Indie Odyssey
Claim This Podcastby Jamye Smith, Hazel St. Lewis
Podcast Overview
<p><strong>Welcome to Indie Odyssey, the podcast where your journey through self-publishing is our adventure!</strong> Join hosts Hazel St. Lewis and Jamye Smith as we take you on an in-depth exploration into the world of independent publishing. In each episode, we'll be navigating through the often turbulent but rewarding indie journey, covering every step from the initial decision to the thrilling (maybe scary) moment your book lands in readers hands.</p><p>Whether you're a seasoned novelist or taking your first plunge into writing, Indie Odyssey is your companion, brimming with valuable insights, practical tips, and real-life stories from those who've navigated these waters before. Our mission is to empower and inspire writers of all backgrounds to take control of their publishing dreams. Tune in and transform your writing voyage with Indie Odyssey!</p>
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Publishing Since
12/18/2023
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Recent Episodes
January 26, 2024
Courting War - Path to Publication
<p>In this conversation, Hazel and Jamye discuss the launch of Hazel's book, Courting War. They delve into the inspiration behind the book, including the influence of Greek mythology and Celtic gods. Hazel shares the challenges she faced during the writing process, including the emotional toll of being on submission and dealing with insecurities. They also touch on the representation of dyslexia and color blindness in the book, and the importance of authentic portrayals in literature. In this conversation, Hazel and Jamye discuss the importance of writing strong female characters. They also explore the concept of Lady Daddies. The conversation then shifts to the chaos of book release and the challenges of balancing writing with other responsibilities. They end by encouraging each other to set big goals and dream big.</p><p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><ul><li>Writing strong female characters involves portraying their multifaceted nature and avoiding stereotypes.</li><li>Representation of disabilities, such as dyslexia and colorblindness, can provide readers with a more realistic and diverse reading experience.</li><li>The concept of Lady Daddies and Shadow Daddies challenges traditional gender roles and allows for more complex and interesting characters.</li><li>Book releases can be chaotic and overwhelming, requiring careful planning and time management.</li><li>Setting ambitious goals and dreaming big is important for personal and professional growth.</li></ul><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p><strong>00:00 </strong>Book Launch and Goodreads</p><p><strong>06:54 </strong>Inspiration for Courting War</p><p><strong>14:56 </strong>Writing Process and Challenges</p><p><strong>21:32 </strong>Influence of Traditional Publishing</p><p><strong>34:36 </strong>Representation in the Book</p><p><strong>38:17 </strong>Writing Strong Female Characters</p><p><strong>39:45 </strong>Representation of Dyslexia</p><p><strong>40:28 </strong>Representation of Colorblindness</p><p><strong>43:16 </strong>Lady Daddies and Shadow Daddies</p><p><strong>52:21 </strong>The Chaos of Book Release</p><p><strong>56:48 </strong>Setting Goals and Dreaming Big</p><p><strong>01:06:23 </strong>Balancing Writing and Pregnancy</p>
January 18, 2024
Facing our Fears
<p><strong>Summary</strong></p><p>In this episode, Hazel and Jamye discuss the topic of fear, particularly as it relates to book release and indie publishing. They explore the changing perceptions of indie publishing and the rise of romantasy in the industry. The conversation also delves into the fears of failure and the need to justify the choice of indie publishing and the fear of disappointment, highlighting the importance of protection mechanisms.</p><p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><ul><li>Fear is a common experience for writers, especially when it comes to book release and indie publishing.</li><li>The perception of indie publishing has evolved over time, with the rise of romantic fantasy contributing to its growing validity.</li><li>Writers often fear rejection from their peers and readers, especially when pursuing self-publishing or indie publishing.</li><li>The fear of failure is common among writers, as they worry about not being good enough or not achieving their desired level of success.</li><li>Reader rejection is a fear for writers, as they want their books to be well-received and loved by readers.</li><li>Fears of failure and the need to justify the choice of indie publishing can be challenging, but it's important to have an entrepreneurial mindset and not give up.</li><li>The financial aspect of indie publishing can be daunting, but there are different levels of investment and success.</li><li>Negative reviews can be a source of anxiety for writers, and it's important to establish boundaries and protect one's mental health.</li><li>Writers may fear not meeting the expectations of their readers or not being able to replicate their success with future books.</li></ul>
December 18, 2023
Navigating the Self-Publishing Seas: Who we are
<p>This week we dive into who are are, our journey's, and why we decided to pursue independent/self-publishing. We touch on the topics of romantasy, querying, and more in this opening episode. </p><p><strong>Connect with Us</strong>:</p><ul><li>Follow us on IG: @IndieOdysseyPodcast</li><li>Hosts:<ul><li>Hazel St. Lewis socials:<ul><li>IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hazelstlewis/">https://www.instagram.com/hazelstlewis/</a></li><li>TT:</li></ul></li><li>Jamye Smith<ul><li>IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hazelstlewis/">https://www.instagram.com/thejamyesmith</a></li></ul></li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>Special Thanks</strong>:</p><ul><li>Editing: Siena Morra</li></ul><p><strong>Next Episode Preview</strong>: Don't miss episode 2, where we discuss the the fears of launching as Hazel gets close to her publication date. </p>
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- What is Indie Odyssey?
<p><strong>Welcome to Indie Odyssey, the podcast where your journey through self-publishing is our adventure!</strong> Join hosts Hazel St. Lewis and Jamye Smith as we take you on an in-depth exploration into the world of independent publishing. In each episode, we'll be navigating through the often turbulent but rewarding indie journey, covering every step from the initial decision to the thrilling (maybe scary) moment your book lands in readers hands.</p><p>Whether you're a seasoned novelist or taking your first plunge into writing, Indie Odyssey is your companion, brimming with valuable insights, practical tips, and real-life stories from those who've navigated these waters before. Our mission is to empower and inspire writers of all backgrounds to take control of their publishing dreams. Tune in and transform your writing voyage with Indie Odyssey!</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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