A motivational show for all the creatives out there with an inner rebel. Listen for interviews, industry news, tips, tricks and tools to help you take your creative business to the next level.
Episodes
Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
- Tips for writing toxic characters and dialogue
- Approaching sensitive topics in a way that is respectful to survivors
- Checks and considerations when writing about toxic queer relationships
- Blending supernatural elements into a natural story
- Finding your target audience as a YA author
Find out more about Kara:
Rebel of the Week is: Merren
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
Wednesday Jul 24, 2024
Wednesday Jul 24, 2024
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
- What makes TikTok unique
- Adapting your content to suit TikTok’s short-form video format
- Finding your target audience on TikTok
- The importance of consistency for building a following
- What metrics to track to refine your TikTok strategy
Links I mentioned:
Order House of Crimson Kisses at books2read.com/crimsonkiss or direct from me at rubyroe.co.uk
Find out more about Kate:
@katehallbiz on all social platforms
Rebel of the Week is: Holly
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
This episode is sponsored by Fictionary
Find out more about Fictionary Software + Fictionary Live! here.
As a rebel listener you can get 25% off StoryTeller, StoryTeller Premium and certification with code REBEL25.
Wednesday Jul 17, 2024
Wednesday Jul 17, 2024
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
- Utilizing Instagram reels as an author
- Strategies to engage your audience on Instagram
- What an ‘audio bank’ is and how to build one
- Using the ‘remix’ feature to expand your reach
- The importance of consistent posting
- How to craft a book hook
Links I mentioned:
Order House of Crimson Kisses at books2read.com/crimsonkiss or direct from me at rubyroe.co.uk
Find out more about Lara:
Get 50% off Lara's Reels templates for writers by using the code ‘REBEL50’ at www.lemonfriday.com/reels
Rebel of the Week is: L.M. Dodds
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KOBO WRITING LIFE
Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
- The elements of a well-crafted reader persona
- Using a reader persona to connect with your ideal readers
- Social media for connecting with ideal readers
- Incorporating your reader persona into your book marketing strategy
- Using data to improve book marketing strategies
Links I mentioned:
Preorder House of Crimson Kisses direct from me or at books2read.com/crimsonkiss
Find out more about Sue:
Rebel of the Week is: Cassie
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
Wednesday Jul 03, 2024
Wednesday Jul 03, 2024
In this episode we cover:
- Income update and breakdown
- Lesson 1: All in Works for Me
- Lesson 2: Capitalise if You Can
- Lesson 3: Visibility is Queen
- Lesson 4: Boundaries Are Important
- Lesson 5: Growth is Brilliant and Painful
- Lesson 6: The Psychology of Money, Success and Winning
- Lesson 7: No Matter What, This is Always Better
Read the full lessons learned blog here.
Monday Jul 01, 2024
Monday Jul 01, 2024
To find out more about Rachael, you can listen to her show “How Do You Write” or visit her website.
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Wednesday Jun 26, 2024
Wednesday Jun 26, 2024
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
- How planning series differs across genres
- Approaching the overall story arc in a cozy series
- Tools and techniques to ensure continuity
- Character development across multiple books
- Elements for crafting a satisfying series conclusion
- Marketing to cozy readers
Links I mentioned:
Preorder House of Crimson Kisses at books2read.com/crimsonkiss or direct from me at rubyroe.co.uk
Find out more about Inessa
Rebel of the Week is: Karen
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
2 new patrons this week, welcome and thank you to Holly Dunn and Phyllis Kaelin. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
Wednesday Jun 19, 2024
Wednesday Jun 19, 2024
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
- Ways an author’s writing career and non-writing career interact
- Balancing a writing career with other commitments and responsibilities
- Planning for the kind of life you want
- Adopting a flexible mindset in your writing career
- Common misconceptions about writing life
Find out more about Daphne:
Rebel of the Week is: Kiersten
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
2 new rebels this week, welcome and thank you to Katherine Beals and Capucine Hoybach. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
This episode is sponsored by Fictionary
Find out more about Fictionary Software + Fictionary Live! here.
As a rebel listener you can get 25% off StoryTeller, StoryTeller Premium and certification with code REBEL25.
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
- Key elements of a successful book cover design
- How to know when cover trends are changing in your genre
- The complete process of creating a book cover
- How to make your book cover stand out
- Advice for working with a professional book cover designer
Find out more about Holly:
Join the Early Bird List for Premade Cover Releases
Rebel of the Week is: Gigi Rivers
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
No new patrons this week, but a big thank you to my existing patrons. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack
THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KOBO WRITING LIFE
Visit Kobo Writing Life here, read the Kobo Writing Life blog here, and listen to their podcast here.
Wednesday Jun 05, 2024
Wednesday Jun 05, 2024
Episode Show Notes
In this episode we cover:
- How brains are hardwired to respond to storytelling
- Using brain science to creative more effective marketing
- Creating a “story-worthy problem” to engage readers
- Writing a strong chain of cause and effect
- Utilizing the concept of a “third rail” scene to increase emotional impact
Links I mentioned:
Find out more about Lisa:
Rebel of the Week is: Holly
If you’d like to be a Rebel of the week please do send in your story, it can be any kind of rebellion. You can email your rebel story to rebelauthorpodcast@gmail.com
1 new patron this week, welcome and thank you to Holly. A big thank you to my existing patrons as well. If you’d like to support the show, and get early access to all the episodes as well as bonus content you can from as little as $2 a month by visiting: www.patreon.com/sachablack