C. A. Wright on writing re-tellings and re-imaginings, modernising classic tales, and how publishing deals don’t magically make writing easy, nor make the self-doubt go away!
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C. A. Wright on writing re-tellings and re-imaginings, modernising classic tales, and how publishing deals don’t magically make writing easy, nor make the self-doubt go away!
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Claire is a fantasy author based on unceded Awabakal lands. When she’s not writing, reading or working as a freelance editor, she can be found spending time with her husband, baking, birdwatching, and eating/drinking delicious things.
What's inside this episode?
- Claire’s dual perspective as both a freelance editor and debut author offers rare behind-the-scenes insights into how editing skills shape—and sometimes complicate—the writing process.
- The episode dives into the playful reality of stress-eating and snack rituals as part of Claire’s creative routine, making her writing journey feel oh so relatable.
- Why Claire loves reimagining fairy tales, and how she modernises classic themes to reflect contemporary issues like mental health and inclusivity.
- Claire’s approach to world-building—setting her fantasy in a deliberately “miscellaneous” land—breaks away from genre conventions and highlights the freedom of imaginative storytelling.
- Claire gets candid about overcoming imposter syndrome, navigating structural edits, and the realities of submitting fantasy manuscripts in Australia.
Listen now if you need...
… permission to play with world-building—learn the genre conventions, then discover how breaking the rules can unleash your most original and imaginative stories.
My favourite quote:
“I wish I’d known that even when you achieve the dream of getting that publishing deal, you are still going to experience things like imposter syndrome and tough times… I think knowing that you’re going to still feel like that sometimes, and also knowing that there are people to help you get through that.”
📖 What is the last book that Claire read and loved? One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston and the Locked Tomb series by Tamsyn MuirSky Song by C.A. Wright is available to purchase wherever you buy your books. Alternatively, check in with your local library. If they don’t have a copy yet, put in a request!
Extra (important) information!
✨ You can find C. A. Wright (she/ her) at cawrightbooks.com
✨ Download 'The ultimate checklist to prepare, write and pitch your book' for FREE!
✨ Buy The Little Black Book of Publishing!
👋🏼 Until next time friend!