So, I wrote a book... Now What?

In this engaging conversation, NC Barton shares her journey as a writer, discussing her early experiences with writing, the challenges she faced during the pandemic, and her transition from writing mysteries to romance. She delves into the intricacies of crafting her latest book, 'The Now and Forever,' including the dual timeline structure and character development. The discussion also cov...

In this engaging conversation, Arini Vlotman shares her journey to becoming an author, detailing her initial inspiration to write a novel on her 39th birthday. She discusses her writing process, the evolution of her craft, and the importance of reading as a source of inspiration. Arini also delves into her editing techniques, the role of beta readers, and her experiences with publishing. Throughou...

In this conversation, Andie Smith shares her journey as an author and literary agent, discussing her writing process, the importance of beta readers, and navigating the publishing landscape. She reflects on her experiences with Wattpad, the challenges of querying, and the balance between her writing and agency work. Andie also emphasizes the significance of finding inspiration and overcoming creat...

In this engaging conversation, Catherine Mann and her daughter Haley Catherine (both amazing writers and lovely humans) discuss their journeys as writers, the challenges they faced, and the importance of finding one's voice. They explore the impact of learning disabilities on their writing processes, the significance of feedback and critique, and the intricacies of the querying process. Both s...

In this conversation, Maggie Eckersley shares her journey from a young reader to a published author, discussing her writing process, the challenges of navigating the publishing world, and the balance between her medical career and her passion for writing. She emphasizes the importance of writing for joy, the role of feedback in her creative process, and her excitement for her upcoming book launch....

In this conversation, I interview Joanna Thurlow, a developmental editor, about her journey into editing, the role of a developmental editor, and the intricacies of the editing process. Joanna shares insights on feedback styles, the importance of character development, and the challenges of querying. We discuss the balance between showing and telling in writing, the impact of editing on personal w...

In this conversation, Kelly shares her journey to becoming an author, detailing her early inspirations, writing process, and the importance of community in finishing her book. She discusses her experiences with beta readers, the decision to self-publish, and her marketing strategies. Kelly also reflects on the challenges of balancing writing with motherhood and her aspirations for future projects,...

In this engaging conversation, Shameez Patel shares her journey as an author, discussing her early inspirations, the challenges of writing and editing, and the nuances of publishing in both the romance and fantasy genres. She reflects on her writing process, the importance of character development, and the role of feedback from beta readers. The discussion also touches on the pressures of meeting...

In this conversation, Lindsay Barrett shares her journey from a secretive writer to a self-published author. She discusses her early influences, the challenges of navigating the traditional publishing landscape, and the decision to self-publish her historical romance novel. Lindsay emphasizes the importance of community, mentorship, and knowing one's worth as a creative. She also delves into her w...

In this conversation, Jessica Guerrieri shares her journey to becoming an author, discussing her passion for writing, the challenges of balancing motherhood with her writing career, and the importance of patience in the publishing process. She reflects on her experiences with querying, the role of beta readers, and the significance of feedback in shaping her work. Jessica emphasizes the labor of l...

In this conversation, Jessica Berg shares her journey as an author, founder and literary agent at Rosecliff Literary Agency, discussing her early passion for storytelling, the balance between writing and agenting, and her writing process. She emphasizes the importance of outlines, feedback from beta readers, and resilience in the face of rejection. Jessica also talks about her experience in establ...

In this engaging conversation, Carmela Dutra shares her journey from writing children's literature to finding her niche in cozy mysteries. She discusses the challenges of the writing process, the importance of critique partners, and the lessons learned during the querying process. Carmela emphasizes the value of plotting and how her agent's guidance helped refine her work. Balancing writin...

In this conversation, Katherine shares her journey from avid romance reader to author, discussing the motivations behind her writing, the challenges of self-publishing, and the importance of community support. She delves into her creative process, the significance of editing and design, and her marketing strategies. Katherine also reflects on the rewards of self-publishing and the lessons learned...

In this conversation, Nicole interviews Alexandria Faulkenbury about her journey to becoming a published author. They discuss the writing process, including drafting, revising, and the importance of feedback. Alexandria shares her experiences with querying agents, the themes in her upcoming novel, and the challenges of marketing as a debut author. They also touch on finding inspiration, the differ...

In this conversation, romance author Annie McQuaid shares her journey of writing her debut novel, Crash Landing , detailing the transformation of her initial dark story into a romantic comedy during the pandemic. She discusses the importance of critique partners and mentorship in her writing process, the challenges of navigating the query process, and the intricacies of crafting dual timelines. An...

In this conversation, I interview Isabelle Engel, author of the upcoming romance novel Most Eligible, about her journey into writing, the challenges of balancing a day job with her passion, and her experiences with querying and mentorship. Isabelle shares insights into her writing process, the importance of community in the romance genre, and the evolution of her stories. We discuss the intricacie...

In this conversation, Anne Alcott author behind Tiny Horse Books, shares her journey as a writer, discussing her transition from writing children's books to adult fiction. She reflects on the challenges of self-publishing versus traditional publishing, the importance of maintaining control over her work, and her unique writing process. Alcott also emphasizes the significance of finding inspiration...

In this engaging conversation, Holly Gramazio , author shares her journey of writing her debut novel, The Husbands . She discusses her initial motivations, the writing process, and the importance of feedback and revision. Holly also delves into the role of her agent, the unique premise of her book, and the challenges of writing a second novel. Throughout the discussion, she emphasizes the signific...

In this conversation, author Sarah Fox shares her journey from writing scripts to becoming a published author of cozy mysteries. She discusses her writing process, the importance of routine, and how she balances multiple projects. Sarah also delves into the querying process, the differences between self-publishing and traditional publishing, and her experiences with screenwriting. Throughout the d...

In this conversation, H.M. Geiser shares her journey of writing her first book, discussing the motivations that led her to write, her “chaotic” writing process as a pantser, and the challenges of editing and receiving feedback. She reflects on her experiences with finding an agent, the decision between traditional and self-publishing, and the importance of community and support in the writing jour...

In this conversation, Katherine Bitner shares her journey to becoming an author, detailing her experiences with writing, self-publishing, and marketing her books. We talk about her latest book Unravel Me that comes out next week! Preorder here! Katherine discusses the challenges of maintaining visibility in a crowded market, the importance of networking with other authors, and her evolving writing...

In this engaging conversation, Katie Naymon shares her journey from being laid off to publishing her debut novel You Between the Lines . She discusses her writing process, the importance of feedback, and the challenges of navigating the publishing world. Katie emphasizes the significance of reading widely in the romance genre and how it inspired her to write. She also touches on the balance betwee...

In this conversation, Christine Goss shares her journey as a writer and an agent, discussing the motivations behind her writing, her creative process, and the challenges she faces in both roles. She emphasizes the importance of community, feedback, and continuous learning in the writing process. Christine also reflects on her experiences with querying, finding an agent, and balancing her writing c...

In this conversation, Noreen Nanja shares her journey to becoming an author, detailing her early inspirations, the writing process, and the challenges of querying and editing her debut novel that comes out this May The Summers Between Us . She discusses the importance of mentorship, the intricacies of crafting dual timelines, and her approach to finding a writing routine that works for her. Noreen...

In this engaging conversation, ⁠Erin and Rose⁠ share their journey of writing together, from their early friendship in high school to their current collaboration their debut novel, ⁠Sparring Partners⁠ . They discuss the creative process of co-authoring, the importance of feedback, and the challenges of navigating the publishing world. The duo emphasizes the significance of writing what you love an...