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November 27, 2024 • 53 mins

Rachel Howzell Hall joins C. M. Lockhart on the Written in Melanin Podcast to discuss her journey into romantasy, the dynamics of rapid publishing, and the importance of experience in storytelling.


00:00 Welcome to the Written in Melanin Podcast

00:22 Introducing Rachel Howzell Hall

03:35 The Fast-Paced World of Publishing

08:53 The Rise of New Adult Fantasy Romance

14:22 The Importance of Parental Figures in Literature

22:03 The Craft of Storytelling

26:21 Masterclass Insights and Genre Lessons

28:03 The Importance of Diverse Reading

29:50 Teaching and Writing: Tools in Your Back Pocket

31:22 Experience and Authenticity in Writing

37:05 The Last One

49:22 Final Advice for Aspiring Authors

52:06 Conclusion and Farewell


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Rachel Howzell Hall

💥 https://www.rachelhowzell.com/

The Last One | https://melaninlibrary.com/books/8199 - Merch: https://shop.melaninlibrary.com/ - 💚 Chelsea's Books We Are the Origin: https://melaninlibrary.com/books/6730 We Are Dying Gods: https://melaninlibrary.com/books/7869 - BookHarts Community | https://discord.gg/XSWtDRMyNb - The Links: https://WrittenInMelanin.myflodesk.com Melanin Library: https://MelaninLibrary.com/ Patreon: https://Patreon.com/WrittenInMelanin Services: https://www.writteninmelanin.com/services

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