The Writing and Marketing Show

What if you could captivate young minds and inspire a love for reading? Join me and children's picture book author, Pauline Tate, as we navigate this enchanting world. We dive into the art of crafting engaging characters and compelling narratives, exploring the vital role of illustrations and the delicate balance between simplicity and captivating storytelling.  Our lively conversation also d...

Ever wondered how to transform your manuscript from good to brilliant? Today, we’re demystifying the art of self-editing and sharing coveted tricks to enhance your writing style. Home in on sentence structure, narrative flow, and the fine details of spelling and grammar to shape your narrative into an engaging masterpiece. Discover the power of potent verbs, the subtle art of punctuation, and why...

Discover the power of art and music in historical fiction research with award-winning author, Sheena MacLeod. Infuse your writing with the emotional depth and rich dimensionality that these two mediums offer. Our conversation journeys through Sheena's fascinating approach to research, touching on areas such as the emotional turmoil of Scots during the clearances as depicted in Thomas Faed&apo...

Ever felt like you're chasing inspiration with a club, only to watch it flutter away just out of reach? You're not alone. We've been there, and in this podcast episode, we share how we overcame it and how you can too. We offer practical tips to keep your motivation and inspiration alive, drawing from the wisdom of writing giants like Jack London and Ray Bradbury. We also delve into...

I am sure I don't need to convince anyone of the value of podcasts as you are listening to one. However, have you ever thought about how you can use it to help market your books? In today's solo episode I talk about effective use of podcasts as part of your marketing portfolio. Get full access to Write and Publish With Wendy H. Jones at writepublishwithwendyhjones.substack.com/subscribe

AI or artificial intelligence, is the hot topic for discussion in writers' circles at the moment. However, love it or hate it, it is not going away. Today's episode is a balanced discussion about AI outlining both sides of the argument, so you, the writer, can make your own informed choice regarding the topic.  Get full access to Write and Publish With Wendy H. Jones at writepublishwithw...

Today I talk to debut novelist  Marti M. McNair About her journey and what she is doing to promote her book. Her inspirational journey is choc full of information that will help anyone wherever they re in their writing journey. Get full access to Write and Publish With Wendy H. Jones at writepublishwithwendyhjones.substack.com/subscribe

Today I am talking to Dystopian Fiction author L. G. Jenkins about writing dystopian fiction. She gives us hints and tips about the genre and reasons why it is so popular. From secreting to character and everything in between this is your chance to find out everything you need to know about the genre.  You can find out more about Lydia on her website  Get full access to Write and Publish With Wend...

As writers we often have this vision of what our life will be like - sitting in our writing cave doing nothing but writing. Then reality sets in. Today's episode is taking a look at everything an author is often doing other than writing.  If you would like to submit an article to Writers' Narrative the email address is writersnarrative@gmail.com Get full access to Write and Publish With...

Today I am talking to Leigh Russell, author of the DI Geraldine Steele Mysteries, about writing a long running series. Leigh is now writing the 21st book in the series. We chat about developing story and character arcs, keeping the series fresh and so much more.  https://www.leighrussell.co.uk Get full access to Write and Publish With Wendy H. Jones at writepublishwithwendyhjones.substack.com/subs...

Today, I talk to Jane Brocklehurst, a professional declutterer and author of Home Freed: The Theology of Decluttering about how to declutter your life in order to boost your creativity.  Get full access to Write and Publish With Wendy H. Jones at writepublishwithwendyhjones.substack.com/subscribe

Today I am chatting to Actress and Author Sophie Neville about her creative career from starring as Kitty in the original Swallows and Amazons to a ward winning author via artist and cartographer. We talk about writing for the BBC, writing novels and memoirs and sketching and how this can all combine for a fascinating and diverse author career Get full access to Write and Publish With Wendy H. Jon...

Today I am talking to Award Winning Author Dani Pettrey about the value of attending Conferences, Events and trade fairs and how they can help boost your author career. With hints tips and advice to help you navigate the conference circuit and make the most of your attendance at such events.  Get full access to Write and Publish With Wendy H. Jones at writepublishwithwendyhjones.substack.com/subsc...

In today's episode I talk to author Ruth Leigh about writing fan fiction based on the novels of Jane Austen. We talk about how fan fiction can be commercial and the ways it can be written to engage the modern reader.  Get full access to Write and Publish With Wendy H. Jones at writepublishwithwendyhjones.substack.com/subscribe

Have you ever thought about employing a Virtual Assistant, particularly for marketing your books? How would that work? How can they help you? What are the benefits. Find out in today's interview with Virtual Assistant Jessy Workman. If you want to find out more about how Jessy can help you, contact her below. Her website is currently being restructured, so I will add that here when it is up a...

Today I am chatting to Judith Gallium Pex, the author of Walk the Land: A journey on Foot Through Israel, about writing travel memoirs. Judith gives us hints and tips about how to get started, the importance of travel memoirs and how to write one which entertains and informs. Website Amazon Author Page Shelter Hostel, Eilat  Get full access to Write and Publish With Wendy H. Jones at writepublishw...

Today I am chatting to Serena Tate about ghostwriting children's books. This is another income stream that you can think about adding to your portfolio. Well worth listening and checking out the ideas.  Get full access to Write and Publish With Wendy H. Jones at writepublishwithwendyhjones.substack.com/subscribe

Today I am chatting to Jess Workman who is a Virtual Assistant leading the life of a digital nomad. We find out what the digital nomad lifestyle is and there are tips for getting the most from it. We also chat about how virtual assistants can help authors market their books.  Instagram handles - jessyworkman Facebook - Jess Workman  Email- jswmarketingfreelance@gmail.com Get full access to Write a...

As part of the series on apps and programmes for writers, today I am chatting to Troy Lambert who is the education lead for Plottr. Plottr is a plotting programme I recently came across and I was blown away by it. I'm usually a pantster but this has changed my thinking.  http://www.plottr.com/ http://www.troylambertwrites.com/ Get full access to Write and Publish With Wendy H. Jones at writep...

This is a follow on from the solo episode where I discussed my new role on setting up and running a magazine. Today I talk to Lorie Lewis Ham who has been running an online magazine for 12 years, to get an industry perspective.  Get full access to Write and Publish With Wendy H. Jones at writepublishwithwendyhjones.substack.com/subscribe

Conferences are always looking for speakers who are both knowledgable and entertaining and those who hold the relevant skills are in demand. On today's show I give hints and tips for effective public speaking and engaging your audience which will be of benefit to both those looking to move into public speaking or for those wishing to grow their audience.   Get full access to Write and Publish...

Often in our author business we feel like we are running to keep still. Life keeps throwing curve balls at bus and we seem to stagger from one crisis to the next, none of which we can control. During times of crisis, such as the recent global pandemic, everything is out of our control; or is it. Today I am chatting to Rebecca L. Weber who gives us top notch tips on how to overcome overwhelm and de...

Evernote is yet another powerful app that should be a part of any writer's portfolio. Today I discuss what it can do to help you as a writer and just how powerful tool it is.  Get full access to Write and Publish With Wendy H. Jones at writepublishwithwendyhjones.substack.com/subscribe

Canva has grown over the years to the state where I believe it is one of the most powerful programmes for writers. Today's episode gives an overview of the different ways in which it can be used to support your author career. Three are so many more than you can ever imagine.  Get full access to Write and Publish With Wendy H. Jones at writepublishwithwendyhjones.substack.com/subscribe

As I have recently taken over as Editor in Chief and publisher of a literary magazine, today's episode is about the reasons for and processes of setting up a digital magazine.  Get full access to Write and Publish With Wendy H. Jones at writepublishwithwendyhjones.substack.com/subscribe