Pen to Paycheck Authors
Welcome to pen to Paycheck Authors podcast. We’re two indie authors; Matilda Swift, author of quintessentially British Cozy Mysteries, and Sam Cummings, author of Young Adult books about magic, myths, and monsters. With over a dozen books between us, and still a long way to go towards the ‘quit the day job’ dream, we’re here to write our way to financial success. Listen along for our mastery through missteps journey
Episodes
Sam 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:
Sam 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:...
Sam 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:...
Sam 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:
Sam 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:
Sam 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:
Sam 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:
Sam 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: @matildas...
Sam 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
...Sam 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:
Sam 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: @ma...
Sam 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/4He...
Sam 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
Sam 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: @mat...
Sam 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....
Sam 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.MatildaSwi...
Sam 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 b...
Sam 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: @mat...
Sam 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
M...
Sam 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
Mo...
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