Best Pinter & Martin Podcasts (2024)

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267 Understanding the Consumer Journey with Celeste Barclay 1:07:16

2h ago1:07:16

1:07:16

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Using the consumer journey to build your author business How to start building an author brand Balancing a brand promise with experimentation and growth Considerations for creating repeat readers Social media’s effect on the author-reader relationship Links I mentioned: Preorder House of Crimson Curses d…

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The Black Herron: Episode 26 44:16

32m ago44:16

44:16

Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-six between Rachael Herron and I. 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 right here. To find out more about Rac…

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266 Monster Romance with Jason Pinter 53:15

4h ago53:15

53:15

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Different writing approaches for different genres Creating realistic monsters Advice for switching between genres Balancing different elements when crafting a story Keys for reaching a wide audience Links I mentioned: Preorder House of Crimson Curses direct from me Preorder House of Crimson Curses on all…

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265 Secrets of Writing a Series with Kristina Stanley and Lucy Cooke 1:09:24

7d ago1:09:24

1:09:24

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Artistic decisions when setting up a series The different types of series Importance of series unity What a “skeleton blurb” is and how they help in planning a series The role of subplots throughout a series Story arcs for open and closed series Links I mentioned: Preorder House of Crimson Curses direct …

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264 Growing & Sustaining a Happier Writing Career with Tiffany Yates Martin 1:06:16

14d ago1:06:16

1:06:16

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Maintaining a passion for writing while building a thriving business Dealing with rejection and criticism as a writer Finding your authentic writer’s voice Overcoming writer’s block and the need for perfectionism Imposter syndrome and quieting unhelpful internal voices Find out more about Tiffany: FoxPri…

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263 Understanding Humour & Writing Funny Fiction with Dave Cohen 1:05:49

21d ago1:05:49

1:05:49

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The importance of humour in fiction Different types of humour The principles of writing funny fiction Making humour work on page Funny vs. offensive – where is the line? Embracing the rebel mindset Find out more about Dave: Bluesky @daveiswriting.bsky.social Funny Up Your Fiction: How to Add Light, Shade…

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262 Level Up Your Email Marketing Game with Liz Wilcox 48:41

1M ago48:41

48:41

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The importance of personality in email marketing How often to send newsletters to your audience Tips for self-promotion How new authors can grow their email lists Measuring the success of your email marketing Links I mentioned: Support my Kickstarter Find out more about Liz: The Email Sound Booth Faceboo…

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The Black Herron: Episode 25 46:59

29d ago46:59

46:59

Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-five between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron episode twenty-five. 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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261 Project Managing Kickstarters with Petra Tayler 1:01:59

1M ago1:01:59

1:01:59

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What Kickstarter is and why authors should use it How to project manage better Aligning your Kickstarter with your brand Different wants between Kickstarter backers and normal readers How long does a Kickstarter take – including post production Links I mentioned: Support my Kickstarter Find out more abou…

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260 Crafting Multidimensional Villains with Dana Pittman 53:45

1M ago53:45

53:45

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Elements of a multidimensional villain Villain’s relationship with the protagonist Common mistakes when creating villains Developing back stories that add depth Building anticipation in your story Links I mentioned: Support my Kickstarter Find out more about Dana: Danja Tales Rebel of the Week is: Matthe…

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259 Using the Enneagram to Find the YOU in Your Story With Dani Abernathy 1:05:16

2M ago1:05:16

1:05:16

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: How to use the enneagram in your work Infusing your personal experiences into your worldbuilding Fully embracing the “you” in your stories Steps for worldbuilding and story development Balancing an immersive universe with multidimensional characters Why stories have the power to change the world Links I …

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

2M 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

2M 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

3M ago55:12

55:12

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

3M 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

3M ago58:08

58:08

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

3M 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

3M 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

3M 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

4M 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

4M 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

4M 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

4M 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

4M 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

5M ago48:10

48:10

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

5M 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

5M 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

5M 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

5M ago39:02

39:02

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

6M 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

6M ago49:33

49:33

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

6M 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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241 How to Write Serial Fiction with Stephanie Bond 1:00:09

6M 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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The Black Herron: Episode 20 53:56

6M 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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240 How to Write Historical Romance with Bianca Blythe 58:06

6M 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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239 Burnout for Writers with Liz Lincoln 54:32

7M 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

7M 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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237 How to Write Using Tarot with Mariëlle S Smith 1:09:18

7M 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

7M 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

7M ago58:11

58:11

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

8M ago1:00:16

1:00:16

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

8M ago1:04:08

1:04:08

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

8M 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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232 Audiobook Publishing in 2024 with Kate Runde 1:03:19

8M ago1:03:19

1:03:19

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

9M ago38:56

38:56

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

9M ago1:05:14

1:05:14

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

9M 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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229 Why Running Your Author Business is Child’s Play with Jo Watson 1:12:17

9M 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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228 Publishing Predictions for 2024 and Beyond with Clayton Noblit 1:10:57

9M 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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The Black Herron: Episode 17 58:21

9M ago58:21

58:21

Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number seventeen between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode seventeen. 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 a…

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