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The Self Publishing Show

James Blatch
Self-Publishing
AI In Writing
Publishing Industry
Artificial Intelligence
Prowritingaid
Cissy Mecca
Etsy
Author Events
Indie Publishing
Amazon KDP
Self Publishing
Indie Writers Club
AI In Publishing
Mailing Lists
Creative Community
Writing Translations
Book Promotion
Online Courses
Publishing Events
Historical Romance

Join James Blatch has he navigates the fast changing world of indie publishing. With the biggest guests in the industry and tips on how to stay ahead of the crowd.

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Latest Episodes

James is recording from the Irish Publishing Show on St Patrick's Day, James and Cissy reflect on the changing state of indie publishing, the growing pressure of AI-driven discoverability, and the realities of building a sustainable author career in ... more

James and Cissy discuss new marketing insights and mindset strategies for indie authors navigating an increasingly complex publishing landscape. From experimenting with BookBub ads and improving AI-assisted translations to analysing breakout success ... more

James and Cissy reflect on conversations from a recent indie author mastermind in Savannah, Georgia, where the biggest topic on everyone's mind was discoverability in the age of AI. With thousands of new titles flooding platforms like Amazon KDP ever... more

James and Cissy dive into the evolving AI conversation, reacting to viral commentary about whether artificial intelligence will truly replace white-collar jobs and what that means for writers. They explore the difference between superficial and deep ... more

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Recent Guests

Robin Bennett Freebairn
Author specializing in gift books based around birth years.
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Hosts

James Blatch
Host of The Self Publishing Show
Cissy Mecca
Co-host of The Self Publishing Show

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 430 ratings
  • Phenomenal advice!

    Mark has such great tools and experts on to support self-published authors with getting their work out to the world! A must listen for anyone looking to self-publish and put their books into the world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crown Yourself
    United States2 years ago
  • Good

    It’s a good podcast only thing that lets it down is they both chat too long get to the interview!;)

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    davebo99
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • 400 shows!!!!!

    Congratulations Mark and James on 400 episodes. Thanks for the information and laughs. Here’s to at least 400 more!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pat O.D.
    United States3 years ago
  • Love the episode with Aryn!!!

    Please have her back on the show she is so cool!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rachel846
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Thank You

    I have only listened to a few episodes so far and have already gained tips. Thank you for doing this.

    I love this Podcast. I get so excited listening when I am driving my speed increases. I have to make sure cruise control is set so I don’t get a ticket.

    I hope to increase my indie presence and increase sales. I am sure your knowledge will help expand my knowledge. I am a fairly new author and have so much to learn.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BlackBear2015
    United States3 years ago

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Self Publishing Show

What is The Self Publishing Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show offers practical, experience‑driven guidance for indie authors, blending strategic discussions on marketing, AI, discoverability, and reader engagement with candid anecdotes from long‑running publishing veterans. Episodes frequently cover tooling (AI assistants, metadata optimization, translations), distribution choices, and community building, all anchored by hands‑on tactics readers and authors can apply to grow visibility and sales. A notable edge is the mix of technical tips with personal storytelling and a penchant for experiments (mailing clubs, borderless marketing, and course launches) that aim to balance efficiency with human connection. The format often features thoughtful banter between two well‑known hosts and a steady ... more

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5. The Sell More Books Show: Book Marketing, Digital Publishing and Kindle News, Tools and Advice

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