WriterCon

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Brad Parks, award-winning and bestselling author of many mysteries and thrillers, including his latest novel, Unthinkable.

Chapter 1: Intro
Consider attending WriterCon, our annual writers conference held over Labor Day weekend, September 3-6. This year’s conference will be the biggest yet, with more speakers, agents, and editors. Even if you can’t come to OKC in person, you can stream the entire conference, and all sessions will be available to guests online for a month after the conference. www.writercon.org

Chapter 2: News
a) Amazon makes A+ advertising content available to everyone;
b) Ingram says hardcover sales have sharply increased;
c) Kensington launches a new cozy mystery line;
d) Draft2Digital adds a poetry template; and
e) The US Department of Labor says people are reading 21% more.

Chapter 3: Interview
Bernhardt interviews Bard Parks, bestselling thriller author. Parks talks about:
a) how to flex the writing muscle;
b) why you should write every day;
c) productivity secrets he has learned;
d) how to come up with great ideas; and
e) seeing LeBron James naked.

Chapter 4: Parting Words
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Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Barry Friedman, stand-up comedian and author of several books, including The Joke Was One Me.

Chapter 1: Introduction
Come to WriterCon, our annual writers conference held over Labor Day weekend, September 3-6. This year’s conference will be the biggest yet, with more speakers, agents, and editors than we’ve ever had before. Remember, even if you can’t come to OKC in person, you can stream the entire program, and all sessions will be available to registered guests online for a month after the conference. You can attend over 80 sessions, meet privately with agents and editors, enter contests, and much more. www.writercon.org

Chapter 2: News
a) The Amazon Vella platform for serialized stories has launched—and William Bernhardt has a story on it called The Idea Man. https://amazon.com/The-Idea-Man/dp/B09466545V/
b) Storyville Gardens is looking for investors, and
c) Amazon cracks down on Chinese sellers violating rules prohibiting review manipulation.

Chapter 3: Interview
Bernhardt interviews Barry Friedman, comic and author of a collection of humorous essays, The Joke Was On Me, a memoir, Four Days and a Year Later, and other books. Friedman discusses:
a) his writing process,
b) why you should write stuff you don't care about,
c) how to find emotional truth,
d) how to know when you're ready to publish,
and much more.

Chapter 4: Parting Words
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Bestselling author William Bernhardt offers writing tips and interviews Tess Gerritsen and Gary Braver, authors of the #1 bestselling thriller Choose Me.

Chapter 1: Introduction
Don't forget to register for WriterCon, the annual writers conference hosted by Bernhardt taking place over Labor Day weekend, September 3-6. We have over 60 presenters, writers, agents, publishers, and more attending. You can pitch, meet with people informally, have lunch with speakers, enter contests, and much more. Take your writing career to the next level! Visit: www.writercon.org

Chapter 2: Interview with Tess Gerritsen and Gary Braver
In this interview Tess and Gary discuss:
1) how this new novel came to be;
2) how two bestselling authors with numerous solo novels managed to collaborate;
3) how to find your voice;
4) how to read like a writer;
5) where great ideas come from;
6) whether to outline;
and much more!

Chapter 3: Parting Words
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Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Sarah Loudin Thomas, author of Where Silence Sings and other inspirational novels set in the history and culture of Appalachia.

Chapter 1: Introduction
Register now for WriterCon, William Bernhardt's annual writers conference held over Labor Day weekend (September 3-6). Over 60 authors, agents, publishers, and experts will be presenting. Visit the website to learn more about the unique opportunities at WriterCon to improve your writing life: www.writercon.org

Chapter 2: News
a) Erin Hildebrand handles an internet storm over an Anne Frank reference in her latest novel;
b) McGraw Hill was acquired by a private equity firm;
c) Astra adds a new children's book line; and
d) Draft2Digital increases distribution to libraries with BorrowBox.

Chapter 3: Interview
Award-winning inspirational and historical novelist Sarah Loudin Thomas discusses:
a) her writing process;
b) where she gets ideas and how she develops them;
c) why walking the dog is critical to her writing;
d) how she researches the past; and
e) why she has chosen Appalachia as the setting for her novels.

Chapter 4: Parting Words
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Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Sharon Jenkins, the Inspirational Principal for The Master Communicator’s Writing Services.

Chapter 2: Introduction
Register now for WriterCon, Bernhardt's annual writing conference held over Labor Day weekend. Use promo code RSW to reduce the price by $50.00 (good till June 20).

Check out Bernhardt's new novel, Splitsville.

Chapter 2: News
a) Amazon begins distributing titles to libraries,
b) Simon & Schuster sponsors a writing contest with a book deal prize, and
c) Curious Fictions creates a "Patreon" site specializing in books and authors.

Chapter 3: Interview with Sharon Jenkins
Known as "the Master Communicator," Jenkins specializes in helping authors find effective and manageable ways to market their work. In this interview, you will learn how to:

a) find your social media niche,
b) make and use a vision board,
c) start thinking about marketing early,
d) find an audience, and
e) let your personality shine.

Chapter 4: Parting Shots
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Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Phillip Margolin, New York Times-bestselling author of more than thirty novels, including Gone But Not Forgotten.

Chapter 1: Introduction
William Bernhardt's latest thriller, Splitsville, is now on sale.
https://amzn.to/3fTfd31

Chapter 2: News
a) Google uses AI "auto-voice" to record audiobooks
b) Simon & Schuster adds Simon Element nonfiction line
c) New York Times stirs up controversy over book sales
d) Amazon KDP will add print-on-demand hardcovers

Chapter 3: Interview with Phillip Margolin
In this interview, this New York Times-bestselling author discusses
a) his writing process
b) why he outlines
c) how he got published and found an agent
d) seeing his books adapted to film, and
e) where he gets his ideas

Chapter 4: Parting Words
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Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Kaira Rouda, author of the critically acclaimed thriller, The Next Wife.

Chapter 1: Introduction
William Bernhardt's new legal thriller Splitsville, can now be ordered!
https://amzn.to/3fpPNcS

Chapter 2: News
a) Harper's acquisition of Houghton Mifflin's trade line is completed.
b) Facebook and Twitter are breaking into audio chat.
c) Bookwire is creating a dedicated forum for book-related NFTs.
d) Scammers create fake audiobooks for profit.
e) Amazon removes billions of fake listings.
f) Talkia creates an "almost real" AI voice.
g) Studies indicate readers are more successful at romance.

Chapter 3: Interview
Kaira Rouda, author of ten books, including The Next Wife, discusses:
a) her path to current major success,
b) her writing process,
c) how she found an agent,
d) why she's a pantser,
5) why she's written so many different genres,
and much more.

Chapter 4: Parting Words
Don't wait to register for WriterCon!
www.writercon.org
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Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Lisa Scottoline, New York Times-bestselling author of over thirty novels, including her recent historical novel, Eternal.

Chapter 1: Introduction
Bernhardt's new legal thriller, Splitsville, is now available for pre-order:
https://t.co/X2XISvW4KZ?amp=1

Chapter 2: News
a) Email Scammers Target Book Prizes
https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/16/books/phishing-book-prizes.html?campaign_id=2&emc=edit_th_20210419&instance_id=29404&nl=todaysheadlines®i_id=908528&segment_id=55850&user_id=5d32313370626d6edf293584cfeda494
b) China Literature is Challenging Amazon
https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3127790/tencents-china-literature-wants-woo-100000-american-and-canadian
c) Studies Indicate Reading Increases Lifespan
https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-reading-books?fbclid=IwAR2n77AcfyWNdEDFefbF_Tu1DcKmabOLWsp160xFlbq_x0xtHVns2VcINi0

Chapter 3: Interview with Lisa Scottoline
In the interview, Lisa discusses:
a) How to Protect Your Candle,
b) The Importance of a Writing Routine,
c) Shifting Genres,
d) Innovative Book Marketing,
and much more.

Chapter 4: Parting Words
Check out Splitsville: https://t.co/X2XISvW4KZ?amp=1
Our guest on the next episode will be Sharon Jenkins, CEO of McWriting Services, on book marketing strategies you should be considering before and while you write the book.
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Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Jacquelyn Mitchard, author of The Deep End of the Ocean, the inaugural selection of Oprah's Book Club, later made into a film with Michelle Pfeiffer, and many other novels.

Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: News
a) Amazon launches Vella for self-publishing serialized fiction
https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/GR2L4AHPMQ44HNQ7
b) Harper Collins buys Houghton Mifflin
https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/29/business/media/harpercollins-houghton-mifflin-harcourt.html
c) Pew Research finds YouTube the most popular social media platform
d) Clubhouse allows direct payments to authors
e) ProWritingAid hosts Crime Writers Week
f) Register your username on the new Likewise rating app.

Chapter 3: Interview with Jacquelyn Mitchard
This bestselling author discusses
a) how to find the courage to write
b) the Oprah Book Club experience
c) seeing her novels adapted to film
d) finding a writing routine that works
e) overcoming social anxiety
and much more.

Chapter 4: Parting Words
a) William Bernhardt is presenting talks on great mystery novels at Context Learning
https://www.contextlearning.com/products/scene-crime-course?_pos=4&_psq=william-bernhardt&_ss=e&_v=1.0
b) Register for Bernhardt's summer writing retreat in Eureka Spring July 7-11
https://williambernhardt.com/writing-retreats/

Remember Red Sneaker Writers—you cannot fail if you refuse to quit.

www.williambernhardt.com
[email protected]

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews William Martin, New York Times-bestselling author of Bound for Gold and many other wonderful historical novels.

Chapter 1: Introduction

Chapter 2: News
a) TikTok's channel #BookTok spurs major book sales
https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/20/books/booktok-tiktok-video.html

b) BookClub.com invites you to find writers for your book club discussions
https://www.bookclub.com

c) Fan fiction is sold on Etsy with elegant bindings
https://www.theverge.com/22311788/fanfiction-bookbinding-tiktok-diy-star-wars-harry-potter-twitter-fandom

d) Amazon and the Big Five publishers are sued for alleged price-fixing
https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210325005940/en/Hagens-Berman-Booksellers-Sue-Amazon-and-Big-Five-Publishers-for-Alleged-Monopoly-Price-Fixing-the-U.S.-Print-Book-Market

e) Stephen King turns his home into a writers retreat
https://www.lonelyplanet.com/articles/stephen-king-house-writer-retreat?fbclid=IwAR3UzJ9eZqOBVUQLWax5i-tp_cp1LYATZBrHW5CpitN49OOqt-EZHQbnII0

Chapter 3: Interview
Bestselling author William Marin shares the lessons he has learned during his four-decade career as a professional author. You will learn:
a) The one work a writer needs to keep in mind
b) The importance of a good editor
c) How to make the most of opportunity, and
d) What the day of a pro writer looks like.

Chapter 4: Parting Words
William Bernhardt will present a series of online talks on literary topics through Context Learning. Everyone is invited to watch live, or to watch a recorded version during the following week.

April 4-Jane Austen: The Cult of the Janeites
https://www.contextlearning.com/products/jane-austen-janeites

April 11-The History of the Mystery: Sherlock Holmes, Lupin, and Co
https://www.contextlearning.com/products/sherlock-arsene-mystery

The next guest on this podcast will be NYT-bestselling author Jacqueline Mitchard, author of The End of the Ocean, the first-ever Oprah's Book Club selection.

Keep writing!
William Bernhardt
www.williambernhardt.com
[email protected]