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Unstoppable Authors
Unstoppable Authors
Unstoppable Authors

Indie authors Angeline Trevena, Holly Lyne and Julia Scott discuss their adventures in self publishing and writer life. Episodes every Monday, juggled... more

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Episodes

Episode 195: The End

Hi folks. This is our last episode (for now) as we each move on to other things. We talk about... more

03 Jul 2023 · 45 minutes
Episode 194: Author Pet Peeves

This week, Angeline, Holly & Julia get it all off their chests! They talk about the things in writing and... more

26 Jun 2023 · 36 minutes
Episode 193: AI for Authors

This week, Angeline, Holly, Julia and Shane dig deep into the hot topic of AI and how authors can use... more

19 Jun 2023 · 1 hour, 18 minutes
Episode 192: Why Creatives Need a New Approach to Productivity with Lisa Zawrotny

This week, Angeline talks to productivity coach Lisa Zawrotny, who works with multi-passionate creatives to develop a different approach to... more

12 Jun 2023 · 53 minutes
Episode 191: Author Branding with A.E. Kincaid

This week, Holly chats with humourous fantasy author, A.E. Kincaid. They discuss getting started in self-publishing and moving on to... more

05 Jun 2023 · 46 minutes
Episode 190: Motivation to Start and Finish Your Novel with Cassie Newell

This week, Julia interviews Sassy Writing Coach, Cassie Newell and talk about her book 'Writer Fuel' on how to stay... more

29 May 2023 · 55 minutes
Episode 189: Writing Romantic Subplots

This week, Angeline, Holly & Julia discuss how to write romantic subplots, whatever your primary genre. They cover the dos... more

22 May 2023 · 42 minutes
Episode 188: Turning Your Passion into a Business with Shelly Zev

This week, Angeline talks to editor, librarian, and all-round literature enthusiast, Shelly Zev. They chat about how to keep your... more

15 May 2023 · 40 minutes
Episode 187: How To Map Your World with Angeline Trevena

This week, Julia interviews our worldbuilding warrior, Angeline Trevena about bookish maps and the release of her latest worldbuilding guide... more

08 May 2023 · 34 minutes
Episode 186: London Book Fair and the Rise of AI

This week, Holly reflects on her trip to London Book Fair. She covers: The location Her book research The pros... more

01 May 2023 · 29 minutes
Episode 185: Science-Fiction Subgenres and Crossovers

This week, Angeline and Julia take a look at a list of science-fiction subgenres. They discuss the definition of each,... more

24 Apr 2023 · 47 minutes
Episode 184: Audiobooks with Narrator and Voice Actor Jillian Yetter

This week, Julia chats to audiobook narrator Jillian Yetter. They cover: The importance of audiobooks Steps to take to get... more

17 Apr 2023 · 30 minutes
Episode 183: Tackling Emotions with Angela Ackerman

This week, Holly chats with Angela Ackerman, author of the Emotion Thesaurus and its many sequels. They cover: The foundations... more

10 Apr 2023 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Episode 182: How to Write Folk Horror

This week, Angeline looks at the growing popularity of the folk horror genre, and discusses all the elements required to... more

03 Apr 2023 · 27 minutes
Episode 181: Killing Characters

This week, Angeline & Holly celebrate 4 years of podcasting together with a special episode all about death. They discuss why... more

27 Mar 2023 · 51 minutes
Episode 180: Writing Historical Fiction and Loving It with TL Clark

In this week's episode, Angeline is joined by romance author TL Clark to discuss her latest release; How to Write... more

20 Mar 2023 · 30 minutes
Episode 179: Women in Self Publishing

This week, Julia chats with five indie author women friends, celebrating International Women's Day and Mother's Day (in the UK).... more

13 Mar 2023 · 41 minutes
Episode 178: Launching a Pen Name with Sacha Black

This week, Holly chats with Sacha Black about her pen name, Ruby Roe. They discuss: Reasons for launching a pen... more

06 Mar 2023 · 56 minutes
Episode 177: Topic Roundup - Organise Your Writing

This week, Angeline, Holly & Julia discuss the series of interviews on organisational tools for writers. They look back on... more

27 Feb 2023 · 56 minutes
Episode 176: Elevating Your Story Structure in Fictionary with Kristina Stanley

This week, Julia chats with the creator of Fictionary, Kristina Stanley. They discuss: Elevating your story structure with Fictionary's Storyteller... more

20 Feb 2023 · 39 minutes
Episode 175: Keeping Track of an Epic World with Evelyn Puerto

This week, Angeline chats with award-winning author Evelyn Puerto about how she keeps track of her vast world and cast... more

13 Feb 2023 · 26 minutes
Episode 174: Organise Your Books in Plottr with Troy Lambert

This week, Holly chats with Troy Lambert from Plottr. They discuss: Who would benefit from Plottr Some of the cool... more

06 Feb 2023 · 57 minutes
Episode 173: Topic Roundup - Debut Authors

This week, Angeline, Holly, and Julia discuss the contents of the previous three episodes speaking to debut authors and share... more

30 Jan 2023 · 40 minutes
Episode 172: The Journey Towards Your Debut with Andre Garzia

In this week's episode, Angeline chats with non-fiction author Andre Garzia about his journey towards the publication of his fiction... more

23 Jan 2023 · 33 minutes
Episode 171: Fantasy Debut Novels with Danielle Lauren

In this week's episode, Julia chats with high fantasy author Danielle Lauren about writing and publishing her debut novel 'Spiritchild'... more

16 Jan 2023 · 41 minutes
Episode 170: Historical Debut Novel with Stephanie Shields

In this week's episode, Holly chats with author Stephanie Shields about writing and publishing her debut novel in 2020. They... more

09 Jan 2023 · 53 minutes
Episode 169: Author Goals 2023

Happy New Year! Holly, Julia, Angeline and Shane ring in the new year with a look back at their goals for... more

02 Jan 2023 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
Episode 168: Writing Highs and Lows of 2022

This week, Holly, Julia and Shane discuss all the best and worst bits of 2022. They cover: The most important... more

19 Dec 2022 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
Episode 167: Holiday Tropes

This week, Holly, Julia and Shane discuss why readers love tropes and why they're important for writers to utilise. The... more

12 Dec 2022 · 58 minutes
Episode 166: Winter Worldbuilding

In this week's episode, Holly, Julia & Shane discuss creating wonderful winters in your writing. They cover: Genre and tone ... more

05 Dec 2022 · 45 minutes
Episode 165: Topic Roundup - Amazon

This week, Holly and Julia are joined by guest host, Shane Millar. They discuss the contents of the previous three... more

28 Nov 2022 · 43 minutes
Episode 164: Amazon 101

In this week's episode, Holly & Julia provide a helpful breakdown of how to publish your books on Amazon. They... more

21 Nov 2022 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Episode 163: Killing It On Kindle Vella with Krissi Dallas

This week, Holly chats with YA romance author Krissi Dallas about Kindle Vella. They cover: What the platform is and... more

14 Nov 2022 · 1 hour,
Episode 162: Amazon Keywords with Dave Chesson

This week, Holly talks with returning guest, Dave Chesson. Dave is the founder of Kindlepreneur, a resource for indie authors... more

07 Nov 2022 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Episode 161: Topic Roundup - Marketing

In this episode, Angeline, Holly & Julia discuss the previous three guests and all the marketing advice they provided. They... more

31 Oct 2022 · 48 minutes
Episode 160: Organising, Marketing, and Pitching to Literary Events with Alex Davis

In this week's epsiode, Angeline talks to Alex Davis, a freelance literature professional who has organised everything from online workshops... more

24 Oct 2022 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Episode 159: Marketing on Social Media with Jenn Hanson-dePaula

On this week's episode, Julia talks to Jenn Hanson-dePaula of Mixtus Media about marketing on social media. They discuss: Where... more

17 Oct 2022 · 55 minutes
Episode 158: Publish and Market Books Wide with Sarah Painter

This week, Holly talks with bestselling author Sarah Painter about the publishing strategy known as "wide" publishing. They discuss: Making... more

10 Oct 2022 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Episode 157: Topic Roundup - Plotting

In this week's episode, Angeline, Holly, and Julia give a roundup of our recent topic: plotting.  We discuss what we learned... more

03 Oct 2022 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
Episode 156: Brilliant Beginnings and Story Structure with Shane Millar

Angeline is joined by Shane Millar, a Fictionary Certified Story Coach, urban fantasy author, and writer of the Write Better... more

26 Sep 2022 · 33 minutes
Episode 155: Atticus and the Future of Book Management Software with Dave Chesson

In this week's episode, Julia speaks to Dave Chesson, the owner and creator of Kindlepreneur, all about his new software,... more

19 Sep 2022 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
Episode 154: Writing A Series with Helen Scheuerer

In this week's episode, Holly speaks to YA fantasy author, Helen Scheuerer about her new non-fiction book, How to Write... more

12 Sep 2022 · 53 minutes
Episode 153: Seasonal Writing Life and Why You Need to Know Your Big Why

Angeline, Holly & Julia are back from the summer break with a brand new episode. In this episode, they talk... more

05 Sep 2022 · 40 minutes
Episode 152: Exploring Character and Setting Through Language

This week, Angeline and Holly discuss the ways in which you can deepen your characterization and make more believable settings... more

04 Jul 2022 · 52 minutes
Episode 151: Writing for Children with Matt Beighton

Angeline is joined by children's author Matt Beighton to chat all about writing and marketing children's books. Hear about the... more

27 Jun 2022 · 33 minutes
Episode 150: Celebrating Unstoppable Authors!

In this special, milestone episode, Angeline, Holly & Julia reflect on 150 episodes of the podcast. Questions were submitted by... more

20 Jun 2022 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
Episode 149: Writing Fictionalised Memoir with Jeff Elkins

This week, Holly sits down with Dialogue Doctor, Jeff Elkins to discuss the ups and downs of translating real-life experiences... more

13 Jun 2022 · 1 hour, 30 minutes
Episode 148: Discovering and Utilising Your Strengths With Holly Lyne

In this week's episode, Julia interviews our very own Holly Lyne to get the lowdown on these 'strengths' she keeps... more

06 Jun 2022 · 58 minutes
Episode 147: Multiple Streams of Income for Authors

In this week's episode, Angeline, Holly & Julia discuss how you can create multiple streams of income in your author... more

30 May 2022 · 56 minutes
Episode 146: Planning and Running an Author Event

In today's episode, Angeline shares her experience of organising and hosting local events. She offers up ideas of different types... more

23 May 2022 · 53 minutes
Episode 145: Raising Creative Children

This week, Angeline, Holly & Julia discuss the importance of creativity and how to nurture it in children. The conversation covers: ... more

16 May 2022 · 51 minutes
Episode 144: Future Planning Your Writing Career

In this week's episode, Holly talks about her absolute favourite thing: making plans! The discussion covers: Figuring out your Big Why ... more

09 May 2022 · 26 minutes
Episode 143: Writing Seasons & Weather to Immerse Your Readers

In this week's episode, Angeline, Holly & Julia discuss including the seasons and weather in your books. The discussion covers: Why... more

02 May 2022 · 33 minutes
Episode 142: Figuring Out Your Front and Back Matter

In todays episode, Julia talks about what added extras need to be in your book, before and after your actual... more

25 Apr 2022 · 15 minutes
Episode 141: Creating A Fantasy Map For Your Book

In this week's episode, Angeline, Julia & Holly talk about the ins and outs of creating fantasy maps. They cover: ... more

18 Apr 2022 · 45 minutes
Episode 140: Reflections on London Book Fair

In todays episode, Angeline reflects on her trip to London Book Fair 2022. As a first time visitor, she talks... more

11 Apr 2022 · 19 minutes
Episode 139: Why and How To Start an Author Podcast

In this week's episode, Angeline, Holly & Julia discuss the ins and outs of creating a podcast. They cover: Why... more

04 Apr 2022 · 52 minutes
Episode 138: Five Common Formatting Mistakes in Self Published Books

This week, Julia talks about the top five formatting mistakes she most commonly sees in self published books, and how... more

28 Mar 2022 · 20 minutes
Episode 137: Can You Be A Successful Author Without Social Media?

This week, Angeline, Holly & Julia dig into the topic of whether or not authors need to be on social... more

21 Mar 2022 · 52 minutes
Episode 136: Reader Magnets with Tammi Labrecque

In this week's episode, Holly chats with Newsletter Ninja author, Tammi Labrecque about all things newsletter and reader magnet. Tammi... more

14 Mar 2022 · 55 minutes
BONUS: Announcing Writers for Ukraine

Unstoppable Authors is supporting the Writers for Ukraine appeal. Learn about the one million word challenge and how you can... more

08 Mar 2022 · 2 minutes
Episode 135: Zone Writing

This week, Angeline, Holly & Julia talk about zone writing, aka binge writing. They cover the benefits and pitfalls, discuss... more

07 Mar 2022 · 48 minutes
Episode 134: Writing GameLit with Seth Overton

This week Angeline chats with keen gamer and debut author Seth Overton about GameLit. He discusses his surprise route into... more

28 Feb 2022 · 28 minutes
Episode 133: Writing Multiple Works in Progress

In this week's episode, Angeline, Holly & Julia discuss the hows and whys of juggling more than one writing project... more

21 Feb 2022 · 45 minutes
Episode 132: Digital and Social Media Marketing for Authors with Andy Slinger

In this week's episode, Julia talks to children's author and digital marketer Andy Slinger about how to make the most... more

14 Feb 2022 · 36 minutes
Episode 131: The Hows and Whys of Writing Short Fiction

In this week's episode, Angeline, Holly & Julia talk about their experiences of writing short fiction and share tips and... more

07 Feb 2022 · 42 minutes
Episode 130: Writer Burnout with Becca Syme

In this week's episode, Holly chats with Strengths Coach Becca Syme about the wave of burnout running through the author... more

31 Jan 2022 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
Episode 129: An Indie Author's Guide to Book Covers

In this week's episode, Angeline, Holly & Julia discuss the dos and don'ts of choosing covers for your books. They... more

24 Jan 2022 · 49 minutes
Episode 128: Public Speaking for Writers

In this week's episode, Angeline tackles the scary prospect of public speaking. Drawing from her own experiences of performing, she... more

17 Jan 2022 · 32 minutes
Episode 127: Writing Science Fiction to Convey Social Commentary

In this week's episode, Angeline, Holly & Julia discuss sci-fi and its subgenres, particularly dystopian and post-apocalyptic, as vehicles for... more

10 Jan 2022 · 59 minutes
Episode 126: Writing Goals for 2022

This week, Holly & Julia discuss what goals they set in 2021, what they learned about their process and what... more

03 Jan 2022 · 32 minutes
Episode 125: Writing Highs and Lows of 2021

This week, Angeline, Holly & Julia give a rundown of the year and discuss the best bits, the biggest challenges,... more

20 Dec 2021 · 52 minutes
Episode 124: We Need to Talk About Writer Burnout

In this week's episode, Holly opens up about her experience of burnout in 2021. From the slide into the pit,... more

13 Dec 2021 · 33 minutes
Episode 123: Writing to Market

In this week's episode, Angeline, Holly & Julia discuss writing to market. They talk about what that might look like... more

06 Dec 2021 · 56 minutes
Episode 122: From Pocket Money to Multi-Five-Figure Author

In a very honest episode, Angeline chronicles her author career from its shoestring origin to earning multi-five-figures a year. She... more

29 Nov 2021 · 27 minutes
Episode 121: The Writing Process from Idea to Publication

In today's episode, Angeline, Holly & Julia discuss their different approaches to nurturing that initial idea and seeing it through... more

22 Nov 2021 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
Episode 120: The Do's and Don'ts of Social Media for Writers

In this week's episode, Julia discusses some of the do's and don'ts of navigating social media as a writer. Are... more

15 Nov 2021 · 18 minutes
Episode 119: Staying Motivated, Boosting Creativity and Maintaining Momentum in Your Writing

In this week's episode, Holly & Angeline share tips and strategies for sticking with this writing gig for the long... more

08 Nov 2021 · 40 minutes
Episode 118: How to Scare Your Readers with Julie Hiner

In this week's episode, Holly got chatting with dark crime and horror author, Julie Hiner about things that go bump... more

01 Nov 2021 · 50 minutes
Episode 117: Halloween - Horror Books, Films, and Urban Legends

Angeline and Holly nerd out about all things horror in this Halloween special. Books, films and tropes are discussed, with... more

25 Oct 2021 · 1 hour, 10 minutes
Episode 116: Mistakes Made and Lessons Learnt

In this week's episode, Angeline breaks down the mistakes she made with her last book, and looks at the lessons... more

18 Oct 2021 · 40 minutes
Episode 115: Non-Fiction Books for Writers

Today, Angeline, Holly & Julia go through their top book recommendations for writers, their current reads and what's on their... more

11 Oct 2021 · 51 minutes
Episode 114: Banishing the Book Blurb Blues With Jessie Cunniffe

In this week’s episode, Julia talks to Jessie Cunniffe, the brains behind Book Blurb Magic, an online course dedicated to... more

04 Oct 2021 · 49 minutes
Episode 113: Working With An Editor

In this week's episode, Angeline, Holly & Julia discuss their experiences of working with editors, the different type of edit... more

27 Sep 2021 · 1 hour, 18 minutes
Episode 112: Software and Resources for Self Publishing

This week, Julia gives a technical overview of the software and resources available to writers for all parts of the... more

20 Sep 2021 · 19 minutes
Episode 111: Maintaining Focus and Managing Shiny New Ideas

In this week's episode, Holly and Angeline discuss how distracted they get by shiny new ideas, what to do with... more

13 Sep 2021 · 54 minutes
Episode 110: Creating Future Worlds

This week, Angeline gives her top tips for creating futuristic worlds, whether near or distant future. With advice on brainstorming... more

06 Sep 2021 · 26 minutes
Episode 109: Accountability for Authors

This week Angeline, Holly & Julia are talking about accountability. They check in with the goals they set for August... more

30 Aug 2021 · 38 minutes
Episode 108: Writing in a Series with Sara Rosett

This week, Holly interviews mystery author, Sara Rosett. They talk about: Who inspires Sara Plotting mystery books How she... more

23 Aug 2021 · 42 minutes
Episode 107: All About Anthologies with Lyndsey Hall

In this week’s episode, Julia talks to young adult fantasy author Lyndsey Hall about publishing anthologies and collaborating with other... more

16 Aug 2021 · 35 minutes
Episode 106: Imposter Syndrome and How To Overcome It

In this week’s episode, Julia talks about imposter syndrome, what it is and how to overcome it. Get tips on... more

09 Aug 2021 · 17 minutes
Episode 105: Wellbeing For Writers

In this week's episode, Angeline, Holly & Julia run through the must-dos of self-care for writers, particularly in summer. They... more

02 Aug 2021 · 54 minutes
Episode 104: Switching from Traditional to Self Publishing with Children’s Author Dan Metcalf

In this week’s episode, Angeline talks to children’s author Dan Metcalf about his switch from traditional to self publishing. With... more

26 Jul 2021 · 28 minutes
Episode 103: Mid-Year Writing Check-In

In this week's episode, Holly and Angeline have a very special announcement and are joined by Julia Scott to review... more

19 Jul 2021 · 55 minutes
Episode 102: Coping with Publishing Industry Changes

In this week's episode, Holly and Angeline discuss the coming changes in the publishing industry with the arrival of Kindle... more

12 Jul 2021 · 41 minutes
Episode 101: How to Maintain Your Passion for Writing While Running A Business

In this week's episode, Holly digs into the mindset required to maintain a sense of joy and passion for writing... more

05 Jul 2021 · 29 minutes
Episode 100: Sustaining a Writing Career with the Right Mindset

Welcome to this special landmark episode of Unstoppable Authors! Holly & Angeline are joined by a whole host of guests to... more

28 Jun 2021 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
Episode 99: Online Content Ideas for Between Book Launches

Today Holly & Angeline are talking about what to share in your newsletter and on social media besides "Buy my... more

21 Jun 2021 · 52 minutes
Episode 98: Finding Stories from your World Map

In this episode, Angeline talks about how to find story ideas from your world map. She discusses why you might... more

14 Jun 2021 · 25 minutes
Episode 97: Long Term Planning for Your Author Career

In this episode, Angeline & Holly talk about avoiding burnout, keeping an eye on changes in the industry, viewing your... more

07 Jun 2021 · 44 minutes
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Welcome to this special landmark episode of Unstoppable Authors! Holly & Angeline are joined by a whole host of guests to dissect what... more