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Pen to Paycheck AuthorsHow To Build Author ConnectionsSam and Matilda are making author connections!
In next week's episode, it's all about making MORE connections... with readers!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book to start with: https://books2read.com/TheSlayoftheLand (book #1 of The Heathervale Mysterie...
2026-01-2854 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsHow We Finally Fixed Our MindsetsSam and Matilda have finally made mindset progress!
In next week's episode, they'll be talking about the importance of writing community.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book to start with: https://books2read.com/TheSlayoftheLand (book #1 of The Heath...
2026-01-211h 00
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsHow We Set Money GoalsSam and Matilda welcome in season 3... and more money?
Next week, grab your emotional support notepad, we're talking MINDSET!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book to start with: https://books2read.com/TheSlayoftheLand (book #1 of The Heathervale My...
2026-01-1455 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Crises We Plan ForSam and Matilda plan for problems... but do they need to?
Next week, they’re talking about money goals for 2026!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book to start with: https://books2read.com/TheSlayoftheLand (book #1 of The Heat...
2026-01-0755 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat We Did In Q4Sam and Matilda get honest about their last quarter review.
Next week, they’re talking about setting up contingency plans as they head into the new year!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book to start with: https://books...
2025-12-3151 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Challenges Set up SuccessSam and Matilda tackled some pretty BIG challenges this week...
Next week, your fave podcast hosts are going to review their Q4's - so make sure to tune in to see how the last few months have gone for them, and if you're reading this, have a MERRY CHRISTMAS!!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The...
2025-12-2459 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Our Act Three Will BeSam and Matilda have predictions, and potential pitfalls, of the upcoming ACT 3!!
Next week, it's challenge weeeeeek!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book to start with: https://books2read...
2025-12-171h 03
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat We've Learned From 100 EpisodesSam and Matilda have officially hit episode 100!!
Next week, they'll be talking about the exciting 3rd Act!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book to start with: https://books2read...
2025-12-1057 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Market Research We Do and HowSam and Matilda are preparing for new series!
If you can believe it, next week marks the 100th episode of the podcast. Tune in to reminisce on the good... and the cringe!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @mat...
2025-12-0354 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Craft Improvements Are ForMatilda and Sam want to get better... but at what cost?
Drop in next week when your fave podcast hosts discuss the steps they take to research a new series or project.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @mat...
2025-11-2657 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Successful New Series Look LikeMatilda and Sam are future casting success?!
Drop in next week to hear all about bettering craft to avoid stagnation.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book to start wit...
2025-11-1955 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Translating Really TakesMatilda and Sam aren't getting lost in translation in today's episode!
Tune in next week when they'll be talking about how they plan to pick what they publish next.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Webs...
2025-11-1253 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Makes Successful Year PlansMatilda and Sam reveal their 2026 schedules.
Next week, they will broach the trending topic of translations!!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book to start with: https://books2read.com/T...
2025-11-0555 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Strategies Lead to SuccessMatilda and Sam chat about the strategies they want to use to succeed.
Next week is all about the illusive, and exciting, 2026 schedule!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book...
2025-10-2949 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Tactics Make MoneyMatilda and Sam are determined to ensure the money keeps coming...
Next week, they'll discuss the strategies to ensure this happens.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book to sta...
2025-10-2251 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Future Proofing We’re Doing with GEOMatilda and Sam tackle the topic of GEO - but what is it, and how should authors tackle it?
Tune in next week as we once again talk about tactics to make MONEY!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG...
2025-10-1550 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat We Achieved in Q3Matilda and Sam are discussing how they got on with their Q3 goals!
Next week is all about GEO - which is a hot topic you don't want to miss out on.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @ma...
2025-10-0844 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Challenges We FaceMatilda and Sam take on a brand new challenge week!
Next week is the Q3 review... tune in to find out how the last quarter has gone for them.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Web...
2025-10-0154 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Retreats Do For WritersMatilda and Sam went on a writing retreat! Tune in to hear all about it!
Next week is a brand new challenge week - what are they tackling? You'll have to come back to find out.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
...
2025-09-2455 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Authors Need to QuitMatilda and Sam might need to finally stop...
Tune in next week to hear all about the writing retreat they're going on!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book to...
2025-09-1756 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat It Means to Launch Big on a Small ScaleMatilda and Sam discuss Sam's recent book launch.
Next week, they'll be opening up about what's not paying off for them, literally!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book to...
2025-09-1051 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Our Secret Guest RevealsMatilda and Sam welcome a VERY special guest in this week's episode!
Next week, your favourite podcast hosts are discussing Sam's recent book launch!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild - https://books2read.com/curseofthewild (Moons & Magic Book 1)
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://books2read.com/The-Moon-Is-A-Door (Deighton Academy Book 1)
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Bo...
2025-09-0348 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Writing Routines We NeedMatilda and Sam take a break from their usual routines to try out something different.
Next week brings a surprise guest... Tune in to find out who we'll be chatting to.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://amzn.to/4lyQErX
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.Mati...
2025-08-2747 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat We AREN'T DoingMatilda and Sam can't do it all... so what are they avoiding?
Tune in next week when they'll reassess their writing routines.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
The Moon Is a Door - https://amzn.to/4lyQErX
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book to start with: https://books...
2025-08-201h 03
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Our Launches Look LikeMatilda and Sam both have launches in September, so what are they doing to prepare?
Tune in next week when they'll be talking about all the things they AREN'T doing...
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Death of the Pack (Moons & Magic Book 3) https://samantha-cummings.com/dotp-amazon
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.Mati...
2025-08-1354 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Makes A Great SeriesMatilda and Sam are both series writers, so they're breaking down how they do it.
Tune in next week to hear about their pre-launch activities!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Death of the Pack (Moons & Magic Book 3) https://samantha-cummings.com/dotp-amazon
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book to sta...
2025-08-0659 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Our Newsletters And Websites DoMatilda and Sam broach the age old question: what are my website and newsletter supposed to do?
Tune in next week as they discuss how to write a book series!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Death of the Pack (Moons & Magic Book 3) https://samantha-cummings.com/dotp-amazon
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.Matil...
2025-07-3051 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Formats Mean MoneyMatilda and Sam are digging into formats - and alternative ways to deliver books.
Tune in next week as they discuss websites and newsletters!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Death of the Pack (Moons & Magic Book 3) https://samantha-cummings.com/dotp-amazon
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book to start...
2025-07-2349 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Improves ReadthroughSam and Matilda discuss how they can optimise their back matter to help improve their read-through.
Next week, tune in to hear all about their plans for different editions!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Death of the Pack (Moons & Magic Book 3) https://samantha-cummings.com/dotp-amazon
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.Ma...
2025-07-1657 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Strengths Lead to SuccessSam and Matilda have taken the test... did they pass? Hear all about their Clifton Strengths!
Next week, your favourite podcast hosts will be delving into book back matter... and strategies for better series read-through!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Death of the Pack (Moons & Magic Book 3) https://samantha-cummings.com/dotp-amazon
MATIL...
2025-07-091h 02
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat We Learned at SPS LiveSam and Matilda are debriefing after a very fun few days at SFS Live 2025!
Next week they will finally be talking about Clifton Strengths.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Death of the Pack (Moons & Magic Book 3) https://samantha-cummings.com/dotp-amazon
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book...
2025-07-0254 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat We Achieved in Q2Sam and Matilda are reviewing their Q2 goals - how did they get on? Find out in this week's episode!
Next week they will be recapping all the magic that happened at SPS Live in London.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Death of the Pack (Moons & Magic Book 3) https://samantha-cummings.com/dotp-amazon
MATI...
2025-06-2559 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Defeats Author ChallengesSam and Matilda set themselves challenges... and the outcome isn't what they expected!
Next week is our Q2 review... a little early, but it will be worth it. Did they do everything they set out to do?!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Death of the Pack (Moons & Magic Book 3) https://samantha-cummings.com/dotp-amazon
2025-06-1851 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Mends MindsetsSam and Matilda are skipping therapy, and trying to fix themselves instead!
Next week brings them back to challenge week! What are they going to pick to push themselves out of their comfort zones? You'll have to tune in to find out!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Death of the Pack (Moons & Magic Book...
2025-06-111h 06
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Makes Social Posts EasySam and Matilda started a 60 day social media challenge... and here are the results!
Next week, they'll be setting themselves up for something a bit different and challenging their own mindset issues HEAD ON!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Death of the Pack (Moons & Magic Book 3) https://samantha-cummings.com/dotp-amazon
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
2025-06-0450 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Mindset Issues Hold Us BackSam and Matilda are opening up about mindset; specifically, what THEY think holds them back!
Next week, they'll be revisiting social objects - are you ready to see how they've done with the promises they made?
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
M...
2025-05-2856 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat To Do Between LaunchesSam and Matilda talk about tasks to do in between launches!
Next week they're back with a conversation about what they need to go to therapy for!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
2025-05-2149 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Retains Our ReadersSam and Matilda chat about ways they can retain reader interest!
Next week they'll be talking about what they can do in between launches.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book...
2025-05-1453 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Resources Authors NeedSam and Matilda are back with another look at the resources they're still using, and new ones they love!
Next week they'll be back to talk about how they could retain reader interest in between publications.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
M...
2025-05-0759 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat We Use Social Media ForSam and Matilda are back, discussing the merits and pitfalls of social media; from paid, to organic!
Tune in next week as they reassess their resources.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
2025-05-0151 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Hooks MY ReadersSam and Matilda are figuring out the best bait to hook readers…
Next week, they will be taking sides as a discuss the merits (and pitfalls) of paid and organic social media.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
2025-04-2357 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat We Do That AI Can'tSam and Matilda have a secret weapon against AI... and it's wrapped up in their own narrative!
Next week, tune in to get HOOKED!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book...
2025-04-1654 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Audacious Authors DoSam and Matilda getting TOTALLY audacious in their approach to publishing... and life!
Next week, they will be opening up about their author narratives.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book...
2025-04-091h 00
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat We Achieved In Q1Sam and Matilda are breaking down their Q1 wins, and making plans for Q2!
Next week is all about being totally AUDACIOUS...
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book to star...
2025-04-0253 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat We Challenge Ourselves To DoSam and Matilda accepted a challenge to finally face what they'd been putting off.
Next week, it's the Q1 review!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Book to start with: https...
2025-03-2654 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Switching Genres Shows UsSam and Matilda are discussing what they'd do if they switched genres.
Next week, they will each be facing a challenge they've been putting off for a while. For Matilda, it will be drafting with dictation. For Sam, it's all about character art!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) htt...
2025-03-191h 04
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Authenticity Does For BrandingSam and Matilda get specific with social media, and how branding can make all the difference.
Next week on the podcast is all about switching genres...
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
2025-03-121h 03
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Sources of Money We TapSam and Matilda are drilling down into income diversification once more!
Next week they will be talking about branding and everyone's favourite topic... social media!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
Boo...
2025-03-0549 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Keeps Production Schedules RollingSam and Matilda dig into their attempts at time management, and how rolling schedules work, or don't work, for them.
Next week is all about income diversification - how do you expand your income opportunities, without adding a ton more work to your plate?
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Bo...
2025-02-261h 01
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Post Launch Marketing Is and Isn'tSam and Matilda chat about what post launch marketing is, and what it isn't!
Next week is all about time management and how rolling schedules for projects work, or don't work, for them.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG: @mati...
2025-02-191h 01
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Opportunities Money BringsSam and Matilda dream big and reveal what they'd spend their money on, if they had bigger budgets!
Next week, tune as they chat about post book launch marketing.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www...
2025-02-1243 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Self Publishers Should Do on a Shoe StringSam and Matilda discuss the best ways to self publish on a shoestring budget!
Next week they will flip the script, as they explore what they'd do if they had much bigger budgets!!!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG: @mati...
2025-02-0555 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Money Mindset Means For BudgetsSam and Matilda are talking production and marketing budgets this week!
Next week they will be discussing the best ways to spend little to no money, whilst still progressing with indie publishing.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor...
2025-01-2953 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat Financial Plans Should Look LikeSam and Matilda chat with indie cozy mystery writer, Helen Golden, about financial plans!
Next week we'll be delving into our budgets for production and marketing.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: www.MatildaSwift.com
2025-01-221h 04
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhat A Real Life Act Two MeansSam and Matilda welcome you to act two of the podcast with this in-person recording! Let's chat 2025!
Tune in next week where we will be chatting to a guest about money, and financial plans!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with:
Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book:
Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG...
2025-01-1556 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen We Review 2024Sam and Matilda are looking back over 2024 and talking about what they learned, how they've grown, and what they hope for 2025!
Tune in next week when we start Act 2...
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book: Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: MatildaSwift.com
2025-01-0853 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Debt Doubts are DiscussedEnjoy this banked episode from earlier in 2024, where Samantha and Matilda talked about their money mindset!
Happy New Year to all - tune in next week for the Q4/2024 wrap up, where Sam and Matilda will recap their working years... what a wild ride!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book: Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://am...
2025-01-0144 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsENCORE: When Butter Makes Things BetterHappy Christmas to all! To celebrate the day we're gifting you with a repost of one of our favourite episodes of the year: When Butter Makes Things Better (the universal truth we can all agree on).
Enjoy the episode and enjoy whatever the day brings for you!
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Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild...
2024-12-251h 03
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen We Find The Secret To LuckSamantha and Matilda lean into luck, preparation, and opportunity in their new series on How to Believe in Yourself.
Next week Sam and Matilda take a well earned break over Christmas - not to leave you longing, you can listen to a banked episode all about money! Everyone's favourite subject!!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book: Heart of the...
2024-12-1850 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen We Hack Our Author Hang UpsSamantha and Matilda lean into hyping themselves up... using some incredibly creative methods!
Next week, Sam and Matilda will start a new series on How to Believe in Yourself with an episode on luck, preparation and opportunity.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book: Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MA...
2024-12-1148 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen We Spy Other AuthorsIn this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda talk about connecting with other authors.
Next week, Sam and Matilda are going to learn how to hype themselves up!!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book: Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: MatildaSwift.com
Boo...
2024-12-0452 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen We Read Our ReviewsIn this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda get honest about reading reviews!
Next week, Sam and Matilda are getting social as they talk about other authors and making those important connections.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book: Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Websit...
2024-11-2753 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen We Dig Into Ads StrategiesIn this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda talk about ads - the decisions they can make before and after running them.. and trusting them!
Next week, Sam and Matilda will be starting a new series! Tune in to find out all about reading reviews... the good, the bad, and the ugly!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book: Heart...
2024-11-2049 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen We Get ResultsIn this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda drop back into a discussion about ads as they review their latest attempts, the results, and future actions.
Next week, Sam and Matilda will be trusting themselves... to make all the right decisions and finally set up a plan for future ads.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book: Heart of the W...
2024-11-1344 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen We Suck at Selling OurselvesIn this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda figure out how they can be their most authentic self in their messaging.
Next week, Sam and Matilda will be doing the hard work and reading the results of their ads... and trying to figure out the next steps to success...
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book: Heart of the Wolf...
2024-11-0655 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen We Put Our Money Where Our Mouths AreIn this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda talk about trusting the process, specifically when it comes to ads!
Next week, Sam and Matilda will try to figure out the best way to be authentic to themselves in their messaging.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book: Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d/4HecH3a
2024-10-3046 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen We Uncover Our ObstaclesIn this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda deep dive into how contingency plans accidentally uncovered some mindset blocks that need to be dealt with!
Next week, Sam and Matilda will be starting a new series called 'Putting our money where our mouth is', and the first episode will be about trusting the process... especially when it comes to ads!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3Q...
2024-10-2349 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen We Research ResistanceIn this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda talk about R&D as indie authors: the opportunities, the set backs, and the future of their careers.
Next week, Sam and Matilda will talk about contingencies within the self publishing world they're living in!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book: Heart of the Wolf (Moons & Magic Book 2) https://amzn.eu/d...
2024-10-1643 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Actions Can't Be ExcusedIn this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda talk about how they keep themselves accountable; what tactics do they use? What do they want to use in the future?
By next week, Sam and Matilda will share their R&D list... intrigued? You should be! Tune in to hear all about it!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/3QHym3m
Most recent book: Hear...
2024-10-0954 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Schedules Are Strengthened
Samantha and Matilda have incredibly different schedules, and they're discussing what works and what doesn't in this week's episode!
Next week Sam and Matilda will talk all about accountability and the tactics they implement to help keep themselves on track.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j
MATIL...
2024-10-0258 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Q3 Is Reviewed
Samantha and Matilda are wrapping up their Q3, and delving into what they have planned for the last quarter of the year!
Next week Sam and Matilda will be starting a NEW series about professionalising, with an episode on scheduling.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j
MATI...
2024-09-2548 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Income Isn't Coming
Samantha and Matilda discuss income in this week's episode. Where it comes from NOW, and where it could come from in the future.
Next week Sam and Matilda will be wrapping up their Q3 goals - did they tick everything off the list, or have they fallen behind in any of their plans? Tune in next week to see, and don't forget to subscribe!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B09...
2024-09-1856 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Social Media Means Fun
Samantha and Matilda are talking SOCIAL MEDIA plans in today's episode; a topic we can all agree is forever at the forefront of our minds!
Next week Sam and Matilda will be wrapping up the Planning for Success series by talking about Income Plans...
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW...
2024-09-1145 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Launches Look Easy
Samantha and Matilda talk to guest Christa Bakker about launch plans - what's worked for them, and what hasn't!
Next week Sam and Matilda will bring their newly created social media plans with them, and dive into everyone's favourite topic... social media marketing!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j...
2024-09-041h 04
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Production Plans Pivot
Samantha and Matilda discuss their publishing production plans!
Next week Sam and Matilda will continue looking at plans, with an episode on launching a book, with a mystery guest!!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: MatildaSwift.com
Book to sta...
2024-08-2856 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen We Need Other Authors
Samantha and Matilda share the best places to find other authors: your anchors in the stormy seas of self publishing!
Next week Sam and Matilda will be looking into creating publishing production plans.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: MatildaSwift.com
2024-08-2145 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Cowriting is King
Samantha and Matilda invite their very first guest, Jen Booker, onto the pod to talk about her cozy cowriting journey.
Next week Sam and Matilda will share where they find other authors to talk to!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Websi...
2024-08-141h 01
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen We Hire Professionals
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda realise they have very different ways of finding and hiring professionals to help in publishing.
Next week Sam and Matilda will be chatting with their VERY FIRST podcast guest, cozy writer Jen Booker.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j
MATIL...
2024-08-0747 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Secrets Are Shared
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda spill the tea on their Mastermind meetings - how they started, what they talk about, and more importantly, how to start your own!
Next week Sam and Matilda will break down the other people in their publishing business - from editors to cover creators.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild...
2024-07-311h 06
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen We Try But Don’t Succeed
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda open up about things that they've tried that didn't quite work, or at least not in the way they expected...
Next week Sam and Matilda will open up about what goes on behind the scenes in their Mastermind meetings.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu...
2024-07-2456 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Day Jobs Teach Us Tricks
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda are taking the positives from their day jobs - discussing what skills they've picked up from the 9-5, and how they utilise them.
Next week Sam and Matilda will be talking about some of the things they've tried and failed at on their self-publishing journey.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the W...
2024-07-1752 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Q2 is Reviewed
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda review Q2!!
Next week Sam and Matilda will reveal the day-job skills that help self publishing.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: MatildaSwift.com
Book to start with: https://books2read.com...
2024-07-1040 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen We Wish We Had...
In this week’s episode Matilda and Samantha play a little game of 'shoulda, woulda, coulda'. What would they change, or not change, about their publishing journeys so far?
Next week Sam and Matilda will break down their Q2 progress. Did they cross everything off their lists? Tune in to find out!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild...
2024-07-0344 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Setbacks Need Solutions
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda chat about the setbacks they have experienced, and still do... and the best ways to overcome them.
Next week Sam and Matilda will be talking about shoulda, woulda, coulda... if they could go back in time, what would they change about their publishing journeys?
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild...
2024-06-2653 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Finances are Frightening
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda open up about their current financial states, and their relationship with money and business.
Next week Sam and Matilda will break down how they bounce back from set backs.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
We...
2024-06-1955 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Routines Become the Dream
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda talk about the differences between their writing life dreams... versus REALITY!
By next week Sam and Matilda will have started to review their finances so they can start to make moves towards instructed business decisions.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j
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2024-06-1243 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Processes are Practised
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda FINALLY talk about their writing process... and see how different they really are!
Next week Sam and Matilda will be back on track with the next theme Writing Dreams vs Reality.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j
MATILDA IG: @m...
2024-06-0550 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen the Marketing Machine is in Motion
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda try to figure out the best way to keep the wheels in motion with their marketing plans!
Next week Sam and Matilda will take a quick break from the schedule to talk about writing processes!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j
2024-05-2939 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Buyers Become Fans
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda dig into post sales marketing, and turning 'customers' into valued fans!
Next week Sam and Matilda will cover continuous marketing strategies.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Website: MatildaSwift.com
Book to start...
2024-05-2236 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Comps Collide
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda discuss author comps and how looking at how other authors are succeeding can help with their own blueprint for success!
Next week Sam and Matilda will deep dive into post-sales marketing.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j
MATILDA IG: @m...
2024-05-1549 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Books Are Soda Cans
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda explain the meaning of the term 'soda can strategies', and how they implement them.
Next week Sam and Matilda will delve into their comp authors again, this time looking at how they market their books.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j
2024-05-0850 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Blurbs are Buttery
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda discuss blurbs, the difficulties, mistakes, and tips to make them as buttery as possible!
Next week Sam and Matilda will come together to talk about soda can strategies, a term they invented to talk about book selling!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXw...
2024-05-0148 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Quotes Come First
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda are talking about writing quotes and marketable lines before writing the book...
Next week Sam and Matilda are going to be talking about everyone's favourite part of writing a book... writing THE BLURB!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j
MATILDA...
2024-04-2444 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Butter Makes Books Better
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda discuss the gloriously delicious writing tool that is lovingly called BUTTER, but also known as Universal Fantasy.
Next week Sam and Matilda will chat about their writing process and how they feel about writing IN the marketable moments that make books better!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic...
2024-04-171h 03
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen X Meets Y
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda talk about everyone's favourite marketing tactic - X meets Y!
Next week Sam and Matilda will discuss what Butter is and how, when, and how much should be added to the story mix.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j
MATI...
2024-04-1045 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Q1 is Reviewed
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda review the first quarter of the year - what they planned to do, what they managed to do, and what is getting kicked into the next few months.
Next week Sam and Matilda will start a new topic: Writing as marketing. The first discussion point will be X meets Y marketing!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Mos...
2024-04-0347 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Rebranding Isn't Relaunching
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda discuss rebranding and relaunching. Are they the same thing, or are they different beasts entirely?
By next week, Sam and Matilda will have reviewed the first quarter of the year and come together to talk about their wins, their failures, and what they have planned for the next quarter.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent...
2024-03-2745 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Pen Names Are No MoreIn this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda get personal about pen names and personas. Who is using a pen name? Who wishes they weren't? And what does it mean to use an online persona?!
By next week, Sam and Matilda will have given some thought to their plans on any rebranding and relaunching they have on the calendar for this year.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Death...
2024-03-2050 min
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Consistency Conquers AllIn this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda look at how consistency can make or break your branding!
By next week, Sam and Matilda will be discussing pen names vs personas.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j
MATILDA IG: @matildaswiftauthor
Websit...
2024-03-131h 00
Pen to Paycheck AuthorsWhen Authors Loom LargeIn this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda take a look at the way other authors use branding across their platforms and books.
By next week, Sam and Matilda will have looked at the importance of branding consistency.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-cummings.com
Book to start with: The Deathless - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deathless-Frances-June/dp/B0915V5L6F
Most recent book: Curse of the Wild (Moons & Magic Book 1) https://amzn.eu/d/fVXwW3j
M...
2024-03-0656 min