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Books, Business, & Mindset - A Podcast for Authors

Hosted by Jen Graybeal Creative Coaching · arts · EN-US

23 episodesAudience: 10
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Running an author business is so much more than writing. Jen Graybeal (she/her) is a certified creativity coach, educator, and editor that has spent more than ten years helping authors create stories they are proud of and businesses that align with their individual vision of success. She empowers authors through encouraging feedback, collaborative problem solving, and gently-applied tough love. Visit her website for client testimonials at www.jengraybeal.com or follow her on the socials: @JenTheEditor.

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What is Books, Business, & Mindset - A Podcast for Authors about?

Running an author business is so much more than writing. Jen Graybeal (she/her) is a certified creativity coach, educator, and editor that has spent more than ten years helping authors create stories they are proud of and businesses that align with their individual vision of success. She empowers authors through encouraging feedback, collaborative problem solving, and gently-applied tough love.

Who hosts Books, Business, & Mindset - A Podcast for Authors?

Books, Business, & Mindset - A Podcast for Authors is hosted by Jen Graybeal Creative Coaching. The show has published 23 episodes to date.

What has Books, Business, & Mindset - A Podcast for Authors covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Writing through Self-Doubt: Cheri Champagne on Regency Monsters, Bada$$ Heroines, Building a Community on Discord" (28 October 2026, 56 minutes), "I'm Not Afraid to Fail: Siera London on 10 Years of Writing, Publishing, and Staying in the Game" (21 October 2026, 68 minutes), and "From “You’ll Never Publish” to NYT Bestseller: Elizabeth Boyle on Research, Indie Publishing, and Writing Better Books" (14 October 2026, 56 minutes).

How often does Books, Business, & Mindset - A Podcast for Authors publish?

Books, Business, & Mindset - A Podcast for Authors publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 46 minutes across 23 episodes.

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Booking probability for Books, Business, & Mindset - A Podcast for Authors is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Books, Business, & Mindset - A Podcast for Authors requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Books, Business, & Mindset - A Podcast for Authors's contact route on record: verified email.

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Jen Graybeal Creative Coaching hosts Books, Business, & Mindset - A Podcast for Authors, an arts podcast with 23 episodes published.

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  • Episode #3

    Writing through Self-Doubt: Cheri Champagne on Regency Monsters, Bada$$ Heroines, Building a Community on Discord

    Oct 28, 202656 minS3

    Award-winning queer and autistic author Cheri Champagne writes steamy, suspenseful Regency romances — from her Seductive Spies series and the Bow Street Wallflowers to her new Regency-set monster romances drawn from UK...

  • Episode #2

    I'm Not Afraid to Fail: Siera London on 10 Years of Writing, Publishing, and Staying in the Game

    Oct 21, 20261h 8mS3

    USA Today bestselling author Siera London joins Jen Graybeal for a candid conversation about building an author career — the craft, the business, and everything publishing throws at you. A retired military officer and...

  • Episode #1

    From “You’ll Never Publish” to NYT Bestseller: Elizabeth Boyle on Research, Indie Publishing, and Writing Better Books

    Oct 14, 202656 minS3

    What do you do when someone scrawls “you will never publish” across your pages in red Sharpie? You publish anyway! NYT & USA Today bestselling author Elizabeth Boyle shares the real behind-the-scenes story of her debut...

  • Episode #10

    40+ Books and Still Curious: Cathy Maxwell on Writing, Reinvention, and her Leap to Indie Publishing

    Jun 3, 20261h 4mS2

    NYT and USA Today bestselling author Cathy Maxwell has written more than 40 historical romances — and her most exciting chapter is just beginning. In her very first podcast interview, Cathy sits down with me to reflect...

  • Episode #9

    Pirate Queens, Reapers, and Joyful Chaos: Allison/ Alli Temple on Brand, Boundaries, and Big Creative Swings

    May 27, 202649 minS2

    Author Allison Temple (aka Alli Temple) joins me to talk about writing what lights you up—even when it breaks the “rules.” From male/male small‑town rom‑coms to a smash hit sapphic pirate series and a weirdly wonderful...

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  • Episode #8

    Write, Publish, Profit: Moni Boyce’s Playbook for Career Resilience

    May 20, 20261h 10mS2

    USA Today bestselling author, filmmaker, and poet Moni Boyce joins Jen to unpack what it takes to turn writing into a real, sustainable business. Moni traces her path from film producer to traveling nomad ghostwriter to...

  • Episode #8

    On Your Shoulders - A Mindful Moment

    May 6, 20267 minS2

    Today on the podcast, we are doing something a little bit different. We're going to take a couple of minutes for peace and stillness while Jen walk you through a mindfulness exercise. You can do this sitting at your...

  • Episode #7

    Rock Shows, Rescue Pets, and Radical Creativity: R.L. Merrill on the Choices Authors Make

    Apr 29, 20261h 1mS2

    In this wide‑ranging conversation, award‑winning author R.L. Merrill joins Jen to talk about creativity, resilience, and finding joy in the writing life. Ro shares how music shapes her stories, how she writes across...

  • Episode #6

    Art, Patreon, and Pirates with Lin Lustig: A Discussion About Authenticity and Ill-Fitting Shoes

    Apr 22, 202646 minS2

    Author and illustrator Lin Lustig joins creativity coach Jen Graybeal to explore what it really means to live—and write—authentically as a creative. From blending art and fiction to building found-family pirate...

  • Episode #5

    Level Up Your Author Business: Rights, Royalties, and Real Talk with Lisa Rayne

    Apr 15, 202659 minS2

    Award‑winning author and intellectual property attorney Lisa Rayne joins host Jen Graybeal to deliver a masterclass in writing, business, and author empowerment. Lisa pulls back the curtain on what every writer needs to...

  • Episode #4

    Email Marketing for Authors and the Many Benefits of Being a Nerdy Romantic with Y.M. Nelson

    Apr 8, 20261h 5mS2

    How do you make email marketing work for your author business—not against it? In this episode, creativity coach Jen Graybeal talks with Y. M. Nelson , author of The Accidental Swipe and host of the Nerdy Romantics...

  • Episode #3

    Romantic Suspense, Writer Community, and Pivoting with Data — Loucinda McGary on Staying in the Game

    Apr 1, 202651 minS2

    What does it take to keep writing — and thriving — across decades of publishing? Host Jen Graybeal sits down with Loucinda McGary, romantic‑suspense author and creative globe‑trotter, to talk about writing gothic‑tinged...

  • Episode #2

    Romance, Murder, and Community: Tobi Doyle on Cozy Mysteries, Marketing Mindset, and GenreCon

    Mar 25, 202653 minS2

    What does it take to build a lasting career as a fiction author? In this episode, host Jen Graybeal sits down with Tobi Doyle—award-winning romance and cozy mystery author of over a dozen books. Tobi shares her journey...

  • Books, Business, & Mindset - A Podcast for Authors

    Season 2 Trailer

    Mar 19, 20261 minS2

    This is the Book's Business and Mindset podcast where we talk about creating stories you love and building a career that works for you. This season, I'm sitting down with some incredible authors for honest conversations...

  • Episode #1

    Queer Romance, Supervillain Shenanigans, and Writing Found Family with Author Kelly Farmer

    Mar 19, 20261h 1mS2

    Author Kelly Farmer talks with Jen Graybeal about writing queer contemporary romance filled with snark, heart, and authentic connection . She shares her journey from early storytelling to publishing inclusive love...

  • Episode #9

    The 4Ps of Marketing

    Sep 4, 202541 minS1

    In this episode of the Books, Business, and Mindset Podcast, certified creativity coach Jen Graybeal delves into effective marketing strategies for authors. Focusing on the four Ps—Product, Price, Place, and...

  • Episode #8

    Three Teams Every Author Needs

    Aug 20, 202532 minS1

    In this episode of the Books Business and Mindset Podcast, hosted by creativity coach Jen Graybeal, the focus is on the importance of building three distinct teams crucial for any author's success. Jen emphasizes the...

  • Episode #7

    Planning with Clarity, Confidence, and Focus Part 2

    Aug 14, 202525 minS1

    In this episode of the Books Business and Mindset Podcast, host Jen Graybeal, a certified creativity coach, discusses effective planning strategies for authors. Jen continues from episode six, emphasizing the need for a...

  • Episode #6

    Planning with Clarity, Confidence, and Focus - Part 1

    Aug 7, 202529 minS1

    In this episode of the Books, Business, and Mindset Podcast, Jen Graybeal, a certified creativity coach, delves into planning and goal setting for authors. She discusses her unique approach to planning that eschews...

  • Episode #5

    Outsmart Your Inner Critic: Surprising Lessons from the Voices in Your Head

    Jul 31, 202526 minS1

    In this episode of the Books, Business, and Mindset Podcast, hosted by certified creativity coach Jen Graybeal, listeners learn about the impact of negative self-talk and how it affects creativity and productivity. Jen...

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