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
Aug 5, 2022 • 43min
SPS-342: Empowering Indie Authors - with Cara Alwill
Cara Alwill always wished she had a mentor, so now she writes self-help books to encourage other women to pursue their dreams.
Jul 29, 2022 • 31min
SPS-341: Writing Into Retirement - with M. Lee Prescott
Mary Lee Prescott is happily busy working on her second career. Writing used to be a hobby but now that she’d ‘retired’ she’s working full steam ahead in both the mystery and romance genres.
Jul 22, 2022 • 60min
SPS-340: The Self Publishing Show Live! 2022 (Show Recap) - Mark Dawson & James Blatch
After a 2-year enforced hiatus, the Self Publishing Show Live! returned to London in 2022 - this time for a two-day run. This episode recaps the wide variety of speakers and presentations on offer ahead of the launch of the show's recorded sessions.
Jul 15, 2022 • 45min
SPS-339: Back to School: Selling Children’s Books - with Daniel Jude Miller
How writer and illustrator Daniel Jude Miller makes a living entirely through school visits.
Jul 8, 2022 • 40min
SPS-338: Writing Authentic Characters - with Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer
As a member of the Choctaw tribe, Sarah explains the importance of writing characters sensitively and authentically.
Jul 1, 2022 • 41min
SPS-337: PR Services for Authors - with Lilian Sue
Lilian Sue is a PR coach and publicist helping authors develop healthy mindsets and strategies.
Jun 24, 2022 • 41min
SPS-336: Kobo Writing Life: Reach New Readers - with Tara Cremin
Kobo’s Tara Cremin explains why you’re leaving millions of readers on the table.
Jun 17, 2022 • 1h 1min
SPS-335: Publishing the New Poirot - with Sophie Hannah
Currently teaching a writing course at Cambridge University, Sophie Hannah discusses the publishing routes available to new authors.
Jun 10, 2022 • 1h 1min
SPS-334: Flying into Fiction: Video Games & NFTs - with Nicholas Narbutovskih
Jun 3, 2022 • 44min
SPS-333: Building Better Worlds: Special Effects & Writing - with Chrissy Metge
Chrissy Metge isn’t just an author of children’s books – she also works on the special effects for some of Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters.
