Disco and Danger with Marty Ludlum

Bestselling authors William and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview Marty Ludlum, author of the new mystery novel, At First I Was Afraid, the first book in his Disco Divas series.

(0:00) Opening Thoughts
Do you listen to music while you write?

(3:34) News
a. Amazon is Shuttering the Vella Program for Serialized Fiction
b. Written Word Media 2024 Survey Reveals Surprises

(15:39) Craft Corner
Lara Bernhardt discusses how and why to add evocative imagery to your work.

(18:02) Interview with Marty Ludlum, author of At First I Was Afraid
In this interview you will learn:
a. why Marty has been working on this book for almost thirty years;
b. where he got the idea for his protagonist, Donna Summer Wyznecki;
c. the importance of the Disco Divas;
d. how he benefitted from a WriterCon cruise; and 
e. why this is the right book to read now.

(37:20) Parting Words
Register now for the WriterCon cruise! The cruise departs from Seattle on May 31 for a week through gorgeous Alaska. Over 20 hours of writing instruction—large group, small group, and private—while the ship is at sea. Prices vary depending upon the roon you choose. For more information, visit www.writercon.com/cruise/ or email [e-mail]

Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.
William Bernhardt
www.williambernhardt.com
www.writercon.com