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$A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryMy writing and self-publishing love list...My writing and self-publishing love list (for those days, you know). Also an update on Kindle Vella, a local event and Claire Taylor's kickstarter... Get me newsletter directly in your inbox: https://elodienowodazkij.substack.com/ Kickstarter Claire Taylor: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ffsmedia/sustain-your-author-career Leave me a comment/share your own self-publishing/writing love list with me: https://elodienowodazkij.substack.com/p/my-writing-and-self-publishing-love --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elodie-nowodazkij/message 2024-03-1515 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryBookbub Featured Deal Results and my self-publishing ups and downs...Today, I share my BookBub Featured Deal Results as well as my self-publishing ups and downs of the month. Get the posts per email: https://elodienowodazkij.substack.com/p/i-broke-tiktok-and-what-that-means --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elodie-nowodazkij/message 2024-02-2320 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryMy 2024 word is: Appreciate. What this means for my writing and self-publishing...(also DMARC and more)Today, I dive into my word of the year: Appreciate (well, our word of the year - since the Chemical Engineer chose the same one) and what it means for my writing and self-publishing. For the ups and downs of my week as a self-published author, some of my ups are my Kindle Vella bonus, DMARC, and more... For all links and images, make sure you subscribe to my newsletter here: https://elodienowodazkij.substack.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod...2024-01-2615 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryMy 2023 self-publishing ebook sales data: LibrariesThis episode is about my 2023 self-publishing ebook libraries sales data, including geographical data when I have it and an example for one of my books (when it comes to the different royalties structure). For the full data (including my full 2023 royalties analysis - retailers and more): https://elodienowodazkij.substack.com/ Thank you so much for listening. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elodie-nowodazkij/message 2024-01-1910 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryFinding joy in resilience (and yes also, still a bit overwhelmed sometimes): My 2023 recap as a self-published author..Finding joy in resilience (and yes also, still a bit overwhelmed sometimes): My 2023 recap as a self-published author... For the full transcript and links: https://elodienowodazkij.substack.com/p/finding-joy-in-resilience-and-yes --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elodie-nowodazkij/message 2024-01-1220 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryDipping my neuropathic toes into subscriptions as a self-published author and setting up my Ream pageThis episode is about setting my Ream page: different tiers, welcome message and more. In addition, I share my ups and downs of self-publishing in the past two weeks, articles I found interesting, classes I'm taking. Edited transcript (with visuals) is available: https://elodienowodazkij.substack.com/ Also the full A Summer Like No Other is available for free on YouTube (and other eretailers): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbV_1_q-xXI --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elodie-nowodazkij/message 2023-12-1418 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryStarting my Subscription as an Author on Ream: my first steps and why Ream?This is a mini-series about starting my subscription on Ream as an author: why Ream? How I started... get behind-the-scenes before I officially launch the page and don't hesitate to ask me questions. Also mentioned in this podcast episode: Subscription For Authors The Podcast: https://subscriptionsforauthors.com/podcasthome/ Erin Wright Coaching and Classes: https://erinwright.net/authors/ My ream page: https://www.reamstories.com/elodie --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elodie-nowodazkij/message 2023-12-0115 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryNavigating an Author Event: Conversations, Connections, and Cultivating Contacts (Oh, and the Paperback Almost Crisis)Today's episode is about my latest author event at Park Books (in Severna Park - Maryland, click here to help them with an amazing endeavor). I'm sharing with you how a poster helped me gain more than 20 subscribers, the importance of communicating and connecting with both readers and authors, managing expectations and more... As always feel free to leave me a message or to ask me a question, I'll try my very best to answer: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elodie-nowodazkij/message And if you'd like to read Once Upon A Christmas Eve: https...2023-08-2722 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryReal-Time Self-Publishing: The Launch Day Chronicles of a New Pen NameEpisode 77 explores the highs and lows of a new book launch under a pen name, adapted from a Kindle Vella story. This episode features several updates I recorded throughout the launch day, providing a real-time peek into the journey. We also revisit the launch two weeks later, examining key metrics such as rankings and pages read in the Kindle Unlimited environment. I'm also talking about TikTok videos and Facebook ads on launch day... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elodie-nowodazkij/message 2023-07-0620 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryAuthor Newsletter: How I added 84 subscribers in one week via TikTok and Instagram, Welcome Sequence and More...Today is about my author newsletter and how I added 84 subscribers in one week via TikTok and Instagram, Welcome Sequence and More... Also mentioned in this article: MRW June meeting (1pm to 3pm): 7 Figure Fiction Master Class with T. Taylor: 7 Figure Fiction—how to use Universal Fantasy to SELL your books to ANYONE. Why does T. Taylor call Universal Fantasies butter? What are Universal Fantasies anyway? And how can they make your romance novel unputdownable? Join Maryland Romance Writers in conversation with bestselling author T. Taylor on her book, the concept that’s taken authors to the...2023-06-1626 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryA self-publishing update: Vella, a day without earnings, and business decisions...Because sharing the downs of self-publishing is also important: a day without earning. Still: Vella is helping me earn a part-time income and making business decisions and writing progress. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elodie-nowodazkij/message 2023-05-1212 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEpisode 75 - Podcast reset, a quick recap and three newsletters for writersToday, I explain why I won't be posting new episodes regularly, share great new about my latest biopsy (no signs of recurrence, YAY!), an update about the month of December (so many things: Vella, writing immersive videos and more) as well as three newsletters for writers. Oh and I have a new book up for pre-order # Most Eligible Scrooge (how awesome is that title?) Mentioned in the episode: Three newsletters for writers I recommend: - Leslye Penelope - Footnotes: Inspiration & actionable ideas to help you master your craft, overcome your stumbling blocks, and grow as...2023-01-3014 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryLet's talk Kindle Vella: metrics, bonus, and why I enjoy writing serialized fiction, too.Today is another episode about Kindle Vella. Now that I've been on the platform for more than nine months, I thought I'd do a recap. Mentioned in the episode: HB90 with Sarra Cannon: 90 day planning for authors - https://heartbreathings.teachable.com/p/hb90-bootcamp Becca Syme: https://betterfasteracademy.com/ My books: https://elodienowodazkij.com/my-books/ My direct store for personalized signed paperback copies: https://payhip.com/Elodiesbooks/collection/signed-paperback-copies As always: Ask me a question (per email: authorelodienowodazkij AT gmail.com or by leaving me a voicemail: https://anchor.fm/elodie-nowodazkij/message) Follow...2022-12-0625 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryBONUS - Three Black Friday Deals For Writers (2022)There are a lot of sites listing Black Friday deals for writers such as Kindlepreneur Black Friday Deals For Writers 2022. The list below is made up of three Black Friday Deals I’m either going to use or am thinking about using. One Stop For Writers (40% for 6 month plan with BF2022): I’ve been using One Stop Writers for more than a year, I think, and it has helped me so much. I don’t use all the features (yet) but I always turn to it when I’m revising. The emotion thesaurus, emotions amplifier, colors and patt...2022-11-2507 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryDefining "success" as a self-published author ...Today is all about business plans and building blocks and defining success as an author. Mentioned in the episode: Zoe York's Romance Your Brand series: https://romanceyourbrand.com/books/ MRW November meeting: Building Blocks for Success w/ Zoe York Wish I'd Known Then ... For Writers podcast with Sara Rosett and Jami Albright: Tammi Labrecque on What to Email to Newsletter Subscribers Self-Published Authors Defining Success: https://www.tiktok.com/@aselfpubbedauthorsdiary/video/7165127597616074027 As always: Ask me a question (per email: authorelodienowodazkij AT gmail.com or by leaving me a voicemail: https://anchor.fm/elodie-nowodazkij/message) Follow A Self-Published Author's Diary on Inst...2022-11-2329 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryKickstarter for Authors: What To Do When Your Kickstarter Does Not Get Funded ... (and what I would do differently)Today is all about my Kickstarter not getting funded for #TheLeftoverBride audiobook: what I would do differently, what I learned and what I did after it didn't get funded ... Mentioned in the episode: The Creative Penn Podcast: Kickstarter for Authors With Monica Leonelle: https://www.thecreativepenn.com/2022/03/28/kickstarter-for-authors/ Why I used Kickstarter to fund my audiobook production: https://blog.findawayvoices.com/why-i-used-kickstarter-to-fund-my-audiobook-promotion/ #TheLeftoverBride audiobook Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/theleftoverbride/the-leftover-bride-audiobook-production Get your #TheLeftoverBride audiobook copy today on the eretailer of your choice...https://books2read.com/u/m2RQ26 As always: Ask...2022-11-0825 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryTen days after my latest book release (sold copies, reviews and what comes next) and a peek inside this author's day on release day.Today, I'm sharing what happened since #SweetsForLove release day: the number of sold copies, how I already earned some money before release day, number of reviews and what comes next (marketing, ads and more). Plus, you get a peek inside my day on the actual release day. Oh and you can get your own copy here: books2read.com/u/3Gwzpa As always: Ask me a question (per email: authorelodienowodazkij AT gmail.com or by leaving me a voicemail: https://anchor.fm/elodie-nowodazkij/message) Follow A Self-Published Author's Diary on Instagram: www.instagram.com/a...2022-10-1827 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryTrying out a new book review strategy and SO MANY emotions about the release of #SweetsForLoveToday, I share with you my new (to me) strategy to get advance book reviews, using TikTok, Instagram (and relying on my newsletter which I've always done) and contacting readers from Netgalley who have reviewed a previous book in the series and who mentioned they'd be interested in contacting with me. The first #SweetsForLove reviews are raving! :-) Oh and you can get your own copy here: https://books2read.com/u/3Gwzpa In addition, I have created a #SweetsForLove Bingo :-) (bit.ly/SweetsForLoveBingo) and I have a #SweetsForLove Team (Facebook group and discord channel). And I'm also explaining...2022-10-0623 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryAnnouncements: Summer Break and Self-Publishing/Writing Ask Me AnythingAs I said last week I also have so many plans for this podcast. I want to work on the website which would include resources, the ups and downs of self-publishing, the A to Z shorter episodes, and do a few more interviews and tell you more about what works for me and my writing and self-publishing career. And to do this, a lot of things need to happen. And so this year, A Self-Published Author's Diary will take a summer break. The diary and I will be back on your favorite podcasting/streaming platform in September.2022-06-1404 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diarySelf-publishing reflection: planning and goals (Vella, novellas, marketing and more...)I almost titled this episode: "How to achieve your self-publishing goals without feeling overwhelmed." But dear Diary that would have been false advertisement as while I'm trying to adapt my systems and plans to fit my goals, I'm still in the process and it does feel overwhelming from times to times. Do I have coping mechanisms when it does so thatI can nmake sure that it also doesn't take away from my plan?. Yes, I do but still... I'm not yet at the "achieve your goals without feeling overwhelmed" stage. I am trying to get there. First steps: planning and...2022-06-0732 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryREPLAY - How my self-published book A SUMMER LIKE NO OTHER became a success...Today is a replay of Episode 8: The Little Book That Could In this episode, I share how I became a hybrid author with my book A SUMMER LIKE NO OTHER (it involved an email from a French publisher :-)), the story behind the writing of A SUMMER LIKE NO OTHER and more... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elodie-nowodazkij/message 2022-05-3122 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 62 - The ups and downs of self-publishing (including the words every romance author wants to hear...)Within a few days, I had a few self-publishing ups and downs, including: hearing the words every romance wants to hear (during a pretty stressful day), losing a crown on one of my Vella stories, fangirling over Eloisa James and regaining a crown on said Vella story. Today I also talk about my dream of having Fear Me, Fear Me Not adapated for Lifetime or Netflix... And I have my first voicemail!!!! Mentioned in this episode: Los Angeles Times - Meet 8 industry players behind Hollywood’s book adaptation boom: https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/books/story/2021-02...2022-05-2425 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 61 - My BargainBooksy and AudioThicket recap, the "need" to write and more...Today, I share with you my book promo results using BargainBooksy as well as my audiobook promo results using AudioThicket. But first, I start by sharing some good news as well as explaining why sometimes it feels like I "need, need, need" to write. And more advice from writers on TikTok: :Pick one thing at a time and master it. You don't have to be brilliant at everything right out of the box." by @mckennadeanfiction and "Be easy on yourself" by @katryanwrites... Mentioned in this episode: BargainBooksy: https://www.bargainbooksy.com/sell-more-books/ AudioThicket: https://www.audiothicket...2022-05-1724 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 60 - Writing process, the writing craft and advice from TikTok (Thank you so much!)...Today, I give you an update on my social media marketing, how writing for Kindle Vella is helping me not only keep a schedule but also going back to my Margie Lawson's lecture packet on deep editing. I also share writing advice writers would give someone who's just starting. Mentioned in this episode: TikTok video asking writers for advice they would give someone who's just starting. Margie Lawson's lecture packets (Deep Editing, Rhetorical Devices, and More & Visceral Rules: Beyond Hammering Hearts) : https://www.margielawson.com/lecture-packets/ Save the Cat Writes A Novel by Jessica Brody: https://w...2022-05-1016 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 59 - April book sales breakdown and did posting every day on TikTok help my sales? (and the lines that stay with you)In today's episode I am sharing my book sales breakdown for April. I am hoping my books bring comfort to readers (as I am myself a comfort re-reader). I am sharing lines that have stayed with me from Trust Me, Trust Me Not (and how much they mean to me. After all we don't write in a vacuum) and I explain how my "let's post every day on TikTok for #TheLeftoverBride is going... :-) Mentioned in this episode: Mailchimp - Mailerlite Trust Me, Trust Me Not audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/Trust-Me-Trust-Me-Not-Audiobook/B09Y9KR76B...2022-05-0326 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 58 - The one with the Kindle Vella Bonus, writing with Pomodoro and audiobook excerpt...I am back from holidays. A bit jetlagged. Very grateful for the time spent with loved ones in Germany and in France and getting back into a writing routine (and podcasting routine). For the first time, I recorded this episode live on TikTok (before editing it for the podcast). Today, I talk about writing using the Pomodoro method again, my Kindle Vella bonus (more than I expected). Plus, I share an excerpt of the audiobook of Trust Me, Trust Me More and more... Mentioned in this episode: Instant Data Scraper (saw this on Bryan...2022-04-2614 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 57 - My self-publishing March recap: my sales data, Kindle Vella, audiobook and moreToday, I go back and check if I achieved my March self-publishing goals (audiobook, Kindle Vella and more...). I also share with you my March book sales. Mentioned in this episode: ScribeCount: https://www.scribecount.com/ In addition, to help Ukraine, here are a few links: Voices of children: https://voices.org.ua/en/?fbclid=IwAR3Rw0CD3ykmpVwfcuQMBdMvP2NvfuRPrCebNwSJbjajeOIU0pYWica0l5E A few ways to help Ukrainians: https://snyder.substack.com/p/a-few-ways-to-help-ukrainians?utm_source=url&fbclid=IwAR1tRHYwpS0z9XOtaMafpVuequlTEuRKcs74bEEpeCUAXHtPOardfnQe15k List of charities to support Ukraine by subject: https://www.r...2022-04-0520 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 56 - Why I decided to try out Kindle Vella as an indie author and my first days on the platform.Today, I share the four reasons I decided to try Kindle Vella as an author and what my experience has been so far. I also share some resources that I've been finding helpful and some events I'm looking forward to. Mentioned in this episode: Romance eBook Anthology ‘Nightingale’ to Raise Money for Ukraine Relief https://books2read.com/u/m2YN8r Facebook group 20BooksTo50k: https://www.facebook.com/groups/20Booksto50k Facebook group Wide For The Win: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wideforthewin Bryan Cohen Amazon Ads for Authors Challenge April 2022: https://bryancohen.lpages.co/a...2022-03-2919 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 55 - Cover reveal (cover costs and strategy for this book) and learning more about the 7 rules of marketing.Today I share with the costs of my cover as well as the strategy for its reveal. In addition, I start learning how to apply the 7 rules of marketing as an author (will definitely dig deeper into this topic as I research more and try different strategies). I also share an update on my amazon ads. Mentioned in this episode: Qamber Emporium: https://www.qamberemporium.com/ Does the rule of 7 still apply in marketing? from SunsplashMediaGroup https://sunsplashmediagroup.com/blogs/delicious-knowledge-to-feed-your-brain/posts/does-the-rule-of-7-still-apply-in-marketing The 7 Marketing Touches to Conversion from Hubbard Cincinnati: https://hubbardcincinnati.com/post...2022-03-2218 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 54 - How one of my TikTok videos went viral on Instagram and using Amazon ads as an indie author...In today's episode, I explain how one of my TikTok videos went viral on Instagram and using Amazon ads as an indie author. For that video to go viral (it has more than 26000 views) which is very uncommon for me, I followed a few steps. That video also resulted in sales and pages read. My book went from sitting at 700000 to about 70000 and then climbed a bit higher and stayed around 100000 for a few days without any ads. When it comes to the Amazon Ads, my French ads seem to be doing well. I'll keep...2022-03-1523 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 53 - REPLAY - My top 3 self-publishing mistakesToday is a replay episode from a couple months ago. I share my top 3 self-publishing mistakes... I started self-publishing in 2014 and let's just say I could write a book about the mistakes I've made in my career as an indie author. It includes not building my newsletter and so much more. As always: Ask me a question (per email: authorelodienowodazkij AT gmail.com or by leaving me a voicemail: https://anchor.fm/elodie-nowodazkij/message) Follow A Self-Published Author's Diary on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aselfpublishedauthorsdiary Visit my website: www.elodienowodazkij.com ...2022-03-0809 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 52 - February recap and setting up my writing and self-publishing schedule for March...At the beginning of today's episode, I mentioned that I added links to the episode description in case you can donate to help Ukraine. Here are the links: Voices of children: https://voices.org.ua/en/?fbclid=IwAR3Rw0CD3ykmpVwfcuQMBdMvP2NvfuRPrCebNwSJbjajeOIU0pYWica0l5E A few ways to help Ukrainians: https://snyder.substack.com/p/a-few-ways-to-help-ukrainians?utm_source=url&fbclid=IwAR1tRHYwpS0z9XOtaMafpVuequlTEuRKcs74bEEpeCUAXHtPOardfnQe15k List of charities to support Ukraine by subject: https://www.reddit.com/r/ukraine/comments/s6g5un/want_to_support_ukraine_heres_a_list_of_charities/ Ukraine Crisis Media Center...2022-03-0110 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 51 - Back on track with writing, Kindle Vella and the Draft2Digital / Smashwords news...Today, on the podcast, I talk about getting back on track with writing, schedules and even getting a writing session outside. I'm also looking into bringing my pen name stories to Kindle Vella before putting them in Kindle Unlimited and the Draft2Digital acquisition of Smashwords... Mentioned in this episode: Draft2Digital acquires Smashwords Press Release: https://www.draft2digital.com/blog/pr-d2d-smashwords/ Draft2Digital Q&A about the acquisition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZX-TWtf8cy8&t=1s Alessandra Torre & Bryan Cohen's “Free Webinar: The Book Marketing Multiplier: Going Beyond Blurbs to Optimize Yo...2022-02-2224 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 50 - When it feels like a flop... or my reminder to keep writing and be gentle with myself.While Valentine's Day was a nice reminder to cherish and enjoy all the little and big moments and also a reminder to infuse those moments into my romance novels, it's also been a challenging week writing-wise. So, it's a reminder for writers out there to keep swimming (or writing) while making sure to be gentle with yourselves. Mentioned in this episode: My Imaginary Friends: Episode 152: https://lpenelope.com/2022/01/let-it-go-when-you-love-it-my-imaginary-friends-episode-152/ As always: Ask me a question (per email: authorelodienowodazkij AT gmail.com or by leaving me a voicemail: https://anchor.fm/elodie-nowodazkij/message) Follow A Self...2022-02-1522 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 49 - Inspiration, drafting, changing writing spots and writing tools ...Today's episode almost got called, "How to write like Nora Roberts & Beverly Jenkins" but I thought this might be a bit deceiving... The main topics of this episode are: the reorganization of my office, finding new spots to write and using new tools (such as Alphasmart), leaning into my process as well as developing new systems. So... quite a lot of topics covered. :-) Mentioned in this episode: Beverly Jenkins: https://beverlyjenkins.net/ & Nora Roberts: https://noraroberts.com/ Nora Roberts' note on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/notes/271013907581683/ Interview with Nora Roberts in The Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/books/2020...2022-02-0829 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 48 - An indie author January 2022 review: My self-publishing highs & lowsToday is monthly recap day: I share with you the four things I've done this month to increase my royalties (and whether they worked or not), possible news about a Fear Me, Fear Me Not Italian edition, a writing update and more... As always: Ask me a question (per email: authorelodienowodazkij AT gmail.com or by leaving me a voicemail: https://anchor.fm/elodie-nowodazkij/message) Follow me on TikTok: @elodienowodazkij Follow A Self-Published Author's Diary on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aselfpublishedauthorsdiary Visit my website: www.elodienowodazkij.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/el...2022-02-0122 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 47 - Dipping my indie author toe into TikTok (and writing thoughts about the TV show Billions).Today, I'm talking about dipping my indie author toe into the TikTok world of booktok and authortok and writingtok and more (@elodienowodazkij). I am also talking about getting very invested into the TV shows Billions after watching the first five seasons pretty quickly and how I've been analyzing the character arc (as I was listening to the audiobook Take Off Your Pants!: Outline Your Books for Faster, Better Writing by Libbie Hawker). Mentioned in this episode: My TikTok account: https://www.tiktok.com/@elodienowodazkij The Self-Publishing Show: SPS-294: How to Sell More Books Using...2022-01-2523 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 46 - Writing 6000 words in a couple of hours or how I'm leaning into my process...Episode 46 is also known as season 2, episode 1 :-) Today, I'm starting season 2 by talking about writing more than 10000 words a week, by doing sprints for a couple of hours per day (not every day), leaning into my process, writing two stories at the same time and more. Mentioned in this episode: 20Books Vegas 2021 Day 2 – Becca Syme - Productivity Myths: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLrwmj9uUvc&t=22s Elana Johnson's outline/character spreadsheet: http://elanajohnson.com/rapidrelease Writing and Releasing Rapidly (Indie Inspiration for Self-Publishers Book 1) by Elana Johnson: https://amzn.to/3KnIbpS Spr...2022-01-1824 min

My Imaginary Friends with L. PenelopeRight on TimeMentioned: - Author & podcaster Elodie Nowodazkij - https://elodienowodazkij.com/ - "I feel this pressure to be (insert thing here)" - https://www.youtube.com/post/UgkxfesmgR-QiSppOvWUU2WIpH55N_jY-gz4 - Kintsugi and the Art of Repair: life is what makes us - https://medium.com/@andreamantovani/kintsugi-and-the-art-of-repair-life-is-what-makes-us-b4af13a39921 - Wide Wizard - https://widewizard.co/ - The Case Against the Trauma Plot - https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2022/01/03/the-case-against-the-trauma-plot The My Imaginary Friends podcast is a weekly, behind the scenes look at the journey of a...2022-01-1025 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp - 45: An indie author yearly review: The highs and lows of my self-publishing career in 2021.Before diving right into my yearly review as an indie author: if you're struggling or know someone who is struggling (or maybe even just mention it or post it or share this resource with people in your life): https://www.crisistextline.org/ Text HOME to 741741 to reach a volunteer Crisis Counselor. Today, on the podcast, I talk about the highs and lows of my self-publishing career in 2021. Some of my lows included: Dealing with my own career expectations and the reality, What it means to not be using a pen name, Feeling like I'm...2021-12-3120 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 44 - Five things I've learned about self-publishing in 2021 and one thing I learned about writing.Today, I talk about five things I've learned about self-publishing in 2021 (such as the importance of my newsletter and how sending emails more often does help me, Netgalley and more...) and one thing I learned about writing. Mentioned in this episode: Tammy Labrecque: https://newsletterninja.net/ Nick Stephenson (https://www.blog.yourfirst10kreaders.com/) L. Penelope: https://lpenelope.com/podcast/ Katy Upperman: https://www.katyupperman.com Ines Johnson: https://ineswrites.com/ Mona Shroff: http://monadshroff.com/ Megan Carter: https://megancarter.net And as always: Ask me a question (per email: authorelodienowodazkij AT gmail.com or...2021-12-2419 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 43 - Five things I've learned about podcasting as an author in 2021 and five things I want to do next year (podcast-related)Today, I talk about the release of #TheLeftoverBride French edition and breaking the top 100 in Apple Books (my book was hanging out right next to Sally Thorne's The Hating Game! :-)). I share five things I've learned about podcasting as an author in 2021 and five things I want to do next year (podcast-related). I also gush about Cape Cod in December and Isaiah Jones Bed & Breakfast... Mentioned in this episode: Isaiah Jones Bed & Breakfast - https://www.isaiahjones.com/ My Imaginary Friends Podcast (and newsletter by L. Penelope): https://lpenelope.com/podcast/ And as always:2021-12-1720 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 42 - The feeling when you upload your files for publication, brainstorming story ideas and learning, learning, learning...Today, I talk about the excitement that is uploading the files to publish the French version of #TheLeftoverBride, using Draft2Digital, KDP select & Google Play. I also explain why I decided to get my manuscript proofread one more time and I may start brainstorming about the next books in the Swan Cove series. Also mentioned on this episode: the books/free webinars I'm planning on taking (rapid release, dictation & writing your book and more amazon ads courses). And as always: Ask me a question (per email: authorelodienowodazkij AT gmail.com or by leaving me a voicemail...2021-12-1017 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 41 - Gearing up for the publication of #TheLeftoverBride French edition and writing craft building blocks...Today, I talk about gearing up for the publication of #TheLeftoverBride French edition which includes updating backmatter, putting another book permafree, adding the French edition to several readers' websites in France, formatting the text and adapting my ad strategy. I also mention how I've been building my writing craft over the years, similarly to building blocks and how some strategies and ways of writing come more easily to me now than they did before. Links from this episode: Plottr: https://plottr.com/ Novel Factory: https://www.novel-software.com/ Babelio: https://www.babelio.com/ Livraddict...2021-12-0315 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 40 - Keeping track of indie author conferences, updating newsletter landing pages and the writing high ...Today, I talk about keeping track of indie author conferences as I completely missed the Romance Author Mastermind conference. it does require an invitation but I only saw talks about it after it happened (or while it was happening) so making sure I'm adding the link to it to my favorites. I also mention the 20booksto50k conference and Inkers Con. During the week, I also updated my author newsletter landing pages to make them less convoluted and I'm currently experiencing the very fun writing high of starting to write a story I've been thinking about for s...2021-11-1926 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp - 39: Good news, using Netgalley as an indie author (part 1), getting a spike in free ebooks in Germany (not sure why)...Today, I share some good news: I had a PET scan on Wednesday and then we saw my oncologist. And no signs of malignancy. I'll see him again in three months but as I'm now two years out of transplant, no more scheduled scans 🙂 I also talk about using Netgalley as an indie author: what my goals are in terms of reviews and reaching more readers and why I decided to put #TheLeftoverBride on Netgalley. As a self-published author, I use Victory Editing co-op (for one title and one month) and have already received hundreds of...2021-11-1224 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 38 - Another (hard) lesson learned as indie author, getting back into a writing routine and more...Today, on the podcast: another lesson learned in my self-publishing career or how I may have slightly panicked on Wednesday when it comes to the French translation (should be fine now but this was stressful) of my next novel and how I'm learning from my mistakes, getting back into a writing routine, putting #TheLeftoverBride on Netgalley, not doing NaNoWriMo... and more. Also mentioned today: Victory Netgalley Co-op: ($45 for a monthly slot): https://victoryediting.com/services/netgalley-co-op/ Bookbub: www.bookbub.com Visit my website: www.elodienowodazkij.com Follow me on Instagram: @aselfpublishedauthorsdiary --- Sen...2021-11-0528 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryREPLAY - Interview with audiobook narrator Megan CarterThis is a REPLAY episode. This episode was published earlier this year. Have you ever wondered about getting your books published as audiobooks? Or are you thinking about working as an audiobook narrator? This short interview (which wasn't conducted live. I had sent questions to Megan so she could record the answers whenever possible) goes into her process as audiobook narrator and a bit of behind-the-scenes of the FEAR ME, FEAR ME NOT audiobook (which is available on Audible, Amazon and iTunes). She also gives her top 3 tips for audiobook narrators. This episode...2021-10-2908 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 37 - Not writing for a few days and a SEE ME, SEE ME NOT audiobook preview...Today, on the podcast: not writing for a few days, not having any urgent deadlines and a SEE ME, SEE ME NOT audiobook preview. Next week will be a replay... SEE ME, SEE ME NOT is narrated by Megan Carter. Get the full audiobook now on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3B5hZuz ; Audible: http://www.audible.com/pd/?asin=B08TLR55FC ; iTunes: https://books.apple.com/us/audiobook/see-me-see-me-not-gavert-city-book-2-unabridged/id1550135369 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elodie-nowodazkij/message 2021-10-2217 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 36 - Learning from other indie authors because success isn't a pie, right?Today, I share with you what I've done each day to increase my royalties: one step at a time. Between updating #TheLeftoverBride epilogue, starting to format another bilingual book, putting one of my books as perma-free and running a free promo on another book who is currently in KDP select, I am making progress. Another topic I'm talking about today is dealing with feeling inadequate or not "as successful" as an indie author because those are feelings many of us have at one time or another. And a reminder that success isn't a pie and that learning f...2021-10-1526 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryWhat has worked with my latest book release as an indie author and what I've learned... And I turned two!Today, I am doing a "lessons learned" recap for my latest book release as indie author. #TheLeftoverBride has been out for a bit less than a month and while, of course, a lot of readers will read it and smile in the coming weeks, months, years, decades... there are a few things that I will do differently with my next release and things that, I think, have worked very well for me. So, I'm detailing the top 3 mistakes I've made for that release (which turned into the top 5 or so) and then the top 3 things (which turned...2021-10-0831 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 34- The art of translation or why I don't translate my own books... Setting up my writing goals and daily calendar.Today, I am talking about my new process for getting #TheLeftoverBride to the French-speaking market, explaining why I don't translate my own books. After all, literary translation (and all types of translation) are an art. I dig a bit deeper into why I am "wide" on the French-speaking market. More than 15% of pre-orders are currently on Apple & Kobo. And I'm about to set up my pre-order on Google Play. I'm also setting up my calendar and my upcoming projects and trying to find one thing to do each day to help my royalties. :-) Also...2021-10-0132 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 33 - Why the Chemical Engineer was right and the hardest part about writing & self-publishing #TheLefoverBrideToday, I share why the Chemical Engineer was right and how I didn't listen to him but listened to L. Penelope. :-) It's related to the formatting of the #TheLeftoverBride title and how to make it more "searchable". I also answer questions from Sam (on Instagram) who asked: what was the hardest part about writing #TheLeftoverBride? I added the hardest part about self-publishing it... I go more into details about: The revision process (cutting and reworking the beginning) Deepening and adjusting the character arc for Ryan Writing steamy scenes, ensuring lots of emotions. Managing...2021-09-2430 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diary#TheLeftoverBride is out in the world! A recap a few days after publication...Today, I talk about publication day... #TheLeftoverBride is out in the world. Between celebrating, managing expectations (and sometimes not managing said expectations), a rush of anxiety and knowing readers will be smiling, release day is a roller coaster of emotions. Also mentioned in this episode: this reel from Courtney Summers: "Everything I've done doesn't feel like it happened. Courtney Summers doesn't exist." The next book: https://www.instagram.com/p/CT2cOkfMOsi/ And White Smoke by Tiffany D. Jackson: https://www.epicreads.com/books/9780063029095/white-smoke/ Visit my website: www.elodienowodazkij.com Subscribe to my...2021-09-1721 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 31 - The jitters before publication and thinking about the next stories...Today, I go back and forth between being "done-done" and "just one more tiny change". Those are pretty much the jitters before publication as #TheLeftoverBride releases next week... https://books2read.com/TheLeftoverBridePodcast I also discuss my next projects, talking about time management, planning and more. And I added the bonus episode at the end of the episode: the article I've written for the Ulman Foundation entitled: "Because Sometimes You Just Need To Ask About a Dog..." I've decided to read this article out loud in case it can help someone. You can f...2021-09-1030 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryBecause Sometimes You Just Need to Ask About a Dog…(Bonus episode)Today, in this bonus episode, I share with you the article I've written for the Ulman Foundation entitled: "Because Sometimes You Just Need To Ask About a Dog..." I've decided to read this article out loud in case it can help someone. You can find more information about the Ulman Foundation here: https://ulmanfoundation.org/ Also mentioned in this episode: September is also Blood Cancer Awareness Month and if you'd like to find more information about blood cancers or find support: the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society has both (https://www.lls.org/) Here's the beginning of...2021-09-0709 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 30 - Writing on the couch... Revising and editing in the chair. And finishing my book!Today, I am very very happy about finishing my book. At the time of recording, I was finalizing it before sending it to my copy editor (cue, happy dance and a very giddy Elodie). I also talk about what I've learned in this process: I tend to write better on the couch and to revise and edit better sitting at the chair in my office. Also mentioned in this episode: Because Sometimes You Need To Talk About A Dog (the article I wrote for the Ulman Foundation): https://ulmanfoundation.org/elodies-story/ Sign up for my readers' n...2021-09-0322 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 29 - Who's talking? Or why I need to change one scene's point-of-view. And how I fall in love with my revised chapters...Today, I talk about needing to change one scene's point-of-view and the process behind that decision (mainly related to which character needs to have a certain realization). I also discuss falling in love with my revised chapters, when I no longer focus on each page, paragraph, sentence, word and re-read the whole chapter on a different device than my computer... Plus, I share some tidbits about my 40th birthday and our 10-year anniversary getaway. The Chemical Engineer surprised me with a trip to Inn Boonsboro (the inn owned by Nora Roberts) and we had a wonderful time...2021-08-2719 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 28 - The One With The First Three Chapters of the A SUMMER LIKE NO OTHER audiobook...Today is a bit different. As I'm celebrating my 40th birthday as well as my husband and I's 10-year wedding anniversary this week, I am not recording a full episode but instead, I am sharing the first three chapters of the A SUMMER LIKE NO OTHER audiobook with you all (narrated by Megan Carter). If you'd like to listen to more chapters: don't hesitate to subscribe to my YouTube Channel (https://youtu.be/b_Fe5HYjmGQ) or you can also head over to my website for all the A SUMMER LIKE NO OTHER audiobook buy links. https...2021-08-2031 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 27 - Finding my words, writing as a form of catharsis and letting the ending of #TheLeftoverBride simmer...Today, I'm talking about: being vulnerable and honest about some of my experience with cancer in an article I've written for the Ulman Foundation, reflecting on finding my words again and using writing as a form of catharsis (not only in this article but in my novels as well). I'm also sharing an update on my #TheLeftoverBride revision which includes letting the ending of #TheLeftoverBride simmer a little and more google searches. :-) Get #TheLeftoverBride for only $0.99: https://books2read.com/TheLeftoverBridePodcast Learn more about the Ulman Foundation: https://ulmanfoundation.org/ Visit my website: www.elodienowodazkij.com Subscribe to...2021-08-1327 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 26 - Spending hours on one paragraph, pondering the length of chapters and more google searches...Today, a patchwork of my revision process which includes: : spending hours on one paragraph, thinking about the length of my chapters, making my characters even more endearing, wanting to pull at readers' heartstrings and more google searches. You'll also hear an update on my most recent check-up (blood tests and physical exams and they are all good), the shows we're currently watching and more. Get #TheLeftoverBride for only $0.99: https://books2read.com/TheLeftoverBridePodcast Subscribe to my readers' newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/elodienowodazkij/website Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aselfpublishedauthorsdiary/ Visit my website: www.elodienowodazkij.com --- Send in...2021-08-0622 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 25 - Vermont, food, and why I decided to slightly postpone the release of #TheLeftoverBrideToday, a short recap about our much-needed vacation: we went to Vermont (beautiful!) and ate delicious food including gluten free pancakes that has become our favorite pancake (Will Flour Pancake Mix is available here: https://www.willflour.com/) and I also discuss the reasons why I have decided to slightly postpone the release of #TheLeftoverBride (or should I say extend the pre-order period). And get an update on my revision. :-) Get #TheLeftoverBride for only $0.99: https://books2read.com/TheLeftoverBride Subscribe to my readers' newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/elodienowodazkij/website Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aselfpublishedauthorsdiary/ Visit my web...2021-07-3020 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 24 - Come revise with me and have you ever wondered what writers google?Today, I am sharing a patchwork episode as I recorded every single day, documenting my progress in my revision of #TheLeftoverBride. Come revise with me and also discover what topics I googled on each different day (for this story). :-) Get #TheLeftoverBride for only $0.99: https://books2read.com/TheLeftoverBride Subscribe to my readers' newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/elodienowodazkij/website Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aselfpublishedauthorsdiary/ Visit my website: www.elodienowodazkij.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elodie-nowodazkij/message 2021-07-1625 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 23 - Revising is a roller coaster of emotions. And do writers get decision fatigue?Today, I discuss revising #TheLeftoverBride. After feedback from my critique partners, I cut the first five chapters from about 16000 words to a bit over 8000. And it is a roller coaster of emotions full of doubts but also moments of success...Plus do writers get decision fatigue? Subscribe to my readers' newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/elodienowodazkij/website Pre-order #TheLeftoverBride for only $0.99: https://books2read.com/TheLeftoverBride Follow the "A Self-Published Author's Diary" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJih-rMFJv6IwlV4eeWUUIg Follow the "A Self-Published Author's Diary" on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aselfpublishedauthorsdiary/ --- Send in a v...2021-07-0921 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 22 - Going wide with my audiobooks (from ACX to Findaway Voices), some market data and the roller coaster of emotions that is sending your book to your critique partners.Today, I dicuss going wide with my audiobooks: changing their ACX exclusive status to non-exclusive and bringing them to more e-retailers and libraries via Findaway Voices. On ACX you can now do so after 90 days. And Findaway Voices has a template which you can just copy and paste. In addition, I talk about some market data I found in the US and in France about the audiobook market. I also refer and quote from an interview on audiobooks with Nana Malone. She also talks about her writing process and being herself a book cover model (including her own at...2021-07-0224 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryPreparing for a bestseller or how I'm adapting my self-publishing mindset, exploring my strengths for #TheLeftoverBride and no spoilers...I don't know if "adapting" is really the correct term. I've been thinking about preparing the launch of #TheLeftoverBride and preparing for it as if it will be a bestseller so taking all the necessary steps so that if it does, my other books (my backlist) are also ready. Following my conversation with Ines Johnson about her use of social media as author and Erin Bowman's Instagram post about her own use of Instagram, I'm exploring my strenghts and putting the focus on my characters, creating social media profiles for #TheLeftoverBride, detaching myself a little from my...2021-06-2528 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 20 - Did I always know I would write for readers? And my super scientific writing process of "ohh" and "yay" and confidence...Today, I am answering two questions I've received from a reader named Amanda: Did I always know I would write for readers? And where does that confidence come from? I go back into my junior high writing of poems and my high school writing of romance and my later years of fanfiction writing to answer the first question. And when it comes to the second question and the confidence aspect, I try to analyze a bit where that confidence comes from. :-) And how fleeting it is throughout the process. I talk about my very...2021-06-1832 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 19 - Getting your self-published books into the French-speaking market: a case study (mine) and finding a translator. And #TheLeftoverBride almost has a cover...Today, I'm sharing some of what I've learned from my own data and experience when it comes to the French-speaking market for self-published books (in this case, mine): what vendors generate sells and revenue, what price point do I use, recouping investment. Before that, I also add a bit of info shared by the actress portraying Umma in Kim's Convenience in regards her crucial input for the food element to keep the authentacity (follow-up from last week's episode). I mention the following articles: Publishing Perspectives: As France is Fêted at Frankfurt, French Literary A...2021-06-1134 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 18 - Selling my books directly to readers, my expectations and that happy "I got that one paragraph" feeling from revising #TheLeftoverBride.Today, it's all about selling my e-books directly to readers, using my backlist, talking about Kim's Convenience (and storytelling), the happy revision feeling, time management and expectations and that happy "I got that one paragraph" feeling from revising #TheLeftoverBride. Some of the links mentioned in this episode: New Instagram for the podcast: www.instagram.com/aselfpublishedauthorsdiary New YouTube channel for the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJih-rMFJv6IwlV4eeWUUIg Starting to sell some of my ebooks directly to readers by using PayHip and Bookfunnel. Got a lot of information from this article & video fromThe Creative P...2021-06-0430 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 17 - Feature Friday: Talking with Ines Johnson about her success in self-publishing, how writing screenplays has influenced her writing, pen names going "wide" and advertising.Today, I am very happy to welcome Ines Johnson, who is a self-published author who has published 65 books under 2 pen names. A couple of weeks ago, I read on BookBub an article Ines wrote entitled: How I Make Six Figures as a Self-Published Author: https://insights.bookbub.com/how-make-six-figures-self-published-author/ Ines not only shares her insights about the work behind her self-publishing success (goals and planning and advertising and brand and choosing to be wide and more), we also chat about her writing process that is influenced by her experience writing screenplays, why she's not really on social me...2021-05-281h 03 $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 16 - Re-branding my Gavert City series with new covers...and doubts and making progress (+ answering questions from listeners :-))Studying cover trends and romantic suspense covers to see if maybe I should re-brand my Gavert City series. I found an article from Creativindie with top fonts used in different genres and I have played around with designing a new cover for the first book in the series, using Depositphoto and Canva. Today, I'm also sharing a snippet from my upcoming novel #TheLeftoverBride, and the doubts about releasing while managing to make progress and being also so very excited about getting back into the story. So. Many. Feelings. And I'm answering questions from listeners. Today: what was...2021-05-2525 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 15 - Feature Friday: Talking with Megan Carter on how acting may influence her writing, the similarities between acting and publishing, and roller coasters ( + Giveaway)Talking with actor and writer Megan Carter (audiobook narrator of FEAR ME, FEAR ME NOT - SEE ME, SEE ME NOT - A SUMMER LIKE NO OTHER and more) on how acting may influence her writing, the similarities between publishing and acting, critique partners. We also talk about roller coasters and Medea... Do you want to win one of my books narrated by Megan? Enter the giveaway here (open internationally): http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/35c42cc26/? Would you like to ask me a question about self-publishing or my writing or my books? Leave...2021-05-2149 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 14 - Feature Friday: Talking with Katy Upperman about being vulnerable in our writing, her love for the revision process and her dream projects (+ Giveaway)Talking with YA author Katy Upperman (author of KISSING MAX HOLDEN, THE IMPOSSIBILITY OF US and HOW THE LIGHT GETS IN) about incorporating feedback in her revisions (and how much she loves the revision process), being vulnerable in our writing, her dream projects...We also talk about her life list and true crime (not related). Do you want to win one of Katy's books? Including a signed book if you live in the US. Enter the giveaway here (open internationally): http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/35c42cc24/? In this episode I also give a...2021-05-1444 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 13 - Feature Friday: Talking with Mona Shroff about writing romance, a baking contest and receiving "the" calls.Talking with contemporary romance author Mona Shroff (author of THEN, NOW, ALWAYS & THEN THERE WAS YOU) about the time she met Martha Stewart (and almost met Matthew McConaughey), her writing process, receiving the calls from her agent and book deal and how falling in love isn't the solution for all our characters' issues. Do you want to win one of Mona's books? Enter the giveaway here: http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/35c42cc23/? I also mention the Books for Hope auction: https://www.booksforhope.org/ The KidLit Community is coming together to raise money...2021-05-0745 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 12 - Before the cover reveal (how to engage readers...maybe) and random thoughts about social media.In addition to explaining my current process about engaging readers even before the cover reveal, I talk about my very complicated feelings about social media and the fact that I am still learning how to use it as an author. I even made my first Instagram reel &enowodazkij) and joined tiktok (@elodienowodazkij). I'm also celebrating Jessica Patrick's new book THIS IS FOR TONIGHT and talking about how much I am enjoying PRETTY LITTLE WIFE by Darby Kane. I share a short excerpt of #TheLeftoverBride and a happy author moment of the week (reader's email). Don't...2021-05-0415 min

My Imaginary Friends with L. PenelopeShow Don't Tell, Until You Need to TellSponsor: An Earl, the Girl, and a Toddler by Vanessa Riley - Shadow & Bone on Netflix - Shadow & Bone by Leigh Bardugo - https://amzn.to/3vEmutN - Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo - https://amzn.to/3uaWIN7 - My interview on Elodie Nowodazkij's podcast - Imaginarium Book Festival - May 8 & 9, 2021 - https://www.imaginariumbookfestival.com/ - My events: https://lpenelope.com/calendar - Colleen Hoover in process and failing (and not giving up) https://www.instagram.com/p/CL-6pcxJwDw/?igshid=5wbvwx2wdbuz 2021-05-0328 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 11 - Feature Friday: Talking with L. Penelope about writing, publishing, patience and perseverance...(and cheesecake)I'm so happy to have L. Penelope on the podcast today. Leslye Penelope has been writing since she could hold a pen and loves getting lost in the worlds in her head. She is an award-winning author of fantasy and paranormal romance. Her book Song of Blood & Stone was selected as one of TIME’s Top 100 Fantasy Books of All Time. Visit her website: https://lpenelope.com/ Do you want to win one of L. Penelope's books? Just hop on to my giveaway: http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/35c42cc22/? Today, we're talk...2021-04-3046 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 10 - My top 3 self-publishing mistakes (and keywords...)Today I share my top 3 self-publishing mistakes...It includes not building my newsletter and so much more. My upcoming romcom is only $0.99. You can pre-order it: Amazon, iTunes, Kobo. You can also add it on Goodreads. Bookbub article by Ines Johnson: How I Make Six Figures as a Self-Published Author by Ines Johnson. Also mentioned in this episode: Publisher Rocket, newsletter for my readers, get my top 5 self-publishing mistakes by signing up for my weekly self-publishing emails. All the links are available here: https://elodienowodazkij.com/2021/04/27/now-available-on-the-a-self-published-authors-diary-podcast-my-top-3-self-publishing-mistakes/ I'm on...2021-04-2721 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 9 - The One With The Flashback Friday (and Q&A)You can ask me questions about self-publishing, writing and/or my books by sending me an email authorelodienowodazkij@gmail.com or you can also send me a message via the anchor.fm website. I'll be answering those questions on the podcast! I'm also announcing Spotlight Friday with amazing writers! The books I mentioned are: IN A BOOK CLUB FAR AWAY by Tif Marcelo. WILD WOMEN AND THE BLUES by Denny S. Bryce. All links (including to sign up to my newsletters) as well as partial transcript are available on my blog: h...2021-04-2317 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 8 - The Little Book That Could...and keeping track of sales.In this episode, I share how I became a hybrid author with my book A SUMMER LIKE NO OTHER (it involved an email from a French publisher :-)), the story behind the writing of A SUMMER LIKE NO OTHER and how I track my book sales (TrackerBox & BookReport). I also share the wishlist of The Ulman Foundation. At Ulman House they provide free housing for young adult cancer patients, and their caregivers. For all show notes, make sure to check my blog post: https://elodienowodazkij.com/2021/04/20/a-self-published-authors-diary-the-little-book-that-could-and-keeping-track-of-sales/ And to follow me on social...2021-04-2023 min

My Imaginary Friends with L. PenelopeRomance Forward- My current paranormal romance series: Angelborn - https://books2read.com/angelborn & Angelfall - https://books2read.com/angelfall-eternalflame - Dianne DuVall's Immortal Guardians series - https://amzn.to/3v5tHmS - Ann Aguirre's Ars Numina series - https://amzn.to/3ec95nc - New podcast: A Self-Published Author's Diary with Elodie Nowodazkij - https://elodienowodazkij.com, http://aselfpublishedauthorsdiary.com - Dear Romance Writer podcast!! https://www.dearromancewriter.com/ The My Imaginary Friends podcast is a weekly, behind the scenes look at the journey of a w...2021-04-1923 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 7 - Five Questions to The Chemical Engineer...and a new book!In today's episode I not only interview The Chemical Engineer (listen to what he has learned so far from my podcast and so much more), I also share about Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Awareness Week and talk about the Ulman Foundation and their conversation with Tamika Felder. They talked bout her experience with cervical cancer and what led her to inspire others to share their stories as well. They also talked about racial disparities in healthcare and other factors that impact AYA cancer care and will continue to share part of that discussion on their Instagram throughout the...2021-04-1617 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 6 - The One With The Behind-The-Scenes of Launching a Podcast...In this episode, I'm going behind-the-scenes: explaining the soft and official launch of this episode, the different steps in launching this podcast, my goals, the questions I have been wrestling with and more. All the links mentioned in this podcast are available here: https://elodienowodazkij.com/2021/04/13/the-one-with-the-behind-the-scenes-of-launching-a-podcast/ As always, don't always to follow me on social media: Instagram - Twitter - Bookbub - Goodreads - Facebook Subscribe to my readers' newsletter or My weekly A Self-Published Author's Diary emails Become a monthly supporter for A Self-Published Author's Diary. ...2021-04-1320 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 5 - Self-publishing platforms and...cicadas?A little glimpse into the self-publishing platforms that I use and how much royalties I receive for books priced at $2.99 and $0.99. Plus I mention: the cicadas phenomenom that happens in Maryland every 17 years...the books I just read and am currently reading and more. For the show notes, check out my blog: https://elodienowodazkij.com/2021/04/09/a-self-published-authors-diary-lets-take-a-look-at-the-publishing-platforms-i-use-for-ebooks-and-what-it-means-for-royalties/ As always, don't hesitate to subscribe and follow and rate this little podcast of mine. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elodie-nowodazkij/message 2021-04-1016 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 4 - A little March recap: keeping track in an ocean of to-do lists...Talking about the series I just finished watching and how they might inform my writing, the Naughty Books Documentary, the marketing classes I've just taken or are taking, the writing lecture I'm reading, the need for more diversity in publishing and the books I've published in March... Most links mentioned in this episode are available in this blog: http://elodienowodazkij.com/2021/04/03/a-self-published-authors-diary-a-little-march-recap/ Other links mentioned: My Imaginary Friends Podcast by L. Penelope --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elodie-nowodazkij/message 2021-04-0524 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 3 - The One With An Interview With Audiobook Narrator Megan Carter…Have you ever wondered about getting your books published as audiobooks? Or are you thinking about working as an audiobook narrator? This short interview (which wasn't conducted live. I had sent questions to Megan so she could record the answers whenever possible) goes into her process as audiobook narrator and a bit of behind-the-scenes of the FEAR ME, FEAR ME NOT audiobook (which is available on Audible, Amazon and iTunes). She also gives her top 3 tips for audiobook narrators. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://elodienowodazkij.com/2021/01/27/the-one-with-an-interview-with-audiobook-narrator-megan-carter/ If...2021-04-0308 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 2 - Let’s start, shall we?In this episode (episode 2) I go into why I have decided to start this podcast. I mention L. Penelope's podcast "My imaginary Friends" (and books). Her podcast definitely inspired me to start mine. My husband is also mentioned in this episode as he encouraged me to take the first step and record those first few episodes. Bobbie Voltaire the Cat makes his first podcast appearance. An update on what I'm currently working on and strategies I'm looking into. I mention Susan Dennard's Story-A-Month challenge. If you would like to receive my Self-published Author's Diary emails...2021-04-0216 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryEp. 1 - Do you want to learn more about my adventures in self-publishing?Welcome to the preview of the "A self-published author's diary" podcast. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://elodienowodazkij.com/2021/03/05/do-you-want-to-learn-more-about-my-adventures-in-self-publishing/ Follow me on social media (@enowodazkij) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elodie-nowodazkij/message 2021-04-0105 min $A self-published author\'s diary$ A self-published author's diaryA self-published author's diary (Trailer)--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elodie-nowodazkij/message 2021-03-3100 min

My Imaginary Friends with L. PenelopeSelling DirectThis week's best thing: I didn't work this weekend! Deadlines 1/2 done! Under a Winter Sky anthology on pre-order - https://lpen.co/uaws PayHip.com - for direct ebook sales The Creative Penn podcast: How To Get Your Book Into Libraries And Bookstores With Mark Leslie Lefebvre (Recommends setting your ebook at 2x or 3x the normal price for libraries.) Bookfunnel.com - for ebook delivery Author Elodie Nowodazkij Galaxy's Edge magazine - http://www.galaxysedge.com/ Heart Bones by Colleen Hoover - https://amzn.t...2020-09-2123 min