Episode 169 / Historical mystery author SarahWoodbury shares how she researches and writes her novels set in medieval Wales. We also delve into writing a long series, the power of a free first in series book, and creating Youtube videos for readers.

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Show highlights:

• Indie publishing, the stigma around it, its benefits and challenges
• Challenges in finding a cover artist with the desired flexibility
• The freedom and possibilities in writing series
• The mistake of focusing on a small number of books and not continuing to produce content
• The importance of accuracy in historical fiction and the thrill of research
• Creation of video content for a Youtube channel based on a map of 500 places to be visited
• Sarah’s focus on presenting interesting facts and stories while her husband handles the video production
• The challenge of being the face of the YouTube channel and the passion for storytelling
• The importance of consistency in writing every day

Sarah Woodbury: https://www.sarahwoodbury.com/

More links: 

The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

Jami’s Launch Plan https://www.jamialbright.com/launchplan

Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5

Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/

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