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Become a Writer

  • Writing Action Adventure And Traveling For Book Research With Luke Richardson
    What are the tropes and reader expectations for action adventure thrillers? Why publish into KU and what are some of the ways to market there? How can travel enrich your writing? Luke Richardson gives his tips. In the intro, ProWritingAid launches their Manuscript Analysis tool; Navigating legal risk in memoir [The Indy Author]; Social media for authors in 2025 [BookBub]; Amazon relaunches Alexa, now Alexa+ which is now powered by Claude AI; Scribe, the world’s most accurate transcription model [ElevenLabs]; ElevenReader Publishing to the Reader app; Death Valley, A Thriller by J.F. Penn. Today's show is sponsored by ProWritingAid, writing […]
  • Kickstarter For Authors With Oriana Leckert
    How can you use Kickstarter to help bring your creative vision into reality? What are some of the biggest mistakes authors make? What are some tips to ensure your campaign is a success? Oriana Leckert shares her expertise. In the intro, AI-narrated audiobooks from ElevenLabs will now be accepted on Spotify through FindawayVoices; A Midwinter Sacrifice by J.F. Penn with my voice clone for the Author's Note on Spotify; BookVault introduce boxsets and slipcases; Managing your finances [Becca Syme]; How to write non-fiction [EOLU Podcast]; Thoughts on the Berlin film market; Death Valley – A Thriller. Today's show is sponsored […]
  • The Happy Writer With Marissa Meyer
    How do you keep the happiness and joy in your writing practice, along with managing the business side of being an author? Marissa Meyer gives her tips. In the intro, How authors can price their books for profit [Self-Publishing with ALLi]; How to recover from author burnout [Self-Publishing Advice]; my Brooke and Daniel crime series in KU; Day of the Vikings; Outback Days and City Nights in the Lucky Country – Books and Travel; replanning with Calendarpedia. Today's show is sponsored by Draft2Digital, self-publishing with support, where you can get free formatting, free distribution to multiple stores, and a host […]
  • The Evolving Author And Second Editions. Joanna Penn On The Indy Author Podcast
    When is it worth writing a Second Edition of a book that already sells well? How might elements of memoir impact non-fiction self-help books? What are the challenges and opportunities of a second edition, as well as practical tips? I discuss these things and more with Matty Dalrymple on The Indy Author Podcast, a fantastic show that covers the craft of writing and author business. You can get How to Write Non-Fiction, Second Edition in all formats, on all stores now. You can watch the video below, or here on YouTube, or listen to The Indy Author Podcast on your […]
  • Writing And Selling Short Stories With Douglas Smith
    How can you use short stories to improve your writing craft across different genres? How can you make money from licensing your short stories in different ways? How do you structure a short story collection? Douglas Smith shares his tips. In the intro, S&S imprint says that authors no longer need to get blurbs for their books [The Guardian]; James Patterson will be headlining Author Nation 2025; How to sell books from a table [Novel Marketing Podcast]; My lessons learned about screenwriting; Death Valley, a Thriller. Today's show is sponsored by ProWritingAid, writing and editing software that goes way beyond […]
  • Crafting Non-Fiction Books That Build Your Brand and Income. Joanna Penn On The Biz Book Broadcast with Liz Scully
    While non-fiction books don't have to be related to a business, if you have an existing client base, or speaking platform, or you want to build one, a book can be a great way to build authority, bring in new work, and even generate income. I was interviewed by Liz Scully on The Biz Book Broadcast about How to Write Non-Fiction and you can listen below or on your favourite podcast player. The show notes and transcript are below. The Second Edition of How to Write Non-Fiction: Turn Your Knowledge Into Words is out now. Click here to find out […]
  • Aristotle for Novelists, And A Strategy For Selling More Books With Douglas Vigliotti
    Why is ‘story' more important than ‘writing'? How can you write characters that engage the reader? And how can you sell more books by connecting authentically? Douglas Vigliotti shares his tips. In the intro, Bookshop.org will start selling ebooks [TechCrunch]; LinkedIn for Book Promotion [ALLi]; The Money Making Expert, branding and marketing [DOAC]; 24 Assets – Daniel Priestley; My J.F. Penn books by location; Death Valley, A Thriller; Copyright and Artificial Intelligence [US Copyright Office]; Superagency: What could possibly go right with our AI Future – Reid Hoffman and Greg Beato This podcast is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life, which […]
  • Fair Use, Copyright, And Licensing. AI And The Author Business With Alicia Wright
    How does generative AI relate to fair use when it comes to copyright? What are the possibilities for AI licensing? Alicia Wright shares her thoughts on generative AI for authors. In the intro, Publishing leaders share 9 Bold Predictions for 2025 [BookBub]; OpenAI launches Operator [The Verge]; Bertelsmann (who own Penguin Random House) intends to work with OpenAI to expand and accelerate the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the media, services, and education sectors; Death Valley — A Thriller. Today's show is sponsored by my patrons! Join my community and get access to extra videos on writing craft, author […]
  • Building A Long Term Author Business, Dictation, Kickstarter, and Short Story Collections With Kevin J Anderson
    How can you build a long-term author career with multiple streams of income? How can you use technology for the grunt work and not the fun part of writing? Kevin J Anderson gives his tips. In the intro, has TikTok gone dark? [AP]; BookVault is expanding printing to Australia; GPSR, the EU’s new General Product Safety Regulation [Self-Publishing Advice]; CreatedByHumans.ai launches in partnership with The Authors Guild for AI data licensing [Publishing Perspectives]; Simon & Schuster launches audio-first imprint featuring content from self-published authors [Publishers Weekly]. Plus, 7 Steps for How to Write Non-Fiction [Reedsy Live replay]; Publishing predictions for 2025 […]
  • Balancing Creativity With Building A Business, And Author Nation With Joe Solari
    How can you balance creativity with business in order to have a profitable, long-term author career? What were the successes and challenges of the Author Nation conference? Joe Solari shares his perspective. In the intro, the money episode [Ink In Your Veins]; WISE for multi-currency banking; creative planning tips for 2025 [Self~Publishing Advice]; Surprising Trends Authors Can’t Ignore in 2025 [Novel Marketing Podcast]. Plus, an update on Death Valley, A Thriller, and reflections on seeing live theatre vs online & stream/subscription models. This podcast is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life, which helps authors self-publish and reach readers in global markets […]

Get Better

  • Real Talk on Productivity, AI, and What’s Working in CX
    by David Banks
    As AI continues its rapid integration into the enterprise, customer experience and support teams are navigating a distinct set of challenges. While experimentation is often encouraged in other functions, CX operates under different expectations: precision, empathy, and virtually no margin for error. In our latest Two Truths and AI fireside […]
  • What Is Semantics? Meaning, Types, and Examples
    by Lindsay Kramer
    Semantics is a core branch of linguistics, the scientific study of language. It focuses on a sentence’s meaning. More specifically, it involves how grammatical structure, word choice, and context work together to create that meaning. This concept goes beyond a literal interpretation of the sentence—consider figurative language and how synonyms […]
  • 6 Types of Outlines in Writing (With Examples) and When to Use Them
    by Kelly Konya
    Ever feel like your thoughts are racing in a thousand different directions when you start writing? That’s where outlining comes in—it’s like a roadmap that guides your ideas and keeps them from going off track. From structured academic outlines to free-spirited mind maps, let’s explore seven outlining methods (plus examples!) […]
  • What Is the Best AI Detector in 2025? Top 7 Tools Compared
    by Grammarly
    As AI-generated content floods classrooms, workplaces, and every corner of the internet, people are turning to AI detectors to determine what was written by a human and what was generated by a computer. From quick online checkers to advanced enterprise tools, today’s AI detectors promise to automatically flag machine-written content. […]
  • Brainstorming With AI: How to Generate Better Ideas, Faster
    by Hillary Brodsky
    Brainstorming sits at the heart of creativity. Whether you’re planning a blog post, outlining a presentation, or launching a product, generating and shaping ideas quickly is essential. Now, with AI-powered tools, brainstorming has evolved. What once could take hours in front of a whiteboard or in a team meeting can […]
  • One Model to Rule Them All: Our Path to Efficient On-Device Writing Assistance
    by Dhruv Matani
    We’ve all experienced that frustrating moment when using a writing assistant: you’re in a productive writing flow when suddenly your Wi-Fi cuts out. Whether at a coffee shop with spotty internet or on a plane, the assistant goes offline—impacting your productivity. This is why we’re investing in powerful writing assistance […]
  • Is Using AI Cheating? How to Use It Responsibly for School
    by Grammarly
    Artificial intelligence (AI) can be a powerful tool for helping with your academic work, but you may be wondering how to use it responsibly so you can get the assistance you need, without cheating or breaking the rules. Here, we explain 11 ways to use AI to help you with […]
  • How to Cite ChatGPT in APA, MLA, and Chicago Styles
    by Grammarly
    As AI tools become more common, so do expectations around transparency. If you’ve used ChatGPT to help with your writing, you may need to cite it, especially in academic or professional work. So how do you cite ChatGPT the right way? This guide walks you through how and when to […]
  • Grammarly Authorship Just Got a Major Update: Here’s What It Means for Students and Instructors
    by Ty McCloskey
    At Grammarly, we aim to empower individuals to communicate effectively and authentically. As artificial intelligence (AI) tools become more integrated into educational settings, maintaining academic integrity has become increasingly complex. To address this, we introduced Grammarly Authorship—a tool designed to provide transparent AI attribution in student writing. We are excited to […]
  • Why Marketers Need to Rethink Their Approach to AI
    by Madison Stein
    Marketers have been early adopters of AI, especially for writing and content creation. But are they really using it to its full potential? The post Why Marketers Need to Rethink Their Approach to AI appeared first on Grammarly Blog.

Strategise

  • What to Do With Old or Outdated Content
    by Hello Yuqo
    Old content needn't be dead content. In fact, sometimes it contains a lot more value than you're currently utilising. With the tips below, you can raise old content from the grave and breathe new life into it, culminating in greater engagement and SEO. The post What to Do With Old […]
  • How to Conduct an SEO Audit
    by Luke Sholl
    Want to boost your website's ranking? Start with a comprehensive SEO audit. Learn how to evaluate site performance, improve user experience, and fix critical issues to enhance your search engine visibility. Ready to optimise your site? Keep reading to find out more! The post How to Conduct an SEO Audit […]
  • What Is Brand Identity and Why Is It Important?
    by Luke Sholl
    Brand identity is a culmination of what customers see, think, and feel when interacting with your products or services. It not only sets you apart from the competition, but strengthens customer loyalty, bolsters popularity, and much more. To master the crucial art of brand identity, keep reading. The post What […]
  • How to Improve Brand Awareness on Social Media
    by Luke Sumpter
    Brand awareness is a simple concept that revolves around getting as many eyes on your brand as possible, and cementing your business in the minds of customers. But what steps can you take to bring your brand awareness to new heights? Check out our list of effective tips below to […]
  • Why Are Brand Values Important for Your Business?
    by Hello Yuqo
    Every brand has values, whether you agree with them or not. Identifying yours can help you to shape your brand as a whole and communicate effectively with your desired target audience and your employees. Here we break down why brand values are essential, and how to use them to grow […]
  • How to Create a Keyword Strategy
    by Luke Sholl
    Google's ranking algorithm has become more sophisticated. Knowing how to use keywords and, more importantly, which ones to target is vital to growing your online presence. Although keywords do not have the same impact on SEO as they once did, they support several other factors that Google uses to define […]
  • How to Give Feedback to Your Content Team
    by Luke Sumpter
    Feedback sessions typically go one of two ways: they're either a complete waste of time and leave those involved feeling deflated, or they help to kindle a productive working relationship and enable team members grow in their careers. If you want your sessions to feel like the latter, then continue […]
  • How to Write Promotional Content
    by Luke Sholl
    Promotional content or promotional writing is the lifeblood of any effective sales funnel. But how can you ensure that you strike the perfect balance between pushing sales and keeping your customers informed? Moreover, what are the elements that make promotional content impactful? For all this and more, keep reading. The […]
  • How to Craft the Perfect Email Newsletter
    by Hello Yuqo
    Email may seem outdated, but email marketing is still one of the most effective forms of marketing around. It maintains relationships and delivers personalised content to those who are most likely to act on it. Find out exactly how and why to use it here. The post How to Craft […]
  • What Does Word-of-Mouth Marketing Involve?
    by Hello Yuqo
    Word-of-mouth is a time-tested form of organic marketing that allows businesses to gain new customers through authentic recommendations from previous happy customers. So, how do you harness word-of-mouth marketing to enhance your own business? We're here to give you some tips, but it's mainly about providing quality products and services! […]

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