Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers

Sara Rosett and Jami Albright
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Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers

Welcome to the Wish I'd Known Then podcast. Join authors Jami Albright and Sara Rosett as they interview authors about lessons they've learned about writing and publishing.

  1. 16 HR AGO

    Ines Johnson on Backlist Sales and Effective Product Pages For Direct Sales

    Episode 245 / Ines Johnson joins us and shares strategies for book marketing in the age of direct sales. We discuss:Testing and tweaking to increase backlist salesImportance of thinking of your customer in marketing to create a personal connection Effective ad strategies using purchase ads Special editions and direct sales, including incorporating elements like foiling and character art in special edition books to attract high-value readersLeveraging direct sales platforms and tools...

    50 min

  2. 6 NOV

    Holiday Promotions Made Easy (Re-air)

    Episode 244 / Is it too late to plan holiday promotions? Nope. You still have plenty of time–and holiday promotions don’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. We delve into what tactics we’ve used and found effective for marketing to cold, warm, and hot audiences. -What we wish we’d known about marketing during the holidays -Group promos ideas -> warm/cold audience-Solo promo ideas -> hot audienceBookish Wish List – your favorite books/bookish thingshttps://www.sarar...

    27 min

  3. 30 OCT

    Turning Military and Tech Backgrounds into Gripping Crime Fiction with Nick Stevens

    Episode 243 / We are thrilled (pun intended!) to chat with contemporary crime and conspiracy thriller author Nick Stevens. We talk about anti-heroes, setups and payoffs, Tremors, and why sometimes you just have to publish the book. 10:58 Why emotional connection is better than perfect structure in storytelling14:00 Using multiple formats to diversify17:18 Marketing mistake: starting too early23:00 Getting ratings and reviews29:26 Finding community for writers of mystery/thrillers34:...

    49 min

  4. 23 OCT

    Writing Conference Recap and Our Writing Process Q&A

    Episode 242 / We're diving deep into listener questions about everything from drafting and editing techniques, tackling imposter syndrome, and decoding our strengths. 🥤☕️ So grab your favorite beverage—be it Diet Coke or a cup of comforting coffee–and join us for a Wednesday chat about writing. 💙 Become a supporter of the podcast https://wishidknownforwriters.com/supportAccess to backlist of exclusive supporter episodesPrivate slack groupShoutout on a future episode. 📥 Send us ...

    40 min

  5. 16 OCT

    Matty Dalrymple & Michael LaRonn on Platform Building for Your Personality

    Episode 241 / Whether you're an introvert or extrovert you can develop a platform to grow your author brand. Learn how with authors of From Page to Platform: How to Succeed as an Author Speaker, suspense and thriller author Matty Dalrymple and science fiction & fantasy author M.L. Ronn (Michael La Ronn). Topics:How to match your platform to your personality Tips for effective public speakingCommon mistakes authors make when it comes to platform as well as public speakingW...

    1h 2m

  6. 9 OCT

    Capitalizing on Trends While Staying True to Genre Expectations with Lynn Morrison and Anne Radcliffe

    Episode 240 / In 2024, Lynn Morrison and Anne Radcliffe paired their love of regency romances like Bridgerton with their bad habit of killing people in their books to create a new series that they rapid-released, the Crown Jewels Regency Mystery Series. Topics:Why brutal honesty is critical for collaborationHow to spot trendsTips on how to incorporate trends into a genre and still meet reader expectations around tropesHow Lynn and Anne leveraged interest around Bridgerton to market the n...

    47 min

  7. 2 OCT

    Making Your Book Launch Last Beyond the Launch with Melanie Herschorn

    Episode 239 / Want to make a big impact with your book? Publicist, award-winning journalist, entrepreneur, and author of Make a Big Impact with Your Book, Melanie Herschorn, has tips to help you stand out. Topics:Beyond the Launch: keep promoting—your book is new to someone who hasn’t read it yetMisconceptions around marketing: engage beyond bookstoresBuilding a community and relationships Don't fear oversharingAlternative and creative marketing strategies: speaking and podcas...

    37 min

  8. 25 SEPT

    Jami and Sara on Reader Magnets

    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 earningsBuilding a ListPreview Promos Reader magnetsDifference between pre- and post-novel reader magnetsCreative reader magnets💙 Become a supporter of the podcast https://wishidknownforwriters.com/supportAccess to backlist of exclusive supporter episodesPrivate slack group Shoutout on a future episode. 🌟New: w...

    49 min
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Welcome to the Wish I'd Known Then podcast. Join authors Jami Albright and Sara Rosett as they interview authors about lessons they've learned about writing and publishing.

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  • Creator
    Sara Rosett and Jami Albright
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    258
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2024 Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
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