Welcome to Alchemy for Authors! If you’re an author, aspiring author, writer or wordsmith, you’re in the right place. Join Gothic and Ghost Fiction author Jo Buer as she explores best practices for supercharging writing lives and author careers. With an emphasis on manifestation and mindset, you’ll learn actionable steps to overcome writer’s block and imposter syndrome, get your butt in the chair and your stories written, while setting aside your ‘starving artist’ mentality, and so much more ...
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Keith Mills, founder of the Finish More Music system, reveals the creative strategies and mindsets he teaches to thousands of music producers so you can write more and better music, ready to release and share with the world. Discover workflow hacks to speed up your writing process, mindset approaches to overcome avoidance, procrastination and perfectionism, and compositional techniques to help you take your underground dance music productions to the next level.
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For those who have a book trapped in their soul screaming to come out.
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Helping indie authors successfully write, market, & self-publish their books and make a living with their writing. In this show, Ella interviews successful authors who share their best writing, marketing, and mindset secrets. You'll hear from them about topics such as making time to write, tools to succeed as an indie author, exactly what steps they took to achieve their self-publishing success.
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We’re fighting back against writer’s block! Every week, co-hosts Lizzy and Hazel try out a new piece of writing advice--from saying affirmations to writing drunk--and then discuss how the one-week challenges have affected their inspiration, productivity and creativity. Join in with the challenges and learn what helps and hinders your writing!
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Your Creative Push is the daily podcast that pushes YOU to pursue your creative passion. Every week, Youngman Brown interviews artists, musicians, writers, photographers, graphic designers, and other inspirational creative individuals in an attempt to get them to inspire you to put aside your excuses and START DOING WORK. Each artist opens up to YOU, revealing the things that hold THEM back on a daily basis, and how they FIGHT THROUGH IT. They then give you one final push, in an attempt to m ...
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Pivoting & Sustainability in Your Author Career with Troy Lambert
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode, I chat with bestselling author and Plot Dude, Troy Lambert. Troy shares his own recent experiences with pivoting and gives advice on how to utilise pivoting to create a sustainable author career. Some of the other topics we discuss include: · Why writing is the easiest job in the world to…
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The 4 Pillars of Author Success with Emma Dhesi
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode, I chat with bestselling author and book coach, Emma Dhesi. Emma shares with us the 4 Pillars of Author Success: Awareness, Acceptance, Growth, and Fun. We discuss how these pillars can make themselves known in all areas of our writing, publishing, and marketing journeys, and how we can us…
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Behind the Scenes of 'Between: A Gothic Novella'
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s solo episode, I share a personal update on what actions I’m taking to align myself with being a healthy author, and I reflect on how I came to write my gothic novella, Between. I also read an excerpt from Between and challenge you to trust that your words have purpose and your stories have a place…
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! Are you roadworthy as an author? Are you set up to go the distance with your author career? In this week’s solo episode, I reflect on changes I need to make in all areas of my life to set myself up for a sustainable, joyful author career. I share the questions I’ve been asking myself around procrastination, my h…
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s solo episode, I discuss how I use Writer’s Notebooks to collect inspiration and pay attention to the stories all around us. In the intro I share a brief personal update about my writing plans for the next sixteen months. Resources mentioned in this episode: · Leuchtturm 1917 Notebooks: https://www…
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Marketing with Testimonials & Romanticising Your Writing Life with Lyda McLallen
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I interview marketing and PR specialist, and the owner of Talk Plus Tell, Lyda McLallen. Some topics we discuss include: · Lyda’s number one strategy for increasing book sales. · Why saying “Buy my book” might be costing you sales. · Lyda’s advice for sourcing testimonials for your books. …
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s solo episode, I chat about why many of us avoid writing or look for permission to write. I also share tips around how we can move forward and write anyway. Find Julia Cameron's book, The Right to Write, here: https://juliacameronlive.com/books-by-julia/the-right-to-write/ If you enjoyed this episo…
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I interview author and Book Marketing Coach, Heidi McIntyre about her debut novel Sea Magic and tips and tricks for marketing your book. Some topics we discuss include: · How marketing produce helped Heidi start her writing career. · How to balance writing with marketing. · Seven common mi…
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s solo episode, I ask you to question what type of boss you are when running your author business. Are you a good boss, or are you a bad boss self-sabotaging your author success? The answer might surprise you! Other episodes mentioned in this episode: Episode 74: Go Creative Planning with Orna Ross …
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Writing Lessons From A Centenarian with Babette Hughes
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I interview author and centenarian, Babette Hughes, about writing later in life, and her new book, Lessons in Evil. We also discuss: · Why Babette waited until her eighties to become a published author. · Why we should rewrite the narrative around aging. · How Babette came to write Lessons…
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Ghostwriting, Memoirs, & Hybrid Publishing with Amanda Edgar
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I interview award-winning author and CEO of Page and Podium Press, Dr Amanda Nell Edgar. Along with chatting about ghostwriting, writing memoirs, and hybrid publishing, some of the topics we discuss include: · What exactly are hybrid memoirs. · The key to knowing whether you’re ready to wr…
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Inspired Action, Imposter Syndrome, & Stealing From Real Life with Jo Buer
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I share an interview I did on the Author Revolution Podcast with Carissa Andrews in December 2023. We discuss a myriad of topics including: · How taking inspired action has helped my author career and my podcast. · The benefits of genre hopping. · Cats!!! · How to fill the creative well by…
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FMM 206- The bigger the breakthrough....
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So we are deep into a story together… A story of the darkest must tumultuous time in my life. A time that almost ended me. And now things are about to get very, very weird, It starts with an event that spiralled me into panic followed by multiple appointments with the UK’s top specialists. And then there was a flash of intuition from my mentor that…
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Kickstarter & Starting Over with Martha Carr
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I interview urban fantasy author Martha Carr about Kickstarter and starting over in her author career. Some of the topics we discuss include: · How Martha went from being a prolific traditionally published author to starting over as an indie author with just one book in her backlist. · Why…
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FMM 205 - The Bigger the Breakdown... Part II
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I interview award-winning podcaster, creative entrepreneur, and bestselling author, Joanna Penn, about her wonderful new book, Writing the Shadow: Turn Your Inner Darkness into Words. Joanna gives advice on how to recognize your Shadow Self and how we can use it to not only become better w…
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FMM 204- The bigger the breakdown....
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WE… ARE … BACK! Hello, It’s been a while! 18 months to be precise. After 4 years of never missing a beat and recording an episode of the podcast every single week…We suddenly disappeared. Why? It’s a big question and it deserves a big answer. In this podcast, I will share with you the reason why I and the podcast disappeared. Fair warning: it may b…
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Money Magic & Mindset with Lee Savino
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I interview USA Today bestselling author of over 69 romance novels, and Money Magic co-founder, Lee Savino. We chat about all things manifestation and mindset, and her brilliant book, Adventures With The Universe. Other topics we discuss include: · How a hypnotherapist helped Lee change he…
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Welcome to Minisode 4 of Alchemy for Authors! In this short episode I share my reflection on my recent bout of burnout and overwhelm, and how rest really can make us more productive and creative. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer…
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Travel Writing, Photography, & Being a Multi-Passionate Creative with Jeremiah Gilbert
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I chat with award winning photographer and travel writer, Jeremiah Gilbert. Jeremiah shares tips and advice for writing non-fiction and including photography in your books, as well as creative practices that can help boost your creativity. Other topics we discuss include: · The role the pa…
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The Sustainable Author Career with Claire Taylor
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I chat with humour and mystery author, Enneagram consultant for creatives and the owner of FFS Media, Claire Taylor. We talk about all things Enneagram, her new book Sustain Your Author Career, and how you can become a liberated writer. Other topics we discuss include: · Why it’s so import…
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I chat with international bestseller, award-winning author, and founder of the Alliance of Independent Authors, Orna Ross. Orna shares all about her Go Creative Planning program and how it can bring you closer to your author goals. Other topics we discuss include: · The importance and will…
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Welcome to Minisode 3 of Alchemy for Authors! In this short episode I share my thoughts around recalibrating your author career when you feel like you’ve gone off course or not made any progress at all. Enrol in the 12-week Millionaire Author Manifestation Course here. Remember to use the promo code ALCHEMY to get 30% off when you enrol. If paying …
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Writing & Marketing a Non-Fiction Book with Rick Nuske
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I chat with host of the My Future Business Show, and author of Welcome To The Show 1.0: The Complete Podcasting System For Your Business, Rick Nuske. Topics we discuss include: · How Rick overcame his fear and wrote his first book. · The structuring method Rick used to organise his non-fic…
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Minisode 2: Courage Comes Before Confidence
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Welcome to Minisode 2 of Alchemy for Authors! In this short episode I share my thoughts around taking action towards your goals and dreams, and why courage MUST come before confidence. Enrol in the Millionaire Author Challenge beginning February 5th 2024 here. *Remember to use the code MAC2024 to join the challenge for just $27* Enrol in the 12-wee…
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Manifestation & Hypnosis for Authors with Carissa Andrews & Tammy Tyree
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I chat with two amazing return guests, Carissa Andrews and Tammy Tyree, about all things manifestation, and how to use hypnosis to reach your author goals and create an author life you love! Other topics we discuss include: · How to cut through the crap we tell ourselves about ourselves, a…
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Welcome to Minisode 1 of Alchemy for Authors! In this short episode I share my thoughts around Author Envy: what it is, what it’s trying to tell us, and how it might just be a sign that what we desire is closer than we think. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https…
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The Holistic Tooth Fairy’s Success Tips for Kickstarter with Meliors Simms
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I chat with the Holistic Tooth Fairy and author, Meliors Simms, about writing, publishing, crowdfunding, and of course, oral health. Some of the topics we discuss include: · How traumatising dental experiences led her to become the Holistic Tooth Fairy and set her on the path of self-publi…
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Manifestation Practices for the New Year
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors and Happy New Year! In this solo episode I share some of the manifestation practices I use to get clear on my writing goals, and set myself up for an inspired and successful writing year. Some of the topics I discuss include: · Why the Law of Attraction won’t work without Action. · Why not getting what you want i…
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Lessons From The Classroom For Writers
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this solo episode I share a look at my day-job as a teacher and the lessons I’ve learnt that impact upon my writing life. Some of the topics I discuss include: · How writing Fan-Fiction can make you a better writer. · How to move beyond just using the Hero’s Journey as a plotting device, but also how to use i…
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Demystifying Mental Health Through Fiction with Charlotte Lobb
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode I talk with New Zealand author, Charlotte Lobb, about her writing process, publishing experience, and her debut novel, Hannah and Huia. Other topics we discuss include: · How three words in the middle of the night – sun, rain, bye-bye – was the catalyst for Charlotte’s debut novel. · Why Charlott…
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode I talk with author, Pat Backley, about finding your passion and writing books later in life. Other topics we discuss include: · Why it’s never too late to start writing! · How the end of a marriage and a COVID lockdown was the catalyst for her pursuing her author dreams. · How writing a book, no …
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Writing Crime Fiction with Stephen Johnson
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode I talk with crime fiction author, Stephen Johnson, about his books, his writing process, and where he gets his ideas. Other topics we discuss include: · Why Stephen considers himself an accidental author. · How the game ‘Killer’ became the seed of an idea for his first novel. · How Stephen's prev…
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this solo episode I share my personal writing process, tips and tricks I use to get my books written, and how I possibly make things harder than they need to be. Other topics I discuss include: · How I navigate writing a book with ADHD. · How to not be overwhelmed by the “shoulds”! · Why hyper-focus is my sup…
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FMM203- Brad Bizjack: Rewire Your Mind For Success
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Discover how to escape being stuck with the same cycling thought patterns that keep you living in the past so that you can set yourself up for success in music and every other area of your life. The reason why people use time as an excuse. ‘I don’t have enough time’, ‘I’ve wasted to much time and I’m running out of time’ - and how to dispel the lie…
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Going Indie & Selling Locally with Johanna M. Rae
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode I talk with New Zealand author and Ages of Pages book fair coordinator, Johanna M. Rae, about going Indie and selling locally. Other topics we discuss include: · Why Johanna left traditional publishing for Indie publishing. · Why developing your author platform is so important, particularly if yo…
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From Journalist to Novelist in New Zealand with Kelley Tantau
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode I talk with New Zealand journalist and debut author, Kelley Tantau, about her new book The Runaway Man and her journey to publication. Topics we discuss include: · How a dream led to what will be a three-book series. · How Kelley deals with feedback and critique, and why developing a thick skin i…
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Writing Book Blurbs with Jessie Cunniffe
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode, I talk with book blurb coach, Jessie Cunniffe. Topics we discuss include: · How Jessie went from being a music teacher to a book blurb expert. · Why so many authors find blurb writing hard. · Why a book blurb is NOT a summary of your book! · The four things a reader is looking for in your blurb.…
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AI Enhanced Plotting & Selling Direct with Carissa Andrews
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode, I talk with best-selling author, CEO of Author Revolution, Millionaire Author Coach, and repeat guest, Carissa Andrews. Topics we discuss include: · Why Carissa made the move from WordPress to Shopify, and why it’s triggered her “happy bookseller heart!" · Why Carissa’s pulling her books from KU…
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Writing in the Real Moments & Imposter Syndrome
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! Happy 60th episode! In this episode I share a personal reflection on some of the events that took place over the last week, including grieving a loved one and niggling imposter syndrome. I also discuss: · How I navigate the writing life when life throws a curve ball. · My hidden insecurities around being an Indi…
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Writing Retreats & Story Intimacy with David Rocklin
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode, I chat with author, book coach, and writing retreat host, David Rocklin. Some of the topics we discuss in this episode include: · Why David’s drawn to hosting writing retreats and what’s in store for you if you join his writing retreat in France in 2024. · Why being a part of a writing community…
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Author Alignment & the Enneagram with Claire Taylor
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode, I chat with prolific author and Enneagram consultant for creatives, Claire Taylor. Some of the topics we cover in this episode include: · What it means to be an aligned author and how to become one. · How the Enneagram can be used to create a sustainable author career than minimizes burnout. · H…
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Behind the Scenes of Hades's Haunt
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! To celebrate the upcoming release of my first paranormal cozy, I’m taking you behind the scenes of the creation of Hades’s Haunt. As an additional treat, I’m also sharing with you the first two chapters. Topics I discuss on this episode include: · How genre-hopping saved me from writing burnout. · The emotional …
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Spirits, Past-lives, Hypnosis & Writing with Tammy Tyree
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode, I chat with distinguished author and Clinical Hypnotherapist Tammy Tyree about her memoir Dead Men Still Snore, and the spiritual journey that led to its creation. Other things Tammy talks about on this episode include: · How an accident that took her husband’s life sparked an award-winning memo…
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode, I chat with 7-figure, bestselling author Renee Rose about her book Write to Riches, and how to utilise the power of Manifestation and the Law of Attraction to create a successful and abundant author career. Other things we discuss on this episode include: · How Fifty Shades of Grey gave Renee’s …
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Overcoming Overwhelm as an Indie Author
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! This week I have a solo episode for you where I talk all about overcoming overwhelm as an Indie Author. Some things I share are: · Why getting clear on your ‘Writing Why’ and your values is essential for minimising overwhelm. · The power of Pareto’s Law to direct us towards where to spend our time and energy, an…
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode, I chat with return guest, author, and book coach, Emma Dhesi. To celebrate the release of Emma’s first non-fiction book, Launch Pad: The Countdown to Writing Your Book, we'll be talking about all aspects of writing a book, from the physical craft of conjuring an amazing story, to advice, tips an…
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Making a Living as an Author with Troy Lambert
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode, I chat with return guest, prolific author, freelance writer, book editor, and all-round cool guy, Troy Lambert. Troy shares the ups and downs of his journey towards making a living as a full-time author, as well as offering solid advice for you to do the same. He also shares: · How a motorcycle …
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Connection, Optimism, & Publishing Wide with Mark Leslie Lefebvre
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode, I talk with author and book industry expert, Mark Leslie Lefebvre. We discuss Mark’s journey to becoming an author, and the power of connection and optimism to supercharge your author career. Other topics we cover include: · How a ghost-walk inspired Mark to write a plethora of books on ghosts a…
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode, I talk with fiction author David Rocklin about his writing journey and where he got the inspiration for his novels, The Night Language and The Luminist. Other topics we cover include: · Where story ideas come from. · What our stories mean for our readers. · How to excavate the really juicy stuff…
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