Work is tough and the guys are tired.  As they burn the candle at both ends, the part-time writers take a brake to discuss some of their favorite moments of this past year. It's a nostalgia fueled thrill ride!  Also, The Catalyst is on sale righ

2016 has come to an end and the part-time writers decide to chart a bold course for the new years.  What are the big, but measurable goals that two struggling authors can set for themselves as they begin year two of their journey? How many words

So, you've got an audio book. You did the work to find and hire a reader/producer. They've recorded your words and you are now selling them on audible. But how do you best promote your audio book?  That's the question. This week, Chris sits in the ho

Last week on The Part-Time Writer's Podcast, Michael Anderle gave the boys his perspective on their indie author careers. After a week of drunken soul searching and Facebook rants, they've finally come up with their response. The short version is...thank

Hey part-time writers. Lee here.  This week is a very special episode for us.  The humble and ever helpful Michael Anderle sits down with us to discuss the ups and downs of indie publishing success. He explains his positive attitude and successf

The Devil's Due is out and moving, and the boys discuss the results of their low key launch. But production waits for no man, and as the cash rolls in, they've got some deadlines to meet for the yet to be titled Jack Stratton Book 2.  As they ed

It's been a heck of a ride, but the guys have finally pushed publish on a new book: The Devil's Due.  They crack open a box of wine and take some time to discuss their sci-fi thriller and its (hopefully) successful launch.  They also debate the

It's Thanksgiving, which means the boys are drinking.  With new releases and deadlines around the corner, the boys take a minute to figure out, what's next? What's the best way to round out this 52 week experience?  Grab a glass of your fav

So, you've written a book that you think is a winner.  Should you roll the dice and try to publish traditionally? As the boys race to meet deadlines, they take a minute to discuss the pros and cons of trad publishing. What's at stake? What's the risk

Wow, have we got a treat for you. In the midst of editing their new book The Flood, the guys had a fruitful conversation with developmental editor Mary Novak. She walked them through problems and possibilities when it comes to crafting meaningful relation