The Author Revolution® Podcast
Carissa Andrews
We've reached the indie author revolution, my friend, and it's time to talk honestly about how you can manifest your millionaire author destiny. I believe all creatives are called here for a purpose bigger than they realize and making money is an extension of that. You are worthy of making the money you've always dreamed of. I'm going to show you the way. The Author Revolution Podcast is here to help guide you. I'll give you actionable advice, tips, and tricks to make stepping into your millionaire author career feel easy. I can't wait for you to reach your full author potential. You are inevitable. Go forth and start your author revolution!SUBSCRIBE & REVIEWAre you subscribed to my podcast? If not, I'd love for you to do so today because I'd hate for you to miss a single episode. I have big plans coming up and I know you'll want to listen to learn all you can from the experiences and author advice we're about to share.If you're feeling extra awesome today, I would be so thrilled if you'd share a review of the episode or show in general. Reviews help other listeners decide whether or not to have a listen, too. Plus, I totally enjoy reading them. Thank you so much for being an awesome listener!
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Jan 19, 2022 • 28min
Industry Expert Interview: Ryan Zee with Plottr
Send us a textThe way I plot out my books has changed a lot over the past decade. In specific, the tools I use have evolved and made my author life a heckuva lot easier. In today's episode, I'm talking with Ryan Zee at Plottr about the brand new launch of Plottr Pro. Trust me when I say this, guys, Plottr just keeps on getting better! Have a listen!Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/116.Support the showThank you for tuning into the Author Revolution Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. For more insights and inspiration, visit Author Revolution. Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and exclusive content: Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
Jan 12, 2022 • 35min
Do You Have What it Takes to Be a Millionaire Author?
Send us a textIn order to embrace our ultimate destiny as indie authors, we have to identify what it is we really want. Then, we need to decide we're worthy of it. In today's episode, we're talking about what it takes to become a millionaire author. In specific, what are the 7 mindset hacks that will help you get there? Have a listen now!Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/115.Support the showThank you for tuning into the Author Revolution Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. For more insights and inspiration, visit Author Revolution. Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and exclusive content: Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
Jan 5, 2022 • 21min
What Does Your 2022 Plan Look Like?
Send us a textAs creatives, many of us struggle to stop and look back at the past long enough to celebrate our accomplishments. However, knowing how far you've come can really help you continue your journey forward if you let it. In today's episode, we're discussing why it's important to have a look back on what you accomplished so you can set new goals for 2022. I talk about what my plans are for the new year and give you some pointers for planning out your 2022 destiny. Have a listen!Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/114.Support the showThank you for tuning into the Author Revolution Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. For more insights and inspiration, visit Author Revolution. Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and exclusive content: Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
Dec 29, 2021 • 38min
Industry Expert Interview: Clayton Noblit and Grant Shepherd from Written Word Media
Send us a textIndie authors are notorious for hating marketing. We'd all much rather be writing our books than pimping them out. For those of you who aren't huge fans of learning Facebook ads, you have new reason to rejoice. In today's episode, I'm chatting with Clayton Noblit and Grant Shepherd from Written Word Media. We're talking indie author marketing, and in specific, how their new service Reader Reach is helping indie authors implement Facebook Ads into their marketing strategy. Of course, we also touch on Clayton's 2021 Indie Author Survey, too. Have a listen!Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/113.Support the showThank you for tuning into the Author Revolution Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. For more insights and inspiration, visit Author Revolution. Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and exclusive content: Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
Dec 22, 2021 • 27min
Are you being intentional about your author career?
Send us a textWe creative types aren't always the best at doing things intentionally. We'll often fly by the seat of our pants and wonder how we ended up where we did. Sometimes that works, but very often... not so much. In today's episode, I'm riffing off about what I've been seeing in the indie author community. In particular, the huge mental health crisis heading our way if we're not careful. If you want to intentionally craft the author career of your dreams in 2022, have a listen! Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/112.Support the showThank you for tuning into the Author Revolution Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. For more insights and inspiration, visit Author Revolution. Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and exclusive content: Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
Dec 15, 2021 • 39min
Industry Expert Interview: Craig Martelle from 20Booksto50K
Send us a textWhen asked about the high-performing prolific authors, the first thing that comes to my mind is always the epic Facebook group, 20Booksto50K. Their success truly is the success of all indie authors and we, as a collective, are so lucky to have this group on our side. In today's episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Craig Martelle - prolific author master and 20Booksto50K co-creator. We talk about his own role as an indie author, how 20Books has evolved over the years, and touch on the incredible conference the group puts on each year. Have a listen! Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/111.Support the showThank you for tuning into the Author Revolution Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. For more insights and inspiration, visit Author Revolution. Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and exclusive content: Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
Dec 8, 2021 • 17min
2022 Author Career Kickoff
Send us a textHave you given any thought to what you want 2022 to look like? How many books are you planning to write? How do you want to manage those goals? In today's episode, I give you five tips for creating a 2022 author plan (or at least, how to start one). Plus, I have some exciting announcements you won't want to miss. Have a listen!Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/110.Support the showThank you for tuning into the Author Revolution Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. For more insights and inspiration, visit Author Revolution. Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and exclusive content: Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
Dec 1, 2021 • 39min
Author Interview: Horror / Scifi / Psycho Fiction Author Joe Prosit
Send us a textI've only had the opportunity to bring on guests I know in person a couple of times. Today's podcast guest one of the few. He's the new board president of the Lakes Area Writers Alliance and a guy I definitely admire! In today's episode, I had the privilege of interviewing horror / scifi / psycho fiction author, Joe Prosit. Not only does he write some mind-bending stuff, but he's a fantastic resource for all things short story! Have a listen!Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/109.Support the showThank you for tuning into the Author Revolution Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. For more insights and inspiration, visit Author Revolution. Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and exclusive content: Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
Nov 24, 2021 • 22min
A Grateful Look Back at Author Revolution's Guests
Send us a textI find that Thanksgiving week is always a great week for contemplating all the things I'm grateful for. I've had a really great year as an indie author coach, author, and entrepreneur in general. But there's one thing that tops the list... In today's episode, I want to express my appreciation for all of the amazing people I've interviewed and had on the Author Revolution Podcast over the past two years. I'm going to give you a rundown of each person, so in case you missed their chat, you can go back and have a listen. Here we go... Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/108.Support the showThank you for tuning into the Author Revolution Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. For more insights and inspiration, visit Author Revolution. Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and exclusive content: Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
Nov 17, 2021 • 1h 10min
Interview with Bestselling Author EE Holmes
Send us a textHave you ever read a series that really captured your imagination and held you in its grasp? That's what the Gateway Trilogy was like for me. I read the series as I was preparing to get into the paranormal vibe for writing the Windhaven Witches series and I am SO glad I did. In today's episode, I had the great privilege of speaking with Bestselling Indie Author, EE Holmes - author of The Gateway Trilogy, The Gateway Trackers, and the brand new Riftmagic Saga. She tells us all about her indie author journey - what it was like to publish in 2013 and the struggles of writing as a mom during the pandemic. Plus, she even dives into some tips for her fellow indies. Have a listen!Be sure to check out the show notes by going to https://authorrevolution.org/107.Support the showThank you for tuning into the Author Revolution Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. For more insights and inspiration, visit Author Revolution. Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and exclusive content: Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
