Two Indie Authors

With the Two Indie Authors taking very different paths to success, this week, David and Rob discuss the pros and cons of writing standalone novels and writing a series. The differences with the creativity, marketing and anxiety are stark, and both men get under the hood of how they have approached it. The fantastic Caimh McDonnell stops by to tackle the 'Seven Questions' and sheds some fascinating...

David and Rob celebrate six months of the podcast this week, by discussing how to price your books. It's a tricky topic to handle, and both of the guys offer honest and frank assessments of how they price their books, the decisions they've made and a few tips to make sure you are not leaving money on the table. The wonderful Jane Buckley joins the duo from her holiday in Cyprus, to tackle the 'Sev...

The boys are back for their third and final part of their deep dive into the world of marketing. After taking a look at Facebook and Amazon ads over the past few weeks, Rob and David discuss the other ways you can market your books and maximise sales. Later in the show, Mary T. Bradford joins them from Ireland to tackle the 'Seven Questions.' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...

David and Rob continue their trilogy of marketing deep dives, and this week, they head into the murky waters of Amazon Ads. Although it's not something either of them have perfected, they offer a fascinating look into how they use the platform as well as offer tips on how they have gotten it to work. Also, they are joined by crime writer, Duncan Robb, for another round of the 'Seven Questions'. Ho...

In the first of a trilogy about marketing, David and Rob go under the hood of Facebook marketing. From discussing images and copy, to targeting and scaling, the Two Indie Authors offer up a whole catalogue of hints and tips to get your marketing ticking and your books selling. Get your pen and pad ready! Later on in the show, time-travel author, Ivan Wainewright joins the duo to face the 'Seven Qu...

The boys are back for another week, this time discussing mailing lists. Admittedly, David and Rob both feel they could do more with their mailing lists, as they honestly walk through how to start building one and why it is so important. Another indie author hops into the 'Seven Question' hot seat, as the duo are joined by historical fiction author, Dale Hurst, for another interesting look into the...

We're not talking fashion this week. Instead, David and Rob discuss the many hats they wear whilst running their indie author business, and what is needed to ensure you are on top of all the things you need to consider. Don't worry, as always, they offer some expert advice and handy tips. Romance author, Amanda J. Evans joins the duo for the 'Seven Questions', offering some pearls of wisdom from h...

David and Rob delve into their respective journeys on how they became full time authors, and offer some wise words and useful tips on how to write a book whilst also holding down a full time job. Get your pens ready! Thriller writer, Luke Richardson also joins the duo for the 'Seven Questions', offering some brilliant insight into his life as an indie author! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Back again for another week, Rob and David tackle the topic of finding and building your audience, which is a key part of your indie author business. Also, Kindle #1 best selling thriller writer, AJ Wills stops by to tackle the 'Seven Questions'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David and Rob sit down this week to discuss the pros and cons of both self publishing and traditional publishing, offering honest and fair views of both sides of the publishing coin. Multi-million selling indie author, Jean Grainger joins the duo to tackle the 'Seven Questions' and treats the listeners to her fascinating journey to success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

The Two Indie Authors sit down to discuss how they craft their novels from the point of forming the idea all the way to sending it off to their editors. Joining Rob and David for the 'Seven Questions' this week is the incredible crime thriller author, Rhys Dylan and...could Rob be treating us to another song? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Two Indie Authors are back for another weekly talking point, as David and Rob delve into the world of Amazon categories and Rob gives a detailed walkthrough of how to get your books in the right categories to maximise your sales. Miriam Drori also joins the duo all the way from Israel to tackle the 'Seven Questions'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After both recently released new books, Robert and David discuss how they launch their books, including what they prepare in advance, what they focus on as well as providing the listeners with a five point plan to ensure their launch goes smoothly. In the 'Seven Questions' hot seat this week, is holiday themed author, Victoria Bradleigh, who joins the duo from Baltimore and gives some fascinating...

After Robert shares an anecdote about dealing with negativity, he and David go one step further and talk about the mindset they have adopted to become full time independent authors, tackling all things from approaching technology to establishing a consistent work ethic. Time-travel author, Adrian Cousins stops by to take on the 'Seven Questions' and discusses the phenomenal success he has achieved...

David and Robert are back, feeling refreshed and optimistic about the year ahead. Infact, they discuss their plans for the podcast, writing and what they hope to achieve in 2023. They are also joined by the incredible crime thriller writer, Sally Rigby, who is the first author to face their "Seven Questions" in 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, David and Robert look back over the year of 2022 and discuss their total sales, income, highlights and lowlights of the entire calendar year. It being so close to Christmas, they decided not to drag another author in for questioning. Aren't they lovely? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David and Rob discuss branding this week, and how important it is to not only create a consistent one, but a brand that resonates with yourself. Time-travel mystery writer, Rosalind Tate joins the duo for their 'Seven Questions', and does Rob have a Christmas gift for the listeners? You'd better listen and find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David calls in from Dublin this week, as he and Rob have an in-depth discussion about writing blurbs, why they are important and give some top tips on how to create your own book selling blurbs. Crime thriller author, Catherine Yaffe tackles the "Seven Questions" hot seat, with some phenomenal insight into digital marketing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our first ever take over episode, Rob and David are joined by Lee Beddow, narrator of over 50 audio books including Rob's Sam Pope series. They pick his brains to gain some intriguing insight into the production and importance of audio books, as well as gaining some fantastic tips on how to get the ball rolling. Best-selling author Carrie Magillen is in the hot seat for the 'Seven Questions' an...

This week, David and Robert discuss how getting the front and back of your books streamlined can help you generate sales and also build a loyal readership. Get ready to make some notes! Action thriller writer Stephen Taylor joins them in the hot seat for the 'Seven Questions' and offers some incredible insight on his experience as an independent author. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

This week our resident data nerd, Rob, gives us a fascinating look at how using the data available to independent authors can help boost your marketing as he and David discuss the numbers that truly matter in running a successful, independent author business. In the "Seven Questions" hot seat this week, is critically acclaimed crime thriller novelist, MR MacKenzie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

Robert and birthday boy, David discuss the cost of self publishing and how much they spend on getting their books ready for market as well as some top tips on how to save some money along the way. Also, USA Best Selling author, Claire C. Riley stops by for a mind blowing Seven Questions...so good, it left Rob speechless (if you can believe that!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...

This week, Rob and David discuss the benefits of being their own publishers after reading a Facebook post that rocked the indie publishing world. Also, they are joined by best selling crime author, Tony J. Forder who offers some incredible wisdom as he tackles their seven questions. This is a must listen for all authors! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our Two Indie Authors, David & Robert, discuss how they write their books, covering everything from how to get started, how to deal with distractions and what they struggle with most. International best-selling author AP Bateman also stops by for the weekly Seven Questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, David & Robert discuss how they have successfully marketed their books, what hasn’t gone well along the way and what they hope to achieve in the future. The special guest in the Seven Questions hot seat is our very own Robert Enright…this should be fun! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.