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Nothing About This Is Safe
Nothing About This Is Safe🎙 EPISODE 5 – How Fiction Authors Build an AI-Ready Identity Using GEO + AEOMost authors think they’re preparing for the future of publishing. They aren’t.They’re documenting their past — one scattered bio, one half-finished website, one “I’ll organize this later” at a time — and calling it strategy.This episode tears that illusion apart and shows why fiction authors must write their record before the AI Librarian writes it for them.Episode Overview Alicia McCalla returns to break down the real mechanics behind GEO and AEO — not as buzzwords, but as survival tools. We talk about how the AI Librarian interpre...
2025-12-091h 38Nothing About This Is Safe
Nothing About This Is Safe🎙 EPISODE 4 – How Fiction Authors Build Findability and Identity in the AI EraWriters are terrified of AI for all the wrong reasons.It isn’t here to replace you — it’s here to judge your record, and most authors don’t even have one.This episode forces you to confront a brutal truth: in the AI era, if you don’t teach the Librarian who you are… you’re invisible.Episode OverviewThis week, Alicia McCalla joins us with a message that isn’t warm or fluffy — but absolutely necessary. We dig into the reality that AI isn’t replacing writers… …it’s replacing gatekeepers. And our new gatekeeper, th...
2025-12-021h 07Pencils&Lipstick podcast
Pencils&Lipstick podcastEp 194 Writing and Marketing Super Hero Women with Alicia McCallaAlicia McCalla creates thrilling stories, audiobooks, and merchandise featuring courageous Black heroines. After losing her son, she dedicated herself to sharing empowering tales of overcoming adversity. Her sci-fi, fantasy, and paranormal horror celebrate badass Black women - superheroes, slayers, and more. Fin out more about Alicia and her books on her website here: https://aliciamccalla.com/Sign up for my writer's newsletter here:https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletterSign up for my reader's newsletter here: https://katcaldwell.com/readersFind me at https://katcaldwell.com or on Instagram as @katcaldwell.author or @pencilsandlipstick
2023-08-1400 minStark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
Stark Reflections on Writing and PublishingLearning by Doing and Baptism by Pyromancy with Oskar SöderbergMark interviews Oskar Söderberg, a thirty-five year old husband, father of two, and full-time IT employee about his writing life and the process leading up to publishing his debut novel, The Broken Pyromancer, coming in March 2023. Prior to the main segment, Mark reads comments from recent episodes, shares a personal update, and a few words about this episode's sponsor. You can learn more about how you can get your audiobooks distributed to retailers and library systems around the world at starkreflections.ca/Findaway. During their chat, Mark and Oskar talk about: O...
2023-02-2457 minStark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
Stark Reflections on Writing and PublishingLearning by Doing and Baptism by Pyromancy with Oskar SöderbergMark interviews Oskar Söderberg, a thirty-five year old husband, father of two, and full-time IT employee about his writing life and the process leading up to publishing his debut novel, The Broken Pyromancer, coming in March 2023. Prior to the main segment, Mark reads comments from recent episodes, shares a personal update, and a few words about this episode's sponsor. You can learn more about how you can get your audiobooks distributed to retailers and library systems around the world at starkreflections.ca/Findaway. During their chat, Mark and Oskar talk about: O...
2023-02-2457 minStark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
Stark Reflections on Writing and PublishingThe Importance of A Hero Who Looks Like You With Alicia McCallaMark interviews writer, narrator, and creative Alicia McCalla about her work creating thrilling stories of courage, bravery and strength featuring kick-ass Black women leads in SciFi, Fantasy & Romance. Prior to the main segment, Mark reads comments from recent episodes, thanks new Patrons, shares a personal update, and a few words about this episode's sponsor. You can learn more about how you can get your audiobooks distributed to retailers and library systems around the world at starkreflections.ca/Findaway. During their chat, Mark and Alicia talk about: How Alicia is two different versions...
2023-02-171h 02Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
Stark Reflections on Writing and PublishingThe Importance of A Hero Who Looks Like You With Alicia McCallaMark interviews writer, narrator, and creative Alicia McCalla about her work creating thrilling stories of courage, bravery and strength featuring kick-ass Black women leads in SciFi, Fantasy & Romance. Prior to the main segment, Mark reads comments from recent episodes, thanks new Patrons, shares a personal update, and a few words about this episode's sponsor. You can learn more about how you can get your audiobooks distributed to retailers and library systems around the world at starkreflections.ca/Findaway. During their chat, Mark and Alicia talk about: How Alicia is two different versions...
2023-02-171h 02The Writer\'s Serial Fiction Show
The Writer's Serial Fiction Show"1954" by Pepper PaceIt's time for a break down! Let's talk craft and see what makes this serial fiction episode work. Links: Read on Kindle Vella: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/story/B09432XGTM ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com   DISCOUNT CODE!!! SERIAL20 Laterpress: laterpress.com Two Week Free Trial of Book Genie: book-genie.com Support the Show: patreon.com/serialfictionshow Christine's website: christinedaiglebooks.com JP's website: jprindfleischix.com Christine's co-authored serial fiction: lpstylesbooks.com JP's co-authored serial fiction: NRDS We are part of...
2022-08-0223 minThe Reader\'s Serial Fiction Show.
The Reader's Serial Fiction Show."1954" by Pepper PaceInterracial Romance Bailey is a young, aspiring actress that has never had a real acting job--besides a role in a high school play. But when she sees an ad for a production that takes place in 1954, she decides to take a chance. The only thing she knows is that it is fully immersive, and would require her to live in the fictional town for one full year. The rules are simple, stay in character and she gets a nice payout of more than one hundred thousand dollars. But would a black woman willingly live in the 50s?
2022-08-0238 minThe Writer\'s Serial Fiction Show
The Writer's Serial Fiction Show"She Works Hard for the Money" by Sylvia HubbardIt's time for a break down! Let's talk craft and see what makes this serial fiction episode work. Links: Read on Kindle Vella: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/story/B0936JXMQ4 ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com   DISCOUNT CODE!!! SERIAL20 Laterpress: laterpress.com Two Week Free Trial of Book Genie: book-genie.com Support the Show: patreon.com/serialfictionshow Christine's website: christinedaiglebooks.com JP's website: jprindfleischix.com Christine's co-authored serial fiction: lpstylesbooks.com JP's co-authored serial fiction: NRDS We are part of...
2022-05-2429 minThe Reader\'s Serial Fiction Show.
The Reader's Serial Fiction Show."She Works Hard for the Money" by Sylvia HubbardErotic Romance To get over a broken heart, get with a broken man. Renna had never heard that expression, but the idea of being with a man after being in a lesbian relationship for 8 years interested her. It would certainly make her forget about the pain and betrayal she was going through. Renna needed something different, but did she make a mistake by sleeping with the most rude, misogynist & selfish man this side of the Mississippi? Beck had a dark past, but when he saw Renna, he saw his future. Links: Read on...
2022-05-2442 minAbsorb The Full Audiobook That Keeps Thriller Fans Hooked.
Absorb The Full Audiobook That Keeps Thriller Fans Hooked.Three Story Method by J. ThornPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/20164to listen full audiobooks. Title: Three Story Method Author: J. Thorn Narrator: J. Thorn, Alicia McCalla, Valerie Ihsan, Jimmy Essien Format: mp3 Length: 4 hrs and 49 mins Release date: 05-16-22 Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 6 ratings Genres: Writing & Publishing Publisher's Summary: Publishing veteran and best-selling author J. Thorn reveals his proven system for writing delicious scenes based on his legendary "Supercharge Your Scene" challenge successfully completed by thousands of authors. This tight yet comprehensive book teaches you what you absolutely must know about writing snappy scenes, whether you're a plotter or pantser, short story dynamo...
2022-05-164h 49Listen To This Spellbinding Full Audiobook — Perfect On The Go.
Listen To This Spellbinding Full Audiobook — Perfect On The Go.Three Story Method by J. ThornPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/20164to listen full audiobooks. Title: Three Story Method Author: J. Thorn Narrator: J. Thorn, Alicia McCalla, Valerie Ihsan, Jimmy Essien Format: mp3 Length: 4 hrs and 49 mins Release date: 05-16-22 Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 6 ratings Genres: Writing & Publishing Publisher's Summary: Publishing veteran and best-selling author J. Thorn reveals his proven system for writing delicious scenes based on his legendary "Supercharge Your Scene" challenge successfully completed by thousands of authors. This tight yet comprehensive book teaches you what you absolutely must know about writing snappy scenes, whether you're a plotter or pantser, short story dynamo...
2022-05-164h 49Dive Into A Ground-Breaking Full Audiobook On Your Commute.
Dive Into A Ground-Breaking Full Audiobook On Your Commute.Three Story Method by J. ThornPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/20164to listen full audiobooks. Title: Three Story Method Author: J. Thorn Narrator: J. Thorn, Alicia McCalla, Valerie Ihsan, Jimmy Essien Format: mp3 Length: 4 hrs and 49 mins Release date: 05-16-22 Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 6 ratings Genres: Writing & Publishing Publisher's Summary: Publishing veteran and best-selling author J. Thorn reveals his proven system for writing delicious scenes based on his legendary "Supercharge Your Scene" challenge successfully completed by thousands of authors. This tight yet comprehensive book teaches you what you absolutely must know about writing snappy scenes, whether you're a plotter or pantser, short story dynamo...
2022-05-164h 49The Reader\'s Serial Fiction Show.
The Reader's Serial Fiction Show."Stranger in the Mirror" by TMH WriterMemory Loss Romance Terri woke up not knowing who she was and was told she was a superstar and married to a woman. Terri hated who she was before she woke up and set on a journey to dispel all the fame and divorce that pesky wife... However, Terri reconsidered the fame once she got a taste of the music and discovered she loved the money, the fame, the fans, and the man... Links: Read on Kindle Vella: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/story/B09RC2W987 ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com   DISCOUNT CO...
2022-04-0532 minThe Writer\'s Serial Fiction Show
The Writer's Serial Fiction Show"Stranger in the Mirror" by TMH WriterIt's time for a break down! Let's talk craft and see what makes this serial fiction episode work. Links: Read on Kindle Vella: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/story/B09RC2W987 ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com   DISCOUNT CODE!!! SERIAL20 Laterpress: laterpress.com Two Week Free Trial of Book Genie: book-genie.com Support the Show: patreon.com/serialfictionshow Christine's website: christinedaiglebooks.com JP's website: jprindfleischix.com TMH's website: tmwriter.com Christine's co-authored serial fiction: lpstylesbooks.com JP's co-authored serial fi...
2022-04-0519 minBlack Women Are Scary
Black Women Are ScaryFinal Friday: Alicia McCallaFor this month's Final Friday episode we interview our featured author Alicia McCalla. Join us as we talk about Gen X vs. Millennials, the joy in writing horror, and what's up with stalker romance. Music by Community Education
2022-03-241h 02Made in China
Made in ChinaGIRLS POWERChina Moses n’attend pas le mois de mars pour célébrer la voix des femmes dans ses émissions. Mais la Journée Internationale des Droits des Femmes du 8 mars est un excellent prétexte pour le faire deux fois plus que d’habitude ! Ses deux prochaines émissions sont consacrées à fêter les femmes qui nous entourent et nous inspirent, les remercier, les aimer et leur souhaiter un progrès contant dans leur combat pour l’égalité. On écoute les femmes, jeudi à 19h dans Made In China.  Playlist Just A Little, Alicia Walter Too Much, Nanna.B, Raphael Saadiq Black Folk (ft...
2022-03-1053 minMade in China
Made in ChinaGIRLS POWERChina Moses n’attend pas le mois de mars pour célébrer la voix des femmes dans ses émissions. Mais la Journée Internationale des Droits des Femmes du 8 mars est un excellent prétexte pour le faire deux fois plus que d’habitude ! Ses deux prochaines émissions sont consacrées à fêter les femmes qui nous entourent et nous inspirent, les remercier, les aimer et leur souhaiter un progrès contant dans leur combat pour l’égalité. On écoute les femmes, jeudi à 19h dans Made In China.  Playlist Just A Little, Alicia Walter Too Much, Nanna.B, Raphael Saad...
2022-03-1053 minBlack Women Are Scary
Black Women Are ScaryS2E6: Superhero Baby BoyA story of gaming, resistance, and motherhood.  Written by Alicia McCalla Directed by Kennedy Allen Performed by Tiyana Smith Sound design by Gabe Castro And your humble host, Wi-Moto Nyoka Project support by: The Velocity Fund administered by Philadelphia Contemporary with generous funding from The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, and the Philadelphia Independent Media Fund administered by Scribe Video Center with funds provided by the Independence Public Media Foundation and the Wyncote Foundation.
2022-03-0317 minHorrorAddicts.net
HorrorAddicts.netHorrorAddicts.net 192, SLAY Mocha MemoirsHorror Addicts Episode# 192 SEASON 16 Cultural HorrorHorror Hostess: Emerian Rich Intro Music by: Valentine Wolfe ——————— 192 - #SLAY | #valentinewolfe | #vampiresvsbronx | #blackvampires   http://traffic.libsyn.com/horroraddicts/HorrorAddicts192.mp3 Find all articles and interviews at: http://www.horroraddicts.net   190 days till Halloween Music: “I Felt a Funeral” by Valentine Wolfe Ro’s Recs: #RLMerrill #VisionVideo Catchup: 2021, better year? pandemic no fun, taxes, no zombies, still have to go to work Audiodrama: #TheDeadbringer #emmarkoff, music: “Huitzillin” by Sarah Monroy Solis #sariso...
2021-04-231h 07Write Away
Write AwayEpisode 20: Alicia McCalla on Direct Sales and MerchandisingThis week, Crys talks to author Alicia McCalla on building her own online store and using it as an avenue of marketing as well as a way to draw her readers deeper into her worlds. They discuss when you should consider direct sales of your ebooks and audios, when you should consider developing merchandise, and […] This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit writeaway.substack.com/subscribe
2020-12-1435 minWrite Away
Write AwayEpisode 20: Alicia McCalla on Direct Sales and MerchandisingThis week, Crys talks to author Alicia McCalla on building her own online store and using it as an avenue of marketing as well as a way to draw her readers deeper into her worlds. They discuss when you should consider direct sales of your ebooks and audios, when you should consider developing merchandise, and […]
2020-12-1435 minBlack Women Are Scary
Black Women Are ScaryS1E5: The Last Vampire HuntressThis month’s episode features work from the vampire noir anthology, Slay published by Mocha Memoirs Press.  Written by Alicia McCalla Performed by Maribel Martinez Sound Design by Gabe Castro of The Ghouls Next Door Music featured includes Round Drums, Magic Forest and Rite of Passage by Kevin MacLeod. Director and co-producer is the incredible Gineiris Garcia And last but never least, your humble host, Wi-Moto Nyoka Special 20% code for any item in Alicia's Emporium created especially for Black Women Are Scary Listeners. If Listeners spen...
2020-12-1127 minThere\'s Stories Everywhere
There's Stories Everywhere2.19 7 Weeks 2 SLAY: The Last Vampire HuntressWe're still in our Seven Weeks to SLAY: Stories of the Vampire Noire. This week is Alicia McCalla's story: The Last Vampire Huntress.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alledria/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alledria/support
2020-10-1205 minDemond Does
Demond Does6Q w/Alicia McCalla: Dark Fantasy, Superheroic Cosplaying AuthorMy guest this week is Alicia McCalla.  She is an author of dark fantasy, paranormal horror and superheroes.  She's a strong activist in the movement to diversity Science Fiction and Fantasy. Also, she's a cosplayer and a contributing author to SLAY: Stories of the Vampire Noire.We talk about how tragedy informed her writing.  Alicia also explains some of her writing mistakes and the different between art and commercial fiction.  I also get a little nervous when we talk about some of what was once thought as science fiction as now reality.Alicia also...
2020-09-3024 min