พอดคาสท์ INDIE CLUB ชั้นนำ (2024)

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011 - Which Author Show Should I Go To? 52:27

3d ago52:27

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It's the Indie Writers Club! Links: The Self Publishing Show Live! https://learnselfpublishing.com/spslive Author Nation (Vegas): https://www.authornation.live/ Ireland's Publishing Show (March): https://irelandspublishingshow.com/ NINC (Florida, September): https://ninc.com/ In this episode, James and Cara progress during NaNoWriMo, the importance…

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11 Somebody Told Me: Referrals 33:47

8d ago33:47

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We met up in Norwich this week (thanks, half term) to plan out our upcoming episodes. We’ve got topics up to #20, but we always welcome suggestions. Themes include tone of voice (suggested by Amy Nolan), software, and copywriting (it’s probably about time). Today’s episode is called Somebody Told Me, and we talk about how inbound referrals can boos…

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010 - How Much do Indie Authors Earn? 1:21:09

11d ago1:21:09

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Useful links: WWM Survey: indiewritersclub.com/survey Publish Drive Offer: indiewritersclub.com/publishdrive Join the Discord Discussion: indiewritersclub.com/discord In this episode of the Indie Writers Club, Cara and James discuss their personal updates, including writing progress and the upcoming NaNoWriMo challenge. The conversation shifts to t…

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009 - How to Get Reviews (and deal with bad ones) 1:02:58

17d ago1:02:58

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James and Cara discuss the importance of book reviews in building an author's reputation. The conversation delves into strategies for obtaining reviews, the significance of targeting the right audience, and how to handle negative feedback with resilience and perspective. Links: Publish Drive offer: indiewritersclub.com/publishdrive Discord Server: …

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008 - Why Your Books Don't Sell - Part 2 1:06:22

24d ago1:06:22

1:06:22

In episode 008, James & Cara continue to analyse the key ingredients that maybe missing from your book, for your ads to generate sales. Check out the amazing offer from Publish Drive, 50% off annual subscription plans! https://publishdrive.com/50-off-all-yearly-plans Learn Self Publishing's Ads for Authors course is open: https://learnselfpublishin…

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10 Paranoid Android: AI 39:10

25d ago39:10

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Hi, Mel here, Today’s episode is called Paranoid Android, and it’s all about AI. Specifically, generative AI. Even more specifically, the large language model (LLM) kind. Think ChatGPT and the suchlike. This one's a re-record because my mic - despite being plugged in and switched on - wasn't picked up by the software. Even though the software said …

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007 - Why Your Books Don't Sell - Part 1 1:08:59

1M ago1:08:59

1:08:59

In this episode of the Indie Writers Club, hosts James and Cara discuss the importance of having a well-prepared book package for successful advertising, the impact of AI on the publishing industry, and the significance of understanding genre expectations. They also share personal updates, insights on social media dynamics for authors, and the nece…

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006 - What else can you do as a writer? 41:20

1M ago41:20

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Summary In this episode of the Indie Writers Club, hosts Cara Clare and James Blatch discuss alternative income streams for writers, focusing on ghostwriting and non-fiction opportunities. They explore the benefits of ghostwriting, including collaborative writing processes and reliable income, while also emphasizing the importance of diversifying i…

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09 Shiny Happy People: Personal Brands 46:25

1M ago46:25

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Hallo, Ben here, Today’s episode is called Shiny Happy People, and it’s all about building a personal brand. Mel and I dig into what a personal brand actually is, and what having one might do for your business. Have you got a personal brand? Do you want one?? Do you need one??? In this show, we’ll ask and answer all those questions and more. As a s…

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005 - Can TikTok Still Sell Books? 47:30

2M ago47:30

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James & Cara discuss TikTok and it's impact on the book market and whether it's still a place where authors can find new readers. Useful links: Our TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@indie.writers.clu The Discord Server: indiewritersclub.com/discord PublishDrive: publishdrive.com Summary In this episode of the Indie Writers Club, hosts Cara Clare and …

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004 - Author Scams 31:04

2M ago31:04

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Cara & James discuss the many scams awaiting the unwary indie author. Sign up for alerts and never miss an episode: indiewritersclub.com Join the discussion: indiewritersclub.com/discord Shownotes for 004 Links: https://www.alamy.com/ - Huge library of archive photographs, including publicity and news. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rubyroe/n…

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08 Chasing Rainbows: Business Plans 37:22

2M ago37:22

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Hi, Mel and Ben here, Today’s episode is called Chasing Rainbows, and it’s all about business planning. There’s a strong theme of “do as we say, not as we do” in this episode 🙃. We both tend to approach our business planning with the start point of, “how do we want our family life to look?” We both have young children and share school run duties wi…

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003 - To Plot Or Pants 40:36

2M ago40:36

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Summary In this episode, Cara Clare and James Blatch discuss their writing progress and strategies. They talk about their word count goals and the challenges of writing during the summer holidays. They also discuss the benefits of accountability and writing sprints. The conversation then shifts to the topic of plotting and pantsing. Cara shares her…

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002 - Character vs Plot. 44:41

2M ago44:41

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Summary In this episode, James and Cara discuss the balance between character and plot in writing. They share their own writing projects and word count goals, and explore how different genres prioritize character development and plot progression. They also discuss the importance of finding the right balance between character and plot to create a sa…

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001 - What is the Indie Writers Club? 18:48

2M ago18:48

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Summary In this episode, hosts Cara Clare and James Blatch introduce themselves and the purpose of the podcast. They discuss their backgrounds as authors and their experiences in the publishing industry. They also explain how listeners can get involved in the podcast through the Discord server and Facebook group. The hosts emphasize that the podcas…

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07 A Design For Life: creating for yourself 52:13

2M ago52:13

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I’ve got a special guest co-host this time, because Ben’s been on paternity leave. This one’s called A Design For Life and features the lovely Dan Nelken. In this episode we talk about the importance of creating stuff for ourselves. It’s a long one, as we covered a lot of ground. Dan explains how adding structure into your routine can improve your …

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06 I Bet You Look Good On The Timeline 36:21

3M ago36:21

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This episode is called I Bet You Look Good on the Timeline, and we’re talking about everyone’s favourite/most hated social media platform… LinkedIn. In the episode we talk about how incredible LinkedIn and how much Mel (hi) loves it. Ben is… slightly less enamoured. We went to top LinkerInner and Friend Of The Show Dave Harland for a voice note abo…

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The Indie Writers Club is coming... 1:00

3M ago1:00

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News of a new podcast for writers from James Blatch. Join the alerts list at indiewritersclub.com Support the showโดย James Blatch & Cara Thurlbourn

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05 Flaming Lips: Public Speaking 36:10

3M ago36:10

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This episode is called Flaming Lips, and we’re talking about public speaking as a way to build your profile and attract more clients. We’ve both spoken on large stages, and one of the reasons we wanted to start a podcast was to… * improve our public speaking * get more speaking gigs, both in-person and on podcasts In the talk we mention Ben’s speak…

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04 A Little Respect: Client Relationships 36:35

4M ago36:35

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This episode is called A Little Respect, and we’re talking about Client Relationships. We’ve got a contribution from creative force of nature Jodie Newman at The Business Allotment and as always we shout out an indie business owner we think is ace. One thing that came out in the discussion is just how much running an indie business relies on having…

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03 All Together Now: COMMUNITIES 34:24

4M ago34:24

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This episode is called All Together Now and we’re talking COMMUNITIES. We’ve both been part of various communities as freelancers, and in this episode we mention… Freelancer Magazine including its virtual co-working sessions and The Marketing Movement on LinkedIn by editor Sophie Cross. You Are The Media including the annual event Creator Day by Ma…

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02 It's Oh So Quiet: Finding Clients 38:51

5M ago38:51

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Ben McKinney and Mel Barfield discuss strategies for attracting clients during economic downturns, emphasising the importance of diversifying marketing efforts, posting on LinkedIn, and avoiding relying solely on one platform or approach. They also discuss the value of authenticity, consistency, and specificity in leveraging social media platforms …

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01 Fools Gold: Pricing your projects 41:11

5M ago41:11

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Ben McKinney and Mel Barfield discuss pricing strategies for freelancers and small business owners. They emphasise the importance of understanding value propositions, having a sales process, and being confident in pricing. They also addressed gender disparities in confidence and pricing, with findings from Ben's call for writers revealing a consist…

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00 What's The Story? 10:00

5M ago10:00

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Mel Barfield and Ben McKinney have been learning all about podcasts. Especially about how microphones work. And how they don’t. First sound guy (and sound guy) Ant informed Ben his microphone was back to front. Then Ant insisted an episode be re-recorded because Mel’s mic was “way too hot”. All good fun though. This episode is “What’s The Story” - …

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Podcast trailer 1:49

5M ago1:49

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A podcast for independent creatives. Packed with tips, advice, and food for thought for freelancers, founders, and business owners in creative industries. Hosted by Mel Barfield and Ben McKinney. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit barfieldandmckinney.substack.com/sub…

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Barfield & McKinney's Podcast Experiment: BALANCE 11:47

7M ago11:47

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Hi, Mel here, Ben and I went back to our roots on Monday by using whatsapp voicenotes to record our recap. Hence the varying audio levels… SORRY 😬 This was the last Barfield & McKinney in its current form because as of next month we’ll be recording proper podcast episodes under our new name… Indie Business Club Podcast Which will be properly audio …

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Barfield & McKinney's Podcast Experiment 8:18

8M ago8:18

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Save the date: Our next LI live audio event is on Monday 15th April at 12 noon. Topic: BALANCE. We’ll send the link nearer the time. The “Millennial Pause” at the start of this video is magnificent. At least I didn’t laugh though. Ben and I spoke about how and why some freelancers and small business owners might like to get their voices out there. …

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OVERSHARING recap - Barfield & McKinney 9:50

8M ago9:50

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Hi gang, Mel here. ⏰NEXT B&M (on public speaking): Monday 25th March 12:30-13:30⏰ Here’s a recap we recorded just for audio (hence I’m not looking to camera) but then we thought hey, why not throw the vid out too? All in the interest of oversharing, of course. I spoke at Digital Women Live on Monday, on the topic of getting over yourself and postin…

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Barfield & McKinney's Podcast Experiment 9:53

9M ago9:53

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Hi, Mel here. On 14th February we shamelessly crowbarred in a Valentine’s Day theme - Client Relationships 💞 We spoke about how to foster a great relationship with your clients before, during and after a freelance project. It all relies on the foundations you’ve laid and how well you’ve managed expectations. On both sides. We spoke about… * how you…

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Barfield & McKinney's Podcast Experiment 16:32

9M ago16:32

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Hi, Mel here. Before the recap, huge thanks to Ralph Cunningham and Nikki Pilkington for being our first paid subscribers 🥹💖 And on the subject of love and appreciation, our next LinkedIn audio event is on Valentine's Day Wednesday 14th February at midday (UK time). Our topic is CLIENT RELATIONSHIPS. Join our LinkedIn event here so LinkedIn nag-rem…

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How to Grow a Travel Audience In 2024 30:03

11M ago30:03

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Ever wondered how to turn your travel passion into a thriving online venture? Dive into this episode with Kyle Kroeger—Founder & CEO at ViaTravelers—as he shares the secrets behind transforming a personal blog into a global travel platform. Host Ben Aston explores Kyle's content strategy, audience engagement tactics, and innovative monetization met…

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Wizard's Brew, by Jordan Reed 49:46

12M ago49:46

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Kate and Orland discuss how to respond to voices in your head, where to find dating prospects, and brownies. Next time's book: Shadow of Theron by Kathryn Troy By the way, the word is medieval.โดย Kate and Orland Bateman

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Waybound, Cradle: Volume 12, by Will Wight 1:06:21

1y ago1:06:21

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Kate and Orland discuss Will's aversion to romance, the morality of sacrificing one for the many, and snarky voices in our heads. Thank you Will Wight for the great ride! A couple announcements: First, we apologize for the late release! We will be pushing back our backlog by one month to give each of these books the time they deserve. Second, we ar…

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A Summoner Awakens, by Kerberos 1:01:41

1+ y ago1:01:41

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Kate and Orland discuss ghosts, muscles and romance, and the importance of the right accessories in a 52-card magic system. A big thank you to everyone who has asked us to review their book or has provided us with book recommendations. We will be covering several of them in the next few months. Talk to you next time when we chat about Waybound, by …

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Beware of Chicken, by CasualFarmer 57:36

1+ y ago57:36

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Kate and Orland are joined by their beautiful, opinionated co-host and discuss farming, profound principles, and the benefits of pocket rats. As a reminder, we are holding a survey of which book from the Cradle series to read during the month of August in honor of Waybound's release (Kate recommends book 12). Let us know your thoughts at indiefanta…

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System Change, by SunriseCV 1:00:27

1+ y ago1:00:27

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Kate and Orland record a full episode and leave it on their desktop! Whoops. Kate and Orland vaguely remember discussing something about bunnies... Watership Down? Nah... there was definitely some mention of voids and capes. The book that we will discuss next is Beware of Chicken, by Casual Farmerโดย Kate and Orland Bateman

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Apocalypse Tamer, by Maxime J. Durand AKA Void Herald 59:09

1+ y ago59:09

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Kate and Orland discuss Jurassic pets, your elderly neighbor, and Pokemon. Thanks for coming back to the podcast! Talk to you next time when we chat about: System Change: A LitRPG Adventure (System Universe Book 1)โดย Kate and Orland Bateman

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How To Successfully Flip Niche Sites For Six-Figure Earnings (with Chelsea Clarke from HerPaperRoute Media) 34:34

1+ y ago34:34

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Learn from Chelsea Clarke—Founder of HerPaperRoute Media—how to successfully buy and flip niche sites for six-figure earnings.โดย Ben Aston

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How To Develop Ad Inventory That Sells & Performs (with Abby Mercado from Rescripted) 38:57

1+ y ago38:57

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Ben Aston is joined by Abby Mercado—Co-Founder & CEO at Rescripted. Listen to learn how to develop ad inventory that sells and performs.โดย Ben Aston

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How To Relaunch A Media Company (Stephen Regenold from AllGear Digital) 28:46

1+ y ago28:46

28:46

Ben Aston is joined by Stephen Regenold—Vice President of Strategy at AllGear Digital. Listen to learn how to relaunch a media company.โดย Ben Aston

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Nova Terra Titan, by Seth Ring 1:19:21

2y ago1:19:21

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Kate and Orland discuss trusting slimeballs in RPGs, living life in a virtual world, and wandering out into the woods by yourself -- safe for titans, not safe for werewolves. Check out Warwagon on Audible! Send us recommendations for great books (or decent and entertaining books) at indiefantasybookclub@gmail.com Next month's book: Apocolypse Tamer…

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How To Launch A World-Class Branded Podcast (with Steve Pratt from The Creativity Business) 35:51

2y ago35:51

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Ben Aston is joined by Steve Pratt—the Founder & Lead Content Strategist at The Creativity Business. Listen to learn how to launch a world-class branded podcast.โดย Ben Aston

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Apocalypse Redux, by Jakob Greif 54:51

2y ago54:51

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Kate and Orland discuss how many men are necessary in the apocalypse, sturdy ankles, and regulating impossible to regulate magic. Next Month's Book: Nova Terra Titan series book 1, by Seth Ring (thank you Godfried for the recommendation) Support the podcast by checking out the TIFB t-shirt. And call your mother in the apocalypse!…

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The Mark of the Fool, by J.M. Clarke 51:03

2y ago51:03

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Kate and Orland discuss the idea of perfection, university ptsd, and the essence of responsibility. Next Month's Book: Apocalypse Redux Book 1, by Jakob H. Greif Support the podcast by checking out the TIFB t-shirt!โดย Kate and Orland Bateman

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Defiance of the Fall: Book 1, by J.F. Brink 49:18

2y ago49:18

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Kate and Orland discuss dating in the apocalypse, mysteries of the dao, and hatchets vs axes (and what could actually be used to dismember a body). Next Month's Book: Mark of the Fool by J.M. Clarke. We want suggestions! If you've written a book that your mom likes, then send us the link so we can check it out. indiefantasybookclub@gmail.com Suppor…

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How To Scale Content And Links Like Billion Dollar Brands (with Brad Smith from Wordable, uSERP, and Codeless) 45:27

2y ago45:27

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Ben Aston is joined by Brad Smith, CEO of 3 content companies—Wordable, uSERP, and Codeless. Listen to learn how to scale content and links like billion-dollar brands.โดย Ben Aston

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Unsouled: Cradle Book 1, by Will Wight 53:52

2y ago53:52

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Kate and Orland discuss the woes of double-clicking while editing, the joys of plundering pie, and whether or not you should wait for your Master's remnant. Consensus: Loved it! Made things relatively tame since we agreed. Next week: Defiance of the Fall Book 1, by J.F. Brink You can find Kelpy Bogs' new book: The Warwagon Saga: a litRPG adventure,…

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Minimum Wage Magic: DFZ Book 1, by Rachel Aaron 52:20

2y ago52:20

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Kate and Orland discuss loan sharks, mages who are bad at magic, robotic body parts, and relationships with baggage. You can find Kate's new book: The Warwagon Saga: a litRPG adventure, on Amazon. Support the podcast by checking out the TIFB t-shirt!โดย Kate and Orland Bateman

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Warwagon PSA 0:36

2+ y ago0:36

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Help end chronic booklessness; check out The Warwagon Saga: Book 1 on Amazon. To be an Architect is to take risks. Being kidnapped by the Sentient Computer Overlord of an alien planet and turned into a nymph doesn’t fit into Axel’s life plan, not that he had a plan, but certainly choosing what to do after college wouldn’t be as hard as fighting car…

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Legend of the Arch Magus: The Expansion, by Michael Sisa 44:43

2+ y ago44:43

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Kate and Orland discuss city building, assassins, and when it is okay to take over someone else's body. Big thank you to David for next month's book: Minimum Wage Magic, by Rachel Aaron Orland has a special request: Find us a small press or independent apocalyptic litRPG that he hasn't read yet. Bonus points if it has a romance Kate approves of. Pl…

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