Welcome to the Art In Fiction Podcast!

In this Bonus episode, I've compiled advice from nine of the authors interviewed in Season 1 of the podcast. You'll learn five smart tips from Syrie James, Barbara Linn Probst, Maggie Humm, Stephanie Storey, Jeanne Mackin, Stephanie Cowell, Helaine Mario, Barbara Quick, and Patricia Morrisroe.

Highlights:

Tip #1: Write what you love to read

• Syrie James and Barbara Linn Probst talk about writing and reading what excites you.

Tip #2: Find a mentor

• Maggie Humm shares her experience with writing courses and working with a mentor.

Tip #3: Trust your gut

• Stephanie Storey talks about trusting your gut.
• Jeanne Mackin discusses what to do about that editor in your head.
• Stephanie Cowell reminds authors to stay true to their vision.

Tip #4: Develop a thick skin and a sense of humor

• Helaine Mario recommends staying true to the story you want to tell.

Tip #5: Write for the love of it

• Barbara Quick and Patricia Morrisroe talk about making a living as a novelist.

Press Play now and be sure to explore www.artinfiction.com to find novels by our featured authors.

Syrie James: https://www.syriejames.com Barbara Linn Probst: https://www.barbaralinnprobst.com/ Maggie Humm: http://www.maggiehumm.net/
Stephanie Storey: https://stephaniestorey.com/
Jeanne Mackin: https://www.jeannemackin.com/
Stephanie Cowell: http://www.stephaniecowell.com/ Helaine Mario: https://helainemario.com/ Barbara Quick: https://www.barbaraquick.com/ Patricia Morrisroe: https://patriciamorrisroe.com/

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Music Credits
Intro music: Symbolist Waltz from the album Alive in Seattle
Ad music: The Feverfrom the album Full Moon.
Composer: Gregg Simpson, performed by Lunar Adventures.

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