Best Betsy Aimee Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 143: From Starbucks Barista to Thriller Novelist with Julie Doar 36:10

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! A single question on a cold Hudson Valley walk: What if there’s a body in that hunter’s tent? sparked the debut thriller The Gallagher Place by Julie Doar. In this episode, we chat about how she wrote the first draft by instinct, then shifted gears into precision: charting dates, timelin…

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Ep 142: Writing, Endings & Publishing Myths with Novelist Turner Gable Kahn 39:58

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! What happens when a traditionally published debut novel suddenly appears on Kindle Unlimited while still showing wide? That unexpected twist opens into a bigger conversation about publishing decisions (and what’s actually within an author’s control). In this episode, Turner Gable Kahn, a…

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Ep 141: From Fantasy to Memoir with Betsy Cornwell 40:45

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Maid meets Under the Tuscan Sun! Betsy Cornwell built her career writing young adult fantasy, but her newest book tells an entirely different story. In this episode, Betsy opens up about her memoir, Ring of Salt, which chronicles her escape from an abusive marriage and her creation of a …

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Ep 140: Writing Tips from Bestselling Author Jane Hamilton 43:15

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Most authors have as big a stack (if not bigger) of abandoned drafts as they do books that actually make it into the world. Jane Hamilton—bestselling author of The Book of Ruth and A Map of the World and two-time Oprah Book Club pick—is refreshingly open about that reality. Her newest no…

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Ep 139: How Indie Authors Can Shield Their Book from Copyright Infringement 28:09

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Copyright. Piracy. LibGen. AI scraping. If just reading that list makes you want to hide under your desk with a bottle of...something...you’re not alone. Indie authors are being forced to navigate a landscape that feels murkier by the day, and most of us didn’t exactly sign up to become …

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Ep 138: How to Choose Best Kindle Keywords for Your Book (Guide for Indie Authors) (2025) 31:55

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! There are more than 42 million books on Amazon right now. So how in the world do you help your book stand out? One word: keywords. Think of keywords as Amazon’s GPS. They tell the algorithm exactly where your book belongs and who should see it. However, Amazon only gives you seven keywor…

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Ep 137: Amazon Ads for Authors Made Simple - FAQs 36:05

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Amazon ads don’t have to be complicated (or eat up your entire marketing budget) to actually sell books. In this episode, I’m sharing my approach to making Amazon ads simple(r) without endless spreadsheets, confusing dashboards, or the kind of budget that makes you wonder if you should’v…

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Ep 136: Writing a Novel While Raising Kids with Jill Beissel 30:31

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Writers dream of the day they’ll hold their finished book, but few warn you about how intense the editing phase can be. In this episode, debut novelist Jill Beissel gets real about the messy, magical process of turning a rough draft into a polished novel readers will love. Jill’s upcomin…

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Ep 135: Q&A: Kirkus Reviews, Writing with AI, and Bestseller Status 23:23

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Ever feel like everyone has some secret book marketing hack? Most of those “shortcuts” are just expensive detours. In this episode, I’m calling out three distractions that keep indie authors spinning their wheels. First up: Kirkus Reviews. Are they legit? Yes. Are they worth the price fo…

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Ep 134: Crafting Complex Narratives with Lauren Oliver 30:05

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! If you’re the kind of person who devours psychological thrillers but also wants to be emotionally sucker-punched (in the best way), Lauren Oliver’s What Happened to Lucy Vale needs to be on your radar. In this episode, Lauren takes us behind the scenes of what might be her most structura…

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Ep 133: Living Proof with Tiffany Graham Charkosky 36:06

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! In this episode, I sit down with Tiffany Graham Charkosky to talk about her forthcoming memoir, Living Proof (October 21, Little A), a book written and shaped over years of writing and rewriting. At just 11 years old, Tiffany lost her mother. For decades, she believed it was an unexplain…

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Ep 132: What Nobody Tells You About Making Your Book "Take Off" 23:10

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! If you’ve been chasing the magical marketing strategy that will finally make your book “take off,” welcome to the club. In this episode, I’m addressing the question nearly every author eventually asks: What does it actually take to make a book successful? Spoiler: there’s no guaranteed f…

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Ep 131: The Paper Palace and Beyond with Miranda Cowley Heller 55:37

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Miranda Cowley Heller's father was a book editor; her grandfather edited Jack Kerouac and was friends with Hemingway. That legacy, while inspiring, left her frozen when it came to pursuing her own writing. Instead, she built a thriving career in publishing and TV, eventually heading up d…

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Ep 130: When Fiction Meets AI with Lori Gold 46:13

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Author Lori Gold is pulling back the curtain on publishing, in both this interview and her newest novel, Romantic Friction. INSIDE THE EPISODE • Yet another reason bestseller lists aren’t what you think (I didn't know this until I read her book!) • A great tip for handing reviews without…

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Ep 129: From LinkedIn to Penguin Random House with Gigi Robinson 36:51

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! What started as sharing her story online about living with chronic illness turned into a book deal with Penguin Random House. In this episode, Gigi Robinson shares how she leveraged consistency, relationships, and a clear vision to go from content creator to published author. Here’s what…

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Ep 128: Book Publicity with Emily Florence 1:02:32

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! This week, I’m joined by publicist Emily Florence, and we’re talking about how to set publicity goals before you start chasing them, why a Today Show appearance might not sell nearly as many books as you think, and how to make your marketing feel less like shouting into the void and more…

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Ep 127: On Writing...Everything, with Melissa de la Cruz 42:48

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Bestselling author Melissa de la Cruz has published nearly 80 books (yes, 80), and in this episode, she shares what it really takes to build and sustain a long-term writing career. From surviving the shifting tides of publishing to protecting what gets you "in the mood" to write, she sha…

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Ep 126: Murder on the Page with N.L. Blandford 43:57

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Thriller author N.L. Blandford isn't afraid to go dark—like, murder scene dark—and she absolutely loves it. In this episode, she talks about writing gritty thrillers with complex villains you’ll root for and recoil from. Natasha never planned to become an author. She just wanted to cross…

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Ep 125: The Business of Being a Writer with Jane Friedman 56:10

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! In this no-fluff episode, publishing powerhouse Jane Friedman speaks to the aspects of writing and publishing that every aspiring author needs to hear about. WE'RE TALKING ABOUT: The myth of the full-time writer dream—and why your day job might be your secret weapon How to build an autho…

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Ep 124: From Attorney to Romance Author with Audrey Ingram 45:58

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! In this episode, author Audrey Ingram spills the tea on what inspired her newest novel, The Summer We Ran (coming June 3, 2025). Think: teenage love, political ambition, and a dual-timeline structure that spans 25 years and manages to hit you right in the gut and makes you think. We also…

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Ep 123: Reality TV and Romance with Neely Tubati-Alexander 44:53

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! She’s back! One of my all-time favorite guests, Neely Tubati-Alexander, returns to talk about her third novel, Courtroom Drama. As always, she brings a refreshing, no-nonsense take on staying creative and productive in the unpredictable world of publishing. INSIDE THE EPISODE 📚 Why Neely…

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Ep 122: From Nanny Diaries to The Best We Could Hope For, A Conversation with Nicola Kraus 50:30

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! What happens when your first novel becomes a global sensation, and your next one takes nearly a decade? In this episode, bestselling author Nicola Kraus (of The Nanny Diaries fame) gets delightfully honest about what it really takes to write, edit, and publish a book in today’s ever-shif…

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Ep 121: Lights, Camera, Book Launch with Noël Stark 48:05

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! This week, I sat down with debut author Noël Stark, who went from wrangling chaos behind the scenes in the TV and film world to wrangling words on the page, often in 15-minute bursts. Her novel, Love Camera Action, flips the script on Hollywood romance by spotlighting the crew, not the s…

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Ep 120: Writing a Novel (While Your House Falls Apart) with A. Morini 50:03

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! What do a flooded house, a nine-month (and still going) renovation, and a debut novel have in common? Angelika Morini. In this episode, Angelika shares what it actually looked like to finish her first novel, Do You See Me Now?—while living in chaos (read: house stripped to the studs). We…

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Ep 119: Inside Hybrid Publishing with Naren Aryal 49:23

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! You’ve probably heard the phrase “your book is your business card.” While it sounds cute for a Canva graphic, it totally downplays the blood, sweat, and editing tears that go into creating a book that actually matters. We’re not here for books that gather dust—we’re here for books that m…

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Ep 118: Jordan Roter on her Journey From TV Writer to Novelist 1:14:05

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Have you ever sat through a back-to-school night and thought, Wow, this could be a novel? Jordan Roter did—and then she actually wrote it. Moms Like Us (coming May 2025 from Little A) hilariously unpacks the cutthroat social hierarchy of LA moms, complete with all the messy, cringey, and…

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Ep 117: Unconventional Ways to Promote Your Book (Without Breaking the Bank) 28:28

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Ever walked past one of those cute Little Free Libraries and thought, Wonder if I could sneak my book in there? Spoiler alert: you totally can. And that’s just one of the brilliantly simple, low-cost book marketing strategies I dish out in this episode—ideas so simple many authors never …

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Ep 116: Beta Readers, Plot Twists, and Audiobook Magic with Nanda Reddy 52:48

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! This week, I had a really fun conversation with Nanda Reddy about her journey from "secret writer" to novelist (her debut novel, A Girl Within a Girl Within a Girl, just hit the USA Today bestseller list!). Inside this Episode: Writing without being "formally trained" (read: no MFA) and …

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Ep 115: The Tortoise Strategy-How Slow and Steady Wins the Publishing Race 27:22

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Publishing a book requires long-term strategy, patience, and flexibility, not magic bullets or gimmicky shortcuts. The long game is the shortcut when it comes to building a sustainable author career. In this episode, I answer some of the questions that have come my way recently via email…

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Ep 114: Getting Amazon Reviews That Sell More Books (The No-Cringe Guide) 37:51

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! If the thought of asking for Amazon reviews makes you break out in hives, you’re not alone. But here’s the truth: reviews are gold for indie authors. They help boost visibility, credibility, and—most importantly—book sales. The good news? You don’t have to beg, bribe, or feel weird about…

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Ep 113: Amazon Book Sales: What’s Working (and What’s Not) with Dave Chesson 1:08:13

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Keywords: they either fascinate you or they're the bane of your existence. For me, it's the second. Which is why I'm so excited to bring you this episode of the Write the Damn Book Already podcast with guest Dave Chesson, founder of Kindlepreneur, where we do an in-depth exploration of t…

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Ep 112: Keyword Tips for Getting More Amazon Book Sales 30:25

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! One can easily overlook that little piece of the Amazon upload process where you specify 7 keywords related to your title. After all, who wants to filter through the millions of options to find 7 that are most likely to ensure your book is seen by the readers actively looking for it? It …

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Ep 111: Behind the Scenes of Hybrid Publishing 26:01

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Navigating hybrid publishing can feel overwhelming, but understanding the unique way it helps indie authors grow their author career helps authors make informed decisions. This episode covers fundamentals of hybrid publishing, identifies potential red flags, and highlights critical quest…

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Ep 110: ISBN Essentials for Indie Authors 28:16

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! This episode explores the critical role ISBNs play in the self-publishing journey. It's not the most glamorous part of publishing, but understanding the role of the ISBN is critical when it comes to managing book sales and metadata ownership. Topics covered: • The importance of ISBNs for…

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EP 109: From TV Writer to Author with Michael Jamin 51:45

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! What happens when a seasoned television writer known for his work on irreverent comedies such as Beavis & Butthead, Just Shoot Me, and King of the Hill takes a leap into the author world? In this episode, Michael Jamin reveals the more personal and vulnerable side of his writing through …

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Ep 108: Passionately Crafting Memoir and Nonfiction with Patti Hall 1:03:24

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Have you ever imagined trading a stable career for the unpredictability of writing and publishing? That's exactly what Patti Hall did, transitioning from urban design to becoming a full-time writer and publishing strategist. Patti and I dive deep into the kind of personal transformation …

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Ep 107: Author Marketing Strategies with Jenn Hanson-dePaula 1:10:04

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! In this episode, I speak with the legendary Jenn Hanson-dePaula about strategies authors are using today to promote their books. Learn how to create content that resonates with your target readers and get greater clarity on the vital role of empathy in crafting messages that engage reade…

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Ep 106: Writing Rom-Coms with Jane Costello 54:57

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! An episode that celebrates the joys of writing and never-ending search for inspiration, this laughter-filled chat with the incredibly witty Jane Costello, bestselling author of romantic comedies and women's fiction, also features the prep for the release of her upcoming novel (her fiftee…

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Ep 105: Book Events (that Actually Sell Books) with Traci Thomas 1:01:58

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Want the insider secrets to creating book events that actually sell books and build superfans? This episode is your masterclass! I'm joined by the absolutely magnetic Traci Thomas, host of The Stacks podcast and literary event connoisseur, for a conversation that's packed with actionable…

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Ep 104: Writing Personal Essays with Amy Wilson 51:25

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Amy Wilson, the brilliant co-host of the "What Fresh Hell" podcast and author of Happy to Help: Adventures of a People Pleaser (Jan 2025, Zibby Books), joined me for a fabulous conversation about owning your story through writing. We dive right into the real stuff—like what it’s actually…

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Ep 103: Memoir Writing with Sarah Gormley 51:23

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! What if you could transform a lived experience into a compelling narrative that reads like fiction? In this episode, I chat with the talented Sarah Gormley, author of The Order of Things. In a candid discussion about "memoir plus," we explore how memoir can deliver powerful messages whil…

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Ep 102: Literary Suspense with Sarah Sawyer 42:08

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! From writing the first chapter of The Undercurrent (Zibby Books, Oct 2024) as a standalone piece to fleshing out a full literary suspense novel I can’t put down, Sarah Sawyer has quickly become one of my new favorite authors. In this episode of Write the Damn Book Already, we discussed: …

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Ep 101: Amazon Ads for Authors 25:54

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Amazon ads are one of my favorite tools for indie authors to boost book sales and visibility, but they can feel so complicated that it's easy to avoid using them. I'm sharing key insights from my 12-week "experiment" with a new campaign for my book, Write the Damn Book Already, including…

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Ep 100: Navigating the Publishing Industry with Megan Tady 52:30

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Megan Tady's second novel, Bluebird Day, launches on Dec. 3, 2024 (pre-order now!) In her second appearance on the podcast, we had the most wonderful chat about: How book launching is like a salmon run (it's such a great analogy). Strategies for best working with an editor while writing …

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Ep 99: The Novel AFTER a Bestseller, with Emma Grey 46:49

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Emma Grey is the Australian author of the international bestseller, THE LAST LOVE NOTE, which was both a Book of the Month and Target Book Club pick, and was praised in Oprah Daily as “relatable, hilarious and charming". She’s back this November with her new novel, PICTURES OF YOU — a su…

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Ep 98: Wide vs. Amazon Exclusive: Understanding eBook Distribution Strategies 22:56

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! In this episode, we explore the critical decision of whether to distribute your ebook "wide"—across multiple platforms—or stay exclusive to Amazon through their KDP Select program. Going wide means your ebook is available on platforms beyond Amazon, such as Kobo or Google Play, giving yo…

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Ep 97: Offering Pre-Orders as a Self-Published Author 28:49

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Until somewhat recently, streamlined pre-orders were only possible for traditionally published authors. Now, indie authors can also benefit from pre-orders as well, helping them with: Building Excitement and Engagement: Pre-orders allow authors to generate buzz and excitement around thei…

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Ep 96: How to (Easily) Form a Publishing House 23:16

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Many indie authors find the idea of creating a publishing house overwhelming. But with the right steps, it becomes both manageable and highly beneficial. Here’s why setting up a publishing house is essential and how to do it. First, it’s crucial to understand that forming a publishing ho…

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Ep 95: Conquering Nonfiction and Memoir Chaos 37:29

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! 🎙️ Feeling Overwhelmed Writing Your Nonfiction or Memoir? This Episode is For You! Do you feel like you have multiple books' worth of material? Are you wrestling with imposter syndrome or struggling to organize a mountain of thoughts? My work with authors typically focuses on two key gen…

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Ep 94: WTH is an ISBN? 21:24

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions! Click here to check out the Publish A Profitable Book / Publish the Damn Book Already course (currently 25% off with code AUTHOR25). Click here to access Kindlepreneur's free barcode generator tool. Understanding the International Standard Book Number (ISBN) is crucial for indie authors.…