Write Now with Scrivener cover image

Write Now with Scrivener

Episode 38: Veronica G. Henry, Fantasy and Mystery Author

May 1, 2024
Veronica G. Henry, fantasy and mystery author, shares her writing journey and discusses transitioning genres. Topics include forest bathing, storing notes in Scrivener, and influences like Tracy Clark. She explores writing styles, African American representation in literature, and the impact of deforestation. The podcast also delves into nature's inspiration, writing with Scrivener, and the benefits of Amazon publishing for authors.
30:51

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

  • Veronica G. Henry emphasizes the importance of following her passion and writing stories that resonate with her, regardless of genre conventions.
  • Inspired by Ray Bradbury's work, Veronica G. Henry's novel 'Bacchanal' emerged from the question 'what if' and dedicated efforts to hone her skills for eventual publication.

Deep dives

Writing Across Different Genres

Veronica G. Henry discusses venturing into various genres, ranging from historical fantasy to mystery and speculative fiction. She highlights the importance of following her passion and writing stories that resonate with her, despite genre conventions. By taking risks and being true to her storytelling instincts, she has garnered a diverse readership who appreciates her for delivering engaging narratives that transcend genre boundaries.

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode