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April 11, 2025 43 mins

In this conversation, Ryan George interviews author Kaylin Applewhite about her creative journey, the influence of Dungeons & Dragons on her writing, her writing process, and her experiences with Kickstarter campaigns for her books. Kaylin shares insights into her paranormal mystery series, the White Crow series, set in Edwardian New York City, and discusses the importance of research and understanding historical context in her writing. She also provides valuable tips for aspiring writers and reflects on the challenges and successes of her Kickstarter campaigns. In this conversation, Kalynn Applewhite shares her insights on running successful Kickstarter campaigns for authors, the advantages of indie publishing over traditional routes, and effective strategies for engaging with readers. She emphasizes the importance of early bird specials, maintaining communication with backers, and the value of personal connections at events. Kalynn also discusses her approach to post-Kickstarter marketing and the significance of securing early reviews to boost book visibility.

You can follow Kalynn here https://linktr.ee/kalynnapplewhite

And click here to back the most recent campaign: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/applewhitegames/the-widows-tear-paranormal-fiction-novel 

 

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