Best Literary Podcast by Hannah Podcasts (2024)

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Hannah Jacobson of Book Award Pro on Leveraging Awards and Reviews for Author Success: The Creating Better Books Podcast with Howard Lovy 26:58

2h ago26:58

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In the latest episode of the Creating Better Books podcast, ALLi Content and Communications Manager Howard Lovy interviews Hannah Jacobson, founder of Book Award Pro, a company dedicated to helping authors gain recognition through book awards. Hannah discusses the challenges indie authors face in navigating the award landscape, the importance of en…

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E408 - Danielle Ice - The Tides of the Universe Lightning Trilogy - A thrilling space adventure trilogy 48:44

4h ago48:44

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EPISODE 408 - Danielle Ice - The Tides of the Universe Lightning Trilogy - A thrilling space adventure trilogy Danielle was bitten by the writing bug when she was in elementary school and she can’t seem to get rid of it! She’s been the author of six short stories including A Dance of Dichotomies, Alyssum’s Wish, and The Trickster’s Trials. She star…

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“Bluestockings” with Raquel Espasande 20:34

2d ago20:34

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Let’s go on a field trip! New York City is an amazing city for book shopping and LGBTQIA2S+ activism. Bluestockings Cooperative offers both. This amazing bookstore and community space almost feels too good to be true: nestled into the Lower East Side, Bluestockings has provided dyke dating, community support and all kinds of activism for well over …

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E407 - Kathryn Betts Adams - The Pianist's Only Daughter - A Memoir 36:30

3h ago36:30

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EPISODE 407 - Kathryn Betts Adams - The Pianist's Only Daughter - A Memoir About the author Kathryn Betts Adams, MSW, PhD grew up in St. Paul. Minnesota and now lives in West Hartford, Connecticut. After a decade of clinical social work practice in mental health, nursing home, and substance abuse settings, she served on the faculty of Case Western …

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Inspirational Indie Author Interview #164: Phillip Mottaz. Writing Mysteries with a Punk Rock Attitude and Real-Life Rock Stars 37:16

2d ago37:16

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My guest this episode is Phillip Mottaz, a mystery author based in Los Angeles. Phillip has a unique journey from a small town in Illinois to the sketch comedy scene in Chicago and now to writing indie mystery novels in L.A. His latest book, Deadly Maybe, coming out this month, reunites the famous Gallagher brothers from the band Oasis to solve a m…

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Substack's New Blog Feature, Spiracle's Audiobook Cards, and Challypop for Micro-Influencers: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway 11:32

11m ago11:32

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On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway discusses Substack's new feature that lets users publish blog posts without committing to a full newsletter, making it easier to connect with readers. He also highlights Spiracle's QR code-enabled greeting cards, which link directly to audiobooks, and Challypop, a platform for micro-…

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E406 - Valerie Fuqua - Developmental Editor, Author, Artist, and Medium 46:06

2h ago46:06

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Episode 406 - Valerie Fuqua - Developmental Editor, Author, Artist, and Medium I have spent many years writing, editing and learning to connect with readers as an autistic author. We talk about Developmental Editing, Authorship and Austism https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556269745101 ____ Support the Show. ___ https://livingthenextchapter…

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Ep 137 - Deathly Hallows 22: Stop The Goats ft. Nikita 1:40:53

1h ago1:40:53

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But more importantly, stop Israel. Resources for supporting Palestine: Write to your local representative. UK template here: https://una.org.uk/sites/default/files/2024-02/template_letter_to_mps_-_gaza_feb_2024.docx GoFundMe to Palestinian families on the ground - Fundraisers for Palestinian families trying to flee: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-…

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Special Announcement: Changes to the ALLi Podcast 10:49

3h ago10:49

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The Alliance of Independent Authors Podcast is undergoing some exciting changes, which Director Orna Ross reveals in this special announcement episode. A new name, new content, and an expansion of the podcasting team to reflect the many faces of ALLi—advisers, ambassadors, and core team—with the aim of bringing you fresh and engaging self-publishin…

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E405 - Eden Gruger - The Very Important Reader Gang, Ebooks and Helping Authors Write 38:36

2h ago38:36

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EPISODE 405 - Eden Gruger - The Very Important Reader Gang, Ebooks and Helping Authors Write Welcome, I'm Eden Gruger You can find out about my books modern fiction collections, non-fiction guides on how to become a successful author. Get my hints, tips, help and support to write, publish, and market your own work Make Your Book A Reality Mastercla…

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E404 - Karin Thompson - My Journey to Enjoying My Life, Wisdom and Strength For Readers 36:46

1d ago36:46

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Episode 404 - Karin Thompson - My Journey to Enjoying My Life, Wisdom and Strength For Readers Meet Karin - Motivator By Heart As an author, I have a passion for writing books that will keep people turning the pages and giving them something a little deeper to think about long after the last page has been read. My Journey to Enjoy My Life I am hono…

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KDP's New Identity Verification Requirement and the NO FAKES Act Explained: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway 13:28

11d ago13:28

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On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway covers Amazon's new identity verification requirement for KDP authors, aimed at preventing fraud and improving the reader experience. He also discusses the NO FAKES Act, a U.S. legislation designed to prevent the unauthorized use of people's likenesses and voices, particularly concer…

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E403 - Corey Croft - Never be boring - I have a passion for storytelling fueled by black coffee, cigarettes, and dread 52:46

4d ago52:46

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Episode 403 - Corey Croft - Never be boring - I have a passion for storytelling fueled by black coffee, cigarettes, and dread About the author Corey Croft is from Surrey BC, Canada. His use of gallows humor helps to him stumble gracefully in a meaningless world. He avoids eye contact with strangers and doesn’t understand most kinds of science. As a…

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Levelling Up Your Author Mindset: Self-Publishing Conference Highlight 44:06

6d ago44:06

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Dive into a candid discussion with author Michael La Ronn as he unveils essential mindset strategies for fostering a lifelong writing habit and a rewarding self-publishing business. Unlock your true potential and increase your book revenue with practical, actionable advice that's simple to implement and absolutely free. Absorb valuable insights fro…

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E402 - Hannah Levin - The Treasured One, Romantasy Genre, ADHD Impacts on Writing 44:27

6d ago44:27

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Episode 402 - Hannah Levin - The Treasured One, Romantasy Genre, ADHD Impacts on Writing Hannah Levin (she/her) is a neurodivergent dog mom from the East Coast, USA. By day, she writes repetitive marketing copy to pay the bills, and by night, she writes fantasy romance/Romantasy to feed fellow romantics and dreamers. She has several projects in the…

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“Queer Television and Bad Objects” with Hollis Griffin 34:33

7d ago34:33

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Queer television is clearly having a moment and I got to learn more about this from my new favourite LGBTQ TV expert: Hollis Griffin. From the problematic categorisation of ‘good’ and ‘bad’ representation to watching telly at the gay bar, we talk about what queer TV can and can’t do and why it’s so enjoyable even when it’s bad. Hollis shares expert…

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E401 - Chris Turek - Audiobook Narration Tips for Authors - How To Work With Your Next Voice Over Talent 37:32

8d ago37:32

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Episode 401 - Chris Turek - Audiobook Narration Tips for Authors - How To Work With Your Next Voice Over Talent Chris is here to talk about how to work with a voice over talent for your next audiobook - Chris has many credits to his name (voice) and he is available to work with you! Chris' voiceover career began innocuously enough by recording prod…

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Inspirational Indie Author Interview #164: Terry Lister. From Accountant to Adventurer: Exploring the World Through Travel Memoirs 21:26

9d ago21:26

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My guest this episode is Terry Lister, a seasoned solo traveler and author who, after retiring from a successful career as an accountant, has explored over 100 countries. Terry's love for travel began in Bermuda, where he dreamed of far-off places. His books capture not just the destinations but also the cultural and economic landscapes he encounte…

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Colin Kaepernick Launches New Self-Publishing Platform for Comics and Manga: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway 9:17

11d ago9:17

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On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway talks about Colin Kaepernick's new self-publishing platform, Lumi, which focuses on comics and manga. Lumi aims to make publishing easier by using AI to help creators with the process. Dan also highlights new additions to the Cambridge Dictionary, influenced by social media and reali…

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E400 - Dominick Domasky - Celebrating 400 Episodes - Beginning, Middle, End and What's the Win 40:52

11d ago40:52

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Episode 400 - Dominick Domasky - Celebrating 400 Episodes - Beginning, Middle, End and What's the Win It is our 400th episode, and as we have done every 100 episodes, the guy that posed the idea for this podcast returns to share more motivation and to champion authors is back! Dominick Domasky, arrived at writing books and motivational speaking wit…

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Making the Most of Your ALLi Membership, Editors Making Multiple Passes, Trademarked Names in Your Book, and More: The Member Q&A Podcast with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black 42:41

13d ago42:41

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In this episode of the AskALLi Member Q&A podcast, hosts Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black discuss how to make the most of your ALLi membership. Other questions include: How do I pursue organic search discovery of my book? Can I use the same ISBN for different translations of my book? If I remove my book from Amazon, am I free to do whatever I want w…

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E399 - Sara Lohse - Author of Open This Book, the art of storytelling for aspiring thought leaders 46:16

13d ago46:16

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Episode 399 - Sara Lohse - Author of Open This Book, the art of storytelling for aspiring thought leaders About the author Sara Lohse is a storyteller, marketer, and brand architect with a knack for turning narratives into connections. Through Favorite Daughter Media, Sara uses her passion and talent to help mission-driven brands amplify their impa…

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E398 - Lea Appleton - Walking & Wayfinding, Create Your Own Mindful Practice, One Step at a Time - Create Your Own Path as You Walk Upon It 45:09

15d ago45:09

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Episode 398 - Lea Appleton - Walking & Wayfinding, Create Your Own Mindful Practice, One Step at a Time - Create Your Own Path as You Walk Upon It Join Lea Appleton on an inspiring journey along the coast of Southern California and through the neighborhoods near her home in Walking & Wayfinding: Create Your Own Mindful Practice, One Step at a Time.…

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Ep. 136 - Deathly Hallows 20 & 21: The Invisibility Cloak's Glory Hole 1:27:50

18d ago1:27:50

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Ok but...he is Nigel Thornberry right? HP TV Show Petition: ⁠⁠⁠https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/nohptv/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Enjoy Harry Potter Without Funding JK Masterlist - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/19H9-NRMfaISLNMAaLSssQFrNy8dUTR3Jeq6oioK4OwQ/edit?usp=sharing⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Merch - https://www.redbubble.com/people/gobletofwine/shop?asc=u⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.gobl…

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AI Licensing Platform 'Created by Humans' Launches, Plus Amazon Literary Partnership Expands to Ireland: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway 9:29

18d ago9:29

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On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway covers the launch of Created by Humans, an AI rights licensing platform, and the Copyright Clearance Centre's new initiative to include AI permissions in their annual copyright licenses. Dan also discusses the expansion of the Amazon Literary Partnership into Ireland, highlighting it…

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E397 - Rachel Fowler - Writer, Actor, Director and Grief Coach - Hold Space For Those That Grieve 45:50

18d ago45:50

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Episode 397 - Rachel Fowler - Writer, Actor, Director and Grief Coach - Hold Space For Those That Grieve Grief is transformative. It changes us, moulds us into something new. It takes intention and reflection and being present to fully appreciate the metamorphosis, and to accept it, welcome it, turn towards it. My mission is to give you a safe, com…

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Reader Magnets and Growing Your Email List for Indie Author Success: The Reaching More Readers Podcast with Dale L. Roberts and Holly Greenland 25:41

20d ago25:41

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This month in the Reaching More Readers podcast, Dale L. Roberts and Holly Greenland wrap up their journey around the tips and tricks for email marketing for indie authors. This time, they'll take a closer look at offering “reader magnets,” the importance of testing your mailer systems, and further tips on growing your list. Look back at previous R…

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E396 - Julia Pearce - The Boy Who Became More Than We Could Imagine, Bringing The Music Back 51:24

28d ago51:24

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Episode 396 - Julia Pearce - The Boy Who Became More Than We Could Imagine, Bringing the Music Back About Me I am Julia. I have lived, volunteered and worked in the disability world for more than 25 years. I am a presenter at local and national conferences. I have written about personal lived experiences, communication, public policy, and advocacy.…

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“Bellies” with Nicola Dinan 29:46

1M ago29:46

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If I hadn’t already been a massive fan of Nicola Dinan, I would have become one after this! I was beyond excited to get to speak to Nicola at Surrey New Writers Festival and was extremely grateful that she was able to take some time after our panel to tell me more about her incredible debut novel Bellies (2023), about capitalism and queerness, abou…

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E395 - Jenny Alexander - Low Content, Relationship Author, Poetry and Self Publishing 37:50

23d ago37:50

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Episode 395 - Jenny Alexander - Low Content, Relationship Author, Poetry and Self Publishing A voice of hope for the heartbroken - If you're heartbroken, it may be for any number of reasons including but not limited to: Divorce A broken engagement The death of a loved one A friendship breakup If your heart is broken you might feel: Alone in your …

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Inspirational Indie Author Interview #163: Dawn Brookes. British Author Calls Upon Decades as a Nurse to Populate Her Cozy Mysteries 20:31

23d ago20:31

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My guest this episode is Dawn Brookes, a British writer of Cozy Mysteries and a former nurse who worked in healthcare for nearly 40 years. After retiring from nursing, Dawn began writing full-time, drawing on her extensive experience to create rich characters and engaging stories. Dawn uses her life experiences to fuel her writing and is indie beca…

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The COPIED Act Seeks to Provide Copyright Protection for Creators in AI Age: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway 13:18

25d ago13:18

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On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway discusses the new COPIED Act, which aims to provide copyright protection for creators in the AI age. This bipartisan bill, introduced in the United States, seeks to ensure that creators can tag their work with metadata to prevent unauthorized use by AI for training purposes. Dan also…

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E394 - Bill Wittur - Climate Fiction, A New Category for Readers 41:29

26d ago41:29

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Episode 394 - Bill Wittur - Climate Fiction, A New Category for Readers EXTINCTION EVENT is a full-length fiction novel set in the present day that belongs in the speculative fiction / dystopian category. Story Synopsis The main character – known only as LP – tries to reinvent himself by going back to school. With some help from his recording instr…

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Kathryn Goldman of the Creative Law Center on Protecting Author Rights: The Creating Better Books Podcast with Howard Lovy 22:24

29d ago22:24

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In the latest episode of the Creating Better Books podcast, ALLi Content and Communications Manager Howard Lovy interviews Kathryn Goldman of the Creative Law Center, a seasoned intellectual property attorney dedicated to supporting independent creatives. Kathryn shares her expertise on how authors can protect themselves legally, from handling defa…

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E392 - Isaac Phoenix - The Different Dimensions of Story, How Game Design Shaped His Writing 53:09

30d ago53:09

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Episode 392 - Isaac Phoenix - The Different Dimensions of Story, How Game Design Shaped His Writing What are ‘The Three Dimensions of Writing’? I named it the Three Dimensions because A) there are three, maybe I need to find a less creative field, and B) people want three dimensional stories and characters so this is how I create them. Step 1: Ever…

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How to Protect Yourself from Phishing and Scams: The Campaigns Podcast with Matty Dalrymple 31:48

1M ago31:48

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ALLi Campaigns Manager Matty Dalrymple and Outreach Manager Michael La Ronn share tips for how indie authors can protect themselves from phishing and scams. They provide insight into how phishing works, share advice on recognizing scams, and introduce the SALSA (Sender, Attachment, Links, Subject line, Authentication) method to help authors identif…

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