In this engaging conversation, Katie Naymon shares her journey from being laid off to publishing her debut novel You Between the Lines. She discusses her writing process, the importance of feedback, and the challenges of navigating the publishing world. Katie emphasizes the significance of reading widely in the romance genre and how it inspired her to write. She also touches on the balance between her full-time job and writing, the impact of reviews on her mental health, and the strategies she employs to overcome writer's block. Throughout the discussion, Katie highlights the importance of authenticity and voice in writing, as well as the challenges of creating distinct characters in a large cast.

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Chapters

00:00 The Journey to Writing a Book

07:37 Feedback and Revisions: The Editing Process

13:27 Navigating the Submission Process

27:46 Navigating Reviews and Validation

34:15 The Spark of Inspiration

40:16 The Tools of the Trade

47:58 Developing a Strong Character Ensemble

53:45 Reflections on the Writing Journey