Author Podcast Show

Hello, fellow listeners!

I have exciting news for 2022 and what's coming out this year from your fellow writer and podcaster: Me! I hope you're ready for some exciting books, author interviews, writing tips, and more!

Listen in as I interview author Rowan Hill and we discuss what it takes to get your flash fiction, short stories, and novelettes published in anthologies. We deep dive into the submission and payment process and how you can get started if you want to be a part of this unique experience. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the episode!

You can find Rowan Hill at:

https://www.facebook.com/WriterRowanHill

https://twitter.com/WriterRowanHill

https://www.writerrowanhill.com/

To be a part of the show, visit laureneason.com to contact me.

I was so excited to see a fun and interesting story come across my podcast! Join me with my first time reviewing a fanfiction story called The Gap Between You and I on Inkitt by fellow Inkitt author Yoongi_is_Oppa.

To see more work by them, visit their social media below:

Inkitt Profile: https://www.inkitt.com/Kakashisenpai12

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/Kakashi_is_my_dude

To be featured on my podcast either for a book review or for an author interview, please visit my website at http://www.laureneason.com/

We all may know what a plot is, but let me give you a few tips on how to outline one. Listen in as I talk about plotting and sub plotting your stories.

Nothing screams demonic more than an entity that murders people. Listen in as I review the first chapter of The Unborn Joel by Kookie, a fellow Inkitt author.

To find Kookie and their work visit the links below:

www.inkitt.com/cookiewrites27

www.instagram.com/sugarkuges_27

Want to take a deep dive into self-publishing? Listen in as I interview author Tracy Eire about her self-publishing experience, marketing techniques, and more!

Tracy Eire is the author of The Dead Set Series and Cardinal Machines Series. Check her out at the links below:

Author Website: https://www.tracyeire.site/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TracyEire

Instagram: https://instagram.com/TracyEire

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tracy.eire.writer/

The Goddess of the moon yearned for the human below. What she didn't know was her decision would shatter the realms. Join me as Will and I delve into a world of myth in Kim Appelgryn's The Silent Witness.

Find Kim Appelgryn on her social media platforms:

Inkitt.com/kimappelgryn

twitter.com/AppelgrynKim

instagram.com/appelgrynkim

If you'd like to be part of the show, visit my website at www.laureneason.com and fill out a form. I'd love to hear from you!

Can anyone be trusted? Listen in as I interview Francie about her upcoming tell-all book based on her days in a boarding school that took punishments too far. We dive into books, spirituality, and the criminal, so some topics may be triggering to listeners. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the episode!

There's something strange happening in Amory's sleepy little town. Listen in as Will and I review the first chapter from VV.C's Class Dismissed. To support the author, visit them on their Inkitt page at www.inkitt.com/viviana_chavez

To follow me on social media and Inkitt, visit my link tree at: https://linktr.ee/laureneason

To be a part of our reviews on my podcast, submit the form at:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN-SEmJkvBGBpVJB5HzLfh2YkDmR6qoLw-Mfa5sg3hZHNLRQ/viewform?usp=pp_url

Mystic Writer graces my podcast with some insightful and hard-hitting topics about writing, podcasting, and book reviews. Listen in as we talk about different aspects that influence writing and how to support fellow authors with genuine critiques.

If you'd like to follow Mystic Writer on her different platforms, visit the links below:

https://www.inkitt.com/Mystic_Writer1

https://twitter.com/MysticWriter3

https://anchor.fm/mystical-mode

https://instagram.com/mystical.mode

If you would like to be featured on my podcast or would like to follow me, visit my link tree. It will give you all the important links to my social media and inkitt platform! If you would like to have your book reviewed, click on the world symbol under my Inkitt Author Page!

https://linktr.ee/laureneason

What if the angel that was supposed to save the world was the cause of its destruction? Join Will and I as we read through another first chapter in Gabriel Garcia's Michael: Last Angel of Earth. Find this book among others at www.inkitt.com/gabriel14 and follow him on instagram at @arbiter283

If you would like your first chapter to be reviewed on my podcast, simply fill out the form at the link below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN-SEmJkvBGBpVJB5HzLfh2YkDmR6qoLw-Mfa5sg3hZHNLRQ/viewform?usp=pp_url

Join me as I chat with Gabriel Garcia, the author of Michael: Last Angel of Earth. We dive deep into the archives of history dating back centuries to places all over the globe as we talk about inspiration for his many novels. If you'd like to check out his work for yourself, find him on Inkitt at: www.inkitt.com/gabriel14

If you would like to be featured for an author interview or would like your work reviewed on my podcast, message me at lauren.eason.le@gmail.com or fill out the First Chapter Review form below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN-SEmJkvBGBpVJB5HzLfh2YkDmR6qoLw-Mfa5sg3hZHNLRQ/viewform?usp=pp_url

What would you do if everyone around you sounded like a song you recognized? Let's find out what's going on in this town in Nebraska as we dive into another review of the book I Hear You by Magnus_K.

Author Profile: https://www.inkitt.com/Magnus_K

If you would like to be reviewed on my podcast, visit my profile at inkitt.com/LadyRowan and fill out the form under the world symbol.

Join me as we talk about Kim Appelgryn's debut novel The Silent Witness. Kim goes into detail about the mythology and lore behind her story and the publishing process. Stick around because we have a lot of writing tips to give away!

Find her on Inkitt!

https://www.inkitt.com/kimappelgryn

Who doesn't like a little murder, mystery, and mayhem? Join me and my guest, Will, as we review the first chapter of the book titled "The Silver Lining" by Inkitt author, Holliefur.

Author Page: https://www.inkitt.com/holliefur

Book Link: https://www.inkitt.com/stories/thriller/665963

Listen in as I and my guest host review the first chapter of My Demon King by Shama. Get ready to be hot and bothered! This episode is explicit with sexual content and language.

Author profile: https://www.inkitt.com/Shama242 

You can read the full story at https://www.inkitt.com/stories/horror/648282?ink_source=reviews.index&ink_block=reviews&ink_page_number=&ink_metric=

I am judging your book by its cover - and so is everyone else. Having your book stand out is important if you're looking for readers. Don't let bad photoshop be the reason why your book isn't successful. Listen in as I talk about the do's and don'ts of book covers and visual art promotions.

You've written this great book and it's finally gone live! So...now what? The worst thing you can do is do nothing. You'll have to put in some legwork behind your story to have it seen by the masses. Listen in as I give you some of the tips I've learned to help market and promote yourself. (Yes, even for free.)

You've wrote a book and now you need help with editing. With research, you discover there's a whole slew of different types of editing out there. I'm here to break some of those types down and recommend which ones would be the best for your book.

What drives your character and cements them within the reader's mind? Listen in as I talk about tips on how to get your character in shape. It's time to go from flat to 3-dimensional!

Whether your characters are on a treacherous quest through mountainous terrain or a kingdom is at war with creatures that threaten their lands, one thing is certain: WORLDBUILING. Join me as I give tips on how to create their perfect world for their novel.

It's been awhile since we've chatted. Come sit down while I explain where I've been and what I'm currently working on now.

Everyone has a favorite song or artist - and we listen to them while we write. Listen in as I talk about different music genres and how the songs we listen to help mold our stories.

For my playlists to my stories on Inkitt, visit: https://www.youtube.com/user/Mercyellaful

Why do we love being scared? We know when a ghoul is about to jump out at us but it gets us. Every. Single. Time. Listen in as I talk about some common horror tropes we see in film and books.

I thought it would be fun to share some of my own writing through a podcast. I chose to read the first chapter of my new young adult thriller on Inkitt titled Every Waking Dream. You can read the story for free through my Inkitt platform at https://www.inkitt.com/LadyRowan

Halloween isn't complete without a spooky story that has withstood test and time. I hope you enjoy the reading of The Monkey's Paw by W. W. Jacobs.

Who doesn't like to read spooky stories right before going to bed? Listen in as I talk about my favorite horror and mystery authors along with their movie adaptations and computer games.

In honor of Halloween, I've decided to tell all about my personal experiences with the paranormal. I hope you all enjoy these urban legends and ghostly encounters.

We all have those moments that lead us to writing. For me, it was poetry and that seems to be a running theme among other writers. Listen in as I talk about my experience and how poetry is a catalyst for most authors.

This is a mini-episode for the people of Inkitt who are wanting to participate in a couple of writing communities. These communities offer honest feedback, reviews, and even awards!

Order up for one brooding, possessive male bodybuilder and a self-sacrificing, ordinary female. You've just ordered one steamy romance. Listen in as I talk about how these characters are taking the romance world by storm - and how they're totally overrated.

Ohmigosh! I just got an email for a contract on my book! Great...so did everyone else. Listen in as I talk about writing scams and how to spot those red flags.

So, you've gotten your first 1-star review and your life is over. Suck it up, Buttercup, because it's not over yet! Listen in as I talk about how to cope with criticism and turn that negative into a positive. 

This is the second part to my Inkitt experience where I talk about my thoughts on their writer contests and their mysterious algorithm. Listen in as I talk about my personal opinions!

Not all advice is good. Sometimes you have to sift through some of it to find the hidden gems. Listen in as I talk about some of the bad writing advice I've personally seen and researched!

Did they really just say that!? Listen in as I talk about using (and overusing) swear words in Young Adult Fiction.

What would a shapeshifting unicorn and a dragon make? I have no clue. Listen in as I talk about the creative freedom with writing hybrid characters and stress the importance of character flaws.

A brief introduction on why I've decided to start a podcast to discuss books and ideas with a little bit about me sprinkled in.