Check Your Offers and Services
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8:48Feeling frustrated with freelancing this year? You’re not alone. This September in The Freelancers Tea Break, we’re talking about how to refresh your services so they actually fit today’s market and still keep you ahead of the AI curve. We’ll cover how to spot what’s still selling, what’s been swallowed up by tech, and how to repackage your skills …
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The Sustainability Ceiling: Why You’re Stuck (Even With Clients)
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13:39From the outside, your business looks great, but inside, you’re barely hanging on. You’re booked, making good money, and clients are happy… but you’re exhausted, skipping lunch, and running on fumes. That’s what I call the sustainability ceiling—when your business works, but only if you’re at 100% all the time. In this episode, we’re digging into w…
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4 Types of Instagram Posts Your Business Should Never Share
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31:29This episode is my version of a “can I be mean for a sec?” text. I’m sharing the types of Instagram posts that might look like a win because the algorithm loves them… but in reality, they can hurt your business, alienate your audience, and leave you wondering why the likes aren’t turning into sales. Inside the episode, you’ll hear: The 4 types of p…
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Interview with Mary Ellen Miller, Author of "Fill the Dam Thing Up!"
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27:19Send us a text 8-29-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Interview with Mary Ellen Miller, Author of "Fill the Dam Thing Up!" This week, Draco interviews author Mary Ellen Miller about her book, Fill the Dam Thing Up!: Building Connections: Communicating Throughout the Lifecycle of Infrastructure Projects. You can find the link to Mary Ellen's book below, and b…
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AI can be really useful for freeing up time as a business owner. But one thing it is taking away is our creativity, whether that’s in creating content and copy, or brainstorming. And losing creativity can really take the joy out of things Want help brainstorming how you can use AI without losing the sparkle? My coaching packages include Voxer suppo…
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The Real Life Rule: Stop Building for a Fantasy Version of You
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12:50Most business advice assumes you’ve got unlimited time, energy, and support. But what if you’re juggling caregiving, chronic illness, parenting—or just the reality of being human? If your business looks good on paper but feels hard to run, this episode is for you. We’re digging into The Real Life Rule—the mindset shift every solo service provider n…
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Using Pinterest for Long-Term Visibility with Elaine Timms
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22:57If you’ve ever felt like your content disappears faster than your kid’s snack stash, you’re not wrong. Instagram is amazing for connection (and I’ll always love it for that), but when it comes to longevity? It’s like building a sandcastle at high tide. Pretty… but gone in hours. That’s exactly why I brought on Elaine Timms, Pinterest strategist and…
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Interview with Mary Woodside, Writer and Historian Featured in "These Haunted Hills: Book 7"
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17:44Send us a text 8-22-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Interview with Mary Woodside, Writer and Historian Featured in "These Haunted Hills: Book 7" This week, Allison interviews Mary Woodside, a talented writer and historian who is featured in Jan-Carol Publishing's These Haunted Hills: Book 7. If you want to connect with Mary and chat about her stories, you …
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What I’d Do Differently If I Started Freelancing Today
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9:07Looking back, I’d absolutely still go freelance — but there are some things I wouldn’t do again. Today I talk about what I’d do differently with what I know now. If you’re starting out (or re-starting), check out my 30 Days To Go Freelance Kit – it’s got everything I wish I’d had: https://freelancelifestyle.podia.com/30-days-to-go-freelance 00:00 W…
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The Reset Era: The Plan You Need for 2025 and Beyond
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12:41Let’s be honest, 2025 has been tough. In many cases, business feels heavier. Clients are cautious. Leads are slower. And what used to work? It’s not always landing like it used to. If you’ve been wondering, “Is it just me?”—it’s not. In this episode, I’m sharing why you may need to reset for the world we’re living in now. Topics discussed in this e…
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What’s Working on Instagram Halfway Through 2025
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13:02I remember when two reels with trending audio could reach thousands and fill a program with a couple hundred followers. That was a season. Today, a reel can still land, but buyers take a lap. They follow for a bit, read your emails, listen to your podcast, maybe skim a blog, and only then feel confident enough to say yes. That is not a problem to f…
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Recap of "These Haunted Hills" Over the Years, Plus Several Spooky Readings
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22:39Send us a text 8-15-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Recap of "These Haunted Hills" Over the Years, Plus Several Spooky Readings This week, Allison and Draco recap the seven installments of Jan-Carol Publishing's fall-themed short story collection, These Haunted Hills. They also read from several of the spooky short stories featured in the series. You can f…
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What to Do When You’ve Lost Motivation in Your Freelance Business
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8:36Lost your spark? You’re not broken. Freelance motivation dips are normal — especially in summer. Here’s what I do when the fire fizzles out. I talk about this loads inside the Freelance Business Lounge — come join us if you need motivation, accountability or a boost. In this episode of The Freelancers Tea Break podcast, Emma Cossey, a UK-based free…
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200: How to Use AI Strategically for Branding and Copywriting with Erin Ollila
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43:00How can business owners use AI in copywriting, branding, and content creation and still maintain their voice and originality? AI is shaking things up in podcasting and content creation in ways that both fascinate and freak me out. I know many of you, small business owners and creative service providers, feel the same. That’s why I brought Erin Olli…
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Reading "Some Jeeps" by Jon Arnold, Plus New Submission Opportunities for "Tapestry Journal"
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17:51Send us a text 8-08-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Reading "Some Jeeps" by Jon Arnold, Plus New Submission Opportunities for "Tapestry Journal" This week, Allison and Draco read a new children's book, Some Jeeps, by Jon Arnold. Plus, they announce some brand-new submission opportunities for Tapestry Journal's upcoming September issue. Check out Some Jeeps…
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The Easiest Way to Raise Your Rates Without Losing Clients
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5:40Worried you’ll scare off clients if you raise your rates? You’re not alone — but there’s a simple shift that makes it way less scary. If this made you think ‘I should really do this’ — I’ve got templates in my Tricky Client Conversations Toolkit: https://freelancelifestyle.podia.com/the-tricky-client-emergency-toolkit 00:00 Introduction to Freelanc…
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Instagram Marketing Not Working? Here’s Why Your Content Isn’t Converting (And What to Do Instead)
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8:13If you’ve been posting consistently and still hearing crickets... it’s not you. In this episode, I’m digging into why more content doesn’t automatically mean more sales—and what actually does. Spoiler: it’s not the hook, the trending audio, or the pretty Canva template. It’s your messaging and strategy. We’re talking about: Why Instagram content is…
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Interview with Jessica Brimer, Author of "Messy Bookshop Mysteries"
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22:02Send us a text 8-01-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Interview with Jessica Brimer, Author of "Messy Bookshop Mysteries" This week, Allison interviews a returning guest, mystery author Jessica Brimer. Jessica is behind the best-selling series Messy Bookshop Mysteries, and she has also been featured in several installments of Jan-Carol Publishing's Halloween…
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5 Ways to Find Clients in August (Even When Everyone’s on Holiday)
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7:00August can feel like tumbleweed season for freelancers… but there are clients out there. Here are 5 quick ways to find them without spamming LinkedIn. Need help getting visible? Check out my Finding Clients bundle: https://freelancelifestyle.co.uk/5-ways-to-find-your-next-client/ 00:00 Introduction to the Freelancers Tea Book 00:27 Challenges of Fi…
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Why Instagram Feels Off Lately (And What I’m Doing Instead for Sustainable Sales)
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12:14If Instagram has started to feel louder, harder, and way less effective lately—you’re not making it up. The algorithm keeps shifting, everyone sounds the same, and the pressure to keep up is real (especially if you're a mom trying to grow a business between summer chaos and snack refills). In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on: The real …
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Interview with George Bove, Author of "The Little Orange T" and "Rocky's Top Tennessee Wish"
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29:18Send us a text 7-25-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Interview with George Bove, Author of "The Little Orange T" and "Rocky's Top Tennessee Wish" This week, Draco interviews children's book author George Bove about his series, The Little Orange T, as well as his upcoming release, Rocky's Top Tennessee Wish. Check out George's first two books at the links be…
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Navigating Freelancing in Uncertain Times: Connection, AI, and Adaptation In this episode of Freelancer's Teabreak podcast, Emma Cossey, a coach for freelancers, discusses the current complex landscape for freelancers and small business owners in the UK. She touches on the impact of AI, the shift from educational to storytelling content, and the im…
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Email Automations That Sell While You Mom with Emilee Lopez
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45:08Tired of sending emails that go nowhere while your toddler dumps out a box of cereal in the background? This episode is your permission slip to stop overthinking your email strategy and finally let your systems do the heavy lifting. Today, I’m chatting with Emilee Lopez, email tech and automation expert (and mom of three under five), about how to m…
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Announcing "Tapestry Journal," Our New Literary Magazine!
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18:42Send us a text 7-18-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Announcing "Tapestry Journal," Our New Literary Magazine! This week, we are talking all about our new literary magazine, Tapestry Journal: Indie Publishing. We are so excited to finally give some details about our upcoming project! The first issue will come out in September, and there are lots of submissi…
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In this episode of Freelancers Teabreak, discover practical tips for preparing your freelance business for the summer holidays. Learn how to batch content, boost sales in July, manage childcare costs, and communicate effectively with clients to enjoy a more relaxed and flexible August. Perfect for freelancers looking to balance work and downtime wh…
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What To Do When Your Instagram Posts Aren’t Getting Clients
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12:58You’re doing the most and you deserve more than content that goes nowhere. In this episode, we’re talking about what to do when your Instagram content isn’t converting, why trends won’t magically bring clients, and what you actually need instead: a real plan that works for your offers, your people, and your life. If your content isn’t pulling its w…
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Special Summerween Reading of "Trick-or-Treat, Noodle" by Monica Riley Kohler
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15:32Send us a text 7-11-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Special Summerween Reading of "Trick-or-Treat, Noodle" by Monica Riley Kohler This week, we have a special episode in honor of Summerween! Allison and Draco read Trick-or-Treat, Noodle, a children's book by Monica Riley Kohler and illustrated by Deborah Riley Bocklage. Monica and Deborah are a niece and a…
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Understanding Amber Flags: Navigate Freelancing with Confidence
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10:44Welcome to The Freelancers Teabreak with Emma Cossey! In this episode, Emma explores the concept of 'amber flags' for freelancers. Distinct from red and green flags, amber flags signal uncertain potential in clients that could swing either way depending on the freelancer's response. Emma shares practical examples of amber flags such as clients seek…
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How a Mom of 4 Built a Nationwide Business During Nap Time with Kelsey Cook
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27:43This episode? I’m obsessed. Kelsey Cook is a certified teacher, entrepreneur, and mom of four who built a nationwide subscription box business that now ships over 14,000 boxes a month. And she started it while raising her kids and running a preschool... all during nap time. In this episode, we talk about what it really looks like to start a busines…
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Discussing Dr. Guy V. Briggs' Book, "Favorite Song Journeys: What Your Treasured Songs Can Do For You!"
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22:12Send us a text 7-04-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Discussing Dr. Guy V. Briggs' Book, "Favorite Song Journeys: What Your Treasured Songs Can Do For You!" This week, Allison and Draco discuss author Dr. Guy V. Briggs and his book, Favorite Song Journeys: What Your Treasured Songs Can Do For You! You can order Dr. Briggs' book at the link below! Chapter Ma…
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You Don't Have To Scale! With Maggie Patterson
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36:23Navigating Solo Entrepreneurship with Maggie Patterson In this episode of The Freelance Teabreak, host Emma Cossey is joined by Maggie Patterson to discuss the challenges and benefits of running a solo business. Maggie, the founder of BS Free Business and author of 'Staying Solo', shares her extensive experience from over 20 years in freelancing. T…
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The Branding Shift To Take Your Offer from Meh to Must-Have with Aiza Cheung
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31:08Feel like your signature offer is solid but still getting passed over? You’re not alone—and it’s probably not your price or content. It might be your branding. In this episode, I sit down with Aiza Cheung, aka The Brand Chef, to talk about offer branding and how giving your signature offer its own identity can turn “meh” into must-have. She breaks …
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Interview with Jon Arnold, New Author of Children's Book "Some Jeeps"
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16:15Send us a text 6-27-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Interview with Jon Arnold, New Author of Children's Book "Some Jeeps" This week, Draco interviews brand-new author Jon Arnold. Jon's children's book, Some Jeeps, is an entertaining read that teaches kids all about Jeeps. Jon's book is available to pre-order through his website, somejeeps.com. You can also…
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Three tools to make SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) for freelancers
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5:43In this episode of The Freelancers Tea Break, we delve into the importance of having standard operating procedures (SOPs) in your freelance business. We discuss what SOPs are, why you need them, and introduce three powerful tools – Notion, Loom, and Scribe – to help you create, store, and share your SOPs efficiently. Tune in to learn how to streaml…
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How to Get Instagram Followers that Actually Buy
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19:43We are not here for random followers, supportive neighbors, or your mom’s coworkers liking your Reels. We are here for buyers. In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly how I use Trial Reels to attract the right followers—aka people who turn into paying clients. Not eventually. Not someday. Within a week. I’ve been testing this for months, a…
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Special Reading of "Misty, The Lonely Mermaid" by JeanAnn Taylor
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31:39Send us a text 6-20-25 Bookmarked, Season 4 Special Reading of "Misty, The Lonely Mermaid" by JeanAnn Taylor This week is a very special episode! Allison and Draco read Misty, The Lonely Mermaid, a chapter book from JeanAnn Taylor. To find the link to this book and buy it for yourself, see below! This is a wonderful chapter book with beautiful illu…
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Get Ready for National Freelancers Day | Special Offers and Events In this quick episode of The Freelancers Tea Break, I announce the upcoming National Freelancers Day on June 17th and shares exciting news for freelancers. Listeners can enjoy 20% off on various freelancing courses, including '30 Days to Go Freelance' and 'How to Find Clients.' The …
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