R. A. Douthitt

A Writer's Day

Arts EN ↓ 379 episodes

A helpful podcast to help writers learn more about the craft, talk with published authors, and learn more about the publishing industry in order to have a competitive edge. Today, it takes more than just a good story to become a successful writer. You must know about marketing strategies, publishing options, and platforms that will help you stand out from the millions of writers out there. This podcast will help you.

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R. A. Douthitt

Episodes

261: Dan Walsh Interview 11.04.2025 32:18

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chat with best-selling author Dan Walsh about his new book: The Perfect Stranger. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/810...

260: Joanna Davidson Politano Interview 07.04.2025 25:16

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chat with award-winning author, Joanna Davidson Politano about her new book: The Curious Inheritance of Blakely House. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFil...

259: Why Your Author Platform Matters 25.03.2025 22:14

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I discuss how an author platform matters to publishers and readers. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8105-a-journey-for-...

258: Amanda Cabot Interview 17.03.2025 25:06

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chat with best-selling author, Amanda Cabot about her new book, Echoes of Sunrise, book one in her new series: Sisters of the Heart. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners...

257: Tracie Peterson Interview 15.03.2025 29:45

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I talk with best-selling author Tracie Peterson about book one in her new The Hope of Cheyenne series: A Constant Love. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles...

256: Lynn H. Blackburn Interview 10.03.2025 28:07

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chat with best-selling author, Lynn H. Blackburn about her new book: Break My Fall. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8...

255: Naomi Stephens Interview 08.03.2025 23:31

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chat with author Naomi Stephens about her new book: The Scarlet Ribbon Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8105-a-journey...

254: Melody Carlson Interview 01.03.2025 22:15

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chat with Melody Carlson about her new book: Welcome to the Honey B & B Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8105-a-jo...

253: Jill Eileen Smith Interview 18.02.2025 26:40

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chat with best-selling author, Jill Eileen Smith about her new book: Dawn of Grace. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8...

252: Elizabeth Goddard Interview 11.02.2025 23:38

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chat with best-selling author Elizabeth Goddard about book one in her new series: Storm Warning Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmus...

251: Laura Frantz Interview 10.02.2025 24:30

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chat with best-selling author, Laura Frantz about her new book: The Indigo Heiress. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8...

250: Sarah Sundin Interview 03.02.2025 24:03

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chat with best-selling author Sarah Sundin about her new book: Midnight on the Scottish Shore. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusi...

249: Style, Tone, and Mood in Writing 28.01.2025 21:43

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I discuss what style, tone, and mood are and how we writers can use them to build a story. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/s...

248: Jill Williamson Interview 17.01.2025 25:10

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chat with best-selling author, Jill Williamson about her new book: Squire of Truth. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8...

247: Crafting Characters That Resonate 09.01.2025 25:08

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I discuss ways to develop characters that resonate with both children and adult readers. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/so...

246: DJ Williams Interview 17.12.2024 29:01

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chat with prolific best-selling author, DJ Williams, about his new book: Battle of Lion Rock. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic...

245: Your Writing Style 09.12.2024 20:31

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chat about how language and style are your tools for creating powerful stories that connect to readers. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles Link: https:...

244: How to Write a Ghost Story Part 2 02.12.2024 14:13

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I talk about what it takes to craft a spooky ghost story that keeps your readers intrigued. Visit my website for my Children series: http://www.artbyruth.com/middle-grade-books.html Music: Steampunk by Denis Sivtsev Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5956-steampunk License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ AnotherDramaticScene b...

243: Robin Jones Gunn Interview 19.11.2024 36:52

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chat with best-selling author, Robin Jones Gunn about her new book: Tea With Elephants. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/so...

242: Patricia Bradley Interview 13.11.2024 31:31

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chatted with best-selling author, Patricia Bradley about her new book: Deadly Revenge. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/son...

241: Amanda Cabot and Liz Johnson Christmas Books! 04.11.2024 39:43

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chat with best-selling authors, Amanda Cabot and Liz Johnson about their new Christmas books: One Special Christmas Meddling With Mistletoe And my book: Bridges of Hope: A Christmas Novel , available for preorder today! Music: Christmas Theme 2 by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4775-christmas-theme-2 License: http:/...

240: Janet McHenry Interview 28.10.2024 22:05

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chat with best-selling author, Janet McHenry about her new book: Looking Up! Finding Joy as You Pray and Read Through the Bible Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) Beyond The Horizon by Alexander Nakar...

239: Shelley Shepard Gray Interview 22.10.2024 26:51

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chat with best-selling author, Shelley Shepard Gray about her new book: Unforgotten. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/...

238: Ruth Douthitt Interview 17.10.2024 25:42

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, Best-selling author, Jaime Jo Wright interviews me about my new release: FATAL CHAPTERS. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFiles Link: https://filmmusic.io/son...

237: Tracie Peterson Interview 15.10.2024 23:49

Let me know what you think of this episode! In this episode, I chat with best-selling author, Tracie Peterson about her latest book in The Heart of Cheyenne series: A Truth Revealed. Music: "Inspiring Emotions - Epic Dramatic Trailer" by Rafael Krux (https://www.orchestralis.net/) License: CC BY ( http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ) A Journey For Successful Winners by MusicLFil...