Depending on what you’ve heard in the past, these words either inspire hope or fear. That’s why I’m here to break down what they mean in the publishing industry and shed some light on the stigma behind both. Check out this website if you're wondering on how trustworthy a self-publishing company or book-related business really is! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/authorlauren/support

You won't want to miss this! Listen in as I interview Kim Appelgryn (author of The Silent Witness) about her experience with her former publisher and how she had to learn the hard way about potential scammers. To learn more about my special guest, check out her twitter and facebook pages! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/authorlauren/support

Most writers want to be the next bestselling author, but nothing crushes a dream faster than a flood of rejection letters. That's why I'm here to tell you not to sleep on indie publishers who may be willing to take the risk on your next book! Listen in as I dive into the pros and cons of your next publishing move. Liked the episode? Check it out on my blog! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/authorlauren/support

Hello, fellow listeners! I have exciting news for 2022 and what's coming out this year from your fellow writer and podcaster: Me! I hope you're ready for some exciting books, author interviews, writing tips, and more! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/authorlauren/support

Welcome back for more writing tips on the Author Podcast Show! Today, we'll be talking about how to navigate negative feedback on your stories. No one likes getting a 1-star review, but while some people may take it personally, I like to look at it as a right of passage. Here are some tips about how to find constructive criticism in a place that feels hopeless. If you'd like to read the blog post, check it out here: https://laureneason.com/2021/11/12/navigating-negative-feedback/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/authorlauren/support

November is National Novel Writing Month and I want you to succeed! Listen in as I talk about several tips and tricks that you can do to make your 50K word count a dream come true during this month of vigorous writing. No discouragement here; all motivation! Visit the official website of NaNoWriMo for more details on the challenge. If you'd like to participate in the Inkitt NaNoWriMo challenge click on the link on how to join: https://www.inkitt.com/groups/1070 Blog post for NaNoWriMo: https://laureneason.com/2021/11/03/nanowrimo-tips-and-tricks-for-success/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/authorlauren/support

Happy Halloween! Now that we're nearing the end of our spooky season here on the Author Podcast Show, I've decided to share my short horror story for the season titled "The Deal." Samuel has made a grave mistake taking a deal from a mysterious man, but come to find out, he wasn't the only one who sold his soul. If you'd like to read more of my short stories, check out my Reedsy profile at: https://blog.reedsy.com/creative-writing-prompts/author/lauren-eason/ You can also visit my Inkitt profile to read free stories and excerpts from some of my published books: https://www.inkitt.com/LadyRowan --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/authorlauren/support

In the final days of the Great War, Germans soldiers stationed at Belleau Wood fight off against not only American soldiers but a supernatural threat. One many believed to be solely a myth. From the mind of Gabriel Garcia is "Hellhounds," a short story that won't disappoint! To read of Gabriel Garcia's works, check out the links below! www.instagram.com/arbiter283 www.inkitt.com/gabriel14 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/authorlauren/support

Catherine Jordan spins a horrific tale in her story "The Death Party" where a Halloween Party set in the 1840s turns from harmless fun to down right deadly. To learn more about Catherine Jordan and her writings, check out her website and social media. Links are listed below! www.catherinejordan.com www.facebook.com/CatherineJordanBooks www.twitter.com/CatherineBooks From Catherine Jordan: With two novels to my credit and a third on the way, I've been featured in a variety of and on-line publications and anthologies: A Community of Writers, Undead Living, Strange Magic, Bitter Sweet, Hellbent, After the Pandemic, (all published by Sunbury Press) and Crossing Lines, Feral, and most recently Don’t Turn Out the Lights, A Tribute to Alvin Schwartz’s Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark. I contribute articles to Harrisburg’s social magazine, TheBurg. I have edited a memoir, A Dot on the Wall, by Martha Squaresky, and a yet to be published horror novel Hammer and Blood, by Fortress Publishing. I have also served as an award judge, and I facilitate writing courses and critique groups. Presently, I serve as the review coordinator for horrortree.com, and the email announcement manager for the HWA. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/authorlauren/support

Christian Fecht is an aspiring author of the book titled Annals of Ludinia. Listen in as we discuss his journey to being a new author and what inspires him. To find out more about Christian Fecht and his work, check out the links below! Website: https://christianfechtwriter.wordpress.com/ Social media: https://www.facebook.com/fantasywriter10/ https://instagram.com/fantasywriter10 https://twitter.com/ChrisMiFe --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/authorlauren/support