The Self Publishing Show
Mark Dawson
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.
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.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Jun 16, 2017 • 50min
SPF-069: From Legal Eagle to Bestselling Author – with Steve Cavanagh
Lawyer and traditionally published author, Steve Cavanagh, talks to SPF about the joy of creating US-based legal thrillers and his own route to getting published and achieving bestseller status.
Jun 9, 2017 • 53min
SPF-068: How to get started in Self Publishing – with Mark Dawson
What happens after an indie author types THE END? Mark and James talk to several self-published authors about the journey from finished manuscript to published book, covering topics such as the importance of a durable author platform, solid launch strategies and the self publishing community.
Jun 2, 2017 • 46min
SPF-067: Self Publishing – How Much Does it Cost? – with Mark Dawson
How much money should you reasonably expect to invest when self-publishing a book? Mark Dawson and James Blatch share the all-important financial details that indie authors need to know about.
May 26, 2017 • 40min
SPF-066: The One Thing I Wish I’d Known When Starting My Indie Author Career – with Mark Dawson
Best-selling indie author Mark Dawson discusses 'The One Thing' he wished he'd known when starting out on his indie author career.
May 19, 2017 • 37min
SPF-065: Know What Sells Before You Write – with Brian Spangler, Genre Report
Software engineer, Brian Spangler, talks to SPF about his data gathering app that helps authors understand the Amazon marketplace and reveal which categories offer the highest profit potential.
May 12, 2017 • 47min
SPF-064: From Comic Book Hero to Indie Author – with 2000 AD’s Pat Mills
Legendary comic book author, Pat Mills, creator of 2000 AD, featuring Judge Dredd, talks to SPF about the state of the nation in the comic book industry, his move to writing text novels, and what he's learned from his experiences dealing with Hollywood.
May 5, 2017 • 50min
SPF-063: How to start an Indie Publishing Empire – with Michael Anderle
Science fiction author Michael Anderle talks to James about writing fast, finding voracious readers and building a publishing empire, one book at a time.
Apr 28, 2017 • 56min
SPF-0062: The Short Story Miracle Man – with author T.S. Paul
Sci-fi and paranormal author TS Paul shares with James how he's flouted every indie author 'rule' for writing, publishing and platform building, and has subsequently had huge success selling his short fiction.
Apr 21, 2017 • 37min
SPF-061: How to Road Test your Book Idea – with Dave Chesson, Kindlepreneur
In this week's episode, Kindlepreneur's Dave Chesson explains how to validate your book idea before you start the long-term and time-consuming process of writing your novel.
Apr 14, 2017 • 50min
SPF-060: Talking the Talk – with Dragon Dictation expert Scott Baker
Dictating your first draft, as opposed to typing it, can exponentially increase a writer's daily word count. James talks to Dragon Trainer Scott Baker about tips, tricks, and equipment to get you dictating like a pro.
