Episode 45

Get a glimpse behind the publishing curtain from Shawn Reilly Simmons, co-founder of Level Best Books, a woman-owned and -operated boutique publisher. Whether you are a published or aspiring author, whether you are indie, traditional, or hybrid (published or not), learn from an expert in the industry.

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Episode 44

Every author has two jobs, one as an author, and the other as a marketer. It's a necessary part of the writing life if you are in it to earn money. Nicolette Lemmon is an industry expert with experience in marketing. This episode taps into marketing fundamentals to help writers succeed in this part of the writing process.

Books and Other Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• The Author’s Marketing Playbook

• Newsletter Ninja
• Diane Kelly’s Paw Enforcement Series
• The Magical Dressmaking Mystery Series
• Wisconsin Quilt Show

• Visit Nicolette Lemmon’s Website

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Episode 43

We can all use a little MAGIC in our writing lives. In this case, I'm talking about the MAGIC from "Organisational Consultant and workplace mediator Sharon Darmody". In our conversation, we talked about how to apply her MAGIC framework to the writing life.

Books and Other Resources Mentioned in this episode:

* Work Your Magic*

https://www.amazon.com.au/Work-Your-Magic-Business-Community/dp/1647425336

* Sharon Darmody's Website: https://www.sharondarmody.com/

*Visit Melissa Bourbon's Website: http://www.melissabourbon.com

* Visit WriterSpark Academy: http://www.writersparkacademy.com

* WriterSpark Book Cover Design: https://writersparkbookcovers.com/

* Learn about WriterSpark Course: https://writersparkwritingacademy.teachable.com

* Melissa Bourbon's books: https://melissabourbon.com/bookshelf/

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