The Two Authors’ Podcast

New York Times and USA Today bestselling psychological suspense author J.T. Ellison joins the lads to talk about her winding path from early rejections to bestselling success, the real-world research that powers her fiction, and how she balances craft, pacing, and the business of publishing. She also discusses her Substack writing experiments, and why vivid setting and strong community matter so much in a long author...

Nick and Doug chat with bestselling author William Bernhardt about his switch from practicing law to writing novels, his long-running thriller series, a new non-fiction book tracing the dramatic history behind the Superman franchise, and his annual author conference, WriterCon. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://williambernhardt.com/ https://williambernhardt.com...

Delightful thriller author and coach Kathleen Antrim joins the show to talk about her role in International Thriller Writers and ThrillerFest, the courses she teaches with Outlier's University, and the importance of a great pitch - whether it's to an agent, publisher, or straight to your audience. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.kathleenantrim.com https://www.ama...

Nick and Doug had the honour of chatting with NYT bestselling author Tess Gerritsen about her incredible career, genre hopping, Hollywood deals and disasters, as well as delving into her writing process. As Tess releases the third Martini Club book, The Shadow Friends, she discussed the move to Thomas & Mercer, how it has changed her audience, and the reason she chose a new path. Support us on Patreon ...

April Henry joins the show to talk about the extraordinary real-life experiences and deep research that shape her thrillers, from a terrifying apartment break-in to hands-on training in escape tactics and martial arts. She also shares how genealogy inspired her latest book In The Blood, along with the persistence it took to build her career and the secrets behind writing stories that hook reluctant readers. Support us on Patr...

The lads are joined by author, editor, and Certified Creativity Coach Jen Graybeal to talk about how authors can get the most out of the editing process, and keeping your mind from exploding in these challenging times. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.jentheeditor.com/ Link to our partners: http://tryvellum.com/twoauthors www.authornation.live ...

The lads chat with the amazing NYT bestselling thriller author Lisa Gardner about her new release, You'll Be Sorry, her early start and subsequent career. They cover craft insights like using location as a character and balancing moments of humor in thrillers, as well as community, staying creative, and the business side of being an author. Don't miss this fabulous interview with a legend. Support us on Patreon at https:...

Doug and Nick are joined by their good friend MJ Caan who wrote science fiction and paranormal fantasybefore pivoting to fast-paced, character-driven thrillers under the pen name Ember Scott. During this episode, they deep-dive into using LLMs as assistants for your author business, and get into details about projects, agents, and much more to help you - without having AI write a word of your manuscript. Suppor...

Whether you’re for or against AI narration, it has arrived in the publishing industry, so the lads decided it was time to learn more about the technology. Phil Marshall joins the show to discuss how Spoken enables authors to produce vivid, full-cast audio versions of their work using emerging AI at a sustainable price. Listen in to learn more about Spoken’s features, the ethical considerations, and its potential impact ...

The lads make the trek over the pond to attend the Self Publishing Show Conference in London from where they report on the proceedings and chat with James Blatch among others attending the show. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.learnselfpublishing.com/spslive https://www.booksprout.co (affiliate link gets you a FREE first month!) Link to our partners...

Delve into the world of reviews and ARC management with Celeste Barclay as she shares valuable insights on using Booksprout to enhance your author platform. Understand the processes, address common misconceptions, and learn strategies for leveraging reviews in international markets. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.booksprout.co (affiliate link gets y...

Nick and Doug have a fascinating chat with the author community's go-to authority on contracts and agreements, Maggie Marr, who is also a USA Today bestselling author. They discuss where and when contracts become necessary and some of the legal dos and don'ts about what it is okay to include in your manuscript, and much more. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show:...

Join the lads as they welcome returning guest and friend Lisa Regan to discuss her secrets to managing a long-running series, and how she and her VA foster and nurture an engaged fan community through genuine interaction. This episode provides great input on fandom and ways to stay creative and innovative in a long series. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: lisaregan.co...

Going guestless for the first time, Doug and Nick tackle the subject of conferences and how to get the most out of them. From small, local gatherings to large international events, conferences can be overwhelming, so being prepared and attending with a strategy can maximize your investment. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://indieauthormagazine.com/get-your-cale...

Discover how Chelle Honiker transitioned from traditional publishing to indie success, started Indie Author Magazine with a group of writer friends, and now leads Indie Author Training among a host of other projects. Be prepared to be amazed as she discusses a host of practical automation strategies to streamline your author business and boost productivity. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/...

Author and coach Claire Taylor of Liberated Writer joins the lads to discuss how the Enneagram system of typology can help you understand your core motivations and transform your writing and personal growth. Nick is this week's guinea pig as Claire dissects his Enneagram results while Doug assists her from the sidelines, until she pulls up his results! They also discuss community and the importance of finding like minded peopl...

In this episode, international bestselling author Robyn Harding shares her journey from writing light-hearted chick-lit to diving into darker, more complex psychological thrillers. Discover how her background in screenwriting enhances her plotting skills and how she crafts suspense that keeps readers guessing until the last page. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https...

USA Today bestselling author and author coach Adrienne Giordano joins the show to discuss using the Wheel of Life and practical strategies for managing your writing life, balancing work and personal time, and overcoming common mindset traps. Adrienne shares insights from her journey as an author and certified coach, offering actionable tips for authors at any stage. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/th...

In this episode, bestselling authors Kathleen Antrim and DP Lyle, the co-creators of Outliers Writing University, delve into the unique class offerings, emphasizing the significance of being an 'outlier' in the writing world, and how instructors like Jeffrey Deaver, James Rollins, and Hank Phillippi Ryan bring a wealth of real-world author experience to the program. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthor...