Exploring the Blank Page

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You've just gotten back from a writing conference. You've made new friends, made connections with editors and agents, but ... now what? Whether you were able to pitch your story to an editor or agents, or you networked your heart out, here are six tips for what to do when you get home from a writing conference! Did you know you can support this podcast? Support this podcast by clicking the...

Get ready for The Margins! First episode dropping soon.

We're back with the final episode for this season and we're talking about what you do when you have multiple deadlines when you have all the things going. We know you are going to enjoy this episode! Mentioned It Happened at Christmas | Christen Krumm Nadine Brandes on Instagram @NadineBrandes The Forest App If you've enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a rating or review. You can su...

Today we're excited to be chatting with a new to us author, Anna Augustine. We chat about how she approaches writing, what her time management looks like, and her new book By Blood & Blade. Sit back and enjoy this conversation with Anna! Lisa T. Bergren is the reason I write romantic fantasy. — Anna Augustine Stories have always been part of Anna Augustine’s life—whether on the page, stage...

Not only does today's guest, AJ Skelly, write amazing stories, but she's also recently started a publishing company called Quill & Flame Publishing House. In this episode, we chat a little about her books and what kind of books Quill & Flame is currently interested in! We know you are going to be inspired by this episode. "Is reading really worth reading if there isn't a d...

We were swept away by the first line in Ashley Bustamante's book Vivid "How do you keep a mentalist out of your head?" I mean ... How can you stop reading after that line! We so enjoyed chatting with Ashley. She drops so many little pieces of writing wisdom all throughout the episode. We know you are going to love our chat with Ashley! Only you can tell your story like you can."...

Whimsical, magical, and so sweet, you guys are going to love our conversation with Brittany Eden. She was so fun to chat with! We talked about how she got started writing, her new books Wishes and Hearts , and touch a little on her time in the circus — yes, the actual circus! Sit back and enjoy this conversation with Brittany Eden. The blank page is beautiful. — Brittany Eden A former Circus dwell...

We have been wanting to get Tamara Girardi on the podcast for over a year now, and we are so excited she's chatting with us today! Not only is Tamara an awesome author, but she also happens to be an English teacher. In this episode, she shares how so teaches her creative writing classes, a little about her new duology with WiseWolf, and she may mention her favorite cupcake flavor that will hav...

We have a fantastic episode for you today! In this episode, we chat with the multi-genred, multitalented author Becky Dean (or BL Dean). She's written both contemporary and sci-fi and is such a powerhouse (we lost count midway through the episode of how many books she has released this year alone). Also, get ready to add some destinations to your travel wish list after listening to this episod...

You are in for a treat! In this episode, we chat with author Candace Kade about her amazing debut Enhanced. We'd chat about Candace growing up in China and her inspiration behind Enhanced (which, in itself is inspiring). Sit back and enjoy this episode! "Writing is a long game and it's about perseverance." — Candace Kade Candace Kade is a recovering over-achiever who spends her t...

This episode with Haylie Hanson was so much fun! We spend so much time geeking out over our favorite fandoms, talking about how writing feels like home, and the importance of fan fiction (no really). Haylie shares about maybe a not-quite-so-embarrassing fan fiction run when she was a teen and all about her Luminaut series. Sit back and enjoy this episode! "Make a plan, but be prepared for the...

You guys are not ready for this episode. I know we say that literally every single episode, but this episode ... oh this episode. We are chatting with the powerhouse that is C.J. Redwine and Mary Weber . They share their heart behind The Writer's Sanctuary and The Red Herring Society, and they drop so much wisdom in this episode we know you are going to be itching to find your tribe and write...

We are so excited about this episode with New York Times Bestselling author Scott Reintgen . We have been long been fans of Scott's and were floored when he agreed to come on Exploring the Blank Page as a guest. He shared the amazing story of how his newest book, A Door in the Dark, almost wasn't, how he keeps going after rejection and gives some amazing tips on juggling both an author car...

You are going to love our chat with Hayley Reese Chow! She's had such amazing adventures and we loved hearing about them in this episode. She dropped so many truths and encouragement that we know you are going to walk away from this episode ready to write! "Learn to rest. Not to quit." — Hayley Reese Chow, author of Into the Churn Hayley Reese Chow is the author of Odriel's Heirs...

If you've been thinking about kickstarting a project, this episode is for you! Even if you aren't thinking about Kickstarter, you'll still get so much out of this episode. We're chatting with author and Kickstarter queen CJ Milacci. CJ shares so much wisdom on writing and Kickstarter — you don't want to miss this episode! "Writing is such a nice, enjoyable, crazy process.&...

We're officially back with season three! We give a quick update on where in the world we've been for the past two years (a lot of all over the place) and gush about what we've been reading and what we have coming up this season (we're so excited!) We hope you enjoy this episode (and season) as much as we have. Have a question for Emilie or Christen? Leave us a message by clicking t...

A special Suspended in the Stars Kickstarter update! Today is the last day to back Emilie's Kickstarter project — and we've almost unlocked every single stretch goal! Check out the Kickstarter + Back the Project — https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/eahendryx/suspended-in-the-stars Have a question? You can email us at exploringtheblankpage@gmail.com Connect with us on Instagram: https://i...

Welcome to part three of this special three-part series on the Kickstarter for EA Hendryx's (Emilie!) Suspended in the Stars. In this episode, we answer all the Kickstarter questions! Check out the Kickstarter + Back the Project Here:  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/eahendryx/suspended-in-the-stars Some Other Fun Things Mentioned in This Episode Suspended in the Stars Planet Stickers — h...

Welcome to part two of this special three-part series on the Kickstarter for EA Hendryx's (Emilie!) Suspended in the Stars. In this episode, we dive into more about Kickstarter — what it is, how it works, and how YOU can back this project! Check out the Kickstarter + Back the Project Here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/eahendryx/suspended-in-the-stars Have a question? You can email us at ex...

Welcome to this special three-part series on the Kickstarter for EA Hendryx's (Emilie!) Suspended in the Stars.  In this episode, we dive into the inspiration behind this project, a little about Kickstarter, and how you can get your hands on Suspended in the Stars before it is even in stores!  Check out the Kickstarter + Back the Project Here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/eahendr...

Tracy Andreen  was born in Southern California but raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a B.A. in Journalism and Professional Writing then promptly moved to Los Angeles where she spent many years in the world of film development, employed at Amblin/DreamWorks and Mandalay Pictures, among others. She began her paid writing career when she took it upon h...

Chelsea Bobulski was born in Columbus, Ohio, and raised on Disney movies, Broadway musicals, and Buckeye pride. She graduated from The Ohio State University with a degree in history and promptly married her high school sweetheart. As a writer, she has a soft spot for characters with broken pasts, strange talents, and obstacles they must overcome for a brighter future. She now lives in Northwest Oh...

Rektok Ross is the pen name of Liani Kotcher, a trial attorney turned award-winning young adult author and book blogger. An avid reader since childhood, Liani writes exactly the kind of books she loves to escape into herself: exciting thrillers with strong female leads, swoon-worthy love interests, and life-changing moments. She graduated from the University of Florida School of Journalism and obt...

Tif Marcelo is a veteran US Army nurse and holds a BS in Nursing and a Master’s in public administration. She believes and writes about the strength of families, the endurance of friendship, heartfelt romances, and is inspired daily by her own military hero husband and four children. She hosts The Stories to Love Podcast, and is the USA Today bestselling author of In a Book Club Far Away, Once Upo...