From Army Nurse to Fantasy Romance Novelist: Lynn Westhoff's Inspiring Journey
Join host Jolene MacFadden on Jolene's Books and Writers Talk, sponsored by Southern Dragon Publishing, as she converses with Lynn Westhoff. Lynn, a retired Army nurse and healthcare professional, pivoted to writing fantasy romance novels at the age of 64. In this episode, Lynn discusses herdebut novel 'Chronicles of a Time Bound Warrior,' the challenges of indie publishing, the thoughtful use of AI tools in writing, and her experiences building a trilogy that merges fantasy with historical events. Hear her insights on marketing hurdles, creating audiobooks, and navigating the literaryworld as an indie author. Lynn's journey offers inspiration and practical advice for writers at every stage. Don't miss this fascinating conversation!Visit the author’s website: https://lynnwesthoff.com
00:00 Introduction to Jolene's Books and Writers Talk
01:22 Meet Lynn Westhoff: From Army Nurse to Fantasy Author
02:13 The Chronicles of a Time Bound Warrior: Inspiration and Themes
03:01 Navigating Indie Publishing and Marketing Challenges
03:33 Building a Trilogy: Flames of Rebellion and War of Realms
04:11 Engaging with Writing Communities and Local Groups
06:18 Overcoming the Hurdles of Indie Publishing
08:40 Marketing Strategies and Social Media Presence
12:27 The Role of AI in Writing and Publishing
15:06 World Building and Writing Tools
21:37 Expanding Reach: Audiobooks and Global Distribution
27:24 Final Thoughts and Future Plans
32:18 Conclusion and Call to Action
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