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Ep. 18 - Writing | Writing Jerks: How to Work with Unlikable Characters
Dealing with an unlikable character? Unsure whether to redeem them? What about characters that your readers love, but you don’t?
Author and book coach A.C. Williams comes aboard to discuss all things unlikable characters. Learn what Pride & Prejudice, Doctor Who, and The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles get right about characterization. Plus, we discuss favorite Doctors and Hallmark bad boys. You don’t want to miss this episode!
Ep. 18 – Writing | Writing Jerks: How to Work With Unlikable Characters
Dealing with an unlikable character? Unsure whether to redeem them? What about characters that your readers love, but you don’t? Author and book coach A.C. Williams comes aboard to discuss…
Ep. 17 – Writing | 5 Ways to Nail the Opening of Your Book
Irresistible book intros can get you agents, contracts, and more readers–but how do you write them well? I’ve got you covered in this tip-tastic episode. Includes why genre matters, how…
Ep. 16 – Marketing | Best Practices for Getting Great Book Covers
Want to get a great book cover that sells books? I got you covered in this episode loaded with advice for getting the best, marketable book cover for your story.…
Ep. 15 – Marketing | How to Promote Your Book Without Being a Jerk
Book promotion is hard enough without feeling like you’re annoying people. In this episode, learn key tips and tricks for book promotion without being obnoxious–and feel more confident sharing about…
Ep. 14 – Writing | Best Practices for Writing Unforgettable Short Stories with Laura VAB
Ready to level up your short fiction–or dive in for the first time? Special guest Laura VanArendonk Baugh has you covered in this wordtastic interview. Learn the best way to…
Ep. 13 – Marketing | How to Get People to Actually Read Your Books
Want to turn a one-time book buyer into a super-fan? This is your episode, Epic Author! Includes seven tips to take your book from a reader’s TBR pile to their…
Ep. 12 – Writing | Tips for Writing Characters That Stand Out
Want to write memorable characters who stand out from each other? Want to clear the “character clones” out of your manuscript? This is your episode! Learn essential tips for making…
Ep. 11 – Marketing | Top Ways to Market Your Books Post-Launch
You launched the book–now what? I’ve got you covered with these essential tips and tricks on how to market your book after it’s out in the world. Includes why you…
Ep. 10 – Variety Episode | Writing, Marketing, and Mountain Dew with Parker J. Cole
Special guest & veteran author Parker J. Cole comes on the show to share all the awesome (plus her thoughts on Michael B. Jordan). Learn her solution to author burnout,…
Ep. 9 – Writing | How to Write Characters Readers Love (or Love to Hate)
Unforgettable characters keep readers turning pages, sell books, and create loyal tribes. Learn where to start, what to avoid, and what to do with breakout characters (hint: don’t ignore them!).…
Ep. 8 – Marketing | Tips and Tricks for Content Repurposing – Part 2
You’re ready to show up and repurpose your book marketing content–but how do you come up with that content? This episode is cram-jammed full of ideas, tips, and tricks for…
Ep. 7 – Marketing | Tips and Tricks for Content Repurposing – Part 1
Content repurposing is a great way to market your book consistently without burnout…but how do you do it? And won’t people get tired of seeing the same thing? (Short answer:…