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January 31, 2025
The Black Herron: Episode 29
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-nine between Rachael Herron and I.
Don’t forget, Patrons get early access to these Black Herron episodes an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.
To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.
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January 28, 2025
279 Using Pinterest in Your Author Business with Heather Farris
Hello Rebels, welcome to episode 279 of The Rebel Author Podcast. Today, I’m talking to Heather Farris all about using Pinterest in your author business.
In this episode we cover:
Using Pinterest to promote your booksWhat content performs best for authors on PinterestKey elements of setting up a good pinPlanning Pinterest content for a book launchKeeping readers engaged in a series between book releasesLinks I mentioned:
Page Turner Pacing Kickstarter
Find out more about Heather:
Rebel of the Week is: Richard
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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January 21, 2025
278 Taking BookTok by Storm with Cozy Small Town Romance with Melissa McTernan
Hello Rebels, welcome to episode 278 of The Rebel Author Podcast. Today, I’m talking to Melissa McTernan all about BookTok and writing cozy romance.
In this episode we cover:
What resonates with BookTok readersTips for worldbuildingCreating a brand identityTropes for cozy romanceHow social media is changing the landscape for romance authors and readersDealing with increased attention from readersLinks I mentioned:
Page Turner Pacing Kickstarter
Find out more about Melissa:
Instagram @lauriegilmore_author
Rebel of the Week is: Anthony J
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
3 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Senja Laakso, Amber, and Kelsey labas. A big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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January 14, 2025
277 Tapping into Tropes in Fantasy & Sci-Fi with Jennifer Hilt
Hello Rebels, welcome to episode 277 of The Rebel Author Podcast. Today, I’m talking to Jennifer Hilt all about fantasy and sci-fi tropes.
In this episode we cover:
What makes tropes so powerfulUsing tropes to help outlineAvoiding cliches when using tropesTropes that consistently resonate with readersHow to use tropes in marketingFind out more about Jennifer:
The Trope Thesaurus : An Author Resource Guide
Rebel of the Week is: Chris
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
3 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Melanie Reber, Bethany Tucker, Heather Flyte. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
This episode is sponsored by Fictionary
Find out more about Fictionary StoryCoach Certification here.
As a rebel listener you can get 25% off StoryTeller, StoryTeller Premium and certification with code REBEL25.
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January 7, 2025
276 Why Wide? Diversifying Your Book Distribution with Erin Wright
Hello Rebels, welcome to episode 276 of The Rebel Author Podcast. Today, I’m talking to Erin Wright all about diversifying your book distribution.
In this episode we cover:
What does having your books “wide” meanAdvantages and disadvantages of your books being wideDealing with losing Kindle Unlimited page readsDifferent marketing approaches for different platformsPlanning your releases when publishing wideLearn More about Erin:
Sign up for free replays of courses
Rebel of the Week is: Richard
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
2 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Erin Lynn Austin and Martha Knox. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KOBO WRITING LIFE
Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.
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December 31, 2024
275 Starting the Year with Gratitude and Community
Hello Rebels, welcome to episode 275 of The Rebel Author Podcast. Today, I’m talking to my lovely patrons as we start the year with gratitude and community.
Links I mentioned:
Follow the Girl Games Kickstarter
If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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The Black Herron: Episode 28
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-eight between Rachael Herron and I.
Don’t forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.
To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.
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December 24, 2024
274 Lessons Learned From a Kick-Ass Kickstarter with Sacha and Petra
Hello Rebels, welcome to episode 274 of The Rebel Author Podcast. Today, I’m talking with Petra Tayler all about the marketing, mindset and logistics of a kick-ass Kickstarter campaign.
Links I mentioned:
Follow the Girl Games Kickstarter
If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
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December 17, 2024
273 How to Create a World-Class Substack with Russell Nohelty
Hello Rebels, welcome to episode 273 of The Rebel Author Podcast. Today, I’m talking to Russell Nohelty all about creating a successful Substack.
In this episode we cover:
What Substack is and how it worksUtilizing “Notes” on Substack effectivelySubstack as a new way for authors to monetize their workThe importance of brandingHow to analyze the data from SubstackHow to increase engagementFind out more about Russell:
How to Build a World Class Substack
Rebel of the Week is: Karla
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Kat Vroman. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
This episode is sponsored by Fictionary
Find out more about Fictionary Software + Fictionary Live! here.
As a rebel listener you can get 25% off StoryTeller, StoryTeller Premium and certification with code REBEL25.
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December 10, 2024
272 The Ins and Outs of International Signings with Jacqueline Hayley
Hello Rebels, welcome to episode 272 of The Rebel Author Podcast. Today, I’m talking to Jacqueline Hayley all about making the most of book signing events.
In this episode we cover:
Breaking into the US market as an international authorIn-person and virtual signingsMain benefits of attending book signingsLogistics of attending international book signing eventsBalancing travel time with your writing scheduleTips for energy managementLinks I mentioned:
Order House of Crimson Curses direct from me
Order House of Crimson Curses on all platforms
Find out more about Jacqueline:
Rebel of the Week is: Rachel
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Gina. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KOBO WRITING LIFE
Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.
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