WriterCon

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Lara Elena Donnelly, author of The Amberlough Dossier and her new novel, Base Notes.Chapter 1: IntroductionWriterCon is our annual writers conference designed for YOU, people who are serious about writing and becoming successful writers. The conference is in OKC over Labor Day weekend, Sept 2-5. The sessions are recorded so you can participate even if you don’t come in person. At WriterCon you’ll have a chance to pitch leading agents and editors, consult with a wide variety of experts, and meet some wonderful people. Headliners this year include NYT-bestselling thriller writer Robert Dugoni and former US Poet Laureate Billy Collins. Learn more at: www.writercon.com.Chapter 2: Newsq) Nelson Literary Agency releases annual statistics on queries received and authors signed; andb) Different sources provide different information about print and eBook sales in 2021.Chapter 2: Interview with Lara Elena DonnellyIn this interview, the Nebula, Locus, and Lambda-nominated author discusses:a) where she gets her unique ideas;b) how she researches her books; c) how she handles gender norms;d) whether artists must make sacrifices for their work;e) character sympathy versus character empathy; andf) creating an evolving outline.Chapter 4: Parting WordsJoin us over Labor Day weekend for WriterCon 2022!www.writercon.comJoin the RedSneaker Writers Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113141678727273William Bernhardtwww.williambernhardt.comwillbern@gmail.com

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Jacquelyn Mitchard, the New York Times-bestselling author and Oprah's Book Club author of The Good Son.Chapter 1: IntroductionChapter 2: Newsa) New Survey from the Alliance of Independent Authorshttps://selfpublishingadvice.org/what-readers-want-2022/b) Gallup Poll Suggests People Are Reading Fewer Bookshttps://news.gallup.com/poll/388541/americans-reading-fewer-books-past.aspxc) Harlequin launches a subscription serviceChapter 3: Interview with Jacquelyn MitchardIn this interview, this multi-bestselling author discusses:a) where she gets her ideas;b) how to create unsympathetic characters without losing readers;c) writing and revision;d) modern-day book marketing; ande) writing in many genres.Chapter 4: Parting WordsOur annual writers conference, WriterCon, just posted its 2022 webpage. This year, the conference takes place in Oklahoma City over Labor Day weekend, Sept 2-5. Headline guests include NYT bestselling novelist Robert Dugoni and US Poet Laureate Billy Collins. This year we will have all the familiar features and many new ones, all designed to help you take your writing career to the next level. Right now, you can take advantage of the Early Bird price, but that will not last forever. Join us!www.writercon.comWilliam Bernhardtwww.williambernhardt.comwillbern@gmail.com

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Lara Bernhardt, author of The Wantland Files series and Shadow of the Taj.Chapter 1: IntroductionChapter 2: Newsa) Simon & Schuster employee charged with manuscript theft; andb) Findaway Voices adds narrator search.Chapter 3: InterviewBernhardt interviews award-winning author (also his wife) Lara Bernhardt, author of The Wantland Files supernatural suspense series.In this interview, she discusses:a) finding her writing space;b) living with another author;c) what she's learned during the journey; andd) charting a course for series characters.Chapter 4: Parting WordsIf you’re writing or aspiring to write, join our Facebook Group, Red Sneaker Writers, so you can get daily updates and follow the ongoing discussion. Bernhardt also issues a free Red Sneaker newsletter that goes out every other week. Send your email address to willbern@gmail.com to be added to the list. Or visit www.williambernhardt.comWilliam Bernhardtwww.williambernhardt.comwillbern@gmail.com

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Tanya Gough, creator of the online writing tool StoryBilder.Chapter 1: IntroductionHappy New Year!Chapter 2: NewsBernhardt assesses the book world trends and development of 2021 and makes predictions about 2022.a) Social media platforms will change and TikTok will dominante;b) More indie authors will obtain movie/tv deals;c) More indie authors will go "wide for the win;" andd) Authors will increasingly use AI and other forms of digital tech.Chapter 3: InterviewBernhardt interviews Tanya Gough, creator of a new online writing tool called StoryBilder which launches in February. Register now to be an early adopter. In this interview, Gough discusses:a) how she built this tool on her own;b) what StoryBilder can do for you;c) the importance of simplifying a monumental task;d) the advantages of "writing live," ande) how to push past obstacles and get your writing done.For a free six-month subscription, visit: storybilder.com/redsneakerChapter 4: Parting WordsIf you’re writing or aspiring to write, join our Facebook Group, Red Sneaker Writers, so you can get daily updates. I also have a free Red Sneaker newsletter that goes out every other week. Send me your email address (willbern@gmail.com) and I’ll add you to the list.You can follow this podcast so it is automatically downloaded for you each time we load a new episode, or if you prefer the video version, subscribe to the William Bernhardt YouTube channel.Join the RedSneaker Writers Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113141678727273Until next time (start extro music), Keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.William Bernhardtwww.williambernhardt.comwillbern@gmail.com

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Susan Johnson, author of Some Dreams Are Worth Keeping: A Memoir of My Bipolar Journey.Chapter 1: IntroductionMerry Christmas!Chapter 2: NewsBernhardt discusses some of the findings and conclusions in the Alliance of Independent Authors' annual report.Annual Report: https://selfpublishingadvice.org/review-2021/Chapter 3: Interview with Susan JohnsonBernhardt interviews the author about her book: Some Dreams Are Worth Keeping: A Memoir of my Bipolar Journey. In the interview, she discusses:a) what compelled her to write this book;b) the takeaway she provides for readers;c) how she struggled with bipolar illness;d) the years she spent wrestling with this book; ande) the challenge of being completely honest.Chapter 4: Parting WordsBernhardt's latest novel is Exposed, Book 2 in the Splitsville legal thriller series. If you’re writing or aspiring to write, join our Facebook Group, Red Sneaker Writers, so you can get daily updates. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please rate or review it wherever you get podcasts. It makes it easier for new listeners to discover us.Keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.Bernhardt's new novel, Exposed: https://amzn.to/30v5YSTJoin the RedSneaker Writers Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113141678727273Support this podcast and keep it ad-free by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/willbernWilliam Bernhardtwww.williambernhardt.comwillbern@gmail.com

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews the four authors who contributed novellas to the holiday anthology Christmas Tapestry: Betsey Kulakowski, Tamara Grantham, John Wooley, and Kenneth Andrus.Chapter 1: IntroductionBernhardt celebrates the 30th anniversary of the publication of his first novel, Primary Justice, on December 13, 1991.Primary Justice: https://amzn.to/31KLQNkChapter 2: NewsBernhardt discusses two breaking news stories:a) Open Road Media will be acquired by an investor group; andb) Written Word Media released its annual survey on indie writers.https://www.writtenwordmedia.com/the-state-of-indie-authorship-in-2021/Chapter 3: InterviewBernhardt talks to the contributors to Christmas Tapestry: A Collection of Holiday Tales. In the interview, they discuss:a) how they adjusted series characters to fit a shorter holiday format;b) how they develop characters;c) how they build a series;d) planners vs. pantsers—and Prancers!, ande) what they've learned since they started publishing."Either they wear you down, or you wear them down."Chapter 4: Parting WordsBernhardt's new novel, Exposed (Kenzi Rivera #2) is now on sale!https://amzn.to/3IIbdQpGet Christmas Tapestry for the holiday season!https://amzn.to/30k7EyzSupport this podcast on Patreon!www.patreon.com/willbernPlease rate or review this show wherever you get podcasts. It makes it easier for new listeners to discover us.William Bernhardtwillbern@gmail.comwww.williambernhardt.com

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Karen Grassle, author and actor (Ma Ingalls on Little House on the Prairie) about her new memoir, Bright Lights, Prairie Dust.Chapter 1: IntroductionCheck out the new Jesse Ulrich podcast, The Wheel of Pod. https://www.podpage.com/the-wheel-of-pod/Chapter 2: News1) Spotify is acquiring audiobook platform Findaway Voices;2) Written Word Media reveals its new findings about authors;3) 20Booksto50K presentations are available free on YouTube; and4) BookBub reveals what tropes and genres do best.Chapter 3: InterviewBernhardt interviews Karen Grassle about her extraordinary career and actor and author. Among other topics, she discusses:1) why she wrote this memoir;2) her writing process (no outline, many years); 3) the importance of writing groups and education;4) life on Little House on the Prairie, and5) Her new movie, Not to ForgetChapter 4: Parting WordsBernhardt has a new novel out, Exposed, Book 2 in the Splitsville legal thriller series, and a story in a new Christmas anthology, Christmas Tapestry. a collection of holiday tales written by authors who have series characters, featuring their series characters! Take a closer look at Exposed: https://amzn.to/3HWg1BrThe next episode of this podcast will be recorded on Dec 9 and will feature all six authors who contributed stories to Christmas Tapestry. It’s gonna be a party!If you’re writing or aspiring to write, join our Facebook Group, Red Sneaker Writers, so you can get daily updates. During the interview, Karen Grassle mentions her new movie, Not to Forget. Here are some links to locations you can stream the film:Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Not-Forget-Karen-Grassle/dp/B09M2J74TB/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=not+to+forget&qid=1637953082&s=instant-video&sr=1-1Apple TV: https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/not-to-forget/umc.cmc.2lh30lzgkt5c04dnk56foq3p8Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/movies/details/Not_to_Forget?id=e1saAxGmGWc.P&hl=en_US&gl=US

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Lynne Reeves, author of the terrific new thriller The Dangers of an Ordinary Night.Chapter 1: IntroductionChapter 2: Newsa) Justice Department sues to block PRH acquisition of Simon & Schuster:b) The proposed Copper author social media platform starts early adopter list;c) Amazon adds "transparency codes" to POD books; andd) Atticus is a new book formatting platform for PCs and Macs.Chapter 3: InterviewBernhardt interviews Lynne Reeves about her new novel and other topics, such as:a) her nonfiction work on parenting and family life;b) why she inaugurated a new pseudonym with this book;c) why she has multiple books in progress at one time;d) why all characters should have their own DNA; ande) why every character should be flawed.Chapter 4: Parting WordsBernhardt's new novel, Exposed (Splitsville Legal Thriller Series Book 2), is now on sale in hardcover and eBook editions: https://amzn.to/30v5YSTJoin the RedSneaker Writers Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113141678727273Support this podcast and keep it ad-free by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/willbernWilliam Bernhardtwww.williambernhardt.comwillbern@gmail.com

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Yasmin Angoe, author of the exciting new thriller, Her Name is Knight.Chapter 1: IntroductionBernhardt talks about podcast reviews and explains the chapter breaks in every episode.Chapter 2: News1) Huge Spanish literary prize for supposedly female-penned thriller goes to three men; 2) Ireland institutes weekly support payments for artists—including writers; and3) Plans for a social media platform specifically for authors.Chapter 3: InterviewBernhardt interviews the delightful and insightful author Yasmin Angoe, whose debut novel Her Name is Knight is generating great reviews and launching a brilliant new series.Chapter 4: Parting WordsPlease rate or review this podcast!Join the Red Sneaker Writers Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/WGBernhardt2Bernhardt's new legal thriller, Exposed, is now on sale! https://amzn.to/3mvvyzr

In this special "Release Day" episode, William Bernhardt (author of the new thriller Exposed) interviews Nicola Davison, Australian writer, journalist, and founder of Forever Young Autobiographies.