
The Rebel Author Podcast
A motivational show for all the creatives out there with an inner rebel. Listen for interviews, industry news, tips, tricks and tools to help you take your creative business to the next level.
Latest episodes

Sep 25, 2024 • 1h 2min
261 Project Managing Kickstarters with Petra Tayler
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
What Kickstarter is and why authors should use it
How to project manage better
Aligning your Kickstarter with your brand
Different wants between Kickstarter backers and normal readers
How long does a Kickstarter take – including post production
Links I mentioned:
Support my Kickstarter
Find out more about Petra:
Petra's Contact Page
Rebel of the Week is: Sasha Wasley
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
2 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Jacqueline Hayley and Sasha Wasley. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack

Sep 18, 2024 • 54min
260 Crafting Multidimensional Villains with Dana Pittman
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
Elements of a multidimensional villain
Villain’s relationship with the protagonist
Common mistakes when creating villains
Developing back stories that add depth
Building anticipation in your story
Links I mentioned:
Support my Kickstarter
Find out more about Dana:
Danja Tales
Rebel of the Week is: Matthew
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Kylie Haddix. A big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
This episode is sponsored by Fictionary
Find out more about Fictionary StoryCoach Certification here.
As a rebel listener you can get 25% off StoryTeller, StoryTeller Premium and certification with code REBEL25.

Sep 11, 2024 • 1h 5min
259 Using the Enneagram to Find the YOU in Your Story With Dani Abernathy
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
How to use the enneagram in your work
Infusing your personal experiences into your worldbuilding
Fully embracing the “you” in your stories
Steps for worldbuilding and story development
Balancing an immersive universe with multidimensional characters
Why stories have the power to change the world
Links I mentioned:
Follow my Kickstarter
Find out more about Dani:
Instagram @daniabernathyauthor
Untapped Writing Superpower Quiz
Rebel of the Week is: Poornima
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Julia Gandrud. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KOBO WRITING LIFE
Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.

Sep 4, 2024 • 56min
258 Horror, Voice and Co-Writing with an Estate with Daniel Kraus
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
Writing process of co-writing with an estate
What the horror genre can uniquely express
Common mistakes when writing horror
How to deepen theme in your work
George A. Romero – the man vs. the director
Links I mentioned:
Kimberly Grymes 4 Week Story Prep
Find out more about Daniel:
Pay the Piper
danielkraus.com
Rebel of the Week is: MJ
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
3 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Samantha Reynolds, May-Brit, and Trish Gillham. A big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
This Show is Sponsored by ProWritingAid
Rebel Discount link
Twitter, Facebook, Instagram

Sep 1, 2024 • 54min
The Black Herron: Episode 24
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-four between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode twenty-four. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.
To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.
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If you haven’t read The Anatomy of a Best Seller, what are you waiting for? Grab my latest craft book and start deconstructing so you can write your own best seller today.

Aug 28, 2024 • 55min
257 SEO for Authors with Estelle Van de Velde
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
The importance of SEO in an author’s online presence
Understanding the intent behind a user’s search
Creating SEO-friendly social media captions
What keywords are and how to use them
Optimising an Amazon book listing for better search visibility
Find out more about Estelle:
Read SEO for Authors
YouTube Channel
Rebel of the Week is: Ida
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
A big thank you to Holly Dunn for upping their pledge and to all my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
This episode is sponsored by Fictionary
Find out more about Fictionary Software + Fictionary Live! here.
As a rebel listener you can get 25% off StoryTeller, StoryTeller Premium and certification with code REBEL25.

Aug 21, 2024 • 56min
256 From Indie to Traditional Publishing with Helen Glynn Jones
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
The journey from indie to trad
Tips for pitching and querying
Biggest differences between trad and indie publishing
Common mistakes when approaching traditional publishing
Craft lessons learned from ghostwriting
Find out more about Helen:
Threads @HelenGlynnJones
Instagram @HelenGlynnJones
TikTok @helenglynnjones
Read The Last Raven
Rebel of the Week is: Lisa
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KOBO WRITING LIFE
Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.

Aug 14, 2024 • 58min
255 Thrifty Tips for a 7-Figure Author Business with Vanessa Vale
Join Vanessa Vale, a savvy author known for her entrepreneurial flair, as she shares her journey to crafting a seven-figure author business. She unpacks a brick-by-brick strategy that emphasizes consistent output and clever content repurposing. Learn how to build a resilient author brand amidst industry shifts and maintain a loyal readership. Vanessa also discusses sustainable marketing tactics and the significance of understanding niche markets for long-term success. Tune in for an insightful blend of creativity and business acumen!

Aug 7, 2024 • 57min
254 Multiple Pathways to Publishing with Emily E K Murdoch
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
Differences between self-publishing, independent publishing, and traditional publishing
Publishing across different genres
Working with an agent as a self-published author
Managing your time and creative energy
Advice for diversifying your publishing approaches
Find out more about Emily:
emilyekmurdoch.com
You Can Write More Words Course - 50% off with code REBEL
Preorder Regina
Instagram @emilyekmurdoch
Rebel of the Week is: Ruth
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
A big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
This Show is Sponsored by ProWritingAid
Rebel Discount link
Twitter, Facebook, Instagram

Aug 1, 2024 • 51min
The Black Herron: Episode 23
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-three between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode twenty-three. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here.
To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.
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If you haven’t read The Anatomy of a Best Seller, what are you waiting for? Grab my latest craft book and start deconstructing so you can write your own best seller today.