The Rebel Author Podcast

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What's The Rebel Author Podcast about?

A motivational show for all the creatives out there with an inner rebel. Listen for interviews, industry news, tips, tricks and tools to help you take your creative business to the next level.

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The Rebel Author Podcast episodes:

05.01.2024
The Black Herron: Episode 20
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron episode twenty. Don’t forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on...
05.01.2024
240 How to Write Historical Romance with Bianca Blythe
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The fundamentals of historical romance Balancing historical accuracy with creative storytelling Creating historical authenticity in your work Main tropes in historical fiction Handling sensitive topics within historical contexts Find out more about Bianca: Author Website Rebel of the Week is: Josh...
04.24.2024
239 Burnout for Writers with Liz Lincoln
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What is burnout Differentiating burnout from everyday stress Recovering from burnout How to establish better boundaries The importance of self care to prevent burnout Find out more about Liz: Owl Moon Coaching Instagram Rebel of the Week is: Angela If you’d like to...
04.17.2024
238 How to Write Trans Characters with Dharma Kelleher
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The importance of representation in our books Writing trans and queer characters when cisgendered Harmful tropes and stereotypes to avoid Working with a sensitivity reader Balancing educating readers and creating an engaging story Find out more about Dharma: Author Website Facebook Threads Instagram TikTok Rebel...
04.10.2024
237 How to Write Using Tarot with Mariëlle S Smith
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What are tarot cards and how do they work How tarot cards can help authors start creating Common blockers writers struggle with Learning to interpret tarot cards Using tarot to create characters and plot Sacha's Tarot Cards: Find out more...
04.03.2024
236 How to Pitch Podcasts with Michelle Glogovac
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The structure of a good pitch Finding the right podcasts to pitch to What authors should be prepared to speak about Benefits of a podcast tour when launching a book Interview tips and tricks Find out more about Michelle: MichelleGlogovac.com Facebook Instagram Twitter Rebel...
04.01.2024
The Black Herron: Episode 19
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number nineteen between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron episode nineteen. Don’t forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the...
03.27.2024
235 Creativity, Business, and Publishing with Aurora Winter
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: How to pivot successfully Fiction vs. nonfiction author business structure Creating multiple streams of income The neuroscience behind memorable messages Lessons learned from TV writing and producing Find out more about Aurora: Kickstarter for Magic, Mystery and the Multiverse Linktree Magic, Mystery...
03.20.2024
234 How to Write LitRPG with Michael Chatfield
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What is LitRPG and how it differs from fantasy Major craft pillars of LitRPG Elements of worldbuilding to focus on Creating game mechanics, rules, and in-game quests Common business models for LitRPG authors Links I mentioned: Storygarden Summit March 19...
03.13.2024
233 Unblock Your Creativity with the Enneagram with Claire Taylor
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What is the enneagram and how to use it as writers Motivation and why it doesn’t always look right How to pursue what you want What rest and resilience look like for different enneagram types Manifesting as a...
03.06.2024
232 Audiobook Publishing in 2024 with Kate Runde
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Why audio is important Trends for audiobook publishing in 2024 How Podium works with indie authors Tips for marketing audiobooks Choosing a narrator Links I mentioned: House of Crimson Hearts is out now! Find out more about Kate: Podium Audio Rebel of the...
03.01.2024
The Black Herron: Episode 18
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number eighteen between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode eighteen. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on...
02.28.2024
231 Kickstarter for Authors with Anthea Sharp
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What is Kickstarter? Incorporating Kickstarter into your business model Common mistakes with Kickstarter Driving traffic to your Kickstarter page Rewards, add ons, and stretch goals The timeline - set up, marketing, fulfillment Links I mentioned: Kickstarter: Special Edition NSFW Lesbian Vampire...
02.21.2024
230 Writing Queer Romance with Dana Hawkins
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What is queer joy Elements of the opposites attract trope Worldbuilding for contemporary romance Writing relatable characters The importance of author community Links I mentioned: Kickstarter: Special Edition NSFW Lesbian Vampire Romance Hardcover – House of Crimson Hearts Preorder House of...
02.14.2024
229 Why Running Your Author Business is Child’s Play with Jo Watson
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: How running a business is like being a parent Why write a nonfiction book? Staying resilient while running a business Tips for writing humorously Improving your copywriting Links I mentioned: Kickstarter: Special Edition NSFW Lesbian Vampire Romance Hardcover - House...
02.07.2024
228 Publishing Predictions for 2024 and Beyond with Clayton Noblit
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Highlights from Written Word Media’s 2023 author survey Indie author business structures What is meant by MVP books Community building and author branding AI predictions and how it affects authors Making your business more sustainable Prose in the Market Webinar...
02.01.2024
The Black Herron: Episode 17
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number seventeen between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode seventeen. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on...
01.31.2024
227 Author Planning 2024 with Audrey Hughey
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Important elements of author planning Overwhelm (both caused and relieved by planning) Goal setting and organizing Planning tips for parents and carers Creating and printing planners Prose in the Market Webinar Information: I am running three session times to try...
01.24.2024
226 How To Write Horror with Jesse D'Angelo
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Common tropes of the horror genre Lessons learned from acting in and directing horror films The major pillars of horror writing Craft tips for eliciting a fear emotion response Marketing advice for horror writers Prose in the Market Webinar...
01.17.2024
225 How to Write Reverse Harem Romance with Cara Clare
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What is the “why choose” genre Keeping characters unique in a large cast Writing interconnected romantic relationships Crafting hooks and marketing for reverse harem Tools and tricks for writing quickly Prose in the Market Webinar Information: I am running three...
01.10.2024
224 Author Branding for 2024 with Anna Caig
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Creating an author-based marketing plan Boosting engagement on socials Finding your author voice, style, and brand Making yourself more human in the age of AI Mindset shift for self-promotion Links I mentioned: A Game of Hearts and Heists Audiobook Prose in...
01.03.2024
223 Beautiful Books and Selling Direct with Angela J. Ford
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Platforms for selling a multitude of products direct Creating your own book boxes Sourcing products and artwork Marketing your direct store Creating high quality books Prose in the Market Webinar Information: I am running three session times to try and...
01.01.2024
The Black Herron: Episode 16
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number sixteen between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron episode sixteen. Don’t forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the...
12.27.2023
222 Story Hypothesis with JP Rindfleisch IX
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Story hypothesis and how it connects to theme Max-Neef’s nine needs Developing the journey of a character through theme Raising stakes and conflict Key scenes to embed theme in your story Prose in the Market Webinar Information: I am running...
12.20.2023
221 How to Write Four Books a Year with Ines Johnson
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Systems and structures to write faster Planning needed to write four books a year Why accountability works Lessons learned from selling direct Directing readers to your store Prose in the Market Webinar Information: I am running three session times to...
12.13.2023
220 How To Launch a Successful Series with Helen Scheuerer
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Craft and business lessons from launching a series Creating and utilizing street teams successfully Using outreach to boost your launches Maintaining momentum between launches Streamlining the production of a series Prose in the Market Webinar Information: I am running three...
12.06.2023
219 Selling Direct, TikTok Shop, and Taking Ownership of Your Sales with Adam Beswick
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Tools and software for selling direct Driving traffic to your Shopify store Lessons learned from selling direct Admin involved in having your own store Using social media to promote your store Find out more about Adam: Instagram @Northern_writer TikTok @a.p_beswick_author Author Store Rebel...
12.01.2023
The Black Herron: Episode 15
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number fifteen between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode fifteen. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on...
11.29.2023
218 Writing High Quality Children’s Books as an Indie Author with Holger Nils Pohl
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Writing a children’s book from concept to completion Working with illustrators and translators Creating a high quality product The business side of back matter Creating clarity in your work Find out more about Holger: Author Website The Wrong Planet Rebel of the...
11.22.2023
217 Strategies for Mastering Your Reading Habits with Nick Hutchison
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Personal development books Choosing what to read next Starting a new reading habit Reading effectively and taking notes 11-step method for success Find out more about Nick: Rise of the Reader Nick's Website BookThinkers DM Nick at instagram.com/bookthinkers for personalized book recommendation Rebel of...
11.15.2023
216 Feminist Fantasy with Laura Bates
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Writing about gender equality and women’s issues Choosing which messages to refine in your book Managing the emotional toll of writing sensitive topics Character development in feminist storytelling Using accessible language This week’s question is: what are you asking...
11.08.2023
215 Planning Your 2024 Self Publishing with Orna Ross
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Planning as an indie author Maker, manager and marketeer How to plan for 2024 What being a good publisher means Knowing what to measure This week’s question is: who or what is inspiring or motivating you at the moment? Recommendation...
11.01.2023
The Black Herron: Episode 14
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number fourteen between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron episode fourteen. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on...
11.01.2023
214 Editing for Clarity and Sensory Detail with Krystal Craiker
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What does “editing for clarity” mean How to write with more clarity Developing self-editing skills When to use sensory details How PWA can help with clarity and sensory detail This week’s question is: What's the most valuable lesson you've...
10.25.2023
213 How to Write Folklore Inspired Fiction with Icy Sedgwick
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: How to leverage folklore in your narrative Using folklore as the basis of a fictional story Translating folklore into modern story Incorporating folklore without appropriating cultures Famous works that draw from folklore and mythology This week’s question is: what...
10.18.2023
212 Writing Controversy with Paulette Stout
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Writing about taboo and controversial topics Educating readers through your work Working with sensitivity readers Setting and managing sales expectations Navigating genre expectations This week’s question is: what one book do you want to read before the year is...
10.11.2023
211 Writing the Shadow Self with Joanna Penn
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What the shadow is and its importance for writers Identifying shadow elements How to know if you’re tapping into the shadows Capitalizing on your shadow in the age of AI Shadow in a character’s back story and relationships This...
10.04.2023
210 Writing and Selling Middle Grade Fiction with Melisa Torres
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Business differences with middle grade fiction Marketing middle grade fiction How to engage with your audience Advice for in-person events Creating dialogue that resonates with younger readers This week’s question is: Tell me about a skill/party trick you have...
09.27.2023
209 Beyond Your First Book with Lewis Jorstad
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The four different types of series How to plan when writing a series Series arcs and what plot points they need Keeping later books engaging What to put in a series bible This week’s question is: What part of...
09.20.2023
208 TikTok for Authors in 2023 with A.K. Mulford and Anne Kemp
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: TikTok basics Ratio of engaging posts vs. promotional posts Content creation ideas Capitalising on hype mode and content foraging Using lives to help your launches This week’s question is: Do you believe in the idea of a "muse" or...
09.13.2023
207 Using Settings in Romance with Emma Roze
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The importance of setting in romance Romance subplot pacing Using a romance subplot to enhance the main plot Improving your writing using the senses Romance subplot for character development This week’s question is: where do you write? Recommendation of the...
09.06.2023
206 Systems for Authors with Katlyn Duncan
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The importance of having a system Balancing creative work and parenting Techniques for the writing/publishing process Streamlining your process with digital tools Community building as an author parent This week’s question is: What fictional world would you like to...
09.01.2023
The Black Herron: Episode 13
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number thirteen between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode thirteen. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on...
08.30.2023
205 Creator Economy for Authors with Michael Evans
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What the creator economy is Community building vs. writing books How to authentically monetize our community Expanding revenue streams with author-owned brands Recovering from burnout This week’s question is: What are you struggling with in your author business right...
08.23.2023
204 From Book to Film with Fan Investors with Nova McBee
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: How fan-backed film development works Developing an indie series into a movie Creating contacts for character research Writing characters who are different from us Creating rich settings This week’s question is: what’s the best writing conference or event you’ve...
08.16.2023
203 Selling on Amazon with Michaella Parkes
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What is the Amazon Kindle Storyteller Award Marketing tips to sell more books on Amazon Advice for first-time authors publishing through Amazon KDP The algorithm and how to make it work for you Upcoming trends to pay attention...
08.09.2023
202 Planning a Novel with Megan Haskell and Greta Boris
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Overview of planning a novel Filling our creative wells Tips for brainstorming How to approach world building Things to consider before starting a series This week’s question is: Tell me the last thing you did for pure joy Recommendation of...
08.02.2023
201 How to Master Your Dialogue with Jeff Elkins
Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The difference between dialogue and exposition Making dialogue shine in the four parts of a scene Developing character voice Letting emotion influence dialogue The four types of characters This week’s question is: recommend me a podcast Recommendation of the week...
08.01.2023
The Black Herron: Episode 12
Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twelve between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode twelve. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on...
07.26.2023
Celebrating 200 Episodes of The Rebel Author Podcast with Sacha Black and Rebels
A big thank you to all of my lovely patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by...

What's The Rebel Author Podcast about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

The Rebel Author Podcast episodes:

The Black Herron: Episode 20

240 How to Write Historical Romance with Bianca Blythe

239 Burnout for Writers with Liz Lincoln

238 How to Write Trans Characters with Dharma Kelleher

237 How to Write Using Tarot with Mariëlle S Smith

236 How to Pitch Podcasts with Michelle Glogovac

The Black Herron: Episode 19

235 Creativity, Business, and Publishing with Aurora Winter

234 How to Write LitRPG with Michael Chatfield

233 Unblock Your Creativity with the Enneagram with Claire Taylor

232 Audiobook Publishing in 2024 with Kate Runde

The Black Herron: Episode 18

231 Kickstarter for Authors with Anthea Sharp

230 Writing Queer Romance with Dana Hawkins

229 Why Running Your Author Business is Child’s Play with Jo Watson

228 Publishing Predictions for 2024 and Beyond with Clayton Noblit

The Black Herron: Episode 17

227 Author Planning 2024 with Audrey Hughey

226 How To Write Horror with Jesse D'Angelo

225 How to Write Reverse Harem Romance with Cara Clare

224 Author Branding for 2024 with Anna Caig

223 Beautiful Books and Selling Direct with Angela J. Ford

The Black Herron: Episode 16

222 Story Hypothesis with JP Rindfleisch IX

221 How to Write Four Books a Year with Ines Johnson

220 How To Launch a Successful Series with Helen Scheuerer

219 Selling Direct, TikTok Shop, and Taking Ownership of Your Sales with Adam Beswick

The Black Herron: Episode 15

218 Writing High Quality Children’s Books as an Indie Author with Holger Nils Pohl

217 Strategies for Mastering Your Reading Habits with Nick Hutchison

216 Feminist Fantasy with Laura Bates

215 Planning Your 2024 Self Publishing with Orna Ross

The Black Herron: Episode 14

214 Editing for Clarity and Sensory Detail with Krystal Craiker

213 How to Write Folklore Inspired Fiction with Icy Sedgwick

212 Writing Controversy with Paulette Stout

211 Writing the Shadow Self with Joanna Penn

210 Writing and Selling Middle Grade Fiction with Melisa Torres

209 Beyond Your First Book with Lewis Jorstad

208 TikTok for Authors in 2023 with A.K. Mulford and Anne Kemp

207 Using Settings in Romance with Emma Roze

206 Systems for Authors with Katlyn Duncan

The Black Herron: Episode 13

205 Creator Economy for Authors with Michael Evans

204 From Book to Film with Fan Investors with Nova McBee

203 Selling on Amazon with Michaella Parkes

202 Planning a Novel with Megan Haskell and Greta Boris

201 How to Master Your Dialogue with Jeff Elkins

The Black Herron: Episode 12

Celebrating 200 Episodes of The Rebel Author Podcast with Sacha Black and Rebels

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