By Mark Dawson & James Blatch The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
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The Self Publishing Formula Podcast

By Mark Dawson & James Blatch
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Mark Dawson is a best selling self-published author on multiple platforms including Amazon and Kobo. He is the author of the John Milton thriller series and its spin-off Beatrix Rose. In addition, he's written several 'Soho Noir' novels. Mark's breakthrough came when he developed a marketing strategy for promoting and selling his books. His swift success enabled him to quit his 9 to 5 job and he has generated gross revenues of more than a million dollars in less than five years.

Mark has become a leading voice in the self publishing industry and he advocates and teaches a strategy based around offering books for free, mailing list development and social media advertising. In 2015, he published the first version of what is now his acclaimed online course 'Advertising for Authors'. He has also developed a course for writers at the start of their careers – Self Publishing 101.

James Blatch co-hosts the podcast and he represents the first time, wannabe author. James is a former BBC News journalist who is currently writing his first novel.

Between them James and Mark explore the world of self publishing with a focus on actionable tips for new and experienced indie authors.

Mark Dawson is a best selling self-published author on multiple platforms including Amazon and Kobo. He is the author of the John Milton thriller series and its spin-off Beatrix Rose. In addition, he's written several 'Soho Noir' novels. Mark's breakthrough came when he developed a marketing strategy for promoting and selling his books. His swift success enabled him to quit his 9 to 5 job and he has generated gross revenues of more than a million dollars in less than five years.

Mark has become a leading voice in the self publishing industry and he advocates and teaches a strategy based around offering books for free, mailing list development and social media advertising. In 2015, he published the first version of what is now his acclaimed online course 'Advertising for Authors'. He has also developed a course for writers at the start of their careers – Self Publishing 101.

James Blatch co-hosts the podcast and he represents the first time, wannabe author. James is a former BBC News journalist who is currently writing his first novel.

Between them James and Mark explore the world of self publishing with a focus on actionable tips for new and experienced indie authors.

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SPS- 432: The Final Cut with James Blatch, Joe Solari from Author Nation, and Darren Hardy from Amazon KDP.

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
James talks to Joe Solari, the man responsible for the world’s largest gathering of indie authors and Darren Hardy, from Amazon KDP, who is the most listened to guest we’ve ever had on the show.
Marketing and strategy 1 year
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01:16:57

SPS-431: Support for Self Publishing with Draft2Digital

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
Nick Thacker VP of Author Success at Draft2Digital joins James to dive into what's new and what D2D can offer the self publishing world.
Marketing and strategy 1 year
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31:09

SPS-430: The New Content Creation Place with Marco Moutinho from Dibbly

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
James talks to Marco Moutinho from Dibbly, a content creation platform, which can help you with freelance services. Dibbly also offers an AI tool ‘Kip’ that has some fantastic features to offer the indie author.
Marketing and strategy 1 year
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35:46

SPS-429: How do you strategise and what is the best way to invest in editing?

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
This week James talks to bestseller Suzy K Quinn and editor Adam Strange from Kevin Anderson & Associates, who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience on editing to the show.
Marketing and strategy 2 years
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43:37

SPS-428: The BookBub new release - Rocket boost

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
Join James and Carlyn Robertson from BookBub talking about what's new at BookBub and what BookBub can offer.
Marketing and strategy 2 years
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24:19

SPS-427: Direct Selling FTW with Alex Smith from Bookvault

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
A fast emerging aspect of indie marketing is direct selling. Bookvault have risen quickly to the top of many authors go-to suppliers for print-on-demand, especially for those special editions that can be extremely good for your bottom line. This week’s show features a chat with Bookvault’s Alex Smith.
Marketing and strategy 2 years
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25:04

SPS-426: Format your book in style with Vellum

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
Vellum is the gold standard for editing your book ready for publication. Listen as James Blatch talks to Brad West about tips for preparing your book
Marketing and strategy 2 years
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33:19

SPS-425: Which Book Promo is Right For Me? with Mike Hourigan

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
Listen as James talks to Mike Hourigan who is the Vice President of Marketing at Written Word Media, where he brings more than 15 years of digital marketing expertise to the table.    
Marketing and strategy 2 years
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33:15

SPS-424: What’s the big deal about Romantasy? With Alex Newton

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Join James and Alex Newton from K-lytics
Marketing and strategy 2 years
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41:36

SPS-423: Create a Killer Author Website – with Stuart Grant from Digital Authors Toolkit

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
Join James Blatch and Stuart Grant from Digital Authors Toolkit and also the highest rated web designer on Reedsy, as they discuss the future of Author websites, direct selling, and how you can make your website stand out.
Marketing and strategy 2 years
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34:37

SPS-422: The Audio Explosion with James Blatch and Victoria Gerken from Podium Audio.

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
Join James and Victoria Gerken from Podium Audio as they discuss how audio is exploding the world of publishing and providing authors with another income stream
Marketing and strategy 2 years
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54:57

SPS-421: Who’s coming to SPS LIVE 2024? With James Blatch and Chris Banks from Prowritingaid

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
Join James Blatch and Chris Banks as James reveals the speakers and sponsors attending the Self Publishing Show Live in London 2024 and Chris talks about what's new at ProWritingAid and AI, but making sure you add the human touch.
Marketing and strategy 2 years
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46:36

SPS-420: AI: Fear, Loathing and Acceptance

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
Join James Blatch as he takes on a hot topic of the moment, AI, and how it impacts authors and creators. Should you be afraid or accepting of this new wave of technology? 
Marketing and strategy 2 years
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34:14

SPS-419: Targeting Trad Readers (with Michael R. Miller)

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
Tune into this week’s episode of the Self Publishing Show to hear more from Michael, including whether selling direct would be preferrable to selling on Amazon, why he chooses to publish his audiobooks exclusively on ACX, and why consistency in magic and worldbuilding rules is key for any kind of Fantasy story.
Marketing and strategy 2 years
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41:31

SPS-418: Setting Goals and Building Habits – with Marc Reklau

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
Marc Reklau went from struggling writer to earning seven-figures, all by applying the same self-help advice he writes about in his books.
Marketing and strategy 2 years
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36:37

SPS-417: Automating Amazon Ads with Merch Jar (with Cameron Scott)

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
Tired of tweaking your Amazon Ad keywords? Let Merch Jar automate the process for you.
Marketing and strategy 2 years
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26:28

SPS-416: Storytelling on the Tabletop – with Paddy Finn

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
From novelist to tabletop game creator, Paddy Finn explains how he created a seven-figure company in an industry where the players come up with the stories.
Marketing and strategy 2 years
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52:45

SPS-415: AI & Aggregation with PublishDrive – with Danica Favorite

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
Danica Favorite describes the benefits of releasing wide with PD and how you can have a say on the future of AI in publishing.
Marketing and strategy 2 years
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33:57

SPS-414: Selling Books Direct with Bookvault – with Alex Smith

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
Bypass royalty cuts and sell your paperbacks and hardcovers direct to your readers with Bookvault.
Marketing and strategy 2 years
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35:40

SPS-413: Living the Bestseller Life – with Michaelbrent Collings

Episode in The Self Publishing Formula Podcast
Michaelbrent Collins is a bestselling trad- and indie-published author and screenwriter who teaches writers the principles of writing success.
Marketing and strategy 2 years
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