Best Dave Chesson Podcasts (2025)

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Dave Chesson - How to Beat Amazon's Algorithm with Strategic Keywords 44:27

7d ago44:27

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Dave Chesson is the founder of Kindlepreneur and creator of Publisher Rocket, one of the most trusted keyword research tools in the publishing industry. With years of experience helping authors crack Amazon's discovery algorithm, Dave has become the go-to expert for book marketing and keyword optimization. His platform Kindlepreneur has helped thou…

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Craig Martelle - The 20 Books to 50K Method 49:07

4h ago49:07

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Craig Martelle is a powerhouse in the indie publishing world with nearly 200 published works, including over 110 full-length novels. A retired Marine and former lawyer turned bestselling author, Craig is the visionary founder of the 20 Books to 50K community—one of the largest and most supportive author networks in the world. His journey from milit…

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Isabelle Knight - The PR Secrets That Made JK Rowling Famous (And How You Can Use Them) 45:53

5d ago45:53

45:53

Isabelle Knight is a celebrity publicist turned author branding expert who has worked with literary icons including JK Rowling and major organizations like the BBC. As founder of Build Your Author Brand, she brings insider knowledge from the world of high-profile publicity to help everyday authors develop powerful personal brands, connect with thei…

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Writing Feels Like a Luxury? Think Again 24:40

19d ago24:40

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Writing isn’t a luxury—it’s a decision. You don’t need the perfect season, endless hours, or a retreat to finally get your book done. What you need is a way to write that fits your real life—kids, career, business, caregiving, all of it. If you’re tired of circling the same draft and waiting for calm that never comes, this episode is your wake-up c…

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Kathleen Sweeney - 300+ 3D Book Mockups: Why Visual Marketing Beats Text Every Time 24:16

21d ago24:16

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Kathleen Sweeney is the COO of Book Brush, a comprehensive design platform specifically created for authors since 2018. Book Brush specializes in helping authors create professional marketing graphics, book covers, 3D book mockups, video trailers, and social media content without requiring design expertise. The platform offers over 300 3D book vers…

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Dan Miller - Why AI Content Can't Be Copyrighted (And What Authors Need to Know) 41:28

26d ago41:28

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Dan Miller is the founder of The Copy Detectives, a specialized service that helps authors navigate copyright permissions and AI content disclosure requirements. With extensive experience in copyright law and clearance processes, Dan assists authors in understanding when they need permission to use quotes, images, and other content in their books. …

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Kevin Tumlinson - How to Hire a $7.50/Hour Author VA That Actually Understands Your Author Business 46:18

28d ago46:18

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Kevin Tumlinson is a bestselling author and Chief Brand Officer for Author Anchor, a service that connects authors with trained virtual assistants from the Philippines. With extensive experience managing multiple business ventures while maintaining his writing career, Kevin understands the challenges authors face in balancing creative work with bus…

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Matty Dalrymple - The Podcast Strategy That Builds Authors' Careers (Not Just Book Sales) 40:24

1M ago40:24

40:24

Matty Dalrymple is a bestselling author with two thriller series: the Ann Kinnear Suspense novels and the Lizzy Ballard thrillers. She's also the host of The Indy Author Podcast, which has been running since 2016 with nearly 270 episodes. As a writing consultant and speaker, Matty helps authors navigate both the craft and business sides of publishi…

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Hassan Osman - Why Your Book Should Be a Business Card on Steroids (Not a Money Maker) 45:05

1M ago45:05

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Hassan Osman is an Amazon bestselling author and the founder of Sidegig Hacks and Writer on the Side. While maintaining a demanding corporate career, Hassan has published over 20 books with 9 Amazon bestsellers reaching over 120,000 readers, plus 17 courses with 430,000+ unique students. His expertise lies in creating short, focused books (10,000-1…

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Michael La Ronn - How to Write 100+ Books While Working Full-Time (The Ultimate Productivity System) 35:09

1M ago35:09

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Michael La Ronn is a bestselling author who has published over 100 books while maintaining a full-time corporate job and family life. After a near-death experience in 2012, he transformed from aspiring writer to prolific author, developing systematic approaches to productivity that he shares in his non-fiction books and YouTube channel. Michael wri…

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Chris Benetti - The Book Funnel System That Generated 10X ROI in 6 Months 43:51

2M ago43:51

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Chris Benetti is the founder of Smart Author Media and a book funnel marketing expert who has sold over 55,000 books for his clients. Specializing in self-liquidating book funnels and Facebook advertising, Chris helps authors turn their books into profitable lead generation tools that feed into higher-ticket offers and services. His agency focuses …

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Michael Stockham - How to Write Legal Thrillers When You Actually Know the Law 34:47

2M ago34:47

34:47

Michael Stockham is a trial attorney and bestselling author who has successfully built a self-publishing business around his legal thriller series. Starting with a creative writing background before becoming what he calls an "accidental lawyer," Michael brings authentic courtroom detail to his novels through his 25+ years of trial experience. His d…

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Tony Lee - The "Write Backwards" Method That Creates Unputdownable Crime Thrillers 1:00:27

2M ago1:00:27

1:00:27

Tony Lee is a New York Times bestselling author who has successfully reinvented himself multiple times throughout his career. Originally starting as a computer games reviewer at 16, he transitioned through street performing in Covent Garden, writing for Radio 4, newspapers, comics, film and TV, before the pandemic forced him to pivot into self-publ…

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This Summer, Finish the Book That’s Been Waiting on You 24:31

2M ago24:31

24:31

If you’ve been telling yourself, “I’ll get back to my book after summer,” you’re not alone—but you’re also not stuck. In this episode, I’m sharing exactly how I finished edits on one book, started two more, and kept writing in the middle of moving. No writing retreat. No empty calendar. Just a system that works! You don’t need more time—you need pr…

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William Gasner - Why Micro-Influencers Beat Celebrities for Book Marketing (And Cost 90% Less) 45:49

2M ago45:49

45:49

William Gasner is the founder and CMO of Stack Influence, an influencer marketing platform that specializes in connecting brands with micro and nano-influencers. With extensive experience in e-commerce and digital marketing, William has helped thousands of brands scale their marketing efforts through authentic influencer partnerships. Stack Influen…

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Eddie Rice - Why Fiction Authors Are Missing Out on Podcast Goldmines 41:30

2M ago41:30

41:30

Eddie Rice is the founder of Eloquent Mind and author of the bestselling book "Toast: Short Speeches, Big Impact." With a background in PR and public relations, Eddie specializes in helping authors transition from invisible to in-demand through strategic podcast appearances and speech writing. His "Your Book, Your Voice" approach focuses on helping…

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You Budgeted for Everything But This 29:54

2M ago29:54

29:54

You’ve planned to buy the cover. You’ve booked the editor. You’ve even mapped out your promo schedule. But the one thing you didn’t plan for? The actual time it takes to write the book. That part? You’ve just been hoping it’ll work itself out between work, family, client deadlines, and reheated coffee. But let’s be honest: it’s not working—and you …

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O'Cyrus - How to Find Your Book's True Message (And Why It Matters More Than Genre) 39:15

2M ago39:15

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O'Cyrus Ink is a multi-genre author and publisher who specializes in poetry, children's fiction, young adult horror, and middle grade horror. Currently serving in the military while building his publishing career, he founded O'Cyrus Ink Publishing to help authors, particularly teenagers and young adults, navigate the publishing world. His approach …

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Julie Broad - The Fatal Mistake That Kills 90% of Book Launches 27:39

2M ago27:39

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Julie Broad is the founder of Book Launches, a comprehensive service that helps nonfiction authors successfully launch their books to market. She's also the founder of the Future of Book Marketing Summit and creator of the Author Launch Kit software. With extensive experience in book marketing, Julie has helped hundreds of authors navigate the comp…

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Summer Isn’t a Break from Your Book—It’s Your Breakthrough 23:30

2M ago23:30

23:30

Let’s be honest. You told yourself last summer that you’d get back to writing in the fall. But here you are, still waiting for the "right time." And truthfully? You don’t need more time. You need a rhythm that protects your writing now. This episode is your reminder: You don’t have to pause your dreams because life is full. You’re allowed to write …

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David P. Perlmutter - The Shameless Self-Promoter: Why Being Cheeky on Social Media Sells More Books Than Ads 39:23

2M ago39:23

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David P. Perlmutter is a bestselling author with 17 published books, including his breakthrough memoir "Wrong Place Wrong Time" which has garnered over 4,000 reviews and achieved bestseller status across multiple Amazon categories. What started as therapeutic blog writing in Portugal became a successful writing career when his editor friend recogni…

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Robert A. Lane - Why You Should Narrate Your Own Audiobook (And How to Do It in 6 Weeks) 31:59

2M ago31:59

31:59

Robert A. Lane is an audiobook producer, coach, and author with over 30 years of experience in the entertainment industry, including 14 years at 20th Century Fox. After his entertainment career ended when Disney acquired Fox, Robert founded Robert Lane Coaching and created the "Your Book, Your Voice" program, which helps nonfiction authors narrate …

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Will I Show Up This Time? 29:43

3M ago29:43

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You’ve said it before: “I’ll get back to writing after summer.” But deep down, you know how that story ends. Another season passed. Another draft untouched. Another idea collecting dust while life stays loud and busy. This episode is your callout and your comeback. Because the truth is—you don’t need more time. You need a system that protects your …

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Daniel Hurst - From Office Worker to 75+ Books: The Ultimate Author Success Blueprint 40:07

3M ago40:07

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Daniel Hurst is a bestselling author with over 75 published books, primarily in the psychological thriller genre. Known for his rapid writing pace and prolific output, Daniel successfully transitioned from a procurement officer to a full-time author within just a few years. His breakthrough book "Till Death Do Us Part" allowed him to quit his day j…

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Damon Courtney of BookFunnel - From Free Books to Lifetime Readers: Mastering the Author Book Funnel 43:56

3M ago43:56

43:56

Damon Courtney is the creator of BookFunnel, a platform that helps authors deliver digital books to readers and build marketing funnels. A former self-published fantasy author who published a trilogy in 2011, Damon created BookFunnel to solve the problem of easily delivering free books to readers' devices. What started as a simple solution for gett…

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Nat Eliason - The Entrepreneur's Approach to Self-Publishing: Direct Sales, Premium Products, and Marketing 51:53

3M ago51:53

51:53

Nat Eliason is a writer, entrepreneur, and founder of multiple successful online businesses who is now pivoting to science fiction writing. After securing a $275,000 advance for his traditionally published non-fiction book "Crypto Confidential" with Penguin Random House, Nat has chosen to self-publish his debut science fiction novel "Husk." His ent…

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Joanna Penn - Multiple Income Streams for Authors: Beyond Just Book Sales - The Creative Penn 48:50

3M ago48:50

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Joanna Penn is an award-winning author, New York Times and USA Today bestseller, and host of The Creative Penn podcast. With experience spanning both fiction (under J.F. Penn) and non-fiction, Joanna has built a sustainable writing business over nearly two decades. After leaving her IT consultant career in 2011, she's created multiple income stream…

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Aurora Winter of SamePage Publishing - Turn Words Into Wealth: 7 Blueprints for Creating 7-Figure Income from Your Book 39:20

3M ago39:20

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Aurora Winter is the founder of SamePage Publishing and author of "Turn Words into Wealth." With a background as a film and television executive producer and award-winning screenwriter, Aurora now helps entrepreneurs, experts, and business leaders leverage books to grow their businesses. Her "Spoken Author Method" helps clients create high-quality …

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Ready, Set, Launch: A Live Panel on Taking Your Book to the World with Craig Martelle, Dale L Roberts, Julie Broad and Alexa Bigwarfe 1:09:31

3M ago1:09:31

1:09:31

I had the pleasure of hosting this special panel edition of The Publishing Performance Show, bringing together four brilliant publishing industry experts to discuss book launch strategies. The conversation covered everything from hard vs. soft launches to advertising strategies, review acquisition, and genre-specific approaches. Our incredible pane…

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H.H. Rune - Sending Books Across America: The 25-Year Journey of an Interactive Literary Experiment 28:45

3M ago28:45

28:45

H.H. Rune is the author of the "Find Me" series, a unique "fiction-ish" or autofiction work that blends real-life experiences with fictional storytelling. After conceiving the idea at age 30 while a stay-at-home mom, H.H. spent 25 years developing this five-book series before finally committing to publication during the pandemic. The series follows…

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Emily Crookston of Pocket PhD - The Business Case for Your Book: Strategic Publishing for Thought Leaders 28:43

3M ago28:43

28:43

Emily Crookston is the owner and "decider of all things" at Pocket PhD, where she specializes in ghostwriting and developmental editing for business books. With a PhD in philosophy and background as a professor, Emily transitioned to content writing, starting with blog posts before moving to longer formats like business books. Her focus is helping …

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The Courage to Start Again 26:22

3M ago26:22

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You didn’t lose your discipline. You lost your margin. You didn’t quit—you got interrupted. And now you’re trying to come back to a book that still matters… with a schedule that still doesn’t. This episode isn’t about hype. It’s about honesty. The kind that reminds you: you’re still a writer. You’ve always been one. But if you’re going to finish th…

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Sheryl Bass of Be Kind Publishing - Self-Publishing Success: How PR Skills Transformed a Children's Book Launch 26:38

4M ago26:38

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Sheryl Bass is a children's author and book PR expert with a master's degree in social work and journalism. Her Baby Dragon series focuses on social emotional learning for children, teaching important life lessons through engaging stories. Starting from a flash of inspiration during a sneeze 15 years ago, Sheryl brought her first book "Baby Dragon'…

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Chris Wallace of WrittenWell - Cracking Amazon's Algorithm: From Poker Player to Self-Publishing Expert 45:57

4M ago45:57

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Chris Wallace is a professional poker player, author, and co-founder of WrittenWell.com. With a background in guitar building before developing an allergy to exotic hardwoods, Chris transitioned to professional poker, which led to writing opportunities during the poker boom. He began writing for poker magazines and blogs, eventually publishing seve…

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Overcoming the “Busy Author” Myth 26:21

4M ago26:21

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You’re holding down your career. Running your business. Showing up for everybody else. And somehow… you’re still trying to figure out when you’ll finally finish that book. Here’s the truth: You’re not lazy. You’re not undisciplined. You’re just using an outdated strategy that doesn’t fit your life anymore. In this episode, I’m calling out the myth …

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Mitch Carson - Media Mastery: Crafting a One Sheet Media Pitch That Gets You Booked 46:31

4M ago46:31

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Mitch Carson is a bestselling author, TV host for NBC in Las Vegas, and international speaker who specializes in helping people build their personal brands and increase their media exposure. With decades of experience in television and media, Mitch has mastered the art of getting authors and entrepreneurs featured on major platforms. He shares his …

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Andrew Wallner & Phil Marshall of Spoken - Revolutionizing Audiobooks: How Spoken Combines AI Narration with Author Monetization 39:11

4M ago39:11

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Andrew Wallner and Phil Marshall are co-founders of Spoken, an innovative platform that combines AI narration technology with a streaming network for audio content. Coming from backgrounds in healthcare technology where they developed conversational AI systems, they sold their company in 2021 before turning their attention to the audiobook market. …

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The Writing Career You Deserve 26:04

4M ago26:04

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You’re already writing. But I know you’re done piecing it together and hoping for the best. This episode is your turning point. Inside, I’ll show you why your lack of results isn’t about time—it’s about the system you’re using (or not using). You’ll learn how to align your writing schedule with your actual life and energy so you can finish what you…

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Johnathan McClain - Narrating 200+ Audiobooks: Secrets from an Award Winning Multi-Genre Voice Actor 53:30

4M ago53:30

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Johnathan McClain is a multi-talented creative professional working as a screenwriter, narrator, actor, and novelist. With a background in theater and television, Johnathan transitioned to audiobook narration in 2012, coinciding with Amazon's acquisition of Audible when the demand for narrators exploded. His first major audiobook projects included …

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Why Now is the Only Time that Matters to Write 33:30

4M ago33:30

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I know you’re already writing—but juggling business launches, work meetings, and dinner duty leaves your draft crawling. In this episode I’ll prove why waiting for “more time” is the slowest route to a finished book and how you can claim momentum today. Inside the episode: The smartest reason to draft now—before life “gets easier.” Daily time‑trap…

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JD Barker - Co-Writing Thrillers with James Patterson and Indie vs Traditional Publishing 44:34

4M ago44:34

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JD Barker is a New York Times bestselling author who has experienced various publishing paths including traditional, indie, and hybrid publishing. With a background as a book doctor and ghostwriter for over 20 years, JD transitioned to writing his own novels and has since collaborated with James Patterson among other notable authors. His unique pub…

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Aryn Van Dyke - LinkedIn for Authors: Unexpected Strategies to Grow Your Readership 30:22

4M ago30:22

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Aryn Van Dyke is a book marketing expert and the founder of Book Rockstar, specializing in LinkedIn marketing strategies for authors. With extensive experience helping both fiction and nonfiction writers leverage LinkedIn as a powerful platform for book promotion, Aryn has developed proven methods for building professional networks, crafting engagi…

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Nicola Kinloch - Balancing Art and Education: The Craft of Children's Book Illustration 25:29

4M ago25:29

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Nicola Kinloch is an artist and illustrator with a background in fine art photography and textile design who recently ventured into children's book illustration. Her first illustrated book, written by her mother Patricia Lang, is about bees and beekeeping, combining adventure storytelling with educational content. The book uniquely presents the wor…

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Writing Through the Lows: How to stay motivated even when creativity feels like a struggle. 25:27

4M ago25:27

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This isn’t about waiting for inspiration. It’s about taking your time back and building a writing life that actually works—especially on the low-energy days. In this short, straight-to-the-point episode, I’ll show you exactly what to do when creativity feels like a chore. ✅ Discover the real reason your writing feels inconsistent (it’s not what you…

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Leah Paulos - The Pitch Perfect Formula: How to Get Media Coverage for Your Book 45:41

5M ago45:41

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Leah Paulos is the founder and director of publicity for Press Shop PR and Book Publicity School. With a background in journalism as a writer and magazine editor at Condé Nast, Leah brings a unique perspective to book publicity, having been on the receiving end of pitches. After transitioning from journalism, she founded Press Shop PR to help autho…

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Flora Qian - Breaking Censorship Through Language: One Writer's Journey from Shanghai to New York 33:36

5M ago33:36

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Flora Qian is a writer born and raised in Shanghai who later lived in Hong Kong for over a decade before relocating to New York City. Her novel "South of the Yangtze" won the Proverse Prize, an international award for unpublished works in fiction and poetry. Drawing on her experiences growing up in 1980s China and living across multiple cultures, F…

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Breaking Free from Bogged-Down Writing Days 24:19

5M ago24:19

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You’re not blocked—you’re just buried. Buried under tasks. Expectations. Chaos. But your writing? It still matters. And I know you’re ready to take your time back and write with intention again. In this powerful mini training, I’ll walk you through exactly how career-focused, legacy-minded authors reset when life gets messy—without guilt and withou…

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Marco Moutinho of Dibbly - From Idea to Book in 24 Hours: How Dibbly's AI Tools Streamline Book Creation 30:16

5M ago30:16

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Marco Moutinho is the founder and CEO of Dibbly (formerly The Urban Writers), a comprehensive content creation platform that combines AI tools with freelance writing services. The rebranding from The Urban Writers to Dibbly reflects their expansion beyond just writing services to include a suite of AI-powered content creation tools. With Dibbly Cre…

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How I Wrote Over 40,000 Words in 6 Weeks 25:37

5M ago25:37

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This time six weeks ago, I had barely crossed over 10,000 words in my draft. Life was happening hard—and writing felt like a distant dream, even for me. But I didn’t push back my deadline again. I pushed forward. Now? I’ve written over 40,000 words. In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly how I turned things around—without sacrificing my b…

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John DeMato - The Book Boudoir: Professional Photography that Sells More Books 28:05

5M ago28:05

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John DeMato is a visual storytelling expert and professional photographer who specializes in creating compelling visual content for entrepreneurs, authors, speakers, and consultants. After transitioning from a career as a television field producer, John found his niche in branding photography, which eventually led him to develop Book Boudoir - a sp…

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