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The Black Herron: Episode 3201 May 202500:55:43

Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number thirty-two between Rachael Herron and I.

Don’t forget, Patrons get early access to these Black Herron episodes an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.

To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.

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If you haven’t read The Anatomy of a Best Seller, what are you waiting for? Grab my latest craft book and start deconstructing so you can write your own best seller today.

292: Lessons Learned from Six Years of Writing Full-Time30 Apr 202501:05:58

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover:

  • Income update
  • Asset update
  • Lesson 1: Understanding What I’m Good At
  • Lesson 2: Understanding my Energy Flow
  • Lesson 3: Growth Means Change
  • Lesson 4: No Matter What, This is Always Better

Read the full blog with graphics on my website.

291 Turning Serialisation into Serious Business with KimBoo York23 Apr 202500:48:28

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Differences between serials and novels
  • Planning your story when writing serials
  • Knowing when to end each episode
  • Is there money in writing serials?
  • Marketing serialized fiction

Find out more about KimBoo:

houseofyork.info

Rebel of the Week is: Karla If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack 

290 Why Good Writers Get Stuck (And How to Break Through) with Lori Puma16 Apr 202500:56:22

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Common roadblocks writers hit in their manuscripts
  • How to get unstuck
  • Navigating craft advice without getting overwhelmed
  • Keeping readers engaged throughout a romance
  • Tips for improving conflict and tension

Find out more about Lori:

LoriPuma.com

Subscribe to the What Fiction Craft Books Leave Out series

Scribophile

Rebel of the Week is: Carey If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Lo Dodds. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

289 The Hungry Author Mindset with Ariel Curry09 Apr 202500:47:58

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • The concept of the hungry author mindset and how to develop it
  • Building an author platform beyond social media
  • How to use a book map
  • Patterns of authors who have sustainable, long-term careers
  • Biggest mistakes nonfiction writers make

Find out more about Ariel:

Instagram @hungryauthors

hungryauthors.com

Rebel of the Week is: Mark If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Nicole Hutton. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack 

288 Writing Historical Fantasy with Nicole Glover02 Apr 202500:53:51

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • The research process for historical fantasy
  • Balancing historical accuracy and fantasy elements
  • Crafting period-appropriate dialogue
  • Writing series versus standalones
  • Marketing historical fantasy books

Find out more about Nicole:

nicole-glover.com

Instagram @authornicoleglover

Bluesky @nicoleglover.bsky.social

Substack

Rebel of the Week is: Julie If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Anna Trolson. A big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack 

The Black Herron: Episode 3101 Apr 202500:54:35

Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number thirty-one between Rachael Herron and I.

Don’t forget, Patrons get early access to these Black Herron episodes an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.

To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.

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If you like dark humour, learning through examples and want to create the best villains you can, then you’ll love Sacha Black’s guide to crafting superbad villains. Read 13 Steps to Evil today and start creating kick-ass villains.

287 Aristotle for Novelists - Principles on the Art of Story with Douglas Vigliotti26 Mar 202501:25:45

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • What Aristotle can teach us about writing novels
  • Writing vs. story
  • The six components of a story
  • How to make story more believable
  • Using logic to better create a villain

Links I mentioned: 

Girl Games: NSFW Special Edition Kickstarter

Find out more about Douglas:

Instagram @douglasvigliotti 

AristotleforNovelists.com

Rebel of the Week is: Zachary Kai If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

2 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Elle Mae and Effie. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack 

286 Manifesting and Selling on TikTok Shop with Emily Blackwood19 Mar 202500:55:32

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • The logistics of selling on TikTok Shop
  • What products sell the most
  • Creating content to drive people to your TikTok Shop
  • Selling on TikTok Shop vs. direct through your author website
  • How TikTok Shop can affect your algorithm

Links I mentioned:

Girl Games: NSFW Special Edition Kickstarter

Find out more about Emily:

Instagram and TikTok: @authoremilyblackwood

TikTok Shop: @blackwoodbooks

Rebel of the Week is: Avril  If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

285 Writing an Identity Not Your Own with Alex Temblador12 Mar 202501:09:03

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Digging into identity when crafting characters
  • Recognising our own unconscious biases 
  • What intersectionality is – and its importance in writing
  • Considerations when writing dialogue and accents
  • Receiving feedback from sensitivity readers

Links I mentioned:

Girl Games: NSFW Special Edition Kickstarter

Find out more about Alex:

@Alex_Temblador (IG, Threads, Twitter)

Writing an Identity Not Your Own

AlexTemblador.com

Rebel of the Week is: Morgan If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

2 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Rachel Beaney and Gerry Fitzgerald. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

284 Why Your Writing Dreams Matter with Josee Smith05 Mar 202500:59:35

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Mindset shifts to balance writing with family life
  • How to find your creative identity again
  • The benefits of pursuing your creative goals
  • Finding time to write when busy
  • Tips for reconnecting with your creativity

Links I mentioned:

Girl Games: NSFW Special Edition Kickstarter

Find out more about Josee:

Instagram @joseesmithbookcoach

Rebel of the Week is: Karen  If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack 

The Black Herron: Episode 3001 Mar 202500:55:06

Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number thirty between Rachael Herron and I.

Don’t forget, Patrons get early access to these Black Herron episodes an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.

To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.

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If you like dark humour, learning through examples and want to create the best villains you can, then you’ll love Sacha Black’s guide to crafting superbad villains. Read 13 Steps to Evil today and start creating kick-ass villains.

283 The Art of Audiobook Narration with Charlie Albers26 Feb 202501:01:24

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Working with a co-narrator
  • What makes a book more fun/easy/hard to narrate
  • Tips for narrating spicy scenes
  • Tips to tailor your book more for audio
  • Creating the voice of a character
  • The process of narrators and authors working together

Links I mentioned:

Girl Games: NSFW Special Edition Kickstarter

Find out more about Charlie:

@albersactor on all socials

AppleTreeAudio.com

Rebel of the Week is: Melissa If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

282 Crafting Conflict & Tension with A.Y. Chao19 Feb 202501:05:22

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Exploring themes of identity and belonging
  • The difference between conflict and tension
  • Building sustainable tension across a novel and a series
  • How to create subtle conflict between characters
  • Using cliffhangers vs softer hooks

Links I mentioned:

Girl Games: NSFW Special Edition Kickstarter

Find out more about A.Y.:

Instagram @ay_chao

Shanghai Immortal

Rebel of the Week is: Jenn Storey If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Chris. A big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

281 What Makes an Amazing Author Website with Charlotte Duckworth12 Feb 202501:04:24

Episode Show Notes

  • How important is an author website?
  • Recommended platforms and features for author websites
  • Optimising your author website to drive sales
  • The importance of author branding in creating a cohesive website
  • Using your website to build your mailing list
  • Website metrics to pay attention to

Links I mentioned:

Page Turner Pacing Kickstarter

Girl Games: NSFW Special Edition Kickstarter

Find out more about Charlotte:

CharlotteDuckworthStudio.com

Instagram @charduck

Rebel of the Week is: Eden the Pigeon Wrangler If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

No new patrons, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack 

This episode is sponsored by Fictionary

Find out more about Fictionary Software + Fictionary Live! here.

As a rebel listener you can get 25% off StoryTeller, StoryTeller Premium and certification with code REBEL25.

280 Editorial Alchemy: Turning Good Writing into Literary Gold with Rebecca Faith Heyman05 Feb 202501:02:22

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Differences between developmental editing, line editing, copy editing, and proofreading
  • What type of editing to invest in if you’re on a budget
  • What makes a good first line
  • Common mistakes new authors make in story
  • An editor’s process of reviewing a manuscript

Links I mentioned:

Page Turner Pacing Kickstarter

Girl Games: NSFW Special Edition Kickstarter

Find out more about Rebecca:

Instagram @beccafaithheyman

rebeccafaitheditorial.com

Rebel of the Week is: Gigi If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

Two new patrons this month, welcome and thank you to Lexi Le and Rasana Atreya. A big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KOBO WRITING LIFE

Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.

The Black Herron: Episode 2901 Feb 202500:52:14

Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-nine between Rachael Herron and I.

Don’t forget, Patrons get early access to these Black Herron episodes an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.

To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.

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If you like dark humour, learning through examples and want to create the best villains you can, then you’ll love Sacha Black’s guide to crafting superbad villains. Read 13 Steps to Evil today and start creating kick-ass villains.

279 Using Pinterest in Your Author Business with Heather Farris29 Jan 202500:53:47

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Using Pinterest to promote your books
  • What content performs best for authors on Pinterest
  • Key elements of setting up a good pin
  • Planning Pinterest content for a book launch
  • Keeping readers engaged in a series between book releases

Links I mentioned:

Page Turner Pacing Kickstarter

Find out more about Heather:

Instagram @heatherfarrisco_

YouTube

Rebel of the Week is: Richard If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

278 Taking BookTok by Storm with Cozy Small Town Romance with Melissa McTernan22 Jan 202500:53:46

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • What resonates with BookTok readers
  • Tips for worldbuilding
  • Creating a brand identity
  • Tropes for cozy romance
  • How social media is changing the landscape for romance authors and readers
  • Dealing with increased attention from readers

Links I mentioned:

Page Turner Pacing Kickstarter

Find out more about Melissa:

Instagram @lauriegilmore_author

Instagram @melissamcternan

MelissaMct.com

Rebel of the Week is: Anthony J If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

3 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Senja Laakso, Amber, and Kelsey labas. A big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

277 Tapping into Tropes in Fantasy & Sci-Fi with Jennifer Hilt15 Jan 202500:59:31

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • What makes tropes so powerful
  • Using tropes to help outline
  • Avoiding cliches when using tropes
  • Tropes that consistently resonate with readers
  • How to use tropes in marketing

Find out more about Jennifer:

The Trope Thesaurus : An Author Resource Guide

Substack

YouTube

Facebook

Rebel of the Week is: Chris If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

3 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Melanie Reber, Bethany Tucker, Heather Flyte. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

This episode is sponsored by Fictionary

Find out more about Fictionary StoryCoach Certification here.

As a rebel listener you can get 25% off StoryTeller, StoryTeller Premium and certification with code REBEL25.

276 Why Wide? Diversifying Your Book Distribution with Erin Wright08 Jan 202501:02:50

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • What does having your books “wide” mean

  • Advantages and disadvantages of your books being wide

  • Dealing with losing Kindle Unlimited page reads

  • Different marketing approaches for different platforms

  • Planning your releases when publishing wide

Learn More about Erin:

Erin's Website

Sign up for free replays of courses

Wide for the Win Courses

Rebel of the Week is: Richard If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

2 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Erin Lynn Austin and Martha Knox. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KOBO WRITING LIFE

Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.

The Black Herron: Episode 2801 Jan 202500:58:49

Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-eight between Rachael Herron and I. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.

To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.

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If you haven’t read The Anatomy of a Best Seller, what are you waiting for? Grab my latest craft book and start deconstructing so you can write your own best seller today.

275 Starting the Year with Gratitude and Community01 Jan 202500:52:22

Links I mentioned:

Follow the Girl Games Kickstarter

 

If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack 

274 Lessons Learned From a Kick-Ass Kickstarter with Sacha and Petra25 Dec 202400:53:10

Links I mentioned:

Follow the Girl Games Kickstarter

 

If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack 

273 How to Create a World-Class Substack with Russell Nohelty18 Dec 202401:13:59

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • What Substack is and how it works
  • Utilizing “Notes” on Substack effectively
  • Substack as a new way for authors to monetize their work
  • The importance of branding
  • How to analyze the data from Substack
  • How to increase engagement

Find out more about Russell:

The Author Stack

Writer MBA

How to Build a World Class Substack

Rebel of the Week is: Karla If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Kat Vroman. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

This episode is sponsored by Fictionary

Find out more about Fictionary Software + Fictionary Live! here.

As a rebel listener you can get 25% off StoryTeller, StoryTeller Premium and certification with code REBEL25.

 

272 The Ins and Outs of International Signings with Jacqueline Hayley11 Dec 202400:52:44

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Breaking into the US market as an international author
  • In-person and virtual signings 
  • Main benefits of attending book signings
  • Logistics of attending international book signing events
  • Balancing travel time with your writing schedule
  • Tips for energy management

Links I mentioned: 

Order House of Crimson Curses direct from me

Order House of Crimson Curses on all platforms

Find out more about Jacqueline:

JacquelineHayleyAuthor.com HaileyJay.com

Rebel of the Week is: Rachel If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Gina. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack 

THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KOBO WRITING LIFE

Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.

271 The Pivot From Trad Pub to Indie with Sasha Wasley04 Dec 202401:03:16

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Changes in indie publishing in the last 8 years
  • Necessary skill sets for returning to indie publishing
  • Marketing and promotion differences between trad and indie
  • Advice for switching from trad to indie publishing
  • Current trends in trad and indie publishing

Links I mentioned:

Preorder House of Crimson Curses direct from me

Preorder House of Crimson Curses on all platforms

Find out more about Sasha:

Preorder Ghostling

Sasha's Website

Instagram @sashawasley_author

TikTok @ash.harrier

Instagram @ashharrierbooks

Rebel of the Week is: Liz If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

The Black Herron: Episode 2701 Dec 202400:46:55

Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-seven between Rachael Herron and I. 

Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 here.

To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.

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If you like dark humor, learning through examples and want to create perfect prose, then you’ll love my guide to crafting sensational sentences. Read The Anatomy of Prose today and start creating kick-ass stories.

 
270 Mastering Reader Magnets with Z.S Diamanti27 Nov 202401:07:28

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Why reader magnets are important for authors
  • Using TikTok to excel your author career
  • How to promote your reader magnet
  • Keeping readers engaged after the freebies
  • How to come up with prequel/novella ideas

Links I mentioned:

Preorder House of Crimson Curses direct from me

Preorder House of Crimson Curses on all platforms

Find out more about Zac:

Socials: @zsdiamanti

Get his free stories here

Rebel of the Week is: Kiersten Lillis If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Anthony Paparello. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack 

This episode is sponsored by Fictionary

Find out more about Fictionary Software + Fictionary Live! here.

As a rebel listener you can get 25% off StoryTeller, StoryTeller Premium and certification with code REBEL25.

269 TikTok 1 Year On with AP Beswick & Cara Clare20 Nov 202401:08:00

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Overview of the TikTok accountability challenge
  • The biggest challenges in algorithm and audience shifts
  • What content are they making on TikTok
  • Keeping up with TikTok trends
  • Building a sustainable business that doesn’t rely on TikTok

Links I mentioned:

Preorder House of Crimson Curses direct from me

Preorder House of Crimson Curses on all platforms

Find out more about Adam and Cara:

Adam's Author Website

Cara's Author Website

Rebel of the Week is: Karla If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

No new patrons, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack 

268 Creating Cohesive Branding & Innovative Revenue Streams with David Viergutz13 Nov 202400:56:40

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • What brand keywords are and why authors should have them
  • How keywords can guide an author’s marketing
  • Maintaining consistency in your branding across platforms
  • Using other types of writing like “Scaremail” to increase revenue
  • Building and maintaining and engaged email list

Links I mentioned: 

Preorder House of Crimson Curses direct from me

Preorder House of Crimson Curses on all platforms

Find out more about David:

davidviergutz.com

Rebel of the Week is: Chris

If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack 

267 Understanding the Consumer Journey with Celeste Barclay06 Nov 202401:07:16

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Using the consumer journey to build your author business
  • How to start building an author brand
  • Balancing a brand promise with experimentation and growth
  • Considerations for creating repeat readers
  • Social media’s effect on the author-reader relationship

Links I mentioned: 

Preorder House of Crimson Curses direct from me

Preorder House of Crimson Curses on all platforms

Find out more about Celeste:

Celeste Barclay Facebook

Instagram @celestebarclayauthor

Sabine Barclay Facebook

Instagram @sabinebarclayauthor

Rebel of the Week is: Ciara

If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack 

THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KOBO WRITING LIFE

Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.

The Black Herron: Episode 2601 Nov 202400:44:16

Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-six between Rachael Herron and I. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.

To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.

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If you haven’t read The Anatomy of a Best Seller, what are you waiting for? Grab my latest craft book and start deconstructing so you can write your own best seller today.

266 Monster Romance with Jason Pinter30 Oct 202400:53:15

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Different writing approaches for different genres
  • Creating realistic monsters
  • Advice for switching between genres
  • Balancing different elements when crafting a story
  • Keys for reaching a wide audience

Links I mentioned: 

Preorder House of Crimson Curses direct from me

Preorder House of Crimson Curses on all platforms

Find out more about Jason:

Tiktok @JerseyBookGuy

Instagram @JasonPinter

Read Dating & Dismemberment

Rebel of the Week is: Lena

If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Elle Thorpe. A big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

265 Secrets of Writing a Series with Kristina Stanley and Lucy Cooke23 Oct 202401:09:24

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Artistic decisions when setting up a series
  • The different types of series
  • Importance of series unity
  • What a “skeleton blurb” is and how they help in planning a series
  • The role of subplots throughout a series
  • Story arcs for open and closed series

Links I mentioned:

Preorder House of Crimson Curses direct from me

Preorder House of Crimson Curses on all platforms

Release date: 5th December 2024

Find out more about Kristina and Lucy:

fictionary.co

Rebel of the Week is: Jo

If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack 

 

264 Growing & Sustaining a Happier Writing Career with Tiffany Yates Martin16 Oct 202401:06:16

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Maintaining a passion for writing while building a thriving business
  • Dealing with rejection and criticism as a writer
  • Finding your authentic writer’s voice
  • Overcoming writer’s block and the need for perfectionism
  • Imposter syndrome and quieting unhelpful internal voices

Find out more about Tiffany:

FoxPrint Editorial

Tiffany's Books

Instagram

Facebook

YouTube

Rebel of the Week is: Trish

If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

3 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Denise Yoko Berndt, Cheyanna Lynn, and Drayga. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack 

This episode is sponsored by Fictionary

Find out more about Fictionary Software + Fictionary Live! here.

As a rebel listener you can get 25% off StoryTeller, StoryTeller Premium and certification with code REBEL25.

263 Understanding Humour & Writing Funny Fiction with Dave Cohen09 Oct 202401:05:49

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • The importance of humour in fiction
  • Different types of humour
  • The principles of writing funny fiction
  • Making humour work on page
  • Funny vs. offensive – where is the line?
  • Embracing the rebel mindset

Find out more about Dave:

Bluesky @daveiswriting.bsky.social

Funny Up Your Fiction: How to Add Light, Shade and Laughs to Your Novel

Rebel of the Week is: Krista

If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

2 new rebels this week, welcome and thank you to Bethany Hensel and Jo Narayan. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KOBO WRITING LIFE

Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.

262 Level Up Your Email Marketing Game with Liz Wilcox02 Oct 202400:48:41

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • The importance of personality in email marketing
  • How often to send newsletters to your audience
  • Tips for self-promotion
  • How new authors can grow their email lists
  • Measuring the success of your email marketing

Links I mentioned: 

Support my Kickstarter

Find out more about Liz:

The Email Sound Booth Facebook Group

Instagram @thelizwilcox

Rebel of the Week is: Jacqui

If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

2 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Pavlov and GA Rea. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack 

The Black Herron: Episode 2501 Oct 202400:46:59
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-five between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron episode twenty-five. Don’t forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.  

To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.

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If you like dark humour, learning through examples and want to create the best villains you can, then you’ll love Sacha Black’s guide to crafting superbad villains. Read 13 Steps to Evil today and start creating kick-ass villains.

261 Project Managing Kickstarters with Petra Tayler25 Sep 202401:01:59

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • What Kickstarter is and why authors should use it
  • How to project manage better
  • Aligning your Kickstarter with your brand
  • Different wants between Kickstarter backers and normal readers
  • How long does a Kickstarter take – including post production

Links I mentioned: 

Support my Kickstarter

Find out more about Petra:

Petra's Contact Page

Rebel of the Week is: Sasha Wasley

If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

2 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Jacqueline Hayley and Sasha Wasley. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

260 Crafting Multidimensional Villains with Dana Pittman18 Sep 202400:53:45

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Elements of a multidimensional villain
  • Villain’s relationship with the protagonist
  • Common mistakes when creating villains
  • Developing back stories that add depth
  • Building anticipation in your story

Links I mentioned: 

Support my Kickstarter

Find out more about Dana:

Danja Tales

Rebel of the Week is: Matthew

If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Kylie Haddix. A big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

This episode is sponsored by Fictionary

Find out more about Fictionary StoryCoach Certification here.

As a rebel listener you can get 25% off StoryTeller, StoryTeller Premium and certification with code REBEL25.

 

259 Using the Enneagram to Find the YOU in Your Story With Dani Abernathy11 Sep 202401:05:16

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • How to use the enneagram in your work
  • Infusing your personal experiences into your worldbuilding
  • Fully embracing the “you” in your stories
  • Steps for worldbuilding and story development
  • Balancing an immersive universe with multidimensional characters
  • Why stories have the power to change the world

Links I mentioned: 

Follow my Kickstarter

Find out more about Dani:

Instagram @daniabernathyauthor

Untapped Writing Superpower Quiz

Rebel of the Week is: Poornima

If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Julia Gandrud. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KOBO WRITING LIFE

Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.

 

258 Horror, Voice and Co-Writing with an Estate with Daniel Kraus04 Sep 202400:55:44

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Writing process of co-writing with an estate
  • What the horror genre can uniquely express
  • Common mistakes when writing horror
  • How to deepen theme in your work
  • George A. Romero – the man vs. the director

Links I mentioned:

Kimberly Grymes 4 Week Story Prep

Find out more about Daniel:

Pay the Piper

danielkraus.com

Rebel of the Week is: MJ

If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

3 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Samantha Reynolds, May-Brit, and Trish Gillham. A big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

This Show is Sponsored by ProWritingAidhttps://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1010592&u=1810409&m=72053&urllink=&afftrack=

Rebel Discount link

Twitter, Facebook, Instagram

The Black Herron: Episode 2401 Sep 202400:54:17

Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-four between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode twenty-four. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.

To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.

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If you haven’t read The Anatomy of a Best Seller, what are you waiting for? Grab my latest craft book and start deconstructing so you can write your own best seller today.

257 SEO for Authors with Estelle Van de Velde28 Aug 202400:55:12

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • The importance of SEO in an author’s online presence
  • Understanding the intent behind a user’s search
  • Creating SEO-friendly social media captions
  • What keywords are and how to use them
  • Optimising an Amazon book listing for better search visibility

Find out more about Estelle:

Read SEO for Authors

YouTube Channel

Rebel of the Week is: Ida 

If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

A big thank you to Holly Dunn for upping their pledge and to all my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

This episode is sponsored by Fictionary

Find out more about Fictionary Software + Fictionary Live! here.

As a rebel listener you can get 25% off StoryTeller, StoryTeller Premium and certification with code REBEL25.

256 From Indie to Traditional Publishing with Helen Glynn Jones21 Aug 202400:56:19

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • The journey from indie to trad
  • Tips for pitching and querying
  • Biggest differences between trad and indie publishing
  • Common mistakes when approaching traditional publishing
  • Craft lessons learned from ghostwriting

Find out more about Helen:

Threads @HelenGlynnJones

Instagram @HelenGlynnJones

TikTok @helenglynnjones

Read The Last Raven

Rebel of the Week is: Lisa 

If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KOBO WRITING LIFE

Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.

255 Thrifty Tips for a 7-Figure Author Business with Vanessa Vale14 Aug 202400:58:08

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • A "brick-by-brick" strategy for building a 7-figure author career
  • The role consistent output can play in your success
  • Ideas for repurposing intellectual content
  • Developing an author brand that can withstand the whims of the publishing industry
  • Building and maintaining a loyal readership

Find out more about Vanessa:

Instagram @vanessa_vale_author

vanessavaleauthor.com

Rebel of the Week is: Chris

If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack 

 

254 Multiple Pathways to Publishing with Emily E K Murdoch07 Aug 202400:56:59

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Differences between self-publishing, independent publishing, and traditional publishing
  • Publishing across different genres
  • Working with an agent as a self-published author
  • Managing your time and creative energy
  • Advice for diversifying your publishing approaches

Find out more about Emily:

emilyekmurdoch.com

You Can Write More Words Course - 50% off with code REBEL

Preorder Regina

Instagram @emilyekmurdoch

Rebel of the Week is: Ruth

If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

A big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

This Show is Sponsored by ProWritingAidhttps://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1010592&u=1810409&m=72053&urllink=&afftrack=

Rebel Discount link

Twitter, Facebook, Instagram

The Black Herron: Episode 2301 Aug 202400:51:25

Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-three between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode twenty-three. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.

To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.

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If you haven’t read The Anatomy of a Best Seller, what are you waiting for? Grab my latest craft book and start deconstructing so you can write your own best seller today.

253 Thrillers for Young Adults with Kara A Kennedy31 Jul 202400:52:50

Episode Show Notes

In this episode we cover: 

  • Tips for writing toxic characters and dialogue
  • Approaching sensitive topics in a way that is respectful to survivors
  • Checks and considerations when writing about toxic queer relationships
  • Blending supernatural elements into a natural story
  • Finding your target audience as a YA author

Find out more about Kara:

I Will Never Leave You

Instagram @karaaislinn

Rebel of the Week is: Merren

If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com

If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack 

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