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In this episode of Write Out Loud, hosts Matt and Christina are joined by bestselling author Suzanne Brockmann. Suz talks about her career in romance and military suspense novels, as well as her recent foray into producing LGBTQ indie movies.
The highlight of the episode is Suz's discussion on her new Kickstarter campaign for her latest book in the Troubleshooters series, 'Jules Cassidy, PI'. She shares insights into why she chose crowdfunding over traditional publishing, the benefits of closer reader interactions, and the challenges and rewards of using Kickstarter. Suzanne also teases future additions to the Troubleshooters series and provides tips for other authors considering Kickstarter. The episode offers a deep dive into the intersection of creativity, publishing, and crowdfunding.
Find more from Suzanne Brockmann on her website or on her Facebook page.
00:00 Introduction and Special Guests
01:24 Meet Suzanne Brockman
02:13 Suzanne's Writing Journey
03:11 Kickstarter Campaign "Jules Cassidy, P.I."
05:47 Navigating the Publishing World
12:33 Connecting with Readers
14:00 Kickstarter for First-Timers
16:19 Using Book Funnel for Distribution
17:23 Exploring Book Funnel Service
17:56 Kickstarter Campaign Insights
20:45 Revisiting the Troubleshooters Series
22:03 Writing Challenges and Inspirations
25:02 Future of the Troubleshooters Series
28:41 Kickstarter Details and Final Thoughts
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