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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Apr 14, 2021 • 25min
Why Rapid Release Authors Should Hire a PA Early in Their Author Career
Send us a textAuthors are notorious for being introverts and lone wolves. Often, this mentality can make reaching success in their author careers much harder than it needs to be. On the other hand, sometimes it's really just hard to ask for help. However, as a rapid-release author, there's often too much for one person to take on. So what's an author to do? Hire a PA, of course!In today's episode, I'm talking about all the ways a personal assistant can help an author free up time, expand their reach, and earn more. Click here to have a listen! Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/76.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: YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
Apr 7, 2021 • 44min
Industry Expert Interview: Bryan Cohen (Best Page Forward | Amazon Ad School)
Send us a textIf you've been in the indie author space, chances are, you've already heard of today's guest. He's known as the book blurb guy, the ad guy, and the co-host of the Sell More Books Show.Yes, that's right... In today's podcast episode, I'm talking with Bryan Cohen, author, CEO of Best Page Forward, and founder of the Amazon Ad School. We talk about his journey, why book descriptions matter, and how to get in on the latest Amazon Ad Profit Challenge. Have a listen!Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/75.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: YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
Mar 31, 2021 • 19min
CASE STUDY: Bookbub Featured Deal v Freebooksy Series Promo
Send us a textAuthors are always looking for the best way to feature their books so they can gain attention, attract readers, and ultimately, get them sales. We've been discussing promo stacking, but last week I put FreeBooksy's Series Promo to the test to see if it's worth all the hype.In today's podcast episode, I'm going over the results from the past week's stacked promos for the Windhaven Witches. And in specific, the Freebooksy Series Promo and how it compares to last year's BookBub Featured Deal. The results might surprise you.Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/74.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: YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
Mar 24, 2021 • 23min
Deviating from the Plan: Is it Ever Okay to Cancel or Postpone Launches?
Send us a textFear can get in the way of a lot of things. For example, it can keep you from reaching your true potential and getting your books out there. Maybe you don't put books up on preorder or launch them as fast as you could. But what happens when you make those plans with the best intentions, only to have something fall through?In today's podcast episode, I'll be discussing the topic many authors are afraid of - postponing or canceling a launch. Is there ever a time when this is okay? Or should you force yourself through just to appease your readers? Find out my take on this subject by having a listen. Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/73.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: YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
Mar 17, 2021 • 28min
Industry Expert Interview: Ryan Zee (Plottr | BookSweeps)
Send us a textFor many new authors, the idea of plotting is a bit cringeworthy. We're creatives and our creativity can't be contained! Or can it? I was a pantser at first and I can honestly tell you that plotting changed my author world for the better. It can do the same for you, too.In today's podcast episode, I'm interviewing Ryan Zee from Plottr and BookSweeps. If you're never heard of Plottr before, you'll definitely want to listen up. Not only do we talk about this incredibly powerful plotting program, but how to use it in some nontraditional ways, as well. Check it out!Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/72.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: YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
Mar 10, 2021 • 17min
The Truth About Reading in Your Genre
Send us a textMost authors, at least, most that I've talked to, are also readers. However, one interesting thing that happens when they start writing... they stop reading! Why is this? Most of the time, it comes down to fear. They're afraid their own work might be "tainted" or they could accidentally plagiarize. In today's podcast episode, I want to talk about reading in our own genre. Should we be doing it? Or is it a minefield for potential lawsuits? Well, I'll let you be the judge. ;) Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/71.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: YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
Mar 3, 2021 • 34min
Industry Expert Interview: Clayton Noblit (Written Word Media)
Send us a textAll of us indie authors wonder what the magic bullet is for making our books and career more successful. What it is may (or maybe not) surprise you. One thing's for sure, it means getting your mindset in the right place so you can make it happen. In today's podcast episode, I'm interviewing Clayton Noblit, Written Word Media's Digital Marketing Manager. Not only do they run successful promo sites like Freebooksy and Bargainbooksy - but they've also done some invaluable surveys on the indie author community. Trust me, you need to know what they're all about. Have a listen!Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/70.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: YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
Feb 24, 2021 • 51min
Industry Expert Interview: David Gaughran
Send us a textHave you been thinking about your 2021 marketing strategies yet? There are a number of levers an indie author can use from free books to promo sites and, of course, paid advertising. In today's podcast episode, I'm interviewing indie author and marketing guru, David Gaughran. We'll be diving into indie author marketing topics like promo stacking, free books versus 99 cent deals, and much more. You definitely won't want to miss it!Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/69.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: YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
Feb 17, 2021 • 22min
Joss Whedon: Separating Creator From Creation
Send us a textOne of my writerly idols, Joss Whedon, has undergone a scandal this past week that I don't think he's ever going to rebound from. At least, not in the eyes of those - like me - who admired his work. In today's podcast episode, I'm talking about how we, as authors, can take a good hard look at the scandal that's broken with Joss Whedon and ask ourselves some hard questions. For example, can (or should) we separate creator from creation? And if so what impact does that have for us?Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/68.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: YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
Feb 10, 2021 • 18min
What Does it Take to Make Consistent Author Income?
Send us a textHave you ever looked at other indies and wondered how they seem to make so much money? Or maybe you've even thought to yourself that you must be missing something because you're still not earning what you think you should be...In today's podcast episode, we're talking about the three pillars you need to have in place to make consistent author royalties month after month. If you're an author who's been wondering why your royalties are so low, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/67.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: YouTube Go forth and start your author revolution!
