In this episode of Unfiltered Romance Nights, hosts Kolleen and Marjorie welcome bestselling author Kay Cove, who shares her journey from accidental author to successful romance writer. They discuss her latest release, 'Roleplay', the challenges of publishing, and the importance of connecting with readers. Kay opens up about her writing process, favorite tropes, and the emotional depth of her characters. The conversation also touches on the human element in storytelling and the future of her writing career, including upcoming projects and events.
Chapters
00:00 Welcome to Unfiltered Romance Nights
01:24 Kay Cove's Accidental Journey to Writing
04:51 The Creative Process: Writing and Inspiration
08:25 Exploring Tropes: Friends to Lovers and Beyond
13:07 Publishing Insights: Lessons Learned
15:09 Release Day Traditions and Celebrations
16:15 Advice for New Writers
18:06 Character Swap: Living the Dream
21:02 Behind the Scenes of Content Creation
22:03 Exploring Personal Experiences in Writing
26:04 The Intricacies of Character Development
31:00 Balancing Humor and Emotion in Writing
32:42 The Challenges of Writing Series vs. Standalones
34:15 Navigating the Hybrid Publishing Landscape
36:05 Casting Dreams: Imagining the Adaptation
38:18 Memorable Moments and Character Dynamics
42:59 Celebrating Celeste's Journey
43:17 The Humanity Behind the Craft
44:54 Balancing Social Media and Authenticity
46:09 Future Plans and Publishing Commitments
47:09 Special Editions and Reader Engagement
48:31 Traveling for Signings and Events
50:28 Book Collecting vs. Reading
57:16 The Joy of Special Editions and Collecting
59:39 Closing Thoughts and Farewell
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