Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks

Hello and welcome to the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks show, a series designed to give you insight into the world of self-publishing and marketing your books. We’ll share a bit of our own insights into the craft of writing, self-publishing, and marketing books, but we’ll also interview established indie authors who will share their insights into self-publishing and promotion in today's market.

Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 100 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks, a education show with 100 episodes published.

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  Episode #98

  SPTT 098 – Permafree, Newsletters, and Growing a Romance Author Brand

  Feb 15, 202654 minS8

  <p>Episode 098</p><p>Released on: February 15, 2026</p><p> </p><p>On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, we sit down with romance author T L Russ to talk about building a feel-good brand filled with heart, heat, and unforgettable banter. From her journey into self-publishing and rapid release to the realities of time management, newsletters, and trope-driven marketing, she shares what it really takes to grow a loyal reader base in today’s romance market. We also dive into permafree strategy, series bibles, small-town worldbuilding, and how she keeps readers invested across interconnected stories. If you love swo...

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  Episode #100

  SPTT 100 – 100 Episodes Later, Here’s What We Learned About Self-Publishing

  Feb 15, 202642 minS8

  <p>Episode 100</p><p>Released on: March 15, 2026</p><p> </p><p>On this special final episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, the hosts come together one last time to reflect on the journey that began with a simple idea and grew into one hundred conversations about writing, publishing, and building an author career. Original co-host Morgan Lee returns to join the discussion as the group looks back on the lessons they have learned, the fears they once hadas new authors, and how their perspectives on publishing have evolved over the past several years. From experimenting with marketing strategies to d...

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  Episode #97

  SPTT 097 – Writing Deep Scenes by Martha Alderson and Jordan Rosenfeld

  Feb 1, 202651 minS8

  <p>Episode 097</p><p>Released on: February 1, 2026</p><p> </p><p>On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, we dive into Writing Deep Scenes by Martha Alderson and Jordan Rosenfeld. We unpack how this craft book breaks down scenes into three powerful layers, action, emotion, and theme, and explore how understanding those elements can transform revision into a process of precision rather than expansion. Whether you're a planner or a discovery writer, this conversation sheds light on practical ways to sharpen your storytelling, diagnose weak scenes, and deepen emotional impact with intention. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion o...

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  Episode #99

  SPTT 099 – The Relaxed Author by Joanna Penn and Mark Leslie Lefebvre

  Feb 1, 202659 minS8

  <p>Episode 099</p><p>Released on: March 1, 2026</p><p> </p><p>In this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, we dive into The Relaxed Author by Joanna Penn and Mark Leslie Lefebvre and explore what it really means to build a sustainable writing life. We discuss how their perspective challenges the pressure to constantly produce, market, and optimize, and instead encourages authors to think long term, embrace flexibility, and define success on their own terms. From reframing incubation time as real creative work to shifting revision from expansion to precision, this conversation unpacks the practical and mindset shifts that c...

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  Episode #96

  SPTT 096 – From Firefighter to Full-Time Author

  Jan 16, 202653 minS8

  <p>Episode 096</p><p>Released on: January 15, 2026</p><p> </p><p>On this episode of the Self-Publishing Tips & Tricks podcast, we chat with multi-genre author A. Adeshile, whose stories span everything from epic fantasy to paranormal romance to post-apocalyptic thrillers. He shares how he made the leap from firefighter to full-time writer, and how his background in psychology, anime, and tabletop gaming influences his character-driven, emotionally layered storytelling. We explore his interconnected story universe, how he juggles multiple genres, and why letting go of perfection is essential for growth. If you’ve ever struggled to finish your book or wondered how...

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