In this conversation, Anne Alcott author behind Tiny Horse Books, shares her journey as a writer, discussing her transition from writing children's books to adult fiction. She reflects on the challenges of self-publishing versus traditional publishing, the importance of maintaining control over her work, and her unique writing process. Alcott also emphasizes the significance of finding inspiration and the realities of revising and editing. The discussion highlights the evolving landscape of publishing and the personal growth that comes with navigating it.
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Chapters
00:00 The Journey to Writing: A Natural Calling
04:17 Empowering Children Through Storytelling
07:09 The Self-Publishing Decision: Control and Freedom
10:19 Navigating Traditional Publishing: A New Path
12:58 The Transition from Children's Books to Novels
15:58 Exploring Literary Fiction: Breaking Boundaries
18:54 Finding Time to Write: Balancing Life and Creativity
21:59 The Creative Process: Outlining vs. Discovery Writing
24:35 Revising and Structuring: Crafting the Final Product
31:10 The Journey of Writing and Querying
33:30 Exploring Literary Fiction
36:32 The Reality of Publishing Challenges
40:09 The Importance of Agent Relationships
42:59 The Future of Self-Publishing
44:52 Celebrating Weird Girl Literary Fiction
48:15 Closing Thoughts and Future Aspirations