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Kobo Writing Life Podcast
Kobo Writing Life Podcast
Kobo Writing Life

The Kobo Writing Life Podcast features exciting interviews with bestselling authors, tips on the craft and business of writing, and advice for... more

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Episodes

Academics and Authorship with Patrick E. Horrigan

In this episode, we spoke with Patrick E. Horrigan, academic and author of American Scholar, published by Lethe Press.... more

30 Apr 2024 · 44 minutes
Accessibility Tips for Indie Authors with Jeff Adams and Michele Lucchini

In this episode, we are joined by Jeff Adams and Michele Lucchini, online and digital accessibility experts who work... more

16 Apr 2024 · 47 minutes
#340 – Writing a Road Trip Romance Novel with Alison Cochrun

In this episode, we are joined by author Alison Cochrun, writer of the best-selling romance novels The Charm Offensive... more

02 Apr 2024 · 44 minutes
Plotting a Dark Romance Novel with J. L. Drake

In this week’s episode, we spoke to Jodi Drake, a bestselling author who writes multiple series under the name... more

19 Mar 2024 · 40 minutes
#338 – Writing Women's Action-Adventure Novels with Bethany Maines

In this episode, we spoke to award-winning author Bethany Maines, whose romance-fuelled action-adventure novels include Eye Contact and Bulletproof... more

05 Mar 2024 · 51 minutes
#337 – Marketing Advice for Indie Authors with Kiki Chatfield

In this episode, we are joined by Kiki Chatfield, CEO and founder of The Next Step PR. Kiki spoke... more

20 Feb 2024 · 44 minutes
#336 – Mental Health, Queer Narratives and More with Emily Austin

In this episode, we are joined by best-selling Canadian author Emily Austin, whose debut novel Everyone In This... more

06 Feb 2024 · 37 minutes
#335 – Writing Best-Selling Hockey Romance with Becka Mack

In this episode, we are joined by best-selling author of the book series that became a TikTok sensation, Playing for... more

23 Jan 2024 · 1 hour,
All About Writing Retreats with Lisa Shaughnessy

In this episode, we are joined by Lisa Shaughnessy, founder of The Writing Retreat Sampler and creator of The... more

09 Jan 2024 · 38 minutes
The Year in Review with the Kobo Writing Life Team

In this episode, we sat down as a team to talk about everything do with Kobo Writing Life that... more

26 Dec 2023 · 37 minutes
Writing a Small-town Sports Romance with Elena Armas

In this episode, we are joined by New York Times and international bestselling author Elena Armas, author of The... more

12 Dec 2023 · 55 minutes
Believing in Your Readers with Bethany Lopez

In this episode, we are joined by Bethany Lopez, a USA Today best-selling, multi-genre author who has written over... more

28 Nov 2023 · 37 minutes
The Realities of Indie Publishing and Writing Romance with J. Sterling

In this episode, we are joined by New York Times and USA Today best-selling author Jenn Sterling, writing as... more

13 Nov 2023 · 53 minutes
#329 – Writing a Thrilling YA Series with Brett Riley

In this episode, we spoke to Brett Riley, author of fiction, screenplays, and creative non-fiction. Based in Las Vegas,... more

31 Oct 2023 · 52 minutes
Wellness, Writing, and Working with Kobo Originals with Elizabeth Barone

In today’s episode, we are joined by Elizabeth Barone, author of over a dozen novels, with one of her... more

17 Oct 2023 · 46 minutes
Creative Advice for Neurodivergent Authors with October K. Santerelli

In this episode, we are joined by fantasy author, LGBTQ+ sensitivity reader, and international speaker and presenter October K.... more

03 Oct 2023 · 46 minutes
Facing Your First Draft with Mary Adkins

In this episode, we are joined by author and book coach Mary Adkins, founder of The Book Incubator, a program... more

19 Sep 2023 · 44 minutes
What Authors Can Learn from the Movies with John Gaspard

In this episode, we spoke with John Gaspard, author of The Popcorn Principles: A Novelist’s Guide to Learning from... more

05 Sep 2023 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Publicity for Indie Authors with Halima Khatun

In this episode, we spoke with Halima Khatun, PR consultant, former broadcast journalist, and author of the new non-fiction... more

22 Aug 2023 · 45 minutes
Important Tools for Indie Authors with Mark Dawson

In today’s episode, we are joined by renowned indie publishing business expert, educator and author, Mark Dawson – who... more

08 Aug 2023 · 39 minutes
Successes and Strengths in Self-publishing with Jasinda and Jack Wilder

In this episode, we spoke to the writing team of Jasinda and Jack Wilder (who we had the chance to... more

25 Jul 2023 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
Writing For Your Narrator with J. R. Ward

In this episode, we are joined by Jessica Ward, also known as J. R. Ward. J. R. Ward is... more

11 Jul 2023 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Writing Twists and Turns in Thrillers with Catherine McKenzie

In this episode, we spoke with Catherine McKenzie, USA Today best-selling author of “riveting domestic suspense,” I’ll Never Tell,... more

27 Jun 2023 · 51 minutes
Mythology, Fantasy, and LGBTQ+ Representation with Arizona Tape

In this episode, we heard from Arizona Tape, author of dozens of books across multiple series, and collaborative writer... more

13 Jun 2023 · 44 minutes
Plotting a Compelling Thriller with Ruth Ware

In this episode, we spoke to bestselling author Ruth Ware about her upcoming release, Zero Days, available on June... more

30 May 2023 · 52 minutes
Writing Collaborative Romance with Christina Lauren

In this week’s episode, we spoke with New York Times, USA Today and #1 internationally bestselling author, Christina Lauren... more

16 May 2023 · 54 minutes
True Crime Writing with Kerrie Droban

In this episode, we are joined by award-winning true crime writer Kerrie Droban to discuss her latest release, Aurora,... more

02 May 2023 · 50 minutes
Second Chapter Authors with Maren Cooper

In this episode, we talk to author Maren Cooper, writer of literary and contemporary women’s fiction. We spoke to... more

18 Apr 2023 · 45 minutes
How to Write Historical Romance with Grace Callaway

In this episode, we sat down with Grace Callaway, USA Today and international best-selling author of historical romances (that... more

04 Apr 2023 · 43 minutes
2 Books at 20 Years Old with Citra Tenore

In this episode, we are joined by Citra Tenore, an author who wrote her first book at 11 and... more

21 Mar 2023 · 34 minutes
Becoming a Best-selling Thriller Author with Amy Stuart

In this episode, we spoke to Amy Stuart, author of A Death at the Party, out today – get... more

07 Mar 2023 · 53 minutes
Looking at Legal Issues as an Indie Author with Maria Riegger

In this episode, we spoke to Maria Riegger, attorney, self-help writer, and author of fiction and non-fiction titles such... more

21 Feb 2023 · 34 minutes
Writing Romance, Working with Kobo Originals, and More with Jackie Lau

In this episode, we spoke to Jackie Lau, author of The Unmatchmakers, The Stand-Up Groomsman, and many more titles,... more

07 Feb 2023 · 31 minutes
Writing a Legal Thriller with Alexandra Shapiro

In this episode, we chatted with Alexandra Shapiro, criminal defense lawyer and debut author as of 2021. We asked... more

24 Jan 2023 · 33 minutes
New Year, New Indie Publishing Trends with the KWL Team

Happy New Year, writers! In this episode, the Kobo Writing Life team gets together to discuss our indie publishing predictions,... more

10 Jan 2023 · 28 minutes
How to Boost Your Backlist Sales

In this episode, we’re showcasing a live event that we held earlier this year on the KWL Facebook page and... more

20 Dec 2022 · 52 minutes
Debut Novels and Dark Fantasy with Meg Smitherman

In this episode, we spoke with Meg Smitherman, debut indie author of Destroyer, the first book in a new... more

06 Dec 2022 · 48 minutes
The Voice of a Ghostwriter with Daniel Paisner

In this week’s episode, we spoke to Daniel Paisner, ghostwriter of seventeen NYT bestselling books among many, many others.... more

22 Nov 2022 · 46 minutes
Writing a Spicy Series with Jade West

In this episode, we talk to best-selling romance and erotica author, Jade West, about writing very spicy and often... more

08 Nov 2022 · 53 minutes
The Art of Story with Lisa M. Lilly

In this episode, we spoke to Lisa M. Lilly, author, lawyer, and fellow podcaster! Lisa M. Lilly hosts Buffy... more

25 Oct 2022 · 53 minutes
From Audiobooks to Authorship with Karen Grey

In this episode, we spoke with Karen White, an award-winning audiobook narrator who recently began writing and publishing her... more

11 Oct 2022 · 52 minutes
Navigating Emotional Narratives with Carol Van Den Hende

In this episode, we heard from award-winning author and professional speaker Carol Van Den Hende, whose second book, Orchid Blooming,... more

27 Sep 2022 · 34 minutes
The Journey of an eBook with the KWL Team

In this episode, the KWL team celebrates 300 episodes of the Kobo Writing Life podcast! With 300 episodes and 9... more

13 Sep 2022 · 20 minutes
Writing Your Way Across Mediums with Alex de Campi

In this episode, we are joined by Alex de Campi, author of prose novels, graphic novels, screenplays, and more, as... more

30 Aug 2022 · 48 minutes
Word-of-Mouth Marketing with Alison G. Bailey

In this episode, we are joined by Alison G. Bailey, award-winning author of contemporary romance and new adult novels that... more

16 Aug 2022 · 34 minutes
The Business of Writing Romance with Nana Malone

In this episode, we are joined by Nana Malone, Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of sexy, feel-good... more

02 Aug 2022 · 51 minutes
Creating an Author Universe with Penny Reid

In this episode we’re showcasing a live event that we held earlier this year on the KWL Facebook and... more

19 Jul 2022 · 54 minutes
Writing a Domestic Thriller with Samantha M. Bailey

In this episode, we are joined by Samantha M. Bailey, USA Today and #1 nationally bestselling author of Woman on... more

05 Jul 2022 · 45 minutes
How to Become a Bestseller on Kobo

In this episode we’re showcasing a live event that we held earlier this year on the KWL Facebook and YouTube... more

21 Jun 2022 · 54 minutes
Being Uniquely You with Marcus Tallberg

In this episode, we are joined by Swedish author and entrepreneur, Marcus Tallberg. Tune in for a discussion on authentic... more

06 Jun 2022 · 41 minutes
Unapologetic Happy Endings with Adriana Herrera

In this episode, we are joined by USA Today bestselling romance author and trauma therapist Adriana Herrera (author of Finding... more

24 May 2022 · 45 minutes
Feminist Dystopian Fiction with Sara Foster

In this episode, we are joined by psychological fiction author and Ph.D. candidate Sara Foster (author of You Don't Know... more

10 May 2022 · 41 minutes
Satirical Fiction with Zarqa Nawaz

In this episode, we are joined by Canadian journalist, author, and filmmaker Zarqa Nawaz (creator of Little Mosque on the... more

26 Apr 2022 · 47 minutes
Marketing Books with Written Word Media

Tune in to our conversation with Clayton Noblit and Grant Shepherd of Written Word Media. They gave us lots of... more

12 Apr 2022 · 49 minutes
Writing Diversely with Renee Harleston

Our guest this week is Renee Harleston, founder of Writing Diversely, which offers sensitivity reading services that provide authors, writers,... more

22 Mar 2022 · 41 minutes
TikTok Sells Books with Jayne Rylon and Lila Dubois

This week on the podcast, we're speaking with Lila Dubois and Jayne Rylon all about TikTok, and how they are... more

15 Mar 2022 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Writing Female Friendship with Anat Deracine

Happy International Woman's Day to our KWL community! We wanted to celebrate by releasing a bonus episode this week... more

08 Mar 2022 · 53 minutes
The Blood and Guts of Writing with Catherine Spader

This week on the podcast, we're sitting down with Catherine Spader to chat about her career trajectory from ER nurse... more

01 Mar 2022 · 39 minutes
Navigating Non-Monogamy with Rachel Krantz

We are joined on the podcast by Rachel Krantz who spoke to us about her recent memoir, Open: An Uncensored... more

15 Feb 2022 · 42 minutes
Podcasting for Authors with Matty Dalrymple

This week we're featuring author and podcaster, Matty Dalrymple, host of the The Indy Author Podcast. Matty shares insights she... more

01 Feb 2022 · 44 minutes
Making NaNoWriMo Work for You with Sara Whitney

Journalism professor and romance author Sara Whitney joins us on the podcast this week to discuss her journey to publishing... more

25 Jan 2022 · 50 minutes
Wonders All Around with Bruce McCandless III

This week we spoke to author Bruce McCandless III about his latest book, a a biography of his father, legendary... more

18 Jan 2022 · 41 minutes
Panels and Conventions with Sam Maggs

Bestselling author and writer of comics and video games Sam Maggs returns to the podcast this week to discuss writing... more

11 Jan 2022 · 49 minutes
Becoming Future You with Mel Jolly

Author, coach, and marketing assistant Mel Jolly joins us on the podcast this week to discuss her career and to... more

04 Jan 2022 · 50 minutes
Bonus Episode: Staff Picks with Kobo in Conversations

On a very special bonus episode of the podcast, Kobo CEO Michael Tamblyn sits down with some of the book... more

28 Dec 2021 · 1 hour, 17 minutes
Plotting a Cozy Mystery with Alexis Hall

Bestselling author Alexis Hall joins us on the podcast this week to discuss his Kobo Original, Murder Most Actual, and... more

21 Dec 2021 · 46 minutes
No Gods, No Monsters with Cadwell Turnbull

Award-winning SFF author Cadwell Turnbull joins us on the podcast this week to discuss his latest novel, No Gods, No... more

14 Dec 2021 · 38 minutes
Refilling Your Creative Well with L. Penelope

Award-winning fantasy author L. Penelope joins us on the podcast this week to discuss her unique journey to becoming a... more

07 Dec 2021 · 36 minutes
The Mistletoe Motive with Chloe Liese

Author Chloe Liese joins us on the podcast this week to discuss her new Kobo Original, The Mistletoe Motive. Chloe... more

30 Nov 2021 · 54 minutes
Writing with Tarot with Lisa Kessler

Bestselling and award winning paranormal romance author Lisa Kessler joins us on the podcast today to discuss her writing process and how... more

23 Nov 2021 · 51 minutes
The Future of AI Writing with Shane Neeley

Author Shane Neeley joins us on the podcast this week to talk about his experience using AI and machine learning... more

16 Nov 2021 · 44 minutes
Building Your Beta Reader Team with Marni Mann

Bestselling author Marni Mann joins us on the podcast this week to talk about how she built her team of... more

09 Nov 2021 · 32 minutes
Year of the Nurse with Cassandra Alexander

Paranormal romance author and ICU nurse Cassandra Alexander joins us on the podcast this week to discuss her new... more

02 Nov 2021 · 40 minutes
From Romance to Fantasy with K.A. Tucker

Internationally bestselling author K.A. Tucker joins us on the podcast this week to discuss her most recent release, A Fate... more

26 Oct 2021 · 32 minutes
Cross Promotions with Evan Gow from StoryOrigin

Founder and developer of StoryOrigin Evan Gow joins us on the podcast this week. Evan tells us the how authors... more

19 Oct 2021 · 34 minutes
Plotting a Twist with Eric Rickstad

Bestselling author Eric Rickstad joins us on the podcast this week to discuss his newest dark, psychological thriller, I Am... more

12 Oct 2021 · 44 minutes
Creating a Sustainable Writing Career with Patricia McLinn

Bestselling author Patricia McLinn is on the podcast this week to discuss the craft of writing and how to create... more

05 Oct 2021 · 44 minutes
Bonus Episode: A Conversation with Michelle Good

For this bonus episode of the KWL Podcast, we are honoured to share a conversation between Kobo’s Diversity and Inclusion... more

30 Sep 2021 · 50 minutes
Retelling Myths and Fairytales with Katee Roberts

Bestselling author Katee Robert joins us on the podcast to talk about her writing process and why she’s drawn to... more

28 Sep 2021 · 33 minutes
Moving a Series Wide with T.W. Piperbrook

Author T.W. Piperbrook joins us on the podcast this week to discuss bringing his Sandstorm series wide for the first... more

21 Sep 2021 · 34 minutes
Love and Defiance in Storytelling with David Bezmozgis

We are joined by David Bezmozgis on the podcast this week. David is an award winning author, the host of... more

14 Sep 2021 · 34 minutes
Finding Your Ideal Reader with Sue Campbell

Book launch coach Sue Campbell joins us on the podcast this week to share her best advice for finding your... more

07 Sep 2021 · 39 minutes
Finding Writing in Retirement with Michael Polelle

We are joined by author Michael Polelle on the podcast this week. Michael is a former lawyer and emeritus law... more

31 Aug 2021 · 41 minutes
An Editor's Perspective with Janice Zawerbny

Editor Janice Zawerbny sits down with us this week to discuss her career in publishing and to share her advice... more

24 Aug 2021 · 46 minutes
Going Viral with Jennifer L. Armentrout

Bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout joins us on the podcast this week to discuss her writing career and her experiences... more

17 Aug 2021 · 45 minutes
Clubhouse for Authors with Fatima Fayez and Jenn Falls

Authors and co-founders of the The Author Conference club Jenn Falls and Fatima Fayez join us on the podcast this... more

10 Aug 2021 · 39 minutes
Writing New Genres with Nalini Singh

New York Times bestselling author Nalini Singh joins us on the podcast this week to talk about her long standing... more

03 Aug 2021 · 52 minutes
Crowdsourcing an Adaptation with Eric Maikranz

Author Eric Maikranz joins us on the podcast this week to talk to us about his book, The Reincarnationist Papers,... more

27 Jul 2021 · 39 minutes
Overcoming Writer's Block with Sarah Selecky

Author Sarah Selecky joins us on the podcast this week. Not only is Sarah a Giller nominated author, but she... more

20 Jul 2021 · 52 minutes
Writing with your Readers with Kristen Ashley

New York Times bestselling author Kristen Ashley joins us on the podcast this week to discuss her journey to publishing,... more

13 Jul 2021 · 37 minutes
Writing Temperance Brennan with Kathy Reichs

Bestselling author and forensic anthropologist Kathy Reichs joins us on the podcast today to celebrate the release of The Bone... more

06 Jul 2021 · 35 minutes
Multiple POV Mysteries with Aime Austin

Crime fiction author Aime Austin joins us on the podcast this week to talk about her Casey Cort Legal Thrillers... more

29 Jun 2021 · 47 minutes
Inside the Kobo Elipsa with Kobo VP of Product Ramesh Mantha

Ramesh Mantha, Kobo’s VP of product for devices, joins us on the podcast this week to tell us about Kobo’s... more

22 Jun 2021 · 47 minutes
The Three Story Method with J. Thorn

Author and writing coach J. Thorn is on the podcast this week to talk about his book, Three Story Method,... more

15 Jun 2021 · 38 minutes
Exploring Characters' Choices with Lisa Taddeo

In our 250th episode, bestselling author Lisa Taddeo joins us on the podcast to discuss her writing career and her... more

08 Jun 2021 · 23 minutes
From Industry to Author with Zakiya Dalila Harris

Debut author Zakiya Dalila Harris joins us on the podcast this week to discuss her novel, The Other Black Girl.... more

01 Jun 2021 · 43 minutes
Telling Stories in Style with Heather Newberger

Author and professional stylist Heather Newberger joins us on the podcast this week to discuss her first book, How to... more

25 May 2021 · 47 minutes
Making the Most of a Pandemic Book Launch with Jessica Hamilton

Debut author Jessica Hamilton joins us on the podcast this week to discuss her recently released thriller, What You Never... more

18 May 2021 · 29 minutes
Inside Digital Publishing with Kobo Senior Vendor

We are joined by Kobo’s Siobhan Padgett on the podcast this week. Siobhan is the Senior Vendor Manager for the... more

11 May 2021 · 37 minutes
Optimizing OverDrive with Lateefah Zawistowski

This week on the podcast we are joined by Lateefah Zawistowski to discuss all things OverDrive. As an account manager... more

04 May 2021 · 34 minutes
Word of Mouth Marketing with Kobo Sales Content Lead Deandra Lalonde

This week on the podcast we sit down with Kobo’s Content Sales Lead for North America Deandra Lalonde to talk... more

27 Apr 2021 · 29 minutes
Mastering Productivity with Strategist and Author Sagan Morrow

Productivity strategist and author Sagan Morrow joins us on the podcast this week. Sagan tells us how she got into... more

20 Apr 2021 · 49 minutes
How to Build a Strategic Marketing Plan with Nina Grinstead

Nina Grinstead, the founder of Valentine PR, joins us on the podcast this week to share how she creates strategic... more

13 Apr 2021 · 41 minutes
Romance Mastermind with Skye Warren

New York Times bestselling author Skye Warren joins us on the podcast this week. Skye has been an indie author... more

06 Apr 2021 · 38 minutes
From Podcast to Book Deal with Liv Albert

Liv Albert, host of the popular podcast Let’s Talk About Myths, Baby, joins us on the podcast this week to... more

30 Mar 2021 · 40 minutes
How to Perform in a Crowded Market with Ricardo Fayet

Ricardo Fayet, the head of marketing and one of the founders of Reedsy, joins us on the podcast this week... more

23 Mar 2021 · 26 minutes
Manifesting Creativity with Shauna Cummins

Debut author and certified clinical hypnosis practitioner Shauna Cummins joins us on the podcast this week to discuss her book... more

16 Mar 2021 · 39 minutes
Master KWL Promotions with Kobo Strategist Shayna Krishnasamy

Kobo Writing Life’s very own Shayna Krishnasamy joins us on the podcast this week to discuss all things promotions.... more

09 Mar 2021 · 23 minutes
How to Craft Character Emotions with Sacha Black

Author and writing teacher Sacha Black returns to the podcast this week to discuss her book The Anatomy of Prose... more

02 Mar 2021 · 35 minutes
How to Build Skeleton Drafts with Steff Green

Bestselling paranormal author Steff Green (AKA Steffanie Holmes) joins us on the podcast this week to discuss her writing career... more

23 Feb 2021 · 45 minutes
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Ricardo Fayet, the head of marketing and one of the founders of Reedsy, joins us on the podcast this week to discuss... more