Authors set out to write a book. They often don’t realize the bookkeeping and budgeting aspect of becoming a published author. In this...

Join us as we chat with award-winning author Maggie Smith, known for her books "Truth and Other Lies" and "Blind Spot." Drawing on her...

In 2022, Publisher’s Marketplace announced its decision to retire the term “Women’s Fiction” as a genre because they “aim not to presume...

One year ago, Hope and Donna sought to embark on a journey to bring a writing, publishing, and marketing podcast to writers. The goal was...

In this episode, we explore the essentials of building a successful author website, covering key elements like design and content, as well a

Get an inside look at the life and work of award-winning author Leslie Rasmussen in this captivating author interview. Discover her writing

Uncover the secrets to editing a novel like a pro in Episode 021 of Authors Talking Bookish.

Join us as we interview Jill Hannah Anderson, author of four novels:A Life Unraveled, Crazy Little Town Called Love, and The...

When your manuscript is polished and your beta readers have given you the green light, the next step in the process is the query letter...

Join us as we interview Lainey Cameron, author of multi award-winning & best selling The Exit Strategy, creator and host of The Best of...

This episode addresses the importance of book marketing beyond the launch. In it, Hope and Donna will share various methods through...

Characters are at the core of every story. This episode dives deep into how to create characters that will jump off the page. From types...

Join us as we interview Grace Sammon, accomplished author, editor and radio show host. We talk about the many hats she wears in the...

We listen to them, we appear on them, and some of us create them: Podcasts, 2024. How can your writing career benefit from them? In this...

Donna and Hope take a look at some of the top industry newsworthy topics of 2023 and make some predictions for the upcoming year.

Whether you’ve signed a publishing contract or are self-publishing, you need a launch plan. From author brand to gaining an audience, to rel

When an author/writer writes a book, they invest not just their time and effort but a piece of their soul. Their hearts.They pour their...

Is writer’s block a real phenomenon? Or is it a story you tell yourself when you aren’t writing? In this episode, we’ll discuss our...

Authors Talking Bookish with hosts Hope Gibbs and Donna Norman-Carbone You’ve heard the old adage: Show NOT Tell. Is it true? What are...

Authors Talking Bookish with hosts Hope Gibbs and Donna Norman-Carbone Have you heard the terms plotter and panster? What about a...