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The Publishing Performance Show

Welcome to The Publishing Performance Show, the quintessential podcast for both budding and veteran self-published authors! Join your host, Teddy, as he sits down with with successful indie authors and top experts in the publishing world, who generously share their unique journeys, creative inspirations, and future aspirations in their writing careers and the wider industry.Immerse yourself in a trove of valuable insights and actionable advice on writing, essential tools, and practical tips to

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57:33

Martyn Ellington & Steven Stiefel - From Novel to...

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2025/02/21

Martyn Ellington and Steven Stiefel are trans-Atlantic writing partners who blend British and American sensibilities in their collaborative works. Through their production company MESS Productions, they create multi-format content spanning novels, TV scripts, and podcasts, with their international bestseller "Tomorrow's Flight" showcasing their ability to craft compelling cross-cultural narratives. Martyn Ellington is the author of five published novels, including "The End of Everything," "De...

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39:08

Nicky Billou - Beyond Book Sales: How Podcast...

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2025/02/18

Nicky Billou is a business coach and author who specializes in helping entrepreneurs and authors maximize their impact through podcast guesting. As the author of "Get Booked and Get Paid" and "Finish Line Thinking," he has appeared on over 1,500 podcast episodes and helps clients generate significant revenue through strategic podcast appearances. Coming from an immigrant background, Nicky's passion for entrepreneurship and helping others stems from his father's example

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68:33

Russell Nohelty - Why Your First Book Launch Should...

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2025/02/15

Russell Nohelty is a USA Today bestselling author who has successfully navigated both fiction and non-fiction publishing. Starting his career with aspirations in filmmaking, he transitioned to comics and eventually found his way to self-publishing. As the co-founder of Writer MBA, he helps authors build sustainable careers through innovative marketing strategies and business approaches. His expertise spans from successful Kickstarter campaigns to building author ecosystems.In this episode:The

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40:12

Dr. Nicole Janz - Breaking Through Writer's Block: A...

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2025/02/13

Dr. Nicole Janz is a psychologist and a book coach with over 20 years of experience as a journalist, academic, and writer. After leaving academia four years ago, she transitioned into creative writing and book coaching. She created The Write Habit Planner, a specialized tool designed to help writers maintain consistency and productivity in their writing journey. As both a writer and coach, Nicole combines her extensive experience to help authors overcome procrastination and develop sustainable

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34:48

Louise Harris - The Complete Guide to Book Editing...

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2025/02/11

Louise Harris is the founder and president of LAST Research and Editing, specializing in comprehensive editing services for authors. With over 30 years of experience in editing and journalism, she has edited numerous manuscripts, authored four novels, and ghost-written multiple books including cookbooks and a book on addiction. Her expertise spans both fiction and non-fiction editing, from developmental work to final proofreading.In this episode:Different types of editing explainedThe importance of

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49:03

Nick Thacker - How to Become a Full-Time Author in...

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2025/02/06

Nick Thacker is a bestselling author in multiple genres who turned his hobby into a full-time writing career. Having written 45 books, he now helps other authors transition to full-time writing through his Book Career in a Year program.In this episode:The journey from hobby to full-time writingBuilding a sustainable author careerCreating effective email marketing strategiesDeveloping multiple income streamsSetting realistic author goalsMarketing strategies for new authorsBuilding an author platform

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46:31

Rebekah Haskell - The Art and Science of Book Cover...

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2025/02/05

Rebekah Haskell is the owner and lead designer at Vivid Covers, specializing in speculative fiction book covers. With expertise in both illustration and photo manipulation, she helps authors create genre-appropriate covers that connect with their target readers.In this episode:Genre-specific cover design principlesDifferences between traditional and indie publishing coversResearch methods for effective cover designPre-made vs custom cover optionsVisual tropes and genre expectationsWorking process

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52:38

Sarah Bullen of The Writing Room - Literary...

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2025/01/30

Sarah Bullen is a multi-published author, writing coach, and literary agent, leading international writing mentorships. She is the author of Write your Book in 100 Days and works with authors as a book coach and agent. Over the last two decades, she has had over 180 books published by writers she has mentored. She has held editorial roles across books, magazines, and literary agencies. Her expertise in writing and publishing provides invaluable guidance to aspiring authors, helping them develop

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43:51

Lucy McCarraher of Book Magic AI - The $100,000 Book:...

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2025/01/28

Lucy McCarraher is the Founder of Rethink Press, BookMagic AI, the book-writing app, and the Business Book Awards. She also hosts the ABOO – A Book of One's Own – women writers' network. She is the author of 13 books including three novels, four self-help books and six books on writing books. Lucy mentors non-fiction and fiction authors through planning and writing their books and is the UK's most experienced business book mentor. She recently won a Stevie Award for Women Helping

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28:14

Ellen Erikson - How to Make Money from Classic,...

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2025/01/23

Ellen Erikson is a publisher of over 30 books, combining self-authored works and public domain publications. Her expertise lies in identifying, updating, and successfully marketing classic works for modern audiences.In this episode:Understanding public domain books and copyright lawsGuidelines for publishing on Amazon KDPStrategies for standing out in the marketFinding and selecting profitable titlesFormatting and production considerationsMarketing and advertising approachesCommon pitfalls and how

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39:48

Tom Wilde of ProWritingAid - Why Your Grammar Checker...

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2025/01/21

Tom Wilde is the Head of Partnerships at ProWritingAid, a comprehensive toolkit for storytellers that helps authors improve their writing through advanced analysis and AI-powered features. With a background in English teaching, he brings deep insight into how writers can elevate their craft through technology.In this episode:Evolution of ProWritingAid from grammar checker to complete writing toolkitUnderstanding passive vs active voiceKey reports and features for writersAI-powered tools for story

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43:37

Audrey Hughey - Write Your Book in One Year: A Busy...

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2025/01/17

Audrey Hughey is a planner and workbook creator, and a multi-genre fiction author. She uses her B.A. in English and M.A. in Ancient and Classical History to research and craft riveting horror and thriller stories brimming with cultural nuance and rich with lore. She lives in the hills of Appalachia with her family and sweet-but-bossy felines.In this episode:The importance of holistic life planning for authorsBreaking down yearly writing goalsCreating effective daily routinesManaging productivity

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44:21

Evan Gow of StoryOrigin - The Power of Author...

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2025/01/16

Evan Gow is the founder of StoryOrigin, a platform designed to help authors grow their readership through newsletter marketing, review management, and cross-promotions. With a background in tech entrepreneurship and creative writing, he created StoryOrigin to streamline the essential tools authors need for success.In this episode:Benefits of author newslettersCreating effective reader magnetsNewsletter content strategiesCross-promotion techniquesBuilding subscriber listsNewsletter monetization

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39:09

Oriana Leckert from Kickstarter - How Authors Are...

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2025/01/09

Oriana Leckert is the Head of Publishing at Kickstarter, where she helps creators bring a marvelous array of literary projects to life. She's written and edited for Vice, MTV News, Slate, Hyperallergic, Gothamist, Atlas Obscura, and many more. Her first book, Brooklyn Spaces: 50 Hubs of Culture and Creativity (Monacelli, 2015), grew out of a multi-year project chronicling the rise and fall of under-the-radar creative places across New York City.In this episode:Understanding Kickstarter's

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14:17

The Publishing Performance Show: Our 2024 in Review &...

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2025/01/07

Hey everyone! What a wild ride 2024 has been. From welcoming a new baby (and realizing two kids is WAY more than double the work) to watching this show grow beyond my wildest dreams, I want to share the highs, lows, and everything in between of this incredible year.In this episode, I'm diving into:Life as a publishing dad The amazing guests who've joined us - from Susie Quinn to Kevin J AndersonMy Vegas adventure at Author Nation (what happens in Vegas... gets recorded!)Growing my own book

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25:09

Michele DeFilippo - The Art of Professional Book...

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2024/12/31

Michelle DeFilippo is the owner of 1106 Design, providing comprehensive book publishing services for indie authors since 2001. With over 52 years in the publishing industry, she brings extensive expertise in book design, typesetting, and project management.In this episode:Journey from Crown Publishers to founding 1106 DesignEvolution of book formatting from manual typesetting to digitalCommon mistakes authors make in self-publishingImportance of professional book design and formattingWorking with

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32:40

Cathy Lewis - The Power of Publicity: Crafting Author...

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2024/12/26

Cathy Lewis is president of CS Lewis Publicity, a boutique PR firm specializing in non-fiction authors. With over 26 years of experience, she helps authors build their platforms through strategic media outreach.In this episode:Evolution from publishing to boutique publicityEssential author platform elementsMedia outreach strategiesSocial media tactics for authorsImportance of core messagingChanges in book marketing landscapeLocal bookstore resurgenceResources mentioned:Website essentialsSocial media

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45:25

Dakota Krout - Level Up Your Writing: Inside the...

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2024/12/24

Dakota Krout is a successful LitRPG author and founder of Mountandale Press, specializing in LitRPG, GameLit, and cultivation fiction. With a background in computer science and military communications, he brings systematic thinking to his writing and publishing ventures.In this episode:Explanation of LitRPG and GameLit genresBuilding systematic magic and progression systemsProcess of founding and running Mountandale PressPublishing success metrics and author requirementsMarketing strategies in niche

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32:42

Gillian Harvey - From French Farmhouses to 11,000...

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2024/12/19

Gillian Harvey is a successful author of women's fiction with nine published books, including the bestselling "The Year in the French Farmhouse" and "The Bordeaux Book Club." Living in France for many years before recently returning to the UK, she brings authentic French culture and experiences to her novels. Her latest book "The Little Provence Bookshop" combines elements of mystery, humor, and magical realism in a French setting.In this episode:Journey from

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31:11

Roni Robbins - Transforming Family History into...

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2024/12/17

Roni Robbins, an award-winning journalist and author, shares her journey of transforming her grandfather's recorded memories into the award-winning book "Hands of Gold." With a background in journalism spanning publications like the Atlanta Journal Constitution and WebMD, she brings professional storytelling expertise to her family's Holocaust survival story.In this episode:Journey from journalism to authorshipConverting oral history to narrativeResearch and verification

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