The Publishing Performance Show

Teddy Smith
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The Publishing Performance Show

Welcome to The Publishing Performance Show, the quintessential podcast for both budding and veteran self-published authors! Join your host, Teddy, as he sits down with with successful indie authors and top experts in the publishing world, who generously share their unique journeys, creative inspirations, and future aspirations in their writing careers and the wider industry. Immerse yourself in a trove of valuable insights and actionable advice on writing, essential tools, and practical tips to elevate your self-publishing prowess. Whether you’re just beginning your literary voyage or seeking to refine your craft, this show brims with wisdom and inspiration to help you thrive in the self-publishing realm. Each episode promises listeners at least one actionable tip for their self-published books and a must-read recommendation from our esteemed guests. Tune in for an inspiring, informative, and thoroughly enjoyable exploration of the indie author experience!

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Gillian Harvey - From French Farmhouses to 11,000 Book Reviews on Amazon

    Gillian Harvey is a successful author of women's fiction with nine published books, including the bestselling "The Year in the French Farmhouse" and "The Bordeaux Book Club." Living in France for many years before recently returning to the UK, she brings authentic French culture and experiences to her novels. Her latest book "The Little Provence Bookshop" combines elements of mystery, humor, and magical realism in a French setting.In this episode:Journey from teaching to full-time writingExpe...

    33 min

  2. 3 DAYS AGO

    Roni Robbins - Transforming Family History into Award-Winning Fiction

    Roni Robbins, an award-winning journalist and author, shares her journey of transforming her grandfather's recorded memories into the award-winning book "Hands of Gold." With a background in journalism spanning publications like the Atlanta Journal Constitution and WebMD, she brings professional storytelling expertise to her family's Holocaust survival story.In this episode:Journey from journalism to authorshipConverting oral history to narrativeResearch and verification processTraditional pu...

    31 min

  3. DEC 12

    Eirinaios Theodorou of Publisher Champ - Making Sense of KDP Analytics, Book Sales Tracking and ROI

    Eirinaios Theodorou is the founder and CEO of Publisher Champ, the leading all-in-one analytics platform used by over 16,000 authors. What started as a solution for his brother-in-law's book tracking needs has grown into a comprehensive platform that automatically pulls together royalties and spending data from multiple platforms including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Draft2Digital, providing authors with detailed analytics for their publishing business.In this episode:Origins of Publisher...

    38 min

  4. DEC 10

    Dawn Greenfield Ireland - The Power of Critique Groups in Author Development

    Dawn Greenfield Ireland is an award-winning author of 20 novels, including five series spanning cozy mystery, sci-fi/fantasy, billionaire shapeshifters, and dystopian genres. With certificates from UCLA's Professional Program in Screenwriting and ScreenwritingU, she has written 15 screenplays (two optioned) and seven award-winning nonfiction books. A former technical writer turned full-time author and publisher, Dawn now runs Artistic Origins publishing services while continuing to write acro...

    31 min

  5. DEC 5

    Nick Courtright - How a Hybrid Publishing Partnership Works with Atmosphere Press CEO

    Nick Courtright, CEO and founder of Atmosphere Press, brings his background as a PhD in literature and published author to hybrid publishing. Through Atmosphere Press, he has developed a transparent, author-focused approach that combines the best elements of traditional and self-publishing.In this episode:Evolution of hybrid publishing modelsManuscript selection processEditorial and design servicesMarketing and publicity supportAuthor collaboration approachBuilding successful publishing partn...

    37 min

  6. DEC 3

    Halima Khatun - DIY Book PR: The Secret to Getting Your Books Featured in National Media

    Halima Khatun, a former journalist with prestigious experience at ITV and BBC, has successfully transitioned from media to becoming an accomplished author and PR consultant. With her background in media and communications, she's mastered both storytelling and book marketing, particularly through strategic PR and media outreach. In this episode:Journey from journalism to authorPR strategies for self-published authorsMedia outreach techniquesBuilding relationships with librariesSelf-...

    45 min

  7. NOV 29

    Shelby Leigh - The Power of TikTok: Turning Views Into Book Sales

    Shelby Leigh is a mental health poetry author who has built a significant social media presence, with over 103,000 Instagram followers and viral TikTok success. Her journey from self-publishing to traditional publishing demonstrates the power of social media marketing for book sales.In this episode:Mental health poetry publishing successTikTok marketing strategiesContent creation best practicesSocial media platform buildingConverting views to salesBook marketing analyticsResources mentioned:M...

    32 min

  8. NOV 29

    Jami Albright - The Business of Writing Romantic Comedy

    Jami Albright is a born and raised Texas girl and the multiple award-winning author of the "Brides on the Run" and "Small-Town Royalty" series—both known for being sexy, swoony, and laugh-out-loud funny. Beginning her writing journey at 47, Jami brings her background in stand-up comedy and natural storyteller's voice to her romance novels. When she's not writing, she's a wife, mother, and actress/comedian who loves all things Outlander, puppies, and can be found watching her beloved Houston T...

    58 min
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Welcome to The Publishing Performance Show, the quintessential podcast for both budding and veteran self-published authors! Join your host, Teddy, as he sits down with with successful indie authors and top experts in the publishing world, who generously share their unique journeys, creative inspirations, and future aspirations in their writing careers and the wider industry. Immerse yourself in a trove of valuable insights and actionable advice on writing, essential tools, and practical tips to elevate your self-publishing prowess. Whether you’re just beginning your literary voyage or seeking to refine your craft, this show brims with wisdom and inspiration to help you thrive in the self-publishing realm. Each episode promises listeners at least one actionable tip for their self-published books and a must-read recommendation from our esteemed guests. Tune in for an inspiring, informative, and thoroughly enjoyable exploration of the indie author experience!

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