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  • The Midlist Indie Author With T. Thorn Coyle
    How can you build a creative, sustainable career as a ‘mid-list' indie author? How can you design a business that works for you and your books over the long term? T. Thorn Coyle explains more in this episode. In the intro, BookVault bespoke printing options; Harper Collins partners with Eleven Labs for AI-narrated non-English audiobooks [Publishing Perspectives]; AI Publishing Formula Podcast; Brave New Bookshelf Podcast; “I’m not worried about AI, because I got my mojo working.” Stephen King; Today's show is sponsored by ProWritingAid, writing and editing software that goes way beyond just grammar and typo checking. With its detailed […]
  • Generative AI Impact On Creativity And Business In the Music Industry With Tristra Newyear Yeager
    What can authors learn from the adoption of AI into the music industry? What are some of the ways musicians are making money in the fractured creator economy? Tristra Newyear Yeager gives her thoughts in this interview. In the intro, Draft2Digital announced a retail distribution agreement with Fable [D2D]; Kobo launches a new color e-reader [Rakuten Kobo]; Ultimate guide to subscription models [Self-Publishing Advice]; Independence and interdependence [Self-Publishing Advice]; Becca Syme on getting unstuck [Ink in Your Veins]. Plus, Amazon's new AI board member, Andrew Ng [TechCrunch]; AI for Everyone free course; SEO is Dead [Marketing Against the Grain]; My […]
  • Facing Fears In Writing And Life With Rachael Herron
    How can you overcome your fears and make a life change towards your dreams? Or tackle the fears that stop you from writing and publishing your book? Rachael Herron talks about creating despite the fear, and getting unstuck in this interview. In the intro, Blackberry movie and IP questions; The Copyright Handbook by Steven Fishman; Co-Intelligence: Living and Working With AI by Ethan Mollick; London Screenwriters Festival; Lessons from my screenwriting course (2018); Catacomb on my store, and on other stores; Spear of Destiny Kickstarter. Today's show is sponsored by Draft2Digital, self-publishing with support, where you can get free formatting, free […]
  • Different Ways To Market Your Book With Joanna Penn
    There are many options for book marketing, so how do you choose the right ones for you? I give my thoughts on the different polarities on the marketing scale to help you figure out what might work for your book, your stage on the author journey, and your lifestyle. In the intro, Storybundle for writers; Seth Godin on Tim Ferriss; Amazon's investment in Anthropic; Claude 3 direct or Poe.com; Claude prompt library; join me and Joseph Michael for a prompt webinar, 4 April, register here; plus, Spear of Destiny. Today's show is sponsored by my patrons! Join my community and […]
  • Tips For Selling And Marketing Direct Using Meta Ads With Matthew J Holmes
    What mindset shift do you need if you want to sell direct? How can you use Meta and AI tools to amplify your marketing? Matt Holmes gives his tips as well as insights from running my ads for my store, JFPennBooks.com. In the intro, how to sell more books at live events [BookBub]; Future of publishing and LBF, includes video of our live panel [Orna Ross on SelfPublishingAdvice]; 5 Trends we learned at the Future of Publishing [Kickstart Your Book Sales]; Author business and Author Nation [Wish I'd Known Then]; Amazon de-lists my Companion workbooks, but you can buy the […]
  • Insights On The Enneagram And Sustain Your Author Career With Claire Taylor
    How can you use insights from the Enneagram to help you with a sustainable author career? How can you get past your blocks and move towards success, whatever that means for you? Claire Taylor provides her insights. In the intro, will TikTok be banned in the USA, and how will this impact authors and publishing? [TechCrunch; Kathleen Schmidt]; Hugh Howey on the Tim Ferriss show; I, Cyborg: Using Co-Intelligence [Ethan Mollick]; Using AI in award-winning writing [Smithsonian Mag; Editor and Publisher]; Plus, I'm now an award-winning author for Pilgrimage! [Pics on Instagram, Buy the book from me, or on other […]
  • Award-winning Author: Pilgrimage won the 2024 Selfie Awards for Best Non-Fiction/Memoir at London Book Fair
    I'm thrilled to share that my travel memoir, Pilgrimage: Lessons Learned from Solo Walking Three Ancient Ways, won Best Non-Fiction/Memoir at the Selfie Awards at London Book Fair on 14 March 2024. I am now an award-winning author! The award was judged based on the story and the content of the book, the quality of production, and also for the marketing campaign and resulting book sales. I launched Pilgrimage on Kickstarter in February 2023 where it raised £25,771. I then went on to sell it direct from my store, JFPennBooks.com, and also on the main retailers in all formats. I narrated the audiobook edition. Most of […]
  • Dealing With Change And How To Build Resilience As An Author With Becca Syme
    There are more options for publishing and reaching readers than ever before, and the indie author business models are splintering and diverging, so how do we know which path to follow? How do we deal with the changes due to generative AI, and how do we manage the grief and anxiety about these shifts? Becca Syme gives her perspective. In the intro, Kobo Plus launches in Ireland and South Africa [KWL]; Authors Equity [Publishing Perspectives]; Selling direct insights [Kindlepreneur]; Claude 3 [Anthropic]; Spear of Destiny. This podcast is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life, which helps authors self-publish and reach readers in […]
  • How To Create Beautiful Print Books And Sell Direct With Alex Smith From Bookvault
    How can you create more beautiful print books — and make more money with your products by selling direct? Alex Smith explains how BookVault can help with various options as well as helpful resources. In the intro, audiobooks and AI [Frankfurt Bookmesse]; Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, and Virtual Worlds by Joanna Penn; Google's woke AI Gemini [The Verge]; AI solving humanity's hardest problems [NY Times]; Demis Hassabis on Hard Fork [NY Times]; Finding my voice in the AI wars [Talena Winters]. Plus, Author Blueprint (2024) is now in print (or get the ebook here); Spear of Destiny prelaunch page. Today's show […]

Get Better

  • The Biggest Communication Barriers in Business—and How to Overcome Them
    by Madison Stein
    Communication barriers can negatively affect productivity, employee morale, and the bottom line. Learn about different business communication barriers and how to overcome them. The post The Biggest Communication Barriers in Business—and How to Overcome Them appeared first on Grammarly Blog.
  • Top 8 Benefits of Effective Communication in the Workplace
    by Madison Stein
    Looking to improve your team’s business communication skills? Check out our blog post on the 8 benefits of effective communication in the workplace. The post Top 8 Benefits of Effective Communication in the Workplace appeared first on Grammarly Blog.
  • GitHub Copilot: What it is, how it works, and how to use it
    by Grammarly
    Generative AI is changing the face of creative collaboration, and coding assistants are some of the most exciting new applications. These assistants can understand your code, suggest completions, generate entire functions, and propose alternative approaches. Here’s an overview of one of the leading AI coding assistants, GitHub Copilot. Table of […]
  • 14 Types of Business Communication and When to Use Each to Succeed
    by Madison Stein
    Unlock the secrets to effective business communication! Explore the different types of business communication and learn when to use each for maximum impact. The post 14 Types of Business Communication and When to Use Each to Succeed appeared first on Grammarly Blog.
  • How to Write a Social Media Essay
    by Lindsay Kramer
    As a current student, it’s almost guaranteed you use social media in some way. It’s also quite likely you’ll write a social media essay at some point in your academic career. If you’re wondering how to write a social media essay, read on—this guide will walk you through just about […]
  • How to Use AI to Craft Compelling Titles for Documents and Content
    by Matt Ellis
    There are plenty of creative AI applications for writing—from emails to thank-you notes. But generative AI really shines when it comes to the unique needs of content marketing, especially with an extra emphasis on titles, which influence clicks, SEO, and social sharing. That’s why AI titles are so effective; AI […]
  • DALL-E 101: What It Is and How It Works
    by Grammarly
    DALL-E is one of the innovative generative AI platforms blurring the lines between human- and computer-generated creativity. Here’s an overview of DALL-E, how to use it, and what you should know to make it work for you. Table of contents What is DALL-E? Who created DALL-E? Evolution of DALL-E How […]
  • Google Gemini 101: What It Is and How to Use It
    by Grammarly
    As Google’s answer to ChatGPT, Gemini can change how you search the internet and interact with Google services and apps. Learn what Gemini is, how to use it, and which potential shortcomings to avoid. Table of contents What is Gemini? How Gemini works Gemini release date Is Gemini free? How […]
  • Paraphrasing a Paragraph: An Easy Step-by-Step Guide
    by Grammarly
    Paraphrasing a paragraph is different than paraphrasing a sentence or phrase. In some ways, it’s more difficult, but in others, it’s easier. Knowing how to paraphrase a paragraph takes more than just changing a few words; you need to rewrite multiple sentences and understand the rules for citation, syntax, and […]
  • The Art of Writing for Public Speaking: Crafting Presentations for Impactful Delivery
    by Anjie Zheng
    Does the term “public speaking” make your palms sweat or heart race? While it remains a top source of anxiety for many, public speaking is an inescapable part of thriving in the workplace. After all, effectively talking to others is essential to communicating your ideas, vouch for your initiatives, or […]

Strategise

  • Attracting Gen Z: 11 Marketing Tips
    by Hello Yuqo
    Marketing to Generation Z takes a different approach than with other generations. But who are Gen Zers? And why are they important for your business? In this article, you'll find out how you can attract more Gen Zers with your brand, and what you should do differently compared to marketing […]
  • Why you need a translation strategy
    by Luke Sholl
    When entering international markets, a translation strategy is fundamental to making the most of your business venture. To find out how you can formulate your own successful strategy, and the benefits of doing so, keep reading. The post Why you need a translation strategy appeared first on Yuqo.
  • 8 SEO tips to prep your site for the holiday season
    by Hello Yuqo
    The holiday season is just around the corner. While consumers are busy preparing their shopping list, it's a perfect opportunity to improve your website and make some changes that can help to boost sales. The post 8 SEO tips to prep your site for the holiday season appeared first on […]
  • The top 8 benefits of list posts
    by Luke Sumpter
    To call the internet saturated would be an understatement. There are well over a billion sites vying for attention, all claiming to offer the solutions readers are looking for. But people want something they can quickly scroll through to find the answers—list posts fit the bill perfectly! Discover 8 key […]
  • The Japanese art of wabi-sabi
    by Hello Yuqo
    Is wabi-sabi a useful label to put on an old table, or an age-old ideal through which we can find beauty in impermanence, decay, and death? Here we trace the term from its Buddhist origins through to its more modern, and far more positive, iteration. The post The Japanese art […]
  • 8 ways to monetize your content
    by Hello Yuqo
    If you've decided the life of an online content producer is for you, then welcome aboard! Making content is one thing; making it pay is quite another. Below, we list our 8 top tips for turning content into profit. The post 8 ways to monetize your content appeared first on […]
  • 9 words that define the 21st century
    by Hello Yuqo
    The 21st century has seen many huge changes to societies around the world. There are thousands of words that could have made this list, and what we cover is only a tiny portion of our time. Nevertheless, these nine words tell us so much about the age in which we […]
  • How to improve focus and productivity at work: practical tips
    by Hello Yuqo
    Cramming too many tasks into a workday has a counterproductive effect, as it negatively influences focus. Multitasking is totally overrated—it's actually the ability to focus on one thing at a time that will help you improve focus and productivity. It comes down to taking care of your body and mind, […]
  • How to optimise brand communication on social media
    by Luke Sumpter
    Proper brand communication can take a regular business and propel it into a living success story. It involves more than just a pretty logo and a flashy website (although these are important!). You need to develop a consistent and appropriate voice, post at the right time, engage with the correct […]
  • How to market Bastille Day
    by Luke Sholl
    A hugely important day in French culture, Bastille Day commemorates the Storming of the Bastille. To find out the history of Bastille Day, its cultural significance, and how to build an effective marketing strategy around the event, keep reading. The post How to market Bastille Day appeared first on Yuqo.

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