Most authors have an incomplete or faulty understanding of what marketing is. In this episode, Ella breaks down what marketing actually is, why she LOVES marketing, and how a new understanding of marketing will lead to abundant results.Links f

How the Law of Attraction Really Works with Ella Barnard

Jul 26th, 2022 51m 9s

It's just me in this one... sharing a story about what it actually looks like when the Law of Attraction is making things happen for you. Plus, a bit about how my coaching and programs could help you become an empowered, successful indie author

Write For You: Following Your Own Path Writing Taboo And Erotic Romance With Sierra Simone

Jul 19th, 2022 1h 11m

Writing can be a joyous experience until all the pressures on what to write come crashing down on you. Sometimes, trying to write what your agent wants takes away all the spark and passion you have for writing. Today's guest, Sierra Simone, is

A Memoir Told Through Books By Zibby Owens

Jul 12th, 2022 40m 4s

Writing a memoir is a challenge not only in terms of writing but in sharing stories that connect people. Today’s guest has taken on that challenge. Zibby Owens is an author, podcaster, publisher, CEO, and founder of Zibby Owens Media, a private

Finding Your Community As A Self-Publishing Author With Wendy Vella

Jul 5th, 2022 49m 33s

A writing community is very important to have, especially if you're starting as a self-publishing author. You need to find a tribe that thinks like you. Join Ella Barnard as she talks to historical romance author, Wendy Vella about finding a co

Pouring The Ego Sauce On Loving Your Book With Renee Rose

Jun 28th, 2022 1h 2m

Be open to opportunities around you and love what you do. In this episode, Renee Rose shares her experience of having the best outcome in her life by following her guts. She had a degree in creative writing and knew she would be a writer. Her o

An Author’s Guide To Building Multiple Streams Of Income And Creating An Empire With Willow Winters

Jun 21st, 2022 53m 12s

There is so much more authors can do with their books. In fact, it need not only provide you with one income stream. You can leverage them to provide you with multiple streams of income. Today's guest is proof that this is possible. Ella Barnar

A Healthy Community Challenge: Writing #20kIn5Days With Tasha L. Harrison

Jun 14th, 2022 1h 2m

Every one of us has an inborn talent. Some are already visible at a young age, but some are just not that apparent until they grow up and discover it for themselves. Tasha L. Harrison, our guest today, knew writing was her passion and was confi

How To Write Successful Cozy Mysteries As An Indie Author With Cheryl Phipps

Jun 7th, 2022 55m 50s

How do you succeed in writing cozy mysteries? Ella Barnard welcomes Cheryl Phipps, a USA Today best-selling romance author. Cheryl advises how you want more people to look guilty or have the potential to be the criminal. Then there should be lo

How To Write Successful Cozy Mysteries As An Indie Author With Cheryl Phipps

Jun 7th, 2022 55m 50s

Why It Pays To Choose Yourself With Lexi Ryan

May 31st, 2022 1h 6m

Many writers, if not most, wear multiple hats while pursuing their author’s journey. There are moments when you need to prioritize and choose yourself. Here to share how she did it is Lexi Ryan. Lexi is a romance and YA fantasy author working i

Going From KU To Wide Marketing With Courtney/Lyra Parish

May 24th, 2022 57m 59s

KU publishing or Kindle Unlimited can be good for new authors but wide marketing is still the best way to go. You can your backlist first then go wide after so that you can reach more readers. Marketing is very important especially if you're ne

Lee Savino: How Doing What You Love Leads To A Millionaire Author Mindset

May 17th, 2022 56m 22s

So many books out there dive deep into how to earn millions in the easiest and fastest ways possible. But for Lee Savino, she achieved her millionaire author mindset not just because of financial strategies but also by investing time in what sh

Bring Your Marketable Voice Front And Center With Nana Malone

May 10th, 2022 1h 4m

For a writer's work to succeed and thrive, one needs to find their marketable voice. They need to make let their personality shine through their words. In this episode, Ella Barnard teams up with bestselling author Nana Malone to talk about the

Writing Midlife Romances And How To Succeed As An Author With L.B. Dunbar

May 3rd, 2022 52m 46s

Many people want to read about midlife romances involving characters who are over 40 having a second chance at romance. Ella Barnard welcomes L.B. Dunbar, the author of over 30 romance novels, including Small-Town World and Rock Star Mayhem. L.

Connecting With Your Tribe As An Indie Author With Maddie Syn

Apr 26th, 2022 57m 34s

As an aspiring author, you need to find your tribe, your community. If you are indie publishing, a group of people who are in the same boat as you is all you need. This is what SciFi romance writer, Maddie Syn did. She is an independent author

Finding Creative Inspiration In Real Life With Oriana Leckert

Apr 26th, 2022 50m

As a writer or creative of any media, finding creative inspiration that resonates with an audience can be hard. For today’s guest, the inspiration that came from her life, and her community helped her achieve that balance. Oriana Leckert is the

Co-Writing And Customizing Your Author Process With Tasha Black

Apr 19th, 2022 59m 8s

Every literary genre has something refreshing to bring to the table. Paranormal romance writer Tasha Black recalls how co-writing with other authors helped her keep bringing exciting stories to her avid readers. She believes that collaboration

When Inspiration Meets Smart Marketing With Ines Johnson

Apr 12th, 2022 47m 56s

The key to being a successful self-published author isn’t just writing stories. You also need to have smart marketing that attracts a loyal audience. In this episode, Ella Barnard chats with romance author Ines Johnson on how she balanced inspi

How Authors Can Cultivate A Powerful Abundance Mindset With Alana Terry

Apr 5th, 2022 57m 12s

Do you believe the myth that you can’t be artistically and commercially successful at the same time? Ella Barnard sits with Alana Terry, a 6-figure author of more than forty published novels, to talk about the abundance mindset. Alana shares he

Pivoting & Learning Until It Works With Lana Dash

Mar 29th, 2022 56m 6s

Starting your author's journey isn't always the smoothest. You have to do a lot of pivoting until you find what works for you and your audience. In this episode, Lana Dash joins host Ella Barnard to talk about how she's done the work of continu

Pivoting & Learning Until It Works With Lana Dash

Mar 29th, 2022 56m 6s

Finding The Writer Within: Bringing Your Stories To Life With Sage Adderley

Mar 22nd, 2022 52m 35s

Your journey to writing involves overcoming a lot of roadblocks. Technicalities and standardizations are set for artists to follow, but these are exactly what can hinder you from finding the writer within. Masterful writer’s coach Sage Adderley

L.A. Boruff On The Joys of Co-Writing And Finding Your Niche

Mar 15th, 2022 52m 14s

Not many authors are familiar with the concept of co-writing, and some may even be wary of it. USA Today Bestselling Author L.A. (Lainie) Boruff is here to soothe your thoughts. Lainie is the co-author of beloved paranormal women's fiction seri

Kickstarter: Bringing Creative Projects To Life With Russell Nohelty

Mar 8th, 2022 1h 15m

Tips and tricks on kickstarting your creative ideas are okay, but finding a home for your concepts is even better. Bestselling author Russell Nohelty believes that art and creative expression are essential to society. Russell joins Ella Barnard