Ep. 136: Ed Crocker talks Lightfall, Vampires, Editing & More
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Fears and Funny Facts: A Writer's Journey
This chapter explores the persistent theme of fear in a writer's journey, using humor and vivid metaphors to discuss the emotional toll of rejection and self-doubt. It creatively shifts between lighthearted banter about anti-Valentine's concepts and the serious advice for aspiring authors on maintaining emotional well-being amidst the challenges of publishing.
Join co-hosts Adrian M. Gibson and Greta Kelly as they chat with author/editor Ed Crocker about his debut novel Lightfall, his writing journey (and meandering twenties), freelance editing, publishing traumas and querying, the benefits of writing courses, vampires and a world without humans, class systems, poverty and the politics of blood, immortality and the dynamics between vampires, werewolves and sorcerers, creating a powerful enemy, overcoming fear/rejection as an author and much more.
NOTE: This is part one of a two-part chat with Ed. Stayed tuned next week for his mini-masterclass on How to Write Great Dialogue. Also, apologies for Adrian's recording quality this week (he accidentally recorded with his laptop mic as opposed to his professional mic).
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ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Ed Crocker is an author, freelance editor and book reviewer for FanFiAddict. Lightfall is his debut novel, which you can purchase here.
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ABOUT OUR HOSTS:
Adrian M. Gibson is a podcaster, writer and illustrator. His debut novel, Mushroom Blues, is available now to purchase on Amazon in paperback, eBook, hardcover and audiobook.
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Greta Kelly is the author of The Queen of Days, as well as the Warrior Witch Duology (The Frozen Crown and The Seventh Queen).
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M.J. Kuhn is the author of Among Thieves, her debut novel, and its sequel Thick as Thieves.
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MUSIC:
Intro: "Into The Grid" by MellauSFX
Outro: “Galactic Synthwave” by Divion
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