Behind the Publisher's Desk with Colin Mustful

By Exploring the art and business of storytelling.

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Welcome to Behind the Publisher’s Desk with Colin Mustful, a podcast that pulls back the curtain on the world of independent publishing. As an author, editor, and publisher, Colin shares candid insights into the daily realities of running a press, working with authors, and building a career in storytelling. In each ten-minute episode, you’ll discover practical lessons, hard-earned experiences, and behind-the-scenes perspectives on the challenges and rewards of publishing. Whether you’re an aspiring author, a fellow publisher, or simply curious about the business of books, this podcast offers a thoughtful look at the industry from the other side of the desk.

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Episode Date
Office Hours with Colin Mustful and Melissa Makarewicz
Feb 27, 2026
Behind the Publisher's Desk
Feb 26, 2026
Craft Over Convenience: Why I’m Writing My Next Novel by Hand
Feb 22, 2026
Behind the Publisher's Desk
Feb 12, 2026
Behind the Publisher's Desk
Jan 22, 2026
Office Hours
Jan 09, 2026
Behind the Publisher's Desk
Jan 08, 2026
Office Hours with Colin Mustful and Melissa Makarewicz
Dec 26, 2025
Behind the Publisher’s Desk
Dec 19, 2025
Office Hours with Colin Mustful and Melissa Makarewicz
Dec 12, 2025
Juggling Deadlines: A Publisher’s November Update
Nov 26, 2025
Behind the Publisher's Desk
Nov 06, 2025
Behind the Publisher's Desk
Oct 19, 2025
Empowering Women Writers: A Conversation with Liisa Kovala
Oct 09, 2025
From Hustle to Profit: Strategizing for Sustainable Publishing
Oct 01, 2025
Beyond Growth: Building a Steady Future for History Through Fiction
Sep 16, 2025
Behind the Publisher's Desk
Aug 28, 2025
Building Momentum: Updates on the History Through Fiction Conference
Aug 22, 2025
Lighting the Way: Courtney Maum on Demystifying Publishing and Supporting Writers
Aug 20, 2025
Behind the Publisher's Desk
Jul 30, 2025
A Writing Revolution: Planning the History Through Fiction Conference
Jul 17, 2025
Behind the Publisher's Desk: Updates from History Through Fiction
Jul 03, 2025
Spotlight on Stories: Let's Talk About Our Books!
Jun 17, 2025
A Publisher's Hustle: Behind the Scenes at History Through Fiction
Jun 04, 2025
Inside the Publication Process: Navigating Challenges on the Road to Release
May 15, 2025
Behind the Scenes at History Through Fiction
Apr 29, 2025
Demystifying Royalties: Behind the Publisher's Desk
Apr 10, 2025
Crafting Your Path
Mar 31, 2025
Embracing Rejection: Lessons from a Literary Loser
Mar 12, 2025
Desk Diaries: Updates from History Through Fiction
Feb 23, 2025
From Historian to Storyteller
Feb 12, 2025
Building Bridges: Authors and Publishing Industry Professionals Unite
Feb 04, 2025
The Amalfi Curse by Sarah Penner
Jan 28, 2025
From Idealism to Innovation: Publishing with a Purpose
Jan 21, 2025
Behind the Scenes: A Day in the Life of Colin Mustful
Jan 14, 2025
Navigating the Publishing Maze
Jan 07, 2025