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The Daily Writer
The Daily Writer is a podcast for writers who want to live a more intentional and creative life.Hosted by author and ghostwriter Kent Sanders, each episode offers practical insights, encouragement, and inspiration to help you build a consistent writing habit, overcome creative obstacles, and become the author of your own story.Whether you’re writing a book or trying to make progress on work that matters, The Daily Writer will help you take the next step. Learn more at DailyWriterLife.com.
Episodes
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How to Write More Content
Email subscriber Lori Melton sent in a question: “What would it look like for me to produce regularly scheduled content more often? Can you give me a simple…
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What Will You Leave Behind?
In this episode, I reflect on one of his most treasured possessions: a notebook of poems written by my grandmother Louise nearly fifty years ago.Grab a copy of…
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Put Yourself in the Driver's Seat
In this episode, I share why taking ownership of your choices is the foundation of authorship. If you want to create meaningful results in your writing and…
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The #1 Quality of Successful Writers
What does it really mean to be a successful writer?It’s all about authorship—not just writing books, but taking ownership of your writing, career, and life…
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Who's in Your Corner?
Today is my 30th wedding anniversary, and it got me thinking about one of the biggest reasons I’ve been able to pursue a writing career: my wife, Melanie.In…
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Only 7 People Showed Up
We’re often told that the key to productivity is saying “no” to distractions and protecting our time. But sometimes the most important opportunities come from…
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Get on the Trail
I’m currently training for my first marathon, and one of the lessons I’ve learned is that there’s no substitute for getting on the actual course.The same is…
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Re-Introducing the Daily Writer Podcast
Welcome back!In this episode, I share why I’m bringing back The Daily Writer podcast, what prompted the change from The Profitable Writer, and where the show…
The Daily WriterThe Business Side of a Writing Career | J.D. Barker
One of the most consistent themes I hear from writers is that many struggle with the business side of things. They become writers because they love the craft…
The Daily WriterReimagining the 1980s with Arcade Orchestra | Jim Daneker
I was born in 1974 and you’ve heard me talk about my love of 80s music before. And why not? The 80s, in my humble opinion, was simply the greatest decade in…
The Daily WriterBuild Your Network with WriterFest Nashville | Ami McConnell
I’ve always operated on the assumption that most of my listeners are introverts. If you don’t think of yourself as an introvert, that doesn’t make you less of…
The Daily WriterGrow Your Writing Business with Gotham Ghostwriters | Dan Gerstein
Today I’m bringing you an interview that will absolutely help you grow your impact and income, particularly if you’re a ghostwriter. You’ve probably heard of…
The Daily WriterBehind the Scenes of Indie Author Magazine | Chelle Honiker
I’m excited to bring you this conversation with Chelle Honiker, publisher of Indie Author Magazine. She has a real passion for serving and empowering authors…
The Daily WriterGhostwriting Roundtable | Maria Chapman, Karen Anderson, Blake Atwood
As you know, I talk a lot about ghostwriting on this show since that’s my primary business. However, I’m thrilled today to bring on three other guests to help…
The Daily WriterMake Your Life & Work Fun Again with a Creative Habit | Mike Brennan
If you think back to the early days of your writing journey, no matter if you’re at the beginning or you’ve been doing it a while, I’ll bet you were filled…
The Daily WriterUsing Your Books to Grow Your Training & Consulting Business | Steve Woodruff
If you write nonfiction, I’m sure you’re familiar with the idea that your book can be the first step your reader takes with you, but not the last step…
The Daily WriterFrom a Law Enforcement Career to Writing Crime Novels | Patrick O'Donnell
I talk to a lot of writers who are just getting started in their 40s and 50s. That was certainly the case for me. I was a college professor for many years…
The Daily WriterA Beginner's Guide to MAPs (Multi-Author Projects) | Mary Felkins, Dalyn Weller, Kit Morgan
As an author, there are lots of ways to collaborate with other writers. You can co-write a book, ghostwriter for people and remain in the background, be part…
The Daily WriterQ&A on "The Faith of Elvis" | Billy Stanley
Nearly three years ago, in October 2022, the book The Faith of Elvis was published. I had the honor of writing it for Billy Stanley, Elvis’s stepbrother and…
The Daily WriterWhat It's Like to Work With a Ghostwriter | Adam Boggs
There’s one topic I am asked about far more than any other. As you can imagine, that topic is ghostwriting. The questions come from all perspectives. Writers…
The Daily WriterAccounting Essentials for Writers | Danielle Hayden
It goes without saying that there are two main words in the title of this podcast: Profitable and Writer. Chances are pretty high that, like me, you became a…
The Daily WriterDiversifying Your Writing Portfolio | John David Mann
If you talk to any career writer, especially those who have been at it for a while, you’ll discover that the vast majority of them do several different things…
The Daily WriterHow to Start Writing Fiction | Jim Woods
As human beings, we are wired to crave stories. I’ll bet a day doesn’t go by when you don’t dive into stories in some fashion, whether it’s movies, TV shows…
The Daily WriterThe Author’s Guide to Producing and Narrating Audiobooks | Trenton Bennett & Lynn Smargis
In the last couple of decades, audiobooks have exploded in popularity. In fact, audiobooks are the fastest-growing segment of digital publishing, with Audible…
The Daily WriterA Conversation About the Creative Process | Catharine Bramkamp
When I started podcasting over ten years ago, one of my major motivations was getting to have interesting conversations with interesting people who were doing…
The Daily WriterTips for Improving Your Nonfiction Book Proposal | Margot Starbuck
Imagine if you were taking a trip across the country, from New York to L.A. You probably wouldn’t just hop in the car and start driving. Instead, you’d plot…
The Daily WriterUsing Your Pain as a Pathway to Writing | Jim Barnard
One of the realities that binds us all together as human beings is that we experience pain. It doesn’t matter what culture you’re from, how old you are, or…
The Daily WriterBuilding a Multifaceted Writing Career | Savannah Carlisle
If you’ve listened to this show any length of time, you have heard me talk about the value of building multiple streams of income. Almost every successful…
The Daily WriterHandling Objections and Closing the Sale | Phil Whitebloom
What label would you use to describe what you do? Would it be writer, editor, designer, author, creative, artist, ghostwriter, publisher, entrepreneur, or…
The Daily WriterWriting for Feature Films & Video Games | Tim Carter
I’ve never done a poll on this, but I’d venture to say that most of my listeners have books, blog posts, social media, and newsletters as their main writing…
The Daily WriterTimeless Principles on Storytelling from Aristotle | Doug Vigliotti
If you’re like me, you probably have a shelf full of books on the craft of writing and storytelling. Yes, I admit it, I’m a junkie for books that dissect and…
The Daily WriterHow to Move Forward When You're Feeling Stuck | Carol Enneking
If there is one word I keep hearing over and over again in conversations right now, it’s the word “stuck.” I’m not sure if it’s just a function of my age (I’m…
The Daily WriterWhen Client Work Goes Wrong | Alice Sullivan
I don’t know about you, but many times I’ve had this experience when listening to interviews on podcasts: I love what the guest is talking about, and it’s cool…
The Daily WriterHow to Overcome Imposter Syndrome and Lead with Purpose | Dennis W. Pullin
I’m thrilled to share this conversation with Dennis Pullin. He is the President and CEO of Virtua Health, an academic health system in New Jersey which offers…
The Daily WriterBuilding a Writing Career and Completing the Long-Awaited Johnny Carson Biography | Mike Thomas
I can say in all honesty that today is a momentous occasion here on the podcast! Why do I say that? Because today is the culmination of a nearly 20-year…
The Daily WriterHow to Shine as a Writer After 50 | Laura Venecia Rodriguez
You probably didn’t know this, but I recently turned 50—on July 26, to be exact. And while I don’t feel 50 in my mind, in my body I’m definitely starting to…
The Daily WriterGetting Started as a Writer on Reedsy | Alice Sullivan
One of the most common questions people ask me about ghostwriting is, “Where do I get clients?” It’s a natural question, of course, because all writers who are…
The Daily WriterGrow Your Business By Borrowing Other People's Audiences | Bryan Harris
No matter what your product or service, and no matter what type of books you write and publish, you need to grow your audience. Why? Because ultimately, your…
The Daily WriterDiscipline: What It Really Takes to Build a 7-Figure Business | Ali Hemyari
Many writers who want to grow their business spend their time focusing on the craft of writing. They go to conferences, read books, listen to podcasts, and…
The Daily WriterPursuing Resilience and Mental Health as a Writer | Chris Morris
The way I look at it, there are two forces at work to growing a sustainable writing business, or any business for that matter. There are external elements that…
The Daily Writer5 Ways to Improve Your Book Design | Kaycee Parker
So you’ve finished writing that book that’s been on your heart and mind for a long time. You’ve put a lot of time, planning, and energy into crafting the best…
The Daily WriterBuild a Successful Membership with Your Knowledge & Skills | Liz Wilcox
As you’re well aware, there are basically two sides to being a writer. There’s the creative side, which allows us to tell stories and communicate in a way that…
The Daily WriterGrowing Your Money Mindset and Monetizing Your Book | Honorée Corder
I’m honored today to bring you a conversation with Honorée Corder, who is my Yoda, Gandalf, and Dumbledore all rolled into one. She’s my mentor and business…
The Daily WriterThe Entrepreneurial Journey of a Full-Time Writer | Ghostwriter Barbara Richter
On many of our Profitable Writer episodes, I bring on a guest who has expertise on a certain topic. They come on the show to help us figure out how to solve a…
The Daily WriterGetting Your Book into Bookstores & Libraries | Susan Neal
Even though Amazon has been all the rage for book-buyers for much of the last twenty years, did you know there are many other outlets where readers can find…
The Daily WriterWhat Writers Can Learn from a Rockstar Real Estate Agent About Creativity, Networking, and Business | Anastasia Forrest
I’m a big fan of learning from other industries and professionals. It’s very easy as a writer to spend all your time around other people who only think about…
The Daily WriterHow to Double Your Revenue and Triple Your Time Off | Brianna Hendley
Since you’re listening to this podcast, you’re presumably interested in becoming more profitable. Sometimes as writers we play too small, thinking that if we…
The Daily WriterImproving Your Business Systems, Mindset, and Operations | Johnna Lacey
You’ve probably heard the phrase before, “Are you working IN or ON your business?” This question refers to the difference between being an employee who does…
The Daily WriterOvercoming the Publishing Myths Holding You Back | Terry Whalin
If you and I were having coffee together, and I asked if you believed in the Tooth Fairy or Santa Claus, you’d probably reply, “No, those are nice ideas but…
The Daily WriterGhostwriting 101: What Experience and Credentials Do You Need?
On today's episode, we dive into three key ways you can demonstrate your credibility to prospective clients. *** Thanks to today's sponsor! Vellum is the go-to…
The Daily WriterTips for Writing & Marketing Historical Fiction | Melissa LaShure
Most of what we discuss here on the Profitable Writer podcast is centered around nonfiction. That’s what I write, both for myself and for clients, and most of…
The Daily WriterGhostwriting 101: What Do Prospective Clients Really Want?
As a ghostwriter (or someone who wants to be), it's easy to worry about whether you have the right credentials to be perceived as a pro. However, there's a far…
The Daily WriterMonetizing Your Author Platform & Diversifying Your Income Streams | Thomas Umstattd, Jr.
We talk a lot about income streams here on the show because there are countless ways to take your book or message and make money from it. A book is only the…
The Daily WriterGhostwriting 101: Why Writing Books for Others is a Great Business
The #1 topic people ask me about is ghostwriting. On this episode, we'll dive into ten reasons ghostwriting is a great business for writers. 1. You can work on…
The Daily WriterThe Long-Term Journey of Building Your Writing Career | Ariel Curry & Liz Morrow
Much of what we do as writers is focused on the here and now. There’s that blog post to write, that client chapter, those emails to answer, that marketing plan…
The Daily WriterHow to Talk About Yourself Through Your Author Bio & Branding | Lindsey Hughes
As a writer, your primary job is to communicate. Most of us feel very comfortable communicating our ideas, stories, and other content in a variety of forms. If…
The Daily WriterHow to Build Income Streams from Your Writing | Dan Miller
Today’s episode is bittersweet because I’m re-running a conversation I had with Dan Miller back in August of 2021. Dan was the founder of 48 Days, a company…
The Daily WriterThe Power of Systems to Grow Your Writing Business | Mike Abramowitz
You can have all the talent in the world as a writer, but if you don’t have good systems to operate and grow your business, it will be tough to be successful…
The Daily WriterWriting "A Child Called 'It'" and Building an Extraordinary Writing Career | Dave Pelzer
As the host of this podcast, I have the privilege of talking to lots of extraordinary writers, business leaders, and creative minds. Today I’m honored to bring…
The Daily WriterHow to Turn Your Podcast into a Book | Jody Maberry & Kent Sanders
If you’re a podcaster who has dreamed of having your own book, you’ll love today’s episode! Last Fall, my good friend Jody Maberry and I co-led a webinar…