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Writing a book is hard. Publishing it is even harder. Succeeding as an author? That’s practically wizardry. Good thing you don’t have to figure it all out alone. Pros Talking Prose is your backstage pass to the writing and publishing world, hosted by seasoned pros Stacey Smekofske and Troy Lambert. We’ll help you skip the mistakes, laugh through the chaos, and build the writing career you actually want without the smoke and mirrors. New episodes every week. Therapy not included — but highly encouraged.
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Wednesday Apr 30, 2025
Wednesday Apr 30, 2025
Think writing a book is the hard part? Try turning it into a full-time gig. In this no-fluff episode of Pros Talking Prose, publishing pros Stacey Smekofske and Troy Lambert break down the real work of running an author business. These 9 essential tips go beyond the basics, covering mindset, marketing, money, and more. If you're serious about building a lasting author career (and not just hoping your book goes viral), this is the episode you can't afford to skip. What it really takes to go pro Why it’s a business, not a lottery ticket How to make your author life sustainable Hosted by editor & publishing coach Stacey Smekofske of Edits by Stacey and author & book strategist Troy Lambert, this is the industry-insider advice most authors don’t hear until it’s too late. #AuthorLife #WritingTips #IndieAuthor #BookMarketing #SelfPublishing #authorbusiness #WritingCommunity #AmWriting #BookCoach #PublishingTips #FullTimeAuthor
Monday Apr 28, 2025
Monday Apr 28, 2025
AI isn’t coming for authors — it’s already here, typing away with suspiciously good grammar. In this episode, Stacey Smekofske and resident AI wrangler Troy Lambert pull back the curtain on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the writing world faster than you can say "Ctrl+Z."
Is it time to welcome your new robot coauthor with a high five? Or start hoarding canned goods and sharpening pencils like medieval weapons? Either way, you need to know what's happening — and how to ride the AI wave without wiping out.
Join us for an honest, hilarious, and slightly alarming conversation about the future of storytelling, creativity, and why your air fryer is probably safe. For now.
Monday Apr 28, 2025
Monday Apr 28, 2025
Ready for real talk about writing, publishing, and building a sustainable author career?
Pros Talking Prose brings you unfiltered advice, honest conversations, and plenty of laughs from industry pros Stacey Smekofske and Troy Lambert.
We cover the writing craft, the business side of books, and all the messy realities they don’t tell you about — with practical tips to help you thrive at every stage of your journey.
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