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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
In this week’s episode, I chat with best-selling author and Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, Becca Syme. We discuss some of the common causes of overwhelm and burnout for authors and what we can do to minimise their impact and set ourselves up for success. Some of the other topics we discuss include:
· The role of “expectation” in causing burnout.
· Why lack of sales doesn’t mean you’re failing as an author.
· How to know when you’re out of the Research & Development Phase of your author career.
· The role of Energy Pennies in creating a sustainable author career.
· What are Author Success Archetypes and how they can be identified and harnessed for success.
· Why it’s important to remember that anything can change for the better!
If you’re in need of a pep talk – whether in your author career or life in general – this is the episode for you!
Visit Becca’s website here: https://betterfasteracademy.com/
Join the Author Business Phases Summit here.
Follow Becca on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/betterfasteracademy/
If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
In this week’s episode, I chat with book publicist, Larissa Banting. Larissa demystifies PR and discusses its power to boost visibility and sales of your books. Some of the other topics we discuss include:
· What sets publicity apart from advertising.
· Why going on T.V. is often the last form of recommended media publicity.
· Why podcasts are the gateway drug to publicity.
· How to get on a podcast without pitch-slapping anyone!
If you’re interested in building credibility for your brand and getting your books in front of more readers, then this is the episode for you!
Visit Larissa’s website here: https://www.larissabanting.com/
Grab Larissa's FREE PR Checklist here: https://thirtyinthree.com/checklist
Follow Larissa on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/larissabanting/
Follow Larissa on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/larissa_banting/
Other resources mentioned in this episode: (Please note: Some of these links are affiliate links.)
· Visit my new Author Resources page here: https://jobuer.com/author-resources/
· Get the book Write to Riches by Renee Rose here.
· Enjoy a FREE week of Author Revolution's Your Future Self meditation and hypnosis membership when you use the coupon code ALCHEMY here.
· Check out Stacy Juba’s Vision Board Toolkit for Writers here.
If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors
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Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.
If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.
Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
In this week’s episode, I chat with bestselling author and Plot Dude, Troy Lambert. Troy shares his own recent experiences with pivoting and gives advice on how to utilise pivoting to create a sustainable author career. Some of the other topics we discuss include:
· Why writing is the easiest job in the world to quit.
· The importance of work-life balance and rest for sustainability.
· Why writing for a living is not a job but a lifestyle.
· Why the people you surround yourself with matter.
· The importance of being you!
Visit Troy’s website here: https://troylambertwrites.com/
Visit the Plot Geek Academy here: https://theplotacademy.com/
Follow Troy on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/authortroy
Follow Troy on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/authortroy/
Listen to Troy’s previous interviews on Alchemy for Authors here:
Episode 52: Making a Living as an Author with Troy Lambert
Episode 47: Plotting with Plottr with Troy Lambert
Other resources mentioned in this episode:
· Visit Claire Taylor’s website to learn more about the Enneagram for authors: https://www.ffs.media/author-services-all
· Visit Becca Syme’s website to learn more about CliftonStrengths for authors: https://betterfasteracademy.com/
· Grab a copy of the book Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman here: https://www.oliverburkeman.com/books
· Between: A Gothic Novella by Jo Buer. Purchase the eBook direct from me and use the coupon code ALCHEMY to receive 50% off until October 31st 2024. Go to https://payhip.com/b/mckaF
· Rest Easy Resort by Jo Buer. Buy direct from me for a special discounted price at the checkout. Go to https://payhip.com/b/v6Uu (No code is needed – the discounted price will show up automatically when checking out.)
If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors
Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.
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Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.
If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.
Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
In this week’s episode, I chat with bestselling author and book coach, Emma Dhesi. Emma shares with us the 4 Pillars of Author Success: Awareness, Acceptance, Growth, and Fun. We discuss how these pillars can make themselves known in all areas of our writing, publishing, and marketing journeys, and how we can use them to our advantage. We also chat about the power of accountability for getting our books written, why writing messy first drafts are encouraged, why it's important to celebrate your one-star reviews, and the transformative power of writing your first book!
Visit Emma’s website here: https://emmadhesi.com/
Visit Emma’s YouTube channel here.
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Follow Emma on Instagram here.
Find Emma’s books here.
Listen to Emma’s previous interviews on Alchemy for Authors here:
Episode 53: Writing a Book with Emma Dhesi Episode 4: Banish Imposter Syndrome with Emma DhesiOther resources mentioned in this episode:
· Between: A Gothic Novella by Jo Buer. Purchase the eBook direct from me and use the coupon code ALCHEMY to receive 50% off until October 31st 2024. Purchase here: https://payhip.com/b/mckaF
· Find most retailers for Between: A Gothic Novella at https://books2read.com/BetweenAGothicNovella
· My gothic suspense novel Rest Easy Resort is on sale for $1.99 on Kobo in the US and Canadian store for the month of October.
US Store - https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/rest-easy-resort
CA Store - https://www.kobo.com/ca/en/ebook/rest-easy-resort
If you prefer, you can buy the eBook of Rest Easy Resort direct from me for a special discounted price at the checkout. Go to https://payhip.com/b/v6Uu (No code is needed – the discounted price will show up automatically when checking out.)
· Join me in Renee Rose’s Write to Riches 8 Week Course, but be quick! The course starts October 8th! The course is full price at $333 or 3 payments of $115. (Please note: these are affiliate links which support the show with no extra cost to you.) Pay in full: https://write-to-riches.teachable.com/p/write-to-riches-fall-2024?affcode=1373182_lozgyec- or Pay over 3 payments here: https://write-to-riches.teachable.com/purchase?product_id=5774828&affcode=1373182_lozgyec-
If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors
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If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.
Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
In this week’s solo episode, I share a personal update on what actions I’m taking to align myself with being a healthy author, and I reflect on how I came to write my gothic novella, Between. I also read an excerpt from Between and challenge you to trust that your words have purpose and your stories have a place in the world.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
· Between: A Gothic Novella by Jo Buer. Purchase the eBook direct from me and use the coupon code ALCHEMY to receive 50% off until October 31st 2024. https://payhip.com/b/mckaF
· Find most retailers for Between: A Gothic Novella at https://books2read.com/BetweenAGothicNovella
· Your Future Self Meditation Membership by Author Revolution. Receive a 1 week FREE trial when you use this link: https://author-revolution-academy.mykajabi.com/YFS-Broken
· Join me in Renee Rose’s Write to Riches 8 Week Course here. (Please note that since recording I have become an affiliate and do receive a small commission if you enrol through my link.)
· Purchase Renee’s book Write to Riches here.
· Join The Money Magic Membership and get 1 month FREE when you use this link and the coupon code JO. (Please note: A do receive a small commission if you decide to continue with the membership)
Listen to Alchemy for Authors Episode 55: Write to Riches with Renee Rose here.If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors
Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.
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Join the Alchemy for Authors Facebook Group here.
Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.
If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.
Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
Are you roadworthy as an author? Are you set up to go the distance with your author career?
In this week’s solo episode, I reflect on changes I need to make in all areas of my life to set myself up for a sustainable, joyful author career. I share the questions I’ve been asking myself around procrastination, my health, and emotional and mental baggage, and I discuss how some small everyday stressors might be sabotaging your success.
If you’re ready to take inventory of where you’re at and where you might be holding yourself back on your author journey, then this is the episode for you. My hope is it inspires you to take action on the small, but important, things you’ve been avoiding, let go of the things you no longer need, and plan for a future of joy and ease.
If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors
Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.
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Join the Alchemy for Authors Facebook Group here.
Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.
If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.
Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
In this week’s solo episode, I discuss how I use Writer’s Notebooks to collect inspiration and pay attention to the stories all around us. In the intro I share a brief personal update about my writing plans for the next sixteen months.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
· Leuchtturm 1917 Notebooks: https://www.leuchtturm1917.us/
· Clever Fox Planners: https://cleverfoxplanner.com/
· Steff Green’s Website (includes links to the Writing Your Skeleton Draft course): https://www.rageagainstthemanuscript.com/home
If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors
Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.
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Join the Alchemy for Authors Facebook Group here.
Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.
If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.
Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
In this week’s episode I interview marketing and PR specialist, and the owner of Talk Plus Tell, Lyda McLallen. Some topics we discuss include:
· Lyda’s number one strategy for increasing book sales.
· Why saying “Buy my book” might be costing you sales.
· Lyda’s advice for sourcing testimonials for your books.
· Why you don’t need the label of “bestselling author” to be a bestselling author.
· How to, and why you should, romanticise your writing life!
If you’re looking at selling more books while enjoying the process, then this episode will share the practical steps and mindset shifts needed to do both.
Visit the Talk Plus Tell website here: https://talkplustell.com/
Grab your FREE copy of The Ultimate Author Checklist here: https://talkplustell.com/ultimate-author-checklist/
Follow Lyda on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/talkplustell/
Follow Lyda on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/talkplustell
If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors
Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.
Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.
If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.
Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
In this week’s solo episode, I chat about why many of us avoid writing or look for permission to write. I also share tips around how we can move forward and write anyway.
Find Julia Cameron's book, The Right to Write, here: https://juliacameronlive.com/books-by-julia/the-right-to-write/
If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors
Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.
Follow me on Facebook: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.
Join the Alchemy for Authors Facebook Group here.
Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.
If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.
Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
In this week’s episode I interview author and Book Marketing Coach, Heidi McIntyre about her debut novel Sea Magic and tips and tricks for marketing your book. Some topics we discuss include:
· How marketing produce helped Heidi start her writing career.
· How to balance writing with marketing.
· Seven common mistakes authors make when launching a book.
· How to narrow down your target audience and get clear on your ideal customer avatar.
· The mindset shift you need to make when starting an author career.
· Why Heidi opted for Indie Publishing over Traditional Publishing.
· The benefits to starting &/or being a part of an author support group.
If you’re looking at upping your marketing game, this episode will get you inspired with how to start!
Visit Heidi’s website here: https://heidimcintyre.com/
Grab your copy of the 7 Mistakes Indie Authors Make When Launching A Book here: https://heidimcintyre.com/free-guide/
Check out Heidi’s novel Sea Magic here.
Follow Heidi on Instagram here.
Follow Heidi on Facebook here.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
· Publisher Rocket
· Jessie Cunniffe’s Book Blurb Magic Course (Use the coupon code ALCHEMY to get 10% off)
· Jessie Cunniffe’s 1:1 Blurb Audit (Use the coupon code ALCHEMY to get 10% off)
· Jessie Cunniffe’s Spicy Blurb Playbook (Use the coupon code ALCHEMY to get 10% off)
· Jessie Cunniffe’s Custom Book Blurbs (Use the coupon code ALCHEMY to get 10% off)
Please note: I am an affiliate for Publisher Rocket and Jessie’s Book Blurb Magic products. I use these products myself and highly recommend them. When you purchase via my affiliate links, I make a small commission that helps support the show.
If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors
Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.
Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.
If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.
Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
In this week’s solo episode, I ask you to question what type of boss you are when running your author business. Are you a good boss, or are you a bad boss self-sabotaging your author success? The answer might surprise you!
Other episodes mentioned in this episode:
Episode 74: Go Creative Planning with Orna Ross
Episode 75: The Sustainable Author Career with Claire Taylor
Episode 58: Author Alignment & the Enneagram with Claire Taylor
Episode 20: Intuition and Success For Authors with Becca Syme
Forbes Article: Why Your Bad Boss Could Literally Be Killing You by Caroline Castrillon
If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors
Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.
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Join the Alchemy for Authors Facebook Group here.
Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.
If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.
Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
In this week’s episode I interview author and centenarian, Babette Hughes, about writing later in life, and her new book, Lessons in Evil.
We also discuss:
· Why Babette waited until her eighties to become a published author.
· Why we should rewrite the narrative around aging.
· How Babette came to write Lessons in Evil.
· Why it’s so important to tap into your emotions and unconscious when writing.
· How a traumatic childhood influenced Babette’s stories.
· The role gratitude can plan in your writing career and in banishing imposter syndrome.
· Why “lucky” people aren’t all that lucky!
If you’ve ever used the excuse that you’re too old to go after your dreams, or have wondered what’s the secret to living a happy life, then this is the episode for you!
Visit Babette’s website here: https://www.babettehughesbooks.com/
Find Babette’s books here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Babette-Hughes/author/B001K8I026
Follow Babette on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/babettehughes
If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors
Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.
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Join the Alchemy for Authors Facebook Group here.
Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.
If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.
Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
In this week’s episode I interview award-winning author and CEO of Page and Podium Press, Dr Amanda Nell Edgar. Along with chatting about ghostwriting, writing memoirs, and hybrid publishing, some of the topics we discuss include:
· What exactly are hybrid memoirs.
· The key to knowing whether you’re ready to write a memoir.
· Why the truth can be more important than fact.
· The malleability of memory.
· Different options for publishing your book.
· When self-sabotage is most likely to strike, why it chooses to do so, and what to do about it.
If you’ve ever dreamed about writing a memoir, listen to Amanda share advice and inspiration for getting your book written and published, so you too, can change your life!
Visit the Page and Podium Press website here: https://pageandpodium.com/
Grab your copy of the Memoir Method Checklist here: https://pageandpodium.com/checklist
Learn more about the Memoir Method here: https://pageandpodium.com/memoir-method/
Follow Page and Podium Press on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/pageandpodiumpress/
Follow Page and Podium Press on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/pageandpodiumpress
Some of the books mentioned in this episode:
· The Summer of 2020: George Floyd & the Resurgence of the Black Lives Matter Movement by Andre E. Johnson & Amanda Nell Edgar
· The Ignorant Man’s Son by Victor James Hill
· The Fight You Don’t See by Wendy Davis
· Oilman: From Farm Field to Oil Field by Walter Dechant
If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors
Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.
Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.
If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.
Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
In this week’s episode I share an interview I did on the Author Revolution Podcast with Carissa Andrews in December 2023. We discuss a myriad of topics including:
· How taking inspired action has helped my author career and my podcast.
· The benefits of genre hopping.
· Cats!!!
· How to fill the creative well by stealing from real life.
· The role artificial intelligence can play in your writing career.
· Why you should consider attending local author events.
· How the Alchemy for Authors Podcast helps me to grow as a person.
· My experience with imposter syndrome and how I work through it.
The body of this episode was recorded by Carissa Andrews and first appeared on the Author Revolution Podcast, Episode 212: Getting Out Of Your Comfort Zone With Jo Buer, and can be listened to here: https://authorrevolution.org/212-2/
Visit the Author Revolution website here: https://authorrevolution.org/
Listen to the Author Revolution Podcast on your favourite podcast app or visit https://podcasts.bcast.fm/the-author-revolution-podcast
Check our Carissa’s courses and memberships here or use my affiliate links below with the coupon code ALCHEMY to save 30% off of the first payment on eligible products, or the full price when you pay in full.
· Abundant Author Activation - https://academy.authorrevolution.org/a/2147529690/woteKkRf
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· Rapid Release Roadmap - https://academy.authorrevolution.org/a/2147502249/woteKkRf
· Indie Publishing Fundamentals - https://academy.authorrevolution.org/a/2147515075/woteKkRf
· Story Cure - https://academy.authorrevolution.org/a/2147515076/woteKkRf
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If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
In this week’s episode I interview urban fantasy author Martha Carr about Kickstarter and starting over in her author career. Some of the topics we discuss include:
· How Martha went from being a prolific traditionally published author to starting over as an indie author with just one book in her backlist.
· Why Martha chose to go indie rather than traditional publishing this time round.
· Why Martha chose to open a Shopify store with only one book.
· The strategies Martha uses to bring readers to her books and her Kickstarters.
· How to set up your Kickstarter for success, particularly as a beginner.
· Why Martha doesn’t advertise on Amazon.
· Why your greatest assets are the people in your author community.
· The role the Enneagram and Claire Taylor’s books and courses have played in Martha’s pivot.
Whether you’re an author just starting out, or starting over, Martha offers great tips and strategies for boosting your books and setting yourself up for success.
Find Martha’s books here: https://authormarthacarr.com/
Learn more about Martha’s Kickstarters here: https://marthacarr.com/
Contact Martha at: [email protected]
Other resources mentioned in this episode:
Join Lee Savino and Renee Rose’s Money Magic Membership here and enjoy the first month for FREE: https://www.moneymagicmembership.com/a/2147619110/FFtoFakC and use the coupon code JO on checkout. (Please note: I am a member and an affiliate myself and I may receive a small commission if you decide to stay on past the month trial. This commission helps support the show.)
Learn more about Claire Taylor and the Enneagram by visiting her website here: https://www.ffs.media/ and listening to Episode 75: The Sustainable Author Career, and Episode 58: Author Alignment & the Enneagram on Alchemy for Authors.
If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors
Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.
Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.
If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.
Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
In this week’s episode I interview award-winning podcaster, creative entrepreneur, and bestselling author, Joanna Penn, about her wonderful new book, Writing the Shadow: Turn Your Inner Darkness into Words. Joanna gives advice on how to recognize your Shadow Self and how we can use it to not only become better writers, but also better people. We discuss why AI is no competition for you showing up and being vulnerable on the page, what it's like to be an intuitive discovery writer, and why there's nothing wrong with binge writing. We also discuss the role of synchronicity in writing a book, and why planning your author career is often about lifestyle design.
If you're ready to delve into the dark, confront your shadows, and are willing to use your vulnerability to really connect with your readers, then it’s time to let your dark horse run. Grab a drink, find a comfy chair, sit back and enjoy the show!
Visit Joanna’s Creative Penn website here: https://www.thecreativepenn.com/
Listen to The Creative Penn podcast here or on your favourite podcast app.
Visit Joanna’s J. F. Penn website here: https://jfpenn.com/
Grab your copy of Writing the Shadow: Turn Your Inner Darkness into Words here: https://creativepennbooks.com/
Support Joanna’s Spear of Destiny Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thecreativepenn/spear-of-destiny-an-action-adventure-thriller-novel
Follow Joanna on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/TheCreativePenn
Follow Joanna on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/jfpennauthor/
Other resources mentioned in this episode:
Tim Ferris – The 4 Hour Workweek
Becca Symes – Dear Writer, Are You Intuitive?
Listen to Episode 20: Intuition and Success for Authors with Becca Syme here.
Join Lee Savino and Renee Rose’s Money Magic Membership here and enjoy the first month for FREE: https://www.moneymagicmembership.com/a/2147619110/FFtoFakC and use the coupon code JO on checkout.
(Please note: I am a member and an affiliate myself and I may receive a small commission if you decide to stay on past the month trial. This commission helps support the show.)
If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors
Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.
Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.
If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.
Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
In this week’s episode I interview USA Today bestselling author of over 69 romance novels, and Money Magic co-founder, Lee Savino. We chat about all things manifestation and mindset, and her brilliant book, Adventures With The Universe.
Other topics we discuss include:
· How a hypnotherapist helped Lee change her beliefs around making a living as an author.
· Why you should never close a door on your dream.
· Tips for dissolving money and success blocks.
· What a tidy house has to do with manifesting money as an author.
· Why you should use the good china and get yourself a new toothbrush.
· How to attract the right people into your life.
· The biggest mistake you can make as an author.
If you’re ready to include some money magic in your life, and banish the blocks holding you back from having the author career you aspire to, then this is the episode for you! Make sure you check out Lee’s book Adventures With The Universe and the Money Magic Membership in the show notes.
Visit Lee’s website here: https://leesavino.com/
Grab your copy of Adventures With The Universe here.
Join the Money Magic Membership here and enjoy the first month for FREE: https://www.moneymagicmembership.com/a/2147619110/FFtoFakC and use the coupon code JO on checkout. (Please note: I am a member and an affiliate myself, and will receive a small commission if you decide to stay on past the month trial. But if you enjoy the membership, consider signing up to become an affiliate too!)
Join the Millionaire Author Mastermind Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/millionaireauthormastermind
Join the Seven Figure Author Course here: https://millionaire-author-coaching.teachable.com/p/seven-figure-author
Join the Author Abundance Central: Write to Riches Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/183210270143403
Listen to Alchemy for Authors Episode 55: Write to Riches with Renee Rose here: https://jobuer.com/episode-55-write-to-riches-with-renee-rose/
If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors
Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.
Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.
If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.
Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/
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Welcome to Minisode 4 of Alchemy for Authors!
In this short episode I share my reflection on my recent bout of burnout and overwhelm, and how rest really can make us more productive and creative.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.
If you have an idea for an episode or a question you want answered on the show, you can now leave me a brief voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors
Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.
Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.
If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.
Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode here.
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
In this week’s episode I chat with award winning photographer and travel writer, Jeremiah Gilbert. Jeremiah shares tips and advice for writing non-fiction and including photography in your books, as well as creative practices that can help boost your creativity.
Other topics we discuss include:
· The role the pandemic played in Jeremiah writing travel books.
· How Jeremiah navigates writer’s block and imposter syndrome.
· The perks of being a multi-passionate creative.
· The three benefits meditation has on Jeremiah’s writing.
· Jeremiah’s number one tip for travel writing.
If you’re interested in travel writing, including photography in your books, or are a multi-passionate creative, then this episode is going to inspire you to embrace your gifts and share them with the world!
Visit Jeremiah’s website here: https://jeremiahgilbert.com/
Connect with Jeremiah on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jg_travels/
Find Jeremiah’s books here: https://jeremiahgilbert.com/books/
If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors
Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.
Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.
If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.
Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/
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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!
In this week’s episode I chat with humour and mystery author, Enneagram consultant for creatives and the owner of FFS Media, Claire Taylor. We talk about all things Enneagram, her new book Sustain Your Author Career, and how you can become a liberated writer.
Other topics we discuss include:
· Why it’s so important to align your actions and author career with your core desire.
· The differences between Claire’s two books: Reclaim Your Author Career and Sustain Your Author Career.
· How to build resilience and navigate the constant changes in the author world.
· Why we might mistype ourselves and what we can do about it.
· How knowing your Enneagram Type can help you create an aligned and sustainable author career.
If you’re ready to uplevel your mindset and create for yourself a sustainable author career aligned with who you really are, then the Enneagram might just be the key you’re looking for. Make sure you check out Claire’s new book, Sustain Your Author Career, to learn more!
Visit Claire’s website here: https://www.ffs.media/
Support Claire’s Kickstarter and learn more about her book Sustain Your Author Career here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ffsmedia/sustain-your-author-career
Learn more about Claire’s Liberated Writer Course here: https://www.ffs.media/liberated-writer-course
* PS: If you mention you heard about the course through me (Jo Buer or Alchemy for Authors) I get a small commission that helps support the show at no extra cost to you.
Listen to Episode 58 of Alchemy for Authors - Author Alignment & the Enneagram with Claire Taylor here: https://jobuer.com/episode-58-author-alignment-the-enneagram-with-claire-taylor/
If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.
Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.
Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.
If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.
Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/
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