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WriteCast - Between the PagesThis Writing Life: Episode 10: Writing BarriersThis time we discuss barriers to writing!Stuart, Emily and Melissa discuss their own barriers, and those volunteered by writers, published and unpublished via Twitter. Want more writing-related content?Follow us on social media, sign up to our weekly newsletter, check out our website & listen to our podcasts for FREE writing resources, advice, insights & updates:📧 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3N1EDKn🔗 Website: write-mentor.com💻 Twitter, Instagram & Facebook : @writementor🎧 Podcast: https://writecast.buzzsprout.com✏️ Want to be part of a writing community? Join the Hub: https://write-mentor.com/community-le…⚡️ Be mentored by leading...
2023-03-0345 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe 1000/100 Project: Episode 13: EditingI believe it’s possible to self-publish well and to the same quality and standard as traditional publishing. The landscape is changing. And I’m ready to take a different path.Stuart discusses editing with his developmental editor, Emma Read. You can find Emma and her editorial services here: https://www.emdashed.comYou can keep up with me on my monthly newsletter - sign up here: https://stuartwhite.substack.comYou can also follow me in the following places:Website: https://stuartwhiteauthor.co.uk/TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMNua...
2023-03-0250 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe 1000/100 Project: Episode 12: Publication Day, Launch and post-launch slump!I believe it’s possible to self-publish well and to the same quality and standard as traditional publishing. The landscape is changing. And I’m ready to take a different path.Stuart discusses his publication day, his book launch and the time after and how he is looking forward.You can keep up with me on my monthly newsletter - sign up here: https://stuartwhite.substack.comYou can also follow me in the following places:Website: https://stuartwhiteauthor.co.uk/TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMNuaRDeP/Instagram: https://www...
2023-02-1539 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe 1000/100 Project: Episode 11: Pre-launch, awareness and publicity, and progress updateI believe it’s possible to self-publish well and to the same quality and standard as traditional publishing. The landscape is changing. And I’m ready to take a different path.Stuart discusses his latest self-publishing tasks, including: - preparing for his launch party and publication day- marketing and publicity to raise awareness- focussing on individuals- setting goals and how to break those down- update on sales/reviews towards the 1000/100 target!You can keep up with me on my monthly newsletter - sign up here...
2023-02-1034 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe 1000/100 Project: Episode 10: Marketing, Publicity, Launch, Registering and Selling your booksI believe it’s possible to self-publish well and to the same quality and standard as traditional publishing. The landscape is changing. And I’m ready to take a different path.Stuart discusses his latest self-publishing tasks, including: - Registering- Selling- Marketing- Publicity- LaunchingYou can keep up with me on my monthly newsletter - sign up here: https://stuartwhite.substack.comYou can also follow me in the following places:Website: https://stuartwhiteauthor.co.uk/TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZM...
2023-01-2450 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThis Writing Life: Episode 9: Goals and DreamsThis week we discuss Goals and Dreams!Stuart and Melissa discuss their own goals and dreams, and some of our Twitter followers most common ones, chatting about pitfalls and alternative goal setting!Want more writing-related content?Follow us on social media, sign up to our weekly newsletter, check out our website & listen to our podcasts for FREE writing resources, advice, insights & updates:📧 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3N1EDKn🔗 Website: write-mentor.com💻 Twitter, Instagram & Facebook : @writementor🎧 Podcast: https://writecast.buzzsprout.com✏️ Want to be part of a writing community? Join the Hub: https...
2023-01-1249 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe 1000/100 Project: Episode 9: FAQs about Self-Publishing AnsweredI believe it’s possible to self-publish well and to the same quality and standard as traditional publishing. The landscape is changing. And I’m ready to take a different path.Stuart answers some Frequently Asked Questions from the WriteMentor Hub, including: - how do you know when you're ready to go for it / publish?- budgeting- finances- distribution of your book- working with illustrators- hybrid publishing- print of demandYou can keep up with me on my monthly newsletter - sign u...
2023-01-0857 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe 1000/100 Project: Episode 8: 2023 Update, incl. editing, covers, formatting, pre-orders, launch.I believe it’s possible to self-publish well and to the same quality and standard as traditional publishing. The landscape is changing. And I’m ready to take a different path.Stuart chats about the latest in his publication journey, including:- Round-up of what’s been happening.- Editing.- Cover alterations.- Uploading and formatting.- Pre-Orders.- Launch.- Build up to release and ARCs.You can keep up with me on my monthly newsletter - sign up here: https://stuartwhite.substack.com
2023-01-0438 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThis Writing Life: Episode 8: NaNoWriMoThis week we discuss NaNoWriMo!Stuart and Melissa discuss what it involves, how it helps writers and the pitfalls, with ways to avoid those.Want more writing-related content?Follow us on social media, sign up to our weekly newsletter, check out our website & listen to our podcasts for FREE writing resources, advice, insights & updates:📧 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3N1EDKn🔗 Website: write-mentor.com💻 Twitter, Instagram & Facebook : @writementor🎧 Podcast: https://writecast.buzzsprout.com✏️ Want to be part of a writing community? Join the Hub: https://write-mentor.com/community-le…⚡️ Be mentored by leading au...
2022-11-0438 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe 1000/100 Project: Episode 7: Jennifer Jamieson: Cover IllustrationI believe it’s possible to self-publish well and to the same quality and standard as traditional publishing. The landscape is changing. And I’m ready to take a different path.Stuart chats to Jennifer Jamieson, illustrator represented by the Plum Agency, about their collaborative process in producing the cover for Ghosts of Mars, and much more about the creative process, the illustrator community and life as an illustrator!You can find Jen here:https://jenniferjamieson.comhttps://jenniferjamieson.substack.comhttps://www.instagram.com/jen_jamieson/https://twitter.com/Jen_J...
2022-10-1749 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe 1000/100 Project: Episode 5: Maz EvansMaz Evans discusses her own experience of self-publishing the now best-selling Who Let the Gods Out, originally called Elliot and the Immortals and how she used her business acumen, coupled with her energy, determination and drive to be successful to sell 2500 books in a year and land a traditional publishing deal.Find Maz and her wonderful books here:@MaryAliceEvans on Twitterwww.maz.world
2022-10-0751 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe 1000/100 Project: Episode 6: Timelines and BudgetsI believe it’s possible to self-publish well and to the same quality and standard as traditional publishing. The landscape is changing. And I’m ready to take a different path.Stuart discusses how to ensure you give yourself the time and breathing room to get all the tasks done, and how to set aside funds for particulate outsourced tasks, but also how you can do some of those yourself. He also discusses the important of treating self-publishing like a business.
2022-10-0755 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThis Writing Life: Episode 7This week we discuss SUCCESS as writers!Stuart, Florianne, and Melissa discuss what it means to be successful and we chat about what others authors have to say on the matter!Want more writing-related content?Follow us on social media, sign up to our weekly newsletter, check out our website & listen to our podcasts for FREE writing resources, advice, insights & updates:📧 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3N1EDKn🔗 Website: write-mentor.com💻 Twitter, Instagram & Facebook : @writementor🎧 Podcast: https://writecast.buzzsprout.com✏️ Want to be part of a writing community? Join the Hub: https://wri...
2022-10-0649 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe 1000/100 Project: Episode 4: Getting started (or where to start?)I believe it’s possible to self-publish well and to the same quality and standard as traditional publishing. The landscape is changing. And I’m ready to take a different path.Getting started (or where to start?)1. Think long and hard about what you want? This is not a path to take lightly. You must be certain this is what you want, be aware of what you’re giving up and what you’re gaining - be conscious of the advantages and disadvantages of this path. Perhaps the information in this series of podcasts will help...
2022-09-2043 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThis Writing Life: Episode 6This week we discuss Taking Opportunities as writers!Stuart and Melissa discuss opportunities they've taken that have made all the difference! And WriteMentor's biggest opportunity of the year - WOWCON! Tickets still available here:https://write-mentor.com/wowcon-2022-writers-conference/Want more writing-related content?Follow us on social media, sign up to our weekly newsletter, check out our website & listen to our podcasts for FREE writing resources, advice, insights & updates:📧 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3N1EDKn🔗 Website: write-mentor.com💻 Twitter, Instagram & Facebook : @writementor🎧 Podcast: https://writecast.buzzsprout.com✏️ Want to be part of a...
2022-09-1740 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast82 WriteMentor WOWCON Special with Stuart White and Melissa WelliverWriteMentor's founder Stuart White is back, along with dystopian YA author, Melissa Welliver fresh off the back of winning her first award with debut, The Undying Tower. It's almost time for the 4th WOWCON, WriteMentor's annual online conference and they tell us all about the amazing things that are going on and the awesome guests they have lined up. I also snuck in a question about Stuart's writing and his epic plan to self-publish, sell 1000 copies and get 100 reviews all in one year.To find out more about WOWCON head over to www.write-mentor.com....
2022-08-2230 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe 1000/100 Project: Episode 3I believe it’s possible to self-publish well and to the same quality and standard as traditional publishing. The landscape is changing. And I’m ready to take a different path.The emotional side - complete honesty - I thoughtt trad publishing would be easier/less competitive.Family - daughter is 8 next year, ideal age range - would love her to read it independently.Friends - what will they think?Finance? Investing like a business.Time running out - ticking clock? Not getting any younger!Ego/ConfidenceAsking people to be pa...
2022-08-2256 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe 1000/100 Project: Episode 2I believe it’s possible to self-publish well and to the same quality and standard as traditional publishing. The landscape is changing. And I’m ready to take a different path.- Thanks to everyone for social media responses last week - that level of support helped calm the voice in my head that’s been yelling imposter etc - I had been feeling so nervous about publicly mentioning it (I had said in my newsletter) and the support specifically for the project - Why didn’t I sign with agent or go through with pub deal b...
2022-08-1549 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe 1000/100 Project: Episode 1What is this?Simply put, I want to see if it’s possible for me to go down the SP route and sell 1000 copies of the book, and get 100 reviews within 12 months!You will be able to follow my progress via this podcast.Ambitious? Yup! Kesia Lupo recently said on Twitter that any self-published author getting over 1000 sales is doing great! My good friend Sally is close - she just needs a few more to push her to the target and so it’s given me belief that this is possible.It’s about...
2022-08-1057 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThis Writing Life: Episode 5This week we discuss Controversial Writing Opinions! (Part 1 of 2)Stuart, Emily and Melissa discuss theirs as well as sharing your answers!Want more writing-related content?Follow us on social media, sign up to our weekly newsletter, check out our website & listen to our podcasts for FREE writing resources, advice, insights & updates:📧 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3N1EDKn🔗 Website: write-mentor.com💻 Twitter, Instagram & Facebook : @writementor🎧 Podcast: https://writecast.buzzsprout.com✏️ Want to be part of a writing community? Join the Hub: https://write-mentor.com/community-learning-hub/⚡️ Be mentored by leading authors via our Spar...
2022-06-2954 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThis Writing Life: Episode 4This week we discuss the best part of writing!Stuart, Florianne and Melissa discuss their experiences as well as sharing your answers!Want more writing-related content?Follow us on social media, sign up to our weekly newsletter, check out our website & listen to our podcasts for FREE writing resources, advice, insights & updates:📧 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3N1EDKn🔗 Website: write-mentor.com💻 Twitter, Instagram & Facebook : @writementor🎧 Podcast: https://writecast.buzzsprout.com✏️ Want to be part of a writing community? Join the Hub: https://write-mentor.com/community-learning-hub/⚡️ Be mentored by leading authors via...
2022-06-2041 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThis Writing Life: Episode 3This week we discuss Imposter Syndrome! Do you get it? How does it manifest? How do you manage it? Stuart and Melissa discuss their experiences with the phenomenon, too!
2022-05-1237 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesRejection Diaries S3:E4 - Requests, offers and updating agentsJoin Stuart in this 4th episode, as he discusses what you could do when you get an a full request, or an offer, from an agent.
2022-04-3031 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThis Writing Life : Episode 2Where and When do you write?Stuart and Melissa discuss their writing spaces and routines, and share some of your spaces, too!
2022-04-2143 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThis Writing Life : Episode 1Why do you love writing?Stuart and Melissa discuss their own love of writing, and discuss tweets by YOU on why you love it, too.Uplifting and positive, we hope this episode will help ignite the joy of writing for all of you who listen.
2022-04-0728 min
WriteCast - Between the Pages2022 Summer Programme Special - Hints/Tips and FAQsAll your important questions answered!Information on the summer programme can be found here: https://write-mentor.com/mentoring-programme/2022-writementor-summer-mentoring-programme/Our mentor list is here: https://write-mentor.com/mentoring-programme/2022-writementor-summer-mentoring-programme/2022-mentors/
2022-03-2743 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesRejection Diaries S3:E3 - The Wait, Rejections and Full RequestsJoin Stuart in this third episode, as he discusses the wait and what to do after you press send.
2022-03-2729 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesRejection Diaries S3:E2 - Pressing SendJoin Stuart in this second episode, as he discusses the build up to pressing send, the last minute checks and then the act itself!Building an agent list 6:50Mental Preparation 10:55 Pressing Send 14:28After the Send 19:12Surviving the wait 21:49Hope: A blessing or curse? 28:10
2022-02-2035 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesRejection Diaries S3:E1 - PreparationJoin Stuart in this opening episode, as he discusses preparing to submit your work to agents and the steps he takes in advance to optimise his chances of…well…probably rejection! :-)
2022-02-1346 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesWM Awards DiscussionStuart talks to previous winners/runners-up, Alexandra Page, Kathryn Foxfield and Sophia Payne about their experiences before, during and after their successful entries into their respective awards.With great stories, advice and tips for those considering entering.You can follow these brilliant writers here:https://twitter.com/alexandrapagehttps://twitter.com/KathrynFoxfieldhttps://twitter.com/Everlastingbeta
2022-01-2143 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesRejection Diaries: S2 E9 - Natalia GodsmarkNatalia Godsmark joins Stuart to discuss her writing journey to date, the rejections, the perseverance and shares her top tips and advice for helping other authors navigate through the mirky waters of querying and rejection.
2021-12-1224 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesRejection Diaries: S2 E10 - Clare GoldingClare Golding joins Stuart to discuss her writing journey to date, the rejections, the perseverance and shares her top tips and advice for helping other authors navigate through the mirky waters of querying and rejection.
2021-12-1230 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesRejection Diaries: S2 E8 - Tasha HarrisonTasha Harrison joins Stuart to discuss her writing journey to date, the rejections, the perseverance and shares her top tips and advice for helping other authors navigate through the mirky waters of querying and rejection.About Tasha HarrisonI write comedy for kids and young adults. I've been shortlisted for the Bath Children's Novel Award 2017, and longlisted for both the Bath Children's Novel Award 2018 and the Mslexia Children's Novel Competition 2018. Clementine Florentine, my middle grade comedy with a punk & poetry flavour, will be published in Jan 2022. Pre-Order here: https://amzn.to/3psaTwrPlease visit...
2021-12-0533 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesRejection Diaries S2: E7 - Anna BrittonAnna Britton joins Stuart to discuss her writing journey to date, the rejections, the perseverance and shares her top tips and advice for helping other authors navigate through the mirky waters of querying and rejection.You can follow Anna at @BrittonBookGeek on Twitter.
2021-12-0539 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesRejection Diaries S2: E6 - Josie SmithJosie Smith joins Stuart to discuss her writing journey to date, the rejections, the perseverance and shares her top tips and advice for helping other authors navigate through the mirky waters of querying and rejection.You can follow Josie at @_josiesmith on Twitter.
2021-11-2817 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesRejection Diaries S2: E5 - Becky OrwinBecky Orwin joins Stuart to discuss her writing journey to date, the rejections, the perseverance and shares her top tips and advice for helping other authors navigate through the mirky waters of querying and rejection.
2021-11-2825 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesRejection Diaries S2: E4 - Loretta ChefchaouniLoretta Chefchaouni joins Stuart to discuss her writing journey to date, the rejections, the perseverance and shares her top tips and advice for helping other authors navigate through the mirky waters of querying and rejection.
2021-11-2121 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesRejection Diaries S2: E3 - Matt CuyesMatt Cuyes joins Stuart to discuss his writing journey to date, the rejections, the perseverance and shares his top tips and advice for helping other authors navigate through the mirky waters of querying and rejection.
2021-11-1429 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesRejection Diaries S2: E2 - Krystal SneadKrystal Snead joins Stuart to discuss her writing journey to date, the rejections, the perseverance and shares her top tips and advice for helping other authors navigate through the mirky waters of querying and rejection.
2021-11-0722 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesRejection Diaries S2: E1 - Deborah BaileyDeborah Bailey joins Stuart to discuss her writing journey to date, the rejections, the perseverance and shares her top tips and advice for helping other authors navigate through the mirky waters of querying and rejection.
2021-10-2835 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesRejection Diaries: S2 IntroductionStuart discuss the upcoming season, plus gives an update on his own recent rejections and experiences.
2021-10-1912 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast38 Rosie Wilby | Non-Fiction Author, Comedian and PodcasterNon-fiction author, comedian and podcaster, Rosie Wilby, the Breakup Queen herself, joins us to share her experience across many different mediums. We find out how her latest book, The Breakup Monologues, came out of her podcast of the same name and her first book, Is Monogamy Dead?, grew out of one of her stand up shows. Rosie tells us all about her storytelling philosophy, inspirations and her process of developing an idea across multiple platforms to fully realise it.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the...
2021-10-1835 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast37 Sarina Dahlan | Speculative Fiction AuthorBest-selling speculative fiction author Sarina Dahlan dials in from across the Atlantic to tell us about her debut novel ReSet. We talk process and inspiration for her speculative, sci-fi world and how she broke into the publishing industry.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on the show. You'll also be able to see who the upcoming guests are and put...
2021-10-1136 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast36 Paul Martin | Freelance EditorProfessional freelance editor Paul Martin teaches us all about the the world of freelance editing. From working with school boards and academic publishers on textbook copy to the courses and certifications that he has taken part in and recommends to anyone looking to get into editing.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on the show. You'll also be able to...
2021-10-0430 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesEpisode 10: Perdita and Honor CargillHonor Cargill began writing when she was about sixteen, co-authoring the funny teen series, Waiting for Callback (Simon & Schuster). Honor read Classical Archaeology and Ancient History at Oxford and studied masters in the History of Art. She enjoys researching party scenes and also writes non-fiction history.Perdita Cargill spent years working as a commercial barrister before she finally turned to writing. Bizarrely for a pessimistic Scot, she loves to write funny books. She is the co-author with Honor Cargill of the Waiting for Callback series (Simon & Schuster) and lives in London.
2021-10-0336 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast35 Soman Chainani | YA Fantasy AuthorChildren's/YA fantasy author, Soman Chainani tells us all about his latest book, Beasts and Beauty. We talk about what drew him to fairytales in the first place, the core philosophy that inspired his best selling series, The School for Good and Evil, the upcoming Netflix adaptation and how he approaches storytelling.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on the...
2021-09-2737 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast34 Lucie Whitehouse | Crime and Psychological Thriller AuthorBest selling crime and psychological thriller author of Risk of Harm and Before We Met, Lucie Whitehouse dials in all the way from New York City to share the amazing experience she has had throughout the publishing industry. Starting off in journalism, she moved to audiobooks and then foreign rights at the Darley Anderson Literary Agency before she became published and eventually started writing full time.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well...
2021-09-2036 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast33 Michael Mann | Children's Fantasy Author and TeacherChildren's fantasy author and teacher, Michael Mann drops in to tell us all about his debut novel, Ghostcloud as well as his love of writing courses and how he ended up signing with his agent. We talk all about the craft, the industry and the individual journey that each writer must go on to find their stories and get them out into the world.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many...
2021-09-1326 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast32 Wendy Turbin | Supernatural Crime AuthorSupernatural crime writer Wendy Turbin tells us all about her long journey as a storyteller, from being given a typewriter by her parents when she was little, all the way through to publishing her debut novel, Sleeping Dogs, without an agent. We learn about what inspires her, how her characters find her and how the industry has changed over the years and the exciting new directions in which it is going.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact...
2021-09-0632 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesEpisode 9: Sophie CleverlySophie Cleverly was born in Bath in 1989. She studied for a BA in Creative Writing and an MA in Writing For Young People. Her book series Scarlet and Ivy and The Violet Veil Mysteries are published by HarperCollins worldwide, as well as being translated into 6 different languages so far. Aside from writing, she can often be found listening to symphonic metal, watching fantastical TV and struggling to find her way out of her ever-increasing pile of books.
2021-09-0524 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast31 Lisa Harding | Literary Fiction Author, Actor, Playwright and ScreenwriterLiterary fiction author, actor, playwright and screenwriter, Lisa Harding drops by to talk about her novel, Bright Burning Things. We talk about tenses and points of view and how her previous training as an actor drew her towards first person present. Lisa shares her experience with changing agents, submissions and working with a production company on her upcoming adaptations.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors...
2021-08-3033 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast30 Simon Van Der Velde | Short Story AuthorShort story writer, Simon Van Der Velde tells us all about his debut, Backstories, a short story anthology featuring character defining moments of some of the most famous people throughout recent history. We talk all about short stories and their place with readers and the industry as well as the processes that go into marketing your own novel.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and...
2021-08-2330 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesEpisode 8: Catherine EmmettCatherine Emmett grew up in Newcastle and was an avid reader from a young age. She spent 14 years working in an office in the City, before deciding to follow her passion and write picture books. Catherine now lives in rural Essex with her husband and three sons and is a full-time writer.She writes rhyming and prose picture books, which are funny and heart-warming, with twisty plots and endearing characters. Her first book, King of the Swamp, was published by Simon & Schuster in 2020 with illustrations by Ben Mantle. It was shortlisted for the Portsmouth...
2021-08-2242 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesEpisode 7: Naomi GibsonNaomi grew up in Cheshire, UK, and is now based in Glasgow, Scotland. Her childhood was spent with her nose in a book and her hands on a sketchpad, constantly in search of adventure and new worlds. Encouraged by her family to be creative, she developed a love for writing at a young age - something that never left her. She studied Art History at the University of Manchester. Whilst there, she met her husband, someone who continues to tell her all about the latest advancements in AI, space, and consumer technology, even when she's not listening. Every Line...
2021-08-2026 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast29 Josephine Greenland | Mystery YA Author and TeacherYA Mystery author and teacher, Josephine Greenland tells us all about her debut novel, 'Embers', from its inspirations, to how she approached the characters and her writing routines. We talk about the differences of writing short form stories and long form stories as well as what it takes to crowdfund a novel.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on the...
2021-08-1628 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast28 Naomi Gibson | YA Sci-Fi Thriller AuthorYA Sci-fi, thriller author Naomi Gibson talks about her debut novel, Every Line of You and getting it published with Chicken House. We talk about how she started, her process, submitting to agents, working with editors and everything else along the way.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on the show. You'll also be able to see who the upcoming...
2021-08-0941 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe Rejection Diaries - The Season FinaleStuart reviews the season so far and discusses his current and future direction and where rejection might sit for him in the future.Here is a link to sign up and be a guest for an episode on season 2. We will be looking to record these in October/November time.I am looking for writers, published or not, who have had at least 200 rejections over at least 4 projects and who are still writing and chasing the dream.If that sounds like you, look out for the chance to guest slot soon.
2021-08-0925 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast27 Victoria Scott | Contemporary Fiction Author and JournalistContemporary fiction author, journalist and University lecturer, Victoria Scott joins us to share her storytelling journey. We talk about her debut novel Patience, which was BA Bookseller's Book of the Month for its release. The episode goes on to discuss journalism, it's pros and cons as well as what to look out for if you're trying to break into the industry and Victoria's work as a lecturer and mentor at not just one, but two Universities.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where...
2021-08-0236 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe Rejection Diaries - Process, not OutcomeHow to measure your worth and progress in a healthy wayFocussing purely on processes and letting the outcomes take care of themselvesOften our dreams as writers are VERY outcome based. We dream of publishing deals and book launches and bestsellers and seeing our name on a cover etc etcAnd when we see others having all these things, we naturally hope that they will one day happen for us, too.But I suppose it’s a little like the iceberg metaphor, where we only se...
2021-08-0131 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast26 Melissa Welliver | Dystopian YA AuthorAward winning YA dystopian author, Melissa Welliver drops by with her excitable energy to tell us all about her dystopian debut, The Undying Tower. We go back and talk about Melissa's time studying literature and creative writing at University before attending the Curtis Brown Novel Writing Course and getting onto several prestigious short-lists. Melissa also offers her services not only as an app designer and freelance editor, but also as a mentor with Stuart and the gang at Write Mentor.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to...
2021-07-2628 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe Rejection Diaries - LoveI sometimes view writing as a relationship:- flings - those passionate, lusty opening 5ks that never got finished- young love - oh yes, a first foray into writing a story - perhaps you did a course - perhaps not. Perhaps you thought it would all just flow out onto the page - I did - and perhaps you thought it would be this organic, natural unplanned process where you could just write and write and to hell with the long-term and with consequences. You just write without thought of the...
2021-07-2323 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast25 Femi Kayode | Mystery Thriller AuthorMyster/Thriller writer Femi Kayode dials in from Nigeria to tell us about his debut novel, Lightseekers. We discuss the exciting route that took him from actor to playwright and then advertising creative to author. Femi's contagious energy is a great boost of inspiration for anyone feeling submission fatigue or worrying about how they are going to break into the industry.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous...
2021-07-1933 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast24 Susan Allott | Crime Mystery Author, Editor and Writing MentorCrime/Mystery author, editor and mentor, Susan Allott tells us about her literary debut, 'The Silence' and the long journey it took from secret hobby to published novel. We talk all about the personal discoveries we make through writing and the pressures of reviews and writing a second book.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on the show. You'll also...
2021-07-1225 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe Rejection Diaries - Overcoming YouWho is your biggest obstacle, and why is it you?Good advice - don’t compare yourself to others - your output, success, or skill. The only person you’re in competition with is yourself. Can you be the person you want to be? Can you write the book you want to write?Our Deepest Fear by Marianne Williamson“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, 'Who am I to b...
2021-07-1118 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast23 Sara Jafari | Contemporary Romance Author and EditorContemporary romance author, editor at Puffin and creator of Token magazine, Sara Jafari tells us all about her inspirations, passions, literary dreams and her debut novel, The Mismatch. She shares her professional journey to becoming an assistant editor at Puffin as well as her writing journey which lead her down various paths including the Faber Academy and the creation of her own publication for under-represented voices. We also uncover the single most important secret to publishing a book!Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord...
2021-07-0527 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesEpisode 6: Maisie ChanMaisie Chan is a British-born Chinese author. She has written early reader books for Hachette and Collins, and a collection of fairy tales, myths and legends in Stories From Around the World for Scholastic, as well as many stories for The Big Think: a well-being curriculum based around stories for primary school children. She also started the group Bubble Tea Writers to support and encourage new British East and Southeast Asian writers in the UK. Originally from Birmingham, Maisie now lives with her family in Glasgow. When Maisie isn't writing, she enjoys yoga, dim sum and singing really...
2021-07-0430 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast22 Susanna Kleeman | Speculative Thriller AuthorSpeculative thriller author, Susanna Kleeman drops by to tell us all about her speculative psychological thriller, Twice. We talk all about the ups and downs of her writing journey and everything she learned along the way, which is documented on her blog 'My Rejections'. A very relatable conversation for anyone who has gone through or is in the thick of writing and submitting.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of...
2021-06-2828 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe Rejection Diaries: Despair to HopeIs there any hope?There is always hope - the only way there is no hope is if you give up forever. Otherwise hope persists.“Hope is like the sun. If you only believe in it when you see it, you'll never make it through the night”How to pull yourself out of the depths?Strategies:Take a break (from writing/social media - whatever works for you)Reflect on why you’re writingWrite something only for youForget...
2021-06-2725 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast21 Susannah Wise | Speculative and Contemporary Fiction AuthorSpeculative and contemporary fiction author and actor, Susannah Wise tells us about her debut speculative fiction novel, This Fragile Earth, and its inspirations. Susannah talks about how her acting career, how it has influenced her writing and how it lead her to a writing course at the Faber Academy.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on the show. You'll also...
2021-06-2128 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe Rejection Diaries: Bouncing BackBouncing BackSo, you’ve had that first rejection - it hurts! What next?And what to do when all hope is lost - how to bounce back and write that next book.
2021-06-2023 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast20 Harry Verity | Crime Fiction AuthorCrime fiction author, Harry Verity calls in all the way from Vietnam to talk all about how he ended up stranded on the other side of the world during the launch of his debut novel, The Talk Show.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on the show. You'll also be able to see who the upcoming guests are and put...
2021-06-1425 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast19 Ruth Druart | Historical Fiction AuthorHistorical fiction author, Ruth Druart calls in from France to tell us all about how a story came to her and inspired her to learn the craft of writing and after 18 years of redrafts she signed with a publisher to release her novel, While Paris Slept.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on the show. You'll also be able to...
2021-06-0724 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe Rejection Diaries: Emotional ResilienceEmotional Resilience"Emotional resilience refers to one’s ability to adapt to stressful situations or crises. More resilient people are able to "roll with the punches" and adapt to adversity without lasting difficulties; less resilient people have a harder time with stress and life changes, both major and minor."In this episode we look at what emotional resilience is, and top tips for developing resilience, both on a day-to-day basis and long term for the big knock-downs.
2021-06-0725 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesEpisode 5: Dave RuddenDave Rudden has been a writer, performance poet and actor in Dublin’s arts scene since 2008. Graduating with first class honours from the University College Dublin Creative Writing Masters in 2013, his work has been published in The Stinging Fly, The Irish Times, Cracked, The Quotable and the Guardian.He is the recipient of the Fantasy Book Review 2011 Short Story Prize, and has been shortlisted for the Bath Short Story Prize and the Hennessey New Writing Prize. His short stories have been optioned for film, adapted for the stage and adapted as music videos....
2021-06-0637 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast18 Stuart White | WriteMentor Founder, Children's Sci-Fi Author and TeacherWrite Mentor founder, writer and teacher, Stuart White tells us all about the great stuff happening over at Write Mentor. We also talk about Stuart's own journey as a storyteller, how a sports injury finally got him into writing, his experiences turning down a publishing offer and his love of sci-fi and fantasy.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on...
2021-05-3129 min
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The Write and Wrong Podcast17 A.B. Kyazze | Mystery Thriller AuthorThriller/Mystery author, photographer and humanitarian, Amelia Kyazze talks about her adventures as a photographer and how travelling around the world through warzones and natural disasters, inspired many of the scenes in her debut novel, Into the Mouth of the Lion as well as the ideas she has for future books. We also learn all about her experience of crowdfunding a novel with Unbound.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many...
2021-05-2432 min
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The Write and Wrong Podcast16 Eleanor Rose | Production Assistant and Publishing YouTuberProduction assistant at Bloomsbury and publishing YouTuber, Eleanor Rose tells us all about the trials and tribulations of starting a career in publishing, figuring it all out and how that led her to creating a YouTube channel to help other people who are trying to break into the industry. Check out episode #69 to find out where she is at one year later!Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the...
2021-05-1729 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesThe Rejection Diaries: IntroductionYou're listening to The Rejection Diaries.My name is Stuart White, struggling writer, biology teacher and dad of two.This is a podcast that has been started to explore and share the journey of an unpublished writer, from the raw beginnings as a fledgling novelist to the point of sending to, and being rejected by, agents.I'll discuss the delirious highs and the crushing lows of this rollercoaster journey and give personal experience and anecdotes from my decade of writing and having my work rejected.This will be an honest account...
2021-05-1640 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesEpisode 4: Louise GoodingLouise Gooding is the author of Just Like Me; 40 neurologically and physically diverse people who broke stereotypes. She lives in Switzerland with her husband, three kids, Mina the Dog and Coraline the Hamster.Louise took up writing to find a way to discuss neurological and physical diversity, and other sensitive issues within children’s books. With a physically and neurologically diverse family of her own, she understood the challenge of finding positive and authentic stories to read and share that featured people like them.Louise has als...
2021-05-1127 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast15 Lia Middleton | Psychological Thriller AuthorPsychological thriller author and barrister, Lia Middleton talks about her debut novel, When They Find Her and how her work as a barrister played into the story. Lia shares her own personal journey and her experience of using her voice through early aspirations of acting to a career in law and finding her way to becoming an author.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and...
2021-05-1029 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast14 Emma Grae | Contemporary Scottish Fiction AuthorScottish fiction author, Emma Grae tells us all about her book 'Be Guid Tae Yer Mammy', which is written in Scots. She tells us all about her experience crowdfunding the novel with Unbound and her commissioned work with the Scots Language Centre.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on the show. You'll also be able to see who the upcoming...
2021-05-0330 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast13 Alexandra Beaumont | Folklore Fantasy AuthorFolklore inspired fantasy author, Alexandra Beaumont tells us about her debut novel, Testament of the Stars. We learn all about her inspirations, her tribe and how she ended up landing a deal directly with a publisher. And bonus live action role playing (LARP) chat!Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on the show. You'll also be able to see who...
2021-04-2628 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast12 Elizabeth Lee | Romantic Historical Fiction AuthorRomantic historical fiction author, Elizabeth Lee joins us this week to share her experience of writing over the years and all the joy of how it felt when she was finally signed by a publisher for her debut historical fiction novel, Cunning Women.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on the show. You'll also be able to see who the...
2021-04-1929 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesEpisode 3: Emma ReadEpisode 3 - Emma ReadEmma Read is the author of Milton the Mighty, and it’s sequel Milton the Megastar, published by Chicken House books. She was shortlisted for the Bath Children’s Novel Award and is represented by Lauren Gardner.Emma was once a very sensible biologist. Now she uses her transferable talents such as attention to detail, patience and fine motor skills, to extract Lego from under the sofa. And of course to write children’s books.Her favourite things in the world are: badges, Death On the Nile, hats...
2021-04-1530 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast11 Paul Coomey | Children's Author/Illustrator and Art DirectorChildren's author/illustrator and Art Director, Paul Coomey joins us to share his experiences moving through the publishing industry to his current position as Art Director at Wonderbly and how that lead him towards writing and illustrating Stick Boy, his debut picture book.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on the show. You'll also be able to see who the...
2021-04-1239 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesSummer Programme Special - Hints/Tips and FAQsAll your important questions answered!Information on the summer programme can be found here: https://write-mentor.com/2021-writementor-summer-programme/Our mentor list is here: https://write-mentor.com/2021-writementor-summer-programme/2021-mentors/More information on #WMPitch is here: https://write-mentor.com/2020/04/19/wmpitch/
2021-04-0822 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesEpisode 2: Clare Helen WelshWriteCast – between the pages Our podcast will focus less on the WHAT, and more on the HOW and WHY of writing a book.Of course, we will still focus on WHAT our guests write, and discuss books, but we will examine the things that happen behind the scenes – the book of YOU, the writer. The trials and tribulations, the rejections and the successes – we will explore deeper and with greater insight, the authors psyche and process, and the person beneath the book. Hosted by Stuart and Florianne, we will welcome guests to discus...
2021-04-0824 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast10 Sophie Flynn | Psychological Thriller AuthorPyschological thriller author, Sophie Flynn joins us this week to share her experience of going directly to a publisher through Simon and Schuster's Digital Originals program, her troubles in finding an agent even after she had a book deal and the inspirations behind her novel, All My Lies. We also discuss her work as Head of Marketing for Jericho Writers.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents...
2021-04-0541 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast9 S. V. Leonard | Crime Thriller AuthorCrime writer, Sarah Leonard is in this week telling us all about her journey to publication with debut thriller, The Islanders, which is Agatha Christie meets reality television. A murder/mystery whodunit set on the backdrop of a Love Island/Survivor style show.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on the show. You'll also be able to see who the...
2021-03-2938 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast8 Chloe Seager | Literary Agent and AuthorChildren's/YA literary agent and YA author, Chloe Seager joins us to talk all about balancing her life as an author and literary agent. She tells us all about her own journey with submitting, Editing Emma, to agents under a fake name as well as how she approaches submissions, her clients and the path to publication.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who...
2021-03-2635 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast7 Andreina Cordani | YA Thriller Author and JournalistYoung adult, thriller author and journalist, Andreina Cordani tells us all about her career in journalism, how she began and how the industry has evolved since then. She shares her experiences of writing a handful of books before breaking through to publication with, The Girl Who.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on the show. You'll also be able to...
2021-03-2237 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast6 Marisa Noelle | Fantasy YA AuthorAuthor of the Unadjusteds series, Shadowkeepers and many more, Marisa Noelle lets us in on her experiences as a hybrid author and shares what it is like to self-publish as well as going through the traditional route.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on the show. You'll also be able to see who the upcoming guests are and put forward...
2021-03-1936 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast5 Greg Buchanan | Literary Thriller Author, Screenwriter and Video Game WriterBest-selling literary thriller author, screen and video-game writer, Greg Buchanan tells us all about writing non-linear stories for his work on No Man's Sky, graphic novels and his debut novel, Sixteen Horses which was picked up by publishers in the UK and the US off a partial and is soon to be adapted for television.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have...
2021-03-1549 min
WriteCast - Between the PagesA New HopeWriteCast – between the pages Our podcast will focus less on the WHAT, and more on the HOW and WHY of writing a book.Of course, we will still focus on WHAT our guests write, and discuss books, but we will examine the things that happen behind the scenes – the book of YOU, the writer. The trials and tribulations, the rejections and the successes – we will explore deeper and with greater insight, the authors psyche and process, and the person beneath the book. Hosted by...
2021-03-1223 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast4 Neema Shah | Historical Fiction AuthorHistorical fiction author, Neema Shah tells us about her approach to research and the deep personal connection she has with her debut novel, Kololo Hill. Tune in to hear all about the journey this book took, from inception all the way to publication.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on the show. You'll also be able to see who the...
2021-03-1234 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast3 Andi Osho | Romantic Comedy Author, Actor, Comedian and ScreenwriterRomantic comedy author, actor, comedian and screenwriter, Andi Osho drops by to tell us all about her debut novel, Asking for a Friend. We learn all about her adventures in learning how to write a novel, which skills she was able to transfer from her career as a stand-up comedian and scriptwriter, and who most importantly, who she would want to be marooned on a desert island with!Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie...
2021-03-0832 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast2 Felicity Trew | Literary AgentChildren's and YA literary agent, Felicity Trew shares the adventure of how she first learned about publishing agents and then became one herself. We learn all about the submission process, how she approaches submissions and what she thinks the publishing landscape will look like for the rest of the year. If you are interested in becoming an agent then you'll love this episode and if you aren't, then you probably will be by the end!Update! Felicity has changed careers and is no longer a literary agent.Support the show on PatreonSigning...
2021-03-0534 min
The Write and Wrong Podcast1 Tina Baker | Thriller Author, Broadcaster and JournalistThriller author, broadcaster and journalist, Tina Baker tells us all about her debut novel, Call Me Mummy, its inspirations and the highs and lows of her career through television, journalism, personal training and now publishing.Support the show on PatreonSigning up to the Patreon will give you access to the Discord server, where you'll be able to interact directly with Jamie as well as many of the previous agents, authors and editors who have been on the show. You'll also be able to see who the upcoming guests are and put forward questions for...
2021-03-0142 min