The Kobo Writing Life Podcast features exciting interviews with bestselling authors, tips on the craft and business of writing, and advice for successfully self-publishing. Millions of readers are waiting to discover your book - self-publish today at www.kobo.com/writinglife
Mark Dawson is a best selling self-published author on multiple platforms including Amazon and Kobo. He is the author of the John Milton thriller series and its spin-off Beatrix Rose. In addition, he’s written several ‘Soho Noir' novels. Mark’s breakthrough came when he developed a marketing strategy for promoting and selling his books. His swift success enabled him to quit his 9 to 5 job and he has generated gross revenues of more than a million dollars in less than five years. Mark has bec ...
Do you wanna learn more about how to improve your dancing next to your trainings and classes? Then this podcast is for you! Dancers Are Athletes Too is a podcast where we discuss the athletic aspects of dancing, such as nutrition, workouts, recovery, injuries and so on. Each episode features an interview with an expert in the field who applies the aspects normally only considered for traditional athletes to dancers or a dancer who incorporates nutrition and workouts in their training schedul ...
Author David Wood and guests talk about the writing life, the craft, and how to succeed in publishing.
lets talk about stuff, money stuff, economic stuff, investing and the intersection with politics.
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The Story Studio Podcast - Writing, Storytelling, and Marketing Advice for Writers & Business


Stories turn songs into symphonies, events into memories, and lives into legends. In our crowded world, “knowing your story” cuts through the noise so you can make your mark — whether you want to sell more books, increase profits, or just make a difference. At Sterling & Stone, Story is our business. The Story Studio Podcast is where we explore ways we can all tell our stories better.
MyKitaab Podcast will help you in your journey of publishing and marketing your book. Your show's guests answer the question "I have written a book, how do I get it published in India?" Host Amar Vyas interviews authors, editors, publishers and entrepreneurs in publishing. We talk about audiobooks, translations, productivity, book marketing, social media for authors, self publishing, and ebooks. The guests on this show include authorpreneur Joanna Penn, entrepreneurs Leonard Fernandes (Cinna ...
The unofficial podcast of literary misfits everywhere who want to engage with books of "substance" (i.e. serious, respected, heavy, philosophical, classic), or at least considered such.
Podcast by Tsjeverijen
Christopher (@cdhermelin) and Drew (@drewsof) talk about reading, literature, publishing, and trying to make it through their never-dwindling stack of things to read. All with a themed drink in their hands. Recorded at the Damn Library in Brooklyn, NY. For show info, book lists, and drink recipes, visit somanydamnbooks.com
SHE Reads is a podcast that grew out of discussions about books and reading among a group of friends that needed books to feel connected to each other and the world.
A proven professional with international and domestic marketing, branding and sales experience in the consumer and business-to-business industries. Built a reputation on consistently driving the profitable growth and market success by focusing on market share, brand awareness and building the business bottom line for such renowned brands as Citrix Online, Philips Electronics, Norelco, Marantz, Magnavox, Netgear and Honeywell. Honors graduate and faculty member of Florida International Univer ...
Each week, the Gadget Lab Video Podcast reports on the hottest tech releases. If gadget lust has you craving the latest gizmo, smart commentary from industry insiders and Wired's staff can help you decide. Wondering which gadgets to buy? What's coming next? How much to spend? Watch, and be enlightened.
The Authorpreneur Podcast is hosted by Indie Author, Amelia D. Hay. The show acts as a virtual writing and business coach for fiction writers. Every Thursday, Amelia will teach you how to develop a story idea, create compelling characters and outline your novel. In each season of the podcast, you will learn how to write your first draft, revise your story, self-publish, establish your author platform, and reach readers. Season one of the podcast is on Plot and Story Structure, and the upcomi ...
Winner - 2010 USA Book News Award in Home: Environmental/Health. Dr. Joyce Starr rocks the power with solution-driven content and wit. A noted author, publisher and radio talk show host, she's a passionate advocate for consumer rights, economic rights, homeowner rights, health rights, political rights and security rights. Dr. Starr packs her shows with high-profile guests, cutting-edge topics, hard facts and insights that are ahead of the news. She's a recognized authority on homeowner right ...
Learn all about the audiobook, ebook and e-reader industry!
Author and writing coach Kevin T. Johns interviews the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors that help writers and authors create their art, build their audience, and sell their work.
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Kobo Writing Life Podcast


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#235 - How to Build Skeleton Drafts with Steff Green
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Bestselling paranormal author Steff Green (AKA Steffanie Holmes) joins us on the podcast this week to discuss her writing career and her unique writing process of using Skeleton Drafts. Steff also talks to us about her writing community, Rage Against the Manuscript, revitalizing her blacklist, and what it’s like navigating the publishing world as a…
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The Self Publishing Show


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SPS-267: The Magic Formula to Going Indie - with John Gaspard
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Author John Gaspard on the trick to successfully switching from trad to indie with his magic-themed thrillers.By Mark Dawson: Best-Selling Indie Author and Self Publishing Guru
Aplha represents excess return, should this be a goal?By kalu aja
It happens to all of us, at one point or another, and there's no shame in admitting it: Christopher's in a reading slump. So the guys talk about it, about the latest pandemic wall, about finding joy whenever and wherever a person can. It's a reading snapshot, but sometimes that means there isn't any reading! There isn't even a regular cocktail this…
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The Self Publishing Show


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SPS-266: From Fighting Fires to Writing Romance
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An ex-fire fighter turned novelist provides proof that there must be something to the adage, "Write what you know".By Mark Dawson: Best-Selling Indie Author and Self Publishing Guru
Are there really guaranteed returns in the market?By kalu aja
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Kobo Writing Life Podcast


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#234 - Editing 101 with Kristina Stanley, JoEllen Nordstrom, and Lisa Lepki
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We are joined by three editing professionals on the podcast this week: Kristina Stanley, the creator of Fictionary, JoEllen Nordstrom, the founder of First Editing, and Lisa Lepki, head of marketing for ProWritingAid. Kristina, JoEllen, and Lisa walk us through the editing process, from story editing to proofreading, and discuss everything an autho…
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The Self Publishing Show


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SPS-265: How to Make a Living Writing Book Club Fiction - with Boo Walker
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Bestselling author Boo Walker on writing upmarket fiction and being published by Amazon imprint, Lake Union Publishing.By Mark Dawson: Best-Selling Indie Author and Self Publishing Guru
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Books of Some Substance


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66 - Amy Hempel's Collected Stories (Guest: Alfred Brown IV)
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Meet Alfred Brown IV, educator and vocalist of the LA hardcore punk band Dangers. He’s into Amy Hempel. Like, really into Amy Hempel. Listen in for a deep conversation covering everything from the unintended emptiness of slogan-heavy lyrics to Hempel’s short story rhythm to questioning the need to categorize any type of writing — fiction, non-ficti…
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Kobo Writing Life Podcast


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#233 - Building an Engaged Readership with Courtney Milan
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New York Times bestselling author Courtney Milan joins us on the podcast this week. Courtney’s book The Duke Who Didn’t was on New York Times’ most notable books of 2020, and she tells us about her writing career, why she loves writing historical romances, and how to build a strong, engaged readership. Courtney is also a strong advocate for diversi…
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So Many Damn Books


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155: Jenny Offill (WEATHER) & Jean Rhys' WIDE SARGASSO SEA
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Jenny Offill, author of Weather (now out in paperback) joins the Damn Library through the internet tubes. Christopher makes a second drink for the book (after he and his wife Sarah discussed it during one of the early pandemic eps), there's talk of How Things Have Changed and the writing process, and Jenny sends us to warmer climes with her book cl…
talking about the Central Bank of Nigeria prohibition on CryptocurrenciesBy kalu aja
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What fuels a dancer with Leah Slavens Haggard
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In this episode we welcome Leah Slavens Haggard on the show! Leah is a professional freelance ballerina and a certified nutrition health coach. She explains how to properly fuel your body as a dancer, how to meal prep, the importance of hunger cues, and much more. Press play and enjoy! Get in touch with Leah via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com…
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The Self Publishing Show


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SPS-264: Discovery Writing & Digging for Niches - with Steff Green
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Bestselling indie paranormal and fantasy author, Steff Green, explains how she hopes to inspire new readers through her style of discovery writing and the importance of appealing to market niches for self-published writers.By Mark Dawson: Best-Selling Indie Author and Self Publishing Guru
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The Authorpreneur Podcast - Writing & Self Publishing Tips


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BTS037, Writing to Market, Book Formatting Services and Hiring an Alpha Reader on Fiverr
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After much deliberation, I come to terms with my struggles with the notion of whether I should continue to write more books in the James Lalonde series. Which leads me to announce that I'm letting myself write another series in a different sub-genre alongside writing the James Lalonde series. I guess the short version of that is I'm writing to mark…
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Kobo Writing Life Podcast


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#232 - Hockey Heroes and Self Care with Kelly Jamieson
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USA Today bestselling romance author Kelly Jamieson talks to us about her newest series with Penguin Random House, Bears Hockey. She also discusses why self care is vital for authors, and why celebrity heroes are so popular among readers! Join the platform that’s fast, free and easy. www.kobo.com/writinglife…
After months of frustration with the slow speed of my website, I took the plunge and moved web hosts. And in this episode, I discuss the dramas with moving from one WebHost to another. Spoiler alert, I’m happy with my move, and I’m wondering why I didn’t do it earlier. But, the move took some time. In September, I found myself lured in by another m…
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The Self Publishing Show


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SPS-263: Plotting Your Book, Made Easy - with Ryan Zee & Cameron Sutter
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The founders of smart plotting app, Plottr, on the evolution of their service and how it can boost author productivity.By Mark Dawson: Best-Selling Indie Author and Self Publishing Guru
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Kobo Writing Life Podcast


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#231 - How to Succeed as a Hybrid Author with Rebecca Zanetti
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New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Zanetti is on the podcast this week to discuss her writing process and what her experience has been like as a hybrid author. Rebecca talks to us about her decision to try indie publishing and why she chose to self-publish her most recent series, The Anna Albertini Files, she discusses the challenges of jugg…
Ok, let me tell you about shorting a stockBy kalu aja
thoughts on raising the participation of small cap firm listing on the Nigerian Stock ExchangeBy kalu aja
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So Many Damn Books


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154: Mateo Askaripour (BLACK BUCK) & Sam Greenlee's THE SPOOK WHO SAT BY THE DOOR
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The guys get caffeinated, distantly, with Mateo Askaripour to talk about his fantastic debut novel, Black Buck. They chat about telling your own story even if someone else is telling a similar one, about weaving life into art, and about how fiction is more fun than non-fiction. Plus, an out-of-print classic for Book Club that deserves to be brought…
Dear World, Kōbō Abe sees your absurdity and raises you one box! A box to live in, specifically. And a box to meld with the psyche of the inhabitant. If it’s not clear, we’re talking about Abe’s 1973 novel The Box Man, a how-to guide on how to construct your own box in which to dwell and/or a challenging narrative (or, perhaps, narratives?) on the …
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SPS-262: 2020: The Year for Author Innovation
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PublishDrive's Kinga Jentetics discusses the impact of the 2020 pandemic on the worlds of writing and publishing and reveals her company's planned innovations for the new year.By Mark Dawson: Best-Selling Indie Author and Self Publishing Guru
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The Authorpreneur Podcast - Writing & Self Publishing Tips


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A Quick Guide on How to Get Interviewed on Podcasts for Fiction Authors
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The problem with helpful book marketing suggestions like"get interviewed on podcasts," is no one actually tells you how to create a pitch that will land you an interview. In this bonus episode, I will share three tips and a six step formula that will help you craft a better pitch and hopefully, get you a podcast interview. Obviously, I can't make a…
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The Story Studio Podcast - Writing, Storytelling, and Marketing Advice for Writers & Business


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State of the Industry: Patterns and Lessons
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It’s a wrap! Season 1: State of the Industry is done. After interviewing some truly stellar guests with their fingers on the pulse of what’s going on in all different areas of self-publishing, the guys, Niamh, and Bonnie sit back to discuss what patterns they’ve seen and what lessons they’ve learned. The gang discusses being mindful both of what th…
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#230 - Building Your Readership on YouTube with Teen Author Sophie Torro
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Sophie Torro, a sixteen year old Canadian author, joins us on the podcast this week. Sophie has been writing stories her entire life and she talks to us about how this passion has evolved and led her to publishing seven books (and counting!) before finishing high school. Sophie also talks to us about her writing process, how she balances school wit…
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SPS-261: How to Turn Your Book into a Hallmark Movie - with Barbara Hinske
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Ex-attorney Barbara Hinske on how she came to writing for a living and the process of seeing her book transformed into a movie.By Mark Dawson: Best-Selling Indie Author and Self Publishing Guru
Will bitcoin rise to $100,000 or crash to $1000? its a numbers gameBy kalu aja
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The Story Studio Podcast - Writing, Storytelling, and Marketing Advice for Writers & Business


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State of the Industry with Craig Martell
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“There’s never been a better time to be an indie author,” Craig Martell says on this episode of the Story Studio Podcast. Craig Martell runs the 20 Books to 50K facebook group and events with Michael Anderle who we also interviewed in this State of the Industry series. In this interview, Craig shares the behind the scenes of both his own wildly suc…
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Kobo Writing Life Podcast


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#229 - Breaking Barriers with Legendary Hollywood Actress Irene Tsu
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Actress, artist, and writer Irene Tsu joins us on the podcast this week to discuss her debut memoir, A Water Color Dream: The Many Lives of Irene Tsu. Irene tells us about her life and career as an actor, from a child dreaming of becoming a ballerina to becoming one of the first working Asian-American actors in Hollywood, appearing in films alongsi…
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153: George Saunders (A SWIM IN A POND IN THE RAIN) & Leo Tolstoy's MASTER AND MAN
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Guess who zooms in this time? It's George Saunders himself, certified MacArthur Genius, launching his new book about writing and Russian short story masters, A Swim in a Pond in the Rain: In Which Four Russians Give a Master Class on Writing, Reading, and Life. Christopher and Drew ask him about what teaching taught him about writing, how he keeps …
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the way i see it


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Understanding Investing Zoom Series 2 01/09/2021
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Webinar on understanding investing, Bonds, Equities and Asset AllocationBy kalu aja