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“Mark has such great tools and experts on to support self-published authors with getting their work out to the world! A must listen for anyone looking to self-publish and put their books into the world.”
Crown Yourself via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/28/23
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“It’s a good podcast only thing that lets it down is they both chat too long get to the interview!;)”
davebo99 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/20/23
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“Congratulations Mark and James on 400 episodes. Thanks for the information and laughs. Here’s to at least 400 more!!”
Pat O.D. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/02/23
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“Please have her back on the show she is so cool!!!!”
rachel846 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/31/23
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“I have only listened to a few episodes so far and have already gained tips. Thank you for doing this.
I love this Podcast. I get so excited listening when I am driving my speed increases. I have to make sure cruise control is set so I don’t get a ticket.
I hope to increase my indie presence...”Read full review »
BlackBear2015 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/17/23
“Mark and James are great hosts and interviewers passionate about writing and self-publishing. From the first episode I listened to, I was hooked. If you want to believe you can be a writer and learn the skills and insight to do so, this is a great podcast. But wait, isn't this a...”Read full review »
Adjobology via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/08/23
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“Awesome guests — a few episodes in and I’ve already had some super valuable takeaways. Really happy I found this. Subscribed and will be adding this to my future listening.”
T&M1985 via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
03/02/23
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“It’s absolutely amazing listen to this material, it’s helping me on my walk!”
paularsalle via Apple Podcasts ·
Brazil ·
02/23/23
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“Love the guests and info but wish there was less banter from James and Mark at the beginning and end of the show. Would also like to see Mark work on not interrupting his guests, particularly women; I was cringing listening to the Marie Force interview.”
likethatbutbetter via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/27/22
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“Great interviews , great commentary, super helpful! I like Fridays anyway but enjoy them even more because of this knowledgeable podcast. Mark Dawson is incredbly generous with his knowledge James Blatch is a great interviewing and listening to his progress as an Indy author is hugely inspiring.”
CatrinBlair via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/25/22
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“Wow, guys great job on the conference! So professional and informative. You're really raising the bar for the Indy movement. Well done!”Read full review »
Vern Buzarde via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/22/22
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“Focuses on non fiction and generally for established authors or those with some initial success.”
ray131262 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/06/22
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“Top notch content delivered in an entertaining and accessible way. It is of the highest quality and free to all. Educational and Inspirational. A great idea to have one experienced author and one just starting out-relatable and covering all bases. It is the podcast I would recommend for anyone...”Read full review »
Tara Heavey via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
07/02/22
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“Once the episodes get rolling they are fine. Sadly, the first 10 minutes is just back and forth chit about mind numbing nothingness. Circular talk about what the episode will be about. I get it. Sometimes I also have nothing to say…but why not skip that part?”
mdandy1968 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/23/22
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“I’ve been listening for a year and have learned much about self-pubbing. I’ve got several books done and am using their bits of wisdom to promote. Thanks!”
kjreusser via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/24/22
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“Every Thursday, I set out on my daily walk with the latest Mark and James’ podcast. The podcasts and the SPF courses I’ve done, combined with the very helpful and supportive Facebook SPF community, have been like a degree in indie-publishing for me. I found my people!”
JTL on her journey via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/28/22
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“It’s bad enough that the first fifteen minutes are just rambling, but how can anyone hit publish with that dreadful sound.”
mf104 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/27/22
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“I’ve listened to the Self Publishing Show podcast for years and Mark, James and their guests continue to provide hugely valuable content. I listen while I drive, and frequently have to leave myself audio messages of great tips to return to later. The SPF podcast has informed my fiction writing...”Read full review »
Jodi Burnett via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/06/21
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“This is brilliant, as are all the podcasts, but this one is very timely. Thank you so much for putting these shows together.”
Carol Coupland via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
10/30/21
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“I enjoyed the podcast with Dave Chessen about his Atticus program as it is another writer tool we can use. I enjoy this podcast every week with Mark and James, as they know what writers need, and are full of great ideas for writer inspiration and growth. Keep up the amazing work.”
Mmhgjhggy via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/10/21
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“Loved this show!! (And so many others!) I recently found your show and appreciate your applicable tips and proven techniques. Question: does Melanie have a list of the questions she asked her readers? (Or did I space that part?) Would love to know what she surveyed so I can tweak for my own...”Read full review »
amyks94 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/24/21
“I have learned so much listening to this show. Mark and James really know what they are talking about and they are completely honest. The guests are usually top-notch and I even learn from those who write in genres I will never read. There’s something to learn from every episode.
It has been...”Read full review »
Ben Connelly via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/08/21
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“Mark and his team don’t work in the shadows. They are honest and provide you a real view into what’s working and what’s not”
Alexstrath1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/21
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“I’m in the middle of my own memoir manuscript and the episode about 2 editors has been so helpful. It truly helped unlock my brain and I’m going back through it the second time with a pen and notebook. Thank you!”
Sarahplaysgames22221 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/06/21
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“My name is Valerie and I am from Brisbane, Australia. I have decided to self publish. I am currently writing two novels and have a series planned. My genre is contemporary women’s literature with historical subplots and the series is romance. As I am writing (as well as completing my creative...”Read full review »
Valerie.Giselle via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/15/21
“For me, I find the interviewers ego too obvious unfortunately especially in Vickys interview, he’s almost too keen to counter with his own story, anecdote or knowledge.
I wish he would just step back a bit and let the interviewers talk more. He often steers conversations to his preferred agenda...”Read full review »
jojodjo79 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/07/21
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“Every self-publisher needs to listen to this podcast. There’s definitely something for everyone here, and the information is discussed as fun banter. The hosts are both amazing, and it’ll definitely make level up in your author career. GIVE IT A TRY, you won’t regret it.”
Medusasb1 via Apple Podcasts ·
India ·
01/28/21
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“Every indie author, regardless of genre, should be listening to this podcast. So much information here, as well as a peek into the global indie author community. Love the interviews and the banter. James is ‘the man’ and Mark is the king!”
Shana Gorian via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/31/20
“I’ve been listening to this show for almost three years and credit James and Mark for getting me well on the way on my self-publishing career. Haven’t hit the “full-time money” yet, but that’s ok, because by following their advice, I’ve been able to connect a lot of readers to my stories - more...”Read full review »
90bb9912dd90bb9912dd000000 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/19/20
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“Really good content with lots of fascinating and useful content. A must-have for self-publishers!”
Ralphmat via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/04/20
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“I love the banter between Mark and James – it never fails to make me laugh while I’m doing the housework on a Friday morning.
If you’re an author – indie or traditional – then you really ought to be listening to the SPF podcast. It’s brilliant :)”
Suzy Turner via Apple Podcasts ·
Portugal ·
08/18/20
“This was such a helpful episode. I have not heard Karen in awhile and she had a lot of new content. BTW, since you were counting James Blatch(s), one recently joined ALLi. Was that the SPF James Blatch, the Australian, or maybe a Third one running around? Love the show!”
Julie Carroll from Florida via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/16/20
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“This podcast, in my opinion, is the single best resource for learning how to self-publishing. I have to laugh at the review that complained that the podcast is nothing but an infomercial for Dawson's self-publishing courses. Yes, Dawsom promotes the courses on the podcast - but that is a...”Read full review »
Steven the Steven Steve via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/25/20
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“Pretty much every episode has essential learning for people wanting to be successful self-published authors.”
Nyc246 via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
06/25/20
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“The goal of this podcast is to convince you to enroll in Mark Dawson’s self-publishing course (which cost $500-$1000 per course). I”
J. Todd H. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/23/20
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“This podcast has such a friendly feel that makes the task of selling books seem so doable. I just started listening last week and am half a dozen episodes in. There’s a great mix of genres represented and tips covering the range of everything we need to know.”
Barovitroy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/20
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“I have been listening to this for about 9 months. I like the banter now I have go to ‘know’ the presenters. They give lots of useful information and advice.Their interviews with guests are good too. I like the way they are willing to talk about the money openly - it is very encouraging.”
Pastures13 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/25/20
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“Just found your podcast... so thankful. So many great ideas and conversations... feel that you are genuinely out to help... not just get me in your funnel to sell something:)”
www.songsandstories.me via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/13/20
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“Incredibly helpful and insightful podcast. I personally enjoy the banter before each interview but if you don’t and want to get straight to the interviews just skip ahead!”
Wanda88 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/12/20
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“The amount of things I’ve learned from this podcast has been invaluable!”
Tactical Thomas R. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/20
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“I love this show! Great banter, interviews, tips, and tons of motivation to start writing. The show has also reinvigorated my love of reading which was on hiatus for years. Looking forward to taking some courses and putting it all to use in the next few years!”
Ryanbudds via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/17/20
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“Have been a fan of the two Marks for some time and an avid reader of Mark Dawson’s work. What this podcast gives is priceless. Kudos to them for sharing. Whether it’s advice, inspiration or just the craic, worth its weight in gold.”
PWJORDANAUTHOR via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/14/20
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“I love listening to the SPF podcast. As hosts, James and Mark are at turns hilarious and entertaining. They share their wins and struggles and make listening a joy. Add a great guest list and a show full of great tips and loads of information and you've got a winning podcast.
I hope this...”Read full review »
Jeanette R. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/01/20
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“Without James and Mark, I'd be flailing around trying to decide how to launch my trilogy. Now I have a solid plan. Thank you.”Read full review »
TMB4132 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/19/20
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“I brought Mark Dawson’s Ads course and I love this podcast highly recommend anything by Mark. The way he shares his knowledge to all is beyond kind . He doesn’t have to and the fact he does, shows what an amazing person he is!
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!”
Sim 7788 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/03/19
“I love the interviews James Blatch does and the chats Mark Dawson has with James. I've learned a lot of how to do self-publishing better. They are the reason I have any awareness of GDPR, so I'm very grateful to them. I also enjoy the case study interviews with Advertising for Authors...”Read full review »
John R. Aberle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/22/19
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“Mark has proven he knows how to succeed as an author. Getting advice from him and his awesome co-host (and the endless string of amazing authors they interview) is truly inspirational. The only downside is that as time passes, the pre- and post-interview chats are getting longer. While...”Read full review »
Gsauve via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/02/19
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“If you are an independent author interested in improving sales and need help, guidance and/or motivation then this podcast is for you.
Full of great tips and ideas, Mark. James and Tom deliver on every level. Highly recommended.”
graemeaustin via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/30/19
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“I feel completely at home here - bowled over by brilliant advice and nourishing conversations.
Mark, James and their incredible guests give listeners an unfair advantage when it comes to successfully self-publishing your work in an increasingly competitive market. Can’t recommend listening (and...”Read full review »
J. Barshop via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/05/19
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