The Indy Author Podcast

Matty Dalrymple (DAL-rim-ple) podcasts, writes, speaks, and consults on the writing craft and the publishing voyage as The Indy Author. She has written books on the business of short fiction and podcasting for authors, and her articles have appeared in Writer’s Digest magazine. She is a member of the Alliance of Independent Authors.Matty is also the author of the Lizzy Ballard Thrillers, beginning with ROCK PAPER SCISSORS; the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels, beginning with THE SENSE OF DEATH; and the Ann Kinnear Suspense Shorts, including CLOSE THESE EYES. She is a member of International Thriller Writers and Sisters in Crime.

Writing Pivots and the Power of Humility with Kevin Tumlinson - #283
Apr 15, 2025 – 44:23
Unlocking the Power of Book Reviews with Rossana Corniel - #282
Apr 8, 2025 – 41:31
Using Relevance to Save Your Darlings with Liesel Hill
Apr 1, 2025 – 33:53
Insider Tips from Writing Contest Judges with Clay Stafford - #280
Mar 25, 2025 – 52:13
LinkedIn Strategies for Authors with Troy Lambert - #279
Mar 18, 2025 – 43:41
The Perks and Pitfalls of Facebook Ads with Malorie Cooper - #278
Mar 11, 2025 – 47:05
Book Promotion and How to Break through the Noise with Leah Paulos - #277
Mar 4, 2025 – 45:05
Navigating Legal Risk in Memoir with Kathryn Goldman - #276
Feb 25, 2025 – 47:07
Getting Unstuck in Book Marketing and Promotion with Michael La Ronn - #275
Feb 18, 2025 – 53:21
Elevating Your Presence with Panel Appearances with Joanne McLaughlin - #274
Feb 11, 2025 – 30:51
Showrunning Your Series Novels with Cheryl McKay - #273
Feb 4, 2025 – 45:57
The Evolving Author and Second Editions with Joanna Penn - #272
Jan 28, 2025 – 54:03
Tapping into Your Author Voice with Tiffany Yates Martin - #271
Jan 14, 2025 – 45:23
Author Assistants: Finding One or Being One with Kate Tilton - #270
Jan 7, 2025 – 38:55
The Discipline-Driven Path to Success with Dre Baldwin - #269
Dec 31, 2024 – 38:03
What Authors Should Not Learn from Movies with Rene Gutteridge - #268
Dec 17, 2024 – 44:23
Using Romance to Write Stories with Heart with Jennifer Probst - #267
Dec 10, 2024 – 46:41
Timeless Storytelling Principles with Douglas Vigliotti - #266
Dec 3, 2024 – 44:25
Connecting and Captivating with Author Readings with Gary Zenker - #265
Nov 19, 2024 – 52:35
Building Your Brand through Networking with Dale L. Roberts - #264
Nov 12, 2024 – 35:57
Collaborate and Create with Michael La Ronn - #263
Nov 5, 2024 – 53:59
Combating and Tapping into Imposter Syndrome with Diane Vallere - #262
Oct 29, 2024 – 36:31
Navigating Collaborative Storytelling with Todd Fahnestock - #261
Oct 22, 2024 – 35:45
Four Pillars of Author Success with Emma Dhesi - #260
Oct 15, 2024 – 46:29
Working Harder, Working Smarter with Diane Vallere - #259
Oct 8, 2024 – 58:15
Getting the Word Out: Media Campaigns for Authors with Marie Whittaker - #258
Oct 1, 2024 – 46:53
Book Sponsorships with Dale L. Roberts - #257
Sep 24, 2024 – 40:31
Lessons from the Nomadic Author with Nicholas Harvey - #256
Sep 17, 2024 – 45:53
From Page to Platform: How to Succeed as an Author Speaker - Part 2 with Michael La Ronn - #255
Sep 10, 2024 – 43:17
From Page to Platform: How to Succeed as an Author Speaker - Part 1 with Michael La Ronn - #254
Sep 3, 2024 – 41:25
Navigating the Worlds of Fiction and Film with Rene Gutteridge - #253
Aug 27, 2024 – 54:07
Strategic Website Planning for Authors with Pauline Wiles - #252
Aug 20, 2024 – 58:09
Strategic Self-Doubt and the Indie Mindset with Diane Vallere - #251
Aug 13, 2024 – 48:26
From Firearms to Fiction with Chris Grall - #250
Aug 6, 2024 – 46:30
How to Keep Non-Fiction Fresh with Anna Featherstone - #249
Jul 30, 2024 – 41:47
Constructing a Multi-Layered Villain with Greta Boris - #248
Jul 23, 2024 – 47:21
Newsletter Marketing as a Creative Endeavor with Roz Morris - #247
Jul 16, 2024 – 45:31
The Secrets of World-Building: It’s the Small Stuff with Timons Esaias - #246
Jul 9, 2024 – 47:55
Co-Authoring Fiction with LynDee Walker and Bruce Coffin - #245
Jul 2, 2024 – 54:48
Understanding Your Book's Neighborhood with Nat Connors - #244
Jun 25, 2024 – 55:27
Mistakes Writers Make about Forensic Psychology with Katherine Ramsland - #243
Jun 18, 2024 – 56:47
Uncovering Your Author Purpose with Greta Boris and Megan Haskell - #242
Jun 11, 2024 – 46:02
Mistakes Writers Make About Working K-9s and How to Avoid Them with Kathleen Donnelly - #241
Jun 4, 2024 – 53:29
The Sales Flywheel with Chelle Honiker - #240
May 28, 2024 – 43:52
Moving the Needle to a Different Track with Johnny B. Truant - #239
May 21, 2024 – 46:04
The Big Indie Author Data Drop 2024 with Melissa Addey - #238
May 14, 2024 – 48:47
Creating Your Own Community with Jessie Kwak - #237
May 7, 2024 – 38:30
Creating Character Motivation: The Fallacy of Magical Knowing with Tiffany Yates Martin - #236
Apr 30, 2024 – 45:29
The Source Code of Storytelling with Rob Hart - #235
Apr 23, 2024 – 34:09
The Pocket Guide to Pantsing with Michael La Ronn - #234
Apr 16, 2024 – 46:31

Recent Reviews

Shana Gorian

Validated!

I’ve been listening to this show for months now and have always enjoyed it, but Michael La Ronn’s wonderful interview about discovery writing using the style called cycling made me stop in my tracks! This is exactly my writing process and I always thought I was the only one using this method. Felt very validated and will be looking for his new book on the subject. Great podcast! Subscribe to it now!
M. R. Saferstein

Delightful and informative

As a guest on The Indy Author podcast, I was delighted with Matty Dalymple’s easy style of interviewing. I love how in each episode, she engages in conversation and asks excellent questions. The variety of authors she speaks with offers the listeners something for everyone! I highly recommend this podcast.
KM Clark

A new author must listen!

Very helpful content, especially for this new author, as she’s meeting me where I am in this process—very helpful, useful and easy to understand. Lots of good tips in this highly contextual business. I don’t feel as alone. Thank you!