The Sample Chapter Podcast

We're bringing January to a close with episode 229 and cross-genre author, Evelyn Puerto! In this episode, we'll be discussing why she hated writing in her earlier years and what changed her mind, writing misconceptions, how her time in other countries led to important lessons and inspired much of her writing and so much more! Evelyn Puerto's website and blog Outlawed Myth series on Amazon Connect...

Our first author interview of 2023 brings a man with numerous titles associated with his name! Andy Howard is a Speaker, Podcaster, Health Coach, Counselor, former Youth Minister, and now, Author! Join us as we discuss self-doubt and depression, his writing process, and the incredible journey from concept to completion, along with the value of a mentor along the way.  All this and so much more are...

A short but sweet return to kick off a 6th year of the show! Jason provides an update on the show's history, what's to come in the year ahead, and gives a little insight into how his own writing has been going.  Writer's Block Coffee (use code SampleChapter to save 10%!) Pop Goes the Culture Network Show your support for the show with merchandise from TeePublic !  

Happy Thanksgiving! For episode 226, we welcome back a great friend of the show author and podcaster, Chuck Buda! We're discussing finding your author voice, dealing with imposter syndrome, writing to your genre, identifying the tropes/lingo that goes with it, and so much more!  Chuck Buda's Website  Chuck's profile and books on Amazon , BookBub , and Goodreads Chuck on Twitter and Facebook Pop Go...

Episode 225 welcomes back to the show, edgy, horror-comedy author, Frank J. Edler! Frank and Jason have a nice long chat catching up on all of his latest books, his passion for cryptocurrency (and where to get actual Catcoin), using our fears as writing inspiration, and so much more!  Frank J. Edler website with social media links Reg E. Rat exclusively on Godless  Frank J. Edler on Amazon Writer'...

Episode 224 brings back an early guest of the show along with a very special new book. G.A. Edwards joins us to discuss the anthology she, and the Writers of Warrensburg just released! Tune in as we discuss the process of bringing fourteen authors' stories together, how the anthology was developed and edited, and why it's good for an author to have connections with the police! That and so much mor...

It's been a bit since my last episode but I'm back with an all-new episode featuring Indie-Horror author, Tom Duffy! We'll be discussing writing to music, inspiration, discovery writing to the end and so much more! Plus, for those who regularly follow the show, I explain a little about where I've been and what I've been dealing with since the last episode.  Tom Duffy on Amazon Tom Duffy on BookBub...

Episode 222 welcomes back previous guest, SciFi author, Victor Acquista! This time we're talking about book two of his new series, The saga of Venom & Flame along with how he developed the story with so many subgenres in mind, bringing thought-provoking ideas and lessons into a story, how the book started as just one novel, and more! Victor Acquista website Revelation on Amazon Follow Victor on Tw...

My guest for episode 221 is a Toy Hall of Fame recipient and all-around legend in the toy-making business, Jeffrey Breslow! Mr. Breslow joins us to discuss his new biography, A Game Maker's Life, and share some inciteful, entertaining stories about his life and career. We also discuss the importance of failure, the power of a teacher's influence, a little on the difference between video games and...

Episode 220 goes to one of our favorite places to visit, England with debut author and poet, Sarra Culleno! We'll be hearing from Sarra on how she began writing and how she writes, having the patience to wait for a book to be "right", and how she blends multiple genre stories within one book while maintaining a connective tissue that pulls them all together. This and so much more are just a PLAY b...

In episode 219, we take a trip back to the time of excess in the 80s with debut novelist, Diane Cohen Schnieder! Diane's first book, Andrea Hoffman Goes All In, has been called the "Devil Wears Prada" meets "Wall Street"; in this interview, we'll discuss how that story came to life. We're also talking about learning how to write while writing, writing in the library, finding the real beginning to...

In episode 218 we are joined by debut teen author sensation, A.Y. Johlin! Listen as she discusses world-building, her writing process, rewriting the entire book, and so much more followed by an immersive chapter reading from our delightful guest author! It's a lovely interview with great tips and a few laughs so hurry and click play right now! AY Johlin website with social media links AY Johlin on...

Episode 217 brings back a previous guest author, Steve L. Clark! After catching up with his last book, we dive into things like author mentors, hidden surprises found in "pantsing" your story, promoting our books, and more. Steve L. Clark pages on Amazon , Goodreads , and BookBub Follow Steve on Twitter Scrivener (save 20% with coupon code CHAPTER) Writer's Block Coffee (use coupon code SampleChap...

Thriller author, Jason Rekulak is our very special guest for episode 216 this week! The Jasons get together to discuss Advice for new writers, working in publishing, having empathy for your characters, and adding visual media elements to our work including having a video game based on your book! Jason Rekulak's website with social media links Jason Rekulak on Amazon Scrivener (use coupon code CHAP...

In episode 215, we are joined by first-time author and speaker, Jane Enright! We're discussing Jane's carefully constructed book that is part memoir, part self-help, and completely delightful in helping us all live our best life with mindfulness and gratitude. Hear about the "OMG", and what it means, the incredible story that drove her to write this book, and dealing with the past. Jane Enright we...

A different kind of short and sweet episode awaits as Jason recaps his day at ConQuest KC 53 from Memorial weekend. Join in as he discusses the event and guest authors in attendance and the multiple panels in which he participated. ConQuest KC website Scrivener (use coupon code CHAPTER for 20% off your order!) Writer's Block Coffee (use coupon SampleChapter for 10% off your first order!) POP Goes...

For episode 213 we're hopping back across the "pond" to the UK for a visit with award-winning author, Ivan Wainewright! Ivan is the 2022 Selfies Best Adult Fiction winner at the London Book Fair and we'll be hearing all about how that came about, what it was like being nominated, and the comical mistake he made during the ceremony! Plus we're discussing the importance of edits, taking good critiqu...

Trainer, Mentor, and best-selling Fantasy/Adventure Fiction author, Dennis Galloway is our guest for episode 212! Dennis is a wonderful guy full of great, and practical advice and gives an interesting insight into his writing process. We're discussing dreaming our stories, writing quirks, using travels and life experiences in our stories, and how he writes in a variety of genres from children's to...

Episode 211 takes deep into the mystery behind thriller/suspense author, Laurie Buchanan! We have a wonderful conversation talking about the amazing inspiration behind her characters and how that plays into the world-building around it, exposing the villains to the reader right away but keeping the thrills, bringing our hobbies into the story and so much more! Laurie Buchanan's website with social...

Episode 210 brings the thrills with author and screenwriter, Nevada McPherson! In this episode, we're discussing finding inspiration while traveling, handling criticism, the importance of notepads and sticky notes, and what makes good writing. All this and more are just a click away! Nevada McPherson website with social media links Nevada McPherson's Poser on Amazon Excelsior Journeys with George...

Episode 209 brings back iconic 80s actress, author, and fan-favorite guest, Diane Franklin! This time we're talking all about the latest in Diane's series The Excellent Comedy of the Last American, French-Exchange Babe of the 80s: The Better Off Dead Movie Tribute Book! This is a behind-the-scenes retrospective into the making of that 1985 cult-classic comedy hit, Better Off Dead including extras...

Episode 208 brings back fan-favorite, and friend of the show, Armand Rosamilia! Listen in as the guys have a friendly chat catching up on Armand's impressive amount of work, his writing schedule, writing on Twitch, dream homes, and his switch from horror to focus on thrillers. Plus no conversation with Armand would be complete without a little talk on bourbon, coffee, and Funko Pops!  Armand Rosam...

Episode 207 takes us on a first-ever trip to Norway with award-winning historical fiction author, Lars Mytting! Buckle up for a fascinating discussion on subconscious writing, Norwegian folklore, writing flow, finding complexity in a character's story and so much more! And don't forget to stay tuned for Lars' riveting sample reading that is sure to transfix you! Lars Mytting website The Sixteen Tr...

Episode 206 brings us a star in the entrepreneurial world and now best-selling author, Natasha Miller! Listen in as Natasha discusses what an entrepreneur is, healing through writing, becoming a leader in work and life, the constant job of social media, and so much more! Plus you can join her for an exclusive book release party happening today (March 22nd) by clicking the link below! Natasha Mille...

Episode 205 is bringing the fun with this week's guest, Young Adult author and teen sensation, Talia Shelton! Talia is a talented 13-year-old author who just released her first book, Kamp Kaeger Kids. We'll be discussing the inspiration behind this book, her writing methods, creating amazing new mythological creatures, blinking assassins, and so much more! Talia Shelton Author Page and books on Am...