The Two Authors’ Podcast

Harvey Books, LLC

What does it take to make it in the intensely competitive author world? Best selling mystery and thriller authors Douglas Pratt and Nicholas Harvey host fellow writers for lively, entertaining, and informative conversation about forging a successful author career. Expect healthy banter surrounding themes and topics they occasionally stick to, often derailed by curious tumbles down amusing rabbit holes. Subscribe on your favourite platform for new shows now releasing every week.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Outliers Writing University with DP Lyle & Kathleen Antrim

    In this episode, bestselling authors Kathleen Antrim and DP Lyle, the co-creators of Outliers Writing University, delve into the unique class offerings, emphasizing the significance of being an 'outlier' in the writing world, and how instructors like Jeffrey Deaver, James Rollins, and Hank Phillippi Ryan bring a wealth of real-world author experience to the program. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.outlierswritinguniversity.com/ www.dplylemd.com www.kathleenantrim.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: TwoAuthorsChatShow@gmail.com Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

    44 min

  2. 14 APR

    Characters Over Subject with David Bruns

    Join the lads for a chat with contemporary national security thriller author David Bruns about his journey from military service in submarines to writing bestselling thrillers. They delve into essential craft lessons, effective co-writing strategies, and industry insights, including the impact of AI, marketing, and community building for authors. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.bruns-olson.com https://severnriverbooks.com/collections/david-bruns https://www.amazon.com/stores/David-Bruns/author/B00E4UG1DC Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: TwoAuthorsChatShow@gmail.com Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

    50 min

  3. 7 APR

    Tropes with Jennifer Hilt and Sara Rosette

    Bestselling fiction authors and co-authors of The Trope Thesaurus: Mystery and Thriller, Jennifer Hilt and Sara Rosette, join the show to talk all things tropes. They explore the nuances between tropes and clichés, the importance of integrating tropes such as secrets identities and found family into storytelling, while also addressing how reader expectations influence the evolution of these literary devices. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GGTFV5HG https://www.sararosett.com/ www.jenniferhilt.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: TwoAuthorsChatShow@gmail.com Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

    51 min

  4. 31 MAR

    Delivering Ebooks and Audio with Damon Courtney of Bookfunnel

    In this episode the lads are joined by Damon Courtney of BookFunnel to discuss the platform's evolution over the past decade, including its expansion into audiobooks and supporting direct sales. Discover insights on how BookFunnel empowers indie authors in building mailing lists and seamlessly delivering eBooks and audiobooks, plus a few industry insights from a seasoned expert. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.bookfunnel.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: TwoAuthorsChatShow@gmail.com Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

    46 min

  5. 24 MAR

    Our 100th Episode!

    Past guests and friends of the show join Doug and Nick to express their utter surprise that the show has lasted this long, and to share their wisdom on things they'd do differently if they were starting their author career over, and their big ticket focuses for the year ahead. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: tonyakappes.com franklinhorton.com bookfunnel.com deannaroy.com alexsigmore.com betterfasteracademy.com armandrosamilia.com https://www.youtube.com/@ArmandRosamilia cherylbradshaw.com drewstricklandbooks.com www.jamialbright.com www.dplylemd.com www.rjpbooks.com www.kierstenmodglinauthor.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: TwoAuthorsChatShow@gmail.com Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

    58 min

  6. 17 MAR

    Electric Speeding with Jane Friedman

    The delightful Jane Friedman shares her journey from a college intern to a seasoned freelance publishing expert, highlighting her unique position as a bridge between traditional and indie publishing. She discusses the evolving landscape of the publishing industry, the impact of AI, and the importance for her of providing foundational resources for aspiring writers, while also balancing free and paid content to support her mission and livelihood. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: janefriedman.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jane-Friedman/author/B004KHXQ0U Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: TwoAuthorsChatShow@gmail.com Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

    36 min

  7. 10 MAR

    Complex Plots & Prequels with JD Barker

    In this episode, Nick and Doug chat with returning guest NYT bestselling author JD Barker about his soon to be released prequel trilogy to his incredibly successful Four Monkey Killer (4MK) series. They explore the complexities of adding to a well known series with an intricate plot and timeline, and the trickiness of maintaining continuity. They also touch on adapting books for the screen, and much more. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: jdbarker.com https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/J._D._Barker https://www.amazon.com/stores/J.D.-Barker/author/B005FCUYU4 https://www.facebook.com/therealjdbarker Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: TwoAuthorsChatShow@gmail.com Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

    45 min

  8. 3 MAR

    Mining Amazon Ads Gold with Janet Margot

    The marvellous Janet Margo joins the lads to share her extensive experience from Amazon, Scribd, and running her own Amazon Ads company, Book Geeks Media, to offer valuable advice on Amazon ads for authors at different stages of their careers. Whatever stage you're at with your ads, this episode has some great content for you. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: bookgeeksmedia.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B097Z8N581 Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: TwoAuthorsChatShow@gmail.com Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

    57 min
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What does it take to make it in the intensely competitive author world? Best selling mystery and thriller authors Douglas Pratt and Nicholas Harvey host fellow writers for lively, entertaining, and informative conversation about forging a successful author career. Expect healthy banter surrounding themes and topics they occasionally stick to, often derailed by curious tumbles down amusing rabbit holes. Subscribe on your favourite platform for new shows now releasing every week.

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  • Creator
    Harvey Books, LLC
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    102
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023, 2024 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Two Authors’ Podcast

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