Write Now with Broadleaf Writers

Author and Broadleaf board member, Dawn Major, leads a discussion on the process of writing an anthology, focused on the release of Southern Monsters , published by Frightful Fable Press, which features Major and her guests for this episode, D.C. Phillips, Mischa Fox, and Galen Bunting. For more information on Southern Monsters visit the Frightful Fables Press website at frightfulfablespress.com/b...

What can you expect at the 11th Annual Broadleaf Writers Conference, September 19-20 at the Decatur Library in Decatur, Georgia? This episode previews our conference and gives you tips on how to maximize your time at ANY writers conference. From what to expect and how to prepare for your pitch sessions to getting the most out of the opportunity to connect with writers like yourself, the Broadleaf...

Author Jessica Bowers shines the spotlight on Jessie Latimer, one of our community of writers and a member of Broadleaf Writers. Jessie discusses the journey of writing her debut novel, Again Behold the Stars , and the ups and downs leading her to publication. Jessie is represesnted by Kristen Terrette of the Martin-Newens Literary Agency You can find more about Jessie Latimer at jessielatimerbook...

Literary Agent Haley Warrington (Booker Albert Literary Agency) joins Zach to discuss her first year as a literary agent, what she looks for in a manuscript, and the importance of an agent's relationship with their clients. To learn more about Haley, visit her at https://www.haleywarringtonwrites.com/ For more information on the Booker Albert Agency, visit https://www.thebookeralbertagency.com/

The roundtable is back for round two and we're introducing three new board members! On this episode, we introduce authors Lorraine Lai, Kim Poovey, and Crystal Wilkins for a discussion on their writing origins, writing journey, some haunted house talk, and the differences between indie and traditional publishing routes.

The roundtable is back and we're introducing all new board members! In the first of two episodes, we introduce authors Piper Huguley and D.C. Phillips for a discussion on their lives, thier writing journeys, Piper getting in trouble for researching, and D.C.'s dark humor.

On this episode, Zach is joined by screenwriter, comic book writer, and the author of Godfall , Van Jensen for an in-depth look into Van's new novel, his process of blending sci-fi with mystery, and the acquisition of Godfall by director Ron Howard. You can find more on Van at https://www.vanjensen.com/ .

Annell Garcia Gerson, owner and operator of Bookmiser bookshop in Roswell, Gerogia, joins Author and Broadleaf Board Member Dawn Major for a discussion on what author should, or should not, do when trying to get their books in a bookstore, and for a behind the curtain look at what bookstores actually make on each book. Hint, it's not much. For more information on Bookmiser, visit them in Roswell o...

Broadleaf Board member and author Dawn Major is joined by author of Ecology of a Cracker Childhood , naturalist, and environmental activist Janisse Ray for a discussion on defining genre in your writing, journaling as a tool to help refine scenes, and her book Journey In Place: A Field Guide to Belonging . For more on Janisse, visit her at https://janisseray.com/ .

Our latest member spotlight with Patricia Boyd-Wilson. Website: https://bene-log.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063344311914 Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Patricia-A-Boyd-Wilson/author/B09237MWQM

Daniel Wallace, the bestselling author of Big Fish (adapted into a movie directed by Tim Burton) joins author and Broadleaf board member Dawn Major for a discussion on his new collected work, Beneath the Moon and Long Dead Stars , the importance of Southern fiction, and cultivating a strong sense of story in flash and short fiction. To find out more about Daniel, visit him at danielwallace.org.

On this episode, author D.C. Phillips joins author and Broadleaf board member Dawn Major for a conversation on bringing the fear in horror and leaving your reader with a lasting scare. D.C. also discusses Effigies and Incantations , an anthology of horror, featuring several Broadleaf members, of which he served as editor. To follow D.C. visit https://linktr.ee/frightfulfables.

Author Elise Burke Brown discusses her award-winning novel, CHASE HARLEM, with writer and Broadleaf board member, Carmen Tanner Slaughter. For more on Elise, visit her website at https://www.eliseburkebrown.com/.

On this episode, we head back to the roundtable for a discussion on getting your butt in the seat and writing the damn book, with Broadleaf board members Carmen Slaughter and Jessica Bowers (writing as Odessa Blaine). From finding the motivation and courage to sit and write, to the genre we write in and why, to a Clay McLeod Chapman appreciation hour (and plug for the 10th Annual Broadleaf Writers...

On this episode of the Broadleaf Roundtable, board members and authors Benji Carr and Shay Rodricks join Zach for a discussion on process and revision, digging into their thoughts on writer's block, imposter syndrome, and the importance of surrounding yourself with a community of supportive writers.

Author Helen P. Bradley joins author and Broadleaf board member Dawn Major, for an in-depth discussion on an author's role in marketing and how taking a grassroots approach might give you far greater benefit than traditional social media. You can learn more about Helen at https://www.helenpbradley.com/.

Author and certified book coach, Monica Cox, joins us for a discussion on the importance of finding needed assistance in completing and editing your manuscript, the best way to approach editing, and how being part of a writing community can help you achieve your goal of publication.

Author Jessica Strawser joins us to break down the particulars of staying true to your POV, how to avoid head hopping, and the many hats she's worn on her path to publication. Find more about Jessica at https://jessicastrawser.com/.

On this episode of the Broadleaf Roundtable, Zach is joined by Founding board member and author Bill Bridges and board member and author Dawn Major for a conversation on the books, movies, and characters that inspired them and how they've influenced their writing.

Author Vanessa Reid joins Crystal O'Leary-Davidson for a conversation on the importance of writing community, how they've tailored their own to support women, and how to go about finding a community that's right for you.

On this episode, Jeffrey Blount, the award-winning author of Mr. Jimmy From Around the Way , joins us to discuss the power of words and why literary activism is so important. To learn more about Jeffrey visit his website at jeffreyblount.com.

Author and podcaster Corey Gladwell joins us to discuss his journey, the publishing industry, the work he does through Authrs.io , and offers some insights on how to start and run a successful podcast.

Welcome to the roundtable! Each month we'll visit with members of the Broadleaf Board of Directors to discuss various aspects of their writing journeys, what brought them to the Broadleaf board, and dig into areas of writing and publishing. On this episode, author, editor, and Broadleaf founder Zachary Steele is joined by Ann Hite, Jeff Clemmons, and Crystal O'Leary-Davidson for a conversation on...

On this episode, we're joined by author Sheila Hudson for a conversation on the cozy mystery, how it differs from the traditional mystery, and the influences that began Sheila's writing journey.

From poetry to fiction to history to the stage, is there a written genre John M. Williams hasn’t dipped his toe into? In this edition of the Broadleaf Member Spotlight, board member Jessica Bowers sat down to talk with John about his career, genre hopping, and community.  You can find out more about John M. Williams on his website: https://johnmwilliams.net/ or on Goodreads: https://www.goodr...