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SPTT 100 – 100 Episodes Later, Here’s What We Learned About Self-Publishing
Feb 15, 2026
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| 2/15/26 |  SPTT 100 – 100 Episodes Later, Here’s What We Learned About Self-Publishing | Episode 100Released on: March 15, 2026 On this special final episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, the hosts come together one last time to reflect on the journey that began with a simple idea and grew into one hundred conversations about writing, publishing, and building an author career. Original co-host Morgan Lee returns to join the discussion as the group looks back on the lessons they have learned, the fears they once hadas new authors, and how their perspectives on publishing have evolved over the past several years. From experimenting with marketing strategies to discovering that every author must find their own path, this heartfelt conversation celebrates the growth, persistence, and community that shaped the show. While the podcast may be ending, the writing journeys that started here are far from over. ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write▶Morgan Links: https://linktr.ee/authormorganlee ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
| 2/15/26 |  SPTT 098 – Permafree, Newsletters, and Growing a Romance Author Brand | Episode 098Released on: February 15, 2026 On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, we sit down with romance author T L Russ to talk about building a feel-good brand filled with heart, heat, and unforgettable banter. From her journey into self-publishing and rapid release to the realities of time management, newsletters, and trope-driven marketing, she shares what it really takes to grow a loyal reader base in today’s romance market. We also dive into permafree strategy, series bibles, small-town worldbuilding, and how she keeps readers invested across interconnected stories. If you love swoony heroes, strong heroines, and smart business insight wrapped in real-world experience, this conversation is one you will not want to miss. Get Shanon’s 3-time award-winning romantasy book out on January 20th! A Curse of Wings & Gems 👉 https://books2read.com/A-Curse-of-Wings-and-Gems ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH T L Russ! 🌐 T L Russ's Website: https://www.tlruss.com/📷 T L Russ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tlrussauthor/🎥 T L Russ's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tlruss CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write🌐 D.L.’s Website: https://www.authordltillery.com/ 📚 D.L.’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/D-L-Tillery/e/B09CRDP37H 🎥 D.L.’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AuthorDLTillery 📱 D.L.’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorDLTillery/ 📸 D.L.’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authordltillery/ 🐦 D.L.’s Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/authordltillery 🌐 D.L.’s Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/banongaming ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
| 2/1/26 |  SPTT 099 – The Relaxed Author by Joanna Penn and Mark Leslie Lefebvre | Episode 099Released on: March 1, 2026 In this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, we dive into The Relaxed Author by Joanna Penn and Mark Leslie Lefebvre and explore what it really means to build a sustainable writing life. We discuss how their perspective challenges the pressure to constantly produce, market, and optimize, and instead encourages authors to think long term, embrace flexibility, and define success on their own terms. From reframing incubation time as real creative work to shifting revision from expansion to precision, this conversation unpacks the practical and mindset shifts that can help protect your creativity for the years ahead.Note: Near the end of the episode, Shanon mentions moving her books in and out of KDP. She meant KU,which is Amazon’s exclusive ebook enrollment program within KDP Select. 📘WHERE TO FIND THE BOOK ONLINE: https://www.thecreativepenn.com/relaxed-author/ OTHER LINKS MENTIONED DURING EPISODE: 🌟Want to be an Alpha Reader for Shanon’s A Curse of Spikes & Smoke? Sign up for free here: https://tinyurl.com/ACOSAS-Alpha-Draft🌟D.L. Tillery’s Winterwolf is out now! Get your copy here: https://a.co/d/00sSX4vL🌟Want to see Shanon and D.L. talk about Winterwolf? Watch that Charmed Chat here: https://youtu.be/ZZNKxIaco9o🌟BookFunnel’s “5 Automations to Level Up Your Author Business” video: https://youtu.be/9NxaEcWs2cA ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH D.L. TILLERY! 🌐D.L.’s Website: https://www.authordltillery.com/ 📚 D.L.’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/D-L-Tillery/e/B09CRDP37H 🎥 D.L.’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AuthorDLTillery 📱D.L.’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorDLTillery/ 📸D.L.’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authordltillery/ 🐦D.L.’s Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/authordltillery 🌐 D.L.’s Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/banongaming CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt #authortube | — | ||||||
| 2/1/26 |  SPTT 097 – Writing Deep Scenes by Martha Alderson and Jordan Rosenfeld | Episode 097Released on: February 1, 2026 On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, we dive into Writing Deep Scenes by Martha Alderson and Jordan Rosenfeld. We unpack how this craft book breaks down scenes into three powerful layers, action, emotion, and theme, and explore how understanding those elements can transform revision into a process of precision rather than expansion. Whether you're a planner or a discovery writer, this conversation sheds light on practical ways to sharpen your storytelling, diagnose weak scenes, and deepen emotional impact with intention. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on crafting scenes that truly move the story forward. 📘WHERE TO FIND THE BOOK ONLINE: https://bookshop.org/p/books/writing-deep-scenes-plotting-your-story-through-action-emotion-and-theme-jordan-rosenfeld/f09c9130919305aeor https://www.amazon.com/Writing-Deep-Scenes-Plotting-Through/dp/1599638835~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH D.L. TILLERY! 🌐 D.L.’s Website: https://www.authordltillery.com/ 📚 D.L.’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/D-L-Tillery/e/B09CRDP37H 🎥 D.L.’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AuthorDLTillery 📱 D.L.’s Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/AuthorDLTillery/ 📸 D.L.’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authordltillery/ 🐦 D.L.’s Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/authordltillery 🌐 D.L.’s Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/banongaming CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt #authortube | — | ||||||
| 1/16/26 |  SPTT 096 – From Firefighter to Full-Time Author | Episode 096Released on: January 15, 2026 On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, we chat with multi-genre author A. Adeshile, whose stories span everything from epic fantasy to paranormal romance to post-apocalyptic thrillers. He shares how he made the leap from firefighter to full-time writer, and how his background in psychology, anime, and tabletop gaming influences his character-driven, emotionally layered storytelling. We explore his interconnected story universe, how he juggles multiple genres, and why letting go of perfection is essential for growth. If you’ve ever struggled to finish your book or wondered how to turn life experience into fiction, this episode will leave you inspired to keep going. Get Shanon’s 3-time award-winning romantasy book out on January 20th! A Curse of Wings & Gems 👉 https://books2read.com/A-Curse-of-Wings-and-Gems ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH A. ADESHILE! 🌐 Adeshile's Website: https://adeshile.wordpress.com/ 📧 Adeshile's Newsletter: https://adeshilewrites.substack.com/ 📚Adeshile'e Books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/A-Adeshile/author/B0BFRRL48X🎥 Adeshile’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@adeshile.writes CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write▶Rita Slanina: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RitaSlanina,Website: https://www.ritaslanina.com,Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ritaslanina,Twitter/X: https://x.com/ritaslanina, Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ritaslanina/ ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~#selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
| 12/23/25 |  SPTT 095 – The Art of War for Writers by James Scott Bell | Episode 095Released on: December 22, 2025 In this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, we dive into The Art of War for Writers by James Scott Bell and explore what it means to approach writing as a strategic campaign. We discuss how Bell’s perspective on discipline, mindset, and adaptability can reshape the way writers think about their careers, from managing self-doubt to navigating feedback and an ever-changing publishing landscape. Drawing directly from Bell’s application of Sun Tzu’s wisdom, this conversation focuses on practical ways writers can strengthen their mental resilience, maintain control of their creative space, and remain flexible as both artists and professionals, all while keeping the joy of storytellingintact. ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH A. ADESHILE! 🌐 Adeshile's Website: https://adeshile.wordpress.com/ 📧 Adeshile's Newsletter: https://adeshilewrites.substack.com/ 📚Adeshile'e Books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/A-Adeshile/author/B0BFRRL48X🎥 Adeshile’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@adeshile.writes CONNECT WITH JODEE JEAN DANIELS! 🎥 Jodee’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JodeeJeanDanielsJustWrite CONNECT WITH GWYNNA!🎥 Gwynna’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gwynnathawinna CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
| 9/15/25 |  SPTT 094 – Mastering Self-Publishing and Starting Over with Fiction | Episode 094Released on: September 15, 2025 On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, we’re joined by Dale L. Roberts, longtime advocate for indie authors, prolific nonfiction writer, and host of the Self-Publishing with Dale YouTube channel. In this candid and high-energy conversation, Dale shares how he built a multi-book author business, why he’s shifting from nonfiction into sci-fi horror, and what lessons he's carrying with him into his first Kickstarter launch. From the early struggles of full-time authorship to his passion for ethical marketing, we explore the mindset, tools, and strategies that have helped Dale, and thousands of others, navigate the ever-changing world of self-publishing. FOLLOW DALE’S KICKSTARTER (LAUNCH ON 30 SEP) 👉https://DaleLinks.com/Final3 CATCH THE FREE 2025 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE 👉 https://tinyurl.com/AWC-2025-Playlist J.M. Celi's The Unlife of Lisa Cooper on Amazon 👉 https://a.co/d/hYuFZCj ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH DALE L. ROBERTS! 🌐Dale’s Website – http://selfpublishingwithdale.com 🎥Dale’s YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/selfpublishingwithdale 🎤Dale’s YouTube Podcast – https://www.youtube.com/@selfpubwithdale 📚Dale’s Books – https://dalelinks.com/bookshelf 🤖Dale’s Discord – https://dalelinks.com/discord 📱Dale’s Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/selfpubwithdale 🐦Dale’s Twitter – https://twitter.com/selfpubwithdale 🎵Dale’s TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@selfpubwithdale 📷Dale’s Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/selfpubwithdale/ CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jm.celi.54,YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@authorjmceli,Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jm_celi,Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/jmceli.bsky.social,Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jm_celi ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
| 8/15/25 |  SPTT 092 – From Special Agent to Indie Crime Thriller Author | Episode 092Released on: August 15, 2025 On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, we’re joined by Derrick Jackson, a retired Air Force special agent whose real-world experience helped shape the heart-pounding events of his debut novel, Shadow One. Derrick shares how he made the leap from military investigations to storytelling, blending fact and fiction while protecting sensitive information and staying true to the spirit of his career. We talk about the challenges of writing with authenticity, navigating Department of Defense approvals, and his unique decision to work with a publicist as an indie author. This episode is a compelling deep dive into the power of lived experience and the bold strategies that can set yourbook apart. CATCH THE FREE 2025 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE 👉 https://tinyurl.com/AWC-2025-Playlist ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH DERRICK JACKSON! 🌐Derrick Jackson’s Bio: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0DKYKX1JS/about?ccs_id=5f92c278-4c2f-48af-bf97-a7998e87e81f 📘 Derrick Jackson’s Book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/SHADOW-ONE-DERRICK-JACKSON-ebook/dp/B0DFVNN3GD 📘 Derrick Jackson’s Book on Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/shadow-one-derrick-jackson/1146251057 CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jm.celi.54,YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@authorjmceli,Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jm_celi,Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/jmceli.bsky.social,Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jm_celi ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
| 8/1/25 |  SPTT 091 – How to Juggle Self-Publishing with a Creative Career | Episode 091Released on: August 1, 2025 On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, we sit down with multi-talented creative Rita Slanina, an actress, model, singer-songwriter, and indie author, to explore how she balances an eclectic creative career with self-publishing success. From testing the waters with poetry and facing rejection from traditional publishing to launching novella series and crowdfunding her latest release, Rita shares the ups and downs of her journey with humor and heart. Her practical approach to scheduling, willingness to leap into new projects, and honest reflections on creative burnout make this conversation both engaging and energizing. CATCH THE FREE 2025 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE 👉 https://tinyurl.com/AWC-2025-Playlist SOME WEBSITES/ITEMS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 🌟 ARMCHAIR CHATS // Author Interviews: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtVvpCVzJt344SruuuW9R0adm4JgPeQqv&si=67v75SxvcboUnoxD ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH RITA SLANINA! 🎥 Rita’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RitaSlanina🌐 Rita’s Website: https://www.ritaslanina.com📸 Rita’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ritaslanina🐦 Rita’s Twitter: https://x.com/ritaslanina📱 Rita’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ritaslanina/ CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jm.celi.54, YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@authorjmceli, Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jm_celi, Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/jmceli.bsky.social, Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jm_celi ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt #authortube | — | ||||||
| 7/15/25 |  SPTT 090 – Inside the Mind of a Book Cover and Comic Artist | Episode 090Released on: July 15, 2025 On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, we step into the visually rich world of comics, book covers, and self-publishing with seasoned artist J.K. Woodward. From working with industry giants like Marvel and IDW tocollaborating with indie authors, J.K. shares how he brings stories to life through paint, passion, and persistence. We dig into his creative process, lessons learned from crowdfunding, and how authors and artists can collaborate more effectively, especially when timelines, vision, and mutual promotion areon the line. This episode offers a rare glimpse into the business of storytelling from the artist’s side of the table. CATCH THE FREE 2025 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE 👉 https://tinyurl.com/AWC-2025-Playlist SOME WEBSITES/ITEMS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 🌟 San Diego Comic-Con: https://www.comic-con.org/cc/ ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH J.K. Woodward! 🌐 J.K.'s Website, The Art of JK Woodward: https://www.theartofjkwoodward.com/ CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jm.celi.54, YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@authorjmceli, Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jm_celi, Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/jmceli.bsky.social, Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jm_celi ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
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| 7/1/25 |  SPTT 089 – DIY Audiobooks for Indie Authors | Episode 089Released on: July 1, 2025 On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, we’re joined once again by romantasy comedy author Elaine Canyon, this time to talk all things audiobooks on a budget. Elaine shares her journey into narrating her own work and offers practical, low-cost strategies for authors who want to create professional-sounding audiobooks without breaking the bank. From essential gear and DIY soundproofing to software options and voice performance tips, we covereverything you need to know to get started. If you've ever thought about producing your own audiobook but didn’t know where to begin—or how to afford it—this episode might just be the push you need. CATCH THE FREE 2025 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE 👉 https://tinyurl.com/AWC-2025-PlaylistSOME WEBSITES/ITEMS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 🌟 New K-lytics Study: Fantasy Romance / Romantasy 2025*: https://k-lytics.com/custom/fantasy-romance-2025-04-pr/🌟 Audacity: https://www.audacityteam.org/ *Affiliate link. The price is the same to you but supports thepodcast. ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH ELAINE CANYON! 🌐 Elaine's Website: https://elainecanyon.com 📚 Elaine's Books: https://cur.io/elainecanyon 🎥 Elaine's Authortube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@elainecanyon CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jm.celi.54,YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@authorjmceli,Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jm_celi,Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/jmceli.bsky.social,Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jm_celi ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
| 6/15/25 |  SPTT 088 – Networking for Authors by Dale L. Roberts | Episode 088Released on: June 15, 2025 In this episode, we dive into Networking for Authors by Dale L. Roberts, a practical and insightful guide for writers looking to expand their reach and build meaningful connections in the industry. Join us as we explore how this book reshaped our approach to networking, branding, and community-building as authors. From real-life applications to personal takeaways, this conversation is packed with inspiration and actionable ideas. For this book we each came up with a motto we pulled from the reading! Ben: “Don’t be a jerk.”Andy: “Serve others first.”D.L.: Natural networking”Shanon: “Lead with value.”Devon: “Even lessons learned.” 📘WHERE TO FIND THE BOOK ONLINE: https://books2read.com/u/49R0xk✨ Networking for Authors YouTube Playlist with more reviews on the book: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVrC50nqY3OKDsPfW9VhlHjC_6t2nWoaC CATCH THE 2025 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE JUNE 27-29TH👉 https://tinyurl.com/AWC-2025-Playlist ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH D.L. TILLERY! 🌐 D.L.’s Website: https://www.authordltillery.com/📚 D.L.’s Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/D-L-Tillery/e/B09CRDP37H🎥 D.L.’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AuthorDLTillery📱 D.L.’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorDLTillery/📸 D.L.’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authordltillery/🐦 D.L.’s Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/authordltillery🌐 D.L.’s Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/banongaming CONNECT WITH ANDY!🎥 Andy’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PublishWithAndy📸 Andy’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/selfpubwithandy/CONNECT WITH DEVON GAMBRELL! 🎥 Devon’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@devongambrell🌐 Devon’s Website: https://dgambrell.com/ 📘 Devon’s ALL CALL INDIE: https://dgambrell.com/allcallindie/ 💜 Devon’s Social Links: https://dgambrell.com/links/ 📚 Devon’s book The Witch's Crystal: https://books2read.com/u/mgYGGR CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write▶Jamie’s J.M. Celi): Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jm.celi.54▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@authorjmceli▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jm_celi▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/jmceli.bsky.social▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jm_celi ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
| 5/15/25 |  SPTT 087 – The Emotional Craft of Fiction by Donald Maass | Episode 087Released on: May 15, 2025 Join us for a thoughtful discussion on The Emotional Craft of Fiction by Donald Maass, where we explore how this powerful book challenges writers to go beyond the surface and create stories that truly resonate. We dive into the emotional heart of storytelling, unpack key takeaways, and reflect on how Maass’s insights can transform our writing lives. Whether you're drafting, revising, or seeking deeper connection in your prose, this conversation offers inspiration and tools to elevate your craft. 📘WHERE TO FIND THE BOOK ONLINE: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/633863/the-emotional-craft-of-fiction-by-donald-maass/and https://www.amazon.com/Emotional-Craft-Fiction-Beneath-Surface/dp/1440348375 YOU CAN STILL CATCH ALL THE FREE REPLAYS FOR THE 2024 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE👉 https://bit.ly/2024-AWC-Playlist ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~CONNECT WITH A ADESHILE! 🎥 Adeshile’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@adeshile.writes CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write▶Morgan’s Links: https://linktr.ee/authormorganlee ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~#selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
| 4/15/25 |  SPTT 086 – How to Self-Publish on a Shoe-String Budget | Episode 086Released on: April 15, 2025 On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, we dive into the world of budget-friendly publishing with romantasy comedy author Elaine Canyon. Elaine shares practical, down-to-earth strategies for producing high-quality books without breaking the bank, covering everything from editing and formatting to cover design and marketing. We also explore a range of tools authors can use throughout the publishing process, along with Elaine’s unique advice on when and how to pay for these services strategically—so you can stretch your dollars while still getting maximum value. If you’ve ever wondered how to publish smarter, not poorer, this conversation is a goldmine of resourceful hacks and honest insights. WEBSITES/ITEMS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 🌟 Love, Dryads & Murder by Elaine Canyon:https://www.amazon.com/Love-Dryads-Murder-Virdinra-Chronicles-ebook/dp/B0F4J3TTRG🌟 “Working with GetCovers 2025 | Tips & Tricks toget amazing covers with GetCovers | GetCovers Covers” by Elaine Canyon: https://youtu.be/BIX-gjlul44?si=0XVT95fNW1hhQgU8🌟 Gimp: https://www.gimp.org/🌟 Secrets to Editing Success by K. Stanley andL. Cooke: https://www.amazon.com/Secrets-Editing-Success-K-Stanley/dp/1999276264🌟 Kevin Tumlinson's Bootstrap Publishing: https://www.kevintumlinson.com/podcast-rss/186🌟 Curios: https://www.curios.com/🌟 The Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi): https://www.allianceindependentauthors.org/🌟 💗Charmed Chats & Happily Ever After Sprints with Elaine Canyon: https://www.youtube.com/live/41Cm15cbQO0?si=lAa3daLOg3Hz_4PJ YOU CAN STILL CATCH ALL THE FREE REPLAYS FOR THE 2024 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE👉 https://bit.ly/2024-AWC-Playlist ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH ELAINE CANYON! 🎥 Elaine Canyon Books YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPCyoOIBfrXgGUJpgkd65DQ🌐 Elaine’s Website: https://elainecanyon.com 🌐 Elaine’s Curios: https://cur.io/elainecanyon📧 Elaine's Newsletter: https://subscribepage.io/elainecanyon📸 Elaine's Instagram: https://instagram.com/elainecanyon CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jm.celi.54▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@authorjmceli▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jm_celi▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/jmceli.bsky.social▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jm_celi ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
| 3/15/25 |  SPTT 085 – Book Marketing Made Simple for Indie Authors | Episode 085Released on: March 15, 2025 On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, we sit down with bestselling poet and marketing expert Shelby Leigh to explore the essential strategies authors need to thrive on social media. Shelby shares her journey from anonymously posting poetry online to building a successful brand that helps creatives market their work with confidence. We dive into mindset shifts around self-promotion, practical ways to streamline content creation, and how social media platforms—especially TikTok—can drive book sales. She also opens up about the unexpected challenges and benefits of both self-publishing and traditional publishing. Whether you're struggling with marketing or looking to expand your author platform, this episode is full of valuable insights to help you make animpact! WEBSITES/ITEMS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 🌟 “How to Start on TikTok and Instagram as an Author | AuthorTube Writing Conference 2023,” marketing by shelby: https://youtu.be/15KOJQ4wV64?si=zyceB018dxMtIT9B🌟 “Diversifying Your Income Streams as an Author,” marketing by shelby: https://www.youtube.com/live/7J6g_IWgQrw?si=TMl_bQOKQWke3MV8🌟 You can still do a late pledge to Shanon’s Kickstarter:https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sdhuston/a-curse-of-wings-and-gems/ YOU CAN STILLCATCH ALL THE FREE REPLAYS FOR THE 2024 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE👉 https://bit.ly/2024-AWC-Playlist ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH SHELBY LEIGH! 🎥Subscribe to Shelby for weekly marketing videos: https://www.youtube.com/@marketingbyshelby🌐 Grab her marketing freebies here: https://www.marketingbyshelby.com/freebie❗ Explore all marketing guides and courses: https://www.marketingbyshelby.com/marketing-offers CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jm.celi.54▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@authorjmceli▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jm_celi▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/jmceli.bsky.social▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jm_celi ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~#selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
| 3/1/25 |  SPTT 084 – What No One Tells You About Self-Publishing Under a Pen Name | Episode 084Released on: March 1, 2025 On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, we sit down with multi-genre author Nicole Pierman, who also writes under the pen name Nicole Brona, to explore the intricacies of managing multiple pen names in self-publishing. Nicole shares her eye-opening experience of choosing the wrong pen name just days before publishing and the valuable lessons she learned about branding, marketing psychology, and navigating Amazon’s algorithms. We also dive into the challenges and rewards of writing in niche genres like Irish mythology, as well as the unique hurdles of marketing poetry versus fiction. Whether you’re considering a pen name or juggling multiple author brands, this episode is packed with insights to help you make strategic decisions in your self-publishing journey! WEBSITES/ITEMS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 🌟 Shanon’s Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sdhuston/a-curse-of-wings-and-gems/🌟 Author Ad School with Bryan Cohen: https://learn.bestpageforward.net/author-ad-school-enroll/🌟 Becca Syme (Phoenix/Intuitive Writing/CliftonStrengths): https://betterfasteracademy.com/ YOU CAN STILL CATCH ALL THE FREE REPLAYS FOR THE 2024 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE👉 https://bit.ly/2024-AWC-Playlist ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH NICOLE PIERMAN/BRONA! 🌐 Nicole’s Website: https://nicolepierman.com/ 🎥 Nicole’s YouTube, Nicole's Bookish Nook: https://www.youtube.com/@NicolesBookishNook 📚Nicole Brona Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicole-Brona/author/B0C3FL7DHK📚Nicole Pierman Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Nicole-Pierman/e/B08RG74PYP📧 Nicole’s Newsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/u2e2i6📱 Nicole’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064052976597#❗ Nicole’s Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/14954026.Nicole_Pierman CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jm.celi.54,YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@authorjmceli,Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jm_celi,Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/jmceli.bsky.social,Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jm_celi ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
| 2/15/25 |  SPTT 083 – Unlock Your Self-Publishing Success with StoryOrigin | Episode 083Released on: February 15, 2025 On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, join us for an insightful conversation with Evan Gow, founder of StoryOrigin, as he shares the driving force behind his all-in-one platform designed for authors. From solving the problem of fragmented author tools to introducing innovative features like audiobook review distribution and beta copy management, Evan dives deep into the unique ways StoryOrigin is helping authors streamline their marketing and publishing efforts, like building an effective email list with enticing reader magnets. We also dive into actionable strategies for crafting email welcome sequences, explore emerging trends in self-publishing and direct sales, and uncover what sets StoryOrigin apart in today’s competitive publishing landscape. Tune in for practical tips and fresh insights designed to help you simplify your workflow and connect more deeply with your readers. CONNECT WITH STORYORIGIN & EVAN GOW: 🌟 StoryOrigin: https://storyoriginapp.com/?via=s-d(affiliate link)🌟 Evan Gow, Indie Developer: evan@storyoriginapp.com🌟 Evan Gow, indie developer of StoryOrigin, on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@storyoriginapp ✨Shanon’s Kickstarter will launch on February 25th! Even if you can't buy anything later, following helps with the algorithm! 👉 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sdhuston/a-curse-of-wings-and-gems/ YOU CAN STILL CATCH ALL THE FREE REPLAYS FOR THE 2024 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE👉 https://bit.ly/2024-AWC-Playlist ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jm.celi.54,YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@authorjmceli,Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jm_celi,Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/jmceli.bsky.social,Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jm_celi ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
| 2/1/25 |  SPTT 082 – When Scripts Become Sagas | Episode 082 Released on: February 1, 2025 Join us for a heartfelt conversation with epic fantasy author H.L. Bernabe as she reveals her transformative journey from script writing to crafting expansive fantasy epics amid personal challenges. In this candid episode, Holly shares how channeling her experiences into writing became a powerful, cathartic release, and she offers practical insights—from embracing extended timelines for launch plans to leveraging essential software tools in self-publishing. Discover her unique perspective on the importance of attitude in marketing and how industry summits helped shape her path. Tune in for inspiration, real-life lessons, and invaluable tips that every writer can relate to. WEBSITES/ITEMS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 🌟Shanon’s Kickstarter will launch on February 25th! Even if you can't buy anything later, following helps with the algorithm! 👉https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sdhuston/a-curse-of-wings-and-gems/ 🌟 Miblart: https://miblart.com/ 🌟 Storytellers Rule the World Show: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdPLFc4z-u1ZlmNYW_MWpigUnabkfr1kn YOU CAN STILL CATCH ALL THE FREE REPLAYS FOR THE 2024 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE👉https://bit.ly/2024-AWC-Playlist ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH HOLLY, H.L. HERNABE! 📸Holly’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/author.hlbernabe/ 📧Holly’s Newsletter: https://hlbernabe.com/author 📗Holly’s Book, By Her Grace: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BTCH8V7Q CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston ▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write ▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write ▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jm.celi.54, YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@authorjmceli, Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jm_celi, Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/jmceli.bsky.social, Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jm_celi ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt #authortube | — | ||||||
| 1/15/25 |  SPTT 081 – Batman & Serial Fiction? J.M. Celi Explains + Our 2025 Goals | Episode 081 Released on: January 15, 2025 Welcome to Season 6 of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast! In our season premiere, we introduce our new co-host, Jamie, author of the gripping Lisa Cooper vampire series and a dark and urban fantasy writer under the pen name J.M. Celi. Jamie shares his unexpected journey into self-publishing, revealing how a now-ending platform, Kindle Vella, sparked his success and how a classic TV series influenced his writing style. We also share our writing goals for 2025, discuss platforms we’re excited to explore, and reveal our wild card ambitions for the year. Join us for a fresh start and inspiring insights for the year ahead! WEBSITES/ITEMS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 🌟 Jamie’s (J.M. Celi) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@authorjmceli 🌟 Jamie’s (J.M. Celi) Website: https://www.jmceli.com/ 🌟 Jamie’s (J.M. Celi) Newsletter: https://www.jmceli.com/newsletter YOU CAN STILL CATCH ALL THE FREE REPLAYS FOR THE 2024 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE👉 https://bit.ly/2024-AWC-Playlist ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston ▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write ▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write ▶Jamie’s (J.M. Celi): Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jm.celi.54, YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@authorjmceli, Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jm_celi, Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/jmceli.bsky.social, Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jm_celi ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
| 12/15/24 |  SPTT 080 – One Last Story Before We Begin Again (Five Seasons, Countless Lessons Learned) | Episode 080 Released on: December 15, 2024 Join us for a bittersweet but celebratory episode as we reflect on five incredible seasons of Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks! In this special farewell episode, we explore the highs and lows of our self-publishing journeys, sharing hard-won lessons about time management, overcoming obstacles, and the crucial importance of self-care. We delve into our biggest accomplishments, biggest struggles, and offer invaluable advice for fellow authors. Discover what we'll take away from this amazing experience and hear what the future holds for each of us. Plus, join us in saying a heartfelt goodbye to Morgan Lee as she embarks on her next chapter. Tune in for inspiration, practical tips, and a celebration of the connections that make the writing journey worthwhile! YOU CAN STILL CATCH ALL THE FREE REPLAYS FOR THE 2024 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE👉 https://bit.ly/2024-AWC-Playlist ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston ▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write ▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write ▶Morgan’s Links: https://linktr.ee/authormorganlee ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt #authortube | — | ||||||
| 11/15/24 |  SPTT 079 – Is Kickstarter Right For You? Get Your Book Selling on Kickstarter | Episode 079 Released on: November 15, 2024 Join Shanon, Rita, and Devon as they delve into “Get Your Book Selling on Kickstarter” by Russell P. Nohelty and Monica Leonelle. Discover how Kickstarter can transform your author career, even if you’ve never considered crowdfunding. This episode explores the book’s key takeaways, including identifying the most beneficial Kickstarter scenarios, leveraging exclusivity, and mastering campaign design, budgeting, and marketing. The authors also discuss the power of psychological triggers in driving sales and address their own biggest questions and concerns about the platform. Whether you’re a Kickstarter novice or a seasoned pro, this discussion will provide valuable insights and inspire you to consider new possibilities for connecting with readers and boosting your book sales. Tune in to learn how Kickstarter can become a powerful tool in your self-publishing arsenal. 🎧WHERE TO FIND THE BOOK FREE IN AUDIO: https://youtu.be/Qwq9wl0blI0 📘WHERE TO FIND THE BOOK TO BUY ONLINE: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Book-Selling-Kickstarter-Profitability-ebook/dp/B09TQ4G5S6 ✨Find out about Kickstarter updates by Russell and Monica since they’ve published this book! 👉 https://www.theauthorstack.com/p/whats-new-on-kickstarter-since-get IMPORTANT LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: 🌟 “Get Your Book Selling on Kickstarter” campaign on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lovelightlioness/kickstarter-for-authors 🌟 2025 Authortube Writing Conference website to find applications and more: https://www.authortubewritingconference.com/ 🌟 Shanon’s first successful Kickstarter campaign: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sdhuston/acurseofscaleandfeathers 🌟 Shanon’s Kickstarter for A Curse of Wings & Gems: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sdhuston/a-curse-of-wings-and-gems 🌟 Shanon’s video about doing Kickstarters: https://youtu.be/CWtWoJzXz_I YOU CAN STILL CATCH ALL THE FREE REPLAYS FOR THE 2024 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE👉 https://bit.ly/2024-AWC-Playlist ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH RITA SLANINA! 🎥 Rita’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RitaSlanina 🌐 Rita’s Website: https://www.ritaslanina.com 📸 Rita’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ritaslanina 🐦 Rita’s Twitter: https://x.com/ritaslanina 📱 Rita’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ritaslanina/ CONNECT WITH DEVON GAMBRELL! 🎥 Devon’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@devongambrell 🌐 Devon’s Website: https://dgambrell.com/ 📘 Devon’s ALL CALL INDIE: https://dgambrell.com/allcallindie/ 💜 Devon’s Social Links: https://dgambrell.com/links/ 📚 Devon’s book The Witch's Crystal: https://books2read.com/u/mgYGGR CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston ▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write ▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write ▶Morgan’s Links: https://linktr.ee/authormorganlee ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
| 10/15/24 |  SPTT 078 – The Art of Editing with The Story Grid | Episode 078 Released on: October 15, 2024 In this episode, four authors dive into Shawn Coyne's book, The Story Grid, a comprehensive editing tool that breaks down the structure of a story to reveal what works and what doesn't. We explore the key analytical tools Coyne introduces, including the Story Grid Spreadsheet and the Five Commandments of Storytelling, and discuss how the book reshapes our approach to editing. We also talk about why understanding genre expectations is essential and agree that this book is especially helpful for writers tackling revisions after completing their first draft. 📘WHERE TO FIND THE BOOK ONLINE: https://store.storygrid.com/books/ IMPORTANT LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE: 🌟 The Story Grid website: https://storygrid.com/ 🌟 Writing into the Dark by Dean Wesley Smith: https://www.amazon.com/Writing-into-Dark-without-Outline/dp/1561466336 🌟 Anatomy of Genres by John Truby: https://www.amazon.com/Anatomy-Genres-Story-Forms-Explain/dp/0374539227 🌟 Shanon’s Kickstarter for A Curse of Wings & Gems: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sdhuston/a-curse-of-wings-and-gems YOU CAN STILL CATCH ALL THE FREE REPLAYS FOR THE 2024 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE👉 https://bit.ly/2024-AWC-Playlist ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH CATHARINA STEEL! 🌐 Catharina’s website: https://catharinasteel.com 📗 Catharina’s Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/catharinasteelauthor/vanishings-the-wythic-wood-mysteries-series-book-one 📸 Catharina’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catharina_steel_author/ 📱 Catharina’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatharinaSteel.Author CONNECT WITH RITA SLANINA! 🎥 Rita’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RitaSlanina CONNECT WITH A ADESHILE! 🎥 Adeshile’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@adeshile.writes CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston ▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write ▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write ▶Morgan’s Links: https://linktr.ee/authormorganlee ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
| 9/15/24 |  SPTT 077 – The Smell of Death & Marketing | Episode 077 Released on: September 15, 2024 On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, join us as we dive into the dark and thrilling world of Jay Darkmoore, a UK bestselling author of horror, crime, and dark fantasy dystopian fiction. In this gripping episode, Jay reveals how his background in crime and investigation lends authenticity to his macabre storytelling, from capturing the unique smell of death to crafting realistic scenarios. Discover the intriguing backstory of his journey into self-publishing, sparked by a creative act of revenge at a dinner party. Jay shares his philosophy on engaging readers, saying that readers are vampires, and they like it when you open your personal wounds and bleed on the page. He also offers valuable marketing insights, particularly on creating effective point-of-view videos for platforms like TikTok and YouTube Shorts. This episode is packed with inspiration and practical advice for authors looking to delve into darker genres and boost their book marketing strategies. WEBSITES/ITEMS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 🌟 Shanon’s Kickstarter for A Curse of Wings & Gems: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sdhuston/a-curse-of-wings-and-gems 🌟 K-lytics Reports: https://k-lytics.com/dap/a/?a=19545 (affiliate link) 🌟 The 1-Page Marketing Plan: Get New Customers, Make More Money, And Stand Out From The Crowd (Lean Marketing Series) by Allan Dib: https://www.amazon.com/1-Page-Marketing-Plan-Customers-Money-ebook/dp/B01B35M3SM 🌟 Catch Ben’s Monthly Monday Writing Sprints: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write YOU CAN STILL CATCH ALL THE FREE REPLAYS FOR THE 2024 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE👉 https://bit.ly/2024-AWC-Playlist ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH JAY DARKMOORE! 🌐 Jay’s website: https://www.jaydarkmooreauthor.com/ 🌴 Jay’s Links: https://linktr.ee/Jaydarkmoore CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston ▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write ▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write ▶Morgan’s Links: https://linktr.ee/authormorganlee ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
| 9/1/24 |  SPTT 076 – Monetizing Stories in the Digital Age: Ream Strategies | Episode 076 Released on: September 1, 2024 On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, join Shanon, Ben, and several guests as we explore the innovative world of Ream, a subscription platform that's reshaping how fiction authors connect with and monetize their readership. We dive into our personal strategies for leveraging Ream's unique features, from offering exclusive content to gamifying the reader experience. Learn how to set up your Ream presence for success, bypass traditional retail barriers, and build direct relationships with your most devoted fans. We also explore the vibrant, supportive Ream community and share insider tips on making the most of this innovative platform. Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, this episode is packed with insights to help you thrive in the evolving landscape of digital publishing. WEBSITES/ITEMS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 🌟 Shanon’s Kickstarter for A Curse of Wings & Gems: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sdhuston/a-curse-of-wings-and-gems 🌟 Ream: https://reamstories.com/ 🌟 Inka York’s episode about Ream on SPTT, Ep. 038: https://youtu.be/mxFrmyWRIuM 🌟 Ben’s Merch: https://my-store-d1a772.creator-spring.com/ 🌟 World Anvil: https://www.worldanvil.com/ 🌟 Ream’s Help Center: https://help.reamstories.com/ 🌟 Ream’s Facebook, “Subscriptions for Authors”: https://www.facebook.com/groups/subscriptionsforauthors 🌟 Ream’s Podcast, “Storytellers Rule the World”: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/podcasthome/ 🌟 Elana Johnson’s Podcast episode with Ream: https://youtu.be/yoXY7U0yUlA FOLLOW EVERYONE’S REAM FOR FREE & GET BONUSES! ✨ Rachel D. Adams, Magical Mischief: https://reamstories.com/magicalmischief ✨ Devon Gambrell, Dark Realms & Portals: https://reamstories.com/devongambrell ✨ Elaine Canyon: https://reamstories.com/elainecanyon ✨ A. Dani, In Luridity: https://reamstories.com/inluridity ✨ Willow Bern: https://reamstories.com/willowbern ✨ Shanon (S.D. Huston): https://reamstories.com/sdhuston YOU CAN STILL CATCH ALL THE FREE REPLAYS FOR THE 2024 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE👉 https://bit.ly/2024-AWC-Playlist ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH RACHEL D. ADAMS! 🌐 Rachel’s website: https://racheldadams.com/ 🎥 Rachel’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RachelDAdams 📧 Rachel’s Aggressively Helpful Writing Advice: https://racheldadams.substack.com/ CONNECT WITH DEVON GAMBRELL! 🌴 Devon’s Links: https://dgambrell.com/links/ 📧 All Call Indie Newsletter: https://allcallindie.substack.com/ 🌐 All Call Indie Website: https://dgambrell.com/allcallindie/ 📗 Buy Devon’s Book: https://books2read.com/The-Witchs-Crystal 📧 Devon’s Newsletter with Free Book: https://bit.ly/TheWitchsCrystal 🎥 Devon’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@devongambrell CONNECT WITH ELAINE CANYON! 📸 Follow Elaine on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/elainecanyon 📧 Sign Up for Elaine's Newsletter! https://subscribepage.io/elainecanyon 📙 Read Love, Ships & Sea Serpents! https://books2read.com/u/b5Y0XR 🎥 Get Author help on Elaine's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@elainecanyon CONNECT WITH A. DANI! 🗨️ A. Dani’s Discord: https://discord.gg/u6rhf33 📸 A. Dani’s World Anvil: https://www.worldanvil.com/w/luridity 🎥 A. Dani’s Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/daniadventures/about 🌐 A. Dani’s Website: https://www.luridity.com CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston ▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write ▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write ▶Morgan’s Links: https://linktr.ee/authormorganlee ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
| 8/15/24 |  SPTT 075 – Romance Tropes, Reinvention, and Marketing Magic | Episode 075 Released on: August 15, 2024 Join us for an enlightening conversation with USA Today Best-selling contemporary romance author Skye Winter. In this episode, Skye shares her journey of changing pen names and navigating the complexities of self-publishing beyond just writing. She offers valuable insights into the importance of romance tropes, dispels common misconceptions about the genre, and provides expert tips on marketing romance books. Skye also opens up about her experience as a writer with disabilities, emphasizing the power of perseverance in the face of challenges. Discover how she maintains her bestselling status while transitioning between pen names. This episode is packed with candid discussions and actionable strategies for success in the competitive world of self-published romance. WEBSITES/ITEMS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 🌟 Shanon’s Kickstarter for A Curse of Wings & Gems: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sdhuston/a-curse-of-wings-and-gems 🌟 Jenna Moreci: https://www.youtube.com/@JennaMoreci 🌟 The Courtney Project: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCourtneyProject 🌟 Diverse Book Designs by Skye Winter: https://diversebookdesigns.com/ 🌟 Love Kissed Book Bargains: https://lovekissedbookbargains.com/ 🌟 Natural Reader: https://www.naturalreaders.com/index.html YOU CAN STILL CATCH ALL THE FREE REPLAYS FOR THE 2024 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE👉 https://bit.ly/2024-AWC-Playlist ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ Thanks for watching and listening! 🔗 ➤ FACEBOOK: Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks: https://www.facebook.com/groups/selfpublishingtipstricks ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH SKYE WINTER! 🅿️ Skye’s Patreon: https://patreon.com/SkyeWinterBooks 🎥 Skye’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@skyewinterbooks 📧 Skye’s Newsletter: https://www.skyewinterbooks.com/newsletter/ 🌐 Skye’s Website: https://skyewinterbooks.com 📸 Skye’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skyewinterbooks/ 💸 Skye’s Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/skyewinterbooks 📱 Skye’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/booksbyskyewinter 🎵 Skye’s TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@skye.winter.books CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston ▶Ben Pick YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write ▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write ▶Morgan Links: https://linktr.ee/authormorganlee ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt | — | ||||||
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