Wish I'd Known Then Podcast For Writers

Sara Rosett and Jami Albright
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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.

  1. 1d ago

    Summer Catch-up and Slow Release Strategies for Writers

    325 / Can a slow writer find success in the current market? We dive into that listener question today and also share a summer catch-up after our June break.  Hear about Jami’s book launch and what she wishes she’d known about launching wide and in a new genre. We also answer listener questions about slow release strategies, writing without burnout, and content ideas to share in your newsletters.   ✨ This week’s sponsor is Bookfunnel: https://bookfunnel.com 💙 Become a supporter of the podcast https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support or https://wishidknownthenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe Access to backlist of exclusive supporter episodesShoutout on a future episode📥 Send us a Text Message  ⚡Links: Bookfunnel: https://bookfunnel.comHow to Write a Series by Sara Rosett📥 Send us a Text Message Support the show 🚀 Jami’s Consulting and Workshops: https://www.jamialbright.com/authorworkshops ❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5 🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/ 📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/ The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

    42 min

  2. Jul 1

    Rebuilding Your Writing Business After a Break: Jami on the Creative Penn Podcast

    324 / This week we’re sharing Jami’s discussion with Joanna on The Creative Penn Podcast about rebuilding your writing business after a break. ✨ This week’s sponsor is Bookfunnel: https://bookfunnel.com Waiting to publish and business planningImpact of personal loss and griefWriting through and about griefDecision to fictionalize real experiencesBalancing therapy and storytelling in writingConcerns over reader and family reactionsRebooting an indie author businessFuture writing plans and creative change💙 Become a supporter of the podcast https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support or https://wishidknownthenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe Access to backlist of exclusive supporter episodesShoutout on a future episode📥 Send us a Text Message  ⚡Links: Bookfunnel: https://bookfunnel.comThe Creative Penn Podcast: https://www.thecreativepenn.com/the-creative-penn-podcast-for-authors/Jami on Bradley Charbonneau’s Repossible podcast: https://pod.link/1358802479/episode/aHR0cHM6Ly9wZXJtYWxpbmsuY2FzdG9zLmNvbS9wb2RjYXN0LzI3MS9lcGlzb2RlLzI0OTM4NjgJami on Zen and the Art of Self-Publishing: https://pod.link/1896901898/episode/OThlMjBlNzAtY2I1Zi00OTQ3LWE3MWItMWU1Y2M4YWUwNjdiJami on Seriously Sandra:https://www.youtube.com/@Sandrasvision 📥 Send us a Text Message Support the show 🚀 Jami’s Consulting and Workshops: https://www.jamialbright.com/authorworkshops ❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5 🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/ 📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/ The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

    49 min

  3. Jun 24

    Giving Yourself Permission: Sara on the From Expertise to Authority Podcast

    323 / Jami and I are on a summer break, so we’re sharing guest episodes we did on other podcasts. This week, it’s my discussion with Matty on the From Expertise to Authority podcast.  💙 Become a supporter of the podcast https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support or https://wishidknownthenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe Access to backlist of exclusive supporter episodesShoutout on a future episode📥 Send us a Text Message  ⚡Links: From Expertise to Authority Podcast: https://mattydalrymple.substack.com/📥 Send us a Text Message Support the show 🚀 Jami’s Consulting and Workshops: https://www.jamialbright.com/authorworkshops ❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5 🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/ 📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/ The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

    27 min

  4. Jun 17

    How to Write and Brand a Series with Jami and Sara (Fantasy Writers Toolshed Re-air)

    322 / Jami and Sara are on a summer break, so we’re sharing guest episodes we did on other podcasts. This week, it’s our discussion with Richie on the Fantasy Writers Toolshed podcast. 💙 Become a supporter of the podcast https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support or https://wishidknownthenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe Access to backlist of exclusive supporter episodesShoutout on a future episode📥 Send us a Text Message  ⚡Links: Fantasy Writers Toolshed podcast: https://pod.link/1485743319📥 Send us a Text Message Support the show 🚀 Jami’s Consulting and Workshops: https://www.jamialbright.com/authorworkshops ❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5 🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/ 📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/ The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

    43 min

  5. Jun 10

    Jami on the Two Authors Podcast

    321 / Sara and I are on a summer break, so we’re sharing guest episodes we did on other podcasts. This week, it’s my discussion with Doug and Nick on the Two Authors’ Podcast 💙 Become a supporter of the podcast https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support or https://wishidknownthenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe Access to backlist of exclusive supporter episodesShoutout on a future episode📥 Send us a Text Message  ⚡Links: Two Authors’ Podcast: https://pod.link/1671876768📥 Send us a Text Message Support the show 🚀 Jami’s Consulting and Workshops: https://www.jamialbright.com/authorworkshops ❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5 🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/ 📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/ The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

    34 min

  6. Jun 3

    Low-Key Marketing: Sara on the Creative Penn Podcast

    320 / Jami and I are on a summer break, so we’re sharing guest episodes we did on other podcasts. This week, it’s my discussion with Joanna on The Creative Penn Podcast about low-key marketing.  💙 Become a supporter of the podcast https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support or https://wishidknownthenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe Access to backlist of exclusive supporter episodesShoutout on a future episode📥 Send us a Text Message  ⚡Links: The Creative Penn Podcast: https://www.thecreativepenn.com/the-creative-penn-podcast-for-authors/📥 Send us a Text Message Support the show 🚀 Jami’s Consulting and Workshops: https://www.jamialbright.com/authorworkshops ❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5 🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/ 📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/ The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

    41 min

  7. May 27

    Boost Your Book Sales: Expert Advice on Marketing, Focus, and Long-Term Success with Ferol Vernon

    319 / What marketing strategies are working for authors right now? Ferol from Written Word Media shares the lessons he’s learned helping authors succeed, the mistakes to avoid, and actionable advice for building your own writing business. Transitioning from the music industry to serving indie authorsWhat sets successful long-term indie authors apartCommon marketing mistakes authors makeTrends in AI, audio, and global book promotionThe power of connection: conferences, community, and authenticity 💙 Become a supporter of the podcast https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support or https://wishidknownthenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe Access to backlist of exclusive supporter episodesShoutout on a future episode 📥 Send us a Text Message  ⚡Links: https://www.writtenwordmedia.comhttps://www.writtenwordmedia.com/podcast/Written Word Media A10 Algorithm Podcast: https://www.writtenwordmedia.com/the-amazon-a10-update-3-things-every-indie-author-needs-to-know/May Pod-Pal Shout-Out: Two Authors’ Podcast InkersCon: Use code JAMI26 at https://inkerscon.com/2026-digital-conference (Affiliate code)📥 Send us a Text Message Support the show 🚀 Jami’s Consulting and Workshops: https://www.jamialbright.com/authorworkshops ❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5 🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/ 📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/ The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

    48 min

  8. May 20

    How to Pitch Your Book to Hollywood with Lindsey Hughes

    318 / How do you craft a pitch that gets Hollywood's attention and translates your book to the screen—or just want to network and pitch yourself more effectively as an author? Story coach Lindsay Hughes shares insider strategies from the entertainment industry and lessons from Hollywood. Lindsey’s "cocktail pitch" formula that grabs attentionHow to talk about your story in a way that intrigues (good for pitching or writing blurbs)Why authors should balance craft development with marketingUnderstanding how Hollywood evaluates books and storiesThe real-world impact (and limits) of social media on book salesTrends in AI, indie publishing, and what’s next for authors and adaptations💙 Become a supporter of the podcast  *Don’t miss our recent supporter episodes: What Asian Dramas Teach Writers About Conflict And Emotion More Truth about Book Marketing: 5 More Publishing MythsBecome a supporter to get all 20+ supporter episodes:  https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support or https://wishidknownthenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe 📥 Send us a Text Message  ⚡Links: https://thepitchmaster.comSell Your Book to Hollywood: How to Pitch Your Book, Find the Right Producer, and Navigate the Deal will be coming out this summer! Listeners can sign up to be notified when it is published at bookintohollywood.comTwo Authors’ Podcast: https://pod.link/1671876768Belinda Kroll’s Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/worderella/an-uncanny-bargain?ref=7gqgmqEp 294: Bart Baker on Pitching Your Book to Hollywood https://www.buzzsprout.com/2121723/episodes/18196372Podcast Repurposing Ideas That Aren’t Blogs Or Social Posts https://buzzcast.buzzsprout.com/231452/episodes/19143524-podcast-repurposing-ideas-that-aren-t-blogs-or-social-posts 📥 Send us a Text Message Support the show 🚀 Jami’s Consulting and Workshops: https://www.jamialbright.com/authorworkshops ❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5 🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/ 📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/ The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

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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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