Best SPA Girls Podcasts (2024)

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SPA Girls Podcast – EP464 – Switching Genres and TikTok Success with Alexa Rivers 52:11

1h ago52:11

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When she decided to write a palate cleanser novel in a completely different genre – with a brand new pen name – Alexa Rivers had no idea she would have a hit on her hands. In this interview she talks about why she wrote the book, how she picked the new pen name, the marketing she did, and how a book she wasn’t expecting to do much at all… kinda did…

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SPA Girls Podcast - EP464 - Switching Genres and TikTok Success with Alexa Rivers 52:11

1h ago52:11

52:11

When she decided to write a palate cleanser novel in a completely different genre - with a brand new pen name - Alexa Rivers had no idea she would have a hit on her hands. In this interview she talks about why she wrote the book, how she picked the new pen name, the marketing she did, and how a book she wasn't expecting to do much at all... kinda d…

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Costco Adventures + News: Blake Lively, Ben Affleck and J. Lo, The Acolyte Cancelled 45:22

3h ago45:22

45:22

You'll never believe what happens to Becky when she goes to Costco with her Russian mother-in-law! Plus, the sibs catch up on pop culture “news” and weigh in on the latest Hollywood gossip. We also chat about what we’ve been watching this summer, including “Sanctuary” (Netflix), Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F (Netflix), “Lady in the Lake” (Apple+) and J…

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SPA Girls Podcast – EP463 – Get The Most Out Of Writer Conferences 42:34

7d ago42:34

42:34

Attending conferences helps us network with professionals in the author world and gain insights and ideas to make our jobs easier or to upskill. What can you hope to get out of conference? > Conference helps us find our tribe. The SPAGirls wouldn’t be here without RWNZ and their conferences. > Conferences show us we’re not alone. > Conferences are …

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Beach Movies or Beach Movies? 30:39

1d ago30:39

30:39

The sand, the sun, the surf, the implausible plots - this week we talk about beach movies! We chat about the best (and worst) movies that take place at the beach and what actually constitutes a “beach movie” (spoiler, Beaches doesn’t count). We also talk about what fictional beach we’d each like to visit and play some classic “Buy, Rent, Meh”. Sign…

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SPA Girls Podcast - EP462 - Boring Mistakes Writers Make 8:39

8h ago8:39

8:39

Welcome back to another SPA Girls minisode. This one is a bit of a controversial take on mistakes writers make that make their work B O R I N G. How do we know these? Because we've all made them! So learn from us in ten minutes or less with a quick SPA Girls minisode. Enjoy! 💗 The SPA Girls podcast is sponsored by everyone who supports us on Patreo…

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SPA Girls Podcast – EP462 – Are You Making Boring Mistakes? 8:39

14d ago8:39

8:39

Welcome back to another SPA Girls minisode. This one is a bit of a controversial take on mistakes writers make that make their work B O R I N G. How do we know these? Because we’ve all made them! So learn from us in ten minutes or less with a quick SPA Girls minisode. Enjoy! 💗 The SPA Girls podcast is sponsored by everyone who supports us on Patreo…

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Olympics 2024 22:30

5d ago22:30

22:30

If you are a serious international sports fan, this is not the episode for you. This week we chat about the 2024 Paris Olympics and which sport impressed us the most. We avoid talking about the controversies (except that one), and instead discuss how we decide which country to root for and which sports should or shouldn’t be part of the games. Sign…

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SPA Girls Podcast - EP461 - The Best Places To Publish Your Books 38:05

1h ago38:05

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How to decide what retail platform is right for you. Should you “be Amazon exclusive, “go direct”, “publish wide” and/or use an aggregator? And what do those terms even mean? Firstly the definitions: Amazon Exclusive - means publishing your ebooks exclusively on Amazon and in the Kindle Unlimited subscription reading program for at least the initia…

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SPA Girls Podcast – EP461 – The Best Places To Publish Your Books 38:04

21d ago38:04

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The best places to publish your books are the one/s that best suit you the best given your audience, energy, time and publishing philosophy. So how do you decide what platform is right for you? Should you “be Amazon exclusive, “go direct”, “publish wide” and/or use an aggregator? And what do those terms even mean? Firstly the definitions: Amazon Ex…

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Deadpool, Wolverine & Cameos 54:14

14d ago54:14

54:14

Deadpool & Wolverine has 116 F-bombs, extremely graphic violence, an incomprehensible story line and some of the best superhero meta-humor ever written. Our resident “Marvel expert” Becky gets about 70% of Lily’s questions right. Thankfully, Shai (the real expert) is here to explain the many confusing timelines and backstories. Sign up for the Frid…

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SPA Girls Podcast – EP460 – How to Get Reviews and Find ARC Readers 42:50

14d ago42:50

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If you’ve been scratching your head over how to get some more reviews on your newly published book, this is the episode for you! We break down how we have each built up and managed our ARC teams, and how we’ve gone from no reviews to hundreds of reviews. Loads of practical tips in this episode! Good resource: How to Get Free Book Reviews with No Bl…

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SPA Girls Podcast - EP460 - Finding Your ARC Team and Getting More Reviews 42:50

24d ago42:50

42:50

If you've been scratching your head over how to get some reviews on your newly published book, this is the episode for you! We break down how we have each built up and managed our ARC teams, and how we've gone from no reviews to hundreds of reviews. Loads of practical tips in this episode! 💗 The SPA Girls podcast is sponsored by everyone who suppor…

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DCOMS AKA Disney Channel Original Movies 1:03:51

22d ago1:03:51

1:03:51

This week we’re joined by DCOM super fans Shelly and Devin, to discuss the 90s phenomenon that is the “Disney Channel Original Movie”. Each sib was assigned a movie based on our personalities, Smart House (Shai), Brink (Becky) and Johnny Tsunami (Lily) and we were truly blown away by the amazing nostalgia and storylines. If you’re a child of the 90…

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SPA Girls Podcast - EP459 - Why Your Book Isn't Selling 30:19

1M ago30:19

30:19

Why is it some books sell well right out of the gate, and others wither on the retailer vine? Do you know why YOUR book isn’t selling? It can be for a number of reasons and this episode we run through the most common (and fixable!) options that’ll put you back on the right track. Resources mentioned: Kindletrends (make sure to listen to our recent …

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SPA Girls Podcast – EP459 – Why Your Book Isn’t Selling 30:18

1M ago30:18

30:18

Why is it some books sell well right out of the gate, and others wither on the retailer vine? Do you know why YOUR book isn’t selling? It can be for a number of reasons and this episode we run through the most common (and fixable!) options that’ll put you back on the right track. Resources mentioned: Kindletrends (make sure to listen to our recent …

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The Bear S3 Finale 52:06

1M ago52:06

52:06

All three sibs are back to talk about The Bear season finale and next season predictions. We also chat about season MVPs, MIPs (most improved) and that restaurant review cliffhanger. We finish the ep by quickly discussing the latest from Presumed Innocent and The Boys, which definitely got our attention. Sign up for the Friday Night Movie Newslette…

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SPA Girls Podcast – EP458 – Interview with Historical Women’s Fiction Author Soraya Lane 57:14

1M ago57:14

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The decision to self publish her first historical women’s fiction novel – after a career writing romance – turned out to be a lucrative one for today’s guest, Kindle #1 bestselling historical women’s fiction author, Soraya Lane. The same year she self-published the novel – one that her agent told Soraya she couldn’t sell – she picked up a publishin…

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SPA Girls Podcast - EP458 - Historical Women's Fiction Author Soraya Lane 57:14

20d ago57:14

57:14

The decision to self publish her first historical women's fiction novel - after a career writing romance - turned out to be a lucrative one for today's guest, Kindle #1 bestselling historical women's fiction author, Soraya Lane. The same year she self-published the novel - one that her agent told Soraya she couldn't sell - she picked up a publishin…

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Anna Roisman: Impressionista 1:01:59

2M ago1:01:59

1:01:59

Comedian, host, writer, actress and content creator Anna Roisman joins the podcast and we are very excited to welcome her to the FNM family. We chat about her incredible impressions, European vacations, and which Kardashian matches with each Korman sibling. We literally laughed till we cried recording this ep! Follow: @annaroisman @bigwigspodcast S…

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SPA Girls Podcast - EP457 - Know Your Market and Sell More Books - with Nat Connors of Kindletrends 1:25:30

2M ago1:25:30

1:25:30

Nat Connors of Kindletrends returns to the SPA with a new analysis tool for indie authors - an interactive infographic to help us make sense of the book categories on the Kindle Store. Knowing where your book (or story idea before you’ve written it) fits into the market, and how it stacks up against the packaging (cover, pricing, categories etc), f…

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SPA Girls Podcast – EP457 – How To Understand Your Market on the Amazon Store – with Nat Connors, Kindletrends 1:25:29

1M ago1:25:29

1:25:29

Nat Connors of Kindletrends returns to the SPA with a new analysis tool for indie authors – an interactive infographic to help us make sense of the book categories on the Kindle Store. Knowing where your book (or story idea before you’ve written it) fits into the market, and how it stacks up against the packaging (cover, pricing, categories etc), f…

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Presumed Gyllenhaal (Innocent) 46:11

1M ago46:11

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Becky returns for a deep dive on the first five episodes of Presumed Innocent (Apple+), starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Peter Sarsgaard, and Ruth Negga. Hear or midseason MVPs, LVPs, and predictions. Sign up for the Friday Night Movie Newsletter for giveaways, curated episode playlists from the hosts and guests (including our mom), and at MOST one email …

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SPA Girls Podcast – EP456 – How Long To Make $1K? 21:19

1M ago21:19

21:19

Wondering how long it’s gonna be until you’ll make enough to quit the day job? Listen to this SPA Girls Minisode all about how long it will take you to make your first $1,000 dollars in self publishing! Full of great tips, sage advice and some vulnerable moments from our own self publishing careers. If earning money from your writing is your goal, …

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SPA Girls Podcast – EP455 – Interview with Clare Connelly 56:30

1M ago56:30

56:30

First published in 2014, romance author Clare Connelly hit success from her very first self-published book. Now with over 120 books published, she talks to us this episode about the pros and cons of hybrid publishing, balancing writing life with a young family, how to be focussed and productive plus the mindset new writers and self publishers MUST …

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SPA Girls Podcast - EP456 - How Long To Make $1K 21:20

2M ago21:20

21:20

Wondering how long it's gonna be until you'll make enough to quit the day job? Listen to this SPA Girls Minisode all about how long it will take you to make your first $1,000 dollars in self publishing! Full of great tips, sage advice and some vulnerable moments from our own self publishing careers. This is an awesome, must-listen minisode, just fo…

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The Bear S3 Mid-Season Review 23:11

1M ago23:11

23:11

Shai and Lily discuss the first five episodes of season 3 of The Bear, which we are loving! It’s definitely different then the previous seasons but the show keeps evolving and we are here for it. We talk about the different stakes this season and our MVPs so far. Sign up for the Friday Night Movie Newsletter for giveaways, curated episode playlists…

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SPA Girls Podcast - EP455 - Interview with Clare Connelly 56:31

2M ago56:31

56:31

Clare Connelly is the bestselling author of more than 120 angsty, passionate romance novels. Having self-published her first book in 2014, by the end of that year, she was an Amazon All-Star in the US and UK and has since sold millions of copies of her books. A Hybrid author, Clare also writes her trademark romances for Harlequin and Tule. After ma…

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The Kishke Chakra / Shai Visits A Spa / French Girl, I Saw the TV Glow, Boy Kills World 26:18

2M ago26:18

26:18

Calling in from vacation, Shai, Lily, and Alli report on their spa experience and what happens to Shai's insides when you hit the chakra bowls to hard. We also review French Girl (Amazon), I Saw the TV Glow (On Demand), and Boy Kills World (On Demand). Sign up for the Friday Night Movie Newsletter for giveaways, curated episode playlists from the h…

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SPA Girls Podcast – EP454 – Craft Tips To Help You Sell More Books 22:58

2M ago22:58

22:58

Writing great books with emotional impact is key to building your readership. Today we discuss craft tips that will help you attract new readers, build your fanbase and sell more books! Resources mentioned: Lisa Cron on the SPA Girls Podcast EP249 Sacha Black on crafting great characters EP422 Writing For Emotional Impact by Karl Iglesias 💗 The SPA…

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SPA Girls Podcast - EP454 - Craft Tips To Sell More Books 22:58

2M ago22:58

22:58

Writing great books with emotional impact is key to building your readership. Today we discuss craft tips that will help you attract new readers, build your fanbase and sell more books.! Resources mentioned: Lisa Cron on the SPA Girls Podcast EP249 Sacha Black on crafting great characters EP422 Writing For Emotional Impact by Karl Iglesias 💗 The SP…

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JamPod Returns: Life's Unexpected Breaks and Fresh Starts 44:54

2M ago44:54

44:54

After taking a break, the JamPod hosts come back with lots of updates. They discuss the ups and downs that came with their hiatus, including family health issues, job changes, traveling and wrapping up the school year. The episode offers a mix of serious discussions and humor, highlighting the unpredictable nature of life and the joy found in small…

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Brats: The Brat Pack Documentary 1:00:51

2M ago1:00:51

1:00:51

Pop culture and reality TV expert Katie Jones is here to talk about Brats - Andrew McCarthy’s ‘Brat Pack’ documentary (Hulu). As children of the 80s we know there was nothing cooler than this group of up and coming Hollywood actors - what we didn’t know is how many of them hated the name ‘Brat Pack’ and the profound impact it had on their lives. If…

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SPA Girls Podcast - EP453 - Making The Leap To Fulltime Author 42:42

3M ago42:42

42:42

Want to make the leap to full time author? How do you know when it’s the right time to make that leap? Going from hobbiest to full time writer has been a different journey for all of us. Today we discuss: how much money you need to make the leap other considerations do you have the "right" personality? what support do you have? will you automatical…

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SPA Girls Podcast – EP453 – Are You Ready To Be A Full-Time Writer? 42:42

3M ago42:42

42:42

Want to make the leap to full time author? How do you know when it’s the right time to make that leap? Going from hobbiest to full time writer has been a different journey for all of us. Today we discuss: how much money you need to make the leap other considerations do you have the right personality? what support do you have will you automatically …

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Mega Blockbuster Episode with Mike Roberts 1:11:30

3M ago1:11:30

1:11:30

Writer, director, and animation genius, Mike Roberts (“Final Space”, “Bojack Horseman”, “Hot Wheels: Let’s Race”) joins the pod to talk about recent blockbusters. We go deep on Roadhouse (love Jake and those amazing shirts), Furiosa, Mission Impossible and have a slight disagreement about The Fall Guy. Do not miss Mike’s hot takes on the year’s bes…

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SPA Girls Podcast – EP452 – Book Formatting Made Easy

3M ago

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Got your final manuscript all ready to go, and wondering how to format it for publication? This is the SPA Girls episode for you! Welcome back to another 20 min SPA Girls mini-tips session, where we break down the basics of self publishing, just for you! SHOW NOTES: What is formatting? It’s creating a file of your book so it’s delivered to readers …

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SPA Girls Podcast - EP452 - Book Formatting Made Easy 22:16

3M ago22:16

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Got your final manuscript all ready to go, and wondering how to format it for publication? This is the SPA Girls episode for you! Welcome back to another 20 min SPA Girls mini-tips session, where we break down the basics of self publishing, just for you! Check out our website for the full show notes and links. 💗 The SPA Girls podcast is sponsored b…

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Vox Rea: Rock n' Roll Siblings 39:39

3M ago39:39

39:39

Musical stars (and Canadian siblings) Kate Kurdyak and Lauren Kurdyak of Vox Rea join the pod from Germany to talk about their new music and overseas tour. We also chat about the best famous Canadian sibs, the best bands with fake siblings, and their top TV/movie recs while on the road. Don’t miss their new single Missed It By a Second or this ep! …

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SPA Girls Podcast – EP451 – Contracts for Authors with Maggie Marr

3M ago

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If you’ve ever wondered how to deal with contracts and other business issues, this is the podcast for you! Maggie Marr the founder of Maggie Marr Legal PC and a USA Today Best Selling author of over 20 books. A former ICM motion picture literary and subsidiary rights (books to film/tv) agent, Maggie is the co-founder and legal advisor to the not-fo…

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SPA Girls Podcast – EP451 – Interview with Maggie Marr 59:29

3M ago59:29

59:29

If you’ve ever wondered how to deal with contracts and other business issues, this is the podcast for you! Maggie Marr the founder of Maggie Marr Legal PC and a USA Today Best Selling author of over 20 books. A former ICM motion picture literary and subsidiary rights (books to film/tv) agent, Maggie is the co-founder and legal advisor to the not-fo…

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Lily is Furiosa About This Movie 41:51

2M ago41:51

41:51

This week the sibs debate the newest installment in the Mad Max franchise, Mad Max: Furiosa. We discuss the crazy action sequences, the genius of George Miller, the use of AI, and the fantastic acting. We also argue over whether or not the film’s glaring plot holes. Buckle up! Sign up for the Friday Night Movie Newsletter for giveaways, curated epi…

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SPA Girls Podcast – EP450 – Interview with Melanie Harlow

3M ago

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Branding, Marketing Books and Going All In with Small Town Romance USA Today and #1 Amazon bestselling author Melanie Harlow writes sweet, sexy, feel-good romance. She is a powerhouse of publishing, starting in 2013 with historical romance to today where she focuses on small town contemporary romance. In this incredible conversation, Melanie detail…

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SPA Girls Podcast - EP450 - Interview with Melanie Harlow, Amazon #1 & USAT Bestseller 1:02:41

3M ago1:02:41

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anding, Marketing Books and Going All In with Small Town Romance USA Today and #1 Amazon bestselling author Melanie Harlow writes sweet, sexy, feel-good romance. She is a powerhouse of publishing, starting in 2013 with historical romance to today where she focuses on small town contemporary romance. In this incredible conversation, Melanie details …

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Millennial Jewish Stars with Dr. Jonathan Branfman 51:35

4M ago51:35

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This week we’re joined by longtime friend of the pod Dr. Jonathan Branfman, professor and author of Millennial Jewish Stars: Navigating Racial Antisemitism, Masculinity, and White Supremacy (available on Amazon). We have a fascinating conversation about his new book, which focuses on 6 Jewish celebrities (Drake, Lil Dicky, Abbi Jacobson, Ilana Glaz…

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SPA Girls Podcast – EP449 – 7 Ways To Boost Your Positivity 12:00

4M ago12:00

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Feeling a bit blah about your writing and / or author career? Welcome back to another 15 min SPA Girls mini-tips session. Today’s topic is 7 easy ways to boost your positivity that you can put into action TODAY! 💗 The SPA Girls podcast is sponsored by everyone who supports us on Patreon. Thank you so much, we love our listeners and our patrons! ⭐ J…

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SPA Girls Podcast - EP449 - 7 Ways Writers Can Boost Positivity 12:00

3M ago12:00

12:00

Feeling a bit blah about your writing and / or author career? Welcome back to another 15 min SPA Girls mini-tips session. Today’s topic is 7 easy ways to boost your positivity that you can put into action TODAY! 💗 The SPA Girls podcast is sponsored by everyone who supports us on Patreon. Thank you so much, we love our listeners and our patrons! ⭐ J…

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Pod Mitzvah and the Cursed Child 51:42

4M ago51:42

51:42

This is a momentous episode, not only because the sibs do a deep dive on all things Harry Potter for the first time, but also because Shai’s eldest daughter makes her podcast debut! A Harry Potter expert, Na’ama joins the pod to talk spells, wands, houses and play some hilarious games. Sign up for the Friday Night Movie Newsletter for giveaways, cu…

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SPA Girls Podcast – EP448 – Changing From Frontlist to Backlist Focus with Maggie Dallen 59:36

4M ago59:36

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This week we talk to regency romance and young adult author Maggie Dallen, who tells us how she changed her mindset and her author business model, with huge success! Maggie is a prolific author who was writing up to twenty books a year, but she was reaching a point where she wanted to slow down and diversify her writing skills by learning script wr…

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