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EP7 Jess Martin - Lawyer by Day, Rom-Com Author by night.
Aug 10, 2023
Jessica Martin, a lawyer by day and a rom-com author by night, shares her fascinating journey of juggling motherhood and writing. She talks about her struggles to balance her demanding career with her passion for storytelling. Jessica reveals her path to publishing, from finding an agent on Twitter to navigating book marketing and supporting indie bookstores. The conversation also touches on her experiences with audiobooks, social media engagement, and the potential for her books to transition to the screen.
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- Jessica Martin discusses balancing her career as a lawyer, motherhood, and writing through meticulous planning and support from her partner.
- She emphasizes the importance of grassroots marketing strategies, especially engaging with readers via social media and indie bookstores.
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Jessica Martin's Journey to Authorship
Jessica Martin, a lawyer and self-described smartass, has a lifelong passion for writing that began in childhood. She initially pursued a career in law to complement her writing, focusing on contract negotiation. After years of writing science fiction and facing many rejections, she decided to switch genres and write a rom-com, leading to the creation of her first book. This transition proved successful when she garnered attention through a Twitter pitch, ultimately landing an agent who sold her book to a major publisher within six months.
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