In this engaging conversation, NC Barton shares her journey as a writer, discussing her early experiences with writing, the challenges she faced during the pandemic, and her transition from writing mysteries to romance. She delves into the intricacies of crafting her latest book, 'The Now and Forever,' including the dual timeline structure and character development. The discussion also covers the editing process, the importance of feedback, and her future writing projects, highlighting the emotional and creative aspects of being an author. In this conversation, Lindsay and Nicole discuss the transition from traditional publishing to self-publishing, exploring the challenges and triumphs of each path. They delve into the creative process, the importance of community among writers, and the joy of receiving feedback from readers. Nicole shares her experiences with self-publishing, including the learning curve and the excitement of having her work read by strangers. The discussion highlights the significance of finding one's voice and the unique journey every author undertakes in their writing career.

That you so much Lindsay Barrett. You can buy the Savannah Royals now! 

And The Dravenhearst Brides comes out October 9th. You can preorder here 

or there’s still time to sign up for an Advance Reader Copy

Nicole’s debut novel is out now. You can get it on ebook or KU here

Or order a signed copy here. 

If you's like to sign up to be an arc reader on her Banksy inspired romance you can sign up here.

If you want to connect with me I’d love to hear from you.

Website. https://ncbartonwrites.com/

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or my ⁠Substack https://nicolebartonwrites.substack.com/

Chapters

00:00 The Journey to Writing a Book

04:16 Overcoming Challenges in the Writing Process

07:09 The Evolution of Nicole's Writing Style

10:07 Exploring the Setting of 'The Now and Forever'

13:10 The Transition from Mystery to Romance

15:57 Crafting Complex Characters

18:58 The Dual Timeline Structure

21:16 Editing and Refining the Manuscript

24:07 The Evolution of a Story

26:37 Deciding When a Book is Done

29:21 Trusting Your Gut in Publishing

31:06 The Journey to Self-Publishing

34:45 Navigating Traditional Publishing Challenges

38:42 The Freedom of Self-Publishing

41:18 Learning from Mistakes in the Publishing Process

46:10 The Drive to Create: A Writer's Journey

48:07 Diverse Writing Processes: Plotters vs. Pantsers

49:01 Finding Inspiration: Sources of Creativity

50:57 The Editing Process: Revising and Refining

54:31 The Challenges of Rapid Releasing

58:10 The Joy of Reader Feedback

01:02:24 Building Community in Writing

01:04:46 Final Thoughts and Book Recommendations