Alchemy for Authors

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this week’s episode I chat with international bestseller, award-winning author, and founder of the Alliance of Independent Authors, Orna Ross. Orna shares all about her Go Creative Planning program and how it can bring you closer to your author goals.

Other topics we discuss include:

·       The importance and willingness to pivot throughout your author career.

·       Why scheduling more Creative Rest and Play is essential for boosting creativity and productivity.

·       The magic of Free Writing and meditating to move through resistance and blocks.

·       Why it’s so important to pay yourself first even when you’re not making the big bucks.

·       Why Orna will be using Kickstarter for all her launches going forward, and why you might want to consider doing the same.

·       Why you should always go for the BIG goal!

If you’ve been struggling to achieve the author goals you’ve set for yourself, or you’re feeling overwhelmed and burnt out from doing ALL the things, then this episode might just be the lifeline you’ve been waiting for.

Visit Orna’s website here: https://ornaross.com/

Visit Orna’s Patreon to learn more about her Go Creative Planning and Kickstart With Me programs, here: https://www.patreon.com/ornaross/

Follow Orna on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/ornaross.author/

Learn more about the Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi) here. 

Find out more about Kickstarter here. 

Find Russell Nohelty’s book Get Your Book Selling On Kickstarter here.

If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.

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Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

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Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome to Minisode 3 of Alchemy for Authors!

In this short episode I share my thoughts around recalibrating your author career when you feel like you’ve gone off course or not made any progress at all.

Enrol in the 12-week Millionaire Author Manifestation Course here. Remember to use the promo code ALCHEMY to get 30% off when you enrol. If paying by payment plan the discount will be taken off the first payment only.

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode here.

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this week’s episode I chat with host of the My Future Business Show, and author of Welcome To The Show 1.0: The Complete Podcasting System For Your Business, Rick Nuske.

Topics we discuss include:

·       How Rick overcame his fear and wrote his first book.

·       The structuring method Rick used to organise his non-fiction book.

·       What triggers Rick’s negative self-talk and how he moves through that.

·       Why it’s so important to keep the quality of your books and content as professional as possible, despite what others might be doing.

·       Rick’s marketing tips for building an audience and readership.

·       The benefits of having a podcast when you write non-fiction.

Whether you’re interested in writing non-fiction books or starting your own podcast, this episode will get you inspired to take that first step towards making your goals happen!

Visit Rick’s website here: https://myfuturebusiness.com/

Listen to the My Future Business Show here: https://myfuturebusiness.com/show/

Purchase Rick’s book, Welcome To The Show 1.0: The Complete Podcasting System For Your Business, here. 

Follow Rick on Instagram here. 

Follow Rick on Facebook here. 

Learn more about The Fletcher Method here. 

The doors to the Author Revolution 12-Week Millionaire Author Manifestation Course are now open! If you’re ready to use the power of manifestation to uplevel your author career and increase the abundance you receive in your life, sign up now! The next live cohort begins February 26^th 2024.

Sign up here and use the promo code ALCHEMY to save 30% when you pay in full or save 30% off the first payment if you prefer the payment plan.

*Please note: I am an alumni and affiliate of the Millionaire Author Manifestation Course. Clicking on the above link supports my show at no extra cost to you.That link again is: https://academy.authorrevolution.org/a/2147529641/woteKkRf

If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated.

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Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome to Minisode 2 of Alchemy for Authors!

In this short episode I share my thoughts around taking action towards your goals and dreams, and why courage MUST come before confidence.

Enrol in the Millionaire Author Challenge beginning February 5^th 2024 here. *Remember to use the code MAC2024 to join the challenge for just $27*

Enrol in the 12-week Millionaire Author Manifestation Course here. *Remember to use the promo code ALCHEMY to get 30% off when you enrol. If paying by payment plan the discount will be taken off the first payment only*

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this week’s episode I chat with two amazing return guests, Carissa Andrews and Tammy Tyree, about all things manifestation, and how to use hypnosis to reach your author goals and create an author life you love!

Other topics we discuss include:

·       How to cut through the crap we tell ourselves about ourselves, about money, and about our author careers, to bring our dreams and goals into reality.

·       How hypnosis can circumvent the conscious mind to lock in new thoughts and beliefs, and supercharge your mindset and path to success.

·       The importance of having clarity around what you want to manifest before endeavouring to do so.

·       How Manifestation and the Law of Attraction has impacted upon Carissa and Tammy’s careers.

·       Why it might seem that your manifestations aren’t working.

·       Why so many of our negative thoughts about ourselves and what we can achieve are locked in during childhood.

·       Why being in a community of like-minded individuals can be so transformative.

·       Two steps you can take right now to support your manifestations and implement hypnosis to create the author success you desire!

If you’re feeling held back from achieving all that you want in your author career and you’re ready to manifest your author destiny, then this is the episode for you!

Enrol in the Millionaire Author Challenge beginning February 5^th 2024 here. *Remember to use the code MAC2024 to join the challenge for just $27*

Enrol in the 12-week Millionaire Author Manifestation Course here. *Remember to use the promo code ALCHEMY to get 30% off when you enrol. If paying by payment plan the discount will be taken off the first payment only*

Subscribe to the Your Future Self: Monthly Mind Magic for Authors here. *Use the promo code ALCHEMY to get 30% off your first payment*

Visit Carissa’s websites here:

https://www.carissaandrews.com/

https://authorrevolution.org/

https://millionaireauthorcoach.com/

Visit Tammy’s websites here:

https://www.tammytyree.com/

https://tammytyreebooks.com/

Listen to Carissa’s previous guest episodes here:

Episode 61: AI-Enhanced Plotting & Selling Direct with Carissa Andrews

Bonus Episode: Millionaire Author Manifestation with Carissa Andrews

Episode 16: Millionaire Author Mindset with Carissa Andrews

Listen to Tammy’s previous guest episode here:

Episode 56: Spirits, Past-lives, Hypnosis & Writing with Tammy Tyree

Up-level your life and abundance by joining Cathy Heller’s 12-week Boldly Abundant immersive experience here. *Doors close February 2^nd 2024*

If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

*Please note: I am an affiliate for some of the courses and experiences mentioned above simply because I truly believe in their effectiveness. Clicking on the above links supports my show at no extra cost to you.

Welcome to Minisode 1 of Alchemy for Authors!

In this short episode I share my thoughts around Author Envy: what it is, what it’s trying to tell us, and how it might just be a sign that what we desire is closer than we think.

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this week’s episode I chat with the Holistic Tooth Fairy and author, Meliors Simms, about writing, publishing, crowdfunding, and of course, oral health.

Some of the topics we discuss include:

·       How traumatising dental experiences led her to become the Holistic Tooth Fairy and set her on the path of self-publishing.

·       The impact of stress upon our teeth and what we can do to boost our oral health.

·       How to use journaling to grow, heal, and overcome blocks.

·       Why you might want to write a letter to a tooth.

·       Meliors’ experience running a Kickstarter campaign and what she would do differently next time.

·       How Meliors navigates the expense of international shipping when running a Kickstarter campaign.

·       Why the first 48 hours are key to a Kickstarter’s success.

Whether you have an interest in natural health, are terrified of going to the dentist, or want to learn more about using Kickstarter to fund your next publication, this episode is for you.

Visit Meliors website here: https://holistictoothfairy.com/

Purchase Meliors’ book The Secret Lives of Teeth here: https://holistictoothfairy.com/secret-lives-of-teeth/

Learn more about her Kickstarter and new book, Calm and Confident in the Dental Chair, here: https://holistictoothfairy.com/calm-and-confident/

Find Meliors on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/holistictoothfairy

Follow Meliors on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/meliorss/

Learn more about Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors and Happy New Year!

In this solo episode I share some of the manifestation practices I use to get clear on my writing goals, and set myself up for an inspired and successful writing year.

Some of the topics I discuss include:

·       Why the Law of Attraction won’t work without Action.

·       Why not getting what you want is sometimes better than getting what you want.

·       The questions you need to reflect on as one year ends and another begins.

·       Why your “Writing Why” has nothing to do with money.

·       Why your “shoulds” can signal misalignment and a tendency towards people-pleasing.

·       How incremental upgrades and sexy new underwear can propel you towards living your best life now.

·       The anchor and mantra I’m using to achieve my goals this year.

·       How decluttering can be a powerful first step in manifesting your desires.

·       Why the hardest and most important thing I’m going to do this year is scheduling downtime.

·       And why adopting the phrase “I get to…” is a powerful trick for getting dumb things done.

This juicy episode of Alchemy for Authors is jam-packed with resources for making 2024 your best writing year yet. If you’re ready to elevate your author life and reach your goals, then this episode is for you!

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Recommended episodes to revisit:

Episode 1: Finding Your Writing Why. 

Episode 8: Manifesting My First Book. 

Episode 16: Millionaire Author Mindset with Carissa Andrews. 

Bonus Episode: Millionaire Author Manifestation with Carissa Andrews. 

Episode 20: Intuition and Success for Authors with Becca Syme. 

Episode 21: Harnessing The Power Of Your Future Self. 

Episode 55: Write to Riches with Renee Rose. 

Episode 58: Author Alignment and the Enneagram with Claire Taylor. 

Books mentioned in this episode:

Reclaim Your Author Career by Claire Taylor: https://www.ffs.media/kickffs

Denise Duffield-Thomas books, including Get Rich, Lucky Bitch, and Chillpreneur: https://www.denisedt.com/books

Write to Riches by Renee Rose: https://write2riches.com/

Adventures with the Universe by H. L. Savino https://www.amazon.com/Adventures-Universe-H-L-Savino/dp/B0C9SLD6QL

Be Your Future Self Now by Dr. Benjamin Hardy: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Future-Self-Now-Transformation/dp/1401974015/

Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away by Annie Duke: https://www.annieduke.com/books/

The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks: https://www.amazon.com/Big-Leap-Conquer-Hidden-Level/dp/0061735361

Other resources:

Claire Taylor’s Liberated Writer Course: https://www.ffs.media/liberated-writer-course

My Intent: https://myintent.org/

Orna Ross: Creative Business Planning for Authors: https://www.patreon.com/OrnaRoss

Byron Katie: The Work: https://thework.com/

Author Revolution: Millionaire Author Manifestation Course: https://academy.authorrevolution.org/a/2147529641/woteKkRf (Please note: This is an affiliate link which means I get a small kick back that supports Alchemy for Authors at no extra cost to you.)

Author Revolution: Your Future Self: Monthly Mind Magic for Authors (Includes meditations for authors): https://author-revolution-academy.mykajabi.com/offers/g6XncYnX/checkout

Becca Syme’s website: https://betterfasteracademy.com/

The Creative Penn Podcast: The 15-Year Author Business Pivot with Joanna Penn: https://www.thecreativepenn.com/2023/12/18/the-15-year-author-business-pivot-with-joanna-penn/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this solo episode I share a look at my day-job as a teacher and the lessons I’ve learnt that impact upon my writing life.

Some of the topics I discuss include:

·       How writing Fan-Fiction can make you a better writer.

·       How to move beyond just using the Hero’s Journey as a plotting device, but also how to use it to help guide you through the ups and downs of your author career.

·       How to move past feeling that everything is about you!

·       Why people pleasing can be a recipe for disaster if you want a successful writing career.

·       Why being called consistent made me bawl like a baby!

·       The habits you need to embrace to ensure the longevity of your author career.

Whatever your day-job, life situation, or the state of your author career, listen as I share my insights from the classroom to guide you towards making 2024 your best writing year yet!

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this episode I talk with New Zealand author, Charlotte Lobb, about her writing process, publishing experience, and her debut novel, Hannah and Huia.

Other topics we discuss include:

·       How three words in the middle of the night – sun, rain, bye-bye – was the catalyst for Charlotte’s debut novel.

·       Why Charlotte wants to normalise and demystify the experiences of those in the mental health system.

·       How writing helped Charlotte move through feeling shame around her mental health journey.

·       How fiction can sometimes reach people who are struggling in a way non-fiction can’t.

·       Why Charlotte works best when she edits as she goes.

·       How imposter syndrome impacts Charlotte’s writing process.

·       Why Charlotte is a cheerleader for New Zealand authors.

·       Why it’s okay to go about the author thing backwards.

Listen as Charlotte shares a little of her mental health journey alongside being an author, and be inspired by her willingness to go against traditional writing advice.

Visit Charlotte’s website here: https://charlottelobb.com/

Purchase Hannah and Huia here: https://charlottelobb.com/buy-a-copy-today.cfm

Follow Charlotte on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/charlottelobb_author/

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this episode I talk with author, Pat Backley, about finding your passion and writing books later in life.

Other topics we discuss include:

·       Why it’s never too late to start writing!

·       How the end of a marriage and a COVID lockdown was the catalyst for her pursuing her author dreams.

·       How writing a book, no matter your age, can be life changing!

·       Why Pat chose to self-publish and how she went about learning “all the things” to do so.

·       Why writing memoir is so important for preserving your stories.

·       How an attractive Italian man inspired Pat to write a travel memoir.

·       Why Pat hates the phrase: “Not high enough res!”

Pat’s enthusiasm for writing will leave you pushing aside your excuses, and being inspired and excited to get back to the page!

Visit Pat’s website here: https://www.patbackley.com/

Purchase Pat’s books here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Pat-Backley/author/B08KZ9SRPC

Follow Pat on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/patbackleyauthor/

Follow Pat on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/patbackleyauthor

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this episode I talk with crime fiction author, Stephen Johnson, about his books, his writing process, and where he gets his ideas.

Other topics we discuss include:

·       Why Stephen considers himself an accidental author.

·       How the game ‘Killer’ became the seed of an idea for his first novel.

·       How Stephen's previous careers in journalism and the media impacted upon his stories.

·       How he moved away from hating writing to passionately loving it.

·       How Stephen finds inspiration in observing everyday life.

·       Why he believes that editors have mystical powers.

·       And why Stephen's not afraid to tackle tough subjects despite imposter syndrome.

If you enjoy crime fiction or looking behind-the-scenes of another author’s process, you’ll love this interview with Stephen Johnson!

Visit Stephen’s website here: https://www.stephenjohnsonauthor.com/

Purchase Stephen’s books here: https://www.stephenjohnsonauthor.com/books

Follow Stephen on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/stephenjohnsonauthor/

Visit Clan Destine Press at https://www.clandestinepress.net/

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this solo episode I share my personal writing process, tips and tricks I use to get my books written, and how I possibly make things harder than they need to be.

Other topics I discuss include:

·       How I navigate writing a book with ADHD.

·       How to not be overwhelmed by the “shoulds”!

·       Why hyper-focus is my super power but can take a while to kick into action.

·       Why I both love and loath deadlines.

·       The role of music in my writing process.

·       Why I can’t write in the small moments and don’t write every day.

·       Why it’s important to start with a pretty notebook.

·       The importance I place on the word “something”.

·       And my answer to the question: Are you still a writer when you’re not writing?

If you’re interested in other peoples’ writing processes, or feel like you’re doing it wrong, check out the often chaotic and quirky way I go about writing a book, and take comfort in the knowledge that there is no one way in being an author.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Visit Claire Taylor’s website to learn more about The Liberated Writer course and her book Reclaim Your Author Career, here: https://www.ffs.media/

Listen to Episode 58: Author Alignment & the Enneagram with Claire Taylor, here: https://jobuer.com/episode-58-author-alignment-the-enneagram-with-claire-taylor/

Visit Becca Syme’s website here: https://betterfasteracademy.com/

Listen to Episode 20: Intuition and Success with Becca Syme, here: https://jobuer.com/episode-20-intuition-and-success-for-authors-with-becca-syme/

Listen to Episode 55: Write to Riches with Renee Rose, here: https://jobuer.com/episode-55-write-to-riches-with-renee-rose/

Learn more about NaNoWriMo here: https://nanowrimo.org/

Learn more about Scrivener here: https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=alchemy

Learn more about ProWritingAid here: https://prowritingaid.com/

* Please Note: I am an affiliate for Scrivener. As an affiliate I get a small kickback at no extra charge to you.

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store.

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this episode I talk with New Zealand author and Ages of Pages book fair coordinator, Johanna M. Rae, about going Indie and selling locally. 

Other topics we discuss include:

·       Why Johanna left traditional publishing for Indie publishing.

·       Why developing your author platform is so important, particularly if you live in a small country.

·       How to establish a reader following and author platform before you’re published.

·       How to connect with readers at book events, even when you’re an introvert.

·       The essential four-legged writing companion every author should have!

If you’ve been on the fence about selling locally, let Johanna inspire you to step outside your comfort zone and grow your readership!

Visit Johanna’s website here: https://www.johannamraeauthor.com/

Visit the Ages of Pages website here: https://agesofpages.weebly.com/

Follow Johanna on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/johanna.m.rae/ and https://www.instagram.com/ages_of_pages/

Follow Johanna on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/JohannaMRae and  https://www.facebook.com/agesofpages

Find out more about Duffy Books in Homes here: https://www.booksinhomes.org.nz/Home

Preptober is here! If you’re preparing for NaNoWriMo this year, make sure you check out these cool writing tools:

Scrivener 

Plottr 

Author Revolution 4 Books, 5 Days Course: Mastering AI-Enhanced Story Planning

Find out more about NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) here:  https://nanowrimo.org/

* Please Note: I am an affiliate for Scrivener, Plottr and Author Revolution courses. These are resources I personally use and enjoy. As an affiliate I get a small kickback at no extra charge to you. If you would like to learn more about Plottr, make sure you listen to Episode 47: Plotting with Plottr with Troy Lambert.

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this episode I talk with New Zealand journalist and debut author, Kelley Tantau, about her new book The Runaway Man and her journey to publication.

Topics we discuss include:

·       How a dream led to what will be a three-book series.

·       How Kelley deals with feedback and critique, and why developing a thick skin is essential for writers.

·       Why hybrid and indie-publishing is as legitimate as traditional publishing.

·       How imposter syndrome doesn’t discriminate.

·       The challenges of publishing in a small country.

·       Why writing a book requires vulnerability and courage!

Enjoy this behind-the-scenes look at the writing and publishing journey of a first-time Kiwi author!

Visit Kelley’s website here: https://www.kelleytantau.com/

Follow Kelley on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kelleytantau/ and https://www.instagram.com/therunawaybooks/

 Purchase your copy of The Runaway Man at https://www.kelleytantau.com/how-to-buy or https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CDLVGL3M/

Get 10% of the following products and services for writing your blurb by using the coupon code “ALCHEMY”:

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 Sign up for Carissa Andrews’ latest Author Revolution course, Four Books, Five Days: Mastering AI-Enhanced Series Planning, here.

* Please Note: I am an affiliate for Carissa’s Four Books, Five Days course and Jessie’s products. I only recommend resources I enjoy, engage in or use myself. As an affiliate I get a small kickback at no extra charge to you.

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this episode, I talk with book blurb coach, Jessie Cunniffe.

Topics we discuss include:

·       How Jessie went from being a music teacher to a book blurb expert.

·       Why so many authors find blurb writing hard.

·       Why a book blurb is NOT a summary of your book!

·       The four things a reader is looking for in your blurb.

·       Some of the most common pitfalls authors make when writing a blurb.

·       The difference between hooks and taglines.

·       How to write a stellar blurb that converts browsers into buyers.

·       And how to start a fight on social media over writing blurbs!

If you’re someone who has struggled with writing blurbs for your books, then this episode is for you! Jessie shares a wealth of advice and tips for making your blurbs sparkle and entice new readers.  

Visit Jessie’s website here: www.bookblurbmagic.com

Download your FREE blurb cheat-sheet here. 

Email Jessie at jessie@bookblurbmagic.com

Follow Jessie on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bookblurbmagic/

Follow Jessie on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/bookblurbmagic

Use the coupon code “ALCHEMY” to get 10% off the following Book Blurb Magic products:

• Book Blurb Magic 
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Sign up for Carissa Andrews’ latest Author Revolution course, Four Books, Five Days: Mastering AI-Enhanced Series Planning, here. 

* Please Note: I am an affiliate for Carissa’s Four Books, Five Days course and Jessie’s products. I only recommend resources I enjoy, engage in or use myself. As an affiliate I get a small kickback at no extra charge to you.

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. 

Grab your copy of my latest paranormal cozy Hades’s Haunt here: https://books2read.com/hadesshaunt

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this episode, I talk with best-selling author, CEO of Author Revolution, Millionaire Author Coach, and repeat guest, Carissa Andrews.

Topics we discuss include:

·       Why Carissa made the move from WordPress to Shopify, and why it’s triggered her “happy bookseller heart!"

·       Why Carissa’s pulling her books from KU.

·       Why using Shopify for selling direct works best for authors with backlists, but also, why you should consider starting how you mean to continue.

·       Why Carissa (mostly) quit social media, and what she uses instead.

·       Why Carissa created her new course Four Books, Five Days: Mastering AI Enhanced Series Planning, and how you can get it at a killer price.

·       How AI can help with plotting books, series concepts, and world building.

·       Why Carissa isn’t scared of AI stealing her work.

·       Why the 'way' we use AI is important, and why Carissa doesn’t use it to write her books for her!

If you’re open-minded and curious about how AI can be used as a tool to help with plotting, and why so many authors are moving towards selling direct, then you’re not going to want to miss this entertaining and inspiring episode with Carissa Andrews!

Sign up for Carissa’s latest course, Four Books, Five Days: Mastering AI Enhanced Series Planning, here: https://academy.authorrevolution.org/a/2147625144/woteKkRf

Please Note: I am an affiliate for Carissa’s Four Books, Five Days course and have purchased it myself. I only recommend resources I enjoy, engage in or use myself. As an affiliate I get a small kickback at no extra charge to you.

Visit Carissa’s websites here:  https://authorrevolution.org/  https://www.carissaandrews.com/

 Join Carissa’s Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/CarissaAndrews

Listen to the Bonus Episode of Alchemy for Authors: Millionaire Author Manifestation with Carissa Andrews here. 

Listen to Episode 16 of Alchemy for Authors: Millionaire Author Mindset with Carissa Andrews here. 

Listen to Episode 58 of Alchemy for Authors: Author Alignment & the Enneagram with Claire Taylor here. 

Listen to Episode 20 of Alchemy for Authors: Intuition & Success for Authors with Becca Syme here.

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here.

If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. 

Grab your copy of my latest paranormal cozy, Hades's Haunt, here: https://books2read.com/hadesshaunt

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

Happy 60^th episode! In this episode I share a personal reflection on some of the events that took place over the last week, including grieving a loved one and niggling imposter syndrome.

I also discuss:

·       How I navigate the writing life when life throws a curve ball.

·       My hidden insecurities around being an Indie Author.

·       How imposter syndrome can hit anyone, anytime!

·       Why I don’t write every day and 90% of my ‘writing’ doesn’t involve writing.

·       The importance of looking at the world with ‘Writer’s Eyes’.

·       Why it’s okay to mine the dark and find stories in the ‘real’ moments.

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Find all my books at https://jobuer.com or https://books2read.com/jobuer

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this episode, I chat with author, book coach, and writing retreat host, David Rocklin. Some of the topics we discuss in this episode include:

·       Why David’s drawn to hosting writing retreats and what’s in store for you if you join his writing retreat in France in 2024.

·       Why being a part of a writing community is so important.

·       David’s take on writing block and how you can overcome it.

·       The importance of story intimacy and how to really get to know your characters.

·       Why writing your way into a corner can be a good thing.

·       The pros of switching publishers.

·       Where the inspiration for David’s latest book, The Electric Love Song of Fleischl Berger, came from.

·       How to know when it’s time to start writing your book.

This episode is guaranteed to get you inspired to attend a retreat, read David’s books, and reconsider your relationship to your story and your characters. When you’re ready, grab a drink, find a comfy chair, sit back and enjoy the show!

Learn more about David and check out his novels here: https://davidrocklinauthor.com/

Purchase a copy of David’s craft book, The Write Formula, here. 

To learn more about David’s writing retreats connect with David on Instagram or Facebook:

Instagram: @david.rocklin  or  @the.write.formula  

Facebook: @david.rocklin.75  or  The Write Formula Facebook Group

Listen to Alchemy for Authors Episode 50: Storytelling with David Rocklin here. 

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor.

Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

Purchase my new Paranormal Cozy Hades’s Haunt here: https://books2read.com/hadesshaunt

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors!

In this episode, I chat with prolific author and Enneagram consultant for creatives, Claire Taylor. Some of the topics we cover in this episode include:

·       What it means to be an aligned author and how to become one.

·       How the Enneagram can be used to create a sustainable author career than minimizes burnout.

·       How the Enneagram can help you create authentic characters and story themes that really resonate with your readers.

·       Why your ‘Writing Why’ is never about money!

This episode is guaranteed to get you thinking differently about your author identity and career. If you’re ready to supercharge your writing career and become an aligned author, then this episode is for you!

Buy your copy of Claire’s book Reclaim Your Author Career here. 

Visit Claire’s website FFS Media here: https://www.ffs.media/

Enrol in Claire’s course The Hero’s Journey of the Enneagram Masterclass here.

Enrol in Claire’s FREE 5-Day Indie Author Alignment course here. 

Connect with Claire on Instagram here.

Sign up to Claire’s newsletter here: https://www.ffs.media/join

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going.

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Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. 

Preorder my new Paranormal Cozy Hades’s Haunt here: https://books2read.com/hadesshaunt

Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/