Equestrian Author Spotlight Podcast

Equestrian Author Spotlight Podcast

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Equestrian Author Spotlight Podcast episodes

  • Episode 14: On Therapeutic Riding, Writing Non-Fiction and the History of Grand Prix with Betty Weibel
    Episode 14: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! In each episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!


    In this week's episode, you'll meet Journalist, PR Professional and Author Betty Weibel. You'll learn ...

    • About therapeutic riding programs and the impact human/horse connection has on healing the soul.
  • About her work as a PR professional in the equine industry and how her background as a journalist has helped when writing her non-fiction books.
  • Advice on embracing life's opportunities and how saying yes can help you grow.
  • The history of show jumping in the U.S. and how American Grand Prix started in Cleveland, Ohio.
  • Thoughts on her experience as both a traditionally and independently published author.
  • And MUCH more!

    • Website: https://bettyweibel.com/

    Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Betty Weibel's sites and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.

    Want a free guide to secrets of horse book authors? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.

    If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com to fill out a request.
    1 hr 6 min
  • Episode 13: On Self-Love, Dealing with Dyslexia & Writing a Real Life Love Story with Autumn Murray

    Episode 13: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! In each episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!


    In this week's episode, you'll meet Equine Author Autumn Murray. You'll learn...

    • How Autumn developed a fictional romance based on her own second chance love story.
  • About how she overcomes dyslexia in her author career.
  • Advice for writers on developing self-love and seeing the good in others.
  • Tips for using Goodreads to engage your readers.
  • Thoughts on embracing your ancestry and choosing an editor to help you get terminology correct when writing about a location where you haven't lived.
  • And MUCH more!

    • Goodreads: 

    https://www.goodreads.com/author/Autumn_Murray


    Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Autumn Murray's sites and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.

    Want a free guide to secrets of horse book authors? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom  and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.

    If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com to fill out a request.

    1 hr 2 min
  • Episode 12: On Romance, Hawaiian Horse Culture & Organizations for Authors with Katherine Kayne

    Episode 12: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! In each episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!

    In this week's episode, you'll meet Equine Author Katherine Kayne. You'll learn ...

    • About the Hawaiian Ladies Riding Society series, women's role in Hawaii's horse culture, and the history of horses on the Hawaiian Islands.
  • The value of joining organizations for authors and attending their conferences.
  • Advice for writers when they feel stopped and encouragement to follow the story that is dancing in your head.
  • Tips on interviewing people to get to the real history of a place when researching a novel.
  • And MUCH more!

    • Website: https://katherinekayne.com/

    Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Katherine Kayne's sites and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.

    Want a free guide to secrets of horse book authors? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom.html and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.

    If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com to fill out a request.

    53 min
  • Episode 11: On Conducting Research, Award Submissions & Taking a Book to Screenplay with M.J. Evans

    Episode 11: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! In each episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!

    In this week's episode, you'll meet Award-winning Equine Author M.J. Evans. You'll learn ...

    • About conducting research and writing across genres as M.J. has written fourteen books including non-fiction, historical fiction, children's and fantasy.
  • The value of literary awards and how to submit your books.
  • Tips on writing to a market, knowing who your buyer is, where they look for your books, and how to reach them.
  • What it is like to work with a traditional publisher and why she decided to start her own independent publishing company.
  • The process of taking a book to screenplay.
  • And MUCH more!

    • M.J. Evans Website: http://www.dancinghorsepress.com/

    Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to M.J. Evan's sites and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.

    Want a free guide to secrets of horse book authors? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom.html and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.

    If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com to fill out a request.

    1 hr 37 min
  • Episode 10: On Starting a Freelance Writing Career, Grit & Arabian Horses with Hope Ellis-Ashburn
    Episode 10: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! In each episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!

    In this week's episode, you'll meet Freelance Writer, Author and Equestrian Blogger Hope Ellis-Ashburn.
     
    You'll learn ...
    • What it takes to jumpstart a freelance writing career.
  • How being a member of American Horse Publications expanded her freelance writing opportunities and grew her professional development.
  • How growing up on a dairy farm helped her develop GRIT and the confidence to do anything she sets her mind to.
  • How writing a memoir requires soul searching and sensitivity.
  • Inventive ways to reach readers and understanding your book's demographic.
  • And MUCH more!

    • Website: https://redhorseonaredhill.com/


    Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Hope Ellis-Ashburn's sites and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.

    Want a free guide to secrets of horse book authors? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.

    If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com/contact to fill out a request.

    1 hr 12 min
  • Episode 9: On Writing Memoirs, Equine Massage & Starting Your Own Business with Heather Wallace

    Episode 9: In each Equestrian Author Spotlight episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!


    In this week's episode, you'll meet Heather Wallace Equine Author and Equestrian Blogger at The Timid Rider.

    You'll learn ...

    • How to take the leap and follow your dream of starting your own business.
  • About animal body work and how to become a certified equine massage therapist.
  • What it's like to share personal stories through writing memoirs.
  • Why it's important to be BOLD and let your passion be bigger than you fear.
  • What it is like to travel to Mongolia to participate in the Gobi Desert Cup horse endurance race.
  • And MUCH more!

    • Website: https://timidrider.com/

    Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Heather Wallace's sites and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.

    Want a free guide to secrets of horse book authors? Gallop over to  https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.

    If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page to fill out a request: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/contact
    1 hr 27 min
  • Episode 8: Brittney Joy on Book Cover Best Practices, Cowboy Dressage & Preorder Campaigns

    Episode 8: In each Equestrian Author Spotlight episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. 


    In this week's episode, you'll meet Red Rock Ranch & OverRuled Series author Brittney Joy.

    You'll learn ...

    • How Brittney discovered Cowboy Dressage and what the event entails for you and your horse.
  • About book cover best practices including the truth about updating a book's cover on Amazon.
  • What it's like to work with fellow authors on a prelaunch/preorder campaign.
  • Why it's important to have the ability to update your own work and the advantages of independent publishing.
  • And MUCH more!

    • Website: http://brittneyjoybooks.squarespace.com/


    Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Brittney Joy's sites and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.

    Want a free guide to secrets of horse book authors? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom.html and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.

    If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com/contact.html to fill out a request.

    1 hr 36 min
  • Episode 7: Laura Wolfe on Persistence, Psychological Suspense & Moving from a Traditional Publisher

    Episode 7: In each Equestrian Author Spotlight episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!

    In this week's episode, you'll meet Dark Horse Mystery Series author Laura Wolfe.

    You'll learn ...

    • How to give a book series a second life after moving on from a traditional publisher.
  • About writing short stories to attract new readers and using Prolific Works to distribute them.
  • What it's like to work with a literary agent while practicing patience during the publishing process.
  • How National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) helps her write her books.
  • And MUCH more!

    • Website: https://www.laurawolfebooks.com/

    Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Laura Wolfe's sites and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.

    Want a free guide to secrets of horse book authors? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.

    If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com/contact.html to fill out a request.

    57 min
  • Episode 6: Candace Carrabus on Book Bundling, Critique Groups & Cross-Promotion for Authors

    Episode 6: In each Equestrian Author Spotlight episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!

    In this week's episode, you'll meet Dream Horse Mystery Series author Candace Carrabus.

    You'll learn ...

    • About curiosity, embracing your inner muse, and out of body experiences while writing.
  • The importance of being responsive to your readers.
  • Thoughts on connecting with other authors including cross-promotional ideas, box set bundling, and critique groups.
  • Stellar advice for getting words on the page and managing reviews (the good, the bad, & the ugly).
  • And MUCH more!

    • Website: http://candacecarrabus.com/

    Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Candace Carrabus' sites and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.

    Want a free guide to secrets of horse book authors? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.

    If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com/contact to fill out a request.

    1 hr 23 min
  • Episode 5: Ann Hunter on Horse Racing, Taekwondo & Book Marketing that Works

    Episode 5: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! A weekly podcast featuring interviews with equine authors who love all things horses and writing about them. In each episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!

    In this week's episode, you'll meet North Oak Series Author Ann Hunter. You'll learn ...

    • About Ann's love of thoroughbred horse racing and how it inspired her to write the North Oak horse book series.
  • Tips on book marketing strategies THAT WORK including email list building, using Prolific Works, running a BookBub campaign, and details on Booksprout for increasing reader reviews.
  • How Taekwondo and writing provide Ann outlets to manage her depression which she graciously discusses openly during the interview.
  • And MUCH more!

    • Find her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorannhunter

    Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Ann Hunter's sites and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.

    Want a free guide to secrets of horse book authors? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.

    If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com/contact to fill out a request.

    Intro & Outro Music: Road Trip courtesy of http://www.freesfx.co.uk

    1 hr 17 min

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The Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast features interviews with equine authors who love all things horses and writing about them. If you are an author, aspire to be an author writing about horses, or…