How does a lifelong sensitivity to the supernatural become an award-winning young adult paranormal series?

In this episode of Best of the Barracks Media Network, we feature an inspiring conversation from Authors After Action with award-winning author Vicki-Ann Bush, creator of the acclaimed Alex McKenna series. Vicki-Ann shares how her personal experiences with the unexplained shaped her writing, how she navigated traditional publishing, and what it takes to adapt a novel into a screenplay.

From dealing with rejection letters to winning awards and seeing her work adapted for film, this episode dives deep into:

1. Writing paranormal and supernatural fiction rooted in real experiences
2. Crafting authentic LGBTQ+ young adult characters
3. Traditional publishing vs. self-publishing
4. Turning a novel into a short film and screenplay
5. Staying resilient in the face of rejection

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, Vicki-Ann’s journey from children’s books to award-winning YA paranormal fiction is a masterclass in persistence, passion, and creative evolution.

If you enjoy this episode, you can hear more powerful author interviews on Authors After Action: Real Life Stories Behind the Books:

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https://open.spotify.com/show/0d96gGIdM02sw3fxOdBGMR?si=4563e6ca92ca4dfd

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Links referenced in this episode:

1. vickiannebush.com

Companies mentioned in this episode:

1. Barnes and Noble
2. Amazon
3. Reader's Favorite Book Awards
4. James Media