An investigative podcast hosted by world-renowned literary critic and publishing insider Bethanne Patrick. Book bans are on the rise across America. With the rise of social media, book publishers are losing their power as the industry gatekeepers. More and more celebrities and influencers are publishing books with ghostwriters. Writing communities are splintering because members are at cross purposes about their mission. Missing Pages is an investigative podcast about the book publishing ind ...
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Bestselling authors William Bernhardt (The Superman Wars) and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview Leah Paulos, the founder and leader of Press Shop PR, who for more than 25 years has helped promote top titles from major publishers.
Note: Because the team was on the road, the sound quality of this episode is not our usual. Apologies. We will be back to normal next time for our 200TH EPISODE!!!
0:00 Opening Thoughts
What book are you thankful for this year?
4:02 News
1) Beventi and INKfluence Team to Help Authors Direct Sell Enhanced Books
2) Huge Phianthropic Fund for Literary Arts
10:39 Craft Corner
Tamara Grantham (Never Call Me Vampire) explains the importance of giving your characters memorable eccentricities.
14:06 Interview with Leah Paulos
36:10 Parting Words
Join us for the WriterCon Cruise! Over 20 hours of writing instruction while we cruise the Eastern Carribean on an 8-day sail leaving from Ft Lauderdale, March 7-15. Seas the Day!
Join the WriterCon Facebook Group, a warm and supportive group of writers. Know what's going on in the writing world every day!
Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.
William Bernhardt
www.williambernhardt.com
www.writercon.com
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continue reading
Note: Because the team was on the road, the sound quality of this episode is not our usual. Apologies. We will be back to normal next time for our 200TH EPISODE!!!
0:00 Opening Thoughts
What book are you thankful for this year?
4:02 News
1) Beventi and INKfluence Team to Help Authors Direct Sell Enhanced Books
2) Huge Phianthropic Fund for Literary Arts
10:39 Craft Corner
Tamara Grantham (Never Call Me Vampire) explains the importance of giving your characters memorable eccentricities.
14:06 Interview with Leah Paulos
36:10 Parting Words
Join us for the WriterCon Cruise! Over 20 hours of writing instruction while we cruise the Eastern Carribean on an 8-day sail leaving from Ft Lauderdale, March 7-15. Seas the Day!
Join the WriterCon Facebook Group, a warm and supportive group of writers. Know what's going on in the writing world every day!
Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.
William Bernhardt
www.williambernhardt.com
www.writercon.com
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