Alchemy for Authors

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I interview urban fantasy author Martha Carr about Kickstarter and starting over in her author career. Some of the topics we discuss include: · How Martha went from being a prolific traditionally published author to starting over as an indie author with just one book in her backlist. · Why Martha chose to go indie rather than traditional publishing this time round. · Why Martha chose to open a Shopify store with only one book. · The strategies Martha uses to bring readers to her books and her Kickstarters. · How to set up your Kickstarter for success, particularly as a beginner. · Why Martha doesn’t advertise on Amazon. · Why your greatest assets are the people in your author community. · The role the Enneagram and Claire Taylor’s books and courses have played in Martha’s pivot. Whether you’re an author just starting out, or starting over, Martha offers great tips and strategies for boosting your books and setting yourself up for success. Find Martha’s books here: https://authormarthacarr.com/ Learn more about Martha’s Kickstarters here: https://marthacarr.com/ Contact Martha at: martha@marthacarr.com Other resources mentioned in this episode: Join Lee Savino and Renee Rose’s Money Magic Membership here and enjoy the first month for FREE: https://www.moneymagicmembership.com/a/2147619110/FFtoFakC and use the coupon code JO on checkout. (Please note: I am a member and an affiliate myself and I may receive a small commission if you decide to stay on past the month trial. This commission helps support the show.) Learn more about Claire Taylor and the Enneagram by visiting her website here: https://www.ffs.media/ and listening to Episode 75: The Sustainable Author Career, and Episode 58: Author Alignment & the Enneagram on Alchemy for Authors. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated. If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I interview award-winning podcaster, creative entrepreneur, and bestselling author, Joanna Penn, about her wonderful new book, Writing the Shadow: Turn Your Inner Darkness into Words. Joanna gives advice on how to recognize your Shadow Self and how we can use it to not only become better writers, but also better people. We discuss why AI is no competition for you showing up and being vulnerable on the page, what it's like to be an intuitive discovery writer, and why there's nothing wrong with binge writing. We also discuss the role of synchronicity in writing a book, and why planning your author career is often about lifestyle design. If you're ready to delve into the dark, confront your shadows, and are willing to use your vulnerability to really connect with your readers, then it’s time to let your dark horse run. Grab a drink, find a comfy chair, sit back and enjoy the show! Visit Joanna’s Creative Penn website here: https://www.thecreativepenn.com/ Listen to The Creative Penn podcast here or on your favourite podcast app. Visit Joanna’s J. F. Penn website here: https://jfpenn.com/ Grab your copy of Writing the Shadow: Turn Your Inner Darkness into Words here: https://creativepennbooks.com/ Support Joanna’s Spear of Destiny Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thecreativepenn/spear-of-destiny-an-action-adventure-thriller-novel Follow Joanna on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/TheCreativePenn Follow Joanna on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/jfpennauthor/ Other resources mentioned in this episode: Tim Ferris – The 4 Hour Workweek Becca Symes – Dear Writer, Are You Intuitive? Listen to Episode 20: Intuition and Success for Authors with Becca Syme here. Join Lee Savino and Renee Rose’s Money Magic Membership here and enjoy the first month for FREE: https://www.moneymagicmembership.com/a/2147619110/FFtoFakC and use the coupon code JO on checkout. (Please note: I am a member and an affiliate myself and I may receive a small commission if you decide to stay on past the month trial. This commission helps support the show.) If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated. If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I interview USA Today bestselling author of over 69 romance novels, and Money Magic co-founder, Lee Savino. We chat about all things manifestation and mindset, and her brilliant book, Adventures With The Universe. Other topics we discuss include: · How a hypnotherapist helped Lee change her beliefs around making a living as an author. · Why you should never close a door on your dream. · Tips for dissolving money and success blocks. · What a tidy house has to do with manifesting money as an author. · Why you should use the good china and get yourself a new toothbrush. · How to attract the right people into your life. · The biggest mistake you can make as an author. If you’re ready to include some money magic in your life, and banish the blocks holding you back from having the author career you aspire to, then this is the episode for you! Make sure you check out Lee’s book Adventures With The Universe and the Money Magic Membership in the show notes. Visit Lee’s website here: https://leesavino.com/ Grab your copy of Adventures With The Universe here. Join the Money Magic Membership here and enjoy the first month for FREE: https://www.moneymagicmembership.com/a/2147619110/FFtoFakC and use the coupon code JO on checkout. (Please note: I am a member and an affiliate myself, and will receive a small commission if you decide to stay on past the month trial. But if you enjoy the membership, consider signing up to become an affiliate too!) Join the Millionaire Author Mastermind Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/millionaireauthormastermind Join the Seven Figure Author Course here: https://millionaire-author-coaching.teachable.com/p/seven-figure-author Join the Author Abundance Central: Write to Riches Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/183210270143403 Listen to Alchemy for Authors Episode 55: Write to Riches with Renee Rose here: https://jobuer.com/episode-55-write-to-riches-with-renee-rose/ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated. If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome to Minisode 4 of Alchemy for Authors! In this short episode I share my reflection on my recent bout of burnout and overwhelm, and how rest really can make us more productive and creative. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going. If you have an idea for an episode or a question you want answered on the show, you can now leave me a brief voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode here.

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I chat with award winning photographer and travel writer, Jeremiah Gilbert. Jeremiah shares tips and advice for writing non-fiction and including photography in your books, as well as creative practices that can help boost your creativity. Other topics we discuss include: · The role the pandemic played in Jeremiah writing travel books. · How Jeremiah navigates writer’s block and imposter syndrome. · The perks of being a multi-passionate creative. · The three benefits meditation has on Jeremiah’s writing. · Jeremiah’s number one tip for travel writing. If you’re interested in travel writing, including photography in your books, or are a multi-passionate creative, then this episode is going to inspire you to embrace your gifts and share them with the world! Visit Jeremiah’s website here: https://jeremiahgilbert.com/ Connect with Jeremiah on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jg_travels/ Find Jeremiah’s books here: https://jeremiahgilbert.com/books/ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated. If you have a question you would like answered on the show, or a topic suggestion for a future episode, leave a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/AlchemyForAuthors Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I chat with humour and mystery author, Enneagram consultant for creatives and the owner of FFS Media, Claire Taylor. We talk about all things Enneagram, her new book Sustain Your Author Career, and how you can become a liberated writer. Other topics we discuss include: · Why it’s so important to align your actions and author career with your core desire. · The differences between Claire’s two books: Reclaim Your Author Career and Sustain Your Author Career. · How to build resilience and navigate the constant changes in the author world. · Why we might mistype ourselves and what we can do about it. · How knowing your Enneagram Type can help you create an aligned and sustainable author career. If you’re ready to uplevel your mindset and create for yourself a sustainable author career aligned with who you really are, then the Enneagram might just be the key you’re looking for. Make sure you check out Claire’s new book, Sustain Your Author Career, to learn more! Visit Claire’s website here: https://www.ffs.media/ Support Claire’s Kickstarter and learn more about her book Sustain Your Author Career here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ffsmedia/sustain-your-author-career Learn more about Claire’s Liberated Writer Course here: https://www.ffs.media/liberated-writer-course * PS: If you mention you heard about the course through me (Jo Buer or Alchemy for Authors) I get a small commission that helps support the show at no extra cost to you. Listen to Episode 58 of Alchemy for Authors - Author Alignment & the Enneagram with Claire Taylor here: https://jobuer.com/episode-58-author-alignment-the-enneagram-with-claire-taylor/ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated. Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I chat with international bestseller, award-winning author, and founder of the Alliance of Independent Authors, Orna Ross. Orna shares all about her Go Creative Planning program and how it can bring you closer to your author goals. Other topics we discuss include: · The importance and willingness to pivot throughout your author career. · Why scheduling more Creative Rest and Play is essential for boosting creativity and productivity. · The magic of Free Writing and meditating to move through resistance and blocks. · Why it’s so important to pay yourself first even when you’re not making the big bucks. · Why Orna will be using Kickstarter for all her launches going forward, and why you might want to consider doing the same. · Why you should always go for the BIG goal! If you’ve been struggling to achieve the author goals you’ve set for yourself, or you’re feeling overwhelmed and burnt out from doing ALL the things, then this episode might just be the lifeline you’ve been waiting for. Visit Orna’s website here: https://ornaross.com/ Visit Orna’s Patreon to learn more about her Go Creative Planning and Kickstart With Me programs, here: https://www.patreon.com/ornaross/ Follow Orna on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/ornaross.author/ Learn more about the Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi) here. Find out more about Kickstarter here. Find Russell Nohelty’s book Get Your Book Selling On Kickstarter here. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated. Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome to Minisode 3 of Alchemy for Authors! In this short episode I share my thoughts around recalibrating your author career when you feel like you’ve gone off course or not made any progress at all. Enrol in the 12-week Millionaire Author Manifestation Course here. Remember to use the promo code ALCHEMY to get 30% off when you enrol. If paying by payment plan the discount will be taken off the first payment only. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going. Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode here.

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I chat with host of the My Future Business Show, and author of Welcome To The Show 1.0: The Complete Podcasting System For Your Business, Rick Nuske. Topics we discuss include: · How Rick overcame his fear and wrote his first book. · The structuring method Rick used to organise his non-fiction book. · What triggers Rick’s negative self-talk and how he moves through that. · Why it’s so important to keep the quality of your books and content as professional as possible, despite what others might be doing. · Rick’s marketing tips for building an audience and readership. · The benefits of having a podcast when you write non-fiction. Whether you’re interested in writing non-fiction books or starting your own podcast, this episode will get you inspired to take that first step towards making your goals happen! Visit Rick’s website here: https://myfuturebusiness.com/ Listen to the My Future Business Show here: https://myfuturebusiness.com/show/ Purchase Rick’s book, Welcome To The Show 1.0: The Complete Podcasting System For Your Business, here. Follow Rick on Instagram here. Follow Rick on Facebook here. Learn more about The Fletcher Method here. The doors to the Author Revolution 12-Week Millionaire Author Manifestation Course are now open! If you’re ready to use the power of manifestation to uplevel your author career and increase the abundance you receive in your life, sign up now! The next live cohort begins February 26 2024. Sign up here and use the promo code ALCHEMY to save 30% when you pay in full or save 30% off the first payment if you prefer the payment plan. *Please note: I am an alumni and affiliate of the Millionaire Author Manifestation Course. Clicking on the above link supports my show at no extra cost to you.That link again is: https://academy.authorrevolution.org/a/2147529641/woteKkRf If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going and is greatly appreciated. Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome to Minisode 2 of Alchemy for Authors! In this short episode I share my thoughts around taking action towards your goals and dreams, and why courage MUST come before confidence. Enrol in the Millionaire Author Challenge beginning February 5 2024 here. *Remember to use the code MAC2024 to join the challenge for just $27* Enrol in the 12-week Millionaire Author Manifestation Course here. *Remember to use the promo code ALCHEMY to get 30% off when you enrol. If paying by payment plan the discount will be taken off the first payment only* If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going. Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I chat with two amazing return guests, Carissa Andrews and Tammy Tyree, about all things manifestation, and how to use hypnosis to reach your author goals and create an author life you love! Other topics we discuss include: · How to cut through the crap we tell ourselves about ourselves, about money, and about our author careers, to bring our dreams and goals into reality. · How hypnosis can circumvent the conscious mind to lock in new thoughts and beliefs, and supercharge your mindset and path to success. · The importance of having clarity around what you want to manifest before endeavouring to do so. · How Manifestation and the Law of Attraction has impacted upon Carissa and Tammy’s careers. · Why it might seem that your manifestations aren’t working. · Why so many of our negative thoughts about ourselves and what we can achieve are locked in during childhood. · Why being in a community of like-minded individuals can be so transformative. · Two steps you can take right now to support your manifestations and implement hypnosis to create the author success you desire! If you’re feeling held back from achieving all that you want in your author career and you’re ready to manifest your author destiny, then this is the episode for you! Enrol in the Millionaire Author Challenge beginning February 5 2024 here. *Remember to use the code MAC2024 to join the challenge for just $27* Enrol in the 12-week Millionaire Author Manifestation Course here. *Remember to use the promo code ALCHEMY to get 30% off when you enrol. If paying by payment plan the discount will be taken off the first payment only* Subscribe to the Your Future Self: Monthly Mind Magic for Authors here. *Use the promo code ALCHEMY to get 30% off your first payment* Visit Carissa’s websites here: https://www.carissaandrews.com/ https://authorrevolution.org/ https://millionaireauthorcoach.com/ Visit Tammy’s websites here: https://www.tammytyree.com/ https://tammytyreebooks.com/ Listen to Carissa’s previous guest episodes here: Episode 61: AI-Enhanced Plotting & Selling Direct with Carissa Andrews Bonus Episode: Millionaire Author Manifestation with Carissa Andrews Episode 16: Millionaire Author Mindset with Carissa Andrews Listen to Tammy’s previous guest episode here: Episode 56: Spirits, Past-lives, Hypnosis & Writing with Tammy Tyree Up-level your life and abundance by joining Cathy Heller’s 12-week Boldly Abundant immersive experience here. *Doors close February 2 2024* If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going. Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/ *Please note: I am an affiliate for some of the courses and experiences mentioned above simply because I truly believe in their effectiveness. Clicking on the above links supports my show at no extra cost to you.

Welcome to Minisode 1 of Alchemy for Authors! In this short episode I share my thoughts around Author Envy: what it is, what it’s trying to tell us, and how it might just be a sign that what we desire is closer than we think. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going. Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this week’s episode I chat with the Holistic Tooth Fairy and author, Meliors Simms, about writing, publishing, crowdfunding, and of course, oral health. Some of the topics we discuss include: · How traumatising dental experiences led her to become the Holistic Tooth Fairy and set her on the path of self-publishing. · The impact of stress upon our teeth and what we can do to boost our oral health. · How to use journaling to grow, heal, and overcome blocks. · Why you might want to write a letter to a tooth. · Meliors’ experience running a Kickstarter campaign and what she would do differently next time. · How Meliors navigates the expense of international shipping when running a Kickstarter campaign. · Why the first 48 hours are key to a Kickstarter’s success. Whether you have an interest in natural health, are terrified of going to the dentist, or want to learn more about using Kickstarter to fund your next publication, this episode is for you. Visit Meliors website here: https://holistictoothfairy.com/ Purchase Meliors’ book The Secret Lives of Teeth here: https://holistictoothfairy.com/secret-lives-of-teeth/ Learn more about her Kickstarter and new book, Calm and Confident in the Dental Chair, here: https://holistictoothfairy.com/calm-and-confident/ Find Meliors on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/holistictoothfairy Follow Meliors on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/meliorss/ Learn more about Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/ If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going. Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors and Happy New Year! In this solo episode I share some of the manifestation practices I use to get clear on my writing goals, and set myself up for an inspired and successful writing year. Some of the topics I discuss include: · Why the Law of Attraction won’t work without Action. · Why not getting what you want is sometimes better than getting what you want. · The questions you need to reflect on as one year ends and another begins. · Why your “Writing Why” has nothing to do with money. · Why your “shoulds” can signal misalignment and a tendency towards people-pleasing. · How incremental upgrades and sexy new underwear can propel you towards living your best life now. · The anchor and mantra I’m using to achieve my goals this year. · How decluttering can be a powerful first step in manifesting your desires. · Why the hardest and most important thing I’m going to do this year is scheduling downtime. · And why adopting the phrase “I get to…” is a powerful trick for getting dumb things done. This juicy episode of Alchemy for Authors is jam-packed with resources for making 2024 your best writing year yet. If you’re ready to elevate your author life and reach your goals, then this episode is for you! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going. Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/ Recommended episodes to revisit: Episode 1: Finding Your Writing Why. Episode 8: Manifesting My First Book. Episode 16: Millionaire Author Mindset with Carissa Andrews. Bonus Episode: Millionaire Author Manifestation with Carissa Andrews. Episode 20: Intuition and Success for Authors with Becca Syme. Episode 21: Harnessing The Power Of Your Future Self. Episode 55: Write to Riches with Renee Rose. Episode 58: Author Alignment and the Enneagram with Claire Taylor. Books mentioned in this episode: Reclaim Your Author Career by Claire Taylor: https://www.ffs.media/kickffs Denise Duffield-Thomas books, including Get Rich, Lucky Bitch, and Chillpreneur: https://www.denisedt.com/books Write to Riches by Renee Rose: https://write2riches.com/ Adventures with the Universe by H. L. Savino https://www.amazon.com/Adventures-Universe-H-L-Savino/dp/B0C9SLD6QL Be Your Future Self Now by Dr. Benjamin Hardy: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Future-Self-Now-Transformation/dp/1401974015/ Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away by Annie Duke: https://www.annieduke.com/books/ The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks: https://www.amazon.com/Big-Leap-Conquer-Hidden-Level/dp/0061735361 Other resources: Claire Taylor’s Liberated Writer Course: https://www.ffs.media/liberated-writer-course My Intent: https://myintent.org/ Orna Ross: Creative Business Planning for Authors: https://www.patreon.com/OrnaRoss Byron Katie: The Work: https://thework.com/ Author Revolution: Millionaire Author Manifestation Course: https://academy.authorrevolution.org/a/2147529641/woteKkRf (Please note: This is an affiliate link which means I get a small kick back that supports Alchemy for Authors at no extra cost to you.) Author Revolution: Your Future Self: Monthly Mind Magic for Authors (Includes meditations for authors): https://author-revolution-academy.mykajabi.com/offers/g6XncYnX/checkout Becca Syme’s website: https://betterfasteracademy.com/ The Creative Penn...

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this solo episode I share a look at my day-job as a teacher and the lessons I’ve learnt that impact upon my writing life. Some of the topics I discuss include: · How writing Fan-Fiction can make you a better writer. · How to move beyond just using the Hero’s Journey as a plotting device, but also how to use it to help guide you through the ups and downs of your author career. · How to move past feeling that everything is about you! · Why people pleasing can be a recipe for disaster if you want a successful writing career. · Why being called consistent made me bawl like a baby! · The habits you need to embrace to ensure the longevity of your author career. Whatever your day-job, life situation, or the state of your author career, listen as I share my insights from the classroom to guide you towards making 2024 your best writing year yet! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going. Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode I talk with New Zealand author, Charlotte Lobb, about her writing process, publishing experience, and her debut novel, Hannah and Huia. Other topics we discuss include: · How three words in the middle of the night – sun, rain, bye-bye – was the catalyst for Charlotte’s debut novel. · Why Charlotte wants to normalise and demystify the experiences of those in the mental health system. · How writing helped Charlotte move through feeling shame around her mental health journey. · How fiction can sometimes reach people who are struggling in a way non-fiction can’t. · Why Charlotte works best when she edits as she goes. · How imposter syndrome impacts Charlotte’s writing process. · Why Charlotte is a cheerleader for New Zealand authors. · Why it’s okay to go about the author thing backwards. Listen as Charlotte shares a little of her mental health journey alongside being an author, and be inspired by her willingness to go against traditional writing advice. Visit Charlotte’s website here: https://charlottelobb.com/ Purchase Hannah and Huia here: https://charlottelobb.com/buy-a-copy-today.cfm Follow Charlotte on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/charlottelobb_author/ If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going. Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode I talk with author, Pat Backley, about finding your passion and writing books later in life. Other topics we discuss include: · Why it’s never too late to start writing! · How the end of a marriage and a COVID lockdown was the catalyst for her pursuing her author dreams. · How writing a book, no matter your age, can be life changing! · Why Pat chose to self-publish and how she went about learning “all the things” to do so. · Why writing memoir is so important for preserving your stories. · How an attractive Italian man inspired Pat to write a travel memoir. · Why Pat hates the phrase: “Not high enough res!” Pat’s enthusiasm for writing will leave you pushing aside your excuses, and being inspired and excited to get back to the page! Visit Pat’s website here: https://www.patbackley.com/ Purchase Pat’s books here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Pat-Backley/author/B08KZ9SRPC Follow Pat on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/patbackleyauthor/ Follow Pat on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/patbackleyauthor If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going. Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode I talk with crime fiction author, Stephen Johnson, about his books, his writing process, and where he gets his ideas. Other topics we discuss include: · Why Stephen considers himself an accidental author. · How the game ‘Killer’ became the seed of an idea for his first novel. · How Stephen's previous careers in journalism and the media impacted upon his stories. · How he moved away from hating writing to passionately loving it. · How Stephen finds inspiration in observing everyday life. · Why he believes that editors have mystical powers. · And why Stephen's not afraid to tackle tough subjects despite imposter syndrome. If you enjoy crime fiction or looking behind-the-scenes of another author’s process, you’ll love this interview with Stephen Johnson! Visit Stephen’s website here: https://www.stephenjohnsonauthor.com/ Purchase Stephen’s books here: https://www.stephenjohnsonauthor.com/books Follow Stephen on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/stephenjohnsonauthor/ Visit Clan Destine Press at https://www.clandestinepress.net/ If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going. Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this solo episode I share my personal writing process, tips and tricks I use to get my books written, and how I possibly make things harder than they need to be. Other topics I discuss include: · How I navigate writing a book with ADHD. · How to not be overwhelmed by the “shoulds”! · Why hyper-focus is my super power but can take a while to kick into action. · Why I both love and loath deadlines. · The role of music in my writing process. · Why I can’t write in the small moments and don’t write every day. · Why it’s important to start with a pretty notebook. · The importance I place on the word “something”. · And my answer to the question: Are you still a writer when you’re not writing? If you’re interested in other peoples’ writing processes, or feel like you’re doing it wrong, check out the often chaotic and quirky way I go about writing a book, and take comfort in the knowledge that there is no one way in being an author. Resources mentioned in this episode: Visit Claire Taylor’s website to learn more about The Liberated Writer course and her book Reclaim Your Author Career, here: https://www.ffs.media/ Listen to Episode 58: Author Alignment & the Enneagram with Claire Taylor, here: https://jobuer.com/episode-58-author-alignment-the-enneagram-with-claire-taylor/ Visit Becca Syme’s website here: https://betterfasteracademy.com/ Listen to Episode 20: Intuition and Success with Becca Syme, here: https://jobuer.com/episode-20-intuition-and-success-for-authors-with-becca-syme/ Listen to Episode 55: Write to Riches with Renee Rose, here: https://jobuer.com/episode-55-write-to-riches-with-renee-rose/ Learn more about NaNoWriMo here: https://nanowrimo.org/ Learn more about Scrivener here: https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=alchemy Learn more about ProWritingAid here: https://prowritingaid.com/ * Please Note: I am an affiliate for Scrivener. As an affiliate I get a small kickback at no extra charge to you. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going. Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/

Welcome back to Alchemy for Authors! In this episode I talk with New Zealand author and Ages of Pages book fair coordinator, Johanna M. Rae, about going Indie and selling locally. Other topics we discuss include: · Why Johanna left traditional publishing for Indie publishing. · Why developing your author platform is so important, particularly if you live in a small country. · How to establish a reader following and author platform before you’re published. · How to connect with readers at book events, even when you’re an introvert. · The essential four-legged writing companion every author should have! If you’ve been on the fence about selling locally, let Johanna inspire you to step outside your comfort zone and grow your readership! Visit Johanna’s website here: https://www.johannamraeauthor.com/ Visit the Ages of Pages website here: https://agesofpages.weebly.com/ Follow Johanna on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/johanna.m.rae/ and https://www.instagram.com/ages_of_pages/ Follow Johanna on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/JohannaMRae and https://www.facebook.com/agesofpages Find out more about Duffy Books in Homes here: https://www.booksinhomes.org.nz/Home Preptober is here! If you’re preparing for NaNoWriMo this year, make sure you check out these cool writing tools: Scrivener Plottr Author Revolution 4 Books, 5 Days Course: Mastering AI-Enhanced Story Planning Find out more about NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) here: https://nanowrimo.org/ * Please Note: I am an affiliate for Scrivener, Plottr and Author Revolution courses. These are resources I personally use and enjoy. As an affiliate I get a small kickback at no extra charge to you. If you would like to learn more about Plottr, make sure you listen to Episode 47: Plotting with Plottr with Troy Lambert. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review. You can also support the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jobuer. Your support helps me keep this podcast going. Follow me on Instagram: @alchemyforauthors and @jobuerauthor. Join my Alchemy for Authors newsletter and download your FREE copy of Manifestation for Authors here. If you enjoy Gothic Suspense, you can join my reader’s newsletter and download a FREE copy of my short story collection, Between the Shadows, here. You can find all my books at https://jobuer.com or visit https://Books2Read.com/JoBuer for links to your favourite store. Visit my website for the full transcript of this episode: https://jobuer.com/alchemy-for-authors/