Today, Lori is interviewing Jenna Miller. They’ll be talking about her publishing experience as a debut writer with her book Out of Character.

Jenna Miller writes Young Adult books about fat, queer, nerdy girls who deserve to be seen and have their voices heard. When she’s not obsessing over words, she can be found making charcuterie boards, befriending people online, cross stitching, or adventuring in the Minneapolis area.

You can find her on her website or follow her on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok.

In this episode Jenna Miller and Lori discuss:

The complexities of writing a parent / teen dynamic that resonates with today’s YA audience.
How NanoWriMo positively influenced her authorial career.
Transcending the traditional love triangle trope with nuance.

Plus, her #1 tip for writers.

For more info and show notes: diymfa.com/448

448: From Drafting to Marketing: A Debut Author’s Journey — Interview