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Join aois21 Publisher Keith F. Shovlin, first-time author Paul Dickinson Russell, and cover designer Rana Gainer as Paul's novel The Will of the Magi goes from a story in his head to on sale at an online bookstore near you! Released on the 7th of each month.

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  1. Chapter 49: Self Publishing Success Story

    This month, Keith, Paul, and Rana welcome self published author Neil Gordon to discuss his book Tony Accardo is Joe Batters and his success in promoting his work. For more information about Neil Gordon: - Tony Accardo is Joe Batters: The Last Untold Story of the 20th Century - After Hours with…

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  2. Chapter 48 - Spring Cleaning

    This month, Keith, Paul, and Rana welcome back Corey Parker as they clean out the attic and prepare for the new birth of spring. This episode is brought to you by Audible. Get access to over 180,000 audiobooks with your first month free. Just visit www.audibletrial.com/aois21 and your first book…

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  3. Chapter 47 - Writing a Book Series

    This month, Keith and Paul welcome author Jeff Deck of the Shadows over Portsmouth series to discuss writing a continuing series of books, balancing the schedule and keeping to the plan. This episode is brought to you by Audible. Get access to over 180,000 audiobooks with your first month free....

  4. Chapter 46 - 2019 Resolutions

    This month, Keith, Paul, and Rana discuss their new years resolutions for 2019, whether they be books they want to read, or projects they want to complete, they share their goals as we enter the new year. This episode is brought to you by Audible. Get access to over 180,000 audiobooks with your...

  5. Chapter 45 - Never-ending Stories

    This month, Keith, Paul, and Rana welcome John Champion and Ken Ray of the Mission Log Podcast to discuss never-ending stories. This episode is brought to you by Audible. Get access to over 180,000 audiobooks with your first month free. Just visit www.audibletrial.com/aois21 and your first book…

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  6. Footnote 25: Blue Ridge Writers: Michael Thompson

    In this special episode for NaNoWriMo, author Michael Thompson talks about his latest book, "Winslow Hoffner's Incredible Encounters," at the Blue Ridge Writers 2018 Book & Arts Fair in Charlottesville, VA. aois21 audio would like your help! We are currently conducting surveys of listeners to...

  7. Footnote 24: Blue Ridge Writers: Allison K. Garcia

    In this special episode for NaNoWriMo, author Allison K. Garcia talks about her book, "Finding Amor," at the Blue Ridge Writers 2018 Book & Arts Fair in Charlottesville, VA. aois21 audio would like your help! We are currently conducting surveys of listeners to several of our podcast series. Visit...

  8. Footnote 23: Blue Ridge Writers: Jim and John Gaines

    In this special episode for NaNoWriMo, authors Jim and John Gaines talk about their "Forlani Saga," at the Blue Ridge Writers 2018 Book & Arts Fair in Charlottesville, VA. aois21 audio would like your help! We are currently conducting surveys of listeners to several of our podcast series. Visit...

  9. Footnote 22: Blue Ridge Writers: Mark Eastburn

    In this special episode for NaNoWriMo, author Mark Eastburn talks his book, "Earning My Spots," at the Blue Ridge Writers 2018 Book & Arts Fair in Charlottesville, VA. aois21 audio would like your help! We are currently conducting surveys of listeners to several of our podcast series. Visit...

  10. Footnote 21: Blue Ridge Writers: J. Thomas Brown

    In this special episode for NaNoWriMo, author J. Thomas Brown talks his book, "The Land of Three Houses," at the Blue Ridge Writers 2018 Book & Arts Fair in Charlottesville, VA. aois21 audio would like your help! We are currently conducting surveys of listeners to several of our podcast series....

  11. Footnote 20: Blue Ridge Writers: P.A. Duncan

    In this special episode for NaNoWriMo, author P.A. Duncan talks the "End Times" series at the Blue Ridge Writers 2018 Book & Arts Fair in Charlottesville, VA. aois21 audio would like your help! We are currently conducting surveys of listeners to several of our podcast series. Visit...

  12. Footnote 19: Blue Ridge Writers: Michelle Damiani

    In this special episode for NaNoWriMo, author Michelle Damiani talks about her books, "Il Bel Centro," "Santa Lucia," and "Road Taken" at the Blue Ridge Writers 2018 Book & Arts Fair in Charlottesville, VA. aois21 audio would like your help! We are currently conducting surveys of listeners to...

  13. Footnote 18: Blue Ridge Writers: Don Payne

    In this special episode for NaNoWriMo, author Don Payne talks about his books, including "A Legacy of Rural Living," at the Blue Ridge Writers 2018 Book & Arts Fair in Charlottesville, VA. aois21 audio would like your help! We are currently conducting surveys of listeners to several of our…

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  14. Footnote 17: Blue Ridge Writers: Abigail Dane

    In this special episode for NaNoWriMo, author Abigail Dane talks about her books, including "The Viscount and the Valet," at the Blue Ridge Writers 2018 Book & Arts Fair in Charlottesville, VA. aois21 audio would like your help! We are currently conducting surveys of listeners to several of our...

  15. Footnote 16: Blue Ridge Writers: Susan McCulley

    In this special episode for NaNoWriMo, author Susan McCulley talks about her book "Buddha Cat" at the Blue Ridge Writers 2018 Book & Arts Fair in Charlottesville, VA. aois21 audio would like your help! We are currently conducting surveys of listeners to several of our podcast series. Visit...

  16. Footnote 15: Blue Ridge Writers: J. Elizabeth Vincent

    In this special episode for NaNoWriMo, author J. Elizabeth Vincent talks about her novel "Raven Thrall," as well as her nonfiction guides to writing, at the Blue Ridge Writers 2018 Book & Arts Fair in Charlottesville, VA. aois21 audio would like your help! We are currently conducting surveys of...

  17. Footnote 14: Blue Ridge Writers: Morgan Phenix

    In this special episode for NaNoWriMo, author Morgan Phenix talks about his books "A Life Worth Living, A Story Worth Telling" and "Elizabeth's Story" at the Blue Ridge Writers 2018 Book & Arts Fair in Charlottesville, VA. aois21 audio would like your help! We are currently conducting surveys of...

  18. Footnote 13: Blue Ridge Writers: Phel K. Jacobsen

    In this special episode for NaNoWriMo, author Phel K. Jacobsen talks about her memoir, "Park Wife," at the Blue Ridge Writers 2018 Book & Arts Fair in Charlottesville, VA. aois21 audio would like your help! We are currently conducting surveys of listeners to several of our podcast series. Visit...

  19. Chapter 44: Blue Ridge Writers

    This month, Keith, Paul, and Rana share Keith's interviews with authors and publishers at the Blue Ridge Writers 2018 Book & Arts Fair in Charlottesville, VA. aois21 audio would like your help! We are currently conducting surveys of listeners to several of our podcast series. Visit...

  20. Chapter 43: Book Fair Etiquette

    This month, Keith, Paul, and Rana talk about manners and best practices at book fairs. aois21 audio would like your help! We are currently conducting surveys of listeners to several of our podcast series. Visit www.surveys.aois21.com or the homepage of each podcast to find the link. It will only...

  21. Chapter 42: Round Robin

    This month, Keith, Paul, and Rana talk about a variety of subjects, including pricing cover designs and fan interpretations of popular art. This episode is brought to you by Audible. Get access to over 180,000 audiobooks with your first month free. Just visit www.audibletrial.com/aois21 and your...

  22. Chapter 41: Sci-Fi vs. Fantasy with Reeshi Ray

    This month, Keith, Paul, and Rana welcome guest Reeshi Ray to talk about the differnece between fantasy and science-fiction and his new book, "One Nation Under Gods," which is now available for preorder: https://amzn.to/2neVAHr. This episode is brought to you by Audible. Get access to over…

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  23. Chapter 40: What was your first fantasy?

    This month, Keith, Paul, and Rana recall the first fantasy story they experienced, run through "The 100 Best Fantasy Novels of All Time" by Unbound Worlds (https://bit.ly/2NxvDit), and discuss copyright law and ethics (https://bit.ly/2IgxeFi, https://nbcnews.to/2u2xPXf). This episode is brought…

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  24. Chapter 39: Chapter 1

    This month, Keith, Paul, and regular guest Corey Parker read the first chapter of "The Will of the Magi." This episode is brought to you by Audible. Get access to over 180,000 audiobooks with your first month free. Just visit www.audibletrial.com/aois21 and your first book is on us! It is also...

  25. Chapter 38 - What Do Publishers Want?

    This month, Keith, Paul, and Rana discuss Keith's recent panel discussion at the Possibilities Conference on what publsihers look for in potential authors. This episode is brought to you by Audible. Get access to over 180,000 audiobooks with your first month free. Just visit...

  26. Chapter 37 - Growth of Digital Publishing with Corey Parker

    This month, Keith, Paul, and Rana welcome back Corey Parker for an update on the editing of "The Will of the Magi" and a discussion of the current state of digital publishing. This episode is brought to you by Audible. Get access to over 180,000 audiobooks with your first month free. Just visit...

  27. Chapter 36 - Worldbuilding with Bharat Krishnan

    This month, Keith, Rana and Paul talk about fictional worldbuilding with self-published author Bharat Krishnan. This episode is brought to you by Audible. Get your free audiobook, a 30-day trial, and access to over 180,000 titles when you sign up today at www.audibletrial.com/aois21. aois21 audio...

  28. Chapter 35 - Birth of Digital Publishing with Barbara Dickinson

    This month, Keith, Rana and Paul talk about the transition from print to digital publishing with Barbara Dickinson, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York's former assistant vice president of research support ... and Paul's mom! We’re now on Patreon! Visit Patreon.com/aois21 to suppor\t this and...

  29. Chapter 34 - Resolve to Create, Plus Corey Parker

    This month, Keith, Rana and Paul plus recurring guest Corey Parker talk about their New Year's Resolutions to create. We’re now on Patreon! Visit Patreon.com/aois21 to support this and other aois21 media endeavors as we aim to continue to put out quality content and to keep past content available...

  30. Making a Book Fair with Carolyn O'Neal

    This month, Keith and Paul welcome back previous guest Carolyn O'Neal to discuss the Charlottesville Book Fair. O'Neal organized this first of an expected ongoing event and she discusses the unique challenges and success from the event. The team also review what worked and what didn't, and come…

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  31. Chapter 32: NaNoWriMo Revisited, plus Corey Parker returns

    This month, Keith, Paul, Rana, and occasional guest Corey Parker talk about editing "The Will of the Magi," and Paul's attempt at his own supercharged National Novel Writing Month challenge. This month's episode is brought to you by the Charlottesville Book Festival Nov. 18 from 10-4 in CitySpace...

  32. Chapter 31: Podcasting your Stories

    This month, Keith, Paul, and Rana welcome Andrew Allemann of PodcastGuests.com to discuss sharing your stories through podcasts. Andrew is responsible for several past guests appearing on the podcast and shares his own story, as well as tips to becoming better interviewees to help you share your...

  33. Chapter 30: Odds and Ends

    This month, Keith, Paul, Rana, and occassional guest Corey Parker to discuss the editing process, among other topics. We’re now on Patreon! Visit Patreon.com/aois21 to support this and other aois21 media endeavors as we aim to continue to put out quality content and to keep past content available...

  34. Chapter 29: Writing Your Culture with Evan Tucker

    This month, Keith, Paul, and Rana welcome aois21 podcaster Evan Tucker, host and producer of Tales from the Old New Land and It’s Not Even Past, to discuss writing your culture. Even breaks down how his Jewish heritage has influenced him and his writing and how it appears throughout Tales from…

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  35. Chapter 28: Making eBooks, plus Corey Parker returns

    This month, Keith, Paul, Rana, and Corey update the editing process, and Keith walks through the publishing process for ebooks. This episode is sponsored by the Virginia Comicon at Virginia Commonwealth University on July 8 and 9. Find out more information at vacomicon.com. Support us on Patreon!...

  36. Chapter 27: Live at Gaithersburg Book Festival w/ Keith, Rana, and More

    This month, Keith and Paul update the editing process, and we have live audio recorded at the Gaithersburg Book Festival with Keith, Rana, aois21 Creative Bianca Palmisano, and aois21 Chief of Visual Design John Mulcahy. Support us on Patreon! Visit Patreon.com/aois21 to support this and other...

  37. Chapter 26 - Bookstore Events

    We’re one short his month as Keith and Paul welcome guests Pablo Sierra and Karen Coca of Walls of Books in Washington, DC, to discuss bookstore events. We go over everything we’ve done wrong in the past and talk about what we can do moving forward, especially with the aois21 birthday…

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  38. Chapter 25 - Editing and Cover Design Update

    The Publish Me! Podcast is back with an update on the progress of The Will of the Magi. We delve deep into the imagination of Paul as we welcome aois21 Editor in Chief Corey Parker to get some answers as he edit’s Paul’s fantasy epic. Rana has completed the cover design and Paul is absolutely...

  39. Chapter 24 - Book Marketing Strategy

    Here we are again with the great and powerful Publish Me! podcast, now with extra host as designer Rana Gainer joins us as a new cohost. Keith, Paul, and Rana welcome Marketing specialist Christine Merser of Blue Shoe Strategy as she helps Paul decipher a launch campaign for his young adult...

  40. Chapter 23 - Crowdfunding and Cover Update

    Everything is in motion with this episode of Publish Me! as Keith and Paul recap the Indiegogo campaign and welcome designer Rana Gainer as she and Paul plan out the cover design for The Will of the Magi. This episode is brought to you by the Indiegogo preorder campaign of The Will of the Magi, a...

  41. Chapter 22 - Immersive Research

    We go deep this month as Keith and Paul welcome author Ashley Emma for a discussion of immersive research. Ashley has written several books about her experiences living in an Amish community and shares some her tips and unique knowledge on the show. This episode is brought to you by the Indiegogo...

  42. Chapter 21: Designer, Crowdfunding, and Beta Readers

    It’s a jam packed episode so let’s get to it as Keith and Paul introduce the cover designer for The Will of the Magi, recap the first two weeks of the Indiegogo campaign, sharing some insight, and talk with Vanessa, Megan, and Lacey, three of Paul’s Beta Readers, giving first thoughts on the…

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  43. Chapter 20 - Navigating the Publishing Industry

    It’s been a month since Paul shared the news that the book is done, so he checks in with Keith on the early stages of editing and the beginning of the beta reading process. They then welcome new aois21 Creative Thomas P. Athridge to discuss his book American Presidents at War and the many…

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  44. Chapter 19 - National Book Festival

    There is much rejoicing in this episode of the Publish Me podcast. Paul has some good news and Keith visited the National Book Festival and has the audio to prove it. Big changes are in store for the months ahead, including more guests and an eventual end. Let’s do this people! This episode is...

  45. Chapter 18 - Virtual Book Tours

    Keith and Paul welcome Michael B. Judkins on the show to discuss his experience on a virtual book tour. This new approach to market outreach is part of a growing virtual bundle of programs and other events Judkins is cultivating. All in all, the internet has provided a truly golden age for…

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  46. Chapter 17 - Storyline Resolution

    This was a show about endings, but not the one you were thinking of. Keith and Paul discuss ways to successfully close storylines, though Paul has some bad news about his own fictional storyline. It’s a wide ranging discussion as well as updates on other programs, social media, and sponsorship....

  47. Chapter 16 - Print on Demand Services

    It’s time again to check with Keith and Paul and the finish line is in sight! The crew welcome aois21 Creative and poet Bianca Palmisano to swap stories of print on demand services as Paul begins to review his options for a print release. The discussion ranges from services big and small as well…

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  48. Chapter 15 - Multiple Story Arcs

    The weather has turned hot and Keith and Paul are back to discuss multiple story arcs and multiple characters. Listen in for a lengthy reading list, some good tips for writing, and some movie and tv show suggestions to boot. This episode is brought to you by Interlude to Sentimental Me! by…

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  49. Chapter 14 - Crowdfunding Your Novel

    Spring has sprung and Paul has conquered his writer’s block as it seemed to have an unconventional cause. We’re now available on Google Play and the boys are joined by crowdfunded novelist Carolyn O’Neal to discuss using crowdfunding for your writing project. This episode is brought to you by...

  50. Chapter 13 - Writing Death

    Keith and Paul are back, though Keith’s voice is not quite with us. Paul asks for advice on dealing with a bout of writer’s block and they both discuss the emotion necessary for writing a good death scene. This episode is chock full of spoiler alerts for popular movies and books, so look out,...

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Join aois21 Publisher Keith F. Shovlin, first-time author Paul Dickinson Russell, and cover designer Rana Gainer as Paul's novel The Will of the Magi goes from a story in his head to on sale at an online bookstore near you! Released on the 7th of each month.

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