Best Elena Paige Podcasts (2024)

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Nail Your Cover Design with Holly Dunn 1:14:49

2M ago1:14:49

1:14:49

People will ALWAYS judge your book by its cover: it's the harsh reality! So make sure you get your cover design right. Today we discuss what makes a great cover and how you can make sure your cover helps to sell your book, with Cover Designer, Holly Dunn. Enjoy the episode! Elena MORE ABOUT HOLLY DUNN: Holly is a book cover designer based in New Ze…

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Writing Award Winning Middle Grade with Marc Remus 1:28:13

2M ago1:28:13

1:28:13

Have you ever wanted to write middle-grade fiction? Or perhaps you already do, but want to make it so good that it wins every award it's ever entered into? Then this is the interview for you! Marc has won over 22 awards and has written and self-published eight books and many have been translated into 10 languages. You'll discover how to work with t…

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Writing Funny Graphic Novels with Rob Kutner 40:58

3M ago40:58

40:58

How much did I learn about writing funny from Rob Kutner in today's episode of The Chidren's Book Author Podcast? A huge amount and you can too, by tuning in to the wonderful conversation. Rob shares his journey writing his first spooky-comedy graphic novel for kids, and gives timeless advice on how you can be funnier in your writing too. MORE ABOU…

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Writing Rhyming Picture Books with Essie Bell 1:09:36

3M ago1:09:36

1:09:36

Essie Bell is a multi-talented picture book author and publisher having written, published and marketed six picure books. In today's interview we talk about how to write a great rhyming book and why they're still relevant to the market, school visits, markets and more! It's a wonderful time to be a Children's Book Author! MORE ABOUT ESSIE: Essie Be…

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Practise Aggressive Patience with Sean E. Avery 59:18

7M ago59:18

59:18

Wow what encouragement I received in todays interview with Sean E. Avery. I've always wanted to secretly learn how to draw and Sean is an art teacher, and illustrator of his own authored books. He made me believe perhaps I can illustrate my own books one day, and you'll believe so too once you listen to this episode. Will it take time and consisten…

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The Magic of Making Connections with Dani Vee 1:07:31

7M ago1:07:31

1:07:31

Today I'm joined by podcaster, author, mother, writing festival enthusiast and gosh so may more titles that still don't sum up DANI VEE!! A fun talk where we cover writing, getting published, writing festivals, creativity, and of course the magic of making connections and how important they are in the writing world! Enjoy today's show. MORE ABOUT D…

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It's Never Too Late To Market Your Book with Karen Inglis 1:19:43

7M ago1:19:43

1:19:43

Self-publishing extraordinaire Karen Inglis joins me on today's episode to talk all about her wonderful books, her incredible author and publishing journey, and how she sold over 500,000 copies of The Secret Lake! We talk writing, publishing, marketing, foreign rights and through this interview you will understand, it's never too late to market you…

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Why Grit Matters More Than Talent with Adrian Beck 1:12:48

8M ago1:12:48

1:12:48

Today I interview Children's Book Author Adrian Beck and we talk in depth about school visits, yes again, and this time I must admit I felt like maybe I really could do school visits... and boy do I laugh through this entire interview. I was tempted to name this episode How to Be the Funnest Author, because Adrian is fun, fun, fun!!! And if you, li…

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Shoot For The Stars in Your Career with C.J Watson 32:43

9M ago32:43

32:43

NBA player C.J. Watson & author released his fourth book for kids this March 2023, called "CJ and His Magic Socks". The first book "CJ's Big Dream" received great reviews and was an Amazon best seller. CJ has two other children's books "CJ's Big Project" & "CJ's Big Moment". The new book is available now on Amazon & Kindle, links below. Today I cha…

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Inspired Courageous Writing with Jen Storer 1:07:38

11M ago1:07:38

1:07:38

This episode of The Children's Book Author Podcast is number 25, and is such a special one. I am joined by Jen Storer, Australian Children’s Author and Chief Inspirationalist at girlandduck.com, where she mentors, nurtures and guides creative souls from all over the world. And in today's interview she shares so much of her wisdom and inspiration wi…

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Get the Support of a Writing Group with Christina Dankert 1:03:15

12M ago1:03:15

1:03:15

Todays episode is all about having a writing group! I interview first time children's book author, Christina Dankert, about her journey to publication and how having a collaborative and supportive writing group made all the difference. I'm now on the hunt for a writers group too lol!! You will want one too after you listen to this episode - be fore…

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Shine As A Podcast Guest with Jennifer Milius 1:05:37

1y ago1:05:37

1:05:37

It was extraordinary to interview Children's Book Author, Developmental Editor, and Podcaster Jennifer Milius. We talked about the importance of including podcasting as part of your marketing - in particular being a guest on relevant podcasts, and how this can strengthen your brand and reach. We also talked about working with a developmental editor…

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Author Branding & Trad Publishing with Mary Anastasiou 1:10:48

1y ago1:10:48

1:10:48

I interviewed the very charming Mary Anastasiou, Children's Book Author and Creative Director at Larrikin House. I got the inside scoop on how to better brand myself as an author, the importance of social media, working with traditional publishers, and aiming for the moon in your author career. Enjoy the interview. MORE ABOUT MARY A self-confessed …

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Launch Your Book Into a Best Seller with Brett Perkins 1:03:33

1y ago1:03:33

1:03:33

A power charged interview today with Middle Grade Author Brett Perkins who launched his first book The Prison for the Magically Cursed to best-selling status on Amazon in 2022. With his next book in the series coming out very soon, he sat down to chat with me about how to write and market a middle grade book. This and so much more in today's interv…

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Build Your Own Publishing House with Darcy Pattison 1:09:21

1y ago1:09:21

1:09:21

I was lucky enough to get Children's Book Author Darcy Pattison on the show this week, who has published more than 50 children's books under her own publishing house - Mims House. We talk about how to write a non-fiction picture book, exploring merchandise opportunities for your books, marketing, school visits and so much more! Enjoy the episode an…

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There Are No Barriers to Writing, Publishing & Distributing Your Books with Sandra Bennett 1:02:18

1+ y ago1:02:18

1:02:18

Hold on tight for another wonderful interview that will encourage you to push forward in your Author journey. Sandra has such an encouraging and practical "get it done" attitude - I changed as a person and as an author from her interview and I'm sure you'll do the same. Plus my introduction is a long one today because her interview really did trigg…

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Conquer School Visits with Adam Wallace 1:01:15

1+ y ago1:01:15

1:01:15

Adam Wallace, New York Times best selling author joins me on the podcast today and tells us all about how he discovered his love of writing children's books and today combines self-publishing and traditional publishing to make a full time living. He is incredible at doing school visits and gives the best advice, so if you're considering doing any -…

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Say Goodbye to Badly Written Book Blurbs with Jessie Cunniffe 1:02:50

1+ y ago1:02:50

1:02:50

Welcome back to the show in 2023, and I have more incredibly informative, and inspirational interviews planned for you this year. Unfortunately I am still tackling some technical difficulties in my search for the perfect way to record interviews, but I will not give up until I get there. So in todays interview there were several glitches, but it wa…

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The Wishing Shelf Book Awards with Edward Trayer 41:35

1+ y ago41:35

41:35

In today's interview I overcame many technological difficulties and blocks to get the most amazing wisdom and advice from author Edward Trayer - it was well worth the many re-takes and effort involved. We got there in the end and talked about The Wishing Shelf Book Awards, a review and award service that was founded by Edward and today enjoys great…

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Increase Your Influence with the Power of Your Voice with Vinh Giang 1:05:33

1+ y ago1:05:33

1:05:33

Today I had the pleasure of interviewing Vinh Giang, Keynote Speaker, Entrepreneur, Magician, and Communication Teacher. We talk all about Vinh's journey through his professional and creative career, and the pivotal role improving his communication skills had through it all. He is now the most incredible teacher of communication skills distilling w…

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Write Brilliantly Funny Books with Michael Wagner 1:04:42

2y ago1:04:42

1:04:42

Want to become a better Children's Book Writer? Then you don't want to miss this episode with Australian author, Michael Wagner. Michael Wagner is the author of more than 80 books for children including the much loved Maxx Rumble series (still in print after 17 years), the bestselling The Undys series, the So Wrong series (shortlisted for the 2019 …

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Discover Your Creative Style with Tom Froese 1:12:38

2y ago1:12:38

1:12:38

I had a blast interviewing illustrator, top Skillshare teacher, and speaker, Tom Froese. Although we are talking about drawing and illustration in this interview, as an author I know you will learn many valuable skills and attitudes that will help you find your style, overcome creative pain points in the journey, and keep going until you become a p…

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The Courage to Persevere with Kate Gordon 47:01

2+ y ago47:01

47:01

Today's episode is with author Kate Gordon, and we talk a lot about how to be a self-starter and go-getter! Kate is a true example of deciding she wants to do something, then setting off to learn how to be successful at it. She followed her passion for writing and ponies and created a wonderful side hustle, which one day she hopes will be her full …

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Put It All On The Line with Ben Hendry 57:49

2+ y ago57:49

57:49

This week's episode is with my first Musician on the show - Professional Drummer Ben Hendry. Ben is also a Music Director, teacher & collaborator, and has an interest in Performance Theory and Stage Craft for jazz musicians. We talked about all this and more in this episode and I came away feeling that I'm allowed to dream big, put all my eggs in o…

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Be a Courageous Innovator with Lael Stone 58:44

3y ago58:44

58:44

WOW trust me you CANNOT miss this interview with Lael Stone. It will fill you with courage and tenacity and belief in yourself, motivation and creative superhuman power... I promise. All this and more in this interview. If you only listen to one interview this year, make this the one! Introducing LAEL STONE: As a champion of connection and creating…

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Elena Paige Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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The Children's Book Author Podcast

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Nail Your Cover Design with Holly Dunn 1:14:49

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Writing Award Winning Middle Grade with Marc Remus 1:28:13

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Writing Funny Graphic Novels with Rob Kutner 40:58

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Writing Rhyming Picture Books with Essie Bell 1:09:36

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Practise Aggressive Patience with Sean E. Avery 59:18

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The Magic of Making Connections with Dani Vee 1:07:31

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It's Never Too Late To Market Your Book with Karen Inglis 1:19:43

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Why Grit Matters More Than Talent with Adrian Beck 1:12:48

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Shoot For The Stars in Your Career with C.J Watson 32:43

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Inspired Courageous Writing with Jen Storer 1:07:38

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Get the Support of a Writing Group with Christina Dankert 1:03:15

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Shine As A Podcast Guest with Jennifer Milius 1:05:37

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Author Branding & Trad Publishing with Mary Anastasiou 1:10:48

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Launch Your Book Into a Best Seller with Brett Perkins 1:03:33

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Build Your Own Publishing House with Darcy Pattison 1:09:21

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There Are No Barriers to Writing, Publishing & Distributing Your Books with Sandra Bennett 1:02:18

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Conquer School Visits with Adam Wallace 1:01:15

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Say Goodbye to Badly Written Book Blurbs with Jessie Cunniffe 1:02:50

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The Wishing Shelf Book Awards with Edward Trayer 41:35

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Increase Your Influence with the Power of Your Voice with Vinh Giang 1:05:33

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Write Brilliantly Funny Books with Michael Wagner 1:04:42

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Discover Your Creative Style with Tom Froese 1:12:38

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The Courage to Persevere with Kate Gordon 47:01

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Put It All On The Line with Ben Hendry 57:49

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Be a Courageous Innovator with Lael Stone 58:44

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