Self-Publishing and Storytelling with Jay Ingleston | Buying Local S3E42

In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, host Mike Nelson welcomes back author and storyteller Jay Ingleston for an in-depth conversation about his new book Only So Many Times, the creative process behind self-publishing, and the personal stories of family, fatherhood, and resilience that inspire his writing. Jay also shares insights into his journey as a writer, his experiences with Kindle Direct Publishing, and how moments from everyday life have shaped his work and perspective.

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00:00 – Welcome & introductions
02:30 – Jay’s journey into publishing with Kindle Direct Publishing
05:15 – Early podcasting struggles & lessons learned
07:30 – Jay’s upcoming wedding and life updates
10:00 – Inspiration behind Jay’s latest book Only So Many Times
13:20 – Family stories and life lessons from Jay’s grandfather
17:00 – Life on tugboats and canal adventures
20:10 – Reflections on big families and changing times
23:00 – How Jay began writing and his early influences
27:30 – The push to finally publish his first book
30:45 – Challenges of self-publishing and formatting
34:10 – Behind the cover design of Only So Many Times
36:00 – The meaning of fleeting moments with children
39:00 – Vulnerability in writing and overcoming imposter syndrome
41:15 – Jay’s TikTok presence and 59k+ followers
44:00 – Farming life: pigs, chickens, and turkeys
47:30 – Funny family moments caught on video
50:00 – Jay’s daughter, wrestling, and women in sports
52:30 – Where to find Jay’s books and Amazon rankings
55:00 – Upcoming projects, including Echoes in the Walls
57:00 – Reflections on creativity, goals, and legacy