Best C M Lockhart Podcasts (2024)

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Creating Diverse Narratives in Film and Manga 49:24

8d ago49:24

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In this episode of the Written In Melanin podcast, host C. M. Lockhart speaks with guest Robbie J. Atkinson, renowned for her avant garde storytelling, about her unique approach to crafting complex characters and plots in Manga and film, the journey of entrepreneurship, and the importance of creating diverse and thought-provoking narratives. 00:00 …

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Brianna Peppins on Black representation and being a Black author in YA 43:48

29d ago43:48

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In this episode of the Written In Melanin podcast, host C. M. Lockhart speaks with guest Brianna Peppins, author of young Adult Contemporary books, about her journey as a Black and Indie author, the influence of HBCUs on her writing, challenges in book marketing for Black authors, and advice for aspiring writers. 00:00 Welcome to the Written In Mel…

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How to get indie books in bookstores 16:57

1M ago16:57

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This is part 2 of the interview with Demetrius Frazier the owner of Resist Booksellers. 00:00 Welcome to the Written In Melanin Podcast 00:20 Navigating the World of Indie Publishing 01:36 The Amazon Debate: Convenience vs. Supporting Indie Bookstores 04:15 How to Market Your Book to Bookstores and Readers 16:21 Final Thoughts and How to Support th…

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Why indie books aren't in indie bookstores interview with Demetrius Frazier of Resist Booksellers 55:48

2M ago55:48

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This a part 1 of the interview with Demetrius Frazier the owner of Resist Booksellers 00:00 Welcome to the Written In Melanin Podcast 00:22 Spotlight on Demetrius Frazier: Literacy Advocate and Entrepreneur 03:05 The Mission and Impact of Resist Booksellers 11:24 Navigating the Book Industry as an Indie Author 31:30 The Power of Support: Valuing In…

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The unsavory truth behind traditional publishing | Part 2 of the Bethany Baptiste Interview 47:26

2M ago47:26

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This is part 2 of the interview with Bethany Baptiste the author of "The Poisons We Drink"00:00 Welcome to the Written In Melanin Podcast00:22 The Journey of 'The Poisons We Drink' with Bethany Baptiste00:33 Navigating the Challenges of Traditional Publishing02:16 Bethany's Publication Rollercoaster: Delays, Misprints, and Tours12:17 The Emotional …

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From Fanfiction to Fantasy: Bethany Baptiste's Writer's Journey 45:02

2M ago45:02

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This episode of the Written In Melanin podcast features host C. M. Lockhart in conversation with Bethany Baptiste, discussing her journey as a young adult sci-fi fantasy novelist. They dive into Baptiste's book 'The Poisons We Drink', exploring its unique blend of fantasy, politics, and the power of love potions. They discuss the inspiration behind…

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Black Indie Fantasy Writing with Tatiana Obey 57:31

3M ago57:31

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This episode features a discussion with author Tatiana Obey, known for her action-packed, character-driven stories featuring diverse characters. In it, C. M. Lockhart and Tatiana discuss various themes relevant to Black and indie authors, such as the importance of visibility, the challenge of receiving and giving honest reviews, and the significanc…

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A Tale of Two Mediums | Brittney Morris on Video Games and Young Adult Fiction 39:57

3M ago39:57

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In this episode of the Written In Melanin podcast, host C.M. Lockhart chats with Brittney Morris, author of 'SLAY' and video game writer. Morris shares her journey from being inspired by the Black Panther movie to becoming a bestselling author and transitioning into video game writing, with projects like Marvel's Spider-Man. She discusses the chall…

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Writing Sapphic Fantasy and Indie Publishing with Tamara Jerée 54:11

4M ago54:11

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Written In Melanin: Spotlighting Melanated Creativity, A Conversation with Indie Author Tamara Jerée In this episode of the 'Written In Melanin' podcast, host C. M. Lockhart welcomes indie author, Tamara Jerée to discuss their experiences and writing journey, including a detailed look at their experiences with creative writing academic programs (MF…

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Exploring the Power of ChatGPT for Authors with Celeste Harte 50:07

4M ago50:07

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In this episode of the Written In Melanin podcast, C. M. Lockhart, chats with Celeste Harte, a fantasy writer and expert on ChatGPT. They delve into their experiences as Black, independent authors, highlighting the challenges, evolution, and inspirations along the journey. Discussing everything from online writing platforms, the process of world bu…

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Promoting Black Literature: A Discussion with the Hurston Wright Foundation 41:56

4M ago41:56

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In this episode of Written In Melanin podcast, host CM Lockhart speaks with special guest DeAndréa Johnson, an educator, writer and the Writing Programs Manager at the Hurston Wright Foundation. The discussion offers an in-depth introduction to the foundation, its mission, and the many resources it provides to support Black authors. Besides sharing…

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Crime Fiction, Publishing, and the Black Love Series: An Interview with Antwan Floyd Sr. 46:36

5M ago46:36

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In this episode of the Written In Melanin Podcast, host C. M. Lockhart interviews Antwan Floyd Sr., an author and publisher of Crime Fiction Media. Lockhart discusses Floyd’s journey from writing urban fiction to crime fiction, as well as the decision to establish his publishing company. Asking Floyd about his sources of inspiration, both touch on …

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Untangling Racism and Obligations in Black Horror: Conversations with Amanda B. Weaver 46:03

6M ago46:03

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In this episode of the Written In Melanin podcast, host C. M. Lockhart engages in a discussion with Amanda B. Weaver (previously published under the name "Amanda Ross"), an indie author known for her work in Indie Fantasy and Horror. They discuss representation in horror and Amanda's upcoming novel, No One's Gonna Take her Soul Away. The conversati…

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Exploring Diversity and Storytelling featuring Omari Richards Author of The Kimoni Legacy 45:13

6M ago45:13

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In this episode of the 'Written In Melanin' Podcast, host C.M. Lockhart engages in a deep and meaningful conversation with Omari Richards, a debut fantasy author. As they discuss Richards' newly published novel, 'The Kimoni Legacy', they explore the writing process, storytelling techniques, importance of diversity in literature, and the intricacies…

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Interview with E. M. Lacey, author of Song of Sin 46:20

6M ago46:20

46:20

Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. E. M. Lacey is a coffee loving author who uses caffeine to generate dark urban, dystopian, and speculative stories with diverse adult and young adult characters. She enjoys posting and collecting coffee memes, watching horror movies, anime, and reading. And when she's not nerding…

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Guest Episode w/ Dana L. Davis | Fake Famous, Voice Acting, and Writing YA 1:02:41

7M ago1:02:41

1:02:41

Dana L. Davis joins me for this episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. She is an author, actress, and voice-over artist who lives and works in Los Angeles. She has starred in Heroes, Coach Carter, Franklin & Bash, Veronica Mars, and countless other film and TV productions. A few of her animation credits include Star vs. the Forces of Evil, Crai…

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Guest Episode w/ Tatiana Obey | Sistah Samurai, short stories, and understanding genres 1:02:53

7M ago1:02:53

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Tatiana writes badass characters slaying dragons. She is the author of “A Forging of Age,” duology, and she enjoys combining action with character-driven stories that feature diverse heroes and heroines. Her debut novel, Bones to the Wind, is a 2022 BBA Award Winner and a 2022 Indie Ink Award Finalist. She once taught English in South Korea, studie…

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Guest Episode w/ Joelle Wellington | Their Vicious Games and being a debut author 55:08

8M ago55:08

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Joelle Wellington grew up in Brooklyn, New York, where her childhood was spent wandering the main branch of the Brooklyn Public Library. Her love of the written word led her to a B.A. in Creative Writing and International Studies. When she isn’t writing, she’s reading and when she’s not doing that, she’s attempting to bake bread with varying degree…

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Ep 42 | Character Development 101: Give your characters REASONS for doing things 13:27

8M ago13:27

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We're talking about character development this week y'all! Because one of the things I get asked a lot as a developmental editor, is to look at how characters are presented on the page, how they come across, and how they grow throughout the story. So, I figured I'd share some tips on how to create believable characters. Book a session with me: http…

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Interview with Jessica Cage, author of A Corruption of Gilded Ashes | Black fantasy and shared worlds 50:40

9M ago50:40

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Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Jessica Cage is an International Award Winning and USA Today Best-Selling Author of over thirty published books, host of the More Than a Plot Point Podcast, and mentor to indie authors across the world. Born and raised in Chicago, she's always been in love with writing and the ar…

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Bonus Episode w/ Aleema Omotoni | What if Shakespeare had to grow up watching Dear White People? 55:21

9M ago55:21

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Everyone's Thinking It by Aleema Omotoni Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Aleema Omotoni is a British-Nigerian author. She writes novels that center Black teens coming of age, falling in love, and navigating all kinds of contemporary and fantasy worlds. She loves musical theatre, astrophysics and rainy autumn da…

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Bonus Episode w/ Neka Marie | Debut novels and author communities 1:10:30

10M ago1:10:30

1:10:30

Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Neka Marie is a speculative fiction author with a love for sugary snacks, too many activities, and is involved with too many fandoms. She is a former army brat, "retired" martial artist, and not-so-former-or-retired horsegirl with an affinity for holding onto random bits of knowl…

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Ep 41 | Time management as a full time author 17:14

10M ago17:14

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One of the things I've very fortunate to be able to say is that I'm a full time author. It's the dream (and / or goal) for a lot of authors, but I'll be the first to warn (and admit) that working for yourself isn't the easiest thing in the world. With all the time in the world, it becomes difficult to decide how to make the most of it. So, today I'…

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Bonus Episode w/ MultiMind 1:03:15

10M ago1:03:15

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Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Today I am here with the author MultiMind. She writes books that are fairly Black, usually queer, and very much embedded in the world of Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Horror. Her short fiction has previously appeared in Nightlight Podcast. Her works include Dreamer, Kinetics and The Glassman…

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Ep 40 | Unpopular Opinions: Judge books by their covers and DNF them often 23:33

11M ago23:33

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I was talking with someone recently, and they brought up the idea of judging a book by its cover. And we've all been warned against doing that but, as I've spent more time in this publishing world, I've learned that I disagree with that statement. As controversial as it may sound, I think you should judge a book by its cover and, when necessary, I …

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Bonus Episode w/ Celeste Harte | ChatGPT is a tool writers should be using 52:46

11M ago52:46

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Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Today I am here with the author Celeste Harte, who is out here making worlds and taking names. She writes books, does professional illustrating under her alter ego, Becky Brown, and even makes video games. Today, she joins me on the podcast to discuss a controversial topic in the…

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Ep 39 | Indie Authoring 101: Publishing with Amazon and Ingramspark 27:50

12M ago27:50

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I asked you guys what you'd prefer the next episode of the podcast to be about and y'all chose to break down the differences between Amazon and IngramSpark, so that's what we're here to discuss! It's a question that a lot of authors ask, so I'll tell you guys what I know. But the short answer is this: you need both. Sponsored book: https://melaninl…

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Ep 38 | This is why I've rewritten my entire book at least three times 28:11

1y ago28:11

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Welcome to episode #38. Lately, I've been focused on my own writing and a large part of that for me right now is rewrites. It's the bane of many writer's existence -- why can't our first drafts just be perfect? But, the reality of it is that writing is, essentially, rewriting. But it can also lead down a rabbit hole of never completing a work. So, …

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Bonus Episode w/ Michael LaBorn | How booktok influencers are changing the publishing industry for indie authors 55:35

1y ago55:35

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Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Today I am here with Michael LaBorn! He is an author, publisher, bookish content creator, and internet thorn in the side of major publishing companies. You may know him from TikTok (that's where our paths crossed!), or from his monthly indie book subscription box, which he uses t…

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Ep 37 + Ben | How to differentiate useful beta reader feedback from opinions 27:20

1y ago27:20

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Welcome to episode #37. I asked on the internet if y'all wanted to know why I had to fire my editor or if y'all wanted me to break down how to differentiate feedback on your story, and y'all chose the topic of feedback! So, here we are. Let's discuss how you can separate your beta reader feedback into useful criticism vs. a reader's personal taste.…

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Bonus Episode w/ Liselle Sambury | Writing Delicious Monsters, a psychological thriller for young adults 1:01:05

1y ago1:01:05

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Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast! Today I am here with Liselle Sambury. She is the author of Blood Like Magic, Blood Like Fate, and the recently released Delicious Monsters. Her work spans multiple genres from fantasy to sci-fi to horror and more. She also a successful YouTuber, sharing helpful tips for upcoming …

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Episode 36 | What is a Primary Feedback Provider and how does it make your author journey easier? 29:16

1+ y ago29:16

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Welcome to episode #36. I talk about my husband, Ben, all the time and how he is my Primary Feedback Provider (PFP) and a vital part of my author journey. So, in this episode, he joins me on the podcast to talk about what that means, how to find a PFP for yourself, and the rules we have in place to make sure this aspect of our relationship works. S…

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Bonus Episode w/ Audra Russell | Oprah Stole Her Idea! 56:41

1+ y ago56:41

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Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Today, I am here with Audra Russell. A native Jersey girl living in Maryland, she is a blogger, freelance writer, podcaster and published author. Inspired by the late Gil Noble and his television program, Like It Is, in 2020 her search for fiction books by Black authors led her t…

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Episode 35 | 3 Uncommon Tips for Self-Publishing a Book 23:23

1+ y ago23:23

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Welcome to episode #35. Since I'm in the midst of my own publishing journey with Book 2 of my Wrath of the Gods series, I figured I'd share a few of my tips for self-publishing your books. These are going to be my less common tips — the things that help but no one ever really talks about. - Welcome to the Sick Mind of a Sane Person (melaninlibrary.…

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Bonus Episode w/ Antoine Bandele | Let's talk Black fantasy and sequels 45:40

1+ y ago45:40

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Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Today, I am here with Antoine Bandele. He is an author who lives in Los Angeles, CA with his girlfriend and cat. He is also a YouTuber, producing work for his channel “Antoine Bandele”, an audiobook engineer, and a publisher. Whenever he has the time, he’s writing books inspired …

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Episode 34 | Discover Your Productivity as an Indie Author 27:01

1+ y ago27:01

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We have officially crossed the threshold into 2023. And since the new year brings us a fresh 365 days to work with, it generally comes with new resolutions for a lot of people as well -- especially writers. So, if you've decided that this year is the year that you're going to write your book, then now would be a good time to discover -- or Rediscov…

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Bonus Episode with Akindele and Nadine Decker! 36:26

1+ y ago36:26

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Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Today, I am here with Akindele and Nadine Decker. Akindele is a poet, writer, and historian, while Nadine works for a charity and is studying for her Masters of Science in Organizational Psychology. Together, they have written two children's books that preserve the folktales of t…

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Episode 33 | What Success Looks Like as an Indie Author 31:38

1+ y ago31:38

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Welcome to episode #33 If you follow me on TikTok then you'll know that I asked the question: what does success look like for you? It's something that my author friends and I discuss all the time and it's something that I always recommend my clients define for themselves. So, let's talk about it. What does success look like as an indie author? - Th…

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Bonus Episode w/ Sheldon Theragood 44:03

1+ y ago44:03

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Today, I am here with Sheldon Theragood, the author of "Whatever It Takes, Walking Through God's Purpose". After realizing that playing basketball on the collegiate and professional levels was not in God's plan for him, he went on to become a police officer, youth mentor, and advocate. He encourages young people to set goals in their lives, have a …

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Episode 32 | Character Development 101: How to make your characters DIFFERENT 23:33

1+ y ago23:33

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In episode 31 I shared with you guys a few tips I had on giving characters, CHARACTER so that they feel real to the reader. I was planning to move on to a different topic for this week's episode, but since I can't stop thinking about it, let's talk some more about it lol. Here are some of my favorite tips on how to differentiate your characters in …

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Bonus Episode w/ Joya Goffney | YA Romance, Trad publishing, and Confessions 37:05

1+ y ago37:05

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Today, I am here with Joya Goffney. She is an author from New Waverly, a small town in East Texas. In high school, she challenged herself with to-do lists full of risk-taking items like ‘hug a random boy’ and ‘eat a cricket,’ which later became the inspiration behind her debut novel, Excuse Me While I Ugly Cry. With a passion for Black social psych…

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Episode 31 | Character Development 101: How to give characters, CHARACTER 26:54

1+ y ago26:54

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As writers, we are tasked with creating worlds from nothing and that can be overwhelming. In the midst of creating worlds, lore, locations, and cultures, it can be easy to let the characters who live in them become an afterthought. But, they are the heart of the story and it's imperative that they feel real to the reader. So, today, I'm sharing wha…

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Bonus Episode w/ Morgan Lee | Being an author in a public space 39:46

1+ y ago39:46

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Today, I'm here with Morgan Lee, a multi-genre indie author. Her book, Seed Among the Thorns, is the first book in her young adult dark fantasy trilogy. A lover of imaginary worlds, the smell of ink on a page, and spinning in the wind, Morgan has been writing since the age of six and has always dreamed of being an author. You can always find her on…

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Episode 30 | Give yourself time: Gentle reminders on your author journey 22:00

2y ago22:00

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Welcome to episode #30. Complete transparency here: today's episode was going to be on a completely different topic. But, it was heavy on my mind to talk about time and being patient with yourself and your process, so here we are. - Links: https://WrittenInMelanin.com/links Purchase We Are the Origin: https://payhip.com/b/osSWm Support Chelsea and …

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Bonus Episode w/ Jennifer Bush-Harris | Have You Done the Reading? 46:51

2y ago46:51

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Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Today, I'm here with the amazingly talented Jennifer Bush-Harris. She is a blogger and an indie author from St. Louis, Missouri. An alumni of University of Missouri-St. Louis, and the mother of 2 teenage daughters. She is currently compiling her portfolio to pursue her MFA, and w…

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Episode 29 | Worldbuilding 101: Where to start? 28:51

2y ago28:51

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Welcome to episode #29. One of the things that I absolutely love about writing fantasy is that you get to create the world. You can imagine a world that is whatever you want it to be, and for me, that is so fun. I'm not going to claim to be a master, but I am incredibly proud of the world I built for my own fantasy novel, We Are the Origin. So, tod…

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Episode 28 | Things I like to see in books 📚 33:55

2y ago33:55

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Welcome to episode #28. So, one of the things I always try to make clear on the podcast and my platforms, in general, is that while I love books, I love writing, I love the written word in general, I don't read as much as I used to. It's not necessarily something I'm either proud or ashamed of -- it's just a fact of my current life. I love to read,…

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Episode 27 | Things to keep in mind when looking for a cover artist 🧑🏾‍🎨 27:08

2y ago27:08

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Welcome to episode #27. I get complimented on my cover art all the time (shout out to my cover artist Rebecca Brown!) and in my personal chats the topic of cover art comes up frequently. So, I'm here to share what I know about them and I a few things I think you should keep in mind when looking for one. - Links: https://WrittenInMelanin.com/links P…

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Episode 26 | Be authentic and attract your author fam 😎 22:26

2y ago22:26

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Welcome to episode #26. One of the hardest things to do as an author is to network with strangers on the internet who do the same thing you do. For a lot of us, we are introverts. At the very least, even if you're not an introvert, it can be intimidating trying to find the right community of people who will support and show up for you. So, today, I…

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Episode 25 | Representation is about more than skin color ✌🏾 20:08

2y ago20:08

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Welcome to episode #25. In this big old year of 2022 we still have to have discussions about representation, inclusion, and why it's so important. Probably now more than ever before. Because some people don't get it. Or they're pretending like they don’t. So, today we're going to talk about it. And I'm going to be as honest and straightforward as I…

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