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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Jul 8, 2020 • 19min
What's the #1 Thing You Gotta Nail in a Rapid Release Series?
Send us a textAre planning on giving rapid release a try? If so, there is one thing that you're going to want to nail before it launches. Otherwise, you could end up with a womp womp launch.In today's episode, we're going to be talking about the #1 thing that can make or break your series. What it is, why it's important, and 5 ways you can make it rock. Ready?Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/37.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 1, 2020 • 24min
Carissa’s Top 10 Work Smarter, Not Harder Tips for Rapid Releasers
Send us a textWith it being summer, it's harder to want to stick to our publishing schedules. What if we could have it all? Rapid release and still have some time outside in the sun?In today's episode, we talk about Carissa's top 10 tips to help rapid release authors work smarter, not harder. They're easy and actionable and you can put them to use starting today.Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/36.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!
Jun 24, 2020 • 20min
Should You Ever Stop Writing a Series that’s Not Working?
Send us a textHave you ever struggled so much with a series that you wondered whether or not you should just stop writing a series altogether? You're not alone.In today's episode, we talk about the 7 reasons you should opt-out of a series and start writing something else. We'll also go over 6 tips to consider BEFORE you call it quits.Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/35.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!
Jun 17, 2020 • 30min
Do Covers Matter if You Rapid Release?
Send us a textWhen you're a rapid release author, some aspects of our marketing and publishing get condensed or shifted off to the side. In today's episode, we'll dive into the topic of whether or not covers matter in rapid released series. We'll also touch on tips to design your own covers or tips to working with a new cover designer. You won't want to miss it.Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/34.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!
Jun 10, 2020 • 11min
How Authors Can Make a Difference in the World
Send us a textOur world is a colorful one. As authors, we can make the world a better place by celebrating our differences and highlighting the beauty all around us.In today's episode, we talk about three big ways authors can make an impact in the world by celebrating diversity and supporting the causes that are forward-thinking.Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/33.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!
Jun 3, 2020 • 3min
We Are All One Race - The Human Race
Send us a textThere's a lot weighing on my mind right now, my friend. In honor of #BlackoutTuesday and in standing in solidarity, the Author Revolution Podcast is taking a deliberate beat to pause, think about things, and determine a better course of action that will help be the change I wish to see in the world.To my broths and sisters of color - Author Revolution (and I, Carissa Andrews) - stand in solidarity with you.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!
May 27, 2020 • 20min
Do Word Count Goals Matter with Rapid Releasing?
Send us a textNothing is more important to a rapid release author than writing consistently. One of the best ways to do that is to have clear deadlines and word count goals. Are you using them?In today's episode, we're going to talk about word counts – why they matter, how to leverage them, and when to ignore the rules. Most importantly, we'll also determine how they're important when Rapid Releasing.Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/31.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!
May 20, 2020 • 16min
What Does Clarity of Vision Have to Do with Rapid Releasing?
Send us a textBeing a driven author who wants to make a difference in the world with our writing can be hard. Not only that, but without understanding why we write and how to reach our goals, rapid releasing may put some undue stress on us.In today's episode, we're going to get some much-needed clarity, my friend. Not only that, but we're going to talk about why it's important and how to go about getting it. You ready?Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/30.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!
May 13, 2020 • 17min
Why it’s Crucial to Invest in a Series for Rapid Releasing
Send us a textGetting to our author goal of 22-28 books to help us earn a full time living from our writing isn't easy. However, some decisions you make can make your life easier on the road to getting there.In today's episode, we're talking all about why a series is crucial when you rapid release, as well as how to test the market for your series concept, and when to know if you need to cut a series loose to start a new one.Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/29.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!
May 6, 2020 • 19min
The Rapid Release Author’s Guide to Finding Your Ideal Readers
Send us a textAre you hustling your buns off, trying to get sales for your books, only to manage a few crickets? Meanwhile, other authors in your genre are killing it? What gives?In today's episode, we're talking about identifying your ideal readers, as well as how to go about wooing them (along with other authors) to help you increase your exposure. You ready?Be sure to check out the show notes by going to authorrevolution.org/28.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!
