The 5 Minute Author
Welcome to the award-winning 5 Minute Author, the only short form podcast to get you informed about writing and self-publishing. I’m Sonja Dewing, award-winning creative writer, CEO of Women’s Thriller Writers Association, and happy dog mom to giant puppy Bo. Let’s get started.
Podcasting since 2022 • 47 episodes
The 5 Minute Author
Latest Episodes
Don't fall for the Bookclub Email
Hello! I am coming to you again from my motel room in Tucson, right before the Tucson Festival of Books.And today I want to talk about how not to let scammers take your money.Now, I'm talking about those emails that you are or wil...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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9:46
Frustration as Growth
All right, well, first of all, this recording is coming from my motel room at Tucson, just before the Tucson Book Festival. I'm really excited to go. So, no editing here.But I want to talk about how frustration is growth in disguise....
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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6:56
10 Ways Authors can De-Stress
Today I'm diving into something we all need - especially if you're feeling overwhelmed, distracted, or maybe the state of the world is seeping into your creative space.Yep, I'm talking about how to de-stress as an author - and find your ...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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7:05
How to Get Started Writing Your Novel
You have an idea in the back of your mind for a book. Great! But how do you get it from idea to paper?Starting a novel is like embarking on a grand adventure. Are you going to write your ugly first draft and then your next draft an...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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6:34
Mastering Amazon Ads: Top Tips for Authors to Boost Book Sales
Welcome to the first episode of a new year. I’m your host, Sonja Dewing, and today I’m diving into the realm of Amazon Ads and sharing the top tips to help you make the most of this powerful marketing tool.With millions of books availabl...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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7:22