Writing Roots

What happens after reaching “The End” in a manuscript can be a very difficult and daunting time. In series two of Writing Roots, hosts Leigh Hull and Ley Esses dig into the steps between finishing the manuscript and getting it into the hands of the readers.

Audiobooks are an oft forgotten piece in the self-publishing process. It’s a growing market, especially compared to both e-book and print markets. Listen to learn more about why self-published authors should remember it before sending the manuscript to print.

First aired September 23, 2019.

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What happens after reaching “The End” in a manuscript can be a very difficult and daunting time. In series two of Writing Roots, hosts Leigh Hull and Ley Esses dig into the steps between finishing the manuscript and getting it into the hands of the readers.

This episode explores the marketing process. After writing and editing comes actually trying to sell the book. Self-publishing makes this a challenge, simply because it is such a large market. Listen to learn more about how to brand yourself, your books, and get your name out into the world.

First aired September 19, 2019.

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What happens after reaching “The End” in a manuscript can be a very difficult and daunting time. In series two of Writing Roots, hosts Leigh Hull and Ley Esses dig into the steps between finishing the manuscript and getting it into the hands of the readers.

While we all try to tell ourselves that people don’t judge books by their covers, everyone does anyway. A good cover can make or break the sales on your book. Leigh guides the discussion with Ley to talk about different kinds of covers and why all self-published authors shouldn’t just slap a cover together.

First aired September 16, 2019.

As promised in the episode, here’s Hank Green’s Ranting about Books.

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What happens after reaching “The End” in a manuscript can be a very difficult and daunting time. In series two of Writing Roots, hosts Leigh Hull and Ley Esses dig into the steps between finishing the manuscript and getting it into the hands of the readers.

Beta readers are an invaluable resource for knowing how well your book is going to be received by your target audience. Ley and Leigh have a chat about what they are and how they can help an author improve their work.

First aired September 12, 2019.

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