Equestrian Author Spotlight Podcast

Episode 123: On Being a Writing Parent, The Power of an Hour & Author Partnerships with Jennifer S. Kelly

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 17:06:12 -0700

Episode 123: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, Jennifer S. Kelly returns to the show. Jennifer is an author and freelance turf writer. Her first two books, Sir Barton and the Making of the Triple Crown and The Foxes of Belair: Gallant Fox, Omaha, and the Quest for the Triple Crown, chronicle the lives and careers of the first three American Triple Crown winners. She also contributes to The Racing Biz, America's Best Racing, and TwinSpires Edge. Jennifer's work focuses on both the history of horse racing as well as current events, drawing on her deep knowledge and experience to share stories of the names and faces of this great sport. Saddle up for a candid conversation about parenting while writing, the creative power of an hour alone, and why reaching out to fellow authors is a path to success. Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-123-on-being-a-writing-parent-the-power-of-an-hour-author-partnerships-with-jennifer-s-kelly-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast 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.

Episode 122: On Writing Thousand Word Stories, Magical Moments & Realizing Dreams with Kathy Simmers

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 16:57:28 -0700

Episode 122: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, you'll meet Kathy Simmers.

Kathy always wanted to live on a farm with horses. When she was twelve years old, she started taking riding lessons. At nineteen she bought her first horse. It seemed like she was well on her way, but life doesn’t always go in a straight line. Though Kathy faced many obstacles she never gave up on her dream. Today Kathy & her husband live on a farm in North Carolina with horses, llamas, a small herd of goats, cats, a dog, and some chickens.

Jump the Moon, Kathy’s children’s book is based on the true story of her daughter (the girl with the long blonde hair) and the unbelievable bond she developed with her pony (Me Too). Witnessing their story was initially exciting, at times heartbreaking and ultimately one of the most inspiring experiences she has ever known. It was so inspiring in fact that it's why today Kathy lives in North Carolina on the horse farm that she always dreamed of, where she is currently working on her next book. She hopes that by sharing Jump the Moon readers will learn the importance of trusting your heart, following your dreams and never putting limits on what is possible. Saddle up for a conversation about magical moments, leaning into the pursuit of a dream, writing strong stories in a thousand words, and building intuition through horses. Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-122-on-writing-thousand-word-stories-magical-moments-realizing-dreams-with-kathy-simmers-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast 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.

Episode 121: On Volunteering at Mustang Camp, Falling for Burros & Inspiring Adoptions with Veronica Moore

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 17:24:48 -0700

Episode 121: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, you'll meet Mustang Camp Volunteer and Board Member Veronica Moore. She has come on the show to share her adventures with fellow volunteer animal trainers from around the globe who teamed up to write a children's book about a baby burro.
Mustang Camp is a non-profit organization that helps formerly wild animals transition to a life with people. It is operated by volunteers and students, placing 40 to 70 animals a year into private ownership. It works with the Bureau of Land Management, the US Forest Service, and rescue organizations. It is one of the 11 licensed equine rescues in New Mexico and directed by Dr. Patricia Irick, Ph.D. Saddle up for a conversation about how love for donkeys inspired an illustrator from France (Aline Grindatto), a photographer from England (Jasna Furlan), and writers in New York City (Veronica Moore) and northern New Mexico (Patricia Irick and Christine Ng) to join forces to produce Peabody Gets Adopted, a book about animal adoption. The team originally met while training wild mustangs and burros for the adoption program at Mustang Camp. Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-121-on-mustang-camp-falling-for-burros-inspiring-adoptions-with-veronica-moore-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast 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.

Episode 120: On Horses Healing Trauma, Living with PTSD & Generating Awareness with Cheryl L. Eriksen

Sun, 23 Jul 2023 19:41:38 -0700

Episode 120: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, you'll meet Cheryl L. Eriksen.

Cheryl is an author and blogger who has been involved in multiple areas of the horse industry for over twenty-five years. A student of equine behavior and communication, she has experience as a horse midwife, equine assisted therapy facilitator, veterinary assistant, and horse trainer.

Cheryl is the author of the award-winning memoir, Follow Me, Friend, a true story about her struggle with undiagnosed PTSD and the healing power received through the special connection she shares with her mare, Farletta.

Cheryl's other creative endeavors include the blog, Peace Horse Journey, which explores her concept of horse-guided self-discovery and how equine behavior can be influenced by what human beings bring to the relationship.

She also writes the Sputter Moo Breyers blog which dives into the stories and history of the model horses in her collection, and the real horses they represent.

Cheryl currently spends half the year working as a horse midwife, delivering foals and caring for mares and their newborns for various Thoroughbred farms in Central Kentucky. In the off season, she focuses on her writing, book events, and speaking engagements.

Saddle up for a moving conversation about living with post-traumatic stress disorder—and healing through the power of the horse-human relationship.

Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-120-on-horses-healing-trauma-living-with-ptsd-generating-awareness-with-cheryl-l-eriksen-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast 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.

Episode 119: On The Gift of Pause, Where Imagination Dwells & Pursuing Youthful Passions with Sarah V. Barnes

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 17:19:58 -0700

Episode 119: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, you'll meet Sarah V. Barnes. Sarah is both a historian and a horsewoman.

When she is not writing stories, she practices and teaches riding as a meditative art. She also offers equine-facilitated coaching and wellness workshops. Sarah holds a Ph.D. in history from Northwestern University and spent many years as a college professor before turning full-time to riding and writing.

Sarah's book, She Who Rides Horses, is set more than 6,000 years ago and begins the story of Naya, the first person to ride a horse. Daughter of a clan chief, Naya dreams of creating a different kind of relationship with the magnificent creatures, and unwittingly, sets in motion forces and events that will change forever the future of humans and horses alike. Based on extensive interdisciplinary research, She Who Rides Horses imagines an encounter between a girl and a horse that is both timeless and grounded in fact. Saddle up for a serendipitous conversation about pursuing youthful passions, shifting when you think the universe is saying no, leaning into the pause, and seeking the spaces where imagination dwells. Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-119-on-youthful-passions-where-imagination-dwells-the-gift-of-pause-with-sarah-v-barnes-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast 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.

Episode 118: On Serendipitous Journeys, Interspecies Connections & Seeking Synchronicity with Nancy Lee Gerson

Sun, 23 Apr 2023 17:30:55 -0700

Episode 118: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, you'll meet Nancy Lee Gerson. Nancy is a certified Equine Gestalt Coach who partners with her herd of horses to help people deepen their self-awareness, heal from long-buried wounds, and reignite their passion for life. Her memoir, The Horse Who Changed My Life: My Serendipitous Journey through Equus, is a heartfelt story documenting the life-changing, serendipitous journey of a New York City lawyer who learned how to deepen her capacity to connect to the wisdom of her heart through horses. Saddle up for an inspiring conversation about the life-changing power of horses, embracing serendipitous journeys, leaning into interspecies connections, and seeking synchronicities. Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-118-on-serendipitous-journeys-interspecies-connections-seeking-synchronicity-with-nancy-lee-gerson-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast 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.

Episode 117: On a Philosophy for Living an Authentic & Transparent Life with Mary S. Corning

Sun, 26 Mar 2023 16:24:33 -0700

Episode 117: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, you'll meet Mary S. Corning. Mary changes lives by defining the transformative power of pain. As a mentor, speaker, life consultant and writer, she clearly and compassionately models this process through her messages and stories. Mary extends her philosophy into her world of horses, where both people and horses benefit from realizing a different way to interpret challenges. Great teachers have offered support and blessings that caused a shift in her perception. That shift, in turn, changed her world. And it can change yours, too.
Her book, Perfect Practice, will inspire, delight, encourage and expand your awareness. The stories will make you laugh and make you cry – but always with the purpose of a greater understanding. Mary shares her toughest life lessons – stories of turmoil and of triumph. Saddle up for a conversation about how Mary has navigated through addiction and codependency, the way her education in life expanded when she met her teacher Ray Hunt, and how we can all learn that we are enough. Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-117-on-a-philosophy-for-living-an-authentic-transparent-life-with-mary-s-corning-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast 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.

Episode 116: On Grand Prix Dressage & Doing What’s Right for Aging Horses with Caroline Akervik

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 18:41:56 -0700

Episode 116: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, you'll meet Caroline Akervik. Caroline has always been a voracious reader of most any genre. Blessed with a wonderful husband and three amazing grown children, Caroline grew up fox hunting in the Maryland countryside and then rode and trained to Grand Prix level of Dressage. Now a school librarian, she remains an animal lover and believes that libraries are among the most magical of places. Her writings reflect the eclectic nature of her life and reading taste, and her books include sweet romances, horse stories and even science fiction. Caroline seeks to write from the heart, to transport her readers and to give wings to their imaginations. Saddle up for a conversation about what it's like to compete at the Grand Prix level in dressage, horses as works of art, and how we can do right by our aging horses. Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-116-on-grand-prix-dressage-doing-whats-right-for-aging-horses-with-caroline-akervik-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast 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.

Episode 115: On Women Writing the West, Disrupting Distraction & Synergy with Corinne Joy Brown

Sun, 08 Jan 2023 16:44:29 -0700

Episode 115: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, you'll meet cowgirl Corinne Joy Brown. She is a Denver native who loves history, especially the American West, the story of the Jewish people, and the cultures of the greater Southwest. A partner in a high-end home furnishings and design firm, she’s also a published author and freelance journalist with frequent by-lines in local and national publications. Saddle up for a conversation about living the western lifestyle, one woman's incredible adventures writing about the West, disrupting distraction & looking for synergies in our creative lives. Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-115-on-women-writing-the-west-disrupting-distraction-synergy-with-corinne-joy-brown-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast 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.

Episode 114: On Sgt. Reckless: The Mighty Marine & America’s War Horse with Robin Hutton

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 15:03:36 -0700

Episode 114: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, you'll meet Robin Hutton, author of Sgt. Reckless: America's War Horse. Robin Hutton has spent her adult life working in major event productions and the motion picture business. She was the writing and producing partner of Tom “Billy Jack” Laughlin for over thirty years until his death in 2013.

Currently she is President of Angels Without Wings, Inc., a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation that spearheaded the development and dedication of six national monuments to Sgt. Reckless, the famous Korean War horse.

Her first book, Sgt. Reckless: America‘s War Horse, was a New York Times Bestseller, as well as the 2015 Equine Book of the Year from American Horse Publications, and a 2016 Gold Medal winner from Military Writers Society of America. Her latest book, War Animals: The Unsung Heroes of World War II, was a 2019 Gold Medal winner from Military Writers Society of America. The heroes in this book inspired a new project, the Animals in War & Peace Medal of Bravery and Distinguished Service Medals.

The inaugural ceremony for this medal was held on November 14, 2019 in Washington, DC on Capitol Hill. This ceremony also launched the Animals In War & Peace Museum - a traveling museum to commemorate these war animals who fought side-by-side with our military war heroes. Saddle up for a conversation about animals in service, gratitude, and staying on the path toward our dreams. Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-114-on-sgt-reckless-the-mighty-marine-americas-war-horse-with-robin-hutton-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast 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.

Episode 113: On Revisiting a Series, Awards & Dude Ranch Research Trips with Valerie Ormond

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 17:44:37 -0700

In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, Valerie Ormond, author of the Believing in Horses series, returns to the show. Saddle up for a conversation on revisiting a series after a seven year break, the importance of winning awards, and how trips to various dude ranches inspired her to write her newest book, Believing in Horses Out West. Valerie Ormond retired as a Navy Captain after a 25-year career as a Naval intelligence officer and then founded her own business, Veteran Writing Services, LLC, providing companies and organizations professional writing, editing, and consulting services.

Valerie’s first two novels, Believing In Horses, and Believing In Horses, Too, won eight national and international awards including Gold Medals in the Military Writers Society of America book awards. Her most recent novel, Believing In Horses Out West, won first place in the National Federation of Press Women’s at-large communication contest and is currently being judged in the national competition.

Her fiction and non-fiction stories and poems have been published in eight books, and her articles have appeared internationally in magazines, newspapers, and blogs.

Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-113-on-revisiting-a-series-awards-dude-ranch-research-trips-with-valerie-ormond-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast 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.

Episode 112: On Landaluce: The Story of Seattle Slew’s First Champion with Mary Perdue

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 15:51:13 -0700

Episode 112: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, you'll meet Mary Perdue, author of Landaluce: The Story of Seattle Slew's First Champion. In Landaluce: The Story of Seattle Slew's First Champion, Mary Perdue tells the story of a horse whose short but meteoric career could have changed racing history forever. Sparking comparisons to Ruffian, Landaluce helped elevate California horse racing to the national stage and could have been the first filly to ever win the Triple Crown. In telling this story, Perdue explores the lives and careers of Landaluce's breeders, owners, and trainer, D. Wayne Lukas, as well as her famous sire Seattle Slew—and shows not only how one filly captured the imagination of racing fans across the country, but also set the stage for another filly turned super-horse, Zenyatta, in the decades to come. Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-112-on-landaluce-the-story-of-seattle-slews-first-champion-with-mary-perdue-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast 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.

Episode 111: On Morgan Horses, Trauma Sensitivity & Writing Richness with Karen Gross

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 16:26:05 -0700

Episode 111: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast episode, you'll meet Karen Gross, author of the Lady Lucy's Quest book series. Karen Gross is an educator, author and artist. A former professor, college president and senior policy advisor to the US Dept. of Education, she currently teaches at Rutgers School of Social Work. She specializes in trauma and its impact on individuals and organizations with an emphasis on student success and leadership in a time of crisis. She writes a book series for children titled Lady Lucy's Quest that is trauma sensitive; to date, she has read to more than 3,500 children across the globe. In the interview, Karen talks about her newest book in the series, Lady Lucy's Morgan Horse Quest. It's a story that inspires us all to believe in each other and the power of the possible. Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-111-on-morgan-horses-trauma-sensitivity-writing-richness-with-karen-gross-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast 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.

Episode 110: On Long Riding the Midwest, Saddle Anatomy & Overcoming Loss with Lisa D. Stewart

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 18:46:57 -0700

Episode 110: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast episode, you'll meet Lisa D. Stewart. Lisa discusses the 500-mile solo horseback trip she undertook at the age of 54 on her horse, Chief. As a woman alone, with one horse, traveling through the Midwest, she was forced to face the pain of her past, embrace the beauty of the present, and envision an empowered future for herself. Lisa's epic journey of self-discovery inspired her to document modern rural America's people, animals, and land, which ultimately led to the publication of her memoir, The Big Quiet: One Woman's Horseback Ride Home. Saddle up for a conversation about long riding a horse alone across the Midwest, overcoming the past and saddle anatomy discoveries. Show Notes: 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.

Episode 109: On Travel Writing, Salvation in Nature & Romancing the Soul with Linda Ballou

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 19:15:31 -0700

Episode 109: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast episode, you'll meet Linda Ballou, author of Cowgirl Jumped Over the Moon and Embrace of the Wild. Saddle up for a conversation about travel writing, finding salvation in nature, and romancing the soul. Linda shares her love of travel, horses and writing while taking us on an epic journey from the volcanoes of Hawaii to the majestic mountains of Colorado. She discusses her newest book, Embrace of the Wild, a work of historical fiction about Isabella Bird, a dynamic woman, equestrian, and British explorer in the nineteenth century, who pushed the boundaries of what was expected of women in her time. This interview will inspire you to appreciate the powerful women who paved the way for the modern woman, take the trip that's calling you, notice nature's bounty, and put pen to paper. Linda urges us to remember to take time for romancing our souls along the way. Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-109-on-travel-writing-salvation-in-nature-romancing-the-soul-with-linda-ballou-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast 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.

Episode 108: On Understanding Horse Whorls & Benefits of Trick Training with Noche Miller

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 12:08:53 -0700

Episode 108: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast episode, you'll meet Noche Miller, author of Understanding Horse Whorls. Noche walks us through the meaning of horse whorls and the benefits of trick training horses.

With whorls, her analysis goes beyond the forehead whorl and considers head shape as well as all the other whorls that appear on a horse's body. She paints a clear picture of what we can tell of the inner workings of the horse by looking at the outside of the body.

Once considered folklore, science has caught up and validated the analysis of whorls as an accurate predictor of temperament in horses.

Saddle up for a conversation about understanding horse whorls and incorporating tricks into your horse's training to help you better understand your horse and develop a solid working relationship together.

Psst ... You'll get a glimpse of Noche's skill during a whorl analysis of both my horses during the interview. Bonus!

Show Notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html

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Episode 107: On Audiobooks, Production Best Practices & the Audio Revolution with Brett Wilson

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 17:59:40 -0700

Episode 107: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast episode, you'll meet Brett Wilson of SkyDance Mountain Audiobooks. Brett is in the business of audiobook production from start to finish. His company, SkyDance Mountain Audiobooks, helps authors design, create, produce, publish, market and sell their audiobooks. Saddle up for a conversation about the audio revolution, audiobook production best practices, and what an author needs to know in order to create a quality audiobook on a budget.
Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-107-on-audiobooks-production-best-practices-the-audio-revolution-with-brett-wilson-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast
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Episode 106: On Mystery, Thrills, Horses & A Touch of the Supernatural with Valerie Power

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 16:35:18 -0700

Episode 106: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast episode, you'll meet Valerie Power, Author of the Fairy Glen Suspense Series. Valerie is a lifelong horse lover and a California native. She has had a varied career that includes photographing pearl farms in Asia, and running an underground performance art circus. She now lives with her husband at their off-grid homestead in the high desert of San Diego County. Valerie's equestrian suspense series takes readers to Fairy Glen — a horsewoman's paradise. Despite the rumors of the ghosts, witches and spectral animals that haunt the woods in Fairy Glen, her female characters are more concerned with solving crimes and saving the day. Saddle up for a conversation about horses, mystery, thrills, and a touch of the supernatural. Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-106-on-mystery-thrills-horses-a-touch-of-the-supernatural-with-valerie-power-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast
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Episode 105: On Parenting Equestrians, Managing Expectations & Enjoying the Ride with Chad Oldfather

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 17:34:11 -0700

Episode 105: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, you'll meet Chad Oldfather, author of A Man Walks Into A Barn. Saddle up for a conversation with Chad about why he chose to write a personal memoir about his life, his daughters, and their experience with horses.

You'll be moved by his dedication to his daughter’s equestrian dreams, glean tips on parenting equestrians, including how to manage expectations in the sport, as well as insight on enjoying the little things.

Chad believes "the best moments are not always on the biggest stages."

Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-105-on-parenting-equestrians-managing-expectations-enjoying-the-ride-with-chad-oldfather-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast
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Episode 104: On Building Confidence, Writing Strong Themes & Handling an Empty Nest with Laura Holt-Haslam

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 17:41:36 -0700

Episode 104: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast episode, you'll meet Laura Holt-Haslam of River Pony Press. Saddle up for a conversation about:

Laura's spokesPONIES, Max and Dusty, who inspired her book series while she was dealing with an empty nest. How she's building up her confidence as an author, including a few true confessions of stumbling blocks she faced starting out.
Why she chooses to write books with strong themes. Her middle grade novels, Sofia's Surprise, A Place for Sofia, and Sofia and Sundance explore the transformative power of horses and friendship.
And much more.

Episode 103: On Embracing our Mammal Skills & Issues Within the Human Herd with Beth Anstandig

Wed, 18 May 2022 15:05:55 -0700

Episode 103: Tune in for an eye-opening conversation with Beth Anstandig, a licensed psychotherapist; leadership, culture and well-being consultant; and owner of The Circle Up experience at Take a Chance Ranch.

Beth shares how we can work with horses to better address issues within the human herd as well as what we can do to embrace our innate mammal skills, in order to deal with pressure and find a state of ease.

Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-103-on-embracing-our-mammal-skills-issues-within-the-human-herd-with-beth-anstandig-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast
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Episode 102: On Buy A Horse Book Day, Publishing for the Good of the Horse & Creativity with Rebecca Didier

Thu, 05 May 2022 14:07:04 -0700

Episode 102: In this week's information packed episode, Rebecca Didier, Managing Editor and Graphic Designer at Trafalgar Square Books, returns to the show. Saddle up for details about the first annual Buy A Horse Book Day sponsored by Trafalgar Square Books and Heels Down Media. Learn how horse book lovers and authors can participate as well as take advantage of deals, sales, and prizes on Buy A Horse Book Day.
Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html
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Episode 101: On Relationship Marketing, Networking Power & The Rule of Three with Mandee Flanders

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 18:33:06 -0700

Episode 101: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight with Mandee Flanders, Host of the Leadline Podcast, you'll learn ...

About relationship marketing, the power of networking, and tips for networking success.
What led Mandee to return to the horse industry and successfully develop a podcast and community for equestrian business owners.
Why she always makes important decisions using the rule of three.
And MUCH more!

Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-101-on-relationship-marketing-networking-power-the-rule-of-three-with-mandee-flanders-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast
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Episode 100: On Surviving the Pandemic, Celebrating 100 Podcast Episodes & Equine Author Life with Carly Kade

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 13:33:39 -0700

Episode 100: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, I'm turning the tables. I've invited my hubby to return to the show and interview me. We did this a couple years ago for the very first episode. While I was producing this episode, we celebrated our 9th wedding anniversary.

Tune in to get a peek at our relationship, how we survived the pandemic together, how our new horse is fitting into the herd, where I'm heading with my writing, and what's next for the podcast.

Thank you to everyone who has listened to the show, been a guest, or shared a positive review of the podcast. You make my spurs jingle! I learn so much from other equine authors and appreciate how unique each of our writing journeys are. I love that all the authors featured in the Equestrian Author Spotlight are linked through our creativity, passion for writing, and love of horses. I think it is so important to support each other. It means so much when authors unite. Show Notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-100-on-surviving-the-pandemic-celebrating-100-episodes-equine-author-life-with-carly-kade-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast 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 99: On Backlist Building for Income, Writing to Market & Understanding Tropes with Brittney Joy

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 14:52:25 -0700

Episode 99: In this week's information packed episode, Brittney Joy, author of sweet stories full of hope, heart, and happily-ever-afters, returns to the show. You'll learn ...

What a sweet/clean adult romance includes (and doesn’t include), and why Brittney was inspired to write a sweet romance series for adults after writing for young adults with the Red Rock Ranch and Overruled series.
Why Brittney decided to write to market, how she infused tropes into the Maple Bay stories, and what she has done differently with this series to reach readers.
And MUCH more!

Episode 98: On The WWII Sand Pounders, Writing Historical Fiction & Audience Targeting with M.J. Evans

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 19:00:07 -0700

Episode 98: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, award-winning, bestselling author, M.J. Evans, returns to the show. You'll learn ...

About M.J.'s twentieth book, The Sand Pounder, a Young Adult historical fiction set during World War II, and what she thinks the key is to longevity in a writing career.
How she targets the right audience for her books and other solid advice for authors. M.J. regularly presents to audiences on what she wished she had known when she started out as an author.

And MUCH more!

Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-98-on-the-wwii-sand-pounders-writing-historical-fiction-audience-targeting-with-mj-evans-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast
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.

Episode 97: On Loving American Saddlebreds & The History of the Breed in Michigan with Heidi Madsen

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 16:58:50 -0700

Episode 97: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, you'll meet Author and Michigan American Saddlebred Historian Heidi Madsen. You'll learn ...

About Heidi's lifelong love of horses and history, which led her to take a deep dive into Michigan’s role with the American Saddlebred Horse and write the book, Gaited In The Great Lakes.
How she rebounded and got her manuscript back after her first publisher went under, including advice for authors who are preparing a manuscript for publication.
And MUCH more!

Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-97-on-loving-american-saddlebreds-the-history-of-the-breed-in-michigan-with-heidi-madsen-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast

Episode 96: On the Publishing Long Game, Staying the Course & Pitch Wars with Carly Heath

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 17:40:19 -0700

Episode 96: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, you'll meet Carly Heath. You'll learn ...

About what led Carly to write her debut YA novel, The Reckless Kind, which BuzzFeed named as one of 16 LGBTQIA and Young Adult novels to devour.
Why she thinks diversity and representation are so important in historical fiction, and how she researched for this book.
How she found the courage to stay the course with the long traditional publishing process, including her work with agents, editors, and designers.
What it is like to be a Pitch Wars YA mentor. Carly talks to us about this program and the work she does with them.

And MUCH more!
Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-96-on-the-publishing-long-game-staying-the-course-pitch-wars-with-carly-heath-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast
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.

Episode 95: On Digging In On Dreams, Drawing Racehorses & Creative Control with Lesley Baumann

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 13:47:12 -0700

Episode 95: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, you'll meet Lesley Baumann. You'll learn ...

About Lesley's work as a graphic designer, nationally-known animal portrait artist, and entrepreneur.
What inspired Lesley to write, illustrate, and design a children's book. J is for Justify is an alphabet book featuring 26 famous racehorses.
How Lesley came to fall in love with the American Saddlebred breed.
And MUCH more!

Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html

Episode 94: On Reimagining a Previously Published Book & Preserving History with Hope Ellis-Ashburn

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 12:57:38 -0700

Episode 94: 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 award-winning author, high school teacher, freelance writer, equestrian, and farmer Hope Ellis-Asburn. You'll learn ...

Why Hope decided to re-release her book Kimbrook Arabians: How an Unlikely Midwestern Couple Influenced an Ancient Breed. In the interview Hope walks us through the process of gutting and reimagining this previously published book.
About the importance of preserving history, which Hope does through her freelance writing and her books. Hope lives with her husband and daughter in a remodeled farmhouse that dates back to 1927 and originally belonged to her husband’s grandparents. The house is situated on a farm that has been in continuous operation by the same family for nearly 200 years.
And MUCH more!

Episode 93: On Strong Female Leads, Human Rights & The Power of Perseverance with S.J. Garland

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 18:35:39 -0700

Episode 93: 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 S.J. Garland. You'll learn ...

About First Past the Post, the first book in Garland's The American Heiress Series, and why she placed horses and a woman stud farm owner at the center of her new book set in Victorian times.
Why she wants to normalize historic heroines in her writing, instead of placing them on a pedestal or diminishing them. S.J. Garland has a master’s degree in human rights, and discusses how her education informs her books. Additionally, she discusses how others can help—even if in a small way.
And MUCH more!

Episode 92: On Going from Vet to Author, Australia Living & Writing What You Know with Elizabeth Woolsey, DVM

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 09:22:56 -0700

Episode 92: 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 Equine Veterinarian and Author Elizabeth Woolsey. You'll learn ...

About Elizabeth's experiences as an equine veterinarian. Over the course of her 35+ year career, she went from her father’s equine practice in Sonoma County, CA to establishing her own practice in Australia.
What inspired Elizabeth to write fiction and share the stories of what she knows best - equine medicine.
And MUCH more!

Episode 91: On Graphic Design, The Art of the Creative Brief & Fresh Eyes with Jantz Gardner

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 14:26:53 -0700

Episode 91: 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 Jantz Gardner. You'll learn ...

How to work with a graphic designer, including steps an author can take to save money and make the design process easier.
Why providing a creative brief when working with a designer is important.
Tips on book cover best practices, including how Jantz approaches book cover design and what he thinks makes a book stand out from the crowd.
And MUCH more!

Episode 90: On Aging as an Author, Facing Rejection & The Prison System with Karen S. Bennett

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 14:05:33 -0700

Episode 90: 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 Karen S. Bennett. You'll learn ...

About Karen's thoughts on aging as an author, how she's handled rejection in her writing career, and what inspired her horse book Beautiful Horseflesh.
Why Karen decided to return to school to become a nurse practitioner: a career that lasted over three decades. As an NP, Karen worked in jails and prisons, including New York’s infamous Rikers Island Jail.
And MUCH more!

Episode 89: On Allowing Yourself Space, Finding Flow & Changing the Culture of Grief with Reagan J. Pasternak

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 17:58:31 -0700

Episode 89: 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 Canadian-born actress, singer, and writer Reagan J. Pasternak. You'll learn ...

About Reagan's successful career in the entertainment industry, and what inspired her to start a dialogue about changing the culture of grief by adding "author" to her long list of accomplishments.
Why Reagan decided to take a unique approach to healing in her book, Griffin’s Heart: Mourning Your Pet With No Apologies, through a hybrid format (part memoir, part journal, and part keepsake) to create a comprehensive resource for pet owners in grief.
And MUCH more!

Episode 88: On Hollywood to Horse Country & Conversations with Horse Racing Legends with Lenny Shulman

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 14:34:06 -0700

Episode 88: 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 Emmy Award-winning writer Lenny Shulman. You'll learn ...

How writing for television and film, frequent contributions to magazines and newspapers, and serving as features editor for The Blood-Horse magazine prepared Lenny for the writing of his books.
About the art of the interview. Over the course of Lenny's twenty years covering the horse racing industry, he's been able to coax the innermost thoughts out of the sport’s most notable headline-makers, which led to his newest book Head to Head: Conversations with a Generation of Horse Racing Legends.
And MUCH more!

Episode 87: On Gypsy Vanner Horses, Random Acts of Kindness & Starting Local with Diana Hasen

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 13:02:43 -0700

Episode 87: 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 Diana Hasen and discover the work she's doing with her Gypsy Vanner Horses. You'll learn ...

About Diana's horses — Stevie & Harley — and the book series they inspired. They are Gypsy Vanner horses, originally from the UK. The breed is known in the UK as Gypsy Cobs.
What inspired Diana's mission to enable her Gypsy Vanners to become horse ambassadors to unite people by fostering connections through acts of kindness. Her ultimate goal is to help people and bring them happiness by providing opportunities for adults and children to be around horses and ask questions by participating in acts of kindness. This includes efforts to unite communities and deliver gifts and donations to let people know they are not alone.
And MUCH more!

Episode show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html

Episode 86: On Academic Publishing, Horses in History & Being an Active Reader with James C. Nicholson

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 14:18:22 -0700

Episode 86: 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 James C. Nicholson. You'll learn ...

What compelled Jamie to write about Thoroughbred racing. He is the author of numerous books including The Kentucky Derby: How the Run for the Roses Became America’s Premier Sporting Event, Never Say Die: A Kentucky Colt, the Epsom Derby, and the Rise of the Modern Thoroughbred Industry, The Notorious John Morrissey: How a Bare-Knuckle Brawler Became a Congressman and Founded Saratoga Race Course. His newest book is Racing for America: The Horse Race of the Century and the Redemption of a Sport.
About what it's like working with an academic press. Unlike traditional commercial presses, academic publishers require authors’ manuscripts to pass a peer review process.
And MUCH more!

Episode show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html

Episode 85: On Being of Service, Thoroughbred Aftercare & Therapeutic Use of Horses with Joell Dunlap

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 16:07:02 -0700

Episode 85: 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 Joell Dunlap, Founder and Executive Director of Square Peg Foundation. You'll learn ...

What inspired Joell to start Square Peg Foundation, and about the work they do with autism families and a herd of repurposed horses - most of them former racehorses. She's presented at conferences worldwide on the subject of Thoroughbred Aftercare as well as the therapeutic use of horses for people with autism.
About Joell's new book. A Damn Fine Hand is a story about forgiveness and the grace that horses gift to us, even when we least deserve it. All proceeds for the book sales benefit the 501© 3 charity - Square Peg Foundation.
And MUCH more!

Episode 84: On Conscious Communication, Overcoming Limiting Beliefs & Empowerment with Nikki Porter

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 12:43:21 -0700

Episode 84: 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, equestrian mindset coach, and podcast host Nikki Porter. You'll learn ...

What inspired Nikki to write her book The Conscious Communicator and how writing the book led her to start her own business as an Equestrian Mindset Coach.
How Nikki, as an empowerer, uses her teaching experience from the classroom as well as the barn to access her client’s limiting beliefs and guide them to clear up their communication with themselves and others.
And MUCH more!

Episode 83: On Riding Cross-Country Solo, Following Your Calling & Presence with Melissa A. Priblo Chapman

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 12:41:48 -0700

Episode 83: 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 Distant Skies: An American Journey on Horseback Author Melissa A. Priblo Chapman. You'll learn ...

What inspired Melissa, at 23 years old, to embark on a solo cross-country horseback journey that would span over 2,600 miles, beginning in New York State and ending in California with no cell phone, no GPS, no support following with supplies.
How Melissa approached writing her memoir, Distant Skies: An American Journey on Horseback. The book is part American road trip, part coming-of-age adventure, and part uncommon love story.
And MUCH more!

Episode 82: On Writing Short Stories, Launch Strategies & Instagram Relationships with Sarah Hickner

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 17:44:50 -0700

Episode 82: 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 Stories from the Barn Aisle Author Sarah Hickner. You'll learn ...

What inspired Sarah's collection of short stories about her horse adventures and how she structures her short stories for showing and not telling.
How to reach readers using a book launch team. Sarah shares her entire launch strategy, which landed her in multiple Amazon bestseller categories when her book debuted.
Why building relationships on Instagram works. Sarah developed a Stories from the Barn Aisle Youth Writing Contest in collaboration with StreamHorseTV because she developed a relationship with them on Instagram.
And MUCH more!

Episode show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html

Episode 81: On Nailing Your Novel, Finding Blind Spots & Artistic Integrity with Roz Morris

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 16:27:01 -0700

Episode 81: 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 Roz Morris. She's a writer, journalist, fiction editor and the author of the Nail Your Novel series for writers. You'll learn ...

How to nail your novel and see blind spots. Roz shares advice on how to write and publish with artistic integrity.
How Roz transitioned to writing under her own name after selling over 4 million copies as a ghostwriter.
Why it is important to trust the process when self-doubt and writer anxiety sneaks in.
And MUCH more!

Episode 80: On Hollywood Lessons Learned, Working with Illustrators & Gratitude with Evan Archerd

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 17:42:40 -0700

Episode 80: 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 Evan Archerd. You'll learn ...

How lessons learned working in Hollywood as a screenwriter and songwriter helped Evan with the writing of his book Anna and the Pink Pony.
What aspiring children’s book authors need to know about working with an illustrator.
How Evan turned a tragic event into a journey of gratitude and creativity after he and his daughter saved their animals from a wildfire.
And MUCH More!

Episode show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html

Episode 79: On Letting Go of Perfection, Vulnerability & The Art of the Pitch with Lisa Whalen

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 18:36:36 -0700

Episode 79: 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 Lisa Whalen who teaches composition, creative writing, literature, and journalism You'll learn ...

What inspired her to pen her memoir Stable Weight: A Memoir of Hunger, Horses, and Hope and how she got the words on the page.
How managing an eating disorder and depression led Lisa to the saddle, which helped her develop vulnerability and learn to let go of perfection.
Why it is important to understand your audience and purpose in order to tailor your message when pitching your book.
And MUCH more!

Episode show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html

Episode 78: On Investing in Your Dreams, Children's Book Production & Distribution with Lorie List

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 14:05:18 -0700

Episode 78: 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 Lorie List. You'll learn ...

How to independently produce a quality children's book including writing, illustrating, design, printing, and distribution. Lorie takes us through her entire process!
Why it is so important to invest in your dreams and change your mindset about that initial investment.
What Lorie does to distribute her books from Amazon Advantage to approaching bookstores.
And MUCH More!

Episode show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html

Episode 77: On Intriguing Interiors, Choosing Fonts & Back Matter Best Practices with Natalie Keller Reinert

Thu, 27 May 2021 15:12:10 -0700

Episode 77: 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, Natalie Keller Reinert returns to the show for a special two-part interview series on book production. In the first conversation, we took a deep dive into all things cover design. This week, we discuss interior design best practices. You'll learn ...

Why it's important for independent authors to educate themselves. The know-how to create a beautifully formatted eBook and print edition of your book doesn’t come overnight.
Advice on formatting the interior of your books from font choice to white space as well as things to consider when creating your back matter.
Why thoughtful series development from plot to book design is so important and why Natalie made the decision to go exclusive vs. wide with her book distribution.
And MUCH more!

Episode 76: On Captivating Covers, Image Licensing & Writing Book Blurbs with Natalie Keller Reinert

Wed, 19 May 2021 15:22:05 -0700

Episode 76: 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, Natalie Keller Reinert returns to the show for a special two-part interview series on book production. In this first conversation, we take a deep dive into all things cover design. Next week, we'll discuss interior design best practices. In this first episode, you'll learn ...

About common traps authors fall into after they have finished their manuscript and the importance of editing and advanced readers.
Book cover best practices from the front to the back and things to consider when writing your back of book blurb.
How to choose book cover imagery and make sure it's licensed properly.
And MUCH more!

Episode 75: On Celebrity Ghostwriting, Co-Authoring a Series & Trusting Stagnant Times with Rennie Dyball

Thu, 13 May 2021 11:36:31 -0700

Episode 75: 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 Rennie Dyball — author, celebrity ghostwriter, and editorial manager for The Plaid Horse. You'll learn ...

How working at a popular magazine prepared Rennie for the work she does now. Rennie is an experienced author, collaborator, and former 15-year staffer at People.
What it's like to be a co-author on a book series. Rennie writes the Show Strides novel series, published by The Plaid Horse, with Piper Klemm.
Advice for creatives on embracing the quiet periods when our muse feels stagnant and the ideas don't seem to come.
And MUCH More!

Episode show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html

Episode 74: On The Bookstore for Horse Lovers, Reuniting with a Horse & Self-Care with Heather Wallace

Wed, 05 May 2021 16:26:31 -0700

Episode 74: 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, Heather Wallace of The Timid Rider returns to the show. You'll learn ...

How the heart horse from Heather's past (and a big part of her book Confessions of a Timid Rider) re-entered her life!
About The Bookstore for Horse Lovers and what inspired her to create this unique space for writers and readers of horse books.
Why self-care and time management are important skills to hone for busy entrepreneurs. Heather shares how she handles being an author, a freelance writer, a blogger, a podcaster, an animal bodywork business, a horse owner, a mother and now manages The Bookstore for Horse Lovers.
And MUCH More!

Episode 73: On Faith Through Fiction, Launch Teams & Email Marketing with Hilary Walker

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 13:00:00 -0700

Episode 73: 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 Hilary Walker. You'll learn ...

About Hilary's horse, Cruz Bay, and her progression from show jumping to one day events, competing in Italy, England and the US, wherever her husband's job took them.
What inspired her to write fiction that combines horses with her love of Christ. Hilary's Christian faith was growing at the same time as her riding skills improved.
How Hilary reaches her readers through smart email marketing and building dedicated launch teams.
And MUCH more!

Episode 72: On Writing About Animals, Cozy Mysteries & Meeting Publisher Deadlines with Eileen Watkins

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 13:47:49 -0700

Episode 72: 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 Eileen Watkins. You'll learn ...

About the special mare who inspired the character of Valentine in Reboot Ranch. After placing her chronically ill horse with a rescue farm in 2001, Eileen wrote this book to highlight the important work by such organizations.
How Eileen came to author the Cat Groomer Mysteries for Kensington Publishing, including The Persian Always Meows Twice, The Bengal Identity, Feral Attraction, and Gone, Kitty, Gone. All four have received Certificates of Excellence from the Cat Writers’ Association.
What it is like to work with a traditional publisher and meet their deadlines with integrity.
And MUCH more!

Episode show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html

Episode 71: On Blogging Best Practices, Test Driving Ideas & Real Collaboration with Susan Friedland

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 12:09:56 -0700

Episode 71: 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, Susan Friedland of Saddle Seeks Horse returns to the show. You'll learn ...

About the art of blogging. Susan takes us on a deep dive into how we can use our blog to get the word out about our books.
How to cultivate collaborative relationships (the right way) with other authors, bloggers, businesses, and equestrians.
What inspired her book Strands of Hope and what it was like to write a book about grieving the loss of a horse.
And MUCH more!

Episode show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html

Episode 70: On Persistence, Handling Rejection & Flash Fiction with Kerri Lukasavitz

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 13:34:00 -0700

Episode 70: 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 Kerri Lukasavitz. You'll learn ...

About the inspiration behind Kerri's Oak Lane Stable Adventures horse book series.
How to cultivate persistence in an author career and why it's important to keep going in the face of rejection. Kerri shares a story highlighting that a "yes" can be just around the next corner.
What it's like to write flash fiction, and how it can improve your writing craft.
And MUCH more!

Episode show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html

Episode 69: On Stable Style, Creating a Coffee Table Book & Positive Relationships with Raquel Lynn

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 05:15:00 -0700

Episode 69: 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 Horses & Heels and Stable Style Founder Raquel Lynn. You'll learn ...

About the inspiration behind Raquel's new book – Stable Style: Barn Inspiration for all Equestrians.
What it takes to write, design, print, distribute, and sell a high quality coffee table book. Raquel takes us on a deep dive into her process.
How the positive relationships she's built over the course of her career creating Horses & Heels as well as Stable Style aided in pulling her book project together and getting it across the finish line.
And MUCH more!

Episode show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html

Episode 68: On the Holiday Horse Book Series, Writing Across Genres & Using Comedy with Laura Hesse

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 18:15:00 -0700

Episode 68: 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 horse lover and author Laura Hesse. You'll learn ...

About Laura's skill at writing across genres, whether it’s a horse tale or a wickedly black murder/mystery, Hesse loves to tell stories for all ages in various genres.
How meeting a frostbitten Mustang inspired her to write a family friendly holiday horse book series, which includes One Frosty Christmas, The Great Pumpkin Ride, A Filly Called Easter, Independence and Valentino.
Why she loves to weave comedy in her novels and what inspired her to write The Silver Spurs Home for Aging Cowgirls series. Laura coins it as an entertaining naughty drama-comedy for adult cozy mystery fans who love horses.
And MUCH more!

Episode show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html

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 67: On Equestrian Fine Art, Off-Track Thoroughbreds & Advanced Readers with Linda Shantz

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 11:43:01 -0700

Episode 67: 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 Linda Shantz. She's an artist of fine equestrian art and the author of the Good Things Come book series. You'll learn ...

About Linda's career working with racehorses on the track, which led her to become an artist of fine equestrian art working in oil, oil pastel and pencil, striving to capture not only accurate anatomy, but the spirit of the horse as well.
Why she decided to add "author' to her list of accomplishments and how Thoroughbreds inspired her novel Good Things Come, which hit the Amazon #1 New Release slot when it debuted.
Why providing advanced copies of your book to early readers is a strong strategy that enables you to hit the ground running on a book's release day.
And MUCH more!

Episode show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html

Episode 66: On Showing American Saddlebreds, Structured Writing & Word of Mouth with Susan Archer

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 10:00:00 -0700

Episode 66: 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 American Saddlebred Enthusiast and Author Susan Archer. You'll learn ...

How a search in the Yellow Pages shifted Susan from riding Quarter Horses and her Montana rodeo roots to an American Saddlebred show barn and competing at World Championship horse shows.
About the inspiration behind her four fiction books about showing Saddlebreds; Stake Night, Show Time, Victory Pass, and Leg Up.
How Susan has put word of mouth marketing to work, and why she uses a particular structure for her writing time to move projects forward.
And MUCH more!

Episode show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html 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 65: On Demystifying Goodreads, Film Options & Being Unstoppable with Alessandra Torre

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 16:43:00 -0700

Episode 65: 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 Alessandra Torre. She's an award-winning New York Times bestselling author of twenty-four novels and three of her novels have been optioned for film. You'll learn ...

How to use Goodreads to reach readers. Alessandra busts myths and shares best practices so authors can harness the power of Goodreads to market their books.
Alessandra's thoughts on traditional and independent publishing. She has signed two six-figure publishing deals with industry giants Hachette and Harlequin, yet found her greatest success with independent publishing. Psst ... she's hit the New York Times list seven times, all with indie-published novels.
What to expect when your book is optioned for film and a behind the scenes look at being on set when her New York Times bestseller Hollywood Dirt was produced as a full-length movie in 2017.
Why Alessandra launched Inkers Con. She tells us about this annual conference for authors and what they can learn by attending.
And MUCH more!

Episode show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html

Episode 64: On Editing, Channeling Jane Austen & Why Writing is Ageless with Sallianne Hines

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 18:02:41 -0700

Episode 64: 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 Sallianne Hines. She's a Jane Austen fan and the author of the Pride and Prejudice sequel, Her Summer at Pemberley. You'll learn ...

How Sallianne channeled her inner Jane Austen and why the horses in her story are important to Kitty Bennet.
Thoughts on working with an editor and tips on how to improve a manuscript before it goes to your editor.
How writing books came into her life at a later age and why she believes it's never too late to become the hero or heroine of your own story.
And MUCH more!

Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html 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 63: On Ad Experimentation, Rapid Release & Romantic Steam Level with F. W. Rider

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 05:30:00 -0700

Episode 63: 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 Equestrian Romance Author F. W. Rider. You'll learn ...

About the inspiration behind F. W. Rider's equestrian romance novels, her plans to rapidly release her upcoming series, and how she determines the level of steam she wants to include in her love scenes.
Why investing in yourself at the beginning of your author career is so important and the lessons she's learned about being vulnerable as a writer.
Thoughts on the value of a mailing list and three key takeaways F. W. Rider has learned while experimenting with online advertising to build her list.
And MUCH more!

Episode 62: On Creating Fergus The Horse, Illustration & Evoking Emotion with Jean Abernethy

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 14:30:00 -0700

Episode 62: 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 Jean Abernethy, author, illustrator and creator of Fergus the Horse. You'll learn ...

About the inspiration behind Jean's cartoon character, Fergus the Horse, and how she celebrated the 20th anniversary of his creation with a brand new Fergus book.
How Jean got started working with equestrian publications and what has changed in the industry since she started submitting her work 35 years ago.
Why Jean believes, as artists and authors, it is our job to make work that evokes emotion.
And MUCH more!

Episode 61: Behind the Scenes of Traditional Publishing with Trafalgar Square Books' Rebecca Didier

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 05:15:00 -0700

Episode 61: 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 Trafalgar Square Books Managing Editor and Graphic Designer Rebecca Didier. You'll learn ...

About Rebecca's work at Trafalgar Square Books — a small, privately-owned publisher of fine equestrian books, eBooks, and videos, craft books, and selected other titles.
How to approach a traditional publisher and their expectations for authors from submissions to marketing.
Advice on building an author career as well as insights on how to make your book structurally strong and visually appealing.
And MUCH more!

A Horsey Holiday Special: Equine Authors Share Their Merry Memories + Horse Books Make Great Gifts

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 18:00:00 -0700

A Horsey Holiday Special: 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 episode, I teamed up with a whole herd of equestrian authors to bring you some virtual holiday cheer. We are sharing some of our favorite horsey holiday memories and some great holiday gift recommendations because horse books make great gifts. Plus, we are getting into the holiday spirit with a spur jingling GIVEAWAY! To enter the giveaway, visit the episode show notes here: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/a-horsey-holiday-special-equine-authors-share-their-merry-memories-horse-books-make-great-gifts-giveaway-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast 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.

Music Credit: Wish Background by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4633-wish-background
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Episode 60: On Developing a Trilogy, Dictation & the Horse's Point Of View with Shane Ledyard

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 10:30:00 -0700

Episode 60: 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 Shane Ledyard, the author of the Horse Gone Silent Trilogy. You'll learn ...

About the real life story (and horse) that led Shane, a rider, trainer, clinician and judge, to write Horse Gone Silent.
How Shane negotiated the learning curve at the beginning of his author career and turned those obstacles into a series of happy accidents.
How he used voice-to-text technology to get words on the page, and why he decided to write from the horse's point of view.
And MUCH more!

Episode 59: On The Grand Trek, The Cowboy Hat Test & Davenport Arabians with Kathleen Schmitt

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 16:31:22 -0700

Episode 59: 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 Best That Can Happen: The Grand Trek author Kathleen Schmitt. You'll learn ...

About her affinity for Davenport Arabians, her perspective on their unique personality, and how she ended up translating a book about the breed.
What inspired Kathleen to take her 7 month Grand Trek on horseback traveling from the East Coast to the West Coast and why she wrote a book about the journey.
About her experiences working with horses in Britain and Germany and what it was like training under Reiner Klimke, a German equestrian, who won six gold and two bronze medals in dressage at the Summer Olympics.
Why she decided to put together a detailed press kit about her book including an Author Bio, Book Bio, Book Excerpts, Interview Questions, Target Audience, Story Ideas for Reporters, Press Release, Contact Info, and Photos.
And MUCH more!

Episode 58: On Horse Brains, Human Brains & Brain-Based Horsemanship with Janet Jones, PhD

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 58: 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 Horse Brain, Human Brain author Janet Jones. You'll learn ...

How a brain injury from a horseback riding fall led her to a Ph.D., and the study of human brain science which Janet then expanded to the study of the equine brain and brain-based horsemanship.
How freelance writing established a backbone for her research, built a readership for her work, and ended up being a platform for pitching her book, Horse Brain, Human Brain, to her publisher.
Insights into what the author life is really like and advice on writing and publishing well.
And MUCH more!

Episode 57: On Building The Plaid Horse, Co-Authoring a Book Series & Beating Burnout with Dr. Piper Klemm

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 16:28:47 -0700

Episode 57: 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 Dr. Piper Klemm. She is the Publisher of The Plaid Horse Magazine, co-host of the weekly podcast, the #Plaidcast, a frequent contributor to theplaidhorse.com, and co-author of the Show Strides book series. You'll learn ...

About Stonewall Ponies, Piper's fleet of lease ponies with partner Emily Elek, and their business providing an immense selection of top quality pony hunters in the country available for sale or lease.
How Piper began her tenure as the Publisher of The Plaid Horse Magazine, where she plans to take her Show Strides book series, and what it's like working with a co-author.
Advice on stepping into the entrepreneurial arena. Piper shares her thoughts on avoiding burnout, why it is important to understand that failure is part of the process, and how she addresses shame in business and in the horse industry.
And MUCH more!

Episode 56: On Improving Your Marketing Game, LinkedIn & Authenticity with Jamie Samples

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 08:33:17 -0700

Episode 56: 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 Jamie Samples, a social media specialist, marketing professional, public speaker and founder of Yellow Barn Media. You'll learn ...

Advice on social media, marketing and branding, and why Jamie believes authenticity is the key to creating content that works.
Thoughts on using LinkedIn, a resource not being fully embraced by equestrian businesses, and tips on how authors and small businesses can better take advantage of the platform.
And MUCH more!

Episode 55: On User-Friendly Equine Law, Avoiding Liability & Horse Sense with Julie Fershtman

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 55: 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 Attorney at Law, Freelance Journalist and Author Julie Fershtman. You'll learn ...

About Julie's 34 year career as a lawyer in a practice that focuses primarily on business litigation, insurance litigation, and equine law.
Advice and information equestrians (and authors) can implement right now to protect themselves under the law. Julie dives deep on multiple topics from contracts to avoiding liability.
Why Julie decided to write a comprehensive, user-friendly, and down-to-earth equine law book. I guarantee you will want a copy of Equine Law and Horse Sense on your bookshelf after listening to this interview!
And MUCH more!

Episode 54: On Building Business & Growing from Broken to Branded with Kat Chrysostom

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 54: 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, Entrepreneur, Public Speaker and BeneFab Products CEO Kat Chrysostom. You'll learn ...

How Kat, after fracturing her neck in a riding accident, channeled her passion— along with her newfound interest in health and wellness — into Benefab®, a business specializing in wearable therapeutic products for horses and people.
About her book, Broken to Branded, where Kat shares how she fought through adversity, restructured her life, and set about taking back her future by building a thriving and successful business.
How a misunderstood horse named Para came into her life and mentally healed her and allowed her to reconnect with herself.
And MUCH more!

Episode 53: On Spectacular Bid's Hard-knock Life, Racehorse Research & Writing Muscle with Peter Lee

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 11:48:07 -0700

Episode 53: 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 Spectacular Bid: The Last Superhorse of the Twentieth Century author Peter Lee. You'll learn ...

About Spectacular Bid, the $37,000 yearling purchase, who rose from the barn of Maryland's Buddy Delp to become one the greatest racehorses of all time.
How Peter researched the back story of Spectacular Bid and chronicled his development into what many call the 'perfect' racehorse, despite controversy and an ill-timed injury that cost him the Triple Crown.
Why it's important for authors to follow their passions and exercise those writing muscles, even when they aren't working on a book.
And MUCH more!

Episode 52: On Telling the Stories of Horsewomen Traveling Abroad with Krystal Kelly

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 52: 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 Equestrian Adventuress Krystal Kelly. You'll learn ...

About Krystal's career working abroad with horses. She's traveled to 60+ countries and has worked in over 20 countries on 6 continents with horses.
How the idea for Equestrian Adventuresses was born and all about this tribe for women who love horses, travel and adventure.
What inspired Krystal's Equestrian Adventuresses book series and her Travel Guide Books for Equestrians.
And MUCH more!

Episode 51: On Establishing Yourself as an Expert, the Triple Crown & Deadlines with Jennifer S. Kelly

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 05:15:00 -0700

Episode 51: 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 Sir Barton and the Making of the Triple Crown author Jennifer S. Kelly. You'll learn ...

About Sir Barton, the first horse to win the Triple Crown, and what Jennifer thinks it takes for a horse to win this pinnacle of horse racing in the United States.
How she used her copy of the book to capture her author adventures and turned it into a fascinating piece of memorabilia.
Why launching a blog while writing a book is an excellent way to establish yourself as an expert.
Tips on writing non-fiction and keeping yourself on deadline from this experienced author, editor, proofreader, and writing professor.
And MUCH more!

Episode show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html

Episode 50: On Training Racehorses, Writing About Backstretch Life & Music with Dawn LeFevre

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 50: 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 Backstretch Girls author Dawn LeFevre. You'll learn ...

About Dawn's life working on racetracks, what it was like getting her trainer's license, and what it feels like to gallop a racehorse full out.
How her firsthand experience of life on the backstretch inspired her book Backstretch Girls.
How Dawn's freelance writing career started with writing heavy metal music reviews. Now her fiction and nonfiction short pieces have been published in Equus, Weird NJ, the Pacific Coast Journal and The Press of Atlantic City.
And MUCH more!

Episode show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html

Episode 49: On Being a Teacher Turned Author, Writing Groups & Horsehair Jewelry with Janet Wolanin Alexander

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 12:51:41 -0700

Episode 49: 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 teacher turned author Janet Wolanin Alexander. You'll learn ...

Janet talks about her memoir At Home on a Horse in the Woods. She shares how alternate bouts of pursuit and denial became incredibly paralyzing. Finally, on the verge of abandoning her dream of owning a horse forever, a powerful moment of truth broke the pattern and set her free.
How valuable being a member of a writers' group can be for developing your work.
About Janet's business Swish Tails and why she braids jewelry from a horse’s hair to celebrate the special bond humans share with their equine partners.
And MUCH more!

Episode 48: On the Power of Pinterest & Why it's Okay to be in Process with Lindsey Rains

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 48: 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 Hoof Print Marketing Founder Lindsey Rains. You'll learn ...

About the power of Pinterest and ideas on how authors can use the platform to market their books.
Why it is okay to be in progress when it comes to your passions.
How Lindsey has evolved her equestrian blogging skills into owning and running her own business — Hoof Print Marketing.
And MUCH more!

Episode 47: On Wild Horses, How the Horse Shaped U.S. History & Storytelling with Julia Soplop

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 47: 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 and photographer Julia Soplop. You'll learn ...

About what led Julia to research and write about how the horse, throughout U.S. history, has served as one of the most powerful influences on the country’s development.
Ways that Julia used storytelling to employ the horse as a narrative thread not only to bind seemingly disparate events, but also to allow for the inclusion of figures often written out of traditional histories: women and minorities.
Why it was important for her to include tables, maps, and captivating pen and ink illustrations by Montana artist Robert Spannring, interspersed with her own stunning photography of wild horses, to add further depth to EQUUS Rising: How the Horse Shaped U.S. History.
And MUCH more!

Episode 46: On Embracing Technology, Discovery Writing & Quarter Horses with Diane Maccani

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 46: 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 and lifelong horsewoman Diane Maccani. You'll learn ...

About Diane's life as a horsewoman. She has been a breeder, trainer, instructor, judge, and showman of Quarter Horses, and she also is a horse show mom and grandma.
How cleaning stalls inspired the start of her series 'What the Cowgirls Do!' The characters in the series live in the 'modern' west, and they deal with the problems facing those in the ranching/horse industry. The series has thirteen books.
Thoughts on embracing technology and how she went about independent publishing before print-on-demand technology even existed.
And MUCH more!

Episode 45: On Rethinking Horseshoes & The Evolution of Cavallo Hoof Boots with Carole Herder

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 45: 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 Cavallo Horse & Rider, Inc. Founder Carole Herder. You'll learn ...

About Carole's passion for horses and holistic wellness, which led her to found Cavallo Horse & Rider Inc., which develops, manufactures and distributes horse products in 26 countries worldwide.
How she designed and developed the range of Cavallo Hoof Boots to help horses receive the protection required when riding on terrain that the bare hoof is not conditioned to.
About her thoughts on caring for horse’s hooves naturally. She promotes that keeping horses barefoot is the better choice.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://www.cavallo-inc.com/

Episode 44: On Thoroughbreds, Turning Passion into Business & Finding Words Inside a Writing Barn with Patrick Smithwick

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 44: 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 Thoroughbred trainer, writer, and teacher Patrick Smithwick. You'll learn ...

About Patrick's lifelong love affair with horses. At a very young age he began working with his father, the legendary steeplechase jockey, A.P. Smithwick, who became a trainer after retiring from riding. Smithwick then worked his way through school and college by exercising Thoroughbreds at major East Coast racetracks and riding steeplechase races at such venues as Belmont Park and Saratoga Race Course, and hunt meets such as the Maryland Hunt Club and the Grand National.
How Patrick turned his two biggest passions into two businesses - writing and training Thoroughbred steeplechase horses.
Insight into his writing rituals and routines including a verbal tour of his beloved writing barn situated on his farm in Monkton, Maryland.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://www.patricksmithwick.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 43: On Horses Healing Humans at an Alternative Prison Ranch & Vulnerability in Memoir with Ginger Gaffney

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 43: 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 top-ranked horse trainer and author Ginger Gaffney. You'll learn ...

About her memoir Half Broke, where Ginger gives us a glimpse into her experience working with troubled horses at an alternative prison ranch in New Mexico, a facility run entirely by the prisoners.
Why she decided to work on the ranch even though the horses had developed dangerous behaviors and the residents were dealing with their own issues including trouble with the law and addictions.
Advice on writing a memoir including why it's important to bring vulnerability to the page and write the book with the pulse of fiction.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://gingergaffney.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 42: On Believing in Horses, Local Media & Telling Military-Related Stories with Valerie Ormond

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 42: 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 Veteran Writing Services, LLC and Believing in Horses book author Valerie Ormond. You'll learn ...

About Valerie's second career as a writer after a 25 year career as a naval intelligence officer. She now writes books and stories sharing lessons learned including Believing in Horses and Believing in Horses, too.
Why she founded Veteran Writing Services, LLC, to provide writing services to business clients and encourage other veterans to write their stories.
How she works with local media outlets and why she believes in the power of personal connections.
And MUCH more!

Website: http://believinginhorses.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 41: On Wanderlust, Riding Horses Around the Globe & Character Development with Amy Elizabeth

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 15:56:14 -0700

Episode 41: 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 world traveler and equine author Amy Elizabeth. You'll learn ...

About Amy's wanderlust, her life of travel, and what it's like living as a writer abroad.
How she pursues her passion for horses by riding them around the globe.
Why she believes that an author has to get down to the heart of their characters to write a good story.
And MUCH more!

Website: http://gypsygiraffe.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 40: On Mentors, Screenwriting & Just One YES with Angelica Witherspoon-Cassanova

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 40: 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 Clip-Clop Chronicles Author Angelica Witherspoon-Cassanova. You'll learn ...

About the power of working with a mentor while writing your book.
What it's like being a part of the entertainment industry and Angelica's thoughts on the art of writing a screenplay. Psst ... It's what she does for a living!
How she believes you only need one YES to achieve your dreams in life.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://www.clipclopchronicles.com/

Episode 39: On Jousting, Rebranding Book Covers & Kickstarter Funding with J.D. Harrison

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 39: 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 Gallant Hearts series author J.D. Harrison. You'll learn ...

About her experience squiring at championship tourney, long-term love affair with all things medieval and renaissance, and how she brings to life the unorthodox culture of jousters and their horses in her books.
Why she rebranded the book covers in her Gallant Hearts series and what the process looks like.
How she uses Kickstarter campaigns to fund her books.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://www.gallanthearts.com/

Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/pod... 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/wis... and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.

Episode 38: On Author Growth, Finding Your Voice & Publishing Possibilities with Mary Kit Caelsto

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 38: 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 Women's Fiction and Fantasy Author Mary Kit Caelsto. You'll learn ...

How she helps fellow authors grow by mentoring them through the process of going from manuscript to publication.
Why it's healthy to break the mold, bring your unique point of view to your stories, and write what speaks to you, so readers can discover what speaks to them.
About her experience with both traditional and independent publishing and her advice on how to navigate different publishing possibilities.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://marykitcaelsto.com/

Episode 37: On Creating the Best-Selling 20-Book Canterwood Crest Series w/ Jessica Burkhart

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 37: 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 Jessica Burkhart, the author of the best-selling 20-book Canterwood Crest series. You'll learn ...

How creative writing helped Jessica overcome a traumatic health situation and return to her love of horses.
About winning NaNoWriMo, signing with an agent, and being published by Simon & Schuster
What happened when Breyer created model horses to accompany her book series.
And MUCH more!

Website: http://www.jessicaburkhart.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 36: On Books To Screen, Pitching Your Story & Expanding Representation in Art with Elaine Sturgess

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 36: 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 and BooksOffice Founder Elaine Sturgess. You'll learn ...

How developing a book trailer led to an interest in film and then the creation of BooksOffice, a platform for taking books to screen.
About BooksOffice and how the platform guides authors through the process of creating a movie deck for their books in order to pitch to production companies.
Her thoughts on expanding diversity and representation in the entertainment industry.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://booksoffice.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 35: On Communications, Self Care & Horses Supporting Mental Health with LaTicia Jeffers

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 35: 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 LaTicia Jeffers Communications Director of Natural Freedom Wellness Center. You'll learn ...

How she communicates on behalf of Natural Freedom Wellness Center, behind the scenes of a Communications Director, and the way she uses those skills to get the word out about the Center's authors.
What it's like being an Equine Therapist who helps people have mental health breakthroughs and how to prevent burn out through self care.
How she prepares her authors to represent themselves at events and book signings.
And MUCH more!

Website: http://naturalfreedomohio.com/

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

Wed, 27 May 2020 05:00:00 -0700

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

Wed, 20 May 2020 05:00:00 -0700

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

Wed, 13 May 2020 05:00:00 -0700

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

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 05:00:00 -0700

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

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 05:00:00 -0700

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

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 05:00:00 -0700

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

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 05:00:00 -0700

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

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 05:00:00 -0700

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

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 05:04:00 -0700

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/

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.

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

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 05:00:00 -0700

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/

Episode 23: On Warmbloods, Powerlifting & the Publishing Process with Joanne Verikios

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 23: 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 Warmblood classifier, judge and author Joanne Verikios. You'll learn ...

About her experience as a Warmblood stud manager, classifier, commentator and judge.
What it is like to be a powerlifter and how she got into the sport.
About her experience working with a publisher and how the process worked when it came to writing a book about the human-horse connection that is part memoir, part educational, and part self-help.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://www.winninghorsemanship.com/

Episode 22: On Thrillers, Being Active in the Writing Community & Editorial Feedback with Connie Johnson Hambley

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 22: 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 Thriller Author Connie Johnson Hambley. You'll learn ...

What happens when a Boston lawyer decides to chuck her career out the window to write fiction.
About her view on the writer's mind as a junk drawer and how she researches her works of fiction in order to capture the razor's edge between good and evil.
Why being an active member of the writing community elevates an author's career, how to prepare for a successful author event, and the value of listening to editorial feedback.
About her transformational experience volunteering at a therapeutic riding center and how the stories she has heard there have inspired her next book project.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://www.conniejohnsonhambley.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 21: On the Rise of Equestrian Fiction & Embracing the Gig Economy w/ Natalie Keller Reinert

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 12:55:57 -0700

Episode 21: 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 Equestrian Fiction Author Natalie Keller Reinert. You'll learn ...

About the growth of Equestrian Fiction as a genre, how it has become more diverse over time, and what it was like being an author of horse books on the forefront of the movement.
Tips on how she consistently gets her books to the top of the charts in Amazon's Equestrian Fiction category.
How she embraces the gig economy, encourages the side hustle, enjoys the flexibility it provides, and uses Patreon in her creative life to generate an additional stream of income.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://www.nataliekreinert.com/

Episode 20: On Murder Mysteries, Thoroughbred Racing & Building Community with Sasscer Hill

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 20: 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 Award-Winning Equine Author Sasscer Hill. You'll learn ...

About her life as an amateur jockey and how it led to her breeding her own racehorses which inspired her to become an author of horse racing murder mystery and suspense thrillers.
What it was like working with small press, how she transitioned to independent publishing, and what to look out for in contracts.
How she combines what she knows about the horse world with input from legal and law enforcement professionals to develop her novels.
The emotional story of winning the Dr. Tony Ryan Best in Racing Literature Award and what she did with the $10,000 prize.
Thoughts on finding your herd through writing organizations, conferences and critique groups.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://www.sasscerhill.com/

Episode 19: On Saddle Fit, Being a CEO and Ghostwriting with Sabine Schleese

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 19: 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 Equine Author & Schleese Saddlery Executive Sabine Schleese. You'll learn ...

About saddle fit and why gender appropriate saddles matter more than you and your may horse know.
Why it is important to listen to your horse and signs to look for that might indicate your horse is in pain.
The responsibilities, challenges and rewards of being a CEO.
Thoughts on compiling articles for a book, working with a ghostwriter, and translating your work into different languages.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://schleese.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 18: On Fox Hunting, Working with Brands & A Story of Reluctant Blogging with Susan Friedland

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 18: 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 Equine Author & Saddle Seeks Horse Founder Susan Friedland. You'll learn ...

About Knight, her off-the-track Thoroughbred, and how she handled his diagnosis of Kissing Spine. Psst ... they now enjoy Fox Hunting together.
How she reluctantly started a blog that ended up being the super successful Saddle Seeks Horse and how a lonely saddle inspired her blog's name.
What being an equestrian influencer means to Susan, how she works with brands, and why she thinks bloggers deserve to be paid for their work.
How the horses she's adored and the men she's endured helped her pen a successful equestrian memoir!
And MUCH more!

Website: https://susanfriedlandsmith.com/

Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Raquel Lynn's sites 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.

Episode 17: On Being an Equestrian Influencer, Authenticity & Work/Life Integration with Raquel Lynn

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 05:03:00 -0700

Episode 17: 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 Horses & Heels and Stable Style Founder Raquel Lynn. You'll learn ...

What being an equestrian influencer means to Raquel, how she works with brands, and ways she uses affiliate marketing.
About the evolution of her very popular equestrian lifestyles sites — Horses & Heels and Stable Style as well as her thoughts on work/life integration and authenticity.
How she got into freelance writing for major horse publications including Horse Illustrated, the Paint Horse Journal, Chrome and more through her blogging.
About her book From Passion to Profit: A Step by Step Guide to Niche Blogging, her personal coaching sessions, and how you can work with Raquel one on one!
And MUCH more!

Websites: https://horsesandheels.com/ http://stablestyle.net/ Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Raquel Lynn's sites 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 16: On Pony Rescue, Turning Bad Reviews Good & Publisher Liquidation with Michelle Holland

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 05:05:00 -0700

Episode 16: 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 Horse Book Author Michelle Holland. You'll learn ...

How Michelle started a sanctuary for New Forest Ponies and rescued over 57 ponies from slaughter.
About being an animal behaviorist and how working with canines translated to her connection with horses.
Why she decided to support charitable organizations through the sales of her children's books and how she manages the process.
How she turned a negative review into a positive learning opportunity and ended up creating a series of books that is making a difference in the equestrian community.
What happened when her traditional publisher went out of business and how that experience led her to independent publishing.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://www.michelleholland.co.uk/

Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Michelle Holland's sites 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 and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.

Episode 15: On Writing Your Truth, Codependency & Finding Horses in Midlife with Susan E. Conley

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 15: 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 Many Brave Fools Author Susan E. Conley. You'll learn ...

About horses as biofeedback machines and how horses always scan their environment to make things better.
Advice on taking up horseback riding in midlife.
Why telling the truth is so important when writing a memoir even though you might be resisting it.
How horses helped her work through and deal with addiction, codependency, and dysfunction in her relationship.
How she uses Instagram and Instagram stories to share about her author and equestrian life.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://manybravefools.com/

Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Susan E. Conley's sites 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 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 14: On Therapeutic Riding, Writing Non-Fiction and the History of Grand Prix with Betty Weibel

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 05:15:00 -0700

Episode 14: 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 Journalist, PR Professional and Author Betty Weibel. You'll learn ...

About therapeutic riding programs and the impact human/horse connection has on healing the soul.
About her work as a PR professional in the equine industry and how her background as a journalist has helped when writing her non-fiction books.
Advice on embracing life's opportunities and how saying yes can help you grow.
The history of show jumping in the U.S. and how American Grand Prix started in Cleveland, Ohio.
Thoughts on her experience as both a traditionally and independently published author.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://bettyweibel.com/

Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Betty Weibel's sites 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 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 13: On Self-Love, Dealing with Dyslexia & Writing a Real Life Love Story with Autumn Murray

Wed, 01 Jan 2020 05:15:00 -0700

Episode 13: 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 Equine Author Autumn Murray. You'll learn...

How Autumn developed a fictional romance based on her own second chance love story.
About how she overcomes dyslexia in her author career.
Advice for writers on developing self-love and seeing the good in others.
Tips for using Goodreads to engage your readers.
Thoughts on embracing your ancestry and choosing an editor to help you get terminology correct when writing about a location where you haven't lived.
And MUCH more!

Goodreads:

https://www.goodreads.com/author/Autumn_Murray

Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Autumn Murray's sites 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 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 12: On Romance, Hawaiian Horse Culture & Organizations for Authors with Katherine Kayne

Wed, 25 Dec 2019 05:00:00 -0700

Episode 12: 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 Equine Author Katherine Kayne. You'll learn ...

About the Hawaiian Ladies Riding Society series, women's role in Hawaii's horse culture, and the history of horses on the Hawaiian Islands.
The value of joining organizations for authors and attending their conferences.
Advice for writers when they feel stopped and encouragement to follow the story that is dancing in your head.
Tips on interviewing people to get to the real history of a place when researching a novel.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://katherinekayne.com/

Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Katherine Kayne's sites and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.

Episode 11: On Conducting Research, Award Submissions & Taking a Book to Screenplay with M.J. Evans

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 05:30:00 -0700

Episode 11: 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 Award-winning Equine Author M.J. Evans. You'll learn ...

About conducting research and writing across genres as M.J. has written fourteen books including non-fiction, historical fiction, children's and fantasy.
The value of literary awards and how to submit your books.
Tips on writing to a market, knowing who your buyer is, where they look for your books, and how to reach them.
What it is like to work with a traditional publisher and why she decided to start her own independent publishing company.
The process of taking a book to screenplay.
And MUCH more!

M.J. Evans Website: http://www.dancinghorsepress.com/

Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast.html where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to M.J. Evan's sites and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.

Episode 10: On Starting a Freelance Writing Career, Grit & Arabian Horses with Hope Ellis-Ashburn

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 05:30:00 -0700

Episode 10: 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 Freelance Writer, Author and Equestrian Blogger Hope Ellis-Ashburn. You'll learn ...

What it takes to jumpstart a freelance writing career.
How being a member of American Horse Publications expanded her freelance writing opportunities and grew her professional development.
How growing up on a dairy farm helped her develop GRIT and the confidence to do anything she sets her mind to.
How writing a memoir requires soul searching and sensitivity.
Inventive ways to reach readers and understanding your book's demographic.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://redhorseonaredhill.com/

Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Hope Ellis-Ashburn's sites 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 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/contact to fill out a request.

Episode 9: On Writing Memoirs, Equine Massage & Starting Your Own Business with Heather Wallace

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 05:30:00 -0700

Episode 9: In each Equestrian Author Spotlight 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 Heather Wallace Equine Author and Equestrian Blogger at The Timid Rider.

You'll learn ...

How to take the leap and follow your dream of starting your own business.
About animal body work and how to become a certified equine massage therapist.
What it's like to share personal stories through writing memoirs.
Why it's important to be BOLD and let your passion be bigger than you fear.
What it is like to travel to Mongolia to participate in the Gobi Desert Cup horse endurance race.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://timidrider.com/

Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Heather Wallace's sites 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 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 to fill out a request: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/contact

Episode 8: Brittney Joy on Book Cover Best Practices, Cowboy Dressage & Preorder Campaigns

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 05:03:00 -0700

Episode 8: In each Equestrian Author Spotlight episode, you’ll hear inspirational stories from horse book authors including writing advice and marketing tips to help you write your own horse book.

In this week's episode, you'll meet Red Rock Ranch & OverRuled Series author Brittney Joy.

You'll learn ...

How Brittney discovered Cowboy Dressage and what the event entails for you and your horse.
About book cover best practices including the truth about updating a book's cover on Amazon.
What it's like to work with fellow authors on a prelaunch/preorder campaign.
Why it's important to have the ability to update your own work and the advantages of independent publishing.
And MUCH more!

Website: http://brittneyjoybooks.squarespace.com/

Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Brittney Joy's sites 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/contact.html to fill out a request.

Episode 7: Laura Wolfe on Persistence, Psychological Suspense & Moving from a Traditional Publisher

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 05:27:00 -0700

Episode 7: In each Equestrian Author Spotlight 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 Dark Horse Mystery Series author Laura Wolfe.

You'll learn ...

How to give a book series a second life after moving on from a traditional publisher.
About writing short stories to attract new readers and using Prolific Works to distribute them.
What it's like to work with a literary agent while practicing patience during the publishing process.
How National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) helps her write her books.
And MUCH more!

Website: https://www.laurawolfebooks.com/

Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Laura Wolfe's sites and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.

Episode 6: Candace Carrabus on Book Bundling, Critique Groups & Cross-Promotion for Authors

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 10:21:05 -0700

Episode 6: In each Equestrian Author Spotlight 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 Dream Horse Mystery Series author Candace Carrabus.

You'll learn ...

About curiosity, embracing your inner muse, and out of body experiences while writing.
The importance of being responsive to your readers.
Thoughts on connecting with other authors including cross-promotional ideas, box set bundling, and critique groups.
Stellar advice for getting words on the page and managing reviews (the good, the bad, & the ugly).
And MUCH more!

Website: http://candacecarrabus.com/

Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Candace Carrabus' sites and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.

Episode 5: Ann Hunter on Horse Racing, Taekwondo & Book Marketing that Works

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 11:27:46 -0700

Episode 5: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! A weekly podcast featuring interviews with equine authors who love all things horses and writing about them. 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 North Oak Series Author Ann Hunter. You'll learn ...

About Ann's love of thoroughbred horse racing and how it inspired her to write the North Oak horse book series.
Tips on book marketing strategies THAT WORK including email list building, using Prolific Works, running a BookBub campaign, and details on Booksprout for increasing reader reviews.
How Taekwondo and writing provide Ann outlets to manage her depression which she graciously discusses openly during the interview.
And MUCH more!

Find her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorannhunter

Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Ann Hunter's sites and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.

Intro & Outro Music: Road Trip courtesy of http://www.freesfx.co.uk

Episode 4: Lisa Diersen on Loving Lusitano Horses & the EQUUS Film Festival Literary Corral

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 09:28:00 -0700

Episode 4: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! A weekly podcast featuring interviews with equine authors who love all things horses and writing about them. 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 EQUUS Film Festival Founder Lisa Diersen. You'll learn ...

About her love of Lusitano horses and information about this beautiful breed.
Information on the EQUUS Film & Arts Festival and how you can join in on the celebration.
How to submit your horse book to the EQUUS Film Festival Literary Corral and be considered for a WINNIE Award.
Stellar advice for anyone with a BIG dream and how to accomplish that dream.
And MUCH more!

Website: http://www.equusfilmfestival.net/

In this blog post, I share everything you need to know about entering your book in the EQUUS Film Festival and joining us in the Literary Corral: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/calling-all-equine-authors-join-the-equus-film-festival-literary-corral

Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Lisa Diersen's sites and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.

Intro & Outro Music: Road Trip courtesy of http://www.freesfx.co.uk

Episode 3: Rae Rankin on Writing Children's Books & the Business of Being an Author

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 13:15:55 -0700

Episode 3: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! A weekly podcast featuring interviews with equine authors who love all things horses and writing about them. 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 horse book author Rae Rankin. You'll learn ...

Pointers on preparing for the business side of being an author BEFORE you publish.
Tips on independently publishing a children's book and working with an illustrator.
How to set yourself up for a successful author event.
Distributing your books with IngramSpark and Amazon.
And MUCH more!

https://raerankin.com/

Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Rae Rankin's books, sites and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.

Intro & Outro Music: Road Trip courtesy of http://www.freesfx.co.uk

Episode 2: Shelley Paulson on Equine Photography & Being So Good They Can't Ignore You

Sun, 06 Oct 2019 09:30:49 -0700

Episode 2: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! A weekly podcast featuring interviews with equine authors who love all things horses and writing about them. 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 award-winning equine photographer and author Shelley Paulson. You'll learn ...

Pointers on preparing for an equine photo shoot.
Tips on working with a traditional book publisher.
How to present yourself as a professional when working with clients and equestrian brands.
Eye-opening information about deep work, being so good they can't ignore you, and how digital minimalism can change your life.
And MUCH more!

https://www.shelleypaulson.com/

Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the episode show notes and find the links to Shelley Paulson's photography, books, sites and recommended resources. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, or via RSS so you’ll never miss a show.

Intro & Outro Music: Road Trip courtesy of http://www.freesfx.co.uk

Episode 1: Meet Your Host Carly Kade & Learn What Makes Her Spurs Jingle

Sat, 05 Oct 2019 16:22:52 -0700

Episode 1: Welcome to the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast! A weekly podcast featuring interviews with equine authors who love all things horses and writing about them. 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 your host and award-winning equine author Carly Kade. You'll learn ...

What makes Carly's spurs jingle about spotlighting fellow equine authors.
All about the Equestrian Author Spotlight including how to be a podcast guest.
And more about Carly as she is interviewed by her horse husband (who asks her some surprise questions).

https://www.carlykadecreative.com/

Visit https://www.carlykadecreative.com/podcast where you can read the show notes or 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 on over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.

Intro & Outro Music: Road Trip courtesy of http://www.freesfx.co.uk