Equestrian Author Spotlight Podcast

Episode 34: On the Healing Power of Horses, Vision Boards & Equine Yoga with Pamela Jeffers

Episode 34: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! In each episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!
 
In this week's episode, you'll meet Pamela Jeffers. She's an author, equine therapist & co-founder of Natural Freedom Wellness Center. You'll learn ...
About Natural Freedom Wellness Center's nature-based, equine facilitated counseling and skill building services that use the restorative qualities of the natural world and the emerging field of equine assisted activities to promote a sense of improved well-being.
Why people develop patterns of thoughts, communications and actions through the experiences we have encountered throughout a lifetime and how sessions with horses can create a shift in mindset and help us heal.
How a difficult life experience inspired her to write her memoir and why she believes in using vision boards.
And MUCH more!
Website: http://naturalfreedomohio.com/
 
Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html where you can read the episode show notes and find the links and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.
 
Want a free guide to secrets of horse book authors? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom.html and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.
 
If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com to fill out a request.

Episode 33: On Writing Career Building Blocks, Equestrian Romance & Conquering Fear with Laurie Berglie

Episode 33: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! In each episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!
 
In this week's episode, you'll meet author, blogger, copy-editor, freelance journalist, and Instagram superstar Laurie Berglie. You'll learn ...
How she is building her writing career through freelance work, blogging, writing books, offering copy-editing services, and operating an Instagram channel.
About the history of her popular blog The Maryland Equestrian and how supporting the people and products she loves led to her influencer status.
How she overcame the fear that crept in after publishing her first book and went on to independently publish two additional equestrian romance books in one year.
And MUCH more!
Website: http://www.laurieberglie.com/
 
Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html where you can read the episode show notes and find the links and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.
 
Want a free guide to secrets of horse book authors? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom.html and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.
 
If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com to fill out a request.

Episode 32: On Rodeo, Cowgirl Poetry & Instagram Best Practices with Amy C. Witt

Episode 32: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! In each episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!
In this week's episode, you'll meet cowgirl, freelance journalist, poet, blogger and brand ambassador Amy C. Witt. You'll learn ...
How she began her rodeo career from running barrels to team roping to breakaway and how she deals with her nerves and challenges.
About Instagram best practices and how Amy uses the social media platform to develop a strong following and build relationships with brands.
How working for a local newspaper started her career and led to a creative writing class which gave her the courage to publish her book of poetry called Cowgirl Confessions.
And MUCH more!
Website: http://www.caliidreamin.com/
 
Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html where you can read the episode show notes and find the links and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.
 
Want a free guide to secrets of horse book authors? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom.html and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.
 
If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com to fill out a request.

Episode 30: On Endurance Riding, Writing Books Fast & Prioritizing with J. A. "Julie" Campbell

Episode 30: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! In each episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!
 
In this week's episode, you'll meet Fantasy, Horror and Sci-Fi Author J. A. (Julie) Campbell. You'll learn ...
 
About Julie's love of endurance riding, how she is preparing her horse to cover 100 miles in one day, and what makes a horse well-suited to the sport.
Why she wrote a Sci-Fi/Fantasy book series about a horse that can transport its rider to another world. Cool!
Why prioritizing is the secret to writing more than one book a year.
What it's like to work with a small press, the benefits of being a member of multiple author organizations, and why it's okay for your first draft to suck.
And MUCH more!
 
Website: https://writerjacampbell.wordpress.com/
 
Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html where you can read the episode show notes and find the links and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.
 
Want a free guide to secrets of writing about horses? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom.html and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.
 
If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com to fill out a request.

Episode 29: On Developing a Book Series, Author Partnership & Delivery of a Newfoundland Pony with Laura Hargis

Episode 29: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! In each episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!
 
In this week's episode, you'll meet the Horsey Holiday Book Series Author Laura Hargis. You'll learn ...
 
About Laura's new heart horse, a Newfoundland Pony named Maude, and her love of carriage driving. Maudie was being delivered to Laura from Canada the day we conducted our interview!
How she developed her Horsey Holiday Book Series and the touching true story that inspired A Shetland Thanksgiving.
Why partnering with other authors is so important and how it led to the creation of her Authors with Altitude group where they work together to promote each other, cost share, ask the right reader questions, and advocate for independent publishing.
The pros and cons of working with an illustrator, the importance of outsourcing some services, and why you should read your work out loud.
And MUCH more!
 
Website: http://giftedwithwords.net/
 
Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html where you can read the episode show notes and find the links and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.
 
Want a free guide to secrets of writing about horses? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom.html and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.
 
If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com to fill out a request.

Episode 28: On Telling Your Brand Story, Content Marketing Tips & Coaching with Laura Langfitt

Episode 28: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! In each episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!
 
In this week's episode, you'll meet The Word Wrangler Laura Langfitt of Unbridled Content Marketing. You'll learn ...
About Laura's passion for animal rescue and how it led her to adopt a special herd of animals.
Why it is so important to tell YOUR brand story in order to stand out in a busy marketplace.
How content marketing batching and automation is a great way to make sure your marketing still happens even when life happens.
Why she thinks working with a coach is the most valuable investment you can make while building and growing a business.
And MUCH more!
Website: https://unbridledcontentmarketing.com/
 
Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html where you can read the episode show notes and find the links and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.
 
Want a free guide to secrets of writing about horses? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom.html and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.
 
If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com to fill out a request.

Episode 27: On Horse-Sense, Human Nonsense & Herd Leader Responsibilities with P. D. "Dave" Basconi

Episode 27: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! In each episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!
 
In this week's episode, you'll meet Nonsense to Horse-Sense author P.D. "Dave" Basconi. You'll learn ...
About his thoughts on harmony and how adapting to the ways of the horse might improve humanity.
His insights on human responsibility in the role as herd leader of their horses.
How having relationship with another author led to his publishing deal and about the benefit of writing your own book over outsourcing it to another writer.
And MUCH more!
Website: https://enroutebooksandmedia.com/nonsense-to-horsesense/
 
Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html where you can read the episode show notes and find the links and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.
 
Want a free guide to secrets of writing about horses? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom.html and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.
 
If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com to fill out a request.

Episode 26: On Passion, Diversity & Illustrating Your Own Children's Books with Abriana Johnson

Episode 26: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! In each episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!
 
In this week's episode, you'll meet children's book author Abriana Johnson. You'll learn ...
Why she believes that when you feel like you have more questions than answers, you should put your passion first and you will find your way.
How she highlights diversity in the equestrian community thorough her children's books, 4-H club, podcast, and the Saddle Up and Read school book tour.
How she uses the program Procreate on her iPad to illustrate and format her Cowgirl Camryn children's book series.
And MUCH more!
Website: https://www.abrianajohnson.com/about
 
Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html where you can read the episode show notes and find the links and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.
 
Want a free guide to secrets of writing about horses? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom.html and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.
 
If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com to fill out a request.
 

Episode 25: On Writing Horse Racing History & Legal Considerations for Writers with Milton C. Toby

Episode 25: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! In each episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!
In this week's episode, you'll meet Milton C. Toby. He is an award-winning author, journalist, and attorney with more than forty years of experience researching and writing about Thoroughbred racing and equine law. You'll learn ...
About his contributions to horse racing's historical tapestry through the detailed research and deep work that goes into his books.
How advances work in traditional publishing and other legal considerations for writers.
The power of using a professional editor and the difference between editing and copy editing.
And MUCH more!
Website: https://miltonctoby.com/
Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html where you can read the episode show notes and find the links and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.
Want a free guide to secrets of writing about horses? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom.html and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.
If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com to fill out a request. 

Episode 24: On Growing Your Book Business, Virtual Assistants & Marketing Ideas with April Hardeman

Episode 24: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! In each episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book. If you are an author, aspire to be an author, or simply love horse books then you are in the right place!
In this week's episode, you'll meet Virtual Assistant and Owner of Make It Rein April Hardeman. You'll learn ...
Tips and techniques to help grow your business from Facebook groups, YouTube channels, podcasts, to blogs including an off-the-cuff brainstorm full of ideas on ways equine authors can market their books online.
How working with a virtual assistant can help you manage your online efforts, so you can free up time and focus on your writing.
Why she sees course building and membership programs as the future for equine businesses and authors.
And MUCH more!
Website: https://makeitrein.com/
Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html where you can read the episode show notes and find the links and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.
Want a free guide to secrets of horse book authors? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom.html and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.
If you are an author who writes about horses and would like to be spotlighted let me know. I’d be happy to include you, too. Visit my contact page at https://www.carlykadecreative.com to fill out a request.