Today we welcome the amazing, oh-so-sweet, multi-talented author Autumn Lindsey to the show! This episode was recorded at the start of the pandemic, but while we record new episodes to fill our space, we're bringing the shows that got stuck during major challenges back to you! Autumn is the mother to over 100 plant babies, three children, quite the handywoman, an amazing hairdresser, and a great storyteller. She's an all around writing superhero. You can connect with Autumn here: Website - https://www.autumnlindsey.com/ Autumn's books on Amazon - https://www.autumnlindsey.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/autumnlindseyauthor Twitter - https://twitter.com/a_lindseybooks

We wish we could give this episode a fancy title but the truth is, we're just so excited to be back with authors on The Happy Writing Podcast! This episode was SO FUN and the discussion flowed SO GREAT that there really is no title for our chat with Ella Voss, author of Like A Fox to Swallow, other than The GRAND Return. We talk female representation, writing yourself, writing identity, enjoying your characters, struggles with writing, struggles with being an author...AND MORE. This episode is PACKED. I also talk about why my name changed. And why we've been gone for so long. Forgive me, loves. We are back to help you get happy with your writing! You can click on Ella's name above to go to her website, her book to go by a copy, or follow her on Instagram: @ellavoss_author Happy Writing is also back (we didn't really go anywhere, just focused on our events)- Happy Writing Socials: https://www.meetup.com/Happy-Writing https://twitter.com/happywritingco https://www.facebook.com/groups/happywriting https://www.instagram.com/happywritingco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/HappyWriting Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/9e2471f79e71/newsletter-subscription And as always, find me everywhere at @imahappywriter. My webpage will be up sometime. I'm not in a rush. <3

Editor, typesetter, and all around author support system Amie McCracken joins us today on the Happy Writing Podcast. How do you build good writing habits when writing isn't your favorite time filler? Are you all ideas but struggle with commitment? Learn how to get into a flow state, get some great recommendations, and learn how you can be a part of Amie's workshop: Write A Novel in Six Months. Connect with Amie: https://www.amiemccracken.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amiemccracken11 Twitter: https://twitter.com/amiemccracken Buy Amie's books: https://amzn.to/3aODcOb

This episode closes down the season. We'll be back with all new fresh episodes October 1. Publicity powerhouse and author legacy builder extraordinaire Laura Gale joins us for today and brings her years of expertise as a publisher at Hachette to the show. Connect with Laura online: https://lauraiswriting.com/ Buy A Copy of Laura's Book - How to Write This Book: https://amzn.to/31o16wu Join us online: https://facebook.com/groups/happywriting Write with us online or in Munich: https://meetup.com/happy-writing-munich

Award winning author Dori Ann Dupré joins us to talk about her novels Scout's Honor and Good Buddy, and the process for creating audiobooks. Ever wondered how you can take advantage of this growing platform and what challenges an indie author might have? We lay this down, both from an indie author and publisher perspective for you. Meet Dori: https://dorianndupre.com Grab your copy of Good Buddy: https://amzn.to/2YdTk6l

Hi Happy Writers! This week we are throwing it back to our influencer chats. Would you be interested in us reviving the members only part of our website with targeted monthly author chats and courses? Let us know at [email protected]. Get to know Megg: megg.me Buy a copy of Megg's book: https://amzn.to/2XJvQpx

Author Ruth Badley joins our Memoir Mentors sub-group to discuss her memoir, Where Are the Grown-ups? Memoir Mentors is a weekly meetup for authors of creative nonfiction and memoir writers, led by our Director of Community Engagement, Christina Howell. You can join us every Thursday at 7 PM CET: https://meetup.com/happy-writing-munich Connect with Ruth: https://www.ruthbadley.com/ https://twitter.com/ruthbadleypr?lang=en Buy a copy of Where are the Grown-ups?

Today we talk with author G.G. Knoth about her book, Whisper Screaming in a Crowded Room, mental health for authors, and more. Buy G.G.'s book: https://amzn.to/2ZrjTGc Visit G.G. online Website: http://ggknoth.com/index.html Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ggknoth Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/ggknoth

Today's author, C.F. Turner, joins us to talk about his new novel, representation in the industry, and connecting with your audience. You can purchase a copy of C.F. Turner's book, Lodeysia, by clicking here: https://amzn.to/2Ajdq6y Keep the conversation going on Twitter with Clay: https://twitter.com/authorcfturner Dionne's note: When editing this episode, I realized how I dominated the conversation. I want to send my sincere apologies to author C.F. Turner. I want to blame April pandemic anxiety, but that's not a good enough excuse. I hope to welcome C.F. Turner back in the future to chat more in-depth about his work.

Holly Rae Garcia joins us to talk about Imposter Syndrome and how we can smash this little annoying pest into the ground. Connect with Holly: Buy Holly's Book: https://amzn.to/2NjVQCj Website: https://www.hollyraegarcia.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/hollyraegarcia.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HollyRaeGarciaAuthor/ Today's episode is sponsored by Katie Pye and her Fairytale Fraud Series. You can grab a copy of the best selling Sibling Wars on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2V5WZBC Today's episode is also sponsored by debut author Kristian Joseph. His debut novel Sunlight is now available on Amazon and Kindle Unlimited: https://amzn.to/3hTwk4R And as always, keep the conversation rolling with us. We finally have all of our social media accounts back to @happywritingco and are excited to chat with you.