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Mark Leslie Lefebvre – Stark Reflections

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Episode 470 – Build Your Author Brand with Isabelle...

Mark Leslie Lefebvre – Stark Reflections ·

2026/04/17

Mark interviews former publicist to the stars Isabelle Knight who is the founder of Build Your Author Brand, an online consultancy helping fiction and non-fiction authors to grow your readership, raise your profile and give your books the best chance of success. Prior to the interview Mark shares that he is on the road at…… Continue reading Episode 470 – Build Your Author Brand with Isabelle Knight

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1:05:02

Episode 469 – Small-Town Canadian Superheroes with...

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2026/04/10

Mark interviews Matthew del Papa and Andy Taylor, editors of SUPERCANUCKS: An Anthology of Small Town Canadian Superheroes. Prior to the interview Mark shares a brief personal update and a word from this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by an affiliate link to Manuscript Report. Use code MARK10 at checkout and save 10% off…… Continue reading Episode 469 – Small-Town Canadian Superheroes with Matthew del Papa and Andy Taylor

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1:07:04

Episode 468 – Identity and Not Being Who You Thought...

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2026/04/03

Mark interviews Marie Lynne Desrochers about her new memoir SHAKEN AWAKE: A Memoir on Identity and Connection. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a personal update, and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by Toronto Indie Author Conference, taking place in Toronto, ON in April 2026. In the interview, Mark and…… Continue reading Episode 468 – Identity and Not Being Who You Thought You Were with Marie Lynne Desrochers

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1:01:23

Episode 467 – Strategies for ADHD Writers with Nicole...

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2026/03/27

In this solo episode, Mark shares an article he posted on Substack earlier in March called "Publishing Wide But Shallow." Prior to the main content (the article), Mark shares comments from recent episodes, a personal update, and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by Toronto Indie Author Conference, taking place in…… Continue reading Episode 467 – Strategies for ADHD Writers with Nicole Bross

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32:07

Episode 466 – Publishing Wide But Shallow

Mark Leslie Lefebvre – Stark Reflections ·

2026/03/20

In this solo episode, Mark shares an article he posted on Substack earlier in March called "Publishing Wide But Shallow." Prior to the main content (the article), Mark shares a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by Toronto Indie Author Conference, taking place in Toronto, ON in April 2026. Links of Interest:…… Continue reading Episode 466 – Publishing Wide But Shallow

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40:16

Episode 465 – Rambling Reflections From Before The Road

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2026/03/13

In this solo episode, Mark reflects on Ireland, the importance/value of repeating information and sharing, and the Public Lending Rights program. Prior to the interview Mark shares a word from this episode's sponsors. This episode is partially sponsored by Toronto Indie Author Conference, taking place in Toronto, ON in April 2026. This episode is partially sponsored…… Continue reading Episode 465 – Rambling Reflections From Before The Road

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1:10:36

Episode 464 – The Big Stories of a Memorable Memoir...

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2026/03/06

Mark interviews novelist, memoirist, and professional story whisperer Roz Morris about her writing life and her pivot into writing memoirs alongside her fiction. Prior to the interview Mark shares a brief personal update a word from this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by an affiliate link to Manuscript Report. Use code MARK10 at checkout…… Continue reading Episode 464 – The Big Stories of a Memorable Memoir with Roz Morris

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43:13

Episode 463 – How to Bring Your Book Alive at an...

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2026/02/27

Mark interviews author Julie Hiner about creating an unforgettable book event for a book launch. Prior to the interview Mark shares a brief personal update a word from this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by an affiliate link to Manuscript Report. Use code MARK10 at checkout and save 10% off your own personalized report.…… Continue reading Episode 463 – How to Bring Your Book Alive at an Author Event with Julie Hiner

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Episode 462 – Daryn Brito on Showing Up With Love,...

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2026/02/20

Mark interviews Daryn Brito, an advocate, writer, and researcher dedicated to supporting those who have faced trauma and adversity about her work and her new book THE BECOMING: UNREPEATABLE MIRACLE, WHO ARE YOU? Prior to the interview Mark shares a brief personal update a word from this episode's sponsor, and a trigger warning for listeners.…… Continue reading Episode 462 – Daryn Brito on Showing Up With Love, Compassion, and Empathy

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46:46

Episode 461 – The Power of Stories to Instill...

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2026/02/13

In this episode Mark interviews Ka-Yee Essoe about the power of stories to instil empathy, resilience, joy, and hope, based on her experiences in the academic world, in research, in teaching, and in writing an epic fantasy novel. Prior to the interview Mark shares a brief personal update and word from this episode's sponsor. This…… Continue reading Episode 461 – The Power of Stories to Instill Empathy, Resilience, Joy, and Hope with Ka-Yee Essoe

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Episode 460 – Rambling Reflections from the Road: You...

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2026/02/07

In this short solo episode Mark shares a "Rambling Reflection From The Road" while at Superstars Writing Seminars talking about the important signals that seemed to come at the right time: Your feelings are valid Your opinions matter You are irreplaceable Your best is enough It's okay to take a break You are loved Links…… Continue reading Episode 460 – Rambling Reflections from the Road: You Are Loved

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1:03:28

Episode 459 – Creating Experiences in Art and Story...

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2026/01/30

In this episode Mark interviews author and artist Tanya Hales. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a personal update, comments from recent episodes, and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by an affiliate link to Manuscript Report. Use code MARK10 at checkout and save 10% off your own personalized report. In…… Continue reading Episode 459 – Creating Experiences in Art and Story with Tanya Hales

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9:55

Episode 458 – Push For Better

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2026/01/28

In this brief bonus episode Mark shares an annual "Push for Better" Push-Up challenge he has joined for the third Feb in a row and the fact he has created a team that others can join. The Push-Up Challenge is one that combines fun physical activity (2000 pushups between Feb 5 and Feb 27, 2026)…… Continue reading Episode 458 – Push For Better

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1:21:57

Episode 457 – A Show That Makes You Smile with The...

Mark Leslie Lefebvre – Stark Reflections ·

2026/01/25

Mark interviews Scott from The Patrick Scott Patterson Project Podcast. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a personal update, comments from recent episodes, and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by an affiliate link to Manuscript Report. Use code MARK10 at checkout and save 10% off your own personalized report. In…… Continue reading Episode 457 – A Show That Makes You Smile with The Patrick Scott Patterson Project

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24:01

Episode 456 – The Published Novelist Saves...

Mark Leslie Lefebvre – Stark Reflections ·

2026/01/23

Episode Description In this solo episode, Mark reads a new article entitled: The Published Novelist Saves Schrödinger’s Cat! How to Improve the Odds Before You Open the Box—OR—What Writers Can Control While Their Book's Fate Remains Uncertain Links of Interest: Substack Article Link The Dialogue Doctor Manuscript Report (Mark's affiliate link - use MARK10 to…… Continue reading Episode 456 – The Published Novelist Saves Schrödinger’s Cat!

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Episode 455 – Kobo Insights with Tara Cremin,...

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2026/01/16

Mark interviews Tara Cremin, Director of Kobo Writing Life about Kobo, Kobo Plus, and the self-publishing platform Kobo Writing Life (KWL). Prior to the interview, Mark shares a personal update and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by an affiliate link to Manuscript Report. Use code MARK10 at checkout and save…… Continue reading Episode 455 – Kobo Insights with Tara Cremin, Director of Kobo Writing Life

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49:23

Episode 454 – Finding Surprising Success Publishing...

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2026/01/09

Mark interviews award-winning author Darcy Pattison about publishing childrens' books. In their conversation, Mark and Darcy talk about: Darcy's background on getting into being an author of children's book The 70 books Darcy has written in the past 13 years The number of different illustrators Darcy has worked with over the years The Moments in…… Continue reading Episode 454 – Finding Surprising Success Publishing Kids’ Books with Darcy Pattison

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Episode 453 – Celebrating Eight Years, 452 Episodes...

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2026/01/05

Mark reflects on the anniversary of the first episode of this podcast, which took place on Jan 5, 2018. Links of Interest: EP 001 - New Year, New Reflections Substack Article: Eight Years, 452 Episodes, and One Simple Truth Manuscript Report (Mark's affiliate link - use MARK10 to save 10%) Buy Mark a Coffee Patreon…… Continue reading Episode 453 – Celebrating Eight Years, 452 Episodes and One Simple Truth

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Episode 452 – Accounting for Murphy’s Law when...

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2026/01/02

In this solo episode Mark outlines a dozen tips to consider when setting realistic goals. Links of Interest: EP 451 - Tales from the Backburnder: A Pair of Messages to Readers Draft2Digital Self Publishing Insiders - Jan 1, 2026 Episode (YouTube) Manuscript Report (Mark's affiliate link - use MARK10 to save 10%) Buy Mark a…… Continue reading Episode 452 – Accounting for Murphy’s Law when Setting Realistic Goals

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Episode 451 – Tales From the Back-Burner: A Pair of...

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2025/12/26

In this solo episode Mark shares a couple of recent messages to readers in the hopes that it inspired other authors with ideas of the types of things that their readers might find interesting. The two examples are: 1) Mark's introduction to his recent collection of stupid dad jokes (and how that can tie to…… Continue reading Episode 451 – Tales From the Back-Burner: A Pair of Messages to Readers

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