“When the characters take over, let ‘em.” - Maria Glymph

In this episode, we sit down with author and indie press owner, Maria Glymph, to talk about her newest release Biography of Deception, her self-publishing journey, and the road to founding Modern Odyssey Books.

She shares with us:

- A look behind Biography of Deception, a literary mystery, and what inspired it

- Why she chose the self-publishing route

- What inspired her to go from self-published author to founder of her own indie press: Modern Odyssey Books.

- Advice for authors who are considering options for their publishing journey

About Maria:

Maria Glymph is a writer who explores poetry, fiction, essays, and hybrid forms, guided by the belief that each story finds the shape most fitting for its tale. An avid reader and art lover, she draws inspiration from diverse voices and creative expressions.

Alongside her own work, Maria is the founder and publisher of Modern Odyssey Books, where she champions global authors and innovative narratives. She divides her time between her writing and building Modern Odyssey into a respected independent press. Learn more at mariaglymph.com and modernodysseybooks.com.

Have a publishing question? Email me at mica@micamerrillrice.com

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