Writers of the Future Podcast

Terry Madden was published in WOTF 30. Trained in biology and chemistry combined with a background in screenwriting and historical fiction, she has shifted gears and is currently working on a science fiction adventure. She provides tips on how to move forward as a writer, whether short fiction or novels. www.terrymaddenwrites.com

Tom Doherty, Publisher of Tor, talks about the history of science fiction book publishing. He also publishes most of the Writers of the Future judges and discusses the value of the Writers of the Future program.

Acclaimed science fiction writer Robert Silverberg discusses his relationship with the pro's of science fiction's golden age. He reflects on his role as a judge for Writers of the Future and shares anecdotes about well-known authors. The discussion explores the future of sci-fi literature, self-publishing, and the importance of conventions. Additionally, Silverberg emphasizes the significance of being kind, studying famous authors, and the differences between writing short fiction and novels.

Scott T. Barnes, winner WOTF 28 in 2012, is Samurai swordsman, editor of NewMyths Magazine while maintaining his own writing career. He discusses how he has handled life and writing with his daughter recently coming down with POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) which has made him feel emotions he didn't feel he was capable of. You can find Scott at ScottTBarnes.com or NewMyths.com.

Orson Scott Card describes how he went from screenwriting to writing books and how Ender's Game was conceived. He also answers questions posed by several fans: how he views writer's block, dealing with the pain of the protagonist, what happened to the TV series "Extinct," and a whole lot more. As a Writers of the Future judge, he also talks about the value of the Contest to a career as a writer. Learn more about Orson Scott Card at www.hatrack.com.

Brad Torgersen, who won the 2019 Dragon Award for Best SF Novel of the Year, talks about his win, gives writing tips, discusses how Writers of the Future has impacted his writing career, and how to be a writer while deployed in the military. www.bradrtorgersen.com FB @BradTorgersen

Jody Lynn Nye is a prolific short story and novel writer as well as being a Writers of the Future judge. We all have problems with confidence as a writer. Jody offers some tips on how to deal with it. She also shares considerable experience in handling social media and dealing with trolls. She also talks about what it was like to co-write with Anne McCaffrey. Facebook: @JodyLynnNye Web: jodynye.net

Brianna Winner at SLC FanX talking about her path to becoming a writer, from a bullied 12-year-old along with her sister Brittany, to an award-winning-author. Let her journey be your inspiration! Discover the Winner Twins at www.winnertwins.com

Elise talks about how to be a writer as a new mom, even though that was several years ago now. She discusses the incredible mood swings, sleep deprivation, and total love for her child, yet feeling lost without being able to write—and how she ultimately overcame it and worked out how she could write. Elise was a winner in volume 35 with her story, "Untrained Luck" and can be reached at www.EliseStephens.com.

Savannah College of Art & Design in Atlanta, SCAD, graduate Jennifer Ober talks about what she learned from her week at the Illustrators of the Future as well as being a "con virgin" with this being her first time attending a convention. Discover Jennifer's amazing art at oberillustrations.com