Podcast appearances and mentions of Angela J Ford

Help keep our podcast going by contributing to our Patreon! Angela J. Ford is the author of over 30 books, mostly steamy fantasy romance and romantic thrillers. Like Jenny, she fell in love with the Phantom of the Opera at an early age. And she wrote a romance novel inspired by that story--with the mysterious Phantom as the hero. Join us as we discuss Angela's Phantom-inspired novel, Music of the Night, and what makes a certain Opera Ghost so sexy. Sponsors and Advertising This podcast is a member of Airwave Media podcast network. Want to advertise on our show? Please direct advertising inquiries to advertising@airwavemedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover:  Platforms for selling a multitude of products direct Creating your own book boxes Sourcing products and artwork Marketing your direct store Creating high quality books Prose in the Market Webinar Information: I am running three session times to try and accommodate as many timezones as I can (more on this below). "Writing to market" isn't new. But when teachers talk about it they focus on understanding the market, advertising, brand and pitch. But what about the writing and craft of writing to market? If you're tired of trying to work out how to deliver what readers want, then this is the workshop for you. In this session, I'll explain: How to deconstruct bestselling books and implement the tools you find An easy three step methodology for deconstruction Practical examples of deconstruction and implementation in your own work Why you're not using copywriting enough How to intentionally slip TikTok-able/Marketable scenes into your novels that will hook readers The craft of tropes Live deconstruction using examples from those in the session. You'll also receive a workbook containing exercises for you to implement all the things you learn during the session. Session Times and Dates: Friday 9th Feb 2024 at 7pm BST (11am PST, 2pm EST, and 8am Sat 9th Auckland (DST NZDT) https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/770172856747?aff=oddtdtcreator  Saturday 10th Feb 4pm BST (8am PST, 11am EST, 5am Sunday11th (DST NZDT) https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/770175976077?aff=oddtdtcreator  Saturday 10th Feb 8pm BST (12pm PST, 3pm EST, 9am Sunday 11th (DST NZDT) https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/770177631027?aff=oddtdtcreator FAQ: Will this session be recorded? Will the recording be available for sale? The session will be recorded. The recording will only be available to ticket-holders. I will not sell the recording. I am only doing these as live sessions. When I teach, I love to see everyone's reactions and get audience participation. But depending on demand, I may run more of them in the future. Find out more about Angela: Instagram Author Website and Shop Rebel of the Week is: Eden If you'd like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com 2 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Victoria and Jacki James. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you'd like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack  This Show is Sponsored by ProWritingAid Rebel Discount link Twitter, Facebook, Instagram

This week, we are joined by fantasy author Angela J. Ford. We chat about the writing process, exploring the fantasy genre, choosing book covers, and Angela J. Ford's books, "Lured By The Dusk" and "Treachery of Water." Enjoy!Stay Prickly~

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover:  Why you need to write a business plan The main components of an author business plan What to include and what not to include in your plan Mistakes to avoid with your business plan How to improve your money mindset This week's question is:  Do you have an author business plan? Recommendation of the week is: Your Author Business Plan by Joanna Penn Kobo Apple Amazon UK Amazon USA **This podcast uses affiliate links Joanna's Links https://www.thecreativepenn.com/resources/  https://twitter.com/thecreativepenn  https://www.thecreativepenn.com/author-business-plan/ Links and Events I mentioned are: Live Q&A with Mark Lefebvre on wide marketing  17th March 8:00pm GMT, 1pm PST, 4pm EST, 7am AEST DO YOU LOVE WRITING FANTASY? CALLING ALL FANTASY WRITERS ProWritingAid are running a fantasy writing week in February and holy crap am I personally excited for this. Just look at the line up!  With live sessions from bestselling fantasy writers TJ Klune, Angela J. Ford, David Farland and Stephanie BwaBwa, a world-building workshop, and a complete World Anvil software walkthrough, you don't want to miss this event! Please note, I am an affiliate of ProWritingAid, but that's because I personally use their software.    Listener Rebel of the Week is: Mark Lefebvre If you'd like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod 1 new patron this week. Welcome and thank you to Stanley B Trice. A huge thank you as well to all existing patrons. If you'd like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack   THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KOBO WRITING LIFE Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.

Do you love writing fantasy? Then I've got great news for you! My friends at ProWritingAid are excited to announce Fantasy Writer's Week, an entire week jam-packed with events specifically designed for fantasy authors. Best part? It's FREE! Fantasy Writer's Week includes live sessions from bestselling fantasy writers like TJ Klune, Angela J. Ford, David Farland, and Stephanie BwaBwa, as well as workshops on topics like world-building and fantasy editing. There are even software demos of products you can use to create your fantasy bestseller! Fantasy Writer's Week kicks off on February 22 and runs until February 26. If you can't make it live, don't worry! All the sessions will be available via replay, so you can sign up anyway and watch the sessions when it's convenient. To get your free ticket, go to www.emmadhesi.com/FantasyWeekSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/emmadhesi)Book Editing Blueprint A Step-By-Step Plan To Making Your Novels Publishable Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover:  Why swearing is good for you The gender difference between men and women and swearing Regional swearing and what this means for characterisation  Why swearing helps you manage pain How swearing works in different areas of the brain This week's question is:  what is your favorite swear word? Recommendation of the week is: The Heroine's Journey by Gail Carriger Kobo Apple Amazon UK Amazon USA  **This podcast uses affiliate links Links and Events I mentioned are: Live Q&A with Mark Lefebvre on wide marketing 17th March 8:00pm GMT, 1pm PST, 4pm EST, 7am AEST DO YOU LOVE WRITING FANTASY? CALLING ALL FANTASY WRITERS ProWritingAid are running a fantasy writing week in February and holy crap am I personally excited for this. Just look at the line up!  With live sessions from bestselling fantasy writers TJ Klune, Angela J. Ford, David Farland and Stephanie BwaBwa, a world-building workshop, and a complete World Anvil software walkthrough, you don't want to miss this event! Please note, I am an affiliate of ProWritingAid, but that's because I personally use their software.  Find out more about Emma on: Bookshop Twitter Instagram Listener Rebel of the Week is: Stacy L Frazer If you'd like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod 1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Jackson Hollingsworth. A huge thank you to all existing patrons. If you'd like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack  

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover:  What the 80/20 principle means for your marketing The ultimate book marketing formula  How to balance writing what you want versus giving the market what it wants Common marketing mistakes  What to cut out of your marketing in 2021 This week's question is:  What marketing tactic would you like to be better at? Recommendation of the week is: Alix E Harrow's A Witch's Guide to Escape: A Practical Compendium of Portal Fantasies HUGO award winning short story Links and events I mentioned are: Live Q&A with Mark Lefebvre on wide marketing  17th March 8:00pm GMT, 1pm PST, 4pm EST, 7am AEST Patron only Poison and Prose is 10th Feb. The Dialogue Doctor Episode with me! On voice, narrator voice, character voice, sharpening dialogue and more. DO YOU LOVE WRITING FANTASY? CALLING ALL FANTASY WRITERS ProWritingAid are running a fantasy writing week in February and holy crap am I personally excited for this. Just look at the line up!  With live sessions from bestselling fantasy writers TJ Klune, Angela J. Ford, David Farland and Stephanie BwaBwa, a world-building workshop, and a complete World Anvil software walkthrough, you don't want to miss this event! Please note, I am an affiliate of ProWritingAid, but that's because I personally use their software.  Find out more about Nicholas on: Website Amazon Page Listener Rebel of the Week is: Rebecca Pursell If you'd like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com or tweet me @rebelauthorpod 1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Ryan Simmons. A huge thank you to all existing patrons. If you'd like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack   This Show is Sponsored by ProWritingAid Find out more about ProWritingAid here. DISCOUNT CODE: REBEL25 Twitter, Facebook, Instagram

Book marketing tips with fantasy author Angela J. Ford.

Do you have consistent writing habits? In episode 32, we discuss how we develop consistency especially amid distractions and differing schedules. Listen in for pro tips on how to develop consistent writing habits during the summer. IN EPISODE 32 YOU WILL LEARN: How to develop a consistent schedule that allows you to write, edit, repeat. Why having a daily routine is mandatory for productivity.Using multiple writing sessions to help you maintain your flow and increase your word count.Working backward to determine how many words you'll need to write per day to finish your work in progress.Why writing to hit a word count doesn't always work, and here's what you should do if you're struggling.How to create more productive writing sessions by plotting.Staying focused when you have multiple distractions.Why you should have an accountability partner or someone who can help you stay focused on your goals.Ways to stay consistent every single day to increase your word count and production. Afraid of the blank page? Here's some suggestions to overcome the fear of starting. Why you should identify when you do your best work. The importance of trusting yourself when writing so you can overcome your writing fears. What to do when you have ideas for other stories and want to quit your current project and start something new. https://youtu.be/c-_mlzerpLk LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: 4theWords GIVEAWAY!We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment below or tag us on Instagram with your #1 takeaway from this week's episode. Each month we'll pick one person to win access to one of our paid workshops. HOSTS CORNER Stephanie BwaBwa is working on a brand new series that focuses on mages and sirens who are at war with each other. Learn more about her books here. Stephanie's Book Recommendations: Fiction Recommendation - Steel and Fire Series by Jordan Rivet (YA Fantasy Series) NonFiction Recommendation - Build your Best Writing Life by Kristen Kieffer Angela J. Ford is wrapping up Realm of Rulers and feeling refreshed after taking a break from the series. Learn more about her books here. Angela's Book Recommendations Fiction Recommendation - Ink Mage by Victor Gischler NonFiction Recommendation - Self-Editing for Fiction Writers by Renni Browne and Dave King --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Should you pants or plot your next novel? In episode 30 we dig into the pros and cons of plotting or pantsing your novel. IN EPISODE 30 YOU WILL LEARN: Consider whether your are a more spontaneous person or tend to be more organized and structured. Rules for pantsers and what you should consider before you start writing a story.Why every book does not need extensive plotting and planning and how to tell when you need to take extra time plotting or if you should dive into writing right away.Once a plotters, always a plotter? Here's why you style might change depending on the project you're working on.The cons of over-plotting and why you should allow room for pantsing. Lessons learned from studying story structure and why you understand your genre and popular tropes.What to do when you write yourself into a corner and get stuck.Using visual inspiration, music and the "what if" method to get unstuck. Pros and cons for pantsers.Pros and cons for plotters. https://youtu.be/dHNHr4oBzwg LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: K.M. Weiland GIVEAWAY!We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment below or tag us on Instagram with your #1 takeaway from this week's episode. Each month we'll pick one person to win access to one of our paid workshops. HOSTS CORNER Stephanie BwaBwa is back in the writing groove and excited about writing her fantasy romance with a siren. She is marketing Seraphim Falling to see what she should do for Book 2. Interested? Learn more about her books here. Angela J. Ford is supposed to be taking a break after finishing Fated and releasing the audiobook for Pawn. She is excited about working on her Beauty and the Beast retelling and writing her own sea-themed story: Realm of Rulers. Learn more about her books here. REGISTER FOR A WORKSHOP Workshops are designed for career authors who want in depth training on certain topics to help you take your career to the next level.  Join us each month to dig into writing, publishing and book marketing strategies for only $27.99 plus access to the exclusive community. Sign up for a workshop here. JOIN THE COMMUNITY The journey to becoming a full-time author on your own terms doesn't have to be lonely or hard. We have an awesome community where we chat daily, write together, and motivate each other. Join the Indie Author Lifestyle Community LISTEN TO PREVIOUS EPISODES --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Interesting in co-writing an epic fantasy series? Robert Zangari takes us behind the scenes of cowriting a 12-book series with his dad. IN EPISODE 29 YOU WILL LEARN: The creative freedom of self-publishing. How to take someone else's vision and incorporate ideas to embellish the plot line.The process of co-writing and whether you should write back and forth with your co-author.How to combine two difference voices when developing characters.Compromising when it comes to co-writing and how to settle disagreements.Scheduling your epic fantasy series and determining how many books and how often to release.Marketing tactics for an epic fantasy series including kickstarters, reader magnets and pricing.Finding a constant source of constant inspiration and asking the question: What if?Advice for authors who want to start co-writing but don't know how/where to begin. https://youtu.be/mT0-jpvGRBw ABOUT ROBERT ZANGARI Robert Zangari is a fantasy fiction writer and co-author of the Legends of Kalda universe. He started his writing career in 2009 writing non-fiction but switched to writing fantasy novels in 2011 to help his father, Dan Zangari. Since 1991, Dan had been writing a fantasy epic but due to other responsibilities the work was never completed. However in 2011 Robert began working with his father. Together they created a new series based on Dan's original concepts called, Tales of the Amulet. Robert grew up in northern Utah where he attended Weber State University and the University of Utah, studying Bio-medical Engineering. He served a proselyting mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in eastern Tennessee. He currently resides in Utah, just north of Salt Lake City, with his wife, three daughters, and their dog, Chewie. When he's not writing, he enjoys immersing himself in stories through a variety of mediums (Books, plays/musicals, TV, Movies and Video Games), practicing martial arts, spending time with his family and serving in his Church. CONNECT WITH ROBERT WebsiteFacebook GIVEAWAY!We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment below or tag us on Instagram with your #1 takeaway from this week's episode. Each month we'll pick one person to win access to one of our paid workshops. HOSTS CORNER Stephanie BwaBwa just got the brand new cover for Seraphim Falling. She is testing out marketing strategies to see what works best for her series. See the new cover here! Angela J. Ford just released Curse of the Healer, finished writing Fated and just released the audiobook for Pawn. Learn more about her books here. REGISTER FOR A WORKSHOP Workshops are designed for career authors who want in depth training on certain topics to help you take your career --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

To pre-order or not to pre-order? 99 cents or full price? This episode covers book launching challenges authors face and simple steps to overcome them. IN EPISODE 28 YOU WILL LEARN: Should you pre-order or live launch? The answer may surprise you.How established authors can use pre-orders, ad campaigns and newsletter swaps to boost sales.The kinds of authors you should target when you're releasing a book.Why you shouldn't have a one-day spike during your launch and what you should focus on instead.99 cents or full price? Pricing strategies for new and established authors. The pros and cons of Kindle Unlimited and how to make money with page reads.What authors often forget about when pricing their books.How to avoid returns and low quality readers.Understanding also-boughts and the dangerous of pushing your books on friends and family.Using your review team to get more reviews. Advertising your book and how to be successful with it.Pro Tips for using Amazon Ads especially when you release a book plus how to track your ads to ensure you are profitable.Is advertising necessary for an indie author? The importance of newsletter swaps and how to use them to make your book launch effective.How to use research for your book launch.What to do after your book releases to keep it selling. Social media strategies for authors. The #1 takeaway for authors on planning a book launch. https://youtu.be/gcI7-wcphu0 LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Inkarnate - Create Fantasy MapsMark Dawson's Ads for Authors - CourseHelp! My Facebook Ads Suck - Book SeriesAds for Authors Who Hate Ads - BookBookfunnel StoryOriginArt of the Arcane Bookfunnel Management GIVEAWAY!We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment below or tag us on Instagram with your #1 takeaway from this week's episode. Each month we'll pick one person to win access to one of our paid workshops. REAL TALK Stephanie BwaBwa finished episode 2 of her serial and has begun a fantasy romance serial with an island girl and a man from the sea. Interested? Learn more about her books here. Angela J. Ford is jotting down ideas on her fantasy romance serial and planning her big epic fantasy series for 2021. Learn more about her books here. REGISTER FOR A WORKSHOP Wo --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

How do you make your stories addictive? Listen to bestselling fantasy author, Andy Peloquin as he shares about anti-heroes, using research in writing, and creating a connection to your readers that leaves your audience wanting more. IN EPISODE 27 YOU WILL LEARN: Why writing thieves, bounty hunters, and people on the wrong side of the law is so much more fun.Using psychology and neurology in writing to find a connection to your characters. How to stay on schedule with writing and releasing without getting burnt out. The logistics of sitting down and ironing out an entire series included books and themes. What to do to keep writing fun, surprise yourself, and continue to come up with new ideas.How to use research to better understand people, give them their own voice and help the reader see from a different perspective or viewpoint. Evolving your world building based around your character's backstory and need. Using characters to make your stories addictive. Why you should work with an editor who pushes you and helps you grow as a writer.Marketing as an author and finding success by using Facebook and Amazon Ads. Tips and recommendations for being more fan centric when it comes to social media.Asking your reader questions to start the conversation and encourage a back and forth connection. Advice for authors who are writing and publishing but not as inspired as they'd like to be. https://youtu.be/yKdaTktEpkQ ABOUT ANDY PELOQUIN First and foremost, Andy is a storyteller and an artist--words are his palette. Fantasy and science fiction are his genres of choice, and he loves to explore the darker side of human nature through the filter of heroes, villains, and everything in between. He is also a freelance writer, a book lover, and a guy who just loves to meet new people and spend hours talking about his fascination for the worlds he encounters in the pages of fantasy and sci-fi novels. Speculative fiction provide us with an escape, a way to forget about our mundane problems and step into worlds where anything is possible. It transcends age, gender, religion, race, or lifestyle--it is our way of believing what cannot be, delving into the unknowable, and discovering hidden truths about ourselves and our world in a brand new way. Fiction at its very best! CONNECT WITH ANDY WebsiteFacebookThe Fantasy Fiends Podcast GIVEAWAY!We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment below or tag us on Instagram with your #1 takeaway from this week's episode. Each month we'll pick one person to win access to one of our paid workshops. HOSTS CORNER Stephanie BwaBwa is out of her writing slump and having fun diving into her serial with an angelic storm elemental. Learn more about Stephanie's work here. Angela J. Ford is working on her final edits of Fat --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Are you a healthy indie author? In today's episode, we talk about staying healthy while staying at home. We also share from our personal lives what we are doing to stay mentally and physically healthy. IN EPISODE 26 YOU WILL LEARN: What you feed your mind is important, here's why you should turn off channels that feed you negative information. How to adjust, pivot and find your sources of peace whether its music, quiet times, devotionals, meditation or prayer.Why you should have a set routine and schedule for the day. Using food prep to ensure you're eating healthy every day and watching what you put into your bodies.Sitting behind a screen all day? Here are some reasons why you should get up and move around. The #1 question you should ask yourself right now: What can I do to be healthy?Why you should take the time to relax, have fun and be spontaneous. LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Young Adult Fantasy Addicts – Facebook GroupMusic: Steffany GretzingerTrello GIVEAWAY!We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment below or tag us on Instagram with your #1 takeaway from this week's episode. Each month we'll pick one person to win access to one of our paid workshops. REAL TALK Stephanie BwaBwa is having a slower week, but she's still finding ways to write by working on her serial. Learn more about her books here. Angela J. Ford is working on her passion project, a fantasy romance serial which just released. Learn more about her serial here. REGISTER FOR A WORKSHOP Workshops are designed for career authors who want in depth training on certain topics to help you take your career to the next level.  Join us each month to dig into writing, publishing and book marketing strategies for only $27.99 plus access to the exclusive community. April Workshop: How to Get Reviews on Amazon – Register Now!May Workshop: Reach an International Audience – Register Now! JOIN THE COMMUNITY The journey to becoming a full-time author on your own terms doesn't have to be lonely or hard. We have an awesome community where we chat daily, write together, and motivate each other. Join the Indie Author Lifestyle Community by going to www.indieauthorlifestyle.com/innercircle. LISTEN TO PREVIOUS EPISODES --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Simple steps to becoming a six-figure author: write, publish, repeat, featuring bestselling fantasy author, J.T. Williams. IN EPISODE 25 YOU WILL LEARN: How to go from part-time writer to full-time writer without losing your productivity.Setting up boundaries for yourself to keep the words flowing. The pros and cons of bouncing between books and writing more than one series at a time.How to determine what series to spend your time on and how to use reader engagement to determine what you should write next. What to do if you have books out and they aren't selling.Why you shouldn't wait for your books to be perfect before you publish, here's what to do instead.Using marketing to set yourself up for a six-figure indie career. Advertising strategies for a book series and why you should trust your gut.Who to target when you advertise your books on Facebook and Amazon Ads.Why you should never stop promoting your books.Pricing your books and why 99 cents might not be the best price for conversions and reader loyalty. Understanding also-boughts and why you shouldn't mess them up. ABOUT J.T. WILLIAMS USA TODAY BESTSELLING author J.T. Williams writes both epic fantasy, inspired by the likes of Tolkien, Salvatore, and Brooks, along with darker sword and sorcery, fueled by countless hours playing Elder Scrolls, The Legend of Zelda, and many other fantasy RPG/ MMORPGs. When he isn't writing, he wages war in his backyard with his children having make-believe battles against the orcs invading from next door. He is married and has five little orc slayers. As a longtime lover of fantasy and the surreal, he hopes you enjoy his contributions to the world of fantasy and magic. CONNECT WITH J.T. WebsiteFacebook LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Dragon DictationBlue Yeti Mic GIVEAWAY!We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment below or tag us on Instagram with your #1 takeaway from this week's episode. Each month we'll pick one person to win access to one of our paid workshops. HOSTS CORNER Stephanie BwaBwa is chasing after her characters who are doing their own thing. Pro tip: If your characters deviate from the outline, let them! Just remember to go back to the next point in your outline. Learn more about Stephanie's work here. Angela J. Ford is working on Fated and seeking out inspiration by reading fantasy books and playing video games. Learn more about her serial here. REGISTER FOR A WORKSHOP Workshops are designed for career authors who want in depth --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Are you stuck when it comes to crafter a super villain for your novel? In today's episode, we talk about our favorite villains, what makes them realistic, and strategies you can use to create your own super villain. IN EPISODE 24 YOU WILL LEARN: Why your villain shouldn't be evil just for the sake of being evil. Using Thanos as an example of a villain who is relatable.Three questions you should ask you villain: Who are you? What happened? What are the decisions you should make?How to humanize your villain by using life decisions.Differentiating between a hero and a villain when bad decisions are made. Making your character likable even when they make mistakes. Links mentioned in the show: Disney Game: VillainousOnce Upon a Time - TV ShowThe Festival of Trial and Ember (Faerie Festival Series Book 1) by Logan MiehlThe Mortal Instruments Series by Cassandra ClareThe Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins GIVEAWAY! We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment below or tag us on Instagram with your #1 takeaway from this week's episode. Each month we'll pick one person to win access to one of our paid workshops. HOSTS CORNER Stephanie BwaBwa is having a lot of fun working on her story, sticking to her outline and allowing room for new things to happen. She has also been going through Pinterest and creating mood boards. View one of her mood boards here. Angela J. Ford is enjoying working on the 2nd half of Fated and excited about her adult fairy tale serial. Learn more about her serial here. REGISTER FOR A WORKSHOP Workshops are designed for career authors who want in depth training on certain topics to help you take your career to the next level.  Join us each month to dig into writing, publishing and book marketing strategies for only $27.99 plus access to the exclusive community. April Workshop: How to Get Reviews on Amazon – --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Starting a new project? Do you know how to budget for your next book or are you wasting time and money? Listen in as Angela and Stephanie share tips on budgeting for your indie author career. IN EPISODE 22 YOU WILL LEARN: What to think about when packaging your book and the timeline and costs to keep in mind.Why should have a monthly budget for marketing.Costs you should consider, especially if you're a new author.Startup costs for an indie author you might not be aware of and what you shouldn't waste money on.When to expect a decent ROI in your books. Budgeting your time wisely when it comes to writing, marketing and publishing. Being aware of the places where you can cut costs. HOST'S CORNER: A PEEK BEHIND THE SCENES OF WHAT WE'RE WORKING ON Stephanie BwaBwa wrote over 10k this week and is closer to finishing her first draft for Seraphim Resistance and most importantly, having FUN with her story. She also hired the narrator for Seraphim Falling. Learn more here. Angela J. Ford wrote the ending of Fated and is getting chills working on her draft. Learn more about the novel here. REGISTER FOR AN UPCOMING WORKSHOP BUDGETING FOR INDIE AUTHORS - This workshop will deep dive into how to create a smart budget for your indie author career. Click here for more details. Join the Indie Author Lifestyle Community The journey to becoming a full-time author on your own terms doesn't have to be lonely or hard. We have an awesome community where we chat daily, write together, and motivate each other. Join the Indie Author Lifestyle Community by going to www.indieauthorlifestyle.com/innercircle. LISTEN TO PREVIOUS EPISODES 021: Exploring Magical Systems, Crafting Flawed Characters & Building a World that Readers Love with Miri C. Golden020: Top Strategies for Crafting Real and Relatable Characters with Stephanie BwaBwa019: Balancing Your Indie Career When Using A Pen Name with Alisha Klapheke --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Are you struggling with flat characters, showing character growth or crafting relatable characters? In this week's episode, Stephanie BwaBwa gives us top strategies for crafting real and relatable characters. In episode twenty you will learn: What is character development and tips for writers who struggle with making their characters come alive.Using your character's environment to shape who they are.Strategies to connect to your character that goes beyond physical appearance.How to highlight character flaws without making them annoying.Ways to show character growth so readers can see the difference between the character at the beginning of the book versus the end of the book.The #1 thing you need to know before writing your first character. Host's Corner: A peek behind the scenes of what we're working on Stephanie BwaBwa finished plotting her first novella in the Seraphim Resistance series and tweaked the episodic series she sends to her readers every week. working on Seraphim Falling. Learn more here. Angela J. Ford is working on the 2nd book in her Night of the Dark Fae series. Learn more about the novel here. REGISTER FOR AN UPCOMING WORKSHOP March Workshop: How to Craft Engaging Emails – Register Now!April Workshop: How to Get Reviews on Amazon – Register Now! The journey to becoming a full-time author on your own terms doesn't have to be lonely or hard. We have an awesome community where we chat daily, write together, and motivate each other. Join the Indie Author Lifestyle Community by going to www.indieauthorlifestyle.com/innercircle. Listen to Previous Episodes --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Are you ready to record your first audiobook? Here's what you need to know before you begin. In episode eighteen you will learn: What is an audiobook and where you can get them. Plus check out these 5 audiobook services.Why an audiobook is a different experience from reading a book.The benefits of having an audiobook for your book series.How to find a narrator who can characterize your stories just the way you envision.Determining whether you should read your own audiobook or hire a narrator. Need more? Read this.Understanding what PFH and other audiobook terminology means.Creating a relationship with a narrator so you can work with them for future books and understanding what your expectations are for voices.What to do if you want to record your own audiobook and what tools you need. The future of audiobooks and whether you should create audiobooks for your backlist. Links Mentioned in the Show: Recording microphoneAudacityACXRecord your own audiobook Host's Corner: A peek behind the scenes of what we're working on Stephanie BwaBwa is working on Seraphim Falling. Learn more about the short story here. Angela J. Ford is marketing for the release of Pawn. Learn more about the novel here. The journey to becoming a full-time author on your own terms doesn't have to be lonely or hard. We have an awesome community where we chat daily, write together, and motivate each other. Join the Indie Author Lifestyle Community by going to www.indieauthorlifestyle.com/innercircle. Listen to Previous Episodes 017: An Entrepreneurial Path to Multiple Stream of Income with Melissa Frey016: A Candid Conversation on Taking Risks and Dreaming Big015: Staying True to your Creativity & Writing with JA Andrews014: How to Build and Engage your Email List --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Are you ready to get the support you need for your author career and life? Join International Indie Bestseller, Angela J. Ford, and fantasy author, Stephanie BwaBwa, as they talk all things writing, publishing, and the real life of an indie author. Welcome to the Indie Author Lifestyle Show. Living your best indie life starts here. In episode fifteen you will learn: The power of collaborating with other authors.The importance of character development and using tropes.How to keep your stories from becoming dense and boring.Crafting layered character who readers and resonate with.Do you need to write dark & gritty fantasy? Here's why you may want to add a heroic, hopeful theme to your fiction.How to be productive and find time to write when you have a family.Strategies to keep your books selling after release day.Why it is important to set your own place when it comes to writing, marketing and publishing.Using your surroundings and nature to gain writing inspiration. About JA Andrews JA Andrews is a writer, wife, mother, and unemployed rocket scientist. She doesn't regret the rocket science degree, but finds it generally inapplicable in daily life. Except for the rare occurrence of her being able to definitively state, "That's not rocket science." She does, however, love the stars. She spends an inordinate amount of time at home, with her family, who she adores, and lives deep in the Rocky Mountains of Montana, where she can see more stars than she ever imagined. Connect with JA Andrews WebsiteFacebook PageAmazon Author PageBookish Things Newsletter Signup with free short story The journey to becoming a full-time author on your own terms doesn't have to be lonely or hard. We have an awesome community where we chat daily, write together, and motivate each other. Join the Indie Author Lifestyle Community by going to www.indieauthorlifestyle.com/innercircle. Listen to previous episodes: --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Are you ready to get the support you need for your author career and life? Join International Indie Bestseller, Angela J. Ford, and fantasy author, Stephanie BwaBwa, as they talk all things writing, publishing, and the real life of an indie author. Welcome to the Indie Author Lifestyle Show. Living your best indie life starts here. In episode thirteen you will learn: Book marketing strategies to test out in 2020.111 rejections? Here's why you should never give up.World-building and writing? How to figure out what your unique style is.Do you need to know how many books you're going to write before you start a series? Here's what you should do.Where to start with marketing your book.Why you should treat your books like a business. What to do if you aren't getting traction with your books.Taking an honest look at your work to fix the marketable issues you might have.How to balance writing what you love versus writing to market.Why you should modify your ideas to make them marketable.Conducting market research? Use these tips.Should you focus on trends? Here's why you might, or might not want to. How coaching can help you move forward book marketing strategies. Why you should diversify your revenue streams as much as possible.What to know before you start selling book swag (hint: intellectual property law.)An insider view on writing setting, characters and story.How to balance being a hybrid author (both indie and traditional.) About Elise Kova Elise Kova is the USA Today bestselling author of the Air Awakens series, Loom Saga, and Wish Quartet. In her past lives, she has graduated from an MBA program, lived in Japan for a bit, and worked for a Fortune 500 technology company. However, she finds herself much happier in her current reincarnation as full-time author. When not writing, she can usually be found playing video games, drawing, watching anime, or talking with readers on social media. She's happy to call Saint Petersburg, Florida, her home, but is always looking forward to her next trip. Connect with Elise Visit her website.Book time to speak with Elise Kova. The journey to becoming a full-time author on your own terms doesn't have to be lonely or hard. We have an awesome community where we chat daily, write together, and motivate each other. Join the Indie Author Lifestyle Community by going to www.indieauthorlifestyle.com/innercircle. Listen to previous episodes: --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Are you ready to get the support you need for your author career and life? Join International Indie Bestseller, Angela J. Ford, and fantasy author, Stephanie BwaBwa, as they talk all things writing, publishing, and the real life of an indie author. Welcome to the Indie Author Lifestyle Show. Living your best indie life starts here. In episode eleven you will learn: From being laid off to becoming an indie author.Why it's productive to face your fears.What to do when you aspire to do more than just "work for the man" your entire life.Using the rapid release strategy to kick off your indie career fast!Behind the scenes of a box set launch. The highs and lows of being an indie author and how to handle real life when you need to take a break.Using cover design as a stream of income.The power of a gorgeous cover to increase your book sales. Finding balance when you have multiple demands on your time.Using the 80:20 rule to ensure you're getting the results you need for your business and life. About Meg Cowley Meg is a USA Today bestselling fantasy author who loves everything magic and dragons. She works best when fueled by margherita pizza, earl grey tea, and characters who won't do what they're told. Connect with Meg Visit Meg's epic fantasy website. Hire Meg to create an epic fantasy cover for you. Additional Links Bullet Journal The journey to becoming a full-time author on your own terms doesn't have to be lonely or hard. We have an awesome community where we chat daily, write together, and motivate each other. Join the Indie Author Lifestyle Community by going to www.indieauthorlifestyle.com/innercircle. Listen to Previous Episodes --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Are you ready to get the support you need for your author career and life? Join International Indie Bestseller, Angela J. Ford, and fantasy author, Stephanie BwaBwa, as they talk all things writing, publishing, and the real life of an indie author. Welcome to the Indie Author Lifestyle Show. Living your best indie life starts here. In episode ten you will learn: When to stop studying and start your indie author career.Keeping up with shifts and changes in the indie author marketplace.Ensuring your book covers works well with your genre.Why you should work with a professional editor and not a family member.Don't cut corners when it comes to indie publishing! Here's why.Ideas for getting over the hump when it comes to actually publishing your book.The difference between a developmental edit, a content editor and a proofread.Where to go to publish your ebook and paperbacks.The difference between an alpha reader and a beta reader and why you should use them to prefect your novel before it goes to the editing phase.What to do when your novel is with your editor. Do you need to go fast? Here's why you should step back and take a break.When to look for and hire a cover designer.The challenges of writing a book blurb and how to overcome them (plus a neat trick). Links Mentioned in the Show Night of the Dark Fae Reedsy Marketplace. Format your book using Vellum. Review these recommended tools for indie authors. Amazon KDP Draft2Digital Kobo The journey to becoming a full-time author on your own terms doesn't have to be lonely or hard. We have an awesome community where we chat daily, write together, and motivate each other. Join the Indie Author Lifestyle Community by going to www.indieauthorlifestyle.com/innercircle. Listen to Previous Episodes --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Are you ready to get the support you need for your author career and life? Join International Indie Bestseller, Angela J. Ford, and fantasy author, Stephanie BwaBwa, as they talk all things writing, publishing, and the real life of an indie author. Welcome to the Indie Author Lifestyle Show. Living your best indie life starts here. In episode nine you will learn: Can you really make a living as an author? Where to start and how to build the right foundation.Finding your voice, brand and learning how to stand out in your genre.Building an online presence and reaching the bookstagram community.Using book boxes to expand your reach (without breaking the bank) and turn readers into friends.Behind the scenes of the writing process of a fantasy romance author.Using flaws to make your characters come alive.The challenges of writing romance and when to use a pen name.The difference between fantasy romance and romantic fantasy.How to finish your first draft. About Emma Hamm USA Today Bestselling Author Emma Hamm grew up in a small town surrounded by trees and animals. She writes strong, confident, powerful women who aren't afraid to grow and make mistakes. Her books will always be a little bit feminist, and are geared towards empowering both men and women to be comfortable in their own skin. Connect with Emma Visit Emma's website. Connect with her on Instagram. Additional Links Packlane Etsy The journey to becoming a full-time author on your own terms doesn't have to be lonely or hard. We have an awesome community where we chat daily, write together, and motivate each other. Join the Indie Author Lifestyle Community by going to www.indieauthorlifestyle.com/innercircle. Listen to Previous Episodes --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Are you ready to get the support you need for your author career and life? Join International Indie Bestseller, Angela J. Ford, and fantasy author, Stephanie BwaBwa, as they talk all things writing, publishing, and the real life of an indie author. Welcome to the Indie Author Lifestyle Show. Living your best indie life starts here. In episode eight you will learn: What is an author platform and why you should have oneEssentials of an author platformHow new authors should approach building a website What to do if you don't have a book out yet The dangers of building your platform solely on social mediaHow to get people to join your email list (even when you don't have a reader magnet)Using episodic stories to engage your fan base and grow your email listHow to link your blog to your Amazon Author profileWhy you should have a shop on your website + how to include international shippingOffering book swag without keeping stock at homeUsing retargeting to bring people back to your websiteWhy you should market your book over and over and over againHow to get the website template that Sarah J. Mass usesThe #1 thing to do when you're just getting started Additional Links: www.angelajford.com www.stephaniebwabwaauthor.com Bookfunnel.com  Listen to Episode 005 for more tips on being authentic with your marketing Use WooCommerence for building a shop Using Printed Mint for book swag Hire Stephanie to build your website for you. Hire Angela to build your website for you.  Adding Google Analytics to your website. Adding the Facebook Pixel to your website.  Design with Canva The journey to becoming a full-time author on your own terms doesn't have to be lonely or hard. We have an awesome community where we chat daily, write together, and motivate each other. Join the Indie Author Lifestyle Community --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Are you ready to get the support you need for your author career and life? Join International Indie Bestseller, Angela J. Ford, and fantasy author, Stephanie BwaBwa, as they talk all things writing, publishing, and the real life of an indie author. Welcome to the Indie Author Lifestyle Show. Living your best indie life starts here. In episode seven you will learn: What to take into consideration when choosing between traditional publishing versus indie publishing. How to use travel experience to enhance your writing.Various way to balance revenue generation with traveling.Making money from your first book and other book marketing tactics.How to balance traveling, writing and marketing.Where to start when writing a new story.Finding the motivation to write when there are a lot of moving pieces.What to do after you finish your first draft.Successfully using pre-orders to increase your visibility and revenue. How to get the motivation to actually finish your novel.The best way to connect with your audience and keep them engaged.Going wide and using audiobooks to diversify your income. About Aaron Hodges Aaron Hodges was born in 1989 in the small town of Whakatane, New Zealand. He studied for five years at the University of Auckland, completing a Bachelor's of Science in Biology and Geography, and a Masters of Environmental Engineering. After working as an environmental consultant for two years, he grew tired of office work and decided to quit his job and see the world. Two years later, his travels have taken him through South East Asia, Canada, the USA, Mexico, Central America, and South America. Today, his adventures continue… Connect with Aaron: Visit his website The journey to becoming a full-time author on your own terms doesn't have to be lonely or hard. We have an awesome community where we chat daily, write together, and motivate each other. Join the Indie Author Lifestyle Community by going to www.indieauthorlifestyle.com/innercircle. Listen to Previous Episodes: --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Are you ready to get the support you need for your author career and life? Join International Indie Bestseller, Angela J. Ford, and fantasy author, Stephanie BwaBwa, as they talk all things writing, publishing, and the real life of an indie author. Welcome to the Indie Author Lifestyle Show. Living your best indie life starts here. In episode six you will learn: What is world building and where to start.How to visualize your world.Macro versus micro world building.Things to think about before creating your magic system.Feeling overwhelmed? Here are the 6 steps for creating your world.The role of research, history and creativity in world building.How to use the unexpected in world building.Balancing world building, doing something new and different and still hitting the tropes that fans are going to love.Why you shouldn't skip steps when it comes to world building. The journey to becoming a full-time author on your own terms doesn't have to be lonely or hard. We have an awesome community where we chat daily, write together, and motivate each other. Join the Indie Author Lifestyle Community by going to www.indieauthorlifestyle.com/innercircle. Additional Links: Create your own map. Enroll in the World Building Bootcamp Join the Discussion: How do you tackle world building? Listen to previous episodes: --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Are you ready to get the support you need for your author career and life? Join International Indie Bestseller, Angela J. Ford, and fantasy author, Stephanie BwaBwa, as they talk all things writing, publishing, and the real life of an indie author. Welcome to the Indie Author Lifestyle Show. Living your best indie life starts here. In episode five you will learn: The #1 thing authors accidentally do to damage their brand.How to effectively use social media as an author and how often you should really post.Why you should give yourself permission to unplug and enjoy living your life.What to do if you have an established fan base but need to re-brand yourself.Author branding - what is it and where to start without being spammy.Staying patient and using consistency to build your tribe of book ambassadors. Introvert versus extrovert: how to market yourself even if you're an introvert.The benefits of a local writing group and what to do if there isn't one near you. Additional Links: Get the 10 Commandments of Branding Printables About Shayla Raquel An expert editor, seasoned writer, and author-centric marketer, Shayla Raquel works one-on-one with authors and business owners every day. A lifelong lover of books, she has edited over 400 books and has launched several Amazon bestsellers for her clients. Her award-winning blog teaches new and established authors how to write, publish, and market their books. She is the author of the Pre-Publishing Checklist, The Rotting (in Shivers in the Night), The Suicide Tree, andThe 10 Commandments of Author Branding. In her not-so-free time, she acts as organizer for the Yukon Writers' Society, volunteers at the Oklahoma County Jail, and obsesses over squirrels. She lives in Oklahoma with her dogs, Chanel, Wednesday, and Baker. Get the 10 Commandments of Author Branding: Shayla's commandments teach authors how to: Be yourself, not a marketing robot.Choose a social media platform that works for you.Launch your book without slamming your head against a wall.Find book ambassadors who fangirl over your book.Practice consistency rather than giving up after a month. Buy the Book Now! Connect with Shayla: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shaylaraquel --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Are you ready to get the support you need for your author career and life? Join International Indie Bestseller, Angela J. Ford, and fantasy author, Stephanie BwaBwa, as they talk all things writing, publishing, and the real life of an indie author. Welcome to the Indie Author Lifestyle Show. Living your best indie life starts here. In episode two you will learn: Settings, characters, or theme? What comes first when writing?What pantsers should do before they begin to write.Why free writing is critical to preventing writers block.Before and after: Using plot to trigger your story, world-building, and character motivations. How to use the 5 senses to make your story come alive.2 reasons why you should read more books.Why you shouldn't be intimidated by your favorite authors and what you should do to reach their level. The journey to becoming a full-time author on your own terms doesn't have to be lonely or hard. We have an awesome community where we chat daily, write together, and motivate each other. Join the Indie Author Lifestyle Community by going to www.indieauthorlifestyle.com/innercircle. Additional Links K.M. Weiland On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft by Stephen King Talent is Overrated by Geoff Colvin Join the Discussion: What are the key elements of story for you? What is the #1 thing you need to write your novel? Listen to previous episodes: 041: How to Declutter and Increase Productivity as Indie Authors with Ally Deatherage040: How to be Intentional with Writing Diverse Indie Novels039: How to Start and Grow a Podcast for Indie Authors --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Are you ready to get the support you need for your author career and life? Join International Indie Bestseller, Angela J. Ford, and fantasy author, Stephanie BwaBwa, as they talk all things writing, publishing, and the real life of an indie author. Welcome to the Indie Author Lifestyle Show. Living your best indie life starts here. In episode one we discuss: Pantser versus plotter – what projects we are working on using our unique styles.Being intentional about who/what we follow on social media.The #1 thing you can do to make your writing more personal and relatable.Why you NEED a community of support for your author career.Real talk for when priorities shift.Plus our personal experiences going it alone versus having a community of support. The journey to becoming a full-time author on your own terms doesn't have to be lonely or hard. We have an awesome community where we chat daily, write together, and motivate each other. We also have courses and a monthly membership for those who need an inner circle of indie authors who are working just as hard towards their writing circles and sharing all the intimate strategies they've learned to become the writers they are. If you wish join in the discussions taking place in the Indie Author Lifestyle Community, click here. Listen to previous episodes: 041: How to Declutter and Increase Productivity as Indie Authors with Ally Deatherage040: How to be Intentional with Writing Diverse Indie Novels039: How to Start and Grow a Podcast for Indie Authors038: Increase your Book Visibility with Bookstagram Tours037: Kick off your Author Career with Book Coaching with Christina Kaye --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indieauthorlifestyle/support

Angela J. Ford shares experiences and advice she has gained during her journey as an International Bestselling author of epic fantasy novels, an entrepreneur, a marketing expert, and a musician. Join Angela and host Kim Sutton by subscribing today! Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp092

On this episode of the Positive Productivity Podcast, Angela J. Ford shares experiences and advice she has gained during her journey as a musician, marketing expert, author, and entrepreneur. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp092.

Hostess and Author Allyson M. Deese interviews author, literary consultant and entreprenuer, Angela J. Ford, Wednesday at 7pm CST. To learn more about our special guest visit angelajford.com 

  Hello and welcome to episode 23 of Couragemakers! Today I'm speaking to the wonderful Angela Ford. Angela is a Digital Marketing Strategist, passionate about helping multi-passionate creatives spend more time doing work they love. She also is a fantasy author, entertaining young and old alike with fantasy adventures and non-stop action.   In this episode we really dive into how Angela wanted to do something fun and meaningful with her life and her desire to make a difference.  She shares her journey from writing novels from the age of 12 and being in a band with her sisters, to working as a digital marketing strategist and being a fantasy author.   We have some great conversations about dealing with realists while chasing down your dreams, how books and creativity help us develop as a person and how life isn't about fulfilling what other people think you should do.   This is a great episode if you worry about living life with regrets, if you want to hear great advice for getting over the paralysis that we sometimes feel when starting projects and some great practical tips for people struggling to find their values and what they want to do.     Angela is an incredible storyteller with a real sense of adventure and curiosity and I could have listened to Angela tell stories all day! I know you're going to love her story and get so much out of this episode!   About Angela   Angela J. Ford is a Digital Marketing Strategist, passionate about helping multi-passionate creatives spend more time doing work they love. She also is a fantasy author, entertaining young and old alike with fantasy adventures and non-stop action.   You can connect with Angela her: Website | Four Worlds Series | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Things we talked about during today's show   Angela's journey from writing novels from the age of 12 and being in a band with her sisters, to working as a digital marketing strategist and being a fantasy author   How reading as a child gave Angela a broader view of life and different perspectives   Angela's advice for people starting a new project but feel paralysed in wondering about other people's reactions   Making time for creativity and Angela's journey to start working for herself   Dealing with realists when working towards your dreams Books/Resources etc mentioned during today's show   The Four Worlds Series Find out more and download the Couragemakers Manifesto here   If you have any question about today's episode, any comments or would like to be a guest on Couragemakers, get in touch: meg@thathummingbirdlife.com   About Meg & That Hummingbird Life   I'm Meg and I'm the host of Couragemakers and founder of That Hummingbird Life. I started this podcast because I wanted to create a platform for passionate and unconventional women to have honest conversations and to share their stories, struggles and dreams. The intention behind this podcast is to inspire and encourage creative and mission-driven women to live a wholehearted life and follow the beat of their drum.   When I'm not recording episodes and making new friends with the wonderful guests, you can find me working on all manners of magic over at That Hummingbird Life, sending free self care checks ins to hundreds of women every Sunday and helping my clients build brands they love as a graphic designer. I'm currently based in London, and getting ready for my round the world adventure with Mr. Meg starting August 2016. Don't worry the podcast isn't going anywhere!   That Hummingbird Life | Twitter | Pinterest |