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The Two Authors’ Podcast

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What does it take to make it in the intensely competitive author world? Best selling mystery and thriller authors Douglas Pratt and Nicholas Harvey host fellow writers for lively, entertaining, and informative conversation about forging a successful author career. Expect healthy banter surrounding themes and topics they occasionally stick to, often derailed by curious tumbles down amusing rabbit h... more

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Latest Episodes

Robert Gold joins the lads to talk about the long road from working in publishing to becoming a Sunday Timesbestselling thriller author, how the James Patterson co-writing partnership came about, and the cancer diagnosis that changed everything. An h... more

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Recorded live from the 2026 NINC Conference in St Pete Beach, Florida, Nick and Doug report on the event and chat with fellow authors and industry guests about their conference experience. Plus, news just announced about the 2027 NINC conference.

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Oriana Leckert, Head of Publishing at Kickstarter, joins the lads to talk about crowdfunding for authors: why campaigns succeed, where they go wrong, and how to judge whether a Kickstarter is right for your books. She shares what she has learned from... more

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Bestselling Sci-Fi author Gerald M. Kilby joins the show to discuss how he's built his impressive ten year career on the back of Facebook Ads, and how he's navigated Meta's constantly shifting platform to keep his ads alive. With key actionable intel... more

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Recent Guests

Nick Thacker
Author and guest from Drafted Digital, discussed at NINC
Drafted Digital
Episode: NINC Conference with Doug and Nick
Kyla Stone
Tiki Bar Queen, conference attendee
Dreamscape (Dreamscape Digital)
Episode: NINC Conference with Doug and Nick
Deanie Ray
Tiki Bar Queen, conference attendee
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Episode: NINC Conference with Doug and Nick
Dan Wood
Representative from Draft2Digital
Draft2Digital
Episode: NINC Conference with Doug and Nick
Nate Van Coops
Aviation thriller author, previous guest on the show
Episode: NINC Conference with Doug and Nick
Oriana Leckert
Representative from Kickstarter
Kickstarter
Episode: Kickstarter with Oriana Leckert
Gerald M. Kilby
Best-selling sci-fi author, known for hard sci-fi thrillers
self-published/indie author
Episode: The Andromeda Strain with Gerald M. Kilby
Louise Candlish
Bestselling mystery and thriller author (UK), known for domestic noir and TV adaptations
Author
Episode: Property as Protagonists with Louise Candlish
Kathleen Sweeney
Founder of Book Brush; product expert on Book Brush tools
Book Brush
Episode: Book Brush with Kathleen Sweeney

Hosts

Douglas Pratt
Host of The Two Authors' Podcast
Nicholas Harvey
Host of The Two Authors' Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Hilarious!

    Funny and informative. I enjoy listening to Doug and Nick. There's always a new tidbit to learn.

    Audible
    5
    Alex
    United States6 months ago
  • Funny and informative. I enjoy listening to Doug and Nick. There's always a new tidbit to learn.

    Audible
    5
    Alex
    United States6 months ago
  • I really enjoy this one, usually listening on dog walks :) The conversational mode with humor and finding out about how people started out writing, some about who they are as people, and their experiences writing everything from mystery to sports romance to time travel, is fun to listen to! The hosts have a great free flow interaction with authors and it’s just really enjoyable and never boring. It’s the only podcast that I’ve consistently enjoyed ~ give it a chance if you enjoy books and some ... more

    Audible
    5
    Jennifer
    United States3 years ago
  • Fun chats with authors

    I really enjoy this one, usually listening on dog walks :) The conversational mode with humor and finding out about how people started out writing, some about who they are as people, and their experiences writing everything from mystery to sports romance to time travel, is fun to listen to! The hosts have a great free flow interaction with authors and it’s just really enjoyable and never boring. It’s the only podcast that I’ve consistently enjoyed ~ give it a chance if you enjoy books and some ... more

    Audible
    5
    Jennifer
    United States3 years ago
  • I liked it.

    I can see this podcast becoming one of my weekly favorites.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joe Trent
    United States3 years ago

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The show is consistently helpful for indie and traditional authors alike, with actionable tips.
Listeners praise the lively host banter and pragmatic guidance.
Guests are a well-curated mix that keeps discussions fresh and insightful.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Andromeda Strain with Gerald M. Kilby
Q: What is your author superpower?
The guest highlights running Facebook ads as a strong author superpower, paired with writing in a niche hard sci-fi techno-thriller space that minimizes competition, while continuously learning marketing to sustain a yearly publishing cadence.
Kickstarter with Oriana Leckert
Q: How is backer money handled and when do creators get paid?
Kickstarter collects 5% if you succeed, plus Stripe processing fees; money only moves after the campaign ends and only if the goal is met, with a two-week grace period before funds are released.
Kickstarter with Oriana Leckert
Q: What should writers consider before launching a campaign?
Ambition must match reach: know your production costs, rewards, shipping, and how big your audience is; balance the project scope with the resources you can actually deliver.
Kickstarter with Oriana Leckert
Q: Who can start a Kickstarter campaign and what basic requirements are there?
Anyone can start a campaign as long as they have a Stripe-approved country for payments; launch requires a plan and a budget, and you must be prepared to deliver the promised rewards if funded.
Property as Protagonists with Louise Candlish
Q: What advice would you have for other authors considering a genre switch?
Get advice from your agent and publisher, be prepared to adjust sales expectations, and be willing to change if needed, possibly using a pen name to protect your brand while pursuing new directions.

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What is The Two Authors’ Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two seasoned authors host candid conversations with fellow writers about building a sustainable career in fiction, with a focus on mystery and thriller genres. Episodes blend craft guidance, publishing realities, and business strategy—often anchored by guest experts and industry insiders—while maintaining a warm, playful banter style. Notable through-lines include pitching and writing craft, publishing pathways (traditional, indie, and hybrid), leveraging conferences and communities, and exploring AI, automation, and marketing tools for authors. Unique strengths include a strong community ethos, practical takeaways for indie authors, and a willingness to explore emerging tech and industry trends through guest perspectives. This show is like... more

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1. Nick Thacker
2. Kyla Stone
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5. Nate Van Coops
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7. Gerald M. Kilby
8. Louise Candlish

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