The Authorpreneur Podcast

15/08/2025

In this episode, I discuss how a scene turns or value shifts. Value shifts are a great way to ensure that each scene moves the story forward and pulls its own weight. It's worth noting that I'm not the first to discuss turning a scene or value shifts in the writing space. But I want to assure you that I don't want to add more confusion to the mix or discuss this topic in a way that is overly complicated....

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29/07/2025

🚨New Podcast Episode 🚨

What can Aristotle teach modern novelists?

In this episode, I chat with Douglas Vigliotti about his book Aristotle for Novelists: 14 Timeless Principles on the Art of Story. I loved talking to him about Aristotle for Novelists because it reminded me of my screenwriting roots, and it was nice to look back on my writing journey. Also, I loved his book because it was short enough to read in one sitting, but still had timeless principles that I could walk away with and apply to my next book. So, if you haven't grabbed your copy, I highly recommend you do. The book is available in ebook, paperback, and audiobook formats. 👇🏻

What can Aristotle teach modern novelists? In this interview, Douglas Vigliotti explains the thinking behind Aristotle for Novelists and how classic storytelling principles can help authors structure more compelling and cohesive stories—without rigid formulas.

21/07/2025

🚨New Podcast Episode 🚨

Why don’t more men read fiction?

In this episode of The Authorpreneur Podcast, I chat with author and podcaster Douglas Vigliiotti about his unconventional path to writing, why he started the Books for Men Podcast, and how reading builds underrated soft skills like patience and focus. We also dive into gender stereotypes in publishing and how reading habits are shaped from childhood.

📚 Whether you’re a writer, reader, or simply curious about why fiction matters—this one’s for you. 👇🏻

In this episode of The Authorpreneur Podcast, I chat with Douglas Vigliotti about getting into reading, its hidden benefits and the Books For Men Podcast. Just so that you're aware, this is the first of a two-part interview with Doug. In the second part, I discuss his book, Aristotle for Novelists.....

20/07/2025

🚨New Podcast Episode 🚨

Its been a while—fourteen months and a few days to be exact. In this hopefully short, update-style episode, I'll share the reason why I'm returning to podcasting after burnout. Also, I'll discuss a few non-writing and publishing updates, then share my plans for the upcoming podcast episodes.

And, I'm podcasting during a heat-wave in London, so you might hear Hector my Dyson fan humming away in the background. But hopefully, you're thinking "I don't hear a fan."

After 14 months away, I'm returning to podcasting after burnout. In this blog post and podcast episode, I share what caused the break and what’s coming next on The Authorpreneur Podcast.

10/07/2025

🎙️ After 14 months away, I'm finally back at the mic and editing a new episode of The Authorpreneur Podcast.

It's not live yet—but it's coming soon. This next episode will be a little behind-the-scenes update about why I paused the show, what's changed, and what's next.

Thanks for sticking around. I’ve missed this. ❤️

What would you like to hear me talk about in upcoming episodes?

04/06/2025

Podcast: How to Write the Dark Night of the Soul Scene of a Novel

So, you’ve reached the start of the third act of your outline or in your first draft, and you’re not sure how to propel your protagonist from the second act to the third act. There is a scene in story structure that creates a doorway or a transition between the final two acts. It’s generally r...

02/06/2025

Podcast: How to Write the Second Half of the Second Act of a Novel

Are you struggling to write the second half of the second act of your story? You already know there’s a Midpoint and the Dark Night of the Soul or the Second Plot Point, but you’re left wondering what to write between these two scenes. If this is a situation that’s all too familiar to you, the...

01/06/2025

Podcast: How to Write the Midpoint of a Novel

Is the middle of your story dragging? Are you halfway through writing your manuscript and not sure where to go from there? In this episode, I will share the necessary ingredients for a great midpoint as well as five tips on how to write the midpoint of a novel.

30/05/2025

Podcast: How to Stop Procrastinating and Get Out of that Writing Slump

I’m super excited to announce that I’ve finally stopped procrastinating and overcome my writing slump. Yay! Before I share seven tips on how to stop procrastinating and get out of that writing slump, I want to share with you a recent experience I had while writing the first draft of my crime thr...

28/05/2025

15 Inspirational Podcasts for Writers and Self-Published Authors to Subscribe to Right Now

These days it seems everyone has a podcast. Thanks to this increase in content it’s become harder to find the right podcast for you. So, what are the best podcasts for writers and self-published authors? I guess that depends on your goals. Before you roll your eyes and click away, I’ve done the ...

26/05/2025

Podcast: Writing Fiction, Non-fiction, and Dabbling with Dictation

In this week’s episode of the Behind the Scene’s Podcast Diary, I discuss writing fiction and non-fiction and dabbling with voice diction. I also get honest about mindset and my struggles with the midpoint slump.