Writing Momentum
Writing Momentum is the podcast all about writing, publishing, building your author brand, and selling your book.
With more than 50 years of combined experience, hosts Christopher and Gena Maselli tackle questions and answers about writing, independent publishing, self-publishing, traditional publishing, branding your author platform, marketing, and even the best apps to use to give your freelance writing career success.
Put yourself on the fast track to success when you get writing momentum today!
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 18 minutes
- Episodes
- 143
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Milestones and Memories: A Celebration of 100 Episodes
Has it really been 100 episodes?! Yes!!
In this episode of the Writing Momentum podcast, Chris and Gena celebrate their podcast's third year and 100th episode by taking a look back at their top five m…
Why We LOVE Novo - the BEST Bank for Freelance Writers
Bank Novo is the perfect banking solution for freelance writers and authors. With no minimum balance requirement, no monthly fees, and free transfers, it offers a hassle-free banking experience. The …
Even Writers Need a Long-Term Strategy with Liz Wilcox
Liz Wilcox, an email strategist and creator of the Email Marketing Membership, helps small businesses, including authors, build online relationships and effective emails. With her own successful busi…
Becoming a Prolific Writer with Kevin Tumlinson
Kevin Tumlinson is a prolific author who has self-published over 70 books. He developed a 30-day author formula to write a book a month and has written most of his books between 2014-2020. Tumlinson …
The Importance of the First Chapter with Melanie Hemry
The first chapter of any book is crucial for capturing the reader's interest and keeping them engaged throughout the book. It is important to establish a clear premise, answer basic questions, set th…
Amazon Categories Unraveled: Maximizing Book Discoverability with Lara Bernhardt
Tune into the latest episode of the Writing Momentum podcast with Chris and Gena, featuring the knowledgeable Lara Bernhardt, where they delve deep into the complex world of Amazon categories. Lara s…
Five Must-Have Black Friday Deals for Writers Revealed
Tune in to the latest episode of the Writing Momentum podcast with Chris and Gena, where they delve into the five must-have Black Friday deals for writers. Focusing on securing the best value for aut…
The Art of Book Launches: A Candid Conversation with Award-Winning Author Henry McLaughlin
In this episode of the Writing Momentum Podcast, Christopher Maselli interviews author Henry McLaughlin as they discuss his latest book launch for "Emily's Trials," a compelling historical fiction se…
Unlocking Author Power: Embracing the Freedom of Choosing How to Publish
In this episode of the Writing Momentum podcast, Chris and Gena are joined by bestselling author William Bernhardt to discuss the pros and cons of traditional versus independent publishing, also know…
From Traditional to Self-Publishing: The Changing Landscape of the Publishing Industry
In this episode of the Writing Momentum podcast, hosts Chris and Gena chat with Kevin Tumlinson, the voice of indie publishing and the former Director of Marketing for Draft2Digital. They discuss the…
Cracking the Code: Understanding Trends in the Writing Market w/ Marisa Corvisiero
In this episode of the Writing Momentum podcast, Chris and Gena are joined by Marisa Corvisiero, the founder and CEO of Corvisiero Literary Agency. They discuss the concept of trends in the writing m…
Unveiling the Power of Spiritual Themes in Fiction with Laurel Thomas
In this episode of the Writing Momentum podcast, Chris and Gena are joined by author Laurel Thomas to discuss incorporating spiritual themes into fiction. They explore how to find and craft a theme, …
From Frustration to Success: How Writers Can Simplify and Streamline Email Marketing
In this episode of the Writing Momentum podcast, hosts Chris and Gena address the frustrations of writer Bridget, who is struggling with email marketing. They offer several solutions, including using…
Liz Wilcox: Why Every Author NEEDS a Newsletter
In this episode, Chris and Gena interview Liz Wilcox, an email strategist who helps small businesses and authors build online relationships with their audience. Liz shares her journey into email mark…
When Should You Sign with an Agent? w/Marisa Corvisiero
In this episode, Chris and Gena interview Marisa Corvisiero, founder and CEO of the Corvisiero Literary Agency. Marisa shares her journey from being a writer to becoming an agent and talks about the …
BATTLE for the Best Style Guide!
Join hosts Chris and Gena in this thought-provoking episode as they engage in a lively discussion about the best style guide for writing. They look at MLA, Chicago, AP, APA formats and more, shedding…
How to Make the Most of a Writer's Conference
In this dynamic episode, hosts Chris and Gena dive into the world of writer's conferences, sharing invaluable insights on how to make the most of these transformative events. Drawing from their own e…
How to Get the Most Out of Interviews with Melanie Hemry
In this episode, we’re talking with Melanie Hemry, an award-winning nonfiction writer who specializes in telling real stories of real people in a captivating way. Today, she’ll teach us the technique…
How to Get a Gig Speaking at a Writer's Conference
In this episode of the Writing Momentum podcast, Chris and Gena dive into the topic of securing speaking engagements at writers' conferences. Drawing from their own experiences and industry insights,…
Overcoming Insecurity for Emerging Writers with Laurel Thomas
In this episode, we’re talking with Laurel Thomas, an award-winning novelist and the founder of Write Your Heart Out. Laurel began her Write Your Heart Out journey in the midst of COVID. She’s now he…