How to create your voice search strategy

Posted on 10/10/2019 at 03:00 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

Just as there’s an art to the language of an audiobook, so too are there steps to ensure that you...

Categories: Behind the scenes

Tagged As: Joanna Penn, Marketing, Social media and websites

What to do instead of focusing on your writer's block

Posted on 10/09/2019 at 11:00 AM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

Your time is valuable, especially if you juggle a family, another job, or any other obligations in addition to writing....

Categories: Behind the scenes

Tagged As: Joanna Penn, Writer's block / writing prompts

How and why to write for audio first

Posted on 10/08/2019 at 11:19 AM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

Jules Horne has previously appeared on The Creative Penn to provide tips on editing your book for audio versions. Now,...

Categories: Behind the scenes

Tagged As: Audiobook, Joanna Penn

PR agency founder explains author branding, media pitches, and more

Posted on 10/02/2019 at 04:25 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

Joanna Penn hosted a veteran publicist and author on her podcast recently, and the episode is bursting with useful information...

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Tagged As: Joanna Penn, Marketing

Editor: Here's the mindset you need for revising your first draft

Posted on 09/18/2019 at 11:16 AM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

We were recently advised, when it comes to your to-do list, to handle the boulders first versus the pebbles. In...

Categories: Behind the scenes

Tagged As: Editing, Joanna Penn, Writing advice

Your ending should make a reader want more; here's how

Posted on 09/16/2019 at 04:00 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

Joanna Penn’s latest podcast guest shared a fantastic quote from Mickey Spillane in his appearance: “The first chapter sells your...

Categories: Behind the scenes

Tagged As: Joanna Penn, Writing advice

Here are 10 book trailer types to consider

Posted on 09/15/2019 at 12:00 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

With over 80 percent of online activity involving watching video, Adam Cushman suspects you might be interested in making a...

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Tagged As: Joanna Penn, Marketing, Video

SEO content blog tips for nonfiction writers

Posted on 09/10/2019 at 03:52 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

Nonfiction writers have a unique opportunity to promote their books through their authorial expertise. A random blog post here and...

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Tagged As: Joanna Penn, Marketing, Nonfiction

Actor who's narrated over 1,000 audiobooks shares speaking tips

Posted on 09/09/2019 at 11:58 AM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

Whether you’re looking to narrate your own audiobook or simply prepare for any live readings, Joanna Penn has the expert...

Categories: Behind the scenes

Tagged As: Audiobook, Joanna Penn

Write a brief for your book cover designer

Posted on 09/08/2019 at 12:00 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

Every post on cover design we find seems to have a new pearl of wisdom, in addition to the ones...

Categories: Behind the scenes

Tagged As: Cover design, Joanna Penn