Episode 238 / Want some ideas on how to get readers on your newsletter list? On this Ask Us Anything episode, we have SO MANY ideas for you!

Topics:

• Expectations for earnings
• Building a List
• Preview Promos
• Reader magnets
• Difference between pre- and post-novel reader magnets
• Creative reader magnets

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Episode 237/Guest: Luke Mitchel, science fiction and fantasy author

Topics:

• Luke’s transition from KU to wide and direct sales
• Self-editing and revisions and accepting your writing style
• Writing short stories to refresh the creative process
• Moving away from social media and focusing on email marketing and direct sales

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Episode 236 / Ever wondered why certain characters steal your heart? This week we chat with Jessica Firpi, a TV and movie reviewer as well as a K-drama enthusiast and podcast host. We explore everything from effective "save the cat" moments to why a sunshine character can make a dark character shine.

If you've ever wondered how to make your characters compelling, relatable, and unforgettable, we’ve got some ideas for you. Plus, we've got examples from your favorite Kdramas and blockbuster movies.

Topics:

• How a Save the Cat moment gets the audience to root for a character
• Our favorite Save the Cat moments why they worked for us
• Genuine vs. manufactured conflict
• Creating complex backstories
• Pitfalls writers should avoid with Save the Cat moments
• Jess’s tips for bloggers and podcasters

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