Podcasts about editorial freelancers association

Hi #AmWriting listeners, Jennie here! Today, I'm talking to Jane Friedman, who is one of the most trusted voices in the world of publishing.She has advised and served organizations such as Writers Digest, The Chicago Manual of Style, The Editorial Freelancers Association, the Alliance of Independent Authors, and the National Endowment for the Arts, among others. She writes two must-read newsletters for industry professionals. One is her personal newsletter, and the other is The Bottom Line (previously called The Hot Sheet), where she provides nuanced market intelligence to thousands of authors and industry professionals. The reason I wanted to speak with Jane on the podcast today is that she has just released an updated version of her book, The Business of Being a Writer, which digs into the nuts and bolts of the writing life, including the work of getting published and choosing how to do that, and the work of making money. It is one of those must-read books for writers who are serious about making a mark.Jane offers so much information, some tough love, and also a reason for hope, and I'm so excited I'm talking to Jane about her own writing process, and her advice for writers.Links from the PodJane's Trademark situation via Writer's DigestJane's The Bottom Line Newsletter The Author's Guild (for AI info)Simon Willison's Things We Learned About LLMs in 2024 (via Substack)Make Art Make Money, Elizabeth Hyde StevensHow to Reform Capitalism, Alain de BottonThe Gift, Lewis Hyde Dana GioiaAlan Watt's Out of Your MindFind Jane via her website: www.janefriendman.com, or on Instagram at @janefriedman This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amwriting.substack.com/subscribe

Once you've finished your manuscript, the work of polishing your book and getting it ready for the public begins. You might see your draft as good to go, but could it benefit from a well-trained set of eyes looking it over? Our friends, The Kristens (Tate and Tatroe) from the Editorial Freelancers Association return to have a chat about editors and the important role they play in bringing your books to the next level of professional publishing. //Draft2Digital is where you start your Indie Author Career//  Looking for your path to self-publishing success? Draft2Digital is the leading ebook publisher and distributor worldwide. We'll convert your manuscript, distribute it online, and support you the whole way—and we won't charge you a dime.  We take a small percentage of the royalties for each sale you make through us, so we only make money when you make money. That's the best kind of business plan.  • Get started now: https://draft2digital.com/• Learn the ins, the outs, and the all-arounds of indie publishing from the industry experts on the D2D Blog: https://Draft2Digital.com/blog  • Promote your books with our Universal Book Links from Books2Read: https://books2read.com  Make sure you bookmark https://D2DLive.com for links to live events, and to catch back episodes of the Self Publishing Insiders Podcast.

In this episode Matt & Lauren take a look at the different types of editing your manuscript might need, debate which ones they think are most valuable, and share a few of their tips for making sure your book editing is done right. Dive Deeper

Stephanie Argy (she/her) is an editor, writer, designer, and all-around storytelling professional. She is currently on staff at the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), where she oversees books that help educators use edtech to transform learning. She also freelances for other publishers and organizations, and she currently serves on the Board of Governors of the Editorial Freelancers Association. Stephanie has made award-winning movies and written extensively about the art, craft, and technology of filmmaking. She is now developing her craft as a writer of historical mystery novels, and Sisters in Crime has been an invaluable source of inspiration, information, and camaraderie. She has a BA in History from UCLA, an MS in Journalism from Columbia University, and an MS in Writing with a Specialization in Book Publishing from Portland State University. She lives in Paris, France.https://www.stephanieargy.com/Notes:Walter Mosley's book This Year You Write Your NovelEditorial Freelancers Association: https://www.the-efa.org/*****************About SinCSisters in Crime was founded in 1986 to promote the ongoing advancement, recognition and professional development of women crime writers. Through advocacy, programming and leadership, SinC empowers and supports all crime writers regardless of genre or place on their career trajectory.www.SistersinCrime.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sincnational/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sincnational.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.net/@sincnationalFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sistersincrimeThe SinC Writers' Podcast is produced by Julian Crocamo https://www.juliancrocamo.com/

Are you an interior designer or a thought leader considering writing a book? Well…what does it take to get a book deal? What are options for self-publishing? How do you write a book in the first place? The process is overwhelming, but today's guest, Stephanie Chandler of the Nonfiction Authors Association, is here to walk us through the process. Stay tuned! Stephanie Chandler is the author of several books including The Nonfiction Book Publishing Plan. She is CEO of the Nonfiction Authors Association, a vibrant community for writers, and the Nonfiction Writers Conference, a live event conducted entirely online since 2010. A frequent speaker at business events and on the radio, she has been featured in Entrepreneur, BusinessWeek, The Writer, Writer's Digest, and Wired magazine. ***

Today's guest is Crystal Shelley, of Salt Lake City. Crystal is the owner of Rabbit with a Red Pen. She edits fiction and is an authenticity reader. Drawing on her background as a social worker, she unites her love of language and passion for social justice by pushing for writing and representation that's more dignified, intentional, and just. Crystal is the creator of the Conscious Language Toolkits for Editors and Writers — these toolkits are fantastic resources and I'll put a link to them in the show notes.  Crystal also serves on the board of ACES: the Society for Editing and is an instructor for the Editorial Freelancers Association.  In this episode, we talk about:  What “conscious language” is, a term coined by Karen Yin, who also created the Conscious Style Guide. What the difference between “conscious language” and “inclusive language” is. Why using conscious language — and critically assessing the language we use — in our content is important.  Style guides are just that: guides. The primary ones, such as the Associated Press Stylebook and the Chicago Manual of Style, don't always reflect the most updated and conscious language or the accepted language of a particular group.  Some pitfalls when editing and striving for conscious language. How we can advocate for using more conscious language at our associations.  How staff can respond to members who criticize using “woke” or “politically correct” language or content.  Why everyone should embrace and use “singular they” in their content.  How to think about which words to use when identifying people by race and ethnicity.  What ableism and ableist language is and how incredibly prevalent it is in our society.   What “inspiration porn” is and why not to write so-called “inspiring” stories of people with disabilities.  What an “authenticity reader” or “sensitivity reader” is and how associations can use these experts to avoid stereotypes and harming readers.  Resources: Crystal's Conscious Language Toolkits for Editors and Writers Crystal's website Crystal on Twitter Crystal on Instagram Crystal on LinkedIn Style Guides: Karen Yin's Conscious Style Guide Trans Journalists Association Style Guide Native Governance Center Style Guide National Center on Disability and Journalism Style Guide American Psychosocial Association (APA) Style  Lydia X. Z Brown's Glossary of Ableist Phrases  Authenticity reader directories: Editors of Color Database ACES–the Society for Editing's Editors for Hire database Editorial Freelancers Association Member Directory Writing Diversely Sensitivity Reader Directory Check out Melanie's other podcast for freelancers, consultants and solo business owners: Deliberate Freelancer (free on any podcast app).

Books That Make You Go On a Science Fiction Adventure That's Both Epic and Inclusive A writer since she was a child, Rebecca Inch-Partridge grew up writing stories about The Bionic Woman meeting, say, Captain Kirk. Escaping the Dashia, her first novel, is a YA science fantasy that tells the story of young telepath Twyla, abducted by her mother and forced to participate in the criminal organization that comprises the family business. The book was published by Black Rose Writing. A member of the Editorial Freelancers Association and Broad Universe, Rebecca frequently speaks at writers' conferences and pop culture conventions. Her writing, both fiction and non, has appeared in several magazines, and she has won Honorable Mention in the likes of Writers of the Future and Writer's Digest contests. She received her bachelor's degree from William Jessup University in (and she swears this isn't an oxymoron) Management and Ethics. Find out more on Books That Make You. You can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

The EFA is a community of editors, writers, indexers, proofreaders, researchers, desktop publishers, translators, and others who offer a broad range of skills and specialties. Its members are part of the largest and oldest national professional organization of editorial freelancers. Learn more at: https://www.the-efa.org///Draft2Digital is where you start your Indie Author Career//  Looking for your path to self-publishing success? Draft2Digital is the leading ebook publisher and distributor worldwide. We'll convert your manuscript, distribute it online, and support you the whole way—and we won't charge you a dime.  We take a small percentage of the royalties for each sale you make through us, so we only make money when you make money. That's the best kind of business plan.  • Get started now: https://draft2digital.com/• Learn the ins, the outs, and the all-arounds of indie publishing from the industry experts on the D2D Blog: https://Draft2Digital.com/blog  • Promote your books with our Universal Book Links from Books2Read: https://books2read.com  Make sure you bookmark https://D2DLive.com for links to live events, and to catch back episodes of the Self Publishing Insiders Podcast.

The right editor is worth their weight in gold, but how do you find them? Authors and editors will learn how to use the EFA as a matching service–no, it's not quite like a dating app but there are similarities! This is a free service for authors and a membership organization with lots of benefits for editors.

Listen in to Dr. Carla Michelle and Tiffany Vakilian bestselling author, an award-winning speaker, and an editor committed to facilitating global connection through words. She has her Master's (and additional certification) in Transformative Language Arts, and is also a member of ASCAP, The National Forensics League, The Transformative Language Arts Network, and the Editorial Freelancers Association.  A self-described quintessential Renaissance Gal shares her story about pain and triumph and how she used it to share her story with the world.  Tiffany helps authors like you grow from holding their stories inside to confidently sharing published books worldwide.  Are you ready? Even if you are not, reach out to Tiffany for her free workshop at bookwithtiffany  Questions? hello@drcarlainc.com 

This week, my special guest gives tips for both editors and authors alike. Be sure to have a pen and paper, or an electronic document handy, because you'll want to take copious notes during this informative conversation. Penni Askew is a professional book editor specializing in genre fiction who has been editing since 2015 when she began a two-year internship at a small publishing company. She opened her own business in 2017. Penni's approach to editing is to bring your best book to your readers. She sees herself as a combination of coach, teammate, and cheerleader who preserves your voice while polishing your story. Penni is a member of the Editorial Freelancers Association; ACES: the Society for Editing; and the Professional Editors Network . She is active in her local editing community and continues her professional development through webinars, classes, and conferences. She lives in North Texas with her family and enjoys knitting while listening to audiobooks and podcasts. Connect with Penni at the following links: Website: https://www.wordsummitediting.com/ Social media: https://www.facebook.com/Penni.Askew.Reads/ https://twitter.com/PenniAskew https://www.linkedin.com/in/penni-askew-39961819a/ https://www.instagram.com/dfweditor/ If you're looking for high quality content editing services at reasonable prices, send queries to theplotstitch@gmail.com Visit www.everyday-excellence.com and use promo code Inspirational Journeys to get 10% off any product on the site. Support this podcast with a monthly donation: https://anchor.fm/inspirational-journeys/support or you can give a one-time donation via PayPal at: https://paypal.me/annHarrisonBarnes?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inspirational-journeys/message

If you missed our live event this past Friday in the Story Craft Cafe, don't worry, we've got you covered! Join us as we recap this exciting Character Workshop with story coach Destiny Salter! This workshop specifically focused on how to push your characters to evolve. This is an episode you will want to listen to again and again. Enjoy! Destiny is the writing mastermind behind The Book Clinic and has been helping authors improve their novels for years. You can also check out this Character Creation Workshop she hosted for Dabble in December! About Destiny: I have had the rare experience of being on both sides of the publishing industry—I've worked under the top agents in New York City and I myself am a writer with extensive knowledge of my craft. I'm a graduate of Princeton University, where I studied English and Creative Writing. At university, I studied under best-selling authors and award-winning creative writers. Leaders in their genres, they taught me the ins and outs of story structure and the craft of great fiction writing. ​I have experience in the publishing industry, having worked for literary agencies such as Sterling Lord Literistic, and keep my finger on the pulse of the current publishing market. Having apprenticed under some of the top literary agents in NYC, I know not only what makes a good, compelling story, but exactly what literary agents and publishing houses are looking for from submissions.   The knowledge I've gleaned and the secrets I've learned go far beyond what you can simply find on the internet and are helpful both for those seeking traditional publishing or self-publishing. I've edited in fiction writing of all genres, including children's books, though I specialize in fantasy, romance, YA, and thriller/suspense.  I also have experience with non-fiction, particularly autobiographies, memoirs, and self-help. I'm a member of several professional editor organizations including ACES: The Society for Editing, Editorial Freelancers Association, Professional Editors Network and Editors of Color. ​I have three years of experience as a professional editor and proofreader, and in that time, I've edited scores of manuscripts, from children's picture books to large-scale epic fantasy novels. Whether you're trying to identify your target demographic or are struggling to develop a good character motivation, I'm here to guide you on your journey to publishing. I strive to be detailed, concise, honest, and intuitive, highlighting your story's strengths and shoring up its weaknesses. My goal is to preserve your voice as the author while also bringing out the best in your work. I value consistent and speedy communication with my clients to ensure I'm meeting their needs and that they can be exceptionally proud of the final product. If you're looking for an editing and storytelling expert who brings both value and experience to the table, I'm the one you're looking for.  

If you missed our live event this past Friday in the Story Craft Cafe, don't worry, we've got you covered! Join us as we recap this exciting Character Workshop with story coach Destiny Salter! This workshop specifically focused on how to push your characters to evolve. This is an episode you will want to listen to again and again. Enjoy! Destiny is the writing mastermind behind The Book Clinic and has been helping authors improve their novels for years. You can also check out this Character Creation Workshop she hosted for Dabble in December! About Destiny: I have had the rare experience of being on both sides of the publishing industry—I've worked under the top agents in New York City and I myself am a writer with extensive knowledge of my craft. I'm a graduate of Princeton University, where I studied English and Creative Writing. At university, I studied under best-selling authors and award-winning creative writers. Leaders in their genres, they taught me the ins and outs of story structure and the craft of great fiction writing. ​I have experience in the publishing industry, having worked for literary agencies such as Sterling Lord Literistic, and keep my finger on the pulse of the current publishing market. Having apprenticed under some of the top literary agents in NYC, I know not only what makes a good, compelling story, but exactly what literary agents and publishing houses are looking for from submissions.   The knowledge I've gleaned and the secrets I've learned go far beyond what you can simply find on the internet and are helpful both for those seeking traditional publishing or self-publishing. I've edited in fiction writing of all genres, including children's books, though I specialize in fantasy, romance, YA, and thriller/suspense.  I also have experience with non-fiction, particularly autobiographies, memoirs, and self-help. I'm a member of several professional editor organizations including ACES: The Society for Editing, Editorial Freelancers Association, Professional Editors Network and Editors of Color. ​I have three years of experience as a professional editor and proofreader, and in that time, I've edited scores of manuscripts, from children's picture books to large-scale epic fantasy novels. Whether you're trying to identify your target demographic or are struggling to develop a good character motivation, I'm here to guide you on your journey to publishing. I strive to be detailed, concise, honest, and intuitive, highlighting your story's strengths and shoring up its weaknesses. My goal is to preserve your voice as the author while also bringing out the best in your work. I value consistent and speedy communication with my clients to ensure I'm meeting their needs and that they can be exceptionally proud of the final product. If you're looking for an editing and storytelling expert who brings both value and experience to the table, I'm the one you're looking for.  

Today Tei, Hope and Bees talk about all sorts of professional writing, from copywriting/editing to journalism to nonfiction to original fiction, and why we/you should/should not do it. The Editorial Freelancers Association

Hey there word nerds! Today, I have the pleasure of interviewing Pamela Taylor. Pamela brings her love of history to the art of storytelling. An avid reader of historical fact and fiction, she finds the past offers rich sources for character, ambiance, and plot that allow readers to escape into a world totally unlike their daily lives. A history major in college, with minors in French and Spanish, she is also a classically trained musician and believes this has given her a special feel for the rhythm, dynamics, and phrasing of the written word. In addition to creating her own stories, Pamela is active in multiple writing communities. She is a member of the DFW Writers Workshop and is in her third year on the Judges Panel for the Ink & Insights Writing Contest. In 2018, she joined the team at DIY MFA where she writes the Historical Fiction column, “Past Perfect.” She is also a freelance editor and a member of the Editorial Freelancers Association. She shares her home with two Corgis who frequently remind her that a dog walk is the best inspiration for that next chapter. In this episode Pamela and I discuss: Techniques to craft compelling secondary characters.  How research and travel can help writers build a realistic historical world.  What a style sheet is--and why it’s an important part of the editorial process.  How to guide new readers into the second or third book in a series.  Plus, their #1 tip for writers. For more info and show notes: www.diymfa.com/310

Today on the show Jodi breaks down some book design basics for author-entrepreneurs. Book design is a specific skill set. Graphic design and web design are not the same. Your job as an author-entrepreneur is to hire someone who knows the ins and outs of professional book design. It’s tempting to use the designer you use in your business, but that’s typically a mistake. As Jodi’s friend and colleague Lisa Von de Linde says, as a reader, if a book is designed well, you don’t even notice or think about the design. Design is subjective, so while there are some “rules,” the design process is guided more by author preference and genre trends. Books are judged by their cover, but the interior should offer continuity with a book’s cover design. Author-entrepreneurs should be sure to ask about budget, time line, and process before hiring a book designer. To find a book designer, ask the other book publishing professionals on your team (editor, publicist, etc.), if you’ve hired anyone yet. If not, organizations like the Association of Independent Publishing Professionals and the Editorial Freelancers Association are good places to start. Resources from this episode: https://www.ibpa-online.org/general/custom.asp?page=standards-checklist-download http://www.lisavdesigns.com http://www.the-efa.org https://www.aipponline.org/ Listen here or on your favorite podcast player, and let me know what you think!

BookCon 2019 came to the Javits Center in NYC on June 1st and 2nd and host Nicole Rivera was there. This week Nicole shares her big takeaways from the workshops and panels she attended, as well as some quick interview from the floor of the show. Check the show notes link share below for resources Nicole found this weekend. Mentioned in this episode: *Any links to Amazon are affiliate links. Using any of these links to make any purchase on Amazon will support STOP WRITING ALONE.*   BookCon https://www.bookcon.com/ Chandler Klang Smith http://www.chandlerklangsmith.com/ Shut Up & Write http://shutupwrite.com/ Winning Westeros Conference (Panel Description) from BookCon2019 https://www.bookexpoamerica.com/en/Sessions/75282/Winning-Westeros WINNING WESTEROS by Max Brooks & ML Cavannaugh https://amzn.to/2HVVYpw STRATEGY STRIKES BACK by Max Brooks https://amzn.to/2WjOlNM For Fans, By Fans: A Fanfiction Addiction (Panel Description) from BookCon 2019 https://www.bookcon.com/en/Sessions/77412/For-Fans-By-Fans-Fanfiction-Addiction Tochi Onyebuchi https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/2155537/tochi-onyebuchi Tochi’s Twitter https://twitter.com/TochiTrueStory?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor   Blade of the Immortal  (Anime that inspired Tochi) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5084170/   Editorial Freelancers Association (efa) https://www.the-efa.org/ The Big Idea: Blake Crouch and Rob Hart (Panel Description) from BookCon2019 https://www.bookcon.com/en/Sessions/77243/The-Big-Idea-Blake-Crouch-Rob-Hart RECURSION by Blake Crouch https://amzn.to/2InQmn1 THE WAREHOUSE by Rob Hart https://amzn.to/31g1R8X NEW YORKED (ASH MCKENNA #1) by Rob Hart https://amzn.to/2K22Kwu TAKE-OUT by Rob Hart https://amzn.to/2JZEoU3 Little Infinite https://littleinfinite.com/ Little Infinite Poetry Instagram https://www.instagram.com/littleinfinitepoetry/ New Voices in YA (Panel Description) from BookCon 2019 https://www.bookcon.com/en/Sessions/77241/New-Voices-in-YA Couldn’t find “NovelingTeens” but I did find this https://www.readbrightly.com/6-great-websites-teen-writers/ Creative Writing MFA at The New School https://www.newschool.edu/public-engagement/mfa-creative-writing/ MFA in Writing at Vermont School of Arts https://vcfa.edu/programs/mfa-in-writing/ Pitchapalooza (Panel Description) frm BookCon 2019 https://www.bookcon.com/en/Sessions/77093/Pitchapalooza The Book Doctors https://thebookdoctors.com/ THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO GETTING YOUR BOOK PUBLISHED https://amzn.to/2ETeGMM Mixed Up Files of Middle Grade Authors https://www.fromthemixedupfiles.com/ NaNoWriMo Regions https://www.nanowrimo.org/regions Rememory by The Storymatic (memoir prompt game/tool) https://amzn.to/2Wu0yEn ISI by AnnaBeth Crittenden https://amzn.to/2Il97HQ “Still Shy” by Nicole Rivera on Medium.com https://medium.com/@nvrivera.mail/still-shy-57ea48451ba4 Buy Nicole a coffee (AKA support the podcast!) https://ko-fi.com/stopwritingalone   Places to connect to the STOP WRITING ALONE community and introduce yourself: Stop Writing Alone FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/stopwritingalone/ Join the Stop Writing Alone with Nicole Rivera FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2205774733034348/ Stop Writing Alone website: https://stopwritingalone.com/ Join the Stop Writing Alone email list: https://mailchi.mp/fcbe414431f5/tawgiveaway Nicole’s Instagram (be prepared for lots of #momlife exposure!): https://www.instagram.com/nv_rivera/ Nicole’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/nv_rivera The Stop Writing Alone voice number (call to introduce yourself!): (646) 907-9607   The EVERYONE CAN PODCAST crew. Here’s a list of podcasts made by my classmates coming out of Cathy Heller’s ECP course. This is one inspiring, creative, and informative bunch: The Soul Mammas Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-soul-mammas-podcast/id1393133041?mt=2&fbclid=IwAR1tjUxnEcrG1q_5m35ZzCduaS4fZJT2cYHl53CaWevMuRlcuvxBI6AFb3s How in the HELL Did I Get Here? https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/how-in-the-hell-did-i-get-here-the-podcast/id1448137091?mt=2&fbclid=IwAR2GyOaw93q3IplQLaF3_GZyzbgwEoxZFzB-uNQAoThKKghAKKCrVKYYohQ Creativity School https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creativity-school/id1447571085?fbclid=IwAR28GwcZ9Tu81dH7aLtxFoX68-yYEisH3socPrcjmbN0Xk-YY3REgQ9L1Fc The Ready Pause Go Career https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ready-pause-go-career/id1446761976?mt=2&fbclid=IwAR0GXU0O9TjFUcpTTIx_qfypkV1oizQwE_nBjD8hAW4G7x6PXq9PYwgs5IY Food Tribe https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/food-tribe/id1440417232?mt=2&fbclid=IwAR0dADVs36_TgBDzSHIBmFB5JhY6wgag9RpnaX5B8NWjVvB1QTB7Cz5tkjU The DaddyBe Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-daddybe-podcast/id1447237794?mt=2&fbclid=IwAR1wUDvNi9dl3vvWzuGPlGydgxiU7evJWKYJrjY-cgrfaWRPRF_xsralitU I Have Dreams Dammit! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/i-have-dreams-dammit/id1449508412?fbclid=IwAR0hmiKzF2ABgaqGwQVskxF-OQTV14v9uj1kTlLydvqFvST3kySb76YrKVw Lessons from a Quitter https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/lessons-from-a-quitter/id1412305413?mt=2 Do the Damn Thing https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/do-the-damn-thing/id1437481006?mt=2 Creative Cravings https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-cravings/id1451813556?mt=2&fbclid=IwAR3pbdpDTUdZHiowOls8Ixf03l4XraMUaB4bS66F3b9LQYrBe-p3uA6XpMo Elder & Wiser https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elder-wiser/id1453289708?fbclid=IwAR34ZTDVUcdIcHtt9tA1b67Z-WhmDtzM2GnTC8x4huJaS-YOowi1ij1Od2o Hustle Heartbreaks https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/hustle-heartbreaks/id1453207903?fbclid=IwAR2NAhma5OpBfR7P-XjMymAvDJhWVcvnizb5TqjZ5IncJIH4e8U49ai9nh0 Find Your Glee With Dinah G https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/find-your-glee-with-dinah-g/id1451375805?mt=2&fbclid=IwAR1_c5kV2wvsaFxwDe7zCMpyx047mtHl4eqskA0rc-FaPoIw-Hi8p84TYH0 Fiercely Human https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fiercely-human/id1458152113?mt=2&fbclid=IwAR2naSYYKVM_alyHraRPfggoxpA_UrRVVTw8HhIW8X5PT76bJxYUaqgEIOE   And our teacher… Don’t Keep Your Day Job https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-keep-your-day-job/id1191831035?mt=2

This week, we have Kristen Stieffel, author of the debut novel, Alara's Call. Kristen Stieffel is a freelance writer and editor specializing in science fiction and fantasy. She’s the associate editor of Havok, a flash fiction magazine focused on the speculative genres. Kristen provides author mentoring and a full range of editorial services in multiple genres for both the general market and the Christian submarket. Kristen is a member of the Editorial Freelancers Association and Christian Editor Connection and is a Word Weavers International mentor. In Episode 67: Kristen's impetus for writing Alara's Call. How President Dwight Eisenhower factors in to Kristen's book. Kristen admits how long it took to write the book. How her setting was designed to fit the story. Mentor characters yelling at the main character's father! How long does it take to cremate a horse? (Aaron isn't telling PETA.) We get into an argument about Kristen's favorite spec fic quote. Aaron refrains from going full über-nerd! (We're all grateful.) Kristen's Facebook Party (9/21/2017) You can find all our show notes at LasersDragonsAndKeyboards.com.

This week, we have Kristen Stieffel, author of the debut novel, Alara's Call. Kristen Stieffel is a freelance writer and editor specializing in science fiction and fantasy. She’s the associate editor of Havok, a flash fiction magazine focused on the speculative genres. Kristen provides author mentoring and a full range of editorial services in multiple genres for both the general market and the Christian submarket. Kristen is a member of the Editorial Freelancers Association and Christian Editor Connection and is a Word Weavers International mentor.   In Episode 68: Plotting! Pantsing! Who knows?! Start with the end in mind. He said WHAT?! Writing out of order. How do you K.O. a piece of paper? All hail the wonders of Scrivener! How MCs can change in the course of the book. Hurricane brain Write through the crap! Snacking! Tea! Bollywood! Classical Crossover music Kristen's longest trip for a writer's conference. Why do people complain about book prices? Gotta have the big parts in your novel first. Kristen's Facebook Party (9/21/2017) You can find all our episodes & show notes at LasersDragonsAndKeyboards.com.

KATHERINE Pickett, is the owner of POP Editorial Services, LLC, and the author of Perfect Bound: How to Navigate the Book Publishing Process Like a Pro, that can be purchased from HopOnPublishing.com. Since 1999 she has edited more than 300 books in a wide range of topics and genres. She is an active member of the Editorial Freelancers Association and the St. Louis Publishers Association and is president of the Montgomery County chapter of the Maryland Writers’ Association. See her beautiful infographic show notes, plus her top tips and advice for entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs at www.TodaysLeadingWomen.com or by clicking here!