
Brought to you from the indie author experts at Draft2Digital! Each week, Self Publishing Insiders features an interview with a new guest, covering self-publishing topics from writing and craft to marketing and promoting your books, and anything that can help you build and grow your author career. Learn about new tools, new software, new markets—and of course, all the inside information that D2D c... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 270 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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Tara has led the Draft2Digital Support Team since the early days of D2D. This week, she joins the Self Publishing Insiders team to answer author questions.
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In this week’s episode we discuss how to structure a series before you start writing. Our guide on this journey is Kristina Stanley, bestselling author and CEO of the Fictionary School for Writers and Editors.
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Kevin J. Anderson is a #1 international bestselling author best known for his traditional publishing in the Dune and Star Wars universes, and he has also been a successful indie author for 15 years as publisher of WordFire Press.
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Marvin brings over 10 years of experience in book publishing and growth marketing. Now, with his new company AuthorScale, he and his team are developing cutting-edge tools to help indie authors leverage technology to revolutionize their book marketin... more
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Indie publishing-focused conversations with authors, editors, and industry leaders that unpack branding, discoverability, tools, and business models. Guests frequently explore self-publishing strategies, direct-to-reader relationships, and evolving industry dynamics like AI-assisted marketing, audiobook formats, and partnerships that support independent authors. Noteworthy is the mix of practitioner-focused advice, practical frameworks, and live Q&A style that surfaces actionable tips for building author careers and sustainable publishing practices. The show appears to cater to authors, aspiring publicists, and DIY publishers looking for hands-on guidance, tool recommendations, and real-world case studies to improve visibility and sales in ... more
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