The Creative Penn

OCTOBER 23, 2023

How do you keep up with everything you need to do as your author business grows? How do you decide what to focus on as the industry changes — and you change, too? Patricia McLinn discusses her challenges with a big backlist of books and a mature indie author business. Here are the highlights and the full transcript is below.

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The Creative Penn

APRIL 1, 2024

In the intro, Storybundle for writers ; Seth Godin on Tim Ferriss ; Amazon's investment in Anthropic ; Claude 3 direct or Poe.com ; Claude prompt library ; join me and Joseph Michael for a prompt webinar, 4 April, register here ; plus, Spear of Destiny. There are many options for book marketing, so how do you choose the right ones for you?

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Smart Blogger

JULY 19, 2023

Wondering how to post on Instagram from any device? This 2023 guide is tailor-made to turn you into an Instagram posting pro, regardless of whether you’re using a PC, Mac, or a mobile device. You’ll not only learn the ins and outs of posting but also discover how to attract and retain loyal fans. No worries!

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Contently

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

For today’s content creators and content marketing teams, unique original content is always the best route to take. Social copying happens across all social platforms: Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and the like. But not all cases of posting unoriginal content qualify as plagiarism. Of that audience, 2.7

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Smart Blogger

MAY 30, 2023

With the digital age at its peak, there’s never been a better time. Packed with actionable steps and intriguing insights, this blog post is your ticket to that dream. They generate engaging blog posts, eye-catching visual content, intriguing videos, captivating podcasts, and more.

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Buffer

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

  Instagram’s trending audio list Look out, TikTok: Instagram is on a mission to make its video editing tools the best of the bunch. Choosing the perfect audio to accompany your latest Instagram Reel is an art, not a science.   But where to find them? Sit tight — it should land in your app soon!)

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Quick Sprout

AUGUST 10, 2022

We’ve put together a list of the best Instagram analytics tools out there to help you access your stats, understand them, and use them to hit your goals and master the platform. The Top 5 Best Instagram Analytics Tools. Iconosquare – Best Overall. Want to jump straight to the answer? Visit Iconosquare.

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Smart Blogger

AUGUST 1, 2023

And the best part? It can answer questions, write essays, help with blog posts , and even write poems. It used an extensive library of books as training data, teaching the AI to predict the next word in a sentence based on the context of the words before it. But how did ChatGPT come to be? But the GPT team wasn’t done.

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Neil Patel

JUNE 9, 2020

The 4 Ps of marketing… You’ve probably heard about them from a friend, a textbook, or even at school. I know it sounds like a boring topic that’s common sense, but there is more to it than meets the eye. So before we dive into it, let’s first break down what they are… What are the 4 Ps of marketing?

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

How marketing a second book differs and why free books still work for finding readers Different measurements of success when you're starting out, and writing for love vs commercial success Why the ‘language' of self-publishing is important to learn — and it might take a little time, but you will get there! Show Notes.

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Neil Patel

APRIL 13, 2021

Transactional VOD: While SVOD offers users unlimited library access for the subscription fee as mentioned above, TVOD charges the user by the amount of content watched. One such method is to advertise on VOD (video on demand) videos. What Is Video on Demand (VOD)? Again, think Netflix or Hulu. What Is Advertising Video on Demand (AVOD)?

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Neil Patel

JANUARY 19, 2021

If you’re looking to take your Instagram marketing game to the next level, it may be time to start experimenting with Instagram Reels. Instagram Reels let you dive into the short video world, similar to TikTok or any other popular short music video apps. It’s time to turn the camera on and get going. How Do Instagram Reels Work?

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Content Hacker

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

We’ll start by writing your first blog post and then dive into connecting with folks who share your interests. By the end of this blog post, starting your very own personal blog won’t just be a dream — it’ll feel within reach. It’s all about finding what works best for you and your blog!

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The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Plus, History Quill online conference ; Beneath the Zoo [ JFPennBooks ; Other stores ]; A Midwinter Sacrifice [ JFPennBooks ; Other stores ]; This episode is supported by my Patreon community, who fund my future-focused thinking time. How will changes to the way people search impact book discoverability? Show Notes How does search work now?

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Ada-Ari talks about how she writes, publishes and markets her children's books based on African folk tales and African languages in the USA. FB ] Join me for Your Author Business Plan Live. This podcast is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life , which helps authors self-publish and reach readers in global markets through the Kobo eco-system. Show Notes.

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The Creative Penn

APRIL 24, 2023

How can you research the best media and craft a pitch or a press release that might get you and your book some attention? So I sort of lived in libraries when I was younger. Why is publicity still useful in an age of pay-per-click direct advertising? Halima Khatun shares her valuable tips and experience. So welcome to the show, Halima.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

But we both took some time out recently to reflect on how we want to move forward. Joanna Penn writes nonfiction for authors and is an award-nominated, New York Times and USA Today bestselling thriller author as J.F.Penn. People step away for sometimes years at a time, sometimes they come back. Well, it's usually every month!

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Quick Sprout

JULY 19, 2022

We’ve reviewed the best options for launching and expanding your dropshipping business. The 11 Best Dropshipping Companies, Suppliers, Databases, and Tools. The following are our top picks for dropshippers, databases, and suppliers — along with what each does best. Shopify – Best for Beginners. Visit Shopify.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

Today's show is sponsored by IngramSpark, which I use to print and distribute my print-on-demand books to 40,000 retailers including independent bookstores, schools and universities, libraries, and more. Use promo code PENN at checkout for 1 free book upload, print, ebook, or both, if uploaded at the same time—until December 31, 2022.

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The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 19, 2022

How can mid-list authors thrive in uncertain times? And then I went back into publishing, and now I'm full-time freelance. What has changed in the publishing industry over the last few years? What can authors learn from the DOJ vs PRH court case? Jane Friedman talks about these things and more. Why backlist sales are so important.

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ContentWriters

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

They seemed poised to revolutionize the business landscape, especially in the creative, marketing, and tech industries. Hailed as game-changers by some and the beginning of the end by others, these tools seemed ready to streamline content creation. Would it sideline traditional methods of content generation? Do you want to share this story?

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Today's show is sponsored by IngramSpark, which I use to print and distribute my print-on-demand books to 40,000 retailers including independent bookstores, schools and universities, libraries, and more. Use promo code PENN at checkout for 1 free book upload, print, ebook, or both, if uploaded at the same time—until December 31, 2022.

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The Creative Penn

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

How can you effectively market your backlist over time? How can you tap into ambition and drive your author business onward and upward? Honoree Corder talks about all this and more. Today's show is sponsored by Draft2Digital , where you can get free ebook formatting, free distribution to multiple stores, and a host of other benefits.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

Today's show is sponsored by Ingram Spark, which I use to print and distribute my print-on-demand books wide to 40,000 retailers including independent bookstores, schools and universities, libraries, and more. How can using Pinterest more like a search engine help you sell more books? Trona Freeman gives her tips. So that's why I love it.

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The Creative Penn

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

How might thinking differently help you create clarity in our noisy world? How can you produce a high-quality print book — and successfully fund it on Kickstarter? Holger Nils Pohl discusses these things and more. It's your content—do more with it through IngramSpark.com. Here are the highlights and the full transcript is below.

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The Creative Penn

MAY 5, 2023

Today's show is sponsored by my wonderful patrons who fund my brain so I have time to think about and discuss these futurist topics impacting authors. But there is much to be excited about if we can move past fear and doubt, and approach these tools with curiosity and a sense of wonder.

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The Creative Penn

JUNE 26, 2023

Today's show is sponsored by Ingram Spark, which I use to print and distribute my print-on-demand books to 40,000 retailers including independent bookstores, schools and universities, libraries, and more. How can you stand out in a crowded market of non-fiction books? How can you build a business around your central topic?

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The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Why might a first-time author choose the self-publishing route? Today's show is sponsored by Ingram Spark, which I use to print and distribute my print-on-demand books to 40,000 retailers including independent bookstores, schools and universities, libraries, and more. Plus tips for self-publishing and marketing. Show Notes.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

In this wide-ranging interview on the Prickly Pens Podcast, Joanna Penn talks about changing careers from IT to becoming an independent author, the early days of self-publishing and how things have changed, inspiration for fiction, generosity as the basis for a business, and how the future might look for writers. Show Notes. Welcome, Joanna.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

In this wide-ranging interview on the Prickly Pens Podcast, Joanna Penn talks about changing careers from IT to becoming an independent author, the early days of self-publishing and how things have changed, inspiration for fiction, generosity as the basis for a business, and how the future might look for writers. Show Notes. Welcome, Joanna.

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Backlinko

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

This guide, rooted in Backlinko’s expert approach to digital marketing strategies, delves into the nuts and bolts of effective competitor analysis. From leveraging SEO tactics to understanding audience needs, we unpack the methods that will not only help you understand your rivals but also enable you to outmaneuver them strategically.

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The Creative Penn

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

In the intro, Amazon KDP's new AI content guidelines ; AI at the heart of what Amazon does [ The Verge ]; Writing the Shadow Kickstarter ; 1000 Libraries Kickstarter ; Today's show is sponsored by Draft2Digital , where you can get free ebook formatting, free distribution to multiple stores, and a host of other benefits. Joanne: Hi, Jo.

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The Creative Penn

MAY 15, 2023

In the introduction, Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Dr Peter Attia ; Menopausing by Davina McCall; Ultimate Guide to Selling Print Books Online [ ALLi ]; TikTok publishing? Toby Neal is the award-winning USA Today best-selling author of mysteries, thrillers, and romance, with over 40 titles, as well as writing memoir and travel.

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The Creative Penn

APRIL 15, 2024

In the intro, Draft2Digital announced a retail distribution agreement with Fable [ D2D ]; Kobo launches a new color e-reader [ Rakuten Kobo ]; Ultimate guide to subscription models [ Self-Publishing Advice ]; Independence and interdependence [ Self-Publishing Advice ]; Becca Syme on getting unstuck [ Ink in Your Veins ]. It seems so long ago.

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Backlinko

JUNE 2, 2023

Jasper : Best For Content Marketing Jasper is the best AI content generator for creating marketing copy, but that’s not all it can do. Some of its most useful templates include video script outlines, blog idea outlines, photo post captions, and social media ad posts. Don’t worry. Let’s find out.

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The Creative Penn

JULY 31, 2023

In the intro, Draft2Digital acquires SelfPubBookCovers ; Different types of creative energy [ Self Publishing Advice ]; Twitter becomes X [ The Verge ]; TikTok text posts [ The Verge ]; What AI can help you do in 30 mins [ Ethan Mollick ]; Discovery Writing with ChatGPT by J. It's your content—do more with it through IngramSpark.com.

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The Creative Penn

MARCH 27, 2023

Check it out for free or get 25% off the premium edition at www.ProWritingAid.com/joanna Joanna Penn writes non-fiction for authors and is an award-nominated, New York Times and USA Today bestselling thriller and dark fantasy author as J.F. Her latest book is Pilgrimage: Lessons Learned from Solo Walking Three Ancient Ways. Was it worth it?

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