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Fully Booked: The Hidden Gems Author Podcast

Author Craig Tuch has written a large number of books under a variety of pseudonyms, which have collectively sold hundreds of thousands of copies and had close to 100 million page reads. In 2016, he started HiddenGemsBooks.com as a way to help new and established self-published authors navigate the complex and often-changing world of self-publishing. Since then, Hidden Gems has become well known and respected for helping thousands of authors market their books more effectively and sell more copies

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Fully Booked EP108: The Writer's Roadmap: Using the...

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2024/02/08

In this week’s episode of Fully Booked, hosts Craig and Roland delve into the world of story structure with Mel Mattison, author of gripping financial thrillers that he builds using one of the most resilient story frameworks of modern literature - the three-act structure.Mel leads the discussion through the intricate art of crafting compelling narratives using this structure, dissecting the nuances of plot development, character arcs, and pacing within the context of self-publishing. From laying

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48:15

Fully Booked EP107: The Pen vs the Algorithm: AI's...

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2024/02/01

As the dust settles on the initial awe and apprehension surrounding artificial intelligence, the discussion now turns to its practical role. But how can authors harness AI to enhance their craft? In today's episode of Fully Booked, we discuss this question with Patrick Greenwood, a writer and seasoned cybersecurity expert with 28 years in the field. Greenwood guides us through the evolution of AI from a simple data processing tool to the more sophisticated chatbots that we're more familiar with

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Fully Booked EP106: Polish Your Prose: The Journey...

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2024/01/25

In this week’s episode of Fully Booked, Craig and Roland delve into the detailed process of book editing and revision with special guest S.G. Blaise, a seasoned author with five novels and a decade of storytelling experience behind her. Blaise helps lead the discussion through some of the essential steps that transform a rough draft into a literary masterpiece, including gathering feedback from beta readers, iterating through revisions and rewrites, and selecting an editor who understands both your

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Fully Booked EP105: Unlocking the Secrets of...

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2024/01/18

In the ever-evolving landscape of self-publishing, the rise of the subscription and serialization model has opened new opportunities for writers and readers alike. This week on Fully Booked, we delve into the intricacies of crafting compelling serialized stories with the insight of Kimboo York, a seasoned author and podcaster with extensive experience in the subject. Her latest book, "Become an Unstoppable Storyteller: How to Craft Compelling Serials," sheds light on the art of creating engaging

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Fully Booked EP104: The Story and Services of Hidden...

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2024/01/11

In today's special episode of Fully Booked, co-hosts Craig and Roland take a moment to step back and reflect on the journey of HiddenGemsBooks, a platform that offers a variety of services and resources for aspiring and established authors alike. They explore everything from the weekly author podcasts and blogs to the suite of practical tools and services designed to assist authors on their publishing journey from manuscript to market. Craig and Roland share insights from their own writing paths,

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Fully Booked EP103: Final Draft: Navigating Estate...

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2024/01/04

In today's episode of Fully Booked, we delve into a topic that often goes unexplored because some find it uncomfortable to think about, but is crucial for any author: estate planning. With the expertise of estate planning attorney Sarah Marie Page, we unravel the intricate web of decisions and legalities surrounding the posthumous future of your literary assets. From understanding the rights of survivorship to the complexities of trusts and probate, this episode lays out the foundational knowledge

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44:39

Fully Booked EP102: How to Weave Layers of Complexity...

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2023/12/28

Bestselling author Mary Carroll Moore has taught writing throughout the world, but this week she stops by to chat with us about the intricate craft of layering complexity into your scenes. The key to captivating and engaging readers is by transforming ideas into multidimensional experiences. As Mary explains, this can be done in a variety of ways, such as interlacing character arcs, plot twists and setting details together to enrich both your scenes and story as a whole. Her hybrid approach of

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Fully Booked EP101: Authorpreneurship: Crafting First...

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2023/12/21

In the competitive world of self-publishing, it's crucial for authors to embrace the role of entrepreneur, with each book representing a new and unique product. Attention to detail is key, as every aspect of your book must beckon to potential customers—your readers. Join us on this episode of Fully Booked, where we explore the intricacies of authorship with guest novelist Tyler Snure. Tyler takes us through his concept of the "Reader Roadmap", a strategic guide for understanding the decision-making

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42:48

Fully Booked EP100: Celebrating 100 Episodes - what...

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2023/12/14

It's been 100 episodes, or almost 2 years since we began this podcast journey and many things have changed. Not only have Roland and I learned a lot, but with the rise of artificial intelligence and everything it threatens to upend, the self-publishing industry is facing some of the biggest changes since it first started. Today, we're looking back at why we started this podcast to begin with, and whether or not we've met the goals we had for it. We also discuss some of the episodes and guests that

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49:16

Fully Booked EP99: Write with Intent: Defining the...

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2023/12/07

When it comes to storytelling, fiction novels are usually bursting with boundless creativity, while non-fiction books require more dedicated focus, delving into the heart of real experiences and genuine issues. Even the subject matter and wording are often tailored specifically to the intended audience of a non-fiction book, which is why understanding who you are writing for, and why, is so important in the genre. In this week's episode of Fully Booked, author Randi-Lee Bowslaugh is here to help

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Fully Booked EP98: Exploring the Nuances of...

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2023/11/30

In the heart of every captivating story lies a cast of characters who breathe life into the narrative. To bring them to life, however, it's essential to understand them not only within the pages but also beyond them. An author has to really dive deep into their backgrounds, motivations, and what really makes them tick. To help guide us through the art of crafting compelling characters, we're joined by Lynne Golodner, a seasoned author, writing coach, and marketing entrepreneur. As Lynne explains,

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Fully Booked EP97: How Authors Can Build Their Brand...

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2023/11/23

While authors excel at crafting captivating narratives within the pages of their books, these storytelling skills can also be used to build your author brand and enhance the customer experience. In this episode of Fully Booked, we are joined by Jess Cervellon, VP of Customer Experience at Feastables, a global brand associated with 'Mr. Beast.' From her artistic roots to diverse roles in customer service, Jess brings invaluable insights into the creation of unforgettable customer experiences. She

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Fully Booked EP96: Invisible Ink: The Secret World of...

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2023/11/16

Many readers would be surprised to know that some of their favorite books were not written by the author plastered across the cover, but by a ghostwriter. Behind the scenes, ghostwriters are hired by authors, publishers, and even entrepreneurs to pen a book in the shadows, with the finished product being published by the client under their own name. In the years that she's been a ghostwriter, Rhiannon D'Averc has had close to 100 books published, but only a handful under her own name. Rhiannon has

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Fully Booked EP95: How Review Journals Can Boost Your...

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2023/11/09

Every self-published author knows how important reviews are - but there are different types of reviews than just those left by readers. Editorial reviews and review journals are a legacy of traditional publishing, but still incredibly valuable - even to self-published writers. In fact, review journals are unsung heroes in helping authors expand their reach beyond just publishing in the digital realm. In this episode of Fully Booked, Craig and Roland have invited back a previous guest to help dive

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Fully Booked EP94: The Accidental Success of a...

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2023/11/02

In the realm of self-publishing, where there's no universal path to success, authors often forge their own routes. The effectiveness of various methods or strategies vary, and authors often choose how to move forward based on their personal interests and skillsets, but it's not always obvious what would work best without a frame of reference. That's why we find it invaluable to occasionally delve into the personal stories of authors, exploring their choices and motivations as a means of drawing

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Fully Booked EP93: Write or Wrong: The ethics of...

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2023/10/26

As generative AI advances at a breakneck pace, it poses pressing questions and concerns for both authors and artists. With a variety of tools and services available that can generate cover images, advertisements, and even entire written works, the legality of their use is being questioned by several lawsuits. Join us in this episode of Fully Booked, in which Craig, Roland, and Hidden Gems designer Nate Allison attempt to offer a fair and balanced perspective on these critical issues through

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Fully Booked EP92: Licence to Thrill: How To...

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2023/10/19

From the intriguing mysteries of Agatha Christie to the heart-pounding thrills of Lee Child's novels, there's no doubt that readers have an insatiable appetite for well-structured, satisfying page-turners. But have you ever wondered what it takes to craft one? That’s the question Craig and Roland pose to this week's guest, award-winning author of over 40 thriller and mystery novels, Raymond Benson. While Raymond is most renowned for his officially-licensed James Bond continuation novels, he has also

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Fully Booked EP91: The Second Life of Your Book: The...

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2023/10/12

Traditional and independent publishers are continuing to struggle. As a result, more and more previously-published authors are deciding to try self-publishing when they regain the rights to books that had previously been traditionally published. While this offers authors an opportunity to breathe new life into their old books, it’s not necessarily the most straightforward process to self-publish a book that already exists on Amazon. Many authors have concerns about whether or not they can access

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Fully Booked EP90: Script to Page: The Parallel...

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2023/10/05

This week, Fully Booked welcomes Travis Cody, a multi-talented author and screenwriter who has not only written bestselling books but has also contributed to the magic of Hollywood. After years of learning the ins and outs of both industries, Travis realized that producing a movie and publishing a book share remarkable similarities, which led him to create his M.O.V.I.E.S process that takes authors through the steps of writing, publishing and ultimately profiting from their books. In this episode,

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Fully Booked EP89: How to Succeed as a Neurodivergent...

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2023/09/28

When it comes to life's challenges, there are those that choose to evade them, and those that confront them head on. Today's guest, Andrew McDowell, undoubtedly belongs to the latter category. Diagnosed at a young age with Asperger's syndrome, Andrew faced significant hurdles in fundamental aspects of writing, from language and reading to deciphering emotional cues. But instead of letting his diagnosis stand in the way of his dream of becoming an author, he turned his focus towards transforming

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