The Self Publishing Show: Recent Episodes
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Mark Dawson is a best selling self-published author on multiple platforms including Amazon and Kobo. He is the author of the John Milton thriller series and its spin-off Beatrix Rose. In addition, he’s written several ‘Soho Noir' novels. Mark’s breakthrough came when he developed a marketing strategy for promoting and selling his books. His swift success enabled him to quit his 9 to 5 job and he has generated gross revenues of more than a million dollars in less than five years.
Mark has become a leading voice in the self publishing industry and he advocates and teaches a strategy based around offering books for free, mailing list development and social media advertising. In 2015, he published the first version of what is now his acclaimed online course ‘Advertising for Authors’. He has also developed a course for writers at the start of their careers – Self Publishing 101.
James Blatch co-hosts the podcast and he represents the first time, wannabe author. James is a former BBC News journalist who is currently writing his first novel.
Between them James and Mark explore the world of self publishing with a focus on actionable tips for new and experienced indie authors.
James talks to Joe Solari, the man responsible for the world’s largest gathering of indie authors and Darren Hardy, from Amazon KDP, who is the most listened to guest we’ve ever had on the show.
Nick Thacker VP of Author Success at Draft2Digital joins James to dive into what's new and what D2D can offer the self publishing world.
James talks to Marco Moutinho from Dibbly, a content creation platform, which can help you with freelance services. Dibbly also offers an AI tool ‘Kip’ that has some fantastic features to offer the indie author.
This week James talks to bestseller Suzy K Quinn and editor Adam Strange from Kevin Anderson & Associates, who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience on editing to the show.
Join James and Carlyn Robertson from BookBub talking about what's new at BookBub and what BookBub can offer.
A fast emerging aspect of indie marketing is direct selling. Bookvault have risen quickly to the top of many authors go-to suppliers for print-on-demand, especially for those special editions that can be extremely good for your bottom line. This...
Vellum is the gold standard for editing your book ready for publication. Listen as James Blatch talks to Brad West about tips for preparing your book
Listen as James talks to Mike Hourigan who is the Vice President of Marketing at Written Word Media, where he brings more than 15 years of digital marketing expertise to the table.
Join James Blatch and Stuart Grant from Digital Authors Toolkit and also the highest rated web designer on Reedsy, as they discuss the future of Author websites, direct selling, and how you can make your website stand out.
Join James and Victoria Gerken from Podium Audio as they discuss how audio is exploding the world of publishing and providing authors with another income stream
Join James Blatch and Chris Banks as James reveals the speakers and sponsors attending the Self Publishing Show Live in London 2024 and Chris talks about what's new at ProWritingAid and AI, but making sure you add the human touch.
Join James Blatch as he takes on a hot topic of the moment, AI, and how it impacts authors and creators. Should you be afraid or accepting of this new wave of technology?
Tune into this week’s episode of the Self Publishing Show to hear more from Michael, including whether selling direct would be preferrable to selling on Amazon, why he chooses to publish his audiobooks exclusively on ACX, and why consistency in...
Marc Reklau went from struggling writer to earning seven-figures, all by applying the same self-help advice he writes about in his books.
From novelist to tabletop game creator, Paddy Finn explains how he created a seven-figure company in an industry where the players come up with the stories.
Danica Favorite describes the benefits of releasing wide with PD and how you can have a say on the future of AI in publishing.
Lloyd Richards’ novel flopped 11 years ago. A single TikTok video sent it to the top of the US Amazon charts.
As the Self Publishing Show hits its 400th episode, Mark and James take a look at how the industry has changed and what lies in the podcast’s future.
Dialogue expert Jeff Elkins explains how the way our characters talk influences the way our readers view their personalities.
Damon Courtney’s BookFunnel is the perfect way to distribute your audiobooks outside of traditional store systems.
SPS Live 2023 was our biggest conference yet – Mark and James take a look at the highlights.
It’s important to connect with your audience in a way that’s meaningful to them – Book Rockstar can show you how.
Rosa Lee only started writing two years ago, but a surprise viral video on Tiktok means she’s now a full time Dark Romance author.
Ricci Wolman explains the various services Written Word Media offers plus the recent partnership with Hello Books.
Dave Cohen is a stand-up comic who’s written for TV shows including Not Going Out and My Family – now he’s written a book about how to add comedy to your screenplays and novels.
Andrea Kuhn and Freya von Korff are bestselling authors living in Germany – here’s why you should be translating your books for that market.
The founder of Fictionary explains how it can assist writers in improving the plots, characters and pacing in their stories.
Ryan Cahill couldn’t work after moving to New Zealand, so he built a career from writing Epic Fantasy instead.
Readers, agents and the press often care more about how you are and why you write than what you write.
Stuart Grant isn’t just a key member of the SPS team – he’s also the highest rated web designer on Reedsy.
As much as 20% of the population has a disability – Jeff Adams and Michele Lucchini discuss how to expand our content to include everyone.
Martha Carr explains how to kill it with crowdsourcing and world-building collaborations.
With Launchpad about to open, Mark and James discuss the careers the course has helped build.
A book can lend kudos to a subject-matter expert, but only if they know how to get them into the hands of readers.
Kindle Storyteller finalist Clare Lydon describes the changing landscape of LGBTQ+ romance novels.
Mark and James break down the full SPS Live 2023 conference schedule. Tickets available now!
Stuart Bache explains the emerging trends in cover design and the potential opportunities – and pitfalls – as a result of using AI artwork for your books.
Dakota Krout runs a seven-figure publishing house for one of the fastest growing genres: LitRPG.
Currently teaching a writing course at Cambridge University, Sophie Hannah discusses the publishing routes available to new authors.
Chrissy Metge isn’t just an author of children’s books – she also works on the special effects for some of Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters.
Julia had to flee Ukraine due to the war, yet MiblArt’s work as a book cover design company continues.
Ace author website designer, Stuart Grant, explains why every author needs a site and how to go about securing one that's going to help you sell more books.
Two years on and it's back! Mark and James talk you through the exciting schedule for this year's upcoming two-day SPS event in London.
So how do you get started as an indie author? Let multi-million selling indie superstar Mark Dawson and newbie author James Blatch be your guides!
Indie author superstar, Marie Force, on what it takes to keep your readers coming back for more.
Benedict Brown had almost given up on writing until he attended the Self Publishing Show Live. Now he’s a full-time author!