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“This is a great podcast! Entertaining and full of useful content, interviews and insights into publishing and writing. Great info for anyone interested in writing.”
Sam@77x via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/24/23
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“Among my top five writing and publishing podcast plus I like the way the two Marks giggle!”
CatrinBlair via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/25/22
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“Life had gotten in the way of my writing dreams and finally tuning into this podcast is inspiring me to pick up my pen and start writing again. Mark and Mark are easy to listen to and they share so many useful writing insights. Additionally, listening to author experiences/processes and realising...”Read full review »
JCG131 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/01/22
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“I have been going through the episodes from the beginning and find this an essential resource. It’s also great fun.”
Athena intheDAKS via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/20/22
“Deveaux’s audacious optimism is infectious. Stays interviews are insightful and funny. If you’re a writer, at any stage, you NEED to be listening. They’ll change your life.
They changed mine.
Many thanks to the Two Marks”
aaronboolander via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/18/22
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“Great. Addictive, fun. Most of all, helpful and interesting. Wish the guys had even more time to give us more episodes! Also have deep dives and tons of extra writerly tools and help.👍👍👍👍”
Trey Montague via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/01/22
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“Just listened to an awkward episode where one of hosts asks the writer they are interviewing to reveal a “top tip” and then refuses to explain what it is (or allow the writer to) because he decides he can make some money off of it by explaining it in a “Deep Dive” episode with a pay wall. It was...”Read full review »
PEEZA82 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/19/21
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“Essential listening for any aspiring writer. The lads are great fun and the interviews are always excellent and cover a huge variety of writing topics. The guests are from all genres and include big name authors like Joe Hill and Martina Cole as well as editors and publishers.”
LJRegan via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
06/24/21
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“Mark and Mark treat the publishing journey as it should be - an experiment to try everything you can and learn from those who have made it work. Thank you!”
Alexstrath1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/15/21
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“Great tips and tools of the trade, delivered by knowledgeable and humorous hosts.”
TomFoose via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/25/20
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“I've been listening and following the Bestseller Experiment since day 1. I whole-heartedly agree that these interviews and the vault of gold and the show notes could very well compete as a university level program in the craft of writing as well as navigating the mind-boggling word of...”Read full review »
Birdnerd in training via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/15/19
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“This is a valuable resource for authors. Great interviews with successful authors. Good tips and information delivered in a good humoured, entertaining style by the two Marks.”
Finn Ambers via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/24/19
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“The Bestseller Experiment is wonderful! Every episode is bursting with encouragement and writing advice, and the two Marks have a great sense of humor. They are serious about their craft but never too serious about themselves! They’re two of the most genuine and generous people I’ve come across....”Read full review »
ChelleVess via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/19
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“Great interviews, lots of valuable information and really entertaining. Highly recommended!”
ADrew72 via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
06/07/19
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“Started out okay, but now it’s mostly two middle aged men talking about how “wacky” they are, and incessantly flogging their patreon page.”
iamnotafish99 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/08/19
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“I've listened to a lot of podcasts about writing and this is absolutely my favorite. Every podcast has practical information that you can use in your writing and it's loaded with stories about their own efforts to write a bestseller as well as interviews with many leading authors,...”Read full review »
ZUrlocker via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/23/19
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“So loved the discussion on the April 7 episode about whether authors should get political or not. Thought-provoking.
Just love the info but also the tone of this podcast.”
Andi Cumbo-Floyd via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/16/19
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“Addictive and brilliant podcast. Love it!”
Briroc12 via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
04/03/19
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“The Two Marks present the podcast in a way that encourages listeners to join them on the journey. Full of great advice and inspiring guests. I am constantly recommending this podcast to writer friends.”
Belle Denne via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/17/19
“If you’re a writer this is the podcast for you.
I’ve been listening to Mark & Mark for a couple of months now and I am motivated to write more than I have ever been.
With their insight into the writing/publishing world and the guests that they have on, really helps build a picture of the...”Read full review »
Thomas R. Gaskin via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/26/18
“I came in late to the podcast missing the whole build up to the debut, but despite that I have enjoyed every information packed episode. If you are a writer looking for advice on getting to the next level, are looking for a support model to spur you on, enjoy listening to published authors talk...”Read full review »
William J. G. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/18
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“I'm a newbie to this podcast and I've just binged on Eps 1–3. Loving the easygoing style and useful tips. I've just started listening to the Skyrim soundtrack and it's awesome — thanks for that suggestion!”Read full review »
Gigilesandy via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/18/18
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“I finished a first draft of a book before finding this podcast. Five episodes in and I'm hooked! Absolutely hilarious and great interviews so far. Definitely a fan and I'm excited to hear the rest of the show! Super inspired to keep writing and to do it with a whole new set of advice!”Read full review »
bLaCaRdRaGoN via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/06/18
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“Alex T Smith makes writng and illustrating sound so simple! Obviously a humble chap who is hughly successful and inspirational. He certainlly has inspired me to continue writing and even experiment with drawing. There is always such a lot to learn from people like him. We are so fortunate in...”Read full review »
Colivet via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/14/18
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“Great concept, highly entertaining, and very informative. Inspiring, too. The hosts are hilarious. I can't wait for Mondays now!”
KytchynWitche via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
02/12/18
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“I've only found this podcast AFTER the book was finished so I didn't get to follow the journey in realtime, however that's not necessariliy a bad thing as I get to binge the whole thing whilst attempting to replicate their impressive feat.
A MUST for all aspiring writers!”Read full review »
Techdojo via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/12/18
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“I came to the party a little late, but have binged my way through season one and LOVED IT. The two Marks are funny and witty while taking the listener on their journey to bestsellerdom. The guest they have on the show is fantastic. This show packs a TON of value in every episode.”
Craterface via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/31/18
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“Listening to the 10th episode and really love the series. Great guests and really useful and enlightening information. I get a strong motivational boost from hearing from other accomplished authors. The two Marks are pleasant to listen to and the episodes are wonderfully concise and well...”Read full review »
EricRhysTaylor via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/17/17
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“Great podcast, very useful and entertaining... happy to see that the podcast continues.”
mo[re]vie[w] via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/28/17
“I am quite amazed with the content offered by this podcast! For anyone with an interest in writing and being published or self-publishing, this is a mine of gold. Or a vault of gold, should I say?
Great quality advices backed up by top of the range interviewees.”
Jane Burland via Apple Podcasts ·
Finland ·
10/15/17
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“I look forward to this podcast - it's my favourite of all the ones I listen to. Really recommend it to all writers.”Read full review »
wood_beez48 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/14/17
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“Only discovered this podcast yesterday, having trawled through my podcast app for months searching for something which will help to motivate my writing. Listened to a few shows already, and love it. THIS is what aspiring authors need. You’ve inspired me to write 50,000 words in a month! Wish me...”Read full review »
S.W.Spellman via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/03/17
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“I enjoy listening to the Mark's describe the process of getting their book to print. Their encouragment got me through writing a thesis and I can't wait to read their book. Cheers guys!”Read full review »
Noel the Canadian via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/20/17
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“This podcast is clever !
Just listen - you will laugh - you will learn - you will like it !!!”
Cooksuite via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/18/17
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“Such an excellent podcast with great advice from a wide range of writers and industry experts. The 2 Marks are inspiring and the Vault of Gold is a treasure trove of the weekly advice. Highly recommended for all aspiring writers.”
Milosmum via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/10/17
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“These two are just hysterical! It is a pleasure to spend my commute listening to them and it's great content. This a must listen podcast!”Read full review »
Elvis654 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/09/17
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“Great stuff - really enjoying it, listening through them all”
akhtron via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/02/17
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“Thank you guys so much for everything you've done to help self conscious writers like me turn procrastination and daydreaming into creation and dream building. I'm not sure any of us will ever know the total word count that your podcast has inspired across the world but it must be in the...”Read full review »
RyanTheBold via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/21/17
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“I came to this podcast when it was at episode 15 and managed to catch up in about a week. Doing a lot of cooking at home which was the perfect opportunity to overdose on this while making some food.
Every episode is jam packed with useful information and advice presented in such a fun...”Read full review »
ZuzanaK via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/21/17
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“The hosts are insightful and fun to listen to. They interview some great guests and keep you updated with their writing progress as they try to put out a co-authored novel. I'm rooting for them!”Read full review »
nerd-is-the-word via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/12/17
“This is a fun, always informative podcast by a couple of great interviewers. There's always something more to learn about writing and about the business of writing and the two Marks have rounded up bestselling authors and got them to share valuable information. I laughed so hard when they...”Read full review »
JanieChang33 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/15/17
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“This is a great resource for not just writers on the making, but for every soul out there. I found this great podcast because of the Joe Hill episode. Now I am a big fan of the show. Can't wait for each new episode. Keep 'em coming! Cheers!”
Carl Zand via Apple Podcasts ·
Mexico ·
04/12/17
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“Love listening to these guys. They're full of jokes and great information with terrific guests to boot. They're been incredibly entertaining and so easy to listen to as I love those British accents. Mark 1 sounds a whole lot like Cary Elwes and Mark 2 says he can do a pretty decent...”Read full review »
Thrace22 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/11/17
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“Loving these podcasts.
Started with Joe Abercrombie and Sarah Pinborough - naughty lady!
Seriously enjoyed John Connolly and last night I listened to Michelle Paver - and have downloaded her scary books onto my Kindle.
Keep going guys. You're a great team and keeping it interesting.
BTW...”Read full review »
trishesperance via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/08/17
“I love the two Marks and the insane journey they're on - more importantly the writing advice that comes from the authors and industry experts they have on the show is outstanding”Read full review »
Richie Janukowicz via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/07/17
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“Amazing guests and advice, a podcast masterpiece. Thank you to the 2 Marks for your informative and fun podcast, so much can be learned from this collection. Also, the Vault of Gold is great.”
Batjutsu via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/04/17
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“Good content destroyed by childish waffle...”
Pigengineer via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/16/17
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“Thank you for your informative and fun podcast, so many amazing guests.”
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03/09/17
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“This is the best podcast I have ever listened to, of course it's the only podcast I've ever listened to. In fact if I'm being honest I don't really know what a podcast is but I'm sure it does well in comparison with all the other 'podcasts'.
Even with 8.5 published...”Read full review »
Gavin G Smith via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/28/17
“one of my must -listen podcasts; funny, inspiring and informative”
A_review705 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/26/17
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