Write, Publish, Repeat: How to Turn Your Art from a Hobby into a Real Business Live Podcast with Johnny Truant, Sean Platt & David Wright
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That was so great. Can’t wait to check out their podcast regularly. Total mojo.
This guys make my day, I love learning about self publishing and have fun at the same time!
Excellent information, and freaking hilarious! You guys were on your best behavior, too.
Is that a good apple?
So terrible. That’s why I invited you guys to join IndieReCon. 😛
We’d be disappointed if they were any different 😉