Podcasts about Publishing

THE (MAGAZINE) DOCTOR IS IN — Megan Schertler wants to help you make magazines. Yes, you … and you … and you too. But she also wants to ensure that once you make a magazine, you make another one. And then one after that. She wants to make sure that you know it's not easy to create a magazine or to run one or to publish a second one or to sustain a magazine or media brand or to run a business. Megan is big on print. She's one of those extremely rare people who's held down numerous magazine jobs while never working on the digital side of things. Yes, really. People like her exist. So she knows more than many her age that print is more engaging, produces more loyalty, and creates a deeper and more meaningful connection with the message on the page than any other medium. And so with her partners, Megan now helms In Real Life Media to help would-be magazine makers sure, but also some of the world's largest brands navigate the realities of the magazine world. Because while we all love print here, it's hard, it's expensive, and it is, quite frankly, a pain in the ass. But it also results in something glorious, and Megan travels the world speaking at conferences and to people like me to spread the word.. — This episode is made possible by our friends at Freeport Press. A production of Magazeum LLC ©2021–2025

Send us Fan MailNew York Times bestselling author Jason June (Out of the Blue, Jay's Gay Agenda) returns to Writers With Wrinkles for a wide-ranging conversation covering his growing acting career, the current state of the publishing industry, and his upcoming adult rom-com Santa and Krampus' Cozy Killer Christmas, out fall 2027. Jason is refreshingly candid — about book advances, about the anxiety running through publishing right now, and about finding joy in the work when the business side gets hard. GuestJason June — NYT bestselling author, actor, screenwriter, and self-described "Laura Dern stan" based in Dallas, TX. Known for YA rom-coms Out of the Blue and Jay's Gay Agenda, and publisher of The Ventorship, a newsletter on author finances and transparency. Highlights•     Auditioning post-COVID: why self-tapes democratize acting, and what's lost without an in-person redirect from a casting director•     How years of writing fiction sharpened Jason's instincts for character and story on set•     The "greater sense of unease" in publishing right now — AI concerns, slow timelines, and authors questioning why traditional publishing can't move faster•     Self-publishing's rising role, the discovery gap it still faces, and why hybrid careers are becoming more common•     The Dungeon Crawler Carl story as a case study in trusting your own artistic vision•     Why Jason publicly shares his advances and royalties through The Ventorship — and the argument that most of that "secrecy" is self-imposed•     Publishing as a side hustle: debut culture, shrinking advances, and the myth of the "cushy" author life•     The MER Principle (Beth's term): find the niche community obsessed with your book's specific hook, not a general audience•     The premise behind Santa and Krampus' Cozy Killer Christmas — a "dark cozy" where Krampus only kills the people who'd otherwise doom humanity•     Jason's advice to aspiring authors: chase the joy, and aim to be "prolific, not perfect" Key TakeawayWhether you're navigating traditional publishing, weighing a hybrid career, or just trying to market your next book, the throughline is the same: get specific. Specific about your niche audience, specific about your finances, and specific about what actually brings you joy in the work.Have a marketing tip that's worked for you? Beth and Lisa want to hear it.•     Beth: beth@writerswithwrinkles.net•     Lisa: lisa@writerswithwrinkles.net•     Join The Waiting Room, our Facebook community for writers•     Website: writerswithwrinkles.net Support the show Visit the WebsiteFind Full Episodes on YouTube!Writers with Wrinkles Link Tree for socials and more!

Iron Maiden sell their publishing rights to Pophouse Entertainment, the same company that has struck similar deals with ABBA and KISS, Candlebox continues an annoying industry trend with touring bands as they announce a 2026 tour after telling fans their farewell tour in 2023 would be their last, Alice Cooper announces 2026 North American fall tour that will feature all the elaborate stage props and theatrics that he's known for, and at the age of 95 William Shatner will take the stage at Riot Fest this September with his new metal band and has some hilariously odd requests on his backstage rider like 4 feet of polish sausage, a DeLorean instead of a golf cart and a montreal canadiens hockey jersey signed by John Stamos & more… PLUS ‘This Week in Rock & Roll History Trivia', Rock Birthdays, ‘The Best & Worst Rock Album Artwork of the Week' & much more!All of our links are up at www.rocknewsweekly.com every Monday, where you can check out the full episode on 8 platforms (including Amazon Audible & Apple/Google Podcasts). We pride ourselves in not using any AI artwork, products or services.Watch us LIVE, chat with us & more…Every Sunday around 2pm PST @ https://www.twitch.tv/rocknewsweeklyWatch all of our videos, interviews & subscribe at Youtube.com/@rocknewsweeklyFollow us online:Instagram.com/rocknewsweeklyFacebook.com/rocknewsweeklyTwitter.com/rocknewsweeklyTikTok.com/@rocknewsweekly#IronMaiden #AliceCooper #WilliamShatner #RiotFest #Candlebox#Rock #News #RockNews #RockNewsWeekly #RockNewsWeeklyPodcast #Podcast #Podcasts #Metal #HeavyMetal #Alt #Alternative #ClassicRock #70s #80s #90s #Indie #Trivia #RockTrivia #RockBirthdays #NewMusic #NewMusicReleases

Over the past few years, Em has found herself navigating the end of an 18-year marriage, dating again in her 40s, single parenting, rebuilding her career independently and questioning many of the beliefs she'd carried since childhood about love, worthiness, approval and what it means to be a “good woman.”Her new national tour “Addicted To Love” grew out of that experience, but the conversation itself is really about what happens when the life you built no longer fits and you're forced to start listening to yourself again.Deborah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/what.ive.learnt/Mind, Film and Publishing: https://www.mindfilmandpublishing.com/Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/what-ive-learnt/id153556330Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3TQjCspxcrSi4yw2YugxBkBuzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1365850

A ten-year-old boy discovers that the fantastic dangers in his comic books may be closer to reality than any scientist suspects. When a friendly voice from another star offers him an astonishing invention, Tommy must decide whether he is speaking to an ally—or helping an enemy reach Earth. From Beyond the Stars by Murray Leinster. That's next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. One of the questions we hear quite often is, Why did so many science fiction authors use pen names? There were actually several reasons. Magazine editors usually didn't want a single issue to look as though it had been written by just one person, even if one author had supplied several excellent stories. Writers also sold stories to competing magazines, experimented with different styles, or simply wanted the flexibility of publishing under multiple names. Today's story is a perfect example. If you pick up the June 1947 issue of Thrilling Wonder Stories, you'll see that From Beyond the Stars is credited to Will F. Jenkins, one of the many pen names used by William Fitzgerald Jenkins—the author we know today as Murray Leinster. So why didn't he simply use Murray Leinster? Because the same issue already featured another Murray Leinster story, The Boomerang Circuit. Publishing both stories under the same byline would have made it obvious that one writer dominated the magazine. But there's another twist. A third story in that very issue, The Nameless Something, is credited to William Fitzgerald, another variation of his own name. The result? Of the seven stories published in the June 1947 issue of Thrilling Wonder Stories, three were written by the same man—William Fitzgerald Jenkins. By using three different bylines, the magazine appeared to showcase a wider range of authors, while readers unknowingly enjoyed three stories from one of science fiction's most prolific and influential writers. We will find our story on page 82 in the June 1947 issue of Thrilling Wonder Stories, From Beyond the Stars by Murray Leinster… Next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast, Stranded on an iron asteroid by ruthless competitors, two Earthmen discover that their foolish-looking captors have one irresistible weakness. Steve Burgess has a daring escape plan, but activating it could send the entire asteroid hurtling toward disaster. Juke Box Asteroid by Joseph Farrell. Lost Sci-Fi Premium - https://lostscifi.supercast.com/ Buy Me a Coffee - https://lostscifi.com/coffee Newsletter - https://lostscifi.com/free/ Facebook - https://lostscifi.com/facebook YouTube - https://lostscifi.com/youtube X - http://Lostscifi.com/x Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lostscifiguy Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/lostscifipodcast.bsky.social Merchandise - https://lostscifi.creator-spring.com/ Thanks to Our Listeners Who Bought Us a Coffee $200 Someone $100 Tony from the Future $75 James Van Maanenberg $50 James Van Maanenberg, MizzBassie, Anonymous Listener $25 Fintan Quigley, Curious Jon, David Bell, Steve, Miriam, Someone, Someone, Eaten by a Grue, Jeff Lussenden, Fred Sieber, Anne, Craig Hamilton, Dave Wiseman, Bromite Thrip, Marwin de Haan, Future Space Engineer, Fressie, Kevin Eckert, Stephen Kagan, James Van Maanenberg, Irma Stolfo, Josh Jennings, Leber8tr, Conrad Chaffee, Anonymous Listener $15 Every Month Someone $15 Steve, Someone, SueTheLibrarian, Joannie West, Amy Özkan, Someone, Carolyn Guthleben, Patrick McLendon, Curious Jon, Buz C., Fressie, Anonymous Listener $10 David, Anonymous Listener $5 Every Month Eaten by a Grue $5 Tammy, Owen, Bruce, Someone, TLD, David, Denis Kalinin, Timothy Buckley, Andre'a, Martin Brown, Ron McFarlan, Tif Love, Chrystene, Richard Hoffman, Anonymous Listener Listen without commercials and enjoy exclusive bonus episodes every month with Lost Sci-Fi Premium—start your free 7-day trial today. https://lostscifi.supercast.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Dietz convenes Casey Lewis (After School), Daisy Alioto (Dirt), and Erica Chen (Media Futures Group, WPP) on the collapse of the wall between editorial and commerce. Publishers are shipping perfume, brands are hiring writers, and the relationship forming in your inbox isn't human-to-human anymore.  What happens when the scenic route is quicker? When “wasted” time actually is the relationship? Your total addressable market now includes agents, and those agents are trained on the taste you are curating. After all – what you buy is who you become, but what you read is how you decide.  Base Notes: Upper Lip Sweat and Hot Metal Key takeaways: Publishers now make products; brands now make publications. The wall stopped mattering. Optimization is a process of reduction, and serendipity gets cut first. Brands flame out at issue two or three without a point of view. Taste-driven publishers have a new addressable market: agents trained on taste. [12:48] "The best ROI does not necessarily give you growth, because growth comes in volumes." – Erica Chen [21:15] "When your audience knows to expect you… you really have to stay true to that." – Casey Lewis [28:50] "Our total addressable market now includes agents." – Daisy Alioto [30:32] "Creators are the cure to the media fragmentation." – Erica Chen Associated Links: Casey Lewis – After School on Substack Erica Chen – "In Defense of Serendipity" Daisy Alioto – Read Dirt @ dirt.fyi Tasteland podcast – Daisy Alioto & Francis Zierer VISIONS Summit 2026 – November 3, 2026 at MoMA. Listen to today's episode for 25% off Check out Future Commerce on YouTube Check out Future Commerce Plus for exclusive content and save on merch and print Subscribe to Insiders and The Senses to read more about what we are witnessing in the commerce world Listen to our other episodes of Future Commerce Have any questions or comments about the show? Let us know on futurecommerce.com, or reach out to us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn. We love hearing from our listeners! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a 2008 podcast, John Piper discusses whether it is appropriate to sell the Bible for profit and explains the role copyright can play in protecting Bible translations. In this video, Conley Owens responds by presenting the case that Scripture can—and should—be freely distributed without copyright restrictions, offering a thoughtful perspective on the relationship between Bible translation, stewardship, and free access to God's Word.Source: https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/is-it-wrong-to-copyright-and-sell-the-bible0:00 Introduction00:46 Piper: The Word of God vs. paper and ink01:21 Response: Copyright covers content, not paper and ink01:57 Piper: It comes down to profit02:14 Response: Profit was never the biblical issue04:08 Piper: A publisher covering costs05:00 Response: Translation is a different thing08:53 Piper: Giving Bibles away09:14 Response: Paper can be sold, the content cannot09:58 Piper: Copyright as protection from distortion10:46 Response: Copyright blocks good modifications 13:35 Piper: Copyright is protection14:12 Response: Copyright vs. trademark15:56 Final pleaLEARN MOREhttps://sellingjesus.orghttps://thedoreanprinciple.orghttps://copy.church

Every business has a story. The question is: Are you telling yours?In this episode of The Beacon Way Podcast, Adrienne Wilkerson sits down with Bridget Cook-Burch, bestselling author, publisher, book coach, and founder of Your Inspired Story, to explore why storytelling has become one of the most powerful tools for building trust, establishing thought leadership, and creating lasting business impact. Bridget shares her remarkable personal journey—from overcoming childhood adversity and a life-changing near-death experience to becoming a bestselling author and helping leaders uncover the stories that shape who they are.Together, Adrienne and Bridget discuss how authentic storytelling helps business owners connect with the right audience, why thought leadership goes far beyond writing a book, and how sharing your story can transform both your leadership and your business.The conversation also explores AI's impact on marketing, why human connection matters more than ever, and practical ways leaders can begin discovering the stories that only they can tell.Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, therapist, or business owner, this episode offers valuable insights into using your experiences to build credibility, inspire others, and create meaningful connections.In This Episode• Bridget Cook-Burch's personal journey and near-death experience • Why storytelling creates deeper human connection • Thought leadership versus simply writing a book • How your story becomes your competitive advantage • Building trust through authentic communication • Storytelling for therapists and behavioral health professionals • Marketing in the age of AI • Why connection is becoming more valuable than content • The timeline exercise for uncovering your story • Turning life experiences into lasting impact Chapters00:00 Welcome to The Beacon Way Podcast00:50 Meet Bridget Cook-Burch01:30 Bridget's Incredible Story05:00 A Life-Changing Near-Death Experience08:30 Discovering the Power of Story10:30 Why Every Leader Has a Story to Tell12:00 Thought Leadership vs. Writing a Book15:00 Finding Your Unique Message16:45 Storytelling for Therapists & Behavioral Health19:45 Why People Connect With Your "Why"23:15 AI, Marketing & Human Connection30:20 How to Discover Your Story34:30 Bridget's Timeline Exercise35:00 How to Work With Bridget37:00 Closing Thoughts

In this special duo episode of Brave New Bookshelf, co-hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite team up to discuss the realities of navigating today's AI-powered publishing landscape. Together, they explore how authors can stand out in a deluge of digital content by staying authentically human, while also tackling the critical ethics of AI disclosure and maintaining personal integrity with retailers. Steph and Danica share their personal AI-assisted workflows, comparing the strengths of models like Gemini and ChatGPT, and dive into a practical comparison of desktop subscriptions like Claude Pro versus API-based pay-as-you-go tools like TypingMind to reclaim your creative time. Visit our website https://bravenewbookshelf.com to view the full episode notes, links and apps mentioned in the episode, and the full transcript.

We've got a fun one for you today, folks!Andrew Coltrin, aka PartlyRobot, aka author of "A is for Autism," "The ADHD FAQ," and "The ADHD Coping Skills Deck," joins Joe, Elly, and Bernie on the pod this week to talk about his latest book, neurodivergence, and finding what works for you (diagnosed or not).************Thank you for catching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast!  We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via your preferred podcast app, or by visiting linktree.com/microcosmGet the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/10031More from Microcosm: http://microcosmpublishing.comMore by Joe Biel: http://joebiel.netMore by Elly Blue: http://takingthelane.comSubscribe to our monthly email newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gIXT6vFind us on social media:Facebook: http://facebook.com/microcosmpublishingBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/microcosm.bsky.socialInstagram: http://instagram.com/microcosm_pub************

Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS breaks down the debate between content quality and velocity. He argues that while velocity drives visibility, quality is the foundation that keeps audiences engaged and builds trust.High-quality content must be readable, understandable, and digestible, utilizing clear formatting and strong internal linking. By establishing a proof of concept and adhering to Google's E-E-A-T guidelines, creators can scale their publishing frequency sustainably.Who Is This For?This episode is for entrepreneurs, marketers, SEO professionals, bloggers, and creators trying to build search visibility. It serves anyone looking to publish consistently without falling into the trap of low-quality content overload.Key Moments & Timestamps[00:03] - Introduction: Content quality versus content velocity.[02:38] - Quality is not only what you say; it is how it is presented.[05:03] - Headings and the “readable, understandable, digestible” standard.[12:10] - Quotes, testimonials, strong titles, and the content experience.[15:13] - Self-audit: Would you watch, read, or listen to your own content?[21:00] - Attention, engagement, and quality as audience priorities.[26:54] - Google E-E-A-T: experience, expertise, authority, and trust.[29:39] - The debate: Evergreen content versus timely updates.[45:03] - Updating old articles and leveraging the modified date.[47:26] - Content velocity, manual indexing, and internal linking.[52:02] - Two top-quality articles beat ten subpar pieces.[53:35] - Building a controlled cadence to avoid audience burnout.[59:42] - Establish quality and a proof of concept before scaling output.[64:00] - Researching ranked content to evaluate the competitive landscape.[67:17] - Aligning keywords, titles, URLs, and opening lines with intent.[68:42] - Best strategy: High-quality content posted consistently.[77:41] - Final takeaway: Quality trumps velocity; scale only with quality.Memorable Quote"Quality trumps velocity—and if you're going to do velocity, make sure you do it with quality."Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)What makes content high quality?High-quality content is useful, trustworthy, well-researched, and structured. It should be easy to read and act on, utilizing proper formatting to guide the user experience.Does publishing more content improve SEO?Publishing volume helps only when relevance, quality, internal linking, and audience value remain strong. Velocity without quality leads to subpar results.Should old content be updated?Yes. Update older content when facts, tools, algorithms, or market conditions change. This preserves its evergreen foundation while signaling freshness.Is evergreen or fresh content better?Both serve a purpose. Evergreen content supports lasting discovery, while fresh content is necessary for news, trends, and platform updates.How often should a brand publish?Choose a publishing cadence your team can sustain without lowering standards. It is better to publish fewer high-quality pieces than to overwhelm your audience.Action StepsAudit one of your existing pieces for readability, formatting, and search intent.Fix heading hierarchy, paragraph length, text emphasis, visuals, and calls to action.Refresh a strong older article with current evidence, updated links, and fresh examples.Define a minimum quality checklist and test it until it becomes a repeatable process.Set a sustainable publishing cadence based on audience behavior and team capacity.Scale your output only after your quality, engagement, and workflow are stable.For more strategies, connect directly via the podcast resources shared at the conclusion of the episode.

Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions!TV writer, screenwriter, and author Eric Garcia has published six books (so far). He sold three of them to Hollywood and somehow still managed to write his latest novel entirely by accident. He set out to write a short story. Then it got longer. Then it was a novella. Then it was 80,000 words and he had to admit he'd written a whole book, mostly at night, while still juggling film and TV work. We also talk about what's  changed in publishing since his Random House days (Hint: mid-list used to mean stable; now everyone's terrified of it), why chasing trends is a losing game when a book takes years to reach shelves, and why there are no rules for how long a chapter should be, except the one that matters: Don't make me want to stop reading.We also bond hard over the Oxford comma as well as the correct use of "less" and "fewer." I nearly combust with joy over our shared grammar rage. 

Welcome back to Beyond the Page, the Page Chewing interview series where we go beyond the stories and explore the people who create them.In this episode, Steve sits down with John David, author of the award winning thriller The Bystander, longtime public relations and crisis communication consultant, nonfiction author, and corporate ghostwriter.Drawing on decades of experience in communications, John shares his fascinating journey from writing nonfiction business books to crafting suspense novels that tackle timely and thought-provoking issues.Together they discuss:Writing the award-winning thriller The BystanderTransitioning from nonfiction to fictionTraditional publishing vs. self-publishingThe realities of finding an agent and publisherMarketing books in today's publishing landscapeBook awards and whether they help authors growCorporate ghostwriting and what the job actually involvesCrisis communication, online reputation, and social mediaWriting complex stories around controversial topics without preachingHow politics, culture, and current events influence modern fictionThe conversation also explores the slow pace of publishing, building a readership, creating a successful book series, and the challenges every new author faces after typing "The End."Whether you're an aspiring writer, a publishing enthusiast, or simply enjoy thoughtful conversations about storytelling and the creative process, this episode offers an honest and insightful look behind the curtain of the publishing industry.Guest: John David Featured Book: The BystanderThanks for listening, and let's go Beyond the Page.

Lynn Freeman reviews A Tale of Two Publishing Houses by Linda Martin.

John Maytham speaks to Edgar Pieterse, Founding Director of the African Centre for Cities at the University of Cape Town, about the City's plans to complete the Foreshore Freeway bridges and the debate over whether the project should take priority over other service delivery needs. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the genocide in Gaza continues and the occupied West Bank faces accelerating settlement expansion and ethnic cleansing, Britain and the wider West are witnessing a rapid change in the political and media landscape.In this episode of Palestine Deep Dive's weekly chat show, Ahmed Alnaouq and Hala Hanina are joined by journalist and author Owen Jones, alongside former BBC journalist and media critic Karishma Patel, two people who have been at the centre of many of these conversations.Together, they discuss the intensifying crackdown on Palestine solidarity, the fierce debates inside mainstream media institutions, the future of British politics, the latest developments in Gaza and the occupied West Bank, and what all of this tells us about where Britain and the wider West is heading.

In Episode 674 of the New Media Show, Podcast Hall of Fame Host Rob Greenlee welcomes Rox Codes, CEO and co-founder of Flightcast.com.  For a deep conversation about video-first podcasting, YouTube growth, AI-powered analytics, creator tools, and where podcast publishing is heading next. Rox Codes has spent years building tools for creators, including YouTube optimization, thumbnail and title creation, A/B testing, and creator growth systems. Flightcast was co-founded with Steven Bartlett of The Diary of a CEO. Rox is building a platform centered on a core shift in the market: serious shows are no longer just audio-first with a bonus video version. Many of the fastest-moving creators now think about YouTube first, then audio, clips, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, newsletters, social platforms, and every other surface where the audience may discover the show. Has video-first podcasting fully arrived, and is it now equal to audio, or is it becoming even more important for growth? Rox explains that Flightcast came from a very different starting point than traditional podcast hosting. Instead of beginning with RSS, downloads, and audio workflow, the platform was built from a YouTube creator mindset.  YouTube has long been the clearest growth platform for creators because it combines publishing, discovery, audience development, monetization, and measurable performance into a single system. Podcasting, by contrast, has often separated those pieces across hosting platforms, apps, ad systems, analytics dashboards, and RSS-based distribution. The episode explores why this matters now. A modern show can become a long-form YouTube episode, an audio podcast, Spotify video, Apple video, short-form clips, newsletter content, social posts, community discussion, and brand inventory. Rox describes podcasts as a powerful format because a single strong two-hour conversation can yield many different media assets across multiple platforms. That creates opportunity, but it also creates complexity. They discuss Apple's HLS video support, Spotify video, YouTube, RSS, 4K video, thumbnails in feeds, Netflix, Roku, FAST channels, Prime Video, and the growing need for creators to publish into more places without needing to understand every technical layer underneath. Rox argues that creators should not have to care about acronyms like HLS, VAST, RSS, or 301 redirects unless the technology directly affects their business. The software should handle the complexity so creators can focus on the show, the audience, and the growth strategy. A major theme of the episode is that video success is not just about uploading an MP4 file. Rox makes a strong case that the real shift is in mindset. On YouTube, titles, thumbnails, intros, pacing, retention, curiosity gaps, promise, progress, payoff, packaging, and audience behavior all matter. Podcasting has historically treated episode art and titles as secondary. YouTube treats them as the front door to the content. Rob and Rox spend significant time on thumbnails and titles, including why creators need to understand the psychology behind a click without reducing the work to empty clickbait. Rox explains that a thumbnail should create a question the viewer wants answered, while the episode itself must deliver enough value to earn attention and retention. The best creators do not copy blindly. They study what works, understand why it works, and apply that structure in their own voice, to their audience, and through their creative point of view. The conversation also moves into AI. Rox does not describe Flightcast as an AI-first platform, but AI is an important layer inside the system. He sees major value in AI analytics, back-catalog analysis, clip testing, title suggestions, descriptions, chapters, transcripts, and pattern recognition. His larger ambition is to bake more of the YouTube strategist and producer mindset directly into the software so creators can see what is working, what is not working, and where new growth opportunities may exist. Rob and Rox also discuss monetization. As video moves deeper into podcast platforms, host-read ads, dynamic ad insertion, video ad formats, brand partnerships, affiliate models, and creator-controlled advertising may begin to converge. Rox explains Flightcast's ability to support programmatic, dynamic sponsorships and bring-your-own-programmatic monetization, while keeping the platform focused on growth and creator support rather than solely on ad sales. The episode closes with a look at the future of podcast hosting itself. Rox argues that basic hosting has become a commodity. The next layer is growth, analytics, experimentation, distribution, monetization support, and creator intelligence. In a world where AI can make software easier to build and copy, the real advantage may come from insight, speed, taste, data interpretation, and the ability to help serious creators make better decisions faster. For creators, publishers, networks, and podcast platforms, Episode 674 is a clear look at the next stage of podcasting: video-first, data-aware, AI-supported, YouTube-influenced, and increasingly built around shows that can travel everywhere. Chapter Topic Time Stamp Markers: 00:00 Welcome to The New Media Show Episode 674 00:19 Has video-first podcasting arrived? 01:21 Introducing Rox Codes and Flightcast 02:32 Building tools for YouTubers before podcasting 03:18 Why podcast hosting needed a YouTube-first mindset 04:13 Building the Flightcast playbook around video-first shows 05:31 Bringing the Diary of a CEO playbook into software 06:54 Can a platform support data-driven production? 08:27 AI, automation, and the future of show creation 09:13 LLMs and AI tools in creator workflows 10:23 AI as a podcast data consultant 11:19 Publishing, analytics, and experimentation 13:41 Could Flightcast become a creator operating system? 14:17 Podcasts as long-form source material for every platform 16:39 Is YouTube success the strongest growth signal? 17:19 Growth, retention, and why YouTube has the advantage 19:44 Going from YouTube to audio vs audio to video 20:49 Who Flightcast is built for 21:28 Apple HLS, Spotify video, and platform complexity 22:21 Can Apple or Spotify compete with YouTube video? 23:43 Video as human connection 24:24 Apple Podcasts video and the return of native video distribution 25:51 Netflix, podcasts, and low-cost creator TV 27:22 Why creator video can work across phone, laptop, car, and TV 28:20 Apple TV, 4K, and the quality question 29:16 Why creators should not need to understand HLS or RSS 31:55 The podcast industry still has too much technical friction 33:46 Alternate enclosure, iHeart, HLS, and RSS thumbnails 34:27 Why episode artwork and thumbnails now matter more 35:10 The thumbnail and title are the packaging 37:14 AI thumbnail scoring and creative judgment 38:08 Thumbnail psychology and curiosity gaps 38:52 Retention editing, strong intros, and promise-progress-payoff 40:10 Why better videos can multiply results 41:19 The real workload behind YouTube-quality video 42:37 Legacy media skills vs YouTube creator skills 44:50 Faster testing cycles changed creator media 45:32 Why video can be ten times harder when done right 45:53 How AI can bake strategy into software 47:00 Where Flightcast differs from early-stage creator tools 47:32 YouTube algorithm changes and podcaster anxiety 49:19 HLS, video ads, and creator-controlled ad insertion 50:22 Dynamic ads across YouTube and podcast platforms 51:33 Platform trust and monetization value 52:01 YouTube brand connections and affiliate models 53:18 Right brand, right creator, right price 54:35 360 campaigns, affiliates, and creator investments 57:17 Organic product mentions and brand relationships 58:14 What podcast hosting becomes next 58:46 Hosting as a commodity and growth as the real business 59:37 APIs, AI coding, and software moats 1:00:30 Where is the moat in creator software? 1:01:07 Staying ahead through insight and experimentation 1:03:32 Advanced analytics as the future advantage 1:04:41 Every creator has a different data pattern 1:05:14 MrBeastification, AI, and creator sameness 1:06:10 Outlier analysis and creative inspiration 1:07:15 Why outlier theory works when used correctly 1:08:44 Packaging the topic before recording 1:09:32 Does this conflict with podcasting culture? 1:11:01 Why data-driven formats do not have to kill creativity 1:12:23 Ryan Trahan and creative twists on proven formats 1:14:17 Packaging as the price of audience attention 1:15:04 Craft, creativity, and changing the playbook 1:16:51 Podcasting's radio roots and YouTube's different rules 1:17:27 Flightcast demo: stop guessing what content works 1:18:00 Publishing video everywhere with unified analytics 1:18:51 Measurement standards and the 30-second vs 60-second debate 1:20:21 AI analytics, clips, and test channels 1:21:35 YouTube API limits and thumbnail A/B testing 1:22:51 Flightcast monetization and bring-your-own programmatic 1:23:55 Transcripts, AI titles, descriptions, and chapters 1:24:21 Flightcast pricing and plans 1:25:41 HLS across all plans and video storage differences 1:26:32 Future pricing credits for more clips 1:26:48 Closing thoughts and where to find the episode Guest Links: Rox Codes, CEO and Co-Founder, Flightcast Flightcast: https://flightcast.com Rox Codes Website: https://roxcodes.com Rox Codes on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxcodes Rox Codes on X: https://x.com/RoxCodes Rox Codes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChg53qPBdY1FF8gjOlB9zkg Rob Greenlee and New Media Show Links Rob Greenlee Website: https://robgreenlee.com New Media Show: https://newmediashow.com New Media Show Audio on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-media-show-audio/id392545649 New Media Show on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheNewMediaShow Rob Greenlee on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@RobGreenlee Podcast Hall of Fame: https://podcasthall.com Personal / AI Disclosure Note: I used AI tools to help organize and edit this episode description and generate show notes from the episode transcript. The views, clarifications, responsibility, and industry perspective are mine and my guest's. This article reflects my editorial direction and the substance of the conversation.The post Video-First Podcasting Has Arrived | Rox Codes, Flightcast #674 first appeared on New Media Show.

"Welcome to the program. If you walked into a Christian bookstore seventy years ago, the profound, soul-stirring writings of the Puritans were virtually lost to history—rotting in forgotten English attics and locked away in academic vaults. Today, we're sharing the remarkable story of a quiet literary rescue mission: a global, providential relay race run not by famous celebrities, but by a colorful band of printers, pastors, and tireless book-distributors. From Martyn Lloyd-Jones launching a modest magazine in post-war London, to remote bookrooms in Choteau, Montana, a devastating warehouse flood in Pennsylvania, and a hard-charging contractor who bought books by the pallet just to give them away, join us as we trace how a handful of dedicated pioneers brought the forgotten giants of the faith back to life—and forever changed the modern pulpit."

Paul McMahon, the President and Publisher of Paulist Press, is our guest on this special episode of Deacons Pod. Deacon Mike Hayes and Deacon Drew Dickson (both of whom are Paulist Deacon Affiliates) ask Paul about his unique career path from his native Australia to service as the first lay President and Publisher in the 160-year history of the Catholic publishing company. During their conversation, Paul speaks about several Paulist Press books, including: The Paulist Biblical Commentary "Coming to Our Senses: Embodying the Soul" by Gunilla Norris "101 Questions & Answers on Deacons: Revised Second Edition" by Deacon Bill Ditewig "A Human Portrait of Jesus" by Fr. Vincenzo Anselmo, SJ "The Legacies of Sr. Madeleva Wolff, CSC" by Jessica Coblentz and Susan Mancino Deacon Mike also asks Paul what he learned from his predecessors at Paulist Press: Paulist Fr. Kevin Lynch (1925 - 2022), Paulist Fr. Larry Boadt (1942 - 2010), and Paulist Fr. Mark-David Janus, who now serves as Publisher Emeritus.

Google traffic to publishers is down over 30%. AI Overviews are answering the questions your articles used to. Social referral is a shadow of what it was.The one thing nobody can scrape from you is a direct relationship with your audience. This episode walks through the Publisher Flywheel: a 4-step system Pete has built with hundreds of publishers to convert anonymous traffic into known, engaged readers, and turn that audience into revenue.You'll see it working live on The Spanish Eye, a regional English-language news publisher in Andalusia that grew active users 800% in 12 months. Pete breaks down exactly which levers they pulled, in what order, and how you can start with a loose registration wall and tighten over time as confidence builds.What you'll learn:Why the average site sees 1.7 pages per session, and what that means for where your registration wall has to sitHow registration walls convert anonymous traffic 2-7x faster than pop-upsThe two-newsletter setup (free list + paid list) and what each one is actually forWhy your newsletter is a product, not a promo channel, and the cadence that actually convertsHow to target logged-in free readers with the right upgrade message at the right momentThe insights that matter: paywall hits, quiet readers, failed payments, and how to automate follow-upWhen (and whether) to lock down completely against AI bots and searchResources mentioned:The Publisher's AI Survival Guide (free): publisherrevenue.comThe Spanish Eye: thespanisheye.comLeaky Paywall: leakypaywall.com/list-builder/List Builder: leakypaywall.comLeaky Paywall Insights: insights.leakypaywall.com

On this episode of The Weekly Scroll Podcast, Ryan sits down with PAWEŁ KICMAN of Heltung Storytelling to talk about publishing, award nominations, solo games, and KHTHON, a brutal, suffocating TTRPG set in dark underground depths. Follow KHTHON here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/heltung/khthonFind Heltung Storytelling here: https://shop.heltung.online/0:00 Start0:35 Who is Paweł Kicman?3:35 Solo games and Odyssey of the Giant14:10 Whispers of the Woods21:05 Publishing while writing28:25 Vault Crawler and KHTHON51:00 Where can people find Heltung StorytellingAll our links here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/theweeklyscroll⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@theweeklyscroll⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitch.tv/theweeklyscroll⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/the.weekly.scroll⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/theweeklyscroll.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/SQYEuebVab⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠At-Coast Merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-weekly-scroll/⁠⁠

The Rebbe writes about the joy of hearing that the recipient succeeded in publishing his father's manuscript, encourages him to influence fellow Jews to study it, and stresses that strengthening Judaism in America will positively affect Jews everywhere, even behind the Iron Curtain. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/017/010/6398

In Part 2 of this series, John, Bart, Alex, and Allen share stunning stories of the impact the book Wild at Heart has had over the past 25 years in America, Nicaragua, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, and practically everywhere else in the world. Early on, John and the team decided to "stay small and give it away"—a decision that has empowered men who have been transformed by this message, as you'll hear in their video testimonies, to then share it with others in breathtaking ways.Show Notes: To discover more about the Wild at Heart Experience, Events, and Fires, visit WildAt Heart.org/events. Pablo's story is featured in Session 3 of the Wild at Heart Experience at WildAtHeart.org/experiences/wildatheart/session-3.Keywords: Anniversary, Wild at Heart, Book, Publishing, Christian, International_______________________________________________There is more.Got a question you want answered on the podcast? Ask us at Questions@WildatHeart.orgSupport the mission or find more on our website:WildAtHeart.org  or on our app.Apple: Wild At Heart AppAndroid: Wild At Heart AppWatch on YouTubeThe stock music used in the Wild at Heart podcast is titled “When Laid to Rest” by Patrick Rundblad and available here.More pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android.Apple: One Minute Pause AppAndroid: One Minute Pause App

In this episode, I spoke with author Andrew Wilson about his book " I Wanna Be Loved By You: Marilyn Monroe A Life In 100 Takes". Publishing one hundred years after her birth, Andrew Wilson's biography of Marilyn Monroe is a kaleidoscopic tour of her life told through 100 captivating snapshots.

What does it take to turn great advising ideas into published scholarship? In this episode of The Adventures in Advising, Ryan is joined by Melissa Cumbia, Sarah Bechtel, and Alanna Bitzel —members of NACADA's Publications Advisory Board—for an honest conversation about their journeys as writers, collaborators, and contributors to the academic advising profession. Together, they explore how publishing can be more approachable than many advisors realize and why every practitioner has valuable experiences worth sharing. From finding the right topic and building a supportive writing team to navigating imposter syndrome, feedback, and the publication process, this episode is filled with practical advice and encouragement for advisors at every stage of their careers. Follow the podcast on your favorite podcast platform!The Instagram, and Facebook handle for the podcast is @AdvisingPodcastAlso, subscribe to our Adventures in Advising YouTube Channel!Connect with Matt and Ryan on LinkedIn.

Jace welcomes writer Ben H. Winters and Oni Press President and Publisher Hunter Gorinson for an in-depth conversation about the new Archie #1 and the beginning of Oni Press' ambitious Archie publishing program. Hunter explains how the partnership with Archie Comics developed, why Oni is launching the line carefully with Archie, Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Archie in Hell, and how the publisher plans to preserve the characters' history while giving every book a distinct modern identity. Ben discusses writing Archie, Betty, Veronica, Jughead and the Riverdale cast, drawing inspiration from raising three teenagers, balancing humor with authentic adolescent anxiety and finding the humanity beneath the characters' familiar relationships. They also explore Archie's enormous influence on popular culture, the importance of joyful comics, Fábio Moon's interpretation of Riverdale and what Oni has planned for San Diego Comic-Con. Archie #1 is scheduled for release September 2, 2026.   Chapters 00:00 Introducing Oni Press' New Archie Era 00:32 How the Oni and Archie Partnership Happened 03:12 Why Ben H. Winters Said Yes to Archie 05:20 Modernizing Archie for Every Generation 07:34 Choosing Fábio Moon and Kano 11:38 Betty or Veronica? 13:45 Building a Sustainable Archie Publishing Line 16:28 Balancing Teenage Drama, Humor and Optimism 18:50 Jughead's Journal 20:15 Why Archie Comics Are So Hard to Write 23:55 Making Comics Fun Again 27:19 The Fizz of Teenage Potential 29:38 Finding Archie Andrews' Voice 31:31 Archie's Influence on Popular Culture 33:00 The Responsibility of Publishing an Icon 35:16 What Makes Oni's Archie #1 Different 37:40 San Diego Comic-Con Plans 39:35 Why Comic Conventions Matter 42:46 Final Thoughts and Preordering Archie #1   Find more interviews, reviews and comic news from The Comic Source: https://linktr.ee/thecomicsource

In this episode, Steve sits down with Angela Page, author, playwright, screenwriter, filmmaker, and president of the South Florida chapter of the Women's National Book Association.Angela shares the remarkable true story that inspired her latest novel, Enrico G., based on her great-grandfather's extraordinary life in Italy and New York during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The conversation explores the challenges of transforming family history into compelling fiction while preserving the spirit of the people who inspired it.Together they discuss:The true story behind Enrico G.Adapting stories between novels, screenplays, and stage playsTraditional, hybrid, and self-publishingMarketing books in today's publishing landscapeTurning books into films and television projectsAI as a tool for writersFinding writing communities and professional supportBalancing historical accuracy with engaging storytellingWriting about difficult and controversial subjects with empathy and humorWhy it's never too late to pursue a creative careerAngela also shares practical advice for aspiring authors, from querying publishers and avoiding common publishing pitfalls to building a long-term writing career in an ever changing industry.Whether you're a reader fascinated by historical fiction or a writer looking to navigate today's publishing world, this episode offers an insightful conversation about creativity, perseverance, and the many paths that lead to telling meaningful stories.Guest: Angela Page https://angelapage.net/Featured Book: Enrico G. https://amzn.to/44uLFlX

DescriptionArtificial Intelligence has changed the publishing landscape forever—but does that mean writers should let AI write their books?In this episode of Write Effing Now, Hilary Jastram tackles one of the biggest conversations happening in publishing today: how to use AI ethically without sacrificing your voice, creativity, or credibility.From AI-generated manuscripts and book covers to editing software and inspiration tools, Hilary shares where she believes AI belongs in the writing process—and where it absolutely doesn't. She explains why reputable publishers are drawing clear ethical boundaries, why originality still matters, and how authors can embrace technology without losing what makes their work uniquely human.Whether you're curious about ChatGPT, Grammarly, AI-assisted editing, or simply wondering what publishers really think about AI, this episode offers a practical—and refreshingly honest—look at the future of writing.What You'll Learn:Why AI is here to stay—and why writers shouldn't ignore it.The ethical difference between AI as an assistant versus AI as the author.Why reputable publishers reject AI-generated manuscripts.Appropriate ways to use AI for brainstorming, outlining, and research.Where AI can help with editing—and where human editors remain essential.The truth behind AI-generated book covers and publishing disclosures.Common AI writing "tells," including repetition and redundancy.Why originality, creativity, and your unique voice will always matter more than automation.Artificial intelligence has become one of the most talked-about developments in publishing, but Hilary believes the conversation shouldn't be centered on fear—it should be centered on ethics.Throughout this episode, she explains that AI is best viewed as a research assistant or brainstorming partner rather than a replacement for human creativity. While AI can help organize ideas, suggest topics, and inspire new directions, the responsibility for researching, verifying facts, and crafting original content still belongs to the author.Hilary also discusses how professional publishers are responding to AI-generated content. She shares why manuscripts written primarily by AI are unlikely to be accepted by reputable publishing houses and why transparency matters whenever AI contributes to a project. She also explores the gray areas surrounding AI-generated artwork, editing tools, and design enhancements while encouraging authors to prioritize honesty throughout the publishing process.Perhaps the most important takeaway is this: writing is more than producing words. It's a process of growth, discipline, creativity, and transformation. While technology can make certain tasks easier, nothing replaces the satisfaction of creating something that is authentically your own.Favorite Quote: "AI is the gatherer. It is not the creator."Ready to write your book the right way?Whether you're starting from a blank page or polishing your final manuscript, Write Effing Now is your weekly guide to writing, editing, publishing, and building a lasting author platform.Connect With Hilary:Follow Hilary for practical writing advice, publishing insights, and encouragement to help you cross the finish line.InstagramLinkedInTikTokFacebookAbout the Author: Write Effing Now is the podcast for writers who are ready to stop waiting and start creating.Hosted by editor, publisher, and author Hilary Jastram, each episode provides practical guidance on writing, editing, publishing, storytelling, marketing, audiobooks, AI, and everything in between. Whether you're writing your first book or your fifteenth, you'll discover actionable strategies to help you write with confidence and publish with purpose.Learn more at Bookmark Publishing.

Watch as a full video episode on YouTubeMarco is in a bad mood this week, and doesn't hold back when discussing the march of AI into audiobooks…! Plus, we chat about the depressing reaction to a book piracy site being taken down, and wonder if Canongate's new approach to paying authors more regularly will catch on (we aren't optimistic…)00:00 Intro00:54 Here Come The Robots - AI voices taking over?20:21 A Pirate's Life For You? How Piracy Hurts Authors29:38 Opening the (Canon)Gates - Will The Big 5 Follow?35:50 Stranger Than Fiction - Nadine's Idea FactoryLinks:Bolinda creates AI cloned voice of Barbara Cartland[Not linking to the Piracy story as it names the site]Canongate moves to quarterly royalty paymentsAdventures in Publishing-land is brought to you by STET Podcasts - the one stop shop for all your writing podcast needs, featuring Page One - The Writer's Podcast, The Conversation with Nadine Matheson and more! Find all our shows here!Follow us on BlueskyFollow us on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watch as a full video episode on YouTubeMarco is in a bad mood this week, and doesn't hold back when discussing the march of AI into audiobooks…! Plus, we chat about the depressing reaction to a book piracy site being taken down, and wonder if Canongate's new approach to paying authors more regularly will catch on (we aren't optimistic…)00:00 Intro00:54 Here Come The Robots - AI voices taking over?20:21 A Pirate's Life For You? How Piracy Hurts Authors29:38 Opening the (Canon)Gates - Will The Big 5 Follow?35:50 Stranger Than Fiction - Nadine's Idea FactoryLinks:Bolinda creates AI cloned voice of Barbara Cartland[Not linking to the Piracy story as it names the site]Canongate moves to quarterly royalty paymentsAdventures in Publishing-land is brought to you by STET Podcasts - the one stop shop for all your writing podcast needs, featuring Page One - The Writer's Podcast, The Conversation with Nadine Matheson and more! Find all our shows here!Follow us on BlueskyFollow us on InstagramPre- Order 'The Shadow Carver' PbBuy me a cup of coffee ☕️ | Buy books by my guestsFollow Me Bluesky | Substack | Instagram | Facebook | Threads Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

THE PRIME OF MR. NEVILLE BRODY — “Once you have broken down the rules, literally anything is possible.'” In the business of magazine design, few names resonate as profoundly as Neville Brody. And, to this day, he lives by those words.  Renowned for his groundbreaking work and commitment to pushing design boundaries at magazines like The Face, Arena, Per Lui, and others, Brody is a true auteur in the world of design. We talked to him at the launch of his spectacular new monograph, The Graphic Language of Neville Brody 3. Nurtured on 1970s British punk music, which rejected anything that appeared self-indulgent or overwrought, Brody found the perfect launch pad at The Face, the London-based music, fashion, and culture monthly, created by editor Nick Logan in 1980. The Face inspired an array of fellow magazine rule-breakers, including the late Tibor Kalman, David Carson, and Fabien Baron, who calls Brody's work “powerful, aggressive, and simple.” Since then, Brody's journey in graphic design has been marked by a relentless, almost unforgiving pursuit of innovation. His magazine design challenged conventional norms and redefined visual storytelling. Brody's design approach is characterized by a rejection of conventional grid systems and editorial hierarchies, and a willingness to break free from established design rules. And he thinks magazines today are missing a giant opportunity: “That's the beauty of print, that you can't achieve in the same way digitally. Digital is so commoditized. We're not expressing content anymore. We're just delivering it. Neville Brody's legacy in magazine design lies in his fearless approach to challenging the status quo and his ability to capture the zeitgeist of his time. By pushing the boundaries of traditional graphic design, he not only influenced the look and feel of magazines but also inspired a generation of designers to embrace innovation, experimentation, and a spirit of creative rebellion. Brody's work continues to be celebrated for its enduring impact on the evolution of graphic design and its role in shaping the visual language of contemporary media. A production of Magazeum LLC ©2021–2025

David Hill reviews Dogs of the World by Craig Turner-Bullock, published by Furtography in association with Sherlock & Co. Publishing.

“We've lost the village”: Housing expert Lucinda Hartley on the loneliness crisis hiding in plain sight.Australia is facing a loneliness epidemic and according to housing expert and urbanist Lucinda Hartley, the problem isn't just our busy lives or screen addiction. It's the way our cities have been designed. From long commutes and car dependence to apartment buildings that prioritise privacy over connection, modern Australian life is making it easier than ever to move through entire days without meaningful human interaction. As rates of loneliness soar, particularly among young Australians, Lucinda says we need to stop treating loneliness as a personal failing and start recognising it as a housing and city design issue. Author of Finding Home, Lucinda can discuss why the “village” that once sustained communities has quietly disappeared and simple changes individuals, developers and governments can make to rebuild connection into everyday life.Deborah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/what.ive.learnt/Mind, Film and Publishing: https://www.mindfilmandpublishing.com/Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/what-ive-learnt/id153556330Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3TQjCspxcrSi4yw2YugxBkBuzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1365850

Dr. Beckett and Darin Ostrom discuss how to get Darin's deeply researched history of 1990s sports cards published when his YouTube viewership is limited and traditional publishers want authors with large followings. They explore obstacles like fragmented digital audiences, declining print publishing, lack of wholesale distribution, and the need for a clear “hook” that drives virality beyond an educational or nostalgia angle. Possible paths include self-publishing via Amazon with shorter serialized volumes, pre-ordering through card shops to reduce risk, and partnerships or sponsorships with companies like Collectors/Beckett Media, PSA/SMR, or Fanatics by fitting content into existing magazines as multi-part articles. They also note competition from free content and AI, and suggest stronger concepts like registries or “100 iconic '90s cards” lists to motivate buyers.   00:27 YouTube Chapters to Book 01:36 Why Publishers Pass 03:53 Self Publishing Lessons 05:26 Digital Serialization Strategy 06:57 Preorders and Card Shop Marketing 09:32 Sponsors and Magazine Serialization 14:02 Competing With Free and AI 16:12 Finding the Viral Hook 19:05 Reframing for Collectors 20:14 Audience Spectrum and Examples      

On this episode of Self-Publishing with ALLi, Dan Holloway covers four stories: a new EU tariff that will affect authors shipping books directly to European readers; The Economist's striking data showing book publishing volumes have doubled since ChatGPT launched in 2022; the Commonwealth Short Story Prize awarding its top prize to the very story accused of AI authorship; and the relaunch of Simon and Schuster's Pocket Books imprint, which is specifically targeting successful indie and hybrid authors for a romance-first print list launching in January 2027. Sponsor Self-Publishing News is proudly sponsored by PublishMe—helping indie authors succeed globally with expert translation, tailored marketing, and publishing support. From first draft to international launch, PublishMe ensures your book reaches readers everywhere. Visit publishme.me. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center, with a huge archive of nearly 2,000 blog posts and a handy search box to find key info on the topic you need. About the Host Dan Holloway is a novelist, poet, and spoken word artist. He is the MC of the performance arts show The New Libertines, He competed at the National Poetry Slam final at the Royal Albert Hall. His latest collection, The Transparency of Sutures, is  available on Kindle.

95% of the time, it's not a people problem. It's a process problem. So I set out to fix the process and in doing it, I found a way to clone my best employees. How skills took my X account from ~100K to 3M+ monthly impressions The finance skill that found $500K in hidden costs in 30 minutes Our internal "Skills Dojo" - think GitHub meets an app store for your team's best skills How evals and agentic loops turn one person into the work of 5-10 Chapters 00:00 Clone Your Best Employees With Skills 00:25 The Results: 3M+ Views on X 00:43 Building & Forking Skills 02:00 Fat Skills, Thin Harness 02:13 Skills That Drive Real Leads 02:48 The AI Marketing Skills Repo (2,600 Stars) 04:00 The Finance Skill That Saved $500K 04:53 X Long-Form Writer + Humanizer 05:39 Inside Our Skills Dojo 08:04 Publishing & Sanitizing Skills 09:00 Most Problems Are Process Problems 10:48 Speaking at MozCon NYC 11:26 Training The Team Like Jedi 12:03 The Person Of One 14:05 What Makes A Real Skill 14:18 What Is A Good Eval? 15:04 Agentic Loops Explained 16:45 Daisy-Chaining Skills Into Loops

Send us Fan MailAmberly Lago is a widely recognized expert in helping entrepreneurs build their businesses through grit and resilience. As the founder of The Unstoppable Life Mastermind, she has worked with thousands of clients, empowering them to achieve success by developing resilience and perseverance.She is the host of The Amberly Lago Show, a podcast recognized by Apple as being among the Top 1% of podcasts worldwide.An internationally sought-after speaker on grit, resilience, and connection, Amberly has shared the stage with bestselling authors and thought leaders, and has delivered keynote presentations for companies including Lululemon, Google, and Athleta. Her TEDx talk has garnered hundreds of thousands of views.Through her authentic approach and unwavering commitment to serving others, Amberly has built a large and deeply engaged community. She is passionate about helping people overcome personal and professional challenges, equipping them with the mindset and resilience needed to create lasting success.A sought after thought leader and bestselling author in 19 categories, her insights have been featured in national media outlets like Forbes, USA Today (named Top Most Influential Speaker In the nation), The Doctors, Hallmark and The TODAY Show.Amberly has overcome major trauma in her life including 34 surgeries to save her leg after a horrific motorcycle accident. She emerged on top by leveraging her proprietary P.A.C.E.R. Method which teaches how authentically connecting with others leads to unstoppable resilience and success.-Quick Episode Summary:✅ What if your deepest pain became your greatest teacher?✅ Amberly Lago reveals how surviving 34 surgeries and living with chronic pain sparked grit, gratitude, and a new purpose.✅ On Passing The Torch, Amberly discusses resilience, hidden scars, finding joy alongside pain, and why desperation can be the spark for life-changing transformation.✅ Real stories, hard truths, and the secret to turning adversity into your superpower - press play and get inspired to rewrite your own story!-Podcast Chapters:00:00 Random Stuff06:15 Nervous before a big speech12:13 Building Relationships through Research13:45 Turning down an opportunity18:59 Amberly Lago's journey of resilience22:51 Dealing with chronic health issues26:18 Recovering from injuries28:11 Using gratitude to overcome fear31:26 Finding gratitude after the accident35:07 Struggling with alcoholism and recovery37:11 Dealing with hidden struggles41:10 Living with visible and invisible scars46:32 Talking about favorite movies47:31 Talking about celebrity lookalikes51:34 Billboard message for struggling individuals53:46 Expressing gratitude to Amberly-

Most things related to publishing insights are focused on the Big 5. They dominate the Indie Next List, most all bestseller lists, and conversation through the industry.Recently, Jim Hanas launched Small Press Insights, which shows which small press titles rank where at Amazon, and the indie bookstore lists, and what upcoming titles are popular. He joins Joe and Elly on the pod this week to talk about their favorite thing- analytics!If you want to learn more about why Jim started the list, you can read his blog about it here: https://www.loureedsnephew.com/p/the-small-press-viewCheck out the Small Press Insights list here: https://smallpressinsights.com/ipc************Thank you for catching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast!  We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via your preferred podcast app, or by visiting linktree.com/microcosmGet the People's Guide to Publishing book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/10031More from Microcosm: https://microcosmpublishing.comSubscribe to our monthly email newsletter: https://microcosm.pub/newsletterFind us on social media:Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@microcosmpub/BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/microcosm.bsky.socialInstagram: https://instagram.com/microcosm_pubFacebook: https://facebook.com/microcosmpublishing************

What changes when prospective clients already understand your value before they ever schedule a first meeting? In this episode of The Registered Investment Advisor Podcast, host Seth Greene interviews Gabe McManus, Publisher at The Influential Advisor, who explains how books, storytelling, and guest podcasting can help advisors clarify their message, build trust with ideal prospects, and create more opportunities to speak and grow their visibility. Gabe also shares why advisors do not need to be writers to create a book and how coaching can help them communicate in a polished version of their own voice. Key Takeaways: → A well-written book allows prospective clients to understand an advisor's philosophy, process, and expertise before they ever become a prospect. → Clients connect with stories because they help people see themselves in the challenges, solutions, and transformations being discussed. → Publishing a book can lead to speaking engagements, podcast appearances, media exposure, and stronger referral conversations. → Appearing as a guest on established podcasts allows advisors to reach targeted audiences without the workload of producing their own show. → The most effective communicators learn how to express their ideas clearly, conversationally, and in ways that inspire action. Gabe McManus is the Publisher of Influential Advisor Media and a go-to resource for financial advisors who want to grow their practices through authority marketing. Gabe works with financial advisors to write and market their books, prepare for podcasts, and build the kind of credibility that attracts ideal clients. He believes the advisors who communicate well do not just stand out from the competition. They become the obvious choice in their market. Connect With Gabe: Website: ⁠https://influentialadvisor.com/⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabemcmanus/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it ever too late to pursue the dream you've carried your entire life? Seth Panitch proves the answer is a resounding no.In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich sits down with award-winning playwright, filmmaker, professor, and first-time novelist Seth Panitch to explore the remarkable journey behind his debut novel, Antique. More than a mystery filled with art, hidden treasures, and history, Antique asks one of life's biggest questions: How do we determine our true worth?Seth shares how decades spent in theater, teaching, directing, and storytelling prepared him to write the novel he'd always dreamed of creating. He also offers an honest look at finding a literary agent, navigating traditional publishing, marketing a first book, and why every aspiring author needs persistence more than perfection.In this episode, you'll discover:• Why it's never too late to reinvent yourself• The powerful difference between value and worth• How history connects us to our purpose• Behind-the-scenes insights into writing and publishing a debut novel• Practical advice every aspiring author should hearLearn more about Seth, pick up a copy of Antique, and don't forget to leave a review after you've read it. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and join the conversation by sharing your thoughts or visiting ConversationsWithRichBennett.com.Send us Fan MailCelebrate the Magic of Words in Bel Air, Maryland!https://bookfairatbelair.org/Harford County Health DepartmentTo protect, promote, and improve the health, safety, and environment of Harford County residents.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTokSponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCastSubscribe by Email

Bestselling authors William Bernhardt (The Superman Wars) and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview WriterCon keynote speaker William Martin, the New York Times-bestselling author of twelve novels, a PBS documentary, book reviews, magazine articles, and a cult-classic horror movie. His most recent book is December '41, which Steve Berry (who has also keynoted at WriterCon), called “Another masterpiece from a master, and that's exactly what William Martin is.”0:00 Opening ThoughtsUpdates on the Commonwealth Prize controversy—and WriterCon '26!5:11 News1) Self-Published Book Sells Over 2.5 Million Copies!2) AI Stories Favor Elias Thorne and Lighthouses16:53 Craft CornerChristina Kaye discusses how to treat your books like a business, not a hobby20:17 Interview with William Martin49:46 Parting WordsBill's book The Superman Wars is about a writer, just like you, and the struggles he suffered are still with us today. Jerry Siegel, the kid who came up with the idea for Superman, was the first American writer to sue his publishers, and many other writers now benefit from what became the most important creator-rights battle of modern times.WriterCon is September 4-7, in Oklahoma City at the historic and haunted Skirvin Hilton. Lara and I will be there, plus Jesse, plus William Martin, plus about sixty other writers, agents, publishers, and people connected to the publishing industry. You can review the schedule on our website, www.writercon.com.If you haven't joined the WriterCon Facebook Group yet, do it today and join this wonderful community of writers. Click here!Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.William Bernhardt www.williambernhardt.com www.writercon.com

In this member-first Q&A on the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast, host Michael La Ronn talks with Alliance of Independent Authors Business Adviser Joe Solari about how indie authors can think more clearly about the business side of writing. Joe explains why authors should focus less on revenue and more on profit, how to approach pricing without undervaluing their work, when going wide makes sense, and why intellectual property and audience are the real foundations of an author business. He also offers practical advice on print distribution, direct sales, and when it may—or may not—make sense to form an LLC. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center, with a huge archive of 2,000+ blog posts, and a handy search box to find key info on the topic you need. We invite you to join our organization and become a self-publishing ally.

In today's episode, I'm sharing a conversation with content strategist Jana Osofsky all about how to simplify your content marketing strategy while increasing conversions. Jana explains her “capsule blog library” approach — a system built around creating a small collection of intentional, evergreen content that helps your audience feel ready to buy. We discuss why repetition matters more than constantly creating new content, how to repurpose long-form content effectively, and why blogging can still be one of the most powerful low-lift marketing tools for digital entrepreneurs.Listen to the full episode to hear: Why creating 12–20 intentional blog posts can outperform constantly publishing new content How to repurpose long-form content into emails, social posts, collaborations, and sales assets The biggest mistake entrepreneurs make with content marketing — and what to focus on instead Why repetition and clear messaging help you become known for your expertise faster How creating content helps refine your offers, messaging, and overall business strategyWant to quit your job in the next 6-12 months with passive income from selling digital products online?Check out Startup Society:https://startupsociety.comHave you already started your business, but it isn't generating consistent income?Schedule a free, 30-minute strategy session with our team to get unstuck!https://gillianperkins.as.me/?appointmentType=57013246FREE Resources to Grow Your Online Business: Grab our free course: Small Business 101: https://gillianperkins.com/free-training-small-business-101 Learn “The $100K Method” with our free audio course: https://www.gillianperkins.com/100k-method-signupWork with Gillian Perkins:Apply for $100K Mastermind: https://gillianperkins.com/100k-mastermind Get your online biz started with Startup Society: https://startupsociety.com Learn more about Gillian: https://gillianperkins.com Instagram: @GillianZPerkins

Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions!In this episode, I chat with children's book author and illustrator Erin Thorburn. (She also happens to be my best friend.) We wax not so poetic on book writing, publishing, marketing children's books (her lane, not mine), and navigating the creative industry with humor and properly set expectations. CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS:Challenges of publishing (and marketing) children's booksMarketing strategies for authorsThe myths (and, of course, truths) of our experiences building both confidence and communityHow to navigate industry egos and rejection without making it mean you should quit (or just plain quitting) 

Most podcasters send a cold email and wait. Trish Manzo picks up a physical phone. She launched the Ride to Independence podcast about a year ago and grew it to roughly 45,000 YouTube subscribers by publishing three themed episodes a week and booking the guests she wants with old fashioned cold calls. Before podcasting she built a children's music program that served more than 450 families and ran it for 18 years before selling it.In this episode of Podcasting Secrets with host Nathan Gwilliam, Trish Manzo reveals why cold calling converts where email and LinkedIn quietly stall and why she books guests on the first call, how giving each topic its own day of the week trains listeners to come back, why she is building the audience first and letting monetization wait, and how a surprise press junket had her interviewing seven actors back to back in four hours.Want to grow faster without a bigger budget? Pick up the phone, book the guest you actually want, and give your listeners more than one reason a week to come back. Subscribe and follow Podcasting Secrets on Apple, Spotify and YouTube for weekly insights from creators building audiences that compound.Follow, Like & Subscribe:Podcasting Secrets: Website: https://podcastingsecrets.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@podcasting-secrets Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastingsecrets/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/poduppodcasting/ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-secrets/id1726056241 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0edA45tyPxFRfiUmDxYSUjNathan Gwilliam: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathangwilliam/Trish Manzo: Show Website: https://www.ridetoindependence.com Business Website: https://zoomconcierge.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trish-manzo-072368156/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ridetoindependencepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridetoindependence/ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ride-to-independence-business-growth-with-current/id1811379306 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4xu9i1S6wLUVAsLTBKUaOa

Click here to receive today's free gift on the Radio Page:  For Better or Worse – Disability has a way of trying even the best of marriages. The cumulative effects of daily routines that never vary, social isolation, financial pressures, unmet expectations, and a life that is vastly different from most couples can wear on the spirits of the strongest husband and wife. Married to Joni Eareckson Tada for more than 37 years, Ken Tada shares that disability does not have to be the defining word in your marriage. Instead disability is an invitation for you and your spouse to depend on Jesus in your weakness and grow closer to each other than you ever thought possible. --------Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org. Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

In this episode I'm chatting with Stacia Lowe about how she built an author career by combining her passions for storytelling, knitting, and financial literacy while raising four sons. She discusses writing middle grade novels inspired by her family, growing a loyal readership through her newsletter, and why embracing the "slow and steady" approach has helped her build a sustainable writing business. The conversation also explores practical marketing strategies for indie authors, the importance of budgeting for publishing expenses, and how Stacia and her husband now help other writers through their publishing company.Find Stacia here: https://staciaraelowe.com/Pre-order Ezekiel's Path from Amazon.com here: https://amzn.to/4gVXOrm Pre-order Ezekiel's Path from Barnes and Noble here: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/ezekiels-path-adam-alva-lowe/1150449427Lowe Budget Kid's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lowebudgetkids/videosLowe Budget Publishing Author QuestionnaireGet on Stacia's newsletter: https://staciaraelowe.com/newsletter-join-save/ And find Stacia's books: https://staciaraelowe.com/home-2/stacia-rae-writes/Sign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletterWant more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I'm reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @author_katcaldwell