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183 Using TikTok to Sell Books in a Niche with Rebecca Thorne
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Who TikTok works for
* Main types of content for authors to post
* Mistakes to avoid on TikTok
* Fostering a TikTok community
* Advice for creating content
* The technical side of TikTok
This week’s question is: what aspect of book marketing do you find hardest to grasp?
Recommendation of the week is: Only One Coffin by AJ Truman
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Find out more about Rebecca:
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TikTok
Rebel of the Week is: Heather
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KOBO WRITING LIFE
Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.
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Mar 22, 2023
182 Marketing in a Niche and Author Collaborations with TB Markinson and Miranda MacLeod
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Collaborating on marketing as niche authors
* Building relationships with other authors
* What channels work to reach niche readers
* Advice for new sapphic authors
* How to co-write successfully
This week’s question is: what’s the best book you’ve read this year?
Recommendation of the week is: Filthy Rich Vampires by Geneva Lee
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Links I mentioned:
Preorder A Game of Romance and Ruin
Find out more about TB and Miranda:
I Heart SapphFic
Rebel of the Week is: Maggie
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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Mar 15, 2023
181 Business, Processes and Efficiency with Ines Johnson
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Staying organized when promoting multiple series
* Deciding what to put in your business plan
* Investing in marketing
* What new authors should focus on in their business
* Automating parts of your author business
This week’s question is: what’s the best april fools you’ve ever done, witnessed or heard about?
Recommendation of the week is: Write to Riches: 7 Practical Steps to Manifesting Abundance from your Books by Renee Rose
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Links I mentioned:
Unstoppable Authors Episode 178: Launching a New Pen Name with Sacha Black
Big Gay Fiction Podcast Episode 416: Enemies to Lovers Fantasy Romance with Ruby Roe
Find out more about Ines:
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Rebel of the Week is: Holly
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
Welcome and thank you to new patron Bianca Wardle and returning patron Cindy. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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Mar 8, 2023
180 Making our Books and Content Accessible with Jeff Adams and Michele Lucchini
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Why accessibility is important
* What is assistive technology
* Easy ways to make our content more accessible
* How to use alt text
* The four main principles of accessibility
This week’s question is: Tell me something interesting you’ve learned this year.
Recommendation of the week is: Guava Flavored Lies by JJ Arias
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Find out more about Jeff, Michele and accessible content:
Content For Everyone
Buy the Book Here
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Rebel of the Week is: Angel Ackerman
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Wendy Karas. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
Transcript: Sacha: This is The Rebel Author Podcast, where we talk about books, business and occasionally bad words. Hello rebels, and welcome to episode 180. Today, I'm talking to Jeff and Michele all about accessible content and making our books, our social media, our websites more accessible for more readers. But first to last week's question, which was: what book has gotten you out of a reading slump? Carrie says, "I'm still in a slump. I'm always so tired by the time I have time to read that I can read a few pages before I shut down. I think I need an audible subscription again." Heather says, "The book that recently got me out of reading slump was the rage read that was Iron Widow, and it was just what I needed." Claire said, "Another Stupid Love Song by Miranda McLeod and Em Stevens. Last summer, I was racially abused on my way home and followed to the train station by a group of white man." I'm already fucking livid reading this. "It was really traumatic, and I fell into a deep depression afterwards. Stopped going out, stopped writing and reading." I hate reading this. I'm so sorry. "But then I saw Miranda mention that she had a new age gap romance. And the part of me that felt curious about stories began to wake up when I started reading the straightforward writing style, fast pacing and promise of a happily ever after made a good book to start with." I seriously don't know what the fuck is wrong with people. Like, I'm not going to get into a whole load of politics and opinions right now, but just know that reading that made me really crass, and I'm really sorry that you experienced that. I'm really really glad that reading and story and happy ever afters have helped you to at least heal a little bit from that experience. This week's question is: tell me something interesting that you've learned this year. We are heading towards the end of the first quarter. What the fuck? And so I want to know, what have you learned this year? It could be something small. It could be something not at all about writing. It could be anything really. So yeah, it can be about yourself as well. Let me know what you have learned about something this year. Okay, the book recommendation of the week this week is Guava Flavored Lies by JJ Arias. JJ is a fuckin master of bickering. This is the same JJ who interviewed me in the Ruby Roe launch episode. And JJ is coming on the show. We are literally just in the process of booking a date. Oh my god, I had the pleasure of reading Guava Flavored Lies in audio, and it was so good. It was the breath of fresh air that I needed. And okay, so let me tell you about it instead of just keep fucking ranting about how good it is. It's a contemporary romance, sapphic romance, contemporary sapphic romance with two Cuban families rowing. They've got a shit ton of like history, familial history, and like generational arguments between them. They're both pastry chef families and they own like pastry shops. The bickering went back to school girl days, and I've just never read anything where the bickering was so real and so funny and so brilliant. And I just like I literally laughed, and I don't know, I don't know. I think it actually will go down as my favorite contemporary romance that I've ever read. I loved it that much. It's kind of rivals to lovers as well. Yeah, enemies to lovers, rivals to lovers. Probably rivals to lovers, I would say. Just because there are no like stabbing knives. But it is just fantastic. So if you are looking for an example of dialogue that is sharp as fuck, and bickering that is just fantastic between two love interests, this is the story for you. I highly, highly recommend this book. Of course, links will be in the show notes. So in personal news and updates, I'm sick again. Literally can't fucking believe it. Woke up a couple of days ago feeling like rough as a dog, and I just honestly, I really want this to be a positive episode. I hate being whiny, you know what I'm like, I like to charge forward at 1000 miles per hour all of the time, and always look to the goal, to the future, to the whatever. I just, I'm struggling this week. It is a struggle. I am exhausted again. And I genuinely don't think it's any one thing in my life particularly, I just think it is the fact that it's all combined. And I really need to fucking slow down or like, not slow down, but just like take something off my plate before I crash and burn, because I sort of feel like this is a mini physical burnout. I have decided to reduce boot camps slightly. Instead of going five times a week, I'm gonna go three times a week for now. And I'm going to move one of those to the weekend so that I get a little bit more time in the week during the working days so that I can, you know, not work in the evenings so much. But yeah, I'm really over being sick this year. It is alarm bells to me. I am acutely aware that this is a problem and that I need to have a holiday or take some time off. The problem is I'm really shit at taking time off at home because my office is at home. So, you know, that's why I like to travel because then the office isn't here, the temptation isn't here. It's probably a very privileged thing to say. But you know, I do struggle to take time off at home. It just is what it is. It's a fact. So that's kind of where I'm at. Yeah, I don't feel well, and I would like to not be working today, if I'm honest. But there are things that need doing and things that have deadlines. So on I go. In terms of what I've been working on, I have started The Villains Journey. I'm super excited. I have been trying Rachel's method, which I know you guys will have heard about last week on The Black Herron. Oh, no, no. So for those listening on the podcast, you won't have heard about this yet. But for those on Patreon, you will have heard about it. So in the coming episode, Rachel and I discussed the fact that she started writing 500 new words a day on anything. They can be any project. And I was like, oh, that's amazing. And basically, if you do it every single day of the year, I think it's about 182,000 words a year. That's like three books, or more if you write nonfiction and shorter word counts. And I'm not going to do it every single day, I'm just trying to do it every working day. And so yeah, I have started The Villains Journey, and I'm already 3000 words in. I know that doesn't sound like a lot, but I'm not supposed to start writing this until May, you know, and at this rate, I can go to May with about 20k in the bag. So feels like a lot to me. I'm very, very happy. I'm about 19,000 words into the second Girl Games book. This is the one that I already had 30k in, but no, as you know, I more or less scrapped it. I have salvage some of the stuff from the first version, and so yeah, I'm 19,000 words into the book. I've been doing about 5000-word days, which is great. And using a write to…
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Mar 1, 2023
The Black Herron: Episode 7
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number seven between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode seven. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.
To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.
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If you haven’t read The Anatomy of a Best Seller, what are you waiting for? Grab my latest craft book and start deconstructing so you can write your own best seller today.
Book we're reading: Financial Feminist: Overcome the Patriarchy’s Bullsh*t to Master Your Money and Build a Life You Love by Tori Dunlap
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Mar 1, 2023
179 Publishing Trends for the Future with Clayton Noblit
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Resources to create publishing trend predictions
* New channels coming on stream for authors
* How to get into direct sales
* Changes that AI will bring
* Steps to prepare for upcoming publishing trends
This week’s question is: tell me about something you have that makes your life easier.
Recommendation of the week is: Penny For Your Playlist: A Gen-X Game Girls Novel by Patron Maggie Menae
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Links I mentioned:
WWM Article
AI Guidelines
Find out more about Clayton:
Written Word Media
TikTok
Rebel of the Week is: Christina
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack This Show is Sponsored by ProWritingAid
Get 20% off using this Rebel Discount link.
Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
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Feb 22, 2023
178 Book Blurb Writing with Jessie Cunniffe
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Common mistakes when writing blurbs
* How to structure your blurb
* Strategies for writing blurbs
* Creating hooky taglines
* Triggers and warnings in your blurb
This week’s question is: what book has gotten you out of a reading slump?
Recommendation of the week is: Book Lovers by Emily Henry
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Find out more about Jessie:
Website
Book Blurb Magic Special Offer
**Use code REBEL at checkout
FREE blurb cheatsheet
FREE spicy secrets romance blurb mini-course
Instagram @bookblurbmagic
Facebook
Rebel of the Week is: Patricia
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KOBO WRITING LIFE
Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.
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Feb 15, 2023
177 Ruby Roe on Secrets and Settings with JJ Arias
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* First lines
* Using secrets in fiction
* Making settings a character
* How Ruby wrote A Game of Hearts and Heists
This week’s question is: Tell me about a moment in your life you’ll never forget. Babies and marriages aside.
Recommendation of the week is: Profit First: Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine by Mike Michalowicz
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Links I mentioned:
Order A Game of Hearts and Heists
Find out more about JJ:
Author Website
Socials @thejjarias
Rebel of the Week is: Dorian Tsukioka
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
2 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Ryan and Katrina Marie. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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Feb 12, 2023
BONUS EPISODE: Lessons Learned from Starting a New Pen Name
Well, this is the motherlode of write ups! I launched A Game of Hearts and Heists a spicy sapphic fantasy romance on the 10th of February 2023 and I promised to share everything that I’d done to create this new pen name.
Goal: create a financially sustainable fiction pen name that gives me the opportunity to have fun writing and create books that are ‘cannot put down, hangover inducing’
Subgoals: surpass 33 preorders, give out over 100 ARCs, keep production costs as low as possible TLDR Take Aways
* Hate to say it, but mindset IS everything
* Infrastructure is key
* You need more time than you think
* TikTok works
* You have to talk about your excitement
Read full blog post here.
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Feb 8, 2023
176 Secrets to Editing Success with Kristina Stanley and Lucy Cooke
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Revising vs editing
* Biggest editing mistakes authors make
* How to test your story goal
* The five story arc scenes
* Developing effective conflict in your story
This week’s question is: If you could have dinner with someone inspirational (dead or alive) who would it be?
Recommendation of the week is: Red White and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
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Links and events I mentioned:
Blind Date with a Sapphic Book
Find out more about Kristina and Lucy:
The Fictionary Community
Kristina's Author Website
Secrets to Editing Success
Rebel of the Week is: Lovis
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Ana. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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Feb 1, 2023
The Black Herron: Episode 6
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number six between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode six. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.
To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.
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If you like dark humour, learning through examples and want to create the best villains you can, then you’ll love Sacha Black’s guide to crafting superbad villains. Read 13 Steps to Evil today and start creating kick-ass villains.
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Book we're reading: Everything Connects by Faisal Hoque
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Feb 1, 2023
175 Shut Up and Write the Book with Jenna Moreci
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Getting to the end of your first draft
* Blocks, barriers and mistakes for beginner writers
* Finding the right genre for your book
* Tips for self editing
This week’s question is: What trait or skill do you value in yourself?
Recommendation of the week is: House of Hunger by Alexis Henderson
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Amazon USA
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Links I mentioned:
A Game of Hearts and Heists Preorder
***email your preorder proof to rubypreorder@gmail.com to enter the giveaway and get exclusive bonus content
Find out more about Jenna:
Order Shut Up and Write the Book
Subscribe to Jenna's Channel
Check out The Savior's Series
Rebel of the Week is: Luisa
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack This Show is Sponsored by ProWritingAid
Get 20% off using this Rebel Discount link.
Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
**Isoldesse YA Fantasy by Kimberly Grymes
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Jan 25, 2023
174 Hybrid Publishing with Katlyn Duncan
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What is a hybrid author
* Deciding which publishing path to take
* Lessons learned in the author business
* Pros and cons of being hybrid
* How to initiate your hybrid career
This week’s question is: how do you procrastinate?
Recommendation of the week is: The Successful Hybrid Author by Katlyn Duncan
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Links and events I mentioned:
Fictionary Writers Conference 2023: February 12 - 14
13 Steps to Evil: How to Craft Superbad Villains and 10 Steps to Hero: How to Craft Kickass Protagonists are just £1.99 each for the rest of January. Grab them now on all stores.
I Heart SapphFic Reading Challenge
Jae’s Sapphic Book Bingo
Find out more about Katlyn:
The Successful Hybrid Author
Direct Shop
Website
Youtube
Instagram
Rebel of the Week is: Karla Hailer
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of r…
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Jan 21, 2023
BONUS EPISODE Sneak Peek of The Anatomy of a Best Seller Audiobook
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Jan 18, 2023
173 How to Write Cozy Fantasy with Travis Baldree
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The differences between indie and trad publishing
* Advice for writing cozy fantasy
* Creating great descriptions
* Narrating your own book
* Writing better dialogue
This week’s question is: what is giving you joy at the moment?
Recommendation of the week is: Reclaim Your Author Career by Claire Taylor
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Amazon UK
Amazon USA
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Links I mentioned:
13 Steps to Evil: How to Craft Superbad Villains and 10 Steps to Hero: How to Craft Kickass Protagonists are just £1.99 each for the rest of January. Grab them now on all stores.
Preorder A Game of Hearts and Heists
Find out more about Travis:
Twitter @travisbaldree Instagram @travis_baldree Legends & Lattes
Rebel of the Week is: Anonymous
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
1 new patron this week,…
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Jan 11, 2023
172 Sleep and Creativity with Anne Bartolucci
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Myths about sleep
* Creating better quality of sleep
* Dealing with procrastination and overwhelm
* Imposter syndrome and comparison
This week’s question is: What’s your 2023 reading goal?
Recommendation of the week is: Neon Gods by Katee Robert
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Amazon UK
Amazon USA
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Links I mentioned:
13 Steps to Evil: How to Craft Superbad Villains and 10 Steps to Hero: How to Craft Kickass Protagonists are just £1.99 each for the rest of January. Grab them now on all stores.
Find out more about Anne:
Psych Up Academy
Better Sleep for the Overachiever
Instagram
And as Cecilia:
Author Website
Instagram
Rebel of the Week is: Sam Ross
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
Lots of new patrons this week. Welcome and thank you to Dharma Kelleher, Laura Ann…
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Jan 4, 2023
171 How to Raise the Emotional Stakes in your Novel with Stephanie Dethlefs
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The importance of the emotional journey
* Making your prose more emotional
* Tips for writing emotional stories
* How to avoid writing cliched emotions
This week’s question is: Are you a lover or hater of New Year?
Recommendation of the week is: A Dowry of Blood by S.T. Gibson
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Find out more about Stephanie:
Hello Writers!
Rebel of the Week is: Eden Collier
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack This Show is Sponsored by ProWritingAid
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Jan 1, 2023
The Black Herron: Episode 5
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number five between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode five. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.
To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.
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If you haven’t read The Anatomy of a Best Seller, what are you waiting for? Grab my latest craft book and start deconstructing so you can write your own best seller today.
Book we're reading:
Happy Money by Ken Honda
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Quit by Annie Duke
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Dec 28, 2022
170 How to Write Feminist Fiction with C.L. Polk
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Writing about gender inequality in an engaging way
* Creating powerful female characters
* Advice for writing feminist fiction
* Attracting a specific audience
* Balancing a bittersweet ending
This week’s question is: What are your goals for 2023?
Best Nonfiction of the Year:
Happy Money by Ken Honda
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Amazon
Quit by Annie Duke
Kobo
Amazon
Relentless by Tim S Grover
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Amazon
Best Fiction of the Year:
Queen Takes Rose by Katee Robert
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Amazon
King of Battle and Blood by Scarlett St Clair
Kobo
Amazon
Darkest Night by Alessa Thorn
Amazon
Special mention to Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree
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Amazon
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Links I mentioned:
Preorder A Game of Hearts and Heists
Find out more about C.L. at:
Author Website
Dreamwidth
Instagram @clpolk
Twitter @clpolk
Rebel of the Week is: Jasmine Arch
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it…
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Dec 21, 2022
169 Subscriptions for Authors with Emilia Rose
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to use Patreon as an author
* Producing content quickly and consistently
* Growing your subscription platform
* Engaging and fostering your community
* Tips for creating cliffhangers
This week’s question is: Tell me something you love about yourself
Recommendation of the week is: A Game of Hearts and Heists by Ruby Roe
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
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Links I mentioned:
The “I Quit My Job” Post: Read the post I wrote announcing the fact I'd quit my day job
Find out more about Emilia:
Author Website
Professional Links to Subscription-Related Projects:
Subscriptions for Authors
Ream
Rebel of the Week is: Sam Ross
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Olivia Bedford. A big thank you to my existing patrons as…
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Dec 14, 2022
168 Line Editing for Authors with Hayley Milliman
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The different types of editing
* The editing process
* Line editing for different levels
* Using tools like ProWritingAid
This week’s question is: Thinking towards next year and things you might need to put in place to help you achieve your goals, what motivates you?
Recommendation of the week is: Blood and Steel by Helen Scheuerer
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Amazon USA
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Find out more about Hayley and ProWritingAid with:
20% off ProWritingAid Premium
Rebel of the Week is: Judith Mortimore
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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Dec 7, 2022
167 How to Write Fantasy Romance with Scarlett St. Clair
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What fantasy romance is
* Writing romantic tension
* Tips to writing sex scenes
* Audience building
* Creating boundaries with your fan base
This week’s question is: Tell me something positive.
Recommendation of the week is: Wednesday (Netflix)
Links I mentioned:
Tom Trotter
Mailing List sign up
Find out more about Scarlett:
Instagram @authorscarlettstclair
TikTok @authorscarlettstclair
Author Website
Buy Queen of Myth and Monsters
Rebel of the Week is: Lena Johnson
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons, but thank you to Sparky Hazard for upping their pledge. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.co…
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Dec 1, 2022
The Black Herron: Episode 4
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number four between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode four. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.
To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.
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If you like dark humor, learning through examples and want to create perfect prose, then you’ll love my guide to crafting sensational sentences. Read The Anatomy of Prose today and start creating kick-ass stories.
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Book we're reading: Happy Money by Ken Honda
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Nov 30, 2022
166 The Anatomy of Genres with John Truby
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Defining genre
* How to mix genres
* Tropes with a twist
* Genre-specific mistakes to avoid
This week’s question is: What self-limiting beliefs do you have?
Recommendation of the week is: Story Genius by Lisa Cron
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Links I mentioned:
Sacha’s Black Friday Discounts, use code BLACKFRIDAY30
Books
Courses
Black Friday Deals Post
Find out more about John:
The Anatomy of Genres
Rebel of the Week is: Karla Hailer
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3 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Tara D, V.E. Griffith and Liz Lazo. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by vi…
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Nov 23, 2022
165 Planning for Authors with Sarra Cannon
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Planning systems
* How to plan effectively
* Planning for the unknown
* Balancing family and career
* Mindset shifts
This week’s question is: what have you learned about yourself this year?
Recommendation of the week is: High School Rocket Science: For Extraterrestrial Use Only by Patron Stanley B Trice
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Sacha’s Black Friday Discounts, use code BLACKFRIDAY30
Books Link
Courses Link
Black Friday Deals Post
Find out more about Sarra:
YouTube
Instagram @heartbreathings
Author Website
Rebel of the Week is: Bair Klos
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to all of my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all…
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Nov 16, 2022
164 Writing Fuel for Indie Authors with Cassie Newell
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Giving yourself permission
* Changing your mindset around writing
* How to start writing
* How to keep writing fun
* Quitting vs Sticking vs Pivoting
This week’s question is: What should you be doing, that you aren't?
Recommendation of the week is: Even Though I Knew the End by C.L. Polk
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It's Black Friday this month, so I'm throwing the biggest bargain party I've ever done.
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Sale runs 14th Nov to 4th December.
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Find out more about Cassie on:
Website
Writer Fuel Community
Storytellers Faceoff Podcast
TikTok
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Nov 9, 2022
163 How to Be a Fearless Writer with Beth Kempton
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Japan
* The most common writer fears
* How to become fearless
* Approaches to perfectionism
* Approaches to failure
This week’s question is: What country is top of your bucket list?
Recommendation of the week is: Quit by Annie Duke
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Instagram
Author Website
Do What You Love
The Way of the Fearless Writer
Rebel of the Week is: Jackson Hollingsworth
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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Nov 2, 2022
162 Writing as a Parent or Carer with Megan Clancy
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Advice for working full-time and trying to write
* Balancing caring duties and writing
* Boundaries, how to have them and hold them
* Mindset shifts
This week’s question is: Do you struggle to make time for all the things in life?
Recommendation of the week is: How to Fail by Elizabeth Day
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Author Website
Twitter
Instagram
TikTok
Rebel of the Week is: Eden
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
4 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Tove Sama, Ronnie Ledesma, Robi Francis and Farica Woods. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: ww…
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Nov 1, 2022
The Black Herron: Episode 3
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number three between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode three. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.
To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.
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Books we mentioned: How to Fail: Everything I’ve Ever Learned From Things Going Wrong by Elizabeth Day
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Oct 26, 2022
161 How to Write Urban Fantasy with Sarah Painter
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What elements make urban fantasy
* Crafting the urban fantasy voice
* Marketing urban fantasy
* Urban fantasy tropes
This week’s question is: how do you approach editing?
Recommendation of the week is: A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J Maas
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Escape the Plot Forest
Learn more about Sarah on:
Facebook
Author Website
StoryBundle - The Writer's Career Toolkit Bundle
Rebel of the Week is: Sharon
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
1 new patron, welcome and thank you to Danielle Brigante. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting:…
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Oct 19, 2022
160 NaNoWriMo for Indie Authors with Grant Faulkner
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What NaNo is and how to participate
* The community of NaNo
* Tips and tricks for setting yourself up for NaNo
* Methods for keeping going
* NaNo Mindset
This week’s question is: Have you ever done NaNo? or will you do NaNo this year?
Recommendation of the week is: Darkest Night by Alessa Thorn
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Links I mentioned are:
FREE summit Escape the Plot Forest
Find out more about Grant at:
Author Website
Pep Talks for Writers
Rebel of the Week is: April Jones's husband's friend
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Paul Worthington. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can fro…
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Oct 12, 2022
159 How to Write a Cozy Mystery with Sara Rosett
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The psychology of cozy mysteries
* Cozy tropes
* Mistakes to avoid
* Craft advice for writing cozy mysteries
* Marketing for introverts
This week’s question is: What would you like for Christmas?
Recommendation of the week is: A Lair of Bones by Helen Scheuerer
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Author Website
How to Outline a Cozy Mystery
Rebel of the Week is: Jennie Krypton (TikTok @jennie_krypton)
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Cianne McKinnon. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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Oct 5, 2022
158 How to Write Fast and Plot a Novel with Shane Millar
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Mistakes to avoid when outlining or trying to write fast
* The 9 critical story beats
* What to do when you veer off your outline
* The pillars of writing fast
This week’s question is: What and when was the last bit of self care you did?
Recommendation of the week is: A Glasgow Kiss by Sophie Gravia
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How to Plot Your Novel
Rebel of the Week is: Eden’s Nan
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
2 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Barbra Campbell and Tara Brinkley. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: w…
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Oct 1, 2022
The Black Herron: Episode 2
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number two between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode two. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.
To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.
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If you haven’t read The Anatomy of a Best Seller, what are you waiting for? Grab my latest craft book and start deconstructing so you can write your own best seller today.
Books we mentioned: Stop Making Others Rich: How Authors Can Make Bank By Selling Direct by Morgana S. Best
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Sep 28, 2022
157 How to Write Historical Fiction with Kim Taylor Blakemore
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What makes a historical novel
* Craft tips for historical novels
* Research tips for historical novels
* Writing about real historical people
* The line between fantasy and historical
This week’s question is: what’s the best TV show or movie you’ve seen this year?
Recommendation of the week is: Relentless: From Good to Great to Unstoppable by Tim S Grover
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Author Website
Instagram: @kimtaylorblakemorebooks
The Deception
Rebel of the Week is: Sorcha Brennan
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as…
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Sep 21, 2022
156 How Indie Authors Can Collaborate with Asa Maria Bradley
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Dozens of ideas for how to collaborate
* Ways to market your collaborative work
* Mistakes to avoid when collaborating
* Benefits of collaborating
* Why you should consider collaborating
This week’s question is: would you ever collaborate and if so, in what way?
Recommendation of the week is:
Send me YOUR recommendations for inspirational, business or mindset nonfiction books and DM me on Instagram @sachablackauthor
Find out more about Asa Maria at:
Instagram
Facebook
TikTok
Author Website
Rebel of the Week is: Laura Styles
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
3 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Simone Kelly, Barbara Becc and Heather Button. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well…
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Sep 14, 2022
155 How to Pivot Genre with Alessa Thorn
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Can you pivot in 2022 and be successful?
* What are good reasons to pivot?
* What you need to research before pivoting
* Mistakes to avoid
* How to build a new audience
This week’s question is: what month or season are you most productive in?
Recommendation of the week is: It Happened on Fifth Street by Robyn R Pearce (patron)
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Author Website
Instagram
Rebel of the Week is: Jasmine C. Caldwell
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
2 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to E.L. Creswell and Lucia Jacobs. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visit…
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Sep 7, 2022
154 How to Write Thrillers and Mysteries with Tom Fowler
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What makes a good thriller
* How to market thrillers
* How to create pace and tension
* The voice of thrillers
* How to build an audience for thrillers
This week’s question is: What’s the best thriller you’ve ever read?
Recommendation of the week is: The Anatomy of a Best Seller by ME!
Reasons to Read The Anatomy of a Best Seller:
* If you want to understand what makes your favorite books so good, this book is for you.
* If you’d love to learn the tools that the best selling authors use in your genre, this is for you.
* If you want to understand how to “know your market” how to break down the tropes, tone, craft and marketing you need in order to succeed, this book is for you!
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Rebel of the Week is:…
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Sep 1, 2022
The Black Herron: Episode 1
Hello Rebels,
And welcome to a special episode. Going forward, Rachael Herron and I will be doing a bonus episode each month. Think of it as a fireside chat between two good friends and you get to eavesdrop on the gossip.
We’re calling these special episodes “The Black Herron”. Patrons will receive the episodes one month early. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.
To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.
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If you haven’t read The Anatomy of a Best Seller, what are you waiting for? Grab my latest craft book and start deconstructing so you can write your own best seller today.
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Aug 31, 2022
153 How to Write a Successful Series with Helen Scheuerer
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to approach a series
* Setting up a character arcs
* Series writing for “pantsers”
* Making every book land with a punch
* Wrapping up a series early
This week’s question is: what’s your favorite series? (either you’ve written or read)
Recommendation of the week is: King of Battle and Blood by Scarlett St. Clair
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Helen’s Original Episode: 95
Find out more about Helen:
Fiction books
Nonfiction books
Website
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Facebook
Rebel of the Week is: Lottie Saahko
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
One new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Christina Kilada. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the epis…
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Aug 24, 2022
152 How to Work with Literary Agents With Lucinda Halpern
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How the literary agency landscape has changed
* How indie authors can work with agents
* Mistakes authors make trying to work with agents
* How to stand out to an agent
* How essential brand and platform is for an agent
This week’s question is: where was the last holiday you took or fun place you’ve been?
A few highlights from holiday:
Find out more about Lucinda on:
Twitter: @LucindaLitNYC
IG: @lucindaliterary
FB: @LucindaLiterary
LinkedIn
YT
Newsletter
Lucinda's Get Signed course
All of Lucinda's available online courses
Rebel of the Week is: Felix Qualls
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
Thank you to Angie Green for upping their pledge and welcome to new patron Erica Lott. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early acces…
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Aug 17, 2022
151 Social Media for Authors with Suzie Speaks
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The foundations of managing social media
* How to track social media progress
* What content should authors produce
* How to create a social media strategy
* Social media mistakes to avoid
This week’s question is: What has surprised you recently?
Recommendation of the week is: How To Write A Successful Series: Writing Strategies For Authors Helen B. Scheuerer
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Find our more about Suzie on:
Suzie Speaks Blog
Rebel of the Week is: Samira Lloyd
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little…
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Aug 10, 2022
150 TikTok for Authors with AK Mulford
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What TikTok is and how it’s different from the other social platforms
* Types of content for TikTok
* How to drive sales with TikTok
* Tips for content creation
This week’s question is: Are you a TikToker?
Recommendation of the week is: Malice by Heather Walter
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The High Mountain Court
Rebel of the Week is: Eden Collier’s Nan
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com.
2 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to River Hemans and Laura Styles. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablac…
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Aug 3, 2022
The Anatomy of a Best Seller with Sacha Black and Cassie Newell
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Definitions of best seller
* How to look at comparisonitis differently
* Examples of deconstruction
* The what, why and how of reading
* What to look for when deconstructing
This week’s question is: What best seller will you deconstruct after listening to this episode?
Recommendation of the week is: The Anatomy of a Best Seller Universal Link Buy Direct Apple Kobo Amazon UK Amazon USA
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Rebel of the Week is: Kate Rice
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
4 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Katrina Marie, Mackenzie Alexander, Shirley Day and Sparky Hazard. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by vis…
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Jul 27, 2022
148 How to Write Epic Fantasy with Ryan Cahill
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Mistakes to avoid writing epic fantasy
* Marketing epic fantasy
* Trends in epic fantasy
* How to keep readers engaged when you write really long books
* Epic fantasy tropes
This week’s question is: Do you struggle to understand your genre or what the reader wants?
Recommendation of the week is: The Anatomy of a Best Seller!
Find out more about Ryan at:
Author Website
Twitter
Instagram
Facebook
Rebel of the Week is: Sarah Flandorfer
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Josee Smith. And thank you to Yanni Jade for upping your pledge. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patre…
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Jul 20, 2022
147 Author Plans, Brands and Success with Zoe York
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Understanding the readerscape
* Mistakes authors make with their first series
* How writers can weave marketing into their series
* How to cultivate fanbases
* Series 2.0 what it is and how to do it
This week’s question is: What’s your poison of choice?
Recommendation of the week is: A Serpent’s Tooth by Matty Dalrymple
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Find out more about Zoe at:
www.romanceyourbrand.com
@zoeyorkwrites on all platforms
Rebel of the Week is: Lynn Morrison
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
Lots of new patrons this week. Welcome and thank you to Cassi Emerson, John Sheets, Holger Nils Pohl, Jennifer Sommersby Young, Irene Tierney, and Cheese&Quackers. A big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and…
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Jul 13, 2022
146 Go Wide Grow Wide: How to Sell More Books with Monica Leonelle
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What genres are better suited to being wide vs in KU
* Best methods for managing all the distributors
* How to grow your audience wide
* Different approaches for different platforms
This week’s question is: what kind of research do you do for your books?
Recommendation of the week is: My courses
If you want to improve your sensory writing or create better villains, then I have a course for you. Get a whopping 30% discount using the code REBELSUMMER only valid until the end of July
Learn more about Monica at:
Go Wide, Grow Wide
Rebel of the Week is: Karla Hailer
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
2 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Meg Cowley and Stella Bixby. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the e…
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Jul 6, 2022
145 How to Skeleton Draft with Steff Green
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Does skeleton drafting work for everyone?
* Skeleton draft mistakes to avoid
* An overview of the skeleton draft process
* What details go into a draft
This week’s question is: Tell me something fun you have planned for the summer.
Recommendation of the week is: The 12 Week Year by Brian P Moran
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Writing Your Skeleton Draft Course: Use code REBEL for $10 off
Rebel of the Week is: Katie Forrest If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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Jun 29, 2022
144 Writing in Multiple Genres with Meg Jolly
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to approach a new genre
* How to market multiple genres
* How to research a new genre
* Voice across different genres
* Readers in different genres
This week’s question is: Across your career, what genres would you like to write in?
Recommendation of the week is: Lucky Bitch: A Guide for Exceptional Women to Create Outrageous Success by Denise Duffield Thomas
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Links and updates I mentioned:
Sprint writing room
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Jun 22, 2022
143 How to Write Great Beginnings with Sandra Gerth
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The most common mistakes authors make with beginnings
* What you need to establish in the first act and first chapter
* How to handle prologues and flashbacks
* Hooks
* How to know when you have the right beginning
This week’s question is: It’s mid year. What one thing will you complete by the end of the year?
Recommendation of the week is: The Fantastical Transmogrifier: A Camp Enigma Novel by Patron Jennifer Roundell
Amazon UK
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Links I mentioned are:
Sacha’s Sapphic Mailing List: Get 250+ sapphic YA book recommendations
Find out more about Sandra at:
Write Great Beginnings
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Newsletter for authors
Rebel of the Week is: Beth Cox
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
2 new…
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Jun 15, 2022
142 The Intuitive Writer with Becca Syme
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The five types of intuition
* How to stop crushing your intuition
* Putting plotting vs pantsing to bed
* Shutting out input/influence sources
* Mistakes to avoid
This week’s question is: are you intuitive?
Recommendation of the week is: Happy Sexy Millionaire by Steven Bartlett
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Find out more about Becca on:
Becca’s first interview episode 17
Visit the Better Faster Academy
Becca’s YT channel
Rebel of the Week is: Jackson Hollingsworth
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
4 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Megdalena, Herman Steuernagel, Claire Donnelly and Annie Lawrence. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as w…
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Jun 8, 2022
141 How to Write Active Settings with Mary Buckham
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The difference between active and non active settings
* How to make your settings more active
* How characters should engage with settings
* Mistakes to avoid with active settings
* How to hook your readers
Find out more about Mary:
Visit her website
Subscribe to her newsletter
Friend her on Facebook
Tweet her @MaryBuckham
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Jun 1, 2022
140 Writing and Marketing Systems with Elana Johnson
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to assess your time
* Mistakes to avoid when trying to structure writing systems
* How to streamline your business
* Tiered launches
* How to assess your series success
This week’s question is: What do you want to learn more about?
Recommendation of the week is: I Kissed Shara Wheeler by Casey McQuiston
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Find out more about Elana:
Join her Facebook group
Read her books for writers: Writing and Releasing Rapidly and Writing Killer Cover Copy
See all of Elana's books (including some she wrote under her pen name of Liz Isaacson)
Elana's Blog
Link to Las Vegas Talk
Rebel of the Week is: Allison Carroll
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d…
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May 25, 2022
139 How to Write Funny with Heide Goody and Iain Grant
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to collaborate effectively
* Mistakes to avoid in collaborations
* How to approach writing humour
* The format and structure of a joke
* Different types of humour
* Agents of chaos
This week’s question is: How do you self-sabotage?
Recommendation of the week is: Tinseltown Toils by Jay Renee Lawrence (Patron)
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Find out more about Heide and Iain at:
Facebook
Pigeon Park Press
Rebel of the Week is: Dharma Kelleher
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Karen Heenan. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.c…
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May 18, 2022
138 How to Write Erotica and Dark Romance with Golden Angel
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Overview of the genre and subgenres
* What makes a good erotica novel
* Terminology and language
* How to write a good sex scene
* Common mistakes to avoid
This week’s question is: Tell me about something you’re proud of.
Recommendation of the week is: Dear Writer, Are You Intuitive? by Becca Syme
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Links I mentioned are:
Competition Quitcast
Superbad Villains on The Writer's Mindset
The Merry Writer Podcast
Find out more about Golden Angel at:
Author Website
Rebel of the Week is: Bair
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
2 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Karla Hailer and Vanessa Wells. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the…
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May 11, 2022
137 How to Write About Mental Health and Trauma with Iona Wayland
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to approach and research trauma and mental health
* Trigger words and content words
* How to write about trauma realistically
* Sensitivity reading
* So much science and psychology
This week’s question is: how are you looking after yourself?
Recommendation of the week is: The Bestseller Code by Matthew Jockers and Jodie Archer
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Find out more about Iona at:
Author Website/Sensitivity Reading
Ashes
Instagram
Twitter
BookBub
GoodReads
Rebel of the Week is: Lena Johnson
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com.
2 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Valerie Ihsan and CJ Dainton. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well…
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May 4, 2022
136 How to Write a Scrappy First Draft with Donna Barker
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Top tips and tricks to get through your draft
* Mistakes to avoid
* Mindset barriers for first drafts
* What to do when you get stuck
This week’s question is: who would you like to see on the show or what topics would you like covered?
Recommendation of the week is: Gallant by V.E. Schwab
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Find out more about Donna at:
The Creative Academy
Romance Author Website
Rebel of the Week is: Jackson Hollingsworth
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
3 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Darren Blake, Rebecca Adams and Kimberly Grymes. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content yo…
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Apr 27, 2022
135 6 Lessons from Three Years of Full-Time Writing
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The income update
* Realising I’m not superhuman
* Refining and focusing on the money
* Being a better publisher
* Human connection
* Your uniqueness
This week’s question is: What's the biggest lesson you’ve learned from your journey so far?
Recommendation of the week is: Keepers by me!
Available at all good stores!
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Links I mentioned are:
5 Lessons from Two Years of Writing Full-Time
10 Lessons from One Year of Writing Full-Time
Rebel of the Week is: Ian Worrall
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
A big thank you to returning patron Bair Klos and to current patron, H. B. Lyne, for upping her pledge. A big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can…
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Apr 20, 2022
134 How to Launch Your First Book with CM Newell, SW Millar and Scott Williamson
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How they felt as first time authors in 2022
* How and why they chose their launch and marketing model
* What went well
* What mistakes they made and would do differently next time
* The hardest part about launching your first book
This week’s question is: How is your year going? Is it as productive as you wanted?
Find out more about SW Millar at:
Instagram
Twitter
Website
Find out more about CM Newell at:
Instagram
Facebook
Goodreads
Author Website
Tik Tok
**Anyone who buys an ebook through CM's website store for rebel listeners, they can use the code Villains40 and receive a 40% discount through end of the year.
Find out more about Scott Williamson at:
Instagram
Website
Rebel of the Week is: Helen Rygh Pederson
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
1 new patron this week, welcome…
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Apr 13, 2022
133 How to Write a Retelling with Alix E Harrow
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to write a retelling
* Mistakes to avoid with retellings
* How closely you need to stick to the original tale
* How to develop voice
* Description tips
This week’s question is: How do you plan? By tax year, calendar year, by quarter or something else?
Recommendation of the week is: The Mechanic: A John Tyler Thriller by Tom Fowler (patron)
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Links and events I mentioned are:
Jericho Writers Self-Publishing Month
Find out more about Alix on:
Twitter
Author website
Rebel of the Week is: Lena Johnson
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as…
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Apr 6, 2022
132 How to Succeed in a Niche Book Genre with Nora Phoenix
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What is a niche?
* How to assess a niche
* How to find and assess comp authors
* The difference between writing to market and to trend
* How to build a platform in advance
This week’s question is: What are your fave in-person events?
Recommendation of the week is: The Shadows Between Us by Tricia Levenseller
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Links I mentioned are:
The Rebel Diaries Anthology Edited by Sacha Black
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Amazon US
Find out more about Nora at:
noraphoenix.com
For readers: join FB group Nora's Nook
For authors: join FB group #IWroteThis
Rebel of the Week is: Scott Williamson
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Isabel Cañas. A big thank yo…
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Mar 30, 2022
BONUS EPISODE Sneak Peek at The Rebel Diaries
Episode Show Notes
Order your copy of The Rebel Diaries at all good stores: https://books2read.com/rebeldiaries
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Find out more about the authors at:
Scott Williamson
Author website
Instagram
Kimberly Grymes
Author website
Instagram
Sacha Black
Author website
Instagram
Helen Glynn Jones
Author website
Instagram
A.E. Kincaid
Author website
Instagram
L.F. Wham
Author website
Instagram
Val Neil
Author website
Instagram
Jay Renee Lawrence
Author website
Instagram
Mark Leslie
Author website
Instagram
J. Ember Hintz
Author website
Instagram
Matt Hollon
Instagram
Meghan J. Dahl
Author website
Instagram
J A Mortimore
Author website
Instagram
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Mar 30, 2022
131 How to Write and Market an Anthology with Mark Leslie Lefebvre and Helen Glynn Jones
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Lessons learned from writing short stories
* Mistakes to avoid
* Submission tips
* Anthology marketing tips
* How to organise and run an anthology
This week’s question is: Have you ever applied to or participated in an anthology? OR do you read them?
Recommendation of the week is: The Rebel Diaries Anthology Edited by Sacha Black
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Amazon US
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Find out more about Mark at:
Author Website
Twitter
Instagram
YouTube
Find out more about Helen at:
Author Website
Blog
Twitter
Instagram
Rebel of the Week is: Leighann Rust
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get…
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Mar 23, 2022
130 Writing Complex Female Relationships with Maggie Smith
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to include complex topics sensitively
* How to write difficult female relationships
* How get into the mindset of different generations
* How to write mother-daughter relationships
This week’s question is: Recommend me a craft book!
Recommendation of the week is: Black Dog & Other Gothic Tales by Icy Sedgwick
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And her other book The Necromancer’s Apprentice
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Find out more about Maggie on:
Instagram
Website
Goodreads
Rebel of the Week is: Genevieve Scholl
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
A big thanks to Jenni Lynn for upping her pledge. And a big thank you to all my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus…
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Mar 16, 2022
129 Save the Cat Writes a Novel with Jessica Brody
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What Save the Cat is
* What the main beats are
* Mistakes to avoid with Save the Cat
* How to use save the cat beats with dual POV
This week’s question is: What are your favorite tropes?
Recommendation of the week is: A Lesson in Vengeance by Victoria Lee
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Links I mentioned are:
35% Birthday discount until 18th March. Use code: BIRTHDAY35
Sacha Black's Shop
The Senses Course
Preorder the Rebel Anthology
Find out more about Jessica at:
JessicaBrody.com
Twitter
Instagram
Rebel of the Week is: River
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Verona Rae. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes…
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Mar 9, 2022
128 Neurodiversity in Fiction with Mazey Eddings
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Finding the balance between realistic detail and info dumping
* Making mental health representation realistic
* Taking care of yourself when writing about difficult topics
* How to research mental health effectively
* Literary tricks to give depth to representation
This week’s question is: How comfortable are you writing about difference?
Recommendation of the week is: Girl from the Sea by Molly Knox Ostertag
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Amazon USA
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Links I mentioned are:
Birthday discount use code: BIRTHDAY35 valid until 13th March
VALID ON: ebooks, courses and audiobooks
Link for webshop
Link for my courses
Rebel Diaries preorder link
Rebel Author FB group
Find out more about Mazey at:
Website
A Brush With Love
Rebel of the Week is: Jeff
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebela…
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Mar 2, 2022
127 How to Write Humour and Sex Positive Stories for Teens with Margot Wood
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What are sex positive stories and where is the line between sex positive and smut?
* How to sensitively cover topics like sexual assault
* How to create a crew/found family vibe
* Tips and tricks for creating a voicey narrator voice!
This week’s question is: how comfortable are you writing sex and relationships into your books?
Recommendation of the week is: Midnight Victories by L.K. Latham
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Find out more about Margot on:
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Twitter
Cover Illustration © 2021 Noah Camp
Cover Design by Hana Anouk Nakamura
Cover © 2021 Amulet Books
and Author Photo © 2021 Margot Wood
Rebel of the Week is: Julie
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
1 new patron this week, a big welcome and thank…
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Feb 23, 2022
126 Mailing Lists for Indie Authors with Tammi Labrecque
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Where to start with a mailing list
* How to build a mailing list
* Types of reader magnets
* What to write in your newsletters
* Common mailing list mistakes
This week’s question is: Are you romantic?
Recommendation of the week is: The Hating Game by Sally Thorne
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Amazon USA
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Links I mentioned are:
50% off my audiobook 13 Steps to Evil: How to Craft Superbad Villains if you buy direct using code: FABFIFTY
Find out more about Tammi on:
Newsletter Ninja 2
Website
Rebel of the Week is: Jessa Forest
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com.
No new patrons this week but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2…
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Feb 16, 2022
125 How to Build a Professional Author Network with Emma Byrne
Episode Show Notes:
In this episode we cover:
* What a professional network is and why you need one
* Tactics for building a network
* How to nurture your network in pandemic times
* How introverts can grow their network
* Mistakes to avoid
This week’s question is: What’s the hardest thing you’ve done in your writing journey?
Recommendation of the week is: Newsletter Ninja 2: If You Give a Reader a Cookie: Supercharge Your Author Mailing List With the Perfect Reader Magnet by Tammi L. Labrecque
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
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Links I mentioned are:
50% discount on Sacha's audiobook 13 Steps to Evil: How to Craft a Superbad Villain
Use code: FABFIFTY
Find out more about Emma on:
Wild Words Festival: 10% discount for listeners if you use the code REBEL while booking
Swearing Is Good For You
Emma’s Original Interview: Episode 73
Rebel of the Week is: Anneli
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it c…
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Feb 9, 2022
124 How to Craft Your Writing Voice with September C Fawkes
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What is voice?
* How to create distinctive voice
* How does a character’s background influence voice
* Mistakes to avoid with voice
* Tools for differentiating dialogue
This week’s question is: How do you, or what books have gotten you out of a reading slump?
Recommendation of the week is:
My Audiobook 13 Steps to Evil is on sale for the whole of February.
Get a 50% discount if you buy from me direct, use code: FABFIFTY
Find out more about September at:
Facebook
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Instagram
Twitter
Rebel of the Week is: Kathryn Fletcher
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
1 new patron this week, a big welcome and thank you to Maryn Corkran. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you c…
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Feb 2, 2022
123 Kickstarter for Indie Authors with Paddy Finn
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What kickstarter is
* A run through a basic kickstarter
* How to market them
* The best types of products to use in conjunction with kickstarter
* Mistakes to avoid
* The types of goals to set
This week’s question is: Have you ever run, or backed a kickstarter?
Recommendation of the week is: Boyfriend Material by Alexis Hall
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Amazon USA
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Find out more about Paddy and Kickstarter at:
Facebook
Kickstarter Launch Formula by Salvador Briggman
Amazon UK
Amazon US
Rebel of the Week is: Rick Waugh
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a m…
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Jan 26, 2022
122 How to Write Romance with Jami Albright
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The fundamentals of romance
* How to build tension and attraction
* How to write humour
* Tropes, HEAs and grabbing the reader
* Grand gestures
* Business models
This week’s question is: how are you advocating for your creative self?
Recommendation of the week is: Get Rich, Lucky Bitch: Release Your Money Blocks and Live a First-Class Life by Denise Duffield-Thomas
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Amazon USA
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Links I mentioned:
Recommended listen: Rachel Herron’s money episode
Find out more about Jami on:
Website
Instagram
Facebook
Amazon
TikTok
Rebel of the Week is: April Jones
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, a…
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Jan 19, 2022
121 How to Find Your Inner Genius with Kelly Trach
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to find your genius
* Can you monetize your genius
* How to incorporate your genius into your branding
* How to overcome doubt
* How your shadow self is your greatest weakness and greatest power
This week’s question is: What is your genius?
Recommendation of the week is: Fresh by Margot Wood
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Amazon USA
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Find out more about Kelly at:
Website
Instagram
P.S. You’re A Genius
Rebel of the Week is: Matthew Goodall
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
No new patrons this week but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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Jan 12, 2022
120 Content Marketing and Repurposing for Authors with Amy Woods
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What is content marketing and repurposing
* Common mistakes to avoid with content marketing
* How to repurpose if you can’t afford to outsource?
* Fiction approaches
* How to build an audience with content repurposing
This week’s question is: Other than reading and writing, what do you hope to do more of this year?
Recommendation of the week is: The Echo Wife by Sarah Gailey
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Find out more about Amy on:
Website
Twitter
Instagram
Facebook
Rebel of the Week is: Tim Seabrook
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
2 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Katie Forrest and Lovis Geier. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get earl…
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Jan 5, 2022
119 How to Market a Book in 2022 with Ricardo Fayet
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Marketing mindset principles
* The top 3 things everyone should to do market their books
* Budget marketing
* Launch mistakes
* Overview of advertising
This week’s question is: what’s your word for 2022?
Recommendation of the week is: A Spindle Splintered by Alix E Harrow
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Find out more about Ricardo at:
How to Market a Book
Rebel of the Week is: Rowan James
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
2 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Jessica Smith and Jessica A McMinn. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreo…
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Dec 29, 2021
118 How to Write Award Winning Crime with Rachel McLean
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What makes a good crime book
* Mistakes to avoid writing crime
* How to create mystery and tension
* How to create realistic crime when you’re not a police officer
* How to balance character development across an episodic series
Find out more about Rachel on:
Facebook
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Twitter
Website
THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KOBO WRITING LIFE
Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.
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Dec 22, 2021
117 How to Create a Magic System with C.R. Rowenson
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What a magic system is
* The mistakes to avoid when building one
* How to test your magic system
* An overarching system to help you create your magic system
* How to get the balance of your magic system just right
This week’s question is: What’s your reading goal for 2022?
Recommendation of the week is: Whispers of Deception: (The Highland Legacy Series Book 1) by Renee Gallant
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Amazon USA
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Find out more about C.R. at:
Website
Youtube
The Magic System Blueprint
Workbook
Magic System Blueprint Downloadable Files
Rebel of the Week is: Robert Byers
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Audrey Audere. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d lik…
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Dec 15, 2021
116 How to Write Killer Book Descriptions with Brian Meeks
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What a good description looks like
* The structure of a good description
* Common blurb mistakes
* A rather brutal critique of my blurb!
This week’s question is: What are your plans for the festive season?
Recommendation of the week is: Not My Problem by Ciara Smyth
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Find out more about Brian at:
Brian's Description Course
Instagram
BitClout
LinkedIn
Facebook
Twitter
Pinterest
TikTok
Mailchimp
Youtube
Rebel of the Week is: Robin Phillips
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
A big thank you to Matty Dalrymple for upping her pledge and a big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content…
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Dec 8, 2021
115 Time Management for Indie Authors in 2022 with Robyn Pearce
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Time management mistakes
* How to set and work with boundaries
* How to deal with interruptions, emails and notifications
* Life management hacks
This week’s question is: What is your favorite book of 2021?
Recommendation of the week is: Kay’s Anatomy and Kay’s Marvellous Medicine by Adam Kay
Apple
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Amazon USA
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Links and events I mentioned are:
20Booksto50kVegas Playlist: View full playlist
Find out more about Robyn at:
Website with all of her books
Website for fiction
Heaps of time management info plus free report ‘How To Master Time In Only 90 Seconds’
Rebel of the Week is: Aaron
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’…
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Dec 1, 2021
114 Understanding Money as an Indie Author with MJ Fievre
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to decide what income streams are worth it
* How to balance income streams and workload
* Mistakes to avoid with income streams
* What are the most important factors for creating a sustainable long term career
This week’s question is: How do you work with deadlines?
Recommendation of the week is: Lies The Guardians Tell by Herman Steuernagel
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
Herman's Website
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Find out more about MJ on:
Website
Instagram
LinkedIn
Badass Black Girl book
Empowered Black Girl book
Raising Confident Black Kids book
Pre-order Resilient Black Girl
Rebel of the Week is: Lena Johnson
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Sharon Muha. A big thank you to my existing patron…
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Nov 24, 2021
113 Cover Design for Indie Authors with Julia Rozdobudko
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* When should you update your covers?
* How to know if a cover is good
* Cover mistakes to avoid
* How to create covers when you’re writing cross-genre
This week’s question is: How do you plan for a new year?
Recommendation of the week is: One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston
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Amazon UK
Amazon USA
Links and events I mentioned:
30% off my courses using code: BLACKFRIDAY30 Valid 25th Nov - 2nd Dec
Black Friday Deals
StoryBundle
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Find out more about MiblArt on:
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
Website
Find out more about Julia on:
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
TikTok
Rebel of the Week is: Chris Williams
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you…
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Nov 17, 2021
112 How to Fix Settings and Descriptions with Janice Hardy
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Mistakes to avoid in your description
* What good description is and looks like
* How to avoid information dumping
* How maximise settings
* How to let a character’s personality impact description
This week’s question is: Since you started writing, what’s the best money you’ve spent?
Recommendation of the week is: Romancing the Beat by Gwen Hayes
Apple
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Amazon UK
Amazon USA
***this show uses affiliate links
Links and events I mentioned:
Black Friday deal *coming soon*
StoryBundle
Find out more about Janice on:
Website
Twitter
Amazon
Rebel of the Week is: Anonymous
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
1 new patron this week, thank you and welcome to Hunter Keris and thank you to JP Rindfleisch IX for upping their pledge. A whopping big th…
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Nov 10, 2021
111 How to Create a Sustainable Hybrid Author Career with Tiffany Yates Martin
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to write books when you’re an editor
* Why you may or may not want to be hybrid
* Benefits of being hybrid
* What’s changed in 30 years of publishing
* Why you may or may not want a pen name secret
* How to transition between writing fiction and nonfiction
This week’s question is: do you have a pen name? or if you don’t what would your pen name be?
Recommendation of the week is: Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds
Apple
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Amazon UK
Amazon USA
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Links and events I mentioned:
Villains Masterclass
Storybundle
Find out more about Tiffany on:
FoxPrint Editorial
Twitter
Instagram
Facebook
Intuitive Editing
Phoebe Fox Author Website
Phoebe Fox Author Instagram
Phoebe Fox Author Facebook
The Way We Weren't
Rebel of the Week is: Khalina C.S.A
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel…
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Nov 3, 2021
110 How to Create Character Voice with Sebastien de Castell
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Where to start creating voices
* How to reflect personality at the sentence level
* Literary tricks and tools for creating richer character personality
* Worldbuilding philosophy
* Character accents, dialogue, rhythm and melody
This week’s question is: what characters have you read with really strong voices?
Recommendation of the week is: Way of the Argosi by Sebastien de Castell
Apple
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Amazon UK
Amazon USA
***this show uses affiliate links
Links I mentioned are:
Sacha’s Courses
Find out more about Sebastien at:
Website
Twitter
Rebel of the Week is: Lena Johnson
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
Welcome and thank you to new patron Genevieve Schol. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get e…
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Oct 27, 2021
109 Book Release Strategies with Craig Martelle
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Launch considerations
* Release strategy mistakes
* Shorter vs Longer release strategies
* Boxset release strategies
* Preorder strategies
* Nitty gritty tactics
This week’s question is: what type of launch appeals to you most?
Recommendation of the week is: Magick by C. M. Newell
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Amazon UK
Amazon USA
Buy Direct from C.M.
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Links and events I mentioned:
Villains Masterclass
Storybundle
Patrons please email Becca on rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com and share the details of your published books with the team.
Find out more about Craig on:
Website
20 Books Vegas
Rebel of the Week is: Anonymous
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d…
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Oct 20, 2021
108 Travel Writing with Award Winning Anna McNuff
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Travel writing narrative arcs
* Travel writing processes
* Mistakes to avoid
* Adventure planning
* Truth and lies in narrative nonfiction
This week’s question is: What adventure have you been on?
Recommendation of the week is: Under the Whispering Door by TJ Klune
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Amazon UK
Amazon USA
***this show uses affiliate links
Links and events I mentioned are:
Villains Masterclass
Rebel Readers
Storybundle
13 Steps to Evil Audiobook
Find out more about Anna on:
Instagram
Facebook
Twitter
Amazon Author Page
Rebel of the Week is: Janelle Hardacre
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
Welcome and thank you to Robyn Pearce. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episode…
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Oct 15, 2021
BONUS EPISODE Sneak Peek of 13 Steps to Evil Audiobook
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Oct 13, 2021
107 How to Craft Conflict in Your Novel with Becca Puglisi
Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What conflict is and why it’s so important for your novel
* How to layer conflict
* Mistakes writers make with conflict
* How to show conflict
* How to use “choice” and complicating choice to further tension and plot
This week’s question is: what is the best book you’ve read in your genre?
Recommendation of the week is: 13 Steps to Evil: How to Craft a Superbad Villain audiobook written and narrated by ME!
Audible US
Audible UK
Direct Link
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Find out more about Becca at:
The Conflict Thesaurus
One Stop for Writers
Rebel of the Week is: Andy Park
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
Huge thank you to existing patron Jeff Elkins for upping his pledge and welcome and thank you to new patron Luke Kondor. A big thank you to m…
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Oct 11, 2021
BONUS EPISODE 8 Lessons from Narrating and Producing My First Audiobook
Show Notes
Howdie folks, I finally pushed my first audiobook over the finishing line. Now, I’m by no means an expert at any of this stuff, but boy did I learn a lot from the process. I love learning from other people’s mistakes, so I thought I would share 8 lessons I learned from narrating and producing my first audiobook.
Read full blog here.
Listen to audiobook:
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Links I mentioned:
* A sound shield (AmazonUS, AmazonUK)
* Pop filter / wind shield (AmazonUS, AmazonUK)
* Mic stand (AmazonUS, AmazonUK)
* A Blue Yeti mic and USB wire connecting (AmazonUS, AmazonUK)
* Amadeus Pro (Audacity is free and suitable for mac or PC)
* Karl Hughes Audio Mastering Services
* WeTransfer for file sending
FURTHER RESOURCES FOR YOU
AUDIOBOOKS
Narrated by the Author: How to Produce an Audiobook on a Budget by Rene Conoulty
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Amazon UK
Audio for Authors by Joanna Penn
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Storyteller: How t…
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Oct 6, 2021
106 How to Edit a Second Draft with Alex Kourvo
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Analogies to help you better understand editing vs drafting
* How to approach editing
* The pitfalls and mistakes writers fall into
* How to show the change a hero goes through
* The five big scenes you need to get right
* The stakes paradox
This week’s question is: tell me something you’ve achieved this year.
Recommendation of the week is: I Love You To My Heart by Matthew Dion Goodall
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Amazon UK
Amazon USA
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Links I mentioned are:
The 2021 NaNoWriMo Writing Tools Bundle
Activated Authors NaNoWriMo Preparation
Kindle Storyteller
Find out more about Alex on:
Twitter
Instagram
The Big-Picture Revision Checklist
Rebel of the Week is: Jasmine Arch
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
No new patrons this…
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Sep 29, 2021
105 How to Market a Children’s Book with Karen Inglis
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Why you need to establish a local brand
* Indie marketing methods that don’t work for children’s author
* How to connect with schools
* How to work with curriculums
* Children’s marketing mistakes to avoid
This week’s question is: What unusual marketing methods have you tried that have worked?
Recommendation of the week is: Keepers
Universal Link
The 99c Fiction Sale (ends 29 Sept)
***this show uses affiliate links
Links I mentioned are:
The 99c Fiction Sale (ends 29 Sept)
Find out more about Karen on:
Self Publishing Adventures
Website
Twitter
Facebook
Instagram
How To Self-Publish and Market a Children’s Book
Rebel of the Week is: Paulette Stout
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
Welcome to new patron Judith Mortimore. A big thank you…
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Sep 22, 2021
104 How to Work with an Audiobook Narrator with Jillian Yetter
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to work with audiobook narrators
* How to find narrators
* What information you need to give narrators
* Mistakes authors make working with narrators
* How to create good working relationships with narrators
This week’s question is: what’s your relationship with audiobooks?
Recommendation of the week is: Some Girls Do by Jennifer Dugan
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Amazon UK
Amazon USA
***this show uses affiliate links
Links I mentioned are:
The 99c Fiction Sale
Find out more about Jillian on:
Instagram
Facebook
Website
Her books on Audible
Rebel of the Week is: Mel
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as b…
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Sep 15, 2021
103 Three Word Rebellion with Dr Michelle Mazur
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What a three word rebellion is
* How to create one
* How to then use your three word rebellion
* Why writers and creatives feel like they’re bad at marketing
* How to use the inoculation theory
This week’s question is: do you have a three word rebellion or tagline for your business?
Recommendation of the week is: Fixing Your Setting & Description Problems by Janice Hardy
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Amazon USA
***this show uses affiliate links
Links I mentioned are:
Rebel Readers
Find out more about Dr Michelle Mazur on:
Facebook
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Twitter
Website
Rebel of the Week is: Amy Heath
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
2 new rebels this week, thank you Laura Lentz and Helen Scheuerer. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to suppo…
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Sep 8, 2021
102 How to Write Diverse Characters with Eliana West
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Why diversity in fiction is important
* What to do if you’re afraid to approach writing diverse characters
* Sensitivity readers
* What you need to research
* How to include diverse characters when you yourself are not diverse
This week’s question is: Tell us a book you’ve enjoyed with diverse characters.
Recommendation of the week is: Jay’s Gay Agenda by Jason June
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Amazon USA
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Diversity resources:
Writing With Color Blog
How to Be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi
The Antiracist: How to Start the Conversation about Race and Take Action by Kondwani Fidel
We Need Diverse Books
Writing Diversely
How to Write Black Characters: An Incomplete Guide by Salt and Sage Books
Find out more about Eliana on:
Website
Instagram
Rebel of the Week is: Laura Rye
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. Y…
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Sep 1, 2021
101 Author Headshots Making the Most of your Photographer with Ed Crowther
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Why you need a headshot
* How a shoot works
* Considerations for tone and mood of photos
* How to prepare for a shoot
* Common mistakes in shoots
This week’s question is: Have you got a professional headshot?
Recommendation of the week is: Life in a Fishbowl by Len Vlahos
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Amazon UK
Amazon USA
***this show uses affiliate links
Events I mentioned are:
The York Writers Conference 2021. Three days, nine guest speakers, and plenty of opportunity to network and chat with authors from all over. Sessions include writer's craft and marketing workshops. Join Friday evening for a virtual cocktail party with opening remarks from our honorary patron, Terry Fallis. Then workshops begin Saturday with a lunchtime Keynote with Andrew Pyper and of course, Sacha Black.
When: October 22-24, 2021
Where: Zoom - Register here
Find out more about Ed at:
@LastmanPhotography
Rebel of the Week is: Sarah W. Sparx
If you’d lik…
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Aug 25, 2021
100 Book Rights Reversion with Katlyn Duncan
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What rights reversion is
* How you find out if you can revert your rights
* A walk through of a high level rights reversion
* How long the process takes
* What mistakes to avoid in the reversion process
This week’s question is: Would you consider selling subsidiary rights and if so, what ones?
Recommendation of the week is: Take Back Your Book Rights by Katlyn Duncan
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Amazon UK
Amazon USA
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Links I mentioned are:
Join me on Patreon for Silent September.
Write Away Podcast: Episode 55: How do you write memorable characters?
My interview with Katlyn on her YouTube Channel: '8 Steps to Side Characters' by Sacha Black | Author Interview
To pitch to be on the show, please complete the form here.
Find out more about Katlyn on:
Website
Newsletter
Youtube
Instagram
Podcast Channel
Rebel of the Week is: Lynn Reed
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in y…
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Aug 18, 2021
099 How to Write and Sell Short Fiction with Matty Dalrymple
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Defining short fiction
* How much story do you need for short fiction?
* How to do more with your short fiction
* Mistakes writers make with short fiction
* Quirky ideas for your short fiction
This week’s question is: how do you use short fiction in your writing business?
Recommendation of the week is:
The Anatomy of Prose: The Senses Course: Discount Code: rebelvacay15
Matty’s The Short Tack Book
Links I mentioned are:
The Senses Course
Find out more about Matty on:
Website
Facebook
Twitter
The Indy Author YouTube channel
LinkedIn
Episode I did with Matty on Side Characters
Example of Short Fiction Promotion: Ann Kinnear Suspense Short ALL DEATHS ENDURE
Rebel of the Week is: Shirish Deshpande
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
Huge thank y…
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Aug 11, 2021
098 Everything You Need to Know About Formatting Your Book with Formatted Books
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Why formatting is important
* Mistakes to avoid with formatting
* Why you might consider a formatting company
* Differences between print and ebook formatting
* What to look for in a professional formatting company
This week’s question is: How do you format your books?
Recommendation of the week is: 10 Steps to Hero: How to Craft a Kickass Protagonist by ME!
books2read.com/10stepstohero
books2read.com/heroworkbook
**Please note this show uses affiliate links
Links and shows I mentioned are:
3 Mistakes to Avoid with Your Side Characters on Angela Ackerman’s site
Writers Cookbook
Book Echoes
Find out more about Formatted Books and their services on:
Website
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
LinkedIn
Rebel of the Week is: Claire L. Fishback
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagra…
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Aug 4, 2021
097 Know Your Book Market with Nat and Kindletrends
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What Kindletrends is and how it can help you
* The different aspects of book market research
* How to find readers
* How to research blurbs, covers, content and more
This week’s question is: How do you learn about your genre?
Recommendation of the week is: Hani and Ishu’s Guide to Fake Dating by Adiba Jaigirdar
Apple
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Amazon UK
Amazon USA
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Links I mentioned are:
Grab your copy of 8 Steps to Side Characters today:
Universal link textbook
Universal link workbook
Order direct from me
ALLI ratings page
To find out more about Nat and Kindletrends:
What Kindletrends does
How to use Kindletrends to research genre fiction
If you use the code REBEL at checkout time, you’ll get USD5 off your monthly Kindletrends subscription, bringing it down to USD10 per month, forever.
Rebel of the Week is: Amber Sauer
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it…
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Jul 30, 2021
Bonus Episode: 4 Tips to Write Better Side Characters
To celebrate the launch of 8 Steps to Side Characters, I thought I’d add a sneaky little bonus episode. I’m going to give you a few tips from the book to help you write better side characters.
If you haven’t purchased your copy yet, you can do so here:
Order the textbook here.
Order the workbook here.
Or you can order signed paperback copies or digital copies straight from me using this link.
If you missed the series of mini tips videos some of these tips are covered at a high level in those. See those episodes here:
What Are Side Characters?
The “Three Whys”
Stop Them Taking Over
How to Kill Your Side Characters
How to Use Humour with Your Side Characters
Three Types of Side Character
What You Need to Know About Character Arcs
THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KOBO WRITING LIFE
Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.
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Jul 28, 2021
096 How to Win Amazon Kindle Storyteller Competition with Darren Hardy
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What the Kindle Storyteller Competition is
* What the judges are looking for
* Storyteller success stories
* How to increase your visibility on Amazon
* Publishing mistakes to avoid
This week’s question is: Do you enter competitions?
Recommendation of the week is: The Girls I’ve Been by Tess Sharpe
Apple
Kobo
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
***This show uses affiliate links
Links and events I mentioned are:
Unstoppable Authors ep 100 - Sustaining a Writing Career with the Right Mindset
Facebook Live: 29th July 8pm BST
Your Side Characters and You LIVES: 8pm (BST) every night from the 30th July on my instagram
Preorder Bonus
Find out more about Kindle Storyteller here.
Rebel of the Week is: Shay Raby
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
1 new patron this wee…
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Jul 21, 2021
095 Six Figure Author on One Book a Year with Helen Scheuerer
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The type of book launch when you’re only publishing once a year
* The type of marketing needed between launches
* How to build your audience and find readers
* The writing and marketing process for one book a year
* Tips for marketing to YA audiences
This week’s question is: how many books would you ideally like to publish a year?
Recommendation of the week is: A Lair of Bones by Helen Scheuerer
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
***This show uses affiliate links
Links and events I mentioned are:
Daniel Wallace Find Your Next Reader summit
IngramSpark Interview
Facebook Live: 29th July 8pm BST
Your Side Characters and You LIVES: 8pm (BST) every night from the 30th July on my Instagram
Preorder Bonus
Find out more about Helen on:
Website
Amazon
Instagram
Facebook
Rebel of the Week is: Laura Hatchell
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your…
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Jul 14, 2021
094 How to Create a Magic System with Angeline Trevena
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to start building a magic system
* How and why you need to limit your magic system
* Common magic building mistakes
* Diversity in magic systems
* How to make a magic system integral to the plot and characters
This week’s question is: what is your favorite magic system?
Links and events I mentioned are:
Order a signed copy of Side Characters (or any other book) direct from me.
Order Side Characters:
Textbook
Workbook
LIVE Side Characters Launch Q&A. To join in, you’ll need to be a member of my Facebook Group.
When: 29th July
Time: 8pm GMT (5am AEST, 12pm PDT, 3pm EDT)
Find out more about Angeline on:
Website
Worldbuilding
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
Rebel of the Week is: Gordo
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
1 new patron this week, welc…
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Jul 7, 2021
093 How to Run an Author Event with Daniel Wallace
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Mistakes to avoid when running an author event
* What small details set an event apart from others
* How to make author events into a revenue stream
* How to pitch speakers
* What considerations do you need to make
* What kind of person do you need to be to run author events
This week’s question is: What are the best author events you’ve been to (digital or in-person)?
Recommendation of the week is: The Science of Storytelling by Will Storr
Apple
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Amazon UK
Amazon USA
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Find out more about Daniel on:
Website
Twitter
Instagram
But the best way for people to make contact Daniel is his free, do at your own pace, writing course.
Rebel of the Week is: Ian Worrall
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
5 new patrons t…
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Jun 30, 2021
092 The Self-Publishing Blueprint with Daniel Willcocks
Episode Show Notes:
In this episode we cover:
* The overarching steps indies need to take to publish their book
* Most common indie publishing mistakes
* MVP launches versus bells and whistles launches
* The self-publishing cycle
* How to work with a writing coach
This week’s question is: what part of self-publishing do you enjoy the most?
Recommendation of the week is: 8 Steps to Side Characters: How to Craft Supporting Roles with Intention, Purpose, and Power
Preorder everywhere
Preorder workbook everywhere
Submit preorder proof to get goodies here.
***This show uses affiliate links
Find out more about Dan on:
Hawk & Cleaver
Devil's Rock Publishing
Next Level Authors Podcast
The Other Stories Podcast
The Self-Publishing Blueprint
Rebel of the Week is: Candy Glynn Wilde
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sacha…
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Jun 23, 2021
091 How to Sell More Books on Apple with Kristy Bromberg
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Methods and tactics for selling on Apple
* Mistakes on Apple
* Using preorders on Apple
* What it’s like to have your book turned into a film
* How to write better sexy scenes
This week’s question is: what is your focus for the last half of 2021?
Recommendation of the week is: Writing and Marketing Systems by Elana Johnson
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Amazon UK
Amazon USA
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Links and events I mentioned are:
The Rebel Author Diaries Anthology Submissions are now open.
Find out more here.
Find out more about Kristy on:
Facebook
Instagram
Amazon
Website
Rebel of the Week is: CJ Dainton
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
1 new patron today, welcome and thank you to Herman Steuernagel. A big thank you to my existing patrons too. If yo…
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Jun 16, 2021
090 How to Create A Six Figure Author Business with Ines Johnson
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How publishing schedules will help you reach your goals
* Common mistakes authors make trying to reach six figures
* Tactics for finding readers
* Measuring marketing campaigns
* Pen names
This week’s question is: what was the last realisation you had?
Recommendation of the week is: The Giver by Lois Lowry
Apple
Kobo
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
***This podcast uses affiliate links
Links and events I mentioned are:
The Rebel Author Diaries Anthology Submissions are now open.
Find out more here.
Find out more about Ines on:
Her Bookbub Article: How I Make Six Figures as a Self-Published Author
Website
Rebel of the Week is: Karen Heenan
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
No new patrons this week but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like t…
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Jun 9, 2021
089 How to Create an Author Website with Ginnie Carmichael
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The minimum viable requirements for an author website
* Common mistakes authors make on websites
* What SEO is and why authors need to be aware of it
* Website content
This week’s question is: have you got an author website and how did you find the process of setting it up?
Recommendation of the week is: My own Senses course
Links I mentioned are:
The Rebel Author Diaries Anthology Submissions are now open.
Find out more here.
Find out more about Ginnie on:
Done for you author website: Be sure to mention this podcast episode to get your discount.
***Please note this show uses affiliate links
Rebel of the Week is: Eden Collier
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
No new patrons this week but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to suppor…
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Jun 2, 2021
088 How to Write Memoir with Janelle Hardy
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What memoir is
* What memoir story structure is
* Where the line between your truth, factual truth and story truth sits
* How to use fairytales to help you write your memoir
* How to include moments we’re not proud of authentically
This week’s question is: what would you call your memoir if you ever wrote one?
Recommendation of the week is: Effortless: Make it Easier to Do What Matters Most by Greg McKeown
Apple
Kobo
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
***This podcast uses affiliate links
Links and events I mentioned are:
The Rebel Author Diaries Anthology Submissions are now open.
Find out more here.
Interview with Kristina: What's the Difference Between Copyediting and Structural Editing?
Find out more about Janelle on:
Instagram
Facebook
Janelle's Website
The Personal Mythmaking Podcast
The Art of Personal Mythmaking Course
Rebel of the Week is: Aime Sund
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in yo…
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May 26, 2021
087 How Editors Edit with Kristina Stanley
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The different types of edits and what you can expect from them
* The most common myths about editing and editors
* Editors and author voice
* How to know if an editor is good
* How to deal with, process and work with editorial feedback
This week’s question is: How do you process your editorial notes?
Recommendation of the week is: A Dead Djinn in Cairo by P. Djèlí Clark
Apple
Kobo
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Links and events I mentioned:
The Rebel Author Diaries Anthology Submissions are now open.
Find out more here.
Connect with Kristina Stanley:
Her Course: An Insider’s View of Story Editing
Course Description:
Thirteen professional story editors edited the same novel. Each editor worked separately in Fictionary StoryCoach. This course compares their edits and shows you what worked and what didn't. You'll see actual examples of edits. We'll also show you a scene before and afte…
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May 19, 2021
086 How to Write About Identity and Voice with Joya Goffney
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to create character voices
* Behavioural consistency vs character arcs
* Creating better dialogue
* How to create and use character detail
* How to write about identity authentically
This week’s question is: We’re almost halfway through the year, are you where you want to be?
Recommendation of the week is: The Self-Publishing Blueprint: A complete guide to help you self-publish your book by Daniel Willcocks
Apple
Kobo
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
13 Storey Treehouse Books by Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton
Apple
Kobo
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
***This podcast uses affiliate links
Links and events I mentioned are:
The Rebel Author Diaries Anthology Submissions are now open.
Find out more here.
Boni Podcast on sentence level prose:
Link to the podcast
Link to the blog (where we link to the podcast :0)
Interview on Jenna’s show all about how to podcast as an author.
Street Team
Find out more about Joya on:
Insta…
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May 12, 2021
085 How Mindset Can Improve Your Craft with Kristina Adams
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Why mindset is so important
* The most common mindset roadblocks
* Tools and techniques for helping you improve your mindset
* How to keep your starting energy going to help you finish your book
* Mindset myths
This week’s question is: What aspect of mindset do you struggle with most?
Recommendation of the week is: The World of LORE: Dreadful Places by Aaron Mahnke
Apple
Kobo
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
***This podcast uses affiliate links
Links and events I mentioned are:
The Rebel Author Diaries Anthology Submissions are now open.
Find out more here.
Find out more about Kristina on:
Twitter
Facebook
Productivity for Writers
How to Write Believable Characters
Rebel of the Week is: Mira Monroe
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
1 new patron this week,…
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May 5, 2021
084 How to Self-Publish a Graphic Novel with Marcus E Ako
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The differences between writing a novel and a graphic novel
* How to actually write a graphic novel
* How to choreograph a fight scene with an illustrator
* How story arcs work across a single graphic novel and a series
* How to find and work with an illustrator
* Mistakes to avoid
This week’s question is: Do you read graphic novels? If so, what are your recommendations?
Recommendation of the week is: How to Get Your Book Into Schools and Double Your Income With Volume Sales by David H Hendrickson
Apple
Kobo
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Links and events I mentioned:
The Rebel Author Diaries Anthology Submissions are now open.
Find out more here.
Sacha’s Proofer / Workbook Editor: Tim Seabrook — Fifth Ring Press
Connect with Marcus:
Twitter - @Marcus_Ako; @IonWritersBlock
Instagram - @IonWritersBlock
Book - Call 1-800-KillAGuy: Book 1
Rebel of the Week is: Yanni Jade
If you’…
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Apr 30, 2021
5 Lessons from Two Years of Writing Full-Time
It feels like a blink since the original post “lessons from one year of writing full-time”. But it is with ENORMOUS pride, a slight maniacal cackle and a deep sigh of caffeine-fuelled relief that I get to say this is 5 lessons from two years of writing full-time.
5 Lessons from Two Years of Writing Full-Time
Lesson 1: The Income Update
In my first year, my only goal was to survive. I was desperate not to go back to the corporate hellmare that was my old day job.
I did that, yay me.
But I also ended year one feeling like I was rudderless and hadn’t pushed myself sufficiently on the income front—which, funnily enough, I hadn’t because I was so consumed by just surviving.
Year two was a financial shifting year. While I wanted to beat my old day job income, it was more important to me to reduce the freelance in order to focus on my business and create the financial and life freedom I really wanted. But I'm also a competitive bitch, and STILL wanted to increase my overal…
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Apr 28, 2021
083 Publishing from Zero in 2021 with David Gaughran
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What are the key elements you need to take into account when starting from zero
* Most common indie publishing mistakes new writers make
* What business and platform basics do you need in place before you publish
* What marketing should a writer do when they only have one book
* How do you continue to get sales after launch?
This week’s question is: What worries you about starting from zero?
Recommendation of the week is: This is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone
Apple
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Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
This is a link explaining how the book was written: A Conversation with Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone
Links and events I mentioned:
The Rebel Author Diaries Anthology Submissions are now open.
Find out more here.
Connect with David Gaughran:
Website
Youtube
Twitter
Rebel of the Week is: VAL NEIL
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send i…
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Apr 21, 2021
082 From Busyness to Business: The Art of Creative Time Management with Steven Watson
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Why we still struggle with time management despite there being so many tools out there
* Mistakes people make with time management
* Time management mindset shifts
* How to deal with your inbox
* The Pyramid of Time Mastery
This week’s question is: What are your personal time management tips?
Recommendation of the week is: Taking the Short Tack by Matty Dalrymple and Mark Lefebvre
Apple
Kobo
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Links and events I mentioned are:
The Rebel Author Diaries Anthology Submissions are now open.
Find out more here.
Connect with Steven:
LinkedIn
Website
His book
Rebel of the Week is: Alexa
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Tauna Sonn-lemarbe. And of co…
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Apr 14, 2021
081 Creative Self-Publishing with Orna Ross
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What creative self-publishing means
* What are success measures for indie authors
* How to harness the thing that’s uniquely you
* Mistakes to avoid with publishing contracts
This week’s question is: What is your success measure?
Recommendation of the week is: The Liar’s Daughter by Megan Cooley Peterson
Apple
Kobo
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Links and events I mentioned are:
The Rebel Author Diaries Anthology Submissions are now open.
Find out more here.
Find out more about Orna on:
Twitter offers self-publishing advice for creatives
Instagram Page is for her poetry
Her Facebook Author Page is for her novels and also has a bit of everything else
Join ALLi here
Book Link: Creative Self-Publishing: ALLi’s Guide to Independent Publishing for Authors and Poets
Rebel of the Week is: Bobbie Ann Atwood
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can b…
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Apr 7, 2021
080 How to Create Rich Writing with Krystal Sutherland
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to create rich and memorable characters
* How to develop chilling atmospheres
* How to use the senses in your writing
* How to introduce your characters in the most impactful way possible
* How to create deeper emotions in your stories
This week’s question is: What’s the last book you absolutely couldn’t put down?
Recommendation of the week is: House of Hollow by Krystal Sutherland
Kobo
Apple
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Links and events I mentioned are:
The Rebel Author Diaries Anthology Submissions are now open.
Find out more here.
Find out more about Krystal on:
Instagram
House of Hollow is out now
Rebel of the Week is: Helen Sheuerer
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the Week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
2 new patrons this week, a huge welcome…
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Mar 31, 2021
079 How Storybrand Sells Books with Amy Mertz
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What is storybrand?
* How writers can incorporate storybrand into their marketing
* Mistakes people make with storybrand
* The key elements of storybrand including a worked example
* How to incorporate storybrand into your side hustles
This week’s question is: Are you wide or in KU and why?
Recommendation of the week is: Wide for the Win by Mark Lefebvre
Kobo
Apple
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Links and events I mentioned are:
The Rebel Author Diaries Anthology Submissions are now open
Find out more here.
Find out more about Amy on:
Instagram: @amymertz / @ifcstudios
ifcstudios.com/rebel
Rebel of the Week is: Dharma Kelleher
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or instagram me @sachablackauthor
3 new patrons this week. A huge welcome and thank you to Nat…
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Mar 24, 2021
078 How to Sell Ebooks and Audiobooks on Kobo with Tara Cremin
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Kobo’s new audiobook platform
* How to publish audio with Kobo
* How to price your audiobook
* What’s hot and what’s not in audio right now
* Marketing tactics that work for Kobo right now
This week’s question is: What are your Q2 goals?
Recommendation of the week is: How to Make a Living with Your Writing by Joanna Penn
Kobo
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Links and events I mentioned are:
The Rebel Author Diaries Anthology Submissions are now open: Find out more here.
Mark’s Wide for the Win Q&A Replay
Find out more about Kobo:
You can sometimes hear Tara as a guest host on the Kobo Writing Life Podcast. If you’re interested in publishing with KWL, create your account today at www.kobo.com/writinglife.
Website
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
Links to the books Tara mentioned:
Birds Art Life by Kyo Maclear
A Ghost in the Throat by Doireann Ní Ghríofa
For audio, here’s some links that may be of i…
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Mar 19, 2021
BONUS EPISODE - Wide for the Win: How to Sell More Books Wide with Mark Lefebvre
Get your copy of Mark's book Wide for the Win which is PACKED full of tips and tricks for marketing your books wide here: https://books2read.com/b/wideforthewin
Find out more about Mark on his website: http://markleslie.ca/
Join the Rebel Author Facebook community here for more live events and writing support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelauthors/
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Mar 17, 2021
077 Plot Whispering with Martha Alderson
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Why whopping bits of paper are awesome for plotting
* The biggest mistakes writers make with plot
* How to use details to enhance your plot
* Tips and tricks for the middle of your book
* How to keep your motivation going when you’re in the trenches of writing
This week’s question is: Do you plot or pants or plants?
Recommendation of the week is: The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune
Kobo
Apple
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Links and events I mentioned are:
The Rebel Author Diaries Anthology Submissions are now open: Find out more here.
Live Q&A with Mark Lefebvre on wide marketing: 17th March 8:00pm GMT, 1pm PST, 4pm EST, 7am AEST
Find out more about Martha on:
Twitter
Facebook
Instagram
Boundless Creativity Workbook
Martha's Books
Listener Rebel of the Week is: Dominik August
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebel…
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Mar 10, 2021
076 The Business of Being a Writer with Jane Friedman
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Whether it’s still possible to make a career in 2021
* Core business principles a writer needs
* The mindset shifts a writer needs to make in order to turn their writing into a business
* Other ways a writer can make money with their words?
* Tips for running an author business
This week’s question is: What do you find most difficult about the business side of writing?
Recommendation of the week is: Nobody Wants to Read Your Sh*t: Why That is and What You Can Do About It by Steven Pressfield
Kobo
Apple
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Links and events I mentioned are:
The Rebel Author Diaries Anthology Submissions are now open.
Find out more here.
Live Q&A with Mark Lefebvre on wide marketing: 17th March 8:00pm GMT, 1pm PST, 4pm EST, 7am AEST
Kobo Writing Life talking about Prose
Find out more about Jane on:
Twitter
Instagram
The Business of Being a Writer
Listener Rebel of the Week…
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Mar 3, 2021
075 The Heroine’s Journey with Gail Carriger
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What the heroine’s journey is
* Common mistakes with the heroine’s journey
* The key beats of the heroine’s journey
* The role of side characters in the heroine’s journey
* Genre and reader expectations for heroine/hero’s journey.
This week’s question is: Do you write the heroine or hero’s journey?
Recommendation of the week is: Your Press Release is Breaking my Heart by Janet Murray
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Links or events I mentioned are:
Live Q&A with Mark Lefebvre on wide marketing
17th March 8:00pm GMT, 1pm PST, 4pm EST, 7am AEST
Find out more about Gail on:
Twitter
Facebook
Website https://gailcarriger.com
The Heroine's Journey
Listener Rebel of the Week is: Victoria LK Williams
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @reb…
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Feb 28, 2021
Announcing The Rebel Diaries Anthology
Surprise... I’m super excited to announce the launch of The Rebel Diaries Anthology. The call for stories is officially open.
For all the submission criteria and information please visit sachablack.co.uk/rebelsubmissions
What happens when the villain wins?
Sick of dashing debonairs? Fed up of being blinded by shining armor?
Sometimes, all a girl wants is a villain for a hero. The Rebel Diaries is looking for stories starring characters with a dubious shade of morals. We want characters who aren’t afraid of getting what they want, causing a bit of chaos, dabbling in mischief, and mayhem and slathering on the sarcasm.
We want stories that slip into the grey areas, and are bulging with villains, deviants and rebels. We’re after sassy tales littered with questionable morals and happy endings—for the villains anyway.
We are not looking for horror or gratuitous violence but dark stories that are fun, light hearted explorations of the characters usually hidden in obscurity.
We…
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Feb 24, 2021
074 How to Write Your Author Business Plan with Joanna Penn
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Why you need to write a business plan
* The main components of an author business plan
* What to include and what not to include in your plan
* Mistakes to avoid with your business plan
* How to improve your money mindset
This week’s question is: Do you have an author business plan?
Recommendation of the week is: Your Author Business Plan by Joanna Penn
Kobo
Apple
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Joanna's Links
* https://www.thecreativepenn.com/resources/
* https://twitter.com/thecreativepenn
* https://www.thecreativepenn.com/author-business-plan/
Links and Events I mentioned are:
Live Q&A with Mark Lefebvre on wide marketing
17th March 8:00pm GMT, 1pm PST, 4pm EST, 7am AEST
DO YOU LOVE WRITING FANTASY?
CALLING ALL FANTASY WRITERS ProWritingAid are running a fantasy writing week in February and holy crap am I personally excited for this. Just look at the line up!
With live sessions…
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Feb 17, 2021
073 Why Swearing is Good for You with Emma Byrne
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Why swearing is good for you
* The gender difference between men and women and swearing
* Regional swearing and what this means for characterisation
* Why swearing helps you manage pain
* How swearing works in different areas of the brain
This week’s question is: what is your favorite swear word?
Recommendation of the week is: The Heroine’s Journey by Gail Carriger
Kobo
Apple
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Links and Events I mentioned are:
Live Q&A with Mark Lefebvre on wide marketing
17th March 8:00pm GMT, 1pm PST, 4pm EST, 7am AEST
DO YOU LOVE WRITING FANTASY?
CALLING ALL FANTASY WRITERS ProWritingAid are running a fantasy writing week in February and holy crap am I personally excited for this. Just look at the line up!
With live sessions from bestselling fantasy writers TJ Klune, Angela J. Ford, David Farland and Stephanie BwaBwa, a world-building workshop, and a complete World Anvi…
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Feb 10, 2021
072 How to Market a Book in 2021 with Nicholas Erik
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What the 80/20 principle means for your marketing
* The ultimate book marketing formula
* How to balance writing what you want versus giving the market what it wants
* Common marketing mistakes
* What to cut out of your marketing in 2021
This week’s question is: What marketing tactic would you like to be better at?
Recommendation of the week is: Alix E Harrow’s A Witch’s Guide to Escape: A Practical Compendium of Portal Fantasies HUGO award winning short story
Links and events I mentioned are:
Live Q&A with Mark Lefebvre on wide marketing
17th March 8:00pm GMT, 1pm PST, 4pm EST, 7am AEST
Patron only Poison and Prose is 10th Feb.
The Dialogue Doctor Episode with me! On voice, narrator voice, character voice, sharpening dialogue and more.
DO YOU LOVE WRITING FANTASY?
CALLING ALL FANTASY WRITERS ProWritingAid are running a fantasy writing week in February and holy crap am I personally excited for this. Just look at…
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Feb 3, 2021
071 How to Make a Scene with Jordan Rosenfeld
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What is a scene?
* Mistakes to avoid when creating scenes
* How to end a scene and leave readers wanting more
* How to layer action, emotion and theme into each scene
* How to use side characters to create the most impact in your scenes
This week’s question is: Recommend a craft, business or marketing book
Recommendation of the week is: Writing Your Story's Theme: The Writer's Guide to Plotting Stories That Matter by K.M. Weiland
Kobo
Apple
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Links and events I mentioned are:
Live Q&A with Mark Lefebvre on wide marketing
17th March 8:00pm GMT, 1pm PST, 4pm EST, 7am AEST
Patron only Poison and Prose is 10th Feb.
Find out more about Jordan on:
Twitter
Website
Listener Rebel of the Week is: Helen Scheuerer
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodca…
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Jan 27, 2021
070 How to Write Authentic Sales Copy with Jo Watson
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What the fuck copywriting is and why we need to worry about it
* Top tips for copywriting
* How to keep your branding consistent with your voice
* Common copywriting mistakes
This week’s question is: Describe your author voice in 3 words
Recommendation of the week is: Untamed by Glennon Doyle
Kobo
Apple
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Find out more about Jo Watson on:
LinkedIn
Website
Listener Rebel of the Week is: Lauren Mullis
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
No new patrons this week. A huge thank you to all existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED…
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Jan 20, 2021
069 How to Write a Series with Sara Rosett
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The main types of series and what to watch out for with each
* Mistakes writers make with series
* How to use your ending to sell the next book
* How to extend or cut short a series and the considerations you have to make
* How to create a second series in your world
This week’s question is: What series would you buy for someone else as a gift?
Links I mentioned are:
Wish I’d Known Then Episode with me: Financial Freedom and the Power of Authenticity
Parents Facebook Group
Find out more about Sara Rosett on:
Website
Instagram
Twitter
Pinterest
Podcast for Writers: Wish I'd Known Then
Listener Rebel of the Week is: Robert Byers
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
Two new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Nicole Cayer and Helen O’Neill. If you…
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Jan 13, 2021
068 How to Craft Captivating Characters with Roz Morris
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The 3 most important elements in making a good character
* The most common mistakes do writers make when trying to create characters
* Character reaction and how it helps to define character
* What mystery is in terms of character and the best methods for creating it
* How to connect your characters to your book theme
This week’s question is: Who is your favorite character of all time?
Recommendation of the week is: The Ultimate Guide to Book Marketing by Nicholas Erik
Kobo
Apple
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Listener Rebel of the Week is: Sara M
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
Two new patrons this week. Welcome and thank you to Cassie M. Newel and Naomi Kennedy. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all t…
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Jan 6, 2021
067 5 Non-Writing Activities I'm Using to Help Grow My Writing Business in 2021
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Why and how I’ll be filling my creative well in 2021
* Why I’m reverting to processes that used to work
* How and why I’m narrowing my focus in 2021
* How and why I’m staying super income focused this year
* And the differences in the way I’m going to learn this year
This week’s question is: What non-writing related activities will you be doing in 2021 to help grow your business?
Links I mentioned are:
The Better-Faster Academy
Clever Fox planner
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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Dec 30, 2020
066 6 Indie Author Lessons from 2020
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Why your reaction is everything
* Redefining the meaning of work
* Why creativity is a dish best in silence
* Why business basics matter more than anything
* Self-care isn’t needed, it’s a fucking priority
* Friends, and YOU are everything
* A last note to end on
It’s the end of 2020, a momentous occasion. I’d like to say something profound, something deep and meaningful when in reality, all I can muster is “What the fuckity fuck was this year?” I’m a writer, you’re a freaking writer and I bet in a thousand fucking turns of the sun none of us could have written the absolute cluster fuck that was this year. But as much as I’ve a twisted sense of humour and a dark heart, I’m an eternal optimist and I’d like to end the year with a bit of fucking cheer and tangible actions to work towards next year. Here are 6 lessons I’ve learned from 2020.
Reaction is Everything
My dear friend Katie has a tattoo fro…
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Dec 23, 2020
065 How to Write Distraction Free with Adam Leeb
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Why distraction is bad and the science behind it
* The most important skills to have as an entrepreneur
* Biggest mistake made in business and what he learned
* How to go from idea to physical product
* Tips and tricks for distraction free writing
This week’s question is: What are your goals for 2021?
Recommendation of the week is: Here is the Beehive by Sarah Crossan
Kobo
Apple
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Links I mentioned are:
Sacha’s Shop
The Senses Course
Rebel Author Facebook Group
Find out more about Adam Leeb on:
https://getfreewrite.com/traveler
Listener Rebel of the Week is: Justina Oland
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
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Dec 16, 2020
064 How to Create a Fictional Language with David J Peterson
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* What conlanging is
* Where to start constructing a language
* The overarching steps to create a conlang
* How to deal with grammar in a conlang
* How far you need to go in a fictional world with a conlang
This week’s question is: How do you spend the holiday period?
Recommendation of the week is: Monsters by Emerald Fennell
Kobo
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Links I mentioned are:
Sacha’s Shop
The Senses Course
Rebel Author Facebook Group
Find out more about David J Peterson on:
Twitter, Website, YouTube
And:
http://jobs.conlang.org
http://fiatlingua.org/2016/11
http://fiatlingua.org/2019/03
Listener Rebel of the Week is: Ian Worrall
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
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Dec 9, 2020
063 Self-Publishing Basics with Michael LaRonn
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The one piece of advice first time authors should follow
* Most common self-publishing mistakes
* The three most common self-publishing questions and their answers
* Tricks and strategies to improve your business foundations
* How to build a mailing list when you find them tricky
* How to get advanced readers
This week’s question is: What self-publishing question haven’t you had answered?
Recommendation of the week is: It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover
Kobo
Apple
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Links I mentioned are:
Sacha’s Shop
The Senses Course
Rebel Author Facebook Group
Find out more about Michael LaRonn on:
You can find his fiction at www.michaellaronn.com and his videos and books for writers at www.authorlevelup.com.
To find out more about the book 150 self-publishing questions answered, click here
Listener Rebel of the Week is: Nyx M Cavalier
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Dec 2, 2020
062 How to Create a Well Presented Manuscript with Mike Reeves-McMillan
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to make your prose more professional
* Common presentation mistakes
* Common punctuation errors
* Tricks and strategies to improve presentation
This week’s question is: what do you care about most in a book? Story, characters, presentation, something else?
Recommendation of the week is: Dear Writer, Are You In Writer's Block? By Becca Syme
Kobo
Apple
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Links I mentioned are:
Sacha’s Shop Discount Code: Rebel15
The Senses Course Discount Code: Rebel15
Becca Syme Courses
Story Bundle
Find out more about Mike Reeves-McMillan on:
C-Side Media Website
Listener Rebel of the Week is: Cari Buziak
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
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Nov 25, 2020
061 How to Write a Book in 15 Minutes
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to use 15 minute time blocks to write
* Common mistakes when trying to use timeblocks
* Mindset and how it’s your biggest blocker
* What levelling up has looked like for Honorée
* How to find your most authentic self
This week’s question is: what do you do to help you get into the right mindset?
Recommendation of the week is: The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
Kobo
Apple
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
**This podcast uses affiliate links
Links I mentioned are:
The Senses Course Launch
Story Bundle
Find out more about Honorée Corder on:
Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Website
Listener Rebel of the Week is: Emma Geoffray
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
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Nov 18, 2020
060 How to Write a Synopsis with Michelle Somers
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* Why you need a synopsis even if you’re not pursuing traditional publishing
* Common mistakes when writing a synopsis
* How to get the right balance of information in your synopsis
* Tips for retaining your voice
* The structure of a good synopsis
This week’s question is: What one thing do you want to achieve by the end of the year?
Recommendation of the week is: Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury
Kobo
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
Links I mentioned are:
The Senses Course Launch
Story Bundle
Find out more about Michelle on:
Website, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram
Read Simply Synopsis
Get her FREE cheat sheet here.
CHARACTERISATION THROUGH NARRATION 2 hour online workshop through the Queensland Writer’s Centre
Inhouse 4-week intensive workshops – practical based with feedback – bookings for 2021
Listener Rebel of the Week is: Victoria LK Williams
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Nov 11, 2020
059 How to Write a Book in 5 Days with Scott King
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The mindset you need to write fast
* Mistakes in trying to write fast
* How to prepare for writing fast
* Tips for outlining
* How to get over stumbling blocks when you write fast
This week’s question is: Is writing fast important or not in the current publishing climate?
Recommendation of the week is: Dear Writer Are you in Burnout by Becca Syme
Kobo
Apple
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
Links I mentioned are:
The Senses Course Launch
Story Bundle
Find out more about Scott on:
Twitter - @ScottKing
Instagram - @KingScottKing
Website
Amazon Author Page
Listener Rebel of the Week is: M.J. Moores
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
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Nov 4, 2020
058 How to Write Dialogue with Jeff Elkins
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* The most important elements when creating dialogue
* Mistakes to avoid when writing dialogue
* How to use psychology to help improve your dialogue
* How to differentiate character’s dialogue
* How to manage a big cast of characters and all their different ways of speaking
* What monomouth is and how to get rid of it
This week’s question is: What character/book or movie’s dialogue do you like best?
Recommendation of the week is: Nail Your Novel: Writing Characters Who’ll Keep Readers Captivated by Roz Morris
Kobo
Apple
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
Links I mentioned are:
The Senses Course Launch
Story Bundle
Dialogue Doctor Discount
Jeff is also giving listeners a discount on his services. His 1-hour chapter session is typically $99. If you include the name of my podcast when you register, he’ll give you 25% off. Register here
Search for "Writer’s Well" in your podcasters and look for Episode 138 where Rachael a…
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Oct 28, 2020
057 Content Planning for Authors with Janet Murray
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to use content marketing to help you sell more books and products.
* The four main types of content and how to use them to structure your content marketing
* Mistakes authors make with content marketing
* How to repurpose your content to do more with what you have
* The differences between content marketing for fiction and nonfiction
This week’s question is: do you want to content market? Why or why not?
Recommendation of the week is: The War of Art by Steven Pressfield
Kobo
Apple
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
Links I mentioned are:
The Senses Course Launch
Story Bundle
Janet Murray conference
Find out more about Janet on:
Website, Her social media planner, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, Podcast
Janet mentioned using KapWing for content marketing
Listener Rebel of the Week is: Thomas Dukeman
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can emai…
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Oct 21, 2020
056 How to Set and Achieve your Writing Goals with H.B Lyne
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
* How to set effective writing goals
* Mistakes to avoid when goal setting
* The best methods for goal setting
* Making big goals more manageable
* How to track your goals
* A discussion on if there’s a right or wrong time to set goals
This week's question: how do you set, manage, track and record your writing goals?
Book recommendation of the week is the NaNoWriMo StoryBundle which you can find here:The NaNo StoryBundle
Mentioned Links
The Senses Course sachablack.thinkific.com/courses/senses
Janet Murray conference https://www.janetmurray.co.uk/ref/55/
Find out more about our guest:
Instagram, Facebook, websites: www.hblyne.com and www.greatwesternwoods.com.
Read her book on goals here: www.books2read.com/goals
Listener Rebel of the Week is: Yanni Jade
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.…
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Oct 14, 2020
055 How to Run an Author Podcast with Jeff Adams and Will Knauss
Episode Show Notes
In this show we cover:
* The impact podcasts have on author careers and sales
* The best and worst things about podcasting
* Advice on the technical aspects of podcasting
* The amount of time it takes to run a podcast
* How to structure a podcast
* Podcasting strategy
* Considerations for cohosting
Please note I use affiliate links throughout this post. This means I earn a small commission should you purchase something using one of my links. There is no cost to you for using my links. Question of the Week
Do you prefer audio or video, podcasts or YouTube? Book Recommendation of the week
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab. Grab a copy on:
* Kobo
* Apple
* Amazon UK
* Amazon USA Links Mentioned
* My brand new course The Anatomy of Prose: The Senses. Find out more here.
* Grab your NaNoWriMo Story Bundle here.
* Janet Murray's conference
* Janet Murray Content Planner for 2021 Find Out More About Our Guests Jeff and W…
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Oct 7, 2020
054 How to Write Dark Fantasy with Jenna Moreci
Episode Show Notes
Mentioned links:
Mark's Rebel Reflections episode 155 listen here.
The Anatomy of Prose FREE webinar on 8th October at 7pm UK time. Join the Prose Webinar here: The Anatomy of Prose: How to Breathe Life into Your Story, Characters and Sentences WEBINAR
The NaNo Writing Bundle: https://storybundle.com/nano
FIND OUR MORE ABOUT JENNA MORECI
Read The Savior's Sister: https://books2read.com/tss/
Follow Jenna Moreci:
YouTube: http://youtube.com/jennamoreci
Website: http://jennamoreci.com
Twitter: http://twitter.com/jennamoreci
Instagram: http://instagram.com/jennamoreci
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If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
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Sep 30, 2020
053 Celebrating One Year of Rebel Authoring!
Hello Rebels, welcome to episode 53 of The Rebel Author Podcast. It’s all me this week. A solo show celebrating one year of rebel authoring.
This week’s questions is:
Where do you want to be this time next year in your writing, business or career?
Book recommendation of the week is: 10 Steps to Hero: How to Craft a Kickass Protagonist by Sacha Black
Read the book here
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I will be doing a live Poison and Prose session tomorrow 30th September to celebrate hitting 1 year of the show. Join me here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelauthors/
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Join the Prose Webinar here: The Anatomy of Prose: How to Breathe Life into Your Story, Characters and Sentences WEBINAR
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Mentioned Links:
9 Things Career Authors Don't Do: Personal Finance
Calendly
Podbean
Listener Rebel of the Week is Kahlan Weir
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Sep 23, 2020
052 How to Run Seasonal Marketing with Penny Sansevieri
This week’s questions is:
What is your favorite episode of the last year?
Book recommendation of the week is: Not Even Bones by Rebecca Schaeffer
Apple: https://apple.co/3hIMSLJ
Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/2RAKsnC
Amazon USA: https://amzn.to/2ZPHgJl
Note that these are affiliate links and I earn a small commission if you purchase the book at no additional cost to you.
Find out more about our guest Penny Sansevieri here:
Twitter: @bookgal
www.amarketingexpert.com
Instagram: @therealbookgal
Rebel of the week is Renee Gallant
I'll be live on the iWriterly Chanel with Meg LaTorre, Jenna Moreci and Daniel Willcocks on the 23rd September at 9pm UK time
http://bit.ly/iwriterlylive
Join me for the Rebel Author Anniversary Poison and Prose on the 30th September 8pm UK time https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelauthors/
The Anatomy of Prose: How to Breathe Life into Your Story, Characters and Sentences WEBINAR
1 new patron this week, welcome and a huge thank you to William. A gia…
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Sep 18, 2020
051 - Personal Finance for Writers with J Thorn and Sacha Black
Hello Rebels, surprise! Here's a bonus minisode with me and J Thorn where we talk about personal finance for writers.
We talk about a new book we've cowritten that focuses on the good stuff: money. I go deep and get personal in this book with my experiences of debt and money and the lessons I've learned that took me from aspiring writer to full-time business woman.
Read the Book: 9 Things Career Authors Don't Do: Personal Finance
Read the rest of the series: http://getbook.at/9thingsseries
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Sep 16, 2020
050 How to Edit Intuitively with Tiffany Yates Martin
This week’s questions is:
What part of the writing publishing marketing journey do you like best?
Book recommendation of the week is: 9 Things Career Authors Don’t Do: Personal Finance by Me and J Thorn. Read the book here: http://getbook.at/9thingspersonalfinance
Find out more about Tiffany Yates Martin
Read Intuitive Editing here: http://foxprinteditorial.com/intuitive-editing/
www.foxprinteditorial.com
www.facebook.com/FoxPrintEditorial
Twitter: @foxprinted
Insta: @tiffanyyatesmartin
The Anatomy of Prose: How to Breathe Life into Your Story, Characters and Sentences WEBINAR
https://prowritingaid.com/en/Webinar/Register/1000047?utm_campaign=Webinars/Events&utm_medium=post&utm_source=PWAblog&utm_content=SachaWebinar
Listener Rebel of the Week is Beth Ball
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
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Sep 9, 2020
049 How to Create an Author Side Hustle with Jennie Nash
Episode Show Notes
This week’s questions is:
If you could do anything as a side hustle, what would it be?
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Find out more about our guest Jennie Nash:
If you want to be a book coach, you can find out more about Jennie’s courses and free information here: bookcoaches.com/abc
If you’re a writer and would like to be matched with a coach, then visit here: authoraccelerator.com
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Book recommendation of the week is: How to Write a Series by Sara Rosett
* Kobo
* Apple
* Amazon UK
* Amazon USA
Don’t forget The Anatomy of Prose is now live, you can get it in ebook, paperback or hardback now.
Click the link here. Order the Workbook here.
Listener Rebel of the Week is Jasmine Arch
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
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Two new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Denise Berndt and Rae Tauranga. A…
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Sep 1, 2020
048 How to Use Data to Sell More Books with Alex Newton
This week’s questions is:
How do you use data in your writing business?
Find out more about K-Lytics here:https://k-lytics.com
Book recommendation of the week is: Intuitive Editing by Tiffany Yates Martin
Kobo
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
Sign up for the The Anatomy of Prose: How to Breathe Life into Your Story, Characters and Sentences Webinar
Listener Rebel of the Week is Jay Renee Lawrence
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
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No new patrons this week, a huge thank you to all my current patrons, you help not only to keep the podcast running, you make me feel like what I do is worthwhile. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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Aug 26, 2020
047 How to Embrace Self-Care with Kay Hutchison
Episode Show Notes
This week’s questions is:
What self care do you do?
Book recommendation of the week is: Save the Cat Writes a Novel by Jessica Brody
Kobo
Apple
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
Please note these are affiliate links.
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Find out more about our guest Kay Hutchison on her
website: www.kayhutchison.com (also www.bellemedia.co.uk)
LinkedIn
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
Youtube
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Join me for the The Anatomy of Prose: How to Breathe Life into Your Story, Characters and Sentences Webinar
Rebel of the Week is ANONYMOUS!
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
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No new patrons this week, a huge thank you to all my current patrons, you help not only to keep the podcast running. You make me feel like my potty mouth antics are worthwhile.
If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episo…
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Aug 20, 2020
046 How to Create a Rebel Author Mindset with J Thorn and Sacha Black
Surprise! Here's a bonus minisode with me and J Thorn.
We talk about a new book we've cowritten that focuses on why you should have a rebel mindset as an indie author and the 9 things you shouldn't do.
Read the Book: 9 Things Career Authors Don't Do: Rebel Mindset
Read the rest of the series: http://getbook.at/9thingsseries
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Aug 19, 2020
045 How to Edit Your Manuscript with Lisa Lepki and ProWritingAid
This week’s questions is:
What writing or editing software do you use?
Find out more about our guest Lisa Lepki and ProWritingAid software:
https://twitter.com/ProWritingAid
https://www.facebook.com/ProWritingAid
https://www.instagram.com/prowritingaid.insta/
Try ProWritingAid for free using my affiliate link: https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1516072&u=1810409&m=72053&urllink=&afftrack=
GET A 25% discount using the code REBEL25
Don’t forget The Anatomy of Prose is now live, you can get it in ebook, paperback or hardback now.
Click the link here.
Order the Workbook here.
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Book recommendation of the week is: 9 Things Career Authors Don’t Do: Rebel Mindset by Sacha Black and J Thorn
SERIES LINK: http://getbook.at/9thingsseries
Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/3asVhRs
Amazon USA: https://amzn.to/3kLN7YP
Listener Rebel of the Week is ROSAIRE BUSHEY
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your re…
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Aug 12, 2020
044 How to Pursue Traditional Publishing with Meg LaTorre
Hello Rebels, welcome to The Rebel Author Podcast episode 44. Today, I’m talking to Meg LaTorre all about the traditional publishing industry. It’s a fascinating insight into the other side of publishing regardless of whether your trad, hybrid or pure indie you'll learn how to pursue traditional publishing.
Preorder my new book coauthored with J Thorn: 9 Things Career Authors Don't Do: Rebel Mindset here.
This week’s questions is:
What method of publishing are you following or would you like to follow?
Find out more about this week's guest, Meg LaTorre:
Website
YouTube
Twitter
Instagram
Read The Cyborg Tinkerer
Book recommendation of the week is: Be a Writing Machine by Michael La Ronn
KOBO
Apple
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
These are affiliate links
Listener Rebel of the Week is Victoria LK Williams
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tw…
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Aug 5, 2020
043 Character Occupations and Details with Becca Puglisi
Episode Show Notes
This week’s questions is:
What job does your character have?
Find out more about our guest Becca Puglisi:
The Occupation Thesaurus: https://writershelpingwriters.net/bookstore/
One Stop for Writers: https://onestopforwriters.com
Writers Helping Writers blog: https://writershelpingwriters.net
Don’t forget The Anatomy of Prose is now live, you can get it in ebook, paperback or hardback now.
Click the link here.
Order the Workbook here.
Book recommendation: Daughter of Smoke and Bone by Laini Taylor
KOBO https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/daughter-of-smoke-and-bone-daughter-of-smoke-and-bone-trilogy-1
Apple: https://apple.co/2BOIAU4
Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/2XdUZYZ
Amazon USA: https://amzn.to/317Czu3
These are affiliate links.
Listener Rebel of the Week is Steve Moore
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @reb…
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Jul 29, 2020
042 Character Psychology with Dr Alex Bryant
Episode Show Notes
This week’s questions is:
What part of character creation do you find the hardest?
Book recommendation of the week is: The Occupation Thesaurus by Angela Ackerman and Becca Puglisi
My blog review and lessons learned How to use character occupations to deepen your characterization
Grab The Occupation Thesaurus here.
I was delighted to be interviewed by AG Billig on her Self-Publishing Mastery talks channel. We had an amazing chat about adulting, parenting, creativity, routine and more. Watch here.
Find out more about today's guest:
Website: www.alexbryantauthor.com
Read his books: https://books2read.com/theidentitythief
Instagram: @alexbryantauthor
Facebook: @alexbryantauthor
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Rebel of the week this week is HB Lyne
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
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Jul 22, 2020
041 What You're Getting Wrong with Your Author Website with Steve Brown
Episode Show Notes
This week’s questions is:
What three words describe your author branding?
Find out more about our guest Steve Brown on:
His website
Linkedin
Read his book here.
Don’t forget The Anatomy of Prose is now live, you can get it in ebook, paperback or hardback now.
Click the link here.
Order the Workbook here.
Book recommendation: Goal Setting for Writers: A Step-By-Step Roadmap to Success by Holly Lyne
Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/30fHt82
Amazon USA: https://amzn.to/2WpLWUw
Listener Rebel of the Week is Cari Buziak
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
Thank you to new patrons Jessica Samuels, and Jackie Reuter. Thank you to all my current patrons for the ongoing support. If you’d like to support the show, and get access to all the bonus essays, posts and content, you can from as little as $2 a mo…
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Jul 15, 2020
040 How to Deliver Value to Your Readers with Joseph Alexander
Episode Show Notes
This week’s questions is:
What language would you most like your book translated into?
Find out more about our guest Joseph Alexander on:
Website: www.translatebooks.com
Music website www.fundamental-changes.com for over 350 free HD video lessons or to get signed as an author.
The link Joseph mentioned for the book to read 12 Ways to Market Your Book in German is here.
Don’t forget The Anatomy of Prose is now live, you can get it in ebook, paperback or hardback now.
Click the link here.
Order the Workbook here.
Book recommendation: Wild Seed by Octavia Butler
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
Listener Rebel of the Week is Matt Goodall
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
Thank you to new patron Bair Klos
Thank you to all my current patrons for the ongoing support. If you’d like to support the show, and…
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Jul 8, 2020
039 How to Make Money with Short Fiction with Esther Chilton
Episode Show Notes
This week’s questions is:
Do you write short stories or flash fiction?
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Find out more about our guest Esther Chilton on:
Website: Blog: https://esthernewtonblog.wordpress.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/esthernewton201
Her book A Walk in the Woods
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Don’t forget The Anatomy of Prose is now live, you can get it in ebook, paperback or hardback now.
Click the link here.
Order the Workbook here.
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Book recommendation: Publication guaranteed by Esther Chilton
Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/3gtIVdj
Amazon USA: https://amzn.to/2AyEkr3
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Listener Rebel of the Week is Katrina Hood
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
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Thank you to all patrons for the support. If you’d like to support the show, and get access to all the bonus essays, posts and content, you can from as little as $2 a mon…
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Jul 1, 2020
038 How to Build a 7-Figure Company with Steven de Koenigswarter
Episode Show Notes
This week’s question is:
If you couldn’t be a writer, what would you be?
Find out more about our guest Steven de Koenigswarter on:
His website: Thehealthfactory.com
His informational website: Nano-mineralwater.com
Facebook THF: https://www.facebook.com/thfnederland/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steven.dekoenigswarter/
Company Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehealthfactory_/
Don’t forget The Anatomy of Prose is now live, you can get it in ebook, paperback or hardback now.
Click the link here.
Order the Workbook here.
Book recommendation: Miso Paper for Archer and Olive journals www.misopaper.com
My office geometric paint job!
Listener Rebel of the Week is S. M. Mitchell
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
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Jun 24, 2020
037 How to Build Universes and Write Transgender Characters with Malorie Cooper
Episode Show Notes
This week’s questions is:
Do you write series or standalone and why?
Book recommendation this week is The Necromancer’s Apprentice by Icy Sedgwick.
https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/the-necromancer-s-apprentice-6
Find out more about our guest Mal Cooper on her website aeon14.com.
Find her at facebook.com/soyarma where she posts nearly daily cosplay/fashion pics.
Link to the YouTube video where she talks about what makes boys and girls.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-bhURgrUoHg
Link to National Geographic article mentioned on gender
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/magazine/2017/01/how-science-helps-us-understand-gender-identity/?fbclid=IwAR1SA8_X8pwDFtA1LE_GqgrYoXyJpPvT_Wn6AiEldHv7H35Z-YG8SiqQclg
Don’t forget The Anatomy of Prose is now live, you can get it in ebook, paperback or hardback now.
Click the link here.
Order the Workbook here.
Listener Rebel of the Week is Aime Sund
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Jun 17, 2020
036 How to Outline Your Novel with Libbie Hawker
Episode Show Notes
This week's question is:
How do you outline?
Find out more about Libbie on her website.
Don’t forget The Anatomy of Prose is available now, you can get it in ebook, paperback or hardback now.
Click the link here.
Order the Workbook here.
Thank you to all the show's Patrons, your support is always appreciated. If you’d like to support the show, and get access to all the bonus essays, posts and content, you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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Jun 10, 2020
035 How to Write Romance, Sex Scenes and Lesbian Characters with Clare Lydon
Episode Show Notes
This week’s questions is:
What’s the best sex scene you ever read? Or watched? Links to find out more about Clare
Clare's website
Clare's book recommendations
Visit her on Twitter Links to 2 sex podcasts she mentioned: Let's talk about lesbian sex scenes: https://lesbianswhowrite.com/lww-15-lets-talk-about-lesbian-sex-scenes/ Sex locations in our books: https://lesbianswhowrite.com/lww-50-sex-locations-in-our-books/ Steampunk novel Demon in the Machine - Lise Mactague: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07FGW7W4G/ Clare's book recommendations And Playing The Role Of Herself - KE Lane: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Playing-Role-Herself-K-Lane-ebook/dp/B003U8AE0U/ In At The Deep End - Kate Davies: https://www.amazon.co.uk/at-Deep-End-Kate-Davies-ebook/dp/B07GLP2FB2/
Book recommendation this week is Collaboration for Authors by Daniel Willcocks
https://books2read.com/u/bQK9R0
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Jun 3, 2020
034 How to Build an Engaged Reader Fanbase with Dakota Krout
Hello Rebels, welcome back to The Rebel Author Podcast episode 34. I’m talking to Dakota Krout today all about how to build an engaged reader fanbase. Episode Show Notes
First up, before we get into the show notes, let me say a huge thank you once again for all the support during the launch of The Anatomy of Prose, I'm deeply grateful and I can't thank you all enough.
This week's question:
What tactic or method have you seen an author use to successfully build a fan base?
Rebel of the week this week is Kelly Malacko
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to www.patreon.com/sachablack This episode was sponsored by Kobo Writing Life
Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.
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May 29, 2020
033 10 Tips to Improve Your Prose with Sacha Black
This week’s questions is:
What is your favorite literary device?
Book recommendation this week The Anatomy of Prose: 12 Steps to Sensational Sentences
Grab your copy here.
Preorder the Workbook here.
Join the Launch Party tonight, 29th May 9pm BST, 1pm PST, 4pm EST, 6am Sydney
Rebel Authors Facebook Group
Next Level Authors
Watch on YouTube
Listen on your Podcatcher
Listener Rebel of the Week is Russell Phillips
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
Thank you to new patrons this week Katlyn Duncan, Samurai Girl and Daniel Willcocks. If you’d like to support the show, and get access to all the bonus essays, posts and content, you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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May 27, 2020
032 How to Improve Your Prose a Rebel Takeover with Daniel Willcocks and Sacha Black
Episode Show Notes
We apologize for the interruption to the schedule. Today's episode is a Rebel Author takeover. Daniel Willcocks from the Great Writers Share podcast hosts today's show so that yours truly can be interviewed.
Learn how we improve our craft and business. We also dish out a bunch of book, course and resource recommendations too.
Preorder your copy of The Anatomy of Prose now: https://books2read.com/anatomyofprose
Great Writers Share podcast: https://pod.link/1473869415
If you’d like to support the show, and get access to all the bonus essays, posts and content, you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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May 20, 2020
031 How to Create a Reader Funnel with Derek Murphy
Episode Show Notes
Today’s podcast is with Derek Murphy. We’re talking about how to create a reader funnel, what one is, how to create it and why it's key to developing a fan base.
This week’s questions is:
What kind of content do you put in your reader funnel?
Book recommendation this week is my book 10 Steps to Hero: How to Craft a Kickass Protagonist.
Grab a copy on Kobo here:
Find out more about our guest on his website: creativindie.com
Win a signed ARC of The Anatomy of Prose Competition 1, on Instagram here.
Competition 2 is through Rafflecopter, you can enter here:
Don’t forget The Anatomy of Prose is on preorder now, you can get it in ebook paperback and hardback here.
LAUNCH PARTY
I’ll be hosting a LIVE Q&A to celebrate the launch of The Anatomy of Prose: 12 Steps to Sensational Sentences. The Live will be on the 29th May at 9pm BST, 1pm PST, 4pm EST, 6am AEST. If you’d like to ask me anything about writing, marketing, publishing or… unicorns then dro…
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May 13, 2020
030 How to Combat Self-Doubt for Writers with Sarah Painter
Episode Show Notes
This week’s questions is: How do you battle imposter syndrome and self-doubt?
Book recommendation this week Marketing Rebellion by Mark Schaefer
Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/3fz72rB
Amazon USA: https://amzn.to/2WgTLMB
Don’t forget The Anatomy of Prose is on preorder, you can get it in ebook, paperback or hardback now. Click the link here.
Preorder the Workbook here.
Find out more about today's guest Sarah Painter on her:
worriedwriter.com
sarah-painter.com
Twitter @SarahRPainter
https://www.facebook.com/sarahpainterbooks/
https://www.instagram.com/sarahpainterbooks/
Listener Rebel of the Week is Alex Kourvo
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
Thank you to new patrons this week Yanni Jade and Angela Guido. If you’d like to support the show, and get access to all the bonus essays, posts and co…
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May 6, 2020
029 How to Sell More Books on Kobo with Joni Di Placido
Episode Show Notes
This week’s questions is:
What wide marketing tricks do you use?
The book recommendation this week is The Anatomy of Prose by ME! The textbook and workbook are available all bookstores now.
Click the link here.
Preorder the Workbook here.
Find out more about our guest on Kobo’s website:
www.kobo.com/writinglife
https://twitter.com/KoboWritingLife
https://www.instagram.com/kobo.writing.life/
Listener Rebel of the Week is Renee Gallant Junior
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
If you’d like to support the show, and get access to all the bonus essays, posts and content, you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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May 2, 2020
028 10 Lessons from One Year of Writing Full-Time
No show notes this week, if you want to see the blog post with the photos mentioned, you can catch that here: https://wp.me/p885Ux-2oN
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Apr 29, 2020
027 How to Write Suspense with Christina Kaye
Show Notes: Rebel Author Podcast episode 27.
Today’s podcast is with Christina Kaye we’re talking about thrillers and how to write suspense in your novels.
We talk about:
* The pillars of creating suspense and tension in your story
* Sentence level tricks for creating suspense
* Mistakes to avoid when creating suspense
* Tips and tricks for the beginnings and endings of your chapters
* Resources and recommendations for more
This week’s questions is:
What’s keeping you sane during lockdown?
Book recommendation this week is comes from Katie Forrest who recommended Untamed by Glennon Doyle.
Grab your copy on Kobo
And don't forget you can preorder your copy of The Anatomy of Prose in ebook, paperback and hardback here.
Listen or Watch NEXT LEVEL AUTHORS
Watch on YouTube
Listen on your Podcatcher
Join the Next Level Author Facebook Group
Listener Rebel of the Week is Meg Cowley
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Apr 22, 2020
026 How to Bootstrap Your Marketing with Barry Hutchison
Episode Show Notes
This week’s questions is:
What is your best free or cheap marketing tip?
You can preorder The Anatomy of Prose ebook and paperback on all bookstores now.
Click the link here.
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LISTEN TO NEXT LEVEL AUTHORS PODCAST
Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXnvkIvvQvHBbrO_RtUnlVA
Listen on your Podcatcher https://nextlevelauthors.podbean.com
Join the Next Level Author Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/nextlevelauthors/
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Book recommendation this week is Swearing is Good for You by Emma Byrne.
KOBO https://www.kobo.com/ebook/swearing-is-good-for-you-the-amazing-science-of-bad-language
Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/3eAiumk
Amazon USA: https://amzn.to/2XOehoY
Find out more about our guest Barry Hutchison on his website:
https://barryjhutchison.com
Get his books here:
http://mybook.to/spaceteam
http://mybook.to/lob
Listener Rebel of the Week is Tim Seabrook
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Apr 15, 2020
025 How to Network for Introverts and Authors with Daniel Parsons
Episode Show Notes
This week’s questions is:
How do you network?
You can preorder The Anatomy of Prose digitally on all bookstores now.
Click the link here.
Book recommendation this week is Networking for Authors by Daniel Parsons
Kobo
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
Find out more about our guest on his website:
DanielParsonsBooks.com
To Join the Rebel Author poison and prose write in on 15th April 9pm UK join the Rebel Author Facebook group here.
Listener Rebel of the Week is Michael Nassberg
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
If you’d like to support the show, and get access to all the bonus essays, posts and content, you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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Apr 8, 2020
024 How to Get an Amazing Book Cover with Andrew and Bec Brown
Episode Show Notes
This week’s questions is:
Should you judge a book by its cover?
You can preorder The Anatomy of Prose digitally on all bookstores now.
Click the link here.
Find out more about Design for Writers:
Website: www.designforwriters.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/designforwriters
Twitter: www.twitter.com/design4writers
LAST CHANCE to read a review copy or be part of the street team for the launch of The Anatomy of Prose. I have a short form which can be found here: https://bit.ly/AoPTeam
Book recommendation this week is Smoke Gets in Your Eyes by Caitlin Doughty
KOBO https://www.kobo.com/ebook/smoke-gets-in-your-eyes-1
Amazon UK https://amzn.to/3bS0Xnd
Amazon USA https://amzn.to/3dPlMSc
Listener Rebel of the Week is Aime Sund
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
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Apr 1, 2020
023 How to Write for Audio with Jules Horne
Episode Show Notes
This week’s question is:
What is the best book you’ve read this year?
Book recommendation this week is our lovely guest Jules Horne’s Writing for Audiobooks: Audio-First for Flow and Impact
Kobo
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
Find out more about Jules on her:
Fiction website: https://www.juleshorne.com/
Nonfiction website:https://www.method-writing.com/
If you’d like to help with the launch and be on the street team or read a review copy, you can. I have a short form which can be found here: https://bit.ly/AoPTeam
I was on the Alliance of Independent Author’s Inspiration indie authors podcast on Sunday. Listen here
Listener Rebel of the Week is: Kathleen March
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
One new Patron today, welcome Julia Fortune. Thank you so much for joining me and thank you to all my…
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Mar 27, 2020
022 Five Takeaways from Mark Dawson's SPS Live Conference
Episode Show Notes
10 Business models article: https://selfpublishingadvice.org/ten-business-models-for-indie-authors/
Rebel Author Podcast episode 11 on finance, money and debt with Zach Bohannon https://sachablack.co.uk/2020/01/15/011-authors-and-money-how-to-quit-your-job-and-write-full-time-with-zach-bohannon/
Mark's SPS LIVE digital ticket https://selfpublishingformula.com/digital
Book Recommendations:
The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey
Kobo https://www.kobo.com/ebook/the-total-money-makeover-classic-edition
Amazon UK https://amzn.to/36Qc5PC
Amazon USA https://amzn.to/2td8yfC
The Barefoot Investor by Scott Pape
Kobo https://www.kobo.com/ebook/the-barefoot-investor
Amazon UK https://amzn.to/2Rbipuu
Amazon USA https://amzn.to/2Tqhzgd
The Millionaire Next Door by William D. Danko and Thomas J Stanley
Kobo https://www.kobo.com/ebook/the-millionaire-next-door-6
Amazon UK https://amzn.to/36KMZBD
Amazon USA https://amzn.to/2Nnjxdk
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Mar 24, 2020
021 How to Get Your Book into Libraries with Mark Lefebvre
Episode Show Notes This Episode is Sponsored by Kobo Writing Life
This Week’s Question is:
Where do you get your books? Do you buy them online, which store? Do you go to physical indie stores? Big chain stores, libraries? Somewhere else?
The book recommendation this week is An Author's Guide to Working with Libraries and Bookstores by Mark Lefebvre.
Get the book on Kobo
Enter Mark's giveaway here. Join The Anatomy of Prose Street Team
If you’d like to help with the launch of The Anatomy of Prose you can join the street team or read a review copy by completing this short form
Listener Rebel of the Week is HB Lyne
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
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One new Patron today, welcome Beth Ball. Thank you so much for joining me and thank you to all my patrons, who help to ensure that this podcast continues.
If you’d…
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Mar 18, 2020
020 How to Craft the Perfect Character with Damon Suede
Episode Show Notes
This Week’s Question looks at the personal branding side of the interview today. So I’m interested in your personal verb.
What is your verb?
The book recommendation of the week is VERBALIZE by Damon Suede
Kobo
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
The Rebel of the week is Edwin Downward
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
No new Patrons today. Thank you so much to all my current patrons, who help to ensure that this podcast continues.
If you’d like to support the show, and get access to all the bonus essays, posts and content, you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
Find out more about Damon on his:
Website: DamonSuede.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/damon.suede.author
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DamonSuede
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Mar 11, 2020
019 How to Write and Publish Illustrated Children's Books with Karen Ferreira
Episode Show Notes
Pre-order The Anatomy of Prose (currently only live on Amazon, other stores are coming soon)
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
Find out more about Karen Ferreira on her:
Website www.getyourbookillustrations.com
Instagram
The download for the things to consider before going with an illustrator can be found here.
To watch the Children's Book Mastery Conference you can find out more using my affiliate link here.
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This week's question is:
What was your favorite children's book?
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Book recommendation this week is Joanna Penn’s new book Audio for Authors.
Kobo
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
*** Rebel of the Week is Jasmine Arch
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
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A big thank you to all my current patrons who help to ensure that this podcast continues. If you’d like to support the show from as little at $2…
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Mar 4, 2020
018 How to Structure a Novel with J Thorn
Episode Show Notes
This week's question is: What’s your favorite podcast? Hit me with your faves, drop links, give them some love.
Don't forget I'm joining Jenna Moreci and Meg LaTorre on the iWriterly YouTube channel TONIGHT (March 4th2020 at 3:00 pm EST) (8pm GMT) for a live stream all about how to plan a book launch. Mark your calendars you don’t want to miss this. DIY MFA 101 COURSE IS CLOSING IN TWO DAYS
To find out more about the course, use my affiliate link here.
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Find out more about J Thorn on his website theauthorlife.com
Listen to:
The Career Author Podcast
The Writers Well Podcast
Writers Ink Podcast
Author Life Podcast
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Book recommendation this week is J’s new book Three Story Method
Kobo: https://www.kobo.com/ebook/three-story-method
Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/2Ttm87w
Amazon USA: https://amzn.to/2VA2sBM
*** Listener Rebel of the Week is Katie Forrest
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Feb 26, 2020
017 What Should Writers Quit? with Becca Syme
Episode Show Notes
This episode is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life. Find out more about the Kobo Writing Life platform for authors here. Read the Kobo Writing Life blog here. Listen to the Kobo Writing Life podcast for authors here.
THIS WEEK’S QUESTION IS:
What do you need to quit?
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Find out more about Becca Syme on her
Website, Becca's Facebook Page, QuitCast YouTube Channel
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This week's book recommendations are:
Dear Writer Are You In Burn Out?
Get the book on Kobo
Dear Writer, You Need to Quit
Get the book on Kobo Listener Rebel of the Week is Tom Fowler
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
If you’d like to support the show, and get access to all the bonus essays, posts and content, you can support the show by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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Feb 19, 2020
016 How to Improve Your Writing with Gabriela Pereira
Episode Show Notes
Gabriela's LIVE webinar called How to Survive and Succeed as a Writer (without Breaking Your Heart or Losing Your Mind). This webinar will be on Tuesday, February 25th @ 1pm Eastern Time. Here's the blurb for the webinar:
https://members.diymfa.com/~access/a38c4372f/
If you can't make the webinar, there will be a recording, but it will expire at 11:59pm on February 28th. If you want to attend, click the link below. Please note, I am a course student of Gabriela's which is why I'm super enthusiastic as I know the quality of Gabriela's courses. It's also why I'm an affiliate for her courses.
Find Gabriela on her:
Website Instagram Twitter Facebook
THIS WEEK’S QUESTION IS
How do you intentionally learn or improve your craft and the business of writing?
Book recommendation this week is Carry On by Rainbow Rowell
Purchase on Kobo https://www.kobo.com/ebook/carry-on-12
Amazon UK https://amzn.to/2wgZ18x
Amazon USA https://amzn.to/2SrbrTS
Listener Rebel of the…
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Feb 12, 2020
015 Multiple Streams of Income for Authors With Rachael Herron
Episode Show Notes
Find out more about Rachael Herron on her:
Website
Patreon
Instagram
The Writer's Well Podcast
How do You Write Podcast
This week's question is:
What do you do for self care?
The book of the week this week is mentioned in the podcast. It’s Chillpreneur by Denise Duffield Thomas. You can grab a copy using my affiliate link below.
Kobo https://www.kobo.com/ebook/chillpreneur
Amazon UK https://amzn.to/2ODpAei
Amazon USA https://amzn.to/2Sz9eEP
Rebel of the week this week is Ireland Gill. If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
If you’d like to support the show, and get access to all the bonus essays, posts and content, you can support the show by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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Feb 5, 2020
014 How to Write Romance with Kris Kennedy
Episode Show Notes
Find more about Today's guest Kris Kennedy here:
romancewritinglab.com @KrisKennedy
https://www.kriskennedy.net
To watch the Romance Writers Summit, click here: https://www.romancewriterssummit.com/a/17934/LDcwJMX4
Please note, that is an affiliate link and I will earn a small commission if you choose to purchase the conference
Last week I was talking about diversity and sensitivity readers, Val Neil shared a couple of helpful links for sourcing sensitivity readers which you can find here and here.
Today’s episode question is a slightly selfish one. What do you guys do for a book launch? What do your favorite authors do? I’m starting to turn my thoughts to the launch of The Anatomy of Prose and the types of things I could do, so let me know what you’d like to see me do for the launch.
My book recommendation for you this week is Instructions For Falling In Love Again by Lucy Mitchell which I had the pleasure of reading before it was published.
You can…
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Jan 29, 2020
013 How to Write Diverse Characters with Joan Dempsey
Episode Show Notes
Find out more about Joan Dempsey
On her website
Facebook
Twitter
In her monthly giveaway
This week's question is: Who is your favorite diverse character or what is your favorite diverse book?
Mine is this week's book recommendation: Dreadnought by April Daniels
Grab the book using the affiliate links below:
Kobo
Amazon UK
Amazon USA
I’m on the AmWritingFantasy Podcast this week talking heroes, villains and conspiracies, if you'd like to listen, catch the podcast here: https://podcast.amwritingfantasy.com/e/the-amwritingfantasy-podcast-episode-57-–-how-to-write-compelling-heroes-and-villains-with-sacha-black/
Listener Rebel of the Week is Simon Farnell
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please send in your story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
If you’d like to support the show, and get access to all the bonus essays, posts and content, you can support the show by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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Jan 22, 2020
012 Pay it Forward Marketing, Business Planning and Crafting Emotions with Angela Ackerman
Hello and welcome to episode 12 of The Rebel Author Podcast. Today I am joined by Angela Ackerman and we're talking pay it forward marketing, business planning and crafting emotions.
More About Angela Ackerman
Find her books here: https://writershelpingwriters.net/bookstore/
One Stop for Writers software here: https://onestopforwriters.com/
Read her article on business planning here: https://www.janefriedman.com/business-plans-for-writers/
Find her on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Episode Question: what business planning methods you find most useful?
The two articles I've written recently:
One on setting up money and finance basics for your writing business is over on writers helping writers:
https://writershelpingwriters.net/2020/01/six-steps-to-setting-yourself-up-financially-as-a-writer-in-2020/
The other on crafting villains appears on the Insecure Writer's Support Group
https://www.insecurewriterssupportgroup.com/2020/01/4-tips-for-creating-villains.html
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Jan 15, 2020
011 Authors and Money: How to Quit Your Day Job and Write Full-Time with Zach Bohannon
Show Notes
Episode questions:
1. Do you read the show transcript?
2. What one thing you’re going to do to better your financial situation after listening to this podcast?
More about our guest, Zach Bohannon:
Website - www.zachbohannon.com
The Career Author: Podcast and Events - www.thecareerauthor.com
Zach's Fiction at Molten Universe Media - www.moltenuniversemedia.com
Episode 44 - Money Tips For the Aspiring Career Author: https://thecareerauthor.com/the-career-author-podcast-episode-44-money-tips-for-the-aspiring-career-author/
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Rebel Author merch is now live. I’m working with Icy to create some new designs so those will come on stream shortly. But you can still get mugs and journals and jumpers and stickers and all sorts, check the show notes for links.
https://www.redbubble.com/people/rebelauthor/shop?asc=u
Listener rebel of the week is Sam Ross
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can emai…
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Jan 8, 2020
010 How to Be an Author on Youtube with Jenna Moreci
To find out more about Jenna:
website: http://jennamoreci.com
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jennamoreci
Twitter: http://twitter.com/jennamoreci
Instagram: http://instagram.com/jennamoreci
Get her books:
Kobo https://www.kobo.com/ebook/the-savior-s-champion
Amazon UK https://amzn.to/2ZTb4Dz
Amazon USA https://amzn.to/2sRWRdY
Get The Saviours Champion audiobook on audible:
US - https://adbl.co/2VtvXlH
UK - https://adbl.co/2U4vmFy
FR - https://bit.ly/2G8wRPA
DE - https://adbl.co/2G23InK In the Introduction
To grab a Rebel Author Hoodie, visit: https://www.redbubble.com/people/rebelauthor/shop?asc=u to view more the mugs, t-shirts, sticks and journals use the side bar to change product or click into the hoodie and scroll to the bottom where you can 'view more products'.
To listen to the podcast on YouTube, click here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCmGEeUxCRW5ZVxwJ_mEunw/
Book recommendation of the week is You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Star…
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Jan 1, 2020
009 Sacha Goes Solo and Confesses Her 'Goals'
Welcome to The Rebel Author Podcast episode nine where we interrupt the transmission for something a little different. Today, Sacha goes solo for the first time and confesses her quarterly goals in an attempt to be more productive! There's also a surprise guest and some shout outs from listeners. Oh, and we discover Sacha can't count!
Normal service will resume next week with an interview from the uh-maze-ing YouTube superstar Jenna Moreci.
If you'd like to support the show, you can do that right here and also get access to the backlog of patreon-only essays, sneak peeks, as well as a chance to ask the guests anything.
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Dec 18, 2019
008 Amazon Ads for Authors with Bryan Cohen
Episode Show Notes
What's your 2019 reading goal? Did you hit it? How many books have you read this year? Let me know in the comments or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
Book recommendation this week is Atomic Habits by James Clear get your copy on Amazon UK or Amazon USA.
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If you'd like to watch the Scrivener metadata tutorial in January, join the 13 Steps to Evil Facebook group.
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Listener Rebel of the week is Claire Good.
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Thank you to the two new patrons this week Meg and Holly.
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If you’d like to get early access to all the Rebel Author episodes, you can support the show by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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Find out more about Bryan by visiting his Amazon Ads challenge website: https://bryancohen.lpages.co/amazon-ad-profit-challenge-landing-jan-2020/
Visit his Facebook page for his blurb service Best Page Forward
Follow Bryan on Instagram
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Please note, I do use affiliate links.
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Dec 4, 2019
007 Time Management for Writers with Katie Forrest
Show Notes
Read my lessons learned from 6 months full-time writing here.
Watch my interview with Jenna Moreci on how to go full-time as a writer here.
I’ve just posted November's exclusive Patreon post all about perfectionism, it’s destructive nature and what you can do about it. I also get a whole lot more personal and share how it’s impacted my life too. Don’t forget you get access to the backlog of posts when you join up, you get to determine the topics and themes I talk about in the patreon-only posts and much more. Support the show here.
Katie will be running a live Q&A in my facebook group all about time management on the 11th December at 1pm. If you want to watch, you can join my Facebook Group here.
If you’d like to be a listener rebel, then email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod
About Katie Forrest
Katie Forrest is an indie author, time management geek, director of a boutique law firm and mom to a daughter with compl…
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Nov 20, 2019
006 How to DIY an Audiobook with Renee Conoulty
Welcome to episode six of the The Rebel Author Podcast where I'm talking to Renee Conoulty all about how indie authors can DIY an audiobook.
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Nov 6, 2019
005 – How to World Build for Fiction Author with HB Lyne
Hello and welcome back to The Rebel Author Podcast, I'm thrilled to host the lovely H.B Lyne today as we talk all about how to world build covering both fantasy and non-fantasy settings.
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Oct 23, 2019
004 – How To Self-Edit With Kristina Stanley
Hello and welcome back to episode four of The Rebel Author Podcast. I am so excited for this interview. When I was transcribing the interview, I found myself taking loads of notes. Kristina is an absolute editing whizz and shows you how to self-edit better.
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Oct 9, 2019
003 – How to Market Nonfiction Books With Boni Wagner-Stafford
Welcome back to the third Rebel Author Podcast episode. Today, I talk to Boni Wagner-Stafford about nonfiction and specifically how to market nonfiction books. Though if you're a fiction author, I think you'll still gain a huge amount of insight and ideas on strategic marketing.
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Sep 25, 2019
002 – Co-writing for Indie Authors with Dan Willcocks
In episode two of the Rebel Author Podcast I talk to Dan Willcocks all about co-writing for indie authors and how it can revolutionize your business.
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Sep 25, 2019
001 – The Indie Author Mindset with Adam Croft
Welcome to the first official episode of the Rebel Author Podcast where I talk to Adam Croft about all things indie author mindset, wide marketing and a sprinkling of banter.
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Sep 5, 2019
000 – The Rebel Author Podcast
Hey guys, I'm absolutely delighted to announce the launch of The Rebel Author Podcast. This is episode 0, an introduction if you like to the podcast and what you can expect from the show. I'll be launching regular episodes at the end of the month. For now, welcome.
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