Podcast
November 18, 2025
The Written Word Podcast
A podcast for authors who want to build lasting success — not just quick wins.
The Written Word Podcast is your trusted source for book marketing insights, publishing trends, and honest conversations about what really works for authors today.
Hosted by Ricci Wolman and Ferol Vernon, co-owners of Written Word Media, each episode pulls back the curtain on proven strategies and evolving tools that help indie and traditionally published authors grow their readership.
“Our mission has always been to support authors with effective marketing solutions and honest guidance,” says Ricci. “This podcast is a natural extension of that.”
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Practical, actionable advice for every stage of your author journey.
From first-time writers to seasoned pros, the Written Word Podcast helps you make informed, confident marketing decisions.
Expect conversations that cover:
- How to run successful email promotions
- Building and nurturing your email list
- Data-backed insights from major publishing events
- Author FAQs and marketing myths — busted
- Tools, trends, and inspiration for long-term growth
Ferol and Ricci know that authors are hungry for clarity, encouragement, and actionable advice, and that is exactly what The Written Word Podcast delivers.
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Meet Your Hosts:
Ricci Wolman
Ricci Wolman is the founder and CEO of Written Word Media. Ricci has over 15 years experience in online marketing and remembers when Facebook and Twitter were considered “new frontiers” in marketing. Ricci is passionate about using her marketing powers for good. She is an avid reader, and feels lucky to be working with authors and readers every day. Ricci holds an MBA from Harvard (but hopes you won’t hold that against her). Ricci is mom to two wonderful kids and a fluffy bunny. Her favorite things, outside of her family, are reading, dancing, hiking and hanging with friends.
Ferol Vernon
Ferol is the COO of Written Word Media. He holds an MBA from Duke University with a focus on technology and entrepreneurship. Ferol is honored to have served independent creatives, first musicians and now writers, for the last 13 years. When not at work you can find Ferol running trails, drawing cartoons, reading science fiction or hanging out with his family. His mission at Written Word Media is driving laser-focused operational excellence, building bulletproof processes, and delivering efficient technology solutions for Authors and Publishers.
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