Written In Melanin
99 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsThe Written in Melanin Podcast is the space where you come for your weekly dose of melanated creativity. Hosted by C. M. Lockhart, an author of fantasy books featuring Black girls who aren't all that nice, and the owner of the Melanin Library, this podcast is a glimpse into the journey of Black authors. New episodes are released every other Wednesday! Purchase her latest book from her website https://CMLockhart.com 🤎
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From Fanfiction to Fantasy: Bethany Baptiste's Writer's Journey
April 17, 2024 11:00 - 45 minutes - 41.2 MBThis episode of the Written In Melanin podcast features host C. M. Lockhart in conversation with Bethany Baptiste, discussing her journey as a young adult sci-fi fantasy novelist. They dive into Baptiste's book 'The Poisons We Drink', exploring its unique blend of fantasy, politics, and the power of love potions. They discuss the inspiration behind the novel, the importance of representing morally grey Black characters, and the challenges faced in the traditional publishing world, especially...
Black Indie Fantasy Writing with Tatiana Obey
April 03, 2024 11:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MBThis episode features a discussion with author Tatiana Obey, known for her action-packed, character-driven stories featuring diverse characters. In it, C. M. Lockhart and Tatiana discuss various themes relevant to Black and indie authors, such as the importance of visibility, the challenge of receiving and giving honest reviews, and the significance of community in the indie author space. 00:00 Welcome to the Written In Melanin Podcast! 00:21 Meet Tatiana Obey: Author, World Traveler, and A...
A Tale of Two Mediums | Brittney Morris on Video Games and Young Adult Fiction
March 20, 2024 11:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MBIn this episode of the Written In Melanin podcast, host C.M. Lockhart chats with Brittney Morris, author of 'SLAY' and video game writer. Morris shares her journey from being inspired by the Black Panther movie to becoming a bestselling author and transitioning into video game writing, with projects like Marvel's Spider-Man. She discusses the challenges of writing, the importance of diversity and social justice in her work, and teases her upcoming novel. The conversation also covers tips for...
Writing Sapphic Fantasy and Indie Publishing with Tamara Jerée
March 06, 2024 11:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBWritten In Melanin: Spotlighting Melanated Creativity, A Conversation with Indie Author Tamara Jerée In this episode of the 'Written In Melanin' podcast, host C. M. Lockhart welcomes indie author, Tamara Jerée to discuss their experiences and writing journey, including a detailed look at their experiences with creative writing academic programs (MFA). As a black indie author, Tamara shares the inspiration and process behind their book 'The Fall That Saved Us'. They also discuss the struggl...
Exploring the Power of ChatGPT for Authors with Celeste Harte
February 21, 2024 11:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBIn this episode of the Written In Melanin podcast, C. M. Lockhart, chats with Celeste Harte, a fantasy writer and expert on ChatGPT. They delve into their experiences as Black, independent authors, highlighting the challenges, evolution, and inspirations along the journey. Discussing everything from online writing platforms, the process of world building, the significance of knowing your audience, to the role of AI in the writing process. Celeste provides insights into how to utilize ChatGPT...
Promoting Black Literature: A Discussion with the Hurston Wright Foundation
February 07, 2024 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBIn this episode of Written In Melanin podcast, host CM Lockhart speaks with special guest DeAndréa Johnson, an educator, writer and the Writing Programs Manager at the Hurston Wright Foundation. The discussion offers an in-depth introduction to the foundation, its mission, and the many resources it provides to support Black authors. Besides sharing her own career journey from teacher to editor and program manager, DeAndréa also offers some valuable advice for both emerging and seasoned write...
Crime Fiction, Publishing, and the Black Love Series: An Interview with Antwan Floyd Sr.
January 24, 2024 11:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBIn this episode of the Written In Melanin Podcast, host C. M. Lockhart interviews Antwan Floyd Sr., an author and publisher of Crime Fiction Media. Lockhart discusses Floyd’s journey from writing urban fiction to crime fiction, as well as the decision to establish his publishing company. Asking Floyd about his sources of inspiration, both touch on the importance of creativity and originality in a field where storylines can often be recycled. The pair also addresses the disparity in the publi...
Untangling Racism and Obligations in Black Horror: Conversations with Amanda B. Weaver
December 27, 2023 12:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode of the Written In Melanin podcast, host C. M. Lockhart engages in a discussion with Amanda B. Weaver (previously published under the name "Amanda Ross"), an indie author known for her work in Indie Fantasy and Horror. They discuss representation in horror and Amanda's upcoming novel, No One's Gonna Take her Soul Away. The conversation touches on the experiences of black indie authors, the racial trauma often expected in their works, and the importance of knowing your target a...
Exploring Diversity and Storytelling featuring Omari Richards Author of The Kimoni Legacy
December 20, 2023 12:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBIn this episode of the 'Written In Melanin' Podcast, host C.M. Lockhart engages in a deep and meaningful conversation with Omari Richards, a debut fantasy author. As they discuss Richards' newly published novel, 'The Kimoni Legacy', they explore the writing process, storytelling techniques, importance of diversity in literature, and the intricacies of creating a believable fantasy world. They touch upon the unique challenges of the writing journey and the importance of creating culturally re...
Interview with E. M. Lacey, author of Song of Sin
December 13, 2023 11:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBWelcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. E. M. Lacey is a coffee loving author who uses caffeine to generate dark urban, dystopian, and speculative stories with diverse adult and young adult characters. She enjoys posting and collecting coffee memes, watching horror movies, anime, and reading. And when she's not nerding out, she loves to connect with readers and authors. https://melaninlibrary.com/books/8045 Support the show - Purchase We Are the Origin: https:/...
Guest Episode w/ Dana L. Davis | Fake Famous, Voice Acting, and Writing YA
November 23, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBDana L. Davis joins me for this episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. She is an author, actress, and voice-over artist who lives and works in Los Angeles. She has starred in Heroes, Coach Carter, Franklin & Bash, Veronica Mars, and countless other film and TV productions. A few of her animation credits include Star vs. the Forces of Evil, Craig of the Creek, and She-Ra and the Princesses of Power. Dana is a classically trained violist and the founder of the LA-based nonprofit Culture f...
Unraveling the Creativity of Dana L. Davis: Actress, Voiceover Artist and Author
November 23, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBIn this engaging episode of the Written in Melanin podcast, host C.M. Lockhart invites renowned author, actress, and voiceover artist Dana L. Davis for an enlightening conversation. They delve into Davis's upcoming young adult novel Fake Famous.Davis cordially shares her experiences as a Black author crafting authentic and diverse characters that resonate with readers. Fake Famous: https://melaninlibrary.com/books/8082 Dana is @ItsDanaKDavis on Instagram & TikTok Dana's Website: http://www....
Guest Episode w/ Tatiana Obey | Sistah Samurai, short stories, and understanding genres
November 15, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBTatiana writes badass characters slaying dragons. She is the author of “A Forging of Age,” duology, and she enjoys combining action with character-driven stories that feature diverse heroes and heroines. Her debut novel, Bones to the Wind, is a 2022 BBA Award Winner and a 2022 Indie Ink Award Finalist. She once taught English in South Korea, studied abroad in Japan, and worked as a marketing specialist for a woman-owned law firm. The one thing she loves as much as writing is traveling the wo...
Guest Episode w/ Joelle Wellington | Their Vicious Games and being a debut author
November 01, 2023 10:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MBJoelle Wellington grew up in Brooklyn, New York, where her childhood was spent wandering the main branch of the Brooklyn Public Library. Her love of the written word led her to a B.A. in Creative Writing and International Studies. When she isn’t writing, she’s reading and when she’s not doing that, she’s attempting to bake bread with varying degrees of success or strengthening her encyclopedia-like pop culture knowledge. Today she is on the podcast to discuss her debut novel, Their Vicious...
Ep 42 | Character Development 101: Give your characters REASONS for doing things
October 25, 2023 10:00 - 13 minutes - 9.28 MBWe're talking about character development this week y'all! Because one of the things I get asked a lot as a developmental editor, is to look at how characters are presented on the page, how they come across, and how they grow throughout the story. So, I figured I'd share some tips on how to create believable characters. Book a session with me: https://calendly.com/writteninmelanin/coaching-60-mins *This video originally released on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uIXRJUWUoAQ Support the show - P...
Interview with Jessica Cage, author of A Corruption of Gilded Ashes | Black fantasy and shared worlds
October 11, 2023 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBWelcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Jessica Cage is an International Award Winning and USA Today Best-Selling Author of over thirty published books, host of the More Than a Plot Point Podcast, and mentor to indie authors across the world. Born and raised in Chicago, she's always been in love with writing and the art of crafting worlds. And for over a decade, Jessica has a following of readers and writers alike waiting to see what she does next. The Eldritc...
Bonus Episode w/ Aleema Omotoni | What if Shakespeare had to grow up watching Dear White People?
September 27, 2023 10:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBEveryone's Thinking It by Aleema Omotoni Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Aleema Omotoni is a British-Nigerian author. She writes novels that center Black teens coming of age, falling in love, and navigating all kinds of contemporary and fantasy worlds. She loves musical theatre, astrophysics and rainy autumn days. https://linktr.ee/aleemawrites https://melaninlibrary.com/books/7851 Support the show - Purchase We Are the Origin: https://www.writteninme...
Bonus Episode w/ Neka Marie | Debut novels and author communities
August 30, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBWelcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Neka Marie is a speculative fiction author with a love for sugary snacks, too many activities, and is involved with too many fandoms. She is a former army brat, "retired" martial artist, and not-so-former-or-retired horsegirl with an affinity for holding onto random bits of knowledge. Over the years, Neka Marie has worn many hats and you may have spotted her a couple times on your TV screens depending on what streaming ser...
Ep 41 | Time management as a full time author
August 23, 2023 10:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBOne of the things I've very fortunate to be able to say is that I'm a full time author. It's the dream (and / or goal) for a lot of authors, but I'll be the first to warn (and admit) that working for yourself isn't the easiest thing in the world. With all the time in the world, it becomes difficult to decide how to make the most of it. So, today I'm sharing a few things to keep in mind for managing your time as an author. Support the show - Purchase We Are the Origin: https://www.writteninme...
Bonus Episode w/ MultiMind
August 16, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBWelcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Today I am here with the author MultiMind. She writes books that are fairly Black, usually queer, and very much embedded in the world of Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Horror. Her short fiction has previously appeared in Nightlight Podcast. Her works include Dreamer, Kinetics and The Glassman. MultiMind Publishing The Glassman (melaninlibrary.com) Support the show - Purchase We Are the Origin: https://www.writteninmelanin.com/product...
Ep 40 | Unpopular Opinions: Judge books by their covers and DNF them often
August 02, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBI was talking with someone recently, and they brought up the idea of judging a book by its cover. And we've all been warned against doing that but, as I've spent more time in this publishing world, I've learned that I disagree with that statement. As controversial as it may sound, I think you should judge a book by its cover and, when necessary, I think you should DNF books too. Especially if you're a self-published author. https://melaninlibrary.com/books/7907 Support the show - Purchas...
Bonus Episode w/ Celeste Harte | ChatGPT is a tool writers should be using
July 19, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBWelcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Today I am here with the author Celeste Harte, who is out here making worlds and taking names. She writes books, does professional illustrating under her alter ego, Becky Brown, and even makes video games. Today, she joins me on the podcast to discuss a controversial topic in the writing world: the use of AI as a tool to write books. Join us as we discuss ChatGPT, what it really does, and how it can be useful for self-pub...
Ep 39 | Indie Authoring 101: Publishing with Amazon and Ingramspark
July 05, 2023 11:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBI asked you guys what you'd prefer the next episode of the podcast to be about and y'all chose to break down the differences between Amazon and IngramSpark, so that's what we're here to discuss! It's a question that a lot of authors ask, so I'll tell you guys what I know. But the short answer is this: you need both. Sponsored book: https://melaninlibrary.com/books/8008 ISBN link: https://www.myidentifiers.com/identify-protect-your-book/isbn/buy-isbn Support the show - Purchase We Are the ...
Ep 38 | This is why I've rewritten my entire book at least three times
June 07, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBWelcome to episode #38. Lately, I've been focused on my own writing and a large part of that for me right now is rewrites. It's the bane of many writer's existence -- why can't our first drafts just be perfect? But, the reality of it is that writing is, essentially, rewriting. But it can also lead down a rabbit hole of never completing a work. So, today we're talking about when, why, and how you should be rewriting your story. - The Wraith (melaninlibrary.com) Support the show - Purchase We...
Bonus Episode w/ Michael LaBorn | How booktok influencers are changing the publishing industry for indie authors
May 03, 2023 10:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBWelcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Today I am here with Michael LaBorn! He is an author, publisher, bookish content creator, and internet thorn in the side of major publishing companies. You may know him from TikTok (that's where our paths crossed!), or from his monthly indie book subscription box, which he uses to fight for indie authors of color by teaching American readers what actual inclusion looks like. - Subscriptions | DYB Publishing Support the s...
Ep 37 + Ben | How to differentiate useful beta reader feedback from opinions
April 19, 2023 10:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBWelcome to episode #37. I asked on the internet if y'all wanted to know why I had to fire my editor or if y'all wanted me to break down how to differentiate feedback on your story, and y'all chose the topic of feedback! So, here we are. Let's discuss how you can separate your beta reader feedback into useful criticism vs. a reader's personal taste. Heads up! This episode was recorded in the car, so the audio quality may not be as crisp as usual. Apologies in advance! Curse (melaninlibrary...
Bonus Episode w/ Liselle Sambury | Writing Delicious Monsters, a psychological thriller for young adults
April 05, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBWelcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast! Today I am here with Liselle Sambury. She is the author of Blood Like Magic, Blood Like Fate, and the recently released Delicious Monsters. Her work spans multiple genres from fantasy to sci-fi to horror and more. She also a successful YouTuber, sharing helpful tips for upcoming writers and details of her publishing journey on her channel, which is dedicated demystifying the sometimes complicated business of being an aut...
Episode 36 | What is a Primary Feedback Provider and how does it make your author journey easier?
March 15, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBWelcome to episode #36. I talk about my husband, Ben, all the time and how he is my Primary Feedback Provider (PFP) and a vital part of my author journey. So, in this episode, he joins me on the podcast to talk about what that means, how to find a PFP for yourself, and the rules we have in place to make sure this aspect of our relationship works. Spoiler alert: you need someone who's not afraid to hurt your feelings lol. - Kinetics (melaninlibrary.com) Support the show - Purchase We Are the...
Bonus Episode w/ Audra Russell | Oprah Stole Her Idea!
March 01, 2023 05:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBWelcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Today, I am here with Audra Russell. A native Jersey girl living in Maryland, she is a blogger, freelance writer, podcaster and published author. Inspired by the late Gil Noble and his television program, Like It Is, in 2020 her search for fiction books by Black authors led her to create her own talk show in the form of the Between the Reads podcast. And today, she's joining me on the podcast to discuss what it's like to...
Episode 35 | 3 Uncommon Tips for Self-Publishing a Book
February 15, 2023 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBWelcome to episode #35. Since I'm in the midst of my own publishing journey with Book 2 of my Wrath of the Gods series, I figured I'd share a few of my tips for self-publishing your books. These are going to be my less common tips — the things that help but no one ever really talks about. - Welcome to the Sick Mind of a Sane Person (melaninlibrary.com) Support the show - Purchase We Are the Origin: https://www.writteninmelanin.com/product/wato-hardback Purchase We Are the Origin LIMITED EDI...
Bonus Episode w/ Antoine Bandele | Let's talk Black fantasy and sequels
February 08, 2023 13:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBWelcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Today, I am here with Antoine Bandele. He is an author who lives in Los Angeles, CA with his girlfriend and cat. He is also a YouTuber, producing work for his channel “Antoine Bandele”, an audiobook engineer, and a publisher. Whenever he has the time, he’s writing books inspired by African folklore, mythology, and history. And today, he's joining me on the podcast to discuss Black fantasy, sequels, and what it's like sup...
Episode 34 | Discover Your Productivity as an Indie Author
January 25, 2023 11:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBWe have officially crossed the threshold into 2023. And since the new year brings us a fresh 365 days to work with, it generally comes with new resolutions for a lot of people as well -- especially writers. So, if you've decided that this year is the year that you're going to write your book, then now would be a good time to discover -- or Rediscover -- what your productivity looks like. - Kill the Beast (melaninlibrary.com) Support the show - Purchase We Are the Origin: https://www.writteni...
Bonus Episode with Akindele and Nadine Decker!
January 11, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBWelcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Today, I am here with Akindele and Nadine Decker. Akindele is a poet, writer, and historian, while Nadine works for a charity and is studying for her Masters of Science in Organizational Psychology. Together, they have written two children's books that preserve the folktales of their grandfather and share the rich history surrounding it. And today, they are joining me on the podcast to discuss the importance of preservin...
Episode 33 | What Success Looks Like as an Indie Author
December 21, 2022 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBWelcome to episode #33 If you follow me on TikTok then you'll know that I asked the question: what does success look like for you? It's something that my author friends and I discuss all the time and it's something that I always recommend my clients define for themselves. So, let's talk about it. What does success look like as an indie author? - The Fall of Souls (melaninlibrary.com) Support the show - Purchase We Are the Origin: https://www.writteninmelanin.com/product/wato-hardback Purcha...
Bonus Episode w/ Sheldon Theragood
December 07, 2022 11:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBToday, I am here with Sheldon Theragood, the author of "Whatever It Takes, Walking Through God's Purpose". After realizing that playing basketball on the collegiate and professional levels was not in God's plan for him, he went on to become a police officer, youth mentor, and advocate. He encourages young people to set goals in their lives, have a plan, and to diligently seek what it is that God has planned for them. His non profit organization, TheraGood Deeds, provides mentoring, counselin...
Episode 32 | Character Development 101: How to make your characters DIFFERENT
November 23, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBIn episode 31 I shared with you guys a few tips I had on giving characters, CHARACTER so that they feel real to the reader. I was planning to move on to a different topic for this week's episode, but since I can't stop thinking about it, let's talk some more about it lol. Here are some of my favorite tips on how to differentiate your characters in a story. - Where There is Smoke, There is Fire (melaninlibrary.com) Support the show - Purchase We Are the Origin: https://www.writteninmelanin.co...
Bonus Episode w/ Joya Goffney | YA Romance, Trad publishing, and Confessions
November 09, 2022 11:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBToday, I am here with Joya Goffney. She is an author from New Waverly, a small town in East Texas. In high school, she challenged herself with to-do lists full of risk-taking items like ‘hug a random boy’ and ‘eat a cricket,’ which later became the inspiration behind her debut novel, Excuse Me While I Ugly Cry. With a passion for Black social psychology, she moved out of the countryside to attend the University of Texas in Austin, where she still resides. And today, she's joining me on the ...
Episode 31 | Character Development 101: How to give characters, CHARACTER
October 19, 2022 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBAs writers, we are tasked with creating worlds from nothing and that can be overwhelming. In the midst of creating worlds, lore, locations, and cultures, it can be easy to let the characters who live in them become an afterthought. But, they are the heart of the story and it's imperative that they feel real to the reader. So, today, I'm sharing what I've learned about writing characters who are interesting, well-developed, and real. - Mahr: Book One by Erin Wakefield (melaninlibrary.com) Sup...
Bonus Episode w/ Morgan Lee | Being an author in a public space
October 05, 2022 10:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBToday, I'm here with Morgan Lee, a multi-genre indie author. Her book, Seed Among the Thorns, is the first book in her young adult dark fantasy trilogy. A lover of imaginary worlds, the smell of ink on a page, and spinning in the wind, Morgan has been writing since the age of six and has always dreamed of being an author. You can always find her on her YouTube channel where she hosts productivity streams, shares her writing journey, her life, and anything else that inspires her. And today, ...
Episode 30 | Give yourself time: Gentle reminders on your author journey
September 21, 2022 13:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBWelcome to episode #30. Complete transparency here: today's episode was going to be on a completely different topic. But, it was heavy on my mind to talk about time and being patient with yourself and your process, so here we are. - Links: https://WrittenInMelanin.com/links Purchase We Are the Origin: https://payhip.com/b/osSWm Support Chelsea and the podcast: https://Patreon.com/CMLockhart Check out the Melanin Library: https://MelaninLibrary.com Music by Akia DaGreat Support the ...
Bonus Episode w/ Jennifer Bush-Harris | Have You Done the Reading?
September 07, 2022 13:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBWelcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Today, I'm here with the amazingly talented Jennifer Bush-Harris. She is a blogger and an indie author from St. Louis, Missouri. An alumni of University of Missouri-St. Louis, and the mother of 2 teenage daughters. She is currently compiling her portfolio to pursue her MFA, and when she's not writing, she enjoys road trips, baking, and film noir. And I'm also going to throw in that she is the host of the Writer's Block P...
Episode 29 | Worldbuilding 101: Where to start?
August 24, 2022 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBWelcome to episode #29. One of the things that I absolutely love about writing fantasy is that you get to create the world. You can imagine a world that is whatever you want it to be, and for me, that is so fun. I'm not going to claim to be a master, but I am incredibly proud of the world I built for my own fantasy novel, We Are the Origin. So, today, I'm sharing a few things to keep in mind if you're starting out with worldbuilding for the first time. - Links: https://WrittenInMelanin.com/...
Episode 28 | Things I like to see in books 📚
August 10, 2022 13:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBWelcome to episode #28. So, one of the things I always try to make clear on the podcast and my platforms, in general, is that while I love books, I love writing, I love the written word in general, I don't read as much as I used to. It's not necessarily something I'm either proud or ashamed of -- it's just a fact of my current life. I love to read, but because I read for work, sometimes I just don't have it in me to read for pleasure. That being said, when I do read for pleasure that are ce...
Episode 27 | Things to keep in mind when looking for a cover artist 🧑🏾🎨
August 03, 2022 13:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBWelcome to episode #27. I get complimented on my cover art all the time (shout out to my cover artist Rebecca Brown!) and in my personal chats the topic of cover art comes up frequently. So, I'm here to share what I know about them and I a few things I think you should keep in mind when looking for one. - Links: https://WrittenInMelanin.com/links Purchase We Are the Origin: https://payhip.com/b/osSWm Support Chelsea and the podcast: https://Patreon.com/CMLockhart Check out the Melanin L...
Episode 26 | Be authentic and attract your author fam 😎
July 27, 2022 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBWelcome to episode #26. One of the hardest things to do as an author is to network with strangers on the internet who do the same thing you do. For a lot of us, we are introverts. At the very least, even if you're not an introvert, it can be intimidating trying to find the right community of people who will support and show up for you. So, today, I'm sharing my thoughts on the matter and a few things I think you should keep in mind when you're looking for your author fam. - Links: https://...
Episode 25 | Representation is about more than skin color ✌🏾
July 20, 2022 13:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBWelcome to episode #25. In this big old year of 2022 we still have to have discussions about representation, inclusion, and why it's so important. Probably now more than ever before. Because some people don't get it. Or they're pretending like they don’t. So, today we're going to talk about it. And I'm going to be as honest and straightforward as I can about it. Let's get into it. And just so you know, there will be some ranting in this one lol. - Links: https://WrittenInMelanin.com/links ...
Episode 24 | Brand Yourself as an Author
July 13, 2022 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBWelcome to episode #24. Being an author of any kind is hard. And, ironically enough, the hardest part of everything isn't creating a piece of work to share with the world. It's making people aware that you're an author and what is that you write. The hardest part is selling your book. So, today I'm going to talk about what it means to brand yourself as an author and why you should focus on that instead of trying to sell a product. Check out @TheMoniqueMensah on Instagram - Links: https:/...
Episode 23 | The Writing Process of C. M. Lockhart
July 06, 2022 13:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBWelcome to episode #23. So, if you follow me on TikTok, then you'll know that, like the podcast, I try to be very transparent about what I'm doing. I was asked the question about my writing process, so, since I'm about to start on the second book of the Wrath of the Gods duology, I figured I'd share it now. Both to answer the question and put in words for myself! - Links: https://WrittenInMelanin.com/links Purchase We Are the Origin: https://payhip.com/b/osSWm Support Chelsea and the podca...
Episode 22 | Book Distribution: How to Get Your Book Out There
June 29, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBWelcome to episode #22 This episode, I want to talk about book distribution. While I never present myself as an expert on things, I do like to point out to anyone new to self or indie publishing that there are many more ways to go about releasing your book than just going with Amazon. I know it seems to be the default for a lot of authors, but if you want full control of your book and options, then you should definitely consider all your options before committing to one. - Links: https://Wr...
Episode 21 | Self-Publishing 101: Things to Know Before Your First Release
June 15, 2022 19:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBIn today's episode, I want to share some things I've learned about what to expect when you're expecting to publish your first book. Deciding to publish your book yourself is a major decision and there's a lot that goes into it. That being said, there's still a lot of mystery surrounding publishing and I'm hoping to clear that up a little. - Website: https://CMLockhart.com Purchase We Are the Origin: https://payhip.com/b/eJSQP Support Chelsea: https://Patreon.com/CMLockhart Check out the M...