Writer's Chat

A cozy chat with Jack Stilborn, author of The Tyranny of Good Intentions , a humourous book about human nature, politics, and democracy’s smallest battleground. We talk about process, marketing, the economics of being an author, working for the government, how to get endorsements, Monty Python, policy writing vs. fiction writing, and why writing what you know results in a strong manuscript. Jack S...

Sitting down with Teri Stevens, author of Makenzie's Ring , a cozy middle-grade summer camp mystery about friendship, family, and the choices we make. We talk about process, writing in community, what it's like to hold your book for the first time, and the unending hustle of marketing. Teri Stevens devoured s’mores and creepy stories as a child during summer camp at Lake Tahoe, CA. Makenzie’s Ring...

A weekly podcast series, following the journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home by Alanna Rusnak. In this episode: I share the recording of my launch event, complete with a reading, fun tidbits, and a live music performance! Excerpts, deep thoughts, rambles, and shares. In this episode: Stay Social Water Scrivener Publisher Rocket WHEN THE TREES ALL BURNED POCKET ROCHELLE...

Sitting down with April Sunshine, author of Sparrow (Into the Grey Book 1), a cozy fantasy about identity, friendship, and the courage to choose your own path. We talk about process, what it's like to release a book when you're out of the country, support systems, what to look forward to in the series, and the trend of smut in fantasy. Toward the end, we opened our Zoom up to some of April's frien...

Sitting down with Nick Perry, author of Broken Water , the fascinating story of an atheist who wants to become a priest . We talk about the upcoming release of his debut novel, fostering a love of imagination and books in the young, the merits of a library, identity, Canada's role in literacy and so much more! Order your copy of his book: https://www.chickenhousepress.ca/bookstore/p/broken-water T...

On Wednesday, December 11, over a live Zoom event, the eight shortlisted writers from the Sticks & Stones anthology contest hosted by Blank Spaces Magazine and Chicken House Press each shared a portion of their selected stories and then learn together who was the grand prize winner of the $300+ cash prize. With special guests Nikki Berreth, Rose Camara, Andrea Marcelino, Cornelia Mars, Elizabe...

First Friday is all about telling a personal story from my own life in an effort to allow you to get to know the person behind Chicken House Press a little better. These First Friday stories began as blogs and are now evolving to include audio versions. This is a story about how a penpal taught me to be myself. You can expect a new mini story like this on the first Friday of every month. Theme mus...

Sitting down with Crystal Heidel, owner of Byzantium Sky Press and author of Still Life In Blood . We talk about perception, marketing, author expectations, reading for pleasure, capacity, self-doubt, reciprocal partnerships, being loud, the tension between being an author and a publisher, and so much more. This podcast is supported by Scrivener. Typewriter, ring-binder, Scrapbook. Scrivener combi...

First Friday is all about telling a personal story from my own life in an effort to allow you to get to know the person behind Chicken House Press a little better. These First Friday stories began as blogs and are now evolving to include audio versions. This is a story about a mistake I made (for love) and what it cost me. You can expect a new mini story like this on the first Friday of every mont...

A weekly podcast series, following the journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home by Alanna Rusnak. In this episode: where I’ve been, delivering a $100K presentation, crying over Joni Mitchell, beta readers, and taking up space. Excerpts, deep thoughts, rambles, and shares. In this episode: Scrivener Publisher Rocket FREE Recklessly Creative Workshop Joni Mitchell “Blue” Bla...

First Friday is all about telling a personal story from my own life in an effort to allow you to get to know the person behind Chicken House Press a little better. These First Friday stories began as blogs and are now evolving to include audio versions. This is a story about a performance art event and how it changed me . You can expect a new mini story like this on the first Friday of every month...

A weekly podcast series, following the journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home by Alanna Rusnak. In this episode: backing up your work, beta readers, author websites, imposter syndrome, and a little lullaby. Excerpts, deep thoughts, rambles, and shares. In this episode: Scrivener Publisher Rocket The Twelve Hour Writing Intensive Find all episodes and full show notes at t...

A weekly podcast series, following the journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home by Alanna Rusnak. In this episode: progress, accountability partners, projected goals, five year intentions, and my ideal freedom-based business. Excerpts, deep thoughts, rambles, and shares. In this episode: Lauren Best @laurenbest | Lauren’s Best Scrivener Red Brick Road Find all episodes and...

First Friday is all about telling a personal story from my own life in an effort to allow you to get to know the person behind Chicken House Press a little better. These First Friday stories began as blogs and are now evolving to include audio versions. This is a quick little tale about a station wagon, a kid on a bike, and the moment the two came together. You can expect a new mini story like thi...

A weekly podcast series, following the journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home by Alanna Rusnak. In this episode: new writing friends, what I'm learning, what is this podcast even for, and my new strategic approaching to this space PLUS a clip from a call with podcasting and vocal coach, Lauren Best. Excerpts, deep thoughts, rambles, and shares. In this episode: Lauren Be...

Sitting down with J.T. Maxwell, author of Red Brick Road , an irreverent, vulgar, hilarious, and moving romp through Oz. We talk about the upcoming release of his debut novel, the process of writing and querying, how to swear well, preparing for reviews, his book tour, and so much more! Order your copy of Red Brick Road through Chicken House Press. J.T. Maxwell has been a storyteller his whole lif...

A weekly podcast series, following the journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home by Alanna Rusnak. In this episode: exploring the site of an abandoned Cold War nuclear bunker. Excerpts, deep thoughts, rambles, and shares. In this episode: @mackgiles.realestate Scrivener Red Brick Road Children's Writing Workshops Find all episodes and full show notes at the mother ship ( ht...

A weekly podcast series, following the journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home by Alanna Rusnak. In this episode: what I learned on my writing retreat. Excerpts, deep thoughts, rambles, and shares. In this episode: Scrivener The Church in the Wildwood Red Brick Road Pet Sematary Stephen King on Writing Children's Writing Workshops Find all episodes at the mother ship ( ht...

First Friday is all about telling a personal story from my own life in an effort to allow you to get to know the person behind Chicken House Press a little better. These First Friday stories began as blogs and are now evolving to include audio versions. This is a quick little tale about when fifth grade me — just as the title suggests — spit in my crush’s face You can expect a new mini story like...

A weekly podcast series, following the journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home by Alanna Rusnak. In this episode: what I learned on my writing retreat. Excerpts, deep thoughts, rambles, and shares. Find all episodes at the mother ship ( https://www.chickenhousepress.ca/writers-chat-podcast ) or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Interested in supporting the writing jou...

A weekly podcast series, following the journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home by Alanna Rusnak. In this episode: what I learned on my writing retreat. Excerpts, deep thoughts, rambles, and shares. Find all episodes at the mother ship ( https://www.chickenhousepress.ca/writers-chat-podcast ) or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Interested in supporting the writing jou...

Sitting down with Rebecca Benison, author of Harvest Cruise , a gripping contemporary adult thriller. We talk about the release of her debut novel, the process of writing and querying, work/life/writing balance and boundaries, Parkinson's Law, promotion, and platform. Order your copy of Harvest Cruise through Chicken House Press. https://www.chickenhousepress.ca/bookstore/p/harvest-cruise

A weekly podcast series, following the journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home by Alanna Rusnak. In this episode: applying for writing grants. Excerpts, deep thoughts, rambles, and shares. Find all episodes at the mother ship ( https://www.chickenhousepress.ca/writers-chat-podcast ) or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Interested in supporting the writing journey? Wan...

First Friday is all about telling a personal story from my own life in an effort to allow you to get to know the person behind Chicken House Press a little better. These First Friday stories began as blogs and are now evolving to include audio versions. This is a quick little tale about a time I was “removed” from the grounds of a famous prison. You can expect a new mini story like this on the fir...

A weekly podcast series, following the journey of writing the fiction series The Path That Takes Us Home by Alanna Rusnak. In this episode: how to be an inventor of impossible things Excerpts, deep thoughts, rambles, and shares. Find all episodes at the mother ship ( https://www.chickenhousepress.ca/writers-chat-podcast ) or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Interested in supporting the writin...