The Kate and Abbie Show

Do you feel unmotivated to write? Totally drained of inspiration and drive? Don’t worry — you’re not alone. Lots of writers feel this way, Kate and Abbie included. And that’s why, in today’s podcast, they are sharing their best methods and hacks for getting motivated to write your book. Keep this podcast alive and free of interruptions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ Like this episode? Give us a nice rating and tell us what you thought. Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) or her blog: https://www.heretocreateblog.com/ Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter) or her blog: https://www.abbiee.com/

Do you ever feel like giving up on your writing? Like maybe you’re just not good enough to be a successful author? If so, you are not alone. Many writers doubt their work and feel like quitting — and that’s why, in this episode, authors Kate and Abbie are sharing the 4 things you must remember before you give up on your story. Get ready for some motivation. Keep this podcast alive and free of interruptions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ Like this episode? Give us a nice rating and tell us what you thought. Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) or her blog: https://www.heretocreateblog.com/ Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter) or her blog: https://www.abbiee.com/

The reading world is changing and audiobooks are a must-have if you want to make your book as successful as it can possibly be. That's why, in today's podcast, authors Kate and Abbie Emmons are discussing the different options for creating your own audiobook. Kate and Abbie have experienced audiobook production from two different perspectives: Kate’s first audiobook for The Blood Race has just been released by Podium audio, an audiobook publisher, and Abbie is about to release her audiobook for 100 Days of Sunlight, which she narrated and created herself, start-to-finish. In this episode you're going to get an insider's look at what goes into both avenues and discover which audiobook path is right for you. Keep this podcast alive and free of interruptions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ Like this episode? Give us a nice rating and tell us what you thought. Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) or her blog: https://www.heretocreateblog.com/ Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter) or her blog: https://www.abbiee.com/

In this special episode of The Kate and Abbie Show, we’re sitting down with voice actors Christine Lakin and Vikas Adam, the narrators of The Blood Race audiobook (Kate's fantasy series). The Blood Race audiobook comes out on March 30th and in this podcast you will get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the "making of" process. Christine Lakin is probably best known for her role as "Al" in the 90's sit-com Step By Step, which was just the beginning of her successful career as an actress, producer, screenwriter, and — of course — audiobook narrator. You might recognize her voice from audiobooks like James Patterson’s The Warning or The Coldest Girl in Coldtown by Holly Black… and pretty soon you’ll know her as the voice of Hawk from The Blood Race. Vikas Adam is an award-winning audiobook narrator who has also worked professionally as an actor, director, and producer in addition to teaching acting for various non profit arts organizations. You might recognize his voice from best-selling audiobooks The Life of Pi by Yann Martel or The Lies That Bind by Emily Giffin… and pretty soon you’ll know him as the voice of Icarus from The Blood Race. Join us as we discuss all things audiobooks! Grab your copy of The Blood Race audiobook here: https://amzn.to/3cy2Usd Keep this podcast alive and free of interruptions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ Like this episode? Give us a nice rating and tell us what you thought. Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) or her blog: https://www.heretocreateblog.com/ Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter) or her blog: https://www.abbiee.com/

Are you looking for the perfect beta readers? A few people who can give you valuable, honest feedback on your work? People who understand your book’s mission and audience? People who want to see you succeed? If so, keep listening — because in this podcast authors Kate and Abbie will be sharing the best methods for finding highly qualified beta readers for your story…plus the 9 essential questions to ask your beta readers after they’ve read your book to prompt the most helpful feedback. Keep this podcast alive and free of interruptions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ Like this episode? Give us a nice rating and tell us what you thought. Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) or her blog: https://www.heretocreateblog.com/ Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter) or her blog: https://www.abbiee.com/

GENRE-BLENDING: the art of combining two or more genres to create a truly unique story. This concept sounds pretty awesome on paper, but when you start writing a story like this… it can raise a lot of questions. How do you combine two different genres and make it feel natural? Will you still appeal to a target audience? How should you describe this new genre? Those are just a few of the questions Kate and Abbie will tackle in today’s podcast. Keep this podcast alive and free of interruptions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ Like this episode? Give us a nice rating and tell us what you thought. Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) or her blog: https://www.heretocreateblog.com/ Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter) or her blog: https://www.abbiee.com/

Want to keep your reader on the edge of their seat? Suspense is a vital arrow to have in your literary quiver as a writer, even if you don’t write a particularly “suspenseful” genre. (Yes, it’s totally possible to have your readers in suspense even with a genre like contemporary romance!) In this podcast, authors Kate and Abbie are going to show you a few different awesome ways to build suspense and tension in your story. Keep this podcast alive and free of interruptions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ Like this episode? Give us a nice rating and tell us what you thought. Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) or her blog: https://www.heretocreateblog.com/ Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter) or her blog: https://www.abbiee.com/

Do you wish you could be more confident in your writing? Whether that means divulging your novel’s plot to a new friend or reaching out to the publishing house of your dreams… every writer needs to have confidence and faith in their own writing. That’s why in today’s podcast, authors Kate and Abbie are unpacking their best advice for being confident and secure in your writing so that you can have the fabulous author life you deserve. Keep this podcast alive and free of interruptions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ Like this episode? Give us a nice rating and tell us what you thought. Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) or her blog: https://www.heretocreateblog.com/ Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter) or her blog: https://www.abbiee.com/

Wouldn’t it be awesome if there was a way to stop writer's block before it even started? That’s what this podcast is all about. Today, authors Kate and Abbie will share their go-to methods for preventing creative burnout. So if you’ve ever experienced writer’s block and want to make sure it never happens again... this episode is for you. Keep this podcast alive and free of interruptions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ Like this episode? Give us a nice rating and tell us what you thought.   Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) or her blog: https://www.heretocreateblog.com/ Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter) or her blog: https://www.abbiee.com/

Do you ever feel discouraged — or even DISGUSTED — when you read your own writing? Do you ever catch yourself saying “I don’t know if this is any good”? Do you struggle with comparison, and feel like you’ll never be able to write as good as [insert fav author]? If so, this podcast is for you. In this episode, authors Kate and Abbie will explain WHY you’re never happy with your writing and share some very practical ways to rediscover your love for writing. Keep this podcast alive and free of interruptions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ Like this episode? Give us a nice rating and tell us what you thought.   Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) or her blog: https://www.heretocreateblog.com/ Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter) or her blog: https://www.abbiee.com/