Two Indie Authors

This week, Facebook ads expert Matt Holmes is back on the show, as Rob and David ask him for guidance on testing Facebook ads. Matt is one of the leading experts in the field and this conversation is a MUST listen! They are then joined by the wonderful Samantha Blackwood, who takes time out from her birthday celebrations to answer the 'Seven Questions'. One of the most information packed episodes...

The boys are back for another show, and this week, David sits down with Rob to discuss his strategy for generating incredible readthrough with his series. They discuss everything from back matter to advertising and Rob divulges a number of hints and tips he uses to keep his readers wanting more. They are then joined by the fantastic cosy crime and poetry writer, Geraldine Moorkens Byrne, who share...

This week, David and Rob sit down and go through six tips they use to ensure they are staying productive when it comes to their writing. This isn't about marketing or admin - this is how you can get your words down on the page and get those books written! They are then joined by fantasy author, Mike Hibbert, for the 'Seven Questions' who comes with a promise...he has an answer the boys have NEVER...

This week, David and Rob sit down to discuss ways that independent authors could make a supplementary income by combining opportunities with the skills you might have. It's an interesting discussion, especially for those who are looking to step into the full-time world of writing. They are then joined the spicy romance writer, Lucy Felthouse, who has published over 100 novels, novellas and antholo...

HAPPY EASTER! This week, David has done some digging on the plethora of subscription models available to independent authors, and along with co-host Rob, the duo delve into how they could help your indie author business. They look at the three major platforms - Patreon, Ream and Substack - and weigh up which ones could help generate a fanbase and revenue, and what it would take to make each platfo...

This week, Robert and David sit down to discuss how to devise a marketing strategy for your indie author business, and give six steps to help you get started. It ranges from understanding your audience, to knowing what your next few years look like. Grab a pen and get ready to make some notes. They are then joined on the show by Kerry Law who answers the 'Seven Questions', who has a wealth of know...

A first time ever episode, as indie author Cas Lewis joins the boys for an indie author audit. She has opened up about her indie author career and the struggles she has faced, and David and Rob answer her questions and offer some guidance to turn her career around. Cas then sticks around for the 'Seven Questions', and offers her insights on certain aspects of the industry by drawing on her 12 year...

This week, the boys are discussing the rise of the 'Super Fan' and how cultivating a dedicated fan base can really sky rocket your indie author career. They talk about how they nurture that fandom, the benefits of doing so and some top tips on how to get started. They are then joined by award winning jazz musician turned indie author, Buster Birch, who has the most unique story yet on the 'Seven Q...

This week, David and Rob have a look at their new look 'Seven Questions' and discuss in depth the importance of them and why they feel they had value to the indie author community. They then answer some of them themselves, reflecting on their own answers from 18 months ago. David Thomas joins the duo to answer the 'Seven Questions' himself, offering his own experiences and insights into the indie...

After the panic and outrage caused by the Findaway/Spotify announcement this past week, Rob and David sit down to discuss how truly independent are indie authors and what would it take to achieve complete independence. They are then joined by thriller author, Phil M. Williams, who tackles the 'Seven Questions' all the way from the East Coast of America. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

This week, the guys welcome a huge guest, as the creator of BookFunnel, Damon Courtney joins them on the show. As one of the biggest innovators in the indie author world, Damon has over a decade of experience in the profession, as well as being the brains behind one of the most used pieces of software amongst the indie author community. If you've ever wanted to know what BookFunnel can do for your...

This week, Rob shares his story of a horrible email received from Amazon and the potential impact it could have on his indie author business, leading to a wider discussion about some of the perils of having all of your eggs in the Amazon basket. The boys are then joined by crime writer, Martin Tracey, who brings a wave of positivity to the 'Seven Questions'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

This week, David and Rob are joined by phycological thriller writer, M.R. Mackenzie, who appeared way back on episode 6 to tackle the 'Seven Questions'. Over a year later, M.R. Mackenzie has transformed his indie author business, and he sits down with the Two Indie Authors to discuss what he has done to turn it around, the mindset and mentality he now has, along with the big plans he has put in pl...

This week, celebrated children's author and public speaking expert Alice G. May returns to the show, this time to share an in-depth discussion about speaking at author events and why they can be so beneficial to an indie author's career. Along with David and Rob, she shares some fascinating tips from what to talk about to how to find these events. It's a truly fascinating discussion. Speaking of f...

This week, David and Rob sit down to discuss the six most common mistakes that indie authors make. How do they know? Well, they made them themselves! It's an interesting look at what can impact your author career, and ways to avoid them and ensure you set yourself up for success. Along with an audiobook book based mailbag question, the boys welcome sci-fi author David Wake onto the show to face th...

This week, David had a whole episode planned...before dropping a big decision in his week that was that caused Rob to hijack the show and want to discuss it further. It's worth a deeper discussion, that's for sure! The mail bag is back, as well as the revamped 'Seven Questions' where critically acclaimed author, Lolo Paige joins the boys all the way from Alaska. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...

Happy New Year! 2024 is upon us, and David and Rob sit down to discuss their aspirations for the year ahead. From the growth of the podcast, their writing ambitions as well as what they are going to look at differently this year, this podcast will give you a good insight into the thought processes of the Two Indie Authors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the final show of 2023, and David and Rob sit down to give an honest and open look at their years as independent authors. From their sales figures, incomes and expenses, as well as their highlights and lowlights of the year. It's a fascinating look behind the scenes of their two independent author businesses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the FIRST EVER Two Indie Author Awards, and this week, David and Rob will be revealing the winners of Best Cover, Best Blurb, Best Author Website and Best Branding. All of the nominees were listed in episode 57 and then...they will speak to the winner of the first ever TIA Author of the Year...without them even knowing it! It's a way to thank the indie author community and celebrate not only...

This week, Rob and David sit down to discuss narrative styles. The boys love discussing their craft and they delve into the decisions authors have to make to ensure their stories are told in the best possible way. First person or third person? What tense to use? Why do they fit certain genres? It's a great discussion that gets into the mind of two authors and how they approach their work. They are...

A very special episode this week, as David and Rob sit down to announce the shortlist for the inaugural Two Indie Authors Awards for 2023. Four nominees for four categories, and the duo give their reasonings for why these incredible authors deserve to be nominated ahead of the awards later in December. They are then joined by friend of the show and Ream co-founder, Emilia Rose, who tackles the 'Se...

This week, Robert and David sit down and discuss why David's new novella series hasn't hit the ground running compared to the first book, Whatever Happened To Betsy Blake? That book was an international smash hit, and in an open and honest conversation, the Two Indie Authors dissect what could be the issues and how David can rectify them. They are then joined by psychological thriller author, AA A...

This week, the duo are joined by authors Emilia Rose and Michael Evans, who are the creators of Ream, an author focused subscription platform that helps authors build their own subscription platform with their readers. As independent authors, maximising our revenue streams is crucial and both Emilia and Michael share their experiences along with what Ream does that other platforms don't along with...

David and Rob have another six tips for you and this week, it's how to cultivate a fan base. They touch upon previous episodes they have recorded, but this week, they lay out the blue print of how you can implement these tips into building a loyal readership to help build your indie author career. They are then joined by award winning, cosy crime author Dawn Brookes, who offers a fascinating insig...

The boys are back from their break and this week, they are discussing how to get your paperback books on the shelves of bookstores. Rob and David go through all the steps you need to not only have a book that is fit for the shops, but also how to go about making the connections to get them stocked. They also discuss whether the whole process is worth the workload. They are then joined by the brill...