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 57: A Story About Pizza: Erica D'Arcangelo on Blending Tradition, Culture, and Storytelling
The Pen to Profit Podcast: Fiction Writing Tips
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1 year ago
Ep 57: A Story About Pizza: Erica D'Arcangelo on Blending Tradition, Culture, and Storytelling
🍕 Episode Title: A Story About Pizza: Erica D'Arcangelo on Blending Tradition, Culture, and Storytelling
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In this mouthwatering episode of the Pen to Profit Podcast, host we chat with Erica D'Arcangelo, an entrepreneur and author of "A Story About Pizza." This episode slices deep into the rich layers of ItalianAmerican culture, family traditions, and, of course, pizza. Erica shares the compelling story of her grandfather, Pietro D'Arcangelo, who emigrated from Italy and founded a family-run pizzeria that became a community cornerstone.
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 📚 Why You Should Tune In:
 Discover the roots of ItalianAmerican cuisine and how it shaped the concept of the American Dream.
 Learn how traditional recipes can tell the story of a family’s journey and perseverance.
 Get inspired by Erica's integration of family heritage into her entrepreneurial ventures.
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 🤔 What You'll Learn:
The History Behind the Pie: Explore the beginnings of D'Arc’'s Pizzeria and its significance in the family's legacy.
Cultural Culinary Contributions: Understand how Italian cuisine unique and why Erica included authentic recipes in her book so reader’s could create a taste of history in their own kitchens
Marketing Mastery: Gain insights from Erica’s expertise in digital marketing and how she successfully promoted her book and family business.
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 🎉 Key Takeaways:
The importance of preserving cultural heritage through cuisine.
Effective strategies for marketing a niche book.
The role of family and tradition in building a successful business.
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Don’t forget to subscribe to the Pen to Profit Podcast on your favorite platform to catch more enlightening stories like Erica’s. Leave us a five-star rating if you loved the episode, and let us know your favorite pizza topping in your review!
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A Story About Pizza and Erica’s upcoming series on pizzerias can be found here: https://www.astoryaboutpizza.com/
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D’Arc Pizza’s TikTok channel: https://www.tiktok.com/@darcspizza
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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
