Writer in the Making
375 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThe ultimate podcast for aspiring authors. Join me as I delve into the world of writing, providing invaluable timesaving techniques, expert writing tips, and unwavering support. Immerse yourself in the behind-the-scenes journey of my own writing, gaining insights along the way. I've featured Kindlepreneur's Dave Chesson, Shortcuts for Writers Stacy Juba, Plottr's Troy Lambert, and USA Today Best-Selling Author Rachael Bloome. With almost 400 episodes in 20 plus countries, get top writing resources today!
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Episodes
The Unexpected Character: The Wedding Report
September 14, 2020 16:04 - 4 minutes - 4.49 MBA character that wasn’t a part of the original cast. Javier Flores. Who is he? What does he mean to Chantelle? Should Lance care if something sparks between these two since he’s getting married? Preorder The Wedding Report https://books2read.com/u/31Gow6
My favorite scene: The Wedding Report
September 10, 2020 20:08 - 5 minutes - 5.44 MBThe Wedding Report releases September 22nd! Today I share my favorite scene between Chantelle and Lance. Another favorite song of mine is Anne Drury’s “One Step.” I heard this song clear as day when writing this scene and it made it that much more real as I envisioned my characters. Have your copy yet? Click here https://books2read.com/u/31Gow6
Thank You!
September 03, 2020 16:13 - 1 minute - 811 KBThank you for the birthday wishes! Also, thanks so much for your support of Thinking of Zoe!
Reflections on my Birthday!
August 31, 2020 14:56 - 7 minutes - 6.33 MBToday’s my birthday! Thank you all for your support! I appreciate it.
Thinking of Zoe
August 26, 2020 14:49 - 1 minute - 978 KBThinking of Zoe releases August 29th! Get your copy today! I’ve also included a snippet of another song I think fits Alex and Zoe! It literally came to me after writing the story, so it’s not included in the book. You’ll only be able to hear on it Anchor’s platform. Enjoy! Click here to get your copy! https://books2read.com/u/3RNWrj
Photo Bombed & Thinking of Zoe!
August 18, 2020 14:20 - 6 minutes - 4.84 MBI’m about 7K into my first cozy mystery, Photo Bombed. Thinking of Zoe releases August 29th! Pre-order if you’d like or you can read it now on Smashwords with my pre-sale.
Thinking of Zoe & Those We Love in Blue
August 11, 2020 14:28 - 2 minutes - 2.17 MBThinking of Zoe is in the final stages! August 29th so pre-order at any major retailers! Have you read the first chapters of Those We Love in Blue yet? Click here for a free sample https://dl.bookfunnel.com/3sm2kq91sc
Hit the Betseller list?
August 03, 2020 14:37 - 11 minutes - 9.39 MBAnother article from BookBub with tips on how to hit the bestseller list. While this isn’t a guarantee for your book, there’s no harm in trying! You never know what you might learn. https://insights.bookbub.com/promo-stacking-helps-authors-hit-bestseller-lists/
COVID-19 and your Book
July 29, 2020 15:09 - 6 minutes - 5.86 MBI saw an article that asked should authors write their books with the present events occurring? Should the pandemic be included in your story line? How much would your story change? Thought this was interesting. Article by BookBaby “The Coronavirus: The Elephant in The Room.”
My First Cozy Mystery
July 28, 2020 15:42 - 12 minutes - 9.77 MBI’m putting together my lists of suspects! Things are coming together as I write my first cozy mystery, Photo Bombed! Are you writing a mystery? Listen in for some tips! Nancy J. Cohen’s book Writing the Cozy Mystery is mentioned in this episode.
Growing your Newsletter
July 24, 2020 15:29 - 10 minutes - 9.55 MBI watched a webinar by DIYMFA a few weeks back and it talked about growing your newsletter. We’ve discussed this before but I want to revisit it. I also have a surprise! Tune in.
Thinking of Zoe: an update!
July 21, 2020 15:46 - 2 minutes - 1.71 MBThinking of Zoe is in revision mode. I did take a break from it so I can come back with a fresh perspective. Plan is to still release in the fall! So many ideas but I’m excited!
Other Genres
July 16, 2020 15:02 - 4 minutes - 4.1 MBIf you’ve been following me on Goodreads, you’ll notice Christian Fiction and Cozy Mystery have been added. It’s true I’m branching out to write other genres! Don’t worry sweet romance will be my primary, but I want to try others. Have a listen!
Experience as a Judge
July 14, 2020 15:30 - 3 minutes - 3.09 MBThe contest is halfway there at critiquematch.com! I’m glad I was apart of this contest to help fellow writers with their work. Listen to hear my experience.
Christmas Therapy is here!
July 10, 2020 16:40 - 1 minute - 1.36 MBChristmas Therapy is here! Get your copy, paperback or ebook, and enjoy this sweet holiday romance! Christmas in July! Click here https://books2read.com/u/b5Q1rA
Experiences of a Black Writer
July 08, 2020 15:07 - 6 minutes - 5.81 MBI did an interview with blogger/writer/editor Kirsten McNeill’s blog “The Art is Ours.” I share in the post my experiences as a Black woman as we deal with racism in this country and around the world. Not to mention my experience as a Black writer. No, I don’t speak for the entire Black community, but I can tell one thing, “the look” is real. Check out this link to read the full interview! https://kirstenmcneill.com/daria-white-author-interview
Tips from a Volunteer Judge
July 02, 2020 15:31 - 8 minutes - 5.59 MBAs I judge in the FictionFive contest, I saw some key things that stood out in the manuscripts. We all know the basics to a certain extent. I say never stop learning. Be willing to keep growing. Listen in to some tips I’ve given to the entries I’m reading.
The Wedding Report, Thinking of Zoe, & FictionFive contest!
June 30, 2020 15:50 - 5 minutes - 4.16 MBMy next novel I’m working on is The Wedding Report! I have three plot twists in the making so I’m in revision mode. Thinking of Zoe is underway, and there’s one more day to sign up for contest. Are you ready? critiquematch.com is mentioned in this episode.
My First Contest as a Judge!
June 24, 2020 16:45 - 4 minutes - 3.42 MBCritique Match is hosting its FictionFive contest! Unpublished authors can have the first five pages (1500 words) critiqued by top rated writers, volunteering judges, and later by developmental editors. Guess who’s one of the judges? Visit critiquematch.com to enter your work or be a volunteer judge!
Thinking of Zoe is finished!
June 22, 2020 15:23 - 3 minutes - 3.34 MBThinking of Zoe (Bridge Point Romance, Book 3) is finished! It’s around 38-39K, so it’s the longest so far in the series. And... it leads into book four, Something about Bailey! Yes, Jackson and Bailey are back! The couple that started it all!
For Juneteenth
June 19, 2020 15:33 - 2 minutes - 1.28 MB*Disclaimer * A special episode for Juneteenth!
Christmas Therapy & continuing the conversation
June 17, 2020 18:44 - 5 minutes - 3.98 MBChristmas Therapy comes out next month! I’m working on the paperback now, so pre-order if you haven’t already. In this episode, I also include some songs from my playlist. Not your typical playlist, but I believe music is universal. As we build the bridge, let’s find out what we have in common. Deal?
Let’s Meet at the Bridge
June 09, 2020 16:33 - 7 minutes - 7.11 MB*Disclaimer* (another special episode). One of my favorite lines in the movie Black Panther is when Angela Bassett yells to her son in his first official battle for the throne, “tell him who you are!” I love that line. When he says who he is, he wins the battle. He remembered. These past few weeks have been tough, but as part of building a bridge, I’ll tell you who I am. We may have more in common than you think.
Thank You from a Black Author
June 02, 2020 21:44 - 1 minute - 1.27 MB*Disclaimer: This is a special thank you to you all for being supportive during this time as we watch what’s happening in our country and around the world.
Ever done a Presale?
May 26, 2020 15:52 - 12 minutes - 9.71 MBWe’ve all heard of pre-orders, but what about a presale? Smashwords has launched its presale features that allows readers not only to reserve their copy, but they can read it prior to the release day! How am I working with this new feature? Have a listen!
Revive an Old Writing Project
May 14, 2020 19:05 - 7 minutes - 7.21 MBI saw a post from last month on ProWritingAid’s blog that I thought I’d share. Having trouble finishing a manuscript? I have. Have a listen for some tips to help you finish your book. prowritingaid.com is mentioned in this episode.
Still Writing...
May 08, 2020 16:07 - 4 minutes - 4.38 MBThinking of Zoe is still going! I’ve yet to write the second plot point, but I’m excited as I build to the climax. Also, I have another announcement but I won’t share until later. Tune in for more.
Camp NaNoWriMo update
April 29, 2020 15:01 - 6 minutes - 6 MBI’ve written over 25K for camp! The thing is... I’m not finished with the story as I thought I would. Listen in to hear my progress.
Anything for Noelle
April 21, 2020 15:40 - 4 minutes - 4.11 MBBook 2 is here! Check your local retailers for your copy today. Thanks so much for your support of this series.
Progress with Thinking of Zoe
April 15, 2020 15:28 - 6 minutes - 5.91 MBWe’re about halfway into Camp NaNoWriMo. How’s my project coming? How’s yours?
The Unfinished Novel
April 07, 2020 15:31 - 8 minutes - 7.88 MBRemember The Wedding Report? This time last year I was writing this story during Camp NaNo 2019 April. I set it to the side and moved on to another story. Guess what? It’s back! Listen in for tips in case you’re stuck with a story.
Authors going Virtual
April 02, 2020 15:31 - 9 minutes - 9.07 MBI received another email from BookBub! Want to know how other authors are promoting their books during this time? Have a listen! https://insights.bookbub.com/authors-book-promotion-covid-19/
Camp NaNoWriMo April 2020
March 31, 2020 16:24 - 6 minutes - 6.19 MBThinking of Zoe is underway! I’m excited to write and participate in April’s Camp NaNoWriMo 2020. Are you participating?
Authors helping Authors
March 26, 2020 15:15 - 7 minutes - 6.48 MBI received an article from BookBub that I wanted to share. Basically, it’s authors helping authors during this time. Enjoy! https://insights.bookbub.com/
Thinking of Zoe—Book 3
March 24, 2020 15:14 - 4 minutes - 4.42 MBI’m loving my Bridge Point Romance series! Thanks so much for your support. Book three is underway while I’m finishing up edits with book two. Meet the stars of book three, Zoe and Alex!
Anything for Noelle is finished!
March 18, 2020 15:30 - 3 minutes - 3.34 MBBook 2 of the Bridge Point Romance series is complete! Edits are coming along and I may be releasing it sooner. I’m excited for this story and the others to come!
Write a Pageturner (2)
March 09, 2020 15:55 - 8 minutes - 7.59 MBWe’re back with more tips on how to write a page turner! It’s not about the story you tell, but how you tell it. While some of us start with plots, I start with characters when I begin a new book. Listen in as I give some examples. Enjoy!
Write a Pageturner
March 06, 2020 14:00 - 9 minutes - 8.92 MBIt looks like as a writer I’ve gone from being “predictable” to “this story had me clutched!” How did I do that? I’m not an expert but I’ll share how to write a story that grips your readers. Enjoy! Articles from writersedit.com and http://writeonsisters.com/ are mentioned in this episode.
Meet the Cast—Anything for Noelle
March 05, 2020 14:00 - 7 minutes - 7.06 MBWe’re behind the scenes! Tommy and Noelle are the stars of my upcoming novella, Anything for Noelle (Book 2 of the Bridge Point Romance series). How long will the series last? Do these two have a love song?
Christmas Connection: Thank you!
March 03, 2020 22:26 - 1 minute - 1.35 MBThe reviews are coming in for Christmas Connection (Bridge Point Romance, Book 1). Thank you all for your support! Book two is underway! Get your copy today https://books2read.com/u/bMpYRV
Revisiting Imposter Syndrome
February 28, 2020 15:02 - 9 minutes - 7.52 MBWe haven’t talked about this one in a while. Imposter Syndrome. It came up in my writers group and in a webinar. So... let’s revisit it.
Christmas Connection is here!
February 25, 2020 13:49 - 5 minutes - 4.25 MBChristmas Connection (Bridge Point Romance, Book 1) is available at Amazon! Coming to other retailers soon! Enjoy the story of Jackson and Bailey. More to come in this series! Link book https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08542VHVD
Structuring Scenes
February 19, 2020 16:45 - 8 minutes - 7.08 MBThe more I write, the more I learn. Here are some tips on structuring your scenes. How do you know where to start? Is this scene necessary? What should be included? Have a listen. I also recommend Reedsy’s YouTube video “How to Write a Scene.” Enjoy! www.reedsy.com is mentioned in this episode.
Big Announcement!
February 12, 2020 18:58 - 4 minutes - 4.43 MBChristmas Connection is almost finished! Guess what? There will be a book two! Yay! My first series!
Behind the Scenes: Christmas Therapy
February 04, 2020 16:13 - 6 minutes - 5.62 MBAnother look behind the scenes at Christmas Therapy! I’ve included a list of songs as part of the book’s playlist. Pre-order today at any major retailer (Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, etc). It will be available on Amazon soon!
Christmas Connection Update
January 30, 2020 16:51 - 5 minutes - 5.16 MBMy short novella is almost done, but every story has a process. I’ve gone back and forth with these characters but the journey is almost over. How’s it going? Have a listen.
Christmas Therapy is coming!
January 24, 2020 18:15 - 4 minutes - 4.35 MBI’ve been writing this book since last year and it’s in the final stages. Finally! Look for the pre-order in all major retailers! It will also be available on Amazon as both an ebook and paperback!
Tips on Social Media
January 22, 2020 17:02 - 14 minutes - 11.3 MBI recently got an email titled “Three Social Media Mistakes for Would-Be Authors.” How can we implement social media as writers? Should it be all about marketing your book? Should you get personal with your audience? How serious is it? bookbaby.com is mentioned in this episode.
Character wounds—part 2
January 14, 2020 19:05 - 7 minutes - 5.82 MBWhat if you’re still struggling with your characters’ wounds? What’s wrong with them? Will you ever pinpoint it? Patience is key. How do I know? Remember goals, motivations, and stakes. Have a listen.
Happy New Year!
January 06, 2020 16:09 - 2 minutes - 2.3 MBWishing you all a happy new year! Any goals this year? What did you accomplish last year?