How to defy publishing rules | An interview with Kelis Rowe

Written In Melanin

English - July 12, 2024 11:00 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MB - ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
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Previous Episode: How to Write Authentic Stories That Matter: Lessons from Julian Winters

Chelsea interviews author Kelis Rowe about her debut novel 'Finding Jupiter,' her journey in traditional publishing, and the balancing act of crafting authentic YA romance amidst life's many challenges.

00:00 Welcome to the Written in Melanin Podcast

00:22 Introducing Kelis Rowe and Her Debut Novel

01:50 Kelis Rowe's Journey to Becoming an Author

02:21 The Reality of Publishing and Writing

04:34 Navigating the Publishing Industry

06:51 The Importance of Writing What You Love

13:17 Building Relationships with Editors

18:29 Marketing and Promoting Your Book

25:41 Balancing Writing with Personal Life

36:15 Kelis Rowe's Upcoming Projects

38:49 Final Thoughts and Writing Advice
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Kelis' Links: https://linktr.ee/keliswrites
Finding Jupiter: https://melaninlibrary.com/books/6459
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We Are the Origin: https://shop.writteninmelanin.com/b/KihME
We Are Dying Gods: https://shop.writteninmelanin.com/b/wadge
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