Write It Up

P.E. Craven
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Write It Up is a Podcast that explores the ins, outs, and in betweens of Self-Publishing. Join host P.E. Craven to discover what makes self-publishing a great option for authors, and whether it would be a good fit for you!

  1. S2, E9: Write What You Love, Love What You Mean

    FEB 11

    S2, E9: Write What You Love, Love What You Mean

    Write What You Love, Love What You Mean: Your Indie Identity Throughout this Mini-Series we've talked about how to use Themes as a marketing tool. But how can you know which themes to use? Writing what you love to write (and WANT to write) is a great place to start! In this episode, I explore how writing the books you want to write can help you build an engaging Indie-Author Identity. If you enjoy this episode, please leave a review and share it with a friend so we can have more writers learn thrive in self-publishing.

    17 min
  2. S2, E8: Maximizing Social Media Marketing with Lauren M. Leasure

    12/10/2025

    S2, E8: Maximizing Social Media Marketing with Lauren M. Leasure

    S2, E8: Maximizing Social Media Marketing with Lauren M. Leasure Join P.E. Craven and Special Guest, Lauren M. Leasure, for an inspiring discussion on how to use Social Media effectively to market. With a background in marketing and a past with going viral on TikTok, Lauren has great insights on what works in social media, and where you can better focus your efforts. To find out more about Lauren, visit the links below: https://www.laurenmleasure.com/ Don't forget to leave a rating and review! That helps our content reach more authors like you!

    1h 13m
  3. S2, E7: Getting into Character with Cosplayer Thea Green

    10/29/2025

    S2, E7: Getting into Character with Cosplayer Thea Green

    Join me and cosplayer extraordinaire, Thea Green. We talk all things cosplaying, book conventions, book tours, and how YOU, Indie-Authors can use cosplaying effectively in your marketing. Thea is an incredibly gifted cosplayer who's worked with so many indie-authors bringing their characters to life. I loved this chance to chat with her about how she helps authors pick out the best parts of their books for potential readers to get hooked. You can find Thea Green here: https://www.instagram.com/theaviciouscosplay/?hl=en https://bio.site/theaviciouscosplay?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacrggSqrNYu0ll7LkJfF59woarR6WNofTOcATWj_sd1WaLV_ME80i2MWurMfw_aem_KN7z1MHALxGdVT-cc1ljig

    1h 21m
  4. S2, BONUS: Book Conventions, What do you need to know?

    09/26/2025 · BONUS

    S2, BONUS: Book Conventions, What do you need to know?

    BONUS EPISODE! I'm still coming off the high of Villains & Vixens. It was such a great experience. I'm excited to give all my listeners a sneak peek at some of the things I've learned after a year of book signings and conventions. I wouldn't say I'm a pro at this point, but I do think I've learned a thing or two. Join me for a fun episode of how I managed to make book signings worthwhile. If you liked this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review! It's so helpful for getting this show out there for more listeners like you! Also- you can get my newest book here! https://a.co/d/236VQqG

    40 min
  5. S2, E6: Hacking the Process with DeAnna Hill

    09/24/2025

    S2, E6: Hacking the Process with DeAnna Hill

    Join me and indie-author DeAnna Hill on some tips, tricks, and power moves you can make to help you streamline your work as a self-publisher. DeAnna is a talented indie-author with an impressive social media background. This episode is packed with how she manages her work-life balance while still publishing her books. Included in this show: Join me on September 25th for a Creative Writing Circle with Hannah Sol Marie of Bad B*tches. Use promo code CIRCLE for 50% off! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/into-the-shadows-a-creative-writing-workshop-conversation-circle-tickets-1633374098899?aff=oddtdtcreator Find DeAnna Hill Here! https://wildhillreads.carrd.co/ Don't forget to find her latest release: https://a.co/d/beS7JzD

    1h 13m
  6. S2, E5: Themes as a Marketing Superpower (and Where Tropes Fit In)

    09/10/2025

    S2, E5: Themes as a Marketing Superpower (and Where Tropes Fit In)

    MiniSeries: Knowing Your Themes: A Self-Publishing Power Move. Themes as a Marketing Superpower (and Where Tropes Fit In) Today's show is all about how to make your themes drive the marketing bus. We talk about how knowing your themes can help you pick the right keywords to build your blurb, film reels, and build your author brand. Hey! If you enjoyed today's show, don't forget to leave a rating and review! That's the easiest way to get these episodes out to even more listeners.

    31 min
  7. S2, E4: Hooking Your Readers, and Keeping Them Hooked with Kimberley Troutte

    08/27/2025

    S2, E4: Hooking Your Readers, and Keeping Them Hooked with Kimberley Troutte

    Join me and Best Selling author Kimberley Troutte for a STUNNING episode exploring ways to keep your readers engaged throughout your novel. This episode has so much gold in it! I felt like I learned so much from Kim, and loved this chat. If you are needing some inspiration, or tips for writing an engaging series, give Kim a listen. Be sure to visit her website to find out more about her next novel in the Infiltrix Series! https://kimberleytroutte.com/

    1h 12m
  8. S2, E3: Why Theme Matters

    08/13/2025

    S2, E3: Why Theme Matters

    Season 2, Episode 3: MiniSeries- Knowing Your Themes: A Self-Publishing Power Move Why Themes Matter Why are themes important? What even is a theme? If you answered "Love," you'd be wrong my friend. Today's episode breaks down what a theme actually is, and how to use them in your self-publishing journey. Also- you can pre-order Oak from my website right now! Pre-orders from my website will come signed AND with surprise swag! https://www.pecravenauthor.com/product-page/oak-book-1-of-the-tree-kings-series-signed-paperback

    22 min
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Write It Up is a Podcast that explores the ins, outs, and in betweens of Self-Publishing. Join host P.E. Craven to discover what makes self-publishing a great option for authors, and whether it would be a good fit for you!

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  • Creator
    P.E. Craven
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © P.E. Craven 2024
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