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Bound By BooksWhat's It Really Like Being An AuthorSherri Hayes and Marianne Morea share some of the expectations new authors have and compare that to what it's really like being a writer.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the contents of...
2023-05-0137 min
Bound By BooksTraditional, Small Press, Or Indie - Which Should You Choose?There are so many publishing options these days. How do you know which one is right for you? Tina Moss and Sherri Hayes break down the pros and cons of traditional publishing, publishing through a small press, and self publishing. To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a...
2023-04-1743 min
Bound By BooksCelebrating Our 100th EpisodeAll four of our hosts, Tina Moss, Sherri Hayes, Marianne Morea, and Danielle Bannister, come together to celebrate the 100th episode. Find out some of our favorite episodes and what we've learned along the way.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All liability with respect to actions taken or...
2023-04-0340 min
Bound By BooksWriting Strong Heroines That Readers Will LikeSherri Hayes and Marianne Morea discuss some of the pitfalls to writing a strong heroineand how to avoid them.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the contents of this podcast are hereby expressly disclaimed.***
2023-03-2042 min
Bound By BooksHow To Write A Strong Opening To Your StoryDo you ever have trouble starting a story? Danielle Bannister and Sherri Hayes discuss some common ways to start a story and hook reads so they want to read more.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All liability with respect to actions taken or no...
2023-03-0636 min
Bound By BooksThe Dreaded DNF. Reasons Why Readers May Abandon Your BookTina Moss and Sherri Hayes share some of the common reasons why readers will abandon your book and what you.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the contents of this podcast are he...
2023-02-1341 min
Bound By BooksWhere Our Story Ideas Come FromSherri Hayes and Marianna Morea discuss where their ideas come from and how they translate those ideas into publishable stories.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the contents of this podcast are he...
2023-01-3047 min
Bound By BooksDo You Need An Assistant?Having trouble trying to balance writing and marketing your books? It may be time to hire an assistant. On this episode of Bound by Books, Sherri Hayes is talking with the owner of Poised Pen Productions, Teresa Russ. Find out what Personal Assistants and Virtual Assistants can do to help your buisness.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their re...
2023-01-2336 min
Bound By BooksHow To Navigate Author DramaTina Moss and Marianne Morea are talking about drama in the author world on this episode of Bound by Books. As an author, do you jump into the frey, or keep silent? And what do you do if you post something on social media and cause drama of your own? Tina and Marriane share their experiences and what has worked for them.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts...
2023-01-1639 min
Bound By BooksHow To Plan Your 2023 Writing YearIt's a new year, so it's time to talk writing goals. Danielle Bannister and Sherri Hayes are sharing tips on how they're planning out their 2023 writing year. Learn how to make to make your goals a reality.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All li...
2023-01-0934 min
Bound By BooksLooking Back At 2022 and Forward to 2023All four hosts are coming together to talk about what we've learned in 2022 and our plans for 2023. Listen as we discuss what went well and what didn't in the last year and what we plan to do differently in the new year.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books po...
2023-01-0250 min
Bound By BooksThe Best Of 2022It's hard to believe another year has gone by and in this episode we're sharing our favorite clips from 2022.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the contents of this podcast are hereby ex...
2022-12-2631 min
Bound By BooksIndustry Changes And Prepping For The End Of 2022In this episode of Bound by Books, Marianne Morea and Sherri Hayes discuss two topics currently rocking the book world: the disappearance of the USA Today Bestseller List and AI's newest influence on book publishing.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All liability with re...
2022-12-1953 min
Bound By BooksThe Pros And Cons Of Being A WriterWhat's the hardest part of being a writer? What are the benifits? Tina Moss and Danielle Bannister discuss the pros and cons of being an author in this episode of Bound By Books.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All liability with respect to ac...
2022-12-1245 min
Bound By BooksDo I Really Need To Do Research?Research is key to make your writing realistic. There are many different types of research from historical, to situational, to psycological. Sherri Hayes and Marianne Morea discuss the different types of research they've utilized in their writing and what they've learned along the way.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by...
2022-12-0547 min
Bound By BooksCollaborating With A PlaywrightHave you ever thought of collaborating with a playwright? In Danielle Bannister's new release, Waiting In The Wings, she worked with a local playwright, Randy Hunt, to develop her story and create a play featured in the novel. What's it like working with a playwright? Are their unique challenges trying to mesh a play and a novel? Find out in this week's Bound by Books!Bio and list of plays, poems, etc. for Randy Hunt can be found at https://www.randyhunt.info/.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit...
2022-11-2839 min
Bound By BooksThe Devils In The DetailsHow much detail should you add to your story? Do you need a prologue and an epilouge? Sherri Hayes and Danielle Bannister disucss all this an more in this week's Bound by Books Podcast.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All liability with respect to...
2022-11-2136 min
Bound By BooksThings You Absolutely Shouldn't Do As A WriterThere are a lot of rules to being a writer, but are they really rules you should follow? Tina Moss and Marianne Morea break down 10 writing myths. Which ones should you follow and which ones should you ignore? Find out on this episode of Bound by Books.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or...
2022-11-1549 min
Bound By BooksTackling NaNoWriMoIt's November, which means it's time to NaNoWriMo. Are you participating in National Novel Writing Month? Danielle Bannister and Tina Moss are breaking down how they each approach this month's global challenge and share some tips and tricks they've learned on how to tackle writing 50,000 words in thirty days.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow po...
2022-11-0736 min
Bound By BooksWriting Gothic Horror With Guest Author Danielle DeVorTina Moss is joined by guest host, and gothic horror writer, Danielle DeVor. What does it take to write a horror novel, how much gore is too much, and the importance of research in this episode of the Bound by Books Podcast.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or th...
2022-10-3135 min
Bound By BooksAvoiding Publishing PitfallsMarinane Morea and Sherri Hayes have both beeen publishing for over ten years. On this episode of the Bound by Books Podcast, they're discussing everything from using ly words in your writing, to what you should and shouldn't look for when selecting a marketing class. There are a lot of pitfalls writers can fall into when self publishing. Sherri and Marianne will share some of the dos and don't they've learned over the years.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views...
2022-10-2440 min
Bound By BooksWriting To Market Vs. Writing To MuseTina Moss and Marianne Morea disccus the difference between writing to market verses writing to muse in this week's episode of Bound by Books. Which is right for you and if you decide to write to market, what does that mean for your muse? Find out in this week's episode of the Bound by Books Podcast.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.***Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – no...
2022-10-1748 min
Bound By BooksMental Health Tips For AuthorsHosts Danielle Bannister and Sherri Hayes talk tips on how authors can ease the pull of anxiety and depression with winter right around the corner.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the co...
2022-10-1036 min
Bound By BooksAn Intimate Conversation With Bestselling Author Sherrilyn McQueenSherrilyn (Kenyon) McQueen is going Marianne Morea on this week's episode of Bound by Books. With 40 years publishing books, Sherrilyn is sharing her insight on indie vs. traditional publishing, her creative process, and some of the legal lessons she learned going through a divorce.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by...
2022-10-0350 min
Bound By BooksAudio, Foreign, TV, and Movie Rights For AuthorsEver wanted to have your book published in a foreign language? Dreamed about seeing your story on television or on the big screen? On this episode of Bound by Books, Tina Moss and Sherri Hayes are talking all about book rights outside of the traditional eBook and print. Time stamps are listed below for each topic.Audio: 8:42Foreign: 18:52Media: 25:47Film/TV: 30:50To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this...
2022-09-2645 min
Bound By BooksHow To Use TikTok To Market Your BooksAre you on TikTok? Thinking about it? Are you not sure where to start? Tina Moss and Danielle Bannister share their experience on the platform and how they use it to market their books.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All liability with respect to...
2022-09-1940 min
Bound By BooksBookbrush, Canva, Photoshop, and MoreGraphics are important. Whether it's advertising your book on social media or creating a heart stopping book cover. Marianne Morea and Sherri Hayes are talking about some of the most common tools authors can use to create effective graphics for their book marketing along with some pitfalls to avoid along the way.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their re...
2022-09-1236 min
Bound By BooksWorld Building 101Sci-fi author Tina Moss, and paranormal romance author Marianne Morea, know a thing or two about world building. They've both created multiple series requiring worlds that include creatures and politics not of this world. In this week's episode of Bound by Books, they're sharing how they go about building their fictional worlds and how they keep track of the details that make the story consistent.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of...
2022-09-0538 min
Bound By BooksBookfunnel BasicsAre you using Bookfunnel to market your book? Sherri Hayes and Danielle Bannister take you through the basics. From newsletter swaps to sending out ARCs to newsletter swaps, they're talking all things Bookfunnel on this episode of Bound by Books.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a...
2022-08-2936 min
Bound By BooksMarketing A Romance NovelTina Moss and Sherri Hayes have both been publishing romance novels for over a decade. They are sharing tips and tricks they've used over the years on how to market romance novels. What are some things an author should keep in mind when starting a series? Do you have to be on TikTok?To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of th...
2022-08-2200 min
Bound By BooksYA verses New Adult: Categories, Marketing, and MoreDanielle Bannister and guest host Julie Cassar both have experience writing and publishing Young Adult and New Adult stories. In today's episode of Bound by Books, they discuss the differences and similarities between YA and NA books and how that effects writing and marketing.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by...
2022-08-1534 min
Bound By BooksWhy Tone Matters In Your WritingIn this week's episode of Bound by Books, authors Tina Moss and Danielle Bannister discuss the importance of having a consistent tone when writing a series. They're breaking down the latest movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Thor: Love and Thunder and taking a deep dive into what writers can learn from it.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of th...
2022-08-0843 min
Bound By BooksCrafting A Winning BlurbDo you dread writing blurbs for you story? Blurbs are important when marketing your book. They can be the key to a reader clicking to buy or bypassing your story altogether. In this week's Bound by Books Podcast, Sherri Hayes and Marianne Morea are talking tropes, keywords, and all the things authors need to include in their blurb to make the most impact.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual...
2022-08-0135 min
Bound By BooksMarketing A Series: KU verses WideWriting a series is a great way to grow your readership. Choosing to publish your book on Kindle Unlimited or Wide can have an effect on your marketing strategy. Tina Moss and Sherri Hayes share how their marketing strategies change when publshing their series in KU verses Wide.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast ho...
2022-07-2549 min
Bound By BooksKeeping Track Of Story DetailsWriting series means keeping track of the world you're building. That could be as simple as your characters eye and hair color, or as complex as a character's backstory. Danielle Bannister and Marianne Morea are sharing the different methods they use to keep track of story details when they're writing a series.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their re...
2022-07-1834 min
Bound By BooksMorally Grey Characters Why are morally grey characters appealing to readers? In this week's episode of Bound by Books, Tina Moss and Danielle Bannister discuss writing morally grey characters. What qualifies a character as morally grey? What makes them different from a morally bankrupt character?To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books po...
2022-07-1134 min
Bound By BooksPushing Boundaries In Your WritingEvery genre has certain expectations, but sometimes it's fun to push those boundaries a little. Marianne Morea and Sherri Hayes discuss how and when pushing boundaries in your writing can be a great marketing tool for authors.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All li...
2022-07-0444 min
Bound By BooksSpin Offs And Cross OversTina Moss and Marianne Morea share their experience on expanding their series with spin offs and cross overs.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the contents of this podcast are hereby expressly di...
2022-06-2734 min
Bound By BooksWriting A Serial SeriesHave you ever thought of writing a serial series? Danielle Bannister and Sherri Hayes both have experience writing serial series and they are sharing their insight. What are the do's and don'ts of writing a serial series and is it the right fit for you?To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bo...
2022-06-2052 min
Bound By BooksWhich Type Of Reader Do You NeedFinding the right tools to polish your story before release can come down to selecting the right reader. Do you need a critique partner? An Alpha Reader? Beta Readers? Should you have an ARC Team? Danielle Bannister and Marianne Morea break down the differences between these different types of readers to find out which would be the best fit for your booksTo find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts...
2022-06-1300 min
Bound By BooksDiversifying Your Author Income: Patreon, Kickstarter, and MoreEver thought of creating a Patreon or using Kickstarter to launch a new book series? Sherri Hayes and Tina Moss are discussing diversifying your author income by using alternative revenue streams. Is one of these right for you and your author business?To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books po...
2022-06-0634 min
Bound By BooksMultiverse of Madness and Bad BrandingBranding, no matter if it's in books or movies, lets people know what they can expect from the media they're consuming. What happens when a brand jumps the shark and puts something out there that's completely off brand? Danielle Bannister and Tina Moss discuss the Marvel movie Multiverse of Madness, how it doesn't fit into the brand Marvel has built, and what authors can learn from it.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are...
2022-05-3041 min
Bound By BooksWriting All The Action: Fight Scenes, Sex Scenes, and MoreWriting a good action scene can be complex whether it's of the fighting variety or in the bedroom. Sherri Hayes and Marianne Morea share their experience on how to write a scene that really packs a punch.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All li...
2022-05-2343 min
Bound By BooksBuilding Your Author BrandHow to brand yourself as an author is one of the biggest decisions you'll make. Do you write steamy romances with dangerous heroes or do you sci-fi romances with aliens? Tina Moss and Marianne Morea are talking all things author branding in this week's episode. Learn tips and tricks on how to put your best food forward on your book cover, at author signings, and more.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com. You can also visit our Youtube page to watch this and past episodes...
2022-05-1642 min
Bound By BooksFinding Your FocusSometimes finding time to write and market is difficult, especially if writing isn't your full time job. Danielle Bannister and Sherri Hayes share how they find time to write, market their books, and juggle the ups and downs of life in this week's episode of Bound by Books.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast ho...
2022-05-0937 min
Bound By BooksBook Conventions Vs. Book SigningsWhat's the difference between a book signing and a book convention? Is one better than the other? Find out in this week's episode as Marianne Morea is joined by guest host Stella Price.Want to check out Stella's upcoming convention? Visit her Facebook group: Book Life Con.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow po...
2022-05-0238 min
Bound By BooksDigital Advertising: Facebook, Bookbub, Amazon, and BeyondDigital advertising can be an expensive step in marketing your book. Tina Moss and Sherri Hayes discuss their experiences running ads on Facebook, Bookbub, and Amazon along with some tips and tricks on where to get the biggest bang for your buck on these platforms and others.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or...
2022-04-2548 min
Bound By BooksTikTok - Tips, Tricks, and TrendsWant to get started on TikTok and don't know how? Tina Moss and Danielle Bannister are talking all things TikTok in this week's episode of Bound by Books. Learn how to set up videos, use filters and effects, and why getting 1,000 followers is important.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by...
2022-04-1839 min
Bound By BooksFinding Your Perfect EditorWhat should you look for when hiring an editor? Sherri Hayes and Marianne Morea share their editing experiences and talk about what to look for when trying to find a new editor for your story. To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All liability with re...
2022-04-1100 min
Bound By BooksFinding Your Perfect EditorWhat should you look for when hiring an editor? Sherri Hayes and Marianne Morea share their editing experiences and talk about what to look for when trying to find a new editor for your story. To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All liability with re...
2022-04-1143 min
Bound By BooksIs A Small Press Right For You?Which publishing route should you choose? Today's episode features the owners of City Owl Press, Tina Moss and Yelena Casale, discuss the differences between tradition, indie, and publishing through a small press. Find out what questions should you ask before signing a contract with a publisher.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or th...
2022-04-0449 min
Bound By BooksDo I Need A Newsletter?Is a newsletter important to your author platform? Do you need one? Danielle Bannister and Sherri Hayes discuss newsletters, websites, blogs, and much more in this week's episode of the Bound by Books Podcast.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All liability with respect to...
2022-03-2840 min
Bound By BooksShould I Write Under A Pen Name?Pen names. Should you use one? Ten? Danielle Bannister and Marianne Morea discuss when and why you should use a pen name.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the contents of this po...
2022-03-2138 min
Bound By BooksWriting Diversity In FictionIs there a right way and a wrong way to write diversity into your story? Tina Moss and Sherri Hayes discuss some of the pitfalls authors face when tackling diversity in fiction and how to overcome them.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All li...
2022-03-1450 min
Bound By BooksWriting MythsHave you ever been told you have to do something in order to be a successful author? Sherri Hayes and guest host PJ Fiala discuss 8 writing myths they've encountered over their years of publishing.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. All liability with respect to...
2022-03-0754 min
Bound By BooksIndie Vs. TraditionalAre indie books as good as traditionally published books? Tina Moss and Danielle Bannister discuss the pros and cons of self publishing and traditional publishing. Should you choose the traditional route, go with a small press, or self publish? To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as...
2022-02-2845 min
Bound By BooksWriting Heroes As Hot As Henry CavillHow do you create a dynamic character that catches a reader's attention? Tina Moss and Marianne Morea are breaking down heroes by analyzing the many characters Henry Cavill has brought to life. Dark heroes, superheroes, and everything in-between.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as a whole. Al...
2022-02-2137 min
Bound By BooksCharacter Development in Books Vs. MoviesDo all books make great movies? Why are some book to movie adaptations great and others flop? Sherri Hayes and Marianne Morea talk about books that have been turned into movies and some things authors should consider before optioning their story for film or television.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bo...
2022-02-1441 min
Bound By BooksForeplay, Consent, and Writing SexDaniellle Bannister and Sherri Hayes are talking about the elements that go into writing a great sex scene. How do you write consent and still make it sexy? Find out in this week's Bound by Books!The episode does contain adult language and other content that is NSFW or younger listeners.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of th...
2022-02-0752 min
Bound By BooksCo-writing With Different Writing StylesEver thought about collaborating with another author to write a story? Danielle Bannister and guest host R.J. Keller discuss co-writing when the authors have different writing styles, researching character profiles, and plotting verses writing by the seat of your pants.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, fellow podcast hosts, or the Bound by Books podcast as...
2022-01-3139 min
Bound By BooksWhat Can Writers Learn From Spiderman: No Way HomeA new Marvel movie means another deep dive into the story, the characters, and the writing by Tina Moss and Danielle Bannister. In this episodes, they are discussing the new Spiderman movie and how the stories writers used 'Easter Eggs' for long term fans and the benefits to new watchers as well.Warning: This episodes contains spoilers.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their...
2022-01-2454 min
Bound By BooksKU vs. Wide: Which should you choose?One of the biggest decisions a self published author has to make is whether to enroll in KDP select, or to publish their books wide. In this episode of Bound by Books, Marianne Morea and Sherri Hayes compare publishing exclusively on Amazon, or to expand your distribution to other retailers such as Apple, Nook, Kobo, Google Play and more.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.*Disclaimer: The views expressed at, or through, this podcast are those of the individual hosts acting in their...
2022-01-1737 min
Bound By BooksHostage Deadlines And Writing ResolutionsIt's a new year, which means more books to write! This week Marianne Morea and Danielle Bannister are talking about writing multiple projects at one time, deciding when to publish, and balancing writing and marketing. Learn some of their tips, tricks, and learn from some of their past mistakes.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.
2022-01-1035 min
Bound By BooksPlanning For 2022: Writing, Planners, And MoreTina Moss, Sherri Hayes, Marianne Morea and Danielle Banister come together in a special New Year's edition of the Bound by Books Podcast. We're talking all about our writing goals and planning for the upcoming year.Find out more about the podcast and all our hosts on our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.
2022-01-0342 min
Bound By BooksThe Year In Review: 2021It's been a fun year and we wanted to share some of our favorite moments. We hope you enjoy them as much as we do.To learn more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.
2021-12-2732 min
Bound By BooksIt's Beginning To Look A Lot Like ChristmasChristmas is only a few days away and Sherri Hayes and Tina Moss are chatting about holiday traditions, past and present. Learn how they spend the holidays and what they do to keep writing motivation during the hectic holiday season.To find out more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.
2021-12-2039 min
Bound By Books10 Gifts For BookloversDon't know what to get for the booklover in your life this Christmas? Danielle Bannister and Sherri Hayes share 10 gifts that are sure to please the reader on your list.To learn more about the podcast and all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.
2021-12-1343 min
Bound By BooksBoundaries And Burnout: A Frank Conversation About Finding BalanceAuthors Marianne Morea and Hannah Byron are discussing boundaries and burnout on this week's episode of Bound by Books. They're sharing real-life examples of obstacles they've faced in both their writing and life and how they've worked through them to find balance.To find out more about all our hosts, visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.
2021-12-0642 min
Bound By BooksWriting Lessons From The Marvel Cinematic UniverseTina Moss and Danielle Bannister return for part two of their exploration of the Marvel and what writers can learn from the highly successful MCU.To learn more about the show and all our hosts, visit our website www.boundbybookspodcast.com.
2021-11-2947 min
Bound By BooksVirtual Vs. In-Person ConventionsReader conventions have had to evolve with the times and many are now offering a virtual option. Marianne Morea and Tina Moss discuss the pros and cons of in-person and virtual conferences and what both authors and readers should look for when choosing conferences to attend.Find out more about all our Bound by Books hosts by visiting our websites at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.
2021-11-2252 min
Bound By BooksDo You Nano?Danielle Bannister and Sherri Hayes chat about National Novel Writing Month. Learn what they're currently working on and how they're each approaching the writing challenge.To learn more about all the Bound by Books Podcast hosts visit our website at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.
2021-11-1545 min
Bound By BooksShould Authors Only Write In One Genre?Hannah Byron and Danielle Bannister talk and writing, marketing, and the challenges writing in multiple genres poses for authors. Should a writer stick to writing one type of book or branch out and follow their muse?Learn more about all the hosts of the Bound by Books podcast by visiting our website www.boundbybookspodcast.com.
2021-11-0842 min
Bound By BooksTikTok Is Bringing Authors And Readers TogetherTina Moss and Hannah Byron talk all things TikTok. Find out how they use it to help promote their books and some tips they've learned along the way of how best to connect with readers on the app.
2021-11-0151 min
Bound By Books7 Things I Wish I Knew As A New AuthorMarianne Morea and Sherri Hayes discuss being an author and what they wish they would have known when first starting out. From treating their business like a business to picking the right cover, Sherri and Marianne share some of the best and worst advice they've been given.Learn more about all our hosts at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.
2021-10-2557 min
Bound By BooksIt Was A Graveyard Smash!Marianne Morea and Danielle Bannister discuss witches, ghosts, vampires, fae, werewolves, and all things paranormal and fantasy in this Halloween themed episode.Learn more about all our podcast hosts at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.
2021-10-1845 min
Bound By BooksMaking Writing A PrioritySherri Hayes and Tina Moss discuss writing deadlines and making writing a priority. They talk managing expectations, rapid release, and the pro's and con's of being an indie author.
2021-10-1152 min
Bound By BooksDo Writers Ever Grow Up?Hannah Byron and Marianne Morea talk about finding balance when life throws you curve balls. Learn about how they approach the writing process and bringing their stories to life,Find out more about Marianne, Hannah, and all our Bound by Books hosts at www.boundbybookspodcast.com.
2021-10-0449 min
Bound By BooksDo I Have Time To Write This Story?Danielle Bannister and Sherri Hayes share their different methods of planning their writing and marketing their books. Find out how they manage their time and what tools they use to stay on track.Find out more about the podcast and the hosts by visiting our website www.boundbybookspodcast.com.
2021-09-2747 min
Bound By BooksI Wouldn't Kick Thor Out Of BedTake a deep dive with authors Tina Moss and Danielle Bannister as they talk about the writing, character arcs, world building, and the effect fans have had on the Marvel cinematic universe.
2021-09-2049 min
Bound By BooksI'm Too SexyTina Moss and Marianne Morea talk about writing in multiple genres and how important it is to choose the right cover. They discuss how and why they choose certain covers for their books and why knowing what type of covers appeal to your readers is key.Find out more about all the Bound By Books Podcast authors by visiting our website, www.boundbybookspodcast.com.
2021-09-1146 min
Bound By BooksCan't Fight This FeelingHannah Byron and Sherri Hayes talk about writing romances that involve workplace romances. They share examples of books they've written where the hero and heroines work together and discuss the challenges that falling in love with a boss or colleague creates when writing a believable story.Find out more about all the Bound by Books Podcast hosts by visiting our website www.boundbybookspodcast.com.
2021-09-0653 min
Bound By BooksIt's All In The ChemistryHannah Byron and Danielle Bannister talk Instalove, Friends to Lovers, Internal and External conflicts, and the difference between writing the male and female point of view in romance. Find out how they approach writing love and lust in their stories.Find out more about the Bound by Books Podcast and all the hosts by visiting our website www.boundbybookspodcast.com.
2021-08-3047 min
Bound By BooksHolding Out For A HeroMarianne Morea and Sherri Hayes talk fictional heroes and what they love most about them. Learn about some of their favorite romantic heroes and stories, and find out what turns them off when it comes to leading men.
2021-08-2345 min
Bound By BooksCreating Something Out Of NothingTina Moss and Hannah Byron share their writing process, along with the challenges that authors face getting those words on the page. Listen as they discuss the magic of becoming a writer and how to find your path.
2021-08-1647 min
Bound By BooksReady To Get Addicted To Kindle Vella?Danielle Bannister and Marianne Morea chat about Kindle Vella, what it means for authors and readers, and share the first episode of their stories, Where You Left Me and Leap Of Fae.
2021-08-0929 min
Bound By BooksTell Me If The Dog Gets ItSherri Hayes and Tina Moss discuss all things taboo in romance and what responsiblities authors have when approaching these subject in fiction.
2021-08-0247 min
Bound By BooksWhen Characters KillHannah Byron and Marianne Morea talk about writing violent scenes, how it effects them as writers, and share excerpts from their novels The Parisian Spy and Time Turner.
2021-07-2647 min
Bound By BooksPlease Me, Tease MeDanielle Bannister and Sherri Hayes discuss writing steamier scenes in their stories. Find out how they approach writing those scenes that don't fade to black.
2021-07-1947 min
Bound By BooksCharacters You Shouldn't Like...But Do.Dark Romance. Bully Romance. Villians you can't help but love even though you know you shouldn't. Danielle Bannister and Tina Moss talk about all these problematic fictional men and what draws us to them.
2021-07-1234 min
Bound By BooksContemporary vs. Historical FictionOn this week's episode of Bound by Books, authors Sherri Hayes and Hannah Byron talk about how the setting of the book changes the way they research their stories.
2021-07-0540 min
Bound By BooksFangs, Fur, and FaeJoin authors Marianne Morea and Tina Moss as they talk all things paranormal romance. They are diving into shifters, vampires, witches, and fae on this week's episode of Bound by Books.
2021-06-2833 min
Bound By BooksWould You Write My Book For Me?Multi-genre author Danielle Bannister and historical fiction author Hannah Byron chat about some of the questions they get asked as writers and whether they would ever consider being a ghost writer.
2021-06-2100 minBound By BooksThrowing Your Characters Into The Deep EndJoin Sherri Hayes and Marianne Morea as they take a deep dive into their characters and how they keep them real and relatable when writing genre fiction.
2021-06-1442 min
Bound By BooksSometimes A Book Needs A MakeoverHosts Marianne Morea and Danielle Bannister share when and why authors choose to update their covers, titles, and other behind the scenes decisions that go into branding and marketing a book.
2021-06-0731 min
Bound By BooksResearch, Relaxation, and MeditationAuthors Tina Moss and Hannah Byron are talking about their writing process and how that affects their reading habits. Find out how they research their books, what they do for relaxation when they’re not writing, and how a scene Hannah wrote gave her chills.
2021-05-3132 min
Bound By BooksGoblin Kings and Reverse Harems Tina Moss is a USA Today Bestselling Author of urban fantasy, paranormal romance, and sci-fi romance.Sherri Hayes has been publishing novels for over 10 years and writes sexy contemporary romance.On this week's episode, Sherri and Tina chat about writing, publishing, and how a TikTok ended up sending Tina on a new writing journey.
2021-05-2432 min
Bound By BooksA Rejection Letter To A Published BookMarianne Morea is a native New Yorker, and her stories embody the grit and complexity of the city that never sleeps.Hannah Byron has had a lifelong fascination for history, heroines, and high stakes. Her books are sprinkled with a generous scoop of romance and suspense.Get to know two more of the Bound by Books hosts, Marianne Morea and Hannah Byron as they talk about the authors who influenced their writing and how their first books came to life. Hannah and Marianne share the creative influences in their lives and their love for strong...
2021-05-1741 min
Bound By BooksWelcome To Bound By BooksSherri Hayes is the author of 18 published novels. She write sexy contemporary romance and BDSM erotic romance.Danielle Bannister has published 16 stories to date in a variety of genres ranging from sweet YA to steamy adult romance. Join Sherri and Danielle as they share how they and three other authors have come together to launch the Bound By Books Podcast. Find out what led them to writing their first books, and listen to them chat about their current works in progress.
2021-05-1635 min
Her Story of SuccessIntegrating Your Work and Purpose with Sherri KottmannHer Story of Success… Sherri Kottmann believes that developing a strong sense of self is one of the most important things you can do for your career. She’s the Chief People Officer at Forrester, a research and consulting company that helps organizations grow through customer obsession, where she’s worked for the past ten years. Sherri initially started her career in sales, but upon being promoted to a sales leadership role, she realized her true passion was people. Sherri also served as the Director of HR at EF Educational Tours. In her work as Chief P...
2021-01-1447 min
WIRN Authors Nook ChannelAuthor Nook with Elaine Barris and Sherri HayesHey everyone, Show Link: http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=137087&cmd=tc Call in number for guests, fans and friends: Phone Number: (724) 444-7444 Call ID: 137087# PIN: 1# ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About the Author: I live in North Texas with my husband, three dogs and two cats. This is my first venture into writing, and I hope you enjoy the book as much I enjoyed writing it. http://elainebarris.weebly.com/ About the Author: Sherri spent most of her childhood detesting English class. It was one of her least favorite subjects because she never seemed to fit into the standard mold...
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