Writer Groupie Podcast

Hi Groupies! This week we are changing it up a little. The fantastic Stephen Zimmer is on the blog as an author interviewee. Stephen, as you may know, has been mentioned quite a lot on my podcast, Writer Groupie. He is a very inspiring author, and he’s been my friend for a lot of years, and I am so happy to have him on Writer Groupie! I did make a podcast for you below the interview, and yes, it HAS the BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! Now that it is December I can finally talk about it! Official Bio: Stephen Zimmer is an The post Writer Groupie Episode 45-Stephen Zimmer, author appeared first on Kim Smith, Author.

Welcome, Groupies! Welcome to Episode 44! Today I interview Barbara Ehrentreu, YA author and poet. Her books are If I Could Be Like Jennifer Taylor and After. In my special intro, I talk about focusing in on your niche and how it is critical for today’s book marketing world. So if you are interested in ways to be more focused on your niche, be sure to have a listen to the audio only version. _____________ Barbara Ehrentreu is published by Muse It Up Publishing and has many insights about writing. She is an editor as well, and I am happy The post Writer Groupie Episode 44 Chat with Barbara Ehrentreu, YA author/poet appeared first on Kim Smith, Author.

Book Cover Art and Design Welcome, Groupies! Welcome to Episode 43! Today I interview Aaron Drown of Aaron Drown Designs. Aaron tells us all about design work and things to look for in book cover art and things to stay away from if we are DiY-ing. In my intro, I update you on Disk of Death, my first Shannon Wallace mystery, and let you know what is going on with me and Nano. It’s only on the audio version of the podcast, so be sure to check it out. Off we go…and on with the show! _____________ Aaron Drown has The post Writer Groupie Episode 43 Book Cover Design with Aaron Drown appeared first on Kim Smith, Author.

Welcome, Groupies! This is episode 42 of the podcast, and today I chat with Sharon Stogner. Sharon is co-creator of the quirky multi-media review site I Smell Sheep, which was voted Best Review Site 2015 in the Editors and Preditors Reader’s Poll, and freelance editor(Devil in the Details Editing Services). Born and raised in NC, she received a B.S. in Biology from UNC and a Masters in Microbiology from NCSC back before cell phones became popular. Married and mother of two girls, she loves reading speculative fiction, blow’em up movies, and eating spaghetti. So, here we go…on with the show! The post Writer Groupie Ep 42-Book Reviews and Editing with Sharon Stogner appeared first on Kim Smith, Author.

Welcome, Groupies! This is episode 41 of the podcast, and today I chat with H W Vivian, author of War of Rain, Chasers, and a humor/satire book, Days of Amber, under her pen name, Alex Chu. In my intro, I talk about Disk of Death and what the latest is on that book coming out in February. I also ‘splain what a copy editor is among other fun things, so be sure to check out the audio version of the podcast for my tidbits, or the video version for the interview only. So, here we go…on with the show! _____________ The post Writer Groupie Episode 41 YA Fiction with H W Vivian appeared first on Kim Smith, Author.

Hello, Groupies! Today I talk with Kathryn Sullivan. And, this episode is our 40th interview on WG! I am rather proud of that fact and just wanted to hoot about it. If you are a new author wondering how to stand out in the crowded book market, consider starting a podcast. It’s great fun and it can help build your platform. Don’t forget to listen to the AUDIO ONLY version for the latest and greatest. See the audio link below. Now off we go, and on with the show! _____________ Kathryn Sullivan was born and raised in the Chicago suburb The post Writer Groupie Episode 40 YA Sci-fi/Fantasy with Kathryn Sullivan appeared first on Kim Smith, Author.

Welcome Groupies! This is the interview I have been promising you for a while. Due to lack of internet for a solid week, I got behind in posting, so you are getting it now. Two podcasts in one week! This is a very good thing, so I hope you enjoy it! **Remember to listen to the audio only version of the podcast for the latest info on Writer Groupie, my work, and info from the writing industry. Tips and tools you will use for producing your own work. I don’t include the audio intro on the video. ** Don’t forget–you The post Writer Groupie Episode 39 Interview with Janie Franz appeared first on Kim Smith, Author.

Good day, Groupies! After watching this episode back, I realize there are a lot of glitches in this episode. I apologize. Skype definitely was not our friend this time. If you want to hear my introduction for this show, please be sure to listen to the AUDIO ONLY version for the latest and greatest of what’s going on with me, the show, and what’s new in the writing world. See the audio link below. Don’t forget–you can see the upcoming guest list on the WG page here and I hope you enjoy each episode! Now off we go, and on The post Writer Groupie Episode 38 Orphaned books with Jennifer Anderson appeared first on Kim Smith, Author.

Since my internet debacle last week, I don’t have an interview for you this week. Janie Franz will be coming soon, and Jennifer Anderson also. You might actually get two in one week *manaical laughter*. So, here is a flyby episode for you. This one is about productivity and writing down our ideas. We all know how terrible it is when we let an idea slip through our fingers. I had this happen many times when I was a new writer. But in this podcast, I examine ways to prevent the loss of ideas. When you capture an idea, you The post Writer Groupie Flyby Episode – Productivity and Ideas appeared first on Kim Smith, Author.

Welcome to October and the start of a whole new month of Writer Groupie! On the audio portion of the show, I catch you up to date on industry news, what’s the latest from me, and who’s coming on the show today. I will always have good stuff in the intro to the audio (podcast) so be sure to tune in either here on the blog or at iTunes. Now off we go, and on with the show! _____________ My guests this week are Margaret and Kat King, also known as, The King Twins. You may remember they came on The post Writer Groupie Episode 37 The Entertaining King Twins appeared first on Kim Smith, Author.

Hey, WG fans! This episode sort of kicks off new and great things for the podcast. In this episode (AUDIO ONLY!) I actually have an introduction to the show, information for writers, what’s coming next from me, and so on. I think you will be greatly informed, and entertained, so be sure to listen to the AUDIO ONLY version for the latest and greatest. (it was too much editing to do another video with me chatting about upcoming stuff so it will always be on the AUDIO ONLY version of the show. See the audio link below. This show also The post Writer Groupie Episode 36 Writing Historical Thrillers with Jeanne Lyet Gassman appeared first on Kim Smith, Author.

How to Write More Books In this flyby edition of Writer Groupie Podcast, I talk about how to get more books out of you. And you don’t have to even write fast to accomplish it. Check out this podcast, and I hope it encourages you. Writer Groupie Podcast brings you discussions, insights, and insider details on planning, producing, promoting, and profiting as a writer. Welcome to Writer Groupie! [powerpress]http://www.kimsmithauthor.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Writer-Groupie-Podcast-Flyby-Episode-How-To-Write-More-Books.m4a[/powerpress] Thanks for listening! You can find show notes, contact form, and more at http://www.kimsmithauthor.com/writergroupie The post Writer Groupie Podcast- Flyby Episode How To Write More Books appeared first on Kim Smith, Author.

I was far too exhausted to type out a long post-so I created a flyby episode for Writer Groupie instead. Needless to say, I am full of things to come for all my fans and followers. Why else do you think I haven’t been posting? Here it is, short though it may be. It is still full of some stuff you may be interested in – all that coming soon stuff you love! ______________________________________________ Writer Groupie Podcast brings you discussions, insights, and insider details on planning, producing, promoting, and profiting as a writer. Welcome to Writer Groupie! [powerpress]http://www.kimsmithauthor.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Writer-Groupie-Flyby-Episode-Imaginarium-2015.m4a[/powerpress] Thanks for The post Writer Groupie Flyby Episode – Imaginarium 2015 appeared first on Kim Smith, Author.

Robert Williscroft is a fantastic science fiction author, speaker, and professional whose latest novel, Slingshot is now available on Amazon for pre-order. Robert is full of great information and inspiration for authors, so I am excited to have him on Writer Groupie Podcast. In this episode, we discuss his journey from idea to story, and upcoming events. SHOW NOTES: Discussion about what sent him off on a writing journey that ultimately became Slingshot. Details about what a space slingshot is (or could be/will be one day!) Inside info about the sequel to Slingshot, The Starchild Compact. Slingshot purchase details and The post Writer Groupie Episode 34 Robert Williscroft, Slingshot appeared first on Kim Smith, Author.

Judy Alter is a fantastic mystery author whose latest mystery, Desperate for Death is now available. She is full of great information and inspiration for authors, so I am excited to have her on Writer Groupie Podcast. In this episode, we discuss her journey as an author and how publishing has gone for this recent release. SHOW NOTES: We learn about Judy’s journey as a writer, beginning with short stories She tells us about her series, the Kelly O’Connell mysteries, and the character of Kelly We learn why some of her covers have a Western flair Insider info on Sisters The post Writer Groupie Episode 33: Judy Alter, mystery author appeared first on Kim Smith, Author.