In this conversation, Lindsay Barrett shares her journey from a secretive writer to a self-published author. She discusses her early influences, the challenges of navigating the traditional publishing landscape, and the decision to self-publish her historical romance novel. Lindsay emphasizes the importance of community, mentorship, and knowing one's worth as a creative. She also delves into her writing process, the excitement of upcoming projects, and the significance of celebrating milestones in her writing career.
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Chapters
00:00 The Journey to Writing: A Personal Story
04:38 Transforming Genres: From Fantasy to Historical Romance
07:41 Navigating the Publishing Landscape: Queries and Rejections
10:41 The Power Imbalance in Author-Agent Relationships
13:44 Self-Publishing: A New Path Forward
16:51 Creating a Unique Book: Cover Design and Marketing
19:48 Future Projects: Exploring New Genres and Themes
29:06 The Struggles of Drafting vs. the Joy of Editing
30:13 Researching Historical Contexts for Fiction
31:48 Navigating the Drafting Process
34:03 The Transition from Drafting to Editing
35:13 Identifying Themes During the Editing Process
36:49 The Balance of Plotting and Pantsing
41:26 The Unique Journey of Each Writer
42:14 Sharing Work with Family and Friends
44:58 The Importance of Diverse Love Stories
47:19 Future Writing Projects and Inspirations
48:25 Plans for Book Release and Celebrations
50:24 Getting Books into Bookstores
51:27 Navigating Self-Publishing and Community Support