
Perspectives and reflections on the writing and publishing life. Mark Leslie Lefebvre, a writer, bookseller, digital publishing advocate, professional speaker, and publishing consultant explores inclusive and collaborative opportunities for writers and book publishing professionals via interviews, discussions, and reflections about the industry. (Mark's personal website is www.markleslie.ca)
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 453 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArts | |||

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 r... more
Mark interviews Jarrett Mazza about his action/thriller novels and his mercenary-style approach to writing.
Prior to the interview, Mark shares comments from recent episodes, a personal update and a word about this episode's sponsor.
This episode... more
In this solo episode, Mark reads from an article that he recently shared on the Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing Substack page.
This is be Part 2 of a two-part series of episodes. (See Part 1)
Prior to the main content of this episode,... more
In this solo episode, Mark reads from an article that he recently shared on the Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing Substack page.
This will be Part 1 of a two-part series of episodes.
Prior to the main content of this episode, Mark share... more
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Always useful, frequently inspiring, occasionally freaking amazing. This podcast goes beyond just sharing information, Mark lets us into his world for a few minutes, and I frequently come back just a little changed. It’s not your average podcast experience! Thank you, Mark!
The post-election episode was so very appreciated, especially coming from a white male. I really needed this tonight, thank you. ❤️
Inspiration in the dark hours of indie publishing. Thanks!
Mark's got a lot of experience in the publishing industry, and has so much common sense for indie authors.
If you want to sell your books to readers all over the world, in online and brick-and-mortar bookstores OR even libraries, Mark should be your goto expert!
I’ve gotten nuggets out of all the podcasts I’ve listen to. Thanks Mark!
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Exploring the writing and publishing landscape, the content is rich with insights from interviews and discussions with experienced authors and industry experts. Common topics include the challenges and triumphs of self-publishing, creative expression in writing, and practical marketing strategies for authors. The host facilitates thought-provoking conversations about the importance of resilience in the face of rejection and the evolving dynamics of the publishing industry, showcasing a variety of perspectives that cater to both aspiring and established writers.
This podcast is particularly noteworthy for its candid approach to the publishing journey. Through personal anecdotes and guest experiences, listeners gain a deeper understanding of... more
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