This Podcast Needs a Title

In the long-overdue fourth episode of season three, the cohosts talk with literary agent Danielle Burby of Mad Woman Literary about her journey from interning into opening her own agency, hustling, holding space for relaxation, and risk-taking.Mentioned in this episode:https://www.madwomanliterary.com/abouthttps://inkedentertainment.com/danika-frosthttps://twitter.com/DanielleBurbyhttps://www.instagram.com/madwomanliterary/

Episode trigger warnings for:cancertraumasexual assaultdeath/parent deathgreifBuckle up, Nerds this is a deep one. In a very special episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Isabel and Erica rant, rave, complain, and scream into their hearts with none other than Bram Stoker Award Finalist Ally Malinenko. Ally is a poet, novelist, and librarian living in Brooklyn, New York, where she pens her tales in a secret writing closet before dawn each day. Connect with Ally on her website at www.allymalinenko.com or on socials @AllyMalinenko. And check out @SpookyMiddleGrade too! And here is a complementary link for finding a grief counselor or therapist: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapistsDedicated to Trish the Dish and Big Ron.

After a longer than expected hiatus, the co-hosts are back and joined by a third co-host, Isabel Sterling!  In this 2nd episode of season 3, Isabel and Erica (who miss Ciara a lot) are joined by their emotional support writing buddy author Vanessa Montalban to talk about her debut book A Tall Dark Trouble. Shenanigans 100% guaranteed.  About our guest:Fueled by the magic of espresso, Miami-born Vanessa Montalban channels her wanderlust for far-off worlds into writing speculative fiction for teens. She's a first-gen graduate from the University of Central Florida where she received her Bachelor's in Creative Writing with summa cum laude honors. Follow Vanessa on Twitter & IG @VVMontalbanhttps://linktr.ee/vvmontalbanAlso mentioned in this episode: Co-host Isabel Sterling's coaching podcast: https://www.isabelsterling.com/podcasts/the-author-burnout-cure

Welcome to Season 3, Nerds. We have a GREAT first episode but Erica lost the recording.  There's still some cool stuff though. Stay awesome. See you in April. 

TRIGGER WARNINGS for grief, trauma, and PTSD.In the ninth episode of season two, Peter and Erica gush about happy news, rant about trauma-informed career choices, and rave about mashed potatoes. Come for the holiday joy and stay for Peter's first-ever tarot reading.  Mentioned in this episode:Here is Peter's article on Pipeline Artists:https://pipelineartists.com/f-ck-it-writing-career/Here are Erica's bookshop.org recommendations:https://bookshop.org/shop/dorkwitcheryHere's the Social Security Administration's disability application:https://www.ssa.gov/benefits/disability/

In the eighth episode of season two, Peter and Erica chat with author “Jessica” Hatch (and Erica's IRL BFF!) about her debut novel My Big Fake Wedding and what it's like to sign a publishing contract without a literary agent. Tune in for the air-quotes and stay for Peter's ill-fated attempts to keep Hatch and Erica somewhat on topic.Connect with Jessica Hatch:Twitter: @JessicaNHatchInsta: https://www.instagram.com/jessicanhatch/Pre-order her books: https://geni.us/B0BLT5H3XQcoverBuy her books: https://www.jessicahatch.com/booksSubstack: https://leftright.substack.com/And here is the link to her article: https://hatch-books.com/blog/top-5-editorial-mistakes-part-1-show-dont-tell...plus a special shout out to her editor: @wittywhitlum

In the seventh episode of season two, Erica and Peter talk with former Book Pipeline Unpublished finalist Samuel C. Spitale about his newly released nonfiction book How to Win the War on Truth: An Illustrated Guide to How Mistruths Are Sold, Why They Stick, and How to Reclaim Reality. Come for Samuel's insights and stay for the cohosts' not-insightful-at-all Halloween song. Here's how to find Samuel and learn more bout his awesome work: Website: https://www.samuelcspitale.com/Twitter: @SamuelCSpitaleFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/samuelcspitale

In the sixth episode of season two, Peter and Erica chat with Dani Segelbaum of the Carol Mann Agency about her journey from political science to agenting, her querying preferences, and her vast personal collection of cookbooks. As always, come for the conversation, stay for the full-throttle tangents. Connect with Dani: On TwitterFor editingAnd more

In the fifth episode of season two, Erica and Peter talk with 1987 Crestwood Elementary Spelling Bee winner/Pipeline Media Group partner Matt Misetich about finding your authentic voice, the glories and pitfalls of pivoting from screenwriting to novel writing, and "Gilmore Girls" (with a visit from a very special guest). Come for the excerpt from Matt's superfluous, verbose, and thesaurus-y first novel, but stay for the staff meeting. See more about Matt's awesome work at: https://pipelineartists.com/Follow him on Twitter: @SPMJM or Instagram @SPMJM Listen to his podcast: @howthearts

In the fourth episode of season two, Peter and Erica talk with Afro-latinx author, poet, and photographer Jarrard Raju about leaning into a love of prose, being an author of color in the industry, and their experience as a contributor on the forthcoming anthology WHERE MONSTERS LURK AND MAGIC HIDES. Come for the honest query talk, stay for the amazing way Jarrard takes risks in publishing. Also joy. Lots of joy.Follow Jarrard on Twitter: @JarrardWritesJarrard's LinktreeBuy their poetry collection!

TRIGGER WARNINGS: trauma, abuse, sexual abuse.In the third episode of season two, the Erica and Peter talk with 2021 Book Pipeline Unpublished manuscript  winner Melissa Duge Spiers about her upcoming memoir THE GLORY WHOLE, writing through trauma, dark comedy, escaping purity cultures, and procrastisnacking. Come for the rouge foot massager, stay for the deliberate rejection of writing rules. Read more about Melissa at her website: http://www.melissadugespiers.com/Twitter: @MDugeSpiersInstagram: mdugespiershttp://www.melissadugespiers.com/

In the second episode of season two, Peter and Erica get real with author and literary agent Linda Epstein about Jewish representation in books, equality for BIPOC industry folks, and how to be direct while maintaining kindness. Come for the publishing situation chat, stay for Linda's amazing show notes:All about Linda!Buy her book!The New School Gotham WritersThe Highlights FoundationLINDA IS CURRENTLY CLOSED TO QUERIES however BIPOC folks are welcome to ask general questions and advice about publishing and writing at: linda@emeraldcityliterary.com All are welcome to ask her publishing related questions on Twitter: @LindaEpstein

In the first episode of season two, Erica yells at Peter for not caring for and/or liking Jurassic Park, Peter discusses his decision to take a step back from the film/TV industry (for the time being), and why Matt Misetich is (apparently) a Gilmore Girls fanatic. Come for the tease of our next episode's AWESOME industry guest, and stay for Peter's usage of the term "Hey Gang"---which no one else has said...well, ever. 

In the Season One finale, Peter and Erica geek out with Jessi Honard & Marie Parks—the 2020 Book Pipeline Unpublished Sci-Fi/Fantasy category finalists. And this episode has EVERYTHING: Animorphs, setting and maintaining boundaries, and details of publishing their co-written debut novel, Unrelenting. Come for the talk about queer rep, stay for the inevitable tangent about stickers.Their book!http://www.notapipepublishing.com/unrelenting-by-jessi-honard-and-marie-parksTheir company!https://www.northstarmessaging.com/Their social media contacts!https://thegrigoribooks.com/@thegrigoribookshttps://www.marieparks.com/@marieparkshttps://jessicahonard.com/@jessihonard

In the twenty-first episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica get candid with author Romi Moondi about self-publishing vs. traditional publishing, the glories of Seinfeld, and how copywriting helps dialogue. Come for the professionalism, stay for a rant/rave about Michael Crichton.@RomiMoondiRomi's articles mentioned in this episode: https://pipelineartists.com/publishing-part-1-team-traditional-vs-team-self-publishing/  https://pipelineartists.com/publishing-part-2-a-new-option-and-the-subtle-art-of-having-fun/

Erica rants at Peter about the glory of Michael Crichton.

In the twentieth episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica are untethered. Listen to them rant, rave, and reminisce about all the things, including but not limited to:  Petee's Pie Company, the Taylors (Sheridan and Swift), impostor syndrome, the toxic positivity surrounding Jim and Pam's relationship (don't @ us), how to take notes, favorite childhood television programs, Erica's Dwight Schrute fanfic, and Peter's deep understanding of and concern for Paul Giamatti's bladder. Come for the singing and stay for the theme song.

In the nineteenth episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica talk with award-winning audiobook narrator Elizabeth Wiley about points of entry into the industry, the unsinkable audiobook community, and the case for authors to read their work out loud. Mentioned in this episode:ACX.comhttps://findawayvoices.com/https://narratorlist.com/https://authorsrepublic.com/https://www.spokenrealms.com/https://www.narratorsroadmap.com/iAnnotate APPConnect with Elizabeth here:https://www.wileyvoice.com/https://twitter.com/WileyVoicehttps://www.instagram.com/warmups_4_narrators/

In the eighteenth episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Foyinsi Adegbonmire gives the cohosts a deep dive into the acquisitions process, her manuscript wishlist, and the truth behind superstitions. And, as a bonus, enjoy the detailed ramblings about an upcoming Festival of Mouth Pleasures (like snacks). Follow Foyinsi on Twitter at @Foyinsi_Pub Check out her Pipeline Artists Symposium, "From Acquisition to Publication: The Editor/Author Relationship," available on-demand.See her manuscript wishlist at:  https://www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/foyinsi-adegbonmire/ Learn more about Pub Workers For Justice here:  https://linktr.ee/pubworkers4justice

In the seventeenth episode of This Podcast Needs a Title the cohosts have the distinct pleasure of talking with author and filmmaker Camryn Garrett about the ups and downs of film school, how she knows when a manuscript is READY-ready, and her upcoming book Friday I'm In Love (winter 2023). Come for the discussion about New Adult as a valid age category, stay for a twelve minute tangent about (wait for it) snacks. 

In the sixteenth episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica chat with Erin Clyburn of The Jennifer De Chiara Agency about putting your best foot forward with a rep, how to avoid an instant pass in a query, and much more—all the while Peter and Erica try not to overwhelm her with their pent up New Year energy. Come for the self-care tips, stay for the cowbell.Check out #schmagent and #WriterBeware hashtags on Twitter for alerts on scam agents and agencies.

In the fifteenth episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica scream into each others' voids about revision habits, critique partners vs. beta readers, and coping with grief through the holidays. Come for the new segue theme song, stay for two or three half-assed Christmas carols.Episode 1 of The Screenwriting Life: Getting Notes on Your WorkUse #JoinIn on Twitter whenever you're feeling alone.

In the fourteenth episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica chat with author Cat Baab-Muguira about her new book, Poe For Your Problems, the effects of literary obsessions on mental health, and kismet in publishing. BONUS: Erica finally pronounces "Hachette" correctly and Peter learns two new words.Here is the article that led Cat to us: "The Book of Jane" by Jeanne Veillette Bowerman.

In the thirteenth episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica talk with Grant Faulkner (the Executive Director of NaNoWriMo) about day jobs that help keep the creative well filled, the current state of the publishing industry, and the questionable existence of Boo Berry cereal. Bonus Content: Erica babbles in nerdy joy about her history with NaNoWriMo. Bonus Bonus Content: Peter tolerates a perfectly executed Dirty Dancing joke. Sort of.

In the twelfth episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica chat with author and writing coach Isabel Sterling about burnout, the upcoming release of her new novel (The Coldest Touch), and how her coaching services help authors find their publishing power. Isabel also spills the beans on why and how she recently scrapped an entire work-in-progress without setting her life on fire. BONUS: Isabel coaches one of the co-hosts!

In the eleventh episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica chat with editor Zack Knoll about work/life boundaries, his dream projects, pros and cons of creative writing degrees, the collective despising of voicemail, season 41 of Survivor, and zodiac signs. Featuring: Violet, Zack Knoll's roommate's most excellent cat.

In the tenth episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica chat, rant, and rave about Mad Men, anxiety, industry gatekeepers, film school, ADHD, Impostor Syndrome, code-switching, and Dwight Schrute. Come for the shop talk, stay for a rousing game of This-or-That in which the co-hosts accidentally invite Rainn Wilson to be on the show.

In the ninth episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica talk with 2020 Book Pipeline Unpublished finalist Ciara Duggan about the release of her debut novel, TV watching habits, and the importance of self-care. Come from the insights on writing and editing, and stay for the debate on the glories (real meaning: disgustingness) of caffeinated pink Crystal Light.

In the eighth episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica talk with writer, editor, and story consultant Mara Raden about a little bit of everything. Chaos ensues. But the good kind of chaos. Plus, Peter and Erica each have some good news to share. 

In the seventh episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica talk with literary agent Natalie Kimber of The Rights Factory about bringing experimental literature to the mainstream, authors' perception of agents, snacks, and her work with the Weehawken Writers and Artists Studio. PLUS Natalie and Erica correct Peter about his wrong opinion on Halloween.

In the sixth episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica chat with author and attorney Shelly Page about querying, rewriting, and diversity in publishing. Come for the insights on the drafting process, and stay for Erica's abject resignation that not everyone snacks while writing.

In the fifth episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica swap stories and tips about writing habits, pets, discipline, Animal Crossing, and Schitt's Creek. Come for the shop talk, stay for shop talk because that's all there is.

In the fourth episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica chat with author, screenwriter, and publisher Lee Matthew Goldberg about his new novel, the upcoming launch of his Fringe Press, and releasing books during the pandemic. Come for the book talk, stay for the barking dogs. And the chicken wing throw down.

In the third episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica talk with agent Stacey Graham of Three Seas Literary about her manuscript wishlist, patience while querying during a pandemic, how to gently nudge an agent without setting your career on fire, and her work as a paranormal investigator. This episode contains Special Features like:An amazing new catchphraseMultiple technical difficultiesSwear bleepsAn EVP from a paranormal investigation (Courtesy of Stacey Graham)

In the second episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica chat with the winner of the 2020 Book Pipeline Unpublished competition, John Cosgrove, about how he copes with grief, rejection, and why he gets into very cold water, everyday. Come for the author insights, stay for the new Accountability Goals theme song. Plus a few good swears.

In the first episode of This Podcast Needs a Title, Peter and Erica chat with author Hetal Avanee about her experiences with Pitch Wars, signing with a literary agent, writing for/with youths, and snacks. Come for the insights, stay for the love of spreadsheets.

Who are your co-hosts, and what do they do? In this introductory episode, Peter Malone Elliott and Erica Davis introduce themselves and talk about what and why they write, plus some stuff about what to expect from this podcast.