Best Aimee Ravichandran Podcasts (2025)

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Successful Book Launch Strategies with Aimee Ravichandran {ep. 182} 34:39

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In this episode, Alexa chats with award-winning book marketer Aimee Ravichandran, founder of Abundantly Social. Aimee shares her journey from psychology student to powerhouse book marketer, why she loves working with self-published authors, and how to successfully plan a book launch that makes an impact. In this podcast, Alexa and Aimee discuss: Ai…

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Mastering Instagram for Authors: Strategies, Updates, and Real Conversations with Alexa Bigwarfe & Raewyn Sangari {ep. 184} 46:14

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In this lively episode, Alexa and Raewyn break down the ever-changing world of Instagram—what’s new, what’s working, and how authors can use social media to genuinely connect with readers. They cover everything from reels, carousels, and trial reels to storytelling strategy, audience building, and separating your personal and professional accounts …

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Author Talk - Peter James 45:14

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Author Talk - Sharrisa Bradley 47:09

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Join us as we speak with author Sharissa Bradley about her "Journey Back to Health," which is a powerful story that blends memoir and a practical guide to healing chronic illness. #author #writer #mondaymotivation #health #journey

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Collaboration, Community, & Clean Romance with Victorine E. Lieske {ep. 183} 44:35

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What happens when a busy mom, a rubber stamp entrepreneur, and a voracious reader suddenly finds herself flat on her back for a week? For Victorine E. Lieske, it was the beginning of an unexpected writing career that would lead to the New York Times and USA Today bestseller lists. In this podcast, Alexa and Victorine discuss: Victorine’s surprising…

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Memoir Magic: Writing, Marketing & Selling Your Story with Jennifer Wilkov {ep. 181} 53:37

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In this episode, Alexa welcomes Jennifer Wilkov of Your Book Is Your Hook, Platinum Sponsor of the 2026 Women in Publishing Summit. Jennifer shares her journey from financial planner to bestselling author to industry consultant, and why memoirs are one of her favorite categories to work with. She talks candidly about what makes a memoir successful,…

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Author Talk - Dottie Lee 45:49

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Join us as we speak with author Dottie Lee about her children's book, but also about the events she has coming up in the Houston area. #authortalk #podcast #author #writer

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Fueling Book Sales with Email: Emma Boyer on Written Word Media’s Promo Power {ep. 180} 45:20

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Emma Boyer, Head of Operations & Author Relations at Written Word Media, joins Alexa to break down how email promotions like Freebooksy and Bargain Booksy drive real results—downloads, sales, read-through, and reviews. They dig into launch-week tactics, genre alignment, growing an owned audience, and common pitfalls authors can avoid. In this podca…

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Author Talk - BookStores 47:20

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Join us as we discuss bookstore tours and signings. Are they worth your time and effort?

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From Manuscript to Mic: Everything you neeed to know about Audiobooks with MaryCatherine Jones {ep. 179} 46:20

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Audiobook producer Mary Catherine Jones (The Audiobook Experience / VoiceOver Vermont) joins Alexa to demystify audiobooks—costs, timelines, who should narrate, distribution choices (exclusive vs. wide), library access, marketing ideas, and realistic budget paths (from pro narration to ACX royalty share to AI). She also shares how she built a bouti…

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Building a Fierce Independent Press: A Conversation with Read Furiously’s Samantha Atzeni {ep. 178} 56:26

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In this episode of Alexa’s Publishing Chat, Alexa sits down with Samantha Atzeni, multi-genre award-winning author and co-founder of Read Furiously, an independent press dedicated to overlooked voices and literary activism. They discuss the realities of running a small traditional press, the challenges of distribution and returns, building sustaina…

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Author Talk - Just Us 46:55

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Join us as we talk about Romanctasy with Russell. #authortalk #roamce #writer #podcast

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Finding Healing Through Humor: Writing Memoir with Dana Bowman {ep. 177} 33:08

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In this episode of Alexa’s Publishing Chat, Alexa sits down with memoirist and humorist Dana Bowman to talk about how humor can be a lifeline when writing through heartbreak, recovery, and tough life moments. They discuss how humor not only helps the writer process heavy emotions but also provides relief and connection for readers navigating simila…

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From Surviving to Empowering: How Beth Jones Built a Healing Business from Her Book {ep. 176} 31:49

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In this heartfelt episode of Alexa’s Publishing Chat, Alexa talks with Beth Jones—Healing Mentor, founder of Empowered Survivors, podcast host, and best-selling author—about using writing to heal from trauma and build a purposeful business. Beth shares her personal journey from forensic accounting to coaching and mentoring survivors, the creation o…

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Publishing Trends, Discoverability, and Industry Insights from Publishing University 2025 {ep. 175} 29:58

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In this episode of Alexa’s Publishing Chat, Alexa shares her key takeaways from Publishing University 2025 — from industry shifts, AI opportunities, and censorship battles to discoverability strategies and marketing best practices. Whether you’re an author, publisher, or industry pro, you’ll walk away with actionable ideas to future-proof your publ…

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Author Talk - Bill Pautler 47:18

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Join us as we speak with Bill about his novel "Awakening to Ourselves"#podcast #writer #spiritual #authortalk

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Author Talk - Jonathan Handel 46:25

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Join us as we speak with Jonathan about his latest children's book, " Who do you want to be?" The text is by Handel, but the 110 illustrations in "Who Do You Want to Be?" were generated by AI in a single day at a cost of $0.66. As kids decide who they want to be when they grow up, is AI narrowing the choices or creating new opportunities? #author #…

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The Future of Digital Publishing, Creator Revenue, and Direct Sales with Curios {ep. 174} 45:16

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Join us at the Business Bootcamp for Authors and Entrepreneurs! Aug 21-22, 2025. We're learning all things business. It's not about books or marketing, it's about LLCs, trademarks, copyrights, project management, expanding your team, and more! Perfect for the business builders in our community! Grab your ticket NOW! In this episode of the podcast, …

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Author Talk - James Gregory 50:00

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Join us as we speak with James about his novel Killer App. #AI #authortalk #podcast #writer #author

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Mythic Memoir: Reclaiming Your Story Through Fairy Tales with Elisabeth Sharp McKetta {ep. 173} 36:19

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In this energizing episode, Alexa chats with Elisabeth Sharp McKetta—author of 13 books and writing instructor at both Harvard and Oxford—about the concept of “mythic memoir.” If you've ever struggled to tell your story, especially one rooted in pain, Elisabeth offers a transformational framework: use fairy tales and myths to reframe your life expe…

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Author Talk - Ryan Melsom 46:28

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Join us as we speak with Ryan about his latest novel and his path towards becoming a writer!#auhtor #writer #authortalk #mondaymotivation

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From Anxious Author to Bold Promoter: How Kae Wagner Built a Book Marketing Mindset {ep. 172} 28:01

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In this inspiring episode of the podcast, Alexa Bigwarfe sits down with Kae Wagner—award-winning author, founder of the Bold Authors Network, and creator of the Bold Author Bootcamp. Kae shares her journey from anxious introvert to confident book promoter, breaking down the mindset shifts and practical strategies that helped her go from giving away…

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Author Talk - Tara Hodgson 47:48

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Join us as we speak with Tara about her latest novel. #socialmediaeffect #prayfortexas #author #writer

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Author Talk - Just Us 49:04

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Happy Birthday Aimee!! Join us in wishing Aimee a happy birthday and checking in with each other!

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What Every Author Should Know About Hybrid Publishing with Michelle Vandepas {ep. 171} 26:22

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In this candid and insightful episode, Alexa Bigwarfe sits down with publishing powerhouse Michelle Vandepas, co-founder of GracePoint Publishing. Known as the “Book Whisperer,” Michelle shares the story behind her unexpected path into publishing and how her company supports purpose-driven authors through coaching, hybrid, and traditional publishin…

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Author Talk - Just us and Mickey 45:51

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Join us and Mickey as we speak on changes in the industry.

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The Truth About Self-Publishing: Debunking the Biggest Myths with Joel Pitney {ep. 170} 1:08:16

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In this episode, Alexa Bigwarfe and Joel Pitney of Launch My Book unpack the biggest self-publishing myths. Learn what it really takes to succeed, from production costs to metadata, bookstore distribution, and pre-order strategies. In this podcast, Alexa and Joel discuss: How Joel went from science major to journalist to book coach and publisher Th…

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Author Talk - CC Robinson 44:35

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Join us as we speak with CC about her latest upcoming book, "Caged." #author #upcoming #writer #mondaymotvation

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5 Authors Share Their Book Marketing Journeys {ep. 169} 1:01:51

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From Overwhelmed to Empowered: 5 Authors Share Their Book Marketing Journeys In this special panel episode of Alexa’s Publishing Chat, Alexa Bigwarfe brings together five incredible authors—Linda Needham, CC Robinson, Zariah L. Banks, Tracy Myhre, and Pat Black-Gould—who represent a wide range of genres and publishing journeys. All graduates of the…

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From Author to Entrepreneur: Building a Bookish Business that Works! {ep. 168} 1:15:30

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In this episode, Alexa teams up with her longtime collaborator Hannah Jacobson of Book Award Pro to dive deep into the business side of publishing. Whether you’re bootstrapping your first book or scaling a freelance editing business, this conversation is packed with practical tools, hard-earned lessons, and a whole lot of encouragement. In this epi…

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Author Talk - Sarah Eden 46:13

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Join us as we speak with USA Today Bestselling author Sarah Eden about her time-travel romance.#bestselling #romance #author

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Author Talk - Ben Leman 49:15

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Join us as we talk with Ben about his first writer's conference and his journey towards becoming a published author.

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The Stories of 7 Women Who Gave All - Memorial Day Tribute {ep. 167} 18:58

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As we observe Memorial Day here in the U.S., we honor the brave service members who gave their lives in defense of our country. And while many names are known, too often the women who served—and died—remain overlooked. As the founder of the Women in Publishing Summit, I’m passionate about helping women write stories that matter. And today, I want t…

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How BookFunnel Supercharges Author Marketing with Damon Courtney {ep. 166} 48:45

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In this episode, Alexa chats with Damon Courtney, creator and CEO of BookFunnel, about how indie authors can grow their readership, build their email lists, and sell more books using BookFunnel's ever-expanding toolkit. Whether you're just getting started or looking to maximize your existing account, this episode is packed with insights. In this po…

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Author Talk - Tony Stewart 45:59

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Join us as we speak with Tony about his memoir "Carrying the Tiger." #authortalk #author #writer #memoir

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Writing Soulful Nonfiction with Danielle Anderson of InkWorthy Books {ep. 165} 40:10

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In this inspiring episode, Alexa sits down with Danielle Anderson, founder of InkWorthy Books and the Soulful Nonfiction School. Danielle is a certified nonfiction book coach and editor with more than 14 years of experience helping writers bring mission-driven, healing-centered books into the world. They discuss what it means to write "soulful nonf…

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From Ghostwriting to Global Bestsellers: JD Barker’s Savvy Moves that Grew His Author Business {ep. 164} 39:52

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In this episode of Alexa’s Publishing Chat, bestselling author JD Barker joins Alexa to share the bold, strategic decisions that helped him build a powerhouse fiction career. From ghostwriting and indie publishing to launching his own imprint with Simon & Schuster, JD has built a career grounded in talent, creative risk-taking, and entrepreneurial …

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Author Talk - Josh Mendoza 47:26

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Join us as we speak with Josh about is latest novel and his journey to becoming a published author.#writer #author #podcast #mondaymotivation

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Luminare Press - Hybrid vs. Self-Publishing with Patricia Marshall {ep. 163} 48:57

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As hybrid presses become a more popular option, we're often asked about the difference between hybrid presses and self-publishing. Here's a breakdown of the differences at Luminare Press 📚 Self-Publishing Assist vs. Hybrid Publishing Self-Publishing Assist (Luminare Press) Offers fee-for-service publishing help: editing, cover and interior design, …

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Author Talk - Dwayne Brenna 45:50

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Join us as we speak with Dwayne about his latest novel "Theories of Everything."#author #writer #podcast

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Make Marketing Fun Again: How to Promote Your Book Without Losing Your Mind {ep. 162} 35:17

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📚 In this episode of Alexa’s Publishing Chat, Alexa shares: The terrifying moment every author faces—wondering if people will hate your book—and how to overcome it. Why marketing doesn’t have to feel icky or overwhelming—and how to make it fun. The power of early feedback: how to build and use an advance reader team. What to do if talking about you…

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Author Talk - Patrick MacPhee 45:37

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Join us as we speak with award-winning author Patrick MacPhee.#author #writer #awardwinning

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Is Substack Right for You? with Claire Tak {ep. 161} 39:16

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If you’ve been hearing the buzz about Substack but aren’t sure what it is—or how it could actually help you as a writer—you’re going to love today’s conversation. I’m joined by Claire Tak, a tech writer turned aspiring memoirist, who shares how Substack became her go-to platform for building an authentic writing community, sharing her journey, and …

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Building Author Community & Confidence with Brooke Black {ep. 160} 23:46

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📝 Show Notes: In this episode, Alexa Bigwarfe chats with Brooke Black of Black Bear Communications about the power of author community, the journey from editing to full-service support, and how The Hive Collective helps authors thrive. From self-publishing to traditional routes, Brooke shares wisdom, encouragement, and practical strategies. 💡 Key T…

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Author Talk - Doug Lawrence 49:19

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Join us as we speak with Doug about his upcoming novel Grief: The Silent Pandemic #hope #author #nonfiction #writer

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Self-Publishing Secrets for Children's Book Authors with Karen Ferreira {ep. 159} 30:37

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🎙️ Show Notes In this episode, Alexa and Karen discuss: How Karen’s journey as an illustrator led her to launch Get Your Book Illustrations and Children’s Book Mastery Common struggles children's book authors face and how Karen helps solve them Why writing a short children's book is actually harder than people think The essential elements every chi…

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Books Born from Grief: Writing to Heal and Help with Nathalie Himmelrich {ep. 158} 42:34

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In this episode, Alexa and Nathalie discussed: 💡 How it all began: Nathalie reflects on her first book, Grieving Parents: Surviving Loss as a Couple, which grew from sharing her own story online and realizing it could help others. ✍️ The unexpected journey to six books: She never set out to be an author, but over time felt called—intuitively and em…

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Author Talk - Jackiem Joyner 48:01

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Join us as we speak with International Best-Selling author and Billboard saxophonist Jackiem Joyner. #author #music #writer

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Author Talk - Edward Willett 49:45

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Join us as we speak with Shadowpaw press about there upcoming releases. #authortalk #publisher #writers

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Hot Sh*t & High Standards: Women Redefining Publishing {ep. 157} 1:11:17

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Panelists: Karen Strauss (Hybrid Global Publishing) Pam Sheppard (Sheppard Edits) Alesha Brown (Fruition Publishing) E. Danielle Butler (EvyDani Books) Linda Ruggieri (Editor, The Insightful Editor) Panel Discussion Highlights: Karen Strauss shared her experience leaving corporate publishing due to gender bias and lack of upward mobility. She found…