Best Lara Figures Podcasts (2024)

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258 Horror, Voice and Co-Writing with an Estate with Daniel Kraus 55:44

14m ago55:44

55:44

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Writing process of co-writing with an estate What the horror genre can uniquely express Common mistakes when writing horror How to deepen theme in your work George A. Romero – the man vs. the director Links I mentioned: Kimberly Grymes 4 Week Story Prep Find out more about Daniel: Pay the Piper danielkra…

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The Black Herron: Episode 24 54:17

3m ago54:17

54:17

Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-four between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode twenty-four. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as litt…

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257 SEO for Authors with Estelle Van de Velde 55:12

1h ago55:12

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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The importance of SEO in an author’s online presence Understanding the intent behind a user’s search Creating SEO-friendly social media captions What keywords are and how to use them Optimising an Amazon book listing for better search visibility Find out more about Estelle: Read SEO for Authors YouTube C…

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256 From Indie to Traditional Publishing with Helen Glynn Jones 56:19

16d ago56:19

56:19

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The journey from indie to trad Tips for pitching and querying Biggest differences between trad and indie publishing Common mistakes when approaching traditional publishing Craft lessons learned from ghostwriting Find out more about Helen: Threads @HelenGlynnJones Instagram @HelenGlynnJones TikTok @heleng…

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255 Thrifty Tips for a 7-Figure Author Business with Vanessa Vale 58:08

1h ago58:08

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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: A "brick-by-brick" strategy for building a 7-figure author career The role consistent output can play in your success Ideas for repurposing intellectual content Developing an author brand that can withstand the whims of the publishing industry Building and maintaining a loyal readership Find out more abo…

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254 Multiple Pathways to Publishing with Emily E K Murdoch 56:59

6d ago56:59

56:59

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Differences between self-publishing, independent publishing, and traditional publishing Publishing across different genres Working with an agent as a self-published author Managing your time and creative energy Advice for diversifying your publishing approaches Find out more about Emily: emilyekmurdoch.c…

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The Black Herron: Episode 23 51:25

12d ago51:25

51:25

Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-three between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode twenty-three. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as li…

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253 Thrillers for Young Adults with Kara A Kennedy 52:50

13d ago52:50

52:50

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Tips for writing toxic characters and dialogue Approaching sensitive topics in a way that is respectful to survivors Checks and considerations when writing about toxic queer relationships Blending supernatural elements into a natural story Finding your target audience as a YA author Find out more about K…

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252 TikTok for Authors in 2024 with Kate Hall 1:02:45

21d ago1:02:45

1:02:45

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What makes TikTok unique Adapting your content to suit TikTok’s short-form video format Finding your target audience on TikTok The importance of consistency for building a following What metrics to track to refine your TikTok strategy Links I mentioned: Order House of Crimson Kisses at books2read.com/cri…

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251 Reels, Marketing, and Social Media for Authors with Lara Ferrari 1:06:08

27d ago1:06:08

1:06:08

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Utilizing Instagram reels as an author Strategies to engage your audience on Instagram What an ‘audio bank’ is and how to build one Using the ‘remix’ feature to expand your reach The importance of consistent posting How to craft a book hook Links I mentioned: Order House of Crimson Kisses at books2read.c…

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250 Finding your Ideal Reader with Sue Campbell 1:02:22

1M ago1:02:22

1:02:22

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The elements of a well-crafted reader persona Using a reader persona to connect with your ideal readers Social media for connecting with ideal readers Incorporating your reader persona into your book marketing strategy Using data to improve book marketing strategies Links I mentioned: Preorder House of C…

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249 - 7 Lessons Learned from Five Years of Writing Full-Time 1:23:01

1M ago1:23:01

1:23:01

In this episode we cover: Income update and breakdown Lesson 1: All in Works for Me Lesson 2: Capitalise if You Can Lesson 3: Visibility is Queen Lesson 4: Boundaries Are Important Lesson 5: Growth is Brilliant and Painful Lesson 6: The Psychology of Money, Success and Winning Lesson 7: No Matter What, This is Always Better Read the full lessons le…

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The Black Herron: Episode 22 53:29

1M ago53:29

53:29

Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-two between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron episode twenty-two. Don’t forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little…

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248 Planning and Writing Series with Inessa Sage 48:10

2M ago48:10

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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: How planning series differs across genres Approaching the overall story arc in a cozy series Tools and techniques to ensure continuity Character development across multiple books Elements for crafting a satisfying series conclusion Marketing to cozy readers Links I mentioned: Preorder House of Crimson Ki…

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247 The Mindset of Balancing Writing and Career with Daphne James Huff 1:01:44

2M ago1:01:44

1:01:44

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Ways an author’s writing career and non-writing career interact Balancing a writing career with other commitments and responsibilities Planning for the kind of life you want Adopting a flexible mindset in your writing career Common misconceptions about writing life Find out more about Daphne: Instagram H…

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246 Book Cover Design for 2024 with Holly Dunn 56:20

3M ago56:20

56:20

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Key elements of a successful book cover design How to know when cover trends are changing in your genre The complete process of creating a book cover How to make your book cover stand out Advice for working with a professional book cover designer Find out more about Holly: hollydunndesign.com Instagram Y…

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245 Brain Science for Story with Lisa Cron 53:48

3M ago53:48

53:48

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: How brains are hardwired to respond to storytelling Using brain science to creative more effective marketing Creating a “story-worthy problem” to engage readers Writing a strong chain of cause and effect Utilizing the concept of a “third rail” scene to increase emotional impact Links I mentioned: Award S…

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The Black Herron: Episode 21 39:02

3M ago39:02

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Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty one between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode twenty one. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little…

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Episode 29- Say hello to Kathryn, aka The Lost Mum Coach, who helps women in all stages of motherhood. 42:08

3M ago42:08

42:08

Join me and Kathryn, The Lost Mum Coach, as we chat about life helping Mums to find themselves again as well as imposter syndrome, self-doubt and failure! You can find Kathryn here: Linkedin Website Stop Imposter Syndrome FREEBIE - Kathryn's book recommendation: The Transformational Coach on Amazon (Affiliate Link) Kathryn's podcast recommendation:…

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244 How to Be a Productive Writer with Kathryn Burnett 1:07:28

3M ago1:07:28

1:07:28

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Myths around productivity in the indie community How to assess our own productivity Explaining procrastination with neuroscience Offsetting common distractions that writers face The importance of resilience for writers of all levels Find out more about Kathryn: The Productive Writer Guidebook The Product…

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243 How to Launch a Nonfiction Book with Stephanie Chandler 49:33

4M ago49:33

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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: How to outline a nonfiction book Tips for becoming your own publicist Content marketing in the age of AI Marketing your book before and after launch Leveraging your nonfiction book to create multiple streams of income Links I mentioned: Fantasy romance LBTQIA+ freebies Find out more about Stephanie: Link…

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242 How to Use Tropes with Cindy Dees 59:06

4M ago59:06

59:06

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Why tropes hook readers Differences between internal and external tropes Craft tips to make our tropes resonate with readers How to market tropes better Integrating tropes in a character’s back story Find out more about Cindy: CindyDees.com CynthiaDees.com Rebel of the Week is: Rosie If you’d like to be …

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Episode 28- Say hello to Leanne, an award winning ADHD business owner who is growing her business from strength to strength. 43:44

4M ago43:44

43:44

Join me and Leanne, who runs The Drama Centre which offers acting lessons for children and public speaking courses for adults! We discuss running a successful business that's accessible to neurodivergent children and how to get better at public speaking! You can find Leanne here: Instagram Website Public Speaking for kids FREEBIE - Leanne's book re…

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241 How to Write Serial Fiction with Stephanie Bond 1:00:09

4M ago1:00:09

1:00:09

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What serial fiction is and how it differs from non-serialised fiction Common mistakes new serial fiction writers make Craft tips for writing serials Techniques to create hooks Business structure around serialised fiction Find out more about Stephanie: StephanieBond.com Rebel of the Week is: Lauren If you…

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240 How to Write Historical Romance with Bianca Blythe 58:06

4M ago58:06

58:06

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The fundamentals of historical romance Balancing historical accuracy with creative storytelling Creating historical authenticity in your work Main tropes in historical fiction Handling sensitive topics within historical contexts Find out more about Bianca: Author Website Rebel of the Week is: Josh Gentry…

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The Black Herron: Episode 20 53:56

4M ago53:56

53:56

Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron episode twenty. Don’t forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 r…

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Episode 27- Say hello To Charlie Day, the Queen of Sales who is on her way to being a seven figure business owner! 51:51

4M ago51:51

51:51

Join me and the one and only Charlie Day, Queen of sales, as we talk about why sales is the most important part of running a business. You can find Charlie here: Instagram Facebook Group 50 Ways To Get More Leads FREEBIE - Charlie's book recommendation: $100M Leads on Amazon (Affiliate Link) Charlie's podcast recommendation: The Rachel Hollis Podca…

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239 Burnout for Writers with Liz Lincoln 54:32

5M ago54:32

54:32

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What is burnout Differentiating burnout from everyday stress Recovering from burnout How to establish better boundaries The importance of self care to prevent burnout Find out more about Liz: Owl Moon Coaching Instagram Rebel of the Week is: Angela If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send i…

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238 How to Write Trans Characters with Dharma Kelleher 58:42

5M ago58:42

58:42

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The importance of representation in our books Writing trans and queer characters when cisgendered Harmful tropes and stereotypes to avoid Working with a sensitivity reader Balancing educating readers and creating an engaging story Find out more about Dharma: Author Website Facebook Threads Instagram TikT…

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Episode 26- Say hello to Lara, an eCommerce Marketing Specialist as we talk about the importance of having a website that converts and fighting against our inner demons! 30:23

5M ago30:23

30:23

Join me and Lara, as we chat about building a business that works for her and fighting the inner demons that come when you start putting yourself out there! You can find Lara here: Instagram Facebook Facebook Group Ideal Customer Avatar Freebie - Lara's book recommendation: Everything is figureoutable on Amazon (Affiliate Link) Lara's podcast recom…

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237 How to Write Using Tarot with Mariëlle S Smith 1:09:18

5M ago1:09:18

1:09:18

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What are tarot cards and how do they work How tarot cards can help authors start creating Common blockers writers struggle with Learning to interpret tarot cards Using tarot to create characters and plot Sacha's Tarot Cards: Find out more about Mariëlle: Website Podcast Facebook Instagram So You Want to …

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236 How to Pitch Podcasts with Michelle Glogovac 1:02:00

5M ago1:02:00

1:02:00

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The structure of a good pitch Finding the right podcasts to pitch to What authors should be prepared to speak about Benefits of a podcast tour when launching a book Interview tips and tricks Find out more about Michelle: MichelleGlogovac.com Facebook Instagram Twitter Rebel of the Week is: Delilah If you…

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The Black Herron: Episode 19 58:11

5M ago58:11

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Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number nineteen between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron episode nineteen. Don’t forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as …

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Episode 25- Say hello to Emily, an Illustrator and stationery business owner, as we talk about growing a business as a new Mum and the importance of having more than one income stream! 51:14

5M ago51:14

51:14

Join me and Emily, as we talk about the rollercoaster that is running a small business and why it's so important to have more than one form of income stream! You can find Emily here: Instagram Website Youtube Patreon - Emily doesn't have a book recommendation but said that Masterclass is fab Emily's podcast recommendation: On Purpose with Jay Shett…

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235 Creativity, Business, and Publishing with Aurora Winter 1:00:16

5M ago1:00:16

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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: How to pivot successfully Fiction vs. nonfiction author business structure Creating multiple streams of income The neuroscience behind memorable messages Lessons learned from TV writing and producing Find out more about Aurora: Kickstarter for Magic, Mystery and the Multiverse Linktree Magic, Mystery and…

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Episode 24- Say hello to Jane, an Ex-Teacher turned Calligrapher, as we discuss the ups and downs of small business life and why it's important to be proud of yourself! 45:57

6M ago45:57

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Join me and Jane as we chat about the ups and downs of running a business and why it's important to be proud of yourself no matter what. You can find Jane here: Instagram Website - Jane's book recommendation: The 5 Second Rule on Amazon (Affiliate Link) & The High 5 Habit on Amazon (Affiliate Link) Jane's podcast recommendation: She Means Business …

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234 How to Write LitRPG with Michael Chatfield 1:04:08

6M ago1:04:08

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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What is LitRPG and how it differs from fantasy Major craft pillars of LitRPG Elements of worldbuilding to focus on Creating game mechanics, rules, and in-game quests Common business models for LitRPG authors Links I mentioned: Storygarden Summit March 19 - 22 Find out more about Michael: Order The Four H…

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Episode 23- Say hello to Louise, a PR Expert helping product based small businesses get seen in the press! 22:51

6M ago22:51

22:51

Join me and Louise as we talk about her journey and the importance of PR, even for the smallest of small businesses. You can find Louise here: Instagram Website - Louise's book recommendation: She Means Business on Amazon (Affiliate Link) Louise's podcast recommendation: Making Money Online - If you enjoyed this episode please consider subscribing …

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233 Unblock Your Creativity with the Enneagram with Claire Taylor 1:09:48

6M ago1:09:48

1:09:48

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What is the enneagram and how to use it as writers Motivation and why it doesn’t always look right How to pursue what you want What rest and resilience look like for different enneagram types Manifesting as a way of getting control Links I mentioned: Storygarden Summit March 19 - 22 Find out more about C…

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Episode 22- Say hello to Alice, an Infant Feeding Specialist as we dive into the realities of building a business whilst working a part time job and raising three children! 50:25

6M ago50:25

50:25

Join me and Alice, an infant feeding specialist as we talk about life trying to grow a business whilst being a Mum and working as a Nurse! You can find Alice here: Instagram Infant Reflux Journal Freebie - Alice's book recommendation: Get Rich Lucky Bitch on Amazon (Affiliate Link) Alice's podcast recommendation: Chill & Prosper & Shiny New Clients…

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232 Audiobook Publishing in 2024 with Kate Runde 1:03:19

6M ago1:03:19

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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Why audio is important Trends for audiobook publishing in 2024 How Podium works with indie authors Tips for marketing audiobooks Choosing a narrator Links I mentioned: House of Crimson Hearts is out now! Find out more about Kate: Podium Audio Rebel of the Week is: Donn (link to potty-mouthed parrots stor…

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The Black Herron: Episode 18 38:56

6M ago38:56

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Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number eighteen between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode eighteen. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as …

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Episode 21- Say hello to Nicola, a Pinterest Specialist and Tech VA as we discuss why Pinterest is perfect for small businesses. 26:50

6M ago26:50

26:50

Join me and Nicola, a Pinterest Specialist and Tech VA as we chat about why Pinterest is the perfect social media platform for growing a small business. You can find Nicola here: Instagram Website Free Introduction to Pinterest Workshop - Nicola's book recommendation: Two Weeks Notice on Amazon (Affiliate Link) Nicola's podcast recommendation: JFDI…

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231 Kickstarter for Authors with Anthea Sharp 1:05:14

6M ago1:05:14

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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What is Kickstarter? Incorporating Kickstarter into your business model Common mistakes with Kickstarter Driving traffic to your Kickstarter page Rewards, add ons, and stretch goals The timeline - set up, marketing, fulfillment Links I mentioned: Kickstarter: Special Edition NSFW Lesbian Vampire Romance …

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230 Writing Queer Romance with Dana Hawkins 1:08:40

7M ago1:08:40

1:08:40

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What is queer joy Elements of the opposites attract trope Worldbuilding for contemporary romance Writing relatable characters The importance of author community Links I mentioned: Kickstarter: Special Edition NSFW Lesbian Vampire Romance Hardcover – House of Crimson Hearts Preorder House of Crimson Heart…

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Episode 20- Say hello to Lucy, a Social Media Manager and new Mummy as we talk about juggling life and various social media accounts! 24:23

7M ago24:23

24:23

Join me and Lucy, a Social Media Manager and new Mummy as we chat about juggling multiple social media pages as well as a new baby! You can find Lucy here: Instagram Website - Lucy's podcast recommendation: Diary Of A CEO - If you enjoyed this episode please consider subscribing and leaving a review. And come and join my community, I'd love to conn…

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229 Why Running Your Author Business is Child’s Play with Jo Watson 1:12:17

7M ago1:12:17

1:12:17

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: How running a business is like being a parent Why write a nonfiction book? Staying resilient while running a business Tips for writing humorously Improving your copywriting Links I mentioned: Kickstarter: Special Edition NSFW Lesbian Vampire Romance Hardcover - House of Crimson Hearts Preorder House of C…

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Episode 19- Say hello to Bethany, a Side Hustle Strategist, coaching women to start their dream jobs alongside their 9-5 31:05

7M ago31:05

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Join me and Bethany, as we chat about what being a Side Hustle Strategist really means and how she juggles it all alongside a full-time marketing career. You can find Bethany here: Instagram Linkedin - Bethany's book recommendation: Girl Code on Amazon (Affiliate link)&Make Money Online on Amazon (Affiliate link) Bethany's podcast recommendation: S…

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228 Publishing Predictions for 2024 and Beyond with Clayton Noblit 1:10:57

7M ago1:10:57

1:10:57

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Highlights from Written Word Media’s 2023 author survey Indie author business structures What is meant by MVP books Community building and author branding AI predictions and how it affects authors Making your business more sustainable Prose in the Market Webinar Information: I am running three session ti…

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Episode 18- Say hello to Kirsty, an expert in email marketing and travel blogger extraordinaire! 42:19

7M ago42:19

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Join me and Kirsty, an email marketing expert and travel blogger as we talk about the importance of growing your email list...and then actually using it! You can find Kirsty here: Instagram Facebook Group Website - Kirtsy's book recommendation: Get Rich, Lucky B on Amazon (Affiliate link) Kirsty's podcast recommendation: Good Bad Billionaire - If y…

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