Ana del Valle

The Novelist Studio

Arts EN ↓ 58 episodes

Hey there, writer, and welcome to the Novelist Studio. I'm your host, Ana del Valle, award winning author, ex Silicon Valley gal, and book coach. I help writers like you craft, edit, and launch your best sellers into the world. With my unique blended background of traditional craft and technology, I knew from the moment generative AI hit the scene, it would revolutionize the writing industry. But here's the thing, AI isn't here to replace your creativity, it's here to amplify it. In this podcast, I'll show you how to master the art of storytelling, sharpen your skills with time tested writing...

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Ana del Valle

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www.thenoveliststudio.com

Latest episode

Jul 2, 2026

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#32 Shamed for Using AI By A Well Known Book Coach 31.07.2025

If you are stuck in the perpetual starting loop and time's slipping away from your hands - and you're drowining in a google doc graveyard of false starts...this episode is for you. Story Spark BootCamp LIVE EVENT for new writers to finally spark the fire under the novel idea. Register at www.thenoveliststudio.com    

#31 Before vs After AI: The New Way to Write a Novel (in Just 12 Months) 16.07.2025

In this episode of The Novelist Studio, I’m breaking down the real difference between how writers used to work before AI — and what’s possible now for first-time authors using AI strategically. You’ll discover how first-time writers are finishing powerful, publishable novels in just 12 months… without cutting corners and without losing their copyright. ✅ WORK WITH ME 🎓 WAITLIST → Join the AI Cre...

#30 AI: Is this The End Of Traditional Editing (with Editor Katie Chambers) 08.07.2025

Are editors being replaced by AI? What does that mean for first-time authors? In this episode of The Novelist Studio, I sit down with professional editor Katie Chambers to talk about why traditional editing is under pressure and what new writers need to know. Whether you’re writing your first book or exploring tools like ChatGPT for editing, we cover what’s really happening in the publishing world...

#29 Outlining With ChatGPT (The Right Way) 24.06.2025

In this episode, I break down the common surface-level mistakes new writers make when outlining with ChatGPT—and reveal the pro-level method that brings your story to life in 3D, without losing your voice or your copyright. 📘 FREE EBOOK → ChatGPT for Creative Writers: The No BS Myth-Busting Manifesto → https://www.thenoveliststudio.com/ebook 🎓 WAITLIST → Join the AI Creative Writing Academy → ht...

#28 How To Use ChatGPT for Creative Writing (Hacks) 17.06.2025

Just getting started with ChatGPT as a writer? I’ll walk you through two essential tips that will help you stay organized and in control when writing your novel using ChatGPT in your creative workflow. This is a game-changer if you’re overwhelmed getting started with ChatGPT for Creative Writing or just getting your feet wet with ChatGPT. 📘 FREE EBOOK → ChatGPT for Creative Writers: The No BS Myt...

#27 ChatGPT vs. The Writing Industry (An Update!) 02.06.2025

✅ WORK WITH ME Join the waitlist for The AI Creative Writing Academy & go from zero to book in hand using my US Copyrighted ChatGPT writing system. https://www.thenoveliststudio.com/AI-creative-writing-academy✅ LEARN ALL ABOUT CHATGPT FOR CREATIVE WRITERS Grab my Complimentary eBook: ChatGPT for Creative Writers – Myth-Busting Manifesto https://www.thenoveliststudio.com/ebook ✅ FIND ME http...

#26 Hollywood Came Knocking For His Book! 27.05.2025

David Richards—yes, the guy who went from leading Marines to coaching Microsoft execs—just dropped by The Novelist Studio podcast to tell us how Hollywood came knocking! Here’s what we cover: Why it took him 11 YEARS to finish his first book—and what finally broke the curse How ChatGPT (yes, AI!) is changing the editing game for authors on a budget The crazy way   The Lighthouse Keeper  ...

#25 ChatGPT & Bloomsbury Deal? Spilling the Tea! 20.05.2025

Let me tell you a story that’s gonna rattle some cages. A brilliant choreographer spends 8 years working on a book. Stops. Starts. Second-guesses every word. Until one day… she opens ChatGPT. Flash-forward: her book gets picked up by Bloomsbury. This isn’t fiction. This is exactly what happened to Alexandra Beller, this week’s guest on The Novelist Studio podcast.  ✨More About Alexandra Bell...

#24 A Nanny, An Actress & Greek Guys = Greek Lovers! 06.05.2025

This week on The Novelist Studio Podcast, I sat down with Rachel Upshaw—author, screenwriter, and the brilliant brain behind Greek Lovers, the beach read that’s not just a book. It’s a whole damn vibe . 🍅 stuffed tomato recipes from her Greek mother-in-law 🌅 island itineraries straight from the pages 🧴 real brands baked into the plot 💡and a whole business model that proves storytelling is the...

#23 Magic Mushrooms + Writing Retreats + AI Oracles 29.04.2025

I brought in the one and only Nicole Frolic—a practical mystic & founder of Velocity Oracle AI, who helps people blow up the blocks keeping them stuck. Not with cheesy mantras or vague “just believe in yourself” fluff, but with something a lot more powerful: ✨ Pattern recognition. ✨ Science-meets-soul mindset work. ✨ Mushroom-assisted breakthroughs (yep, we went there). Here’s what we uncov...

#22 Hybrid Publishing Exposed: What No One Tells Writers… 21.04.2025

I sat down with Terry Whalin, Literary agent & acquisitions editor at Morgan James Publishing, one of the most respected hybrid publishers in the game. And trust me—this is the real talk episode every writer needs in their life. Three things you’ll walk away with: The Truth About Rights — what you really give up when you go traditional (hint: it’s not just royalties). The Money Model, Demystif...

#21 Editing With ChatGPT, Author's Guild Overreach, Copyright Laws 15.04.2025

Meet   Ziah Miller , a wildly talented novelist who ditched the California grind, moved across the globe to Vietnam, and is building a literary empire—all while using AI tools like ChatGPT in unexpected, powerful ways. In this episode, we get into the   real talk   about: 🎮 Can I upload my entire manuscript into ChatGPT? 🧠 The truth about editing and writing with ChatGPT as your a...

#20 This Indie Author Didn't Just Break The Rules- He Burned Them 08.04.2025

This Indie Author has broken all the rules, and carved a cult-like readership with his incredible horror series & marketing tactics. How to Build a Cult-Like Following with Genius Branding & Great Books Michael went from writing in obscurity to being called “the next Stephen King” by readers—yes, really. His covers, titles, and vibe? Total masterclass in standing out on a crowded shelf (an...

#19 From abusive marriage to 27 awards—how she bet big on herself (and won) 01.04.2025

You know that whisper inside that says you’ve got a story to tell? Teri M. Brown heard that voice in 2017, right after she left an emotionally abusive marriage. She didn’t just hear it—she rode 3,000+ miles across the country on a tandem bike with her new husband to heal, reflect, and say YES to her real self. And then she did the unthinkable… She wrote her first novel. Then her second. Then her t...

#18 Romance Writer Exposes The 4 Fantasies That Sell Millions of Books 25.03.2025

In this episode, we sit down with romance author and sexpert Christina Braver to unpack the powerful emotional and sexual currents that drive millions of book sales. ✨About Christina Braver✨ https://christinabraver.com/ ✨Work With Me✨ Join the waitlist for the AI Creative Writing Academy https://www.thenoveliststudio.com/ ✨ A B O U T ✨ I'm Ana del Valle—award-winning novelist, AI-certified b...

#17 From Novel To Netflix:The Book To Film Secrets Hollywood Wont Tell You 18.03.2025

Ever dreamed of seeing your novel on the big screen? In this week’s episode of The Novelist Studio, I sit down with Kay A. Oliver—Hollywood insider turned bestselling author—who reveals the secrets to getting your book noticed by film producers. ✨ About Kay: ✨ https://kayaoliver.com/ ✨Work With Me✨ The AI Creative Writing Academy is closed for enrollment but will open later this year. If you’r...

#16 Cheating or Genius? The AI Writing Revolution No One Can Stop 12.03.2025

AI Expert & Bestselling Author Guy Morris on the Future of Writing 🎙 In this episode, you’ll discover: ✅ The AI Writing Debate: Are authors cheating or evolving with AI? ✅ FBI Meets Fiction: How Guy’s AI-driven thriller got the government’s attention. ✅ The Future of Writing: Why AI won’t replace real authors—but those who use it will have the edge. ✨Learn More About Guy Morris✨ Check Out...

#15 Owning Your Author Persona: Mindset Reset 04.03.2025

🔥 Are you ready to step out of the shadows and OWN your author persona? In this episode of The Novelist Studio podcast, we’re diving into one of the most powerful tools for modern writers: Mastering Your Author Persona – the voice you use to promote your books, connect with readers, and stand out in a crowded market! 🎙️ Special Guest Alert! 🎙️ I’m beyond excited to have Radhika Lucas on the show...

#14 The New York Times is Using AI: What This Means For Writers 18.02.2025

You know all those debates about AI in writing? The heated arguments, the existential crises, the Facebook wars? Well, guess what… Even The New York Times is using AI. It’s a strategy . And if a billion-dollar media giant is using AI to work smarter, shouldn’t we, as writers, be doing the same? 💡 This week on the podcast, I’m breaking down: ✅ How the NYT is using AI without losing creative contr...

#13 Author Spotlight: Angela S Moore 10.02.2025

Today we visit with Angela S Moore, debut novelist with her epic work Shelby Lies, a women's fiction piece that spans over 644 pages. This is the kind of epic novel one is destined to curl up on a rainy weekend and get lost in all 644. Book Blurb: Ailese was a brilliant, radiant, and beautiful woman who had finally left her dark past behind. When she moved to Shelby, everything seemed to fall perf...

#12 Editors Panicking Over AI—And What It Means for You 04.02.2025

In this episode of The Novelist Studio, we dive into the heated debate about AI in the writing world and why editors are feeling the pressure. Is AI a threat or an opportunity for authors? More importantly, how can you use this technology as your secret weapon to write and edit faster while keeping full creative control? https://www.thenoveliststudio.com/ally

#11 Attacked & Post Removed: Facebook Group Controversy 21.01.2025

Last week, I was shunned at facebook group - called “unfit,” and told I didn’t belong. 💔 The reason? Let’s just say it’s something writera\s are probably fearing right now but no one wants to admit out loud. Hi, I’m Ana del Valle—an award-winning author, ex-Silicon Valley gal, and the host of The Novelist Studio podcast. I’m an AI-Certified Book Coach helping aspiring authors write and finish the...

Trailer: The Novelist Studio 17.01.2025

Hi, I’m Ana del Valle—an award-winning author, ex-Silicon Valley gal, and the host of The Novelist Studio podcast. I’m an AI-Certified Book Coach helping aspiring authors write and finish their books faster and smarter with AI as their creative ally. Whether you’re juggling a 9-to-5 or just trying to figure out where to start, I’m here to help you bring your story to life. https://www.thenovelists...

#10 The First AI Co-Written Best Seller 15.01.2025

In my latest podcast episode, I dive into: 🎙️ The surprising story behind this bestseller 🎙️ What it means for the future of creativity 🎙️ How this could change the way YOU write Check out my upcoming programs at www.thenoveliststudio.com   ✨📓 Courses: Outline Your Entire Novel With ChatGPT in 60 Minutes Novel Starter Kit With ChatGPT 👉 https://bit.ly/4fVzZMT Saves weeks of technical work....

#9 The Biggest Mistake of My Writing Career (and What I Learned) 08.01.2025

✨📓 Courses: Outline Your Entire Novel With ChatGPT in 60 Minutes Novel Starter Kit With ChatGPT 👉https://bit.ly/4fVzZMT Saves weeks of technical work. Outline your novel in 60 minutes with this done for you step by step follow along prompt workshop, organize all your ideas, and watch your novel come to life.

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