Alchemy for Authors

Jo Buer
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Alchemy for Authors Podcast

Welcome to Alchemy for Authors! If you’re an author, aspiring author, writer or wordsmith, you’re in the right place. Join Gothic and Ghost Fiction author Jo Buer as she explores best practices for supercharging writing lives and author careers. With an emphasis on manifestation and mindset, you’ll learn actionable steps to overcome writer’s block and imposter syndrome, get your butt in the chair and your stories written, while setting aside your ‘starving artist’ mentality, and so much more! Listen as Jo shares her own successes and failures, and enjoy interviews from real authors who are on the journey of creating lives they love around their writing. If you’ve ever dreamt of a prolific, wealthy, happy or healthy author career, then this podcast is for you. Subscribe today and start your journey of supercharging and transforming your writing life with Alchemy for Authors.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Behind the Scenes of 'Between: A Gothic Novella'

    Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s solo episode, I share a personal update on what actions I’m taking to align myself with being a healthy author, and I reflect on how I came to write my gothic novella, Between. I also read an excerpt from Between and challenge you to trust that your words have purpose and your stories have a place in the world. Resources mentioned in this episode: ·       Between: A Gothic Novella by Jo Buer. Purchase the eBook direct from me and use the coupon code ALCHEMY to receive 50% off until October 31st 2024. https://payhip.com/b/mckaF ·       Find most retailers for Between: A Gothic Novella at https://books2read.com/BetweenAGothicNovella ·       Your Future Self Meditation Membership by Author Revolution. Receive a 1 week FREE trial when you use this link: https://author-revolution-academy.mykajabi.com/YFS-Broken ·       Join me in Renee Rose’s Write to Riches 8 Week Course here. (Please note that since recording I have become an affiliate and do receive a small commission if you enrol through my link.) ·       Purchase Renee’s book Write to Riches here.  ·       Join The Money Magic Membership and get 1 month FREE when you use this link and the coupon code JO. (Please note: A do receive a small commission if you decide to continue with the membership)            Listen to Alchemy for Authors Episode 55: Write to Riches with Renee Rose here.     If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated. If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Follow me on Facebook: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join the Alchemy for Authors Facebook Group here. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.  If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

    49 min

  2. 8 SEPT

    Your Author Self Warrant of Fitness

    Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! Are you roadworthy as an author? Are you set up to go the distance with your author career? In this week’s solo episode, I reflect on changes I need to make in all areas of my life to set myself up for a sustainable, joyful author career. I share the questions I’ve been asking myself around procrastination, my health, and emotional and mental baggage, and I discuss how some small everyday stressors might be sabotaging your success. If you’re ready to take inventory of where you’re at and where you might be holding yourself back on your author journey, then this is the episode for you. My hope is it inspires you to take action on the small, but important, things you’ve been avoiding, let go of the things you no longer need, and plan for a future of joy and ease.    If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated. If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Follow me on Facebook: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join the Alchemy for Authors Facebook Group here.  Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.  If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

    38 min

  3. 25 AUG

    The Magic of the Writer's Notebook

    Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s solo episode, I discuss how I use Writer’s Notebooks to collect inspiration and pay attention to the stories all around us. In the intro I share a brief personal update about my writing plans for the next sixteen months. Resources mentioned in this episode: ·       Leuchtturm 1917 Notebooks: https://www.leuchtturm1917.us/ ·       Clever Fox Planners: https://cleverfoxplanner.com/ ·       Steff Green’s Website (includes links to the Writing Your Skeleton Draft course): https://www.rageagainstthemanuscript.com/home If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated. If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Follow me on Facebook: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join the Alchemy for Authors Facebook Group here.  Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.  If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

    28 min

  4. 11 AUG

    Marketing with Testimonials & Romanticising Your Writing Life with Lyda McLallen

    Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I interview marketing and PR specialist, and the owner of Talk Plus Tell, Lyda McLallen. Some topics we discuss include: ·       Lyda’s number one strategy for increasing book sales. ·       Why saying “Buy my book” might be costing you sales. ·       Lyda’s advice for sourcing testimonials for your books. ·       Why you don’t need the label of “bestselling author” to be a bestselling author. ·       How to, and why you should, romanticise your writing life! If you’re looking at selling more books while enjoying the process, then this episode will share the practical steps and mindset shifts needed to do both. Visit the Talk Plus Tell website here: https://talkplustell.com/ Grab your FREE copy of The Ultimate Author Checklist here: https://talkplustell.com/ultimate-author-checklist/ Follow Lyda on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/talkplustell/ Follow Lyda on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/talkplustell If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated. If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.  If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

    53 min

  5. 28 JUL

    A Permission Slip to Write

    Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s solo episode, I chat about why many of us avoid writing or look for permission to write. I also share tips around how we can move forward and write anyway. Find Julia Cameron's book, The Right to Write, here: https://juliacameronlive.com/books-by-julia/the-right-to-write/ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated. If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Follow me on Facebook: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join the Alchemy for Authors Facebook Group here.  Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.  If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

    48 min

  6. 14 JUL

    Book Marketing with Heidi McIntyre

    Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I interview author and Book Marketing Coach, Heidi McIntyre about her debut novel Sea Magic and tips and tricks for marketing your book. Some topics we discuss include: ·       How marketing produce helped Heidi start her writing career. ·       How to balance writing with marketing. ·       Seven common mistakes authors make when launching a book. ·       How to narrow down your target audience and get clear on your ideal customer avatar. ·       The mindset shift you need to make when starting an author career. ·       Why Heidi opted for Indie Publishing over Traditional Publishing. ·       The benefits to starting &/or being a part of an author support group. If you’re looking at upping your marketing game, this episode will get you inspired with how to start! Visit Heidi’s website here: https://heidimcintyre.com/ Grab your copy of the 7 Mistakes Indie Authors Make When Launching A Book here: https://heidimcintyre.com/free-guide/ Check out Heidi’s novel Sea Magic here.  Follow Heidi on Instagram here.  Follow Heidi on Facebook here.  Resources mentioned in this episode: ·       Publisher Rocket ·       Jessie Cunniffe’s Book Blurb Magic Course  (Use the coupon code ALCHEMY to get 10% off) ·       Jessie Cunniffe’s 1:1 Blurb Audit  (Use the coupon code ALCHEMY to get 10% off) ·       Jessie Cunniffe’s Spicy Blurb Playbook  (Use the coupon code ALCHEMY to get 10% off) ·       Jessie Cunniffe’s Custom Book Blurbs  (Use the coupon code ALCHEMY to get 10% off) Please note: I am an affiliate for Publisher Rocket and Jessie’s Book Blurb Magic products. I use these products myself and highly recommend them. When you purchase via my affiliate links, I make a small commission that helps support the show. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated. If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.  If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

    50 min

  7. 30 JUN

    Are You A Bad Boss?

    Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s solo episode, I ask you to question what type of boss you are when running your author business. Are you a good boss, or are you a bad boss self-sabotaging your author success? The answer might surprise you! Other episodes mentioned in this episode: Episode 74: Go Creative Planning with Orna Ross  Episode 75: The Sustainable Author Career with Claire Taylor  Episode 58: Author Alignment & the Enneagram with Claire Taylor Episode 20: Intuition and Success For Authors with Becca Syme  Forbes Article: Why Your Bad Boss Could Literally Be Killing You by Caroline Castrillon If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated. If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Follow me on Facebook: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join the Alchemy for Authors Facebook Group here.  Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.  If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

    45 min

  8. 16 JUN

    Writing Lessons From A Centenarian with Babette Hughes

    Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I interview author and centenarian, Babette Hughes, about writing later in life, and her new book, Lessons in Evil. We also discuss: ·       Why Babette waited until her eighties to become a published author. ·       Why we should rewrite the narrative around aging. ·       How Babette came to write Lessons in Evil. ·       Why it’s so important to tap into your emotions and unconscious when writing. ·       How a traumatic childhood influenced Babette’s stories. ·       The role gratitude can plan in your writing career and in banishing imposter syndrome. ·       Why “lucky” people aren’t all that lucky! If you’ve ever used the excuse that you’re too old to go after your dreams, or have wondered what’s the secret to living a happy life, then this is the episode for you! Visit Babette’s website here: https://www.babettehughesbooks.com/ Find Babette’s books here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Babette-Hughes/author/B001K8I026 Follow Babette on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/babettehughes If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated. If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Follow me on Facebook: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.   Join the Alchemy for Authors Facebook Group here.  Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.  If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

    43 min
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Welcome to Alchemy for Authors! If you’re an author, aspiring author, writer or wordsmith, you’re in the right place. Join Gothic and Ghost Fiction author Jo Buer as she explores best practices for supercharging writing lives and author careers. With an emphasis on manifestation and mindset, you’ll learn actionable steps to overcome writer’s block and imposter syndrome, get your butt in the chair and your stories written, while setting aside your ‘starving artist’ mentality, and so much more! Listen as Jo shares her own successes and failures, and enjoy interviews from real authors who are on the journey of creating lives they love around their writing. If you’ve ever dreamt of a prolific, wealthy, happy or healthy author career, then this podcast is for you. Subscribe today and start your journey of supercharging and transforming your writing life with Alchemy for Authors.

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