The Self Publishing Show
Mark Dawson is a best selling self-published author on multiple platforms including Amazon and Kobo. He is the author of the John Milton thriller series and its spin-off Beatrix Rose. In addition, he’s written several ‘Soho Noir' novels. Mark’s breakthrough came when he developed a marketing strategy for promoting and selling his books. His swift success enabled him to quit his 9 to 5 job and he has generated gross revenues of more than a million dollars in less than five years.
Mark has become a leading voice in the self publishing industry and he advocates and teaches a strategy based around offering books for free, mailing list development and social media advertising. In 2015, he published the first version of what is now his acclaimed online course ‘Advertising for Authors’. He has also developed a course for writers at the start of their careers – Self Publishing 101.
James Blatch co-hosts the podcast and he represents the first time, wannabe author. James is a former BBC News journalist who is currently writing his first novel.
Between them James and Mark explore the world of self publishing with a focus on actionable tips for new and experienced indie authors.
Latest episodes
May 27, 2022 • 46min
SPS-332: MiblArt: Cover Design During the War - with Julia Rozdobudko
Julia had to flee Ukraine due to the war, yet MiblArt’s work as a book cover design company continues.
May 20, 2022 • 43min
SPS-331: Websites for Writers - with Stuart Grant
Ace author website designer, Stuart Grant, explains why every author needs a site and how to go about securing one that's going to help you sell more books.
May 13, 2022 • 44min
SPS-330: Getting Ready for The Self Publishing Show Live! - with Mark Dawson & James Blatch
Two years on and it's back! Mark and James talk you through the exciting schedule for this year's upcoming two-day SPS event in London.
May 6, 2022 • 44min
SPS-329: Self-Publishing Fundamentals - with Mark Dawson & James Blatch
So how do you get started as an indie author? Let multi-million selling indie superstar Mark Dawson and newbie author James Blatch be your guides!
Apr 29, 2022 • 57min
SPS-328: Marie Force Be With You! 10 Million Copies Sold and Counting...
Indie author superstar, Marie Force, on what it takes to keep your readers coming back for more.
Apr 22, 2022 • 1h 4min
SPS-327: From Writing Conference to Writing Career - with Benedict Brown
Benedict Brown had almost given up on writing until he attended the Self Publishing Show Live. Now he’s a full-time author!
Apr 15, 2022 • 53min
SPS-326: Six Figures in Her First Year - with Nora Phoenix
Nora Phoenix jumped straight into full-time writing with a six-figure salary… without running paid advertising.
Apr 8, 2022 • 1h 2min
SPS-325: SPS-325: Fat Vampire: From Book to TV - with Johnny B. Truant
Johnny B. Truant discusses Sterling & Stone, writing over 100 books, and his upcoming TV adaptation.
Apr 1, 2022 • 46min
SPS-324: Canines and Criminals: Finding Your Niche - with Jodi Burnett
Mar 25, 2022 • 50min
SPS-323: Why Did Draft2Digital Acquire Smashwords? - with Kevin Tumlinson
Two publishing aggregate giants become one.
