Storytellers Rule the World

This session was recorded in January 2023 during the monthly Subscriptions for Authors Fireside Chats. Originally this session was uploaded to YouTube but we wanted to share it on the podcast feed for everyone to listen to :).

In this session, we cover:

• What are subscriptions?
• Should you start a subscription and when should you start one?
• Early access and other subscription models
• Subscriptions for Authors Manifesto
• Promoting/launching your subscription
• Remaining consistent with subscriptions
• And so much more…

You can get your free ticket to attend future Fireside Chats here.

Access the SFA Fireside Chats Transcript and Video Library Here.

ACCESS THE SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR AUTHORS HQ (podcasts, free webinars, help guides, and more): https://linktr.ee/reamhq

Read the Subscriptions for Authors Book for free: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/symmo2fkg7

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

This session was recorded in December 2022 during the monthly Subscriptions for Authors Fireside Chats. Originally this session was uploaded to YouTube but we wanted to share it on the podcast feed for everyone to listen to :).

In this session, we cover:

• How authors can become independent of platforms and publishers
• Building your own “mini-Disney” for your readers
• Technology changes and the opportunities of the creator economy for authors
• Content creation to find new readers
• Author Michael Evans’ backstory
• And so much more…

You can get your free ticket to attend future Fireside Chats here.

Access the SFA Fireside Chats Transcript and Video Library Here.

ACCESS THE SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR AUTHORS HQ (podcasts, free webinars, help guides, and more): https://linktr.ee/reamhq

Read the Subscriptions for Authors Book for free: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/symmo2fkg7

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

This session was recorded in November 2022 during the monthly Subscriptions for Authors Fireside Chats. Originally this session was uploaded to YouTube but we wanted to share it on the podcast feed for everyone to listen to :).

In this session, we cover:

• Author Anne Janzer’s Backstory
• The Subscription Marketing Mindset
• How to Promote Your Subscription to Your Readers
• Learnings from Subscriptions in Other industries (tech and media companies)
• When Should You Start Your Subscription?
• And lots more amazing insights with Anne!

You can get your free ticket to attend future Fireside Chats here.

Access the SFA Fireside Chats Transcript and Video Library Here.

ACCESS THE SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR AUTHORS HQ (podcasts, free webinars, help guides, and more): https://linktr.ee/reamhq

Read the Subscriptions for Authors Book for free: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/symmo2fkg7

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

This session was recorded in October 2022 during the monthly Subscriptions for Authors Fireside Chats. Note many of the tools we cover in this chat are outdated or have changed, but we still share tons of helpful advice about subscriptions.

In this session, we cover:

• Emilia’s tech and the tools she uses to manage and grow her subscription
• An in-depth chat about promoting your subscription using your mailing list
• Chat about audio files for your subscription
• AI Discord Chatbot from Emilia Rose
• Answered questions from y’all 🙂 As always!
• Where subscriptions should be in your overall business (KU with subscriptions/subscriptions with wide)
• How to convince readers to sign up for your subscription
• AND SO much more 🙂

Access the SFA Fireside Chats Transcript and Video Library Here.

ACCESS THE SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR AUTHORS HQ (podcasts, free webinars, help guides, and more): https://linktr.ee/reamhq

Read the Subscriptions for Authors Book for free: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/symmo2fkg7

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

This session was recorded in September 2022 during the monthly Subscriptions for Authors Fireside Chats. In this session, we cover:

• Emilia’s strategy for managing her Discord and Wattpad community (it includes an AI chatbot that mimics her characters!)
• Difference between audience, community, and fandom, and how a community can supercharge your fandom
• Upselling readers to your subscription with community
• Tools and platforms for your community
• Answered questions from y’all 🙂 As always!
• Had an incredible chat about the mindset of a subscription author and why this business will be the future for many authors
• How to give your readers belonging with the power of community and why this is so valuable (especially for subscription authors)
• Building your own mini-Disney (like monetizing travel guides!)
• How Ream can help you manage and grow your community
• AND SO much more 🙂

Access the SFA Fireside Chats Transcript and Video Library Here.

ACCESS THE SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR AUTHORS HQ (podcasts, free webinars, help guides, and more): https://linktr.ee/reamhq

Read the Subscriptions for Authors Book for free: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/symmo2fkg7

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

In this extensive conversation, Michael chats with Spencer Russell Smith about his plans for growing his subscription, producing chapters consistently, and how he will make subscriptions a worthwhile part of his business.

This is the last episode in the Subscription Workshop Series and was recorded roughly 8 months ago :).

Spencer Russell Smith’s Website: https://www.spencerrussellsmith.com/

Join the waitlist for the next Six-Figure Subscription Author Accelerator: https://academy.storytellersruletheworld.com/subscriptions-for-authors-accelerator

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

What if I told you the old way of marketing books is dying and that a new way of marketing — fandom marketing — is on the rise? In this episode, Arielle shares with us advice on finding our stories true fans with the power of fandom.

Join the waitlist to get special early access pricing on the next Six-Figure Subscription Author Accelerator.

Arielle’s Links:

The Writer’s Alchemist: https://reamstories.com/thewritersalchemist

Arielle’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewritersalchemist

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

RJ is a best-selling Urban Fantasy author with 3 subscriptions that generate over $100k per year in revenue. In this episode, we learn why she has multiple subscriptions, how she grows and manages them, and how you can build a six-figure subscription.

Join the waitlist for the next Six-Figure Subscription Author Accelerator: https://academy.storytellersruletheworld.com/subscriptions-for-authors-accelerator

RJ Blain’s Links:

Website: https://www.thesneakykittycritic.com/

Subscription: https://reamstories.com/rjblain/public and https://www.patreon.com/RJ_Blain

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

Join us for a special episode as we wrap up our series of live author coaching sessions on subscriptions! In this final installment, we sit down with Lori. From navigating the intricacies of building a subscriber base to troubleshooting marketing strategies, Michael Evans and Emilia Rose offer practical advice and tips to help Lori—and all aspiring authors—reach the next level in their careers!

Join the waitlist for the next Six-Figure Subscription Author Accelerator: https://academy.storytellersruletheworld.com/subscriptions-for-authors-accelerator

EPISODE OUTLINE:

00:00:00 Coming Up Next

00:01:14 Introduction

00:02:55 Starting Lori’s Subscription

00:04:58 Running a Subscription as a Co-author

00:07:21 Initial Subscription Expectations

00:09:06 Lori’s Subscription Goals

00:11:19 Lori’s Ideal Subscription Reader

00:15:11 Looking At Lori’s Subscription

00:24:42 Getting Subscribers Excited

00:33:21 Growing Your Subscription Using Facebook

00:42:03 Lori's Questions for Michael & Emilia

00:45:44 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

In this episode, we cover how to plot out a sustainable future for your author career. This is a new series where Michael will be sharing weekly insights on the podcast in solo episodes or with the Ream Team.

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