Permission to Write Podcast

In this week's episode, Ashley is walking through the process of receiving her first edit letter, how she developed her own revision process, and the collaborative work of creating a book. 

This week in Publishing: 

1. Publisher’s Weekly says book sales were up in May! Which is always positive news.  https://t.co/GxRrB0iGIw 

Given the Option: You Made a Fool of Death With Your Beauty 

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In this week's episode, we're joined by authors Laura Warrell (Sweet, Soft, Plenty Rhythm) and Rasheed Newson (My Government Means to Kill Me) to talk about writing sex, whether there is a right or wrong way, their approaches to writing intimate scenes, and more. A great discussion for Adults Only! 

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Sweet, Soft, Plenty Rhythm: https://bookshop.org/a/8081/9780593466537 

My Government Means to Kill Me: https://bookshop.org/a/8081/9781250833549 

In Episode 38, Ashley is joined by authors Bella Jay and Shameka S. Erby to discuss the “stigma” around romance books, the indie romance writing community, representation within the genre and much more. It was a ki-ki you'll be sure to enjoy!

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In this week’s episode, Ashley is joined by special guest Jade Olivia discussing writing through a cultural lens unapologetically, and her new novel, A MONTH OF SUNDAYS. 

Grab your copy of A MONTH OF SUNDAYS HERE. 

This Week in Publishing: 

Lisa Lucas is out at Pantheon. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/20/books/booksupdate/knopf-doubleday-lisa-lucas-reagan-arthur.html  

Bertelsmann has partnered with Enders Analysis and Arthur D. Little to publish a new report, "State of Play: Exploring Generative AI’s Transformative Effects on the Media & Entertainment." https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/newsbrief/index.html?record=4701 

Rebecca Schinsky shared on her Today In Books Substack, the state of the publishing from the inside. https://todayinbooks.substack.com/p/the-state-of-publishing-as-seen-from?utm_source=post-email-title&publication_id=1753633&post_id=144708803&utm_campaign=email-post-title&isFreemail=true&r=1gzvy&triedRedirect=true&utm_medium=email

In this week’s episode we’re chatting about what happens after an agent is interested in your manuscript. The questions you should ask, the protocol for communication with other agents and more. We’re also casting Love Radio by Ebony LaDelle and sharing relevant publishing news. Make sure you like, rate and subscribe to this podcast. 

This Week in Publishing 

HarperCollins Children’s Books has partnered with Girl Scouts of the USA for an eight-book publishing program, with the first title to launch this fall.  https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/childrens/childrens-book-news/article/95058-harpercollins-and-girl-scouts-launch-publishing-program.html 

Support small presses that were affected by the March closure of Small Press Distribution. https://electricliterature.com/23-small-presses-to-support-after-the-close-of-small-press-distribution/ 

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In this week’s episode Ashley discusses suits against Amazon to include indie booksellers, whether lists still matter, cast ideas for GOOD MORNING, LOVE, and being in charge of your own writing career.

This week in Publishing:

In a recent poll by the Author’s Guild, 13% of writers admitted that they use AI for things like brainstorming, character development, and outlines. https://www.npr.org/2024/04/30/1246686825/authors-using-ai-artificial-intelligence-to-write 

Joe Biden signed a bill on April 24th that could result in a nationwide ban of TikTok as early as 2025. https://www.themarysue.com/tiktok-ban-would-be-devastating-for-authors-booktok/ 

The American Booksellers Association has filed a motion with the Federal Trade Commission. https://publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/bookselling/article/94929-aba-seeks-to-add-bookstores-to-ftc-lawsuit-against-amazon.html?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0h4pVDTCZ9-FC4zkgUKQjJCVGuSw8nRI5JspzMzw9YriJpVVGaf3BJPyQ_aem_AZxTmki_7CpJnaDrrBVTL2YcePDcXKu5Bp3WD3X-eVNmQ-Ob-bh_DfrE7zupVUEX3rXyTCLCmHl5kMMuFuDqoM6K 

The New York Times listed their best books since 2000, and more importantly than discussing their list, I just want to know, do we care about lists in general?https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2024/books/top-books-list.html

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In this week's Read Like a Writer episode, we're chatting about POVs in fiction, particularly close third person with alternating perspectives with Black Candle Women as a reference text. 

This week in publishing: 

The Pen World Voices Festival has been canceled. https://lithub.com/the-pen-world-voices-festival-has-been-canceled/

PEN America has canceled its 2024 Literary Awards ceremony, which was previously scheduled to be held at the Town Hall in New York City on April 29th. .https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/awards-and-prizes/article/94876-pen-america-cancels-2024-literary-awards-ceremony.html

Bookwire, the Frankfurt-based digital book distribution and production platform, has partnered with U.S.-based Aptara, a provider of publishing solutions and digital data analysis, to share expertise. https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/newsbrief/index.html?record=4650

Viola Davis and husband Julian Tennon launch their own publishing company. https://www.essence.com/news/money-career/viola-davis-julius-tennon-publishing/

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In this episode, we're chatting about the small section of the bookstore that used to have the African American Literature, the importance of these books in the canon, and some of the authors that paved the way. When you say you support Black writing, is it Oochie Wally or One Mic? Listen and make sure you like, rate and subscribe if you support our podcast. 

This week in publishing: 

The LA Times Festival of Books - https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-04-21/photos-los-angeles-times-festival-of-books 

An interesting collaboration between Airwave Podcast and Ben Bella Books. Airwave podcast is getting their own imprint for their hosts and personalities in Airwave Books. 

https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/newsbrief/index.html?record=4641 

More publishers sign on to the suit to stop Iowa from their Book Banning Law which affects LGBTQIA+ books. https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/publisher-news/article/94824-five-publishers-join-lawsuit-to-stop-iowa-book-banning-bill.html 

“We as publishers are uniting in our unwavering commitment to stand with educators, librarians, students, authors, and readers against the unconstitutional censorship measures being imposed by the state of Iowa," the publishers said in a joint statement. "Now, more than ever, we must stand firmly with our authors and readers to defend the fundamental right to read and the freedom of expression.”

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This week, we’re introducing some new segments, “Given the Option” and bringing you more of our great conversation around writing, publishing, life and culture. For our Read Like a Writer episode, we’re diving into description with our reference texts Leaving Cecil Street, Diane McKinney-Whetstone and You Made a Fool of Death with Your Beauty, Akwaeke Emezi. 

This week in Publishing 

Simon & Schuster turns 100. https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/publisher-news/article/94707-simon-schuster-turns-100.html 

Kiley Reid says fiction isn’t activism. https://lithub.com/kiley-reid-on-why-fiction-isnt-activism/ 

North Caroline bookstore closes after receiving death threats. https://www.wonkette.com/p/bookselling-while-black-latest-danger 

Read Like a Writer books: https://bookshop.org/lists/read-like-a-writer? 

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To kick off Season Two, we caught up with award-winning author, filmmaker, and scholar, Sheena C. Howard, PhD. Take a listen as we discuss her new book Academic Branding: A step-by-step guide to increased visibility, authority, and income, developing a love of comic books, and the importance of an entrepreneurial mindset. 

Purchase your copy of Academic Branding: https://bookshop.org/a/8081/9781637744406