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L. J. Armstrong is an Australian writer and director. On this episode we talk about how L.J, has used his experiences with screen writing and directing to turn his hand to novel writing. You can find his work here. https://www.amazon.com.au/Forged-Exile-Part-L-J-Armstrong-ebook/dp/B0F28Q777R

During this episode I refer to a previous episode. https://open.spotify.com/episode/5MtwWTpuOL9lBLkZ2zliyG?si=7KaSbyTVQu-_9gOypbimOg

It’s time again for Clunes Booktown Festival. This year I will be joining with some local authors in a fantasy writers marquee. One of those authors, Jade Andrews joins me for an interview. You can find out more about Jade Andrews at https://bookburrow.com.au/collections/jade-andrews. For more information about Clunes Booktown, go to https://clunesbooktown.org.au/

Rose Harvey is a multi award winning author. In this episode I talk to Rose about submitting manuscripts for writing prizes and using quick release to drive sales of your books. I also talk about this year’s Clunes Book Town festival coming up next month. You can find out more about Book Town at https://clunesbooktown.org.au/.

To get involved in the Valentine’s Day Stuff Your Kindle, go to https://www.threads.net/@aussieindiereads

For more information about Rose Harvey go to https://www.roseharveyauthor.com.au/.

The October 2024 episode of the podcast can be found here https://open.spotify.com/episode/5sJRV0m3ggTj1MdXTjGoWk?si=CTM72meMTPWvCUf1SBirNg.

It’s a new year and a new book from friend of the show, Lindsey Kinsella. Lindsey talks about his new book Broken Voyage and I talk about what’s new for me this year. Links to other episodes mentioned :) So you have another book in you https://open.spotify.com/episode/3GMzPRjkWC11RUS7tsGsX4?si=_1e66lqJRQedehYot7a4vg Are you ready to go viral? https://open.spotify.com/episode/4HOUc8wD5KYrLE9OSCZ1q4?si=XMApvRffSdSxPW3sM4saPA

Time travel and dinosaurs anyone? https://open.spotify.com/episode/6ywlt9lx8R9V4OqsZhg7Gk?si=APGOjsneRmG3jnpm_Kr2jQ

In this special Christmas themed episode, I talk to four different authors about their Christmas books. Tori Woods, author of Mistlehoe. Tori Woods (@toriwoods.author) • Instagram photos and videos Urban fantasy author Victoria Vassallo. Victoria Vassallo Author | Urban Fantasy Fiction And sister duo Nikki Perry and Kirsty Roby. Author | NikkiPerryKirstyRoby

November 2nd, 2024, is the 3rd Chapter Indie Bookworm event. Find out more about two of the attending authors in this month's episode:

Sapphic Fantasy author JC Rycroft Home - JC Rycroft

and Epic Fantasy author Anthony Kearle.

You can also find out more about the Indie Bookworm events at Home | The Book Booth

Warning Spoilers! If you haven’t read my books yet this episode has some spoilers. This short episode is a fun discussion about my books from Notebook LM. Enjoy.

Liz Monument is an author, book coach, and a script doctor. In this episode we talk about how to take you manuscripts to the next level. You can find out more about Liz and some amazing resources at www.lizmonument.com.

In this episode I speak briefly about using Universal Fantasy to add “butter” to your writing. I also interview author Claudia Klein about using Kickstarter and Newsletter Building to grow her authors career. If you want to know more about Claudia’s newsletter building you can contact her via @claudiakleinauthor on Instagram. To learn more about adding butter to your writing check out T. Taylor’s book here. https://www.amazon.com.au/FIGURE-FICTION-Universal-Fantasy-ANYONE-ebook/dp/B09FGZQV4D

In this episode I talk to author Kimberly Muka Powers, about how she has drawn on her expertise as a mental health professional and her own struggles with mental health to publish her new award winning book, A Mind Restored. You can find out more at kimberlymukapowers.com

A short episode today live from Clunes Book Town Festival. I get some elevator pitches from some fellow indie authors. You can find out more about Book Town at https://www.clunesbooktown.com.au/

Do you dream of seeing your book adapted to the big screen? American author D. Eric Maikranz shares the amazing story of how a crazy idea unfolded, seeing his novel The Reincarnationist Papers, turned into the Hollywood film Infanite, starring Mark Wahlberg.

On the first episode for 2024, I talk to author Olivia Wearne. Olivia has two books published through Fiction HQ (Harper Collins). Olivia and I talk about how she used rejection from publishers as fuel to achieve her dream of becoming a traditionally published author.

In the final episode for season 2, the featured author is… Me! I talk to my friend Ben about me, my books, and my journey as a writer.

Jaye Pratt is an Australian Indie who has published almost 30 books. In this episode, we talk about how to move your writing from a hobby to a business.

This episode features Alfred Muller. We talk about bringing religious mythology into modern day writing and how to overcome writers block.

In this episode I give some hints about selling your book face-to-face and talk to author D.M. Foley about making connections with your readers.

In this month’s episode I talk to Lindsey Kinsella about what it’s like to publish your second book compared to your first.

This episode I talk to Author A.P. Beswick (Adam Beswick). Adam and I talk about how TickTok has been instrumental in him becoming a full time author, but that you need to have things ready when these opportunities arise.

This episode features Canadian author Joan Kenny. Joan talks about turning a lifetime of experiences into great fiction.

In this episode I talk to author Kristine Fitzgerald about the importance of writing for the love of it.

This month I talk to fantasy writer Jennifer Becker about co-writing and about the creativity that has bloomed out of the pandemic.

In the first episode for 2023, I talk to USA Today best selling author about choosing to forgo traditional publishing for self publishing.

In the final episode for 2022, I speak to Canadian author Alice Hanov about how she has turned her childhood creations into rich YA fantasy books.

First time indie author Caitronia Drexler explains how she has taken on the roles of writer, editor, designer, and publisher to release first novel “A Life Unplanned”

In this episode the authors of The Voidstalker Extraction, Liv Evans and Jay Thomas, give some tips for co-writing when you live on opposite sides of the world.

This month I talk to my first international guest Lindsey Kinsella about his book The Lazarus Taxa.

This months episode is all about audiobooks. I talk to Renee Conoulty and Nikki Minty about the pros and cons of creating audiobooks in a verity of ways.

In the July 2022 episode I talk to indie author Michelle Ham about her books and the benefits of having a supportive community.

From books to movies, what makes a great sequel? Cinematographer and media teacher, Troy Beggs speaks with me about what makes a good follow up to the original.

In this episode, I talk to fantasy author K Isabella Frost about world building and using gaming to grow your characters.

In the April 22 episode I talk to The multi-talented JP McDonald. We talk about his book the Invisible Tether and discuss the importance of finding different ways to feed your creativity.

This month I talk to SciFi author Liv Evans about writing things that you enjoy rather than worrying about if other people will like your book.

In this episode I talk to author J.S. Davidson about how we all make mistakes, but that we should never let mistakes hold us back. I also share about some things happening in my home town.

In my first episode for 2022 I talk to RWA finalist, romance writer Katerina Simms about going wide with your books.

In my last episode for 2021 I speak to Andrew Einspruch, humorous fantasy writer about the importance of writing everyday.

In today’s episode I talk to soon to be published author Zara J Black. We discuss the joys and trials of writing your first novel.

In this episode Jenn from Redink Creative talks to me about the importance of editing your manuscript.

Today I talk to Robert Lewers, author of Seth, about his ever evolving journey as a published author.

Today I talk to the author of “Words of Bek” Becky Paros, about the benefits and pitfalls of self publishing.

In this episode I talk to Australian indie author Renee Conoulty. We discuss how to launch your author business without it costing you an arm and a leg or your sanity.