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Indie Author Roadmap Podcast
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The Indie Author Roadmap Podcast is hosted by Rachel Morton and Rob Radcliffe — two prolific indie authors who aim to help you with your author career...
Episodes
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Ep 93: YouTube for Authors
In this episode, Rob Radcliffe and Rachel Morton discuss their experiences with self-publishing, content creation, and growing their online presence as authors. They share practical tips on book formatting, marketing strategies, and building a community around writing. If you would like to check...
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Ep 92: The Author Business
In this episode, Rachel Morton and The Reluctant Writer discuss the realities of social media, book marketing, and the use of AI in publishing. They share practical tips, personal experiences, and insights into building author communities and managing the business side of writing.
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Ep 91: Sold Out!
Rachel Morton and Rob Radcliffe discuss their recent achievements, upcoming conference plans, writing projects, and the impact of AI on publishing. They share insights into their creative processes, conference preparations, and thoughts on industry changes.
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Ep 90: Northern Indie Author Summit
In this episode, we explore the upcoming author conference, discussing speaker lineups, event logistics, community building, and the role of AI in writing. Join us for insights on how to make the most of networking, marketing, and community engagement in the writing world. Haven't yet got a…
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Ep 89: Marketing Organically
In this episode, Rob Radcliffe and Rachel Morton discuss the realities of writing, the impact of family and health on productivity, and the exciting potential of AI in creative work. They share personal stories, insights into organic marketing, and explore the future of AI in media and...
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Ep 88: Starting Out As An Author
In this episode, Rachel Morton and Rob Radcliffe share insights on starting over in writing, building a community, and the importance of strategic planning for authors. They discuss practical tips for new authors, the value of series, and how to leverage social media effectively. In this episode...
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Ep 87: Can you write a quality first draft?
In this episode, we explore the realities of writing, editing, and publishing books, discussing the importance of quality drafts, the impact of book length on sales, and strategies for effective marketing and event planning. Join Rachel in her 100 days writing challenge:...
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Ep 86: Creating a publishing studio
In this episode, Rachel and Rob discuss the latest developments in AI-powered writing tools, platform building, and upcoming author events. They share insights into creating efficient workflows, marketing strategies, and innovative publishing solutions. Sign up to Rachel's 100 day writing…
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Ep 85: In Person Selling
In this episode, Rachel Morton and Rob Radcliffe discuss the latest trends in AI writing, author events, and marketing strategies for indie authors. They share insights on AI tools, organizing reader events, and building author-reader connections.
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Ep 84: We're Back
After three weeks off the air, Rachel Morton and Rob Radcliffe are back, discussing their recent activities, book publishing, marketing strategies, and upcoming conference plans, providing valuable insights for authors and indie publishers.
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Ep 83: The Baby Author
In this episode, Rebecca Dale shares her journey as a debut indie dark romance author from Yorkshire, discussing her writing process, marketing strategies, and experiences with Kickstarter and audiobook production. Rachel Morton and Rob Radcliffe explore the realities of indie publishing…
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Ep 82: Retreating To Write
Join Rachel Morton and Rob Radcliffe as they share insights from a recent writing retreat, discuss book marketing strategies, and explore tools for authors. This episode offers practical tips for writers looking to boost their productivity and sales. Want to come to our conference in Manchester…
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Ep 81: Thinking Like A Publisher
Episode 81 - Thinking Like A Publisher - In this episode, Rob and Rachel explore the intersection of AI, publishing strategies, and creative processes, sharing insights on how to treat writing as a business and leverage new technologies for success. Having now introduced a Swear Jar to the show,...
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Ep 80: What's Selling Our Books
In this episode, Rachel Morton and The Reluctant Writer share their latest strategies and insights on book marketing, Facebook ads, TikTok, and building a sustainable author career. They discuss practical tips, tools, and real-world results to help authors grow their readership and sales. If you...
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Ep 79: Sps Take Homes
Join us as we delve into the insights and experiences from the recent self-publishing conference in London, exploring marketing strategies, author stories, and industry tips to boost your writing career. Join us in Manchester in November for the northern indie author summit! check out...
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Ep 78: Front & Backmatter
In this episode, authors Rachel Morton and Rob Brackliffe share their insights on book formatting, marketing strategies, and building a loyal reader community. They discuss practical tips for self-publishing success, including ad campaigns, series management, and engaging with ARC readers.
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Ep 77: 6 Month Goal Recap
In this episode, hosts Rob and Rachel share their recent experiences, goals, and insights into writing, marketing, AI tools, and upcoming events. They discuss their progress on book releases, the impact of AI on publishing, and plans for conferences and retreats, offering valuable tips for…
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Ep 76: Launching That Book
This week's episode is about Launching that book, and how these things have changed and continue to change in the indie publishing sphere. Touching on their own experiences, Rachel and Rob dive into pricing strategies, reader magnets, and the use of AI in your day to day writing and publishing life.
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Ep 75: Hating The Machines
Join Rob and Rachel as they explore the evolving landscape of AI in publishing, authoring, and creative industries. They discuss AI's impact on storytelling, book production, marketing, and chat about the AI haters, and how this is dividing the publishing industry. As discussed in this week's...
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Ep 74: Selling Before You're Published
How can you sell your book to readers before you launch it into the world? In this week's episode Rachel and Rob discuss just that, talking about the likes of Kickstarters, in person author events, and much more. A great episode for anyone looking to branch out from the traditional online stores…
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Ep 73: Just Rob & Simple Rachel
In this episode, Rob Radcliffe and Rachel discuss their recent projects, marketing strategies, AI tools, and upcoming events, providing valuable insights for authors and creators.
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Ep 72: Faceless Pen Names
Why Choose a Faceless Pen Name? Choosing to write under a pen name can be a strategic decision for many authors. For some, it stems from a desire for privacy. In this week's show Rachel and Rob discuss faceless pen names, the pros and con, as well as the usual banter.
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Ep 71: In Person Author Events
In this week's show, Rachel shares her recent experiences at a reader event, insights on book marketing, and tips for authors on engaging with readers and managing their author business effectively. Don't forget we'll soon be coming live and in person to Manchester for Northern Indie Author…
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Ep 70: Productivity With Dictation
In this episode, Rachel and Rob discuss the transformative power of dictation technology, sharing practical tips, software tools, and personal experiences to help writers boost productivity and overcome creative blocks. They also chat about severed fingers, Alexia wanting to become a guest on the...
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Ep 69: Email, Dictation & Pen names
This episode features a deep dive into the world of indie publishing, covering topics like book ordering, marketing strategies, and the upcoming Manchester conference. The hosts share practical tips on dictation, translation, and building an author platform, making it a must-listen for aspiring...
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Ep 68: Conference Takehomes
This episode captures the vibrant energy of the Ireland Publishing Show, featuring author insights, conference highlights, future plans and a special guest with a special announcment. Discover key takeaways on writing, marketing, and community building from passionate authors and industry experts.
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Ep 67: Your Amazon Author Page
summary In this episode, Rob and Rachel discuss optimizing your Amazon author and book pages to boost visibility and sales. They cover strategies for effective blurbs, series pages, reviews, and A+ content, providing actionable tips for authors looking to improve their Amazon presence.
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Ep 66: Optimising Your Author Career
This episode explores the integration of AI into writing and career management, featuring Rachel's innovative tools and strategies for authors. We discuss AI's role in productivity, task management, and creative processes, offering practical insights for writers looking to leverage technology...
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Ep 65: Author Conferences
Join Rob and Rachel this week as they discuss AI in writing, conference experiences, marketing strategies, and the realities of indie publishing. Gain insights into leveraging AI tools, navigating author conferences, and boosting your writing career.
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Ep 64: Email in an AI Age
In this lively episode, Rachel and Rob share insights on author branding, email marketing, and leveraging AI tools to streamline author careers. They discuss practical strategies for building mailing lists, creating engaging content, and using automation to grow readership effectively.
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Ep 63: Marketing For New Authors
In this episode, the Rachel and Rob discuss the integration of AI in writing and marketing strategies for authors. They explore time management techniques to help writers balance their commitments, the importance of engaging with readers, and how platforms like TikTok can enhance author…
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Ep 62: Blurbs
In this episode, hosts Rachel and Rob discuss their recent writing progress, marketing strategies, and the importance of engaging with readers. They delve into the challenges of crafting effective blurbs and the role of generative engine optimization in enhancing book visibility. The conversation...
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Ep 61: Getting Books Into Reader's Hands
In today's episode Rachel and Rob explore the different avenues you can take to get your books into reader's hands. Expect plenty of banter. Don't forget to follow https://www.tiktok.com/@dark.wolf.books so that Rachel has no more excuses not to do her first tiktok lives.
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Ep 60: The Wafflefest
In this episode of the Indie Author Roadmap, hosts Rob and Rachel dive into their recent experiences as indie authors, discussing the challenges and successes of selling books through live streams and social media. Rob shares his journey of going live on different channels, highlighting the...
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Ep 059: The Novel Gains Challenge
In this episode, Rachel and Rob discuss their weekly writing progress, the importance of mindset in achieving goals, and the impact of social media marketing, particularly through TikTok. They delve into the Novel Gains Challenge, emphasizing accountability and community support among indie...
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Ep 58: Goal Psychology
In this episode, the hosts discuss various aspects of the writing journey, including reflections on the New Year, the importance of setting realistic goals, and the challenges of book formatting and publishing. They introduce their guest, Dr. Jo Lukins, who shares insights on the psychology of...
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Ep 57: 2026 Strategy
In this week's show, Rachel and Rob reflect on their Christmas experiences and discuss their writing goals for the upcoming year. They explore various strategies for achieving these goals, including setting realistic word counts and balancing freelance work with personal writing projects. The duo...
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Ep 56: 2026 Goals
In this episode, Rachel and Rob reflect on their writing and publishing goals from the past year, discussing their successes and challenges. They explore their word count achievements, marketing strategies, and the impact of social media on their author careers. As they look ahead to 2026, they...
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Ep 55: Subscribing To The Shadow
In this episode of Indie Author Roadmap, hosts Rob and Rachel discuss the challenges and opportunities in book translation, focusing on AI tools like Scribe Shadow and Globe Scribe. They explore the costs associated with translation, the importance of selecting the right languages, and the…
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Ep 54: The End Is Coming...
In this episode, Rachel and Rob discuss various aspects of the indie author journey, including health impacts on productivity, publishing mistakes, social media engagement, print on demand options, and reflections on their achievements over the year. They also touch on the rise of audio books,...
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Ep 53: Going Live!
In this episode of Indie Author Roadmap, hosts Rob and Rachel discuss their writing progress, holiday traditions, and the challenges of marketing their books. They welcome guest Lee Mountford, a horror author who shares his journey into indie publishing, his experiences with marketing, and the...
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Ep 52: Debunking AI Myths
This week Rachel and Rob explore the ethical implications of AI training on creative works, particularly focusing on authors' perspectives. It discusses the feelings of violation among creators whose works are used without consent, while also highlighting the potential benefits that AI can bring…
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Ep 51: Myth Busters
Entering the world of writing can be both exciting and intimidating for new authors. In the latest episode of Indie Author Roadmap, hosts Rob and Rachel tackle common myths that can mislead aspiring writers. This discussion not only sheds light on these misconceptions but also offers valuable...
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Ep 50: Terminated!
This week Rachel and Rob discuss their weekly writing experiences, the challenges of managing Amazon accounts, and the implications of account suspensions and terminations. They explore the importance of diversifying sales channels, particularly through TikTok, and the need for consistency in...
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Ep 49: Rachel's "Topics"
In this episode, the hosts discuss various aspects of being an indie author, including the challenges of audiobook production, the importance of transparency in earnings, and the impact of reviews on authors. They share personal experiences with writing, navigating negativity, and the…
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Ep 48: Starting Out
In this episode of the Indie Author Roadmap, hosts Rachel and Rob discuss the intricacies of writing, marketing, and engaging with readers as indie authors. They share personal experiences, challenges faced in the writing process, and the importance of community support. The conversation also...
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Ep 47: Warning - Trigger - Warning
This week, on Rachel's Birthday, Rachel and Rob discuss Trigger Warnings and swear a little bit about them (there is your trigger warning right there). A lively chat and debate on a topic which has author's divided.
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Ep 46: No Theme, Just Chat
Summary In this episode, Rachel and Rob discuss the ups and downs of being indie authors, including the joys of full-time writing, the challenges of managing TikTok shops, and the intricacies of branding with pen names. They delve into the importance of cover design in representing genres, the...
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Ep 45: The Catch Up
Summary In this episode of Indie Author Roadmap, hosts Rob Radcliffe and Rachel discuss various aspects of the writing and publishing process, including the importance of editing and proofreading, the role of developmental editing, and the challenges of self-publishing. They also delve into...
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Ep 44: Going Fulltime
In this episode of the Indie Author Roadmap, hosts Rachel and Rob discuss the journey of going full-time as an indie author. They share their personal experiences, the challenges they faced, and the importance of community and networking in the indie publishing world. The conversation covers...
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The Indie Author Roadmap Podcast is hosted by Rachel Morton and Rob Radcliffe — two prolific indie authors who aim to help you with your author career...
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