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300 Earning Income as a Writer
Are you a writer who’s trying to figure out how to earn an income? Join Kathi Lipp as she talks with her friend and published author, Rachel Lewis, about how writers can make money while doing the thing they love. In this episode, Kathi and Rachel discuss: Why it’s...
299 Building Your Writing Career on a Budget
Do writers ever get to the point where they don’t have to worry about money? Probably not. Most of us must have a budget. Today Kathi talks with financial coach Cassie Rajewich about how to launch a writing career on a budget. Here are her three key points: Have a...
298 The Author’s Guide to Outlining Your Book in a Day Part 2: How to Outline
Do you have a concept or an idea for a book but no idea how to begin your outline? Kathi Lipp is back with her editor, Kathleen Kerr, to discuss the key elements of outlining and how to write your own. In this episode, you’ll learn: How they outlined Kathi’s current...
297 The Author’s Guide to Outlining Your Book in a Day Part 1: Why Outline
Grab your favorite blanket and a sweet treat and settle in with Kathi and her editor Kathleen Kerr as they talk all things outlining! Whether you have thousands of words written or are still in the brainstorming stage, an outline is just what you need to write faster...
296 Where to Pitch Yourself as a Podcast Guest
While creatives used to try and get featured on blogs, the rise of podcasts has led creatives to begin pitching themselves as podcast guests. Since podcasts are still a new endeavor for so many people, Kathi Lipp is joined by her podcast producer, Tiffany Jo Baker, to...
295 One Day Challenge: 15 Minute Podcast Pitch
Do you want to be a guest on a podcast, but you aren’t sure how to go about pitching yourself and your message? Kathi Lipp’s very own podcast producer, Tiffany Jo Baker, is joining the conversation today to help you prepare a solid podcast pitch you can use in the...
294 How to Create a World in Your Story with Setting
Do you struggle to write settings for your stories? Are you worried about writing too many descriptions—or not enough? Today, Kathi Lipp is joined by author Susy Flory to dive into this very topic. In this episode, Kathi and Susy discuss: The importance of a setting....
293 How to Create Compelling Stories Part 4 – Your Book is an Act of Translation
Every person has an internal jumble of thoughts, feelings, dreams, and desires. It can be complicated! How do you, as a writer, put all of those inner feelings and experiences into words? In this podcast, best-selling author Susy Flory explains that your story is an...
292 How to Create Compelling Stories Part 3 – Discovering the Story
Have you ever tried uncovering your story as you write? This is the topic of today’s episode, as Kathi Lipp and Susy Flory continue their conversation about how to write compelling stories. Listen in and learn: What garage sales taught Susy about writing stories. The...
291 How to Create Compelling Stories Part 2 – The Particularities
Best-selling author Susy Flory has learned much about writing compelling stories over the past few years. This week she returns to the podcast, talking with host Kathi Lipp about how to use key moments to bring intangible themes to life. Listen in and learn...
290 How to Create Compelling Stories Part 1 – Getting Started
Have you ever gotten stuck while trying to write the opening scene of your book? Join Kathi Lipp and bestselling author Susy Flory as they discuss how to approach the opening scene of a book. In this episode, you will learn: How to help your reader get into the story....
289 What is a Funnel and Why Do I Need One?
What is a funnel and when do you need one? Listen in as Kathi talks with her favorite guest, Roger Lipp, about taking your readers and listeners on a journey using these five steps: Build awareness through consistent and quality content. Connect with those who are...
288 One Day Challenge March – The One Hour Business Plan Challenge
Are you overwhelmed by the idea of writing down your business plan? Today, Kathi Lipp is joined by the director of Writing at the Red House and the Collective, Cassie Rajewich, to discuss the March business plan challenge. In this episode, Kathi and Cassie discuss:...
287 Your Author Business Plan – How to Build One in an Hour
Are you an author intimidated by the idea of creating a business plan? There are a lot of complicated options out there, but Kathi and Roger Lipp offer a simpler solution for authors! In this episode, they will help you think through: Realistic plans and goals for...
286 Your Author Business Plan – Why You Need One Today
Have you wondered whether you should create a business plan? Today, Kathi Lipp is joined by her husband, Roger Lipp, to discuss why some people don’t have a business plan and the biggest reasons why you need to have one. In this episode, Kathi and Roger explain: The...