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Each week join the SPA Girls for a fun podcast with information, tips and honest advice on self publishing for authors. Hosted by four experienced self-publishing writers, we provide a mix of interviews, craft shows, and marketing information that will help you start your self-publishing journey. Join us today!

Jan 30, 2024

In this episode we chat to YA Fantasy author Katie Cross. She has so much passion and enthusiasm for what she does, and loves her readers! 
We talk about direct sales and how to relate to your readers, and these are just two of the topics we covered. Sit down with your favorite beverage and enjoy because it's action...


Jan 24, 2024

You are your own publishing house when you self-publish. There’s lots to do, and lots to think about, especially the first few times you publish a book. 

That’s why we’ve created this helpful, back-to-basics SPA Girls Podcast episode – to help you go from rough manuscript to published book, with our notes on...


Jan 17, 2024

This episode, we’re joined again by the effervescent Kathleen Sweeney from Bookbrush. Book Brush is a platform where authors can easily create their own professional-looking ads and marketing images for social media.

Kathleen is going to update us on best practices, new additions to Book Brush software and added...


Jan 10, 2024

Inspired by Dr Michael Moseley’s JUST ONE THING (https://michaelmosley.co.uk/ ) we use his framework to give practical tips for uncomplicating your writing and author business life.

  1. Keep It Simple
  2. Be Realistic
  3. Create A Trigger
  4. Know Your Why
  5. Stick With It For At Least A Month
  6. Try To Replace Bad Habits With...


Jan 2, 2024

Business Planning for authors isn’t too often discussed, but the minute you go from hobbyist writer to publishing-for-profit, congratulations! You’re now a business entrepreneur.

So what is a business plan? It’s the foundation of your business, a road map of your business structure, future projects,...