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Decision Making for Authors
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SPS-354: Researching Facts for Historical Fiction – with Madeline Martin
Madeline Martin explains the level of research required for writing successful historical fiction.
SPS-353: An Insider’s Guide to Ghostwriting – with Cara Thurlbourn
Cara Thurlbourn has ghostwritten books for some big name authors… and even some where there’s been no author at all!
SPS-352: Reverse-Engineering a Story – with Michael Webb
Michael Webb describes how a brutal editing experience taught him to write better stories.
5 Lessons Publishing Will Teach You
It’s only after publishing that authors realise the mistakes they’ve made.
SPS-351: How to Boost Your Book Sales – with Clayton Noblit
Written Word Media (Freebooksy, Bargain Booksy) explain how they help authors reach new readers and drive downloads of their books.
Daily Routines of Successful Authors
Following successful authors’ routines doesn’t guarantee success – but it can teach you good habits.
Optimising Your Author Newsletter
Your newsletter is a powerful tool. Here’s how to improve it!
SPS-350: Live from the NINC Conference 2022 – with Dave Chesson & Julia Spencer-Fleming
Recorded in front of a live audience at the NINC 2022 conference, grab some insight on the latest self-publishing tech and top tips to help improve your writing craft with special guests Dave Chesson and Julia Spencer-Fleming.
SPS-349: Taking Off With TikTok – with A.P Beswick
Adam Beswick is using daily TikTok videos to quickly kickstart his indie author career.
How to Generate & Test Non-Fiction Ideas
Last week’s blog post explored a few ways authors can generate and stress-test fiction ideas. Non-fiction, by comparison, is often a more methodical affair.
SPS-348: Building a Brand-Consistent Backlist – with Olivia Hayle
Learn how Olivia Hayle brought in seven figures of annual revenue simply by writing more books.
How to Generate & Test Story Ideas
It’s hard enough coming up with good book ideas. But which will actually sell?
SPS-347: The Brains Behind Beautiful Books – with Brad Andalman
Two ex-Pixar employees created the gold standard for book formatting. Will Vellum come to PC?
Algorithm Marketing for Authors
Each website comes with a unique set of algorithms that can make or break a publishing process.
SPS-346: The Magic of the SPF Foundation – with Britt Andrews
Two years after getting laid off from her hospital job, Britt Andrew’s books have made over half a million dollars.
How to Evaluate Regular Freelancers
Many authors outsource work to freelancers. But can that work be more efficient?
SPS-345: Selling Books With Subscriptions – with Emilia Rose
Emilia Rose discusses the challenges and rewards of writing directly for her readers and generating income that doesn’t come via a retailer.
Typesetting Tips for Authors
You can write the best words in the world, but it makes no difference if your book looks bad.
SPS-344: W.F. Howes: The Indie Audiobook Publisher – with Craig Thomson
Audiobooks are one of publishing’s biggest growth markets – here’s what W.F. Howes can do to get your books out there.