"There's no such thing as a boring life story if you tell it well," says Barbara as she explores major publishing trends from the Frankfurt Book Fair, shares powerful writing strategies, and reveals the effective alternatives to NaNoWriMo. From breaking news about AI in publishing to proven memoir writing techniques, this episode equips you with tools to move your writing project forward. Learn how the publishing landscape is evolving, find solutions to common writing roadblocks, and tap into thriving writing communities that will support your creative journey. Ready to transform your story from idea to finished manuscript? This episode maps out your next steps.
Episode Overview: Writing Success Strategies & Publishing Trends 2025 Key Topics Covered:
- Frankfurt Book Fair 2024 highlights
- Emerging publishing trends for 2025
- Horror and romance genre continued popularity
- Rise of sapphic Dracula horror and cozy Asian fiction
- Digital transformation in publishing
- The impact of AI on book production
- TikTok's influence on book sales
- Alternatives to NaNoWriMo
- Tips for memoir writing
Resources Mentioned:
- DIYBook.us https://www.diybook.us/
- Shut Up and Write community https://shutupwrite.com/
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Episode
02:18 Trends from the Frankfurt Book Fair
06:00 Listener Question: Writing Life Stories
12:17 Exploring National Novel Writing Month
21:16 Alternatives to NaNoWriMo
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