Become a Writer Today

My guest today is Hiten Vyas. He is the founder of Writing Tips Oasis, a fantastic resource for writers. 

Writing Tips Oasis started in 2014 to help writers across India ride on the wave of digital publishing that was about to take over the country. The site used to be called e-Books India and published regular articles that helped writers improve their writing and learn how to market and sell their ebooks and books.

However, by the very nature of the Internet, the materials quickly reached writers, authors, freelancers, and independent publishers from across the world—the brand e-Books India needed to be more expansive, so Hiten rebranded.

Writing Tips Oasis provides tips, advice, and guidance for published authors, freelance writers, business writers, journalists, and poets. 

In this episode, we discuss the following:

• Hiten's entrepreneurial journey
• How to generate a sustainable income from writing
• The free novel writing course available on Writing Tips Oasis

Resources:

The Writing Tips Oasis website

Sign up for Novice to Novel – A Free Novel Writing Course

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Welcome to another episode of the Become a Writer Today podcast. Today we have an exciting lineup for all you aspiring writers out there. In this episode, we'll dive into the world of motivational books. 

We'll explore eleven must-read titles that will inspire and ignite your personal and professional creativity.

Get ready to discover some old classics that have stood the test of time and some contemporary gems that will challenge your mindset. From Dale Carnegie's timeless masterpiece to James Clear's revolutionary "Atomic Habits," we've covered everything. 

So please sit back, relax, and let's dive into the world of motivation and inspiration. 

But before we start, I'd like to remind you to leave a review for our show on iTunes and share it with your fellow writers. Your support helps us reach more people who can benefit from our content. Also, remember to check out our companion YouTube channel for even more writing advice. 

So, without further ado, let's jump into the captivating world of motivational books and become the best writers we can be!

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In this episode of the Become a Writer Today podcast, my guest is an entrepreneur and author, David Jenyns, who specializes in helping business owners, entrepreneurs, and creatives like you scale their businesses through the power of systems. 

David introduces his book SYSTEMology, which outlines seven stages of implementing systems and processes in a business, from defining to optimizing.

He emphasizes the importance of mapping out client flows and using automation to improve efficiency.

David also shares his experience in writing and promoting his own book, as well as the benefits of delegating tasks and hiring part-time help or offshoring for solopreneurs with a tight budget.

In this episode, we discuss the following:

• The importance of lead generation and onboarding
• The need for business owners to delegate tasks 
• Building a business that doesn't solely rely on the owner's skills

Resources:

David's Website

SYSTEMology on Amazon

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In this episode, I consider some of the best books on creativity. Many aspiring writers and artists feel they don’t have what it takes to express themselves. I felt the same way for years. 

The funny thing is that all creatives have felt this at some point during their careers. It’s a common theme found in many of the best books about creativity. Other themes include procrastination, fear of failure, and even a fear of success!

I’ve read dozens of creativity books over the years. This guide profiles the best creativity books for modern writers and artists, so you can start writing, creating, and publishing your best works.

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In this week's podcast, we're diving into the thrilling world of Stephen King and exploring some of his most captivating best-selling novels. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just discovering King's work, these books are guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat.

So buckle up and get lost in Stephen King's world of spine-tingling suspense, heart-pounding thrills, and unforgettable characters. Discover why his books have become cultural touchstones and made King a literary legend.

Until next time, keep listening and let your imagination soar!

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Do you want to learn how to become a prolific screenwriter?

I love catching up with screenwriters. I don't write screenplays myself, but it's a fascinating genre because many principles apply to other types of writing.

My guest today is Brock Swinson. He's the interviewer for Creative Screenwriting magazine and the author of Ink by the Barrel, which illustrates Brock's prolific writing principles.

In the interview, Brock shares his secrets for breaking into the screenwriting industry and how to overcome the most significant challenge most writers face. 

In this episode, we discuss the following:

• Screenwriting principles
• Productivity hacks and the intersection between creativity and productivity
• The importance of finding your voice and organizing your ideas
• Balancing writing with editing and marketing
• The benefits of becoming a Patreon

Resources:

Creative Principles Podcast

Creative Screenwriting

Brock's Website

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Would you like to break into freelance writing? And if so, how do you pitch the editors of big-name publications? 

I was a freelance writer and journalist before I set up Become a Writer Today. It was a challenging profession. I studied journalism in college for a few years, and when I graduated, I struggled to find any work at all. 

It was only when I specialized in a particular niche that I was able to start finding regular commissions. And even then, I found it quite difficult to pay the bills as a freelance writer. 

If you're looking to get into freelance writing, my tip is to spend some time each week or every other week pitching for new clients and finding additional work, even if you have enough work in the queue.

This week's interviewee, Rebecca Weber, has written for several prestigious publications, including CNN, Forbes, and The Guardian. She's an expert at pitching high-profile editors. 

In this week's interview, she goes through her five-step process, which you should use to pitch an editor for a publication. I wish I'd known about this five-step process as a freelance journalist. It would have saved me a lot of time and heartache.

In this episode, we discuss the following:

• The importance of researching before you pitch
• Considering your unique angle
• Keeping abreast of trends

Resources:

Rebecca's Website

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Many people say they have a book inside them, but few actually take the time to write it. Writing a book is a great way to build a personal brand and authority and make a name for yourself. But it takes a lot of work to write a book. So why even do it?

This week, I caught up with Anna David, a New York Times best-selling author of not one but eight different books. 

She also runs a company, Legacy Launch Pad Publishing. Her company helps people build authority and, in some cases, reach The New York Times bestseller list. 

Anna made the point that whether you're writing a book or working with a ghostwriter, asking yourself a few questions before starting on page one is helpful. For example:

• What is my book about? 
• Who is my book for? 
• And what does success look like? 

That's an exercise I undertook a couple of years ago when I started writing and self-publishing books. Once I understood what the book was about, it immediately gave me some constraints to work within. 

In this episode, we discuss the following:

• The process of identifying what success looks like for you.
• The importance of understanding your ideal reader.
• How to motivate yourself to finish that book!

Resources:

Anna's website

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My guest today is Josh Spector, a writer, podcaster, and consultant. He also runs an engaging newsletter over at fortheinterested.com.

Josh has been publishing the For The Interested Newsletter for almost seven years. It exists to help creative entrepreneurs grow their audience and business.

Around a year ago, Josh launched the podcast I Want to Know. It's a three-question podcast. Guests come on and ask three questions about things they're struggling with, trying to figure out how to grow their audience or business.

Josh also operates as a consultant, offering clarity calls where he takes people through his framework to help them develop their strategy for audience growth.

In Josh's words, "In order to build an audience, you have to provide value."

"You want to help a specific person who's at point A get to point B. And your content, your product, your social posts, your services, whatever you're doing — free or paid — is the bridge that gets them from point A to point B."

In this episode, we discuss:

• Providing value for your audience
• Getting the total value out of the content you create
• Leveraging social media

Resources:

For The Interested Newsletter

Josh's Website

I Want To Know Podcast

Skill Sessions

Josh on Twitter

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What should writers, bloggers, and authors know about email marketing automation?

Email marketing automation can be overwhelming. When I started figuring out what to send to readers and subscribers, I ended up with a smorgasbord of forms, segments, and rules to follow and check. 

It took me quite some time and a lot of hair-pulling to get it right.

I'm currently using the email marketing software ConvertKit, which is easy to use and was initially built with bloggers and writers in mind. 

People with lists of all sizes use ConvertKit to send the right message to their readers, segment their list, and sell their latest books, courses, and offers.

Email marketing automation can still be tricky to get your head around. So, if you're struggling, you may enjoy this week's interview with Matt Treacey. He teaches authors and writers how to monetize their lists more effectively through the power of marketing or email marketing automation. 

In this episode, we discuss:

• Email marketing automation as a powerful way to build a narrative for authors
• Nurturing the relationship with your readers or audience
• Matt's helpful strategies and tips for email marketing automation

Resources:

Matt's website

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