The Sample Chapter Podcast

Episode 234 brings a unique new story with indie comic creator, J.P. Plack! We're discussing why/how to audition artists, finding your story voice, why the early 20th century is the most fascinating era, and what is eudaimonia? Noirlem & JP Plack on Indiegogo Noirlem on Amazon & Barnes & Noble JP Plack YouTube & Twitter Writer's Block Coffee (use code SampleChapter for 10% 0ff!) Pop Goes the Cultu...

We're back with episode 233 and special guest author, Erick Mertz! Erick is a paranormal mystery author, writing consultant, ghostwriter, and podcaster, and we're discussing all this in the episode. We're also talking about dealing with setbacks,  the world of ghostwriting, and writing a series. Erick Mertz Linktree site Forgotten Shadows in Bookfunnel The Strange Air series on Amazon Writer Craft...

An old friend of the show, Brian W. Peterson, returns for episode 232! In this episode, we're discussing series bibles, cliffhangers vs a satisfying ending, fan films, and his new book, The Nova Quadrant! Brian W Peterson's website The Nova Quadrant on Amazon Brian's previous episodes,  65 "Wager of Death" and 187 "Paper Doll" Brian on Facebook & Twitter Writer's Block Coffee (use code SampleChapt...

Award-winning Urban Fantasy author, Dennis K Crosby is our excellent guest for episode 231 of the show! It's a fabulous discussion about capturing moments of authenticity, celebrating success both in work and life, the importance of writer's groups, and how he uses his background as a Private Investigator in his writing! All this plus a short, deep dive into our favorite cigars are just a click aw...

Episode 230 brings to us a truly multi-faceted author and podcaster, Valerie Ihsan! Listen in as we have a heartfelt discussion on grieving, finding your voice, the perfect writing day, and a glimpse at her newest book! Valerie Ihsan Author site & Story Analyst site (both have social media links) You Can't Dance A Lie on Amazon The Writer Craft Podcast Pop Goes the Culture Network Writer's Block C...

We're bringing January to a close with episode 229 and cross-genre author, Evelyn Puerto! In this episode, we'll be discussing why she hated writing in her earlier years and what changed her mind, writing misconceptions, how her time in other countries led to important lessons and inspired much of her writing and so much more! Evelyn Puerto's website and blog Outlawed Myth series on Amazon Connect...

Our first author interview of 2023 brings a man with numerous titles associated with his name! Andy Howard is a Speaker, Podcaster, Health Coach, Counselor, former Youth Minister, and now, Author! Join us as we discuss self-doubt and depression, his writing process, and the incredible journey from concept to completion, along with the value of a mentor along the way.  All this and so much more are...

A short but sweet return to kick off a 6th year of the show! Jason provides an update on the show's history, what's to come in the year ahead, and gives a little insight into how his own writing has been going.  Writer's Block Coffee (use code SampleChapter to save 10%!) Pop Goes the Culture Network Show your support for the show with merchandise from TeePublic !  

Happy Thanksgiving! For episode 226, we welcome back a great friend of the show author and podcaster, Chuck Buda! We're discussing finding your author voice, dealing with imposter syndrome, writing to your genre, identifying the tropes/lingo that goes with it, and so much more!  Chuck Buda's Website  Chuck's profile and books on Amazon , BookBub , and Goodreads Chuck on Twitter and Facebook Pop Go...

Episode 225 welcomes back to the show, edgy, horror-comedy author, Frank J. Edler! Frank and Jason have a nice long chat catching up on all of his latest books, his passion for cryptocurrency (and where to get actual Catcoin), using our fears as writing inspiration, and so much more!  Frank J. Edler website with social media links Reg E. Rat exclusively on Godless  Frank J. Edler on Amazon Writer'...

Episode 224 brings back an early guest of the show along with a very special new book. G.A. Edwards joins us to discuss the anthology she, and the Writers of Warrensburg just released! Tune in as we discuss the process of bringing fourteen authors' stories together, how the anthology was developed and edited, and why it's good for an author to have connections with the police! That and so much mor...

It's been a bit since my last episode but I'm back with an all-new episode featuring Indie-Horror author, Tom Duffy! We'll be discussing writing to music, inspiration, discovery writing to the end and so much more! Plus, for those who regularly follow the show, I explain a little about where I've been and what I've been dealing with since the last episode.  Tom Duffy on Amazon Tom Duffy on BookBub...

Episode 222 welcomes back previous guest, SciFi author, Victor Acquista! This time we're talking about book two of his new series, The saga of Venom & Flame along with how he developed the story with so many subgenres in mind, bringing thought-provoking ideas and lessons into a story, how the book started as just one novel, and more! Victor Acquista website Revelation on Amazon Follow Victor on Tw...

My guest for episode 221 is a Toy Hall of Fame recipient and all-around legend in the toy-making business, Jeffrey Breslow! Mr. Breslow joins us to discuss his new biography, A Game Maker's Life, and share some inciteful, entertaining stories about his life and career. We also discuss the importance of failure, the power of a teacher's influence, a little on the difference between video games and...

Episode 220 goes to one of our favorite places to visit, England with debut author and poet, Sarra Culleno! We'll be hearing from Sarra on how she began writing and how she writes, having the patience to wait for a book to be "right", and how she blends multiple genre stories within one book while maintaining a connective tissue that pulls them all together. This and so much more are just a PLAY b...

In episode 219, we take a trip back to the time of excess in the 80s with debut novelist, Diane Cohen Schnieder! Diane's first book, Andrea Hoffman Goes All In, has been called the "Devil Wears Prada" meets "Wall Street"; in this interview, we'll discuss how that story came to life. We're also talking about learning how to write while writing, writing in the library, finding the real beginning to...

In episode 218 we are joined by debut teen author sensation, A.Y. Johlin! Listen as she discusses world-building, her writing process, rewriting the entire book, and so much more followed by an immersive chapter reading from our delightful guest author! It's a lovely interview with great tips and a few laughs so hurry and click play right now! AY Johlin website with social media links AY Johlin on...

Episode 217 brings back a previous guest author, Steve L. Clark! After catching up with his last book, we dive into things like author mentors, hidden surprises found in "pantsing" your story, promoting our books, and more. Steve L. Clark pages on Amazon , Goodreads , and BookBub Follow Steve on Twitter Scrivener (save 20% with coupon code CHAPTER) Writer's Block Coffee (use coupon code SampleChap...

Thriller author, Jason Rekulak is our very special guest for episode 216 this week! The Jasons get together to discuss Advice for new writers, working in publishing, having empathy for your characters, and adding visual media elements to our work including having a video game based on your book! Jason Rekulak's website with social media links Jason Rekulak on Amazon Scrivener (use coupon code CHAP...

In episode 215, we are joined by first-time author and speaker, Jane Enright! We're discussing Jane's carefully constructed book that is part memoir, part self-help, and completely delightful in helping us all live our best life with mindfulness and gratitude. Hear about the "OMG", and what it means, the incredible story that drove her to write this book, and dealing with the past. Jane Enright we...

A different kind of short and sweet episode awaits as Jason recaps his day at ConQuest KC 53 from Memorial weekend. Join in as he discusses the event and guest authors in attendance and the multiple panels in which he participated. ConQuest KC website Scrivener (use coupon code CHAPTER for 20% off your order!) Writer's Block Coffee (use coupon SampleChapter for 10% off your first order!) POP Goes...

For episode 213 we're hopping back across the "pond" to the UK for a visit with award-winning author, Ivan Wainewright! Ivan is the 2022 Selfies Best Adult Fiction winner at the London Book Fair and we'll be hearing all about how that came about, what it was like being nominated, and the comical mistake he made during the ceremony! Plus we're discussing the importance of edits, taking good critiqu...

Trainer, Mentor, and best-selling Fantasy/Adventure Fiction author, Dennis Galloway is our guest for episode 212! Dennis is a wonderful guy full of great, and practical advice and gives an interesting insight into his writing process. We're discussing dreaming our stories, writing quirks, using travels and life experiences in our stories, and how he writes in a variety of genres from children's to...

Episode 211 takes deep into the mystery behind thriller/suspense author, Laurie Buchanan! We have a wonderful conversation talking about the amazing inspiration behind her characters and how that plays into the world-building around it, exposing the villains to the reader right away but keeping the thrills, bringing our hobbies into the story and so much more! Laurie Buchanan's website with social...

Episode 210 brings the thrills with author and screenwriter, Nevada McPherson! In this episode, we're discussing finding inspiration while traveling, handling criticism, the importance of notepads and sticky notes, and what makes good writing. All this and more are just a click away! Nevada McPherson website with social media links Nevada McPherson's Poser on Amazon Excelsior Journeys with George...