The Author Revolution® Podcast

Carissa Andrews
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Sep 1, 2021 • 16min

The Audacity to Be Revolutionary

Send us a textIn the past decade, indie publishing revolutionized the way authors come at their careers. Gone are the gatekeepers, yes. But it doesn't mean we've done everything right. In fact, I'd say we have some work to do. In today's episode, I'm talking about what it means to be a badass, author revolutionary. In my opinion, we have an obligation to change the course of indie authorship toward one that involves more royalties, sure. But more balance and long-term sustainability, too. Click here to have a listen:Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/96.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!
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Aug 25, 2021 • 17min

New Rapid Release Strategy for WIDE Authors

Send us a textFor most authors, learning to master Amazon as a publishing platform first before adding anything else into the mix makes the most sense. But what if you're not a fan of Amazon? Or if you want to be a wide author from the get-go? Well...In today's episode, I'm laying out a new strategy for utilizing rapid releasing for authors who want to be WIDE. It's one that I plan to use when I launch a new series in 2022, but it's one you might want to start implementing today. Have a listen!Be sure to check out the show notes by going to https://authorrevolution.org/95.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!
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Aug 18, 2021 • 17min

What is Amazon A+ Content?

Send us a textAmazon has recently given authors a new tool to format their book's sales page to make it more appealing to readers. If you've ever seen books with a "From the Publisher" section that has a ton more options for images and content, you know what I'm talking about. In today's episode, I'm discussing Amazon's A+ Content and what it means for indie authors. If you'd like to learn more about this new way to format your book's sales page on Amazon, have a listen!Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/94.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!
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Aug 11, 2021 • 17min

Is Perfectionism Keeping Your Author Career Stuck?

Send us a textI've seen it time and time again... Authors never getting past the planning phase because they don't feel ready. Their plan isn't perfect. There truly is no such thing as perfect, but all too often, we find ourselves locked in by our idea of perfection. This, in turn, keeps us striving, but never really arriving at our destination. It's time to break through all of that. In today's episode, I'm discussing perfectionism and how it actually keeps us STUCK rather than doing the thing we want to do most. Plus, get some tips on moving past it so you can become the author you were always meant to be. Have a listen!Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/93.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!
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Aug 4, 2021 • 18min

Decluttering Your Life to Make Room for BIG THINGS

Send us a textSometimes we keep people, groups, and things in our lives longer than we really should. In trying to declutter my own life so I can bring in more of the stuff that lights me up, I've had to make some tough decisions. Luckily, I really do believe that when one door closes, another door opens. Or in my case, opens wider... In today's episode, I'm talking about my own experience and recent personal breakthrough in decluttering. It wasn't an easy goodbye, but it's one that I have no doubt will increase my productivity and creativity. And I know you can learn from the lesson, too. Have a listen. Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/92.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!
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Jul 28, 2021 • 14min

The Grieving Author's Guide to Writing

Send us a textLife has a funny way of changing plans and making us rethink things. This past week, I lost a dear friend of mine to cancer and it's impacted me in more ways than I can count. As much as we'd like to believe we can carry on, sometimes we need to honor where we are.In today's episode, I'm going to be talking about grief and how to deal with it when it impacts your writing. It's not always easy, but we authors are pretty special. Our superpower is healing through the power of our words. Have a listen: Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/91.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!
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Jul 21, 2021 • 22min

How to Write A Series Outline

Send us a textOne of the questions I get asked all the time is: How do you write a series outline? There's a lot of info out on the interwebs that can overcomplicate it. You shouldn't have to spend weeks or months planning it out or doing character development. There's an easier way.In today's episode, we're going through my process to getting a 4-book series mapped out in less time than you might think. If you've been wanting to start your prolific author career, this is a must-listen episode. Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/90.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!
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Jul 14, 2021 • 20min

Is Self Publishing Profitable? Carissa’s Top 3 Tips

Send us a textA lot of authors come into the self publishing world, hoping they can earn some decent money. Others, though, question whether or not being profitable is even possible. In today's episode, we're going to talk about whether or not self publishing can actually be profitable. PLUS get my tips on how to increase profitability, if you feel yours is too low. Have a listen! Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/89.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!
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Jul 7, 2021 • 29min

Industry Expert Interview: Amanda Rose

Send us a textHaving the right mindset really is key to ultimate success. As indie authors, some of us have the right mindset in place, while others struggle with it a bit. Regardless of which camp you fall into, getting clear on where your mindset is will help you stay on track. In today's episode, I got to interview Amanda Rose, CEO of The Infinite Power of You, Inc. She's a business and mindset coach, as well as a prolific author herself. She's here to talk to us about why having the right mindset can put you on the path to success. Have a listen! Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/88.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!
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Jun 30, 2021 • 21min

Creating More Freedom In Your Writing Life

Send us a textIt's almost July 4th weekend here in the US and I've been thinking a lot about what "freedom" means to me as an author. I want more financial freedom and more freedom to write what I want to write. In today's episode, we're discussing what freedom means to us and how to make room for MORE freedom in our author lives. Are you ready? Have a listen now: Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/87.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!

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