Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks

By: S.D. Huston Ben Pick & Morgan Lee
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  • Hello and welcome to the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks show, a series designed to give you insight into the world of self-publishing and marketing your books. We’ll share a bit of our own insights into the craft of writing, self-publishing, and marketing books, but we’ll also interview established indie authors who will share their insights into self-publishing and promotion in today's market.
    S.D. Huston, Ben Pick, & Morgan Lee
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  • SPTT 077 – The Smell of Death & Marketing

    SPTT 077 – The Smell of Death & Marketing
    Sep 15 2024

    Episode 077

    Released on: September 15, 2024


    On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, join us as we dive into the dark and thrilling world of Jay Darkmoore, a UK bestselling author of horror, crime, and dark fantasy dystopian fiction. In this gripping episode, Jay reveals how his background in crime and investigation lends authenticity to his macabre storytelling, from capturing the unique smell of death to crafting realistic scenarios. Discover the intriguing backstory of his journey into self-publishing, sparked by a creative act of revenge at a dinner party. Jay shares his philosophy on engaging readers, saying that readers are vampires, and they like it when you open your personal wounds and bleed on the page. He also offers valuable marketing insights, particularly on creating effective point-of-view videos for platforms like TikTok and YouTube Shorts. This episode is packed with inspiration and practical advice for authors looking to delve into darker genres and boost their book marketing strategies. WEBSITES/ITEMS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:


    🌟 Shanon’s Kickstarter for A Curse of Wings & Gems: ⁠https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sdhuston/a-curse-of-wings-and-gems⁠

    🌟 K-lytics Reports: ⁠https://k-lytics.com/dap/a/?a=19545⁠ (affiliate link)

    🌟 The 1-Page Marketing Plan: Get New Customers, Make More Money, And Stand Out From The Crowd (Lean Marketing Series) by Allan Dib: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/1-Page-Marketing-Plan-Customers-Money-ebook/dp/B01B35M3SM⁠

    🌟 Catch Ben’s Monthly Monday Writing Sprints: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write⁠

    YOU CAN STILL CATCH ALL THE FREE REPLAYS FOR THE 2024 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE👉 ⁠https://bit.ly/2024-AWC-Playlist⁠

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    CONNECT WITH JAY DARKMOORE!

    🌐 Jay’s website: ⁠https://www.jaydarkmooreauthor.com/⁠ 🌴 Jay’s Links: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Jaydarkmoore⁠

    CONNECT WITH US!

    ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: ⁠https://linktr.ee/sdhuston⁠

    ▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write⁠

    ▶Ben Pick Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/running2write⁠

    ▶Morgan’s Links: ⁠https://linktr.ee/authormorganlee⁠ ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~


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    50 mins
  • SPTT 076 – Monetizing Stories in the Digital Age: Ream Strategies

    SPTT 076 – Monetizing Stories in the Digital Age: Ream Strategies
    Sep 1 2024
    Episode 076 Released on: September 1, 2024 On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, join Shanon, Ben, and several guests as we explore the innovative world of Ream, a subscription platform that's reshaping how fiction authors connect with and monetize their readership. We dive into our personal strategies for leveraging Ream's unique features, from offering exclusive content to gamifying the reader experience. Learn how to set up your Ream presence for success, bypass traditional retail barriers, and build direct relationships with your most devoted fans. We also explore the vibrant, supportive Ream community and share insider tips on making the most of this innovative platform. Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, this episode is packed with insights to help you thrive in the evolving landscape of digital publishing. WEBSITES/ITEMS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 🌟 Shanon’s Kickstarter for A Curse of Wings & Gems: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sdhuston/a-curse-of-wings-and-gems 🌟 Ream: https://reamstories.com/ 🌟 Inka York’s episode about Ream on SPTT, Ep. 038: https://youtu.be/mxFrmyWRIuM 🌟 Ben’s Merch: https://my-store-d1a772.creator-spring.com/ 🌟 World Anvil: https://www.worldanvil.com/ 🌟 Ream’s Help Center: https://help.reamstories.com/ 🌟 Ream’s Facebook, “Subscriptions for Authors”: https://www.facebook.com/groups/subscriptionsforauthors 🌟 Ream’s Podcast, “Storytellers Rule the World”: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/podcasthome/ 🌟 Elana Johnson’s Podcast episode with Ream: https://youtu.be/yoXY7U0yUlA FOLLOW EVERYONE’S REAM FOR FREE & GET BONUSES! ✨ Rachel D. Adams, Magical Mischief: https://reamstories.com/magicalmischief ✨ Devon Gambrell, Dark Realms & Portals: https://reamstories.com/devongambrell ✨ Elaine Canyon: https://reamstories.com/elainecanyon ✨ A. Dani, In Luridity: https://reamstories.com/inluridity ✨ Willow Bern: https://reamstories.com/willowbern ✨ Shanon (S.D. Huston): https://reamstories.com/sdhuston YOU CAN STILL CATCH ALL THE FREE REPLAYS FOR THE 2024 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE👉 https://bit.ly/2024-AWC-Playlist ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ CONNECT WITH RACHEL D. ADAMS! 🌐 Rachel’s website: https://racheldadams.com/ 🎥 Rachel’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RachelDAdams 📧 Rachel’s Aggressively Helpful Writing Advice: https://racheldadams.substack.com/ CONNECT WITH DEVON GAMBRELL! 🌴 Devon’s Links: https://dgambrell.com/links/ 📧 All Call Indie Newsletter: https://allcallindie.substack.com/ 🌐 All Call Indie Website: https://dgambrell.com/allcallindie/ 📗 Buy Devon’s Book: https://books2read.com/The-Witchs-Crystal 📧 Devon’s Newsletter with Free Book: https://bit.ly/TheWitchsCrystal 🎥 Devon’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@devongambrell CONNECT WITH ELAINE CANYON! 📸 Follow Elaine on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/elainecanyon 📧 Sign Up for Elaine's Newsletter! https://subscribepage.io/elainecanyon 📙 Read Love, Ships & Sea Serpents! https://books2read.com/u/b5Y0XR 🎥 Get Author help on Elaine's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@elainecanyon CONNECT WITH A. DANI! 🗨️ A. Dani’s Discord: https://discord.gg/u6rhf33 📸 A. Dani’s World Anvil: https://www.worldanvil.com/w/luridity 🎥 A. Dani’s Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/daniadventures/about 🌐 A. Dani’s Website: https://www.luridity.com CONNECT WITH US! ▶Shanon’s (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston ▶Ben Pick’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write ▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write ▶Morgan’s Links: https://linktr.ee/authormorganlee ~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~^~ #selfpublishingtipstricks #sptt
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    35 mins
  • SPTT 075 – Romance Tropes, Reinvention, and Marketing Magic

    SPTT 075 – Romance Tropes, Reinvention, and Marketing Magic
    Aug 15 2024

    Episode 075

    Released on: August 15, 2024

    Join us for an enlightening conversation with USA Today Best-selling contemporary romance author Skye Winter. In this episode, Skye shares her journey of changing pen names and navigating the complexities of self-publishing beyond just writing. She offers valuable insights into the importance of romance tropes, dispels common misconceptions about the genre, and provides expert tips on marketing romance books. Skye also opens up about her experience as a writer with disabilities, emphasizing the power of perseverance in the face of challenges. Discover how she maintains her bestselling status while transitioning between pen names. This episode is packed with candid discussions and actionable strategies for success in the competitive world of self-published romance.


    WEBSITES/ITEMS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

    🌟 Shanon’s Kickstarter for A Curse of Wings & Gems: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sdhuston/a-curse-of-wings-and-gems 🌟 Jenna Moreci: https://www.youtube.com/@JennaMoreci 🌟 The Courtney Project: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCourtneyProject 🌟 Diverse Book Designs by Skye Winter: https://diversebookdesigns.com/

    🌟 Love Kissed Book Bargains: https://lovekissedbookbargains.com/ 🌟 Natural Reader: https://www.naturalreaders.com/index.html

    YOU CAN STILL CATCH ALL THE FREE REPLAYS FOR THE 2024 AUTHORTUBE WRITING CONFERENCE👉 https://bit.ly/2024-AWC-Playlist

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    Thanks for watching and listening!

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    CONNECT WITH SKYE WINTER!

    🅿️ Skye’s Patreon: https://patreon.com/SkyeWinterBooks 🎥 Skye’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@skyewinterbooks 📧 Skye’s Newsletter: https://www.skyewinterbooks.com/newsletter/ 🌐 Skye’s Website: https://skyewinterbooks.com

    📸 Skye’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skyewinterbooks/

    💸 Skye’s Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/skyewinterbooks

    📱 Skye’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/booksbyskyewinter

    🎵 Skye’s TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@skye.winter.books

    CONNECT WITH US!

    ▶Shanon (S.D. Huston) Links: https://linktr.ee/sdhuston

    ▶Ben Pick YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Running2Write

    ▶Ben Pick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/running2write

    ▶Morgan Links: https://linktr.ee/authormorganlee

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    41 mins
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