Episodes
Chapter 9: Perseverance in PUblishing with Author Sierra Greer
In today’s chapter, Heather and Leila get to know author Sierra Greer and learn more about her debut Annie Bot and her whirlwind of a year.
In today’s chapter, Heather and Leila get to know author Sierra Greer and learn more about her debut Annie Bot and her whirlwind of a year.
Tune in for discussion on the topics below and more!
Tackling themes in your writing
How the Book of the Month selection process and contract works
Let’s welcome Sierra to the Inkspiration community!
Sierra Greer grew up in Minnesota before attending Williams College and Johns Hopkins University. A former high school English teacher, she writes about the future from her home in rural Connecticut. Her debut novel, Annie Bot, came out in March 2024 and was a Book of the Month selection and also featured on Jimmy Fallon as part of his Fallon Book Club bracket. Talk about a whirlwind of a debut year.
Purchase Annie Bot wherever books are sold.
More information on Sierra’s journey and future publications can be found on her website, sierragreerwriter.com.
Thanks for listening to Inkspiration, a podcast where we explore the art of storytelling with expert interviews and tips for writers, readers, and publishing enthusiasts eager to uncover the magic in their stories.
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Chapter 8: Exploring Identity and Agency in the Horror Genre with Sam Rebelein
In today’s chapter, Olivia and Mia get to know horror author Sam Rebelein!
In today’s chapter, Olivia and Mia get to know horror author Sam Rebelein!
Tune in for discussion on the topics below and more!
Sam’s journey to publication with Edenville
Exploring complex emotions through the horror genre
How to create compelling characters and powerful storylines
The importance of blending real-life events with fiction
Content Warning: Discussions of Sexual Assault: In this episode, we discuss experiences related to sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised.
Let’s welcome Sam to the Inkspiration community!
Sam holds a BA in English and Education from Vassar College and an MFA in Creative Writing from Goddard College. His debut novel, Edenville, was released onto the shelves in October 2023 by William Morrow and Titan Books. After receiving rave reviews, Edenville has been nominated for a Bram Stoker award for Superior Achievement in a First Novel. Sam’s work has appeared in a variety of speculative fiction publications and his follow-up collection to Edenville releases in early 2025. He lives in Poughkeepsie, New York with his dog, Truman - a pup whose sassy self is a frequent participant on Sam’s Instagram.
Purchase Edenville wherever books are sold.
More information on Sam’s journey and future publications can be found on his website, www.srebelein.com.
Thanks for listening to Inkspiration, a podcast where we explore the art of storytelling with expert interviews and tips for writers, readers, and publishing enthusiasts eager to uncover the magic in their stories.
Follow us on Instagram at @inkspirationpodcast. Our DMs are always open for discussion, suggestions for future episodes, and all things literary! Tag us in your writing adventures and inkspirations!
Chapter 3: Romancing Your Debut Year with Clare Gilmore
Do you fantasize about writing your own workplace romance? Do you cast Henry Cavill in your WIPs? Do you LOVE swoon-worthy rom-coms with the perfect combination of romance and humor? If you relate to any of these (and even if you don’t!), tune in to Inkspiration’s latest episode, where Leila and Olivia interview debut romance author, Clare Gilmore.
Do you fantasize about writing your own workplace romance? Do you cast Henry Cavill in your WIPs? Do you LOVE swoon-worthy rom-coms with the perfect combination of romance and humor?
If you relate to any of these (and even if you don’t!), tune in to Inkspiration’s latest episode, where Leila and Olivia interview debut romance author, Clare Gilmore.
Clare published her first novel, Love Interest, in October 2023, and the workplace romance garnered nothing but praise from the reading community. Perfect Fit, another workplace romance sure to have readers swooning, is scheduled for release on October 29, 2024. Between these two office romcoms, Clare has also released her first mystery, What Happened to Helen Rochester, on Kindle Unlimited.
During this episode…
Clare describes her journey to publication, beginning with her Maurader fanfic and ending with the publication of her romcom, Love Interest.
Clares breaks down tips for surviving querying and debut year.
Clare explains her decision to self-publish her mystery What Happened to Helen Rochester and kickstart a hybrid career.
Clare provides suggestions for writing swoon-worthy characters and romances for any genre.
Needless to say, writers of all genres can learn from Clare’s journey, and readers will love learning more about this witty rom-com author who moonlights in mystery.
Listen to the episode on all major podcast platforms today!
Let’s Welcome CLare to the Inkspiration Community!
From Clare’s website:
Clare is a romcom author who was raised in Nashville, but now calls Charlotte, North Carolina home where she lives with her dog, Winifred, and her partner. When it comes to her books, you can expect stories that are “frothy but substantial,” chock full of funny moments split up between earnest self-realizations. Clare’s debut novel, Love Interest, was published in 2023 and her follow-up novel titled, Perfect Fit, is set to release on October 29, 2024. You can find her cooking elaborate meals or planning endless vacations.
Purchase Love Interest by Clare Gilmore today
Read What Happened to Helen Rochester on Kindle Unlimited
Preorder Perfect Fit by Clare Gilmore today (In stores everywhere, October 29, 2024!)
Find Clare on Instagram and TikTok at @claregilmorewrites.
Thanks for listening to Inkspiration, a podcast where we explore the art of storytelling with expert interviews and tips for writers, readers, and publishing enthusiasts eager to uncover the magic in their stories.
Follow us on Instagram at @inkspirationpodcast. Our DMs are always open for discussion, suggestions for future episodes, and all things literary! Tag us in your writing adventures and inspirations!