Indie Author Roadmap Podcast

In this episode, the Rachel and Rob discuss the integration of AI in writing and marketing strategies for authors. They explore time management techniques to help writers balance their commitments, the importance of engaging with readers, and how platforms like TikTok can enhance author visibility. Additionally, they provide insights into cost-effective marketing for new authors and the potential of Kickstarter as a funding source ...

In this episode of the Indie Author Roadmap, hosts Rob and Rachel dive into their recent experiences as indie authors, discussing the challenges and successes of selling books through live streams and social media. Rob shares his journey of going live on different channels, highlighting the importance of engaging with followers and the impact of consistent marketing efforts. Rachel, on the other hand, talks about her plans to go li...

In this episode, Rachel and Rob discuss their weekly writing progress, the importance of mindset in achieving goals, and the impact of social media marketing, particularly through TikTok. They delve into the Novel Gains Challenge, emphasizing accountability and community support among indie authors. The conversation covers various strategies for content creation, scheduling, and cross-promotion, highlighting the need for adaptabili...

In this episode, the hosts discuss various aspects of the writing journey, including reflections on the New Year, the importance of setting realistic goals, and the challenges of book formatting and publishing. They introduce their guest, Dr. Jo Lukins, who shares insights on the psychology of writing, the significance of audience awareness, and effective marketing strategies for authors. The conversation emphasizes the need for pl...

In this week's show, Rachel and Rob reflect on their Christmas experiences and discuss their writing goals for the upcoming year. They explore various strategies for achieving these goals, including setting realistic word counts and balancing freelance work with personal writing projects. The duo also delves into the challenges of audiobook production, formatting, and translation, while sharing insights on reader expectations. Addi...

In this episode, Rachel and Rob reflect on their writing and publishing goals from the past year, discussing their successes and challenges. They explore their word count achievements, marketing strategies, and the impact of social media on their author careers. As they look ahead to 2026, they share their aspirations for writing and publishing, emphasizing the importance of consistency and adapting to new opportunities. In this en...

In this episode of Indie Author Roadmap, hosts Rob and Rachel discuss the challenges and opportunities in book translation, focusing on AI tools like Scribe Shadow and Globe Scribe. They explore the costs associated with translation, the importance of selecting the right languages, and the workflow for translating books. Cultural considerations and market opportunities in various countries are also highlighted, providing valuable i...

In this episode, Rachel and Rob discuss various aspects of the indie author journey, including health impacts on productivity, publishing mistakes, social media engagement, print on demand options, and reflections on their achievements over the year. They also touch on the rise of audio books, challenges in translations, and planning for the new year, emphasising the importance of setting goals and collaborating with fellow authors...

In this episode of Indie Author Roadmap, hosts Rob and Rachel discuss their writing progress, holiday traditions, and the challenges of marketing their books. They welcome guest Lee Mountford, a horror author who shares his journey into indie publishing, his experiences with marketing, and the impact of TikTok on his sales. The conversation covers various strategies for promoting books, including the use of TikTok Live and merchand...

This week Rachel and Rob explore the ethical implications of AI training on creative works, particularly focusing on authors' perspectives. It discusses the feelings of violation among creators whose works are used without consent, while also highlighting the potential benefits that AI can bring to authors. The dialogue touches on the piracy argument, suggesting that unauthorized use of creative works may not necessarily harm the o...

This week Rachel and Rob discuss their weekly writing experiences, the challenges of managing Amazon accounts, and the implications of account suspensions and terminations. They explore the importance of diversifying sales channels, particularly through TikTok, and the need for consistency in marketing efforts. The discussion also touches on language learning and translation experiences, as well as compliance issues that authors fa...