Writing and Editing

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

Send us Fan Mail Author and editor Veronica Klash talks about what is flash fiction, its importance, and how flash fiction can improve your writing skills. ▬ Check out Veronica's bio: Veronica Klash loves living in Las Vegas and writing in her living room. She is an associate editor at Okay Donkey Magazine. You can read her fiction and non-fiction in Wigleaf , X-Ray Lit , Electric Lit , and C...

Send us Fan Mail Author Christopher Morris discusses his memoir We Are All Made of Scars , and the benefits and challenges of writing memoir. ▬ Check out Chris's website: https://weareallmadeofscars.com/ Grab a copy of We Are All Made of Scars on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/We-Are-All-Made-Scars/dp/B0BRYZTDLM     Follow Chris on social media: https://www.instagram.com/morrischris/ https://...

Send us Fan Mail Author and life coach Jennifer Jane Young discusses how she created a movement, what a movement is, and how you can make your book into its own movement. ▬ Giveaway info: Message her on any platform, including email (jenniaedits@gmail.com), about the giveaway! Read Jenn's bio and check out her links below: Jennifer Jane Young is a Canadian speaker, author, Intuitive Life Coac...

Send us Fan Mail Author Frankie Diane Mallis discusses the worldwide reader event RARE, what you can expect from these events, and some unexpected discoveries you can make while attending. ▬ Visit Frankie's website: https://www.frankiedianemallis.com/ Find Frankie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frankiediane/?hl=en Check out her books on Goodreads and Amazon: https://www.goodreads.com...

Send us Fan Mail Author and Book Spy Ryan Steck discusses pacing, how it has evolved, and gives tips on how to set the best pace for your book. ▬ Check out Ryan on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09KQHNGHH Visit Ryan's websites: https://ryansteck.com/ https://therealbookspy.com/ryan-steck-the-author/ Find Ryan on socials: https://www.instagram.com/p/C87UqLfR9KX/ https://x.com/Ry...

Send us Fan Mail Author and pirate Liz Shipton discusses writing dystopian fiction, the tropes embedded within the genre, and why readers still enjoy it. ▬ Visit Liz's website: https://lizshipton.com/ Find Liz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizshipton/ Get Liz's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Liz-Shipton/author/B0BN4YHLXF?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&...

Send us Fan Mail Author and photographer Cheryl Grey Bostrom discusses how to write setting without cliches and the effects of characters on setting. ▬ Visit Cheryl's Website: https://cherylbostrom.com/ Find Cheryl on social media: https://www.instagram.com/cherylgreybostrom/ https://www.facebook.com/cherylgreybostrom/

Send us Fan Mail Bestselling author Steven James discusses his insights on storytelling, structure, and the craft of writing. ▬ Visit Steven's website: https://stevenjames.net/ Follow him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/readstevenjames/

Send us Fan Mail Author and musician Ari Rosenschein discusses the pros, cons, and fun facts about working with a small press that can help your writing journey. ▬ Visit Ari's website: https://arirosenschein.com/ Find Ari on Instagram: https://arirosenschein.com/ Get a copy of Ari's book, Dr. Z and Matty Take Telegraph: https://amzn.to/3U2Xyty About "Dr. Z and Matty Take Telegraph&q...

Send us Fan Mail Author Jean Burgess discusses how to incorporate music into your book, what research goes into it, and reveals a few secrets about her book That Summer She Found Her Voice along the way.   ▬ Visit Jean's website: https://www.jeanburgessauthor.com/ Find her book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/That-Summer-She-Found-Voice/dp/1627204857

Send us Fan Mail Author, actress, and activist Tonya Todd talks about how to write with inclusivity, include it in your work, and how it can affect the readers' experience. ▬ Visit Tonya's website: https://www.mstonyatodd.com/the_author/ Find Tonya on her socials: https://www.instagram.com/mstonyatodd/ https://x.com/mstonyatodd?lang=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonya-todd-b05b1918a Wri...