In this episode, we heard from award-winning author and professional speaker Carol Van Den Hende, whose second book, Orchid Blooming, was published this year. Orchid Blooming is the prequel to her acclaimed debut, Goodbye, Orchid, and a continuation of a trilogy.
We spoke to Carol about her path to writing, releasing a debut novel during the pandemic, crafting compelling characters, the importance of research, writing emotional narratives that affect her readers, tips on public speaking, and more. Follow Carol on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook!
Find more information about our podcast here. If you're ready to start your publishing journey, visit kobo.com/writinglife.
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#273 – The Future of AI Writing with Shane Neeley
#272 - Building Your Beta Reader Team with Marni Mann
#271 - Year of the Nurse with Cassandra Alexander
#270 - From Romance to Fantasy with K.A. Tucker
#269 - Cross Promotions with Evan Gow from StoryOrigin
#268 - Plotting a Twist with Eric Rickstad
#267 - Creating a Sustainable Writing Career with Patricia McLinn
Bonus Episode: A Conversation with Michelle Good
#266 - Retelling Myths and Fairytales with Katee Roberts
#265 - Moving A Series Wide with T.W. Piperbrook
#264 - Love and Defiance in Storytelling with David Bezmozgis
#263 - Finding Your Ideal Reader with Sue Campbell
#262 - Finding Writing in Retirement with Michael Polelle
#261 - An Editor's Perspective with Janice Zawerbny
#260 - Going Viral with Jennifer L. Armentrout
#259 - Clubhouse for Authors with Fatima Fayez and Jenn Falls
#258 - Writing New Genres with Nalini Singh
#257 - Crowdsourcing an Adaptation with Eric Maikranz
#256 - Overcoming Writer's Block with Sarah Selecky
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