In chapter thirty-one, we chat with Heather from The Plot Genie about crafting compelling book outlines. We chat about: The different types of plot structuresWhat are pre-made plots and the Plot Genie differenceWhy finding the right plot structure can be helpful, whether that's through chapter outlines or detailed plots like the eight-point plot or book arcHow to plot even if you are a panster About Heather - The Plot Genie: Heather Cardona is the CEO and founder of The Plot Genie, the...

In chapter thirty, we chat with a returning favourite Willow Winters about her writing process, strategies for staying motivated, Kickstarter tips and book signings.  We chat about: Willow's book writing process how she approaches it and strategies for staying motivated during the creative processAuthor biz updates Willow's experience with Kickstarter and what marketing strategies she usesBook signing tips for authors doing them  About Willow: Willow Winters is so happy to be a USA Today,...

Feeling overwhelmed with the list of things to do? Then you'll love this week's chapter on time management tips for authors.  We'll cover Using time blocking within your Google calendarTask management apps Future planning quarterly, monthly, weekly and daily  Book your complimentary discovery call here! Join The Daring Author Community on Patreon! Discover what social media platform is right for you here! Download 50 content ideas for authors here! Website: https://thedaringpress.com/

In chapter twenty-eight, we chat with Ines Johnson about creating page-turning books with pacing. We chat about: Ines writing journey so far and what helped her successWhat pacing in and how it can create page turning booksPacing techniques if you can be a pantser or plotterTips for writing a page-turning booksAbout Ines: Lover of fairytales, folklore, and mythology, Ines Johnson spends her days reimagining the stories of old in a modern world. She writes books where damsels cause the...

Feeling overwhelmed with the idea of rapid-release book launches? Then you'll love this fuss-free guide to launching one epic book a year with ease. Forget hustle, bustle, churn and burn book launches; this chapter is about quality over quantity. From planning your pre-launch strategy to hosting a legendary launch party and continuing the buzz long after your book's release, keep this cheat sheet handy to make launching your next book a dream.  Book your complimentary discovery call...

In chapter twenty-six, we chat with Lucy Smoke, a coach at The Daring Press, about finding your core strengths as a writer. We chat about: What are your core strengths?How do they support us as writers? Why it's important to know your core strengthsHow to discover your core strengthsDesigning your work schedule around your core strengths About Lucy: Lucy Smoke, also known as Lucinda Dark for her fantasy works, has a master’s degree in English and is a self-proclaimed creative chihuahua. She...

In chapter twenty-five, we chat with Hannah who is a strategist at The Daring Press about book marketing calendars and how it helps with productivity. We chat about: What is a book marketing calendarHow it can help with productivity The ins and outs of how we use them with our clients at The Daring PressAbout Hannah: Hannah is an executive author assistant for a number of USA Today bestselling authors. She is passionate about strategy, helping authors forge their own path, and most...

In chapter twenty-four, we chat with Hannah who is a strategist at The Daring Press about book launch planning. We chat about: What is a book launch planWhat goes into creating a book launch planWhy it's importantHow far out should we be thinking about a book launch planAbout Hannah: Hannah is an executive author assistant for a number of USA Today bestselling authors. She is passionate about strategy, helping authors forge their own path, and most importantly helping authors play to their...

In chapter twenty-three, I open up about my journey with falling back in love with writing.  This is an ep that came to me and I just wanted to be open, real and share how I fell back in love with fiction writing in 2022. If you are feeling like you've lost your writing mojo and want some inspiration this is the chapter for you!  Book your complimentary discovery call here! Join The Daring Author Community on Patreon! Discover what social media platform is right for you here! Download 50...

In chapter twenty-two, we chat with Theodora Taylor about how to use universal fantasy to write, market and sell your stories to anyone We chat about: What are universal fantasies and how are they different from tropesWhat Theodora believes are the pillars of a successful author careerHer writing process3 tips for weaving universal fantasies into booksAbout Theodora: Theodora Taylor is the bestselling author of the 50 Loving States Series. Despite writing within a niche genre (interracial...

Are you ready to tap into that new-year energy with fresh eyes and a clear mind to set your 2023 goals and *actually* reach them?  Before you start scribbling down your hopes and dreams on the back of a napkin, only to be found next year under the couch, we're here to remind you even the most energetic, passionate and motivated authors need a strategic plan to reach their goals.  Whether your vision board includes streamlining business processes,  hiring a virtual assistant , establishing...

After being stuck in what feels like a parallel universe for the past two years, consumed by daily case numbers, chaotic restrictions and disruptive announcements, once everything was "back to normal", my ambitious personality took over as I thrust myself into work. Sound familiar? I've been head down bum up for the past 12 months with tunnel vision to grow my business. It was in the last week of December, while hitting submit on my 11th fiction novel, a wave of uneasiness hit me like a...

In chapter nineteen, we chat with Renee Rose about  creating an abundance mindset to grow your author biz We chat about: How Renee came to write Write to RichesThe best place to start with an abundance mindset and what is it3 tips for clearing money blocksThe power of manifestation and client stories About Renee: 15-time USA Today bestselling romance author Renee Rose is passionate about helping other authors find and maintain an abundance mindset to catapult their careers and create their...

While you may write fantasy fiction, finding time for a Christmas holiday is your ultimate fantasy. When you're a self-employed author or freelance writer, it can feel impossible to take a weekend off, let alone a Christmas vacation. And even if you can make a break in your writing schedule, we know it's more complex than shutting down your computer on Christmas eve. You have to finish projects, consider your finances and implement processes to completely switch off and avoid the daily email...

As 2022 draws to an end, now is the perfect time to start planning for the following year. From hiring a VA to growing your audience, here are some questions to consider when planning your goals for 2023.   We chat about: Financial goalsCustomer acquistionAudience growthWriting / professional goalsListen to this on the latest chapter of The Daring Author podcast or read the blog article for all the juicy details - https://thedaringpress.com/blog/goal-planning-for-2023/ Book your...

In chapter sixteen, we chat with  Margaret McHeyzer about the emotional toll books can take on us when writing about trauma.  We chat about: Margaret's journey with writing heavy trauma booksWhat inspired her to write about such heavy topicsHow she supports herself after writing a heavy scene Top 5 tips for writing these scenes and booksHow writing can help us heal from past trauma About Margaret: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER OF UGLY AND MISTRUST. 𝒀𝒐𝒖'𝒍𝒍 𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒅 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒈, 𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒂𝒈𝒆𝒐𝒖𝒔 𝒘𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅...

In chapter fifteen, we chat with Stacey Marie Brown about breaking out as a fantasy writer and she shares her top tips for authors.  We chat about: How Stacey got started in fantasy romance and writing? When did Stacey first start seeing success in the fantasy genre What she attributes to her successWhat advice Stacey would give to either an author who hasn't yet found success in the genre About Stacey: USA TODAY Bestselling author Stacey Marie Brown is both a PNR and Contemporary Romance...

Ready to stop feeling underwhelmed with your book sales, launches and follower count? If you're an author who flies by the seat of their pants, chances are you're missing a fundamental puzzle piece in running your business; quarterly business planning. While it's easy to fall into the trap of being an easy, carefree and "it'll all work out" kind of writer, you need a viable business. It's time to shift your mindset away from "I'm just a writer" because you're also a business owner.  If you're...

In chapter thirteen, we chat with Michele Scott about the journey from book to film and the possibilities of getting your books onto the big screen.  We chat about: The journey from book to film, Michele's process with this so farWhat the typical agency team looks likeHow long the process from book to film takes The difference between selling pilot rights and selling the actual rightsCompanies that are big in transitioning books to filmsThe normal expectations and ratesAbout...

With over one billion monthly users, TikTok is quickly becoming one of the most popular social media platforms (especially for those aged 10-20). So it's not surprising to see more and more authors making a move to the video-sharing app and including videos in their marketing strategy.  If you're an author who's looking for new ways to expand your reach, sell more books, learn, create and entertain your audience, it's time you checked out TikTok.  And before you say, "I can't create videos"...

In chapter eleven, we chat with Stephanie Phillips from SBR Media about the role of a Literary Agent and how it can support your author biz.  We chat about: What is an agent's job and how does the relationship between author and agent workIs it ever too early to seek out an agentSub-rights. What are they and how can they make authors moneyWhat are the benefits of getting an agent for specifically sub-rights managementSteps to take to find a Literary Agent that's the right fit About...

In chapter ten, we chat with Becca Syme about the power of an author's mindset and how to write better faster! Becca talks about discovering your strengths as a writer and how this can support your writing career.  We chat about: What Write Better-Faster means Strengths for writers and how this can support your writing career Becca's general thoughts on burnout for authors How an author/writer figure out what type of writer they areCommon worries for authors and how can you combat themAbout...

Owning an author business can be one of the most liberating, exciting and rewarding experiences. It can also be overwhelming, frustrating and isolating - it depends on how you run your business. Are you comfortable asking for help? Or do you try to do every single little thing yourself? If you're not feeling the self-employed love right now, it might be a signal that it's time to hire support or learn how to delegate. Trust us, you won't regret it.     But let's be honest, even if...

In chapter eight, we chat with Willow Winters about how she's creating success with book boxes, Patreon and TikTok. Buckle up because Willow shares her top tips with us, one's that have helped her to create a multi-seven-figure author business. We chat about: The behind-the-scenes of running a book box subscription What is Patreon and how it can help grow your author biz3 tips for building a TikTok community What are discrete covers and if you should have them available for your...

In chapter seven, we chat with Amy Molloy about storytelling for healing and how to support yourself through your writing. Whether you are writing a non-fiction personal story or fiction, this chapter has so many tips around healing through your words.  We chat about: The concept of storytelling for healing and why it’s so importantHow much is too much sharing when it comes to writing personal storiesWhat Amy has learned from writing very openly about her lifeWhat a Lightwriter is Tips and...