Best Kevin Mclaughlin Podcasts (2025)

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46 - Using AI to Amplify Creativity with Book Coach Jocelyn Lindsay 47:47

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we sit down with Jocelyn Lindsay, an innovative book coach and writer, to explore the transformative power of AI in the writing and publishing industry. Jocelyn shares her insights on using AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude to amplify creativity, streamline marketing strategies, and support new writers in thei…

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EP #53: Remaining Curious and the Professional Services Executive Journey, with Rebecca Goodman-Stephens, CEO of Moses Singer 32:46

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Titles don’t build trust, people do. And according to Rebecca Goodman-Stephens, that’s where real leadership begins. Rebecca is the CEO of Moses Singer, a New York law firm, but her story starts far from the legal world. She grew up across the UK, Switzerland, and France, studied clinical psychology, and built her career in consulting and public ac…

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45 - Streamlining Author Workflows with Chelle Honiker of Author Automations 50:38

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we are thrilled to welcome back Chelle Honiker, an expert in AI and automation, particularly within the publishing industry. Chelle shares her journey into the world of AI-powered automations, detailing how her Substack, Author Automations, has become an invaluable resource for authors looking to streamline t…

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44 - AI in the Author's Workflow with Jamie Davis of Author Nation 41:13

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite sit down with Jamie Davis, a seasoned author and the conference director of Author Nation, to discuss his journey from initial skepticism to embracing AI as a powerful tool for enhancing his writing process, streamlining workflows, and expanding his storytelling into vi…

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Inside Books Episode 121 Caroline Madden 23:42

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Inside Books is a regular popular author interview podcast presented by Breda Brown. In this episode Breda is in conversation with Caroline Madden who has been writing for The Irish Times for over fifteen years. She was longlisted for the Write Stuff competition at the London Book Fair in 2019 and The Husband Whisperer was longlisted for the Blue P…

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EP #52: Succession Planning and A Seamless Transition with Yakub Hazzard Chair of MSK 31:17

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Succession only looks seamless from the outside. Yakub Hazzard shares what it really took to step into the chair role at Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp LLP, and why leadership transitions require more than just good timing. How do you plan for change without disrupting what already works? Yakub walks through the nearly two-year succession planning pro…

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43 - The Future of Storytelling: AI Movies and Agents with Michael Evans of Author Sidekick 51:09

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite are joined by Michael Evans, the innovative mind behind Author Sidekick, to explore the transformative role of AI in storytelling. Examining topics such as AI-driven movies and multimedia storytelling, Michael shares his insights on how AI can redefine what it means to …

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42 - Innovative AI Storytelling with Russell Nohelty from Author Stack 44:12

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite are joined by USA Today bestselling author Russell Nohelty to explore the transformative role of AI in both fiction and nonfiction writing. Russell shares his journey from AI skeptic to advocate, highlighting how AI tools have become invaluable co-creators in his expans…

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Inside Books Episode 120 Kevin Rafter 29:59

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Inside Books is a regular popular author interview podcast presented by Breda Brown. In this episode Breda is in conversation with Kevin Rafter an Irish academic and non-executive director. He has authored/edited over a dozen books including, most recently, Dillon Rediscovered: The Newspaperman Who Befriended Kings, Presidents and Oil Tycoons publi…

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41 - AI in Creative Writing and Translations with Olivia Rigal 46:40

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite engage in a compelling discussion with author Olivia Rigal, exploring her innovative use of AI in the publishing industry. Olivia shares her journey from law to literature, highlighting how she harnesses AI tools to enhance creativity, streamline translations, and expan…

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40 - Balancing Joy and Technology in Writing with Kevin McLaughlin 45:43

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite engage in an enlightening conversation with prolific sci-fi author and AI enthusiast, Kevin McLaughlin. With over 100 novels under his belt, Kevin shares his insights on the transformative role of AI in the publishing industry, highlighting how he integrates AI tools in…

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39 - Transforming Audiobook Narration and Discovery with Spoken 47:52

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite are joined by Phil Marshall and Andrew Wallner, co-founders of Spoken Press, to explore the transformative role of AI in the audiobook industry. Discover how Spoken Press is revolutionizing audiobook creation, distribution, and monetization with its innovative AI-driven…

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38 - Celebrating One Year of Brave New Bookshelf with Danica and Steph 47:34

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In this special one-year anniversary episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite reflect on their journey exploring the intersection of AI and authorship. They discuss the rapid evolution of AI in the publishing industry and share personal insights into how these tools have transformed their writing workflows. With over …

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Inside Books Episode 119 Tom Lyons 38:06

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Inside Books is a regular popular author interview podcast presented by Breda Brown. In this episode Breda is in conversation with Tom Lyons is one of Ireland’s most decorated journalists, winning a string of awards and accolades for his coverage of Irish business and finance over the past two decades. He is the co-author of two bestselling books -…

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37 - Wide Strategies and Translations with Monica Leonelle from Writer MBA 48:13

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In this episode of the Brave New Bookshelf, we’re joined by Monica Leonelle, co-founder of Writer MBA and a trailblazer in the publishing world, to explore how AI is revolutionizing wide strategies and translations for authors. Monica shares her journey from skepticism to fully embracing AI as a tool to expand creativity, save time, and break into …

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EP #51: How an AmLaw100 Firm Integrated Technology into Their DNA with Jaime Drozd 33:54

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Law firms that treat innovation like a team sport are the ones shaping the future of legal practice. Chris Batz and Howard Rosenberg sit down with Jamie Drozd, the managing partner at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP, a corporate law firm known for leaning into technology in ways that actually stick. Jamie shares how her path, from commercial litigator to…

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36 - Story Bibles from Story Snap with Cameron Sutter from Plottr 34:50

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite welcome back Cameron Sutter, creator of Plottr, to discuss his latest innovation, Story Snap — an AI-powered tool that creates detailed book bibles in minutes. Cameron dives into how Story Snap works, its game-changing potential for authors and developmental editors, an…

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35 - Exploring AI, Translations, and Zombies with Derek Slaton 39:33

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we sit down with Derek Slaton, author of the massive Dead America zombie series. From creating weekly audio stories on YouTube and Spotify using AI narration tools like Play HT, to expanding his global reach through affordable translations with Scribe Shadow, Derek shares his insights on leveraging technology…

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EP #50: Private Equity Dry Powder & Corporate Law Firms with Crispin Passmore 38:26

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Private equity is making moves in the legal industry, and Crispin Passmore has a message for firms that think they can ignore it: adapt or risk getting left behind. Chris Batz and Howard Rosenberg sit down with Crispin, the co-founder of Stratify and a former U.K. regulator turned law firm consultant, to talk about what’s happening on both sides of…

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Inside Books Episode 118 Roisin O Donnell 24:25

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Inside Books is a regular popular author interview podcast presented by Breda Brown. In this episode Breda is in conversation with Roisín O'Donnell the an award-winning author.Roisín won the prize for Short Story of the Year at the An Post Irish Book Awards in 2018, and was shortlisted for the same prize in 2022. She is the author of the story coll…

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34 - Dana Sacco and Bootstrapping Your Publishing Career with AI Tools 42:33

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we sit down with Dana Sacco, a businesswoman-turned-author who has mastered the art of bootstrapping her publishing career using AI tools. Dana shares how she transitioned from being an avid reader to a multi-genre author, all while leveraging affordable and innovative AI solutions like ChatGPT, Claude, and I…

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33 - The Rise of AI in Publishing with Jason Hamilton 47:02

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we sit down with Jason Hamilton, also known as The Nerdy Novelist, to explore how AI is revolutionizing the world of writing and publishing. Jason shares his journey from self-published author to YouTube sensation, offering insights into his favorite AI tools, his innovative 40 Chapter Plot Module, and practi…

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32 - Balancing Creativity, Systems, and Technology with Elana Johnson 1:02:14

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we’re joined by the prolific author Elana Johnson, who shares her incredible journey of integrating AI into her high-output writing career. From outlining and character development to social media content creation and gamifying her workflow, Elana reveals how she uses tools like Notebook LM, Plotdrive, and Op…

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Inside Books Episode 117 Brighid McLaughlin 22:48

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Inside Books is a regular popular author interview podcast presented by Breda Brown. In this episode Breda is in conversation with 'Brighid 'Biddy' McLaughlin, Irish journalist and storytellerBy Unique Media

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31 - Creativity, AI, and Publishing with Derek Murphy 58:09

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we sit down with Derek Murphy — author, artist, and expert in creativity and publishing. From the history of creativity to the ways AI is transforming accessibility for authors, Derek shares interesting insights on how writers can embrace these tools to enhance their work while navigating the fears surroundin…

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30 - Legalities, Workflows, and Transformative Use with Alicia Wright 43:12

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we’re joined by Alicia Wright, an IP attorney and science fiction author, to explore the legalities of AI in publishing and how authors can ethically and creatively use AI tools in their workflows. Alicia shares her expertise on copyright law, explains common myths about plagiarism and AI, and offers invaluab…

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29 - Writing Spicy with AI: A Conversation with Erica Bobrik 35:36

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we dive into the world of writing spicy content with AI alongside prolific author Erica Bobrik. With nearly 190 published titles across ten pen names, Erica shares her expert insights on leveraging AI tools to craft compelling stories, navigate boundaries in spicy scenes, and manage a diverse publishing caree…

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28 - The Role of Community in AI-Driven Authorship 42:41

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas (Future Fiction Academy) and Danica Favorite (PublishDrive) discuss the vital role of community in navigating AI-driven authorship. They tackle important topics like overcoming fear of backlash for using AI, leveraging transcription tools to create valuable content, and finding your tribe …

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EP #49: Why Corporate Law Firms Merge with Chris Batz 22:59

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“It’s astonishing; it’s just mind-blowing,” says Chris Batz about the exponential growth in revenue generated by the AmLaw top 100 firms in the last 22 years. On today’s episode of The Future is Bright, Chris takes a closer look at these numbers, what’s driving them and which firm comes out on top. He also takes a look at the increasing number of f…

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Inside Books Episode 116 Catherine Dunne 24:54

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Inside Books is a regular popular author interview podcast presented by Breda Brown. In this episode Breda is in conversation with Catherine Dunne, the author of twelve novels, several essays and one work of non-fiction.By Unique Media

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EP #48: Leading the Way as a Values-Based Law Firm with Kristina Lawson 36:39

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“It’s all about people management,” says today’s guest Kristina Lawson, drawing parallels between her time as the former mayor of Walnut Creek, CA to her current role as managing partner at Hanson Bridgett LLP, a mid-sized firm which like Kristina, whose practice was in real estate and land use, has a deep connection and dedication to California an…

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27 - Looking Forward to 2025: AI, Publishing, and Big Dreams 39:26

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite dive into an inspiring end-of-year discussion on the evolving role of AI in publishing and their ambitious plans for 2025. From Steph’s vision of becoming an "AI-assisted studio" to Danica’s focus on using automation to create bandwidth for creativity, they share how au…

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Inside Books Episode 115 Martina Devlin 37:59

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Inside Books is a regular popular author interview podcast presented by Breda Brown. In this episode Breda is in conversation with Martina Devlin, the award-winning novelist and journalist with 12 books published.By Unique Media

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EP #47: Innovation and Growth in the UK Legal Market with Neville Eisenberg 37:40

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“It is still quite challenging to convince partners of the need for change when the traditional model is still serving them incredibly well,” says Neville Eisenberg, Senior Strategy Executive, Mishcon de Reya, who joins The Future is Bright to talk about innovation taking place within UK law firms, innovation he helped contribute to with the contra…

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EP #46: Noah Heller CEO of Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP on Leadership & Relationships 36:55

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“Everyone deserves to feel like they matter,” says Noah Heller, who as CEO of Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP has built a culture of communication and connection, of being consistently authentic and operating with integrity in work and in life. He joins this episode of The Future is Bright to explain how his firm has evolved under his 12-year tenure by …

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26 - Uniting Authors and AI: Marco Moutinho on Dibbly Create's Collaborative Platform 37:29

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite are joined by Marco Moutinho, the innovative founder of Dibbly Create, which is revolutionizing collaboration between authors and freelancers. Marco shares his journey from software engineering to developing a platform that seamlessly integrates AI tools to enhance prod…

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EP #45 The UK Legal Market with Greg Jackson of PwC 43:40

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“I suspect in the UK we’re going to end up with some really deep, high-quality verticals…as opposed to lots of law firms having components,” says today’s guest Greg Jackson, Director of Law Firm Strategy and Transformation at PwC, who joins The Future is Bright to discuss this and many more predictions he has for the future of UK law firms. Along w…

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25 - Harnessing AI for Author Success with Lorna K. Bailey 43:05

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite are joined by Lorna K. Bailey, an expert executive virtual assistant for authors, to explore how AI can be harnessed for author success. Lorna shares her insights on creating efficient workflows and leveraging AI tools like ChatGPT to streamline administrative tasks, al…

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24 - AI Narration in Publishing with Louise Meyer-Schoenherr from ElevenLabs 35:58

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we are joined by Louise Meyer-Schoenherr from Eleven Labs, a pioneering company in the field of AI-driven audiobook production. Dive into the fascinating world of audio narration as Louise discusses how Eleven Labs is transforming the publishing industry with their cutting-edge technology that makes high-qual…

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Inside Books Episode 114 Cavuery Madhavan 21:33

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Inside Books is a regular popular author interview podcast presented by Breda Brown. In this episode Breda is in conversation with Cavuery Madhavan, the Indian born writer living in Ireland who uses her experience of being a migrant in her writing.By Unique Media

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EP #44: A Law Firm Merger of Equals with Scott Kadish and Kevin McLaughlin 39:33

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“We wanted it to be a true merger of equals,” says Scott Kadish, who, along with Kevin McLaughlin, are Co-Managing Partners at the newly merged UB Greensfelder. On today’s episode of The Future is Bright, the two men talk to host Chris Batz about what can happen when two firms marry their considerable strengths to make themselves even more competit…

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23 - How AI Has Made Us Better Writers With Danica Favorite & Steph Pajonas 37:27

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite delve into the transformative impact of AI on the writing process. As an accomplished author and tech enthusiast, Steph shares her insights on how AI has helped elevate her writing skills, offering practical examples of how technology enhances creativity. Danica joins t…

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22 - Merging Creativity and Business Acumen with Alice Briggs from Indie Author Magazine 36:37

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we sit down with Alice Briggs, the creative director and co-founder of Indie Author Magazine, to explore the dynamic intersection of creativity and business acumen in the world of publishing. Alice shares her innovative approach to utilizing AI tools to enhance both creative processes and business strategies …

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EP #43: How Corporate Law Firms Want to Grow with Chris Batz and Howard Rosenberg 16:10

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“Teams and groups are much harder to pull off. The degree of difficulty is a challenge. There’s a real prize if you get it right,” says co-host Howard Rosenberg as he and Chris Batz dig into the complexities of law firm growth through team acquisitions. They emphasize the strategic advantage of acquiring teams rather than individual hires. It’s a m…

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21 - From Brain Fog to Business Strategy: A Host Update with Steph Pajonas & Danica Favorite 38:56

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite share personal experiences, including Steph's journey through brain fog and the strategic use of AI tools to enhance productivity. The discussion covers key topics such as democratizing publishing, ethical AI usage, and the importance of treating writing as a business. …

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Inside Books Episode 113 Michelle Teahan 18:55

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Inside Books is a regular popular author interview podcast presented by Breda Brown. In this episode Breda is in conversation with thriller writer Michelle Teahan.By Unique Media

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20 - Crafting Sustainable Author Careers with Jill Cooper of The Writing Wives 45:12

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we sit down with Jill Cooper, co-founder of The Writing Wives, to explore the art of crafting sustainable author careers. Jill shares her expertise on leveraging AI tools to enhance creativity and productivity while maintaining joy in writing. She delves into strategies for building a strong backlist, alignin…

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EP #42: Super Star Laterals and $20 Million Dollar Paychecks with Chris Batz and Howard Rosenberg 11:36

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“This is really new territory that is going to challenge the way some of these law firms are run and how the industry responds to that going forward over the next couple of years,” says co-host Howard Rosenberg. In this episode, Howard and Chris Batz dive into the rising trend of superstar law partners landing eight-figure salaries and the major im…

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19 - Leveraging AI for Book Covers and Ads with Malorie Cooper of The Writing Wives 44:54

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we sit down with Malorie Cooper from The Writing Wives to explore how AI is revolutionizing the world of book covers and marketing for authors. Malorie shares her insights on using AI-generated images to create stunning, diverse visuals that are often hard to find in traditional stock photos — especially for …

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18 - The AI Revolution in Publishing with Thad McIlroy from The Future of Publishing 46:51

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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we sit down with Thad McIlroy from The Future of Publishing to discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming the publishing industry. From continuously updated books and global translations to AI-powered marketing tools, Thad shares his insights on how authors and publishers can leverage AI to streamlin…