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Welcome to a new season of the award-winning Hill Country Authors Podcast. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with authors who live in and writes up the Texas Hill Country. In this episode, Tom Fox visits John Brock, the author of ‘The Great Ice Cream War of Summer 2016 and marketing manager for Texas Tech University Press.
Brock discusses his day job at the Press, his new novella, and the inspiration behind it. He also details his writing process, which took eight years for this particular novella, highlighting the importance of persistence and creativity. They also explore the nuances of novella writing, self-publishing, and marketing strategies for new authors. The conversation explores the theme of change as a universal narrative tool and its relevance in both the context of his story and broader societal shifts. Brock also shares insights into the offerings and upcoming publications from Texas Tech University Press.
Key Highlights:
Resources:
The Great Ice Cream War of Summer 2016 on Amazon
Visit Texas Tech University Press Website
Follow John Brock on:
Substack
As a valued listener, order John Brock’s book and receive a $2.00 discount. Visit IngramSpark here.
Podcast Cover Art
Nancy Huffman Fine Art
Tom Fox
YouTube
By Tom FoxWelcome to a new season of the award-winning Hill Country Authors Podcast. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with authors who live in and writes up the Texas Hill Country. In this episode, Tom Fox visits John Brock, the author of ‘The Great Ice Cream War of Summer 2016 and marketing manager for Texas Tech University Press.
Brock discusses his day job at the Press, his new novella, and the inspiration behind it. He also details his writing process, which took eight years for this particular novella, highlighting the importance of persistence and creativity. They also explore the nuances of novella writing, self-publishing, and marketing strategies for new authors. The conversation explores the theme of change as a universal narrative tool and its relevance in both the context of his story and broader societal shifts. Brock also shares insights into the offerings and upcoming publications from Texas Tech University Press.
Key Highlights:
Resources:
The Great Ice Cream War of Summer 2016 on Amazon
Visit Texas Tech University Press Website
Follow John Brock on:
Substack
As a valued listener, order John Brock’s book and receive a $2.00 discount. Visit IngramSpark here.
Podcast Cover Art
Nancy Huffman Fine Art
Tom Fox
YouTube