The Bestseller Experiment

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Join author and screenwriter Mark Stay with coach and entrepreneur Mark Desvaux, as they discover the secrets to writing a bestseller and challenge themselves and you to write, market and self-published a bestselling book in just one year. Each week, they are guided by and interview million-selling, chart-topping authors, publishers on the inside, editors, agents, social media specialists, and many more big names who play a part in the bestseller process. From the writing to marketing, plotting to publishing, learn the secrets to help you write your way to the top of the charts.

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  • CatrinBlair
    Super helpful
    Among my top five writing and publishing podcast plus I like the way the two Marks giggle!
  • Athena intheDAKS
    Inspirational
    I have been going through the episodes from the beginning and find this an essential resource. It’s also great fun.
  • Alexstrath1
    Mark & Mark are your gurus
    Mark and Mark treat the publishing journey as it should be - an experiment to try everything you can and learn from those who have made it work. Thank you!
  • ChelleVess
    Genuine and Encouraging
    The Bestseller Experiment is wonderful! Every episode is bursting with encouragement and writing advice, and the two Marks have a great sense of humor. They are serious about their craft but never too serious about themselves! They’re two of the most genuine and generous people I’ve come across. Even if you don’t need writing advice they have so many interviews with fantastic bestselling authors. I look forward to Mondays because of this podcast.
  • ZUrlocker
    Best podcast for writers
    I've listened to a lot of podcasts about writing and this is absolutely my favorite. Every podcast has practical information that you can use in your writing and it's loaded with stories about their own efforts to write a bestseller as well as interviews with many leading authors, editors, publishers. Plus these guys are fun! It feels like you're having a nice chat at the local pub.
  • Andi Cumbo-Floyd
    Loved the Politics Discussion
    So loved the discussion on the April 7 episode about whether authors should get political or not. Thought-provoking. Just love the info but also the tone of this podcast.
  • William J. G.
    Entertaining, Informative, and Supportive
    I came in late to the podcast missing the whole build up to the debut, but despite that I have enjoyed every information packed episode. If you are a writer looking for advice on getting to the next level, are looking for a support model to spur you on, enjoy listening to published authors talk about their writing process, or just like hearing a couple of guys banter back and forth, this is the podcast for you! These are two chaps I would love to toss a few pints back with at the local pub, if I lived in the U.K. that is.
  • Craterface
    My favorite writing podcast
    I came to the party a little late, but have binged my way through season one and LOVED IT. The two Marks are funny and witty while taking the listener on their journey to bestsellerdom. The guest they have on the show is fantastic. This show packs a TON of value in every episode.
  • EricRhysTaylor
    Entertaining and Educational
    Listening to the 10th episode and really love the series. Great guests and really useful and enlightening information. I get a strong motivational boost from hearing from other accomplished authors. The two Marks are pleasant to listen to and the episodes are wonderfully concise and well organized and delivered.
  • mo[re]vie[w]
    Brilliant!
    Great podcast, very useful and entertaining... happy to see that the podcast continues.
  • Cooksuite
    Keep Calm & Write On
    This podcast is clever ! Just listen - you will laugh - you will learn - you will like it !!!
  • Elvis654
    A blast and informative
    These two are just hysterical! It is a pleasure to spend my commute listening to them and it's great content. This a must listen podcast!
  • nerd-is-the-word
    Fun, useful podcast
    The hosts are insightful and fun to listen to. They interview some great guests and keep you updated with their writing progress as they try to put out a co-authored novel. I'm rooting for them!
  • Thrace22
    The Two Marks Are Fabulous!
    Love listening to these guys. They're full of jokes and great information with terrific guests to boot. They're been incredibly entertaining and so easy to listen to as I love those British accents. Mark 1 sounds a whole lot like Cary Elwes and Mark 2 says he can do a pretty decent Michael Caine, so hopefully he'll show that talent off soon. They have great interviews, very informative, and have a lot of fun entertaining and enlightening us. Definitely give this podcast a listen whether you're new or old to the writing and publishing experience. Lots to learn here.
  • TheMDThomas
    Entertaining AND resourceful
    In a quest to write, publish, and market a bestseller in a year, The Bestseller Experiment has created a podcast that is a fabulous listen and full of valuable information for both new writers and those who have been at it for years. I can't recommend it highly enough! The things I've learned from the podcast have reinvigorated my writing and I can't wait to learn more.
  • klmdhm15
    Bestseller experiment is a winner for writers!
    Repeatedly find @bestsellerxp a fascinating listen. Great guests but also great questions. Something for every writer. K.L. Murphy
  • Hopefulscribe
    Excellent
    What better way to stay motivated than by listening to this podcast. The interviews are great and hearing how the two Marks are trying to put all the advice into their own bestseller keeps me plugging away at my own writing. I wait impatiently each week for the next episode.
  • Iphone 5My old
    Incredible
    This is a great podcast if you are writing a novel or thinking about writing one. It provides invaluable knowledge. After each episode I'm inspired and excited about continuing my project.
  • JBNJ007
    Tremendous value
    I've been in publishing for 30 years as editor, publisher, author, and consultant and love this podcast. I will be recommending it to others. Good interviews. Upbeat tone. Good advice. Bravo Mark1 and Mark2.
  • elenawot
    Fantastic
    Very intelligent writers giving advice on craft, editing, publishing. Great guests. Addicted!
  • octo900
    Mr
    Brilliant idea by brilliant people with brilliant friends to interview every week. Indispensable!
  • Skarloe
    Top stuff
    These guys are brilliant - both have very pleasant voices and are very clear, concise speakers. This show plainly has brilliant potential, if the first guest/interview should be at all indicative of future episodes. Easy listening, great production quality, and very informative.
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