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Back to Podcast EpisodesHow To Pitch Podcasts And Be A Great Podcast Guest With Matty Dalrymple
Are you looking for new ways to connect with readers and market your books? Have you considered using podcasts but aren't sure where to start, or if they're even effective anymore? How can you turn a simple podcast interview into a powerful tool for building your author career? Matty Dalrymple talks about how to leverage podcasting for long-term success.
In the intro, Robert MacFarlane on How I Write Podcast; Are em dashes really a sign of AI writing? [Grammar Girl]; Publishing Pitfalls for Authors; ALLi Self-Publishing Services list; Writer Beware; Midjourney for video;
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Matty Dalrymple is the author of mysteries, thrillers, and nonfiction, and is the host of The Indy Author Podcast. Today we are talking about her new book, co-written with Mark Lefebvre, The Podcast Guest Playbook: Turning Conversations into Connections and Community.
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Show Notes
- Why podcasts offer a deeper connection with potential readers compared to short-form video
- How to pitch podcast hosts effectively by providing value and demonstrating familiarity with their show
- Tangential topics and creative angles fiction authors can use to land interviews on a variety of shows
- The importance of building authentic, non-transactional relationships with hosts and other creators
- Practical tips on how to prepare for an interview and gain confidence as a podcast guest
- Why it's never too late to start your own podcast and how it can benefit your writing process
You can find Matty at MattyDalrymple.com or T
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