The Two Authors’ Podcast

Managing an Author Empire with Mary Stone

Bestselling thriller author Mary Stone joins the lads and reveals her bold transition from healthcare marketing to thriving author, navigating the shift from romance to thrillers, and building a self-publishing empire. Discover her insights on pen names, co-writing, and the creative process that fuelled her success.Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcastLinks from the Show:https://authormarystone.com/https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mary-Stone/author/B07Q2G3KZChttps://www.facebook.com/authormarystoneLink to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform:http://tryvellum.com/twoauthorsDiscover us here:Website: www.douglas-pratt.comWebsite: www.harveybooks.comBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVEBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWritesFacebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNickEmail address: TwoAuthorsChatShow@gmail.comProduction:Intro by: Kim BrettonEdited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing ServicesMusic by: AML - ProductionsNewsletter sign-upNick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignupDoug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Feed the Senses with Luke Richardson

Thriller author Luke Richardson joins the lads to talk about his leap from teaching to writing full-time, fueled by his global travels. Discover how his vivid, tactile descriptions bring exotic locations to life in his archaeological thrillers, and his take on crafting compelling female protagonists.Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcastLinks from the Show:www.lukerichardsonauthor.comhttps://www.amazon.com/stores/Luke-Richardson/author/B07RBBLWYVhttps://www.facebook.com/lukerichardsonauthor/https://www.instagram.com/lukerichaahttps://www.tiktok.com/@lukerichardsonauthorhttps://www.youtube.com/@RichaBooksdraft2digital.comLink to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform:http://tryvellum.com/twoauthorsDiscover us here:Website: www.douglas-pratt.comWebsite: www.harveybooks.comBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVEBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWritesFacebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNickEmail address: TwoAuthorsChatShow@gmail.comProduction:Intro by: Kim BrettonEdited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing ServicesMusic by: AML - ProductionsNewsletter sign-upNick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignupDoug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Draft2Digital with Dan Wood

The lads chat with the nicest guy in publishing, Dan Wood from Draft2Digital, a one-stop-shop for self-publishing authors to format ebooks, distribute to stores, and track sales.Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcastLinks from the Show:draft2digital.comsmashwords.combooks2read.combookcovers.comwww.authoremail.comwww.booksflyer.comLink to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform:http://tryvellum.com/twoauthorsDiscover us here:Website: www.douglas-pratt.comWebsite: www.harveybooks.comBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVEBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWritesFacebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNickEmail address: TwoAuthorsChatShow@gmail.comProduction:Intro by: Kim BrettonEdited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing ServicesMusic by: AML - ProductionsNewsletter sign-upNick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignupDoug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

2025 Recap Part 2 with Jami and Sara

In part two of their year in review, Doug and Nick are joined once again by the fabulous authors and hosts of the Wish I'd Known Then Podcast Sara Rosett and Jami Albright. In this episode they discuss what they've seen this year with newsletters, translations, and audiobooks.Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcastLinks from the Show:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2121723www.jamialbright.comwww.sararosett.comLink to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform:http://tryvellum.com/twoauthorsDiscover us here:Website: www.douglas-pratt.comWebsite: www.harveybooks.comBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVEBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWritesFacebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNickEmail address: TwoAuthorsChatShow@gmail.comProduction:Intro by: Kim BrettonEdited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing ServicesMusic by: AML - ProductionsNewsletter sign-upNick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignupDoug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

2025 Recap with Jami and Sara

The wonderful Sara Rosett and Jami Albright from the Wish I'd Known Then Podcast join Doug and Nick for part one of their 2025 year in review. In this episode they look back on their author experience from the past twelve months, discuss platforms for special editions and unique author-centric projects, and the state of play in the world of social media.Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcastLinks from the Show:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2121723www.jamialbright.comwww.sararosett.comLink to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform:http://tryvellum.com/twoauthorsDiscover us here:Website: www.douglas-pratt.comWebsite: www.harveybooks.comBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVEBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWritesFacebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNickEmail address: TwoAuthorsChatShow@gmail.comProduction:Intro by: Kim BrettonEdited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing ServicesMusic by: AML - ProductionsNewsletter sign-upNick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignupDoug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Enthralling Characters with Robert Dugoni

Join the lads as they dive into the world of NYTbestselling author Robert Dugoni, exploring his journey from law toliterature and the creation of his beloved Tracy Crosswhite series.Discover how Robert crafts compelling characters and gripping plotsthat keep readers on the edge of their seats. This episode is like amini-masterclass!Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcastLinks from the Show:https://www.robertdugonibooks.com/https://www.amazon.com/stores/Robert-Dugoni/author/B001IR1RJChttps://www.facebook.com/AuthorRobertDugoni
https://www.scotturbach.com/https://www.amazon.com/stores/Scott-Urbach/author/B0F2M8XG36Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books forevery platform:http://tryvellum.com/twoauthorsDiscover us here:Website: http://www.douglas-pratt.comWebsite: https://www.harveybooks.comBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVEBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWritesFacebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNickEmail address: TwoAuthorsChatShow@gmail.comProduction:Intro by: Kim BrettonEdited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing ServicesMusic by: AML - ProductionsNewsletter sign-upNick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignupDoug: http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Optimizing Amazon Ads with BooksFlyer

In this episode, Nick and Doug dive into the world of Amazon ads with Sara Usera, the creator of BooksFlyer, a tool designed to optimize ad bids for authors. Discover how Sara's journey from marketing to software development led to a solution that simplifies ad management and enhances efficiency for authors worldwide.Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcastLinks from the Show:www.booksflyer.comLink to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform:http://tryvellum.com/twoauthorsDiscover us here:Website: www.douglas-pratt.comWebsite: www.harveybooks.comBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVEBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWritesFacebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNickEmail address: TwoAuthorsChatShow@gmail.comProduction:Intro by: Kim BrettonEdited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing ServicesMusic by: AML - ProductionsNewsletter sign-upNick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignupDoug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Pantsing with a Plotter Brain with Suzy K Quinn

The always-fun, bestselling author Suzy K. Quinn traces how her mum’s love of English sparked her career across traditional and self-publishing. She digs into industry surprises, why likability matters, and blending humour with emotional depth. Plus, the listener question comes from non-other than Longmire author Craig Johnson!Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcastLinks from the Show:https://www.suzykquinn.com/https://www.amazon.com/stores/Suzy-K-Quinn/author/B00A8G2OO6https://www.facebook.com/suzykquinnbooks/Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform:http://tryvellum.com/twoauthorsDiscover us here:Website: www.douglas-pratt.comWebsite: www.harveybooks.comBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVEBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWritesFacebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNickEmail address: TwoAuthorsChatShow@gmail.comProduction:Intro by: Kim BrettonEdited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing ServicesMusic by: AML - ProductionsNewsletter sign-upNick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignupDoug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

Reedsy and AI Searches with Ricardo Fayet

The lads chat with the always engaging co-founder of Reedsy, Ricardo Fayet, who explains how the author's marketplace service works. On the heels of one of the most interesting presentations at the NINC conference, Ricardo gives the Cliff Notes version of how the world is now searching for books (and everything else) on the internet.Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcastLinks from the Show:reedsy.combooks.reedsy.comwww.ricardofayet.comLink to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform:http://tryvellum.com/twoauthorsDiscover us here:Website: www.douglas-pratt.comWebsite: www.harveybooks.comBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVEBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWritesFacebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNickEmail address: TwoAuthorsChatShow@gmail.comProduction:Intro by: Kim BrettonEdited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing ServicesMusic by: AML - ProductionsNewsletter sign-upNick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignupDoug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html

The Indie Life with Craig Martelle

Prolific multi-genre author and indie publishing guru, Craig Martelle, joins Nick and Doug for a fascinating chat covering writing as a business, the indie landscape, getting started, and much more. Plus, kicking things off in this episode, Becca Symes drops in with a Patreon Listener Question.Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thetwoauthorspodcastLinks from the Show:www.craigmartelle.comhttps://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B01AQVF3ZYhttps://www.kickstarter.com/projects/beccasyme/dear-writer-you-still-need-to-quithttps://help.vellum.pub/guides/box-set/Link to our friends at Vellum where you can create beautiful books for every platform:http://tryvellum.com/twoauthorsDiscover us here:Website: www.douglas-pratt.comWebsite: www.harveybooks.comBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Douglas-Pratt/author/B006M6UQVEBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicholas-Harvey/author/B077W5KDV3Facebook (show): https://www.facebook.com/100089755976228Facebook (Doug): https://www.facebook.com/DouglasPrattWritesFacebook (Nick): https://www.facebook.com/CaymanNickEmail address: TwoAuthorsChatShow@gmail.comProduction:Intro by: Kim BrettonEdited by: SWSV Sound & Video Editing ServicesMusic by: AML - ProductionsNewsletter sign-upNick: https://www.subscribepage.com/nickharveysignupDoug:  http://www.douglas-pratt.com/sign-up-for-news.html