Rephonic
Artwork for SPA Girls Podcast
Self-Publishing
Reader Engagement
Romance Novels
Marketing
Facebook Ads
Book Marketing
ARC Team
Tiktok
Direct Sales
Curvy Heroines
Mountain Men
Short Romance
Erotica
Book Reviews
Writing Process
Amazon
Character Development
Newsletter Building
Creative Writing
Storytelling

Join the SPA Girls each week for the top self-publishing podcast!

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes300Founded11 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
How ToBooksEducationArts

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for SPA Girls Podcast

Latest Episodes

Romance writers gather ’round – Kait Nolan, bestselling author of smart, sassy, small town Southern romance is in the SPA! This is a classic replay of an awesome episode we recorded with Kait a couple of years ago, and well worth a relisten. These da... more

She’s back! NYT #1 Bestseller, Lucy Score last joined us back in March 2021 , before Things We Never Got Over launched her into the stratosphere!

In this episode, Lucy talks about what her breakout moment actually looked like from the inside, how s... more

Classic replay of an inspiring episode we recorded in August ’23 with SADIE KING, a hugely successful author of more than 120 short romances.

***

USA Today Bestseller, Sadie King has grown her publishing business from zero to six figures in less than... more

From incorporating popular tropes to social media trends, the SPA Girls have a robust discussion around what they’re doing to harness trends to reach more readers and sell more books!

Links mentioned:

Melanie Harlow’s Harlot Authors group https://... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Sadie King
USA Today bestselling author of short and steamy Insta Love stories
Self-published author, New Zealand-based
Episode: SPA Girls Podcast – EP545 – Six Figures Writing Short Romance with Sadie King (Classic Replay)
Lisa Cron
Story coach and author of Wired for Story and Story Genius
Wired for Story / Author
Episode: SPA Girls Podcast – EP543 – Use Brain Science to Hook Readers From the Very First Sentence with Lisa Cron (Classic Replay)
Alessandra Torre
New York Times, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author; founder of Inkers Con; CEO of Authors AI
Authors AI / Inkers Con
Episode: SPA Girls Podcast – EP542 – Using AI Assistance for Authors – with Alessandra Torre
Kaye Kennedy
CEO by day and contemporary romance author
Self-published author, Burning for More series
Episode: SPA Girls Podcast – EP541 – Interview with Kaye Kennedy: Launch To Success
Celeste Barclay
Author of historical romance with 27+ titles; founder of Author Village
Independent author
Episode: SPA Girls Podcast – EP538 – Easy Networking For Authors – with Celeste Barclay (Classic Replay)
Janet Margot
Media publishing and book marketing expert; founder of Book Geeks Media
Book Geeks Media
Episode: SPA Girls Podcast – EP537 – Sell More Books On Amazon – with Janet Margot
Nancy J. Cohen
Cozy Mystery Author, Best known for the Bad Hair Day Mysteries
Self-published author; formerly with Kensington and Five Star/Gale Cengage
Episode: SPA Girls Podcast – EP536 – How To Write A Cozy Mystery with Nancy J. Cohen (Classic Replay)
Lorna K. Bailey
Executive virtual assistant specializing in assisting authors and entrepreneurs.
Lorna K. Bailey
Episode: SPA Girls Podcast – EP535 – Get Your Author Business Organized – with Lorna K. Bailey
Amira Alvarez
Founder and CEO of The Unstoppable Woman, a coaching company helping entrepreneurs achieve their goals.
The Unstoppable Woman
Episode: SPA Girls Podcast – EP534 – How To Develop A Success Mindset with Amira Alvarez (Classic Replay)

Hosts

Cheryl Phipps
Co-host/Host of the SPA Girls Podcast; author and publishing expert with focus on self-publishing and marketing
Char Barrett
Contributor/Host with focus on publishing strategies and community-building for indie authors
Trudy J
Long-time host with background in self-publishing guidance and author education
Wendy Valla
Host/Co-host focusing on publishing workflows, marketing, and author support
Shara Barrett
Guest/Host with emphasis on coaching authors and publishing processes

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 164 ratings
  • Sooo good

    Your podcast feels so relatable and I just love it keep going girls!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ARApinkrose
    Australia2 months ago
  • Great guests, practical and fun

    These experienced romance authors really listen to and engage their impressive writer guests and are open about their own writing and publishing experiences. I love their authenticity and I always learn a lot and finish listening with things to consider. Love their Kiwi accents and their friendliness. Thanks team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sara Hartland
    Australia9 months ago
  • Delightful & Informative!

    Just discovered your podcast today & listened to my first episode. You are all absolutely delightful & I learned so much! Can’t wait to explore more. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ from a fellow author in Canada 🇨🇦

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    N_Halifax
    Canadaa year ago
  • Favorite!

    Great information, and lots of different viewpoints and perspectives. These authors give helpful insights, ask challenging questions, and always give great interviews. Having their unique takes on a particular topic is just one of the many reasons why I listen to every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leah Marie Ezra
    United Statesa year ago
  • Hooray for the SPA girls!

    I love this podcast. It’s so interesting and informative but done in a relaxed, chatty way with a sense of humour so you never feel you’re being lectured at, especially as a newbie writer. It’s like having a group of friends giving you great advice. Plus the guests are always helpful too. Highly recommended xxx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sister Winter
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise the guests for being insightful and the hosts for keeping content approachable and actionable.
The vibe is warm, fun, and supportive with practical tips for indie authors.
Audio quality and guest consistency are mixed opinions but overall positive about content depth and usefulness.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#84
Australia/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#228
Australia/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#28
New Zealand/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#82
New Zealand/Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

SPA Girls Podcast – EP545 – Six Figures Writing Short Romance with Sadie King (Classic Replay)
Q: Can you walk us through how many sex scenes you typically include in your books?
She explains she varies from one to three scenes, with a tendency toward shorter, steamy moments that still deliver emotional payoff, while acknowledging some readers expect more explicit steam and she discusses balancing heat with narrative impact.
SPA Girls Podcast – EP543 – Use Brain Science to Hook Readers From the Very First Sentence with Lisa Cron (Classic Replay)
Q: How does misbelief drive the protagonist's actions across the story?
Misbeliefs are formed early in life and act as the driver of a character's agenda; the story follows how the misbelief is challenged through the plot and reshaped by events, leading to internal change.
SPA Girls Podcast – EP543 – Use Brain Science to Hook Readers From the Very First Sentence with Lisa Cron (Classic Replay)
Q: Could you give us that definition of story off the cuff?
The story is about how what happens affects someone who is pursuing a deceptively difficult goal, and how that person changes internally as a result, which enables them to solve the problem or realize it was different than they thought.
SPA Girls Podcast – EP540 – The Inflexion Point with Nicholas Erik (Part Two)
Q: What changes have happened in Facebook ads this year and how do they affect authors?
There have been audience targeting changes removing most author interest targets, making audience testing and experimentation essential; Andromeda changes push for more creative diversity to better feed the algorithm, so running multiple ads and testing audiences becomes critical for performance.
SPA Girls Podcast – EP537 – Sell More Books On Amazon – with Janet Margot
Q: How did you transition from Amazon employee to helping authors as a consultant?
Janet describes moving from building ads at Amazon to working with indie authors through Book Geeks Media, leveraging her insider knowledge to guide and coach authors on strategy and execution.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About SPA Girls Podcast

What is SPA Girls Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on indie publishing, self-publishing strategies, and author marketing, with a strong emphasis on practical tips for writers building author platforms, leveraging AI tools, ads, and community networks. Episodes frequently feature experienced authors and publishing professionals sharing actionable tactics—cover design, Amazon ads, metadata, launches, and building support networks—often mixing approachable banter with in-depth guidance. A notable strength is the long-running cadence and diverse guest mix, including AI in publishing, worldbuilding, and process optimization, which makes it a valuable resource for writers aiming to publish independently and scale their readership.

Where can I find podcast stats for SPA Girls Podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for SPA Girls Podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to SPA Girls Podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does SPA Girls Podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for SPA Girls Podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for SPA Girls Podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for SPA Girls Podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does SPA Girls Podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers SPA Girls Podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to SPA Girls Podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with SPA Girls Podcast:

1. Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
2. The Creative Penn Podcast For Writers
3. The Six Figure Author Experiment Podcast
4. QuitCast for Writers with Becca Syme
5. The Rebel Author Podcast

How many episodes of SPA Girls Podcast are there?

SPA Girls Podcast launched 11 years ago and published 300 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact SPA Girls Podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for SPA Girls Podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for SPA Girls Podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for SPA Girls Podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of SPA Girls Podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on SPA Girls Podcast?

Recent guests on SPA Girls Podcast include:

1. Sadie King
2. Lisa Cron
3. Alessandra Torre
4. Kaye Kennedy
5. Celeste Barclay
6. Janet Margot
7. Nancy J. Cohen
8. Lorna K. Bailey

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days