The Wordslinger Podcast

Anyone who has ever wanted to write books for a living has faced the question of genre. Some people just know instinctively what they want to write, but even with that question settled they may still struggle with the best way to reach and build their audience and their revenue stream. Author Christ Fox dealt with these issues as well, and even though he knew exactly what he wanted to write, he quickly discovered that even readers in his genre might not want to read his work. So he became more targeted, and soon learned to write for the market. He shares some of that insight in this interview. CONNECT WITH CHRIS ONLINE: Website: chrisfoxwrites.com Twitter handle(s): @ScholarlyFox Facebook: http://facebook.com/chrisfoxwrites.com Amazon Author page: http://www.amazon.com/Chris-Fox/e/B00OXCKD2 ___ GOT A QUESTION FOR KEVIN AND HIS GUESTS? CALL 281-809-WORD (9673) Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe

Libbie Hawker has made a career out of following her interests—from penning historic fiction to writing guides to help other authors do what she does, through outlining, plotting, and copywriting best-practices. In this interview, Libbie talks about her work, her inspirations, how she gets it all done, and how indie publishing and traditional publishing don't necessarily have to be at odds with each other. CONNECT WITH LIBBIE ONLINE: Website: libbiehawker.com Twitter handle: @libhawker Facebook: facebook.com/libbie.hawker Amazon Author page: http://www.amazon.com/Libbie-Hawker/e/B00CCRAKWM/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1456501073&sr=8-1 ___ GOT A QUESTION FOR KEVIN AND HIS GUESTS? CALL 281-809-WORD (9673) Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe

KIRSTEN MCCAY-SMITH AUTHOR OF LIVING IN AN RV Downsizing is tough enough. Downsizing and then getting on the road full time, living with your spouse in a space not much bigger than your previous living room, can be a serious challenge. As Kevin and his wife move toward exactly that lifestyle, they get advice from someone who has been there, done that. This week, Kirsten McCay-Smith talks mobile living with the Wordslinger. CONNECT WITH KIRSTEN ONLINE: Twitter: @fitnessdivakir Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheKarsAdventures/ MENTIONS: Get Kevin Tumlinson's book 30-Day Author for only 99-cents, now through January 31, 2016! ___ GOT A QUESTION FOR KEVIN AND HIS GUESTS? CALL 281-809-WORD (9673) Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe

MELISSA BURCH AUTHOR OF MY JOURNEY THROUGH WAR AND PEACE Melissa Burch is the author of My Journey Through War and Peace: Explorations of a Young Filmmaker, Feminist and Spiritual Seeker. She's also a filmmaker, producer and war journalist. Her team was one of the first documentary crews in the Soviet Union at the height of the Cold War. A story about her in Afghanistan was featured in The New York Times. In this episode of the Wordslinger Podcast, Kevin and Melissa talk about her work, her history, and the unconventional ways in which she is marketing her book. CONNECT WITH MELISSA ONLINE: Website: www.melissa-burch.com Twitter: @melissaburch - twitter.com/melissaburch MENTIONS: Smarter Artist Summit - smarterartistsummit.com ___ GOT A QUESTION FOR KEVIN AND HIS GUESTS? CALL 281-809-WORD (9673) Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe

Feeling good is the kind of thing we never quite think about. We get so busy building our careers, trying to be more productive, trying to balance work against family life—we can sometimes forget that our bodies are part of the equation. Roland Denzel realized this years ago, and he's been sharing everything he learns about eating better, getting fit, and living well. This episode takes a look at some of Roland's philosophy, so that you can start feeling better right now. CONNECT WITH ROLAND ONLINE: Website: EatWellMoveWell.com Twitter: @rolanddenzel - https://twitter.com/rolanddenzel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roland.denzel Amazon Author Page: http://www.amazon.com/Roland-Denzel/e/B00ALPZD1U MENTIONS: Sleep hygiene checklist — http://eatwellmovewell.com/2016/the-sleep-hygiene-checklist/ 'Cool' glasses — http://www.amazon.com/OX-Legacy-Blocking-Rectangle-Anti-Glare/dp/B00WZXIIEA/ Even cooler glasses (because you can wear them over your normal glasses) — . http://www.amazon.com/Uvex-S0360X-Ultra-spec-SCT-Orange-Anti-Fog/dp/B003OBZ64M/ ___ GOT A QUESTION FOR KEVIN AND HIS GUESTS? CALL 281-809-WORD (9673) Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe

SIMON WHISTLER PODCASTER, YOUTUBER & AUTHOR OF AUDIOBOOKS FOR INDIES There's a saying that goes "If you want to really learn something, teach it." Simon Whistler knows that truism first hand, as his Rocking Self Publishing Podcast has helped thousands of budding authors learn the biz right alongside Simon himself. But his entrepreneurial growth doesn't stop there. Simon is on to conquering book narration and YouTube, just as a start. This episode of the Wordslinger Podcast dives into the growing empire of Simon Whistler. CONNECT WITH SIMON ONLINE: Website: http://rockingselfpublishing.com/ Twitter: @RSPPodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simon.whistler.5?fref=ts Amazon Author Page: http://www.amazon.com/Simon-Whistler/e/B00MS8347I MENTIONS: Toptenz net -https://www.youtube.com/user/toptenznet Simon Whistler Vlogs - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvqt8j7DfPmveJp3UOk9XTg ___ GOT A QUESTION FOR KEVIN AND HIS GUESTS? CALL 281-809-WORD (9673) Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe

SIMON WHISTLER PODCASTER, YOUTUBER & AUTHOR OF AUDIOBOOKS FOR INDIES There's a saying that goes "If you want to really learn something, teach it." Simon Whistler knows that truism first hand, as his Rocking Self Publishing Podcast has helped thousands of budding authors learn the biz right alongside Simon himself. But his entrepreneurial growth doesn't stop there. Simon is on to conquering book narration and YouTube, just as a start. This episode of the Wordslinger Podcast dives into the growing empire of Simon Whistler. CONNECT WITH SIMON ONLINE: Website: http://rockingselfpublishing.com/ Twitter: @RSPPodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simon.whistler.5?fref=ts Amazon Author Page: http://www.amazon.com/Simon-Whistler/e/B00MS8347I MENTIONS: Toptenz net -https://www.youtube.com/user/toptenznet Simon Whistler Vlogs - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvqt8j7DfPmveJp3UOk9XTg ___ GOT A QUESTION FOR KEVIN AND HIS GUESTS? CALL 281-809-WORD (9673) Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe

J.D. DUDYCHA AUTHOR OF PAINT THE BLACK There's nothing that lends itself to metaphor more than sports, especially in America. We pepper our language with sports terminology—from referring to an easy success as a "slam dunk" to telling a repeat offender they're on their "third strike." Sports are a complex part of the language we use to describe our lives. Which may be why author J.D. Dudycha gravitated towards sports as a common theme in his work. In this episode of the Wordslinger Podcast, J.D. talks about his current books and his upcoming plans. CONNECT WITH J.D. DUDYCHA ONLINE: Website: www.jddudycha.com Twitter: @JDDudycha Facebooks: facebook.com/jdsmancave Amazon Author page: http://www.amazon.com/J.D.-Dudycha/e/B00YZ3ON38 ___ GOT A QUESTION FOR KEVIN AND HIS GUESTS? Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe

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SCOTT BARLOW FOUNDER OF HAPPEN TO YOUR CAREER Some people. They just can't let other folks toil in misery. And that's Scott Barlow, to a T. Scott sees lots of ways that all of us can have the exact career we're after. Who wants to go to a job they hate every day? Is that just how it is? Scott says no. And in this episode of the Wordslinger Podcast he shares with you exactly how to happen to your career. CONNECT WITH SCOTT BARLOW ONLINE: SIGN UP FOR SCOTT'S FREE 8-DAY COURSE! http://happentoyourcareer.com/wordslinger Website: http://happentoyourcareer.com/ Podcast: http://happentoyourcareer.com/podcast-2/ Twitter: @HTYCbiz Twitter: @scottabarlow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/happentoyourcareer MENTIONS: Free webinar to help YOU happen to your career! ___ GOT A QUESTION FOR KEVIN AND HIS GUESTS? CALL 281-809-WORD (9673) Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe