Pen to Paycheck Authors
We’re two indie authors; Matilda Swift, author of quintessentially British Cozy Mysteries, and Sam Cummings, author of Young Adult books about magic, myths, and monsters.
With over a dozen books between us, and still a long way to go towards the ‘quit the day job’ dream, we’re here to write our way to financial success.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 52 minutes
- Episodes
- 87
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
What Our Secret Guest Reveals
Matilda and Sam welcome a VERY special guest in this week's episode!
Next week, your favourite podcast hosts are discussing Sam's recent book launch!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowri…
What Writing Routines We Need
Matilda and Sam take a break from their usual routines to try out something different.
Next week brings a surprise guest... Tune in to find out who we'll be chatting to.
Where to find Sam and Matilda…
What We AREN'T Doing
Matilda and Sam can't do it all... so what are they avoiding?
Tune in next week when they'll reassess their writing routines.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: www.samantha-…
What Our Launches Look Like
Matilda and Sam both have launches in September, so what are they doing to prepare?
Tune in next week when they'll be talking about all the things they AREN'T doing...
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
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What Makes A Great Series
Matilda and Sam are both series writers, so they're breaking down how they do it.
Tune in next week to hear about their pre-launch activities!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Web…
What Our Newsletters And Websites Do
Matilda and Sam broach the age old question: what are my website and newsletter supposed to do?
Tune in next week as they discuss how to write a book series!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @…
What Formats Mean Money
Matilda and Sam are digging into formats - and alternative ways to deliver books.
Tune in next week as they discuss websites and newsletters!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Websi…
What Improves Readthrough
Sam and Matilda discuss how they can optimise their back matter to help improve their read-through.
Next week, tune in to hear all about their plans for different editions!
Where to find Sam and M…
What Strengths Lead to Success
Sam and Matilda have taken the test... did they pass? Hear all about their Clifton Strengths!
Next week, your favourite podcast hosts will be delving into book back matter... and strategies for bett…
What We Learned at SPS Live
Sam and Matilda are debriefing after a very fun few days at SFS Live 2025!
Next week they will finally be talking about Clifton Strengths.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website…
What We Achieved in Q2
Sam and Matilda are reviewing their Q2 goals - how did they get on? Find out in this week's episode!
Next week they will be recapping all the magic that happened at SPS Live in London.
Where to f…
What Defeats Author Challenges
Sam and Matilda set themselves challenges... and the outcome isn't what they expected!
Next week is our Q2 review... a little early, but it will be worth it. Did they do everything they set out to d…
What Mends Mindsets
Sam and Matilda are skipping therapy, and trying to fix themselves instead!
Next week brings them back to challenge week! What are they going to pick to push themselves out of their comfort zones? Y…
What Makes Social Posts Easy
Sam and Matilda started a 60 day social media challenge... and here are the results!
Next week, they'll be setting themselves up for something a bit different and challenging their own mindset issue…
What Mindset Issues Hold Us Back
Sam and Matilda are opening up about mindset; specifically, what THEY think holds them back!
Next week, they'll be revisiting social objects - are you ready to see how they've done with the promises …
What To Do Between Launches
Sam and Matilda talk about tasks to do in between launches!
Next week they're back with a conversation about what they need to go to therapy for!
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
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What Retains Our Readers
Sam and Matilda chat about ways they can retain reader interest!
Next week they'll be talking about what they can do in between launches.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammowrimo
Website: w…
What Resources Authors Need
Sam and Matilda are back with another look at the resources they're still using, and new ones they love!
Next week they'll be back to talk about how they could retain reader interest in between publi…
What We Use Social Media For
Sam and Matilda are back, discussing the merits and pitfalls of social media; from paid, to organic!
Tune in next week as they reassess their resources.
Where to find Sam and Matilda:
SAM IG: @sammo…
What Hooks MY Readers
Sam and Matilda are figuring out the best bait to hook readers…
Next week, they will be taking sides as a discuss the merits (and pitfalls) of paid and organic social media.
Where to find Sam and Mat…