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The Two Authors’ PodcastFacebook Ads with Malorie CooperNY Times bestselling sci-fi and non-fiction author Malorie Cooper joins Doug and Nick to talk about what's going on with Facebook Ads these days. With over a decade of marketing savvy working for herself and a host of clients, Mal gives us the skinny on the ever-moving landscape of the unpredictable ad platform.
Links from the Show:
www.thewritingwives.com
www.aeon14.com
https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B008I6L0Q6
https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B071FJHK9K
https://www.facebook.com/soyarma/
https://www.facebook.com/g...2025-05-2745 minThe Two Authors’ PodcastFacebook Ads with Malorie CooperNY Times bestselling sci-fi and non-fiction author Malorie Cooper joins Doug and Nick to talk about what's going on with Facebook Ads these days. With over a decade of marketing savvy working for herself and a host of clients, Mal gives us the skinny on the ever-moving landscape of the unpredictable ad platform.
Links from the Show:
www.thewritingwives.com
www.aeon14.com
https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B008I6L0Q6
https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B071FJHK9K
https://www.facebook.com/soyarma/
https://www.facebook.com/g...2025-05-2745 min
The Indy Author PodcastThe Perks and Pitfalls of Facebook Ads with Malorie Cooper - #278Matty Dalrymple talks with Malorie Cooper about THE PERKS AND PITFALLS OF FACEBOOK ADS, including the significance of high-contrast images and textual elements in ad creatives, the benefits and drawbacks of Facebook's automated targeting suggestions, and the latest updates in Facebook's targeting mechanisms that can affect ad performance. Mal emphasizes the need for authors to diversify their advertising efforts, touching on the importance of also experimenting with platforms like Amazon Ads and BookBub for broader marketing success. Interview video at https://bit.ly/TIAPYTPlaylist Show notes at https://www.theindyauthor.com/podcast.html 2025-03-1147 min
The Rebel Maker | Writing Books, Publishing Books & Turning Books into Profitable BusinessesQ: I'm not selling my books. Should I buy Facebook Ads to sell more books?Send Marti a text message HERE!To listen to the full episode with Jill Cooper, go to episode 3 or click here! This is one of the best moments of episode 3 with Jill Cooper. In this conversation, Marti and Jill cover ways authors can improve their book sales, including how they can sell much more by running Facebook Ads.Tune in to learn Jill and Mal’s strategies for advertising your books effectively, and what may be keeping you from selling as many books as you need to...2024-12-2609 min
The BookFunnel PodcastFacebook Ads for Authors in 2025 with Mal Cooper, The BookFunnel Podcast Episode 6The team sits down with Mal Cooper and gets into the details on successful marketing for self-published authors using Facebook ads. Mal's course on Facebook ads is well-known by the indie author community and she dispenses a lot of great advice with us in this episode. More about Malorie Cooper Facebook Ads & Marketing: https://storytellerlab.net Mal's Books: https://aeon14.com Sign-up for Upcoming BookFunnel Webinars https://calendly.com/jack_bookfunnel Join the Discussion in the BookFunnel Authors Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14N8Xw8JPc/ ...2024-12-121h 29
Magical Mindset with Macarena luz BianchiRadical Self-AcceptanceSend us a textI discuss radical authenticity with Malorie Cooper and shares her journey of self-acceptance amidst societal limitations. This exploration highlights the balance of self-expression against social roles, advocating for shedding external judgement and embracing one's true self with confidence. We also touch on the world of music, drawing inspiration from artists like Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, and Madonna, who exemplify resilience and authenticity in the face of public scrutiny. Their ability to reinvent and express themselves freely is a testament to the power of creativity and personal identity. Our discussion collectively emphasize nurturing self-worth...2024-10-171h 12
Brave New Bookshelf19 - Leveraging AI for Book Covers and Ads with Malorie Cooper of The Writing WivesIn this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we sit down with Malorie Cooper from The Writing Wives to explore how AI is revolutionizing the world of book covers and marketing for authors. Malorie shares her insights on using AI-generated images to create stunning, diverse visuals that are often hard to find in traditional stock photos — especially for marginalized communities. We also dive into the ethics of AI, how it's making advertising more efficient, and why authors should embrace these tools to level up their marketing efforts. Visit our website https://bravenewbookshelf.com to view the full episode notes, links an...2024-10-0344 min
The Six Figure Author Experiment PodcastEpisode 16 - Scaling Your Author Career using Facebook Ads with Mal CooperIntroduction and Guest Overview:* The episode features Malorie Cooper, a well-known figure in the publishing community, who has written over 100 books and is an expert in Facebook ads for authors.* Malorie discusses how Facebook ads significantly boosted her book sales, taking her from selling 300 books a year to 300 books every two or three days.Key Discussion Points:* Facebook Ads for Authors:* Facebook ads were crucial in scaling book sales for Malorie and her business, "The Writing Wives," which helps dozens of authors manage their Facebook ads.* Malorie...2024-08-191h 00
Kobo Writing Life Podcast#345 – Maximizing Your Book Marketing with Mal Cooper In this episode, we are joined by Malorie Cooper, author and co-founder of The Writing Wives, where Malorie and her wife Jill offer author coaching and author marketing services! Mal writes science fiction titles under M.D. Cooper and non-fiction titles under Mal Cooper, with a focus on Facebook advertising and helping indie authors market their books for the better. Check out Malorie and Jill’s marketing book series, Help! I’m An Author for more. We had a great chat with Malorie about everything from her writing career, writ...2024-06-1145 minThe Rebel Maker | Writing Books, Publishing Books & Turning Books into Profitable BusinessesE7. Getting Your Books in Front of The Right Readers with Malorie CooperSend Marti a text message HERE!There’s more to being a successful author than writing a book.Welcome back to The Rebel Maker! In this episode, I’ve got author Malorie Cooper with me. If you thought all you had to do to be a successful author was write a book, think again. Malorie explains just how much goes into the process of getting your books to your readers from creating a newsletter list to choosing the right tropes. Malorie is the author of 127 fiction books and seven nonfiction books and she’s self...2023-10-2439 min
Tea or Books?Tea or Books? #121: Should Books Have A Message? and Two Jane Gardam Novels
Jane Gardam and messages in books – welcome to episode 121!
https://www.stuckinabook.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/tea-or-books-121.mp3
In the first half of the episode, Rachel and I discuss whether or not we think books should have a message. In the second half we pit two Jane Gardam novels against each other: Old Filth and the same story from another angle, The Man in the Wooden Hat.
For those looking for Rachel’s new blog, you can find it and subscribe at Substack.
Do get in touch at teaorbooks[at]gmail.com with any sugges...2023-10-1400 minThe Rebel Maker | Writing Books, Publishing Books & Turning Books into Profitable BusinessesE3. Tired of Cranking Out Books? How to Live Off Your Backlist with Best-Selling Author Jill CooperSend Marti a text message HERE!Welcome back to the Rebel Maker! In this episode, we’re encouraging rebellious thinking and rebellious behavior in authors across the globe. Enough of this nonsense of constantly writing books to make money and stay visible as an author.We’re taking a smarter and more sustainable approach. We’re looking at your backlist and finding new creative ways to promote and sell the books you already have.And to dive deep into that I invited USAT best-selling author of Science Fiction, Jill Cooper. Jill is married to New York T...2023-09-2636 min
You're BookedAmanda Owen - You're BookedThis week we are delighted to present a fascinating conversation with Amanda Owen, better known as The Yorkshire Shepherdess! Amanda is the star of the glorious, incredibly popular television series Our Yorkshire Farm, about her rural life in the Dales and also the author of five books, with the most recent being Celebrating the Seasons, about life with her family at Ravenseat Farm, plus a number of delicious recipes. Amanda told us about her collection of antiquated books on agriculture, the book that set her onto her shepherding path, the reads she has shared with her children, a couple...2022-10-1755 min
Meet Me At The BookstoreThe One Where We Throw It BackS1E10: Our final episode of the season is an ode to our childhood, and the books and characters that have made us who we are today in many ways. Similar to an awards show, we share nominations on a variety of categories across three genres: Fiction, Fantasy, and Dystopian.
Join us as we reminisce about our favorite childhood books and our shared memories around them.
Books Mentioned:
Anne of Avonlea by L. M. Montgomery
Book of Night by Holly Black
Alex Rider series by Anthony Horowitz
Gallagher Girls series by...2022-07-1440 min
Wish I'd Known Then . . . For WritersHow to Connect with other Writers Plus Inkers Con RecapEpisode 125 / Jami and Sara share the tips and ideas they got at Inkers Con then discuss how to connect with writers at in person events as well as how to connect online. Inkers Con digital ticket (affiliate code for discount: JAMI22) Show notes: Merchandising - Kimbra Swain Patreon - Emilia Rose Translations - Tanya Anne Crosby Get backlist selling and email autoresponders - Elana Johnson Audiobooks - Penny Reid Finding blue water so we can stand out - Becca Syme Are y...2022-06-211h 00
Eternally AmyBecoming Your Authentic Self with Malorie Cooper Part 2Welcome back to part 2 of Amy's chat with friend and author, Malorie Cooper! Mal is the author of How Wearing Leggings Changed My Life, and in this episode shares more about her unique fashion choices (latex cat suits and gas masks), and the empowerment felt when deciding to embrace who she truly is. Hosted by Amy Liz Harrison Buy Amy’s Books Shop the Eternally Awkward 80’s Store AmyLizHarrison.com Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify2022-05-1028 minEternally AmyBecoming Your Authentic Self with Malorie Cooper Part 1Amy sits down with friend and author, Malorie Cooper! Mal is the author of How Wearing Leggings Changed My Life, and chats with Amy about her journey to discovering that she was transgender. Having grown up in an Evangelical family but being drawn to her mother's high heels and jewelry at a young age, Malorie struggled with feelings of fear, guilt, and shame throughout her life. Learn more about why she blames Maury Povich for all of this and how she was able to abandon the concept of shame. Hosted by Amy Liz Harrison 2022-05-0350 min
The Psychic Spectrum Radio ShowMal Is Out Of This WorldAmy relates her Fireside quote from Ester Hicks about letting go of the oars to our need for control – she cites her kids learning to drive and how they white-knuckle it until they start to trust themselves as an example. Amy then fangirls over her guest Malorie (M.D.) Cooper; former IT professional turned author, maker, sci-fi universe creator, and boss babe. Amy has Malorie share more about herself before Stacy takes over asking Amy and Mal questions about their process creating and writing. Time runs out before Amy can focus on what’s really important, like where Mal gets her...2022-02-2354 min
The Stream of DavidEp 181 – Gender Identity from Source’s Perspective with Qat and MalorieTHE STREAM OF DAVID PODCAST
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The Stream shares Source perspective on gender identity with SciFi Author and Trans Woman Malorie Cooper and Tya master (and Tya sexpert) Qat Wanders.
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Exolore: facts-based fictional worldbuildingBuilding Aeon 14 with Malorie (M.D.) CooperMalorie Cooper invented Aeon 14, an epic sci-fi universe spanning 7,000 years; 50,000 lightyears; and over 100 books! Malorie and I talked about her sci-fi inspirations, astronomical geography, her favorite storylines, liberated futures, and how it's possible to write 100 books in 10 years. HOSTED by Dr. Moiya McTier (@GoAstroMo), astrophysicist and folklorist GUEST Malorie Cooper is a NYT bestselling author and creator of the Aeon 14 universe. Start your Aeon 14 journey at aeon14.com and check out the book launch workshop Malorie and her wife are offering at thewritingwives.com
SPONSOR - Head to inkedgaming.com/exolore...2021-11-0408 min
Stark Reflections on Writing and PublishingHelp! I'm An Author With Mal CooperMark interviews author Malorie Cooper about her writing and the "Help! I'm An Author" that Mal writes with her wife Jill Cooper. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a personal update and a word from this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by Findaway Voices. You can learn more about how you can get your work distributed to retailers and library systems around the world at starkreflections.ca/Findaway. In their conversation, Mal and Mark talk about: How long it has been since they saw one another at a conference...2021-06-0457 minStark Reflections on Writing and PublishingHelp! I'm An Author With Mal CooperMark interviews author Malorie Cooper about her writing and the "Help! I'm An Author" that Mal writes with her wife Jill Cooper. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a personal update and a word from this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by Findaway Voices. You can learn more about how you can get your work distributed to retailers and library systems around the world at starkreflections.ca/Findaway. In their conversation, Mal and Mark talk about: How long it has been since they saw one another at a conference...2021-06-0457 min
SPA Girls PodcastSPA Girls Podcast – EP275 – Read Through on a Series
Are your readers staying for the next book?
This week’s podcast is all about read-through – ie what percentage of readers read from the first book in your series to the next, and onwards. Learn all about what it means, why it matters and how to increase your read through in this information-packed episode!
We cover:
* how to calculate read-through and why its important that you do!
* What is the ideal percentage you should be aiming for
* Red flags to look for if you DON’T get great read-through
...2021-01-1933 min
SPA Girls PodcastRead Through On A SeriesThis week's podcast is all about Read-through - ie what percentage of readers read from the first book in your series to the next, and onwards. We cover: * how to calculate read-through and why its important that you do! * What is the ideal percentage you should be aiming for * Red flags to look for if you DON'T get great read-through * How it affects advertising * How to deal with a "weak" book in the series * The difference between calculating wide read-through vs kindle unlimited ...2021-01-1933 min
Glitchy Pancakes116 - Oh, Jo. NO. Deconstructing JKR w/ Malorie (MD) CooperJ.K. Rowling won't get off the transphobia train. In the wake of her recent comments, tweets, and blog posts, we decided to discuss this issue with Malorie Cooper, extremely prolific science fiction author (writing as MD Cooper), successful businessperson, trans woman, and owner of a truly impressive wardrobe of catsuits. We talk about Rowling's recent detective novel (under the pen name Robert Galbraith... and yes, we'll talk about that name), trans authors you can read instead of Rowling, and how we can approach the Harry Potter universe without continuing to support its author.Find 2020-10-0700 min
Hat CollectingMalorie Cooper (Author, Cosplayer, Woodworker)Malorie Cooper is an author, maker, model, cosplayer, parent, and more! Lacey and Malorie talk about writing, self-publishing, the double edged sword of ADD, and more! *****Note: the series of questions asked to guests has been evolving, here is what was asked/discussed in this episode***** Timestamps: What projects are you working on now? (0:44) When you were a child, what did you want to be or do when you grew up? (2:42) Malorie talks about woodworking (4:19) Talking about Malorie's live chat writing sessions on YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter (8:05) When did you...2020-09-1931 min
Self Publishing InsidersAuthor Productivity with Malorie CooperD2D's Kevin Tumlinson chats with author Malorie Cooper about how she balances workload between writing and marketing. Listen in to hear the backstory on her publishing career.//Draft2Digital is where you start your Indie Author Career//Looking for your path to self-publishing success? Draft2Digital is the leading ebook publisher and distributor. We’ll convert your manuscript, distribute it online, and support you the whole way, and we won’t charge you a dime. We take a cut of royalties on each sale you make through us, so we only make money when you...2020-09-1748 min
Wish I'd Known Then . . . For WritersUsing Ads to Sell Books, Working with Co-Authors, and Creating a Literary Universe with Mal CooperEpisode 025 / Science fiction author Malorie Cooper joins Jami and Sara this week to talk about advertising as well as the pros and cons of co-authoring books. They also dive into how Mal created a massive literary universe and Mal’s non-fiction books for authors. You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com. In the intro, Jami talks about her launch, which is happening today! (Congrats!) Jami also shared the title of a book Sara saw mentioned on The Creative Penn’s Twitter feed: 1000 character Reactions from Head to Toe by Valerie Howard. Sara can s...2020-07-0748 min
The Rebel Author Podcast037 How to Build Universes and Write Transgender Characters with Malorie CooperEpisode Show Notes
This week’s questions is:
Do you write series or standalone and why?
Book recommendation this week is The Necromancer’s Apprentice by Icy Sedgwick.
https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/the-necromancer-s-apprentice-6
Find out more about our guest Mal Cooper on her website aeon14.com.
Find her at facebook.com/soyarma where she posts nearly daily cosplay/fashion pics.
Link to the YouTube video where she talks about what makes boys and girls.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-bhURgrUoH...2020-06-241h 16
Legion of WritersEpisode 10-The Future is...w/ Malorie CooperSend us a textHad a great time interviewing Science Fiction Author Malorie Cooper. Mal is all about inclusivity and helping writers as well. So, listen is for some tips, some fun, and where you can get even more info and don't forget to look up those kicks heroines.Malorie Cooper:Hey there, I'm Malorie--though chances are that if you're here, you already know that I'm a transgender woman and a New York Times Bestselling science fiction author. In addition, I write books to help other authors as well as speak with them a...2020-05-1738 min
Book Faces LiveWriting Believable Science Fiction with Malorie CooperMalorie and Nathan geek out about science fiction topics and space travel, then get into world-building and marketing your books.
2020-05-1449 min
Write AwayEpisode 4: Malorie Cooper on Loving YourselfNotes Malorie’s website https://www.aeon14.com/ Help! My Facebook Ads Suck https://amzn.to/2WLhB28 How Wearing Leggings Changed My Life https://amzn.to/3dDjLrm Reader Response questions: http://maryrobinettekowal.com/journal/how-and-why-i-use-online-alpha-readers-while-writing-novels/ Reader Response guideline: https://lachristensen.wordpress.com/2012/02/24/alpha-reading/2020-05-1325 min
Alive After ReadingMalorie CooperThis week, prolific science fiction author, Malorie Cooper joins the show to chat about writing more and better stories. Check out her works under the name M D Cooper. Don't forget, your host has books out. Origin of Storms is a grand space opera adventure of epic proportions if you're looking for another Scifi fix.2020-05-0334 min
The Fearless StorytellerWriting with Authentitude with Malorie Cooper
Malorie Cooper (aka M. D. Cooper) has written or co-written about 90 novels—with most of those coming in the last three years as a full-time author. That’s a lot of books, but it was the work done in the decade prior that made all of this productivity possible.
Despite her success, she was prepared to risk it all in order to fully embody living with authentitude—wholeheartedly embracing who she is and coming out as a trans woman in May of 2019. Instead of losing her friends and fanbase, she’s been experiencing even more connection and succ...2020-01-2058 min
Dead Robots' SocietyDRS Episode 549 - Malorie Cooper Sees The FutureAuthor Malorie Cooper joins Terry and Paul to discuss the Aeon14 universe as well as AI evolution and futurism. Malorie Cooper - https://www.aeon14.com/ Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" - https://amzn.to/2KpYBiW Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua Paul's author page - http://amzn.to/2wm3v9W2019-06-131h 08The Dead Robots' SocietyDRS Episode 549 - Malorie Cooper Sees The FutureAuthor Malorie Cooper joins Terry and Paul to discuss the Aeon14 universe as well as AI evolution and futurism. Malorie Cooper - https://www.aeon14.com/ Like the show? Considering becoming a Patreon patron or purchasing one of our stories and thanks for watching. Support us on Patreon - http://patreon.com/drspodcast Paul's new novel "Derelict: Destruction" - https://amzn.to/2jJ4yek Terry's new novel with Glynn Stewart "Bound By Honor" - https://amzn.to/2KpYBiW Terry's author page - http://amzn.to/2mj8Eua Paul's author page - http://amzn.to/2wm3v9W2019-06-131h 08