Are you interested in writing fiction that deals with the “tougher” topics?

When a reader experiences a character’s conflict that mimics one’s own, an emotional bond is formed that can unlock the door of fear to allow healing to begin.

In this episode, DonnaLee Overly joins internationally-acclaimed bestselling fiction novelist Lana McAra for a conversation how to incorporate your social causes into your fiction writing.

When the reader is empowered by the realization that they are not alone, as others have gone through a similar situation – it makes the story absolutely #Unputdownable.

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A student in the “How to Write a Novel That Sells” program told Lana recently they feel like they’re just not eloquent enough.

They love novels that go on and on with flowery descriptions and turns of phrases, so they try to do it but find these things don’t roll out easily.

In this episode, Lana McAra takes a good, hard look at the timeless question about fiction writing – are we working too hard to impress someone, or are we trying to tell a compelling story?

After listening to this episode, you may see that the less you focus specifically on impressing people, the more #Unputdownable your story becomes.

Do you dream of writing a novel?

When you feel the urgency to write a novel, you aren’t making it up – and when that urgency won’t let go, there’s a reason.

Turn your readers into raving fans. Reveal the power of your voice and your story.

Writing is an act of courage, and you have what it takes.

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The thing about historical fiction writing is that your reader has to find it believable.

If a reader or critic fact-checks it, a lack of sound historical basis could sink the story and remove the suspension of disbelief necessary to keep the reader engaged.

In this episode, Mindy Killgrove joins internationally-acclaimed bestselling fiction novelist Lana McAra for a conversation about the importance of conducting research before beginning to write historial fiction.

When historical fiction is believable because the facts align and are consistent with actual events and things that could have happened, it makes for a more #Unputdownable story.

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As a fiction writer, working with a collaborator, co-author, and writing partner can produce a level of work greater than the sum total of each of your individual contributions.

There’s a process to figure out why you need to collaborate find someone who complements your skill set, respect each other’s contribution, be in constant communication with your partner, and be clear in what your division of labor/responsibilities will be.

In this episode, Tracy Tripp and Edward Mickolus join internationally-acclaimed bestselling fiction novelist Lana McAra for a joint conversation about what led to the creation of White Noise Whispers and how their unique experiences came together to birth this piece of fiction writing work.

The mutual inspiration you gain from working with a co-author can lead to #Unputdownable fiction writing your readers can’t get enough of.

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Are you fascinated by time travel?

The Shimmering is a tale of time travel that explores the love a couple has for each other and the challenges of being separated by 200 years.

In this episode, Michael L. Clark joins internationally-acclaimed bestselling fiction novelist Lana McAra to share his experiences with creating his trilogy of books about a couple separated when the protagonist accidentally discovers a gateway that sends him two hundred years back in time.

By creating mystery and drama that await your characters at the end of every turn, your readers will be pulled into the #Unputdownable secrets of your story.

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So you are going to be a publisher.

Figure out exactly what you want to do, the product you want to produce, explore your options, and make a plan.

Great – when are we getting started?

In this episode, Kat Beaulieu joins internationally-acclaimed bestselling fiction novelist Lana McAra to share his experiences with self-publishing his first work of writing, called “Owl Music”.

When you believe in what you’re doing and take a risk (but an educated one), that energy will come through and make your writing #Unputdownable.

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Sometimes, you see the word “trope” which is a cliché for character development, plot, or something that seems to happen a lot.

Tropes have their place, especially in mass fiction where they’re churning out lots of books in series and they stick to a standard formula to get the story done faster.

But do you really want your fiction writing to be just like everyone else’s?

In this episode, Lana McAra delves into the traps created by tropes and cliches and how you can avoid them.

Do you know what really makes your fiction writing #Unputdownable? When your readers don’t get 20 pages into it and can already guess how the story goes – don’t make that mistake.

Do you dream of writing a novel?

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Turn your readers into raving fans. Reveal the power of your voice and your story.

Writing is an act of courage, and you have what it takes.

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It’s great for a historical fiction writer to be meticulous in the study of historical events and facts.

But it’s critical to be able to realistically incorporate them into a fictional narrative.

In this episode, AJ Sam joins internationally-acclaimed bestselling fiction novelist Lana McAra for a deep dive into creating historical fiction, including the concept that readers to be unable to determine where the history ends and the fiction begins.

By making the past relevant to the present, then projecting it into the future, you create #Unputdownable historical fiction that your readers believe in.

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Do you write fiction with a message?

With a meaning?

For Malienna, it started off as a simple school essay where she needed to write for an assignment, but didn’t feel like ending the story there.

So she continued writing and see how far she could get.

In this episode, Malienna joins internationally-acclaimed bestselling fiction novelist Lana McAra for a concise and insightful on how this evolved into “A Lost Soul” and drove her to create an entire world you haven’t seen before.

When your fiction writing creates excitement in your readers to find out the next act, the next steps in the travel, it becomes #Unputdownable as they eagerly await the next installment.

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Angela Page has been traditionally, self, and hybrid published and is quite familiar with the pros and cons of each.

Starting out as a short story writer and playwright, she branched out into screenwriting.

Her work became intellectual property for her films and one (“Sylvia”) has even been optioned for a TV series.

In addition, she has also novelized her screenplays and been hired to adapt novels into scripts.

In this episode, Angela Page joins internationally-acclaimed bestselling fiction novelist Lana McAra for a wide-ranging and deeply informative conversation from the perspective who has pretty much seen it all and brings a perspective the versatility and viability of fiction writing you haven’t seen before – up until now.

When your fiction writing has cross-appeal across multiple platforms and a following that moves with you from one platform to the next, that’s evidence of your #Unputdownable bonafides.

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