Episode 091 / Romantic comedy author Adriana Locke shares how she maintains balance in her life, shares some great tips on branding, and tells us how trauma in her life helped her make a big mindset shift. Intro notes:  The Creative Penn podcast about using mystery in all genres Six Figure Author podcast with Mark Leslie Lefebvre about his new book with Joanna Penn, The Relaxed Author Sara will be on Clubhouse October 14th, talking about translations with Ricardo Feyet of Reedsy and Dan Wood from Draft2Digital.  Question of the week: How would you like to edit your life?  Show notes:   Adriana started writing on a dare Why it’s important to not get stuck in a box of set expectations when it comes to marketing--why it’s good to question the premise A cover mistake that taught Adriana about branding The isolation of writing and why community is important for everyone--even introverts! Why asking “What should this book achieve for me?” helps Adriana keep her perspective and helps with work/life balance Why you sometimes have to “edit your life” to stay in balance  Come over and say hi to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com. Links:  Adriana’s  website: www.adrianalocke.com Twitter handle: @authoralocke Instagram handle: @authoradrianalocke Facebook Author Page: /authoradrianalocke The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes  Jami’s Launch Plan Sara’s Book Release Timeline Checklist

Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers

Adriana Locke on Branding and Editing Your Life

Episode 090 / Steamy rom com author Kayley Loring joins us today to talk about how she went from writing screenplays to writing novels.  Intro link:  Historical Mystery Day  Show notes: How Kayley got into screenwriting in Hollywood Kayley’s “under the radar” marketing plan of writing several books before focusing on marketing The power of series when it comes to marketing Why responding to readers is a great form of marketing Kayley’s reader-focused podcast, Multiple Eargasms, and how she uses the podcast to share bonus material with her readers Kayley’s thoughts on the chances of a rom com books being picked up by Hollywood for options and adaptations  Come over and say hi to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com.   Links:  Kayley’s website: https://www.kayleyloring.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayleyloring/ Facebook Author Page: https://www.facebook.com/authorkayleyloring/ The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes  Jami’s Launch Plan Sara’s Book Release Timeline Checklist

From Screenwriting to Writing Rom Com Novels with Kayley Loring

Episode 089 / Science fiction, fantasy, and horror author Angeline Trevena joins us today to talk about worldbuilding and being a discovery writer. Intro links:  Jami Albright free book Historical Mystery Day  Show notes:  The value of a university degree in writing versus the value of experience when it comes to novel writing The pros and cons of not writing specific tropes How Angeline came to run a sci fi/fantasy convention for her local library Why Angeline doesn’t have a reader Facebook group Angeline’s three rules of worldbuilding Myths about discovery writers Question of the Week: Are you a discovery writer or an outliner? Come over and say hi to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com. Genres discussed include science fiction, fantasy, urban fantasy, and dystopian Links:  Angeline’s website: https://www.angelinetrevena.co.uk Twitter: @angelinetrevena Instagram: @angelinetrevena Facebook Author Page: https://www.facebook.com/angelinetrevena/ The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes  Jami’s Launch Plan Sara’s Book Release Timeline Checklist

Angeline Trevena on Worldbuilding and Discovery Writing

Episode 088 /  In this podcast we chat with dark urban fantasy author H.B. Lyne, who also writes nonfiction for authors as Holly Lyne, including Goal Setting for Writers. Additionally, she co-hosts the Unstoppable Authors podcast. Intro links: Behind the Book podcast interview with Jami Albright Historical Mystery Day - Sept 29th Question of the week: How far in the future do you plan for your writing business? Show notes: The importance of getting feedback When not to set goals First steps for authors getting started with goal setting Tips for authors who have a hard time envisioning long-term goals Tools for goal setting, including bullet journaling Holly’s advice for writers who want to podcast How Holly, who is a #1 Furistic in the CliftonStrengths assessment, deals with the uncertainty associated with the pandemic Come over and say hi to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com. Links:  H.B. Lyne www.unstoppableauthors.com Instagram: @hblyne https://hblyne.com/goal-setting-for-writers The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes  Jami’s Launch Plan Sara’s Book Release Timeline Checklist

Goal Setting for Writers with Holly Lyne

Episode 087 / Pricing expert Sally Farrant joins us this week to discuss how authors can find the best price point for their books plus so much more. It was a great interview with lots of tips and ideas for authors. In this podcast you’ll discover:  The relationship between confidence and pricing Common pricing myths  Sally’s suggestions for “big ticket” products authors can create that have a higher price point than ebooks Whether or not you should price your books according to length Sally’s advice on price research and using comp authors and genres standards to set prices  Come over and say hi to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com. Links:  Instagram: www.instagram.com/thepricingqueen (best place to find Sally)   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepricingqueen   Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/sally-farrant   Sally’s website: https://www.businessgrowthbynumbers.com/   The Pricing Queen Podcast:  https://thepricingqueen.com/podcast Pricing calculator: https://thepricingqueen.com/pricing-calculator   Pricing personality quiz: https://thepricingqueen.com/quiz The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes  Jami’s Launch Plan Sara’s Book Release Timeline Checklist

Sally Farrant on Pricing Myths and Mind Set for Authors

Episode 086 / In this podcast with historical mystery author Jane Steen you’ll discover:  Why Jane feels that a permafree book is still a good marketing tactic Her mindset shift from being a writer to the publisher How she’s found success with her slow-and-steady production schedule Details on her cover rebrand for the House of Closed Door series and how it’s helping new readers discover her books QOTW: How do you come up with your publishing plan? Come over and say hi to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com. Links:  Jane Steen’s website The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes  Jami’s Launch Plan Sara’s Book Release Timeline Checklist

Jane Steen on Taking Your Time with the Creative Process

Episode 085 / Becca Syme from the Better Faster Academy joins us to talk about the impact of the pandemic on our writing lives and give us some coping strategies. In this podcast you’ll discover:  How the extensive time of dealing with trauma and stress from the pandemic is impacting us What energy pennies are and how traveling to “pandemic land” produces a currency exchange that reduces their value, causing us to use more energy to get the same amount done The danger of black and white thinking Why some people are more productive during stressful times Tips for how to create more energy pennies   Come over and say hi to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com.   WIKT 002 - Leaning into Your Strengths in your Writing Business with Becca Syme WIKT 048 - Becca Syme on Unrealistic Expecations and JOMO (the Joy of Missing out)  Unstoppable Authors podcast - interview with Sara about writing a series and podcasting for readers Better Faster Academy Quitcast Youtube Channel The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes  Jami’s Launch Plan Sara’s Book Release Timeline Checklist

Becca Syme on Empathy, Energy Pennies, and Expectations

Episode 084 / Thomas  Umstattd Jr., CEO of Author Media, joins us today to talk about mistakes authors make with social media and how to avoid them. We delve into the world of ubiquity and scarcity and discuss how to use scarcity to sell your books. He’s also got some great ideas on how to find and get to know your readers. We wrap up by talking about trends in publishing in general and in the Inspirational market in particular. Question of the Week: What innovative marketing technique have you used that’s been successful? Come over and say hi to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com. Links:  Author Media Ubiquity and scarcity podcast Novel Marketing Podcast Christian Publishing Show   The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes  Jami’s Launch Plan Sara’s Book Release Timeline Checklist

Applying Business Principles to Your Author Life and More with Thomas Umstattd Jr.

Episode 083 / Nicholas Erik shares tips on branding and discusses how to use your backlist for long term success. We also talk about the importance of testing when it comes to ads as well as productivity and the power of focus.  Come over and say hi to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com. Links:  Nicholas Erik Website The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes  Jami’s Launch Plan Sara’s Book Release Timeline Checklist

Nicholas Erik on Branding and How to Leverage your Backlist for Longevity

Episode 082 / How do you take a germ of an idea and shape it into a full-length novel? It’s not a clean-cut process, and it changes with each book, but we share what we wish we’d known about developing story ideas as well as series ideas. And also we discuss the joys of sticky notes. :) QOTW: Do you link your series books? Come over and say hi to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com. Links:  The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes  Jami’s Launch Plan Sara’s Book Release Timeline Checklist

What We Wish We’d Known about Developing Story Ideas

Episode 081 / Romance and cozy author Tricia O’Malley shares how she designed her perfect day and then created a writing lifestyle that gave her freedom and flexibility. Plus: Tricia tells us how a stolen dog launched her writing career The importance of backmatter and the unique thing Tricia did with her backmatter that has engaged her readers How Tricia intentionally incorporated her passion into her writing Working with your spouse Diversification with income with non-writing income streams  QOTW: What does your perfect day look like?  Come over and answer the question of the week in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com. Links: www.triciaomalley.com Instagram: @triciaomalleyauthor Facebook Author Page: @triciaomalleyauthor The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes  Jami’s Launch Plan Sara’s Book Release Timeline Checklist

Tricia O’Malley on Designing Your Perfect Day

Episode 080 / The romantic comedy writing team of Max Malone shares how they’ve collaborated and produced over thirty five books as discovery writers.  We also talk about the importance of building your newsletter, how to assess negative reviews, and why the quantity of books is critical to long-term success, and being genuine.  QOTW: Have you ever considered co-writing? Come over and say hi to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com. Links:  Authormaxmonroe.com Twitter: authormaxmonroe Instagram: authormaxmonroe Facebook Author Page: Author Max Monroe The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes  Jami’s Launch Plan Sara’s Book Release Timeline Checklist

Max Monroe on Co-Writing as Discovery Writers

Episode 079 / Cozy mystery author H.Y. Hanna joins us today to tell us about how she learned to tweak her premise so that her series idea fit the market. Hsin-Yi shares about dealing with expectations--both familial and personal--when it came to a writing career and how she’s learning to create her own definition of success. We also talk about how to deal with your internal editor when you’re drafting, why writing a book never gets easier (no matter how many books you’ve written), pricing, and how Hsin-Yi involves readers in her translations and audiobook production.  Come over and say hi to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com. https://www.hyhanna.com Facebook Author Page: https://www.facebook.com/hyhanna.books The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes  Jami’s Launch Plan Sara’s Book Release Timeline Checklist

H.Y. Hanna on Learning to Adjust Your Premise so that Your Novel Fits the Market

Episode 078 / Lee Strauss tells us how she found her genre sweet spot in historical mystery. This episode is full of great craft tips including:  -creating character attachment -the importance of series -writing spin-offs We also talk about Lee’s innovative marketing and promotion ideas, including using a journal as a reader magnet and using short stories in your publication schedule. Come over and say hi to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com. Links:  Twitter: @leestraussbooks Instagram: lee.strauss Facebook Author Page: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorLeeStrauss The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes  Jami’s Launch Plan Sara’s Book Release Timeline Checklist

Lee Strauss on Finding Your Genre Sweet Spot

Episode 077 / Genevieve Jack, paranormal romance, fantasy, and urban fantasy author, shares how writing and releasing three to four books a year has created a sustainable career. We also cover branding, writing series arcs as well as book arcs, and tips for going wide.  Come over and say hi to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com. Links:  www.genevievejack.com The Creative Penn Podcast about writing humor Anne R. Allen’s blog post about writing rules and writing fashions Learning to Reverse Engineer a Novel with Cecelia Mecca Cherry Adair Twitter: @Genevieve_Jack Instagram: @authorGenevieveJack Facebook Author Page: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorGenevieveJack The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes  Jami’s Launch Plan Sara’s Book Release Timeline Checklist

Genevieve Jack on Creating a Sustainable Writing Career

Welcome to the Wish I'd Known Then podcast. Join authors Jami Albright and Sara Rosett as they interview indie authors about how they found success as well as what they've learned from their mistakes.