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Indie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 5, Episode 10 - Book BloggingOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk with Kriti Khare about book blogging. 2020-07-1343 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 5, Episode 9 - Critique PartnersOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk to Allison Ashley and Denise Williams about critique partners. 2020-07-0643 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 5, Episode 8 - BookBub AdsOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa welcome back author, Erica Lucke Dean to the show to talk about the elusive BookBub ads. 2020-06-2941 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 5, Episode 7 - Writing humor in fictionOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk with author P. Andrew Floyd about writing humor in fiction. 2020-06-2238 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 5, Episode 6 - Narrating AudiobooksOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk with narrator, Amy Deuchler about narrating audiobooks. 2020-06-1544 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 5, Episode 5 - Positivity PassesOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk with author, Katie Golding about positivity passes. 2020-06-081h 00Indie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 5, Episode 4 - Red Flags in PublishingOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk with literary agent, Megan Manzano about red flags in publishing.2020-06-0146 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 5, Episode 3 - Events and Patreon for writers and artistsOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk with author and artist, Jessica Feinberg about events and Patreon. 2020-05-2540 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 5, Episode 2 - Representation of queer and marginalized characters in children's literatureOn this episode, Jen and I talk with Lara Lillibridge about representation of queer and marginalized characters in children's literature. 2020-05-1837 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 5, Episode 1 - Soft Science FictionOn the season 5 premiere episode, Jeni and Melissa talk about soft science fiction. Welcome back!2020-05-1146 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks BONUS EPISODE - Raven's SphereOn this bonus episode, Jeni and Melissa talk about Melissa's newest YA sci-fi release, Raven's Sphere. 2020-02-1239 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 4, Episode 12 - The Indie Author MindsetOn the season four finale of Indie Chicks, Jeni and Melissa talk about the indie author mindset. Thanks to everyone for joining us for season 4. 2020-01-2041 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 4, Episode 11 - Screenwriting Versus Novel WritingOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk with Whitney Davis about the difference between screenwriting and novel writing. 2020-01-1342 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 4, Episode 10 - The Writer-Artist ConnectionOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk with Sarah Neville about the writer-artist connection. 2020-01-0644 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 4, Episode 9 - Writing Strong Heroines in Historical RomanceOn this episode Jeni and Melissa talk with author Amara Royce about writing strong heroines in historical romance. 2019-12-3036 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 4, Episode 8 - Character DevelopmentOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk with author Angela Ackerman about character development. 2019-12-2345 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 4, Episode 7 - Author Self-CareOn this episode of Indie Chicks, Jeni and Melissa talk with author, Elizabeth Rago about self-care for authors. 2019-12-1644 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 4, Episode 6 - Signing With a Literary AgentOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk with author, Jessica Lewis about what happens after signing with a literary agent. 2019-12-0937 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 4, Episode 5 - SettingOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk with author Whitney Hill about setting. 2019-12-0240 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 4, Episode 4 - Expectations for the Agent-Author RelationshipIn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk with literary agent, Kaitlyn Johnson about expectations for the agent-author relationship. 2019-11-2540 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 4, Episode 3 - Author BrandingOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk with author Dianna Gunn about author branding. 2019-11-1841 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 4, Episode 2 - Dusting off an old story ideaOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk with author Justine Manzano about dusting off an old story idea. 2019-11-1145 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 4, Episode 1 - The Editor-Author RelationshipOn the season 4 premiere episode of Indie Chicks, Jeni and Melissa talk about their editor-author relationship.2019-11-0443 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 3, Episode 12 - Research in the writing processOn the season finale of Season 3 of Indie Chicks, Jeni and Melissa talk with Maria Tureaud about research in the writing process. 2019-07-2946 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 3, Episode 11 - Celebrating wins in your writingOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk with Raquel Miotto about celebrating wins in your writing. 2019-07-2243 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 3, Episode 10 - Pitching at ConferencesOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk to literary agent, Kelly Peterson about pitiching at conferences. 2019-07-1543 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 3, Episode 9 - ProloguesOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk about prologues while testing out a fun, new format. 2019-07-0842 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 3, Episode 8 - Writers' RetreatsOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk about attending a writers' retreat. 2019-07-0141 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 3, Episode 7 - Carly HaywardIn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk to developmental editor, Carly Hayward about creating dynamic characters. 2019-06-2442 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 3, Episode 6 - K.J. HarrowickOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk with K.J. Harrowick about creating a writing community. 2019-06-1740 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 3, Episode 5 - Getting Un-StuckIn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk about how to get 'un-stuck' in your writing. 2019-06-1041 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 3, Episode 4 - Geoff NotkinOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa talk about cover design with Geoff Notkin. 2019-06-0341 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 3, Episode 3 - Laura MaeIn this episode, Jeni and Melissa welcome indie author, Laura Mae, to talk about the importance of social media. 2019-05-2740 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 3, Episode 2 - Megan ManzanoOn this episode, Jeni and Melissa welcome Megan Manzano, a literary agent apprentice at Corvisiero Literary Agency to the show. 2019-05-2041 minIndie ChicksIndie Chicks Season 3, Episode 1Season 3 of the Indie Chicks podcast kicks off with a new host! Listen in...2019-05-1342 minIndie ChicksE12, Season 2 - Author Mindset with Marisa CorvisieroIn episode 12, Melissa welcomes Marisa Corvisiero to the show to talk about author mindset.2019-01-2146 minIndie ChicksE11, Season 2 - Book Review of Archaic by Regan UreIn episode 11, Melissa welcomes Lexi Rute to the show to review Archaic by Regan Ure.2019-01-1440 minIndie ChicksE10, Season 2 - Book Marketing with Tricia BarrIn episode 10, Melissa welcomes Tricia Barr to the show to talk about book marketing.2019-01-0742 minIndie ChicksE9, Season 2 - Talking Romcom with Erica Lucke DeanThis week I’m joined by author, Erica Lucke Dean and we're talking about writing romantic comedy. 2018-12-3142 minIndie ChicksEp 8, Season 2 - Keeping A Writing ScheduleIn Episode 8, Melissa welcomes Lauren Metelski to the show to talk about keeping a writing schedule.2018-12-2441 minIndie ChicksEp 7, Season 2 - Editing with Jeni ChappelleIn episode 7, Melissa welcomes Jeni Chappelle to the show to talk about the editing process.2018-12-1744 minIndie ChicksEp6, Season 2, Talking Audiobooks with Michael PogachIn episode 6, Melissa welcomes Michael Pogach to the show to talk about audiobooks.2018-12-1042 minIndie ChicksEp 5, Season 2 - The Spider in the Laurel by Michael PogachOn this episode, Sarah Neville returns to review The Spider in the Laurel audiobook by Michael Pogach.2018-12-0340 minIndie ChicksEp 4, Season 2 – NaNoWriMoMelissa welcomes fellow writer, Laurel Wenson, to the show to talk about National Novel Writing Month.2018-11-2640 minIndie ChicksEp 3, Season 2- Talking New Adult books with literary agent, Kelly PetersonIn episode 3, Melissa welcomes literary agent, Kelly Peterson to the show to talk about the new adult category in books.2018-11-1942 minIndie ChicksEp 2, Season 2- Review of on Tenterhooks by Elizabeth RagoIn episode 2, Melissa welcomes Elizabeth Rago to the show to talk about her novella, on Tenterhooks.2018-11-1242 min
Indie ChicksEp 1, Season 2- Publishing 101 Pathways to PublicationIn the season two opener, Melissa welcomes Sarah Neville, a Publishing 101 student, to the show to dish about the course. The course is available online for the Spring 2019 semester. There is also a publishing Tip of the Week - Editing--Don't be afraid to ask for help.2018-11-0544 min
Indie ChicksEp 12 - Indie Review: Forever My Girl by Heidi McLaughlinThis episode is dedicated to the indie review of Forever My Girl by Heidi McLaughlin and an indie publishing Tip of the Week - Confidence, confidence, confidence. First, Lisa and I chatted about our week. Lisa has been dealing with some smoke issues in the Pacific Northwest due to the fires in California. I started teaching my new publishing course and couldn't be more excited about the students. They are AMAZING! Next, I reviewed Forever My Girl by Heidi McLaughlin. First I talked about Heidi, who I met at a conference last year. She’s a...2018-09-0450 min
Indie ChicksEp 11 - Marketing, Marketing, MarketingFirst, Lisa and I discussed out weeks. Or, rather, Lisa told me about the incredible squirrel adventure she had! She saved an injured baby squirrel that managed to make it to her doorstep! She's such a huge animal lover. She turned the little girl over to some wildlife sanctuary folks who could take better care of her. She's the best! As for me, I sent Lisa an Indie Chicks mug as a surprise! Look at that cute picture of us over there. Am I right? I also spent my week drafting my WIP. I was a machine, I tell y...2018-08-2746 min
Indie ChicksEp 10 - Indie Review: Crystal Deception by Doug J. CooperThis episode is dedicated to the indie review of Crystal Deception by Doug J. Cooper and an indie publishing Tip of the Week - A word about starred reviews. First, Lisa and I chatted about our week. Lisa seemed to be in a good mood because of some great client progress because of our Indie Chicks Checklist! Speaking of the Indie Chicks Checklist, if you're struggling, it really can be a game changer. Just ask him... I was also in a great mood because my brand new Fireflies Trilogy Special Edition Gift Set...2018-08-2048 min
Indie ChicksEp 09: How to Choose the Right Publishing PlatformIn this episode, Lisa and I discuss publishing platforms for the independent author. Also, Melissa has a new Tip of the week about ISBNs. Listen in… EPISODE 9- PUBLISHING PLATFORMS. First, Lisa and I discussed out weeks. I told her it seems like I've been thinking about publishing and writing 24/7. That will change soon with the start of the fall semester at my college. I'm really excited to be teaching a course in publishing pathways this semester! Lisa has been writing and working on Indie Chicks stuff too! I can't wait to read her new cyberpunk series, Mot...2018-08-1348 min
Indie ChicksEp 08: Indie Review - Devilish by Tricia BarrThis episode is dedicated to the indie review of Devilish by Tricia Barr and an indie publishing Tip of the Week - Partnering w/Authors in Genre for Events First, Lisa and I chatted about our week. We are really on a roll with writing! Lisa's working on her Motherboard series (cyberpunk), and I'm working on a young adult romance about an android who falls for a human. Our creative juices are flowing. Must be the heat? Well, maybe for me. I'm writing romance and, last I checked, Lisa was writing something gory. Yikes! Next, I...2018-08-0644 min
Indie ChicksEp 07: How to Design a Cover that Really POPSIn this episode, Lisa and I discuss cover design for the independent author. Also, Lisa has a new Tip of the week on interior layout. Listen in… EPISODE 7- Cover Design First, Lisa and I chatted about our weeks. I have been working hard on improving our Indie Chicks website. Mark, my husband, also a website design professor, approved of my latest work. I guess I get an 'A'! As far as writing, we are both making good headway on our WIPs. Lisa's got some cool cyberpunk stuff she's working on and I'm full-steam into a fu...2018-07-3045 min
Indie ChicksEp 06: Indie Review - The Killi Wanna Affair by Scott A. Combs In this podcast episode, Lisa reviews a sci-fi satire from indie author, Scott A. Combs. This episode is dedicated to the indie review of The Kili Wanna Affair: A Galactic Guild Comedy: George & Sali Adventures, Book 1 by Scott A. Combs and an indie publishing Tip of the Week - If you are writing a series or have more than one book, offer the first chapter of the second book at the end of your first/ other books! First, Lisa and I chatted about our week. Correction! I talked about my week and then spaced out...2018-07-2347 min
Indie ChicksEp 05: Indie Editing - Where Do I Begin?!In this episode, Lisa and Melissa discuss goal-setting for the professional editing process. They also share a new Tip of the week- All reviews of your book are valuable! Listen in… EPISODE 5- Indie Editing: Goal-setting First, and I chatted about our weeks. It was the 4th of July weekend, so we both viewed some great fireworks. I’m also hard at work drafting my WIP which is YA sci-fi romance. Lisa, on the other hand, had an incredible encounter with one of her fans from the Tucson Festival of Books. Next, we dove...2018-07-1642 min
Indie ChicksEp 04: Indie Review - At Death It Begins by Elle JeffersonIn this podcast episode, Melissa reviews a paranormal romance from indie author, Elle Jefferson and Lisa discussed indie publishing Tip of the Week - Value your time. First, Lisa and Melissa chatted about their week. They launched the Indie Chicks website this week, and we're really excited about it! (Don't forget to check out our products page!) We also discussed the show, Riverdale on the CW. We write YA, so we love watching YA shows too! Next, Melissa reviewed At Death It Begins (ADIB) by Elle Jefferson. The genre is paranormal r...2018-07-0944 min
Indie ChicksEp 03: I've Written a Manuscript...Now What?In this podcast episode, Lisa and I talk about the choices every writer faces after writing a manuscript. Listen in... Episode 3 – You’ve Written Your Manuscript, Now What? This episode is dedicated to decision-making, planning, and goal-setting for writers with a completed manuscript as well as an indie publishing Tip of the Week – Don’t rush your launch date! First, Lisa and I chatted about our week. Lisa was in Hawaii of all places! I (Melissa), unfortunately, wasn’t. But, I was hard at work making sure the Indie Chicks website was ready for official launch. Lis...2018-07-0245 min
Indie ChicksEp 02: Indie Review - All the F's I Cannot Give by Michael CarlonIn this podcast episode, Lisa reviews a romantic comedy from an Indie author. Listen in... This episode is dedicated to our first indie review of All the F*cks I Cannot Give by Michael Carlon and an indie publishing Tip of the Week - beta readers. First, Lisa and I chatted about our week. We've both been working hard on the Indie Chicks website and our newest novels. Next, Lisa dove into her review of All the F*cks I Cannot Give by Michael Carlon. As you may have guessed from the title...2018-06-2542 min
Indie ChicksEp 01: Meet the Indie Chicks!In our first podcast episode, Lisa and I are on location at the Moravian Book Shop in Bethlehem, PA. Listen in... This episode is dedicated to introducing ourselves, some background on why we started the Indie Chicks podcast, including how we met, the format for upcoming podcasts, and an indie publishing Tip of the Week. First up, I introduced the Moravian Book Shop, which is the oldest continuously-running bookstore in the world. According to their website and cool sign as seen above, the bookstore was established in 1745. USA Today reported in 2000 that after the longest...2018-06-1822 min
Indie ChicksBONUS Episode: Indie Review - The Farmed by Lisa CaskeyIn this bonus episode, Melissa interviews Lisa about her book, The Farmed. Listen in... Lisa and I are still getting our podcast legs, but we sure are excited about our show! In this episode, we introduce ourselves and summarize what we have in store for you. There will be two seasons of the Indie Chicks podcast each year during the summer and winter. During our shows, we will highlight important independent publishing issues and dilemmas that either our listeners or we have faced, reviews of independent authors including some interviews, and end each show with a Publishing...2018-06-1520 min
Indie ChicksBONUS Episode: Indie Review - Fireflies by Melissa Koberleinn this bonus episode, Lisa interviews Melissa about her book, Fireflies. Listen in... Lisa and I are still getting our podcast legs, but we sure are excited about our show! In this bonus episode, we once again introduce ourselves and summarize what we have in store for you. There will be two seasons of the Indie Chicks podcast each year during the summer and winter. During our shows, we will highlight important independent publishing issues and dilemmas that either our listeners or we have faced, reviews of independent authors including some interviews, and end each s...2018-06-1520 min