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Memoirs with Marlayna Glynn Brown and Shawn Inmon Podcast

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Best selling memoir authors Marlayna Glynn Brown and Shawn Inmon join BookGoodies podcast host Deborah Carney to discuss the differences between Memoir, Autobiography and Biography and how memoirists decide what and how to write. Great listen for anyone that enjoys reading memoirs, writing memoirs or is thinking about writing one. This is part one of a planned series about writing memoirs. About Marlayna: Marlayna Glynn Brown is a best-selling American author, award-winning photographer, … [Read more...]

Genre Discussion With Lynne Cantwell and Carla Sarett – @BookGoodies Podcast

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Join BookGoodies podcast host Deborah Carney and guests authors Carla Sarett and Lynne Cantwell as they discuss the various genres and what fits where. Interesting discussion for authors and readers alike, chime in and let us know your views in the comments! About Carla Carla Sarett’s short fiction has been published in over twenty five literary and humor magazines—and her essay, “Sam’s Will,” was nominated for Best American Essay (published in Blue Lyra Review.) Her short story … [Read more...]

Gil C. Schmidt Talks About Flash Fiction with @BookGoodies

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Author Gil C. Schmidt joins BookGoodies podcast hosts Deborah Carney and Karen Garcia to talk about flash fiction. I've written two anthologies of flash fiction, an anthology of science fiction stories and an anthology blending mystery and horror. I seem to be in an anthology kind of groove. My flash fiction, collected in "30 Stories" and "30 More Stories", covers many genres, from fantasy to comedy. Thanks to my wife, we split them into 99-cent "6-Packs" so people can sample my fiction … [Read more...]

How to Create Audiobooks @BookGoodies Podcast with Authors Katie Darden and Shawn Inmon

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Authors Katie Darden and Shawn Inmon join BookGoodies podcast host Deborah Carney to talk about how to get your book into audiobook format. It isn't as scary as you might think! What we cover in this podcast: **How does an author go about making an audiobook? **Why did you decide to put your books in audio form? **Did you record your own or use a narrator? **Can you get a stipend from ACX to incentivize your narrators? How to increase your chances of getting one. **How did you decide … [Read more...]

Danielle Smith Talks About #ArmchairBEA 2014 – @BookGoodies Podcast

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Join Danielle Smith and BookGoodies podcast host Deborah Carney as the discuss the upcoming ArmchairBEA event that coincides with the Book Expo America in NYC. ArmchairBEA is a way to network from home with authors and book bloggers, almost like being at the show! BookGoodies is a sponsor and hopes to "see" you all there! Follow the hashtag #ArmchairBEA on twitter, plus check out all their other social media. There are giveaways and swag, just like being there! Register for ArmchairBEA … [Read more...]

Prepping for A Successful Book Promotion – Podcast with Jim Kukral and Deborah Carney

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Is your book ready for a big promotional push? Listen to this podcast with industry professionals Jim Kukral and Deborah Carney to see if your book really is ready to be put out there in front of the public. In 18 minutes you could save a lot of time and money and once you follow our advice you can be better prepared for both free and paid promotions to get your book not just seen, but actually get readers to buy it. If you listened to this podcast and found it helpful or have other ideas … [Read more...]

Get the Author Attitude with Nina Amir @BookGoodies Podcast

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Nina Amir joins BookGoodies podcast host Deborah Carney to discuss the "Author Attitude" and why authors need it. What we talk about in this podcast: 1. Why do writers need an author attitude and what are the 4 elements that make up this attitude? (Hint: WOOT) 2. Why do aspiring authors need a business plan for their books before they write a word? 3. Do both fiction and nonfiction authors need a business plan? 4. How do you retain creativity in this business-focused process? 5. How do … [Read more...]

Lieutenant Raymond E. Foster, LAPD (ret.) Author Interview with @BookGoodies

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Author Lieutenant Raymond E. Foster, LAPD (ret.) joins BookGoodies podcast host Deborah Carney for an interview about his books, how he started, advice for new and established authors. Lieutenant Raymond E. Foster, LAPD (ret.) spent 24 years with the Los Angeles Police Department. He is the author of nine books and over 50 articles on subjects ranging including, technology, the history of policing, leadership and terrorism. An experienced lecturer he has been an adjunct faculty member at … [Read more...]