Rochelle Weinstein is a successful and talented author known for her emotionally charged novels. After leaving a career in the music industry in 2000, she started writing and has produced eight novels, with the latest coming out on Oct. 20th. Rochelle's writing explores topical issues and draws inspiration from her own experiences and emotions. What’s more, she is a leading example of generosity, camaraderie and community in the world of women’s fiction!
In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Rochelle about how and why, after two wildly successful self-published books, she landed an agent and publishing contract that is still going strong. They discuss hitting bestseller status by trusting instincts, Rochelle’s writing process, where she finds inspiration (real-life emotions, timely, topical subjects, and places she loves) and the impact of platforms like TikTok.
In this episode, Lynne and Rochelle discuss:
Why being a voracious reader makes you a better writer
Launching a writing career while raising twin sons
Why every book publishing story is unique
The importance of a strong, professionally-edited self-published book
The shift from self-publishing to finding an agent
Inspiration for book ideas
Changes in the publishing industry
The importance of supporting other authors
How AI is affecting authors
The importance of having a writing community & support system
Rochelle's vision for her writing future
Advice for aspiring writers
Links and Resources:
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