Depending on what you’ve heard in the past, these words either inspire hope or fear. That’s why I’m here to break down what they mean in the publishing industry and shed some light on the stigma behind both. Check out this website if you're wondering on how trustworthy a self-publishing company or book-related business really is!
You won't want to miss this! Listen in as I interview Kim Appelgryn (author of The Silent Witness ) about her experience with her former publisher and how she had to learn the hard way about potential scammers. To learn more about my special guest, check out her twitter and facebook pages!
Most writers want to be the next bestselling author, but nothing crushes a dream faster than a flood of rejection letters. That's why I'm here to tell you not to sleep on indie publishers who may be willing to take the risk on your next book! Listen in as I dive into the pros and cons of your next publishing move. Liked the episode? Check it out on my blog !
Hello, fellow listeners! I have exciting news for 2022 and what's coming out this year from your fellow writer and podcaster: Me! I hope you're ready for some exciting books, author interviews, writing tips, and more!
Welcome back for more writing tips on the Author Podcast Show! Today, we'll be talking about how to navigate negative feedback on your stories. No one likes getting a 1-star review, but while some people may take it personally, I like to look at it as a right of passage. Here are some tips about how to find constructive criticism in a place that feels hopeless. If you'd like to read the blog post, check it out here: https://laureneason.com/2021/11/12/navigating-negative-feedback/...
November is National Novel Writing Month and I want you to succeed! Listen in as I talk about several tips and tricks that you can do to make your 50K word count a dream come true during this month of vigorous writing. No discouragement here; all motivation! Visit the official website of NaNoWriMo for more details on the challenge. If you'd like to participate in the Inkitt NaNoWriMo challenge click on the link on how to join: https://www.inkitt.com/groups/1070 Blog post for NaNoWriMo: https://l...
Happy Halloween! Now that we're nearing the end of our spooky season here on the Author Podcast Show, I've decided to share my short horror story for the season titled "The Deal." Samuel has made a grave mistake taking a deal from a mysterious man, but come to find out, he wasn't the only one who sold his soul. If you'd like to read more of my short stories, check out my Reedsy profile at: https://blog.reedsy.com/creative-writing-prompts/author/lauren-eason/ You can also visit my Inkitt profile ...
In the final days of the Great War, Germans soldiers stationed at Belleau Wood fight off against not only American soldiers but a supernatural threat. One many believed to be solely a myth. From the mind of Gabriel Garcia is "Hellhounds," a short story that won't disappoint! To read of Gabriel Garcia's works, check out the links below! www.instagram.com/arbiter283 www.inkitt.com/gabriel14...
Catherine Jordan spins a horrific tale in her story "The Death Party" where a Halloween Party set in the 1840s turns from harmless fun to down right deadly. To learn more about Catherine Jordan and her writings, check out her website and social media. Links are listed below! www.catherinejordan.com www.facebook.com/CatherineJordanBooks www.twitter.com/CatherineBooks From Catherine Jordan: With two novels to my credit and a third on the way, I've been featured in a variety of and on-line publicat...
Christian Fecht is an aspiring author of the book titled Annals of Ludinia . Listen in as we discuss his journey to being a new author and what inspires him. To find out more about Christian Fecht and his work, check out the links below! Website: https://christianfechtwriter.wordpress.com/ Social media: https://www.facebook.com/fantasywriter10/ https://instagram.com/fantasywriter10 https://twitter.com/ChrisMiFe...
This week's short horror story feature is "One Missed Call" by Samuel Marshall. Edward Anderson has been working at the post office for years, but his scandal is finally catching up to him and the woman at House 55 knows. Check out more of Samuel Marshall's work on Instagram and their website! Instagram: @CravensCrypt Website: Scribblesonthebedroomwall.wordpress.com
This week's short horror story comes from M S Dean with her work "Halloween Headlines." Follow the tail of a missing journalist at the infamous Malham Cove. Want to read more from M S Dean? Check out her new novel on Amazon called Just Say the Lines . Follow her on Facebook !
This episode features a double feature with Ruth May's "The Fortune Teller" and Kevin Ground's "Halfway Down Throshmore Street." Ruth May is a hobby writer and mysterious with her craft, weaving a tale of two soldiers returning from war with a dark secret. She dives into their struggles with mental health as they return home to meet an unfortunate demise. Kevin Ground is a prolific writer especially in the horror genre. His tale follows a hag who seeks a deal with a devil. A trade for the innoce...
Taking a tour through the Winchester Mystery House has never been so deadly. Join me for an all new short horror story feature of Jeff Provine's "No Photographs, Please." To find more information on Jeff Provine's works, check out the links below! Author Website: www.jeffprovine.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/authorjeffprovine Twitter: www.twitter.com/jeffprovine Check out his previous works such as Haunted Oklahoma and Haunted Oklahoma City on Amazon!...
Short Horror Story Feature #1: From: DJ Tyrer Title: Sylvia's Pictures Originally Published: Voices From A Coma #2 (November 2014) Synopsis: Sylvia sits alone in her room, drawing pictures of The Raggedy Man. She and her step-mother don't get on and when her step-mother announces that she is pregnant, Sylvia retorts that The Raggedy Man will be coming to take her away. Tensions rise until, one day, Sylvia announces "He's here" and her step-mother hears movement in the house and is left wondering...
I'm glad to be back with all my listeners after my birthday vacation. Listen in as I talk about all my writing updates, new book releases for now and the future, and my upcoming short horror story feature on the Author Podcast Show coming September 10th! Follow me for more updates at my author website .
Evil robots. Alien invasions. Time travelers. Sounds a like a bunch of well-known tropes that we love! Listen in as I talk about the world of science fiction in books, movies, and T.V. shows. If you'd like to a part of the show, send me a message at www.laureneason.com.
The prophetic hero. The unknown heir. The epic quests through treacherous lands. I've got your tropes for this Trope Season on epic fantasies. Tune in as I go through some of the beloved tropes we tend to see throughout this genre. If you'd like to be a part of the show or featured for your novels, shoot me a message at www.laureneason.com .
My mom and I are watching The Vampire Diaries on Netflix and if she says her favorite character is anyone other than Caroline Forbes I'll need an explanation. Sit back as I discuss tropes in Teen Fiction and my mom's hilarious reactions to watching The Vampire Diaries for the first time! If you'd like to be a part of the show or featured for your novels, shoot me a message at www.laureneason.com .
Evil mastermind? Check. Femme fatale? Check. Drunk, dysfunctional, detective with a broken, dark past? Double check! No genre is safe during Trope Season! Listen in as I discuss different tropes in crime fiction from novels to shows to movies. To learn more about the Author Podcast Show and how you can be a part of it, visit my website at www.laureneason.com !
A couple of teenagers taking dares over an abandoned house? A road trip where you've taken a wrong turn? Or maybe just a good old fashion ghost story by the campfire? When it comes to horror, I've pretty much seen it all. Listen in as we talk about different horror tropes! Want to be a part of the conversation? Visit my website to fill out the form for the Author Podcast Show.
Do you feel like you keep seeing the same plot in every romance novel? Chances are, you have. Listen in as I talk about different plots in romance novels like enemies to lovers, falling in love with a billionaire, and becoming the wife of the mafia. Visit my author website for more tips on writing, publishing, and more!
I review another story called The Last Magus by another fellow inkitt author known as Maverick's Ghost. This book has the makings of being a great high fantasy novel, but it might be better to split it into two separate novels. Listen in, as I explain my findings! So sit back, relax, and enjoy the episode! If you're interested in the story, click here . To find the author's profile, click here . To be a part of the Author Podcast Show visit my author website for more information!...
We're back with another first chapter review with author Kim Applegryn of The Time Travels of Tristan and Troy ! Kim just released her debut novel The Silent Witness but still writes on Inkitt for those of us who can't get enough of her work! This book has time traveling, romance, medieval sorceresses, swords, and is packed with non-stop adventure. So let's sit back, relax, and head back in time to Camelot! To find the story to read more, click here . Find Kim at the links below! Instagram Twitt...
Listen in as I interview author Rowan Hill and we discuss what it takes to get your flash fiction, short stories, and novelettes published in anthologies. We deep dive into the submission and payment process and how you can get started if you want to be a part of this unique experience. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the episode! You can find Rowan Hill at: https://www.facebook.com/WriterRowanHill https://twitter.com/WriterRowanHill https://www.writerrowanhill.com/ To be a part of the show, visit la...
I was so excited to see a fun and interesting story come across my podcast! Join me with my first time reviewing a fanfiction story called The Gap Between You and I on Inkitt by fellow Inkitt author Yoongi_is_Oppa. To see more work by them, visit their social media below: Inkitt Profile: https://www.inkitt.com/Kakashisenpai12 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/Kakashi_is_my_dude To be featured on my podcast either for a book review or for an author interview, please visit my website at http://w...
We all may know what a plot is, but let me give you a few tips on how to outline one. Listen in as I talk about plotting and sub plotting your stories.
Nothing screams demonic more than an entity that murders people. Listen in as I review the first chapter of The Unborn Joel by Kookie, a fellow Inkitt author. To find Kookie and their work visit the links below: www.inkitt.com/cookiewrites27 www.instagram.com/sugarkuges_27
Want to take a deep dive into self-publishing? Listen in as I interview author Tracy Eire about her self-publishing experience, marketing techniques, and more! Tracy Eire is the author of The Dead Set Series and Cardinal Machines Series. Check her out at the links below: Author Website: https://www.tracyeire.site/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TracyEire Instagram: https://instagram.com/TracyEire Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tracy.eire.writer/...
The Goddess of the moon yearned for the human below. What she didn't know was her decision would shatter the realms. Join me as Will and I delve into a world of myth in Kim Appelgryn's The Silent Witness . Find Kim Appelgryn on her social media platforms: Inkitt.com/kimappelgryn twitter.com/AppelgrynKim instagram.com/appelgrynkim If you'd like to be part of the show, visit my website at www.laureneason.com and fill out a form. I'd love to hear from you!...
