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The Novel Writing Podcast

Colleen Mitchell

199 episodes

1 month ago

Seth Ring, a prolific fantasy and litRPG author, shares his process for dictating 10-12 books a year. Since backlist is key for the successful indie author, the faster you can build your backlist, the sooner your career will take off. Seth describes what it takes to go from typing to dictating and what to expect if you've never dictated before. Seth's Website: https://sethring.com/ Seth's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SethRingWrites Seth's Video on Becoming a Full-Time Author:...

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Seth Ring, a prolific fantasy and litRPG author, shares his process for dictating 10-12 books a year. Since backlist is key for the successful indie author, the faster you can build your backlist, the sooner your career will take off. Seth describes what it takes to go from typing to dictating and what to expect if you've never dictated before. Seth's Website: https://sethring.com/ Seth's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SethRingWrites Seth's Video on Becoming a Full-Time Author:...

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The Novel Writing Podcast

Seth Ring on Dictating Your Books

Seth Ring, a prolific fantasy and litRPG author, shares his process for dictating 10-12 books a year. Since backlist is key for the successful indie author, the faster you can build your backlist, the sooner your career will take off. Seth describes what it takes to go from typing to dictating and what to expect if you've never dictated before. Seth's Website: https://sethring.com/ Seth's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SethRingWrites Seth's Video on Becoming a Full-Time Author:...

1 month ago

45 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

Killer Organic Marketing, with Z.S. Diamanti

Indie author ZS Diamanti (Zac) shares his journey with organic marketing through social media, his newsletter, and using the momentum from his readers to run successful Kickstarters. Whether you're an old hat author or a brand new writer, Zac's advice will resonate with you. You can find Zac online at FreeFantasyFiction.com Link to unboxing video: https://www.instagram.com/p/DN5-FEAj8Kd/ Send us a text What to do next… Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate...

1 month ago

43 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

Case Study: Age of Scorpius, by Audra Winter

TikTok sensation Age of Scorpius by Audra Winter absolutely tanked upon release despite accumulating 7,000 pre-orders. So what happened? Today's episode is a case study on what Audra did right, what she did wrong, and what lessons we as writers can learn from this still-unfolding saga. Disclaimer: this episode is NOT for Audra, her friends, family, or production team. Do not doxx her or leave mean comments on her socials. This is for learning purposes only. Resources used in the produc...

1 month ago

13 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

Protecting Your Copyright, with Samantha Bradshaw

AI is the hot-button topic for authors nowadays. Lawyer Samantha Bradshaw discusses how authors can protect their work in the age of AI, especially now that large language models (LLMs) have been given the legal go-ahead to train on copyrighted work. If you have AI concerns, this episode is for you. Court case mentioned in this episode: JURISTnews: US federal judge issues landmark ruling on AI copyright lawSend us a text What to do next… Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 1...

2 months ago

38 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

What the Heck are Tropes?

What are tropes? Do we need them, and if so, how do we use them? Tropes are popular in marketing books right now, but the reality is we all use tropes in our writing whether we realize it or not. Listen in for an overview of tropes, whether you need to use them intentionally in your writing, how to use them in marketing, and what to avoid. I also list examples of books and films with various tropes across five popular genres. Resource: Jennifer Hilt's Trope Thesaurus Send us a text What ...

2 months ago

11 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

Amy Lynn McConahy on Clean Fiction Magazine

Ever thought of submitting your novel to a review magazine? Clean Fiction Magazine reviews both Christian and secular novels for free! Check out this interview with Amy Lynn McConahy, author and publisher of Clean Fiction Magazine. Send us a text What to do next… Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate Link Take the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE (Full Playlist Coming in October) Work with members of the Tally Ink Author Services Team Read Col...

2 months ago

11 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

Common Mistakes When Naming Characters

Are you falling into any of these common mistakes with naming characters? From too many names starting with the same letter, to your MC "Bob Smith" accidentally becoming an NPC, this episode will help you identify whether you need to change up some character names. Send us a text What to do next… Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate Link Take the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE (Full Playlist Coming in October) Work with members of the Tally Ink Au...

2 months ago

6 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

Collin Smith on Reputable Freelancers

How do authors find reputable freelancers? We've all heard the horror stories (or experienced them ourselves) about being ripped off or ghosted, the work not being acceptable, or that the "freelancer" fabricated their qualifications. Fortunately, it IS possible to find (and verify) reputable freelancers. Collin Smith, a freelance graphic designer for indies, joins me to talk about just that, and shares red flags to watch out for in our searches. Links Mentioned in This Episode: Email: co...

3 months ago

17 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

Lessons from the Realm Makers Conference

These are the top 4 lessons I learned going to the Realm Makers Conference in July 2025. Realm Makers is a conference and community for Christian Speculative Fiction writers which has been going for more than ten years. Learn more about Realm Makers at https://www.realmmakers.com/ Send us a text What to do next… Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate Link Take the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE (Full Playlist Coming in October) Work with members o...

3 months ago

4 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

Why You Should Start an Author Newsletter Now

What's the deal with author newsletters? Do you really need one before you release your book? The answer is ABSOLUTELY YES. Author newsletters are data-backed as the number 1 way to reach your audience. Listen in for 3 major reasons to start your author newsletter today, even if you only email once a month. Send us a text What to do next… Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate Link Take the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE (Full Playlist ...

3 months ago

3 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

Self Publishing Options: Direct vs. Indirect Sales

What are the self-publishing options available to indie authors? This is the third and last of three episodes unpacking the variety of ways authors can set themselves up for success with indie publishing. This episode dives into the differences between direct and indirect sales. Your author business will ultimately consist of a system that integrates most if not all the platforms and formats. Start simple and work your way up! Send us a text What to do next… Sell your eBooks direct with...

3 months ago

7 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

Self Publishing Options: eBook & Digital

What are the self-publishing options available to indie authors? This is the second of three episodes unpacking the variety of ways authors can set themselves up for success with indie publishing. This episode dives into the eBook and digital delivery platforms of Amazon, IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, Lulu, Curios, and BookFunnel. Send us a text What to do next… Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate Link Take the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE (Full...

4 months ago

8 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

Self Publishing Options: Print on Demand

What are the self-publishing options available to indie authors? This is the first of three episodes unpacking the variety of ways authors can set themselves up for success with indie publishing. This episode dives into the Print on Demand platforms of Amazon, IngramSpark, BookVault, and Lulu and what each platform is best at doing. Send us a text What to do next… Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate Link Take the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE (...

4 months ago

9 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

Curios Cofounder Greg Keogh on Direct eBook Sales

www.curios.com/Joincolleenmitchellwrites How do you control direct eBook sales as an indie author? The big platforms take a dramatic cut of your profits, don't provide reader contact information, and can kick authors off if they think you're violating the rules... even if you aren't. So what's an indie to do? Selling direct doesn't have to involve building your own website or ecommerce store. It can be as simple as joining Curios, the platform made for authors to sell direct, keep 100...

4 months ago

51 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

Dialogue Tags vs. Action Tags

SAID IS DEAD. Or is it? Do you even need to use dialogue tags? Action tags are the kings of showing over telling in dialogue, and when used correctly can deliver a far weightier emotional punch than dialogue tags. Listen in for more of why these two are different, and why there's a clear winner! Read my prequel novella, The Orphan's Gambit, for FREE by clicking here. Send us a text What to do next… Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate Link Take the 60 Da...

4 months ago

3 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

What is Story Structure?

Struggling with a slow pace or a saggy middle? Story structure may be the answer. But what is story structure? In short, it's the skeleton of your book that lays out where major beats take place. But it's not a formula! Listen in to learn more about Story Structure at a high level. Send us a text What to do next… Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate Link Take the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE (Full Playlist Coming in October) Work with m...

4 months ago

3 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

Literary Sins: Not Enough “GMC”

If your story feels weak, you may have a problem with your characters' goals, motivation, and conflict. Digging deeper into "GMC" will help strengthen the plot because GMC is what drives a story forward. Learn more about GMC in The Trope Thesaurus, by Jennifer Hilt. Send us a text What to do next… Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate Link Take the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE (Full Playlist Coming in October) Work with members of the Tally Ink ...

5 months ago

5 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

JD Barker on Standing Out as an Author

Suspense thriller author JD Barker shares why it's important to think differently as an author, and how to build a stand-out author brand in today's publishing landscape. Connect with JD at jdbarker.com Send us a text What to do next… Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate Link Take the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE (Full Playlist Coming in October) Work with members of the Tally Ink Author Services Team Read Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series...

5 months ago

21 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

Exciting News from Tally Ink!

We've got an announcement! This coming October, the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge is becoming FREE again! Listen in for the full details on this change, and what to expect from us going forward. Send us a text What to do next… Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate Link Take the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE (Full Playlist Coming in October) Work with members of the Tally Ink Author Services Team Read Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The...

5 months ago

5 minutes

The Novel Writing Podcast

Publishing Myth #3: You Don’t Need to Market

If you build it (write it) they will come, right? Not so fast. Publishing is just like any other industry.... If you want to be make money, you have to market your book. There's a pervasive myth among new authors that they can write a book, slap it on Amazon, and start making the big bucks overnight. But that's never the case, unless you have a strong, healthy platform and an audience ravenous for your books... neither of which happen without marketing. Send us a text What to ...

5 months ago

3 minutes