Ep 48 - Kissing and Killing: Romance and Murder hand-in-hand with Diane Kelly

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“If we march into that village and we start trying to persecute people for using poison, something that's very illegal, nobody's going to talk to us. We're not going to find out where the poison came from. We're not going to be able to shut anything down. We should take the approach that people are using poison because they're desperate, because they see no other alternative.” – Andrew Stein Andrew Stein is a wildlife ecologist who spent the past 25 years studying human carnivore conflict from African wild dogs and lions in Kenya and Botswana to leopards and hyenas in Namibia. His work has long focused on finding ways for people and predators to coexist. He is the founder of CLAWS , an organization based in Botswana that's working at the intersection of cutting-edge wildlife research and community driven conservation. Since its start in 2014 and official launch as an NGO in 2020, CLAWS has been pioneering science-based, tech-forward strategies to reduce conflict between people and carnivores. By collaborating closely with local communities, especially traditional cattle herders, CLAWS supports both species conservation and rural livelihoods—making coexistence not just possible, but sustainable.…

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"You can have the emotion, the angst, and the personal intimate details of a romance, but you can also have the cerebral part of a mystery and solving clues..."
Award-winning author Diane Kelly had a natural progression from romance writer to cozy mystery writer, and she's been mixing genres ever since. She discusses the difference between concocting a murder mystery and building a romantic connection in a story. Plus, we chat the influence of true crime and how justice can be served in when writing a cozy mystery.

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[00:04:24] Cozy mysteries feature intelligent women.
[00:05:31] Exploring relationships in cozy mysteries.
[00:09:35] Balancing genres in cozy mysteries.
[00:15:11] Mixing genres can enhance storytelling.
[00:19:04] Cozy mysteries and true crime.
[00:24:35] Process of outlining cozy mysteries.
[00:27:50] Creating suspense in mystery novels.
[00:32:20] Understanding human behavior is key.
[00:37:49] Romance can enhance cozy mysteries.
[00:45:32] Animals bring charm to stories.
[00:46:46] Building community in Cozy Mysteries.
[00:51:40] Breaking away from Southern stereotypes.
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Ep 83 - Time Travel RomCom: Chivalry for a Modern Romance with Bryn Donovan 46:40

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"One thing I love about the romance genre is that you're allowed to have those big, emotional moments....without apology." Versatile Author and former Hallmark creative producer, Bryn Donovan discusses the charming and humorous moments that arise with miscommunication in romcoms, the challenges of a love that transcends time, and the heartwarming journey that led to her novel being published and made into a movie. Connect with Bryn: https://www.bryndonovan.com/ Instagram: @bryndonovanauthor TikTok: @bryndonovan Twitter/X: @BrynDonovan YouTube: @BrynDonovanWriter Facebook: @AuthorBrynDonovan --------- 🌟Emily at Emagine Shop🌟 https://emilyatemagine.com/ Use code for 10% off your purchase official code: romancingthe10 --------- The YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 82 - Crafting Characters using Enneagrams with Krystal Shannan 55:23

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"...each enneagram has a really unhealthy bar all the way up to a healthy bar. So for me, it's 'where did my character start on the bar?' and 'how do I get them to a healthy place of the enneagram through the story?'..." USA Today Bestselling Author Krystal Shannan explores the fascinating world of Enneagrams and their powerful application in character development and character arcs. Discover how the nine Enneagram types can help you create characters who are relatable, genuine, and dynamic. Krystal provides insights to craft characters that resonate deeply with your readers and drive compelling narratives. Connect with Krystal: https://www.krystalshannan.com/ YouTube: @KrystalShannan Facebook: @KrystalShannan Instagram: @krystalshannan --------- 🌟Emily at Emagine Shop🌟 https://emilyatemagine.com/ Use code for 10% off your purchase official code: romancingthe10 --------- Other Media Mentions: The Enneagram Institute https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/ --------- The YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 81 - Political Passions: Creating a High-Profile Romance with Alicia Wilder 44:22

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"For (the politican couple), it's almost a negotiation - I know what I want. Are you able to give it to me? And just having that back and forth." Romance Author Alicia Wilder created a not-so-secret, forced proximity romance set in Washington DC with likeable characters to boot in My Secret Vice. She walked through the process of toeing the line between politics and passion and talks about building a West Wing-type romance with emotional depth, older MCs, ambitions, and respecting power balance. Connect with Alicia: https://aliciawilder.com/ TikTok - @ aliciabwilder Instagram - @ aliciabwilder Facebook - @ aliciabwilder Twitter/X - @ aliciabwilder Tumblr - https://www.tumblr.com/aliciabwilder GoodReads - Alicia_Wilder Find Alicia Wilder's books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4fo5e2A --------- 🌟Emily at Emagine Shop🌟 https://emilyatemagine.com/ Use code for 10% off your purchase official code: romancingthe10 --------- The YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 80 - Writing Through Pain: Chronic Illness Narratives with Cara Dion 54:34

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"...if I want readers to be able to identify with the character then I want them to be able to identify with the illness specifically...I can't be ashamed to put the name (of illness) on the page." Romance author Cara Dion knows writing through the pain of chronic illness is not just about the physical aspects but touches ever part of her life. We chat her experience with chronic illness, the way it affects her writing and using romance as a way to create relatable characters and powerful commentary on challenges, both illness and beyond. Plus, who doesn't enjoy a good, ol' fashioned Hemingway to Sierra Simone pipeline? Find Cara Dion on Kindle: https://amzn.to/4d95nWh Connect with Cara: https://www.caradion.com/ Facebook - @caradion.author Instagram - @caradion.author --------- 🌟Emily at Emagine Shop🌟 https://emilyatemagine.com/ Use code for 10% off your purchase official code: romancingthe10 --------- Media Mentioned: Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert https://amzn.to/4e3sDGh Priest by Sierra Simone https://amzn.to/3XtiJqr --------- The YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show Support the show…

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Ep 79 - Prose to Pictures: Illustrating a Novel with C.A. Szarek and Gilbert Perez 52:40

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"I think initially planning it out was kind of difficult. Only because...(the writer) is very descriptive. She says she can't draw, but in my mind, (they) just do it differently. (Writers) do it with words." USA Today Bestselling Author C.A. Szarek collaborated with comic artist Gilbert Perez to create an illustrated version of her romantic fantasy novel. Chrissy provides the writer's perspective of how she was able to convey and hone down her story to the essentials to be illustrated. Gilbert provides the artist perspective of composing scenes, managing workload, and figuring out limitations - such as color blindness - to create art. Connect with C.A. Szarek: http://www.caszarek.com/ Twitter/X - @caszarek Instagram - @caszarek Facebook - @caszarek Connect with Gilbert Perez https://gilbertperezart.wixsite.com/2021 Instagram - @gilbertperezart TikTok - @gilbertperezart Twitter/X - @gilbertperezart Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/gilbertperezart?mibextid=ZbWKwL Sword’s Call Illustrated Edition by C.A. Szarek — Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/caszarek/swords-call-illustrated-edition Find C.A. Szarek's books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3PMXw6m --------- Other Media Mentions: Path of the Pale Rider Issues #1 - 5 by Laurie Calcaterra https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pathofthepalerider/path-of-the-pale-rider-issue-5 Ep 65 - Building an Interconnected Series with C.A. Szarek https://www.buzzsprout.com/1064368/13976922 Ep 35 - Highlander Time-Travel Trope and Writing with C.A. Szarek https://www.buzzsprout.com/1064368/11426240 Lauren Smith's Wicked Designs: The Illustrated Edition https://amzn.to/3Zbe0wg --------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 78 - Book to Screen: Writing a Script and Adaptation with Emily Roberson 52:32

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"....(Screenwriting) is, to me, a lot more puzzle-like than novels...if somebody gives me a screenplay to read that is 140 pages, I know it doesn't work." Award-winning author Emily Roberson explores the intricacies of adaptation as she delves into how to write compelling scripts. From options as an author to translating a story to the screen, Emily shares insights, challenges, and plenty of examples. Whether you’re a writer or simply curious about storytelling, join us as we unpack the written word and its visual counterpart. Connect with Emily https://www.emilyrobersonbooks.com/ YouTube: @emilyrobersonbooks TikTok: @robersonemily Instagram: @robersonemilym Twitter/X: @RobersonEmily Lifestyles of Gods and Monsters by Emily Roberson https://amzn.to/3YW8bCH --------- Other Media Mentions: Time to Write with Amy Kelly and Emily Roberson https://timetowritepodcast.com/ "The Screenwriting Life” with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna https://www.thescreenwritinglife.co/ Michael Arndt https://www.youtube.com/@michaelarndt8848 Cinestory https://cinestory.org/ --------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 77 - Romance in Filmmaking with Tosca Musk 48:10

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"As a romance fan, we couldn't get anybody or any of the networks to buy into....(or) pay to make these adaptations, and so we started our own streaming platform..." Tosca Musk, CEO and founder behind streaming service Passionflix, takes proper time, care, and effort to make a romance book into a movie for the fans. We chat determining what role she takes in each production, the power of delegating and getting fans involved with productions. It's all part of her master plan-fingers crossed! Connect with Tosca https://passionflix.com/ Twitter/X: @toscamusk Instagram: @toscamusk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057793790249 Passionflix membership https://watch.passionflix.com/ --------- Media Mentions: Black Dagger Brotherhood Series by J. R. Ward https://amzn.to/46YvzBf The Air He Breathes by Brittainy Cherry https://amzn.to/4dPG4t2 Gabriel's Inferno Trilogy https://amzn.to/3yKD5Dp Hollywood Dirt by Alessandra Torre https://amzn.to/3yLFBJy Blood and Ash Series by Jennifer L. Armentrout https://amzn.to/4fUskPl --------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 76 - Character Creation: Writing an Identity Not Your Own with Alex Temblador 49:28

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"...and if you create this single story for a people of a certain historically, marginalized identities; you know, that gets taken by readers and it gets inside of them in ways we might not expect or intend to..." Award-winning author Alex Temblador commitment to diverse storytelling helped create a tool to authentically write and edit a character whose identity differs. We delve into the art of authentically writing characters whose identities differ from our own by exploring the complexities of crafting diverse characters, addressing topics such as identity terms, stereotypes, and unconscious biases. Connect with Alex https://www.alextemblador.com/ https://www.writinganidentitynotyourown.com/ Twitter/X: @alex_temblador Instagram: @alex_temblador Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1360921567 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alextemblador/ GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/15807980.Alex_Temblador Writing an Identity Not Your Own: A Guide for Creative Writers https://amzn.to/4dhE8JS --------- Other Media Mentions: Writing the Other (Conversation Pieces) https://amzn.to/3X467Gj Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: The danger of a single story | TED https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9Ihs241zeg I'm not your inspiration, thank you very much | Stella Young https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8K9Gg164Bsw --------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 75 - Unveiling Character Depth through Family with Amber Royer 52:11

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"...Introducing family shows a different side (to the character) and allows the character to be a little more well-rounded in the way they interact..." Writing instructor and multi-genre author, Amber Royer, encounters the challenges and surprises of introducing new characters with her Bean to Bar Cozy Mystery Series. She even touched on understating off-page characters until authors know the dynamics they present with the main protagonist and the importance of moving a character forward. Connect with Amber http://amberroyer.com/ Twitter/X: @amber_royer Instagram: @amberroyerauthor Facebook: @Amber.Royer.Author Bean to Bar Mysteries Series by Amber Royer https://amzn.to/465yUNI Amber Royer - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoA_29HV2nPmRnox9LPVanw --------- Media Mentions: Stop or My Mom Will Shoot https://amzn.to/46B1OpZ Case Closed https://amzn.to/4fHHwzw --------- Amber's Other Episode: Ep 14 - Character Agency, Motives and Chocolate-writing https://www.buzzsprout.com/1064368/8890402 Ep 43 - Making a Cozy Mystery Cozy https://www.buzzsprout.com/1064368/12098109 Ep 61 - Writing Engaging Pets and Animal Sidekicks https://www.buzzsprout.com/1064368/13653198 --------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 74 - Creating an Indie Romance Audiobook with Melissa Whitney and Harlow Wilde 48:52

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"It's been fun to kinda see (Melissa's writing) evolve also in the narration I have done for her....her stories get better and better with time. It's the same with narration too." Romance author Melissa Whitney Author and narrator Harlow Wilde are a dynamic duo when it comes to audiobooks. We discuss the changing production process of each book, what to expect creating an audiobook, and working together as an author and narrator for the best listening experience in an audiobook. Honestly, this episode is three former theater kids who geeked out about being creative and it's glorious. Connect with Melissa: https://www.melissawhitneywrites.com/ Instagram: @ Melissa_WhitneyAuthor TikTok: @ melissasuewhitney Facebook: Melissa Whitney Author Twitter: @ SteamingPlot81 Threads: @melissa_whitneyauthor "Finding Home" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3WmcEg7 Connect with Harlow: https://www.harlowwilde.com/ Instagram: @harlow.wilde TikTok: @Harlow.wilde_ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HarlowWilde --------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 73 - Audible Impact: Cultivating Listeners for Audiobooks with Karen White 58:01

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"If you're just starting out, I personally would recommend waiting (to invest in audiobooks) until you have a full series that...is selling well. ...If the series isn't working, you're not going to know that until the series has been out for a while." As an author and narrator, Karen White knows what it takes to get into listening ears. We discuss her passion for audiobooks with the creation of Home Cooked Books, an audiobook community designed to support authors and readers. She shares leveraging narrators, your platforms, and tips for creating and promoting your audiobook. Connect with Karen: https://www.homecookedbooks.com/ https://www.karengrey.com/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/hcbaudiobooklovers Listeners Page including the weekly SuperFan News signup: https://www.homecookedbooks.com/for-listeners Author FAQs: https://www.homecookedbooks.com/authorfaqs --------- Media Mentioned: C.A. Szarek's Audiobooks Collision Force https://amzn.to/3RWEEEB Sword's Call https://amzn.to/4cI841c King of Hearts https://amzn.to/3RUldMM --------- The YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 72 - Narrative Flow: Building Emotional Arcs with Kimberly Packard 45:53

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"I try to write really fierce, headstrong characters...but at the same time, it's ok to be vulnerable. It's ok to say I don't have all the answers." Author Kimberly Packard lovingly calls women's fiction the "trash can punch" genre since it has a little bit of everything, and while her characters and novels run the gamut within the genre, the emotional arcs that keep readers invested is the glue that holds them all together. We delve into balancing emotional arcs in a plot that helps readers root for your characters. She shows us how to lean into feelings - without dragging down the narrative or wearing down the reader! Find "This Time Around" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4eb5JNT Connect with Kimberly: www.kimberlypackard.com Facebook - @kimberlypackardauthor Twitter - @kimberlypackard Instagram - @kimberlypackard --------- Media Mentioned: The episode where Kim's blurb for This Time Around appeared! Ep 34 - Dissecting Book Blurbs with Jessie Cunniffe https://www.buzzsprout.com/1064368/11384252 "This Time Around" cover artist who gets a shout-out: Sarah Hansen https://www.okaycreations.com/ --------- The YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 71 - The Write Transition: From Podcast and Novels to Literary Life with Amy Kelly 48:22

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"If it feels like I'm trying to force something...that's usually when I know to kinda let go. Either set it down or hold it with an open hand and see what happens. Whatever happens with it, let that be. " Amy Kelly, the new leader at Lone Star Literary Life, shares her unique journey as an author, podcaster and literary advocate to enrich both Texans and other authors. We explore how previous experiences and knowledge all lead to taking over LSLL and managing time and effort into the right endeavors. Connect with Amy: Personal Instagram: @amykellytheishgirl Business Instagram: @lonestarlit Personal Facebook: h ttps://www.facebook.com/theishgirl Business Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LoneStarLiterary Websites: https://theishgirl.com/ https://www.lonestarliterary.com/ --------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 70 - Using AI Ethically to Make the Most of Your Writing with Marcy Pusey 1:00:12

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"There's this living in alignment, in integrity, and I don't like to do things out of alignment...and this is an area that has some consequences." Bestselling Author, Tedx Speaker, and therapist, Marcy Pusey helped me delve into the ethical use of AI in the creative process - pros and cons. She illuminates how AI operates with creative recycling and what questions authors should ask when considering its use - even with freelancers. Together we explore defining ethical for an author's writing if they choose to use it and being transparent to readers. Join us in an enlightening conversation regarding the future of writing! Connect with Marcy: TikTok for writing and publishing tips: https://www.tiktok.com/@marcypusey Instagram Personal: https://www.instagram.com/marcymarie/ Instagram Business: https://instagram.com/miramareponte Personal website: www.marcypusey.com Press website: www.miramarepontepress.com FREE Author AI Toolkit: http://www.miramarepontepress.com/AIToolkit Author Workshop Series (it's also in the toolkit): https://www.miramarepontepress.com/AIworkshop Marcy's Books: Parenting Children of Trauma: The Foster-Adoption Guide to Understanding Attachment Disorder https://amzn.to/3UT8GcO Overcoming Writer's Block: The Writer's Guide to Beating the Blank Page https://amzn.to/3ytJDpq --------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 69 - The Authorpreneur Mindset: Blooming in Adversity with Kathryn McClatchy 1:02:44

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"(It) started as a blog, Unleashing the Next Chapter, to document my stroke recovery and unleashing is a nod to the fact that I had just gotten Gizmo (service dog)...to (now) having a boutique marketing agency..." Kathryn McClatchy is an authorpreneur and consultant who lived two distinct lives: one before strokes and one after. She reveals what it took to rebuild a life in the aftermath of multiple strokes and turning her passion of helping others into a thriving business and the Authorpreneurs Unleashed podcast. Connect with Kathryn: https://kathrynmcclatchy.com/ Twitter: @Kmmcclatchy Instagram: @kathrynmcclatchy Facebook: @KMMcClatchy TikTok: @kathrynmcclatchy Authorpreneurs Unleashed Podcast Authorpreneurs Unleashed (buzzsprout.com) --------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 68 - Beyond Stereotypes: Crafting Authentic Characters with Disabilities with Melissa Whitney 48:35

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"....Whenever you are going to write disability or anytime you're going to write outside of your lived experience, first you have to ask yourself: Do you already platform and support this community?" As a romance writer with a disability, Melissa Whitney writes fantastic HEAs for non-typical protagonists - who have disabilities and neurodivergences. In the discussion, we explore the nuances of creating authentic characters with disabilities and how to write with empathy and accuracy while bringing depth to the writing. Connect with Melissa: https://www.melissawhitneywrites.com/ Instagram: @ Melissa_WhitneyAuthor TikTok: @ melissasuewhitney Facebook: Melissa Whitney Author Twitter: @ SteamingPlot81 Threads: @melissa_whitneyauthor Find "In the Hello and In the Goodbye" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4bhmOUc --------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 67 - Tragedy and Humor: Creating a New Happily Ever After with Courtney Deane 41:31

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"...I certainly hope that (this book) reaches the people who do, for one reason or another, feel that the world has just been so unfair to them and why can't it pick on somebody else for once..." After both her parents died, Courtney penned those tragedies into a debut book, When Happily Ever After Fails. In the book, she proves all tragedies can be rewritten, and happiness can bloom where you least expect it. We chat revising a happily ever after doesn’t have to be an “all or nothing” mentality and mingling dark and light elements of life is more fact than fiction. Connect with Courtney: https://www.courtneydeane.com/ YouTube: @CourtneyDeane Instragram: @authorcourtneydeane TikTok: @courtneydeane Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/authorcourtneydeane/ Substack: https://substack.com/@courtneydeane Find When Happily Ever After Fails on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Jdi0D0 --------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 66 - Collaborative Magic: Crafting a Holiday Novella Series with Lark Green, Lucy Limon, and Catrina Bell 55:54

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"...as we're solving problems in our own stories, we're creating problems for the other stories that (Lark and Catrina) had to work in... It made for some really creative outcomes." - Lucy Limon As critique partners and writers with complementary strengths, romance authors Lark Green, Lucy Limon, and Catrina Bell devised a plan for a holiday novella series where a one author took a different book. We chat how their masterful coordination, thorough world-building, and developmental courtesy helped them stay on track to release the series, even in the midst of last-minute fixes and edits. Connect with Lark Green: https://www.authorlarkgreen.com/ Instagram: @ authorlarkgreen Facebook: @ authorlarkgreen Goodreads: Lark Green Connect with Lucy Limon: https://www.lucylimon.com/ Instagram: @lucylimon.books BookBub: @LucyLimon_books Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/45367606.Lucy_Lim_n Connect with Catrina Bell: linktr.ee/catrinabell Instagram: @catrinabell Twitter: @catrinabellxoxo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/catrinabellwrites Find Horned Up for the Holidays on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4aQJefx --------- Lark's Other Episode: Ep 45 - Writing while Working Full-Time with Lark Green https://www.buzzsprout.com/1064368/12159925 --------- Other Media Mentioned: Sweet Monster Treats Series https://amzn.to/3SaS7cy --------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 65 - Building an Interconnected Series with C.A. Szarek 44:40

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"They always say start your book on a day that's different. That's called an inciting incident. That's what I try to do naturally. Sometimes it works; sometimes it doesn't." A decade into writing her Highlander series, USA Today Bestselling Author C.A. Szarek has built a large cast of interconnected books, and her unorthodox method continues to have no hard and fast rules of writing . We chat about how she gets reacquainted with her books after a period of time away from writing in the world and as an important idea with any writer, how the overall pantsing way of writing her books works best for her. Connect with C.A. Szarek: http://www.caszarek.com/ Twitter - @caszarek Instagram - @caszarek Facebook - @caszarek Find C.A. Szarek's books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3PMXw6m --------- C.A. Szarek's Other Episode: Ep 35 - Highlander Time-Travel Trope and Writing with C.A. Szarek https://www.buzzsprout.com/1064368/11426240 --------- Other Authors Mentioned: Cherry Adair: https://amzn.to/46eWfM7 --------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 64 - Overcoming Writer’s Block and Procrastination with Dr. Nicole Janz 48:01

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"We need to see writer's block in a different way. It's really not the enemy, but...it's a sign. And usually, it's that your body and your mind are telling you something is off..." Author and writing coach, Dr. Nicole Janz, helps creatives use their writing voice with breakthroughs on writer's block and procrastination. Straightforward and detailed, we chat about what causes procrastination and how to approach writer's block in a way that is conducive and keeps your story moving forward. The Write Habit: The Undated Annual Planner and Workbook for Busy Writers https://amzn.to/47moyJN Connect with Dr. Nicole nicolejanz.com www.thewritehabitplanner.com Medium: https://janz-is-writing.medium.com/ Twitter/X: @camwritinghub Instragram: @janz.is.writing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/710181483039162 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolejanz/ --------- Media Mentioned: The Art of Impossible: A Peak Performance Primer by Steven Kotler https://amzn.to/3QtF43w The Art of Impossible Flow Chart https://www.nbforum.com/newsroom/blog/steven-kotler-the-art-of-impossible/ --------- NaNoWriMo Episodes: Ep 15 - Brianstorming, Writing Research, and NaNoWriMo with Kraken Editing https://www.buzzsprout.com/1064368/9509081 Ep 41 - Novel Prep and Starting NaNoWriMo with Shayla Raquel https://www.buzzsprout.com/1064368/11633960 Ep 46 - Trope Thesaurus Romance Edition with Jennifer Hilt https://www.buzzsprout.com/1064368/12191020 Ep 37 - Top Tropes in Romance Writing with Aimee Walker https://www.buzzsprout.com/1064368/11519577 --------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 63 - Unconventional Love Stories: Monster Romance with Kate Prior 45:03

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"(Not) to dive into the core fear...that we're unrelatable that people will not communicate with us...and I think that's one of those things you see get demonstrated with monsters in the history of storytelling." Romance Author Kate Prior fell into writing Monster Romance by accident and now, has three books to show for her Claws and Cubicles series. We discuss writing creatures as an allegory for differences in ourselves and reader's interest in an otherworld romance where Monsters are love interests. Surprisingly, there's a lot of DnD talk too! Claws and Cubicles Series https://amzn.to/46CDJyz Connect with Kate https://kate-prior.com/ Instagram: @bykateprior Twitter/X: @byKatePrior TikTok: @bykateprior Facebook: Kate's Priory of Paranormal Romance GoodReads: Author Kate Prior Romance Writer's Therapy Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/romance-writers-therapy/id1595202492 --------- Media Mentioned: Shoshana Rain (Fantasy Romance) https://amzn.to/3QqM7KH Desirée M. Niccoli (Siren/Mermaid Romance) https://amzn.to/46WoW1h Frankenstein (1931 Movie) https://amzn.to/4958o99 Strange Love by Ann Aguirre https://amzn.to/491nzAi --------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 62 - Reimagining a Holiday Classic with Kelly Farmer 38:59

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"You know it is such a beloved story but the modern twist...it's really a celebration of queer joy and community...like a true Hallmark-y story nothing truly bad happens." We're celebrating the most fabulous time of the year! Contemporary Romance Author Kelly Farmer crafts heart, humor, and depth into her books and gave the premise of "It's a Wonderful Life" a make-over with LGBTQIA+ characters. We chat the process of lightening the mood with Hallmark vibes and the process of switching characters while staying true to the original for a modern re-telling. Connect with Kelly https://www.kellyfarmerauthor.com/ Twitter/X: @KellyFarmerAuth Instagram: @kellyfarmerauthor Facebook: @kellyfarmerauthor BookBub: @Kelly_Farmer_Author It's a Fabulous Life by Kelly Farmer https://amzn.to/3ZUVqqe --------- Amepphire Press Apparel https://amepphire-press.myshopify.com?sca_ref=3251246.wdTIggePcN . Use code WELCOME15 for 15% off your first order. --------- Media mentioned: We're Here (TV show) https://amzn.to/48XxLda --------- The YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Support the show…

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Ep 61 - Writing Engaging Pets and Animal Sidekicks with Amber Royer 54:57

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"I think the key is either treat the character (animal) as a sounding board...or you treat this as another character on the same level as a human character." Writing instructor and multi-genre author, Amber Royer, incorporates all types of animals in her writing - from an octopus to a cockatoo. She directs us in how writing sidekick animals and pets typically follow the "save the cat" rule. Plus, how an animal can provide development and impact in a story - including her own cozy mystery Bean to Bar Series. Connect with Amber http://amberroyer.com/ Twitter/X: @amber_royer Instagram: @amberroyerauthor Facebook: @Amber.Royer.Author Bean to Bar Mysteries Series by Amber Royer https://amzn.to/465yUNI Amber Royer - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoA_29HV2nPmRnox9LPVanw --------- Amepphire Press Apparel https://amepphire-press.myshopify.com?sca_ref=3251246.wdTIggePcN . Use code WELCOME15 for 15% off your first order. --------- Other Books Mentioned: A House-Flipper Mystery Series by Diane Kelly https://amzn.to/3rsSh4s Chet and Bernie Mystery Series by Spencer Quinn https://amzn.to/3H3bZYl The Cat Who Mysteries by Lilian Jackson Braun https://amzn.to/3H3bZYl --------- The YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Support the show…

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Ep 60 - Re-assessing Successful Writer Goals with Kathryn McClatchy 1:03:25

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"....We need time to think. We need time to research, and we need time to be creative. And so that has to go into our calendar as well." Back in episode 42, Writer, speaker, and social media consultant Kathryn McClatchy provided ways to create realistic, achievable goals and put the right timeframes in place. Over six months later, we're doing a re-assessing of yearly goals since we're both embarking on new stages of life. Tag along as we chat ever-changing goals. No matter if you are looking to level up your business, writing, or hobbies, the conversation delves into linking identity with goals and how we manage the shift in our schedule and thinking. Connect with Kathryn: https://kathrynmcclatchy.com/ Twitter: @Kmmcclatchy Instagram: @kathrynmcclatchy Facebook: @KMMcClatchy TikTok: @kathrynmcclatchy Authorpreneurs Unleashed Podcast Authorpreneurs Unleashed (buzzsprout.com) --------- Resources Mentioned: * Atomic Habits by James Clear https://amzn.to/3Eo4EkT * Maya Shankar https://mayashankar.com/ * Building a Second Brain by Tiago Forte https://amzn.to/3L8P8gE * The PARA Method by Tiago Forte https://amzn.to/3Z7qDpZ * The Bucket List https://amzn.to/482fCug * Trello - Project Management App https://trello.com/ * Asana - Platform for Cross-Functional Work https://asana.com/ * Notion - Note taking App https://www.notion.so/ * Evernote - Note Taking App https://evernote.com/ --------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 59 - Creating Compelling External Conflict for a Captivating Story with Susan Sheehey 44:34

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"...What drives the conflict most are the character's goals and motivations. So you have to ask 'what is the main character's top goal in life and the focus of the story?'..." Author and Developmental Editor, Susan Sheehey writes compelling stories by embracing flaws, loving imperfections, and building external conflict. She reminds us of the great storytelling tools, goals, motivations, and conflict, and as we chat, she helps troubleshoot what authors can do if a story gets stuck without a conflict. We also discuss methods for gaging conflict and some of her favorite ways to track conflict while writing. Connect with Susan: https://www.susansheehey.com/ susan@susansheehey.com Facebook - @SusanSheehey BookBub - @susan-sheehey Instagram - @susansheehey Twitter/X - @SusieQWriter Link to Susan's books: https://amzn.to/3EieViJ --------- MAUI FIRE RELIEF FUND https://mauiunitedway.org/disasterrelief MAUI STRONG FUND https://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/maui-strong HAWAI'I FOOD BANK https://hawaiifoodbank.org/Maui-Relief ? UNIVERSITY OF HAWAI'I FOUNDATION https://www.uhfoundation.org/give/giving-opportunity/help-maui WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN IN MAUI https://donate.wck.org/give/508200/ --------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 58 - Scoring Goals and Soccer Romance with Liz Lincoln and Lainey Davis 44:25

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"My book, A Beautiful Game, was...a love story and also, a love story about soccer and playing soccer." Liz Lincoln and Lainey Davis score goals when it comes to soccer romance. Both ladies write other kinds of sports romance, but in honor of the World Cup, we chat making soccer (or football!) romance accessible to the masses, writing from althetic and non-althetic POVs, and incorporating real events - like the World Cup - into your book. Connect with Liz: https://www.lizlincoln.com/ Twitter - @TheLizLincoln Instagram - @lizlincolnauthor TikTok - @lizlincoln Facebook - Liz Lincoln Link for Liz's Books - including "Milwaukee Soccer Club": https://amzn.to/44QMjbq Connect with Lainey: https://www.laineydavis.com/ Instagram - @authorlaineydavis Facebook - @authorlaineydavis TikTok - @authorlaineydavis Link for Lainey's Books - including "Beautiful Game": https://amzn.to/3XYd1wB --------- Romance Author C. A. Szarek's Fundraiser https://www.givesendgo.com/waterworld2023 -------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 57 - Launching Yourself as an Author before Publishing with Danika Bloom 53:05

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"Being a pre-published author is to know exactly what your expectations are of yourself and of your writing...Like is this a career for you or do you just have that one story...?" Danika Bloom, USA Today bestselling romance author, coaches authors like she used to coach small business owners. She empowers and creates a community, so authors don't work alone. We chat tips and methods for launching yourself as an author on the path to publication, rebranding, and resources to help authors achieve their dreams. Connect with Danika: https://www.danikabloom.com/ Instagram - @authordanikabloom Facebook - @authordanikabloom Twitter - @DanikaBloomHEA Link for Danika's Books - including "The Billionaire's Shrubbery": https://amzn.to/46DCIqf Danika's Business Site: https://www.authoreverafter.com/ Danika's free author resource list: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/f1gkyq4vsc --------- Previous episodes mentioned: Ep 42 - Setting Successful Writer Goals with Kathryn McClatchy https://www.buzzsprout.com/1064368/12057827 Ep 39 - Curating a Paranormal Romance Anthology with Patrice Caldwell https://www.buzzsprout.com/1064368/11592975 Ep 19 - Judging a Book by Its Romance Cover with Sarah Kil https://www.buzzsprout.com/1064368/10330813 Ep 53 - Evolving and Embracing Change as a Creator with Bree Unabashedly https://www.buzzsprout.com/1064368/12976379 -------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 56 - The Power of Voice: Dictating your way to Better Writing with Heidi McCahan 40:02

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"...Dictating helps me get to the emotional level of my characters a little easier than if I was handwriting or typing on my laptop. It's just for me, dictation takes away a little bit of a barrier..." Heidi McCahan had an interesting path to becoming a Harlequin author and found a smart way to create leverage in writing multiple books a year - dictation. She utilized dictation for her latest release, One Southern Summer, and chats basics of dictation to finish your draft. We discuss Heidi's writing process and a dictation course that she put together; plus, tips and tricks to get your story on the page faster. Connect with Heidi: https://heidimccahan.com/ Instagram - @heidimccahan.author Twitter - @HeidiMcCahan Facebook - @heidimccahan Pinterest - @HeidiMcCahan Link for Heidi's Books - including "One Southern Summer": https://amzn.to/3r14KMa Heidi's blog on dictation: https://heidimccahan.com/dictation-101-use-your-voice-finish-first-draft/ --------- Romance Author C. A. Szarek's Fundraiser https://www.givesendgo.com/waterworld2023 -------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 55 - Cowboy Romance and Emotional Character Arcs with Kayla Grosse 41:08

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"...I really wanted all my characters to have this nice arc...They start at point A and then they're sort of figuring their way through it as the book goes on." Kayla Grosse can't help but write compelling characters with depth - which propelled her previous romance book into a bestseller. Now her cowboy romance, Reign Me In, rides highs and lows as the small-town character's emotional journeys are put front and center; all while hitting all the steamy scenes. We chat exploring different methods of grief, challenges in writing series and how personal experience has impacted Kayla's writing. Connect with Kayla: http://www.kaylagrosse.com/ http://www.kaylagrosse.com/newsletter Instagram - @kaylawriteslife Twitter - @KaylaGrosse Facebook - @kaylagrosseauthor Link for Kayla's Book "Reign Me In": https://amzn.to/42Rb5H7 --------- Romance Author C. A. Szarek's Fundraiser https://www.givesendgo.com/waterworld2023 -------- The YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQ Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestory Find me below: Twitter - @RomancetheStory Instagram - @RomancetheStory Facebook - @RomancetheStory Music: Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show…

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Ep 54 - Planning a Successful Book Launch with Carolyn Choate 48:59

há 2 years48:59