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. 5d ago

    Conferencing with Doug and Nick

    Going guestless for the first time, Doug and Nick tackle the subject of conferences and how to get the most out of them. From small, local gatherings to large international events, conferences can be overwhelming, so being prepared and attending with a strategy can maximize your investment. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://indieauthormagazine.com/get-your-calendar-ready-stand-out-indie-author-conferences-scheduled-for-2026/ www.authornation.live Link to our partners: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors www.authornation.live wishidknownforwriters.com 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

    49 min

  2. May 19

    Automations with Chelle Honiker

    Discover how Chelle Honiker transitioned from traditional publishing to indie success, started Indie Author Magazine with a group of writer friends, and now leads Indie Author Training among a host of other projects. Be prepared to be amazed as she discusses a host of practical automation strategies to streamline your author business and boost productivity. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://indieauthormagazine.com/ Personal site & coaching: chellehoniker.com AI for Business Summit (April 21–22, virtual with replays): aisummit.indieauthortraining.com Author Automations newsletter (free): authorautomations.com Zapier: zapier.com Make: make.com n8n: n8n.io Brevo (formerly Sendinblue): brevo.com Fluent CRM: fluentcrm.com Claude Cowork (Anthropic): claude.ai wishidknownforwriters.com https://www.amazon.com/Summer-That-Changed-Us-ebook/dp/B0GZ5RFRLG Link to our partners: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors www.authornation.live wishidknownforwriters.com 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

  3. May 12

    The Enneagram System with Claire Taylor

    Author and coach Claire Taylor of Liberated Writer joins the lads to discuss how the Enneagram system of typology can help you understand your core motivations and transform your writing and personal growth. Nick is this week's guinea pig as Claire dissects his Enneagram results while Doug assists her from the sidelines, until she pulls up his results! They also discuss community and the importance of finding like minded people in this crazy business.   Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast   Links from the Show: https://www.liberatedwriter.com https://www.hclairetaylor.com/author https://www.whatifforauthors.com https://www.ffs.media/fiction   Link to our partners: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors https://www.authornation.live https://wishidknownforwriters.com   Discover us here: Website: http://www.douglas-pratt.com Website: https://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

    1h 5m

  4. May 5

    The Psychology of a Psychological Thriller with Robyn Harding

    In this episode, international bestselling author Robyn Harding shares her journey from writing light-hearted chick-lit to diving into darker, more complex psychological thrillers. Discover how her background in screenwriting enhances her plotting skills and how she crafts suspense that keeps readers guessing until the last page. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.robynharding.com/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Robyn-Harding/author/B001H6EO12 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

    48 min

  5. Apr 28

    The Wheel of Life with Adrienne Giordano

    USA Today bestselling author and author coach Adrienne Giordano joins the show to discuss using the Wheel of Life and practical strategies for managing your writing life, balancing work and personal time, and overcoming common mindset traps. Adrienne shares insights from her journey as an author and certified coach, offering actionable tips for authors at any stage. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: adriennegiordano.com https://adriennegiordano.com/coaching-corner https://www.facebook.com/AdrienneGiordanoAuthor/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Adrienne-Giordano/author/B00515T88E 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

    49 min

  6. Apr 21

    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

  7. Apr 14

    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

  8. Apr 7

    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
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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
    107
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023, 2024 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Two Authors’ Podcast

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