Indie Author Roadmap Podcast
The Indie Author Roadmap Podcast is hosted by Rachel Morton and Rob Radcliffe — two prolific indie authors who aim to help you with your author career...
The Indie Author Roadmap Podcast is hosted by Rachel Morton and Rob Radcliffe — two prolific indie authors who aim to help you with your author career...
Episodes

4 days ago
Ep 92: The Author Business
4 days ago
4 days ago
52 min
In this episode, Rachel Morton and The Reluctant Writer discuss the realities of social media, book marketing, and the use of AI in publishing. They share practical tips, personal experiences, and insights into building author communities and managing the business side of writing.
4 days ago
52 min

Sep 30, 2026
Ep 91: Sold Out!
Sep 30, 2026
Sep 30, 2026
43 min
Rachel Morton and Rob Radcliffe discuss their recent achievements, upcoming conference plans, writing projects, and the impact of AI on publishing. They share insights into their creative processes, conference preparations, and thoughts on industry changes.
Sep 30, 2026
43 min

Sep 23, 2026
Ep 90: Northern Indie Author Summit
Sep 23, 2026
Sep 23, 2026
55 min
In this episode, we explore the upcoming author conference, discussing speaker lineups, event logistics, community building, and the role of AI in writing. Join us for insights on how to make the most of networking, marketing, and community engagement in the writing world.
Haven't yet got a ticket for the conference?
Check out: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/northern-indie-author-summit-tickets-1985983497101
Sep 23, 2026
55 min

Sep 17, 2026
Ep 89: Marketing Organically
Sep 17, 2026
Sep 17, 2026
1 hr 7 min
In this episode, Rob Radcliffe and Rachel Morton discuss the realities of writing, the impact of family and health on productivity, and the exciting potential of AI in creative work. They share personal stories, insights into organic marketing, and explore the future of AI in media and entertainment. They share insights on organic marketing, TikTok strategies, and how to effectively promote books and engage audiences without heavy investment. They discuss practical tips, success stories, and the importance of consistency and authenticity in content creation.
Join Rachel's 100 day writing challenge: https://www.skool.com/indie-author-leaning-base-9154/100-days-of-writing-day-one-yay-and-were-off
Join A.P Beswick's 40 day organic marketing challenge: https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=e347024eac5142f7adeb82c5118a4913
Sep 17, 2026
1 hr 7 min

Sep 9, 2026
Ep 88: Starting Out As An Author
Sep 9, 2026
Sep 9, 2026
1 hr 9 min
In this episode, Rachel Morton and Rob Radcliffe share insights on starting over in writing, building a community, and the importance of strategic planning for authors. They discuss practical tips for new authors, the value of series, and how to leverage social media effectively. In this episode they also discuss the latest trends and practical tips for indie authors, including AI tools for cover design and editing, pre-order strategies, conference planning, and managing Amazon and KDP accounts.
Sign up to chat to Vinci at The Northern Indie Author Summit: https://calendly.com/rachelmortonauthor/vinci
Sep 9, 2026
1 hr 9 min

Sep 2, 2026
Ep 87: Can you write a quality first draft?
Sep 2, 2026
Sep 2, 2026
1 hr 18 sec
In this episode, we explore the realities of writing, editing, and publishing books, discussing the importance of quality drafts, the impact of book length on sales, and strategies for effective marketing and event planning.
Join Rachel in her 100 days writing challenge: https://www.skool.com/indie-author-leaning-base-9154
Join A.P Beswick in his 40 day Social Media Growth Challenge: https://www.skool.com/novel-gains-1247/about?ref=e347024eac5142f7adeb82c5118a4913
Need a ticket to The Northern Indie Author Summit? Check it out here: https://www.indieauthorlaunchlab.com/iamanchester
Sep 2, 2026
1 hr 18 sec

Aug 27, 2026
Ep 86: Creating a publishing studio
Aug 27, 2026
Aug 27, 2026
57 min
In this episode, Rachel and Rob discuss the latest developments in AI-powered writing tools, platform building, and upcoming author events. They share insights into creating efficient workflows, marketing strategies, and innovative publishing solutions.
Sign up to Rachel's 100 day writing challenge here: https://www.skool.com/indie-author-leaning-base-9154
Aug 27, 2026
57 min

Aug 19, 2026
Ep 85: In Person Selling
Aug 19, 2026
Aug 19, 2026
1 hr 2 min
In this episode, Rachel Morton and Rob Radcliffe discuss the latest trends in AI writing, author events, and marketing strategies for indie authors. They share insights on AI tools, organizing reader events, and building author-reader connections.
Aug 19, 2026
1 hr 2 min

Aug 12, 2026
Ep 84: We're Back
Aug 12, 2026
Aug 12, 2026
53 min
After three weeks off the air, Rachel Morton and Rob Radcliffe are back, discussing their recent activities, book publishing, marketing strategies, and upcoming conference plans, providing valuable insights for authors and indie publishers.
Aug 12, 2026
53 min

Jul 16, 2026
Ep 83: The Baby Author
Jul 16, 2026
Jul 16, 2026
56 min
In this episode, Rebecca Dale shares her journey as a debut indie dark romance author from Yorkshire, discussing her writing process, marketing strategies, and experiences with Kickstarter and audiobook production. Rachel Morton and Rob Radcliffe explore the realities of indie publishing, community support, and the importance of staying focused amidst shiny distractions.
If you would like to come to Rachel and Rob's Indie Author Conference in November, co-hosted with Indie Author Truth Bomb host Steve Kelly, check it out below!
www.iamanchester.com
If you are interested in our guest author, Rebecca Dale's Kickstrarter Campaign, then check it out HERE...
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/878137837/the-ashes-of-summer-special-edition-dark-romance-hardbacks
Jul 16, 2026
56 min





