Traditionally Self-Published with Mica Merrill Rice
Traditionally Self-Published is the podcast tailored for indie authors who want to learn how to self-publish using the strategies, tips, and tricks like traditionally published authors. Hosted by author Mica Merrill Rice, each episode features real talk with industry professionals (editors, cover artists, narrators, etc.) and actual indie authors who are flipping the script and publishing on their own terms. Whether you are plotting your first or publishing your fifth, here you will learn how to write smart, publish like a pro, and keep your readers turning those pages.
Episodes
“Every single word has to earn its place.” - Jayne Marshall
In this episode, literary fiction author and developmental editor Jayne Marshall joins me again to talk about crafting literary fiction and how to blend fact with fiction in an engaging way.
In this conversation, we dive into:
- Her latest release, A Line Drawn or Printed: Six Routes Through Madrid, a literary fiction.
- How she crafts a story blending fact and fiction withou...
"Do your research." - Artem Sahaidak
In this episode, we sit down with marketing lead Artem Sahaidak at Miblart/Get Covers to talk about all things cover art and what to look for when you’re ready to get one.
We discussed:
- Who Miblart and Get Covers are and what they offer
- Tips on how to work with a cover designer and get the best result
- Advice for authors
- And then we concluded with the INK STARTER LIGHTNING ROUND and Mibl...
“Treat marketing like storytelling instead of advertising…” - Saleema Ishq
In this episode, thriller author and TikTok book marketing influencer Saleema Ishq joins me to talk about the craft of writing page-turning stories and how to grow your readership through BookTok.
In this conversation, we dive into:
- Her latest release, Sisters Arcana, an edge-of-your-seat psychological thriller
- How she crafts a story that keep readers hooked
- ...
“As long as we are making progress everyday toward that goal, we will get through the imposter syndrome…” - Edy Hackett
In this episode, I sit down with Edy Hackett, an author and seasoned writing coach, to talk about what it really takes to keep going and build a solid habit that you can commit to for the long term.
We discussed:
- The essentials of the writing craft every author should master
- How to stay motivated and build sustain...
"Don't let your plot happen to your character."
In this episode, we are sitting down with a developmental editor to talk through developmental editing. By the end of this episode, you will understand who they are and their critical role in your self-publishing journey. We covered story structure, plot, pacing and character arc and ways for an indie author to get the various parts of editing done on a budget. At the ...
“When the characters take over, let ‘em.” - Maria Glymph
In this episode, we sit down with author and indie press owner, Maria Glymph, to talk about her newest release Biography of Deception, her self-publishing journey, and the road to founding Modern Odyssey Books.
She shares with us:
- A look behind Biography of Deception, a literary mystery, and what inspired it
- Why she chose the self-publishing route
- What inspired her to go f...
Today, we delve into the world of copyediting and how it applies to your self-publishing journey. In this episode, you will get a better understanding of the difference between the developmental editor and the copyeditor, when you might want to bring one onboard, common misunderstandings, preserving the author’s tone and so much more. By the end of this episode, you will have a solid grasp of what a copyeditor is and Jayne’s five b...
"Self-Publishing is not a fallback plan. It is a tool in your toolbox."
Hi! I'm Mica Merrill Rice, your podcast captain speaking, and I'm here to guide us through thoughtful discussions with authors and industry professionals so that you can confidently and professionally self-publish your book like a trad-author.
In this episode, I share with you
- a little bit about me
- my journey to becoming a writer
- the wins...
Let's Be Bold. Write Smart. And Keep Readers Turing The Pages.
Traditionally Self-Published is the podcast for authors who want to learn how to self-publish with the polish of traditional publishing but without giving up their creative freedom.
Whether you are just starting your very first book or you are ready to hit publish on your tenth, this show gives you the all-access backstage pass to the strategies, tools, and plenty o...
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