Join us as we dive into the enchanting world of Dani McLean, a contemporary romance author known for her heartfelt stories. In this episode, Dani shares her journey from writing as a child to becoming an independent author, the challenges of balancing a full-time job with her passion for storytelling, and the inspiration behind her captivating novels.

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Follow Dani on Instagram and TikTok at ⁠@DaniMcLeanWrites⁠ and visit her website at ⁠www.danimclean.com⁠ for updates on her latest releases.Takeaways:

• Writing has been a lifelong passion for Dani McLean.
• COVID-19 was a pivotal moment for Dani's writing career.
• Dani values the importance of community in writing.
• She draws inspiration from 90s rom-coms and personal experiences.
• Dani balances a full-time job with her writing career.
• Social media is a challenge but also a tool for Dani.
• Dani's advice: Be kind to yourself and embrace learning.

**Chapters**

• 0:00

Introduction and Early Writing

• 5:00

COVID-19 and Career Shift

• 10:00

Community and Inspiration

• 15:00

Balancing Work and Writing

• 20:00

Social Media and Marketing

• 25:00

Advice for Aspiring Authors