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Wish I'd Known Then Podcast For Writers
United States
Приєднався 1 лис 2020
A podcast for self published authors, indie authors, and creative writers about lessons learned.
Writing Conference Recap and Our Writing Process Q&A | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
Episode 242 / We're diving deep into listener questions about everything from drafting and editing techniques, tackling imposter syndrome, and decoding our strengths. 🥤☕️ So grab your favorite beverage-be it Diet Coke or a cup of comforting coffee-and join us for a Wednesday chat about writing. 💙 Become a supporter of the podcast wishidknownforwriters.com/supportAccess to backlist of exclusive supporter episodesPrivate slack groupShoutout on a future episode. 📥 Send us ...
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Matty Dalrymple & Michael LaRonn on Platform Building for Your Personality | Wish I'd Known Then...
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Episode 241 / Whether you're an introvert or extrovert you can develop a platform to grow your author brand. Learn how with authors of From Page to Platform: How to Succeed as an Author Speaker, suspense and thriller author Matty Dalrymple and science fiction & fantasy author M.L. Ronn (Michael La Ronn). Topics:How to match your platform to your personality Tips for effective public speakingCom...
Capitalizing on Trends While Staying True to Genre Expectations with Lynn Morrison and Anne...
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Episode 240 / In 2024, Lynn Morrison and Anne Radcliffe paired their love of regency romances like Bridgerton with their bad habit of killing people in their books to create a new series that they rapid-released, the Crown Jewels Regency Mystery Series. Topics:Why brutal honesty is critical for collaborationHow to spot trendsTips on how to incorporate trends into a genre and still meet reader e...
Making Your Book Launch Last Beyond the Launch with Melanie Herschorn | Wish I'd Known Then . ....
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Episode 239 / Want to make a big impact with your book? Publicist, award-winning journalist, entrepreneur, and author of Make a Big Impact with Your Book, Melanie Herschorn, has tips to help you stand out. Topics: Beyond the Launch: keep promoting-your book is new to someone who hasn’t read it yet Misconceptions around marketing: engage beyond bookstores Building a community and relationships D...
Jami and Sara on Reader Magnets | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
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Episode 238 / Want some ideas on how to get readers on your newsletter list? On this Ask Us Anything episode, we have SO MANY ideas for you! Topics: Expectations for earnings Building a List Preview Promos Reader magnets Difference between pre- and post-novel reader magnets Creative reader magnets 💙 Become a supporter of the podcast wishidknownforwriters.com/support Access to backlist of exclus...
Moving from KU to Direct Sales with Luke Mitchell | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
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Episode 237/Guest: Luke Mitchel, science fiction and fantasy author Topics: Luke’s transition from KU to wide and direct sales Self-editing and revisions and accepting your writing style Writing short stories to refresh the creative process Moving away from social media and focusing on email marketing and direct sales 💙 Become a supporter of the podcast wishidknownforwriters.com/support Access ...
Jessica Firpi on Writing Compelling Save the Cat Moments | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
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Episode 236 / Ever wondered why certain characters steal your heart? This week we chat with Jessica Firpi, a TV and movie reviewer as well as a K-drama enthusiast and podcast host. We explore everything from effective "save the cat" moments to why a sunshine character can make a dark character shine. If you've ever wondered how to make your characters compelling, relatable, and unforgettable, w...
Penn Cole on Writing to Market and Prepping for Publication | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
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Episode 235 / Fantasy romance author Penn Cole shares tips on writing to market in a way that goes beyond the usual analysis of trends and tropes, patience in the writing and publishing process, and translations using an agent. Topics: Penn’s tips on prepping for publication and ARC teams How to research and write to market in a deep way, focusing on why certain books resonate with readers Putt...
Tik Tok Success and Being a Digital Nomad with Liz Shipton | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
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Episode 234 / Liz Shipton is a freelance writer, hybrid author, and full-time, off-grid, liveaboard sailor. She shares how changing her lifestyle to become a digital nomad created more time for writing and how she uses Tik Tok to market her books. 💙 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! Get access to the backlist of exclusive supporter episodes, the private slack group, and a shoutout on a futur...
Writing Hacks with Author and Developmental Editor Barbara Emodi | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For...
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Episode 233 / Ever wished you had some writing hacks to make your drafting and editing go more smoothly? (And who hasn’t?) Then this episode with cozy author Barbara Emodi is for you! Barbara is a developmental editor for emerging writers and has great insights. 💙 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast and get access to the backlist of exclusive supporter episodes, the private slack group, and a s...
Jessie Kwak on Finding Joy in Your Writing Process and Cross-Genre Marketing Tips | Wish I'd...
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Episode 232 / Jessie Kwak writes supernatural thrillers and sci-fi crime as well as nonfiction productivity books including, From Chaos to Creativity and From Big Idea to Book. She shares about finding joy every day, cross genre marketing, and the importance of community. 💙 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! Get access to the backlist of exclusive supporter episodes, the private slack group, ...
Publishing Options with Nick Courtright of Atmosphere Press | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
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Episode 231 / Dr. Nick Courtright of Atmosphere Press, a literary hybrid publisher dedicated to author rights, joins us to discuss different publishing options, letting go of the mindset that you must have an agent, and the importance of a personal brand. 💙 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! Get access to the backlist of exclusive supporter episodes, the private slack group, and a shoutout on...
🔒 Supporter Episode: Enemies to Lovers Trope 🔪→♥️ | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
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Subscriber-only episodeIn this supporter-exclusive chat, we broke down the Enemies to Lovers trope-and it’s not just for romance novels! From Pride and Prejudice to You've Got Mail, we've got tons of insights and examples that show how friction and chemistry can turn rivalry into romance.Why readers love this tropeThe need to maintain the core characteristics of your protagonistsThe difference ...
Finding your Community and Navigating Dyslexia with A.B. Herron | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For...
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Episode 230 / A.B. Herron blends elements of fantasy and romance in her fiction. She shares about balancing a full-time job while diving headfirst into the world of writing, the joy of connecting with readers at book fairs, and the critical role a supportive community plays in overcoming challenges, especially for authors with dyslexia. 💙 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! Get access to the b...
🎭 Relationship Arcs with September Fawkes | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
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Episode 229 / Learn about the four basic types of relationship arcs from freelance developmental editor and writing writing instructor, September Fawkes. Discover how mapping arcs can define the direction and evolution of your characters' relationships and create a dynamic, zigzag narrative. 💙 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! Get access to the backlist of exclusive supporter episodes, the p...
🌦️Writing with ADHD and Surviving Life’s Storms with Liz Long | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For...
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🌦️Writing with ADHD and Surviving Life’s Storms with Liz Long | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For...
📶 Using Excel to Write a Book with Paul Indigo | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
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📶 Using Excel to Write a Book with Paul Indigo | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
✨ Magan Vernon on Navigating Self-Doubt, Criticism, and Creative Renewal | Wish I'd Known Then ....
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✨ Magan Vernon on Navigating Self-Doubt, Criticism, and Creative Renewal | Wish I'd Known Then ....
📱Kate Johnson on Zory and Fiction Apps | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
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📱Kate Johnson on Zory and Fiction Apps | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
🩻 Steffanie Holmes on Skeleton Drafting, Rebanding, and Kickstarter | Wish I'd Known Then . . ....
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🩻 Steffanie Holmes on Skeleton Drafting, Rebanding, and Kickstarter | Wish I'd Known Then . . ....
🔒 Supporter Episode: 🔎 Incorporating Mystery Elements into Your Writing | Wish I'd Known Then ....
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🔒 Supporter Episode: 🔎 Incorporating Mystery Elements into Your Writing | Wish I'd Known Then ....
🧚♂️ Writing Middle Grade Books with Jessica Renwick | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
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🧚♂️ Writing Middle Grade Books with Jessica Renwick | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
🔗 Amy Pine on Creating a Community | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
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🔗 Amy Pine on Creating a Community | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
💡KimBoo York on Discovery Writing | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
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💡KimBoo York on Discovery Writing | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
Martha Carr on Embracing Change and Starting Over | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
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Martha Carr on Embracing Change and Starting Over | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
Julie Duffy on Writing Short Stories and Flash Fiction | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
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Julie Duffy on Writing Short Stories and Flash Fiction | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
Celeste Barclay: Binge Writing and the Power of Universal Themes in Pulling Readers to New...
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Celeste Barclay: Binge Writing and the Power of Universal Themes in Pulling Readers to New...
Abigail Keam: Writing Historical Mystery, Payhip Direct Sales, and Merchandise for Readers |...
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Abigail Keam: Writing Historical Mystery, Payhip Direct Sales, and Merchandise for Readers |...
💸 How to Save and When to Splurge in your Author Business | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
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💸 How to Save and When to Splurge in your Author Business | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
How to Find Your Author Brand | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
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How to Find Your Author Brand | Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
Very inspiring hearing from Penn Cole. I've just begun my creative writing journey and hope to write a really good book that I can physically hold in my hands. Absolutely loved reading spark of the Everflame series, cant wait to read more books from Penn.
Love you guys. Super helpful topic!
Happy to hear hear that! :)
I wrote Choose your own Adventure stories before apps like this existed and it was hellish to keep track of all the threads. It seems like it could be a lot easier and more fun to write with an app such as Zory.
I can't imagine how hard multiple path stories would be to plot and write!
Choose Your Own Romance... what a concept!
It's a great idea, isn't it?
I don’t see Zero in the show notes
Thanks for letting us know. It looks like the description was cut off when it imported. It's fixed now. :)
Of all the author newsletters that I've signed up for, Joe Solari's is the most informative, unique, and practical one. I was excited to hear him on the podcast!
That's great to hear!
It’s three people now.
When you make a goal like one book a year, what would happen if you don’t make it? Do you just move on to the next book? That’s my problem right now. The one-year timeframe is up but I’m only halfway through the book.
One option is to extend your deadline. It's okay if you don't make the deadline you set for yourself. Sometimes we have to adjust timelines!
Thank you for your transparency, Melanie. Many of these questions and issues are exactly what I am experiencing in my career. Instability is distracting me from getting the words down. Knowing I’m not the only one who struggles is a relief. Thank you all!
27:31 "I have a lot of authors who listen to my podcast, my imaginary friends..." It took me a minute to remember the podcast is called My Imaginary Friends. 😁
LOL! Yes, she's got several podcasts!
Jamie, y’all should interview Tonya Kappes. She’s a Cozy Mystery writers how has over 189 books. She has a very active thriving Patreon community. The things she doing will blow you away.
Hi Renee, we talked to Tonya in 2021! She's amazing! wishidknownforwriters.com/tonya-kappes-on-reader-focused-promotion/
Love listening to the podcast! I would make the note though that KDP does not offer a pre-order yet. All it is is a way to choose a date to publish your book. In the past you couldn't choose the date to publish paperbacks. You submitted it for review and then it was published within that 72 hours. Now you can actually choose a date it publishes but there's no way for anyone to order the book ahead of time. It's very confusing! Many of us in the community thought this was a pre-order and we were very happy but turned out it's not what it was.
Thanks for the clarification! We'll mention that on the next podcast. And that is disappointing, but at least we have Ingram Spark for preorders.
I've been reading light novels from Japan all year, including the 32-book series Ascendance of a Bookworm. Once it's translated it's going to be almost 3 million words.
That amazes me! So interesting to think about writing a story that long.
Well this is my life... I've never clicked so fast
I hear you on that! :)
Thanks for having me!
It was great to see you again. Thanks for taking the time! :)
Super informative, thank you!
The intro is perfect, because it makes you more human, so I hope you continue doing it❤ thank you for all the good info! 6:37
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So much value in this! Thank you all.
This was fantastic!
"Wait, you said dimple!" -> "Don't worry, we do edit this, so that won't go live" It's kinda fun to catch the behind-the-scenes moments here on UA-cam =]
Thanks for letting us know that slipped through. We'll get it fixed.
Fabulous hearing Rachel's story, very inspirational. Thanks
Just found them a couple of days ago and I am beyond hyped
Such a fun episode. I could hear how the three of you were having a great time together.
I love Rachel. I’m reading the Beach House
Great advice, Belinda. Thanks for sharing your many ideas. <3
Inspiring and fun content. Thanks!
Interview starts at 8:00
Good interview! But after the interview wraps up around the one hour mark, it then starts the opening for a brand new, different episode for the rest of the playtime, so I think it got cut at the wrong place.
Oops! Editing error. Thanks for letting us know. We're working on a fix right now.
@@wishidknownthenpodcast No worries! <3
Loved this. Thank you
Hi. I keep hearing about The Writer Id, but can't find it anywhere. I'm assuming it's a book. Can anyone clarify? Thanks.
You can search "Jennifer Lynn Barnes, the Id List". I think the original content exists as a workshop/presentation she did at RWA (which you can buy), but you can also find some explanation of it on blogs and podcasts
Yes, Asia is right. I found the link: www.rwa.org/Online/Online/Store/StoreLayouts/Item_Detail.aspx?iProductCode=AUDIO18WTYI&Category=RECORDINGS
Good show ladies ❤
Ribbons! This is exciting. 😍
Great interview!
Hey Jami! I just wanted to let you know, that I REALLY contemplated a consultation from you. I worked it into my marketing budget (my debut novel is coming out in September) and... I just felt like you're an AUTHOR and I'm a wanna be. I guess it's impostor syndrome but that's my reason for not taking you up on the offer. I think the price (especially for listeners!) is great and fair. I just feel you're amazing and I'm not worthy of you advice... does that make sense? Just giving you some feedback that your price is great, it's my own fear that holds me back <3
Oh, wow, thanks for the feedback. I promise there’s nothing special about me, except I learned all I could before I published, so I didn’t have to play catch up after my book came out. Thank you for your kindness and for being a listener of the show.
Loved this. I'm a Ream Author and so excited about it. Victoria LK Williams
Oh, glad to hear that! We're excited too about Ream!
00:01 Updates 12:15 Jennifer Hilt intro 15:45 Wish I'd known when starting out - Importance of marketing - Be involved with genre interest groups - Know what people are reading and why - Know genre expectations - Make connections with readers before launching a book - Take little steps. Don't think all or nothing. - Build an email list. Use BookFunnel to deliver reader magnets. - Do newsletter swaps with other authors 21:00 Wish I'd known about writing Romance - Genre expectations - Don't mix too many genres - You can write books to learn writing, not necessary to write only market focused books for publication - You can lightly revise old books and titles to be more tropey and marketable 35:00 Early assumptions - Would write only in one genre. Ended up writing in more than one. - Not worrying about time. Now aware of how limited time is. 27:45 Current work - Mainly Trope Thesaurus - Other small bounce around miscellaneous projects - Co-writing mystery series with brother 28:40 Lessons learned - Be yourself, don't try to write like other authors - Your voice, how you view the world, is important and helps you connect with people - Don't worry about being too weird or too different 30:30 Biggest change in thinking - Being more flexible with project schedules while not stopping working - Don't plan and then not execute 31:55 Things to do differently - Write a 5 book series, Mystery or Romance - Finish writing most of them before releasing because life happens, not necessarily for Rapid Release. You can also still edit earlier books for continuity. - Writing a standalone book might work for personal growth but is hard to sell - Not necessarily to have the same main protagonist in the series, but have the same characters in the same place (small town) - No need to rush books out, write a good book 37:13 How to work tropes into fiction - Tropes are story building blocks because they are about relationships - Once you are aware of them, you see them in all stories - Tropes are what hook people - The Mandalorian (Star Wars): people were talking about the relationships 38:40 Examples of tropes - Harry Potter (orphan, scar, secrets and other tropes customized to the world) 39:55 Trope categories - People (personality characteristic): orphan, boss, virgin, billionaire - Relationships: enemies to lovers, friends to lovers, boy next door, unrequited love, fated mates - Secrets: big and small 41:28 Will Trent (Hulu series) - Tropes: orphan, detective, big secret, wound 43:03 Romance - Develop them as individuals too: hooks readers, creates potential for conflict - Don't have to reveal all character details in the beginning, can be at the story midpoint - Natural Born Charmer by Susan Elizabeth Phillips. Issue with her mother is only revealed 1/4 way into the book 46:20 Tips for beginners to recognize tropes - Look through favorite book or movie and identify the tropes - Think about what the blocks are: pieces of the characters, relationships - Start with Hallmark Channel or Netflix Romances because their tropes are straightforward 48:24 Twisting tropes - The Lost City (Sandra Bullock, Channing Tatum) - Bridesmaids - The 40 Year Old Virgin 50:14 Intentionally incorporating tropes - Use them with Goal, Motivation, Conflict to make it specific - For Romance, Goal can't be they want to be with the other person because we already know that. Needs to be something different like wanting a promotion. Their Goals can conflict. - Tropes help generate conflict - Goal: make it meaningful and measurable - Motivation: what feeling is this engendering - Conflict: based on Goal and Motivation - Jennifer Crusie's book Bet Me: interpersonal conflict not explosions, good examples of tropes 54:20 Jennifer's Kickstarter - Selling your book directly to people, not through Amazon or Barnes and Noble - No need to worry about keywords - Communicate directly with readers - Takes time to learn - People can buy tiers: ebooks, courses, audiobooks 57:05 Jennifer's books - The Trope Thesaurus - The Trope Thesaurus: Horror - The Trope Thesaurus: Romance (Kickstarter - book, audiobook, companion book) 59:55 Kickstarter advice - Recommended for fiction and non fiction - Some people use it to test early versions - For non fiction, target a specific audience - For fiction, have 3 books (series or otherwise tied together) - Finish the book first because you are obligated to deliver if the Kickstarter is funded 1:02:10 Best thing done to set up for success - Not giving up - Learn from failure - Keep writing books even if they don't sell, develop a backlist 1:03:35 Contact and Kickstarter information
Loved this. Thank you
Great episode! That sounds like so much fun working with other authors in that way rather than just seal inthology way. I would love to find writers to work with, make that have fun with.
Yayy. Y’all got Olivia Hayle on the show. I love her.
We had a great time talking to her!
I can tell. You guys are hilarious.
This is a fabulous episode. I love Joanna and I learned so much!
So glad you enjoyed it! Joanna is great and we always learn a lot from her.
Here's my biggest tip as someone who almost went into business as a professional organizer: if you're not sure where to put something (digital or physical) ask yourself, "If it were six months later and I'd completely forgotten where I put this thing, where is the first place I'd look for it?" And then put it there. :)
Great tip! Thanks!
All right, I'll test this! My book is coming out in 2 months (under a pen name). I'll give it all the love I can (as well as actions) to be successful and I'll have the goal of being asked to be on your podcast within 2 years! Fingers crossed!
Congrats! And sending good vibes your way!
None of the links work 😢
Thanks for letting us know. Here they are: Becca’s website Fairyplotmother.me Becca’s Free Character Building Sheet www.fairyplotmother.me/opt-in The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast Jami’s Launch Plan www.jamialbright.com/launchplan Sara’s Book Release Timeline Checklist www.sararosett.com/timeline Jami’s books amzn.to/3wSraA5 Sara’s books www.sararosett.com/bibliography/ Resources from the Author and Reader Community to Help Ukrainans docs.google.com/document/d/1E9QQhmcpa_dlxQY-GEqBiIbIZk-_J1MgQX_BxLI3F84/edit?usp=sharing
What Tess says about not knowing how to get your books out there is me. Every time I do a Facebook ad, it costs soooo much. I've taken paid classes. I'm stupid!
You're not stupid! Some people have a knack for ads. You might try letting someone else run your ads or channeling your marketing into a different area besides ads -- maybe Pinterest boards or podcasts or whatever appeals to you.
Does Tammi have any advice for a middle grade author since the person subscribing is usually not the reader? I have a very tiny list that's got decent engagement but it's only 25 people. My reader magnet is a book club toolkit.
Hi Rosanne. I'd suggest contacting Tammi through her website or joining one of her courses to get her thoughts on your situation. :)
PS - If not “synergy,” maybe “synchronicity.”
I think the word “synergy” is what Jaime was searching for. Great episode!
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Please interview Olivia Hayle. She’s done some awesome stuff in just three years.
Thanks for the suggestion! We'll reach out to her.