James is back from AuthorNation in Las Vegas. During this week's Indie Writers Club episode James discusses the legal presentation from Alicia Wright regarding the law, ethics and AI.If you want to sign up for AuthorNation 2025 click here: https://claymore.krtra.com/t/YCtI1A27yXCpAnd join the Indie Writers Club mailing list to be first to hear about the ticket release for The Self Publishing Show Live! 2025 at indiewritersclub.com.James & Cara.Support the show
Get episode alerts at indiewritersclub.comJoin the discussion at indiewritersclub.com/discordSummaryIn this episode of the Indie Writers Club, Cara Clare and James Blatch discuss their experiences at a recent writers' conference in Las Vegas. They share insights on the conference's attendance, the quality of sessions, and the importance of networking among indie authors. The conversation also delves into their personal writing processes, including drafting techniques, character development, a...
It's the Indie Writers Club! Links: The Self Publishing Show Live! https://learnselfpublishing.com/spsliveAuthor Nation (Vegas): https://www.authornation.live/Ireland's Publishing Show (March): https://irelandspublishingshow.com/NINC (Florida, September): https://ninc.com/In this episode, James and Cara progress during NaNoWriMo, the importance of consistency in writing, and the value of attending author conferences for networking and learning opportunities. Join our Discord: https://www.indi...
Useful links:WWM Survey: indiewritersclub.com/survey Publish Drive Offer: indiewritersclub.com/publishdriveJoin the Discord Discussion: indiewritersclub.com/discordIn this episode of the Indie Writers Club, Cara and James discuss their personal updates, including writing progress and the upcoming NaNoWriMo challenge. The conversation shifts to the Written Word Media Annual Author Survey, where they explore indie authors' motivations for writing, income insights, and genre trends in...
James and Cara discuss the importance of book reviews in building an author's reputation. The conversation delves into strategies for obtaining reviews, the significance of targeting the right audience, and how to handle negative feedback with resilience and perspective. Links:Publish Drive offer: indiewritersclub.com/publishdriveDiscord Server: indiewritersclub.com/discordMailing List: indiewritersclub.comTakeawaysPlanning is essential for writers to stay focused on their goals.Understanding...
In episode 008, James & Cara continue to analyse the key ingredients that maybe missing from your book, for your ads to generate sales.Check out the amazing offer from Publish Drive, 50% off annual subscription plans! https://publishdrive.com/50-off-all-yearly-plansLearn Self Publishing's Ads for Authors course is open: https://learnselfpublishing.com/adsforauthorsJoin our Discord server to carry on the conversation: indiewritersclub.com/discordSupport the show
In this episode of the Indie Writers Club, hosts James and Cara discuss the importance of having a well-prepared book package for successful advertising, the impact of AI on the publishing industry, and the significance of understanding genre expectations. They also share personal updates, insights on social media dynamics for authors, and the necessity of research in crafting effective book titles. The episode concludes with a recap of the Word Count Club, celebrating the writing p...
SummaryIn this episode of the Indie Writers Club, hosts Cara Clare and James Blatch discuss alternative income streams for writers, focusing on ghostwriting and non-fiction opportunities. They explore the benefits of ghostwriting, including collaborative writing processes and reliable income, while also emphasizing the importance of diversifying income sources through teaching and coaching. The conversation highlights the value of community support among independent authors and the various wa...
James & Cara discuss TikTok and it's impact on the book market and whether it's still a place where authors can find new readers. Useful links: Our TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@indie.writers.clu The Discord Server: indiewritersclub.com/discord PublishDrive: publishdrive.comSummaryIn this episode of the Indie Writers Club, hosts Cara Clare and James Blatch discuss the significant impact of TikTok on the book world, sharing personal experiences and insight...
Cara & James discuss the many scams awaiting the unwary indie author.Sign up for alerts and never miss an episode: indiewritersclub.comJoin the discussion: indiewritersclub.com/discordShownotes for 004Links:https://www.alamy.com/ - Huge library of archive photographs, including publicity and news. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rubyroe/nsfw-lesbian-vampire-romance-special-editions - Sacha Black's successful Kickstarter (writing as Ruby Roe).SummaryIn this episode of the Indie W...
SummaryIn this episode, Cara Clare and James Blatch discuss their writing progress and strategies. They talk about their word count goals and the challenges of writing during the summer holidays. They also discuss the benefits of accountability and writing sprints. The conversation then shifts to the topic of plotting and pantsing. Cara shares her experience with ghostwriting and using detailed outlines, while James talks about his discovery writing process and the influence of his personal e...
SummaryIn this episode, James and Cara discuss the balance between character and plot in writing. They share their own writing projects and word count goals, and explore how different genres prioritize character development and plot progression. They also discuss the importance of finding the right balance between character and plot to create a satisfying reading experience. The conversation explores the importance of character and plot in storytelling. It discusses the idea that characters a...
SummaryIn this episode, hosts Cara Clare and James Blatch introduce themselves and the purpose of the podcast. They discuss their backgrounds as authors and their experiences in the publishing industry. They also explain how listeners can get involved in the podcast through the Discord server and Facebook group. The hosts emphasize that the podcast will cover a wide range of topics related to writing, including craft, marketing, and mental wellbeing. KeywordsIndie authors, podcast, intro...
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