Our first episode features your hostess, Kelly Kiewel, and World of Warcraft legend and author, Jen Bliton.Dive into Jen's journey of writing her YA fantasy book, The Shadows of Wren, and discover her valuable tips for new authors. Get an exclusive sneak peek into her next book!📚✨ Keywords: Kelly Kiewel, Jen Bliton, YA fantasy, author tips, World of Warcraft, The Shadows of Wren, writing advice, new book teaser, gaming industry veteran
In this episode, Kelly Kiewel sits down with J.E. Harter, author of The Butcher and the Bard. They delve into her writing process, inspiration, and the themes of her book. J.E. shares her love for New York City, her theater background, and how it influences her writing. She also discusses the challenges and joys of being a self-published author, the importance of finishing the first draft, and tips for new writers.Topics include:Facing internal scarsThe power of musicThe complexity of relationshipsDream fan cast for her charactersWriting fight scenesImportance of hiring an editorSelf-publishing and marketing strategiesDon't miss this insightful conversation filled with advice and inspiration for aspiring authors!📚✨ Keywords: Kelly Kiewel, J.E. Harter, The Butcher and the Bard, writing process, self-publishing, fantasy writing, theater influence, author tips, New York City, writing advice, fight scenes, book themes00:00 Intro00:25 About JE Harter2:00 How JE published two books in one year5:00 Balancing writing with work6:00 From actor to theatre teacher7:25 Using theatre in writing8:44 Separating author life from your daily life9:45 Talking with your family about writing12:51 Why write Fantasy?16:49 Writing Music in Books18:51 Favorite Butcher and the Bard quotes22:35 What themes were most important to include?27:35 Book Club Questions27:50 Any Sunshine x Grumpy relationships that inspired your book?29:10 Fancast for The Butcher and the Bard34:20 Creating a story inspired by The Witcher Series36:44 Are you a Plotter, Panster, or Plantser?44:22 How did you know your first story was done?48:09 Editor x Writer relationship54:02 Process changes from writing Book 1 to Book 258:03 Writing Dialogue1:00:44 How to write good fighting scenes?1:07:10 Who this book is for1:08:26 The Self Publishing Process1:19:17 Follow J.E. Harter1:20:27 Advice for New Writers1:24:30 June Book Club Feature - The Dying Sun by L.J. Stanton
