Best Edward Willett Podcasts (2024)

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Shaping Worlds in SciFi and Fantasy with Author Edward Willett on Book Lights 31:00

4d ago31:00

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Edward Willett is an award-winning author of more than sixty books science fiction, fantasy and non-fiction for both children and adults. He's also host of the Aurora Award-winning podcast The Worldshapers: "Conversations with science fiction and fantasy authors about the creative process." (http://www.theworldshapers.com). He successfully Kickstar…

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Episode 166: Jennifer Anne Gordon – The Japanese Box and Other Stories 40:52

5h ago40:52

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A chat with award-winning horror author Jennifer Anne Gordon about her new short story collection, The Japanese Box and Other Stories. Websitejenniferannegordon.com Facebook@JenniferAnneGordonAuthor Instagram@jennifergenevievegordon X@JenniferAnneGo5 Jennifer Anne Gordon’s Amazon Page Amazon Links for The Japanese Box and Other StoriesAmazon.comAma…

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EP 357 - 50 Years of Short Stories with Kevin J. Anderson 49:40

11h ago49:40

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In this episode, Mark interviews Kevin J. Anderson about his writing and the new approach he is taking to incorporate Kickstarter into the launch strategies for some of his indie-published titles. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a personal update, comments from recent episodes, and a word from this episode's sponsor. Learn more about this self-…

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Episode 165: Dr. Katherine Hutchinson-Hayes – A Fifth of the Story 43:28

5d ago43:28

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A chat with author, podcaster, and blogger Dr. Katherine Hutchinson-Hayes about her new spy thriller, A Fifth of the Story Websitedrkatherinehayes.com Facebook@authordrkatherinehayes Instagram@authordrkatherine X@khutch0767 Dr. Katherine Huthcinson-Hayes’s Amazon Page Amazon Links for A Fifth of the StoryAmazon.comAmazon.ca About the Book A fascina…

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EP 356 - The Midlist Indie Author Mindset with T. Thorn Coyle 49:50

8d ago49:50

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Mark interviews T Thorn Coyle about writing, community, and their new book The Midlist Indie Author Mindset. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a personal update and a word from this episode's sponsor. Cruising Writers - 7 Day Western Caribbean Cruise - Feb 22 to Mar 1, 2025 Featured Guest Speakers: Erin Wright and Mark Leslie Lefebvre More detail…

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Matterhorn of Thrillers with NYT Best Seller Christopher Reich on Book Lights 31:00

11d ago31:00

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Christopher Reich is the New York Times bestselling author of Rules of Deception, Numbered Account, and The Patriot’s Club, which won the International Thriller Writers Award for best novel in 2006. His new novel, Matterhorn is availabe now! You can learn more at his website: https://christopherreich.com/ And for more about our host Lisa Kessler vi…

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Episode 164: Kristen Ciccarelli – Heartless Hunter 38:18

12d ago38:18

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A chat with New York Times bestselling YA author Kristen Cicarelli about Heartless Hunter, The Crimson Moth Book 1, a “dangerously romantic Scarlet Pimpernel-inspired fantasy.” Websitekristenciccarelli.com Facebook@AuthorKristenCiccarelli Instagram@kristenciccarelli Pinterest@kciccarelli Kristen Ciccarelli’s Amazon Page Amazon Links for Heartless H…

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EP 355 - Scribbling Pen Publishing with Melanie Gilbert and Heather Karn 1:01:51

15d ago1:01:51

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Mark interviews Melanie Gilbert and Heather Karn about their work writing and publishing together under the Scribbling Pen Publishing brand. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a personal update, comments from recent episodes, and a word from this episode's sponsor. Cruising Writers - 7 Day Western Caribbean Cruise - Feb 22 to Mar 1, 2025 Featured …

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Episode 163: Sebastien de Castell – Play of Shadows 58:59

19d ago58:59

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A chat with award-winning fantasy author Sebastien de Castell about Play of Shadows, Book 1 of Court of Shadows, set in the world of his popular Greatcoats series. Websitedecastell.com X@decastell Facebook@decastell Sebastien de Castell’s Amazon Page Amazon Links for Play of ShadowsAmazon.comAmazon.ca About the Book Swordplay, magic, intrigue and f…

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EP 354 - Lydia and David Sherrer on Power Couple Publishing 58:29

22d ago58:29

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Mark interviews Lydia and David Sherrer about their company Chenoweth Press and the books and games they produce and publish collaboratively. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a personal update and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by the awesome supporters of this podcast who provide their supprt via Patreon and Buy …

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Episode 162: Lyn McGinnis – Amarel Mountain 52:40

26d ago52:40

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A chat with author Lyn McGinnis about Anu Awakes, an epic fantasy series, and the most recent release in that series, Book 2, Amarel Mountain. Websiteanuawakesseries.com Bluesky@anuawakes Goodreads Instagram@anuawakes Lyn McGinnis’s Amazon Page Amazon Links for Amarel MountainAmazon.comAmazon.ca About the Book Descendants of the Tolku of the Primar…

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EP 353 - Tao Wong on the Toronto Indie Author Conference 39:21

29d ago39:21

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Mark interviews Tao Wong about his writing, LitRPG, entrepreneurship, and the Toronto Indie Author Conference that is coming in May 2024. Prior to the interview, Mark forgoes the usual brief personal update, or comments, and skips right to this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by the Toronto Indie Author Conference. The Toronto Indie Au…

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Episode 161: Jared N. Michaud – Brightstar 38:36

1M ago38:36

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A chat with new author Jared N. Michaud about his upcoming YA science fiction novel Brightstar, first book in the Energematric6 space adventure series. Websiteenergematrice6.com Facebook@Energematrice6 X@Energematrice6 Instagram@jarednmichaud Jared N. Michaud’s Amazon Page Amazon Links for BrightstarAmazon.comAmazon.ca About the Book Brightstar is …

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EP 352 - Being The Hero of Your Own Story With No Margins Agency 55:24

1M ago55:24

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Mark interviews Katie Nelson, Mari Dietz, and Brandon Winn about No Margins Agency, which offers stock photography of underrepresented and marginalized people. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a brief personal update, and then plays a few words about this episode's sponsor. No Margins Agency offers stock photography of underrepresented and margi…

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Episode 160: Breakfield & Burkey – Enigma Tracer 39:18

1M ago39:18

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A chat with the writing team of Charles Breakfield and Rox Burkey about their long-running techno-thriller series, Enigma, and Enigma Tracer, first book in their new Enigma Heirs trilogy. Websiteenigmabookseries.com Facebook@TheEnigmaSeries X@EnigmaSeries@1rburkey Instagram@enigmabookseries YouTube Amazon Links for Engima TracerAmazon.comAmazon.ca …

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EP 351 - Feverish Sore Throat Reflections 16:53

1M ago16:53

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In this brief solo episode Mark reflections on the importance of maintaining a streak - which is something he has done since first launching this podcast in January 2017. Links of Interest: ScribeCount (Mark's Affiliate Link) Mark's YouTube Channel Buy Mark a Coffee Patreon for Stark Reflections How to Access Patreon RSS Feeds An Author's Guide to …

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Episode 159: Steve Truitt – The Mindset Chronicles 45:06

2M ago45:06

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A chat with author and former television host Steve Truitt about his new science fiction novel series, The Mindset Chronicles. Websitestevetruitt.com Facebook@AuthorSteveTruitt Amazon Links for The DeletionAmazon.comAmazon.ca Steve Truitt’s Amazon Page About the Book In a world where artificial intelligence has become an integral part of daily life…

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Espionage & Betrayal with Author Dr. Katherine Hutchinson-Hay on Book Lights 32:00

2M ago32:00

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Dr. Katherine Hutchinson-Hay is an educational consultant, author, editor, speaker, and podcaster. She currently serves as a content editor and writing coach for Iron Stream Media, where she is responsible for ensuring the quality of content produced by writers. She also freelances as an editor and coach to help writers get their projects ready for…

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EP 350 - Infinite Resources with Jeff Krehmer 40:40

2M ago40:40

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Mark interviews engineer and author Jeff Krehmer about his new book Infinite Resources: How to Sustainably Develop the Arctic, by Supplying Green Hydrogen, Fresh Water, and Healthy Food to the World. Prior to the interview, Mark reads comments from recent episodes, shares a personal update, and a word about this episode's sponsor. Imagine a gender …

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Episode 158: Danièle Cybulskie – Chivalry and Courtesy: Medieval Manners for a Modern World 42:31

2M ago42:31

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A chat with noted medievalist Danièle Cybulskie about her new book, Chivalry and Courtesy: Medieval Manners for a Modern World. Websitedanielecybulskie.com X/Twitter@5minmedievalist Facebook@5MinMedievalist Instagram@5minmedievalist YouTube@5MinMedievalist Amazon Links for Chivalry and CourtesyAmazon.caAmazon.com Danièle Cybulskie’s Amazon Page Abo…

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EP 349 - Edward Willett of Shadow Paw Press 56:26

2M ago56:26

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Mark interviews author, podcaster, and publisher Edward Willett about his writing, his podcast, Kickstarter campaigns, and some bold new ventures he is pursuing with his publishing company Shadow Paw Press. Prior to the interview, Mark reads comments from recent episodes, shares a personal update, and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episo…

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Episode 157: Marie Brennan – The Market of 100 Fortunes (Legend of the Five Rings Book 3) 34:14

2M ago34:14

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A chat with Hugo-nominated author Marie Brennan about her Legend of the Five Rings trilogy, which just wrapped up with The Market of 100 Fortunes. Websiteswantower.com Bluesky Patreon Amazon Links for The Market of 100 FortunesAmazon.caAmazon.com Marie Brennan’s Amazon Page About the Book Enthralling fantasy mystery from the world of Legend of the …

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EP 348 - Amanda Byrd on Direct Sales and AuthorsGoDirect 44:33

2M ago44:33

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Mark interviews Amanda Byrd about her writing, direct sales, and the new platform she has launched called AuthorsGoDirect. Prior to the interview, Mark reads comments from recent episodes, welcomes new patrons Rob Johnson, Jennifer Brinn, and Rasana Atreya and then shares a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by ScribeCount…

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Book Chat with #1 NYT Best Selling Author Christine Feehan on Book Lights 40:00

2M ago40:00

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Christine Feehan is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, with 83 published works in seven different series: Dark Series, GhostWalker Series, Leopard Series, Drake Sisters Series, Sea Haven Series, Shadow Series, and Torpedo Ink Series. All seven of her series have hit the #1 spot on the New York Times bestseller list. Judgment Road, the first bo…

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EP 347 - Library Advocacy Support with John Chrastka of EveryLibrary 56:27

3M ago56:27

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Mark interviews John Chrastka, the executive director of EveryLibrary, the first nationwide political action committee for libraries, and the EveryLibrary Institute, a nonprofit research and training organization focused on the future of library funding. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a personal update, reads comments from recent episodes, and…

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Love in The Red Zone with Author Rae Shawn on Book Lights 32:00

3M ago32:00

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Rae Shawn writes captivating, inclusive Black romances that'll have you up in arms for the heroes and, sometimes, even the villains. In her free time, she likes to binge-watch reruns of Supernatural, read books of all genres or watch anime. She currently lives on the East Coast, experiencing all four seasons, but will never forget her constant summ…

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EP 346 - 4 More Publishing Pitfalls for Authors 28:05

3M ago28:05

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A solo episode where Mark shares an excerpt from four elements from his book PUBLISHING PITFALLS FOR AUTHORS. PAST PATRIARCHY PAUSE PAYING The main content (those four points) are read by Mark's AI voice via Eleven Labs. Links of Interest: EP 246 - Four of The Pitfalls of Publishing An Author's Guide to Working With Bookstores and Libraries Smashwo…

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EP 345 - The Art of Libromancy with Josh Cook 1:13:42

3M ago1:13:42

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Mark interviews Josh Cook, Josh Cook, an author, bookseller and the co-owner at Porter Square Books in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where he has worked since 2004 about his writing, his book The Art of Libromancy and his life as a reader and writer. Prior to the interview, Mark reads comments from recent episodes, welcomes new patron Jennifer Brinn, t…

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Scares and Semi Trucks with Author Edo Van Belkom on Book Lights 31:00

3M ago31:00

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Edo van Belkom is a Canadian author of some 35 books and over 300 short stories in the genres of horror, science fiction, fantasy and mystery. His short fiction has been published in countless anthologies such as Year’s Best Horror Stories, Year’s Best Erotica, Robert Bloch’s Psychos, the Hot Blood and Shock Rock series, as well as several antholog…

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EP 344 - Eric T. Knight on Fair Pay with StoryFair 56:46

3M ago56:46

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Mark interviews author Eric T. Knight about his writing and about the origin of StoryFair. net a platform that seeks to pay authors the highest royalty of any other third party platform for their audiobook sales. Prior to the interview, Mark reads comments from recent episodes, welcomes new patron Rob Johnson, and shares a word about this episode's…

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Step into the fantastical worlds of Author Cerece Rennie Murphy on Book Lights 31:00

3M ago31:00

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Cerece Rennie Murphy is the national bestselling and award-winning author of ten novels, children’s books, and short stories. She is also the founder of Virtuous Con, an online science fiction and comic culture convention that celebrates the excellence of BIPOC creators in speculative fiction, across the mediums of fiction, comics, film, and visual…

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EP 343 - Self-Publishing Lesbian Fiction (or Something Equally Non-Threatening) with Elizabeth Andre 56:17

3M ago56:17

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Mark interviews Elizabeth Andre (AKA Karen and Victoria) about her/their journey through writing, collaboration, and the new book SELF-PUBLISHING LESBIAN FICTION. Prior to the interview, Mark reads comments from recent episodes and shares a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by ScribeCount (affiliate link). Spend less time…

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Cozy Mysteries and Murder with Author Rox Burkey on Book Lights 31:00

4M ago31:00

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Rox Burkey is half of the writing team BREAKFIED AND BURKEY. Together they deliver well-rounded thrillers that include levels of humor, romance, intrigue, suspense, and mystery. Their long-running Enigma series has earned multiple awards, and they are also part of the Underground Authors group writing cozy mysteries/murders in the Magnolia Bluff Cr…

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EP 342 - Publishing Trend Reflections for 2024 25:37

4M ago25:37

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In this special bonus solo episode, Mark shares some reflections about recent publishing trends. Prior to the main content, Mark welcomes new patron Donn King, and shares a word about this episode's sponsor, the patrons of the Stark Reflections Podcast. Links of Interest: Written Word Media Publishing Trends Posts 2024 2023 2022 2020 How to Write a…

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EP 341 - Howling It Forward With Wulf Moon 1:03:03

4M ago1:03:03

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Mark interviews bestselling writer, editor, and writing instructor, Wulf Moon, who won the national Scholastic Art & Writing Awards at the age of fifteen, and followed that with winning the Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Contest, and Writers of the Future. He leads the Wulf Pack Writers group and is the author of The Illustrated Super Secrets of Wri…

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EP 340 - Personality, Passion, Presentation, and Persistence with Todd Fahnestock 1:12:33

4M ago1:12:33

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Mark interviews award-winning, #1 bestselling fantasy author Todd Fahnestock about his journey through both traditional publishing and indie-publishing, focusing on the moments for learning, growth, and applying passion and persistence. Prior to the interview, Mark shares comments from recent episodes, a personal update, and a word about this episo…

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EP 339 - Romancing the Writing Life with Bobby Hutchinson 1:00:32

4M ago1:00:32

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In this episode Mark interviews bestselling author Bobby Hutchinson about her unique journey through traditional publishing and self-publishing. Prior to the interview, Mark shares comments from recent episodes, a personal update, welcomes new Patron Skye MacKinnon and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by patrons of the…

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EP 338 - An Amazing F*cking Pivot into Sh!t-Tons of Money with James Fell 1:29:52

4M ago1:29:52

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Mark interviews James Fell, the Sweary Historian, and bestselling author of ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY SH!T WENT DOWN. Prior to the interview Mark warns listeners of the adult language used in this episode, reads comments from recent episodes, and shares a word about this episode's sponsor. Mark's Stark Publishing Solutions books are 50% off in the Sma…

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EP 337 - Collaborative Editing with Erika Steeves 48:15

5M ago48:15

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Mark interviews editor Erika Steeves about her experiences in working with publishers and authors as an editor. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a brief personal update and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by HOW TO WRITE A HOWLING GOOD STORY by Wulf Moon You can get this book in eBook, Trade Paperback, and Hardcove…

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Love and Mysteries at the Holidays with Author Michelle Cornish on Book Lights 31:00

5M ago31:00

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Michelle strives to write the kinds of books she enjoys reading--complicated characters, a little romance, and a lot of mystery and intrigue. Strong women in sticky situations is her specialty! You can find Michelle at www.michellecornishauthor.com. She also writes children's books with her kids as A.J. Kormon. And for more about our host Lisa Kess…

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EP 336 - Coming Out of The Writer Closet with Bradley Charbonneau 58:03

5M ago58:03

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Mark interviews Bradley Charbonneau about his new book PROCRASTINATE and his new "Book in a Weekend" program for writers. Prior to the interview, Mark shares comments from recent episodes, thanks Patrons, provides a personal update, and shares a word about this episode's sponsor. You can learn more about how you can get your audiobooks distributed …

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Psychological Thrillers with NYT Bestseller Rebecca Hanover on Book Lights 31:00

5M ago31:00

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Rebecca Hanover is the New York Times bestselling author of THE SIMILARS duology. After graduating from Stanford University with a BA in English and drama, Rebecca joined the writing team of the CBS daytime drama GUIDING LIGHT, where she earned an Emmy Award. Still, she never lost her love of books—particularly YA. She now writes Young Adult as wel…

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EP 335 - So You Failed NaNoWriMo 29:18

5M ago29:18

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So it's December 1st, and NaNoWriMo is over. And everywhere around you, fellow author friends are posting on social media that they made it, they did it. They wrote 50,000 words in a single month. You're happy for them, of course. But you didn't quite make it to that 50,000 word goal yourself. So what do you do? Do you hang your head in shame and d…

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Welcome to The Spy Coast with NYT Best Seller Tess Gerritsen on Book Lights 31:00

5M ago31:00

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Internationally bestselling author Tess Gerritsen took an unusual route to a writing career. A graduate of Stanford University, Tess went on to medical school at the University of California, San Francisco, where she was awarded her M.D. While on maternity leave from her work as a physician, she began to write fiction and in 1987, her first novel, …

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EP 334 - Welcome to the Stupidpocalypse with Brittlestar 55:34

5M ago55:34

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Mark interviews social media funny man Brittlestar (Stewart Reynolds) about his creative work and his new book Welcome to the Stupidpocalypse: Survival Tips for the Dumbageddon. Prior to the main content, Mark shares comments from recent episodes, welcomes a new patron, and offers a word from this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by Mar…

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EP 333 - 10 Things You Likely Didn't Know About Draft2Digital 38:05

6M ago38:05

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Mark shares the audio from a presentation he gave in early November 2023 at 20BooksVegas called "10 Things You Likely Didn't Know About Draft2Digital." This episode is sponsored by Mark's affiliate link to Draft2Digital. Go to https://draft2digital.com/markleslie to sign up for a free Draft2Digital account. The visuals and slides for this presentat…

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Second Chances and Hope with Author Elaine Roth on Book Lights 30:00

6M ago30:00

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Elaine Roth is a New Jersey based author who writes about young widowhood, grief, and dating as a solo parent. Her work has appeared on HuffPost, Refinery29, Modern Loss, and Scary Mommy. Her story was also featured on People.com and in the New York Times. She has two kids and an adorably neurotic rescue dog who keep her busy when she's not writing…

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EP 332 - The Art of Noticing with Johnny B. Truant 20:05

6M ago20:05

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Mark interviews Johnny B. Truant about his new THE ART OF NOTICING podcast. Prior to the main content, Mark leverages his digital AI voice from Eleven Labs to offer a brief introduction as well as a word about this episode's sponsor, the Patrons of the Stark Reflections Podcast. Links of Interest: Johnny B. Truant's Website Mark's YouTube Channel B…

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EP 331 - Self Publishing Made Simple with April M. Cox 41:24

6M ago41:24

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Mark interviews author, coach & CEO/Founder of Little Labradoodle Publishing April Cox. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a brief personal updates and a word about this episode's sponsor, the Authorpreneur Summit 2023. Transform your passion to profit! Unveil the business behind the book and elevate your business acumen with 35+ industry-leading …

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Halloween, Horror, and Comics with Author Francesca Maria on Book Lights 34:00

6M ago34:00

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Francesca Maria writes dark fiction surrounded by cats near the Pacific Ocean. She is the creator of the BLACK CAT CHRONICLES comic book series and her short story collection, THEY HIDE: SHORT STORIES TO TELL IN THE DARK will be out from Brigid's Gate Press in 2023. You can find her at francescamaria.com and on Twitter @Writer_of_Weird You can lear…

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