Between the Lines: Recent Episodes
Sarah M. Eden, Traci Hunter Abramson, Esther Hatch and Sian Ann Bessey
Fiction Podcast led by award-winning and best-selling fiction authors, Sarah M. Eden, Traci Hunter Abramson, Esther Hatch and Sian Ann Bessey. Between the Lines: The Inside Scoop for Adoring Fans and Aspiring Authors.
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How does writer's block impact these authors? And, more importantly, how do they get past it?
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One of the most important aspects of writing is "voice" but what is it? On this episode, the hosts will talk about the elusive definition of what voice is in regard to writing and how it can impact an author gaining the attention of agents, publishers, and readers.
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In this month's bonus game episode, Sarah takes us back to one of her favorite games: Storymatic. Join along as the hosts have to come up with a story premise on the spot with only three elements to start with.
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We all have characters we love, but what makes them so memorable. On this episode, our hosts will dive into the how they connect with their characters and help readers to do the same.
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Have you ever wondered how audiobooks get made? This episode features audiobook narrator Nancy Peterson, who shares the ins and outs of what it takes to record a book and even shares some of her favorite accents.
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How decisive are you? It took the four of us over two hours to decide what to wear for a recent book signing. We may need help...
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Do authors remember everything they wrote? In this episode, our share how sometimes a simple question from a reader can be much more complex than anticipated.
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It's a fifth-Wednesday game episode, and Sarah has another goofy game up her sleeve. Join in, play along, and see if you're any better at it than the Between the Lines ladies are!
From publishing a first book to reaching professional milestones, in this episode we discuss how we measure success in this crazy world of publishing.
All the Between the Lines ladies write books with romance, swoony love stories, and ample romantic awkwardness. Are they drawing from real life? In today's episode, Sarah digs into the ladies' real-life love stories!
Esther leaves on a trip without her co-hosts, so Sarah, Traci, and Sian spend the podcast talking about some of their most memorable travels--from the unexpectedly wonderful surprises to their hilariously disastrous adventures.
If you've always wanted to know what goes into making a book cover, don't miss this episode! Special guest, Christina Marcano, gives us all the inside scoop.
Writing rules are always changing. In this episodes, Traci leads the discussion on what the rules are and when breaking them is not only okay, but it's also a good idea.
The only thing we can plan on is change, right? Special guest Sarah L. McConkie joins us today as we talk about embracing the good in change.
Kissing Scenes: the best part to write or sheer torture? The Between the Lines ladies have very strong and differing feelings about these crucial and tricky scenes. Join us for a hilarious and ridiculous discussion of this listener-favorite topic.
Join in as Sarah leads the ladies through laughter-filled game of "Would You Rather? - Author Edition"
Did you know it was a marketer from our publishing house that decided we needed to make this podcast? Today we invite Amy Parker on to the show to give us some marketing insights and see if she regrets ever coming up with the hare-brained idea of Between the Lines.
Join our hosts as they reflect on their highs and lows from 2023, and find out what they have in store for the year to come.
Making connections in the writing world can be daunting. Dani Pettrey joins us to share ideas on how it can be done.
On today's bonus fifth-Wednesday episode, Sarah quotes from various books written by the Between the Lines ladies to see if her co-hosts can recognize each other's writing, or, more challenging still, recognize their own!
Today we talk about the ups and downs, pluses and minuses, and the sometimes complicated process of authors writing a book together. Joining the discussion is acclaimed writer Jolene Perry!
Award-winning author and writing instructor Steven James joins us for this episode of Between the Lines. Join us to hear about his writing journey and soak up some of his wisdom in how the writing world works.
You know the Between the Lines ladies now, but what were they like as kids? Sarah's asking the tough questions this week, and the ladies are providing the hilarious childhood anecdotes!
The Between the Lines ladies are joined today by Jake Stormoen and Ryann Bailey, actors with extensive experience in film, television, and theater to talk about acting, making films, and that ever-so-tricky endeavor: adapting books for the big screen!
In this episode, Traci leads the discusson about how authors really feel about book signings and author events, and what readers can expect if they attend one.
What are the most important characteristics of a romantic hero? Are your top traits the same as ours?
In this bonus fifth-Wednesday GAME episode, Sarah peppers the other ladies with one question after another, requiring quick thinking, quick answers, and leading to a whole lot of laughter.
How do authors choose what to write? In this episode, our hosts will chat about their chosen genres and how they ended up writing in them.
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a bookstagrammer? This week, we have some wonderful guest who have the answers.
Summertime means reading time! We are letting you in on the secret of our children’s favorite books.
It's the start of Season Three of Between the Lines! We're looking back, looking ahead, and laughing all the way into year three!
Can you guess the character traits we most enjoy including in our books? Listen in to this week’s episode to find out.
Summer is here, and today we're talking about what makes a great summer read and which books we're excited about.
The Debut Novel: Guest author Amanda Taylor joins Between the Lines as we discuss the highs and lows of putting your first book out into the world.
On today's episode, Sarah leads the discussion about the Between the Lines ladies' reading preferences, unforgiveable reader misdeeds, and all things reading related.
Most social media posts about an upcoming book are done by people on an author's Launch Team. But what exactly is a writer's Launch Team and what does it do?
In this episode, our hosts answer questions our listeners have posed on our social media pages. Lots of topics, lots of fun!
Sarah has another surprise game for the other Between the Lines ladies: rousing rounds of a quick-plotting game perfect for torturing authors.
In this episode of Between the Lines, USA Today bestselling author Annette Lyon joins us to talk about the joys and difficulties of changing up what we write. Her newest release, "Just One More" can be found wherever books are sold.
In this episode, Esther leads the discussion about the challenges authors face in balancing their real lives with their fictional worlds.
Have you ever wondered how authors get paid? In this episode, our hosts will discuss royalties, advances, and the nuts and bolts of author finances.
Sian leads the discussion on our favorite secondary characters, how they are used in fiction, and how authors use them to bring a story to life.
In what point of view is your favorite novel written? Join us as we discuss what point of view is, and how it affects story.
Is it possible that a book's setting is as important as its characters? Join us this week as we discuss the wonder of using our writing to transport readers to another place and time.
Join us as we chat with our special guest, Ganel-Lyn Condie, about how we can create an authentic and healthy presence on social media.
In this episode, Traci leads the discussion on how the authors create their characters. Enjoy exploring the magic of how these fictional friends come to life.
It's a fifth Wednesday, which means the Between the Lines ladies are playing a game, once again invented by Sarah, and once again filled with laughter and ridiculousness. Play along with us!
Have you ever wondered how mentoring works in the writing industry? Our hosts share their experiences and receive some extra insight from their special guest, best-selling author Dani Pettrey.
In this episode, Sarah leads the discussion as the Between the Lines ladies talk about what a writing session looks like, how it has changed for them over the years, and the oddities they have learned to embrace in the never-ending pursuit of getting words on the page.
In a career that can seem all about best seller lists and reader reviews, how do we look at our fellow authors? Can we be colleagues, or will we always be competition? Enjoy this discussion with Esther Hatch, Sarah M. Eden, Sian Ann Bessey, and Traci Hunter Abramson.
Action scenes aren't just found in suspense novels. In this episode, Traci will lead the discussion on the challenges of writing believable action scenes and whether or not they're harder to write than kissing scenes.
Have you ever wondered what a beta reader does? Or why so many authors are members of critique groups? Listen in this week to learn more about the people who make up an author's support team.
Special guest film critic Rachel Wagner from Hallmarkies podcast joins Between the Lines to discuss what makes a book-to-movie adaptation work well and what can make them difficult.
In this bonus episode, Sarah leads a getting to know you game. How well do the hosts know each other? You're about to find out.
Drafting, editing, proofreading, research. Traci leads the discussion how authors juggle the many facets of their writing careers while still meeting their deadlines and pretending to stay organized.
Have you ever wondered how authors come up with ideas for their stories? In this week's episode, Sian asks Traci, Sarah, and Esther to answer that question. Be sure to listen in. The sources of their inspiration may surprise you.
Esther leads the discussion about why research trips can be invaluable to gaining a sense of place in an author's novels. Tips on how to research without the expense of travel are also discussed.
Between the Lines co-hosts Sarah M. Eden, Esther Hatch, Sian Ann Bessey, and Traci Hunter Abramson celebrate the podcast's first anniversary and discuss what they've learned, what has surprised them, and what changes they are making moving into their second season.
Traci leads the discussion as the authors examen the inevitable criticism that comes with being an author.
Esther leads the discussion as the authors examen the financial aspects of being authors.
Sarah leads the discussion as the authors talk about what they do with their non-writing time.
Esther leads the discussion as the authors revisit and expand on the publication process.
Sian leads the discussion on how the authors celebrate lesser-known holidays, like St. Patrick's Day.
Most every writer has experienced the creeping suspicion that they are actually a fraud, a talentless hack who will eventually be uncovered as an "imposter" amongst the true artists. We call this "Imposter Syndrome" and it has derailed many a writing endeavor. In this episode, we will tackle the everpresent struggle of doubt and worry and how to keep going when you aren't sure there is any point.
Favorite sports/how strange it is to have summer and winter olympics so close together.
The path to publication begins long before an author ever submits a manuscript. In this episode of Between the Lines, our four authors discuss the part of the publication process that happens first, things they've learned along the way, and aspects of pre-publication that they wish they'd understood better when they first started out.
Sian leads a discussion with Esther Sarah and Traci about a day in the life of an author.
Sarah & Sian with special guest, National Reader’s Choice Award winner &
author of Courting Misfortune (The Joplin Chronicles), Regina Jennings.
Authors & readers alike both eagerly anticipate and mourn the end of a much-loved series. Today our authors discuss how they feel about ending a series, some of which are years worth of love, heart and devotion to characters who have become very dear friends.
Tropes: What are they? Why do readers AND writers love them? Listen in as Sarah M. Eden leads the conversation.
The author life can sometimes (most of the time) be a solitary life. However, strong bonds and connections are made between authors-and today we'll share with you how the four of us became friends. Discussion led by Sian Ann Bessey.
From boarding a plane to take a research trip on location, to the Google search - which works best for you? Traci Hunter Abramson likes to "breathe the same air" as her characters, listen in as we discover how each of our Between the Lines hosts tackle the necessary part of writing, research.
Many authors feel called to write. Why is this job of "creating" so important, and what part do authors play in filling the niche in the entertainment market for readers? Discussion led by Esther Hatch.
Sarah M. Eden leads the conversation to the how's and why's of the Between the Lines authors journey into the writing world.
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