The Wordslinger Podcast

Yannick Nelson is the “head honcho” at Azoogma—an agency that (among other things) does translation and localization for clients. It’s a fascinating look into how good translation goes beyond just word-to-word transformation, but includes elements of story telling and crafting, customizing the message and meaning to fit the audience. Azoogma ensures that the work fits the culture where it appears, and that’s a lesson all storytellers can benefit from! Learn more about Yannick Nelson and her work at http://www.azoogma.com. As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Looking for a good book? Check out Kevin’s latest release, “Citadel: Omnibus,” the collected Citadel trilogy in one volume for the very first time! Pick up your copy on Kindle today: http://amzn.to/1xVgl91 Start following the podcast at http://kevintumlinson.com/podcast and on iTunes (rate us!). Interested in starting your own publishing empire? Kevin can help. Get some coaching to help you launch your own Wordslinging career today. http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Self publishing has quickly become a career for thousands of authors in the US, but to be successful at it takes a level of business and marketing savvy that many authors shy away from. Nick Thacker, however, is a pro. He also happens to be a collaborator with Kevin on fiction and business alike. This week, listen as Kevin talks with his writing partner Nick about the ins and outs of collaboration, book marketing, and self publishing. Learn more about Nick Thacker online at http://www.nickthacker.com, and dip into the Self Publishing Answers podcast at http://www.writehacked.com. As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Looking for a good book? Check out Kevin’s latest release, “Citadel: Omnibus,” the collected Citadel trilogy in one volume for the very first time! Pick up your copy on Kindle today: http://amzn.to/1xVgl91 Start following the podcast at http://kevintumlinson.com/podcast and on iTunes (rate us!). Interested starting your own publishing empire? Kevin can help. Get some coaching to help you launch your own Wordslinging career today. http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone wants to know “the secret” behind self publishing success, but when it comes down to it it’s just one simple rule: Do the work. Writing, marketing, promoting, publishing (repeat), it’s all part of the “necessary evil” of building a publishing empire. And no one knows that better than Sean Platt, one of the trio who grace earbuds every week on the Self Publishing Podcast, and who tickle the frontal lobes of fiction and non-fiction readers alike from their publishing platform, Sterling and Stone. This week, Kevin sits down with Sean for some earnest talk about living the dream. Learn more about Sean Platt at http:/www.selfpublishingpodcast.com and http://www.sterlingandstone.net. As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Looking for a good book? Check out Kevin’s latest release, “Citadel: Omnibus,” the collected Citadel trilogy in one volume for the very first time! Pick up your copy on Kindle today: http://amzn.to/1xVgl91 Start following the podcast at http://kevintumlinson.com/podcast and on iTunes (rate us!). Interested starting your own publishing empire? Kevin can help. Get some coaching to help you launch your own Wordslinging career today. http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it take to write new and original fantasy—set in a world that’s maybe a little like our own history, but just different enough to seem strange and new? Jamie Maltman, author of the “Arts Reborn” series talks about his work and how he plots, plans, and refines his fiction. Learn more about Jamie Maltman at http://www.jamiemaltman.com/ As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Looking for a good book? Check out Kevin’s latest release, “Citadel: Omnibus,” the collected Citadel trilogy in one volume for the very first time! Pck up your copy on Kindle today: http://amzn.to/1xVgl91 Start following the podcast at http://www.wordslingerpodcast.com (or, temporarily, at http://kevintumlinson.com/podcast) Interested in author coaching? http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The American Manufacturing Revolution is the kind of thing that warms a Wordsligner’s heart. It harkens back to the days when guys like Benjamin Frank, Nikola Tesla, and Thomas Edison were tinkering around and learning everything they could about how nature works, and how it could be harnessed to create something new and innovative. Kevin Faul could join that list, as his company, Conway Electrics, starts with a simple but beautifully designed product that may redefine something we use every day. Learn more about Kevin Faul and Conway Electric at http://www.conwaygoods.com As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s fearless and then there’s fiercely fearless! Michael La Ronn is the indie author who brings us fearless fantasy—featuring everything from anthropomorphized broccoli to Teddy Bears who battle our worst fears in the darkness. His Decision Select Novels are a unique spin on the “Choose Your Own Adventure” books you probably read as a kid. With updated storytelling and grownup themes, these books are set to reach a whole new market of fiction lovers! This week, Kevin talks to Michael about his work, and the role story plays in the indie author game. Learn more about Michael La Ronn and his books at www.michaellaronn.com. Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So what’s the story with digital marketing? That’s exactly what we’re talking about this week with Jay Winkler, Principal and Creative Director of Idea Lab Digital Marketing. Jay talks about everything from the beauty of his picturesque home and workplace in Moorestown, New Jersey, to the ups and downs of brand building and marketing for small to mid-size B2B companies. Learn more about Jay Winkler and Idea Lab Digital Marketing at http://www.idealabdigital.com. As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Looking for a good book? Check out Kevin’s latest release, “Citadel: Omnibus,” the collected Citadel trilogy in one volume for the very first time! Pck up your copy on Kindle today: http://amzn.to/1xVgl91 Start following the podcast at http://www.wordslingerpodcast.com (or, temporarily, at http://kevintumlinson.com/podcast) Interested in author coaching? http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aloha! This week, Kevin chats with JoAnn Takaski, author of “Luau Like a Local” and CEO of GlobalWrites. Family and food are connected in some of the most intimate and interesting ways, and JoAnn has created something that shares a bit of her own family history, and the foods she grew up loving. Learn a little about Hawaiian cuisine with a story flavor. Learn more about JoAnn and “Luau Like a Local” online at http://www.luaulikealocal.com You can also learn more about her marketing services at http://www.globalwrites.com. As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Looking for a good book? Check out Kevin’s latest release, “Citadel: Omnibus,” the collected Citadel trilogy in one volume for the very first time! Pck up your copy on Kindle today: http://amzn.to/1xVgl91 Start following the podcast at http://www.wordslingerpodcast.com (or, temporarily, at http://kevintumlinson.com/podcast) Interested in author coaching? http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Story plays a huge role in the development and growth of a business. And no one knows that batter that Rachel Parker—CEO & Founder of Resonance Content Marketing. This week Kevin talks to Rachel about the power of storytelling in building a brand and nurturing a business. Content is king, and Rachel is the queen of content! Learn more about Rachel and her company, Resonance Content Marketing, at http://www.resonancecontent.com As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Looking for a good book? Check out Kevin’s latest release, “Citadel: Omnibus,” the collected Citadel trilogy in one volume for the very first time! Pck up your copy on Kindle today: http://amzn.to/1xVgl91 Start following the podcast at http://www.wordslingerpodcast.com (or, temporarily, at http://kevintumlinson.com/podcast) Interested in author coaching? http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every life has its tragedies and pain. That’s all part of the story. But you don’t have to let that pain define who you are. It’s part of the story, not the WHOLE story. This week we chat with Tammy McDonald, author of “Shifted Vision: Finding new life in the midst of devastation,” and founder of Shifted Vision Ministries. Learn how to turn around tragedy to make it an empowering part of your story. Learn more about Tammy and her ministry, and get your hands on “Shifted Vision” at http://www.shiftedvisionministries.com/ As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Start following the podcast at http://www.wordslingerpodcast.com (or, temporarily, at http://kevintumlinson.com/podcast) Interested in author coaching? http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This great interview with Marianne Cantwell, author of “Be a Free Range Human,” might have been called “Wordslinger Redux!” After two interview sessions and half a dozen re-recordings of the intro (thanks to some weird technical glitches), this is the interview that fought to be heard. So enjoy. And if you have any questions for Marianne or for Kevin, send them along. Get your hands on “Be a Free Range Human” on Amazon: http://amzn.to/1uHxlkm And you can visit Marianne online at http://www.free-range-human.com As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Start following the podcast at http://www.wordslingerpodcast.com Interested in author coaching? http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Kevin chats with Andy Nulman, author of “POW! Right Between the Eyes: Profiting from the power of surprise.” Andy talks about his book, the role of story in surprise marketing, and even the faux pas (or was it genius?) of the Apple/U2 album gaff. Pick up a copy (or 12) of Andy’s book on Amazon: http://amzn.to/ZdfZ27 And you can visit Andy online and keep up with his blog at http://powrightbetweentheeyes.typepad.com/ As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Start following the podcast at http://www.kevintumlinson.com/podcast Interested in author coaching? http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kevin talks to Bob Beaver of CDS Productions about his work in creating anime parody dubs. What’s legal and what isn’t? Who’s the audience? Why do this crazy thing in the first place? Find out more about the fun and funny world of anime parodies as Bob Beaver answers all. Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Kevin talks with video blogger Paul Campbell, from the Real United States Vlog, about storytelling with YouTube. Learn about Paul and his blog, plus his new production company Perspicacity Films (say THAT three times real fast), and get an inside look at what it takes to make the YouTube magic happen. Visit Paul Campbell online: YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/RealUnitedStatesVlog Website: http://realunitedstates.com/ As always, get more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his work at www.kevintumlinson.com. Start following the podcast at http://www.kevintumlinson.com/podcast Interested in author coaching? http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First episode! This week, Kevin Tumlinson introduces the Wordslinger Podcast, tells you the point of it all, and gives you some tips on storytelling and marketing. Learn the secret to writing a book in 30 days! Plus learn how "free" can be the start of a good marketing funnel for your business. Whether you're one of Kevin's readers, an indie author, or just someone needs a little marketing advice, there's a story here waiting for you. This week's news story comes from the following article: http://www.viralglobalnews.com/technology/apple-icloud-vulnerable-to-phone-password-breaker-software/16161/ Start following the podcast at http://www.kevintumlinson.com/podcast And be sure to check out the website for more information about Kevin Tumlinson and his books: http://www.kevintumlinson.com Interested in author coaching? http://www.kevintumlinson.com/author-coaching Get full access to The Writer_ at kevintumlinson.substack.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices