Embracing the Fiction Author Journey
Welcome to Embracing the Fiction Author Journey (formerly Parents Who Write), the podcast that helps writers pursue their author dreams. Join host, Erin P.T. Canning—an indie author, editor, book coach, and mom of two young boys—as she helps you make time for your writing, strengthen your voice, and gain confidence and direction, so you can own your identity as a writer and thrive as an author. You’ll hear from other writers and authors who've been where you are and know what's coming next. Learn what keeps them inspired, how they overcome imposter syndrome, and what they wish they'd known earlier. Gain writing, revision, publishing and marketing tips. We’ll also talk about the craft of creative writing, including my personal favorite genres of fantasy, romance, and romantasy, and discuss techniques you can apply to your own manuscripts. Enjoy the laughs, the writing tips, and the relief in knowing you’re not alone. Episodes release on Tuesdays.
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Do you start writing fervently but get lost in the murky middle? Or have you ever had an idea for a story but you"re not sure where to start? And sitting down to write a massive number of words feels intimidating? In today’s episode, learn how discovery drafts can help you capture your story idea much more quickly—and
Big changes are in store for Parents Who Write. In this episode, I"m excited to announce a new chapter for my podcast! I"ll share the inspiration behind the name change and how it better reflects the show"s current focus. Get ready for a fresh start with engaging discussions and valuable insights. ********* Connect wi
Have you ever read a book and the world falls away? Pay attention to those moments. Because as writers, we can learn a lot from the books that inspire us. We should study what works and why. We can also explore what didn’t work for us and learn how that knowledge can also shape us into the writers we want to be. In
Juggling motherhood, writing, and career aspirations? Join Erin as she chats with author and editor Jessica Dall about her journey from fan fiction to publishing historical romance and romantasy. Discover the challenges and rewards of balancing writing and editing, as well as the unexpected twists and turns of motherh
Ever wondered what makes a bestselling book tick? In this episode, we dive deep into the world of genre analysis and why having this knowledge is vital to your author career. Learn how to identify and leverage the key components that make your genre resonate with readers. You’ll also discover how understanding those
Every feel like a fraud? Imposter syndrome can plague even the most successful writers. In this episode, host Erin P.T. Canning chats with developmental editor and life coach Charlotte Chipperfield about strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome and building self-belief. Listen in as they explore the root causes of
