AM I WRITE?

Debut author of a Jane Austen meets To All The Boys I've Loved Before tale, Priyanka Taslim joins us on Am I Write to talk about beloved retellings, keeping them fresh, and how she conquered those dark nights of doubt. Get some great resources and look forward to her upcoming projects!


Resources

priyankataslim.com
https://linktr.ee/priyankataslim
https://twitter.com/bhootbabe
https://www.instagram.com/bhootbabe

About Priyanka

Priyanka Taslim is a writer, educator, and lifelong New Jersey resident. Having grown up in a bustling Bangladeshi diaspora community, surrounded by her mother’s entire clan and many aunties of no relation, her writing often features families, communities, and all the drama therein.

Priyanka tells all kinds of stories about Bangladeshi characters. Her writing usually stars spunky Bengali heroines finding their place in the world...and a little swoony romance, too. THE LOVE MATCH, out now from Salaam Reads, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, is her debut YA novel and has been praised in mediums such as Teen Vogue, USA Today, Pop Culturalist and more. It was a Junior Library Guild gold standard selection and one of Amazon’s best young adult novels of January 2023. Her adult debut, FROM MUMBAI, WITH LOVE, will be published by St. Martin’s Griffin in 2025, and she has future novels in the works with both publishers.

What is a beta reader?
How can I determine I'm ready to give my manuscript to them?
Should I consider family for beta readers?
How can I prepare them to give good feedback?
What should I expect from a batch of beta-reading?

Having any of these questions or just want some new ideas for your next beta reading sesh? Host Sheridan Sharp is here with some resources and ideas!

Resources
Am I Write Episode with Annalisa Summea: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2031789/13796507

Am I Write Episode with Laura Pence Atencio: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2031789/13384043

You've been tirelessly working on your writing, pouring your heart and soul into your stories, but when it comes to getting published, you're hitting a brick wall. You've been told to simply keep submitting your work, but the rejections keep piling up, leaving you frustrated and demoralized. Guest, Annalisa Summea reveals the her individualized program to help you accomplish your writing goals. Get some freebees straight from the publishers and more on this episode of Am I Write!

Resources

https://datewiththemuse.com/freeagentguide/

www.StorytellingForPantsers.com

www.DateWithTheMuse.com

www.writing-gym.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnnalisaCParent/

Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/1767454483477408/

Twitter @annalisaparent

Stage Whispers, by Annalisa: https://a.co/d/8mNNlFY

Across the Universe Series by Beth Revis: https://www.goodreads.com/series/56124-across-the-universe

About Annalisa

Annalisa Summea helps writers to finish novels, publish traditionally and live the author lifestyle. She writes for many local, national, and international publications, has written and produced sketches for a Telly-Award winning CBS television show. She and her work have been featured on Huffington Post Live, PBS, The New York Times, and The Associated Press, as well as many podcasts, radio and television programs.

Her book Storytelling for Pantsers: How to Outline and Revise your Novel without an Outline is a recipient of a CIPA EVVY Silver award for Best Business Book, and a finalist in the humor category. Her newest title is Stage Whispers: A Living History, Retold.

Annalisa has taught writing around the world, spoken at writing conferences in New York, London, Paris, Boston, and beyond. When she’s not writing, you can find her walking her dog, camping with her Girl Scout troop, or volunteering with the Rotary Club.

Monica Miller returns to the show to share how to captivate readers and build a loyal following through the power of personal connection and storytelling. Monica emphasizes the importance of weaving your gold thread by starting in the middle of your story. Make a lasting impact with personal experiences and perspectives in both your books and marketing efforts.

Resources

www.monicawrites.com/Calendar

https://www.facebook.com/monika.lynn17

www.monicawrites.com

www.monicawrites.com/Lab

www.monicawrites.com/Templates

https://www.subscribepage.com/savvyauthor

The first episode with Monica: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2031789/13205165


About Monica

Monica Miller helps authors market their books and receive more visibility by being Your Content Guide. Monica inspires authors through her monthly membership participants to share themselves, their stories, and their works with the world through marketing. She is a four-time published author, International Speaker, and Writer, and she owns her business, Monica Writes while living life in Northern Indiana with her husband and two boys where she spends her days homeschooling her oldest son, drinking coffee, reading fantasy, going on walks, and keeping up with her boys.

I have an idea, but I don't know if it will stand the test of time. How do I know it's good? 

Should I share my work with others? What if I'm really excited about it?

Does it need to be outlined before I dive in? 

If you're looking for answers to these questions, let's have a candid conversation and see if we can get you somewhere today on Am I Write! Plus, tune in for some resources and quotes from famous authors that might get you back into the zone. 

Resources 

 Watch for upcoming episode on coaching/mentorship, querying, and storytelling for PANTSERS: Annalisa Summeya!

Episode ONE [!] with Author Josh Allen: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2031789/11150970

 SURRENDER your control over everything and just write: Brent Perkins

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2031789/13484118

A writing community, accountability, and coaching: Monica Miller

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2031789/13205165 

 Entering the writing scene WITHOUT  a background/the query/publishing journey reality: Kiana Krystle

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2031789/12773653

Writing solo versus writing collaboratively (and advice for newbies): Gina Buonaguro

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2031789/12156817

Face Rejection, Be Persistent, and Don’t Fear the Pivot: Heather Carter 

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2031789/11827662

Getting to know YOURSELF as a writer & when to push through the hardships for the story: Lilian Horn

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2031789/11707249

Gut instincts and taking yourself seriously as a writer: Maggie Giles

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2031789/11658064

Disaster Characters, Disaster Queries, and Disaster Drafts: You Need Them ALL: JC Peterson

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2031789/11611125

A single offhand remark from a loved one ignited something in her soul; join bestselling author Sarah M. Eden as she reveals tips from her unexpected journey into authorship that has grown into a many years - and many books - strong career. Stay tuned until the end for her EPIC announcement, newly released!

Key Takeaways: 

• Find plot inspiration from history and personal experiences.
• Learn to effectively manage the leap from manuscript to published work while protecting reader and publisher interests.
• The necessity of treating writing as a regular job amalgamating both creative and business aspects.

Resources
www.SarahMEden.com
Instagram.com/sarah_m_eden
Facebook.com/SarahMEden
https://www.youtube.com/@betweenthelinespodcast1415

About Sarah
Sarah M. Eden is a USA Today best-selling author of witty and charming historical romances, including 2020’s Foreword Reviews INDIE Awards Gold Winner for Romance, "Forget Me Not," and 2020 Holt Medallion finalist, "Healing Hearts." She is a three-time “Best of State” Gold Medal winner for fiction and a three-time Whitney Award winner. Combining her obsession with history and her affinity for tender love stories, Sarah loves crafting deep characters and heartfelt romances set against rich historical backdrops. She holds a bachelor’s degree in research and happily spends hours perusing the reference shelves of her local library.

Sarah is represented by Pam Pho at Steven Literary Agency.​

Let go of control and surrender to the transformative power of writing as guest Brent Perkins shares his journey from a corporate career to embracing his passion, inspiring aspiring writers to find fulfillment in the unpredictable world of publishing.

"Just be happy with the fulfillment that you get from [writing]."  - Brent Perkins

Resources

www.3xBold.com
www.PapercutsSuck.com
No More Mister Nice Guy by Robert Glover
The Kin of ATA are Waiting For You by Dorothy Bryant

About Brent 

"I spent the first half of life building a career around achievement, reaching C-Suite status, traveling the world, speaking, launching new technologies, and building businesses. After a 7 year journey that led through some dark places, plant medicine journeys, and eye-opening realizations, it became evident that nothing external was ever going to fill the void. As the reality of divorce after 18 years of marriage sunk in, I began to see the grind for what it truly was, bringing clarity to what really matters in life. Beginning with a divine 'tap on the shoulder', I stepped out of corporate America, put everything else on hold, and wrote my first book.

'Papercuts: The Art of Self Delusion,' set to launch in the summer of 2023, paves the road for others to break free from victimhood and embrace a life of integrity. It has allowed me to bring my passion for a life well-lived, and well-traveled, to help others integrate and build healthy rituals around being bold in body, mind, and spirit. My home base is in Phoenix, AZ, I am the father of two amazing teenage daughters and am an active member of Front Row Dads - a mastermind and charitable community that prioritizes a family first, business second mindset."

Get ready to supercharge your content creation process with the help of AI. Guest Laura Pence Atencio, a digital marketing expert and founder of Social Savvy Geek, understands the frustrations and challenges writers face when it comes to idea development. With AI by your side, you can organize your thoughts, generate content ideas, and save precious time in the process (no more staring at a blank page).

Resources

Website: https://linktr.ee/socialsavvygeek

About Laura

This year, Laura Pence Atencio has made a bold decision to go all-in on authors. 📚 After taking a deep look back at her work over the past 13 years of working with clients, she found a pattern among her favorite clients - nearly all of them had written books. In fact, her favorite projects were book promotion and funnels built around books.

With this realization, Laura is now focusing her expertise on working with coaches who are launching a book or using their book to open doors to get on stages, do podcast tours, or simply to bring more qualified clients into their business. As a leading authority on digital marketing and business growth, Laura is excited to help authors achieve their goals and reach their target audience through her proven strategies and customer journey expertise. So if you're an author looking to make a big impact this year, Laura Pence Atencio is the expert you need on your team.

Guest Monica Miller shares her writing story that began in her teens,  where she curated engaging stories which later traversed the publishing world, journalism, and even the college lecture halls. Today, she integrates her robust experience and her discovered enthusiasm for marketing to guide budding authors. Her forte lies in leveraging fun, transparency, and creativity to extend a writer's reach while preserving the essence of their brand and their love for writing.

Resources

Website: www.monicawrites.com

Profile: https://www.facebook.com/monika.lynn17

Page: https://www.facebook.com/MonicaWrites4You/

Instagram: instagram.com/yourcontentguide

High Performing Storytelling Content Templates for $7: www.monicawrites.com/Templates

About Monica

Monica Miller is Your Content Guide where she takes the stories from your heart, the expertise from your head, and creates a meaningful marketing message so that your audience is captivated and converted into raving clients. Monica helps you be seen, heard, and felt with every word you write so that you can build an audience that is ready to learn and buy from you. She is a three-time published author, International Speaker and Writer, and owns her business, Monica Writes, while raising her two little boys in northern Indiana along with her husband.

Get new book suggestions from a fellow writer and bookie whose spoken with many of the authors in real time and reads YA books by the hundreds - and counting! Join host Sheridan Sharp for short clips where she spiels how their plots, common themes, and important characterizations recommend them (without the spoilers) on YouTube. Most of all, tune in to kick back with a book and have a good time!

Resources

Book Spiels with Sheridan Playlist (stay tuned for new upcoming releases!):
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWEB1WvIm3OhmwRSxnL8qBn1GlTzmNG8k

Sheridan's GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/sheridansharp