In this bonus episode of The Editing Podcast, Denise and Louise talk to Tim Lewis, host of the Begin Self-Publishing Podcast and author of tree time-travel novellas (Timeshock series), three fantasy novels (Magpies and Magic series), and Social Media Networking. SummaryBenefits and challenges of working with a professional editor who’s also a family member Trust and personal relationships Constructive criticism and the author/editor relationship: Best vs best-fit relationships Marketing tips: Social media; sales versus visibility; tagging and quoting The culture of free and its impact on book sales Building an author platform and understanding your social media audience Podcasting for indie authors Using your book as a marketing tool to grow your business Structural outlining: Planning versus pantsing Author tip: Starting with a shorter project to learn the basics of self-publishing and hone your craft

Talk to TimBegin Self-Publishing Podcast: https://beginselfpublishing.com/ (https://beginselfpublishing.com/) Stoneham Press: https://stonehampress.com/ Twitter: @StonehamPress Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BSPPodcast/ YouTube: http://bit.ly/2TxQZml Social Media Networking: How to Use Social Media to Get the Job You Want, Find Love, Get Business Success and Boost Your Travel Experience: https://amzn.to/2TyfmjZ

Denise and Louisehttps://www.denisecowleeditorial.com/ (Denise Cowle Editorial Services) (non-fiction) https://www.louiseharnbyproofreader.com/ (Louise Harnby | Proofreader & Copyeditor) (fiction)

Music credit‘Vivacity’ Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License