Hosts Haley Rogers and McCayleigh Daniels welcome YA horror author AudraKate Gonzalez. They discuss her writing journey, the inspiration behind her 'This is Noir' series, and the balance of horror with emotional themes. Audra shares insights into the publishing process, the importance of personal experiences in her writing, and her research into folklore and mythology. The conversation also touches on her future projects.
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Takeaways
Audra Kate Gonzalez writes young adult horror and children's books.
Her series 'This is Noir' features standalone stories set in a fictional town.
Personal experiences heavily influence her writing, especially themes of grief and family.
Self-publishing allows her full creative control over her work.
The querying process is crucial, with the first chapter being the most important.
Writers often make the mistake of info dumping in their manuscripts.
Audra aims to explore lesser-known horror themes in her future works.
She finds inspiration in both personal experiences and folklore.
Researching local folklore is essential for authenticity in her stories.
Audra dreams of hosting a dinner party with her favorite authors.
Keywords
YA horror, writing process, self-publishing, querying, folklore, inspiration, horror stories, personal experiences, publishing journey, author interview
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