Best Pen To Print Podcasts (2024)

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Writing Tips from Mirabel Lavelle: Write On! Audio Weekly 9:24

1h ago9:24

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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print Mirabel is a writer and teacher from Malta now living in the north east of England. A member of the Write On! Team, she has regularly appeared in the pages of Write On! and on this podcast. She is the author of the children’s book ‘Zeb, Jet…

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How writing short stories can make you a better novelist 42:51

3h ago42:51

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You probably know that offering a reader magnet on your website is imperative to growing your email list, tantalizing readers with a sample of your writing, and eventually getting them to buy your book. If you write novels, your reader magnet should be a short story, but if you don’t know how to write a great one, you’ll miss out on the many advant…

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Episode 46 - Pauline Parker & Juliet Hulme 1:14:02

5h ago1:14:02

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At around 3:30pm on Tuesday, June 22nd 1954, a woman named Agnes Ritchie is working in a small tearooms or kiosk in a parkland known as Victoria Gardens. Suddenly she hears some commotion and hears footsteps running up the stone steps that lead to this kiosk window. She turns to see two young girls, around 15 years old, running frantically up the s…

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Web Hosting for Frugal Authors 19:36

5h ago19:36

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Your website is one of your most critical book marketing assets. It’s where you manage your online reputation, grow your email list, and sell books. But before you build a website, you need web hosting. You have thousands of web hosting options, which can feel a bit overwhelming. How do you know what kind of host you need for your website? In this …

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Cybersecurity News: Military Malware, UFOs, and More Passwords Leaked 57:55

1h ago57:55

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Join us for the July 2024, live news episode of 'The Audit', where we cover the latest cybersecurity threats, ransomware updates, and AI advancements. In this news episode, we tackle some of the most pressing cybersecurity issues of the month. Ever wondered how a ransomware attack could shut down a public library? We dive into the recent attack on …

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Episode 45 - The Glee Curse 1:23:46

6h ago1:23:46

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The show Glee, which ran from 2009 to 2015, jumpstarted the careers of actors like Lea Michele, Cory Monteith, and Naya Rivera. But the show's cast and crew fell victim to a number of tragedies and scandals during the end of its run and since it went off the air. Carrie covers this week’s episode on the ‘Glee Curse’. Theme music by MVM Productions.…

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An Interview with Catherine Coe and Habon Jama of All Stories 31:01

7h ago31:01

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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print Our July interview is with Habon Jama + Catherine Coe Habon Jama is a London based writer and a mentee of All Stories, a programme set up by Catherine Coe to provide mentorship for unrepresented children's book writers. Catherine Coe is a s…

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How to Avoid Book Marketing Overwhelm 30:48

30m ago30:48

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Feeling overwhelmed by book marketing can lead authors to look for shortcuts. Shortcuts lead to expensive complications. Expensive complications lead to dead ends. Dead ends lead to suffering. Yoda would call this “The path to the dark side.” Does this sound familiar? How do you escape this overwhelming cycle? There are ten different stressors that…

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Poem of the Month: "Dim Sum at Joy King Lau" by Jennifer Wong 3:33

8d ago3:33

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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print Our poem of the month this month is Dim Sum at Joy King Lau by Jennifer Wong. This was originally published in her Nine Arches press collection “Letters Home” You can find out more about Jennifer by following her on X, formerly Twitter http…

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Episode 44 - Lynette (Lyn) White 40:14

15d ago40:14

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On the 8th June 1973, the body of 26-year-old, Lynette (Lyn) White, was found by her husband, Paul, in their Coogee apartment. She had suffered horrific injuries, but their 11-week-old son was found in his cot unharmed. Lizzie covers this tragic case. https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/can_you_help_us/rewards/1000000_reward/reward_announced_for_informat…

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The Savvy Authors Guide to Passwords 18:52

7d ago18:52

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Being an author requires you to have hundreds of online accounts for different software and services. Websites such as Amazon, ConvertKit, Publisher Rocket, Patreon, K-lytics, Bookvault, AuthorMedia.social, AuthorsXP, BookBub, Kickstarter, Teachable, Bluehost, WordPress, Grammarly, and Plottr (to name a few) all require a username and password. Som…

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A Listener Contribution from Poet and Artist Bee Henderson: Write On! Audio Weekly 15:01

26d ago15:01

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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print Our listener contribution for July comes from poet Bee Henderson. A Scottish poet living in England, Bee McCormack Henderson works in words though her poetry and colours in her art. Her poetry has been described as "wholesome" and "quite lo…

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How Connor Boyack Sold Millions of Books Directly to Readers Without Using Amazon 48:56

14d ago48:56

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Can you make a living as an author without selling through Amazon? Many authors wonder. Amazon is the sole revenue source for many indie authors, but Amazon’s algorithms can disable your KDP accounts and cut off your income without any human reviewing the action. Authors find themselves pleading with a computer to reactivate their accounts while th…

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Writing Tips from the Hay Festival with Eithne Cullen and Mary Walsh 14:45

1M ago14:45

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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print Our writing tips this month are once again from Write On’s Eithne Cullen and Mary Walsh. For our recording, Eithne and Mary are in conversation at the Hay Festival where they were part of the Write On! Team attending the event. They chat ab…

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Inside the Hak5 Pineapple: Tools, Tips, and Real-World Applications 33:37

12d ago33:37

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Unlock the secrets behind the powerful HAC5 Pineapple tool in this episode of The Audit. Hosts Eric Brown and Nick Mellum, joined by Cameron Birkeland, explore the tool's functionalities and features, offering practical insights and real-world applications. Discover how the HAC5 Pineapple can enhance your cybersecurity measures, with discussions on…

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Episode 43 - The Murder of the Romanov Family 1:17:30

1M ago1:17:30

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It’s February 1920 in Berlin, Germany. A young woman has been found floating in a canal. She's still alive, but barely. Clinging to life, the woman refuses to give any information about her identity. She is dubbed ‘Frauline Unbekannt’, an equivalent of Jane Doe meaning ‘Miss Unknown’. But then people come forward with an extraordinary claim: Frauli…

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Are Pen Names Going Away? 19:25

21d ago19:25

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With the rise of AI authors, how do you prove you are a human author? Most authors prove their humanity with their names and photos. Your identity protects you from being called a bot writer. But what if you use a pen name? Will AI bring the age of pen names to an end? While pen names are going out of style, there are some reasons you might still c…

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An Interview with Melanie Reid : Write On! Audio Weekly 41:55

1M ago41:55

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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print Our interview this month is with Melanie Reid . Melanie is a journalist and columnist for The Times newspaper. She broke her neck in a riding accident in 2010 and since then has been a tetraplegic. Her weekly musings on her life as a disabl…

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Why Your Book is Still Unfinished (Hint: It’s Your Phone’s Fault) 17:51

28d ago17:51

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I remember watching Steve Jobs's keynote presentation for the original iPhone. This magical new device, he said, would revolutionize our productivity. And at first, it did. But then, along came apps. Soon, user experiences were scientifically optimized to be as addictive as possible. An author's productive output is inversely correlated with time s…

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Poetry from Gloria Maloney: Write On! Audio Weekly 14:51

26d ago14:51

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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print Our listener contribution this month comes from Gloria Maloney. Gloria is a poet and prose writer who finds her inspiration during walks through the countryside. She was honoured with first prize in the Pen to Print Poetry competition in 20…

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Cybersecurity in the News: DDoS Attacks, Public Library Breach, Phishing and More 51:45

28d ago51:45

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Welcome to the latest episode of "The Audit," where we bring you the most pressing news, issues and insights in cybersecurity. In this live episode, we cover the recent ransomware attack on the Seattle Public Library, the $37 million theft from Coinbase Pro users, and the sophisticated gift card fraud by the Moroccan cybercrime group, Storm 0539. W…

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Printing the Future: Quality Offset Print-on-Demand with BookVAULT 38:38

1M ago38:38

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Authors around the world are trying to reduce their reliance on Amazon. However, most of us still use and like Amazon. In fact, many authors earn most of their money from Amazon. But any company with a 90% market share can't be fully trusted. One way indie authors can reduce their reliance on Amazon is by selling directly from their own author webs…

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Episode 42 - Dan Markel 1:08:38

2M ago1:08:38

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Daniel Markel was a Canadian-born attorney and a law professor, who wrote various works on retribution in criminal law and sentencing, with a focus on the role of punishment in the criminal justice system. Shortly before 11 a.m. on July 18, 2014, Markel was gunned down. Clare presents this case. Theme music by MVM Productions.…

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Poem of the Month with Danny Baxter: Write On! Audio Weekly 4:02

2M ago4:02

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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print This month's poem of the month is from Danny Baxter - a poet and artist from Barking and Dagenham who has appeared on this podcast several times. Being myself is read by Chris Gregory. You can follow Danny on Instagram here https://www.inst…

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The Powerful Nonfiction Pitching Recipe That Works for Both Fiction and Nonfiction 25:31

1M ago25:31

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One key to becoming a bestselling author is the selling. And one element of sales is the sales pitch. Some authors think pitches are only to be used for pitching agents at writers conferences, but you can actually use a sales pitch whenever you talk about your book. Your sales pitch convinces readers to care about and read your book. The stronger y…

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An Interview with Novelist Cailean Steed: Write On! Audio and Friends 39:30

2M ago39:30

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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print In this edition we revisit an interview with novelist and audio drama writer Cailean Steed. Cailean’s debut novel “Home” is published by Bloomsbury and has received considerable critical acclaim since publication. In this interview, recorde…

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Quantum Computing's Impact on Cybersecurity with Bernie Leung 37:32

1M ago37:32

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Explore the intriguing intersection of quantum computing and cybersecurity... It’s closer than you think. In this episode, special guest Bernie Leung from Autodesk shares his expert insights on how quantum computing is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape. Discover the challenges and breakthroughs in encryption practices as Bernie breaks down comp…

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From Tech Timid to Tech Savvy: How to Master Any Technology 36:30

2M ago36:30

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My first DOS computer had no mouse. Its screen had two colors: green and white. Today, computers have mice and complex graphics, and there is no need to be a computer programmer in order to use a computer. Technology gets easier to use each year. Even though it's easier than it used to be, sometimes you still need help. Many authors find that the b…

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Storytelling With Zoe Gilbert : Write On! Audio and Friends 54:09

2M ago54:09

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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print In the second of our “Write On! Audio and Friends” features we’re revisiting an interview with novelist and short story writer Zoe Gilbert. The winner of the 2014 Costa short story award, Zoe has since published two acclaimed novels – Folk …

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Episode 41 - Jenelle Potter's Facebook Feud 1:17:03

3M ago1:17:03

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Barbara Potter is in a bit of a predicament. The year is 2011, Barbara is in her early sixties, and she lives with her husband Buddy and youngest daughter, 30 year old Jenelle. For some time now Jenelle has been the victim of severe online bullying. Benny presents this weeks case about a Facebook feud that will have terrible real-life consequences.…

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The Thriving Author: How to Market Books When You Have Money to Invest 25:09

2M ago25:09

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A few months ago, we released an episode called The Starving Author: How to Market Books When You Have No Money. After the episode aired, several authors asked me a similar question: “What do we do if we do have money to spend?” You see, not all authors are starving. Some writers have spent years saving money, and they want to know how to get the b…

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A Listener Contribution from Sebastian Elanko : Write On! Audio Weekly 12:42

3M ago12:42

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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast forwriters everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print Our listener contribution this month is from poet and author Sebastian Elanko. Sebastian Elanko is a poet, author and writer who regularly writes in two different languages. He has published work in the English and Tamil languages, including…

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Poem of the Month with Nicole Piscopo : Write On! Audio Weekly 3:20

3M ago3:20

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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast forwriters everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print This month's poem of the month is from Nicole Piscopo - a young Maltese poet who we featured on the podcast back in 2022. Nicole Piscopo is reading her poem "Wrote a Love Letter- Turned it into an Airplane" You can find Nicole on Instagram a…

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Episode 40 - Rebecca Schaeffer 1:13:32

3M ago1:13:32

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In 1989, actress Rebecca Schaeffer is on the verge of becoming a big star. Her celebrity status has taken off with the sitcom "My Sister Sam" and she is preparing to audition for Francis Ford Coppola's "The Godfather Part III". But for the past two years, Rebecca has been receiving some intense fan-mail... Carrie presents this weeks case. Theme mus…

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Securing the Invisible Threats: Insights on IoT Security with Eric Johansen 49:27

2M ago49:27

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Discover cutting-edge IoT cybersecurity strategies with insights from expert Eric Johansen. Join us as we delve into the world of IoT cybersecurity with Eric Johansen from Phosphorus. Eric discusses the challenges and solutions for managing IoT devices at scale, the critical importance of asset inventory, and the significant risks posed by outdated…

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Writing Tips from Eithne Cullen and Mary Walsh : Write On! Audio Weekly 13:41

3M ago13:41

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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print Our writing tips this month are from Write On’s Eithne Cullen and Mary Walsh. Eithne and Mary are in conversation about the skills and inspiration writers can receive from attending writing courses. Find out more about Pen to Print’s range …

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Speak, Engage, and Inspire: Secrets of Entertaining & Educational Webinars that Sell 24:26

3M ago24:26

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Author Media has a list of over 10,000 subscribers, and around half of them open our emails, which means our open rates hover around 50%. That’s a high open rate! It’s partly because new subscribers join our email list through webinars I present for writers and authors. By the end of each webinar, attendees know enough to want to open emails from A…

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Episode 39 - The Pelley Family Murders 1:14:43

3M ago1:14:43

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Clare joins the team again to present one of her favourite cases! On the morning of April 30, 1989, the congregation at the Olive Branch Church waited patiently for their service to begin. Reverend Robert Pelley never showed. Even his family was absent from their pews. After walking next door to check on the family, churchgoers found a horrifying s…

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2024 Laptop Buying Guide for Authors 21:45

3M ago21:45

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An Uber driver's most valuable asset is his car. A photographer's camera is critical. An Uber driver with a broken car can't make money, and a photographer with a cheap camera will slowly starve. What is the critical tool for an author? What tool will help you earn money and keep you from starving? Your laptop! You write, edit, and promote your boo…

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An interview with novelist Kit De Waal: Write On! Audio Weekly 37:44

4M ago37:44

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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print Our interview this month is with British / Irish writer and broadcaster Kit De Waal. Born in Birmingham to an Irish mother and Caribbean father, she initially pursued a career in law working alongside foster carers and the social care secto…

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Soaring Through Cybersecurity: Indoor Skydiving and Pen Testing with Brian Johnson 56:09

3M ago56:09

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Get ready for a special episode of The Audit! We're celebrating our 40th episode with Brian Johnson, host of the 7-Minute Security podcast, as we talk cybersecurity, social engineering, and some wild stories that you won't want to miss. We’ll explore the role of tabletop exercises in shoring up a company's security and dive into the fascinating wor…

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A showcase selected by Hannah Rooney: Write On! Audio Weekly 12:06

4M ago12:06

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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print. Our April Showcase is selected and introduced by Hannah Rooney – a student in the second year of her creative writing course at the University of Sunderland. As Hannah explains, the overarching theme of this Showcase is one of optimism. Th…

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Building the Future: AI and Cybersecurity in Construction 51:39

3M ago51:39

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In this episode we explore the intersection of AI and cybersecurity in the construction industry with John Massie, Technology Director at Journey Group. John shares his insights on integrating technology to enhance cybersecurity and operational efficiency within the construction sector. The discussion covers a range of topics from combatting sophis…

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How to Sell More Books With Amazon Ads 44:37

3M ago44:37

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When readers browse Amazon, they have already decided to purchase a book. The only question is: Which book will they choose? What if there was a way to reach readers at this pivotal moment and persuade them to pick your book from the list they're considering? There is! It is called Amazon Advertising, and it has become one of the most popular forms…

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Poem of the Month : Where is Home by Diya Padiya : Write On! Audio Weekly 3:59

4M ago3:59

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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast forwriters everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print In this edition we are sharing another new feature, “Poem of the Month” in which we will share some of the poetry we've featured on this podcast over the last few years. This month's poem is "Where is Home?" by Diya Padiya. It is read by Sal…

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AI for Authors in 2024 - The Good, Bad, and Ugly 33:56

4M ago33:56

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The tools we use for writing have evolved over the centuries, from quill and inkpot to the printing press, to the word processor to AI. Recent developments in AI tools for writers have sparked everything from laughable images to controversy and fear. Is AI evil? Is it safe? In this week’s episode, we’ll discuss what you need to know about AI in our…

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Introducing The Writers' Gym : Write On! Audio and Friends 47:08

4M ago47:08

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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print In this new Write On! Audio feature we'll share episodes of other writing podcasts that our listeners may enjoy. First, we're sharing an episode of The Writers Gym, a weekly show about the process and practice of writing featuring writer an…

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Cybersecurity Brief: Water Systems & IoT Devices Under Threat 39:05

4M ago39:05

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Join us on The Audit for a critical examination of cybersecurity's latest frontiers: threats to our water system and the push for global IoT security standards. In this episode, our team of cybersecurity experts, Eric Brown and Nick Mellum, dissect the Biden administration's recent warnings about cyber-attacks on U.S. water utilities and delve into…

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Episode 38 - Rose Calvert (April Fools 2024) 39:59

4M ago39:59

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This week, Benny covers the case of a woman whose actions are said to have contributed to, perhaps even caused, one of the most talked about maritime disasters of all time. But she will escape any interrogation or conviction for her role in the disaster, disappearing under a false identity and living a successful life as an illegal immigrant in the…

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Pros and Cons of Pre-Orders 16:35

4M ago16:35

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Almost every traditionally published book goes up for preorder before it comes out. However, the advice surrounding preorders can be confusing for indie authors. Some indies say preorders are critical. Others say having a preorder for your book can hurt sales. Who is right? Should you set up a preorder for your book? Are preorders a good idea or a …

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