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.
#199 - Selling Audiobooks to the Kobo Customer with Elyse Daniels
#198 - Incorporating Mythology and Folklore into Your Writing with Skye MacKinnon
#197 - An #OwnVoices YA Debut with Nora Shalaway Carpenter
#196 - Expanding Your Written Universe with Anthony Dobranski
#195 - Alternative Storytelling Platforms with Kilby Blades
#194 - The Road to Publication with Debut Author Abbigail N. Rosewood
#193 - Adapting your Novel for the Screen with Maggie Marr
#192 - Sharing Your Authentic Voice with Jasmin Kaur
#191 - Audiobooks, Podcasts and the Future of Publishing with Joanna Penn
#190 - Finding the Motivation to Become a Published Author with Glenn Dyer
#189 - Touring as an Author vs. Touring as a Musician with Eamon McGrath
#188 - Writing Advice and Finishing Your First Draft with Andrew David MacDonald
#187 - In Conversation with Saeed Jones
#186 - The Importance of a Pen Name with Tawdra Kandle
#185 - Getting Creative with your Book Marketing with TS Paul
Bonus Episode: The Future of Publishing with the Kobo Writing Life Team
#184 - Writing Retreats and Finding Your Writing Community with Darcy Burke
#183 - Writing Great Romance with Jennifer Probst
#182 - Misconceptions about Motorcycle Romance with Autumn Jones Lake
#181 - Building Your Readership through Email Marketing with Holly Mortimer
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