In this episode of the Creative Writing Wizard podcast, we talk to author K. Starling, who shares her journey from ghostwriting to publishing her own novels. K. discusses the challenges of self-publishing, the importance of character development, and her unique blend of fantasy and mystery set in the Regency era. She shares about the significance of strong female characters and the need for diverse stories in literature. The conversation also touches on the creative process, the role of humor in storytelling, and the impact of societal norms on character development.

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- https://www.threads.net/@authorkstarling

- https://bsky.app/profile/authorkstarling.bsky.social

- https://authorkstarling.substack.com/

- https://tomebooks.com/user/authorkstarling

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Intro and Outro Themes written and recorded by Glen Weatherhead

References:

- https://www.harnessmagazine.com/k-starling/

- https://thepeopledissent.substack.com/ Timeline:

00:00 Introduction to Kay Starling

01:39 Navigating the Publishing World

04:10 Kay's Writing Journey and Ghostwriting Experience

10:12 The Freedom of Self-Publishing

14:55 Influences and Inspirations in Writing

17:32 Narrative Style and Humor

21:37 Incorporating Fantasy Elements

24:22 Fashion and Social Commentary

26:57 Gender Roles and Disguises

30:00 Mystery as a Central Theme

33:54 Cultural Nuances in Tea Drinking

35:01 The Importance of Content Warnings

37:15 Balancing Action and Cozy Vibes

40:50 Exploring Time Travel in Storytelling

47:13 Feminism and Historical Context in Literature

54:44 Empathy and Agency in Female Characters

01:00:11 Advice for Aspiring Authors

01:04:17 Future Plans and Series Development

Keywords:

Kay Starling, Creative Writing, Self-Publishing, Indie Authors, Ghostwriting, Regency Era, Fantasy, Feminism, Mystery, Book Launch, Jane Austen, Sherlock Holmes