Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers Stephanie Faris on Steamy Instalove Shorts, Sweet Romance, and Dictation
278 / Stephanie Farris, bestselling romance author, pivoted between genres and platforms, and found her stride with short, market-savvy romance fiction. She shares how she moved from traditional publishing to indie success and details her approach to writing both steamy and sweet romance, with a deep dive into writing successful short "insta-love" romances.
- Finding your writing voice, and why it's more important than nailing craft rules
- How she’s embraced her ability to write fast
- Stephanie’s advice for writing in the sweet/clean/wholesome category
- Writing one-hour romances—practical tips for writing and marketing short, high-heat books in Amazon’s “short reads” category
- How Stephanie uses dictation to get her drafts done at the same time she gets her steps for the day
If you’re looking to adapt, find your niche, and thrive in shifting markets, this is a great episode for you!
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