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Author Alex Grass stops by to discuss horror in short stories, the kinds of horror that can be streamlined instead of a full novel, and his secret way to create a fear-inducing ending in the first episode of the new bi-weekly schedule for the Writing and Editing podcast!

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Find out more about Alex and his upcoming appearances here:
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Author and educator Lynn Austin discusses how she approached writing friendships at the core of her book, The Lumber Baron’s Wife, and how these friendships can empower us to be our true selves while also challenging us to grow every day.

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Learn more about Lynn's author journey here:
https://lynnaustin.org/about-lynn-austin/

Peruse her latest line up of books:
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Author Tamera Alexander stops by to take a peek behind curtain of the real courage within the women's suffrage movement, how she was able to translate it into a story, and how this continues to impact us today.

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Find out more about Tamera on her website:
https://tameraalexander.com/

Check out her catalogue of books:
https://tameraalexander.com/books

Follow more of Tamera's writing journey on her socials:
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Mountaineer, adventurer, and author Tom French discusses how he transformed his life experiences into a thrilling memoir, giving tips and behind-the-scenes knowledge on how you can do the same.

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Learn more about Tom's fascinating adventures on his website:
https://tomfrenchauthor.com/

Discover everything with your own copy of The Gap Years:
https://tomfrenchauthor.com/books/the-gap-years/

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Psychiatrist, author, and speaker Justin C. Key stops in to discuss world building for near-future science fiction stories, as well as what the increasing use of AI means for sci-fi novelists and the rest of the world alike.

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Find more of Justin's insights on his website:
https://www.justinckey.com/

Grab your own copy of his latest gripping collection, The World Wasn't Ready For You:
https://www.justinckey.com/my-work

Continue your sci-fi deep dive on Justin's socials:
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Author J.A. Merkel is on this week to discuss using AI in storytelling, why it has more drawbacks than benefits, and the secret ingredient that AI-generated stories are missing compared to their human-made counterparts.

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Learn more about J.A.'s own story on his website:
https://jamerkel.com/about-ja-merkel/

Get your copy of The Forth Portal and his other riveting stories here:
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Artist, illustrator, and art director Emil Wilson is here this week to discuss the beauty of graphic novels, the fickleness of memory, and to pass on wisdom that could help change your perspective to achieve your goals.

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Peruse Emil's website and check out his comics:
https://emilwilsonart.com/

Check out some of his other illustration work and preorder a copy of The Nightingales:
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Author and public speaker Stephanie Mack stops by to talk about her latest novel, Twenty Something Else, how she was able to explore her main character's past while also experiencing personal growth in the present, and why weaving together these elements made her story stronger.

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Check out Stephanie's website:
https://www.stephaniemack.com/

See what the buzz is about with your own copy of Twenty Something Else:
https://www.stephaniemack.com/books

Read her article in People:
https://people.com/stephanie-mack-married-21-now-40-love-essay-exclusive-11991592

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Historian, author, and returning guest Roseanna White is back to discuss having main characters who don't follow the usual hero archetype while also sharing an intriguing insight into the history of espionage.

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Stop by Roseanna's website:
https://www.roseannamwhite.com/

Find your next read in her catalogue:
https://www.roseannamwhite.com/books

Learn all sorts of fascinating history from Roseanna's socials:
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Author Jenelle Hovde returns to discuss her newest book, The Light of Stars, the tropes of forced proximity and arranged marriage, and why these unlikely romances make our hearts flutter.

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Win a copy of the freshly released The Light of Stars (paperback for U.S. participants and Kindle format for international entries) as well as some art prints!

To enter, message Jennia or Jenelle about the giveaway on your preferred platform within a week of this episode airing! They will choose the winner who will receive these can't-miss prizes!

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Check out Jenelle's website:
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