Podcast Episodes

“Are You Trying to Confuse Me?” The Power of Misdirection in Suspense and Thrillers

Episode 118

What Is Misdirection in Storytelling?

Suspense Thrives on Uncertainty.

Misdirection Creates Stronger Plot Twists.

The Brilliance of Misdirection.

Published on 1 week ago

“LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOR” Embracing Author Partnerships

Episode 117

Breaking the Myth of Isolation, The Power of Shared Growth, Creativity Thrives in Collaboration, Building Lasting Friendships.

Published on 2 weeks ago

“WHY DOES IT HAVE TO BE SO COMPLICATED?”

Episode 116

Language is meant to be a bridge, not a barrier. When authors pack their writing with jargon, overly academic terms, or long-winded phrases, they risk shutting people out. Readers may feel excluded o…

Published on 3 weeks ago

"AT YOUR SERVICE"

Episode 115

The PROS & CONS of Agents 

Published on 4 weeks ago

“NEED I SAY MORE?” Stand-Alone vs. Book Series: (The Secret Power of a Singular Story)

Episode 114

The Beauty of a Stand-Alone, The Hidden Superpower of Expandability, Or the Best of Both Worlds.

Published on 1 month ago

"I'VE NEVER LIKED YOU!" Why Some Characters Are Unlikable (But Don't Ruin the Story)

Episode 113

The Purpose of Unlikable Characters: How they make the world feel real by adding depth, conflict, and purpose.  

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

"STEP RIGHT UP!" Why Authors Need Platforms

Episode 112

Author Platforms promote Visibility, Presence, and Influence.

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

“Giving Them Something to Talk About”

Episode 111

  Why Book Reviews Are Essential for Authors:

Social Proof in Action

Amplified Visibility

Word of Mouth, Digitized

Valuable Feedback for Authors

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

"PUT SOME RESPECT ON MY NAME"

Episode 110

 The Importance of Copyright Registration, Library of Congress. 

As an indie author, you might wear many hats — writer, editor, marketer, designer. But don’t skip the most important hat of all: copyr…

Published on 2 months ago

“CONFLICT & CONFUSION” How the Right Balance Elevates a Story

Episode 109

Conflict creates tension. Confusion creates intrigue. When woven together with care, they elevate your story.

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago