The Two Authors’ Podcast

Going guestless for the first time, Doug and Nick tackle the subject of conferences and how to get the most out of them. From small, local gatherings to large international events, conferences can be overwhelming, so being prepared and attending with a strategy can maximize your investment. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://indieauthormagazine.com/get-your-calendar-ready-stand-out-indie-author-conferences-scheduled-for-2026/ www.authornation.live Link to our partners: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors www.authornation.live wishidknownforwriters.com Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

Discover how Chelle Honiker transitioned from traditional publishing to indie success, started Indie Author Magazine with a group of writer friends, and now leads Indie Author Training among a host of other projects. Be prepared to be amazed as she discusses a host of practical automation strategies to streamline your author business and boost productivity. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://indieauthormagazine.com/ Personal site & coaching: chellehoniker.com AI for Business Summit (April 21–22, virtual with replays): aisummit.indieauthortraining.com Author Automations newsletter (free): authorautomations.com Zapier: zapier.com Make: make.com n8n: n8n.io Brevo (formerly Sendinblue): brevo.com Fluent CRM: fluentcrm.com Claude Cowork (Anthropic): claude.ai wishidknownforwriters.com https://www.amazon.com/Summer-That-Changed-Us-ebook/dp/B0GZ5RFRLG Link to our partners: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors www.authornation.live wishidknownforwriters.com Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

Author and coach Claire Taylor of Liberated Writer joins the lads to discuss how the Enneagram system of typology can help you understand your core motivations and transform your writing and personal growth. Nick is this week's guinea pig as Claire dissects his Enneagram results while Doug assists her from the sidelines, until she pulls up his results! They also discuss community and the importance of finding like minded people in this crazy business.   Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast   Links from the Show: https://www.liberatedwriter.com https://www.hclairetaylor.com/author https://www.whatifforauthors.com https://www.ffs.media/fiction   Link to our partners: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors https://www.authornation.live https://wishidknownforwriters.com   Discover us here: Website: http://www.douglas-pratt.com Website: https://www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected]   Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions   Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

In this episode, international bestselling author Robyn Harding shares her journey from writing light-hearted chick-lit to diving into darker, more complex psychological thrillers. Discover how her background in screenwriting enhances her plotting skills and how she crafts suspense that keeps readers guessing until the last page. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.robynharding.com/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Robyn-Harding/author/B001H6EO12 Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

USA Today bestselling author and author coach Adrienne Giordano joins the show to discuss using the Wheel of Life and practical strategies for managing your writing life, balancing work and personal time, and overcoming common mindset traps. Adrienne shares insights from her journey as an author and certified coach, offering actionable tips for authors at any stage. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: adriennegiordano.com https://adriennegiordano.com/coaching-corner https://www.facebook.com/AdrienneGiordanoAuthor/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Adrienne-Giordano/author/B00515T88E Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

In this episode, bestselling authors Kathleen Antrim and DP Lyle, the co-creators of Outliers Writing University, delve into the unique class offerings, emphasizing the significance of being an 'outlier' in the writing world, and how instructors like Jeffrey Deaver, James Rollins, and Hank Phillippi Ryan bring a wealth of real-world author experience to the program. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.outlierswritinguniversity.com/ www.dplylemd.com www.kathleenantrim.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

Join the lads for a chat with contemporary national security thriller author David Bruns about his journey from military service in submarines to writing bestselling thrillers. They delve into essential craft lessons, effective co-writing strategies, and industry insights, including the impact of AI, marketing, and community building for authors. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.bruns-olson.com https://severnriverbooks.com/collections/david-bruns https://www.amazon.com/stores/David-Bruns/author/B00E4UG1DC Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

Bestselling fiction authors and co-authors of The Trope Thesaurus: Mystery and Thriller, Jennifer Hilt and Sara Rosette, join the show to talk all things tropes. They explore the nuances between tropes and clichés, the importance of integrating tropes such as secrets identities and found family into storytelling, while also addressing how reader expectations influence the evolution of these literary devices. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GGTFV5HG https://www.sararosett.com/ www.jenniferhilt.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

In this episode the lads are joined by Damon Courtney of BookFunnel to discuss the platform's evolution over the past decade, including its expansion into audiobooks and supporting direct sales. Discover insights on how BookFunnel empowers indie authors in building mailing lists and seamlessly delivering eBooks and audiobooks, plus a few industry insights from a seasoned expert. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.bookfunnel.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

Past guests and friends of the show join Doug and Nick to express their utter surprise that the show has lasted this long, and to share their wisdom on things they'd do differently if they were starting their author career over, and their big ticket focuses for the year ahead. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: tonyakappes.com franklinhorton.com bookfunnel.com deannaroy.com alexsigmore.com betterfasteracademy.com armandrosamilia.com https://www.youtube.com/@ArmandRosamilia cherylbradshaw.com drewstricklandbooks.com www.jamialbright.com www.dplylemd.com www.rjpbooks.com www.kierstenmodglinauthor.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

The delightful Jane Friedman shares her journey from a college intern to a seasoned freelance publishing expert, highlighting her unique position as a bridge between traditional and indie publishing. She discusses the evolving landscape of the publishing industry, the impact of AI, and the importance for her of providing foundational resources for aspiring writers, while also balancing free and paid content to support her mission and livelihood. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: janefriedman.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jane-Friedman/author/B004KHXQ0U Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

In this episode, Nick and Doug chat with returning guest NYT bestselling author JD Barker about his soon to be released prequel trilogy to his incredibly successful Four Monkey Killer (4MK) series. They explore the complexities of adding to a well known series with an intricate plot and timeline, and the trickiness of maintaining continuity. They also touch on adapting books for the screen, and much more. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: jdbarker.com https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/J._D._Barker https://www.amazon.com/stores/J.D.-Barker/author/B005FCUYU4 https://www.facebook.com/therealjdbarker Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

The marvellous Janet Margo joins the lads to share her extensive experience from Amazon, Scribd, and running her own Amazon Ads company, Book Geeks Media, to offer valuable advice on Amazon ads for authors at different stages of their careers. Whatever stage you're at with your ads, this episode has some great content for you. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: bookgeeksmedia.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B097Z8N581 Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

Golden Globe winning screenwriter Jeff Abugov shares his journey from childhood storytelling to becoming a successful writer in Hollywood, on shows such as Cheers, Roseanne, The Golden Girls, and Two and a Half Men. He candidly discusses the pressures of writing for television, the transition to novel writing, and the importance of taking criticism and working hard to succeed. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.jeffabugov.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jeff-Abugov/author/B018UWD7FE https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0009488/ Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

The lads had the opportunity to chat with the always insightful publishing and marketing aficionado David Gaughran. From his super-popular newsletter to his free courses and books, they dig into key areas of indie publishing, making this an episode you won’t want to miss. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: davidgaughran.com https://davidgaughran.com/books-for-authors/ https://courses.davidgaughran.com/courses/starting-from-zero https://www.youtube.com/@DavidGaughran Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.harveybooks.com/subscribe-landing-page Doug:  https://authordouglaspratt.com/mailing-list

In this episode, New York Times and USA Today bestselling thriller author, Allison Brennan, shares her journey from being a reader to a celebrated author, discussing her writing process, the importance of editors, the evolution of her career, and her focus on character development in storytelling. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: allisonbrennan.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/Allison-Brennan/author/B001IGV6FI https://www.facebook.com/AllisonBrennan www.outlierswritinguniversity.com https://www.outlierswritinguniversity.com/event-details/class-51-the-villains-journey Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Joe Solari, the man behind Author Nation and specialist in helping authors succeed in their careers, joins the lads for a deep dive into the much talked about Amazon algorithms, highlighting the big topics from Joe's exhaustively researched article on the subject (linked in the show notes). Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.authornation.live joesolari.com https://wiki.authornation.live/The-Hidden-Rules-of-Amazon-A-Smart-Guide-for-Self-Publishing-Authors-217762f8793a806b9109d5858e911e36 Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

NYT and USAT bestselling historical fiction author Kate Quinn shares her journey from a young writer inspired by her librarian mother to a successful author of historical fiction, highlighting her unique approach to storytelling and the challenges of writing multi-timeline novels. She delves into how she balances fact and fiction in her historical narratives, and discusses the genre shift for her upcoming fantasy adventure, The Astral Library, along with her collaboration with Janie Chang on a novel set during the San Francisco earthquake of 1906. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.katequinnauthor.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kate-Quinn/author/B002VXE8IE https://www.facebook.com/KateQuinnAuthor Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Matty Dalrymple and Michael La Ronn from the non-profit Alliance of Independent Authors join the lads to talk about what an ALLi membership provides and the many free services available. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.allianceindependentauthors.org/members/join?affid=19081 https://selfpublishingadvice.org/best-self-publishing-services/ Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

In this engaging episode, Willow Winters shares her journey from a stay-at-home mom to successful romance author, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of self-publishing. She discusses the importance of diversifying income streams, leveraging platforms like Patreon, and the strategic shift from Kindle Unlimited to a wider distribution. Willow emphasizes the value of building a sustainable business model in the ever-evolving publishing landscape. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://willowwinterswrites.com/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Willow-Winters/author/B01G9J9JKW https://sexliesandblankpages.fireside.fm/page/2 Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Bestselling thriller author Mary Stone joins the lads and reveals her bold transition from healthcare marketing to thriving author, navigating the shift from romance to thrillers, and building a self-publishing empire. Discover her insights on pen names, co-writing, and the creative process that fuelled her success. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://authormarystone.com/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mary-Stone/author/B07Q2G3KZC https://www.facebook.com/authormarystone Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Thriller author Luke Richardson joins the lads to talk about his leap from teaching to writing full-time, fueled by his global travels. Discover how his vivid, tactile descriptions bring exotic locations to life in his archaeological thrillers, and his take on crafting compelling female protagonists. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.lukerichardsonauthor.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/Luke-Richardson/author/B07RBBLWYV https://www.facebook.com/lukerichardsonauthor/ https://www.instagram.com/lukerichaa https://www.tiktok.com/@lukerichardsonauthor https://www.youtube.com/@RichaBooks draft2digital.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

The lads chat with the nicest guy in publishing, Dan Wood from Draft2Digital, a one-stop-shop for self-publishing authors to format ebooks, distribute to stores, and track sales. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: draft2digital.com smashwords.com books2read.com bookcovers.com www.authoremail.com www.booksflyer.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

In part two of their year in review, Doug and Nick are joined once again by the fabulous authors and hosts of the Wish I'd Known Then Podcast Sara Rosett and Jami Albright. In this episode they discuss what they've seen this year with newsletters, translations, and audiobooks. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2121723 www.jamialbright.com www.sararosett.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

The wonderful Sara Rosett and Jami Albright from the Wish I'd Known Then Podcast join Doug and Nick for part one of their 2025 year in review. In this episode they look back on their author experience from the past twelve months, discuss platforms for special editions and unique author-centric projects, and the state of play in the world of social media. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2121723 www.jamialbright.com www.sararosett.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Join the lads as they dive into the world of NYT bestselling author Robert Dugoni, exploring his journey from law to literature and the creation of his beloved Tracy Crosswhite series. Discover how Robert crafts compelling characters and gripping plots that keep readers on the edge of their seats. This episode is like a mini-masterclass! Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.robertdugonibooks.com/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Robert-Dugoni/author/B001IR1RJC https://www.facebook.com/AuthorRobertDugoni https://www.scotturbach.com/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Scott-Urbach/author/B0F2M8XG36 Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: http://www.douglas-pratt.com Website: https://www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug: http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

In this episode, Nick and Doug dive into the world of Amazon ads with Sara Usera, the creator of BooksFlyer, a tool designed to optimize ad bids for authors. Discover how Sara's journey from marketing to software development led to a solution that simplifies ad management and enhances efficiency for authors worldwide. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.booksflyer.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

The always-fun, bestselling author Suzy K. Quinn traces how her mum’s love of English sparked her career across traditional and self-publishing. She digs into industry surprises, why likability matters, and blending humour with emotional depth. Plus, the listener question comes from non-other than Longmire author Craig Johnson! Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.suzykquinn.com/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Suzy-K-Quinn/author/B00A8G2OO6 https://www.facebook.com/suzykquinnbooks/ Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

The lads chat with the always engaging co-founder of Reedsy, Ricardo Fayet, who explains how the author's marketplace service works. On the heels of one of the most interesting presentations at the NINC conference, Ricardo gives the Cliff Notes version of how the world is now searching for books (and everything else) on the internet. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: reedsy.com books.reedsy.com www.ricardofayet.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Prolific multi-genre author and indie publishing guru, Craig Martelle, joins Nick and Doug for a fascinating chat covering writing as a business, the indie landscape, getting started, and much more. Plus, kicking things off in this episode, Becca Symes drops in with a Patreon Listener Question. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.craigmartelle.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B01AQVF3ZY https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/beccasyme/dear-writer-you-still-need-to-quit https://help.vellum.pub/guides/box-set/ Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Don't miss this episode with the New York Times bestselling author of the Longmire series, Craig Johnson. The lads have fun asking plenty of questions about craft, keeping the stories authentic to their setting, and plenty more. They went extra long for this gem! Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.craigallenjohnson.com/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Craig-Johnson/author/B001IODQEO https://www.facebook.com/OfficialCraigJohnson Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Author and entrepreneur James Blatch joins the lads to chat about his SPS Live conference in London, the continuation of the Learn Self Publishing courses, Vinci Books, and much more in a great episode full of cool author info. Plus, Jeremy Flagg from Cover Villain drops in with a Patreon Listener Question. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.learnselfpublishing.com/ https://www.vinci-books.com/ https://www.jamesblatch.com/ www.indiewritersclub.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/James-Blatch/author/B091FX11F5 covervillain.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Joe Solari, the man behind one of the largest author conferences, Author Nation, sits down to chat with Nick and Doug about the conference and how to get the most out of attending. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.authornation.live/ https://joesolari.com/ Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

The delightful Jen Danna who also writes under the pen name Sara Driscoll joins Doug and Nick to chat about her latest release, Shadow Play, having a dog as a major character, and moving on from losing her writing partner. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: jenjdanna.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B01M3WH6PA https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jen-J.-Danna/author/B00BHYUWX8 https://www.facebook.com/JenJDanna Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

In this special edition, Doug and Nick chat live with authors, organizers, and industry guests at the 2025 Novelists Inc conference in St Pete Beach, Florida. Find out why hundreds of successful authors attend this event every year to network, get the latest info, and discover the Tiki Bar! Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: ninc.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, Alessandra Torre, joins the lads to chat about publishing, her annual author conference, InkersCon, and Authors A.I., that uses artificial intelligence to help authors with their development and editing process. InkersCon discount code for listeners: TWOA50 Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.alessandratorre.com/ https://www.alessandratorreink.com/ https://inkerscon.com/ https://authors.ai/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Alessandra-Torre/author/B0095WFMGQ InkersCon discount code for listeners: TWOA50 https://help.vellum.pub/guides/reuse/ Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Author and Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, Becca Syme, brings her Better-Faster Academy coaching prowess to the show and conducts a session with our very own Doug! While Nick tries not to heckle too much, Becca does her best to unlock the secrets to Doug's strengths. If you've ever wondered how your Clifton Strengths can be understood and applied to your author career, then you won't want to miss this episode. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: rlsyme.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/R.L.-Syme/author/B00DY57M72 betterfasteracademy.com https://www.facebook.com/rlsymeauthor https://www.facebook.com/betterfasteracademy https://betterfasteracademy.com/podcast/ Backgrounds and Borders Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Doug and Nick chat with the always interesting and entertaining man behind K-Lytics, Alex Newton. He talks about the services he provides and delves into many of the features and real-world applications for the data. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: k-lytics.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

USA Today bestselling mystery author Sara Rosett joins Doug and Nick to discuss cozies, in-depth research, Kickstarters, special editions, and her exciting new subscription project. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.sararosett.com https://wishidknownforwriters.com/ https://www.sararosett.com/mystery-books-podcast/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sara-Rosett/author/B001IXRPSS Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Legend of the Indie author community and host of the brilliant Creative Penn Podcast, Joanna Penn, joined the lads for a lap around the shifting tides of authoring, AI, Kickstarters, and much, much more. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: http://www.jfpenn.com/buried https://creativepennbooks.com/en-us jfpenn.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/J.-F.-Penn/author/B00AVLL4WG https://www.facebook.com/TheCreativePenn https://www.facebook.com/JFPennAuthor https://help.vellum.pub/elements/about-the-author/#social Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

USA Today bestselling author and founder of Severn River Publishing, Andrew Watts, dropped in to chat with Doug and Nick about how he used his military experience to forge authentic stories,  stepping away from writing to build SRP, and forging a path ahead in a difficult business environment. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://severnriverbooks.com/ https://linktr.ee/andrew_watts https://tenhutmedia.com/ Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

AI powered translation provider, ScribeShadow, has taken off like a rocket lately, and co-owner Marisa joins the lads to talk about how the program is helping authors access foreign markets. She also kindly provided listeners of the show a 30% discount for first time users with the code twoauthors. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.scribeshadow.com app.scribeshadow.com Discount code twoauthors for 30% off first time users Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Gareth Brown, author of the Sunday Times and USA Today bestseller, The Book of Doors, joins the lads to discuss his new release, The Society of Unknowable Objects, crafting his magical laced thrillers by the seat of his pants, and knowing when to start over. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.garethbrownbooks.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/Gareth-Brown/author/B0C5N57FVC https://www.instagram.com/garethjbrown13/ https://bsky.app/profile/garethjohnbrown.bsky.social https://help.vellum.pub/text-features/written-note/ Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

The lads are joined by the dynamic Michael Evans, who discusses his Author Sidekick newsletter and his latest project, Creatorwood, a software that will bring your story to life as a movie or series under your direction. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://lair.authorsidekick.com/ https://authorsidekick.com/pages/beyond-the-book-podcast https://blog.creatorwood.tv/subscribe  Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

NYT bestselling author of historical and contemporary romance fiction author, Susan Wiggs, joins Nick and Doug to talk about her latest novel, Wayward Girls, her pen-to-paper writing, the things that haven't changed in the author biz, and plotting the pantsing. Links from the Show: www.susanwiggs.com https://www.facebook.com/susanwiggs https://www.amazon.com/stores/Susan-Wiggs/author/B000AQ1FJO https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9TSSL3Z https://wishidknownforwriters.com/275-2 Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Switching things up, Nick and Doug take the show weekly and kick off the new era with Brad West from Vellum giving listeners the industry insights and tips on the premier book formatting software. The lads also introduce their new Patreon where listeners can encourage them to keep recording shows by throwing them a few coins! Links from the Show: vellum.pub Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Reese's Book Club Pick and New York Times bestselling author, Gillian McAllister, joins the show to discuss her unique method for completing a manuscript, the US and UK as different markets, and how she crafts her twisty, chart topping thrillers. Links from the Show: gillianmcallister.com https://www.instagram.com/gillianmauthor https://www.amazon.com/stores/Gillian-McAllister/author/B06XQTJLJ5 https://www.facebook.com/gillianmcallisterauthor Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

USA Today sci-fi and fantasy bestseller Kevin McLaughlin joins Nick and Doug to discuss building a prolific catalogue, his amazing ability to recall plots, and the benefits and shortfalls of using AI to help your author career. Yup, they brave the crossfire and talk about one the hottest and most controversial subjects in the author world today. Links from the Show: https://kevinomclaughlin.com/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kevin-McLaughlin/author/B004WYXIUO https://www.facebook.com/kevins.studio Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Amazon chart topping mystery and thriller author LynDee Walker joins the show to chat about how she's adapted into adjacent genres, co-writing a series, and plotting as a pantser. Links from the Show: lyndeewalker.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B009PD6PKW https://www.facebook.com/lyndeewalkerbooks www.outlierswritinguniversity.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

NY Times bestselling sci-fi and non-fiction author Malorie Cooper joins Doug and Nick to talk about what's going on with Facebook Ads these days. With over a decade of marketing savvy working for herself and a host of clients, Mal gives us the skinny on the ever-moving landscape of the unpredictable ad platform. Links from the Show: www.thewritingwives.com www.aeon14.com https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B008I6L0Q6 https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B071FJHK9K https://www.facebook.com/soyarma/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/thewritingwives https://www.outlierswritinguniversity.com/intensives Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors Discover us here: Website: www.douglas-pratt.com Website: www.harveybooks.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVE Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3 Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228 Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWrites Facebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNick Email address: [email protected] Production: Intro by: Kim Bretton Edited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing Services Music by: AML - Productions Newsletter sign-up Nick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignup Doug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html