When authors pivot to a new genre
Wall Street Journal bestselling author Jeff Wheeler discusses switching from writing in the fantasy genre to writing action thrillers.
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FDF #71a: Tips on Pivoting
Variety is the spice of life - but is it also the secret to a long and prosperous author career? Our guest, Wall Street Journal bestselling author Jeff Wheeler, knows his stuff, and with a recent pivot into writing thrillers, he's the perfect author to have this discussion with.
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What to do about reviews: the good, the bad and the ugly
Best-selling thriller author Andy Maslen reflects on the good, bad and ugly of reader reviews.
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FDF #71: Writing as a Hybrid Author
In this episode of First Draft Friday from Authors A.I. our guest is bestselling contemporary romance author Xio Axelrod. Alessandra Torre and Xio Axelrod discuss themes related to writing romance, and Xio's journey from indie to published author.
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How to incorporate your life into your novel’s characters
Authors Alessandra Torre and Mary Carroll Moore discuss how writers can incorporate themselves into their characters. Mary Carroll shares how she incorporated some of her own life experiences into her new book, "A Woman’s Guide to Search and Rescue."
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FDF #70: Your Characters Can Be You
In this episode of First Draft Friday from Authors A.I., authors Alessandra Torre and Mary Carroll Moore discuss how writers can incorporate themselves into their characters. Mary Carroll shares how she incorporated some of her own life experiences into her new book, A Woman's Guide to Search and Rescue. .
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FDF #69: Stepping Through Your Self Imposed Boundaries
Authors Alessandra Torre and Debbie Weiss discuss stepping through self-imposed boundaries of fear and anxiety to pen your first book.
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What is creative nonfiction?
Lynne Golodner, an author, entrepreneur and writing coach, discusses the similarities & differences between creative nonfiction & fiction with Alessandra Torre.
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From screenwriter to published author
Author Jane L. Rosen joins Alessandra Torre to discuss her transition from screenwriter to novelist and how to apply screenwriting principles to novel writing.
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FDF #68: The Similarities & Differences Between Creative Nonfiction & Fiction
In this episode of First Draft Friday from Authors A.I. on Friday, September 29th at 12 Noon Eastern, Authors Alessandra Torre and Lynne Golodner will discuss the similarities & differences between creative nonfiction & fiction. You don't want to miss this FREE live chat! Make sure you bring your questions. Sign up today.
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Brainstorm to book: Steps to publishing
Authors Alessandra Torre and Kathleen Fine discuss steps, advice, and tips on how first-time novel writers can get their book published.
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FDF #67: From Screenwriter To Published Author
In this episode of First Draft Friday from Authors A.I. on Friday, September 15th at 12 Noon Eastern, Authors Alessandra Torre and Jane L. Rosen will discuss steps, advice, and tips on how real life experiences can be turned into successful novels. You don't want to miss this FREE live chat! Make sure you bring your questions. Sign up today.
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