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Kobo Writing Life Podcast

Kobo Writing Life
Self-Publishing
Indie Publishing
Publishing Industry
Kobo Writing Life
Writing Process
Marketing Strategies
Indie Authors
Kobo
Creative Writing
Character Development
Book Marketing
Writing Retreats
Sensitivity Reading
Romance
Dark Romance
Editing
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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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In this episode, we talked with Canadian romance author Emma Davie, whose first novel, Home to Christmas Island, was published with Kobo Originals in 2025. Emma's latest book, Good for the Summer, is available now with Kobo Originals as well!

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In this episode, we are joined by Jessica Ward, also known as J. R. Ward. J. R. Ward is the author of the acclaimed series, The Black Dagger Brotherhood. Over 15 million copies of her novels are in print around the world and she has been published i... more

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In this episode, we are excited to be joined by D.K. Hood, acclaimed author of the Detectives Kane and Alton series! Having sold over 2 million copies of her books, D.K. is an experienced author whose works have been largely published by the digital-... more

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In this episode, we spoke with Karen White, an award-winning audiobook narrator who recently began writing and publishing her own works under the pen name of Karen Grey. We chatted about Karen's career as an audiobook narrator, her transition into pu... more

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Recent Guests

D.K. Hood
Wall Street Journal USA Today bestselling author of crime and psychological thrillers
Self-employed / Author
Episode: #398 – Writing Psychological Thrillers and Procedural Crime with D.K. Hood
Karen Grey
Author, audiobook narrator and producer (writes as Karen Grey)
Karen Grey / Karen White project
Episode: Kobo ReWriting Life - #37 - From Audiobooks to Authorship with Karen Grey
Skye MacKinnon
Indie author and publisher advocate who writes romance under multiple pen names; champion of publishing wide and translations
Independent author
Episode: #397 – See Success by Publishing Wide with Skye MacKinnon
Arizona Tape
Author, urban fantasy/paranormal romance author focusing on queer leads
Independent author / Kobo author
Episode: Kobo ReWriting Life - #36 - Mythology, Fantasy, and LGBTQ+ Representation with Arizona Tape
Claire Taylor
Author of over 40 humor and mystery novels; owner of FFS Media; Enneagram coach
FFS Media; The Liberated Writer
Episode: #396 – Crafting Memorable Characters with Claire Taylor
Michael Connelly
Award-winning crime novelist known for the Harry Bosch and Mickey Haller series
Author
Episode: Kobo ReWriting Life - #35 - My Approach to Writing with Michael Connelly
Matt Buchman
Romance novelist known for Estate Planning for Authors
Author
Episode: Kobo ReWriting Life - #34 - Estate Planning for Authors with M.L. Buchman
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

Hosts

Vanessa Celebi
Author engagement specialist
Rachel Warden
Author engagement manager at Kobo Writing Life
Tara Kremen
Host of Kobo Writing Life Podcast and Kobo ReWriting Life Podcast
Laura Granger
Host of Kobo ReWriting Life Podcast
Rachel Wharton
Host of Kobo ReWriting Life Podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 105 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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Sponsorship-friendly show with strong author focus
Great interviews with practical takeaways for authors

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Kobo ReWriting Life - #37 - From Audiobooks to Authorship with Karen Grey
Q: What strategies do you recommend for authors releasing wide across platforms?
Go wide to leverage promotions and direct links, but ensure you can control pricing and have clear buy links; for audiobooks, use distributor connections and consider Kobo-specific promotions to maximize reach and sales.
Kobo ReWriting Life - #37 - From Audiobooks to Authorship with Karen Grey
Q: Do you have advice for authors who want to produce their own audiobooks?
My main takeaway is that self-producing can be challenging and not worth it for most authors unless they have strong acting training or a real commitment to the process; otherwise, it's better to focus on writing and consider outsourcing narration or collaborating with experienced narrators.
#397 – See Success by Publishing Wide with Skye MacKinnon
Q: Very excited to chat with you about all things in your publishing career, but to kick things off for our listeners who might not know you, can you tell us a little bit about yourself and how you became an author?
I write romance as Skye MacKinnon and began about nine years ago; I also write kids books as Isla Wynter and manage multiple pen names to keep projects organized and prevent burnout, with a journalism background shaping my research and editorial approach.
Kobo ReWriting Life - #36 - Mythology, Fantasy, and LGBTQ+ Representation with Arizona Tape
Q: Do you have any advice for anybody who wants to co-write with a friend?
Trust is essential, and you should ensure the collaboration is truly 50-50, with clear boundaries and open communication about hard topics like non-negotiables and shared goals.
#396 – Crafting Memorable Characters with Claire Taylor
Q: Is there a common aha moment for authors when they first start using the Enneagram in their writing or careers?
The common breakthrough is realizing they have been viewing others through a single lens and that the Enneagram exposes alternative perspectives. This humility leads to better collaboration, less frustration with readers or editors, and more effective storytelling and marketing strategies as authors experiment with new approaches while recognizing multiple valid viewpoints.

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

This show centers on practical craft and the business of self-publishing, featuring seasoned authors and publishing professionals who share how they build broad reach, manage multiple formats and pen names, and sustain long, diverse careers. Episodes frequently explore topics like wide publishing across retailers, translations, co-writing and collaboration, book-to-screen adaptations, and strategies for reader engagement, backlists, and marketing in indie and traditional paths. Guests range from crime and romance leaders to genre innovators, often delving into processes, world-building, and practical tips that help listeners grow their author businesses. A notable strength is its mix of hands-on, operational guidance (like estate planning f... more

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1. D.K. Hood
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3. Skye MacKinnon
4. Arizona Tape
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6. Michael Connelly
7. Matt Buchman
8. Carrie Ann Ryan

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