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The Rebel Author Podcast

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A motivational show for all the creatives out there with an inner rebel. Listen for interviews, industry news, tips, tricks and tools to help you take your creative business to the next level.
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: How to pivot successfully Fiction vs. nonfiction author business structure Creating multiple streams of income The neuroscience behind memorable messages Lessons learned from TV writing and producing Find out more about Aurora: Kickstarter for Magic, Mystery and the Multiverse Linktree Magic, Mystery and…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What is LitRPG and how it differs from fantasy Major craft pillars of LitRPG Elements of worldbuilding to focus on Creating game mechanics, rules, and in-game quests Common business models for LitRPG authors Links I mentioned: Storygarden Summit March 19 - 22 Find out more about Michael: Order The Four H…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What is the enneagram and how to use it as writers Motivation and why it doesn’t always look right How to pursue what you want What rest and resilience look like for different enneagram types Manifesting as a way of getting control Links I mentioned: Storygarden Summit March 19 - 22 Find out more about C…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Why audio is important Trends for audiobook publishing in 2024 How Podium works with indie authors Tips for marketing audiobooks Choosing a narrator Links I mentioned: House of Crimson Hearts is out now! Find out more about Kate: Podium Audio Rebel of the Week is: Donn (link to potty-mouthed parrots stor…
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Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number eighteen between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode eighteen. 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 …
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What is Kickstarter? Incorporating Kickstarter into your business model Common mistakes with Kickstarter Driving traffic to your Kickstarter page Rewards, add ons, and stretch goals The timeline - set up, marketing, fulfillment Links I mentioned: Kickstarter: Special Edition NSFW Lesbian Vampire Romance …
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What is queer joy Elements of the opposites attract trope Worldbuilding for contemporary romance Writing relatable characters The importance of author community Links I mentioned: Kickstarter: Special Edition NSFW Lesbian Vampire Romance Hardcover – House of Crimson Hearts Preorder House of Crimson Heart…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: How running a business is like being a parent Why write a nonfiction book? Staying resilient while running a business Tips for writing humorously Improving your copywriting Links I mentioned: Kickstarter: Special Edition NSFW Lesbian Vampire Romance Hardcover - House of Crimson Hearts Preorder House of C…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Highlights from Written Word Media’s 2023 author survey Indie author business structures What is meant by MVP books Community building and author branding AI predictions and how it affects authors Making your business more sustainable Prose in the Market Webinar Information: I am running three session ti…
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Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number seventeen between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode seventeen. 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 a…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Important elements of author planning Overwhelm (both caused and relieved by planning) Goal setting and organizing Planning tips for parents and carers Creating and printing planners Prose in the Market Webinar Information: I am running three session times to try and accommodate as many timezones as I ca…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Common tropes of the horror genre Lessons learned from acting in and directing horror films The major pillars of horror writing Craft tips for eliciting a fear emotion response Marketing advice for horror writers Prose in the Market Webinar Information: I am running three session times to try and accommo…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What is the “why choose” genre Keeping characters unique in a large cast Writing interconnected romantic relationships Crafting hooks and marketing for reverse harem Tools and tricks for writing quickly Prose in the Market Webinar Information: I am running three session times to try and accommodate as ma…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Creating an author-based marketing plan Boosting engagement on socials Finding your author voice, style, and brand Making yourself more human in the age of AI Mindset shift for self-promotion Links I mentioned: A Game of Hearts and Heists Audiobook Prose in the Market Webinar Information: I am running th…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Platforms for selling a multitude of products direct Creating your own book boxes Sourcing products and artwork Marketing your direct store Creating high quality books Prose in the Market Webinar Information: I am running three session times to try and accommodate as many timezones as I can (more on this…
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Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number sixteen between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron episode sixteen. 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…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Story hypothesis and how it connects to theme Max-Neef’s nine needs Developing the journey of a character through theme Raising stakes and conflict Key scenes to embed theme in your story Prose in the Market Webinar Information: I am running three session times to try and accommodate as many timezones as…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Systems and structures to write faster Planning needed to write four books a year Why accountability works Lessons learned from selling direct Directing readers to your store Prose in the Market Webinar Information: I am running three session times to try and accommodate as many timezones as I can (more …
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Craft and business lessons from launching a series Creating and utilizing street teams successfully Using outreach to boost your launches Maintaining momentum between launches Streamlining the production of a series Prose in the Market Webinar Information: I am running three session times to try and acco…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Tools and software for selling direct Driving traffic to your Shopify store Lessons learned from selling direct Admin involved in having your own store Using social media to promote your store Find out more about Adam: Instagram @Northern_writer TikTok @a.p_beswick_author Author Store Rebel of the Week i…
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Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number fifteen between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode fifteen. 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…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Writing a children’s book from concept to completion Working with illustrators and translators Creating a high quality product The business side of back matter Creating clarity in your work Find out more about Holger: Author Website The Wrong Planet Rebel of the Week is: Anonymous If you’d like to be a R…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Personal development books Choosing what to read next Starting a new reading habit Reading effectively and taking notes 11-step method for success Find out more about Nick: Rise of the Reader Nick's Website BookThinkers DM Nick at instagram.com/bookthinkers for personalized book recommendation Rebel of t…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Writing about gender equality and women’s issues Choosing which messages to refine in your book Managing the emotional toll of writing sensitive topics Character development in feminist storytelling Using accessible language This week’s question is: what are you asking Santa for christmas? Recommendation…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Planning as an indie author Maker, manager and marketeer How to plan for 2024 What being a good publisher means Knowing what to measure This week’s question is: who or what is inspiring or motivating you at the moment? Recommendation of the week is: The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch Apple Kobo Amaz…
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Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number fourteen between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron episode fourteen. 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 …
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What does “editing for clarity” mean How to write with more clarity Developing self-editing skills When to use sensory details How PWA can help with clarity and sensory detail This week’s question is: What's the most valuable lesson you've learned from a creative failure or mistake? Recommendation of the…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: How to leverage folklore in your narrative Using folklore as the basis of a fictional story Translating folklore into modern story Incorporating folklore without appropriating cultures Famous works that draw from folklore and mythology This week’s question is: what do you do for fun that isn’t reading, w…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Writing about taboo and controversial topics Educating readers through your work Working with sensitivity readers Setting and managing sales expectations Navigating genre expectations This week’s question is: what one book do you want to read before the year is out? Recommendation of the week is: Story H…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What the shadow is and its importance for writers Identifying shadow elements How to know if you’re tapping into the shadows Capitalizing on your shadow in the age of AI Shadow in a character’s back story and relationships This week’s question is: what are you going to complete in the final quarter of th…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Business differences with middle grade fiction Marketing middle grade fiction How to engage with your audience Advice for in-person events Creating dialogue that resonates with younger readers This week’s question is: Tell me about a skill/party trick you have that would surprise people Recommendation of…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The four different types of series How to plan when writing a series Series arcs and what plot points they need Keeping later books engaging What to put in a series bible This week’s question is: What part of story do you find hardest to write and why? Recommendation of the week is: Diary of a CEO by Ste…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: TikTok basics Ratio of engaging posts vs. promotional posts Content creation ideas Capitalising on hype mode and content foraging Using lives to help your launches This week’s question is: Do you believe in the idea of a "muse" or do you think writing is purely a discipline? Recommendation of the week is…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The importance of setting in romance Romance subplot pacing Using a romance subplot to enhance the main plot Improving your writing using the senses Romance subplot for character development This week’s question is: where do you write? Recommendation of the week is: Rebel Folklore: Empowering Tales of Sp…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The importance of having a system Balancing creative work and parenting Techniques for the writing/publishing process Streamlining your process with digital tools Community building as an author parent This week’s question is: What fictional world would you like to visit most and why? Recommendation of t…
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Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number thirteen between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode thirteen. 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 …
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What the creator economy is Community building vs. writing books How to authentically monetize our community Expanding revenue streams with author-owned brands Recovering from burnout This week’s question is: What are you struggling with in your author business right now? Recommendation of the week is: A…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: How fan-backed film development works Developing an indie series into a movie Creating contacts for character research Writing characters who are different from us Creating rich settings This week’s question is: what’s the best writing conference or event you’ve been to? Recommendation of the week is: Sm…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What is the Amazon Kindle Storyteller Award Marketing tips to sell more books on Amazon Advice for first-time authors publishing through Amazon KDP The algorithm and how to make it work for you Upcoming trends to pay attention to This week’s question is: What’s the best TED talk you’ve watched? Recommend…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Overview of planning a novel Filling our creative wells Tips for brainstorming How to approach world building Things to consider before starting a series This week’s question is: Tell me the last thing you did for pure joy Recommendation of the week is: You Are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero App…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The difference between dialogue and exposition Making dialogue shine in the four parts of a scene Developing character voice Letting emotion influence dialogue The four types of characters This week’s question is: recommend me a podcast Recommendation of the week is: Existential Kink by Carolyn Elliot Ap…
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Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twelve between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode twelve. 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 r…
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A big thank you to all of my lovely patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablackΑπό τον The Rebel Author Podcast
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: How to self audit your marketing The importance of attention in the AI age Marketing structures for author brand discovery How to retain readers Value extraction strategies This week’s question is: what’s the last book that blew you away? Recommendation of the week is: The Diplomat (Netflix) Find out mor…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Advice for cowriting The journey from indie to traditional publishing Tips for working with agents Lessons learned about writing and business from the trad pathway Worldbuilding and combining cultural experience with genre expectations This week’s question is: how do you rest? Recommendation of the week …
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Mistakes creatives make with their time How to be better at saying no Dealing with self-sabbotage Voice creation What the infinite game is and how to play it better This week’s question is: what book has been on your TBR forever but you keep putting off? Recommendation of the week is: Dark Lover by J.R. …
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Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number eleven between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode eleven. 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 r…
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Cardio for the mind Discipline and self-imposed deadlines How to be a fan of yourself Combatting fear Mental toughness and building resilience This week’s question is: what are you doing that’s exciting this summer? Recommendation of the week is: Delilah Green Doesn’t Care by Ashley Herring Blake Apple K…
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Episode Show Notes: In this episode we cover: How to start selling direct Tools and software for selling direct Common mistakes when selling directly from your website Strategies for driving traffic to your site Pricing for direct sales This week’s question is: are you on track with goals this year? Recommendation of the week is: A Game of Romance …
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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Lessons learned during the writing journey Rebranding a series Audience building and marketing focus Moving into adjacent genres Using TikTok to help sell books This week’s question is: What do you want readers to feel when they read your books? Recommendation of the week is: The Cruel Prince series by H…
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