The Hope Prose Podcast

In today’s episode of Hope Prose, Allison Pittman, author of PUDGE AND PREJUDICE, joins Rebekah and Tara in a heartfelt discussion about true beauty, body image, how she balances being a full-time teacher and write books, what inspired her to write a Jane Austen retelling set in the 80’s, and why it’s important to write books for YOU, not the market. 

Filled with laughter and Texan personality, this is an episode you won’t want to miss! 

Due to character limitations, please find a full version of our show notes and links on our website at: https://www.tarakross.com/podcast-1

Allison’s book PUDGE AND PREJUDICE can be purchased from your local independent bookstore or online from the Hope Prose Podcast bookshop.org store (benefiting indie bookstores) at:

 https://bookshop.org/a/56741/9780800739355

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Welcome back to Hope Prose! In this episode, CBA bestselling author Susie Finkbeiner of THE MANNER OF ALL THINGS, THE STORIES THAT BIND US, and THE NATURE OF SMALL BIRDS, joins Tara and Rebekah in the studio. 

Together, they talk about the joys and trials of writing more recent historical fiction, the role birds play in her novel THE NATURE OF SMALL BIRDS, her search to accurately and gently portray adoption in fiction, and the story behind her STUNNING covers. 

Due to character limitations, please find a full version of our show notes and links on our website at: https://www.tarakross.com/podcast-1

Susie’s book THE NATURE OF SMALL BIRDS can be purchased from your local independent bookstore or online from the Hope Prose Podcast bookshop.org store (benefiting indie bookstores) at:

https://bookshop.org/a/56741/9780800739355

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You asked and we delivered! In today’s episode, Marissa Meyer stops by the studio to chat about her newest release GILDED, a haunting retelling perfect for the fall season! 

Listen in as she talks to Tara and Bekah about her world-building process, how she tackles imposter syndrome, balancing home life and work, and her top tips for writers’ getting ready to query agents. 

Enjoy! 

Due to character limitations, please find a full version of our show notes and links on our website at: https://www.tarakross.com/podcast-1

Marissa’s book GILDED can be purchased from your local independent bookstore or online from the Hope Prose Podcast bookshop.org store (benefiting indie bookstores) at: 

https://bookshop.org/shop/thehopeprosepod 

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On this episode of Hope Prose, Rebekah and Tara sit down with the uber-talented Olivia Smit, author and editor, to talk about all things drafting, editing, revisions, and how to move through each stage with ease. 

Allow Olivia to walk you through key things you should have in place before starting your novel, how to write your book quickly, editing tips on common problems beginner writers face and how to avoid them, plus advice on how to find CP’s and critique groups. 

Enjoy! 

Due to character limitations, please find a full version of our show notes and links on our website at: https://www.tarakross.com/podcast-1

Olivia's book can be purchased from your local independent bookstore or online from the Hope Prose Podcast bookshop.org store (benefiting indie bookstores) at: https://bookshop.org/a/56741/9781941720479 

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In today’s episode, USA Today Bestselling author, Lauren K. Denton, stops by the show to chat about her latest release THE ONE YOU’RE WITH and all things Southern fiction! Listen as she takes Tara and Bekah back to where it all started, gives advice on writing messy characters, and her tips for overcoming imposter syndrome. 

Enjoy! 


- Lauren’s book can be purchased from your local independent bookstore or online from the Hope Prose Podcast bookshop.org store (benefiting indie bookstores) at: https://bookshop.org/shop/thehopeprosepod 


- Due to character limitations, please find a full version of our show notes and links on our website at: https://www.tarakross.com/podcast-1

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 On this episode of Hope Prose, Rebekah and Tara kick off a brand new season with New York Times Bestselling author, Melanie Dickerson. Listen as they chat about her newest release A PERILOUS PLAN, the first book of her new series: IMPERILED YOUNG WIDOWS and what makes a good romance, how she keeps all her characters straight, the in’s and out’s of writing a series, and how she keeps her writing fresh over the course of 20+ books. 

Enjoy! 

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On the last episode of Season Two, Tara and Bekah sit down to reminisce about their favorite guests and episodes of the year, the best advice they’ve received from the authors who've chatted with them, tease Season Three, and get you excited about all the fun things yet to come. 

Stay well, happy, and tuned in.

We’ll see you here next season! 

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C.R. Stewart joins Rebekah and Tara in an almost hour-long discussion about his Britfield series for middle-grade through YA, education, and the alarming decline of creativity in our youth. 

Born in Newport Beach, California, C. R. Stewart has 20 years of experience in writing fiction, non-fiction, and screenplays. He is an award-winning, bestselling author, creativity specialist, international consultant, and prolific writer. 

Enjoy! 

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In today’s episode, Tara and Rebekah gab with Carol Award-winning and best-selling author, Lindsay Franklin! 

Lindsay is a native San Diegan who lives with her scruffy-looking nerf-herder husband, their precious geeklings, and three demanding thunder pillows (a.k.a. cats), and a stuffed marsupial named Wombatman. Listen in as Lindsay takes them behind the scenes of her querying journey, how the Story Peddler Series came to be, how she fights to balance chronic illness and work, as well as what’s next for her down the road. 

Enjoy!


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Today, Tara and Rebekah interview Amy Michelle Carpenter, YA Sci-fi and fantasy author of the book BECOMING HUMAN.

Listen as they discuss the highs and lows of writing sci-fi, tackling more than two POVs in a book, how to world-build like a pro, and her tips for authors wanting to get published either by a small press or traditionally.

Enjoy! 

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