Author Interview with Carolyn Wilman

Author Bio Carolyn Wilman is known as—The Contest Queen—has taught others how to find, organize, enter, and win sweepstakes contests and giveaways. Her proven online entry system, found in How To Win Cash, Cars, Trips & More! has helped others win more than $1M in cash and prizes. As a contestor, Carolyn herself has won over $350,000 in prizes, including trips to California, Florida, the Winter Olympics, and a European tour, with a trip to the set of Harry Potter in London, England being her favorite. After being asked by hundreds of people, ‘So, how can I begin to win like you?’ Carolyn Wilman decided to combine her extensive marketing background with her hobby and taught others the fastest and easiest way to have fun and win. The result was You Can’t Win If You Don’t Enter—the first publication to focus specifically on the exciting world of Internet sweepstakes. Connect with Carolyn Wilman Website Amazon Link Timestamps 00:15 Introduction 00:34 What are your books about? 2:10 What inspired you to write your books? 8:56 Who are your books for? 11:08 How long have you been writing? What made you really start to write? 12:03 What is your schedule like when you are writing a book? 13:27 What do you need in your writing space to help you stay focused? 14:50 Do you have a favorite writing snack or drink? 15:48 What type of books do you personally enjoy reading? 16:56 Are there any books or authors that inspired you to become a writer? 18:05 Growing up did you have an all-time favorite book or author? 19:45 Now as an adult what is your favorite series or author? 21:50 What would you tell someone just starting to read again? 22:52 On the opposite side, what would you tell someone just starting to write their own book? 25:30 What’s one thing people are generally surprised to find out about you? 26:07 Any additional comments? 28:58 Where is the best place for readers to find your books and to connect with you? Links Support the Podcast https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ripollsworkshop Newsletter https://mailchi.mp/30a7be3e81ef/69wqrzezob   Follow us Ripollsworkshop Reads Podcast Instagram https://instagram.com/ripollsworkshopreadspodcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Ripollsworkshop Reads Website https://www.ripollsworkshopreads.com/about-contact Ripollsworkshop Reads YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ripollsworkshopreads   Ripollsworkshop Reads Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ripollsworkshopreads   Our Host Courtney Ripoll-McBride https://www.instagram.com/theripollsworkshop/   Music Created/Episode Mastered By: Patrick McBride https://www.instagram.com/patmcbride_bass