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Decision Making for Authors
Writing is decision-making – here’s how to make the right choices.
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.
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 Story Ideas
It’s hard enough coming up with good book ideas. But which will actually sell?
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-343: The Non-Fiction Publishing Plan – with Stephanie Chandler
Stephanie Chandler quit a Silicon Valley job to open a bookstore. Now she helps non-fiction authors find their audience!
Identifying Problems with Your Author Business
Identify real problems with your business and make meaningful changes.
SPS-342: Empowering Indie Authors – with Cara Alwill
Cara Alwin always wished she had a mentor, so now she writes self-help books to encourage other women to pursue their dreams.
Limiting Screentime as an Author
Step away from the screen to improve productivity and wellbeing.
SPS-341: Writing Into Retirement – with M. Lee Prescott
Mary Lee Prescott is happily busy working on her second career. Writing used to be a hobby but now that she’d ‘retired’ she’s working full steam ahead in both the mystery and romance genres.
Reviewing Your Author Business
Take a step back from your business to discover where your profit truly lies.