Steve Grant, an accidental writer-turned-crime author, navigated the world of self-publishing, genre shifts, and marketing. This episode provides practical tips, insights into the writing process, and the emotional journey of becoming an author.

Main Topics Covered:

• Steve's unconventional journey into authorship and genre exploration
• The writing process: discovery, pantsing vs plotting, and revisions
• How to craft compelling query letters and deal with rejection
• Maintaining mental health during the writing and publishing journey
• Building a writing community and overcoming introversion
• Using quirky historical facts and research to enrich storytelling
• Strategies for book promotion, including book tours, social media, and reviews
• The importance of feedback and beta reading in refining your craft
• Personal insights on character development and plotting techniques
• Balancing passion projects with market considerations in genre fiction.

Connect with Steve and buy his books here: https://www.stevegrantauthor.com/