
The Publishing Performance Show
Welcome to The Publishing Performance Show, the quintessential podcast for both budding and veteran self-published authors! Join your host, Teddy, as he sits down with with successful indie authors and top experts in the publishing world, who generously share their unique journeys, creative inspirations, and future aspirations in their writing careers and the wider industry.
Immerse yourself in a trove of valuable insights and actionable advice on writing, essential tools, and practical tips to elevate your self-publishing prowess. Whether you’re just beginning your literary voyage or seeking to refine your craft, this show brims with wisdom and inspiration to help you thrive in the self-publishing realm.
Each episode promises listeners at least one actionable tip for their self-published books and a must-read recommendation from our esteemed guests.
Tune in for an inspiring, informative, and thoroughly enjoyable exploration of the indie author experience!
The Publishing Performance Show
Matty Dalrymple - The Podcast Strategy That Builds Authors' Careers (Not Just Book Sales)
Matty Dalrymple is a bestselling author with two thriller series: the Anne Kinnear Suspense novels and the Lizzie Ballard thrillers. She's also the host of The Indie Author Podcast, which has been running since 2016 with nearly 270 episodes. As a writing consultant and speaker, Matty helps authors navigate both the craft and business sides of publishing. Her expertise in podcasting for authors stems from years of hosting her own show and appearing as a guest on numerous other podcasts, making her a valuable resource for authors looking to leverage audio content for platform building.
In this episode:
- Why authors should be podcast listeners before becoming podcast guests
- The importance of having expertise beyond just your own book
- How to research and identify the right podcasts for your genre
- Creating personal connections with podcast hosts for better opportunities
- Developing multiple conversation angles beyond "I wrote a book"
- Using podcasts for networking and building long-term relationships
- The difference between book tour podcasts and expertise-focused shows
- Why social media matchmaking services can help beginners practice
- Creating effective one-pagers and pitch materials for hosts
- How podcast appearances can lead to speaking gigs and consulting opportunities
Resources mentioned:
- PodMatch for podcast guest/host connections
- The Indie Author Podcast (nearly 270 episodes)
- BookFunnel for cross-promotion strategies
- Author Nation conference for networking
Book Recommendations:
- Podcasting for Authors by Matty Dalrymple
- The Podcast Guest Playbook by Matty Dalrymple & Mark Leslie LaFave (coming spring 2025)
Connect with Matty Dalrymple:
- Website: theindiauthor.com
- Fiction website: mattydalrymple.com
- The Indie Author Podcast
- Fiction series: Rock, Paper, Scissors (Lizzie Ballard thrillers)
- The Falcon and the Owl (Anne Kinnear suspense)
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- @teddyagsmith
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