The Two Authors’ Podcast

Harvey Books, LLC
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  • FICTION
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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.

  1. 7H AGO

    All the Authorly Things with David Gaughran

    The lads had the opportunity to chat with the always insightful publishing and marketing aficionado David Gaughran. From his super-popular newsletter to his free courses and books, they dig into key areas of indie publishing, making this an episode you won’t want to miss. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: davidgaughran.com https://davidgaughran.com/books-for-authors/ https://courses.davidgaughran.com/courses/starting-from-zero https://www.youtube.com/@DavidGaughran 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

    55 min

  2. FEB 10

    Essential Editing with Allison Brennan

    In this episode, New York Times and USA Today bestselling thriller author, Allison Brennan, shares her journey from being a reader to a celebrated author, discussing her writing process, the importance of editors, the evolution of her career, and her focus on character development in storytelling. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: allisonbrennan.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/Allison-Brennan/author/B001IGV6FI https://www.facebook.com/AllisonBrennan www.outlierswritinguniversity.com https://www.outlierswritinguniversity.com/event-details/class-51-the-villains-journey 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.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

    53 min

  3. FEB 3

    Debunking the Amazon Algos with Joe Solari

    Joe Solari, the man behind Author Nation and specialist in helping authors succeed in their careers, joins the lads for a deep dive into the much talked about Amazon algorithms, highlighting the big topics from Joe's exhaustively researched article on the subject (linked in the show notes). Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.authornation.live joesolari.com https://wiki.authornation.live/The-Hidden-Rules-of-Amazon-A-Smart-Guide-for-Self-Publishing-Authors-217762f8793a806b9109d5858e911e36 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.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

    58 min

  4. JAN 27

    Blending Fact & Fiction with Kate Quinn

    NYT and USAT bestselling historical fiction author Kate Quinn shares her journey from a young writer inspired by her librarian mother to a successful author of historical fiction, highlighting her unique approach to storytelling and the challenges of writing multi-timeline novels. She delves into how she balances fact and fiction in her historical narratives, and discusses the genre shift for her upcoming fantasy adventure, The Astral Library, along with her collaboration with Janie Chang on a novel set during the San Francisco earthquake of 1906. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.katequinnauthor.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kate-Quinn/author/B002VXE8IE https://www.facebook.com/KateQuinnAuthor 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.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

    54 min

  5. JAN 20

    ALLi with Matty and Michael

    Matty Dalrymple and Michael La Ronn from the non-profit Alliance of Independent Authors join the lads to talk about what an ALLi membership provides and the many free services available. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.allianceindependentauthors.org/members/join?affid=19081 https://selfpublishingadvice.org/best-self-publishing-services/ 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.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

    23 min

  6. JAN 13

    Expanding your IP Empire with Willow Winters

    In this engaging episode, Willow Winters shares her journey from a stay-at-home mom to successful romance author, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of self-publishing. She discusses the importance of diversifying income streams, leveraging platforms like Patreon, and the strategic shift from Kindle Unlimited to a wider distribution. Willow emphasizes the value of building a sustainable business model in the ever-evolving publishing landscape. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://willowwinterswrites.com/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Willow-Winters/author/B01G9J9JKW https://sexliesandblankpages.fireside.fm/page/2 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.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

    52 min

  7. JAN 6

    Managing an Author Empire with Mary Stone

    Bestselling thriller author Mary Stone joins the lads and reveals her bold transition from healthcare marketing to thriving author, navigating the shift from romance to thrillers, and building a self-publishing empire. Discover her insights on pen names, co-writing, and the creative process that fuelled her success. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://authormarystone.com/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mary-Stone/author/B07Q2G3KZC https://www.facebook.com/authormarystone 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.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

    53 min

  8. 12/30/2025

    Feed the Senses with Luke Richardson

    Thriller author Luke Richardson joins the lads to talk about his leap from teaching to writing full-time, fueled by his global travels. Discover how his vivid, tactile descriptions bring exotic locations to life in his archaeological thrillers, and his take on crafting compelling female protagonists. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.lukerichardsonauthor.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/Luke-Richardson/author/B07RBBLWYV https://www.facebook.com/lukerichardsonauthor/ https://www.instagram.com/lukerichaa https://www.tiktok.com/@lukerichardsonauthor https://www.youtube.com/@RichaBooks draft2digital.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.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

    55 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
    93
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023, 2024 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Two Authors’ Podcast

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