Best Mark Leslie Lefebvre Podcasts (2024)

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274. Jody Lynn Nye Coordinating Judge on 40 Years of Writers of the Future 1:01:06

1h ago1:01:06

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This episode features Jody Lynn Nye, and we discuss 40 years of Writers of the Future, its impact on the genre, and what she is looking for as the Coordinating Judge.By John Goodwin

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EP 356 - The Midlist Indie Author Mindset with T. Thorn Coyle 49:50

2h ago49:50

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Mark interviews T Thorn Coyle about writing, community, and their new book The Midlist Indie Author Mindset. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a personal update and a word from this episode's sponsor. Cruising Writers - 7 Day Western Caribbean Cruise - Feb 22 to Mar 1, 2025 Featured Guest Speakers: Erin Wright and Mark Leslie Lefebvre More detail…

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Think Like a Cartoonist 45:45

17h ago45:45

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Today we celebrate humor and creativity with accomplished author and cartoonist, Leigh Rubin. An author of more than 20 books, 2024 marks the 40th anniversary of Leigh's internationally syndicated cartoon, Rubes®, which is distributed by Creators Syndicate to hundreds of newspapers and media outlets worldwide. His work has been featured in film, te…

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273. John Brown Discusses Writing Magic Realism 1:01:12

6d ago1:01:12

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John Brown was a winner published in Writers of the Future Volume 13 with his story “The Scent of Desire” under his penname Bo Griffin. I met up with him again last year at LTUE and when I saw he would be back, I asked that he send me a book to read so I could have him on as a guest.His bio says he writes action-packed thrillers and epic fantasies …

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EP 355 - Scribbling Pen Publishing with Melanie Gilbert and Heather Karn 1:01:51

7d ago1:01:51

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Mark interviews Melanie Gilbert and Heather Karn about their work writing and publishing together under the Scribbling Pen Publishing brand. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a personal update, comments from recent episodes, and a word from this episode's sponsor. Cruising Writers - 7 Day Western Caribbean Cruise - Feb 22 to Mar 1, 2025 Featured …

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Self Publishing Lesbian Fiction 46:51

8d ago46:51

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An award-winning writer and former newspaper reporter, Elizabeth Andre currently writes cozy paranormal mystery, science fiction, young adult and lesbian romance. Elizabeth began publishing lesbian fiction in 2014 and joins us today to discuss why self-publishing is such a great option for the genre. //Draft2Digital is where you start your Indie Au…

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272. SoundBooth Theater Creating Cinematic Audio 1:00:22

12d ago1:00:22

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I’m here at Superstars Writing Conference in Colorado Springs. This is a podcast panel, meaning I am recording this podcast as I interview SoundBooth Theater founder Jeff Hays and international bestselling author Craig Martelle in front of a live audience.Jeff Hays is a prolific narrator and producer, and CEO of Soundbooth Theater, a full-service a…

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EP 354 - Lydia and David Sherrer on Power Couple Publishing 58:29

14d ago58:29

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Mark interviews Lydia and David Sherrer about their company Chenoweth Press and the books and games they produce and publish collaboratively. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a personal update and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by the awesome supporters of this podcast who provide their supprt via Patreon and Buy …

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Book Marketing and Launch Plans 50:57

15d ago50:57

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Publishing and distributing your self-published books is the easy part. Reaching readers is still the challenge. Today we speak with Stephanie Chandler, the founder and CEO of the Nonfiction Authors Association. Stephanie began building her email newsletter list and experimenting with self-publishing before D2D or even Smashwords existed! If you're…

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271. Stephen Kotowych editor of "The Year's Best Canadian F&SF Vol 1" 1:01:31

20d ago1:01:31

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Stephen Kotowych was a writer winner for Writers of the Future Volume 23 in 2007. He recently edited and published “The Year’s Best Canadian Fantasy and Science Fiction Volume 1” anthology. It comprises 37 stories and poems and is 100% Canadian.He has a Kickstarter for Volume Two that will run from March 19 through April 16. The link for the prelau…

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EP 353 - Tao Wong on the Toronto Indie Author Conference 39:21

21d ago39:21

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Mark interviews Tao Wong about his writing, LitRPG, entrepreneurship, and the Toronto Indie Author Conference that is coming in May 2024. Prior to the interview, Mark forgoes the usual brief personal update, or comments, and skips right to this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by the Toronto Indie Author Conference. The Toronto Indie Au…

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Publish with Confidence with ProWritingAid 45:47

22d ago45:47

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Have you ever watched a master at work? The best carpenters, musicians, chefs--and even authors--just seem to have a different way using their tools than the rest of us mere mortals. Fortunately for authors, ProWritingAid is a battle-tested writing tool that's helped some of today's bestselling authors smooth the rough edges of their works-in-progr…

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270. Calendar of Fools with Intergalactic Rejects 59:09

27d ago59:09

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Storm Humbert and fellow Writers of the Future winners created a publishing company called Calendar of Fools. They compiled a book containing only of rejects, not because they weren't good, but because they weren't right for where they were submitted. So, this project is to give these great stories a second chance!They created a Kickstarter for the…

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EP 352 - Being The Hero of Your Own Story With No Margins Agency 55:24

27d ago55:24

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Mark interviews Katie Nelson, Mari Dietz, and Brandon Winn about No Margins Agency, which offers stock photography of underrepresented and marginalized people. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a brief personal update, and then plays a few words about this episode's sponsor. No Margins Agency offers stock photography of underrepresented and margi…

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Live from Superstars Writing Seminars 48:47

29d ago48:47

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Conferences are vital for author careers. The good ones not only provide stellar learning opportunities from the industry's best and brightest minds, they also provide a sense of community and belonging. In today's episode we'll catch up with D2D's own Mark Leslie Lefebvre and Nick Thacker as they attend the renowned Superstars Writing Seminars eve…

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269. Locus Mag Editor in Chief Discusses Its Importance to SF&F 1:01:41

1M ago1:01:41

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Liza Trombi is the Editor-in-Chief of Locus Magazine. In this interview, we discuss the history of Locus and its importance to the SF&F field.We also announce a fundraiser that Locus is running and that I encourage you to check out at www.LocusMag.com or go directly to https://igg.me/at/locusmag2024By John Goodwin

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EP 351 - Feverish Sore Throat Reflections 16:53

1M ago16:53

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In this brief solo episode Mark reflections on the importance of maintaining a streak - which is something he has done since first launching this podcast in January 2017. Links of Interest: ScribeCount (Mark's Affiliate Link) Mark's YouTube Channel Buy Mark a Coffee Patreon for Stark Reflections How to Access Patreon RSS Feeds An Author's Guide to …

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Story Editing with Fictionary 47:22

1M ago47:22

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Bestselling books have well-structured plots, compelling characters, and engaging settings that tell a great story. The other element bestselling books have in common is masterful editing. Today we welcome Kristina Stanley back to the show. An award-winning author and fiction editor, Kristina is also the founder and CEO of Fictionary, an innovative…

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268. Mark Leslie Lefebvre: Creating and Growing a Universe 59:18

1M ago59:18

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Mark Leslie wrote a 10,000-word short that began his Canadian Werewolf series. In this interview, we discuss going from a story, to a novel, to a series, to collaborating with spin-offs.Yogi Berra famously stated, "When you come to a fork, take it." We discuss how accurate this is as advice as you become more knowledgeable as a storyteller. We disc…

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EP 350 - Infinite Resources with Jeff Krehmer 40:40

1M ago40:40

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Mark interviews engineer and author Jeff Krehmer about his new book Infinite Resources: How to Sustainably Develop the Arctic, by Supplying Green Hydrogen, Fresh Water, and Healthy Food to the World. Prior to the interview, Mark reads comments from recent episodes, shares a personal update, and a word about this episode's sponsor. Imagine a gender …

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From Traditional to Indie Publishing with Jeaniene Frost 48:36

1M ago48:36

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Jeaniene Frost is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of fantasy romance. She's known for the Night Huntress series, the Night Prince series, the Night Rebel series, and the Broken Destiny series. Today we'll talk about Jeaniene's latest work, Both Feet in the Grave, and her decision to self-publish after over a dozen years as a tradi…

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267. David Weber Creator of Honor Harrington and Other Incredible Sci-Fi 1:00:50

2M ago1:00:50

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In this interview done at Superstars 2024 in Colorado Springs, CO, David Weber discusses his journey to becoming the bestselling author, including "Honor Harrington," and we also address his coming to grips with being the new "old guard" of science fiction and fantasy authors.I really enjoyed this interview. He is not only a great author, but a ver…

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EP 349 - Edward Willett of Shadow Paw Press 56:26

2M ago56:26

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Mark interviews author, podcaster, and publisher Edward Willett about his writing, his podcast, Kickstarter campaigns, and some bold new ventures he is pursuing with his publishing company Shadow Paw Press. Prior to the interview, Mark reads comments from recent episodes, shares a personal update, and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episo…

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USA Today's Best-Selling Booklist is Back! 45:44

2M ago45:44

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If you're curious about how the revamped USA Today Best-Seller Booklist works, or why it went on hiatus, or why the renewed focus on indie bookstores, this is the episode for you. Erik Bursch, the SVP of Consumer Product and Engineering at Gannett/USA Today, joins us live to give the inside scoop and answer your questions. //Draft2Digital is where …

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266. Craig Martelle on Compelling Military Fiction Drama 1:00:03

2M ago1:00:03

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Craig Martelle has taken his more than twenty years of experience in the Marine Corps, his legal education, and his business consulting career to write compelling stories. He recommended the first in his Ian Bragg Thriller Series, “The Operator,” which I read and thoroughly enjoyed.But his bio also says he writes sf, urban fantasy, YA fantasy, and …

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EP 348 - Amanda Byrd on Direct Sales and AuthorsGoDirect 44:33

2M ago44:33

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Mark interviews Amanda Byrd about her writing, direct sales, and the new platform she has launched called AuthorsGoDirect. Prior to the interview, Mark reads comments from recent episodes, welcomes new patrons Rob Johnson, Jennifer Brinn, and Rasana Atreya and then shares a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by ScribeCount…

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Networking With Creatives Through Scribble 46:52

2M ago46:52

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Have you ever wished you could connect with other like-minded, creative people to share your ideas or ask questions without fear of judgement or humiliation? Enter Torrey C. Butler of Scribble. An award-winning author, Torrey launched the Scribble app as a safe space where authors can express their ideas, understand where to start, and ultimately w…

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265. Jim Butcher Dresden Files and Writing Urban Fantasy 59:44

2M ago59:44

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I met up with Jim Butcher at the Superstars Writing Conference in Colorado Springs. He is the creator of The Dresden Files, the Codex Alera, and a new series, the Cinder Spires. We talk about his journey to becoming a bestselling author and any backstories of the characters in his Dresden series.Much more insight into why he is the incredible autho…

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EP 347 - Library Advocacy Support with John Chrastka of EveryLibrary 56:27

2M ago56:27

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Mark interviews John Chrastka, the executive director of EveryLibrary, the first nationwide political action committee for libraries, and the EveryLibrary Institute, a nonprofit research and training organization focused on the future of library funding. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a personal update, reads comments from recent episodes, and…

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How to Write a Howling Good Story 46:21

2M ago46:21

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Wulf Moon has been called the guru of aspiring writers. His award-winning Super Secrets of Writing have helped countless writers launch careers, become #1 bestsellers in top fiction categories, and win coveted international awards. Now, all of these transformational secrets have been captured in his latest nonfiction book, How to Write a Howling Go…

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264. Deon McAdoo tells authors how to get books published through Ingram Spark 51:46

2M ago51:46

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Deon McAdoo, Key Accounts Sales Manager for Ingram Spark.IngramSpark is an online self-publishing company that allows you to print, globally distribute, and manage your print and ebooks.I knew very little about Ingram Spark before this interview but rapidly learned what an amazing tool this is for authors wanting to get their books published and di…

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EP 346 - 4 More Publishing Pitfalls for Authors 28:05

2M ago28:05

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A solo episode where Mark shares an excerpt from four elements from his book PUBLISHING PITFALLS FOR AUTHORS. PAST PATRIARCHY PAUSE PAYING The main content (those four points) are read by Mark's AI voice via Eleven Labs. Links of Interest: EP 246 - Four of The Pitfalls of Publishing An Author's Guide to Working With Bookstores and Libraries Smashwo…

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The Magic Behind Chenoweth Press 46:06

2M ago46:06

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David Sherrer is the marketing director and the "husband half" of the remarkable wife-and-husband publishing team at Chenoweth Press. David's wife Lydia is a USA Today bestselling author of urban fantasy. David manages the marketing and fulfillment of physical sales as well as sales at various conventions. David is also a game designer and created …

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263. Contest Director Joni Labaqui Discusses the History of the Contest 59:43

3M ago59:43

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Joni Labaqui has been the Contest Director since 1995. In this episode, we discuss both Contests, starting with what it was like in 1995 and how it has grown.We also discussed each of the Coordinating judges for both Contests.By John Goodwin

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EP 345 - The Art of Libromancy with Josh Cook 1:13:42

3M ago1:13:42

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Mark interviews Josh Cook, Josh Cook, an author, bookseller and the co-owner at Porter Square Books in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where he has worked since 2004 about his writing, his book The Art of Libromancy and his life as a reader and writer. Prior to the interview, Mark reads comments from recent episodes, welcomes new patron Jennifer Brinn, t…

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Sell More Books with Smashwords Sales! 50:33

3M ago50:33

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Did you know the Smashwords store pays indie authors the industry's highest royalties? Did you the Smashwords store is about to celebrate its 7th consecutive year of sales growth? And did you know the 7th Annual Smashwords End of Year Sale was another record breaking Smashwords Sale? Join us as Mark Coker and Mark Lefebvre explain how YOU can use S…

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262. Rebecca Hardy Discusses Writing in 1st Person 1:00:16

3M ago1:00:16

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I met Rebecca Hardy, pen name for Rebecca Hardy, after she wrote a blog post on the cameras of Battlefield Earth.She was subsequently a guest just over a year ago with her debut novel, “House of Lost Wives.” She is a writer, photographer, and artist working in London while residing in West Sussex, England.She has just come out with her second novel…

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EP 344 - Eric T. Knight on Fair Pay with StoryFair 56:46

3M ago56:46

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Mark interviews author Eric T. Knight about his writing and about the origin of StoryFair. net a platform that seeks to pay authors the highest royalty of any other third party platform for their audiobook sales. Prior to the interview, Mark reads comments from recent episodes, welcomes new patron Rob Johnson, and shares a word about this episode's…

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2024 All Star Publishing Predictions 54:54

3M ago54:54

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We've assembled a dream team of industry luminaries to unravel the key trends and issues that will shape publishing in 2024 and likely impact your author business. Join us as we welcome Mark Coker, chief strategy officer, D2D; Jane Friedman, founder & editor of publishing newsletter The Hot Sheet; Joanna Penn of The Creative Penn Podcast; Dale Robe…

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261. Jo Henry, Managing Director of Bookbrunch Publishing News Service 59:28

3M ago59:28

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Jo Henry is the managing director of Bookbrunch, a daily news service and information site for the book industry.She has worked in the book industry for over 40 years, starting at the literary agency A.M Heath; she has worn probably every possible hat in the publishing industry. She joined BookBrunch in 2018. Jo was co-founder of the Book Marketing…

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EP 343 - Self-Publishing Lesbian Fiction (or Something Equally Non-Threatening) with Elizabeth Andre 56:17

3M ago56:17

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Mark interviews Elizabeth Andre (AKA Karen and Victoria) about her/their journey through writing, collaboration, and the new book SELF-PUBLISHING LESBIAN FICTION. Prior to the interview, Mark reads comments from recent episodes and shares a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by ScribeCount (affiliate link). Spend less time…

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Draft2Digital's 2023 Year in Review! 49:48

3M ago49:48

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Did you catch all the news coming out of the D2D camp in 2023? There was a lot to take in: New distribution partnerships, another acquisition, and some pretty nifty milestones to name just a few. We'll recap the year for you and answer all your questions. Join us! //Draft2Digital is where you start your Indie Author Career// Looking for your path t…

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EP 342 - Publishing Trend Reflections for 2024 25:37

3M ago25:37

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In this special bonus solo episode, Mark shares some reflections about recent publishing trends. Prior to the main content, Mark welcomes new patron Donn King, and shares a word about this episode's sponsor, the patrons of the Stark Reflections Podcast. Links of Interest: Written Word Media Publishing Trends Posts 2024 2023 2022 2020 How to Write a…

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260. Judith Anderle Discusses AI, Publishing, and Copyright Law 58:22

3M ago58:22

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Judith Anderle, who, along with her husband, Michael, has built an indie publishing empire and created the 20BooksTo50K annual conference.In this interview, we discuss publishing, AI, and copyright law as it currently stands in January 2024.By John Goodwin

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EP 341 - Howling It Forward With Wulf Moon 1:03:03

3M ago1:03:03

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Mark interviews bestselling writer, editor, and writing instructor, Wulf Moon, who won the national Scholastic Art & Writing Awards at the age of fifteen, and followed that with winning the Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Contest, and Writers of the Future. He leads the Wulf Pack Writers group and is the author of The Illustrated Super Secrets of Wri…

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Joy & Balance in Your Author Journey 54:14

3M ago54:14

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"Writing books is easy!" said no one, ever. In today's world of a 24-hour news cycle, non-stop distractions, career and family obligations, is maintaining a sense of joy and balance even realistic? Enter Sarra Cannon. Sarra's the author of 28 YA and NA novels, with over a million books sold. As the host of the wildly popular Heart Breathings YouTub…

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EP 340 - Personality, Passion, Presentation, and Persistence with Todd Fahnestock 1:12:33

4M ago1:12:33

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Mark interviews award-winning, #1 bestselling fantasy author Todd Fahnestock about his journey through both traditional publishing and indie-publishing, focusing on the moments for learning, growth, and applying passion and persistence. Prior to the interview, Mark shares comments from recent episodes, a personal update, and a word about this episo…

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259.Alex Shvartsman on Writing Snark in SF&F 59:16

4M ago59:16

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Alex Shvartsman is from Ukraine and came to the US as the USSR was collapsing and now lives in New York. With English as his third language, he read voraciously and began writing in his thirties. He sold 100 short stories before venturing into novels. He loves to write.He also holds the distinction of having been #3 in the world in Magic the Gather…

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10 Things You May Not Know About D2D 46:26

4M ago46:26

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It's not uncommon for long-time Draft2Digital authors to tell us that they just learned about a feature we've been offering for years. We aim to put an end to that, and we guarantee you'll learn something new! Our own Mark Leslie Lefebvre dives deep, on Thanksgiving no less, to reveal useful D2D features you may not know are at your fingertips. //D…

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258. José Sánchez & Chris Arias artists from Costa Rica 1:01:02

4M ago1:01:02

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The first half of this interview is with José Sánchez & Chris Arias at the Writers of the Future Awards week. The second half is with Chris, who has had a whirlwind of excitement and recognition after he returned to Costa Rica.By John Goodwin

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