In this week’s episode, I hope you’re ready for an insightful journey into the world of writing as I sit down with the incredible Waka T. Brown. This multi-talented soul takes us through her writing journey, shedding light on her transition from screenwriting to crafting compelling books for middle-grade readers as well as a children’s picture book.
She shares with us her experiences with Pitch Wars which helped launch her writing career, and also the intricacies of the publishing process. We’ll talk about the inspiration behind her books and the thoughtful decision to pen a memoir tailored for middle-grade minds.
Waka opens up about her seasonal writing process, where breaks between writing seasons become a sanctuary to rest and replenish creative resources. And for all you aspiring writers out there, Waka leaves you with this gem: write what you love, embrace imperfections, and relish every step of the writing process.
Connect with Waka:
Website: https://wakatbrown.com/
Purchase books: https://www.harpercollins.com/collections/books-by-waka-t-brown
Purchase signed books: https://www.annieblooms.com/waka-brown-signed-book-requests
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Developmental book editing - Rebecca Petruck
For picture book resources - Debbie Ridpath Ohi
Want to be on the show? Send your emails and pitches to thewritersmindset@gmail.com.
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