From drafts to dollars: learn the secrets to writing, editing, publishing, and marketing to turn your fiction writing into a profitable business.
Are you a fiction writer?
Does having to write, edit, do cover design, keep up on market trends, research, get reviews, etc leave you feeling overwhelmed?
Is marketing your book so confusing that you feel like you’re just throwing money into a shredder to make confetti?
Are you a great writer but struggle with grammar, long and winding sentences, clarity, and punctuation?
As an independent author, the success of your book is all in your hands.
I’m Ray Evans. I’m an editor and writing consultant for indie fiction authors.
The Pen to Profit Podcast is going to give you advice on:
Writing: Tips to help improve your book structure, pacing, and narrative to keep readers hooked. Like a personal trainer for your novel, we’ll whip your plot and characters into shape so they can carry the weight of your story.
Editing: Would you go out for a hot date dressed like a hobo? No! You want to put your best foot forward. You’ll learn how to make sure your sentences are crisp and clear, your characters are consistent, and your plot makes sense.
Grammar: Readers should be immersed in your world and falling in love with your characters, not tripping over typos. You’ll get tips to avoid the most common mistakes so readers can fully appreciate and enjoy your work.
Marketing: You put your blood, sweat, and tears into this book: do you want it to sell like hotcakes or be as lonely as a single sock in the dryer? Of course not! You’ll learn tips, secrets, and tactics to get more people buying and talking about your book.
The more people who see your book, the more likely it is to sell and get reviews.
You’ll learn exactly how to give your book a fighting chance to get seen by the world.
Learn: www.rayevansproofreader.com
Connect: ray@getproofreading.com
Instagram:@proofreaderray
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From drafts to dollars: learn the secrets to writing, editing, publishing, and marketing to turn your fiction writing into a profitable business.
Are you a fiction writer?
Does having to write, edit, do cover design, keep up on market trends, research, get reviews, etc leave you feeling overwhelmed?
Is marketing your book so confusing that you feel like you’re just throwing money into a shredder to make confetti?
Are you a great writer but struggle with grammar, long and winding sentences, clarity, and punctuation?
As an independent author, the success of your book is all in your hands.
I’m Ray Evans. I’m an editor and writing consultant for indie fiction authors.
The Pen to Profit Podcast is going to give you advice on:
Writing: Tips to help improve your book structure, pacing, and narrative to keep readers hooked. Like a personal trainer for your novel, we’ll whip your plot and characters into shape so they can carry the weight of your story.
Editing: Would you go out for a hot date dressed like a hobo? No! You want to put your best foot forward. You’ll learn how to make sure your sentences are crisp and clear, your characters are consistent, and your plot makes sense.
Grammar: Readers should be immersed in your world and falling in love with your characters, not tripping over typos. You’ll get tips to avoid the most common mistakes so readers can fully appreciate and enjoy your work.
Marketing: You put your blood, sweat, and tears into this book: do you want it to sell like hotcakes or be as lonely as a single sock in the dryer? Of course not! You’ll learn tips, secrets, and tactics to get more people buying and talking about your book.
The more people who see your book, the more likely it is to sell and get reviews.
You’ll learn exactly how to give your book a fighting chance to get seen by the world.
Learn: www.rayevansproofreader.com
Connect: ray@getproofreading.com
Instagram:@proofreaderray
Ep 41: Indie Publishing Deep Dive: From Start to Finish with Carisa Andrews
The Pen to Profit Podcast: Fiction Writing Tips
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1 year ago
Ep 41: Indie Publishing Deep Dive: From Start to Finish with Carisa Andrews
Episode Summary
In this riveting episode of the Pen to Profit Podcast, we dive deep into the realm of indie publishing with the illustrious Carissa Andrews. A guru in the field, Carissa enlightens us with her vast experience and innovative approaches to self-publishing, from leveraging AI in book design to mastering the art of book promotion. Whether you’re a novice writer or a seasoned author, this episode is your golden ticket to transforming your literary dreams into published realities.
Why You Should Care
- Stay Ahead: The publishing industry is ever-evolving, and staying updated with the latest trends and tools can significantly impact your success.
- Practical Advice: Carissa shares actionable tips and resources that you can implement immediately to enhance your publishing strategy.
- Inspiration: Her journey from teaching local indie publishing courses to becoming a leader in digital publishing courses is nothing short of motivational.
Problems Solved
- Navigating Self-Publishing: Understand the A to Z of self-publishing in today’s digital age.
- Marketing and Promotion: Learn strategies to effectively promote your book and keep it high on sales charts.
- Overcoming Technical Hurdles: Insights into using AI and other technologies for book design and marketing.
Key Takeaways
The Importance of Branding: How to establish a compelling author brand that resonates with your target audience.
Utilizing AI in Publishing: From cover design with AI to using AI for editing and marketing.
Marketing Strategies: Effective use of newsletter swaps, social media, and Amazon algorithms to boost your book’s visibility.
Mindset for Success: How adopting the right mindset can dramatically improve your writing and publishing outcomes.
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Discover More
Learn more about self-publishing from start to finish https://author-revolution-academy.mykajabi.com/offers/ycLMLHzB/checkout
Check out K-lytics: https://k-lytics.com/
The online self-editing tool that Carisa discussed, AutoCrit is here: https://www.autocrit.com
Try out Dream Studio AI to generating images for book covers: https://beta.dreamstudio.ai/
For book formatting: Attiucs https://www.atticus.io/
For book formatting on Mac: Vellum: https://vellum.pub/
Written Word Media for book promotions: https://www.writtenwordmedia.com/
And check out Carisa’s podcast: Author Revolution
- Ray's Monday, Wednesday, Friday Medium Blogs: https://medium.com/@edtingandwritingtips
Need editing or proofreading for your next masterpiece? Request a sample edit: http://www.rayevansproofreader.com/request-a-sample-edit.html
The Pen to Profit Podcast: Fiction Writing Tips
From drafts to dollars: learn the secrets to writing, editing, publishing, and marketing to turn your fiction writing into a profitable business.
Are you a fiction writer?
Does having to write, edit, do cover design, keep up on market trends, research, get reviews, etc leave you feeling overwhelmed?
Is marketing your book so confusing that you feel like you’re just throwing money into a shredder to make confetti?
Are you a great writer but struggle with grammar, long and winding sentences, clarity, and punctuation?
As an independent author, the success of your book is all in your hands.
I’m Ray Evans. I’m an editor and writing consultant for indie fiction authors.
The Pen to Profit Podcast is going to give you advice on:
Writing: Tips to help improve your book structure, pacing, and narrative to keep readers hooked. Like a personal trainer for your novel, we’ll whip your plot and characters into shape so they can carry the weight of your story.
Editing: Would you go out for a hot date dressed like a hobo? No! You want to put your best foot forward. You’ll learn how to make sure your sentences are crisp and clear, your characters are consistent, and your plot makes sense.
Grammar: Readers should be immersed in your world and falling in love with your characters, not tripping over typos. You’ll get tips to avoid the most common mistakes so readers can fully appreciate and enjoy your work.
Marketing: You put your blood, sweat, and tears into this book: do you want it to sell like hotcakes or be as lonely as a single sock in the dryer? Of course not! You’ll learn tips, secrets, and tactics to get more people buying and talking about your book.
The more people who see your book, the more likely it is to sell and get reviews.
You’ll learn exactly how to give your book a fighting chance to get seen by the world.
Learn: www.rayevansproofreader.com
Connect: ray@getproofreading.com
Instagram:@proofreaderray
