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
When Stand Outs Strike
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda try to strike the right balance of standing out, and fitting in when it comes to writing in their specific genres.
By next week, Sam and Matilda will be …
When Niches Get Riches
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda discuss the ever complicated topic of niches. What is a niche, and how does defining it help further your writing career?
By next week, Sam and Matilda wi…
When Platforms are Power
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda talk about the platforms that support their writing careers, from creating graphics and book covers, to how they format their books.
By next week, Sam an…
When Money Means Mayhem
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda talk about their money mindset!
By next week, Sam and Matilda will have collected information on the platforms they use to self publish, and discuss busin…
When Facebook Ads Fight Back
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda talk about their experience with Facebook ads, what they have already learned from past experience, and what plans they have to gain success in the future…
When Marketing is Unmasked
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda break down their own marketing attempts in 2023, and discuss what worked and what didn't, covering what marketing ideas they have for the next 12 months.
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When Year Plans Attack
In this week’s episode, Samantha and Matilda make their 2024 plans…then remake them to factor in all the different hats self-publishers need to wear.
By next week, Sam and Matilda will have completed…