Self-editing your novel can be daunting…or fun! Join us with guest Johnny Smythe as we talk about all things editing. Then peek at this excellent guide from literary agent Cathie Hedrick-Armstrong to see if you have some “sprucing up” you can do before sending to beta readers, editors, or agents.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Y6XGjRUW2Rr0o4aNrMkhMBkRDDQzZNxn/mobilebasic?fbclid=IwY2xjawIYYptleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHbCE0Wg7-8LzAbIvpRCii-cISV2jWlp1e6BUPFs1A7gbdM1kanDdWFAewA_aem_h37fMhxLEi1oV5m0kxzjLQ

Traditionally published memoir author Tracy Smith Mathis discusses platform building, networking, and the trials of being a memoir writer.

www.tracysmithmathis.com

www.facebook.com/TracySmithMathisAuthor

www.mcfarlandbooks.com

Comparison or comp titles are something all authors should find, traditionally or indie published. But how? This episode deep dives into all things comps! Check out these resources for more.

https://www.aealexander.com/comp-finder-databases (amazing database for spec fic) https://www.literature-map.com/ (just a cool website.. put in an author and voila! it shows you similar authors... still have to research to fit things into other comp parameters but it's great) 

http://romance.io/ (this one is a little hit and miss)

https://authornews.penguinrandomhouse.com/comp-titles-an-elevator-pitch-for-your-book/#:~:text=What%20Are%20Comp%20Titles%20and,comp%20titles%20are%20extremely%20important.

https://janefriedman.com/how-to-find-compelling-comps-for-your-book/

https://bluepencilagency.com/what-are-comp-titles-and-how-do-you-choose-them/

Finding the perfect agent for your story can be daunting! Literary Agent, and Bookends Literary founder, Jessica Faust discusses with us how to research and choose agents to query.Find more from Jessica at least links:

Www.bookendsliterary.com

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCukLkiCzvK6AIMnYIDqxUug

https://www.instagram.com/bookends_literary/?hl=en

https://www.tiktok.com/@bookends_literary

Writing deep characters can be tricky. Join our guest, Marilu Hayes, as she discusses ways to incorporate mental health, neurodivergence, and difficult personality traits into our characters.

Visit her website at www.mariluhayes.com, look for her on Instagram, Linked In or Facebook @mariluhayes, or binge her YouTube channel: FACETS with Marilu.

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/23154-neurodivergent

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4544ZUr_gA

https://www.amazon.com/This-Autism-Donna-Henderson/dp/103215022X

Writers love our snacks! Here are some of our favorites for while we are writing and to add depth to our books.

Writing the blurb for your Novel or book can be stressful. Special guest blurb writer Jessie Cunniffe shares her thoughts and processes for creating the best blurb!

https://www.bookblurbmagic.com

Jessie Cunniffe live reviews the blurb for one of our listeners, where we see all the principles of a good blurb in action!

Other links: Jessie Cunniffe 

https://teaandtaleswriters.wixsite.com/teaandtalespodcast/guests-1/jessie-cunniffe

Other links:

https://www.instagram.com/bookblurbmagic/

https://www.threads.com/@bookblurbmagic?xmt=AQGzqJVTMKRT1R0mKWjXW33lKAiuH6Q3K5bk--srpvMwKTQ 

https://www.facebook.com/bookblurbmagic

Meet Author Olivia McCarthy (O. McCarthy) as she discusses her writing process and journey as a self-published author. Follow Olivia on Instagram @ oliviamccarthyauthor

Our concluding thoughts about Writing Groups and Networking with our guest, Clare Draycott! Leave your favorite writing advice or places to find writing groups.