Writers, Ink

By: J.D. Barker and J. Thorn
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  • A podcast about the business of writing with hosts J.D. Barker and J. Thorn.
    J.D. Barker and J. Thorn
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Episodes
  • How to Make It as a Solopreneur with Eddie Generous
    Dec 14 2020

    Solopreneur Eddie Generous has no problem finding success on his own. Using discipline, self-motivation, and market sense, he has grown substantially as a publisher, podcaster, and author. Eddie is the creator of Unnerving Magazine, which filters through hundreds of open submissions to bring the best spine-chilling horror back to the masses. He also runs a podcast bearing the same name and has published multiple books, including Savage Beasts of the Arctic Circle and Plantation Pan. His latest publication, Dusk, is available below.

    From Amazon.com:

    Eddie Generous is an author of Savage Beasts of the Arctic Circle, RAWR, Trouble at Camp Still Waters, Great Big Teeth, and Radio Run (all from Severed Press), Plantation Pan (from Omnium Gatherum), and several collections. He is the founder/editor/publisher/artist behind Unnerving and Unnerving Magazine, and the host of the Unnerving Podcast. He lives on the Pacific Coast of Canada with his wife and their cat overlords.

    Whether you’re traditionally published or indie, writing a good book is only the first step in becoming a successful author. The days of just turning a manuscript into your editor and walking away are gone. If you want to succeed in today’s publishing world, you need to understand every aspect of the business - editing, formatting, marketing, contracts. It all starts with a good book, then the real work begins.

    Join international bestselling author J.D. Barker and indie powerhouses, J. Thorn and Zach Bohannon, as they gain unique insight and valuable advice from the most prolific and accomplished authors in the business.

    In this episode, you’ll discover:
    • How Eddie persisted through countless early failures
    • How to start a magazine
    • Why “quiet horror” needs to go
    • Why short stories sell less these days
    • The importance of a story’s first sentence
    Links:

    J. D. Barker - http://jdbarker.com/

    J. Thorn - https://theauthorlife.com/

    Eddie Generous - https://www.jiffypopandhorror.com/

    Unnerving Magazine - https://www.unnervingbooks.com/

    Dusk by Eddie Generous - https://mybook.to/dusk/

    Proudly sponsored by Kobo Writing Life - https://kobowritinglife.com/

    Music by Nicorus - https://cctrax.com/nicorus/dust-to-dust-ep

    Voice Over by Rick Ganley - http://www.nhpr.com and recorded at Mill Pond Studio - http://www.millpondstudio.com

    Contact - https://writersinkpodcast.com/contact/

    *Full disclosure: Some of the links are affiliate links.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Creating Professional Covers and Ads on BookBrush with Kathleen Sweeney
    Dec 7 2020

    Kathleen Sweeney has helped authors create professional covers and ads on BookBrush for the past two years. One of the most innovative new author tools, BookBrush features easy-to-design standard covers, instant mockups, box set covers, 3D covers, and even animated covers. As the Customer Service Manager and Marketing Lead at BookBrush, Kathleen hosts frequent information sessions and works closely with authors to help them create the best cover or ad possible. To learn more about BookBrush or Kathleen, visit bookbrush.com.

    From BookBrush.com:

    Kathleen loves creating images. She brings over 17 years of client service experience, business assurance, strategy and problem solving to Book Brush. She is happy to help!

    Whether you’re traditionally published or indie, writing a good book is only the first step in becoming a successful author. The days of just turning a manuscript into your editor and walking away are gone. If you want to succeed in today’s publishing world, you need to understand every aspect of the business - editing, formatting, marketing, contracts. It all starts with a good book, then the real work begins.

    Join international bestselling author J.D. Barker and indie powerhouses, J. Thorn and Zach Bohannon, as they gain unique insight and valuable advice from the most prolific and accomplished authors in the business.

    In this episode, you’ll discover:
    • How BookBrush was created
    • Why Kathleen decided to join the team
    • Why BookBrush is so effective and easy-to-use
    • How to animate your cover design
    • The importance of the “20%” advertisement rule
    • Why your ad needs bold colors
    Links:

    J. D. Barker - http://jdbarker.com/

    J. Thorn - https://theauthorlife.com/

    Kathleen Sweeney - kathleensweeney@authorreachmedia.com

    BookBrush - https://bookbrush.com/

    Proudly sponsored by Kobo Writing Life - https://kobowritinglife.com/

    Music by Nicorus - https://cctrax.com/nicorus/dust-to-dust-ep

    Voice Over by Rick Ganley - http://www.nhpr.com and recorded at Mill Pond Studio - http://www.millpondstudio.com

    Contact - https://writersinkpodcast.com/contact/

    *Full disclosure: Some of the links are affiliate links.

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    36 mins
  • The Thinning Line Between Indie and Traditional Publishing
    Nov 30 2020

    In this episode, J. and J.D. welcome indie mastermind Zach Bohannon to the show to discuss the growing similarities between indie and traditional publishing.

    Whether you’re traditionally published or indie, writing a good book is only the first step in becoming a successful author. The days of just turning a manuscript into your editor and walking away are gone. If you want to succeed in today’s publishing world, you need to understand every aspect of the business - editing, formatting, marketing, contracts. It all starts with a good book, then the real work begins.

    Join international bestselling author J.D. Barker and indie powerhouses, J. Thorn and Zach Bohannon, as they gain unique insight and valuable advice from the most prolific and accomplished authors in the business.


    In this episode, you’ll discover:
    • What’s the deal with Audiblegate?
    • The benefits of being a “hybrid” author
    • Why traditional publishers are starting to value eBooks
    • Why indies are becoming more tolerant of traditional deals
    • The importance of a mailing list when pursuing a trad deal
    • The role of subscription-based services in the future of publishing


    Links:


    J. D. Barker - http://jdbarker.com/


    J. Thorn - https://theauthorlife.com/


    Zach Bohannon - https://zachbohannon.com/


    Proudly sponsored by Kobo Writing Life - https://kobowritinglife.com/


    Music by Nicorus - https://cctrax.com/nicorus/dust-to-dust-ep


    Voice Over by Rick Ganley - http://www.nhpr.com and recorded at Mill Pond Studio - http://www.millpondstudio.com


    Contact - https://writersinkpodcast.com/contact/


    *Full disclosure: Some of the links are affiliate links.


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    45 mins

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