Writing and Editing

Send us Fan Mail Author Anna Moore shares the importance of writing with honesty, what exactly that means, and how it can enhance your story. ▬ Check out Anna's website: https://www.annabmoore.com/ Grab a copy of her book: https://www.annabmoore.com/book/

Send us Fan Mail Author and yogi Jennifer Lang talks about experimental prose, how to use it in memoir, and why it gives you more freedom in telling your story. ▬ Jennifer Lang is a San Francisco Bay Area transplant in Tel Aviv. Last September, she celebrated her first book, Places We Left Behind: a memoir-in-miniature ; in October 2024, she welcomed Landed: A yogi’s memoir in pieces & poses i...

Send us Fan Mail Author and self-described historian Leah Lindeman discusses what to research, what resources to use, and what not to do when writing historical fiction. In honor of Leah's book, Redeemed From the Ashes , this episode has been uploaded on the 107th anniversary on the Halifax Explosion that took place on December 6, 1917. You can learn more about the event here , and check out...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Molly Lupo talks about the importance of nutrition, how it can vary based on our daily activities, and what you can begin doing to keep your energy up. ▬ Check out Molly's website: https://www.mollylupo.com/ Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmollylupo/

Send us Fan Mail Author and cover designer Rachel Rosen discusses the importance of a good cover design, the dos and don'ts when it comes to covers, and the benefits of hiring a cover designer. ▬ Visit Rachel's website: http://rachelrosen.ca/ Find her Wrong Genre covers here: http://nightbeatseu.ca/ Listen to her podcast: http://wizardsandspaceships.ca/ Check out her Mastodon: https://wa...

Send us Fan Mail Bestselling author Kalynn Bayron discusses fairy tale retellings, how they are different from reimaginings, and what is most important for writers to do before taking them on. ▬ Visit Kalynn's website: https://www.kalynnbayron.com/ Grab a copy of her books and leave a review: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00YUU6Y1A https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/18885814 Follow...

Send us Fan Mail Author Alyssa Hazel is here to give you tips on how to create work-life balance as an author and how your goals will impact your writing journey. ▬ Visit Alyssa's website: https://authoralyssahazel.com/ Grab a copy of her books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07XX8LVVK Follow Alyssa on her socials: https://www.instagram.com/authoralyssahazel/ https://www.facebook.com/a...

Send us Fan Mail Bestselling author and podcast host Danielle Mendoza talks about the best places for a book launch, the details you need to consider, and insider tips about how to make it a success. ▬ Connect with Danielle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mendoza-3059788a Follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danielle.dietlinmendoza

Send us Fan Mail Author and publicist Ian Craven discusses online writing communities, networking within the industry, and how you can improve your own writing in a group. ▬ Find Ian on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/icraven1 https://www.facebook.com/groups/aawriteandpublish/?ref=share_group_link Subscribe to KaleidoScript or submit your own story: https://www.kscriptmag.com/ A message from Ia...

Send us Fan Mail Author and podcaster Richie Billing is back talking about book tours, what they involve, how much they cost, and what you could possibly do instead. ▬ Check out Richie's website: https://richiebilling.com/ Listen to The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed Podcast: https://richiebilling.com/the-fantasy-writers-toolshed-podcast Find Richie on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/richieb...

Send us Fan Mail Bestselling author T.I. Lowe talks all things second chance romance, from establishing the characters, to balancing heavy plotlines with lighthearted moments, to that one aspect she says is most important to focus on. *CW: Discussions of miscarriage* ▬ Visit T.I.'s website: https://www.tilowe.com/ Get a copy of her books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00I4Z5GV6 Follow...

Send us Fan Mail Author and digital strategist Bryan VanDyke discusses what it's like when real life resembles plot, how that can change readers' perceptions of the story, and details his own experiences of life imitating art in his book  In Our Likeness. ▬ Check out Bryan's website: https://www.bryanvandyke.com/ Grab a copy of In Our Likeness: https://www.amazon.com/Our-Likeness-Br...

Send us Fan Mail Author Ava Morgyn discusses writing family secrets into the plot of your story, how they take on new life, and why readers love them. ▬ Check out Ava's website: https://www.avamorgyn.com/ Follow her socials for more insider info: https://www.instagram.com/avamorgyn/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/avawrites/ Get a copy of Ava's books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/...

Send us Fan Mail Author and musician Ari Rosenschein is back to talk about the parallels between publishing and the music industry, and gives unique tips on how you can market your book! ▬ Check out Ari's website: https://arirosenschein.com/ Follow Ari on Instagram: https://arirosenschein.com/ Grab a copy of Ari's book, Dr. Z and Matty Take Telegraph: https://amzn.to/3U2Xyty About  Dr. Z...

Send us Fan Mail Author Dante Terese talks about what ethical storytelling means, the uses of "good versus evil" in narratives, and the difference in writing heroes and villains. ▬ Visit Dante's website: https://www.danteterese.com/ Grab a copy of her latest book: https://www.amazon.com/Base-Book-1-Dante-ebook/dp/B0D8V7HBG9?ref_=ast_author_mpb Follow her on Instagram: https://www.in...

Send us Fan Mail Author and geologist Kate Brandes discusses creative writing from a scientist's perspective, the current trend of environmental literature, and why community is still at the heart of the genre. ▬ Visit Kate's website: https://katebrandes.com/ Grab a copy of Kate's books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B01L43F67S

Send us Fan Mail Award-winning poet, author, and publisher Angela Yuriko Smith discusses how to find unique opportunities writers might not have realized existed and how to use them to enhance your publishing journey. We also want to congratulate Angela on being elected as the newest president of the Horror Writers Association!!! ▬ Visit Angela's Website: https://angelaysmith.com/ Subscribe t...

Send us Fan Mail Author and editor Patrick Barb tells listeners what goes into making a collection or anthology around a theme, how to assemble short stories thematically, and the dos and don'ts of writing to a theme. ▬ Visit Patrick's website: http://patrickbarb.com/ Grab a copy of his short-story collection, The Children's Horror: https://www.northernrepublic.co.uk/books/childrens...

Send us Fan Mail Author and professor Elisabeth Sharp McKetta discusses how to create memoir using fairy tale, why you should do it, and how to give yourself space to be creative with your truth. ▬ Visit Elisabeth's website: https://elisabethsharpmcketta.com/ Grab copies of her books here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00OI1I5BI Follow Elisabeth on her socials: https://www.instagram.c...

Send us Fan Mail Author and teacher Donna Levin talks about advice for beginning your book, what it means to "just write," and gives tips for getting to the end of that first draft. ▬ Visit Donna's website: https://www.donnalevin.com/ Get a copy of her books here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B000APR32S Follow Donna on her socials: https://www.facebook.com/authordonnalevin/...

Send us Fan Mail Author and Page Turnerz host Paul Brooks talks about whether formal training for writers is necessary and how you can kickstart your writing on your own time. ▬ Visit Paul's website: https://paulbrookswriter.com/ Listen to his podcast: https://pageturnerz.com/ Follow him on his socials: https://www.instagram.com/paulbrookswriter https://x.com/PABrooksWriter

Send us Fan Mail Award-winning author and editor Mekiya Outini discusses the differences in editing for EFL writers, why editing should be a collaborative effort, and also gives advice on how to improve your language across all facets of life. ▬ Check out Mekiya's LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/mekiya-outinis-newsletter-7151240633465065472/ Follow him on LinkedIn: h...

Send us Fan Mail Author Tiffany Aurora discusses the differences between a writing group and a critique group, the benefits of a writing group, and what you should do to find one. ▬ Visit Tiffany's website: https://tiffanyaurora.com/ Check out her podcasts! Entrepreneurs & Artists : https://entrepreneursandartists.podbean.com/ Survivors of Johanum: https://survivorsofjohanum.podbean.com/

Send us Fan Mail Author DiAnn Mills explains the importance of fleshed-out characters and character flaws, and how to create a compelling narrative journey that leaves the audience feeling optimistic. ▬ Visit DiAnn's website: https://diannmills.com/ Check out her books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001JP4L9G Follow DiAnn on her socials: https://www.facebook.com/diannmills/ https://ww...

Send us Fan Mail Author and teacher Polly Holyoke talks about what middle grade fiction is, how to successfully develop a middle grade story, and why it is so important for younger audiences. ▬ Check out Polly's website: http://www.pollyholyoke.com/ Follow Polly on her socials: https://instagram.com/pollyholyoke/ https://twitter.com/PollyHolyoke https://facebook.com/PollyHolyokeAuthor