From drafts to dollars: learn the secrets to writing, editing, publishing, and marketing to turn your fiction writing into a profitable business. Are you a fiction writer? Does having to write, edit, do cover design, keep up on market trends, research, get reviews, etc leave you feeling overwhelmed? Is marketing your book so confusing that you feel like you’re just throwing money into a shredder to make confetti? Are you a great writer but struggle with grammar, long and winding sentences, c ...
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EP 39: Overcoming Procrastination: Unlock Your Writing Potential with Rochelle Melander
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Welcome back, my friends! 🖋️ In today's episode, we delve deep with Rochelle Melander, a renowned speaker, certified professional coach, and author of 12 books including the acclaimed "Write Your Book This Year." Whether you're battling writer's block, struggling with procrastination, or just looking to jazz up your writing routine, this episode pa…
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EP 38: Karen Anne Coccioli: An LGBTQ Writer's Tale of Overcoming and Owning Her Story
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Welcome back, aspiring Austins and Hemingway hopefuls! In this enthralling episode of Pen to Profit, I, Ray Evans, dive deep with Karen Anne Coccioli, a fascinating figure with roots as rich as a compost heap at an Italian vineyard. Born in the bustling diversity of Jersey City, Karen has channeled her multicultural upbringing and personal challeng…
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Ep 37: Finding Your Voice: Empowering Black and Brown Moms with Coach Josee Smith!
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🎤 Welcome back, wordsmiths and plot weavers! It's your host Ray Evans on the ever-entertaining "Pen to Profit Podcast: Fiction Writing Tips." Today we're cozying up with Josie Smith, a beacon of inspiration for black and brown working moms and indie author extraordinaire of the "Hemlock Inn Mysteries" series. 📚✨ Why Tune In? 🎧 Empowerment: Josie's …
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Ep 36: Crafting Stories that Matter: Mental Health, Authorship & Marketing with Tyler Wittkofsky
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🎙️ Title: Crafting Stories that Matter: Mental Health, Authorship & Marketing with Tyler Wittkofsky! 👨💻 Host: Ray Evans - Proofreader, Copy Editor, Writing Consultant 👤 Guest: Tyler Wittkofsky - Multi-genre author, podcaster, and publisher Why This Episode Matters: Are you a budding author wrestling with the behemoth of self-publishing, or maybe a…
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Ep 35: Overcoming Boundaries: Win Charles' Strategies on Writing and Changing the Narrative on Disability
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Episode Summary: In this power-packed episode of the "Pen to Profit Podcast," your host, Ray Evans, sits down with the awe-inspiring Win Charles. Born with cerebral palsy, Win has shattered barriers as an author, motivational speaker, and CEO. She shares her journey from using speech dictation technology to write books to competing in triathlons an…
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Ep 34: Lessons Learned from Writing A Book A Month with Brittany Plumeri
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Hey, literary lions and letter-loving legionnaires, saddle up your metaphors and mosey on down for another rip-roaring episode of the "Pen to Profit Podcast: Fiction Writing Tips." 🖊️🌟 I'm your host, Ray Evans, back again to grease the wheels of your creative wagons with insights so bright you'll need shades! Why You Should Tune In: Ever felt like …
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EP 33: Tips for Crafting and Refining Your Book Series with Bonnie KT Dillabough
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🚀 Welcome back, Hemingway Hopefuls and Aspiring Austens! Dive into another episode of the "Pen to Profit Podcast" where we leap into the literary multiverse with the spectacular Bonnie KT Dillabough. Bonnie, a late bloomer who published her first book at 64, now boasts a sprawling series blending science fiction with fantasy—dragons meet robots, fo…
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Ep 32: Worlds Beyond Words: Starting a Successful Writing Career After 64 (with Bonnie K.T. Dillabough)
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Summary: In this episode of Pen to Profit, Ray Evans, your guide in the literary wilderness, brings you the story of Bonnie Dillabough - a writer who infuses science fiction with the magic of fantasy. Bonnie, who began her writing journey post-retirement, shares insights from her series "The Dimensional Alliance," weaving dragons, robots, and multi…
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Ep 31: Amplifying Female Voices in Writing: Moving Beyond Self-Doubt with Charlotte Chippperfield
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Episode Summary: In this captivating episode of the Pen to Profit Podcast, Ray Evans sits down with the illustrious Charlotte Chipperfield, the visionary behind Her Narrative. With her unique blend of developmental editing prowess and life coaching certification, Charlotte is on a mission to empower female authors. We delve into the intricacies of …
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Ep 30: Manifesting Success and Embracing AI in Your Writing Process with Carisa Andrews
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Introduction: Hey there, you grammatical gunslingers and syntactical sorcerers, welcome back to another episode of the "Pen to Profit Podcast: Fiction Writing Tips." I'm your host, Ray Evans, wielding the mighty pen to carve paths through the dense forest of fiction writing. In this episode, we're embarking on an expedition into the brave new world…
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EP 29: Catherine Butterfield's Journey from Actress to Author!
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Welcome back, you literary alchemists and narrative necromancers, to the "Pen to Profit Podcast: Fiction Writing Tips," where we slice through the Gordian knots of grammar, unbox the Pandora’s box of publishing, and occasionally take a detour through the catacombs of history. I’m Ray Evans, your harbinger of prose and profitability, armed with a qu…
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Ep 28: An Author's Guide to Surviving Self-Publishing with A. M. Geever
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Ladies and gentlemen, writers of all genres, and enthusiasts of the undead, welcome to another riveting episode of the "Pen to Profit Podcast: Fiction Writing Tips." I'm Ray Evans, your sagacious guide through the wilderness of grammar, storytelling, and self-publishing success. Today, we're venturing into the shadowy realms of post-apocalyptic nar…
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Ep 27: Solving the Mystery of Author Success with best-selling author Tom Fowler
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Introduction: Hey there, literary aficionados and scribblers of the night! Welcome back to the Pen to Profit Podcast, where we dive deep into the trenches of writing, editing, and publishing, all while keeping it lighter than a helium balloon at a comedy club. I'm your host, Ray Evans, coming to you live from the iconic Simpsons' residence (don't m…
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Ep 26: Unlocking Creativity with Liz Mugavero: Mysteries, Mentorship, and the Magic of "Woo-woo"
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**Introduction:** Hey there, word sleuths and narrative ninjas! Welcome back to another gripping episode of the "Pen to Profit Podcast: Fiction Writing Tips," where we dive into the enigmatic world of writing with a side of whimsy. I'm your host, Ray Evans, your goto guy for all things editing, proofreading, and spinning yarns into gold. Today, we'…
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Ep 25: Pro Publishing Secrets Revealed! With Michele DeFillippo!
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Welcome back, all you scribes and scriveners, to another episode of Pen to Profit Podcast. Ray Evans here, your guide from first draft to bestseller list. Today's episode is a treasure trove of knowledge for any author looking to navigate the tumultuous seas of self-publishing. We're joined by Michele DeFilippo, a seasoned veteran with over 50 year…
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Ep 24: From First Draft to Fantasy Worlds: Mastering the Author's Quest with Joanna McSpadden!
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Welcome back, literary aficionados and digital sages, to another episode of Pen to Profit Podcast, where we untangle the Gordian knots of the writing world. I'm your host, Ray Evans, your navigator through the labyrinth of syntax and storylines. Today, we've got a special treat - a confluence of the digital and the literary. Meet JoAnna McSpadden, …
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Ep 23: Kiss and Tell: Writing Intimate Scenes with Tasteful Passion
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Kiss and Tell: Writing Intimate Scenes with Tasteful Passion 😘 Welcome back, quill-wielders and storytelling sorcerers, to your favorite rendezvous for unraveling the yarns of fiction. I'm Ray Evans, your maestro in the symphony of syntax and the Picasso of prose. Today, as Cupid sharpens his arrows, we’re diving into the delicate dance of writing …
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Ep 22: Shanti Hershenson: The Journey from 6th Grade Novelist to Author of 16 books by 16
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Ep 22: Shanti Hershenson: The Journey from 6th Grade Novelist to Author of 16 books by 16 **🎧 Episode Overview:** Hey, Pen to Profit enthusiasts! Your favorite host Ray Evans here, bringing you another episode filled with literary gems. Today, we have a special treat - a chat with the young and remarkably prolific author, Shanti Hershenson. Shanti'…
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Episode 21: A Coach's Guide to Writing Success: Insights from Tracee Lydia Gardner
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🎙️Ep 21: A Coach's Guide to Writing Success: Insights from Tracee Lydia Gardner **🎧 Episode Overview:** Greetings, wordsmiths and story-lovers! In this episode of "Pen to Profit Podcast," I, Ray Evans, your neighborhood copy editor and writing consultant, dive deep into the world of writing with Tracee Lydia Gardner. Tracee is not just a prolific a…
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Ep 20: Award-Winning Insights: Marie Jones’ Secrets to Writing Success Revealed!
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**Episode Overview:** Hey there, word wranglers and plot twisters! Welcome to another episode of the “Pen to Profit Podcast.” I’m your host, Ray Evans, a friendly neighborhood writing consultant and copy editor. Today, we're diving into the world of an incredible guest, Marie Jones, a celebrated author and screenwriter whose accolades could give th…
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Ep 19: Kimberly Noel Sullivan: Insights on Building a Successful Indie Author Career
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🎙 **Episode Overview:** Ladies, gents, and literary enthusiasts, you're about to embark on a verbal voyage with Ray Evans and his exceptionally erudite guest, Kimberly Noel Sullivan. It's a rollercoaster ride through the whimsical world of writing, marketing, and the art of balancing life with literary pursuits. **Why should you care?** Because it'…
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Ep 18: Book Sales and Marketing Plans: What’s Working & Not Working? With Rella B. Books!
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Welcome back to another episode of the Pen to Profit Podcast, hosted by your friendly-neighborhood copy editor, Ray Evans. And today we’re going to joined by children’s book author, Rella B Books! Rella B’s mission is to provide young readers with captivating tales that not only entertain but also instill valuable life lessons. Through her enchanti…
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Ep 17: Dick Wybrow: A guide to humor writing
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**Episode Overview:** Buckle up, word warriors and jest jugglers! In this laugh-a-minute episode of Pen to Profit, our host Ray Evans brings you a tête-à-tête with the man who's turned his life into a punchline, Dick Wybrow. From being a Canadian kid in New Jersey to a narcoleptic novelist in New Zealand, Dick's story is as quirky as his supernatur…
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Ep 16: Write More, Stall Less: 4 Secrets to Crush Writer’s Block
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Ah, buckle up, dear scribes and scriveners, as we dive into yet another whirlwind adventure with the mighty Ray Evans on "The Pen to Profit Podcast!" Today's episode is a veritable smorgasbord of ingenuity, aimed to obliterate that most unwelcome house guest – writer’s block! 🎙✍️ **Why Should You Care?** Well, if the tantalizing taste of beating wr…
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🌍📖 **Welcome, Wordsmiths, to Ep 15: World Building Wonders!** 🌟 Alright, aspiring literati, let’s venture beyond the realms of conventional literature and plunge into the expansive cosmos of world-building! Ever felt some tales could use a touch more ambiance than a budget IKEA lamp offers? Well, you’re in for a treat! 🎢 **What’s Cooking:** We're d…
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Episode 14: Wham, Bam, Thank you Mamet: Dialogue Tips to Keep Your Readers Talking!
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Alright, my literary pals! 📚 Pull up a chair, grab your notepad and get ready for a roller coaster ride through the world of dialogue! 🎢 We’re about to step into a conversation so alive, it’s like your characters had a triple espresso shot and can’t stop gossiping! Today, we're delving into Episode 14: Wham, Bam, Thank you Mamet: Dialogue Tips to K…
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Ep 13: Becky Parker Geist: Why you need audiobook to sell more books and get more readers.
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Today we’ve got episode here all about audiobooks 📚🔈 ICYMI, more and more readers are consuming and demanding audiobooks: Audiobook sales have increased year over year so if you’re not releasing audio version of your book you could be leaving money on the table 🤑 Today’s guest is Becky Parker Geist, the founder and CEO of ProAudioVoices to walk you…
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Ep 12 Book Reviews: How to Harness Them to Get More Book Sales!
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🎙️ **Show Notes:** 🎙️ **Episode:** *Book Reviews: How to Harness them to get more Book Sales!* **What's it about?** Alright folks, ever notice how book reviews are like the literary equivalent of a rollercoaster ride? Full of highs, lows, and occasional nausea? Ray Evans is here to give us the inside track on how those good, bad, and downright conf…
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EP 11: Rock ’Em, Sock ’Em Reader Engagement How to Hook Your Audience from Page One
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📘 Episode Summary: Hey, literature lovers and word nerds! Ever wanted to make your reader's literary jaw drop from page one? Dive in with Ray Evans as he breaks down the tantalizing world of first impressions in fiction writing. It's not just about catching their eye; it's about reeling them in! 🎣 🎭 Why You Should Lend an Ear: If you think the firs…
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Ep 10 Instagram for Authors: How To Master Instagram and Skyrocket Your Book Sales
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Alright, bibliophiles and button pushers, buckle up! We're giving you the lowdown, the 411, the inside scoop on today's Pen to Profit Podcastt episode. 🎙️📚 Episode Title: Instagram for Authors: How To Master Instagram and Skyrocket Your Book Sales 🎸📸 What's it about? Put aside your images of a cat adorned in a beret because today, we're spilling th…
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Ep 9: Write Emails, Sell Books: Why Every Author Needs an Email List
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--- **Show Notes: "Pen to Profit: Fiction Writing Tips" with Ray Evans** 🎙️ Episode: **The Magic of Email Newsletters** **1. Episode Brief:** Today, Ray Evans breaks down the mysteries behind the art of crafting an impactful email newsletter for authors. Unravel why this is *not* just another spam in the inbox and how it can be the Swiss Army Knife…
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Ep 8 Tales from the Dark Side: Mastering the Craft of Writing Spine-Chilling Horror Fiction
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"Pen to Profit Podcast: Tales from the Dark Side - Writing Spine-Chilling Horror Fiction" with Ray Evans 💀 🧛♂️ Hey there, future Stephen Kings and Shirley Jacksons of the world! Looking to weave tales that'll make readers pull their blankets up a little tighter? You’re in the right place. The legendary Ray Evans is about to give you a guided tour …
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Ep 7: 6 Essential Elements of a Writer’s Website: Your Digital Home Base, Not Just a Fancy Doorstop!
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**Episode Title**: Ep 7 6 Essential Elements of a Writer's Website Your Digital Home Base, Not Just a Fancy Doorstop! 🎙 **Host**: Ray Evans, the triple-threat - copy editor, proofreader, and writing consultant. --- 📌 **Overview**: Ahoy, literary aficionados! Ever feel like your writer's website is just a digital tumbleweed, rolling through the vast…
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Ep 6: From Unknown Author to Bestseller: Secrets for More Book Sales
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**Episode:** *From Unknown Author to Bestseller: How to Turbocharge your Book Sales* **Episode Overview:** Hey, all you budding Tolstoys and hopeful Rowlings! Ray Evans is back, and I gotta say, this episode is hotter than a pepper sprout. We're laying down the roadmap from the lonely writer's desk to the flashy bestseller list. It's the kind of kn…
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Ep 5: TikTok TikTalk: Branding, Marketing, and Selling Books in 60 Seconds Flat!
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🎙️ Episode Overview: Hey all you bookish bohemians and bibliophilic ballerinas, get ready to cha-cha-cha your way into the electrifying world of TikTok with Ray Evans. In this episode, we're delving deep into how this bite-sized video platform is the espresso shot your indie writing career didn’t know it needed. Ray’s style is part Dennis Miller, p…
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Ep 4: Selling Stories in Seconds: A Masterclass on Book Blurbs and Book Descriptions
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**Episode Description:** Hey there, Hemingway Hopefuls and Aspiring Austens! Today we're plunging into the rabbit hole of book lurbs and descriptions. You know, those teeny-weeny paragraphs that are the unsung heroes behind the "Buy Now" button. Imagine them as the movie trailer for your masterpiece or perhaps the enticing smell from a bakery, waft…
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Ep 3: Book Cover to Discover: How to Make Your Book’s Cover as Sexy as Its Contents
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Hosted by: Ray Evans What’s it about? Alright, amigos, ever pondered why some books fly off the shelves while others gather dust faster than your Aunt Edna's porcelain doll collection? It's all in the cover! Ray Evans jumps into the sultry world of book covers and lays down the roadmap to create a jacket that even James Bond would want on his next …
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Ep 2: 4 Ways to Market Your Book Without Breaking the Bank
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Episode Description: Hey, you ink-slinging Picasso! Dreaming of lighting up the bestseller lists without throwing all your coins into the wishing well? Ray’s got you covered. Dive into this rib-tickling episode of Pen to Profit where Ray lays out 4 strategies for the financially savvy author. Why should you lend us your eardrums? If you've ever tho…
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Episode 1: Welcome to Pen To Profit & How to Find the Editor of Your Dreams
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Show Notes: **"How to Find the Editor of Your Dreams"** Hey there, literary aficionados and word-smithing aficionados! If you've ever wondered how to snag that perfect editor, who's more in tune with your work than a conductor with his orchestra, well, you're in for a treat. Because in today's episode, we're doing a deep dive into the mystical worl…
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