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Kobo Writing Life Podcast

Kobo Writing Life
Self-Publishing
Indie Publishing
Publishing Industry
Writing Process
Kobo Writing Life
Marketing Strategies
Indie Authors
Kobo
Creative Writing
Character Development
Book Marketing
Writing Retreats
Sensitivity Reading
Romance
Dark Romance
Editing
Tiktok
Historical Romance
Paranormal Romance
Diversity In Writing

The Kobo Writing Life Podcast features exciting interviews with bestselling authors, tips on the craft and business of writing, and advice for a successful self-publishing career. Millions of readers are waiting to discover your book - publish today at www.kobo.com/writinglife.

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Welcome to the Kobo ReWriting Life Podcast! Alongside your regularly scheduled Kobo Writing Life podcast episode releases, we will also be featuring some highlights from our backlist. In this episode, former KWL director Mark Lefebvre discussed estat... more

In this episode, we are joined by Carrie Ann Ryan! Carrie Ann is the USA Today best-selling author of over 150 romance novels. She specializes in writing interconnected series, characters that yearn, and much more. She is the author of The Cage Famil... more

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In this episode, we are joined by New York Times and USA Today best-selling author Jenn Sterling, writing as J. Sterling, whose latest series, Fun for the Holidays, features holiday romances for every season. Check out her latest instalment, The Than... more

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In this episode, we spoke to Angela Marsons, whose books have sold over six million copies, been translated into thirty languages, and have earned her the title of Wall Street Journal and USA Today best-selling author. She is the mastermind behind th... more

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Recent Guests

Carrie Ann Ryan
New York Times and USA Today best-selling author
Carrie Ann Ryan (Author)
Episode: #394 – Indie Author Productivity and Well-being with Carrie Ann Ryan
Jenn Sterling
Author, indie romance writer known for sports romance
Author (J. Sterling)
Episode: Kobo ReWriting Life - #33 - The Realities of Indie Publishing and Writing Romance with J. Sterling
Angela Marsons
Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of the DI. Kim Stone series
Self-published author / Bookature collaborator
Episode: #393 – Crafting a Bestselling Thriller Series with Angela Marsons
Christina Hobbs
Part of Christina Lauren writing duo
Christina Lauren
Episode: Kobo ReWriting Life - #32 - Writing Collaborative Romance with Christina Lauren
Lauren Billings
Part of Christina Lauren writing duo
Christina Lauren
Episode: Kobo ReWriting Life - #32 - Writing Collaborative Romance with Christina Lauren
Karma Brown
Internationally bestselling author and former journalist
Author
Episode: #392 – How to Build Dread in Horror Novels with Karma Brown
Nana Malone
Indie author powerhouse, writer of Royals Undercover and related works
Self-published author, 73-book catalog
Episode: Kobo ReWriting Life - #31 - How to Be a Career Author with Nana Malone
AB. Daniels-Annachi
Trans-Indian author from the Pacific Northwest, writes diverse dark fantasy and YA fantasy with myth and folklore.
Independent author
Episode: #391 – From Folktales to First Drafts with A.B. Daniels-Annachi
Maggie Marr
Entertainment attorney and producer, author
Maggie Marr Legal / packaging law firm
Episode: Kobo ReWriting Life - #30 - Adapting your Novel for the Screen with Maggie Marr

Hosts

Tara Kremen
Director of Kobo Writing Life; hosts multiple Kobo-focused shows and interviews.
Rachel Wharton
Co-host and Author Engagement Manager / Host on Kobo Writing Life Podcast.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 104 ratings
  • Great Interviews, But use mics

    I have enjoyed the various interviews, but it’s a minimum to have everyone using a mic. It costs almost nothing to have a Bluetooth lapel mic or headset. Keep it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EricRhysTaylor
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show!

    The host of the Kobo Writing life podcast, highlights all aspects of writing and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    malfoxley
    United States5 years ago
  • Well done Kobo

    Kobo continues to bring authors relevant, timely, and actionable information via their interviews with those that have made it happen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alexstrath1
    United States5 years ago
  • Love you guys!

    You are so insightful and a huge inspiration to me! Thank you for all you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aaronboolander
    Canada6 years ago
  • Four

    This would be a 5 star but for 2 things. First, it’s to short. I think interviews with authors need a full hour. Second, I think a seasoned interviewer/host alongside the ladies would be helpful to drive the show and have questions from a different perspective. Otherwise, I love it, I love the information given and the choice of who they talk with or interview. Good show, could be great.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Fr. Chip
    United States6 years ago

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Guests and hosts are knowledgeable, relatable, and industry-relevant.
Listeners praise actionable insights for indie publishing and marketing.
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Talking Points

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#394 – Indie Author Productivity and Well-being with Carrie Ann Ryan
Q: What tips do you have for staying productive and avoiding burnout, especially on deadlines?
Her approach includes taking breaks, prioritizing breaks to replenish creativity, using a dedicated office, turning off the internet, and occasionally collaborating with a friend for accountability.
#394 – Indie Author Productivity and Well-being with Carrie Ann Ryan
Q: What does a typical writing day look like for you, and how has it evolved over your career?
She describes writing weekdays (not weekends) to protect time for travel and family, using dictation to spare her hands, and balancing 3,000-word daily chunks with edits and admin tasks; she also emphasizes breaks and replenishing her well.
#394 – Indie Author Productivity and Well-being with Carrie Ann Ryan
Q: So I wonder if you could start off by telling our listeners a little bit about yourself and how did you get into writing?
Carrie Ann introduces herself as a longtime writer of contemporary and paranormal romance, noting she has over 150 titles and about 15 years in the craft, with a background in science and grad school that fueled her path into storytelling.
#393 – Crafting a Bestselling Thriller Series with Angela Marsons
Q: How do you keep a long-running series fresh, especially with a strong, distinctive lead like Kim Stone?
I focus on subject matter that interests me, balance character development with new challenges, and let the readers' questions drive the plot while maintaining a linear sense of timeline across books.
Kobo ReWriting Life - #33 - The Realities of Indie Publishing and Writing Romance with J. Sterling
Q: What role has BookTalk/TikTok played in your marketing, and how do you view that platform's impact on indie authors?
BookTalk has been powerful for backlist visibility, sometimes driving huge engagement that doesn't always translate to book readers. It's a wild landscape, with different audiences than traditional readers, but it can significantly boost earnings when it reaches book buyers.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kobo Writing Life Podcast

What is Kobo Writing Life Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show features in-depth conversations with authors, editors, and industry professionals focused on the craft and business of self-publishing. Across episodes, listeners hear practical guidance on writing processes, marketing strategies, rights and adaptations, and how to build sustainable author careers, with a strong emphasis on indie publishing, genre diversity, and audience engagement. Interviews often blend storytelling, behind-the-scenes industry insights, and actionable tips for promoting books, designing covers, pricing, metadata, and leveraging new formats and platforms. A few episodes spotlight collaboration with editors, agents, and legal experts, highlighting how to protect IP, navigate contracts, and translate books to scree... more

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1. Carrie Ann Ryan
2. Jenn Sterling
3. Angela Marsons
4. Christina Hobbs
5. Lauren Billings
6. Karma Brown
7. Nana Malone
8. AB. Daniels-Annachi

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