The Creative Penn Podcast For Writers

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Crafting Stories, Finding Readers And Selling Direct With Ines Johnson
Have you ever dreamed of turning a passion for storytelling into a profitable, long-term career? How do you build multiple successful author brands without burning out? What marketing strategies actua
Writing For Audio First With Jules Horne
How is the rise of AI changing the world of audiobooks for authors and narrators? Can a synthetic voice ever capture the nuance of human performance, and what does it mean to write for the ear, not ju
Producing AI-Narrated Audiobooks Using ElevenLabs With Simon Patrick
Is the high cost of audiobook production holding you back? What if you could create a high-quality audiobook for a fraction of the traditional cost? In this conversation, Simon Patrick explores the wo
How 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
Finding Your Voice, Writing Across Genre And Loving Book Marketing With Betsy Lerner
How can you find your voice through writing in different genres and mediums over the years? How can you shift your mindset around book marketing, whatever your age? Betsy Lerner shares her experience
Book Discoverability In An Age Of AI. GEO For Authors With Thomas Umstattd Jr.
How will generative AI change search and book discoverability in the years ahead? How can you make sure your books and your author website can be found in AI tools like ChatGPT? Thomas Umstattd Jr. jo
Casting A Wider Net: Author Brand And The Writing Business With JD Barker
How can you cast a wider net' and reach more readers with your books? How can you embrace the best of publishing options for your work? JD Barker explains how his publishing business works. In the in
Music, Writing, And The Mind-Body Connection With Jennifer Roig-Francoli
How can creativity be expressed in both writing and music? How can you improve your creativity by being more mindful of your physical body? How can you manage anxiety when speaking or performing? Jenn
Crafting Story Worlds, Creative Control, And Leveraging AI Tools With Dave Morris
Why is creative control and owning your intellectual property so important for a long-term author career? How can AI tools help you be more creative and amplify your curiosity? Dave Morris talks about
Embracing Change: How To Flux with April Rinne
How can you embrace the process of change in life and author business, especially in an era of AI? How can you take control of what's possible and be more comfortable with uncertainty? How can you dev