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How To Make An Audiobook
In this episode, I'm joined by voice over artist and audiobook producer, Ethan Fifield, for an explainer on how to make an audiobook.
Ethan offers a fantastic insight into the process of making audiobooks, explaining what it's like to be a producer and what it's like to work with publishers and authors.
Ethan also offers practical advice on how to make an audiobook, using platforms like ACX to create projects that narrators can pitch for. He also explains how different contracts can be arranged, like royalty splits, meaning you can make an audiobook with the help of a narrator today without paying a penny!
If you're keen to learn more about audiobooks, this episode is guaranteed to help.
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Ciel Pierlot On Writing Fantasy And Queer Fiction
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In this episode, award-nominated author Ciel Pierlot joins me in the Toolshed for a fascinating chat about writing fantasy and writing queer fiction. Ciel's new book, The Hunter's Gambit, was published by Angry Robot earlier this year. We chat all about the writing of the story, Ciel's writing process as a whole, and crafting characters who are interesting and engaging. Ciel also discusses her ...
Special Episode: Stephen Aryan On Writing Novellas And Self Publishing
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In this special episode, I'm delighted to be joined by returning guest and bestselling author, Stephen Aryan. Stephen has just released his latest fantasy novel, The Blood Dimmed Tide, and on 1st October, he's releasing his first-ever crime novella, New York Minute. We chat all about New York Minute, writing novellas, mixing fantasy and other genres together, crafting characters readers love, a...
The Writing Process With Kate J. Armstrong
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In this episode, I'm delighted to be joined by fantasy author, Kate J. Armstrong. Kate's new book Fyrebirds recently hit the shelves and in this episode we talk all about it. We also dive into Kate's journey through the world of writing, how she found inspiration when it left her, and the crafty questions we love so much, such as how to create characters, magic systems readers love, and worlds ...
Jennifer L Armentrout On Breaking Into Traditional Publishing
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🔥 Here bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout shares her experience of breaking into the world of traditional publishing and what her journey was like Whether you're a fan of From Blood and Ash, the Flesh and Fire series, or curious about her latest books, this clip is packed with inspiration to give writing a go yourself.✨ Listen to the full interview here - th-cam.com/video/HF4KS3w3viU/w-d...
Jennifer L. Armentrout: Interview On Writing And Born Of Blood And Ash
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Jennifer L. Armentrout is one of the biggest authors in the world right now. A #1 NYT Bestseller, as well as a #1 International Bestseller, Jennifer has penned over 70 books in a range of genres and for all different audiences. In this episode, we talk all about Jennifer's journey into writing and how it all led to the release of her brand new book, Born Of Blood And Ash, which hit the shelves ...
Jennifer L Armentrout On Writing Born Of Blood And Ash
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In this clip, Jennifer L Armentrout explains what it was like to write the final book in the Flesh and Fire Series, Born Of Blood And Ash. At over 300,000 words, this is one of Jennifer's longest every fantasy books. Here she explains what it was like to tie everything together, what the emotional journey was like writing the last book in the series, and what her favorite part of the novel is. ...
Jennifer L Armentrout's Best Piece Of Writing Advice
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In this clip, Jennifer L Armentrout shares her favorite piece of advice for authors. And this one is super important to remember. It can be tough when writing with all of the noise hitting you from social media and the like. You may feel like writing something that aligns more with current trends rather than what interests you. This awesome writing tip from Jennifer Armentrout provides vital cl...
How To Write Young Adult (YA) Fiction And Literature With Bestselling Author Sarah Arthur
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In this episode, I'm delighted to welcome bestselling author, Sarah Arthur. Sarah's debut YA fantasy novel, Once A Queen has recently hit the shelves courtesy of Penguin Random House. We chat all about writing a YA fantasy novel, creating characters, transitioning from writing non-fiction to fiction, creating a magic portal-based system, and building a fantasy world within our real world. We al...
How To Sell Books On Amazon With Kindlepreneur's Dave Chesson
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In this episode, we welcome the Kindlepreneur himself, Dave Chesson for a chat about selling books on Amazon and Kindle Direct Publishing. Dave has devoted huge amounts of time and effort into helping authors sell books and reach readers. We chat about the latest changes Amazon has made to its book category system, how selling books on Amazon works, how you can use Amazon ads to great effect, a...
Can We Change The World With Our Writing? An Interview With Manda Scott
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In this episode, I’m delighted to be joined by Sunday Times Bestselling author, Manda Scott. Manda is well known for her historical fiction series, Boudica. And in June, her new novel, Any Human Power is hitting the shelves. Any Human Power is a fantasy story of a family at the centre of a global uprising. A band of young tech-visionaries in the real world are guided from the afterlife by their...
Advice On The Writing Process And Getting Published | Gabriela Houston | Writing Tips From Authors
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In this episode, I'm joined by fantasy author Gabriela Houston for an honest chat about writing and publishing. Gabriela has developed a reputation for writing brilliant, Slavic-inspired tales. The Bone Roots, published by Angry Robot, is her latest book. We talk all about it, as well as Gabriela's journey through writing, what it's like to be traditionally published versus self-publishing, and...
Writing Thai-Inspired Fantasy With Salinee Goldenberg
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Writing Thai-Inspired Fantasy With Salinee Goldenberg
How To Write A Children's Fantasy Book | Advice From Award-Winning Children's Author, Meredith Davis
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How To Write A Children's Fantasy Book | Advice From Award-Winning Children's Author, Meredith Davis
How To Write Fantasy Romance
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How To Write Fantasy Romance
Why Do You Write Romantasy?
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Why Do You Write Romantasy?
How To Create A Fantasy Map | Expert Advice From Inkarnate's Dread Maps and Tyndall Doodle
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How To Create A Fantasy Map | Expert Advice From Inkarnate's Dread Maps and Tyndall Doodle
How To Make Fantasy Maps | An Interview With Inkarnate's Finest, Dread Maps and Tyndall Doodle
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How To Make Fantasy Maps | An Interview With Inkarnate's Finest, Dread Maps and Tyndall Doodle
How To Make Fantasy Maps | An Interview With Inkarnate's Finest, Dread Maps and Tyndall Doodle
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How To Make Fantasy Maps | An Interview With Inkarnate's Finest, Dread Maps and Tyndall Doodle
Halloween Special - Making Monsters
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Halloween Special - Making Monsters
Audiobooks: How To Get Started
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Audiobooks: How To Get Started
[Panel] Creating And Developing Characters With Karen Heuler
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[Panel] Creating And Developing Characters With Karen Heuler
Religion And Belief Systems With Norse Shaman, Mark Weisman
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Religion And Belief Systems With Norse Shaman, Mark Weisman
The Writing Process With Daniel Polansky
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The Writing Process With Daniel Polansky
[Panel] Literary Agents And Traditional Publishing With SFF Agent, Laura Bennett
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[Panel] Literary Agents And Traditional Publishing With SFF Agent, Laura Bennett
How To Create A Magic System
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How To Create A Magic System
Hard And Soft Magic Systems In Fantasy
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Hard And Soft Magic Systems In Fantasy
Writing Advice From Authors #5 Amish Tripathi - An Interview
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Writing Advice From Authors #5 Amish Tripathi - An Interview
How To Create A Fantasy World | A Panel Discussion With Bestselling Fantasy Author, Stephen Aryan
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How To Create A Fantasy World | A Panel Discussion With Bestselling Fantasy Author, Stephen Aryan
How To Create Your Own Magic System
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How To Create Your Own Magic System