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Alchemy for Authors
by Jo Buer
Welcome to Alchemy for Authors!If you're an author, aspiring author, writer or wordsmith, you're in the right place.Join Gothic and Ghost Fiction author Jo Buer as she explores best practices for supercharging writing lives and author careers. With an emphasis on manifestation and mindset, you'll learn actionable steps to overcome writer's block and imposter syndrome, get your butt in the chair and your stories written, while setting aside your 'starving artist' mentality, and so much more!Listen as Jo shares her own successes and failures, and enjoy interviews from real authors who are on the journey of creating lives they love around their writing. If you've ever dreamt of a prolific, wealthy, happy or healthy author career, then this podcast is for you.Subscribe today and start your journey of supercharging and transforming your writing life with Alchemy for Authors.
Episodes
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The Power of Focus: Why I'm Pressing Pause to Level Up My Author Career
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's solo episode, I'm sharing a big decision I've made for my author career and why sometimes stepping back is the key to moving forward. If you've ever felt stretched too thin juggling your writing with life's demands, this episode is for you. I'll...
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Turning Resistance Into Your Creative Compass
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! Do you feel the pull to write your book but find yourself procrastinating, doubting your abilities, or waiting for the perfect moment to start? What if the very resistance you're facing is a sign you're on the right path? In this episode of Alchemy for…
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Best Guest Manifestation Tips From 100 Plus Episodes
Welcome to episode 100 of Alchemy for Authors! To celebrate this incredible milestone, I've put together a bumper episode filled with powerful manifestation advice and insights from some of the amazing guests who have graced the show over the years. Whether you're looking to attract more…
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A Teen's Perspective on Writing & Publishing with Rutendo Shadaya
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode of Alchemy for Authors, I sit down with 16-year-old indie author Rutendo Shadaya. Despite not excelling in writing at school, Rutendo discovered her passion when she wrote her first book as a birthday gift for a friend. We discuss her journey...
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Tips for Surviving the Day Job as an Author
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! Balancing the demands of a day job with the dream of being an author can be overwhelming, but it's absolutely possible to thrive in both worlds. In this episode of Alchemy for Authors, I'm sharing practical tips and mindset shifts to help you make the most of...
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Fearless Storytelling & the Future of Publishing with J.D. Barker
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode, I sit down with bestselling author J.D. Barker to explore the art of fearless storytelling and the ever-changing landscape of publishing. We delve into how asking 'What if?' fuels great stories, J.D.'s unique approach to navigating both...
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Rewriting My Story: Reflections, Reset, & Rising Again for a New Year
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's solo episode, I open up about my setbacks and accomplishments in 2024, and my goals for 2025. Some of the other topics I discuss include: · Why 2024 kind of sucked for my author career. · How to acknowledge the hardships and letdowns of the past...
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Behind the Scenes of The Plymbury Witch with Kendra Vaughan
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode, I chat with author Kendra Vaughan about her debut novel, The Plymbury Witch. Kendra also shares the pros and cons of doing an MFA, why she chose Indie Publishing over Traditional Publishing, and how a magical life has shaped her author...
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Relax to Riches with Renee Rose
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode, I chat with best-selling author Renee Rose. Renee talks about her new book Relax to Riches, and shares how you can take your manifesting practice to the next level with ease. Some of the other topics we discuss include: · How shadow…
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Energy Pennies & Author Success Archetypes for a Sustainable Author Career with Becca Syme
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode, I chat with best-selling author and Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, Becca Syme. We discuss some of the common causes of overwhelm and burnout for authors and what we can do to minimise their impact and set ourselves up for success.…
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Book Publicity with Larissa Banting
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode, I chat with book publicist, Larissa Banting. Larissa demystifies PR and discusses its power to boost visibility and sales of your books. Some of the other topics we discuss include: · What sets publicity apart from advertising. · Why...
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Pivoting & Sustainability in Your Author Career with Troy Lambert
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode, I chat with bestselling author and Plot Dude, Troy Lambert. Troy shares his own recent experiences with pivoting and gives advice on how to utilise pivoting to create a sustainable author career. Some of the other topics we discuss...
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The 4 Pillars of Author Success with Emma Dhesi
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode, I chat with bestselling author and book coach, Emma Dhesi. Emma shares with us the 4 Pillars of Author Success: Awareness, Acceptance, Growth, and Fun. We discuss how these pillars can make themselves known in all areas of our writing,...
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Behind the Scenes of 'Between: A Gothic Novella'
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's solo episode, I share a personal update on what actions I'm taking to align myself with being a healthy author, and I reflect on how I came to write my gothic novella, Between. I also read an excerpt from Between and challenge you to trust that...
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Your Author Self Warrant of Fitness
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! Are you roadworthy as an author? Are you set up to go the distance with your author career? In this week's solo episode, I reflect on changes I need to make in all areas of my life to set myself up for a sustainable, joyful author career. I share the questions...
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The Magic of the Writer's Notebook
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's solo episode, I discuss how I use Writer's Notebooks to collect inspiration and pay attention to the stories all around us. In the intro I share a brief personal update about my writing plans for the next sixteen months. Resources mentioned in...
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Marketing with Testimonials & Romanticising Your Writing Life with Lyda McLallen
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode I interview marketing and PR specialist, and the owner of Talk Plus Tell, Lyda McLallen. Some topics we discuss include: · Lyda's number one strategy for increasing book sales. · Why saying "Buy my book" might be costing you sales. ·...
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A Permission Slip to Write
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's solo episode, I chat about why many of us avoid writing or look for permission to write. I also share tips around how we can move forward and write anyway. Find Julia Cameron's book, The Right to Write, here:...
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Book Marketing with Heidi McIntyre
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode I interview author and Book Marketing Coach, Heidi McIntyre about her debut novel Sea Magic and tips and tricks for marketing your book. Some topics we discuss include: · How marketing produce helped Heidi start her writing career. · How...
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Are You A Bad Boss?
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's solo episode, I ask you to question what type of boss you are when running your author business. Are you a good boss, or are you a bad boss self-sabotaging your author success? The answer might surprise you! Other episodes mentioned in this...
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Writing Lessons From A Centenarian with Babette Hughes
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode I interview author and centenarian, Babette Hughes, about writing later in life, and her new book, Lessons in Evil. We also discuss: · Why Babette waited until her eighties to become a published author. · Why we should rewrite the...
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Ghostwriting, Memoirs, & Hybrid Publishing with Amanda Edgar
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode I interview award-winning author and CEO of Page and Podium Press, Dr Amanda Nell Edgar. Along with chatting about ghostwriting, writing memoirs, and hybrid publishing, some of the topics we discuss include: · What exactly are hybrid...
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Inspired Action, Imposter Syndrome, & Stealing From Real Life with Jo Buer
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode I share an interview I did on the Author Revolution Podcast with Carissa Andrews in December 2023. We discuss a myriad of topics including: · How taking inspired action has helped my author career and my podcast. · The benefits of genre...
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Kickstarter & Starting Over with Martha Carr
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode I interview urban fantasy author Martha Carr about Kickstarter and starting over in her author career. Some of the topics we discuss include: · How Martha went from being a prolific traditionally published author to starting over as an...
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Writing the Shadow with Joanna Penn
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode I interview award-winning podcaster, creative entrepreneur, and bestselling author, Joanna Penn, about her wonderful new book, Writing the Shadow: Turn Your Inner Darkness into Words. Joanna gives advice on how to recognize your Shadow...
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Money Magic & Mindset with Lee Savino
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode I interview USA Today bestselling author of over 69 romance novels, and Money Magic co-founder, Lee Savino. We chat about all things manifestation and mindset, and her brilliant book, Adventures With The Universe. Other topics we discuss...
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Minisode 4: The Importance of Rest
Welcome to Minisode 4 of Alchemy for Authors! In this short episode I share my reflection on my recent bout of burnout and overwhelm, and how rest really can make us more productive and creative. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by…
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Travel Writing, Photography, & Being a Multi-Passionate Creative with Jeremiah Gilbert
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode I chat with award winning photographer and travel writer, Jeremiah Gilbert. Jeremiah shares tips and advice for writing non-fiction and including photography in your books, as well as creative practices that can help boost your…
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The Sustainable Author Career with Claire Taylor
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode I chat with humour and mystery author, Enneagram consultant for creatives and the owner of FFS Media, Claire Taylor. We talk about all things Enneagram, her new book Sustain Your Author Career, and how you can become a liberated writer....
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Go Creative Planning with Orna Ross
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode I chat with international bestseller, award-winning author, and founder of the Alliance of Independent Authors, Orna Ross. Orna shares all about her Go Creative Planning program and how it can bring you closer to your author goals. Other...
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Minisode 3: Birthday Recalibration
Welcome to Minisode 3 of Alchemy for Authors! In this short episode I share my thoughts around recalibrating your author career when you feel like you've gone off course or not made any progress at all. Enrol in the 12-week Millionaire Author Manifestation Course here. Remember to use the promo...
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Writing & Marketing a Non-Fiction Book with Rick Nuske
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode I chat with host of the My Future Business Show, and author of Welcome To The Show 1.0: The Complete Podcasting System For Your Business, Rick Nuske. Topics we discuss include: · How Rick overcame his fear and wrote his first book. · The...
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Minisode 2: Courage Comes Before Confidence
Welcome to Minisode 2 of Alchemy for Authors! In this short episode I share my thoughts around taking action towards your goals and dreams, and why courage MUST come before confidence. Enrol in the Millionaire Author Challenge beginning February 5th 2024 here. *Remember to use the code MAC2024 to...
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Manifestation & Hypnosis for Authors with Carissa Andrews & Tammy Tyree
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode I chat with two amazing return guests, Carissa Andrews and Tammy Tyree, about all things manifestation, and how to use hypnosis to reach your author goals and create an author life you love! Other topics we discuss include: · How to cut...
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Minisode 1: Author Envy
Welcome to Minisode 1 of Alchemy for Authors! In this short episode I share my thoughts around Author Envy: what it is, what it's trying to tell us, and how it might just be a sign that what we desire is closer than we think. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can...
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The Holistic Tooth Fairy's Success Tips for Kickstarter with Meliors Simms
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week's episode I chat with the Holistic Tooth Fairy and author, Meliors Simms, about writing, publishing, crowdfunding, and of course, oral health. Some of the topics we discuss include: · How traumatising dental experiences led her to become the...
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Manifestation Practices for the New Year
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors and Happy New Year! In this solo episode I share some of the manifestation practices I use to get clear on my writing goals, and set myself up for an inspired and successful writing year. Some of the topics I discuss include: · Why the Law of Attraction won't...
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Lessons From The Classroom For Writers
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this solo episode I share a look at my day-job as a teacher and the lessons I've learnt that impact upon my writing life. Some of the topics I discuss include: · How writing Fan-Fiction can make you a better writer. · How to move beyond just using the…
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Demystifying Mental Health Through Fiction with Charlotte Lobb
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode I talk with New Zealand author, Charlotte Lobb, about her writing process, publishing experience, and her debut novel, Hannah and Huia. Other topics we discuss include: · How three words in the middle of the night – sun, rain, bye-bye – was the...
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Write Now with Pat Backley
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode I talk with author, Pat Backley, about finding your passion and writing books later in life. Other topics we discuss include: · Why it's never too late to start writing! · How the end of a marriage and a COVID lockdown was the catalyst for her...
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Writing Crime Fiction with Stephen Johnson
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode I talk with crime fiction author, Stephen Johnson, about his books, his writing process, and where he gets his ideas. Other topics we discuss include: · Why Stephen considers himself an accidental author. · How the game 'Killer' became the seed...
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How I Write a Book
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this solo episode I share my personal writing process, tips and tricks I use to get my books written, and how I possibly make things harder than they need to be. Other topics I discuss include: · How I navigate writing a book with ADHD. · How to not be...
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Going Indie & Selling Locally with Johanna M. Rae
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode I talk with New Zealand author and Ages of Pages book fair coordinator, Johanna M. Rae, about going Indie and selling locally. Other topics we discuss include: · Why Johanna left traditional publishing for Indie publishing. · Why developing…
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From Journalist to Novelist in New Zealand with Kelley Tantau
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode I talk with New Zealand journalist and debut author, Kelley Tantau, about her new book The Runaway Man and her journey to publication. Topics we discuss include: · How a dream led to what will be a three-book series. · How Kelley deals with...
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Writing Book Blurbs with Jessie Cunniffe
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode, I talk with book blurb coach, Jessie Cunniffe. Topics we discuss include: · How Jessie went from being a music teacher to a book blurb expert. · Why so many authors find blurb writing hard. · Why a book blurb is NOT a summary of your book! ·…
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AI Enhanced Plotting & Selling Direct with Carissa Andrews
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode, I talk with best-selling author, CEO of Author Revolution, Millionaire Author Coach, and repeat guest, Carissa Andrews. Topics we discuss include: · Why Carissa made the move from WordPress to Shopify, and why it's triggered her "happy...
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Writing in the Real Moments & Imposter Syndrome
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! Happy 60th episode! In this episode I share a personal reflection on some of the events that took place over the last week, including grieving a loved one and niggling imposter syndrome. I also discuss: · How I navigate the writing life when life throws a…
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Writing Retreats & Story Intimacy with David Rocklin
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode, I chat with author, book coach, and writing retreat host, David Rocklin. Some of the topics we discuss in this episode include: · Why David's drawn to hosting writing retreats and what's in store for you if you join his writing retreat in…
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Author Alignment & the Enneagram with Claire Taylor
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode, I chat with prolific author and Enneagram consultant for creatives, Claire Taylor. Some of the topics we cover in this episode include: · What it means to be an aligned author and how to become one. · How the Enneagram can be used to create a...
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Behind the Scenes of Hades's Haunt
Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! To celebrate the upcoming release of my first paranormal cozy, I'm taking you behind the scenes of the creation of Hades's Haunt. As an additional treat, I'm also sharing with you the first two chapters. Topics I discuss on this episode include: · How...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Alchemy for Authors!If you're an author, aspiring author, writer or wordsmith, you're in the right place.Join Gothic and Ghost Fiction author Jo Buer as she explores best practices for supercharging writing lives and author careers. With an emphasis on manifestation and mindset, you'll learn actionable steps to overcome writer's block and imposter syndrome, get your butt in the chair and your stories written, while setting aside your 'starving artist' mentality, and so much more!Listen as Jo shares her own successes and failures, and enjoy interviews from real authors who are on the journey of creating lives they love around their writing. If you've ever dreamt of a prolific, wealthy, happy or healthy author career, then this podcast is for you.Subscribe today and start your journey of supercharging and transforming your writing life with Alchemy for Authors.
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