Welcome back to The Reading Rift! I’m Lydia, joined by Bec, and this week we’re sitting down with Lindsey Richardson, author of Godsbane ⚔️✨

✨ Listener Notes: • This is an adult podcast with adult language and topics • This episode is completely spoiler free, so you can listen even if Godsbane is still on your TBR

In this episode, Lindsey shares her journey as a reader and writer, the creative process behind Godsbane, and what it’s like navigating indie publishing in the fantasy space. We talk writing doubt, revision, worldbuilding, mythology, romance, and the realities of bringing an epic fantasy story to life.

✦ What we cover in this episode:

📚 Early Reading & Creative Roots • Growing up with books or discovering them later • Author idols and formative reads • Teachers and mentors who influenced her writing • The inspiration behind her author bio and impeccable music taste

✍️ Writing & Craft • When writing became more than a hobby • Handling doubt and imposter syndrome • The moment she knew she could really do this

🕰️ The Writing Timeline • Whether Godsbane was her first book • Drafting and revision process with tips for writers • Early challenges in the writing journey

📖 Publishing as an Indie Author • Choosing self publishing vs traditional publishing • Common misconceptions about publishing • Editing, production, and thoughts on KDP • Social media as an author • The audiobook process for indie authors • What readers should know about supporting authors

📘 Book Talk (Spoiler Free!) • Elevator pitch for Godsbane • Comparable reads • Emotional experience for readers • Origin story of the book • Real life themes woven into fantasy

🌍 Worldbuilding & Mythology • Creating gods and belief systems • Naming characters and hidden meanings • Balancing real life themes with epic fantasy

💘 Romance • Writing a supportive male love interest • Why that representation matters • The ultimate debate: Cal, shadow daddy or cinnamon roll? 👀🔥

✨ Closing Thoughts • Other books Lindsey has written and what’s coming next • Long term vision for her writing career • Why she writes

📚 Get the book: 🛒 Godsbane by Lindsey Richardson: https://amzn.to/3ZWGZCY

🔗 Connect with Lindsey Richardson:

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_lindseywrites_?igsh=MWZqcDRyYmV0OW04aw== 📘 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_lindseywrites_?_r=1&_t=ZP-93k5F6Ccd1q 🌐 Website: https://www.lindseyrichardsonauthor.com/

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