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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Oct 7, 2020 • 28min
The 20 Hats of Indie Authors
Send us a textIndie authors are badasses. Not only do we write with the best of them, but we wear a bazillion hats, too. Okay, so admittedly, it's more like 20 or so, but still! That's a lot of hats!In today's episode, we're piecing apart all the distinct hats indies authors wear and what each one does. That way, we have a clear picture going forward with our author careers. Ready?Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/49.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!
Sep 30, 2020 • 18min
Carissa's 1st Solo List-Aiming Results
Send us a textThe list-aim results are in for Carissa's first-ever solo list-aiming attempt. Did it provide the results she was hoping for? Or did all the hard work miss its mark?In today's episode, we'll be talking all about the results, as well as go over some tips and tricks in terms of keeping your sanity while you wait for the results. Plus, how to handle the news when it finally comes in. Ready?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!
Sep 23, 2020 • 27min
List-Aiming 2020 (Hindsight, that is!)
Send us a textSecret Legacy's list-aim launch week is finally over. It's been a year in the making to get here. So, did everything go as planned? Or did things fall apart?In today's episode, I'm going to use hindsight to our advantage and tell you what worked and what didn't work for the list-aim launch. Listen now!Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/47.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!
Sep 9, 2020 • 22min
Kicking Book Launch Anxiety to the Curb
Send us a textLaunch weeks can be extremely stressful. There's a lot to think about and even more to be doing. Because of this, most authors either go completely crazy or they wing the whole thing entirely.In this week's podcast episode, we're going to talk about 7 tips to keep your stress levels down and maintain your sanity during a book launch. You ready?Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/46.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!
Sep 2, 2020 • 52min
Talking Author Automations with Special Guest Stephen Gordon
Send us a textThere are always things we can automate. When we're thinking of rapid releasing, this becomes paramount. But where do we begin?In today's episode, I'm talking to special guest, Stephen Gordon. He's the founder of Email Marketing Superstars and known in the online marketing space as the "automations guy." He delivers some insightful tips on how to bring automations to your author business. Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/45.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!
Aug 26, 2020 • 32min
List-Aiming with a Rapid Release Series
Send us a textYou want to be a bestselling author, right? Have you dreamed about having NYT Bestselling Author beside your name, but you're not sure how you're going to get there?In today's episode, I'm talking about list-aiming your book or series so it can hit the USAT or NYT Bestseller lists. We'll be including information on what guidelines you need to qualify, as well as the details from my list-aim for Secret Legacy so far.Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/44.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!
Aug 19, 2020 • 19min
Carissa's Best Analogy for Wrapping Your Head Around Rapid Releasing
Send us a textRapid releasing can be a love/hate scenario. Some authors love the challenge, while others hate the frantic pace. But for new authors who have never heard of it - or are maybe even afraid of it - what's the best analogy to help them understand the work involved?In today's episode, I'm talking all about the best way to view the synergy of rapid releasing in the simplest of terms. Start listening now to find out what analogy works best.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!
Aug 12, 2020 • 11min
Which Platform Should You Focus on to Rapid Release?
Send us a textIf you're thinking about giving rapid releasing a try, you're probably wondering which platforms would make the most sense, too. Don't make things harder on yourself than they need to be. You'll want to focus on the one with the biggest bang for your buck.In today's episode, let's talk about the best platforms to use and when or where to leverage the others. Because there's a time and a place for everything. Ready?Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/42.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!
Aug 5, 2020 • 46min
Can Hiring a PA Increase Your Publishing Speed?
Send us a textAre you struggling to keep up with all the stuff an indie author has to do? What if you could actually get some help? Would you take it? Now, before you ask what's the catch, I'm talking about hiring your very own PA (or personal assistant). No, it's not as out of reach as you might think. In fact, it just might help you increase your publishing speed AND your royalties, too.In today's episode, I'm interviewing my own PA, Jenny Bodle. You won't want to miss this.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!
Jul 29, 2020 • 23min
Carissa's Tips for Juggling Kids and Writing
Send us a textWe love our kids to death, but how do we find time to write when they want to so much of our time? Do we have to wait until they leave the nest? Or sneak in time during the wee hours of the morning, or late hours of the night?In today's episode, I'm dropping 11 tips and tricks I've learned over the past six years of working exclusively from home - with five kids in the house.Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/40.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!
