Writing and Editing
Writing and Editing is a podcast for authors that takes a whole-person approach to everything related to writing and editing. Listen in each Thursday for a new twenty-five-minute episode with an author or industry expert. All episodes are freely available in audio wherever you get podcasts. Hosted by Jennia D'Lima
Episodes
Author and Hollywood-jack-of-all-trades Noël Stark stops by to talk about setting your book in Hollywood, gives a peak behind the curtains on set, and shows how there are still fresh new ideas in a popular genre.
CW: Mention of eating disorders
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Swing by Noël's website:
https://www.noelstark.com/
Check out Love, Camera, Action:
https://www.noelstark.com/#newBook
Get more details about all things Hollywood wit...
Author Donna Galanti discusses balancing deep emotional truths with childhood innocence in kid's fiction and how this could be important to incorporate into your writing as well.
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Visit Donna's website:
https://www.donnagalanti.com/
Discover more emotional truths within her books:
https://www.donnagalanti.com/books/
Connect with Donna on Facebook and Instagram:
https://www.facebook.com/DonnaGalantiA...
Author and former teacher Terri Lilga talks about striking the right balance while crafting a children's book, how to make the educational part exciting, and gives tips on bringing your vision to life.
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Visit Terri's website:
https://terrililgabooks.com/
Swing by her store to check out her books and beyond:
https://terrililgabooks.com/shop
See more from Terri on her Facebook:
https://www.facebook.co...
Author Tim Weed swings by to discuss the inherent darkness of the dystopian genre, why he plants seeds of hope amidst it all, and how this can parallel the stories of real life.
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Learn more from Tim's website:
https://timweed.net/
Grab a copy of his books:
https://timweed.net/books/
Check out more on Tim's socials:
https://www.facebook.com/timweedauthor/
https://www.instagram.com/timweedwriter/
With one last thrill from the season of horror, actress and author Ally Walker discusses metaphysical horror, how it's carved a niche in-between horror and dystopia, and just how it can hold a mirror up to reality.
And to give a final treat from "trick or treat," everyone should keep their eyes peeled for a special surprise coming this Sunday . . .
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Check out Ally's website:
https://www.allywalke...
Author Grace Daly stops by to talk about the commonalities of horror and comedy, how she puts those to use in The Scald-Crow, and why balancing two genres can set your writing apart.
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Learn more on Grace's website:
https://gracedalyauthor.wordpress.com/
Grab your copy of The Scald-Crow:
https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-scald-crow-grace-daly/20eb1a3fd7a40064?ean=9781951971311&next=t
Keep up with Grace&apo...
Author Sarah Landenwich talks about writing dual timelines in different centuries, walking the line of parallel stories, and why she loves this style of writing (and why you'll love it too).
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Find more information on Sarah's website:
https://sarahlandenwich.com/
Get your edition of The Fire Concerto (and check out the companion playlist!):
https://sarahlandenwich.com/the-book/
https://open.spotify....
Humanitarian and author Flavia Brunetti talks about time, how it is usually described in works of fiction, and finding new perspectives on time in her book Web of Time.
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Discover more about Flavia on her website:
https://www.flaviinrome.com/
Grab a copy of Web of Time:
https://www.weboftimebook.com/
Check out Flavia's adventures on her socials:
https://www.instagram.com/whichwaytorome/
https://www.fa...
Author, lifestyle expert, and creator Eli Rallo discusses her new book, Does Anyone Else Feel This Way?, the experience of imposter syndrome, and the rise of the quarter-life crisis in the latest episode of the Writing and Editing podcast.
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Discover all Eli has to offer on her website:
https://www.theelirallo.com/
Pre-order a copy of Does Anyone Else Feel This Way?:
https://www.theelirallo.com/does-anyone-else-f...
Author and journalist Wendy Holden shares her book The Teacher of Auschwitz, discusses the importance of writing about historical events, and how you can do so while respecting those who have lived through them.
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Visit Wendy's website and peruse her catalogue:
https://www.wendyholden.com/
Learn more from Wendy on her socials:
https://www.instagram.com/wendyholdenbestsellingauthor/
https://www.facebook.c...
Surprise guest and author, Brian Asman, talks about his process of finding horror in the familiar, how that can create some of the scariest scenarios, and discusses tropes in the horror genre in this special episode that kicks off a spooky-filled month!
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Visit Brian's website and sign up for his newsletter:
https://brianasmanbooks.com/
Check out all of his books:
https://brianasmanbooks.com/books
Find more o...
Author and editor Alison McBain discusses her experience ghostwriting, what goes into that job, and how that can even inform your own writing process.
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Take a look at Alison's website:
https://www.alisonmcbain.com/
Submit your pieces to get published in her magazine:
https://www.fairfieldscribes.com/
(They publish a lot of new writers and also often give feedback if a piece is rejected, so give it a go!)
Che...
Author Nick Berg stops by to talk about the concept of autofiction, how it offers different opportunities than memoir, and how you can tell the truth through fiction.
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Swing by Nick's website:
https://www.pnberg.com/
Grab a copy of Shadows of Tehran:
https://www.pnberg.com/book-shadows-of-tehran/
Follow Nick on his socials:
@shadowsoftehran | Linktree
https://www.youtube.com/@ShadowsOfTehran-z1f/vide...
Author and professor Brad C. Anderson discusses the importances of realistic characters in sci fi, the role of fear in the genre, and how the term "hero" can be subjective.
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Visit Brad's website and grab a copy of his Ashme's Song:
https://bradanderson2000.com/
Check out Brad on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/bradanderson2000
Author Charles Breakfield stops by to break down what techno thrillers are, how to create their unique high stakes, and gives some insight into how he and his co-author, Rox Burkey, dive into worldbuilding.
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Visit Charles's and Rox's website:
https://enigmabookseries.com/
Check out one of their books from the Enigma series:
https://enigmabookseries.com/paperbacks/
Find Charles on his socials:
https:...
Author and illustrator Stan Yan talks about how the right balance of visuals and dialogue can create a strong story, what to consider when crafting your visuals, and how he pulled everything together to create The Many Misfortunes of Eugenia Wang.
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Check out Stan's website:
https://www.stanyan.me/
Grab a copy of The Many Misfortunes of Eugenia Wang:
The Many Misfortunes of Eugenia Wang | Stan Yan
Join Stan&a...
Screenwriter and director-turned-author Joe McClean discusses blending genres, finding the right balance of historical accuracy and fiction, and gives a lesson on the importance of history.
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Visit Joe's website:
https://www.gingerbeardfilms.com/
Get your autographed copy of Sins of Survivors:
https://premierecollectibles.com/sinsofsurvivors
Check out Joe's adventures on his socials:
https://www.link...
Author K.T. Anglehart discusses Celtic mythology, how she incorporates them into her writing, and why you should consider blending fantasy and reality as well.
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Check out K.T.'s website:
https://www.ktanglehart.com/
Grab a copy of her book:
https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B08HPF9R48
Follow K.T. on her socials:
https://www.instagram.com/kt_anglehart/
https://www.facebook.com/ktanglehart
Author and former police officer Jeff Wenninger discusses his book, On Thin Ice, how he wrote about effective ways of change, and gives tips on how to make an impact.
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Visit Jeff's website:
https://jeffwenninger.com/
Find a copy of his book:
https://jeffwenninger.com/book/
See how you can connect with Jeff:
https://www.facebook.com/people/Jeff-Wenninger/pfbid0cVZhbEhCSADrL9vBz8dgfmtQQ2QxqZwCpJQX4JsumU3MS...
Author and teacher Laura Munson talks about her book, The Wild Why, how everyone can be creative, and why wonder is the key to your writing.
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Check out Laura's website:
https://lauramunson.com/
Grab a copy of her books:
https://lauramunson.com/books/
Visit Laura's socials:
https://www.facebook.com/lauramunsonauthor/
https://www.instagram.com/lauramunsonauthor/
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