The Grumpy Sunshine Podcast
A one-stop shop for all things indie author-related, self-publishing tips, and advice from both an editor and a self-published author.
Join Laura (indie editor) and Kate (indie author) as they discuss the wonderful world of Bookstagram, being a self-published author, and everything in between.
Podcasting since 2025 • 15 episodes
The Grumpy Sunshine Podcast
Latest Episodes
Exploring Mythical Creatures in Fantasy with H.A Walker
In this episode Kate & Laura welcome indie author H.A. Walker to discuss the world of mythical creatures in fantasy literature. They explore Hayley's journey into writing fantasy, the duality of dragons and unicorns, and why unicorns are of...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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42:13
All Things Indie Bookstores with Alisha from Tales and Tomes
This week on the pod we have our first indie bookstore discussion. With Alisha from Tales and Tomes.Tales and Tomes is an indie book store that has had so much success as an online store, it is now getting a physical store. Alisha talks ...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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35:13
Reading Habits with Kate & Laura
In episode 13, Kate and Laura talk about their reading habits, from childhood to now. Talking all things fairy tales, first loves of romance and favourite re-reads. This episode is a cosy one. Grab a cup of coffee and ca...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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29:15
What I Wish I Knew as a Debut Author, with Rachel O'Rourke
In this episode, Kate and Laura chat with Rachel O'Rourke, a self-published author who has released four books and is in the midst of writing her first trilogy. The discussion centres on certain aspects of self-publishing that Rachel and Kate w...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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44:26
Balancing Corporate Life, Author Life, and a Social Life: with Olivia Fenwick
Corporate girl by day, swoonworthy romance author by night, Olivia Fenwick is with us this week to discuss her search for the elusive work/life/ writing balance.In episode 11, we discuss how, as an author, it's important to make t...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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49:24