Podcasts about first novel

Beth Castrodale worked as a newspaper reporter until her love of books led her to the publishing field. She was a senior editor at Bedford/St. Martin's and is the founding editor of the book-review website Small Press Picks. Her début novel, Marion Hatley, was a finalist for a Nilsen Prize for a First Novel from Southeast Missouri State University Press, and an excerpt from her second novel, In This Ground, was a shortlist finalist for a William Faulkner – William Wisdom Creative Writing Award. In a review of Castrodale's third novel, I Mean You No Harm, critic Bethanne Patrick observed, “Castrodale is the real thing, a novelist who fuses mordant humor and great genre tropes with warmth and courage.” An excerpt from her fourth novel, The Inhabitants, landed Castrodale an artist grant from the Mass Cultural Council. The novel will be released by Regal House Publishing on September 10, 2024.Master of Your Crafts is a captivating podcast featuring conversations with individuals who have dedicated themselves to mastering their craft. Whether it's a gift, talent or skill that comes naturally to them, these individuals have taken ownership and honed their abilities to perfection. Through deep conversation, we delve into their inner dialogue, actions and life circumstances offering words of wisdom to empower and guide you on a journey to becoming the master of your own craft.For more information, visit our website https://masterofyourcrafts.com and Bright Shining Light Website: https://brightshininglight.comStay connected with us:- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/masterofyourcrafts- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MasterOfYourCrafts/- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1M0vp9HoK7kkP1w4ij7PJd?si=7d383a92b93b4e2c- ApplePodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/master-of-your-crafts/id1512818795- Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/b15079de-bc6a-487c-b8f8-faca73d0f685/master-of-your-crafts- Google Play: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...

Diego Boneta knew he wanted to write a sexy, steamy murder mystery for his first novel. “And I also really wanted it to be a novel that was a great summer read.” That's exactly what he's done with The Undoing of Alejandro Velasco. Set in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, the story follows a mysterious young man, Julian Villareal, who arrives at the estate of his friend and tennis rival, Alejandro Velasco, after his sudden death. “You think he's this super rich kid from Mexico City, who's studying at UCLA, and then you slowly start realizing that he's not who he says he is.” The book is also being adapted by Amazon MGM Studios as an original series. “It's my first time doing this, where it's acting out a character that I wrote in a novel.” But for Boneta, whose father was a “national [tennis] champion in Mexico [and] played Wimbledon,” he's more than prepared to play Julian. “Julian is something that I already have in my DNA, because we've been working on this for so long now, I just want to make sure that it's the best version of the show that it can be for audiences to be entertained.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Fully Booked, we're joined by romance author Elle Christopher, whose debut novel is rooted in profound personal loss and emotional transformation. After the sudden death of her husband, Elle turned to writing as a coping mechanism for both herself and her five children. What started as a private act of healing eventually evolved into an immersive love story that has already struck a chord with early readers. Drawing from her background in corporate marketing, Elle shares how she applied those skills to the steep learning curve of self-publishing. From navigating beta reader feedback and laying the foundation for a personal brand, to finding authentic ways to connect with readers in a crowded market, Elle discusses her experience as a first-time author. With no formal writing background, she dove into research and quickly discovered that sincerity and authenticity can be some of the most powerful tools in reaching an audience.   Elle Christopher https://ellechristopher.com/   Hidden Gems Need our help publishing or marketing your book? https://www.hiddengemsbooks.com/author-services/ All episode details and links: https://www.hiddengemsbooks.com/podcast  

This week we're answering listener questions about how to write your first novel. We're sharing everything we learned in the process that we wish we could tell ourselves on day one! You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

Nigerian writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie hasn't published a novel in more than a decade. After writing literary hits like Americanah and essays like the popular We Should All Be Feminists, the author says she went through a period of writer's block. But now, she's out with a new novel Dream Count that tells the stories of four interconnected women. In today's episode, Adichie speaks with NPR's Michel Martin about a phrase that lodged itself in the author's mind and ultimately served as the book's first line. They also talk about a loss that caused Adichie to question how well she knew herself and a real-life sexual assault case that inspired her to write one of the novel's central characters.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedayLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Have you ever dreamed of writing a novel but don't know where to start? Maybe you've tried before, but the story just didn't come together—or you're staring at a blank page, unsure of what to do next.In our latest episode, we're talking to Steve Laube, seasoned literary agent and co-author of Write Your First Novel. Steve shares actionable advice on:Creating characters your readers will love.Crafting a plot that keeps readers hooked.Overcoming fear and embracing the writing process.You'll also learn the key to writing boldly and how to avoid common pitfalls that hold writers back.If you're ready to finally start your novel (and finish it!), listen in or read the blog version.Support the show

A writer of faith by day and mystery by night, Patricia Raybon is a Christy Award-winning author and essayist who writes the Annalee Spain Mystery Series and authors devotional writing for Our Daily Bread. A newspaper journalist right out of the gate, Patricia turned to mystery fiction during the pandemic and hasn't looked back. Her debut novel, “All That Is Secret,” won a Christy Award for First Novel and was picked by NBA All-Star Steph Curry as a Literati Book Club selection. The series' second installment, “Double the Lies,” won the Christianity Today Book Award for Fiction. The third in the series, “Truth Be Told,” was a New York Times Book Review pick among “4 Great Fictional Detectives.”Patricia cut her writing teeth in high-pressure newsrooms and won multiple awards for feature writing during her years at The Denver Post, where she was editor of the Sunday Contemporary Magazine, and later at the Scripps Howard Rocky Mountain News. Mid-career she taught print journalism for 15 years to bright graduate and undergraduate students at the University of Colorado at Boulder.Her personal essays have been published in the New York Times Magazine, Newsweek, USA Today, USA Weekend, Guideposts, In Touch Magazine, Christianity Today, the Washington Post, and for National Public Radio's Weekend Edition.A lifelong Colorado resident, Patricia lives near Denver with her husband Dan, a retired educator. With two grown daughters and five grandchildren, they enjoy movies, popcorn, college hoops, and Masterpiece Theatre historical mysteries on PBS. They also love spoiling their grand-dog Max and grand-kitty Mittens.https://www.patriciaraybon.com/ https://www.facebook.com/patricia.raybonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/patriciaraybon/https://x.com/patriciaraybon*********************************************************Judy is the CEO & Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group. She helps her clients design, build, and implement fully integrated and coordinated financial plans from today through life expectancy and legacy.She is an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner who specializes in Wealth Decumulation Strategies. Judy is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, Life and Health Insurance Licensed, and Long-Term Care Certified.Judy's mission is to educate and empower her clients with an all-inclusive financial plan that encourages and motivates them to pursue their lifetime financial goals and dreams.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, an SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-patricia-raybon-christy-award-winning-author-of-books-devotionals-and-novels

A new 'Craftwork' episode about the art of world-building. My guest is Francesca Segal, author of the novel Welcome to Glorious Tuga, available from Ecco. Segal is an award-winning British American writer. She is the author of a memoir, Mother Ship, and the novels The Awkward Age and The Innocents, the latter of which won the Costa Book Award for First Novel, the National Jewish Book Award for Fiction, and the Sami Rohr Prize, and was long-listed for the Women's Prize for Fiction. She lives in London with her family.  *** Otherppl with Brad Listi is a weekly literary podcast featuring in-depth interviews with today's leading writers. Available where podcasts are available: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, etc. Subscribe to Brad Listi's email newsletter. Support the show on Patreon Merch Twitter Instagram  TikTok Bluesky Email the show: letters [at] otherppl [dot] com The podcast is a proud affiliate partner of Bookshop, working to support local, independent bookstores. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Francesca Segal is a multi award winning writer with three excellent novels and an incredibly moving memoir under her belt. We talk about what it meant to win the 'Costa Book Award for First Novel' with The Innocents, and how you can quickly be brought down to earth with an unhelpful review. Francesca tells us about her latest novel, Welcome to Glorious Tuga - an uplifting and joyful escape set in a remote South Atlantic island, and her memoir Mother Ship - a heart wrenching and incredibly touching day by day account of the two months her premature twins were in hospital.

October 30, 1811. After a long struggle to find a publisher, Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility is released.Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more.History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser.Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

https://www.tomdeady.com Tom Deady's first novel, HAVEN, won the 2016 Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in a First Novel. He has since published several novels, novellas, collections, and his first YA horror novel. He has a Master's Degree in English and Creative Writing and is a member of both the Horror Writers Association and the New England Horror Writers Association. He resides in Arizona where he is working on his next novel. Mercedes is a member of the Horror Writers Association and co-chair of the Las Vegas HWA Chapter. VOX VOMITUS: Sometimes, it's not what goes right in the writing process, it's what goes horribly wrong. Host Jennifer Anne Gordon, award-winning gothic horror novelist and Co-Host Allison Martine, award-winning contemporary romance and speculative fiction novelist have taken on the top and emerging new authors of the day, including Josh Malerman (BIRDBOX, PEARL), Paul Tremblay (THE PALLBEARERS CLUB, SURVIVOR SONG), May Cobb (MY SUMMER DARLINGS, THE HUNTING WIVES), Amanda Jayatissa (MY SWEET GIRL), Carol Goodman (THE STRANGER BEHIND YOU), Meghan Collins (THE FAMILY PLOT), and dozens more in the last year alone. Pantsers, plotters, and those in between have talked everything from the “vomit draft” to the publishing process, dream-cast movies that are already getting made, and celebrated wins as the author-guests continue to shine all over the globe. https://mercedesmyardley.com Mercedes M. Yardley is a whimsical dark fantasist who wears stilettos, red lipstick, and poisonous flowers in her hair. She is the author of many diverse works, including Beautiful Sorrows, the Stabby Award-winning Apocalyptic Montessa and Nuclear Lulu: A Tale of Atomic Love, Pretty Little Dead Girls: A Novel of Murder and Whimsy, Detritus in Love, and the BONE ANGEL trilogy. She recently won the prestigious Bram Stoker Award for her story Little Dead Red. Mercedes lives and creates in Las Vegas with her family and menagerie of battle-scarred, rescued animal familiars. Mercedes is a member of the Horror Writers Association and co-chair of the Las Vegas HWA Chapter. www.jenniferannegordon.com www.afictionalhubbard.com https://www.facebook.com/VoxVomituspodcast https://twitter.com/VoxVomitus #voxvomitus #voxvomituspodcast #authorswhopodcast #authors #authorlife #authorsoninstagram #authorsinterviewingauthors #livevideopodcast #livepodcast #bookstagram #liveauthorinterview #voxvomituslivevideopodcast #Jennifergordon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voxvomitus/support

  I'm Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it's my morning writing.  As a receiver of thoughts and ideas, we as people tend to throw it to the side and deal with it later.  When a subject arrives, I dig in.  It's still keeping a journal!  By doing the research the picture becomes clearer.  This is the Daily Mess… Observations 93 and 94 Everybody's talking about it.  Some are trying to do something about it.  Why does time feel like it's flying too fast?  More than ever reading a novel is at a huge level of acceptance.  Have you ever wondered while reading where novels actually came from?   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

  I'm Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it's my morning writing.  As a receiver of thoughts and ideas, we as people tend to throw it to the side and deal with it later.  When a subject arrives, I dig in.  It's still keeping a journal!  By doing the research the picture becomes clearer.  This is the Daily Mess… Observations 93 and 94 Everybody's talking about it.  Some are trying to do something about it.  Why does time feel like it's flying too fast?  More than ever reading a novel is at a huge level of acceptance.  Have you ever wondered while reading where novels actually came from?   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Episode 201: Featuring Blag Dahlia of The Dwarves, Author and Singer of Introducing Ralph Champagne talks to us about Sleep & Gluttony, Introducing Ralph Champagne, Self And External Criticism And Editing, Working with Mad Mark Rude & Blag's First Novel, Holding Music Copyrights, Nina & Highland Falls, Blag's New Upcoming Podcast, Patron Questions about Sponge Bob, Meeting Your Heroes, and Stage Personae, plus much much blaggety blaggety blagmore more!Dwarves WebsiteBlag's book Highland Falls at RarebirdlitJughead's Basement Patreon

Scotty talks to award-winning author Rena Mason about her upbringing in both northern California and upstate New York, her early introduction to horror through "Godzilla" and Maurice Sendak's "Where the Wild Things Are," how a bad experience with an English professor, family obligations, and her career as an OR nurse steered her away from a literary career, but how a frustrating encounter with a disappointing "domestic drama" novel (which she thought would have been greatly improved by a third-act appearance by a famous movie slasher) convinced her to give writing a try. She discusses her influences from Stephen King, Shirley Jackson, and Clive Barker, and how her "blender" approach to genre lead to her strange, disturbing--and deeply satisfying--novel "The Evolutionist" (2013, Nightscape Press, winner of the Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in a First Novel). Rena and Scotty also talk about her Jack the Ripper-themed novella "East End Girls" (2013, Cemetary Dance Publications), how she developed her ear for dialogue, the joys (and dangers) of research rabbit-holes, balancing the demands for creating shorter content against the desire to keep writing longer work, and more. And Rena extols the virtues of the 1973 British occult biker movie "Psychomania"...which unfortunately Scotty didn't get to watch beforehand because of a weather-related mishap with his Internet (c'est la vie). You can find Rena online at https://www.renamason.ink You can find "The Evolutionist" at https://www.encyclopocalypse.com/product/the-evolutionist-rena-mason/125?cs=true&cst=custom You can find "East End Girls" at https://www.amazon.com/East-End-Girls-Rena-Mason/dp/B088JXC25B/ Be sure to tune in to Daniel Braum's YouTube series "Night Time Logic." The series focuses on the strange, weird, and wonderful side of dark fiction through readings and discussions with diverse authors from around the world. You can tune in on Daniel's You Tube Channel, which is his name DanielBraum or @danielbraum7838. Author Paul Tremblay will appear live on August 29 at 7 p.m., EST: https://www.facebook.com/events/797113355174358 This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Brent Butt talks to Ali Hassan about his novel Huge, Catherine Mack talks to Christa Couture about her series Every Time I Go on Vacation, Someone Dies and Premee Mohamed talks to Ryan B. Patrick about her novel on We Speak Through the Mountain on this episode of The Next Chapter: The Summer Edition with Christa Couture.

Many of us enjoy walking -- for exercise, to get where we're going, or simply to clear our head. Tina Mardel Stewart's daily walks took her to wooded trails and rugged coastlines. In the process, she walked right into a story she had to share. Mardel Stewart's first novel, "The Walkers," was released this spring, and she's in Corner Brook promoting it right now. Her connections to both Gander and Corner Brook go way back.

The award-winning novel The Island of Forgetting reimagines Greek mythology, children's book I Am Big explores race and hockey, The Damages is a chewy new read set in the 90s, and more.

Renée Watson has topped bestseller lists and won multiple awards for her children’s and young adult literature. But the author, who splits her time between Portland and New York City, recently released “skin & bones,” her first book for adults. The story follows 40-year-old Lena Baker as she navigates dating, fat-shaming, friendship and motherhood while also working to bring Oregon’s Black history to the general public. The book also deals with grief, faith and the things we pass from one generation to the next. Watson joins us in the studio to talk more about her adult fiction debut.

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She had a record of uninhibited and acerbic writing; she was preparing what appeared to be a super-racy tell-all memoir; and she had just secured a divorce from a prominent community member about whom they'd all heard some pretty tantalizing rumors. What was not to like? (French Prairie, Marion County; 1850s) (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/1909d.margaret-bailey-oregons-first-authoress-2of2-566.html)

In this podcast, we cover - 1. Blending Creativity Across Disciplines: Puneet shares insights on how her diverse experiences in news writing, advertising, and acting have shaped her approach to storytelling and creativity. She emphasizes the importance of adaptability and continuous learning in the ever-evolving media landscape. 2.⁠ ⁠Discipline and Rigor of Writing: How Puneet finished her book and found a publisher 3.⁠ ⁠Writing with Authenticity: Drawing from her debut novel, Puneet delves into the intricacies of writing with a blend of reflective realism and pop culture. Puneet Sikka is a media professional who has previously worked as a writer in the news and advertising industry. She is also an aspiring actress with performances in theatre, TV and digital commercials, short films as well as a feature film to her name. Puneet studied at the Lady Shri Ram College, Delhi and Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication, Pune. Her debut novel, Take No. 2020, is a hybrid of pop culture and realism that combines her lived experience within the entertainment industry and her passion for writing.

This week, Rachel and Lynne chat with writer Siobhan O'Brien, who has just released her first novel to much acclaim - All the Golden Light - details here: https://www.harpercollins.com.au/9781460762004/all-the-golden-light/. Siobhan talks about the writing process and how writing fiction was so different from her previous non-fiction projects.  She talks about the realities of being a first time author, including: Learning to market your book Meeting your readers How much you really make as a writer in Australia Doing the research for a historical novel Editing your book and learning how to 'kill your darlings' And why she's now working on a second book Connect with Siobhan on Instagram @siobhan.obrien.author  Don't forget about The Content Byte Summit from September 12-14, 2024 in Sydney. Sign up for updates for the Summit (or snap up tickets) at our website: https://thecontentbytesummit.com.au  Find Rachel www.rachelsmith.com.au  Find Lynne www.lynnetestoni.com  Rachel's List www.rachelslist.com.au Thanks (as always) to our sponsors Rounded (www.rounded.com.au), an easy invoicing and accounting solution that helps freelancers run their businesses with confidence. Looking to take advantage of the discount for Rachel's List Gold Members? Email us at: hello@rachelslist.com.au for the details. Episode edited by Marker Creative Co www.markercreative.co 

Kevin Barry, author of Dark Lies the Island, City of Bohane and Night Boat to Tangier returns with his new book The Heart in WinterBarry joins The Last Word to discuss his career to this point and the writing behind his new bookCatch the full conversation by pressing the 'play' button below...

Join hosts J.D. Barker, Christine Daigle, Kevin Tumlinson, and Dick Wybrow as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including the Romance Writers of America filing for bankruptcy, Polis Books, and how Costco plans to stop selling books year round. Then, stick around for a chat with Carol LaHines! Carol LaHines: For me, the most affecting stories are those that are leavened with a sardonic sensibility.  Italo Calvino, one of my favorite writers, notes “th[e] particular connection between melancholy and humor,” speaking of how great writing “foregrounds [with] tiny, luminous traces that counterpoint the dark catastrophe.”  I've always veered toward the great literary comic writers—from Cervantes to Laurence Sterne to Pynchon, with a particular reverence for Nabokov, who believed that the best writing places the reader under a spell. My debut novel, Someday Everything Will All Make Sense, was a finalist for the Nilsen Prize for a First Novel and an American Fiction Award. My second novel, The Vixen Amber Halloway, is forthcoming in 2024 (Regal House). My fiction has appeared in journals including Fence, Denver Quarterly, Hayden's Ferry Review, Cimarron Review, The Literary Review, The Laurel Review, South Dakota Review, North Dakota Quarterly, The South Carolina Review, The Chattahoochee Review, The Nebraska Review, North Atlantic Review, Sycamore Review, Permafrost, redivider, Literary Orphans, and Literal Latte. My story, “Papijack,” was selected by judge Patrick Ryan as the recipient of the Lamar York Prize for Fiction. My short stories and novellas have been nominated for a Pushcart Prize and been finalists for the David Meyerson Fiction Prize, the Mary McCarthy Prize, the New Letters short story award, and the Disquiet Literary Prize, among others. My nonfiction includes “New York est une ville a part,” appearing in chantier d'ecriture (Mémoire d'encrier, A. Heminway, ed.). I am a graduate of New York University, Gallatin Division, and of St. John's University School of Law. My teachers include Rick Moody, Phil Schultz, and Sheila Kohler. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/writersink/support

Carol LaHines' debut novel, Someday Everything Will All Make Sense, was a finalist for the Nilsen Prize for a First Novel and an American Fiction Award. Her fiction has appeared in literary journals including Fence, Hayden' s Ferry Review, Denver Quarterly, Cimarron Review, The Literary Review, The Laurel Review, North Dakota Quarterly, South Dakota Review, The South Carolina Review, The Chattahoochee Review, Sycamore Review, Permafrost, redivider, Literary Orphans, and Literal Latte. She lives in New York City. Killer Women is copyrighted by Author on the Air Global Radio Network #podcast #author #interview #authors #KillerWomen #KillerWomenPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #killerwomen #killerwomenpodcast #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #daniellegirard #daniellegirardbooks #carollahines

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Scotty talks to author C.J. Leede about going from a sci-fi and fantasy-reading medieval studies major who had "never read a horror novel in [her] life" to becoming the author of "Maeve Fly" (2023, Tor Nightfire), which is nominated this year for both a Splatterpunk Award and a Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in a First Novel. C.J. talks about immersing herself in horror and transgressive fiction, learning to love her newly adopted city of Los Angeles, celebrating female monstrousness in her work, and more. She and Scotty also discuss their love of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show." You can find C.J. online at: https://cjleede.com You can get your copy of "Maeve Fly" at: https://bookshop.org/p/books/maeve-fly-cj-leede/18738964 You can listen to C.J.'s "Maeve Fly" Spotify playlist at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/43upE7fyzFUo1wCY7iVOQf?si=6bc41c47f6b94b63 You can pre-order "American Rapture" at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQHMBG1Y/ You can listen to the most recent episode of "The Weirdest Thing," where Scotty and Amelia talk about the history of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" at: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3e9NY8GMtgNyxQXt70VfCX?si=85000aac9be14399 Be sure to tune in to Daniel Braum's YouTube series "Night Time Logic." The series focuses on the strange, weird, and wonderful side of dark fiction through readings and discussions with diverse authors from around the world. You can tune in on Daniel's You Tube Channel, which is his name DanielBraum or @danielbraum7838. The next episode will feature author Paul Tremblay, and will be live on August 29 at 7 p.m., EST: https://www.facebook.com/events/797113355174358 This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Mary takes on the recent buzz around "Big 5" publishing being a waste of time for authors by sharing her own story and how she views authorial success. --- Mary's Blog: https://maryadkinswriter.com/blog/in-defense-of-big-publishing The Elysian Article: https://www.elysian.press/p/no-one-buys-books

Dann McDorman always dreamed of writing and publishing a novel. After graduating from Columbia University, he spent a decade pursuing that dream with little impact. "Not only was I never published, I never heard back from a single publisher. I had zero success." As he hit his 30s, he found his way to a career in broadcast journalism initially working for Fox News but then climbing the ladder as a producer at MSNBC. Starting a family, his dream of being an author was put on the backburner. Today, Dann is the Executive Producer of "The Beat With Ari Melber" that airs weeknights from 6:00-7:00 pm. During the Covid-19 Pandemic and without a daily commute to the MSNBC Studios, Dann had some extra time on his hands. He started thinking about writing again. With his wife's encouragement, he wrote a full length mystery novel called West Heart Kill. And at the age of 47, his book was published by Knopf Publishing. Dann's advice to aspiring authors and second act pursuers: "Don't give up...Stick with it and don't think it's too late to be successful."   

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This week Jamie chats with Olivia Muenter, co-host of Bad On Paper podcast and author of Such a Bad Influence. They discuss her experience writing her first novel, the ins and outs of influencer fame, how the internet will impact kids in the future, and so much more. Follow along on IG: @itsJamieStone and @ALittleTooMuchPodcast Follow along on TikTok: @itsJamieStone Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! xo

I interviewed Nick Anthony a year or so ago about his experience writing a first novel and getting parts of it work-shopped. Today I catch up with him to find out what he's been doing and where he's at now on the road to getting his first book published. We talk about, among other things, how AI has helped him in the writing process; subjective and objective readers; the difference between screen writing and novel writing; Noam Chomsky on plagiarism; Elon Musk on Harry Potter; chess; photography; Joyce's Ulysses; Marcel Proust writing about me going to the corner store to buy a bag of milk; and more. The “Josh” I reference towards the end of the conversation is Josh Dolezal, who was a recent guest on The Biblio File podcast. He talked about, among other things, the experience of trying to find a literary agent.

It's important to learn from the challenges of a failed book rather than allowing it to define your career. The publishing industry can be harsh and unforgiving to writers in this situation. Unforgiving as in agents abandoning the writer or publishers turning away future work, not because of its quality, but because of the one book that didn't sell well. This week, we're joined by guest Ethel Rohan, whose story serves as a reminder that regardless of how brutal this industry can be, perseverance and reinvention can lead to triumph, and Ethel's story is testament to that truth. This episode is a great reminder to keep moving forward through the challenges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lisa is joined by Donald Altman, a psychotherapist, international mindfulness trainer, former Buddhist monk and award-winning author of over 20 books to talk about his book, Clearing Emotional Clutter: Mindfulness Practices for Letting Go of What's Blocking Your Fulfillment and Transformation.He is profiled in "The Living Spiritual Teachers Project" and featured in "The Mindfulness Movie." He also writes the Psychology Today Mindful Practices blog, which has been read by over 1 millions viewers. in 2023, Donald's spiritual suspense novel Travelers was named a Finalist in the Next Generation Indie Book Awards. Out of thousands of submissions worldwide, Travelers was chosen as a Finalist in two categories--"First Novel" and "General Fiction." In addition, Donald's Award-winning non-fiction spirituality and mindfulness books include "The Mindfulness Toolbox"--winner of two Gold IBPA Benjamin Franklin Awards as best book in the "Psychology" and "Body-Mind-Spirit" categories, "Clearing Emotional Clutter"--selected "One of the Best Spiritual Books of 2016" and "The Mindfulness Code"--chosen "One of the Best Spiritual Books of 2010." Other popular books include "Simply Mindful," "One Minute Mindfulness," "The Mindfulness Code," "Living Kindness," and "Reflect: Awaken to the Wisdom of the Here and Now."Donald has served as past vice-president of The Center for Mindful Eating, and has taught at both Portland State University and Lewis and Clark College Graduate School of Education and Counseling. He travels internationally as a keynote speaker and mindfulness workshop leader. His books have been translated word-wide. Visit: www.MindfulPractices.com and the Reflect Community: www.facebook.com/mndfulpracticesBOOK DESCRIPTION: Is emotional clutter blocking success in your personal and professional life? You've likely heard about the psychological benefits of clearing out the clutter in your surroundings, but how do you handle your emotional clutter the psychological version of the jam-packed closet or impenetrable garage? Shutting away and trying to hide old pains and traumas creates toxic patterns that can keep you from having the life of your dreams. Integrating mindfulness and cutting-edge neuroscience, international mindfulness expert Donald Altman teaches how to modify entrenched habits and patterns with only a few minutes of attention daily.Altman first helps you realize what your baggage consists of and how to transform or jettison it. He then shows how to avoid the daily danger of accumulating new emotional clutter. No matter how fraught your life or relationships may be, you can cleanse, heal, or accept the old wounds, mistakes, and disappointments. With Altman's lifestyle tools, you'll discover how to address your past, better deal with the present, and cultivate the best possible future. Start fresh with Clearing Emotional Clutter.

This week on Intentionally Blank, Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells talk about the novels they left in their "trunk" that have never seen the light of day since they were published. Along with these fascinating tales, Dan talks about his dislike of Denver, and Brandon talks about the "industry" writers belong in. Check out our previous episode of Intentionally Blank: https://youtu.be/B0MC28qit44Listen to Intentionally Blank wherever podcasts are available.Sound engineering by Daniel Thompson(0:00) - Dans Shameless Self Promotion(0:40) - What "Industry" writers work in(2:20) - Dan's Weekly Food Heist(5:19) - Denver Slander(8:40) - Trunk Novel Talk(10:15) - Dans one published Trunk Novel(11:04) - Brandon's First Trunk Novel(13:52) - Dan's First Novel(15:36) - Dans Third Novel(19:10) - Brandon's Second Novel(21:10) - Brandon's Fourth Novel(22:27) - Mistborn Prime(23:29) - Smaller Stake Stories (24:33) - Dans Fifth Novel (27:00) - Brandon's Division of Trunk Novels(28:31) - POSSIBLY Revising older Brandon Novels(31:49) - Dan Forgets an Entire Book He Wrote(33:00) - The Remaining Brandon Trunk Novels(33:42) - Dan Finds his 4th novel(34:42) - Closing Thoughts

Ray Nayler is the author of the critically acclaimed, Locus Award winning novel The Mountain in the Sea, and the upcoming The Tusks Of Extinction.    The Mountain in the Sea, in addition to winning the Locus Award for best First Novel, was a finalist for the Nebula Award and for the LA Times Book Awards' Ray Bradbury Award for Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Speculative Fiction. As always it is an honor to have you hear with us, dear listener, on another exciting episode of Book Reviews Kill!    

Follow the Labyrinth of the First Gen on InstagramSign Up for the Quarterly Labyrinth of the First Gen Newsletter at the bottom of our websiteThis episode features Dorothy Bell Ferrer, a writer, part-time professor at the City University of New York, and a doctoral candidate in Spanish, Latin American, and Caribbean literature at the University of Puerto Rico. Dorothy talks about her journey and experiences as a writer, her approach to identity, and how it influences her writing. She shares her belief in the fluidity of identity and her disinterest in being boxed into specific identities, advocating against reducing one's identity to marketable, narrow brackets. She underscores the importance of viewing and presenting identity as multi-faceted aspects that evolve over time."Entonces el sector eh, bel año le digo estas todo artículo de de. 20 afro latinas que tiene que leer 20 negras que tiene que no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no. En mi opinión, entiendo. El punto es visibili verdad o o verdad? Dar una, eh, un espacio, pero yo siento que también  escritoras es suficiente para mí, escritora y punto  que no tiene que poner adjetivo" ~Dorothy FerrerEnglish translation of Dorothy's quoteYou will see magazines that say, here are 20 Afro-Latinas that you have to read or  refer to black people in this way. Dorothy says, no, no, no. In my opinion. I understand, right? The point is visibility, to provide a space in this case, for these people.  However, I also feel.  The description of me as a writer is enough.  A writer period there's no need to put any other adjectivesTo learn more and read about Dorothy's work please check out her website here https://lasandungaqueserepite.wordpress.com/Episode Breakdown02:26 Introduction to Labyrinth of the First Gen Season 202:55 Dorothy's Journey as a Writer06:52 Dorothy's First Novel and Professional Writing12:22 Dorothy's Perspective on Identity25:28 Dorothy's Thoughts on Identity and Capitalism32:25 Dorothy's Words of Wisdom  The Labyrinth of the First Gen yearly survey to get your feedback on Season 1 and Season 2 is hereSchedule 30 minutes to chat with me during my open office hours

A good (no, a GREAT!) excuse to watch reality TV? Yep. Honestly, you're going to love this conversation with Rachel Harrison on how to make our writing stronger and have fun at the same time. Rachel Harrison is the National Bestselling author of BLACK SHEEP, SUCH SHARP TEETH, CACKLE, and THE RETURN, which was nominated for a Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in a First Novel. Her short fiction has appeared in Guernica, Electric Literature's Recommended Reading, as an Audible Original, and in her debut story collection BAD DOLLS. She lives in Western New York with her husband and their cat/overlord.How Do You Write Podcast: Explore the processes of How Do You Write Podcast: Explore the processes of working writers with bestselling author Rachael Herron. Want tips on how to write the book you long to finish? Here you'll gain insight from other writers on how to get in the chair, tricks to stay in it, and inspiration to get your own words flowing.✏️ Can I email you some writing help? http://rachaelherron.com/write

In this podcast, Rachel Harrison talks about Black Sheep, religion vs. cults, writing routine, and much more. About Rachel Harrison Rachel Harrison is the National Bestselling author of BLACK SHEEP, SUCH SHARP TEETH, CACKLE, and THE RETURN, which was nominated for a Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in a First Novel. Her short fiction … Continue reading

In this podcast, Rachel Harrison talks about writing horror stories, weddings, Goblin, and much more. About Rachel Harrison Rachel Harrison is the National Bestselling author of BLACK SHEEP, SUCH SHARP TEETH, CACKLE, and THE RETURN, which was nominated for a Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in a First Novel. Her short fiction has appeared … Continue reading

Author Dale Bridges joins us to discuss his first novel, The Mean Reds, a fun mystery novel featuring Sam, the self-deluded, weed-addled, but utterly relatable film buff protagonist, who encounters a hilarious cast of characters as he attempts to investigate the death of a stripper. Dale talks about the setting of the novel in Mountainview, a liberal college town, how he developed his characters, and how the novel was ultimately published by a university press. Dale also discusses his own development as a writer and offers advice for how others can persist and improve. The Mean Reds is a fun read and would make a great holiday gift, especially for movie buffs.Dale's website, including how to buy the bookhttps://dalebridges.org/Dale's art-related website:https://www.dalebridgesart.com/Thoughts? Comments? Potshots? Contact the show at:https://www.discreetguide.com/podcast-books-shows-tunes-mad-acts/Sponsored by Discreet Guide Training:https://training.discreetguide.com/Follow or like us on podomatic.com (it raises our visibility :)https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/books-shows-tunes-mad-actsSupport us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/discreetguideJennifer on Post.News:@JenCrittendenJennifer on Twitter:@DiscreetGuideJennifer on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferkcrittenden/

Most know Jann Arden as one of Canada's most successful singer-songwriters, who captured the hearts of fans with her smooth voice and landmark record “Living Under June.” But for more than a decade, she's been following another dream – writing a novel. That dream has finally been realised in her first book of fiction, “The Bittlemores.”

Welcome Sarahlyn Bruck to The TufFish Show, a place to help writers and aspiring authors get out of their own way to leave a legacy by telling the stories they want to share through writing their own books and confidently sharing them with others. The writing process can be tough and the business side can feel scary, but TufFish makes both feel smoother and achievable. Visit https://www.jennifermilius.com/tuffish to learn more. Your first manuscript may not be the first book you publish. In fact, it may be tucked away in a drawer as other pieces happened and made their way to bookshelves; however, this conversation with Sarahlyn Bruck shows how important that first book you write is. We talked about all the lessons she learned from her first piece that's still in a drawer, and how she applied those lessons and experiences to get other stories published. Sarahlyn also shared how she navigated getting her rights reversed for one of her stories. Sarahlyn Bruck writes contemporary, book club fiction and is the award-winning author of three novels: Light of the Fire (coming January 2024), Daytime Drama (2021), and Designer You (2018). When she's not writing, Sarahlyn moonlights as a full-time writing and literature professor at a local community college. From Northern California, she now lives in Philadelphia with her family. For the latest book news, events, and announcements, check out her website and subscribe to her newsletter. Follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at @‌sarahlynbruck. Visit - http://sarahlynbruck.com Book purchase links: LIGHT OF THE FIRE (2024) DAYTIME DRAMA (2021) DESIGNER YOU (2018)

In today's episode I speak with novelist, author, and professor Mecca Jamilah Sullivan, Ph.D. Our conversation focuses on her coming of age young adult debut novel Big Girl. Mecca is the author of the novel Big Girl, a New York Times Editors' Choice and winner of the 2023 Next Generation Indie Book Award for First Novel, Blue Talk and Love, winner of the Judith Markowitz Award from Lambda Literary, and The Poetics of Difference: Queer Feminist Forms in the African Diaspora, winner of the William Sanders Scarborough Prize from the MLA. She has earned honors from Bread Loaf, the Institute for Citizens and Scholars, the Mellon Foundation, the Center for Fiction, the NEA and others. Originally from Harlem, NY, she is an Associate Professor of English at Georgetown University and lives in Washington DC.

The protagonist of Susanna Hoffs' debut novel, Jane Start, probably listens to Dionne Warwick to hype herself up in the morning. Start is 33 and living with her parents – her days of pop stardom, for one song, are 10 years behind her. But in This Bird Has Flown, a romantic spark reignites a second chance for her creative endeavors, too. In today's episode, Hoffs tells NPR's Andrew Limbong how her own experiences as a rockstar influenced the story, which she's now adapting into a feature film.

Send us a Text Message.Reginald D interviews Tyler Snure, a self-published author, who lives in Ontario, Canada. Tyler was a 17-year-old senior high school student when his first novel, The Jewels of Fate was first published.  He has loved reading and writing stories since childhood. He started writing creatively at the age of seven and worked on this first book for over five years as a teenager. The idea behind his first novel began as a short story in elementary school and developed from there! The second novel in this trilogy, The Sword of Sorenth, was released a few years later. This action-packed series won't disappoint fans of fiction, fantasy, or adventure stories! If you love reading and writing and have dreamed of writing your own book or novel, please connect with Tyler on social media or participate in his free Master Class, which is happening soon.  You're never too young or too old to find your purpose , pursue your passion and fulfill your dreams.  It's time to start your journey of writing your own book!Tyler is currently a university student working towards his Bachelor of Arts in English.  Find below links to all of Tyler's contact information, links to purchase his books and also a link to join his free master class. The Jewels of Fate on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Jewels-Fate-Tyler-Snure/dp/1999244214/ref=sr_1_1?crid=PO11L7WFHBMC&keywords=the+jewels+of+fate&qid=1687031694&sprefix=the+jewels+of+fate%2Caps%2C108&sr=8-1 Website: https://www.snurestories.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/snure_stories/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/snurestories Free Masterclass Chapter 1 Challenge Session on June 27th: https://snurestories.ck.page/c02e7c6abbSupport the Show.For daily motivation and inspiration, subscribe and follow Real Talk With Reginald D on social media:Instagram: realtalkwithreginaldd TikTok: @realtalkregd Youtube: @realtalkwithreginald Facebook: realtalkwithreginaldd Twitter Real Talk With Reginald D (@realtalkRegD) / TwitterWebsite: Real Talk With Reginald D https://www.realtalkwithreginaldd.com Real Talk With Reginald D - Merchandise

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