Reedsy Live: The Podcast
A community of 1,000,000 authors and publishing professionals. We help authors create and market the best indie books π€ Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and SoundCloud for a new episode every week!
Latest episodes
Jan 17, 2025 β’ 24min
Reedsy Live: 7 Steps To Write Your Non-Fiction Book with Joanna Penn
π Learn to write the non-fiction book of your dreams with bestselling author Joanna Penn
π You can find a written summary of this podcast episode here:
https://blog.reedsy.com/live/write-non-fiction-book-in-2025/
Jan 3, 2025 β’ 35min
Reedsy Live: How to Generate Great Story Ideas with Tom Bromley
π Author Tom Bromley shows you how to build your own story factory
π Find the highlights of this podcast episode here:
https://blog.reedsy.com/live/generate-story-ideas/
Dec 26, 2024 β’ 37min
Reedsy Live: Creative Writing Masterclass with Thriller Author Andy Maslen
π Thriller author Andy Maslen talks about his writing process.
Dec 20, 2024 β’ 24min
Reedsy Live: Common Traits of Successful Young Adult Novels with Parul Bavishi & Rebecca Monterusso
π Editors Parul Bavishi and Rebecca Monterusso discuss the art of writing YA fiction that appeals to both teens and adults
π Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:
https://blog.reedsy.com/live/traits-of-successful-ya-novels/
Dec 13, 2024 β’ 20min
Reedsy Live: How to Avoid Common Suspense Pitfalls with Alyssa Matesic
π Editor Alyssa Matesic shares the biggest and most common pitfalls that she's encountered in suspense manuscripts
π Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:
https://blog.reedsy.com/live/suspense-pitfalls/
Dec 6, 2024 β’ 31min
Reedsy Live: Creating Believable Characters with Caroline Leavitt and Gina Sorell
π Editors Caroline Leavitt and Gina Sorell discuss their processes for creating believable characters
π Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:
https://blog.reedsy.com/live/creating-believable-characters/
Nov 22, 2024 β’ 23min
Reedsy Live: Traditional vs Self-Publishing with Paul Bradley Carr
π Author Paul Bradley Carr reveals his reasons for switching from traditional to self-publishing
π Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:
https://blog.reedsy.com/live/self-trad-paul-bradley-carr/
Nov 15, 2024 β’ 49min
Reedsy Live: Novel-Writing Q&A with Tom Bromley #2
π Join Reedsy's head of learning for an open Q&A session
π Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:
blog.reedsy.com/live/novel-writing-QA/
Nov 8, 2024 β’ 30min
Reedsy Live: What You Can Learn From an ADHD Writer with Jackson Dickert
Discover unique storytelling methods from a writer with ADHD, emphasizing the art of planning and character development. Dive into crafting suspenseful narratives with dynamic characters and strategies to enhance reader engagement. Learn effective techniques to boost productivity and counter distractions, like the Pomodoro method. Explore the critical role of conflict in character growth and tips for overcoming writer's block, while appreciating the value of distinct character traits and physical books for honing writing skills.
Nov 1, 2024 β’ 22min
Reedsy Live: How to Create Recommendable Non-Fiction with Devin Hunt
π Discover the key to creating useful books your readers will want to share.
π Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:
https://blog.reedsy.com/live/recommendable-non-fiction/
