The Rebel Author Podcast

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...

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 Apple Kobo Amazon UK Amazon USA ***this sh...

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...

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 Gir...

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 Apple Kobo Amazon UK Amazon USA ***this show uses affiliate links Fin...

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 Micha...

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:...

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  Apple Kobo A...

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 list...

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 Apple Kobo Amazon UK Amazon USA ***this show uses affiliate links...

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 Apple Kobo Amazon UK Amazon USA ***this show uses affilia...

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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 Apple Kobo Amazon UK Amazon USA ***this show uses affilia...

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 Apple Kobo Amazon UK Amazon USA ***this show uses affiliate links Links I mentioned: 13 Steps to Evil: How to Craf...

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 Apple Kobo Amazon UK Amazon USA ***this show uses affiliate links Find out more ab...

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 li...

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 Kobo Amazon Quit by Annie Duke Kobo Amazon Relentless by Tim...

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 ***this show use...

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 Amazon UK Amazon USA ***th...

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  ...

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 li...

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 Apple Kobo Amazon UK Amazon USA ***this show uses affiliate links Links I mentioned: Sacha’s Black Friday Discounts, use code BLACKFRIDAY30 Books...

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 Apple Kobo Amazon UK Amazon USA ***this show uses affilia...

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 Apple Kobo Amazon UK Amazon USA ***this show uses affiliate links Links/E...

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 Apple Kobo Amazon UK Amazon USA ***this show uses affiliate links Find out more about Beth on: Instagram Author Website Do What Yo...