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 quit.

·       The importance of work-life balance and rest for sustainability.

·       Why writing for a living is not a job but a lifestyle.

·       Why the people you surround yourself with matter.

·       The importance of being you!

Visit Troy’s website here: https://troylambertwrites.com/

Visit the Plot Geek Academy here: https://theplotacademy.com/

Follow Troy on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/authortroy

Follow Troy on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/authortroy/

Listen to Troy’s previous interviews on Alchemy for Authors here:

Episode 52: Making a Living as an Author with Troy Lambert

Episode 47: Plotting with Plottr with Troy Lambert 

Other resources mentioned in this episode:

·       Visit Claire Taylor’s website to learn more about the Enneagram for authors: https://www.ffs.media/author-services-all

·       Visit Becca Syme’s website to learn more about CliftonStrengths for authors: https://betterfasteracademy.com/

·       Grab a copy of the book Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman here: https://www.oliverburkeman.com/books

·       Between: A Gothic Novella by Jo Buer. Purchase the eBook direct from me and use the coupon code ALCHEMY to receive 50% off until October 31st 2024. Go to https://payhip.com/b/mckaF

·       Rest Easy Resort by Jo Buer. Buy direct from me for a special discounted price at the checkout. Go to https://payhip.com/b/v6Uu (No code is needed – the discounted price will show up automatically when checking out.)

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.

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If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 use them to our advantage. We also chat about the power of accountability for getting our books written, why writing messy first drafts are encouraged, why it's important to celebrate your one-star reviews, and the transformative power of writing your first book!

Visit Emma’s website here: https://emmadhesi.com/

Visit Emma’s YouTube channel here. 

Follow Emma on Facebook here. 

Follow Emma on Instagram here. 

Find Emma’s books here. 

Listen to Emma’s previous interviews on Alchemy for Authors here:

• Episode 53: Writing a Book with Emma Dhesi
• Episode 4: Banish Imposter Syndrome with Emma Dhesi

Other resources mentioned in this episode:

·       Between: A Gothic Novella by Jo Buer. Purchase the eBook direct from me and use the coupon code ALCHEMY to receive 50% off until October 31st 2024. Purchase here: https://payhip.com/b/mckaF

·       Find most retailers for Between: A Gothic Novella at https://books2read.com/BetweenAGothicNovella

·       My gothic suspense novel Rest Easy Resort is on sale for $1.99 on Kobo in the US and Canadian store for the month of October.

US Store - https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/rest-easy-resort

CA Store - https://www.kobo.com/ca/en/ebook/rest-easy-resort

If you prefer, you can buy the eBook of Rest Easy Resort direct from me for a special discounted price at the checkout. Go to https://payhip.com/b/v6Uu (No code is needed – the discounted price will show up automatically when checking out.)

·       Join me in Renee Rose’s Write to Riches 8 Week Course, but be quick! The course starts October 8th! The course is full price at $333 or 3 payments of $115. (Please note: these are affiliate links which support the show with no extra cost to you.) Pay in full: https://write-to-riches.teachable.com/p/write-to-riches-fall-2024?affcode=1373182_lozgyec- or Pay over 3 payments here: https://write-to-riches.teachable.com/purchase?product_id=5774828&affcode=1373182_lozgyec-

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.

If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

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Join the Alchemy for Authors Facebook Group here. 

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 write a memoir.

·       Why the truth can be more important than fact.

·       The malleability of memory.

·       Different options for publishing your book.

·       When self-sabotage is most likely to strike, why it chooses to do so, and what to do about it.

If you’ve ever dreamed about writing a memoir, listen to Amanda share advice and inspiration for getting your book written and published, so you too, can change your life!

Visit the Page and Podium Press website here: https://pageandpodium.com/

Grab your copy of the Memoir Method Checklist here: https://pageandpodium.com/checklist

Learn more about the Memoir Method here: https://pageandpodium.com/memoir-method/

Follow Page and Podium Press on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/pageandpodiumpress/

Follow Page and Podium Press on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/pageandpodiumpress

Some of the books mentioned in this episode:

·       The Summer of 2020: George Floyd & the Resurgence of the Black Lives Matter Movement by Andre E. Johnson & Amanda Nell Edgar 

·       The Ignorant Man’s Son by Victor James Hill 

·       The Fight You Don’t See by Wendy Davis 

·       Oilman: From Farm Field to Oil Field by Walter Dechant 

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.

If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 stealing from real life.

·       The role artificial intelligence can play in your writing career.

·       Why you should consider attending local author events.

·       How the Alchemy for Authors Podcast helps me to grow as a person.

·       My experience with imposter syndrome and how I work through it.

The body of this episode was recorded by Carissa Andrews and first appeared on the Author Revolution Podcast, Episode 212: Getting Out Of Your Comfort Zone With Jo Buer, and can be listened to here: https://authorrevolution.org/212-2/

Visit the Author Revolution website here: https://authorrevolution.org/

Listen to the Author Revolution Podcast on your favourite podcast app or visit https://podcasts.bcast.fm/the-author-revolution-podcast

Check our Carissa’s courses and memberships here or use my affiliate links below with the coupon code ALCHEMY to save 30% off of the first payment on eligible products, or the full price when you pay in full.

·       Abundant Author Activation - https://academy.authorrevolution.org/a/2147529690/woteKkRf

·       Write Frame of Mind Course - https://academy.authorrevolution.org/a/2147536012/woteKkRf

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Get 50% off my paranormal cozy eBook Hades’s Haunt when you buy direct from me and use the coupon code ALCHEMY – https://payhip.com/b/l1mKk (Offer ends May 31st 2024)

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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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.

If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 Martha chose to go indie rather than traditional publishing this time round.

·       Why Martha chose to open a Shopify store with only one book.

·       The strategies Martha uses to bring readers to her books and her Kickstarters.

·       How to set up your Kickstarter for success, particularly as a beginner.

·       Why Martha doesn’t advertise on Amazon.

·       Why your greatest assets are the people in your author community.

·       The role the Enneagram and Claire Taylor’s books and courses have played in Martha’s pivot.

Whether you’re an author just starting out, or starting over, Martha offers great tips and strategies for boosting your books and setting yourself up for success.

Find Martha’s books here: https://authormarthacarr.com/

Learn more about Martha’s Kickstarters here: https://marthacarr.com/

Contact Martha at: martha@marthacarr.com

Other resources mentioned in this episode:

Join Lee Savino and Renee Rose’s Money Magic Membership here and enjoy the first month for FREE: https://www.moneymagicmembership.com/a/2147619110/FFtoFakC and use the coupon code JO on checkout. (Please note: I am a member and an affiliate myself and I may receive a small commission if you decide to stay on past the month trial. This commission helps support the show.)

Learn more about Claire Taylor and the Enneagram by visiting her website here:  https://www.ffs.media/ and listening to Episode 75: The Sustainable Author Career, and Episode 58: Author Alignment & the Enneagram on Alchemy for Authors.

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.

If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 writers, but also better people. We discuss why AI is no competition for you showing up and being vulnerable on the page, what it's like to be an intuitive discovery writer, and why there's nothing wrong with binge writing. We also discuss the role of synchronicity in writing a book, and why planning your author career is often about lifestyle design.

If you're ready to delve into the dark, confront your shadows, and are willing to use your vulnerability to really connect with your readers, then it’s time to let your dark horse run. Grab a drink, find a comfy chair, sit back and enjoy the show!

Visit Joanna’s Creative Penn website here: https://www.thecreativepenn.com/

Listen to The Creative Penn podcast here or on your favourite podcast app.

Visit Joanna’s J. F. Penn website here: https://jfpenn.com/

Grab your copy of Writing the Shadow: Turn Your Inner Darkness into Words here: https://creativepennbooks.com/

Support Joanna’s Spear of Destiny Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thecreativepenn/spear-of-destiny-an-action-adventure-thriller-novel

Follow Joanna on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/TheCreativePenn

Follow Joanna on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/jfpennauthor/

Other resources mentioned in this episode:

Tim Ferris – The 4 Hour Workweek

Becca Symes – Dear Writer, Are You Intuitive?

Listen to Episode 20: Intuition and Success for Authors with Becca Syme here.

Join Lee Savino and Renee Rose’s Money Magic Membership here and enjoy the first month for FREE: https://www.moneymagicmembership.com/a/2147619110/FFtoFakC and use the coupon code JO on checkout.

(Please note: I am a member and an affiliate myself and I may receive a small commission if you decide to stay on past the month trial. This commission helps support the show.)

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.

If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 her beliefs around making a living as an author.

·       Why you should never close a door on your dream.

·       Tips for dissolving money and success blocks.

·       What a tidy house has to do with manifesting money as an author.

·       Why you should use the good china and get yourself a new toothbrush.

·       How to attract the right people into your life.

·       The biggest mistake you can make as an author.

If you’re ready to include some money magic in your life, and banish the blocks holding you back from having the author career you aspire to, then this is the episode for you! Make sure you check out Lee’s book Adventures With The Universe and the Money Magic Membership in the show notes.

Visit Lee’s website here: https://leesavino.com/

Grab your copy of Adventures With The Universe here. 

Join the Money Magic Membership here and enjoy the first month for FREE: https://www.moneymagicmembership.com/a/2147619110/FFtoFakC and use the coupon code JO on checkout. (Please note: I am a member and an affiliate myself, and will receive a small commission if you decide to stay on past the month trial. But if you enjoy the membership, consider signing up to become an affiliate too!)

Join the Millionaire Author Mastermind Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/millionaireauthormastermind

Join the Seven Figure Author Course here: https://millionaire-author-coaching.teachable.com/p/seven-figure-author

Join the Author Abundance Central: Write to Riches Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/183210270143403

Listen to Alchemy for Authors Episode 55: Write to Riches with Renee Rose here: https://jobuer.com/episode-55-write-to-riches-with-renee-rose/

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.

If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

If you have an idea for an episode or a question you want answered on the show, you can now leave me a brief voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode here.

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 pandemic played in Jeremiah writing travel books.

·       How Jeremiah navigates writer’s block and imposter syndrome.

·       The perks of being a multi-passionate creative.

·       The three benefits meditation has on Jeremiah’s writing.

·       Jeremiah’s number one tip for travel writing.

If you’re interested in travel writing, including photography in your books, or are a multi-passionate creative, then this episode is going to inspire you to embrace your gifts and share them with the world!

Visit Jeremiah’s website here: https://jeremiahgilbert.com/

Connect with Jeremiah on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jg_travels/

Find Jeremiah’s books here: https://jeremiahgilbert.com/books/

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.

If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 important to align your actions and author career with your core desire.

·       The differences between Claire’s two books: Reclaim Your Author Career and Sustain Your Author Career.

·       How to build resilience and navigate the constant changes in the author world.

·       Why we might mistype ourselves and what we can do about it.

·       How knowing your Enneagram Type can help you create an aligned and sustainable author career.

If you’re ready to uplevel your mindset and create for yourself a sustainable author career aligned with who you really are, then the Enneagram might just be the key you’re looking for. Make sure you check out Claire’s new book, Sustain Your Author Career, to learn more!

Visit Claire’s website here: https://www.ffs.media/

Support Claire’s Kickstarter and learn more about her book  Sustain Your Author Career here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ffsmedia/sustain-your-author-career

Learn more about Claire’s Liberated Writer Course here: https://www.ffs.media/liberated-writer-course

* PS: If you mention you heard about the course through me (Jo Buer or Alchemy for Authors) I get a small commission that helps support the show at no extra cost to you.

Listen to Episode 58 of Alchemy for Authors - Author Alignment & the Enneagram with Claire Taylor here: https://jobuer.com/episode-58-author-alignment-the-enneagram-with-claire-taylor/

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 willingness to pivot throughout your author career.

·       Why scheduling more Creative Rest and Play is essential for boosting creativity and productivity.

·       The magic of Free Writing and meditating to move through resistance and blocks.

·       Why it’s so important to pay yourself first even when you’re not making the big bucks.

·       Why Orna will be using Kickstarter for all her launches going forward, and why you might want to consider doing the same.

·       Why you should always go for the BIG goal!

If you’ve been struggling to achieve the author goals you’ve set for yourself, or you’re feeling overwhelmed and burnt out from doing ALL the things, then this episode might just be the lifeline you’ve been waiting for.

Visit Orna’s website here: https://ornaross.com/

Visit Orna’s Patreon to learn more about her Go Creative Planning and Kickstart With Me programs, here: https://www.patreon.com/ornaross/

Follow Orna on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/ornaross.author/

Learn more about the Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi) here. 

Find out more about Kickstarter here. 

Find Russell Nohelty’s book Get Your Book Selling On Kickstarter here.

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 by payment plan the discount will be taken off the first payment only.

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode here.

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 in the world.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

·       Between: A Gothic Novella by Jo Buer. Purchase the eBook direct from me and use the coupon code ALCHEMY to receive 50% off until October 31st 2024. https://payhip.com/b/mckaF

·       Find most retailers for Between: A Gothic Novella at https://books2read.com/BetweenAGothicNovella

·       Your Future Self Meditation Membership by Author Revolution. Receive a 1 week FREE trial when you use this link: https://author-revolution-academy.mykajabi.com/YFS-Broken

·       Join me in Renee Rose’s Write to Riches 8 Week Course here. (Please note that since recording I have become an affiliate and do receive a small commission if you enrol through my link.)

·       Purchase Renee’s book Write to Riches here. 

·       Join The Money Magic Membership and get 1 month FREE when you use this link and the coupon code JO. (Please note: A do receive a small commission if you decide to continue with the membership)  

•          Listen to Alchemy for Authors Episode 55: Write to Riches with Renee Rose here.    

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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-fiction book.

·       What triggers Rick’s negative self-talk and how he moves through that.

·       Why it’s so important to keep the quality of your books and content as professional as possible, despite what others might be doing.

·       Rick’s marketing tips for building an audience and readership.

·       The benefits of having a podcast when you write non-fiction.

Whether you’re interested in writing non-fiction books or starting your own podcast, this episode will get you inspired to take that first step towards making your goals happen!

Visit Rick’s website here: https://myfuturebusiness.com/

Listen to the My Future Business Show here: https://myfuturebusiness.com/show/

Purchase Rick’s book, Welcome To The Show 1.0: The Complete Podcasting System For Your Business, here. 

Follow Rick on Instagram here. 

Follow Rick on Facebook here. 

Learn more about The Fletcher Method here. 

The doors to the Author Revolution 12-Week Millionaire Author Manifestation Course are now open! If you’re ready to use the power of manifestation to uplevel your author career and increase the abundance you receive in your life, sign up now! The next live cohort begins February 26th 2024.

Sign up here and use the promo code ALCHEMY to save 30% when you pay in full or save 30% off the first payment if you prefer the payment plan.

*Please note: I am an alumni and affiliate of the Millionaire Author Manifestation Course. Clicking on the above link supports my show at no extra cost to you.That link again is: https://academy.authorrevolution.org/a/2147529641/woteKkRf

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.

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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-week Millionaire Author Manifestation Course here. *Remember to use the promo code ALCHEMY to get 30% off when you enrol. If paying by payment plan the discount will be taken off the first payment only*

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

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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, about money, and about our author careers, to bring our dreams and goals into reality.

·       How hypnosis can circumvent the conscious mind to lock in new thoughts and beliefs, and supercharge your mindset and path to success.

·       The importance of having clarity around what you want to manifest before endeavouring to do so.

·       How Manifestation and the Law of Attraction has impacted upon Carissa and Tammy’s careers.

·       Why it might seem that your manifestations aren’t working.

·       Why so many of our negative thoughts about ourselves and what we can achieve are locked in during childhood.

·       Why being in a community of like-minded individuals can be so transformative.

·       Two steps you can take right now to support your manifestations and implement hypnosis to create the author success you desire!

If you’re feeling held back from achieving all that you want in your author career and you’re ready to manifest your author destiny, then this is the episode for you!

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-week Millionaire Author Manifestation Course here. *Remember to use the promo code ALCHEMY to get 30% off when you enrol. If paying by payment plan the discount will be taken off the first payment only*

Subscribe to the Your Future Self: Monthly Mind Magic for Authors here. *Use the promo code ALCHEMY to get 30% off your first payment*

Visit Carissa’s websites here:

https://www.carissaandrews.com/

https://authorrevolution.org/

https://millionaireauthorcoach.com/

Visit Tammy’s websites here:

https://www.tammytyree.com/

https://tammytyreebooks.com/

Listen to Carissa’s previous guest episodes here:

Episode 61: AI-Enhanced Plotting & Selling Direct with Carissa Andrews

Bonus Episode: Millionaire Author Manifestation with Carissa Andrews

Episode 16: Millionaire Author Mindset with Carissa Andrews

Listen to Tammy’s previous guest episode here:

Episode 56: Spirits, Past-lives, Hypnosis & Writing with Tammy Tyree

Up-level your life and abundance by joining Cathy Heller’s 12-week Boldly Abundant immersive experience here. *Doors close February 2nd 2024*

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

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*Please note: I am an affiliate for some of the courses and experiences mentioned above simply because I truly believe in their effectiveness. Clicking on the above links supports my show at no extra cost to you.

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://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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-publishing.

·       The impact of stress upon our teeth and what we can do to boost our oral health.

·       How to use journaling to grow, heal, and overcome blocks.

·       Why you might want to write a letter to a tooth.

·       Meliors’ experience running a Kickstarter campaign and what she would do differently next time.

·       How Meliors navigates the expense of international shipping when running a Kickstarter campaign.

·       Why the first 48 hours are key to a Kickstarter’s success.

Whether you have an interest in natural health, are terrified of going to the dentist, or want to learn more about using Kickstarter to fund your next publication, this episode is for you.

Visit Meliors website here: https://holistictoothfairy.com/

Purchase Meliors’ book The Secret Lives of Teeth here: https://holistictoothfairy.com/secret-lives-of-teeth/

Learn more about her Kickstarter and new book, Calm and Confident in the Dental Chair, here: https://holistictoothfairy.com/calm-and-confident/

Find Meliors on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/holistictoothfairy

Follow Meliors on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/meliorss/

Learn more about Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 is sometimes better than getting what you want.

·       The questions you need to reflect on as one year ends and another begins.

·       Why your “Writing Why” has nothing to do with money.

·       Why your “shoulds” can signal misalignment and a tendency towards people-pleasing.

·       How incremental upgrades and sexy new underwear can propel you towards living your best life now.

·       The anchor and mantra I’m using to achieve my goals this year.

·       How decluttering can be a powerful first step in manifesting your desires.

·       Why the hardest and most important thing I’m going to do this year is scheduling downtime.

·       And why adopting the phrase “I get to…” is a powerful trick for getting dumb things done.

This juicy episode of Alchemy for Authors is jam-packed with resources for making 2024 your best writing year yet. If you’re ready to elevate your author life and reach your goals, then this episode is for you!

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Recommended episodes to revisit:

Episode 1: Finding Your Writing Why. 

Episode 8: Manifesting My First Book. 

Episode 16: Millionaire Author Mindset with Carissa Andrews. 

Bonus Episode: Millionaire Author Manifestation with Carissa Andrews. 

Episode 20: Intuition and Success for Authors with Becca Syme. 

Episode 21: Harnessing The Power Of Your Future Self. 

Episode 55: Write to Riches with Renee Rose. 

Episode 58: Author Alignment and the Enneagram with Claire Taylor. 

Books mentioned in this episode:

Reclaim Your Author Career by Claire Taylor: https://www.ffs.media/kickffs

Denise Duffield-Thomas books, including Get Rich, Lucky Bitch, and Chillpreneur: https://www.denisedt.com/books

Write to Riches by Renee Rose: https://write2riches.com/

Adventures with the Universe by H. L. Savino https://www.amazon.com/Adventures-Universe-H-L-Savino/dp/B0C9SLD6QL

Be Your Future Self Now by Dr. Benjamin Hardy: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Future-Self-Now-Transformation/dp/1401974015/

Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away by Annie Duke: https://www.annieduke.com/books/

The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks: https://www.amazon.com/Big-Leap-Conquer-Hidden-Level/dp/0061735361

Other resources:

Claire Taylor’s Liberated Writer Course: https://www.ffs.media/liberated-writer-course

My Intent: https://myintent.org/

Orna Ross: Creative Business Planning for Authors: https://www.patreon.com/OrnaRoss

Byron Katie: The Work: https://thework.com/

Author Revolution: Millionaire Author Manifestation Course: https://academy.authorrevolution.org/a/2147529641/woteKkRf (Please note: This is an affiliate link which means I get a small kick back that supports Alchemy for Authors at no extra cost to you.)

Author Revolution: Your Future Self: Monthly Mind Magic for Authors (Includes meditations for authors): https://author-revolution-academy.mykajabi.com/offers/g6XncYnX/checkout

Becca Syme’s website: https://betterfasteracademy.com/

The Creative Penn Podcast: The 15-Year Author Business Pivot with Joanna Penn: https://www.thecreativepenn.com/2023/12/18/the-15-year-author-business-pivot-with-joanna-penn/

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 it to help guide you through the ups and downs of your author career.

·       How to move past feeling that everything is about you!

·       Why people pleasing can be a recipe for disaster if you want a successful writing career.

·       Why being called consistent made me bawl like a baby!

·       The habits you need to embrace to ensure the longevity of your author career.

Whatever your day-job, life situation, or the state of your author career, listen as I share my insights from the classroom to guide you towards making 2024 your best writing year yet!

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 Charlotte wants to normalise and demystify the experiences of those in the mental health system.

·       How writing helped Charlotte move through feeling shame around her mental health journey.

·       How fiction can sometimes reach people who are struggling in a way non-fiction can’t.

·       Why Charlotte works best when she edits as she goes.

·       How imposter syndrome impacts Charlotte’s writing process.

·       Why Charlotte is a cheerleader for New Zealand authors.

·       Why it’s okay to go about the author thing backwards.

Listen as Charlotte shares a little of her mental health journey alongside being an author, and be inspired by her willingness to go against traditional writing advice.

Visit Charlotte’s website here: https://charlottelobb.com/

Purchase Hannah and Huia here: https://charlottelobb.com/buy-a-copy-today.cfm

Follow Charlotte on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/charlottelobb_author/

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 matter your age, can be life changing!

·       Why Pat chose to self-publish and how she went about learning “all the things” to do so.

·       Why writing memoir is so important for preserving your stories.

·       How an attractive Italian man inspired Pat to write a travel memoir.

·       Why Pat hates the phrase: “Not high enough res!”

Pat’s enthusiasm for writing will leave you pushing aside your excuses, and being inspired and excited to get back to the page!

Visit Pat’s website here: https://www.patbackley.com/

Purchase Pat’s books here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Pat-Backley/author/B08KZ9SRPC

Follow Pat on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/patbackleyauthor/

Follow Pat on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/patbackleyauthor

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 previous careers in journalism and the media impacted upon his stories.

·       How he moved away from hating writing to passionately loving it.

·       How Stephen finds inspiration in observing everyday life.

·       Why he believes that editors have mystical powers.

·       And why Stephen's not afraid to tackle tough subjects despite imposter syndrome.

If you enjoy crime fiction or looking behind-the-scenes of another author’s process, you’ll love this interview with Stephen Johnson!

Visit Stephen’s website here: https://www.stephenjohnsonauthor.com/

Purchase Stephen’s books here: https://www.stephenjohnsonauthor.com/books

Follow Stephen on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/stephenjohnsonauthor/

Visit Clan Destine Press at https://www.clandestinepress.net/

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 health, and emotional and mental baggage, and I discuss how some small everyday stressors might be sabotaging your success.

If you’re ready to take inventory of where you’re at and where you might be holding yourself back on your author journey, then this is the episode for you. My hope is it inspires you to take action on the small, but important, things you’ve been avoiding, let go of the things you no longer need, and plan for a future of joy and ease.   

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.

If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors

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If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

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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 super power but can take a while to kick into action.

·       Why I both love and loath deadlines.

·       The role of music in my writing process.

·       Why I can’t write in the small moments and don’t write every day.

·       Why it’s important to start with a pretty notebook.

·       The importance I place on the word “something”.

·       And my answer to the question: Are you still a writer when you’re not writing?

If you’re interested in other peoples’ writing processes, or feel like you’re doing it wrong, check out the often chaotic and quirky way I go about writing a book, and take comfort in the knowledge that there is no one way in being an author.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Visit Claire Taylor’s website to learn more about The Liberated Writer course and her book Reclaim Your Author Career, here: https://www.ffs.media/

Listen to Episode 58: Author Alignment & the Enneagram with Claire Taylor, here: https://jobuer.com/episode-58-author-alignment-the-enneagram-with-claire-taylor/

Visit Becca Syme’s website here: https://betterfasteracademy.com/

Listen to Episode 20: Intuition and Success with Becca Syme, here: https://jobuer.com/episode-20-intuition-and-success-for-authors-with-becca-syme/

Listen to Episode 55: Write to Riches with Renee Rose, here: https://jobuer.com/episode-55-write-to-riches-with-renee-rose/

Learn more about NaNoWriMo here: https://nanowrimo.org/

Learn more about Scrivener here: https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=alchemy

Learn more about ProWritingAid here: https://prowritingaid.com/

* Please Note: I am an affiliate for Scrivener. As an affiliate I get a small kickback at no extra charge to you.

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 you live in a small country.

·       How to establish a reader following and author platform before you’re published.

·       How to connect with readers at book events, even when you’re an introvert.

·       The essential four-legged writing companion every author should have!

If you’ve been on the fence about selling locally, let Johanna inspire you to step outside your comfort zone and grow your readership!

Visit Johanna’s website here: https://www.johannamraeauthor.com/

Visit the Ages of Pages website here: https://agesofpages.weebly.com/

Follow Johanna on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/johanna.m.rae/ and https://www.instagram.com/ages_of_pages/

Follow Johanna on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/JohannaMRae and  https://www.facebook.com/agesofpages

Find out more about Duffy Books in Homes here: https://www.booksinhomes.org.nz/Home

Preptober is here! If you’re preparing for NaNoWriMo this year, make sure you check out these cool writing tools:

Scrivener 

Plottr 

Author Revolution 4 Books, 5 Days Course: Mastering AI-Enhanced Story Planning

Find out more about NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) here:  https://nanowrimo.org/

* Please Note: I am an affiliate for Scrivener, Plottr and Author Revolution courses. These are resources I personally use and enjoy. As an affiliate I get a small kickback at no extra charge to you. If you would like to learn more about Plottr, make sure you listen to Episode 47: Plotting with Plottr with Troy Lambert.

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 is essential for writers.

·       Why hybrid and indie-publishing is as legitimate as traditional publishing.

·       How imposter syndrome doesn’t discriminate.

·       The challenges of publishing in a small country.

·       Why writing a book requires vulnerability and courage!

Enjoy this behind-the-scenes look at the writing and publishing journey of a first-time Kiwi author!

Visit Kelley’s website here: https://www.kelleytantau.com/

Follow Kelley on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kelleytantau/ and https://www.instagram.com/therunawaybooks/

 Purchase your copy of The Runaway Man at https://www.kelleytantau.com/how-to-buy or https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CDLVGL3M/

Get 10% of the following products and services for writing your blurb by using the coupon code “ALCHEMY”:

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 Sign up for Carissa Andrews’ latest Author Revolution course, Four Books, Five Days: Mastering AI-Enhanced Series Planning, here.

* Please Note: I am an affiliate for Carissa’s Four Books, Five Days course and Jessie’s products. I only recommend resources I enjoy, engage in or use myself. As an affiliate I get a small kickback at no extra charge to you.

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. 

Grab your copy of my latest paranormal cozy Hades’s Haunt here: https://books2read.com/hadesshaunt

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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.

·       Some of the most common pitfalls authors make when writing a blurb.

·       The difference between hooks and taglines.

·       How to write a stellar blurb that converts browsers into buyers.

·       And how to start a fight on social media over writing blurbs!

If you’re someone who has struggled with writing blurbs for your books, then this episode is for you! Jessie shares a wealth of advice and tips for making your blurbs sparkle and entice new readers.  

Visit Jessie’s website here: www.bookblurbmagic.com

Download your FREE blurb cheat-sheet here. 

Email Jessie at jessie@bookblurbmagic.com

Follow Jessie on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bookblurbmagic/

Follow Jessie on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/bookblurbmagic

Use the coupon code “ALCHEMY” to get 10% off the following Book Blurb Magic products:

• Book Blurb Magic 
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Sign up for Carissa Andrews’ latest Author Revolution course, Four Books, Five Days: Mastering AI-Enhanced Series Planning, here. 

* Please Note: I am an affiliate for Carissa’s Four Books, Five Days course and Jessie’s products. I only recommend resources I enjoy, engage in or use myself. As an affiliate I get a small kickback at no extra charge to you.

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. 

Grab your copy of my latest paranormal cozy Hades’s Haunt here: https://books2read.com/hadesshaunt

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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.

·       Why using Shopify for selling direct works best for authors with backlists, but also, why you should consider starting how you mean to continue.

·       Why Carissa (mostly) quit social media, and what she uses instead.

·       Why Carissa created her new course Four Books, Five Days: Mastering AI Enhanced Series Planning, and how you can get it at a killer price.

·       How AI can help with plotting books, series concepts, and world building.

·       Why Carissa isn’t scared of AI stealing her work.

·       Why the 'way' we use AI is important, and why Carissa doesn’t use it to write her books for her!

If you’re open-minded and curious about how AI can be used as a tool to help with plotting, and why so many authors are moving towards selling direct, then you’re not going to want to miss this entertaining and inspiring episode with Carissa Andrews!

Sign up for Carissa’s latest course, Four Books, Five Days: Mastering AI Enhanced Series Planning, here: https://academy.authorrevolution.org/a/2147625144/woteKkRf

Please Note: I am an affiliate for Carissa’s Four Books, Five Days course and have purchased it myself. I only recommend resources I enjoy, engage in or use myself. As an affiliate I get a small kickback at no extra charge to you.

Visit Carissa’s websites here:  https://authorrevolution.org/  https://www.carissaandrews.com/

 Join Carissa’s Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/CarissaAndrews

Listen to the Bonus Episode of Alchemy for Authors: Millionaire Author Manifestation with Carissa Andrews here. 

Listen to Episode 16 of Alchemy for Authors: Millionaire Author Mindset with Carissa Andrews here. 

Listen to Episode 58 of Alchemy for Authors: Author Alignment & the Enneagram with Claire Taylor here. 

Listen to Episode 20 of Alchemy for Authors: Intuition & Success for Authors with Becca Syme here.

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. 

Grab your copy of my latest paranormal cozy, Hades's Haunt, here: https://books2read.com/hadesshaunt

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 Indie Author.

·       How imposter syndrome can hit anyone, anytime!

·       Why I don’t write every day and 90% of my ‘writing’ doesn’t involve writing.

·       The importance of looking at the world with ‘Writer’s Eyes’.

·       Why it’s okay to mine the dark and find stories in the ‘real’ moments.

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Find all my books at https://jobuer.com or https://books2read.com/jobuer

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 is so important.

·       David’s take on writing block and how you can overcome it.

·       The importance of story intimacy and how to really get to know your characters.

·       Why writing your way into a corner can be a good thing.

·       The pros of switching publishers.

·       Where the inspiration for David’s latest book, The Electric Love Song of Fleischl Berger, came from.

·       How to know when it’s time to start writing your book.

This episode is guaranteed to get you inspired to attend a retreat, read David’s books, and reconsider your relationship to your story and your characters. When you’re ready, grab a drink, find a comfy chair, sit back and enjoy the show!

Learn more about David and check out his novels here: https://davidrocklinauthor.com/

Purchase a copy of David’s craft book, The Write Formula, here. 

To learn more about David’s writing retreats connect with David on Instagram or Facebook:

Instagram: @david.rocklin  or  @the.write.formula  

Facebook: @david.rocklin.75  or  The Write Formula Facebook Group

Listen to Alchemy for Authors Episode 50: Storytelling with David Rocklin here. 

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

Purchase my new Paranormal Cozy Hades’s Haunt here: https://books2read.com/hadesshaunt

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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.

·       How the Enneagram can help you create authentic characters and story themes that really resonate with your readers.

·       Why your ‘Writing Why’ is never about money!

This episode is guaranteed to get you thinking differently about your author identity and career. If you’re ready to supercharge your writing career and become an aligned author, then this episode is for you!

Buy your copy of Claire’s book Reclaim Your Author Career here. 

Visit Claire’s website FFS Media here: https://www.ffs.media/

Enrol in Claire’s course The Hero’s Journey of the Enneagram Masterclass here.

Enrol in Claire’s FREE 5-Day Indie Author Alignment course here. 

Connect with Claire on Instagram here.

Sign up to Claire’s newsletter here: https://www.ffs.media/join

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

Preorder my new Paranormal Cozy Hades’s Haunt here: https://books2read.com/hadesshaunt

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 toll writing gothic suspense had on me.

·       Why it’s important to make writing fun!

·       Why I decided against having a pen name.

·       The inspiration behind my new paranormal cozy, Hades’s Haunt.

The first half of this episode is my personal reflection on why I stepped outside my usual book genre and the impact it’s had on my writing life so far. If you’re a paranormal cozy fan, make sure you stick around for the second half of this episode where I share the first two chapters of Hades’s Haunt.

Hades’s Haunt will be released on July 11th 2023. You can preorder your copy now from:  https://books2read.com/hadesshaunt

If this episode piqued your interest in my gothic suspense novel, Unspoken Truths, click here to purchase as either an eBook or paperback: https://books2read.com/unspokentruths

Find all my books at https://jobuer.com or https://books2read.com/jobuer

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you know of someone who will make a great guest for a future episode of Alchemy for Authors, please email me your interest here: jo@jobuer.com

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 memoir.

·       The impact past-life memories have had on her fiction.

·       The blurry line between fiction and non-fiction when it comes to the paranormal.

·       How hypnosis can help us correct behaviours and move out of our own way.

·       The invisible forces all around us in our everyday life.

·       Why it’s important to know we’re more powerful than we think.

This episode is guaranteed to get you thinking differently about your writing and the world you inhabit. Settle down for another inspiring episode of Alchemy for Authors!

Visit Tammy’s website and purchase her books here: https://www.tammytyree.com/

Connect with Tammy on Facebook here. 

 Connect with Tammy on Instagram here. 

Email Tammy here: tammy@tammytyree.com

Other resources mentioned in this episode:

·       The Millionaire Author Manifestation Course – Join the waitlist here: https://academy.authorrevolution.org/millionaire-author-manifestation-waitlist

·       Remarkable Healings by Dr. Modi - Purchase here. 

·       Many Lives, Many Masters by Brian L. Weiss, M.D. - Purchase here. 

·       Dr. Joe Dispenza – Visit his website here: https://drjoedispenza.com/

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

Preorder my new Paranormal Cozy Hades’s Haunt here: https://books2read.com/hadesshaunt

I’m looking for guests. Email me your interest here: jo@jobuer.com

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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.leuchtturm1917.us/

·       Clever Fox Planners: https://cleverfoxplanner.com/

·       Steff Green’s Website (includes links to the Writing Your Skeleton Draft course): https://www.rageagainstthemanuscript.com/home

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.

If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors

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Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 author career wings.

·       Why loving your books could be the secret ingredient to your success.

·       How to let go of money wounds, money blocks, and limiting beliefs.

·       Why your manifestations may not be working.

·       How to better tune into your intuition.

·       And the power of the Millionaire Orgasm.

Wherever you are on your author journey, and however much you think you know about manifestation, this episode is certain to inspire and surprise.

Visit Renee’s website and purchase Write to Riches here: https://write2riches.com/

Check out Renee’s fiction here: https://reneeroseromance.com/

Join Renee’s Author Abundance Central Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/authorabundance

Sign up to the waitlist for the Write to Riches 8-Week Course here: https://waitlist.write2riches.com/2023

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense or want to stay in the loop about my new Paranormal Cozy Hades’s Haunt, you can join my reader’s newsletter here.

Check out my latest book, Between: A Gothic Novella, here.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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, and what to let go of.

·       The magic question I ask myself every day to ensure I’m reaching my goals and ending the day feeling accomplished.

·       A little-known way to supercharge your affirmations, break habits, and put an end to overwhelm.

·       And why sometimes the thing you most need to do is nothing!

If you’ve ever found yourself drowning in to-do lists, and overwhelmed and burnt out trying to do ALL the things, then this episode is for you!

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Useful Recourses:

·       Alchemy for Authors Episode 1: Finding Your Writing Why  

·       The Artist’s Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity by Julia Cameron 

·       The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level by Gay Hendricks

·       The 80/20 Principle: Achieve More with Less by Richard Koch

·       ”I Don’t” Versus “I Can’t”: When Empowered Refusal Motivates Goal-Directed Behavior by Vanessa M. Patrick & Henrik Hagtvedt  

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here: https://www.subscribepage.com/manifestationforauthors

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. 

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 and tricks for researching, choosing a style guide, and working with a book coach.

Other things we discuss on this episode include:

·       How turning 40 was the catalyst to get Emma to write her first novel.

·       The serendipitous circumstances that led Emma to become one of the lead authors for Launch Pad.

·       The value of investing in a book coach and why book coaches are not some new-fangled fad.

·       How so many authors get the concept of character flaws wrong.

·       And how writing a book can have a positive effect on all areas of your life!

Whether you’re a new or experienced author, independently or traditionally published, this episode and the book Launch Pad, are for you!

Visit Emma’s website here: https://emmadhesi.com/

Connect with Emma on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/emmadhesiauthor

Purchase Launch Pad: The Countdown to Writing Your Book here. 

Listen to Episode 4 of Alchemy for Authors – Banishing Imposter Syndrome with Emma Dhesi here. 

If you’re ready to level-up your author career by increasing your royalties, gaining more readers, dropping the struggling artist mindset, and embracing a truly abundant author life, then get in quick and grab Millionaire Author Coach Carissa Andrew’s May Abundance Expansion Course Bundle. Carissa is offering her Abundant Author Activation course, Millionaire Author Challenge, and her Abundant Author Alignment course as one amazing bundle for 50% off but only until May 15th, 2023.

Get the May Abundance Expansion Course Bundle here. 

* Please Note: This is an affiliate link. I only recommend courses and products I believe in and have invested in myself. Purchases made through this link support me with a small kickback at no extra charge to you.

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here.

Check out my latest book, Between: A Gothic Novella, here: https://books2read.com/BetweenAGothicNovella

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 accident and brush with death was the catalyst for him taking his writing seriously.

·       How freelancing grew his skills in the business side of writing.

·       Why writing on the beach is overrated.

·       Why education is essential to success, but an MFA isn’t.

·       The skills and traits you need to make a living as an author, and why it’s okay to keep writing as a hobby.

·       Signs you’re ready to quit your day job.

·       The impact of a writing career on your family and friends.

·       The unusual things people will ask you as an author.

·       And why writing for a living is the most amazing profession you’ll ever embark on!

If you’re ready, or even just curious, about taking your writing to the next level and embarking on a full-time writing career, then this episode is for you!

Visit Troy’s website here: https://troylambertwrites.com/

Connect with Troy on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/authortroy/

Connect with Troy on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/authortroy

Listen to Episode 47 of Alchemy for Authors – Plotting with Plottr with Troy Lambert here. 

Purchase or trial Plottr here. * Please Note: This is an affiliate link. Purchases made through this link support me with a small kickback at no extra charge to you.

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here: https://www.subscribepage.com/manifestationforauthors

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. 

Check out my latest book, Between: A Gothic Novella, here: https://books2read.com/BetweenAGothicNovella

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 and hauntings.

·       Why people need scary stories.

·       What it really means to publish wide.

·       How to be a relaxed author if your book gets pirated.

·       The power that comes from asking yourself: Would you rather have a million dollars or a million readers?

Mark’s humour, optimism, and passion for the writing life make this an episode you’re not going to want to miss.

If you want to hear more conversations between Mark and myself, make sure you check out Episode 297 of the Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing podcast titled Enthusiasm, Encouragement, and Alchemy for Authors with Jo Buer, here.

Visit Mark’s website here: https://markleslie.ca/

Connect with Mark on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/markleslielefebvre

Connect with on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/markleslielefebvre/

Listen to the Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing podcast here: https://markleslie.ca/podcast/

Find Mark’s books here: https://markleslie.ca/bibliography/

Books by Mark mentioned in this episode:

Haunted Hamilton       

Killing it on Kobo     

Wide for the Win    

The 7 P’s of Publishing Success   

Other resources mentioned in this episode:

The Relaxed Author – By Mark Leslie Lefebvre & Joanna Penn 

The Creative Penn Podcast – Hosted by Joanna Penn  

The Facebook Group – Wide for the Win  

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a  copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. 

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

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 in your story.

·       The number one attribute ALL writers need.

·       And why writers need other writers.

You’re not going to want to miss this entertaining and informative episode on storytelling with David Rocklin!

Visit David’s website here: http://davidrocklinauthor.com/

Connect with David on Facebook here.  

Connect with The Write Formula on Facebook here. 

Connect with David on Instagram here. 

Connect with The Write Formula on Instagram here. 

Find Davids’s books here:

The Write Formula        

The Night Language       

The Luminist        

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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this episode I share my personal experience of what happens when writer’s go too long without writing, why it is important for us to write, and what we can do when we find ourselves in a writing slump. If you’re passionate about writing and feel called to write but are struggling to get to the page, or you’re resisting the invitation to become a writer, then this episode is for you!

For information on Julia Cameron and Morning Pages as mentioned in this episode, visit: https://juliacameronlive.com/

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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

 In this episode I talk with best-selling Medical Mystery author and wellness advocate, Amy S. Peele. Amy shares the essential ingredients for writing a compelling mystery, why bad colleagues can make for great fictional murder victims, and how you can create a healthy writing practice for yourself. Amy also shares a hand yoga video you can use to break up long writing sessions.

Whether you’re looking for mindset, craft, or wellness tips, Amy has you covered.

Visit Amy’s website here: https://amyspeele.com/

Connect with Amy on Facebook here. 

Connect with Amy on Instagram here. 

Find Amy’s books here: https://amyspeele.com/books/

Watch Amy’s 2-minute Hand Yoga video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTvKo0Q7IQU&t=9s

For more information on Julia Cameron and Morning Pages visit: https://juliacameronlive.com/

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Welcome to this bonus episode of Alchemy for Authors!

In this week’s episode I talk with best-selling author, CEO of Author Revolution, and Millionaire Author Coach, Carissa Andrews, about her upcoming FREE Abundant Author Activation Masterclass and her Millionaire Author Manifestation Course.

If you’re ready to transform your relationship with money, upgrade your mindset and manifest your dream author career, then listen to Carissa explain how she can help you do this.

Join Carissa on Monday 20th February CDT for her FREE 90-minute Abundant Author Activation Masterclass. She will be sharing 5 principles to reset your money mentality and lock-in the frequency of abundance. She’ll also be joined by Board Certified Hypnotherapist, Tammy Tyree, who will lead a group hypnotherapy session to intentionally activate the abundant author in you.

And if you really want to make 2023 your most abundant author year yet, join Carissa’s Millionaire Author Manifestation Course – a 12-week, hands-on manifestation course for authors. Throughout the course you’ll get trainings on rewiring your brain for abundance, harnessing the Law of Attraction to supercharge your author career, and learn how to create your Millionaire Author Persona. You’ll get exclusive access to the Millionaire Author Squad community, group hypnotherapy sessions lead by Tammy, meditations, and enjoy weekly LIVE Zoom group coaching calls. 

What’s more – I’ll be doing it alongside you!

Sign up for Carissa’s Abundant Author Activation Masterclass here: https://academy.authorrevolution.org/a/2147528470/woteKkRf

Sign up for Carissa’s Millionaire Author Manifestation Course here:  https://academy.authorrevolution.org/a/2147529641/woteKkRf

* Please Note: I am an affiliate for Carissa’s Millionaire Author Manifestation Course. As a student of this course in its Beta form, I stand by how transformative it can be for those who do the work. As an affiliate I get a small kickback at no extra charge to you.

Visit Carissa’s website here: https://millionaireauthorcoach.com/

Connect with Carissa on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorRevolution/

Connect with Carissa on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/millionaireauthorcoach/

Listen to Episode 16 of Alchemy for Authors – Millionaire Author Mindset with Carissa Andrews here.

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this week’s episode I talk with mystery author and Plottr education lead, Troy Lambert, about plotting and using the innovative plotting software Plottr to increase your productivity and write books that will keep your readers coming back for more!

Some of the topics discussed in this episode include:

·       How Plottr can be used to increase your productivity and revolutionise the quality of your stories.

·       How to use Plottr as a Discovery Writer or Pantser without killing your creativity.

·       How plotting can make writing more enjoyable.

·        How watching movies can help with plotting.

·       How to write Potato Chip Chapters.

If you’re ready to become a prolific author with more readers begging for your stories, or you just want to fine-tune your own plotting process, then this is the episode for you! 

Visit Troy’s website here: https://troylambertwrites.com/

Connect with Troy on Instagram here. 

Connect with Troy on Facebook here. 

Use my affiliate link to purchase or trial Plottr here or visit https://plottr.com/

* Please Note: There is no extra charge to you when clicking my affiliate link it simply gives me a small kickback to show support.

Listen to Episode 21 of Alchemy for Authors – Harnessing The Power Of Your Future Self here. 

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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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.

·       Why you don’t need the label of “bestselling author” to be a bestselling author.

·       How to, and why you should, romanticise your writing life!

If you’re looking at selling more books while enjoying the process, then this episode will share the practical steps and mindset shifts needed to do both.

Visit the Talk Plus Tell website here: https://talkplustell.com/

Grab your FREE copy of The Ultimate Author Checklist here: https://talkplustell.com/ultimate-author-checklist/

Follow Lyda on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/talkplustell/

Follow Lyda on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/talkplustell

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.

If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors

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If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

Whether you’re a sports fan or want to learn more about marketing non-fiction, I have a great show for you today. In this episode I talk with Kevin Bryant, author of Spies on the Sidelines: The High-Stakes World of NFL Espionage.

Some of the topics discussed in this episode include:

• Why Kevin structures his marketing plan around getting on podcasts and radio stations.
• How he got on 35+ podcasts and 20+ radio shows including ESPN and CBS.
• Why you should consider academic sales and how it can boost your profits.
• The pros and cons of being traditionally published versus self-published.

For NFL fans he also shares:

• Why the Big Game inspires increased spying as well as increased paranoia.
• Which NFL team hired eighteen Navy Seals to protect against spying.
• The ridiculous extent that some teams go to to learn about their opponents, including donning costumes and disguises.
• What Telephone Climbing Schools have to do with American Football.

If you’re ready to supercharge your marketing and enjoy stories about the high-stakes world of NFL espionage, then this is the episode for you!

Connect with Kevin on Instagram here. 

Connect with Kevin on Facebook here.

Visit Kevin’s website and find links to purchase his book here: https://www.spiesonthesidelines.com/

Listen to Episode 22 of Alchemy for Authors - Whatever it Takes: Traditionally Publishing Non-Fiction with Kevin Bryant here.

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. 

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this episode, I share a brief personal update and then talk with prolific author, Kelly Kaur.

Some of the topics discussed in this episode include:

• How Kelly got a poem and book sent to the moon.
• How she went from twenty years of dreaming about writing a book to writing one in 100 days.
• How Kelly dances with rejection and keeps writing.
• How she overcame her resistance to calling herself a writer.
• Why Kelly’s writing practice doesn’t follow rules.
• Why writing to connect is more exciting than money.

If you’re ready to take more chances with your writing, then this is the episode for you!

Connect with Kelly on Instagram here.

Connect with Kelly on Facebook here.

Visit Kelly’s website and learn more about her stories and poems here: https://www.kellykaur.com/

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. 

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Happy New Year and welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this episode, I reflect on twenty things I learned in 2022 while writing, podcasting and being an author. I hope that by sharing my journey, you will find things that resonate with you, inspire you, or encourage you to reflect on your own writing journey, so that you too can charge into 2023 confident in moving closer to your goals.

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and reach other authors and writers like yourself.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

The Creative Penn’s Your Author Business Plan: https://creative-penn-courses.teachable.com/p/author-business-plan

Alchemy for Authors: Episode 20: Intuition and Success for Authors with Becca Syme: https://jobuer.com/episode-20-intuition-and-success-for-authors-with-becca-syme/

Connect with Me:

Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Email: jo@jobuer.com

Join the Alchemy for Authors Facebook Page here. 

Join my newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. 

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this episode, I talk with author and freelance journalist Sandi Schwartz about Eco-happiness for authors. Sandi shares her journey to publishing her books, Finding Ecohappiness and Sky’s Search for Ecohappiness. Sandi also shares how we can use nature to reduce stress, and boost our happiness, productivity and creativity.

Connect with Sandi on Instagram here. 

Connect with Sandi on Facebook here.

Visit Sandi’s websites here: https://www.sandischwartz.com/ or https://ecohappinessproject.com/

Find out more about Sandi’s Environmental Writing Podcast here. 

Please note: Alchemy for Authors will now release fortnightly. Episode 44 will drop on January 2nd 2023.

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. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. 

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/