The Two Authors’ Podcast
What does it take to make it in the intensely competitive author world? Best selling mystery and thriller authors Douglas Pratt and Nicholas Harvey host fellow writers for lively, entertaining, and informative conversation about forging a successful author career. Expect healthy banter surrounding themes and topics they occasionally stick to, often derailed by curious tumbles down amusing rabbit holes. Subscribe on your favourite platform for new shows now releasing every week.
Episodes
In this episode, Nick and Doug chat with returning guest NYT bestselling author JD Barker about his soon to be released prequel trilogy to his incredibly successful Four Monkey Killer (4MK) series. They explore the complexities of adding to a well known series with an intricate plot and timeline, and the trickiness of maintaining continuity. They also touch on adapting books for the screen, and much more. Support us on Patreon at ...
The marvellous Janet Margo joins the lads to share her extensive experience from Amazon, Scribd, and running her own Amazon Ads company, Book Geeks Media, to offer valuable advice on Amazon ads for authors at different stages of their careers. Whatever stage you're at with your ads, this episode has some great content for you. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: bookgeeksmedi...
Golden Globe winning screenwriter Jeff Abugov shares his journey from childhood storytelling to becoming a successful writer in Hollywood, on shows such as Cheers, Roseanne, The Golden Girls, and Two and a Half Men. He candidly discusses the pressures of writing for television, the transition to novel writing, and the importance of taking criticism and working hard to succeed. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetw...
The lads had the opportunity to chat with the always insightful publishing and marketing aficionado David Gaughran. From his super-popular newsletter to his free courses and books, they dig into key areas of indie publishing, making this an episode you won’t want to miss. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: davidgaughran.com https://davidgaughran.com/books-for-authors/ https:...
In this episode, New York Times and USA Today bestselling thriller author, Allison Brennan, shares her journey from being a reader to a celebrated author, discussing her writing process, the importance of editors, the evolution of her career, and her focus on character development in storytelling. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: allisonbrennan.com https://www.amazon.com/s...
Joe Solari, the man behind Author Nation and specialist in helping authors succeed in their careers, joins the lads for a deep dive into the much talked about Amazon algorithms, highlighting the big topics from Joe's exhaustively researched article on the subject (linked in the show notes). Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.authornation.live joesolari.com https://wiki.a...
NYT and USAT bestselling historical fiction author Kate Quinn shares her journey from a young writer inspired by her librarian mother to a successful author of historical fiction, highlighting her unique approach to storytelling and the challenges of writing multi-timeline novels. She delves into how she balances fact and fiction in her historical narratives, and discusses the genre shift for her upcoming fantasy adventure, The Ast...
Matty Dalrymple and Michael La Ronn from the non-profit Alliance of Independent Authors join the lads to talk about what an ALLi membership provides and the many free services available. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.allianceindependentauthors.org/members/join?affid=19081 https://selfpublishingadvice.org/best-self-publishing-services/ Link to our friends at...
In this engaging episode, Willow Winters shares her journey from a stay-at-home mom to successful romance author, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of self-publishing. She discusses the importance of diversifying income streams, leveraging platforms like Patreon, and the strategic shift from Kindle Unlimited to a wider distribution. Willow emphasizes the value of building a sustainable business model in the ever-evolving pub...
Bestselling thriller author Mary Stone joins the lads and reveals her bold transition from healthcare marketing to thriving author, navigating the shift from romance to thrillers, and building a self-publishing empire. Discover her insights on pen names, co-writing, and the creative process that fuelled her success. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://authormarystone.c...
Thriller author Luke Richardson joins the lads to talk about his leap from teaching to writing full-time, fueled by his global travels. Discover how his vivid, tactile descriptions bring exotic locations to life in his archaeological thrillers, and his take on crafting compelling female protagonists. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.lukerichardsonauthor.com https://www...
The lads chat with the nicest guy in publishing, Dan Wood from Draft2Digital, a one-stop-shop for self-publishing authors to format ebooks, distribute to stores, and track sales. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: draft2digital.com smashwords.com books2read.com bookcovers.com www.authoremail.com www.booksflyer.com Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful...
In part two of their year in review, Doug and Nick are joined once again by the fabulous authors and hosts of the Wish I'd Known Then Podcast Sara Rosett and Jami Albright. In this episode they discuss what they've seen this year with newsletters, translations, and audiobooks. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2121723 www.jamialbright.com www.sara...
The wonderful Sara Rosett and Jami Albright from the Wish I'd Known Then Podcast join Doug and Nick for part one of their 2025 year in review. In this episode they look back on their author experience from the past twelve months, discuss platforms for special editions and unique author-centric projects, and the state of play in the world of social media. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links ...
Join the lads as they dive into the world of NYT bestselling author Robert Dugoni, exploring his journey from law to literature and the creation of his beloved Tracy Crosswhite series. Discover how Robert crafts compelling characters and gripping plots that keep readers on the edge of their seats. This episode is like a mini-masterclass! Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: ht...
In this episode, Nick and Doug dive into the world of Amazon ads with Sara Usera, the creator of BooksFlyer, a tool designed to optimize ad bids for authors. Discover how Sara's journey from marketing to software development led to a solution that simplifies ad management and enhances efficiency for authors worldwide. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.booksflyer.com Li...
The always-fun, bestselling author Suzy K. Quinn traces how her mum’s love of English sparked her career across traditional and self-publishing. She digs into industry surprises, why likability matters, and blending humour with emotional depth. Plus, the listener question comes from non-other than Longmire author Craig Johnson! Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www....
The lads chat with the always engaging co-founder of Reedsy, Ricardo Fayet, who explains how the author's marketplace service works. On the heels of one of the most interesting presentations at the NINC conference, Ricardo gives the Cliff Notes version of how the world is now searching for books (and everything else) on the internet. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: reedsy....
Prolific multi-genre author and indie publishing guru, Craig Martelle, joins Nick and Doug for a fascinating chat covering writing as a business, the indie landscape, getting started, and much more. Plus, kicking things off in this episode, Becca Symes drops in with a Patreon Listener Question. Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: www.craigmartelle.com https://www.amazon.com/st...
Don't miss this episode with the New York Times bestselling author of the Longmire series, Craig Johnson. The lads have fun asking plenty of questions about craft, keeping the stories authentic to their setting, and plenty more. They went extra long for this gem! Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcast Links from the Show: https://www.craigallenjohnson.com/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Craig-Johnson/...
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