Posts tagged indie author

WPC-067 - Speculative Fiction with S. Evan Townsend

S. Evan Townsend writes in a universe that is an interesting blend of science fiction and noir detective stories—pulp fiction meets nuts and bolts scifi. He's also a host for the Speculative Fiction Cantina, chatting with other authors about their work and helping to introduce readers to new books by authors they'll love. In this episode of the Wordslinger Podcast, Kevin talks to Townsend about his work, about the meaning of Speculative Fiction, and about the future of the genre.

Podcast, InterviewKevin TumlinsonFebruary 12, 2016Author, S. Evan Townsend, Speculative Fiction, Noir, Science Fiction, Marketing, Publishing, indie author

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WPC-046 - Selling Books in More Places with Dan Wood of Draft2Digital

Draft2Digital has helped over 16,000 authors distribute and manage their ebooks, worldwide. It has one of the simplest and best dashboards in the industry, and it makes publishing with a wide range of channels a breeze. Dan Wood talks about the service, and about how indie authors can fine-tune their work to reach a greater level of success, faster. This is a can't-miss interview for authors.

Podcast, InterviewKevin TumlinsonAugust 28, 2015Dan Wood, Draft2Digital, ebooks, author, publishing, indie author, indie publishing

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WPC-017 - Supernatural Thrills and Spills with Joanna Penn

There’s a growing indie author movement afoot, and it isn’t just limited to the US. Worldwide, authors are putting their stories on the page and marketing their books to an eager audience. And few people have done a better job of this than Joanna Penn—Bestselling Author and host of the Creative Penn podcast! This week, Kevin chats with Joanna about her work, about the evolution of the digital media movement, and about the ins and outs of the business itself.

Learn more about Joanna Penn and her work at http://www.thecreativepenn.com/

Podcast, InterviewKevin TumlinsonJanuary 2, 2015Joanna Penn, Creative Pen, indie author, publishing, self publishing, supernatural, thriller, fiction, marketing, New Year, 2014, 2015

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WPC-013 - Sean Platt and the Necessary Evils of Self Publishing

Everyone wants to know “the secret” behind self publishing success, but when it comes down to it it’s just one simple rule: Do the work. Writing, marketing, promoting, publishing (repeat), it’s all part of the “necessary evil” of building a publishing empire. And no one knows that better than Sean Platt, one of the trio who grace earbuds every week on the Self Publishing Podcast, and who tickle the frontal lobes of fiction and non-fiction readers alike from their publishing platform, Sterling and Stone. This week, Kevin sits down with Sean for some earnest talk about living the dream.

Podcast, InterviewKevin TumlinsonDecember 5, 2014self publihsing, Sean Platt, writing, author, indie, indie publishing, indie author, empire building, marketing, success

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WPC-012 - Indie Author Jamie Maltman

What does it take to write new and original fantasy—set in a world that’s maybe a little like our own history, but just different enough to seem strange and new? Jamie Maltman, author of the “Arts Reborn” series talks about his work and how he plots, plans, and refines his fiction.

Learn more about Jamie Maltman at http://www.jamiemaltman.com/

Podcast, InterviewKevin TumlinsonNovember 21, 2014indie publishing, indie author, Jamie Maltman, Brush with Darkness, Arts Reborn, fiction, fantasy

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WPC-010 - Fearless Fantasy with Michael La Ronn

There’s fearless and then there’s fiercely fearless! Michael La Ronn is the indie author who brings us fearless fantasy—featuring everything from anthropomorphized broccoli to Teddy Bears who battle our worst fears in the darkness. His Decision Select Novels are a unique spin on the “Choose Your Own Adventure” books you probably read as a kid. With updated storytelling and grownup themes, these books are set to reach a whole new market of fiction lovers! This week, Kevin talks to Michael about his work, and the role story plays in the indie author game.

Learn more about Michael La Ronn and his books at www.michaellaronn.com.

Podcast, InterviewKevin TumlinsonNovember 7, 2014indie author, podcast, interivew, fiction, fantasy, Michael La Ronn, Fearless Fantasy

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WPC-001 - Hello World!

First episode! This week, Kevin Tumlinson introduces the Wordslinger Podcast, tells you the point of it all, and gives you some tips on storytelling and marketing. Learn the secret to writing a book in 30 days! Plus learn how "free" can be the start of a good marketing funnel for your business.

Whether you're one of Kevin's readers, an indie author, or just someone needs a little marketing advice, there's a story here waiting for you.

PodcastKevin TumlinsonSeptember 5, 2014podcast, indie author, indie publishing, writing, marketing, readers, story, fiction, nonfiction, non-fiction

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