Storytellers Rule the World

By Emilia Rose and Michael Evans

We help fiction authors break free from retailers, platforms, and publishers that take advantage of us.

We believe something radical. Something that this industry doesn't want you to know.

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May 30, 2023 Subscriptions for Authors [FREE Audiobook]
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Book Description:
Learn how to start and grow your subscription as an author in this no-fluff, comprehensive guide to generating monthly recurring revenue from your superfans. Hundreds of fiction authors are already making $10 million+ per year from subscriptions. Will you join them?
Chapter Navigation:
0:00:00 Introduction
0:05:47 Chapter 1: Defining Subscriptions
0:08:07 Chapter 2: The Purpose of a Subscription
0:15:37 Chapter 3: Should You Start a Subscription?
27:40 Chapter 4: The Subscription Mindset
0:32:47 Chapter 5: Deciding Your Subscription Goals
0:34:09 Chapter 6: The Structure of Subscriptions
0:38:43 Chapter 7: Planning Your Subscription Tiers
0:41:29 Chapter 8: Early Access Models
0:57:47 Chapter 9: Other Subscription Models
1:22:39 Chapter 10: Pricing Your Subscription
1:47:17 Chapter 11: Setting Up Your Subscription
1:51:08 Chapter 12: The Basics of Subscription Marketing
1:56:53 Chapter 13: Launching Your Subscription
2:07:56 Chapter 14: Onboarding Readers to Your Subscription
2:10:58 Chapter 15: Managing Your Subscription
2:15:28 Chapter 16: Making Changes to Your Subscription
2:22:07 Chapter 17: Troubleshooting Your Subscription
2:26:58 Chapter 18: Scaling Your Subscription
2:30:42 Chapter 19: Where Subscriptions Fit Into Your Larger Business
2:36:43 Chapter 20: Subscription FAQs
2:45:45 Chapter 21: Appendix (Subscription Lingo Defined)
2:48:24 Chapter 22: Subscription Principles
2:49:39 Chapter 23: The Subscription Platform For Fiction Authors
2:58:33 Chapter 24: Subscription Resources
Join our community of subscription authors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/subscriptionsforauthors
Free storytelling insights delivered to your inbox each week: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/
And join Ream, the all-in-one publishing platform by fiction authors for fiction authors: https://www.reamstories.com
Review/rate Storytellers Rule the World on your favorite podcast app. You can also find the episode transcripts here: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/podcasthome
Thank you so much for tuning into the show! Always feel free to reach out to the team at [email protected]
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3h 2min
May 24, 2023 The Subscription Platform for Fiction Authors
After a year of working on Ream, the subscription platform by fiction authors for fiction authors, Emilia and Michael share the story of the platform, the Subscriptions for Authors community, and some key lessons for authors to learn from Ream's growth so far.
#33 Episode Outline:
0:00:00 Introduction
0:00:54 Why We Created Ream0:05:39 What is Ream?
0:18:40 The Origin Story of Ream
0:42:38 10 Lessons From Ream for All Authors to Know
0:55:25 The Future of Ream
Join our community of subscription authors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/subscriptionsforauthors
Free storytelling insights delivered to your inbox each week: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/
And join Ream, the all-in-one publishing platform by fiction authors for fiction authors: https://www.reamstories.com
Review/rate Storytellers Rule the World on your favorite podcast app. You can also find the episode transcripts here: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/podcasthome
Thank you so much for tuning into the show! Always feel free to reach out to the team at [email protected]
ABOUT STORYTELLERS RULE THE WORLD
We help authors break free from publishers, retailers, and big-tech platforms that take advantage of us. The most powerful people in publishing are YOU – storytellers.
Emilia Rose, a multi-six-figure romance author and co-founder of Ream, and Michael Evans, sci-fi author of a dozen novels and CEO of Ream, are here to help you succeed in the future of publishing as the founders of Storytellers Rule the World.
But wait... what is Ream?
ABOUT REAM
Ream is an all-in-one publishing platform for fiction authors.
Ream combines the best features of a mailing list, community platform, and a world-class reading and listening experience into one easy-to-use platform. All for $0 a month. We only make money when you do — and authors keep 90% of what they earn.
You can join Ream here: https://reamstories.com
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1h 1min
May 18, 2023 Winning in the Golden Age of Publishing with Becca Syme
The indie publishing gold rush is dead... and the golden age is beginning. Becca Syme shares how we can use our strengths as writers to create a successful subscription and writing career. We are so excited and grateful to have Becca's wisdom and presence with us :).
Becca's Links:
Write Better Faster Academy: https://betterfasteracademy.com/
Becca Syme's Subscription: https://www.patreon.com/beccasyme
EPISODE OUTLINE:
0:03:17 The Clifton Strengths for Author Subscriptions
0:06:32 Focusing on What Works for You
0:13:05 Making Your Publishing Business Sustainable
0:17:45 The Transition to the Golden Age of Publishing
0:23:52 Creating a Sustainable Subscription
0:32:12 When you should quit your subscription
0:38:18 Why readers join subscriptions
0:48:47 Investing for the Long Term as an Author
Join our community of subscription authors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/subscriptionsforauthors
Free storytelling insights delivered to your inbox each week: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/
And join Ream, the all-in-one publishing platform by fiction authors for fiction authors: https://www.reamstories.com
Review/rate Storytellers Rule the World on your favorite podcast app. You can also find the episode transcripts here: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/podcasthome
Thank you so much for tuning into the show! Always feel free to reach out to the team at [email protected]
ABOUT STORYTELLERS RULE THE WORLD
We help authors break free from publishers, retailers, and big-tech platforms that take advantage of us. The most powerful people in publishing are YOU – storytellers.
Emilia Rose, a multi-six-figure romance author and co-founder of Ream, and Michael Evans, sci-fi author of a dozen novels and CEO of Ream, are here to help you succeed in the future of publishing as the founders of Storytellers Rule the World.
But wait... what is Ream?
ABOUT REAM
Ream is an all-in-one publishing platform for fiction authors.
Ream combines the best features of a mailing list, community platform, and a world-class reading and listening experience into one easy-to-use platform. All for $0 a month. We only make money when you do — and authors keep 90% of what they earn.
You can join Ream here: https://reamstories.com
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1h 2min
May 15, 2023 Creating a Publishing Ecosystem That Works for You with Russell Nohelty
Russell Nohelty rose to Kickstarter fame after successfully funding over 20 publishing projects on the platform. Today we chat with him all about building a direct sales ecosystem that works for you, how to create a sustainable subscription, and where subscriptions fit in with other revenue streams for authors such as crowdfunding. This one was a lot of fun!
Watch the 2023 Subscriptions for Authors Summit for free: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WPzDkhC3gbo&list=PLdPLFc4z-u1aMu0kP0TeeHmyL8VMphdwV&pp=gAQBiAQB
Russell's links:
Future of Publishing Conference: https://thefutureofpublishingmastermind.com/
Russell's Website: https://www.russellnohelty.com/
EPISODE OUTLINE:
0:00:00 Introduction
0:03:17 How to Brand Your Books When You Don't Fit into One Subgenre
0:07:54 How Russell Began Selling Direct
0:21:09 The Flaw in 1000 True Fans
0:24:38 Having a Subscription that is Sustainable for Your Business and You
0:34:40 Does a subscription cannibalize other revenue streams?
0:43:39 How Readers Engage in Community and How to Build One That Works for You
1:05:21 The Future of Publishing Conference
Join our community of subscription authors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/subscriptionsforauthors
Free storytelling insights delivered to your inbox each week: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/
And join Ream, the all-in-one publishing platform by fiction authors for fiction authors: https://www.reamstories.com
Review/rate Storytellers Rule the World on your favorite podcast app. You can also find the episode transcripts here: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/podcasthome
Thank you so much for tuning into the show! Always feel free to reach out to the team at [email protected]
ABOUT STORYTELLERS RULE THE WORLD
We help authors break free from publishers, retailers, and big-tech platforms that take advantage of us. The most powerful people in publishing are YOU – storytellers.
Emilia Rose, a multi-six-figure romance author and co-founder of Ream, and Michael Evans, sci-fi author of a dozen novels and CEO of Ream, are here to help you succeed in the future of publishing as the founders of Storytellers Rule the World.
But wait... what is Ream?
ABOUT REAM
Ream is an all-in-one publishing platform for fiction authors.
Ream combines the best features of a mailing list, community platform, and a world-class reading and listening experience into one easy-to-use platform. All for $0 a month. We only make money when you do — and authors keep 90% of what they earn.
You can join Ream here: https://reamstories.com
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1h 11min
April 13, 2023 How the #2 Author on Radish Writes Six-Figure Serials
Many successful subscription authors make $100k+ per year with early access to their serial fiction. But how do we write great serial fiction? Let's learn from Alana Albertson, an author with millions of story views online and #2 on Radish for over a year.
Six-Figure-Serials Course by Alana Albertson: https://www.authoralanaalbertson.com/work-with-me/
Get Your Subscriptions for Authors Summit 2023 Ticket for free: https://subscriptionsforauthors.com/the-subscriptions-for-authors-summit-2023/
EPISODE OUTLINE:
0:00:00 Introduction
0:02:00 Alana's Origins
0:11:05 Alana's Journey to Radish
0:17:05 From Indie Publishing to TV
0:20:27 Marketing As An Indie Author
0:22:50 Serial Fiction vs Novels
0:25:55 Reading As A Writer
0:28:01 Writing for TV
0:35:24 Advice for Upcoming Hybrid Author
0:39:43 Chapters in Romance vs Serial Fiction
0:43:41 The Rise of The Serial Fiction Podcast
0:50:51 Alana's Final Advice
0:53:37 Conclusion
Join our community of subscription authors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/subscriptionsforauthors
Free storytelling insights delivered to your inbox each week: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/
And join Ream, the all-in-one publishing platform by fiction authors for fiction authors: https://www.reamstories.com
Review/rate Storytellers Rule the World on your favorite podcast app. You can also find the episode transcripts here: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/podcasthome
Thank you so much for tuning into the show! Always feel free to reach out to the team at [email protected]
ABOUT STORYTELLERS RULE THE WORLD
We help authors break free from publishers, retailers, and big-tech platforms that take advantage of us. The most powerful people in publishing are YOU – storytellers.
Emilia Rose, a multi-six-figure romance author and co-founder of Ream, and Michael Evans, sci-fi author of a dozen novels and CEO of Ream, are here to help you succeed in the future of publishing as the founders of Storytellers Rule the World.
But wait... what is Ream?
ABOUT REAM
Ream is an all-in-one publishing platform for fiction authors.
Ream combines the best features of a mailing list, community platform, and a world-class reading and listening experience into one easy-to-use platform. All for $0 a month. We only make money when you do — and authors keep 90% of what they earn.
You can join Ream here: https://reamstories.com
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58min
April 01, 2023 What Subscription Authors Must Know About Copyright
Copyright is challenging. Even more so is knowing how to protect yourself and your IP when collaborating creatively. In this episode, Eric Farber, the Founder and CEO of Creators Legal, shares his insights on legal issues for authors.
Note: This is not legal or financial advice and we encourage all authors to consult the services of a lawyer for any legal advice and questions.
Check out Creators Legal for contracts for everything self-publishing: https://creatorslegal.com/?via=subscriptionsforauthors
*Note some of the links above may be affiliate links
EPISODE OUTLINE:
0:00:00 Introduction and Context
0:02:38 What Authors Should Know About Copyright
0:06:39 Should Authors Register Their Copyright?
0:12:03 Legal Considerations with Fan Fiction
0:18:50 How Authors Can Utilize Their IP Assets
0:21:15 How Eric Sees the Creator Economy Changing
0:24:22 Hiring Contractors as Authors
0:32:15 Contracts with Collaborators for Authors
0:43:04 Getting Started in the Passion Economy
Join our community of subscription authors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/subscriptionsforauthors
Free storytelling insights delivered to your inbox each week: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/
And join Ream, the all-in-one publishing platform by fiction authors for fiction authors: https://www.reamstories.com
Review/rate Storytellers Rule the World on your favorite podcast app. You can also find the episode transcripts here: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/podcasthome
Thank you so much for tuning into the show! Always feel free to reach out to the team at [email protected]
ABOUT STORYTELLERS RULE THE WORLD
We help authors break free from publishers, retailers, and big-tech platforms that take advantage of us. The most powerful people in publishing are YOU – storytellers.
Emilia Rose, a multi-six-figure romance author and co-founder of Ream, and Michael Evans, sci-fi author of a dozen novels and CEO of Ream, are here to help you succeed in the future of publishing as the founders of Storytellers Rule the World.
But wait... what is Ream?
ABOUT REAM
Ream is an all-in-one publishing platform for fiction authors.
Ream combines the best features of a mailing list, community platform, and a world-class reading and listening experience into one easy-to-use platform. All for $0 a month. We only make money when you do — and authors keep 90% of what they earn.
You can join Ream here: https://reamstories.com
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55min
March 10, 2023 5 Habits of Successful Subscription Authors
In our most personal podcast yet, Emilia and Michael talk about the 5 habits that successful subscription authors have to keep them grounded, happy, and their publishing business growing. We dive deep into the mental health behind being a subscription author and some of the common problems we all face, such as comparisonitis and trying to be nice to ourselves.
EPISODE OUTLINE:
0:00:00 Introduction
0:00:50 First Habit: Avoiding Comparisonitis
0:14:21 Second Habit: Being Kind to Yourself
0:23:34 Third Habit: Discipline and Consistency
0:32:19 Fourth Habit: Grounding Yourself in the Present
0:40:41 Fifth Habit: Long-Term vs. Short-Term Thinking
Join our community of subscription authors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/subscriptionsforauthors
Free storytelling insights delivered to your inbox each week: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/
And join Ream, the all-in-one publishing platform by fiction authors for fiction authors: https://www.reamstories.com
Review/rate Storytellers Rule the World on your favorite podcast app. You can also find the episode transcripts here: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/podcasthome
Thank you so much for tuning into the show! Always feel free to reach out to the team at [email protected]
ABOUT STORYTELLERS RULE THE WORLD
We help authors break free from publishers, retailers, and big-tech platforms that take advantage of us. The most powerful people in publishing are YOU – storytellers.
Emilia Rose, a multi-six-figure romance author and co-founder of Ream, and Michael Evans, sci-fi author of a dozen novels and CEO of Ream, are here to help you succeed in the future of publishing as the founders of Storytellers Rule the World.
But wait... what is Ream?
ABOUT REAM
Ream is an all-in-one publishing platform for fiction authors.
Ream combines the best features of a mailing list, community platform, and a world-class reading and listening experience into one easy-to-use platform. All for $0 a month. We only make money when you do — and authors keep 90% of what they earn.
You can join Ream here: https://reamstories.com
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50min
March 01, 2023 The 10 Obstacles Keeping Subscription Authors From Success
Do you have a subscription but are struggling to gain new paying readers? Today we cover the 10 common obstacles keeping authors from subscription success and share ways that we all can overcome them.
EPISODE RESOURCES:
Read the Subscriptions for Authors Starter Guide for free: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/symmo2fkg7
Read Fans First by Jesse Cole: https://lioncrest.com/books/fans-first/
EPISODE OUTLINE:
0:00 Introduction
1:28 Problem #1: When Should I Start My Subscription?
7:20 Problem #2: Tier Structure and Pricing
15:34 Problem #3: People Don't Know About My Subscription
22:52 Problem #4: Fans are Visiting My Subscription Page But Not Joining
29:06 Problem #5 and #6: Remaining Consistent and Don't Over Promise
39:32 Problem #7: Struggling to Build Relationships with My Readers
46:24 Problem #8: My Subscription Isn't Scaling
53:41 Problem #9: Where Should I Host My Subscription?
57:31 Problem #10: How Can I Learn More About Subscriptions?
Join our community of subscription authors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/subscriptionsforauthors
Free storytelling insights delivered to your inbox each week: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/
And join Ream, the all-in-one publishing platform by fiction authors for fiction authors: https://www.reamstories.com
Review/rate Storytellers Rule the World on your favorite podcast app. You can also find the episode transcripts here: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/podcasthome
Thank you so much for tuning into the show! Always feel free to reach out to the team at [email protected]
ABOUT STORYTELLERS RULE THE WORLD
We help authors break free from publishers, retailers, and big-tech platforms that take advantage of us. The most powerful people in publishing are YOU – storytellers.
Emilia Rose, a multi-six-figure romance author and co-founder of Ream, and Michael Evans, sci-fi author of a dozen novels and CEO of Ream, are here to help you succeed in the future of publishing as the founders of Storytellers Rule the World.
But wait... what is Ream?
ABOUT REAM
Ream is an all-in-one publishing platform for fiction authors.
Ream combines the best features of a mailing list, community platform, and a world-class reading and listening experience into one easy-to-use platform. All for $0 a month. We only make money when you do — and authors keep 90% of what they earn.
You can join Ream here: https://reamstories.com
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1h
March 01, 2023 How This Author Grew From 0 to 100 Paid Subscribers in 100 Days
Reece Barden is a paranormal romance author who got her start in publishing just over a year ago. After garnering over a million views on serial fiction platforms and finding success with retailers, she started a subscription where she grew her paid subscribers from 0 to 125 readers in under 4 months. Today, she shares with us her insights and her inspiring journey as a subscription author.
Reece Barden's Website: https://www.reecebarden.com/
Reece Barden's Subscription: https://www.patreon.com/reecebarden
SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR AUTHORS RESOURCES:
EPISODE OUTLINE:
0:00 Introduction
2:31 How Reece Broke Out in Serial Fiction During Her First Year
6:26 When Reece Made the Move from Serial Fiction Platforms to Also Being on Retailers
7:34 How Reece Found Success on Wattpad
11:20 When Reece Started Her Subscription
15:06 Writing an Exclusive Novel on Your Subscription
16:34 How Reece Gained 125 Subscribers in Her First 4 Months
18:21 Starting Small With Subscriptions
24:07 How Reeces Has Continued Building Her Community as Her Readership has Grown
28:42 Keeping Up with the Pressure of Posting to Your Subscription
33:07 How Reece Creates Bonus Content for Her Readers
36:05 How Reece Has Promoted Her Subscription
39:29 Reece's Final Advice to Subscription Authors
Join our community of subscription authors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/subscriptionsforauthors
Free storytelling insights delivered to your inbox each week: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/
And join Ream, the all-in-one publishing platform by fiction authors for fiction authors: https://www.reamstories.com
Review/rate Storytellers Rule the World on your favorite podcast app. You can also find the episode transcripts here: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/podcasthome
Thank you so much for tuning into the show! Always feel free to reach out to the team at [email protected]
ABOUT STORYTELLERS RULE THE WORLD
We help authors break free from publishers, retailers, and big-tech platforms that take advantage of us. The most powerful people in publishing are YOU – storytellers.
Emilia Rose, a multi-six-figure romance author and co-founder of Ream, and Michael Evans, sci-fi author of a dozen novels and CEO of Ream, are here to help you succeed in the future of publishing as the founders of Storytellers Rule the World.
But wait... what is Ream?
ABOUT REAM
Ream is an all-in-one publishing platform for fiction authors.
Ream combines the best features of a mailing list, community platform, and a world-class reading and listening experience into one easy-to-use platform. All for $0 a month. We only make money when you do — and authors keep 90% of what they earn.
You can join Ream here: https://reamstories.com
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45min
February 24, 2023 How to Use AI for Your Subscription as an Author
Today we chat with author Steph Pajonas about AI technologies and their impact on publishing. We learn how authors can make use of these tools today to improve our stories, writing, and lives. And most of all, we learn why subscriptions are more important than ever in a world where AI is giving storytellers superpowers.
Check out Steph’s Website: https://aifictioncoach.com/
Join AI Writing for Authors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aiwritingforauthors
EPISODE OUTLINE:
0:00:00 Introduction and Context
0:04:17 An Overview of AI Writing for Authors
0:14:37 Helping Writers with AI
0:20:55 AI As A Tool For Productivity
0:31:33 Why Are Subscriptions The Way of The Future
0:44:45 First Step to Incorporating AI into Your Creative Process
051:46 Closing Remarks & Advice
Join our community of subscription authors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/subscriptionsforauthors
Free storytelling insights delivered to your inbox each week: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/
And join Ream, the all-in-one publishing platform by fiction authors for fiction authors: https://www.reamstories.com
Review/rate Storytellers Rule the World on your favorite podcast app. You can also find the episode transcripts here: https://storytellersruletheworld.com/podcasthome
Thank you so much for tuning into the show! Always feel free to reach out to the team at [email protected]
ABOUT STORYTELLERS RULE THE WORLD
We help authors break free from publishers, retailers, and big-tech platforms that take advantage of us. The most powerful people in publishing are YOU – storytellers.
Emilia Rose, a multi-six-figure romance author and co-founder of Ream, and Michael Evans, sci-fi author of a dozen novels and CEO of Ream, are here to help you succeed in the future of publishing as the founders of Storytellers Rule the World.
But wait... what is Ream?
ABOUT REAM
Ream is an all-in-one publishing platform for fiction authors.
Ream combines the best features of a mailing list, community platform, and a world-class reading and listening experience into one easy-to-use platform. All for $0 a month. We only make money when you do — and authors keep 90% of what they earn.
You can join Ream here: https://reamstories.com
...more
57min

FAQs about Storytellers Rule the World:

How many episodes does Storytellers Rule the World have?

The podcast currently has 124 episodes available.