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Romancing the Story: Writing Romance, Storytelling, and Business of Books

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Ep 60 - Re-assessing Successful Writer Goals with Kathryn McClatchy 1:03:25

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"....We need time to think. We need time to research, and we need time to be creative. And so that has to go into our calendar as well." Back in episode 42, Writer, speaker, and social media consultant Kathryn McClatchy provided ways to create realistic, achievable goals and put the right timeframes in place. Over six months later, we're doing a re…

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Ink and Impact - Writing, Publishing, & Book Marketing for Christian Writers

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The 4 Ps of Successful Self-Publishing (Ep.62) 21:29

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Did you know that while booksellers are buying about 250 to 300 titles a month (if they're a large seller), there are almost 1 million new, traditionally published books and, on top of that, 2-3 million self-published books produced every year in the United States alone? That is a lot of competition, my friend. So how can you make your book stands …

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Yes, You Should Attend the KY Christian Writers Conference - Here's Why (with Gregg Bridgeman, Ep. 61) 30:48

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In this episode, you'll learn not only about the Kentucky Christian Writers Conference and why you should attend, but special guest Gregg Bridgeman also shares some excellent tips for how to best prepare for a conference AND key insights about the challenges we Christian writers face in today's culture. Also, I announce that the Ink and Impact podc…

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Ep 59 - Creating Compelling External Conflict for a Captivating Story with Susan Sheehey 44:34

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"...What drives the conflict most are the character's goals and motivations. So you have to ask 'what is the main character's top goal in life and the focus of the story?'..." Author and Developmental Editor, Susan Sheehey writes compelling stories by embracing flaws, loving imperfections, and building external conflict. She reminds us of the great…

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How to Write a Book that Offers Hope and Makes a Difference with James H. Belt (Ep.60) 40:05

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You have a message to share. But how you can do it in a way that offers hope and makes a difference in the lives of your readers? Today's guest, author James H. Belt III, joins me and shares the approach he took to do this - and the lessons he learned along the way - when writing his new book, Hope Realized. Be assured: No matter your message, you,…

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Self-Check for Writers: 4 Things to Evaluate as You Write Your Book (Ep.59) 7:47

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On today's episode, Dalene Bickel shares a self-check for writers: four things you should consider throughout every stage of your writing life, not just when you’re embarking on a new project or entering a new calendar year. Can you guess what they are? You just might be surprised! Listen in to discover if you’re correct … and if any of them resona…

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The Best Ways to Land Media Coverage for Your Self-Published Book with Jason Jones (Ep.58) 43:53

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Do you want to get word out about your self-published book? If so, you'll want to land media coverage in outlets such as newspapers, podcasts, radio, and television. But getting those coveted interview spots isn't always easy. That's why I invited Jason Jones, founder of Jones Literary (a PR firm for authors and publishers), to come on Ink and Impa…

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Book Industry Update: What Authors Need to Know (Ep.57) 18:50

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Whew - I cover a lot of important info in today's book industry update! Tune in to learn about: Recent Christian Bookstore Sales Data, Foreign Market Opportunities, KDP Changes, The New Book Rating System in Texas I'd love to hear your thoughts about what is shared in this episode - select from the options below to connect with me! Prefer to read t…

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6 Steps to Setting Up an Email List and Growing Your Platform (Ep.56) 25:38

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Today's episode concludes the Author Summer School series by sharing 6 Steps to Setting Up an Email List and Growing Your Platform. Whether you're just starting out as a writer or are already an established author, this episode will ensure your email list is set up correctly AND help you reach - and attract - new readers. Share this with a fellow w…

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How to Start an Author Blog (Ep.55) 20:06

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This week I'm continuing my Author Summer School series, and today we're specifically talking about the benefits of blogging, how to start an author blog, and how to market an author blog. Lots of tips are coming your way, so if you are, driving or exercising or somewhere that you can't take notes, don't worry. Just be sure to go to the blog at ink…

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Ep 58 - Scoring Goals and Soccer Romance with Liz Lincoln and Lainey Davis 44:25

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"My book, A Beautiful Game, was...a love story and also, a love story about soccer and playing soccer." Liz Lincoln and Lainey Davis score goals when it comes to soccer romance. Both ladies write other kinds of sports romance, but in honor of the World Cup, we chat making soccer (or football!) romance accessible to the masses, writing from althetic…

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Ink and Impact - Writing, Publishing, & Book Marketing for Christian Writers

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Build an Effective Author Website in 10 Steps (Ep.54) 22:17

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Hey there, fellow pen pusher! The Author Summer School Series continues here on the podcast. Today I'm sharing how you can build an effective author website in 10 steps, whether you plan to build it yourself or hire a web designer. Already have a website? Wonderful! But you’ll still want to follow along to make sure you’re not overlooking any key c…

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Ep 57 - How to Launch Yourself as an Author before Publishing with Danika Bloom 53:05

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"Being a pre-published author is to know exactly what your expectations are of yourself and of your writing...Like is this a career for you or do you just have that one story...?" Danika Bloom, USA Today bestselling romance author, coaches authors like she used to coach small business owners. She empowers and creates a community, so authors don't w…

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Is It Time to Publish Your Book? with Rick McKinney (Ep.53) 31:44

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Not sure if it's time to publish your book? Listen in to today's episode where you’ll learn: what led Rick and Jane McKinney to walk across America almost 20 years ago, why they waited until now to publish a book about it, and how the lessons they learned along their trek and throughout the writing and publishing of their book can benefit your auth…

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2 Important Things Authors Tend to Dismiss 15:32

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You're excited to write your book, so you immediately start typing. That's a good thing, right? Yes, but in your eagerness, you might be overlooking or dismissing two critical things that should be done at the outset of your author journey. Listen in to today's episode to discover 2 Important Things Authors Tend to Dismiss, why they're important, a…

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Ep 56 - The Power of Voice: Dictating your way to Better Writing with Heidi McCahan 40:02

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"...Dictating helps me get to the emotional level of my characters a little easier than if I was handwriting or typing on my laptop. It's just for me, dictation takes away a little bit of a barrier..." Heidi McCahan had an interesting path to becoming a Harlequin author and found a smart way to create leverage in writing multiple books a year - dic…

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6 Things Every Author Needs (Ep.51) 21:27

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Do you have these 6 things every author needs? Today's episode kicks off what I'm calling my Author Summer School series. Now through the end of July, I'm going to be focusing primarily on the fundamentals of authorship and the practical things you need to put in place. Whether you're an aspiring author needing step-by-step guidance or an establish…

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Ep 55 - Cowboy Romance and Emotional Character Arcs with Kayla Grosse 41:08

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"...I really wanted all my characters to have this nice arc...They start at point A and then they're sort of figuring their way through it as the book goes on." Kayla Grosse can't help but write compelling characters with depth - which propelled her previous romance book into a bestseller. Now her cowboy romance, Reign Me In, rides highs and lows a…

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How to Do the Thing (i.e., write your book) with Rebecca George (Ep.50) 31:11

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Wondering how to do the thing ... that is, write your book? Unsure what to expect throughout the writing and publishing process? If so, then be sure to listen to this episode of the Ink and Impact podcast in which Rebecca George and I discuss her experience writing and publishing her recently released book, Do the Thing: Gospel-Centered Goals, Gump…

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Ep 54 - Planning a Successful Book Launch with Carolyn Choate 48:59

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"...when you can bring your creative brain to marketing, it explodes. There's so much great opportunity to be creative in marketing and think outside the box and try new things." Author and Speaker Carolyn Choate hosts The Financially Free Author Show and has been imbedded in the indie publishing world since the wild west of ebook publishing when K…

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Are You Comparing More than Sharing? 5 Marketing Strategies for Authors (Ep.49) 17:15

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Today I’m keeping it real by talking about comparison, specifically how it hinders us and what we can do to combat it, plus 5 ways that Jesus models effective marketing for our God-given messages. Ready? Listen in! Would you rather read the blog version? Go to the website. Looking for a Christian writing group? Join the Inkwell Collective! Follow D…

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Ep 53 - Evolving and Embracing Change as a Creator with Bree Unabashedly 57:04

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"We're pretty good at (the podcast)....I have to not be afraid of like stepping out of the intentions of what it looked like....Not being afraid to step out, to do something different. Owning that like "you're good at what you do". I feel like that's where I'm at right now. " Whether you are a romance writer, reader or content creator, Bree knows t…

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The Benefits of Starting a Podcast as an Author with Sarah Moffat 25:51

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Starting a podcast as an author offers some unique benefits that other types of marketing just can't replicate. And starting a podcast doesn't have to be difficult, either. However, it does require a bit of planning and effort. On today's episode of the Ink and Impact podcast, I'm joined by Sarah Moffat, a podcast manager and launch specialist. Tog…

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Ep 52 - A Long, Winding Path to Publishing with Megan Tady 44:10

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"We kinda get hit with these overnight success stories, whether it's a writer or anyone...but what I think we don't hear about as much is the actual real toil and grind and rejection that goes into so many books and to being an author." Author Megan Tady put a lot of editing and querying into her debut, Super Bloom, and has the book to prove it! We…

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What Is Your Motivation and Identity as a Writer? (Ep.47) 13:17

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In this episode of the Ink and Impact podcast, we look at how King David's desire to build a house for the Lord compares to our motivation to write today by asking ourselves 3 important questions. We also consider our identity as writers based on the names and titles we use. Plus, there's an important reminder about the current book giveaway! Enter…

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Ep 51 - How Rural Settings Shape Stories with E.F. Dodd 40:06

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"The city is a beautiful backdrop for (character's) to live their lives in. Whereas in a small town, it's really part of the story." Romance author E.F. Dodd holds a special place in her heart for rural settings and even set her latest book, A Higher Standard, in a small North Carolina town. We chat how specific settings influence your story and to…

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The Power of Story: Turning Personal Essays into a Published Book with Lori Ann Wood (Ep.46) 28:07

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Have you ever wondered if your story is worth writing? Are you aware that not every book has to be written in narrative form? Would you like a chance to win a free book? Have I caught your attention yet? 😀 On today's episode of the Ink and Impact podcast, author Lori Ann Wood joins me to share the backstory behind her new book, Divine Detour: The P…

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A Personal History Snapshot: Autobiography vs. Biography vs. Memoir vs. Genealogy 10:49

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Have you ever wondered what the differences are between autobiography, biography, memoir, and genealogy? Sometimes they overlap, but each has a distinct purpose. If you plan to write one of these genres - or are in the midst of writing one - do you know what to include ... or NOT to include? In honor of May being Personal History Awareness Month, I…

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Romancing the Story: Writing Romance, Storytelling, and Business of Books

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Ep 50 - Romance versus Erotica and Defining the Genre with Cassandra Rose Clarke 49:44

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"(For erotica) You have to have an escalation for how the s*x scenes build on each other, in that sense of things getting more and more serious." Cassandra Rose Clarke knows how to play with genres. She teaches writing classes across multiple genres and has written over 70 novels - working with official tie-in books like Star Trek, Halo, etc. We ch…

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Ink and Impact - Writing, Publishing, & Book Marketing for Christian Writers

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How to Create an Opt-in Offer (for Nonfiction Writers) 12:13

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It's Personal History Awareness Month! This fact led me to update my opt-in offer for individuals wanting to write their life stories, which in turn made me think that maybe I should do a podcast episode on how to create an opt-in offer. And here we are! Note that this episode differs from Episode 12 (How to Create and Distribute a Reader Magnet) i…

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Ep 49 - The Author Wheel and Foundations of Great Storytelling with Megan Haskell 44:26

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"If (writers) have a problem...we want to help you target that and take actionable steps. One step at a time (in) chunks so that you can actually move forward right away." Megan Haskell keeps author's stories rolling. Co-host of the Author Wheel podcast and fantasy writer, Megan delves into the importance of structuring writing time and finding the…

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Is Hybrid Publishing Right for You? with Amanda Waters (Ep.43) 30:33

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Have you ever wondered what the differences are between hybrid publishing and traditional publishing? Have you considered using a hybrid publisher, but weren't sure if they were legitimate or worth the investment? After all, there are a lot of author horror stories about them out there. The good news is that they're not all bad, and choosing one ju…

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Christian Book Month & Self-Publishing Income Brackets (Ep.42) 12:49

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Hey there, Pen Pusher. Welcome back! This week's episode is going to be a bit shorter than usual, but still valuable. Today, I'm going to share about Christian Book Month and reveal the potential financial differences between traditionally published authors and indie or self-published authors. I also want to invite you to join the Inkwell Collectiv…

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Book Marketing Strategies for Backlist Titles (Ep.41) 24:32

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In this episode of the Ink and Impact podcast, host Dalene Bickel offers practical tips for authors to promote their backlist books. She shares ideas from the free resource, "Backlist Book Promotion for Busy Authors," by Christian author assistant Amanda Geaney that provides a wealth of tips and strategies to help you continue to market your books …

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Overcoming Fear as a Writer with Jenn Hand (Ep.40) 25:49

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On today's episode of the Ink and Impact Podcast, I speak with author Jennifer Hand, whose most recent book is My Yes Is On the Table. We specifically talk about what it was like for her to say yes to writing a book and the different things that she experienced through her author journey that many of us as fellow writers can relate to. I think that…

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AI for Writers: The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly (Ep.39) 28:37

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In today's episode, I discuss AI for writers and how it's affecting the publishing industry. I wanted to really dig into this because while everyone else seems to be so excited about it and diving into it and touting all the benefits, I have a little hesitation about it. Not that I don't think that it should be used, but that we should be aware of …

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An Overlooked Genre: The Why & How of Writing Christian Middle-Grade Fiction with RM Ruiz (Ep.38) 32:03

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Whether you write middle-grade fiction or not, this episode is packed full of helpful insights and practical tips to benefit you throughout your author journey! Just a few of the topics covered in this episode include: Why middle-grade fiction is needed now more than ever, What happens when you invite God into the writing (and marketing) process, H…

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What Is Your Vision & Mission as an Author? (Ep.37) 15:55

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Today I discuss the foundation of our writing efforts. Without a vision and mission, the author life is much more difficult, and dare I say less fruitful. You might be thinking that a vision and mission statement are only for businesses. But guess what? Your writing is a business! If you plan to sell your book and earn money from it, you need to tr…

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5 Time & Mind Management Tips for Writers (Ep.36) 17:17

7M ago17:17

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Daylight Savings Time takes place this weekend in many portions of the United States. What will you do with your extra hour? If you're like me, you might be tempted to sleep in. But perhaps we could better utilize that hour, and our time in general, regardless of which equinox we’re in. So, today I’m going to share 5 time & mind management tips for…

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Relationship Building for Authors with Naomi Fata (Ep.35) 25:21

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How do you know if you’re called to write a book? What do you do when you feel like an imposter in your faith or as a writer? How do you develop a writing niche? Naomi Fata generously shares her personal experience in each of these areas, which all fall under one overarching theme: relationships - with Christ and others. Listen in to discover why r…

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Your Leadership Role as a Writer (Ep.34) 12:52

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Today we're talking about your leadership role as a writer and the ten characteristics that define leadership as they pertain to writers and authors. You don't want to miss it! Listen, read, and watch at inkandimpact.com. Learn more about The Inkwell Collective.Av Dalene Bickel

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Romancing the Story: Writing Romance, Storytelling, and Business of Books

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Ep 48 - Kissing and Killing: Romance and Murder hand-in-hand with Diane Kelly 58:13

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"You can have the emotion, the angst, and the personal intimate details of a romance, but you can also have the cerebral part of a mystery and solving clues..." Award-winning author Diane Kelly had a natural progression from romance writer to cozy mystery writer, and she's been mixing genres ever since. She discusses the difference between concocti…

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Book Cover and Interior Design Considerations (Ep.33) 30:43

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Since we celebrated Valentine’s Day earlier this week, I thought I’d play off of that theme and ask you: Are you in love with your book’s appearance? Even more importantly, do you know how to ensure that your target audience will fall in love with your cover and interior design? The most important marketing aspect of your book – whether ebook or pr…

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Ep 47 - Writing Multiple Subgenres in Romance with Lauren Smith 45:46

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"Write like a Reader. If you don't wanna read it, don't write it." USA Today Bestselling Author Lauren Smith has written 75 books in 8 years - spanning multiple sub-genres in romance. She fully understands the trials and tribulations that come with branding yourself under one author name, as well as using a pen name for a different sub-genre. She t…

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Publishing & Platform Pitfalls (Ep.32) 16:39

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Writers know they need to build a platform. But what is an author platform and why does it really matter? How do you even start to build a platform? Writing a book is much more than simply putting words on a page. In today's episode, Dalene Bickel discusses how platform and publishing go hand in hand and shares ways writers can begin to grow their …

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Ep 46 - Trope Thesaurus Romance Edition with Jennifer Hilt 50:33

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"You can bend the rules, but you need to know what they are first." USA Today Bestselling author Jennifer Hilt loves a good trope. So much so that she's written several books about it! In working with authors as a plotter and concept creator, she created and wrote the Trope Thesaurus, a writing reference book to help identify tropes and strengthen …

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How to Create a Book: 5 Critical Components (Ep.31) 22:52

8M ago22:52

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I'm kicking off Season 2 with a giveaway (free book, anyone?!) and practical advice to help you wrap your mind around the book creation process. Whether you’re planning to indie or traditionally publish, these 5 components are critical across the board. So be sure to stick around to the very end for full giveaway details and prepare to make an impa…

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Ep 45 - Writing while Working Full-Time with Lark Green 43:12

8M ago43:12

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Author Lark Green might be a nurse during the day, but she writes steamy monster romance at night. To deal with the stress of her job and a global crisis, she started writing her own HEA stories. She set a goal to have her debut, The Orc Boss, written and published in a year - all while working full-time in the medical field! We chat about what her…

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Ep 44 - Conquering Writing Challenges and Getting Unstuck with Holly Lyn Walrath 49:48

8M ago49:48

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WRITE WHAT YOU LOVE, LOVE WHAT YOU WRITE. That's Holly Lyn Walrath's motto. Holly is a writer, poet, editor, and publisher of Interstellar Flight Press and always finds new ways to challenge her writing. Her creativity allows her to think outside the box with poems and short stories; along with numerous methods on getting unstuck. She teaches writi…

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Ep 43 - Making a Cozy Mystery Cozy with Amber Royer 55:29

8M ago55:29

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Writing instructor and multi-genre author, Amber Royer, understands the heart of what makes a cozy mystery the perfect comfort read - community, characters, a little romance and a dash of murder mystery. She has done vast research on chocolate, occupations, and furry friends to bring her latest series - Bean to Bar - to life. Plus, we have an hones…

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