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Matty Dalrymple talks with Roz Morris about MANAGING YOUR EDITORIAL CREW, including how authors can effectively manage their editing process, the role beta readers play in the development of an author's work, what the needs are for editing before submitting a work to a traditional publisher or an agent, and tips for indie authors on making the most out of their editing experiences and dollars.   Interview video at https://bit.ly/TIAPYTPlaylist  Show notes at https://www.theindyauthor.com/podcast.html    If you find the information in this video useful, please consider supporting The Indy Author! https://www.patreon.com/theindyauthor https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mattydalrymple   Roz Morris's novels and memoir have been recognized by major mainstream awards. She's coached award-winning writers in both fiction and non-fiction, taught creative writing for The Guardian masterclasses, blogged for Writers & Artists Yearbook, and been a regular judge on Litopia's Pop-Up Submissions show, critiquing manuscripts from promising writers. Roz is also the Editor-in-Chief of the Alliance of Independent Authors.   Matty Dalrymple is the author of the Lizzy Ballard Thrillers, beginning with ROCK PAPER SCISSORS; the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels, beginning with THE SENSE OF DEATH; and the Ann Kinnear Suspense Shorts. She is a member of International Thriller Writers and Sisters in Crime. Matty also writes, speaks, and consults on the writing craft and the publishing voyage, and shares what she's learned on THE INDY AUTHOR PODCAST. She has written books on the business of short fiction and podcasting for authors; her articles have appeared in "Writer's Digest" magazine. She serves as the Campaigns Manager for the Alliance of Independent Authors.  

Campaigns Manager Matty Dalrymple interviews ALLi Editor-in-Chief Roz Morris about the art and craft of ghostwriting. Roz discusses her path into the field, the range of genres she has worked in, and the importance of preserving the client's voice. They explore the balance between editing and ghostwriting, the collaborative process, and how ghostwriters often act as informal therapists. Roz also covers payment, time management, spotting red flags, and the rewards of ghostwriting despite its anonymity. Sponsors This podcast is proudly sponsored by Bookvault. Sell high-quality, print-on-demand books directly to readers worldwide and earn maximum royalties selling directly. Automate fulfillment and create stunning special editions with BookvaultBespoke. Visit Bookvault.app today for an instant quote. This podcast is also sponsored by Gatekeeper Press, the all-inclusive Gold Standard in Publishing, offering authors 100% rights, royalties, satisfaction and worldwide distribution. Gatekeeper Press, Where Authors are Family. About the Host Matty Dalrymple podcasts, writes, speaks, and consults on the writing craft and the publishing voyage as The Indy Author. She has written books on the business of short fiction and podcasting for authors, and her articles have appeared in Writer's Digest magazine. She serves as the campaigns manager for the Alliance of Independent Authors. Matty is also the author of the Lizzy Ballard Thrillers, beginning with Rock Paper Scissors; the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels, beginning with The Sense of Death; and the Ann Kinnear Suspense Shorts, including Close These Eyes. She is a member of International Thriller Writers and Sisters in Crime. About the Guest Roz Morris's novels and memoir have been recognized by major mainstream awards. She has coached award-winning writers in both fiction and nonfiction, taught creative writing for The Guardian masterclasses, blogged for Writers' & Artists' Yearbook, and served as a regular judge on Litopia's Pop-Up Submissions show, critiquing manuscripts from promising writers. Roz is also ALLi's editor-in-chief.

Matty Dalrymple talks with Roz Morris about NEWSLETTER MARKETING AS A CREATIVE ENDEAVOR, including how authors can creatively integrate personal stories and ongoing projects into newsletters to engage readers. Roz shares her journey of finding the right content for her newsletter, emphasizing the importance of marketing the author alongside the books. She provides insights into using personal adventures and research anecdotes to connect with the audience. And we also discuss the benefits of interactivity, the role of social media groups, and maintaining a consistent creative output that resonates with readers.   Interview video at https://youtu.be/BMKeTqUoM1M   Show notes at https://www.theindyauthor.com/247---newsletter-marketing-as-a-creative-endeavor.html   If you find the information in this video useful, please consider supporting The Indy Author! https://www.patreon.com/theindyauthor https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mattydalrymple   Roz Morris's novels and memoir have been recognized by major mainstream awards. She's coached award-winning writers in both fiction and non-fiction, taught creative writing for The Guardian masterclasses, blogged for Writers & Artists Yearbook and been a regular judge on Litopia's Pop-Up Submissions show, critiquing manuscripts from promising writers.   Matty Dalrymple is the author of the Lizzy Ballard Thrillers, beginning with ROCK PAPER SCISSORS; the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels, beginning with THE SENSE OF DEATH; and the Ann Kinnear Suspense Shorts. She is a member of International Thriller Writers and Sisters in Crime. Matty also writes, speaks, and consults on the writing craft and the publishing voyage, and shares what she's learned on THE INDY AUTHOR PODCAST. She has written books on the business of short fiction and podcasting for authors; her articles have appeared in "Writer's Digest" magazine. She serves as the Campaigns Manager for the Alliance of Independent Authors.

Come join Peter Cox, a literary agent, and his publishing industry friends for POP-UP SUBMISSIONS, the online manuscript submission event! Every week, Peter and his guests, along with the Pop-Up Genius Room, will review submissions from hopeful authors. Don't miss your chance to get your manuscript seen and heard! _________________________________________________________ Join us live in the YouTube chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK / 12noon EST _________________________________________________________ 0:00 Featured on today's show: 00:02:12 Rajat Narula, a World Bank lead financial management specialist, brings his global experience to life in his second novel, "Azalea Heights". Literary Thriller / Narrated by Emily Rainsford 00:16:53 Robert Peterson is a non-binary writer living between Florence and London. Their debut novel, "Voluptuaries," explores the nuances of two of the world's most iconic cities. Peterson's work is an exploration of identity and relationships in the modern world. Literary Fiction / Narrated by Emily Rainsford 00:37:05 It's a crime thriller called “Going, Going, Gone Bad” by Jack Henley. Psychological Thriller / Narrated by Geoff Sullivan 00:59:07 Adrian Bagley is the author of "The Electropop Appreciation Society", a novel about a woman's journey to self-discovery. A 49-year-old living in Surrey, Adrian has been housebound due to a severe ME/CFS diagnosis since he was 14. Writing since his teens, Adrian has honed his craft through short stories, running a writers group, and volunteering. Science fiction / Narrated by Beverley Dalton _________________________________________________________ Starring on this week's panel… No. 1 bestselling author WILL PEARSON! Together with Esteemed Litopian ANDY DICKENSON! _________________________________________________________ Check out Will Pearson's website: WillPearsonBooks.Com Make a submission⇛ https://subs.litopia.com Audio podcast⇛ https://pop.litopia.com Our Narrators⇛ https://voice.litopia.com We're doing something exciting, a little bit risky, and very new… Please support us by subscribing to our channel and by spreading the word on your social media! ✪ POP-UP GEAR ✪ Microphones⇛ Shure SM7B https://amzn.to/3wJ62uo Preamp⇛ ART TPS II 2-channel Tube Microphone Preamp https://amzn.to/3kG11Af Audio interface⇛ Marian Seraph 8 MKII TRS https://www.thomann.de/gb/marian_seraph_8_mkii_trs.htm Cameras⇛ Sony Vlog ZV-1 https://amzn.to/3MDDU2i Lighting⇛ Elgato Key Light - Professional 2800 lumens Studio Light with desk clamp https://amzn.to/3wKLwtr Vision Mixing⇛ Elgato Stream Deck XL – Advanced Studio Controller https://amzn.to/38Fzl96 Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 White https://amzn.to/3MQtbo4 #writingtips #writingtipsandtricks #books #author

Come to POP-UP SUBMISSIONS and witness literary agent Peter Cox and his special guests from the publishing world as they evaluate manuscripts from aspiring authors. Every week, the experts in the Pop-Up Genius Room provide their critiques and opinions on the submissions. Don't miss this unique opportunity to see the inner workings of the literary industry! _________________________________________________________ Join us live in the YouTube chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK / 12noon EST _________________________________________________________ 0:00 Featured on today's show: 00:02:50 Simon Perry is an extraordinary individual. A historian at Cambridge, ex-military, and former rough sleeper, Perry has used his experience to write the inspiring book, "Pure Flight". Historical Adventure / Narrated by Kay Leitch 00:21:09 Matthew Carr is an award-winning Sheffield-based writer and journalist, author of eight published books, including the novels "The Devils of Cardona" and "Black Sun Rising", and the memoir "My Father's House". His latest book, "My Blank Pages", is a reflection on his writing life, exploring why writers take risks, and the things that can go wrong and right. Memoir / Narrated by Beverley Dalton 00:44:08 Steve Legomsky, author of "Change and Delusion," is a published fiction writer, law professor, and former Chief Counsel of the federal immigration services agency in the Obama Administration. He has authored three academic books and numerous law review articles and op-ed pieces. Legomsky has also held visiting academic positions at universities in 12 countries. short story collection / Narrated by M.E. Lewis 01:04:26 Colin Culbreth is a US-based author from a small town in North-Eastern Oregon. He recently released his debut novel, "Mirage", and is ready to bring his charming personality and wonderful smile to the world of literature. Colin's story is one of a small-town man who, despite the odds, achieved his dream of becoming a published author. Speculative Fiction / Narrated by Peggy Brusseau _________________________________________________________ Starring on this week's panel… bestselling author EMMA ROBINSON! Together with Esteemed Litopian KAYLIE FINN! _________________________________________________________ Check out Emma Robinson's website: MotherhoodForSlackers.Com Make a submission⇛ https://subs.litopia.com Audio podcast⇛ https://pop.litopia.com Our Narrators⇛ https://voice.litopia.com We're doing something exciting, a little bit risky, and very new… Please support us by subscribing to our channel and by spreading the word on your social media! ✪ POP-UP GEAR ✪ Microphones⇛ Shure SM7B https://amzn.to/3wJ62uo Preamp⇛ ART TPS II 2-channel Tube Microphone Preamp https://amzn.to/3kG11Af Audio interface⇛ Marian Seraph 8 MKII TRS https://www.thomann.de/gb/marian_seraph_8_mkii_trs.htm Cameras⇛ Sony Vlog ZV-1 https://amzn.to/3MDDU2i Lighting⇛ Elgato Key Light - Professional 2800 lumens Studio Light with desk clamp https://amzn.to/3wKLwtr Vision Mixing⇛ Elgato Stream Deck XL – Advanced Studio Controller https://amzn.to/38Fzl96 Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 White https://amzn.to/3MQtbo4 #writingtips #writingtipsandtricks #books #author

Gather with literary agent Peter Cox and his publishing industry acquaintances at POP-UP SUBMISSIONS, the internet's first-ever real-time manuscript submission event! Every week, five entries are reviewed. Subsequently, it is up to Peter and his colleagues – plus the experts in the Pop-Up Genius Room – to give their opinion! _________________________________________________________ Join us live in the YouTube chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK / 12noon EST _________________________________________________________ Featured on today's show: * Claire Gallagher, a forty-one-year-old, part-time primary school teacher from Birmingham, is the author of the book "What She Wore". Historical fiction/family saga / Narrated by Martin Ross * Kim Pennings is an Australian author and former criminal and family lawyer who has now turned her hand to managing a family business and writing. Her debut novel, "Lady Hangman", is the result of a series of unusual events, leading to a feeling of being chosen to write the story. Historical fiction and would appeal to literary and crime readers / Narrated by Emily Rainsford * "The Tragedy of Medusa" is Hayley Mitchell's third Poetic Verse Novel, written under the Pen Name H.M Roberts. Award winning author of "Breaking Birds" and 2022 Semi-finalist for "Prophecy of Achilles", Hayley is also a teacher, children's author and a lover of Greek myths. Greek myth retelling/historical fiction / Narrated by Jon Duffy * M. Dupré is a new and aspiring science-fiction writer, author of "The Blue". With a background in software engineering and a passion for trail-running, woodworking, and composing music, M. Dupré brings a unique perspective to their work. Drawing on their experiences living and working in Singapore, Indonesia, and the US, M. Dupré creates characters and stories that are both deep and realistic. First-Contact Sci-Fi / Narrated by Barbara Rickenbacher * Catherine Gillard is a South Fremantle-based author of "The Offshore Solution", a Master of Creative Writing (UWA) and a PhD (creative writing) candidate at UWA. Her work has been featured in Westerly, Verge and SWAMP, and she was shortlisted for the TAG Hungerford Award (2016). Science Fiction / Narrated by Geoff Sullivan _________________________________________________________ Starring on this week's panel… author ROBIN JEFFREY! Together with Litopia's very own ANDY DICKENSON! _________________________________________________________ Check out Robin Jeffrey's website: RobinJeffreyAuthor.Com Make a submission⇛ https://subs.litopia.com Audio podcast⇛ https://pop.litopia.com Our Narrators⇛ https://voice.litopia.com We're doing something exciting, a little bit risky, and very new… Please support us by subscribing to our channel and by spreading the word on your social media! ✪ POP-UP GEAR ✪ Microphones⇛ Shure SM7B https://amzn.to/3wJ62uo Preamp⇛ ART TPS II 2-channel Tube Microphone Preamp https://amzn.to/3kG11Af Audio interface⇛ Marian Seraph 8 MKII TRS https://www.thomann.de/gb/marian_seraph_8_mkii_trs.htm Cameras⇛ Sony Vlog ZV-1 https://amzn.to/3MDDU2i Lighting⇛ Elgato Key Light - Professional 2800 lumens Studio Light with desk clamp https://amzn.to/3wKLwtr Vision Mixing⇛ Elgato Stream Deck XL – Advanced Studio Controller https://amzn.to/38Fzl96 #writingtips #writingtipsandtricks #books #author

Attend POP-UP SUBMISSIONS, the web's first ever live manuscript submission event hosted by literary agent Peter Cox and his guests from the publishing industry! Every week, five submissions are examined and evaluated by Peter and his guests, as well as the experts in the Pop-Up Genius Room. _________________________________________________________ Join us live in the YouTube chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK / 12noon EST _________________________________________________________ 0:00 Featured on today's show: 00:03:33 * Nicki Bell is a self-published author of the #1 Amazon bestseller novella "The Perfect Sham" and the romantic comedy series "Sweet in Scotland". She lives in Scotland with her husband and two children, where she enjoys writing and spending time with her family. Psychological thriller / Narrated by Peggy Brusseau 00:19:57 * Emma Smith is an Irish writer who has had a number of short stories published. After studying journalism, she applied herself to creative writing and has now completed her debut novel, "The Scent of a Monster", which explores environmental/climate issues in a fantasy/sci-fi setting. Fantasy / Narrated by Geoff Sullivan 00:34:22 * Elika Ansari is a published author, refugee youth worker, yoga instructor, and social scientist. Her latest book, "The Caterbury Tails: The Magicats +1" is a middle-grade fantasy novel about the effects of climate change. Middle grade fantasy / Narrated by Alison Gardiner 00:55:23 * Christina Boyd is a "Woman In The Painting" author, writer, editor, reviewer, artist, and great reader. Her debut novel was a 2022 top finalist in two literary contests and her work has been featured in over fifty books. Christina's own English fantasy came true when she sipped champagne with Henry Cavill atop the London Eye. upmarket: dual-era romantic fiction with elements of magical realism and mystery / Narrated by M.E. Lewis 01:11:06 * "A Shark To The Killing" is the debut novel by Ian Siragher, a recently retired business executive turned writer and ceramic artist. His exploration of 3D printing to create slipcasting moulds has seen him become a regular exhibitor at prestigious ceramic shows. With the help of The Literary Consultancy and Jericho Writers Ultimate Novel Writing Course, he has completed 3 novels, with 3 more in development. Detective, Thriller. / Narrated by Geoff Sullivan _________________________________________________________ Starring on this week's panel… Award-Winning Publisher BELLA PEARSON! Together with Litopia's very own KAYLIE FINN! _________________________________________________________ Check out Bella Pearson's website: GuppyBooks.Co.Uk Make a submission⇛ https://subs.litopia.com Audio podcast⇛ https://pop.litopia.com Our Narrators⇛ https://voice.litopia.com We're doing something exciting, a little bit risky, and very new… Please support us by subscribing to our channel and by spreading the word on your social media! ✪ POP-UP GEAR ✪ Microphones⇛ Shure SM7B https://amzn.to/3wJ62uo Preamp⇛ ART TPS II 2-channel Tube Microphone Preamp https://amzn.to/3kG11Af Audio interface⇛ Marian Seraph 8 MKII TRS https://www.thomann.de/gb/marian_seraph_8_mkii_trs.htm Cameras⇛ Sony Vlog ZV-1 https://amzn.to/3MDDU2i Lighting⇛ Elgato Key Light - Professional 2800 lumens Studio Light with desk clamp https://amzn.to/3wKLwtr Vision Mixing⇛ Elgato Stream Deck XL – Advanced Studio Controller https://amzn.to/38Fzl96 #writingtips #writingtipsandtricks #books #author

Be a part of POP-UP SUBMISSIONS, the internet's first ever live manuscript submission event, hosted by literary agent Peter Cox and his expert guests from the publishing industry. Every week, five submissions are reviewed and the verdict is given by Peter, his guests and the geniuses in the Pop-Up Genius Room. Every month, one winner goes on to the quarterly knock-out where they are fast-tracked to a renowned publisher for serious publishing consideration. _________________________________________________________ Join us live in the YouTube chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK / 12noon EST _________________________________________________________ 0:00 Featured on today's show: 00:03:37 * "Break Glass" is the debut novel by Ryan Pote, a twelve-year Navy veteran, helicopter pilot, and special operations task force leader. Pote is a master's degree holder and former scuba diving instructor and technician. Thriller / Narrated by Barbara Rickenbacher 00:18:55 * "Silence of the Stars" is Patrick Leitzen's debut science fiction novel. A National Guard infantryman and logistics professional, Patrick brings his unique experiences and passion for writing to the page. Science Fiction/ Space Opera / Narrated by Alison Gardiner 00:43:17 * Starr Diethorn is a multi-talented author and MBA graduate with thirty-six years of marriage and two daughters. She has written two novels in the mystery genre, including "Death at Wildbough". Mystery / Narrated by Hannah Faoileán 01:02:53 * Doug Hunter is the author of the book "Goat Boy", his first published work. Hunter, a Calgarian, brings to life his characters and experiences through a unique and entertaining perspective. His love for stories and creative universe contribute to his ability to capture imaginations and deeply entertain. Science Fiction / Narrated by Martin Ross 01:17:02 * Walkiria Bass is a psychotherapist and aspiring author from Brazil, now living in England. She is an activist and volunteer translator for Stop Ecocide and uses writing to process trauma. Her latest book, "Seven Magpies Falling Dead from the Skies", is her therapeutic process to deal with eco-grief. Her previous book is the well-received self-published memoir "The Mother of Honey". Fast paced commercial contemporary fiction thriller / Narrated by Geoff Sullivan _________________________________________________________ Starring on this week's panel… Bestselling Author RC BRIDGESTOCK! Together with Litopia's very own ALI GARDINER! _________________________________________________________ Check out RC Bridgestock's website: RCBridgestock.Com Make a submission⇛ https://subs.litopia.com Audio podcast⇛ https://pop.litopia.com Our Narrators⇛ https://voice.litopia.com We're doing something exciting, a little bit risky, and very new… Please support us by subscribing to our channel and by spreading the word on your social media! ✪ POP-UP GEAR ✪ Microphones⇛ Shure SM7B https://amzn.to/3wJ62uo Preamp⇛ ART TPS II 2-channel Tube Microphone Preamp https://amzn.to/3kG11Af Audio interface⇛ Marian Seraph 8 MKII TRS https://www.thomann.de/gb/marian_seraph_8_mkii_trs.htm Cameras⇛ Sony Vlog ZV-1 https://amzn.to/3MDDU2i Lighting⇛ Elgato Key Light - Professional 2800 lumens Studio Light with desk clamp https://amzn.to/3wKLwtr Vision Mixing⇛ Elgato Stream Deck XL – Advanced Studio Controller https://amzn.to/38Fzl96 #writingtips #writingtipsandtricks #books #author

Join literary agent Peter Cox and his guests from the publishing business for POP-UP SUBMISSIONS, the net's first live manuscript submission event! Each week we look at five submissions. Then it's up to Peter and his guests – and the geniuses in the Pop-Up Genius Room – to deliver their verdict! Each monthly winner goes forward to a quarterly knock-out: the winner is fast-tracked to a leading publisher for serious publishing consideration. _________________________________________________________ Join us live in the YouTube chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK / 12noon EST _________________________________________________________ Today's submissions are: * Arne Unsaved - Literary Historical Fiction by Kathy Finstad-Schembri; * GeorgeAnn High School: Girls, Football and Jesus - Young Adult by Doug Channell; * George - Crime Fiction/Psychological Thriller by Matthew Pimentel; * Skalakara - Speculative / Supernatural Trhiller by Seth Lynch; * Black's Dark Blue - Literary Historical Fiction by Christopher Sullivan. _________________________________________________________ Starring on this week's panel… Bestselling Author JAMIE MOLLART! Together with Litopia's very own ANNIE SUMMERLEE! _________________________________________________________ Check out Jamie Mollart's website: JamieMollart.Co.Uk Make a submission⇛ https://subs.litopia.com Audio podcast⇛ https://pop.litopia.com Our Narrators⇛ https://voice.litopia.com We're doing something exciting, a little bit risky, and very new… Please support us by subscribing to our channel and by spreading the word on your social media! ✪ POP-UP GEAR ✪ Microphones⇛ Shure SM7B https://amzn.to/3wJ62uo Preamp⇛ ART TPS II 2-channel Tube Microphone Preamp https://amzn.to/3kG11Af Audio interface⇛ Marian Seraph 8 MKII TRS https://www.thomann.de/gb/marian_seraph_8_mkii_trs.htm Cameras⇛ Sony Vlog ZV-1 https://amzn.to/3MDDU2i Lighting⇛ Elgato Key Light - Professional 2800 lumens Studio Light with desk clamp https://amzn.to/3wKLwtr Vision Mixing⇛ Elgato Stream Deck XL – Advanced Studio Controller https://amzn.to/38Fzl96 #writingtips #writingtipsandtricks #books #author

Join literary agent Peter Cox and his guests from the publishing business for POP-UP SUBMISSIONS, the net's first live manuscript submission event Each week we look at five submissions. Then it's up to Peter and his guests – and the geniuses in the Pop-Up Genius Room – to deliver their verdict! Each monthly winner goes forward to a quarterly knock-out: the winner is fast-tracked to a leading publisher for serious publishing consideration. _________________________________________________________ Join us live in the YouTube chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK / 12noon EST _________________________________________________________ 0:00 On today's show: 00:00:57 Gunbarrel Highway - Suspense/Thriller by Sean Bridges; 00:21:21 The Curtain Realm - Middle Grade Fantasy by Nicole Crompton; 00:40:02 The Economics of Kindness: 247 ways to end the economics of selfishness and build an economy that works for all – and for nature, too - Non-fiction by Guy Dauncey; 01:04:01 Conspiracy - Historical fiction by Liz Brown; 01:19:15 Daisy Roberts is Dead - Suspense/Thriller by Claire Gallagher. _________________________________________________________ Starring on this week's panel… Bestselling Author LEE MURRAY! Together with Litopia's very own BEV DALTON! _________________________________________________________ Check out Lee Murray's website: LeeMurray.Info Make a submission⇛ https://subs.litopia.com Audio podcast⇛ https://pop.litopia.com Our Narrators⇛ https://voice.litopia.com We're doing something exciting, a little bit risky, and very new… Please support us by subscribing to our channel and by spreading the word on your social media! ✪ POP-UP GEAR ✪ Microphones⇛ Shure SM7B https://amzn.to/3wJ62uo Preamp⇛ ART TPS II 2-channel Tube Microphone Preamp https://amzn.to/3kG11Af Audio interface⇛ Marian Seraph 8 MKII TRS https://www.thomann.de/gb/marian_seraph_8_mkii_trs.htm Cameras⇛ Sony Vlog ZV-1 https://amzn.to/3MDDU2i Lighting⇛ Elgato Key Light - Professional 2800 lumens Studio Light with desk clamp https://amzn.to/3wKLwtr Vision Mixing⇛ Elgato Stream Deck XL – Advanced Studio Controller https://amzn.to/38Fzl96 #writingtips #writingtipsandtricks #books #author

Join literary agent Peter Cox and his guests from the publishing business for POP-UP SUBMISSIONS, the net's first live manuscript submission event! _________________________________________________________ Join us live in the YouTube chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK / 12noon EST _________________________________________________________ 0:00 On today's show: 00:01:34 Trust No Spy - Martini flavoured spy thriller / grounded steampunk by John Hansen; 00:17:18 Wildlight - Fantasy by Jasmine Lockhart; 00:37:59 Personal Literary Companion - Speculative fiction by Margaret Bargate; 00:53:51 Love, Joy, and Lattes - Contemporary Romance by Harmony Noble; 01:14:01 Fire - Martini flavoured spy thriller / grounded steampunk by Alison Langley. _________________________________________________________ Starring on this week's panel… Writer Coach and Muse ROZ MORRIS! Together with Litopia's very own ANDY DICKENSON! _________________________________________________________ Check out Roz Morris's website: RozMorris.Org Make a submission⇛ https://subs.litopia.com Audio podcast⇛ https://pop.litopia.com Our Narrators⇛ https://voice.litopia.com We're doing something exciting, a little bit risky, and very new… Please support us by subscribing to our channel and by spreading the word on your social media! ✪ POP-UP GEAR ✪ Microphones⇛ Shure SM7B https://amzn.to/3wJ62uo Preamp⇛ ART TPS II 2-channel Tube Microphone Preamp https://amzn.to/3kG11Af Audio interface⇛ Marian Seraph 8 MKII TRS https://www.thomann.de/gb/marian_sera... Cameras⇛ Sony Vlog ZV-1 https://amzn.to/3MDDU2i Lighting⇛ Elgato Key Light - Professional 2800 lumens Studio Light with desk clamp https://amzn.to/3wKLwtr Vision Mixing⇛ Elgato Stream Deck XL – Advanced Studio Controller https://amzn.to/38Fzl96 #writingtips #writingtipsandtricks #books #author

Join literary agent Peter Cox and his guests from the publishing business for POP-UP SUBMISSIONS, the net's first live manuscript submission event! Each week we look at five submissions. Then it's up to Peter and his guests – and the geniuses in the Pop-Up Genius Room – to deliver their verdict! Each monthly winner goes forward to a quarterly knock-out: the winner is fast-tracked to a leading publisher for serious publishing consideration. _________________________________________________________ Join us live in the YouTube chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK / 12noon EST _________________________________________________________ Today's submissions are: Adam, the Games Begin - commercial fiction by Thomas Williams; Starcatcher - YA historical fantasy by Emma Nobbs; It Stared Without Eyes - fantasy mystery by Lena Christina van der Vrande; Pam Dickens Keeps Christmas All The Year - commercial women's fiction by Sarah Tipper; The Great Escape of April Gall - commercial fiction by Clare Starling. _________________________________________________________ Starring on this week's panel… creator of detective-story-obsessed android Cadence Turing ROBIN JEFFREY! Together with Litopia's very own ALI GARDINER! _________________________________________________________ Check out Robin Jeffrey's website: RobinJeffreyAuthor.Com Make a submission⇛https://subs.litopia.com Audio podcast⇛https://pop.litopia.com Our Narrators⇛https://voice.litopia.com We're doing something exciting, a little bit risky, and very new… Please support us by subscribing to our channel and by spreading the word on your social media! ✪ POP-UP GEAR ✪ Microphones⇛ Shure SM7B https://amzn.to/3wJ62uo Preamp⇛ ART TPS II 2-channel Tube Microphone Preamp https://amzn.to/3kG11Af Audio interface⇛Marian Seraph 8 MKII TRS https://www.thomann.de/gb/marian_seraph_8_mkii_trs.htm Cameras⇛ Sony Vlog ZV-1 https://amzn.to/3MDDU2i Lighting⇛ Elgato Key Light - Professional 2800 lumens Studio Light with desk clamp https://amzn.to/3wKLwtr Vision Mixing⇛ Elgato Stream Deck XL – Advanced Studio Controller https://amzn.to/38Fzl96 #writingtips #writingtipsandtricks #books #author

Do you have a bestseller in you? Would you like to help discover tomorrow's bestselling books, authors and writers? Then join us live every Sunday to take part in POP-UP SUBMISSIONS, the net's first live and open manuscript submission event! You'll learn the tricks of the trade – direct from publishing professionals, bestselling authors and of course your host – literary agent Peter Cox. Each week we look at five submissions. Then it's up to you to tell us what you think of each one – and to VOTE! Each month's winner is fast-tracked straight to a leading publisher for serious publishing consideration. Today's submissions are: * TRUTH - Historical Fiction by Danny Brainin; * The dawn of a new world: stories of six people and their ideas - non-fiction by Gianluca Sarri; * Oxford Revisited - Psychological Drama by Sheikh Rafi Ahmad (Dr); * Chimera - fiction by Cora Tate; * The Lightning Rod - Historical Fiction by Bill Zaget. Featuring Special Guests author and tutor Roz Morris and Litopia's Ed Simnett! Join us live in the YouTube chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK / 12noon EST Make a submission: https://subs.litopia.com Audio podcast: https://pop.litopia.com Our Narrators: https://voice.litopia.com Vote on today's show: https://vote.litopia.com #writingcommunity #writingtips

Do you have a bestseller in you? Would you like to help discover tomorrow's bestselling books, authors and writers? Then join us live every Sunday to take part in POP-UP SUBMISSIONS, the net's first live and open manuscript submission event! You'll learn the tricks of the trade – direct from publishing professionals, bestselling authors and of course your host – literary agent Peter Cox. Featuring Special Guests children's publishing legend Julia Eccleshare and Litopia's own Ali Gardiner! On today's show: 0:00 Introduction 2:04 Meet Julia Eccleshare 4:50 Little Brown Mouse in a 'Hole' lot of Bother - Young Children's Picture Book by Justine Murphy 14:09 Marvellous Magical Mysteries Of...Tricky Time Travels - Children's Fiction by Gillian Sacha Shriner 24:30 Are trilogies favored by publishers? 25:55 How do YA readers find the next book to read? 26:55 Electronic media vs printed word - which is best? 27:58 Heroes Don't Wear Capes - Contemporary picture book by Sarah Wynne 37:42 How did the entire publishing industry nearly miss Harry Potter? 39:47 Children seem to be reading shorter books today - is this good? 40:44 Is there a market for reimagining literary works for children? 41:43 Harry Low & The Hairy Staircase - MG COMEDY DETECTIVE by Andrew Syers 51:17 Recommended reading ages for children - good idea? 53:20 Are there "classic" children's books today - what makes a "classic"? 55:25 What subject is under-represented in children's books today? 56:58 The Trashland Takeover - Young Children's Picture Book by K.E. Salisbury Each week we look at five submissions. Then it's up to you to tell us what you think of each one – and to VOTE! Each month's winner is fast-tracked straight to a leading publisher for serious publishing consideration. So join us and be part of the most exciting thing to have happened to book publishing since the bookmark...! Join us live in the YouTube chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK / 12noon EST Make a submission: https://subs.litopia.com Audio podcast: https://pop.litopia.com Our Narrators: https://voice.litopia.com #writingcommunity #writingtips --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/popupsubmissions/message

Do you have a bestseller in you? Would you like to help discover tomorrow's bestselling books, authors and writers? Then join us live every Sunday to take part in POP-UP SUBMISSIONS, the net's first live and open manuscript submission event! You'll learn the tricks of the trade – direct from publishing professionals, bestselling authors and of course your host – literary agent Peter Cox. Each week we look at five submissions. Then it's up to you to tell us what you think of each one – and to VOTE! Each month's winner is fast-tracked straight to a leading publisher for serious publishing consideration. So join us and be part of the most exciting thing to have happened to book publishing since the bookmark... POP-UP SUBMISSIONS! Today's submissions are: * The Power of Music - Memoir-Mystery hybrid by Daphne (Just Daphne); * Pale Gray Dot - Science Fiction by Don Miasek; * When the Moon was White - Literary fiction by Jeff Probst; * Rise of Ahrik - Military science fiction by Nathan W. Toronto; * Interrupted - Memoir-Mystery hybrid by Ed Simnett. Featuring Special Guests "Liverpool Mystery" writer Jack Byrne and Litopia's own Alison Gardiner! Join us live in the YouTube chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK / 12noon EST Make a submission: https://subs.litopia.com Audio podcast: https://pop.litopia.com Our Narrators: https://voice.litopia.com Vote on today's show: https://vote.litopia.com #writingcommunity #writingtips --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/popupsubmissions/message

On today's Pop-Ups Submissions… All the Queen's Monsters - YA historical fantasy by John D; The Time Keepers - Children's by Jane Cammack; The Corner Game - Crime by Alan Williamson; My Grandad Picks His Nose - Children's Picture Book by Damian Hunt; The Edge of Oblivion - Science Fiction by Biagio Arancio. Featuring Special Guests science maven Brian Clegg and Litopia's own Kate Salisbury! As a Litopian, you're invited to join everyone in the Genius Room (formerly known as the Chat Room!) every Sunday at 4:45pm UK / 11:45am EST for a great time! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/popupsubmissions/message

How do you get published? Yes, it’s tough for writers trying to break into the publishing business. But never fear! We’ve got your host, top literary agent Peter Cox, together with his guests from the publishing industry to give you the best writing advice on the internet. And we’d like you to join us live in the chat room to give your opinions, ask questions – and vote! Today’s submissions are: * Fatal Trade - Police Procedural by Brian Price; * The Numbers - Literary by Kelly Hallrahan; * Percocet Blues - Crime by Elliot Patrick; * Heaven's back Door - Literary Fiction by KA Johnson * Boom Boom's Last Call - Police Procedural by Jesse Carnahan Special Guests... author of over 40 novels and master of the medieval murder mystery Michael Jecks together with Litopia's own Annie Summerlee! Join us live in the YouTube chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK / 12noon EST Make a submission: https://subs.litopia.com Audio podcast: https://pop.litopia.com Our Narrators: https://voice.litopia.com Vote on today's show: https://vote.litopia.com #writingcommunity #bookstagram --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/popupsubmissions/message

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Solus" - commercial fiction from Helen Greenwood; "Vicious Virtues" - adult/post-apocalyptic from Sam Alexander; "6 Bullets, 1 Home" - post-apocalyptic thriller from Darren Burgess; "Noor: A Girl in Akbar's Army" - historical chick lit from Nupur Maskara; "Feral Snow" - literary thriller from Mark Lowes. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "The Dark Cry of Aristid" - epic fantasy from William Brian Johnson; "Disintegrating Angels" - thriller from Hunter Liguore; "Matida and the fall of Ophir" - fiction from Martha Tawapei; "Son of Anger" - historical fiction from Donovan Cook; "Fat Boy" - dark comedy from Joseph Cobb. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Solus" - commercial fiction from Helen Greenwood; "Vicious Virtues" - adult/post-apocalyptic from Sam Alexander; "6 Bullets, 1 Home" - post-apocalyptic thriller from Darren Burgess; "Noor: A Girl in Akbar's Army" - historical chick lit from Nupur Maskara; "Feral Snow" - literary thriller from Mark Lowes. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "The Dark Cry of Aristid" - epic fantasy from William Brian Johnson; "Disintegrating Angels" - thriller from Hunter Liguore; "Matida and the fall of Ophir" - fiction from Martha Tawapei; "Son of Anger" - historical fiction from Donovan Cook; "Fat Boy" - dark comedy from Joseph Cobb. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "A Postman's Guide to Monster Hunting" - science fiction from Will G. White; "An Uplifting Murder" - sci-fi/crime from Andrew Harrowell; "Surfing in the Dark" - thriller from Debbie Hewson; "Eleven Twenty-Two" - romance from Jordan Clayden-Lewis; "Secret Skin" - mystery from Rayonna Lash. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "A Postman's Guide to Monster Hunting" - science fiction from Will G. White; "An Uplifting Murder" - sci-fi/crime from Andrew Harrowell; "Surfing in the Dark" - thriller from Debbie Hewson; "Eleven Twenty-Two" - romance from Jordan Clayden-Lewis; "Secret Skin" - mystery from Rayonna Lash. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Why in Paris?" - queer historical fiction from Nick Henderson-Mayo; "Frum God: The Mostly Tue Adventures of a Modern Day Messiah" - lit fic from David Litvin; "Deciduous" - suspense from Michael Devendorf; "The Fountain" - sci-fi from jake; "Che Guevara Zombie Killer" - action/horror/comedy from Luis A. Davidovich. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Why in Paris?" - queer historical fiction from Nick Henderson-Mayo; "Frum God: The Mostly Tue Adventures of a Modern Day Messiah" - lit fic from David Litvin; "Deciduous" - suspense from Michael Devendorf; "The Fountain" - sci-fi from jake; "Che Guevara Zombie Killer" - action/horror/comedy from Luis A. Davidovich. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "She's on Pointe" - young adult sport romance from Lucy Carey; "Magnus MacLeod and the Devil's Coin" - paranormal detective mystery from James Ashton; "A Night's Beckoning" - supernatural thriller/urban fantasy from Brent Turner; "Unsung" - ya fantasy/sci-fi from Kathryn Rossati; "Hylopath" - psychological suspense from Michaël Wertenberg. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "She's on Pointe" - young adult sport romance from Lucy Carey; "Magnus MacLeod and the Devil's Coin" - paranormal detective mystery from James Ashton; "A Night's Beckoning" - supernatural thriller/urban fantasy from Brent Turner; "Unsung" - ya fantasy/sci-fi from Kathryn Rossati; "Hylopath" - psychological suspense from Michaël Wertenberg. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Dead Parents" - literary fiction from Gabriel Smith; "The Elf Disc" - mythology and fantasy from Sam Meyer; "Both Sides Now" - women’s commercial fiction from TL Gough; "The Grymcat Conspiracy" - ya fiction from Dan Brockington; "Divorce Inc." - thriller from Anthony White. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Dead Parents" - literary fiction from Gabriel Smith; "The Elf Disc" - mythology and fantasy from Sam Meyer; "Both Sides Now" - women’s commercial fiction from TL Gough; "The Grymcat Conspiracy" - ya fiction from Dan Brockington; "Divorce Inc." - thriller from Anthony White. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Category 13" - speculative fiction from Leo-Paul Bailly-Kermene; "Umbra" - adult fantasy/weird tale from Yulia Perch; "The Vacant Skies" - near-future science fiction from Leif Rennes; "STAZR The World Of Z: The Dawn Of Athir" - epic fantasy from Anay Ayarovu; "Invisible" - legal thriller from Jonny Dixon-Smith. Georgina Key's book recommendation is "Late Migrations" by Margaret Renkl Michael Jecks's book recommendation is "Long Way Home" by Dan Jarvis. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Category 13" - speculative fiction from Leo-Paul Bailly-Kermene; "Umbra" - adult fantasy/weird tale from Yulia Perch; "The Vacant Skies" - near-future science fiction from Leif Rennes; "STAZR The World Of Z: The Dawn Of Athir" - epic fantasy from Anay Ayarovu; "Invisible" - legal thriller from Jonny Dixon-Smith. Georgina Key's book recommendation is "Late Migrations" by Margaret Renkl Michael Jecks's book recommendation is "Long Way Home" by Dan Jarvis. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Fat Boy" - dark comedy from Joseph Cobb; "Prince of Loch Ness" - mystery-thriller from AmandaMarie Hickman; "68430" - ya sci-fi from Lexi Nolletti; "The Bad Man" - crime/thriller from Jason Leech; "The Mudbow Sisters" - fantasy from Eric Juneau. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Fat Boy" - dark comedy from Joseph Cobb; "Prince of Loch Ness" - mystery-thriller from AmandaMarie Hickman; "68430" - ya sci-fi from Lexi Nolletti; "The Bad Man" - crime/thriller from Jason Leech; "The Mudbow Sisters" - fantasy from Eric Juneau. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Matilda & Sebastian" - young adult from G.S. Banks; "Bookeemessiah" - science fiction from Michael Sawan; "Skjultvik" - mystery / horror from Stephen Durham; "Soil and Stars" - ya space opera from James Beedle; "Temples of Glass " - high fantasy from Matthew Atkinson. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Matilda & Sebastian" - young adult from G.S. Banks; "Bookeemessiah" - science fiction from Michael Sawan; "Skjultvik" - mystery / horror from Stephen Durham; "Soil and Stars" - ya space opera from James Beedle; "Temples of Glass " - high fantasy from Matthew Atkinson. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Annie & Dov" - ya contemporary from Julie Schwartz; "A Very Rich Poor Man" - upmarket fiction from Grace Mattioli; "Penny for a Cotton Zebra" - young adult from Joel Wynn / Pamela Morton; "The Twelve" - mystery from Joe Tello; "When Shall We See The Mermaids?" - novel from Geoffrey Heptonstall. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Annie & Dov" - ya contemporary from Julie Schwartz; "A Very Rich Poor Man" - upmarket fiction from Grace Mattioli; "Penny for a Cotton Zebra" - young adult from Joel Wynn / Pamela Morton; "The Twelve" - mystery from Joe Tello; "When Shall We See The Mermaids?" - novel from Geoffrey Heptonstall. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "The Advent of Love" - women's fiction from Laura Wilkinson; "Homo Ex Machina" - science fiction from Kevin Yarr; "Twenty Sixty (2060)" - thriller from Darren Burgess; "Locked in the Wrong House" - upmarket thriller from Brian Willems; "Chasing Rainbows" - sci-fi/coming-of-age/horror from Colin Rice. Sara Grant's book recommendation is "Where The World Turns Wild" by Nicola Penfold. Andy Dickenson's book recommendation is "Understanding Comics" by Scott McCloud. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "The Advent of Love" - women's fiction from Laura Wilkinson; "Homo Ex Machina" - science fiction from Kevin Yarr; "Twenty Sixty (2060)" - thriller from Darren Burgess; "Locked in the Wrong House" - upmarket thriller from Brian Willems; "Chasing Rainbows" - sci-fi/coming-of-age/horror from Colin Rice. Sara Grant's book recommendation is "Where The World Turns Wild" by Nicola Penfold. Andy Dickenson's book recommendation is "Understanding Comics" by Scott McCloud. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Suzuri" - historical fiction from Francisco J. Villarreal; "Dimitra" - historical fiction from Dana Dimitri Richardson; "The Chair Man" - thriller from Alex Pearl; "[Working Title]" - historical romance from Isla Aitken; "I Am Gold" - young adult from Sarah Leonard. Geoff Sullivan's book recommendation is "Dubliners" by James Joyce. Buy it here: https://amzn.to/2QQDOcL Kevin Brooke's book recommendation is "The Toymaker" by Jeremy de Quidt. Buy it here: https://amzn.to/2JnEqCK Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Suzuri" - historical fiction from Francisco J. Villarreal; "Dimitra" - historical fiction from Dana Dimitri Richardson; "The Chair Man" - thriller from Alex Pearl; "[Working Title]" - historical romance from Isla Aitken; "I Am Gold" - young adult from Sarah Leonard. Geoff Sullivan's book recommendation is "Dubliners" by James Joyce. Buy it here: https://amzn.to/2QQDOcL Kevin Brooke's book recommendation is "The Toymaker" by Jeremy de Quidt. Buy it here: https://amzn.to/2JnEqCK Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "My October" - middle grade adventure fantasy from Jennifer Claessen; "Hashtags: A Novel" - literary / commercial fiction from Polly Becker; "The Gray Nothing Scar" - thriller from Rebekah Alexander; "Let Yourself In" - revenge thriller from Darren Burgess; "Family of the Stars" - epic fantasy from D. A. Smith. Georgina Key's book recommendation is "Spill, Simmer, Falter, Wither" by Sara Baume. Buy it here: https://amzn.to/2QBwtxM Melissa Eveleigh's book recommendation is "How To Stop Time" by Matt Haig. Buy it here: https://amzn.to/33BdLLS Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "My October" - middle grade adventure fantasy from Jennifer Claessen; "Hashtags: A Novel" - literary / commercial fiction from Polly Becker; "The Gray Nothing Scar" - thriller from Rebekah Alexander; "Let Yourself In" - revenge thriller from Darren Burgess; "Family of the Stars" - epic fantasy from D. A. Smith. Georgina Key's book recommendation is "Spill, Simmer, Falter, Wither" by Sara Baume. Buy it here: https://amzn.to/2QBwtxM Melissa Eveleigh's book recommendation is "How To Stop Time" by Matt Haig. Buy it here: https://amzn.to/33BdLLS Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "For the Love of Life" - dual narrative, reading group, speculative from Angela Young; "Firstborn" - fantasy/humour from Nikky Lee; "Sugar Bear" - children's picture book from Timothy Doggett; "Labyrinth" - mixed from Liz Monument; "Sailor's Heart" - historical fiction, based on true events from Martin Campbell. Ali G's book recommendation is "Becoming" by Michelle Obama. Buy it here: https://amzn.to/3b1umv3Daisy Waugh's book recommendation is "Carry On Jeeves" by PG Wodehouse. Buy it here: https://amzn.to/39QEFBO Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "For the Love of Life" - dual narrative, reading group, speculative from Angela Young; "Firstborn" - fantasy/humour from Nikky Lee; "Sugar Bear" - children's picture book from Timothy Doggett; "Labyrinth" - mixed from Liz Monument; "Sailor's Heart" - historical fiction, based on true events from Martin Campbell. Ali G's book recommendation is "Becoming" by Michelle Obama. Buy it here: https://amzn.to/3b1umv3Daisy Waugh's book recommendation is "Carry On Jeeves" by PG Wodehouse. Buy it here: https://amzn.to/39QEFBO Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "For the Love of Life" - dual narrative, reading group, speculative from Angela Young; "Firstborn" - fantasy/humour from Nikky Lee; "Sugar Bear" - children's picture book from Timothy Doggett; "Labyrinth" - mixed from Liz Monument; "Sailor's Heart" - historical fiction, based on true events from Martin Campbell. Ali G's book recommendation is "Becoming" by Michelle Obama. Buy it here: https://amzn.to/3b1umv3Daisy Waugh's book recommendation is "Carry On Jeeves" by PG Wodehouse. Buy it here: https://amzn.to/39QEFBO Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Guinevere" - historical fiction from Fil Reid; "Mudpies and Strawberry Jam" - scfi/historical from Adam Byrne; "The Burden Gift - A Ruiner's Truth" - sci - fi from Bassil Eid; "Pisces" - psychological thriller from Donald MacCuish; "As We Fall" - dystopian from Orri Bogdan. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Guinevere" - historical fiction from Fil Reid; "Mudpies and Strawberry Jam" - scfi/historical from Adam Byrne; "The Burden Gift - A Ruiner's Truth" - sci - fi from Bassil Eid; "Pisces" - psychological thriller from Donald MacCuish; "As We Fall" - dystopian from Orri Bogdan. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Featured on this edition of Pop-Up Submissions… "Two Scoops, Not Three" - women's commercial fiction from Terri Ann Boas; "Cistern: A Very Violent Vampiric Love Story" - paranormal romance/urban fantasy from Preston Skinner; "The Copper Gate" - YA magical realism from Debbie Exton; "The Devil's Prize" - historical fiction from Kathryn Koon; "Welcome to the Glue Factory" - fiction (dark comedy) from Cian McLysaght. Michael Jecks's book recommendation is "Witchfinders" by Malcolm Gaskill. Jeremy Barron's book recommendation is "Factotoum" by Charles Bukowski. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.

Writing a book? Let literary agent Peter Cox and his friends from the publishing industry - and from Litopia Writers’ Colony - review your submission live! Make a Pop-Up Submission here: https://litopia.com/subs/ Today's special guest is writer, screenwriter and journalist Caroline Ryder - follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolineryderwriter/ Featured on today's Pop-Ups... "Liberty" - literary thriller from Nick Cox;"Shoe Man" - humorous picture book from Julie Barnett;"Shadow" - supernatural thriller from Efe Dogu;"Tia and the Cosmic Serpent" - tween/ya - environmental adventure series from Andrea Allardyce;"Rattle & Roll" - literary fiction from Joanne Bell. Subscribe to Litopia's channel on YouTube and join us live in the Litopia chat room every Sunday at 5pm UK. Make Your Pop-Up Submission here! The winner of each show is immortalised here: https://litopia.com/winners. Watch Pop-Ups on YouTube Litopia is the net's oldest and best community for writers. For two decades, we've brought writers together from all over the globe. We serve each and every member's needs... social, business, professional and beyond. If you're serious about your writing, do join us.