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Wish I'd Known Then Podcast For Writers

Sara Rosett and Jami Albright
Indie Publishing
Marketing
Self-Publishing
Writing
Character Development
Kickstarter
Writing Process
Marketing Strategies
Publishing
Writing Techniques
Podcasting
Tiktok
Book Marketing
Cozy Mysteries
Writing Community
Mystery Elements
Writing Craft
Direct Sales
Social Media
Authors

Welcome to the Wish I'd Known Then podcast. Join authors Jami Albright and Sara Rosett as they interview authors about lessons they've learned about writing and publishing.

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321 / Sara and I are on a summer break, so we’re sharing guest episodes we did on other podcasts. This week, it’s my discussion with Doug and Nick on the Two Authors’ Podcast

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320 / Jami and I are on a summer break, so we’re sharing guest episodes we did on other podcasts. This week, it’s my discussion with Joanna on The Creative Penn Podcast about low-key marketing. 

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319 / What marketing strategies are working for authors right now? Ferol from Written Word Media shares the lessons he’s learned helping authors succeed, the mistakes to avoid, and actionable advice for building your own writing business.

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318 / How do you craft a pitch that gets Hollywood's attention and translates your book to the screen—or just want to network and pitch yourself more effectively as an author? Story coach Lindsay Hughes shares insider strategies from the entertainmen... more

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Recent Guests

Lindsay Hughes
Pitching expert who helps authors pitch to Hollywood and market their books
The Pitch Master
Episode: How to Pitch Your Book to Hollywood with Lindsey Hughes
Michelle Park Lazette
Debut author of The Descended; former journalist and independent press founder
Flying Snakes Press / FlyingsnakePress.com
Episode: What’s Actually Working in 2026 for Debut Book Marketing with Michelle Park Lazette (New Author Series)
Amy Robinson
Author of romance and time travel novels; former ambulance driver and medical writer
Independent author
Episode: Author Intuition, Balancing Passion Projects, and Mental Rest with Aimee Robinson
Jolie Tunnell
Award-winning author known for historical mysteries set in Idlewild and Old San Francisco
Author
Episode: Substack for Fiction Authors: How Jolie Tunnell Serializes Mysteries and Builds Reader Community
T Harlow
Fantasy romance author,ivore of indie publishing and Kickstarter success
Independent author
Episode: How Kickstarter and Shopify Changed Tee Harlowe’s Author Career Plus Instagram Tips
Finley Daniels
Newer contemporary romance author in the New Author Series
Independent author
Episode: Navigating Writing, Marketing, the Day Job, and TikTok with Finley Daniels (New Author Series)
Katherine Collette
Novelist and writing coach
Writer and coach
Episode: Building Resilience and Creative Lies Writers Tell Themselves with Katherine Collette
Lona McCombie
Social media marketer for authors
Independent consultant
Episode: How to Market Books on TikTok and Instagram with Lona McCombie
Chelle Honiker
Author automation expert, co-founder of Indie Author Magazine and founder of Author Automations
Indie Author Magazine; Author Automations
Episode: Automation Tools for Authors: How to Adapt and Save Time in 2026 with Chelle Honiker

Hosts

Sara Rosett & Jami Albright
Co-hosts of a writers-focused interview show, frequently engaging with guests on publishing, marketing, and craft.
Sara Rosett
Host with deep experience interviewing authors about lessons learned in writing and publishing.
Jami Albright
Co-host with focus on author interviews, publishing insights, and practical guidance for indie authors.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 224 ratings
  • A breath of fresh air for writing topics

    I love listening to Sara and Jami each week. Great information delivered in a light enjoyable manner. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kim Shivler
    United States3 months ago
  • Dislike AI Translations

    I’ve been an off an on listener for a while. As a translator and writer, I’m very disheartened by the positive talk of AI translations. Literary translators ARE writers! Replacing them with AI is hurting your own community!

    I hope the hosts reconsider and think about the greed and entitlement that comes with replacing human translators with soulless AI.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Bluejay1217
    Japan5 months ago
  • Real women from the author community

    I’ve been listening for a while now (ever since I saw these two authors in person at Inker’s Con in Texas and I wanted to support the show because I truly appreciate the work they do and the guests they have. And it was challenging to figure out how to give them my money. I couldn’t find a link in the show notes so I tried Patreon and Kofi, but you have to look up the hosting service (buzzsprout I think) and become a supporter there. Totally worth it, and now I know that their supporters are rea... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MoiraEberle
    United States6 months ago
  • Exceptional

    What can I say? I laughed, I cried, and I hugged myself because there was no one around (he said, lol). I’m so far from being published that it’s laughable. If I ever do get published, my one hope would be that it’s interesting enough to get me booked on this podcast. Every episode is worth a double listen—there’s always more information than I can pick up on the first pass. I work my menial job with my earbuds in, laughing out loud like we’re all in the same room just catching up on everything.... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Doon126
    United States7 months ago
  • Invaluable

    I’ve listened to every episode of this podcast and everything I’ve learned from the hosts and guests has been indispensable. This helped me navigate all the twists and turns I encountered in publishing my first book of short stories. I’m grateful for the very real and relatable information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Patrick_Halferty
    United States8 months ago

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The community aspect and guest diversity are consistently highlighted as major strengths.
Some listeners note the show's personal banter as a plus when seeking relatable insights, though a few prefer tighter, more topic-focused episodes.
Listeners praise the hosts for warmth, practicality, and a focus on actionable takeaways.
Fans value the balance of craft, marketing, and real-world publishing experiences.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How to Pitch Your Book to Hollywood with Lindsey Hughes
Q: How should writers approach the 'two-parter' cocktail pitch in emails?
She outlines starting with the personal logline to introduce the writer, followed by the project description that grounds the audience in the story world and ends with a cliffhanger to invite a 'tell me more' response.
How to Pitch Your Book to Hollywood with Lindsey Hughes
Q: What do you wish writers knew about indie publishing versus traditional publishing?
She emphasizes the dynamic, ever-changing nature of indie publishing, the control authors have, and the challenges of navigating marketing and distribution while still prioritizing craft.
How to Pitch Your Book to Hollywood with Lindsey Hughes
Q: Tell us about your background and how you got into helping authors pitch to Hollywood.
Lindsay shares her evolution from Hollywood development to story coaching, explaining how she moved from mentoring writers to working with novelists and teaching them to pitch and market their books effectively.
Author Intuition, Balancing Passion Projects, and Mental Rest with Aimee Robinson
Q: What's the most unhelpful marketing advice you've encountered?
She highlights the pressure to mimic others' numbers and formats, emphasizing instead that each writer's path is unique and that chasing someone else's formula can be detrimental.
Author Intuition, Balancing Passion Projects, and Mental Rest with Aimee Robinson
Q: What's your definition of success as a writer?
Success is having the flexibility to spend time with family, cover bills, and write the stories they want to tell, rather than chasing external metrics alone.

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This show centers on practical, experience-driven lessons for authors navigating writing, publishing, and book marketing—often through indie routes. Episodes frequently explore strategies like newsletters, audience building, platform-specific promotion (TikTok, Instagram, Substack), and the shift from traditional deals to author-driven business models. Guests range from debut and mid-career authors to marketing experts, editors, and automation specialists, all sharing concrete tactics, real-world experiments, and mindset tips to sustain a writing career. Noteworthy throughlines include data-informed promotion, reader feedback loops, and diversified income streams (crowdfunding, direct-to-reader sales, serialized fiction), with a strong emph... more

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