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Join author and screenwriter Mark Stay with coach and entrepreneur Mark Desvaux, as they discover the secrets to writing a bestseller and challenge themselves and you to write, market and self-published a bestselling book in just one year. Each week, they are guided by and interview million-selling, chart-topping authors, publishers on the inside, editors, agents, social media specialists, and man... more

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David Koepp is one of the most successful screenwriters in Hollywood history. With a collective box office somewhere in the region of $250b he’s written Jurassic Park, Spider-Man, Death Becomes Her and many, many more. We were delighted to talk to Da... more

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Do you have a favourite teacher? One who encouraged you to write, maybe? This special episode is for all the teachers and students out there who have inspired one another over the years, and we have two of them on the show. Sarah Moorhead is the auth... more

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How do you research your books? Michelle Paver has written eighteen novels, including the bestselling Chronicles Of Ancient Darkness. She’s encountered killer whales, wolves, polar bears and a runaway Yak, all in the name of research.

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Have you every wondered how important your “Voice” is as a writer? This week on The Bestseller Experiment podcast, New York Times success Maria Semple tells us just how essential your voice is. Maria was recently named a “Power Author” by the Hollywo... more

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David Koepp
Successful screenwriter and author known for films like 'Jurassic Park' and his new novel 'Cold Storage'.
Episode: EP540: David Koepp – Everything You Write Moves You Forward
Sarah Moorhead
An author and long-standing patron of The Bestseller Experiment.
Episode: EP539: Sarah Moorhead and Stuart Turton — Teacher, Student & Metempsychosis
Stuart Turton
Best-selling author of 'The Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle' and 'The Devil and the Dark Water'.
Episode: EP539: Sarah Moorhead and Stuart Turton — Teacher, Student & Metempsychosis
Michelle Paver
Author known for children's literature and ghost stories.
Episode: EP538: Michelle Paver | Research To The Extreme
Maria Semple
Bestselling author known for her books, including *Where'd You Go, Bernadette?*
Episode: EP537: Maria Semple | How To Find Your Voice As A Writer
John Connolly
Bestselling author known for his Charlie Parker crime series and fairy tales.
Episode: EP534: John Connolly | No Formulas & Finishing Books
Shannon Mayer
USA Today bestselling author and formerly a farrier who has published nearly 40 books.
Self-published author
Episode: EP533: Shannon Mayer - Million-Selling Indie Author
LJ Ross
Author with over 4 million book sales since 2015
Episode: EP532: LJ Ross – Rebel with Four Million Sold
Michael Connelly
Bestselling author of 36 novels and creator of the Bosch series.
Author, creator of 'Bosch' series
Episode: EP529: Michael Connelly - How to Write Every Day

Hosts

Mark Stay
Co-host and author
Mark Desvaux
Co-host and entrepreneur

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 241 ratings
  • excellent interviews

    I hate the opening music/teasers, but the interviews are excellent! I think I hate the dramatics of the openings more BECAUSE it's quite a good podcast and they don't need it

    Audible
    3
    Linda
    United Statesa year ago
  • Very Informative

    This is a great podcast! Entertaining and full of useful content, interviews and insights into publishing and writing. Great info for anyone interested in writing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sam@77x
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Super helpful

    Among my top five writing and publishing podcast plus I like the way the two Marks giggle!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CatrinBlair
    United States3 years ago
  • Inspirational

    Life had gotten in the way of my writing dreams and finally tuning into this podcast is inspiring me to pick up my pen and start writing again. Mark and Mark are easy to listen to and they share so many useful writing insights. Additionally, listening to author experiences/processes and realising that it is a journey has rekindled my belief that it is possible - I just need to write ✍🏻 Thank you. 📖

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JCG131
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Inspirational

    I have been going through the episodes from the beginning and find this an essential resource. It’s also great fun.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Athena intheDAKS
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners find the content informative and entertaining, often describing it as a valuable resource for aspiring writers.
A few critiques highlight moments where the monetization strategies might overshadow content, suggesting a desire for a focus on listener engagement.
There are remarks on how the insights shared in interviews can inspire and motivate listeners to pursue their writing goals more seriously.
Many appreciate the humor and camaraderie shared between the hosts, which makes the episodes enjoyable and engaging.
Some feedback mentions the podcast's practical advice on writing and publishing, which listeners consider actionable and relevant.

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EP540: David Koepp – Everything You Write Moves You Forward
Q: Did you write with a particular reader in mind?
Koepp expresses that he writes primarily for himself to amuse himself, not necessarily for a particular audience.
EP540: David Koepp – Everything You Write Moves You Forward
Q: Was this like your happy place? Was it an enjoyable process?
Koepp shares that writing the novel was enjoyable because it allowed him complete creative freedom without collaboration, contrasting it with his screenwriting experience.
EP540: David Koepp – Everything You Write Moves You Forward
Q: Tell us about Cold Storage, where did this all come from?
David Koepp discusses how he originally envisioned Cold Storage as a movie but decided to write it as a novel, experiencing a liberating transition from screenwriting.
EP539: Sarah Moorhead and Stuart Turton — Teacher, Student & Metempsychosis
Q: How did it feel for you, getting that kind of feedback from Stu?
It validated my choice as a teacher to become a teacher.
EP539: Sarah Moorhead and Stuart Turton — Teacher, Student & Metempsychosis
Q: Stu, do you think that was the moment you kind of discovered your voice as an author?
I think Miss Moorhead gave me the thing that I would go on to write about, but I still didn't know what I was doing with myself.

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This podcast focuses on the journey of writing and publishing a bestseller, guiding listeners through various aspects of the publishing process. Each episode features interviews with successful authors, industry professionals, and experts, sharing invaluable insights that range from writing techniques to marketing strategies. Noteworthy is the hosts' challenge to themselves and the audience: to write, publish, and market a bestselling book within a year. This creates a unique, immersive experience for listeners aspiring to achieve literary success, making the content both practical and motivational.

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Recent guests on The Bestseller Experiment include:

1. David Koepp
2. Sarah Moorhead
3. Stuart Turton
4. Michelle Paver
5. Maria Semple
6. John Connolly
7. Shannon Mayer
8. LJ Ross

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