Best Fantasy Mashup Podcasts (2024)

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Generative AI for Authors With Fiction Author Amina Al Sherif 39:13

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Amina Al Sherif is the author of the Nadiri fiction series. Originally from Cairo Egypt, she immigrated to the United States in 2010 as a first generation Arab-American and African American. Amina is a member of the LGBTQ+ community as well as a BIPOC writer. Amina has worked with the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOCK) for over ten years as a…

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A Mid-year Mashup of all the Rest of the Guests From the Beginning of 2024 30:33

7d ago30:33

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We've hit 132 episodes of The HYBRID Author Podcast! And to celebrate, here's a mashup of the rest of the guests who have appeared on the podcast since March: Episode 120 Built-in Book Marketing with Non-Fiction Author Anna Featherstone Episode 121 Twenty Years of Publishing and Book Consultancy in New York City With Malka Margolies Episode 122 Act…

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What to do and Not to do Hybrid Publishing With Non-Fiction Christian Author Noah Asher 31:43

14d ago31:43

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Noah Asher is an award winnning author of non-fiction Christian book Chaos: Overcoming The Overwhelming. An important book, carrying a big message and purpose where every book sold, a copy will be donated to a prison library or rehab centre across America. In the 131st episode of The HYBRID Author Podcast host Joanne Morrell, author of women's fict…

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‘Right Way Down Collating a Work of Children’s Poetry for Traditional Publication’ With Rebecca Newman and Sally Murphy 35:51

21d ago35:51

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Rebecca Newman is a children’s poet and flash fiction author. Her poetry has been published in The School Magazine (NSW Department of Education), a children’s poetry anthology (Bloomsbury, UK) and exhibited at Paper Bird Books and Art in Fremantle, Western Australia. Her flash fiction for adults has been shortlisted in competitions, and published i…

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TikTok Tips for Authors with Fantasy Author Renee Hayes 41:18

28d ago41:18

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Born in tropical Far North Queensland, Renee Hayes author of fantasy books The girl who broke the world and the girl who freed the darkness, is a true dream architect, who crafts captivating tales that transport readers to realms where the extraordinary becomes reality. After working as a dental assistant for six years, Renee’s life has turned on t…

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An Almost Mid-year Mashup of Some of The Guests in 2024 27:25

1M ago27:25

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To celebrate episode 128, here is an almost mid-year mashup of some of the first guests of The HYBRID Author Podcast in 2024, such as: Episode 108 Atmosphere Press, Taking Charge of Your Destiny as a Creator, Ignore the Haters or Lower Your Standards? With Dr Nick Courtright Episode 109 Making Money with Emotion With Award Winning Author of Specula…

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Setting up as a Micropublisher Through Print on Demand (POD) With Author and Screenwriter Les Zig 45:56

1M ago45:56

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Les Zig has worked in publishing for the last fifteen years, specialising in structural editing and self-publishing. He is the author of This (MidnightSun Publishing 2023), Prudence (ECG Press 2023), August Falling (Pantera Press 2018), Just Another Week in Suburbia (Pantera Press 2017), and Pride (Busybird Publishing 2017). His stories focus on ch…

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Just Write For Kids Picture Book 'Our Australian HeART' With Front Cover Illustrator and Picture Book Author and Artist Rachael Robertson 34:08

2M ago34:08

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Rachael Robertson is an author, illustrator and educator. She is passionate about engaging children in art and literature in a fun and interactive way. In the 126th episode of The HYBRID Author Podcast host Joanne Morrell, author of children's and young adult fiction, women's fiction and short non-fiction for authors chats to Rachael about: the Aus…

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Navigating Life’s Complexities and Applying Them in Writing with Non-Fiction Author Liz Long 32:08

2M ago32:08

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Always believing her brain lacked the essential organisation for success, a formal diagnosis at age 58 for Liz Long challenged this belief, offering a new vantage point where being different was not a flaw but an elevated perspective, becoming the cornerstone of her evolving self-understanding. Now, at the forefront of mental health advocacy, Liz s…

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How a Book Succeeds in Making the Reader ‘The Fourth Character’ via Immersive Writing in Travel Memoir 38:45

2M ago38:45

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Jessica Muddit is the founder of Hembury Books. Her second book Once Around the Sun has just released which is all about her adventures and mishaps backpacking solo in Asia. Jessica is passionate about getting lesser told stories out into the world by bypassing the traditional gatekeepers via her disruptive business model as a hybrid publisher. In …

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Using Your Experiences to Connect With Your Audience With Children's Author and Autistic/ADHDer Psychologist Chelsea Luker 29:03

2M ago29:03

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Chelsea Luker is an Autistic/ADHDer psychologist, and is the proud owner of Connect Us Psychology. With a deep-rooted commitment to the Autistic/ADHD community, Chelsea dedicates her professional life to supporting Autistic/ADHD individuals across the lifespan. Chelsea is also a parent to two young neurodivergent children. Drawing from her lived an…

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Actionable Strategies and Tips for Authors Marketing and Selling Books with Smart Author Media Book Marketing Expert Chris Benetti 42:40

3M ago42:40

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Chris Benetti owns Smart Author® Media and is an expert in book marketing. To date, he has helped his clients collectively generate over $20,000,000 in sales from their books and digital offers, and in 2023, Chris sold over 19,000 books for his clients. Chris’ mission is to make marketing and selling books easy to understand for business owners by …

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Twenty Years of Publishing and Book Consultancy in New York City With Malka Margolies 37:52

3M ago37:52

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With over twenty years' experience within the publishing industry, Malka Margolies is a Book Consultant, Senior Public Relations and Communications Executive and Nonfiction Judaica Books Expert based out of New York city. In the 121st episode of The HYBRID Author Podcast host Joanne Morrell, author of children's and young adult fiction, women's fic…

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Built-in Book Marketing with Nonfiction Author Anna Featherstone 37:04

3M ago37:04

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Anna Featherstone is an author whisperer, empowering writers at various stages of their writing, publishing, and book marketing journey. She is the non-fiction advisor to the Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi) and founder of Bold Authors, a collaborative course hub where authors share knowledge and nous. The author of five books, her title Look…

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Collaging a Hybrid Memoir Through Unearthing Stories Within Your Family with Award Winning Author and Playwright Zack Rogow 32:34

3M ago32:34

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Zack Rogow is an award winning author, editor or translator of more than 20 books and works for theatre. His play has been performed world wide and his blog ‘Advice for Writers’ features more than 275 posts. Zack’s upcoming memoir 'Hugging my Father's Ghost' will be released in 2024. In the 119th episode of The HYBRID Author Podcast host Joanne Mor…

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Creative Freedom, the Ability to Create Without Barriers, the Fear of Judgment or any Preconceived Ideas About the Creative Process and Artistic "Rules" with Joanne Morrell 24:44

4M ago24:44

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In the 118th episode of The HYBRID Author Podcast host Joanne Morrell, author of children's and young adult fiction, women's fiction and short non fiction for authors chats about Creative Freedom and how we can apply it to our writing, our publishing endeavours and making an income from our books. Up to listen now folks (links in the bio) and as al…

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Balancing Energy and Focus to Write a Full Manuscript While Raising a Family With Children's Author Calum Greenall 34:07

4M ago34:07

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Calum Greenall is a mental health nurse and self-published author. His award-winning debut picture-book, Sam's Stormy Night is the first in a four-part series, with the second, Barry's Broken Dam out now. Along with other self-publishing projects, Calum is also in the process of trying to secure a traditionally published contract. In the 117th epis…

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Publishing to a Professional Standard with Publisher and Editor Bernadette Foley 32:07

4M ago32:07

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For 30 years, Bernadette Foley has worked in-house and freelance for many of Australia’s leading publishing companies, including in the role of fiction and non-fiction publisher at Hachette Australia and Pan Macmillan. Since 2015, she’s run Broadcast Books, working directly with writers, assisting and encouraging them to develop their writing skill…

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How to Chair a Panel With Children's Author and Award-winning Short Story Writer Nadia L King 34:39

4M ago34:39

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Nadia L King is an Australian author of Indian and Irish descent. She is a children’s author and award-winning short story writer who believes passionately in the power of stories to make the world a better place. Nadia is currently undertaking postgraduate studies in English and creative writing. She is a proud role model for Books In Homes and li…

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The Author Launchpad Helping Authors of Non-fiction Earn an Income From Their Books with Chris Trammell 56:29

5M ago56:29

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Chris Trammell is the creator, head coach, and CEO of The Author Launchpad, a program where he helps Authors, Speakers, and Experts make life-changing recurring income and a fulfilling impact using his proven 3-Phase System. Chris has been a Performance Coach for over 3 decades, Curriculum Writer and Course developer for the Los Angeles Zoo High Sc…

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Writing Graphic Novels for Kids With Joel McKerrow 32:32

5M ago32:32

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Joel McKerrow is an award winning writer, keynote speaker, creativity specialist, children's author, educator and, having performed for hundreds of thousands of people throughout the world, is one of Australia’s most successful internationally touring, performance poets. In the 113th episode of The HYBRID Author podcast host Joanne Morrell, author …

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The Seven Figure Marketing Mindset for Novelists With Jody J Sperling 40:44

5M ago40:44

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Jody J. Sperling is a novelist, podcaster, husband, and father. He's obsessed with writing the best books and showing other authors how to make the best books, bestsellers. In the 112th episode of The HYBRID Author podcast host Joanne Morrell, author of children's and young adult fiction, women's fiction and short non fiction for authors chats to J…

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Will You or Won't You AI? With Joanne Morrell 43:51

5M ago43:51

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The Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) conversation within the writing community exploded in 2023. Watching both sides battle for and against from afar, host Joanne Morrell, author of children's and young adult fiction, women's fiction and short non fiction for authors, experiments with AI on her own terms. Joanne shares her findings as well a…

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Mel Torrefranca on What Motivates Young Authors to Write 36:01

5M ago36:01

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Mel Torrefranca is a novelist from the San Francisco Bay Area, now residing in the jungly mountains of Northern Thailand. Her books feature morally gray characters, bold endings, and a pinch of awkward humor. Mel published her debut novel, Leaving Wishville, in high school at aged 17! In the 110th episode of the HYBRID Author Podcast host Joanne Mo…

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Making Money with Emotion With Award Winning Author of Speculative and Contemporary Fiction Zena Shapter 36:54

6M ago36:54

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Zena Shapter is a multi-award-winning author of speculative and contemporary fiction. She is a mentor, manuscript assessor, editor, publishing assistant and facilitator of writing groups. In the 109th episode of The HYBRID Author Podcast host Joanne Morrell, author of children's and young adult fiction, women's fiction and short non fiction for aut…

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Atmosphere Press, Taking Charge of Your Destiny as a Creator, Ignore the Haters or Lower Your Standards? With Dr Nick Coutright 45:22

6M ago45:22

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Dr. Nick Courtright is Founder and Executive Editor of Atmosphere Press. Recently publishing it’s 1000th title, Atmosphere press, is a literary hybrid publisher, stewarding a team of 40 providing meaningful and rewarding experiences to writers. Nick is also the author of the poetry collections The Forgotten World, Let There Be Light, and Punchline.…

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Lessons Learned in 2023 and What's in Store for 2024 24:49

6M ago24:49

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Happy New Year when it comes! And to celebrate, episode 107 is on Lessons Learned in 2023 and What’s In Store for 2024. Where host of The HYBRID Author podcast, Joanne Morrell, author of children's and young adult fiction, women's fiction and short non fiction for authors chats lessons learned, money earned and whether she hit her goals in 2022 Les…

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A Merry Xmas Mashup of 2023 HYBRID Author Guests Since September 32:40

6M ago32:40

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Merry Christmas when it comes! And to celebrate, here's a mashup of 2023 guests of The HYBRID Author Podcast since September. This includes: Episode 92 Preparing For Podcast Appearances with me Joanne Morrell Episode 93 Tess Woods on The Little Red Street Library Episode 94 Writing Authentic Historical Fiction with S. J. Butler Episode 95 Workshopp…

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From Manuscript to Bestseller: The Transformative Power of Professional Guidance’ With Author and Visionary Entrepreneur Andrea Puting 35:23

7M ago35:23

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Andrea Puting is a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of Chocolate and Coffee Day for Religious Harmony. Her best-selling and award-winning books, "Compassionate Prosperity" and "Compassionate Purpose," weave together the threads of social mission with the quest for deeper meaning in our lives. As a speaker and podcast host, Andrea advocates fo…

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Mental Health in Writers With Memoir Prose Poet Cynthia Marie Hoffman 41:54

7M ago41:54

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Cynthia Marie Hoffman is the author of four collections of poetry, all published with Persea Books. Her newest, Exploding Head, out in February 2024, is a memoir-in-prose-poems about her lifelong journey with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). In the 104th episode of The HYBRID Author Podcast host Joanne Morrell, author of children's and young ad…

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An Almost Merry Xmas Mashup for 2023 28:01

7M ago28:01

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It's the 1st of December! And to celebrate the 103rd episode of The HYBRID Author podcast, we have an almost merry Xmas mashup of some of the past podcast guests since June. This includes: Episode 79 Marketing Advertising for Authors with Prolific Crime Thriller Writer Phillip Strang Episode 80 Brock Swinson on ‘Ink by The Barrel, Secrets From Prol…

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Producing Indie Audiobooks For Kids with Julie Anne Grasso 33:07

7M ago33:07

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Julie Anne Grasso is an indie author of the Frankie Dupont Mystery Series for middle grade. She works part time in public libraries as a storyteller and in July 2024 her debut picture book “Hooray, Hooray, It’s Library Day,” will be released by Scholastic making her an official hybrid author! In the 102nd episode of The HYBRID Author Podcast host J…

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Writing Through Difficult Times With Children's Co-Author Lauren Hackney 37:53

8M ago37:53

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Lauren Hackney is the co-author of the children's book series 'The Lolly Shop'. A bedtime tale collaborated with her 2 sons, emerging through the darkness of despair. Together, in the difficultest of times, they found escapism and joy through the power of writing. In the 101th episode of The HYBRID Author podcast host Joanne Morrell, author of chil…

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Lessons Learned Hitting 100 Episodes of The HYBRID Author Podcast! 21:52

8M ago21:52

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The HYBRID Author Podcast has hit 100 episodes! To celebrate host Joanne Morrell, author of children's and young adult fiction, women's fiction and short non fiction for authors, celebrates by sharing lessons learned from hitting 100; Joanne chats the origins of the show podcast processes analytics author tips, fears and favs from past guests and w…

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Sarah Epstein 'A Year in The Life of an Indie Author' 56:11

8M ago56:11

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Sarah Epstein is an award-winning Australian HYBRID author of suspenseful psychological thrillers and contemporary young adult fiction. In the 99th episode of The HYBRID Author Podcast host Joanne Morrell, author of children's and young adult fiction, women's fiction and short non fiction for authors, chats to Sarah about: lessons learned: one year…

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Larrikin House Publishers Dani Vee and James Layton on Submissions and The HYBRID Business Model 53:25

8M ago53:25

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Dani Vee is a podcaster of the popular literary podcast Words and Nerds. She works in publicity and acquisitions at Larrikin House and is also an author of picture books which include ‘My EXTRAordinary Mum', and the ‘My EPIC Dad!’ series. James Layton is the Larri-King of Larrikin House, running two successful businesses. He is unwavering in his co…

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Picture Book Author Ky Garvey on Making Time to Write Being a Creative Carer to Children with Special Needs 45:14

9M ago45:14

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Ky Garvey is an author who writes fun and engaging stories that turn challenges into triumphs in a way that is supportive, inclusive and empowering. She also writes and hosts the podcast Totally Lit and has two sons diagnosed with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and ADHD. In the 97th episode of The HYBRID Author Podcast host Joanne Morrell, author of ch…

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Writing The Shadow With Non-fiction Award-nominated, New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Thriller Author Joanna Penn 45:15

9M ago45:15

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Award winning podcaster and creative entrepreneur Joanna Penn writes non-fiction for authors and is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling thriller author as J.F.Penn. In the 96th episode of The HYBRID Author Podcast host Joanne Morrell, author of children's and young adult fiction, women's fiction and short non-fiction for authors, chats to Jo…

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Workshopping in Libraries with Children's Indie Author Kristy Nita Brown 44:44

9M ago44:44

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Kristy Nita Brown is an indie author of junior fiction and a qualified teacher and TAFE lecturer. Kristy delivers creative writing, independent publishing and film making workshops at libraries and schools, and is an active member of the Australian writing community. In the 95th episode of the HYBRID Author Podcast host Joanne Morrell, author of ch…

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Writing Authentic Historical Fiction with S. J. Butler 28:46

9M ago28:46

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S. J. Butler was born in London, England, and grew up writing poetry in the Essex countryside. After graduating from university in her fifties, her dream was always to become a published author. A Very British Disaster which is historical fiction based on a true story during the very first Anglo-Afghan war in 1838 is the realisation of that dream. …

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Tess Woods on The Little Red Street Library 38:05

9M ago38:05

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Tess Woods is an Australian physiotherapist and bestselling and award winning author of contemporary fiction. Tess recently launched The Little Red Street Library in her neighbourhood; a free library to showcase and promote Australian authors. In the 93rd episode of The HYBRID Author podcast host Joanne Morrell, author of children's and young adult…

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Preparing For Podcast Appearances With Joanne Morrell 30:27

10M ago30:27

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In the 92nd episode of The HYBRID Author Podcast host Joanne Morrell, author of children's and young adult fiction, women's fiction and short non fiction for authors, shares tips on how you can prepare for podcast appearances: identifying your podcast appearance podcast processes preparing your podcast recording space calming nerves preparing your …

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Signing Your Second Book Deal With Children's Picture Book Author Jevita Nilson 28:00

10M ago28:00

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Jevita Nilson is a published children's author from Perth who is passionate about writing lyrical fiction and non-fiction picture books. Her stories weave together nature, family, emotions, and the eternal joys of childhood. She also writes fun rhyming picture books for the pre-school market. Her first book, Happy Hearts, was published in 2020, and…

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Your HYBRID Author Profile and How to Build Balance Sustaining a HYBRID Author Career 25:45

10M ago25:45

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In the 90th! Episode of the HYBRID Author Podcast host Joanne Morrell, author of children's and young adult fiction, women's fiction and short non fiction for authors, defines the various traits which make up your hybrid author profile. Joanne also offers insights into how you can build balance sustaining a hybrid author career through small steps,…

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Presenting to Kids with Nat Amoore and Cathie Tasker 46:19

10M ago46:19

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Nat Amoore is a Sydney-based writer and author of secrets of a schoolyard millionaire, the power of positive pranking, the right way to rock and we run tomorrow. Once a publisher and editor, Cathie Tasker has edited and commissioned over 800 books and now works as a creative writing teacher and freelance project manager of picture books. In the 89t…

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Breaking into Screenwriting with Children's Author and Screenwriter Kathryn Lefroy 44:23

11M ago44:23

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Kathryn Lefroy writes screenplays for film and TV, novels, and articles about technology for some of the world’s top brands. Her family feature film, Whale Shark Jack, is shooting on location in Exmouth later this year. She’s currently developing a number of other film and TV projects with production companies across the USA, UK, Australia, and Ind…

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Small Press Author Process with Children's Author Jen Sherrington and Wild Eyed Press Publisher Leanne White 36:59

11M ago36:59

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Jen Sherrington is a children’s author and educator based in Perth, Western Australia. Leanne White is a fine artist, children’s book illustrator, editor and publisher within Wild Eyed Press: a small traditional publishing house with a strong focus on Australian natural environment. In the 87th episode of the HYBRID Author Podcast host Joanne Morre…

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A Body of Work With Award Winning Young Adult Author AJ Betts 42:24

11M ago42:24

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A.J. Betts is an author, speaker, teacher, columnist and keen cyclist. Her latest work is a fun realistic novel called ONE SONG, about a teenage band trying to record a song to enter into the prestigious Triple J Unearthed High competition. Her earlier books include the two-book speculative fiction series comprising of HIVE and Rogue and ZAC & MIA …

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Intuitive Somatic Mentor and Award Winning Non-Fiction Author Stacey Webb on Limiting Beliefs in Authorship 40:05

11M ago40:05

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Stacey Webb is the Author of the Multi-Award-Winning Book, ‘The Intuitive Detective’ a healing memoir on how following your intuition can support your healing journey, which includes her time on being a detective within the Police Force. She has recently released her second book 'Foundations of Tapping and The Foundations of Tapping Companion Workb…

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Writing Metaphor With Children's Author Molly Fernandes 34:43

12M ago34:43

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As a teacher and writer just starting her children's author adventure, Molly Fernandes is well versed in writing metaphor. Her works include rhyming picture book Owen's Afternoon Tea and novel Call of The Boodier. In the 84th episode of the HYBRID Author Podcast host Joanne Morrell, author of children's and young adult fiction and short non fiction…

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