Author Kern Carter joins Jael and Lin to talk about ghostwriting... what is it, how does it work, how do you get into it, and more! Plus, some pet peeves they have about the publishing industry.

About Kern Carter

Kern Carter is a novelist who is celebrated for his captivating storytelling. With books such as And Then There Was Us and Boys and Girls Screaming, his stories explore themes of family, friendship, and the drama that can fracture those relationships. Kern has built a devoted readership not just for his novels, but for his writing on the intersection between literature and popular culture, both historically and through a contemporary lens. Kern also teaches professional writing at the college level, hosts workshops on craft and storytelling, and is in-demand as a public speaker for his expertise on creative culture. He is based in Toronto. (https://www.kerncarter.com/)

Top Tips for Becoming a Ghostwriter:

1. Don't be afraid if you don't have experience as a ghostwriter. You're already a better writing than most people out there.2. Network and make connections within the industry to find work.3. Understand the business side of ghostwriting and the scope of work you're offering.4. Start working as a developmental editor, which can lead to ghostwriting opportunities.

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The 2026 Festival of Literary Diversity is only two weeks away! Jael and Lin talk about what's stressing them out and what events they're most excited for this year.

Top Tips for Attending the Festival:

1. Register at festivalofliterarydiversity.org.

2. Log into the online platform to create your own customized schedule.

3. Download the vFairs festival app to experience the festival on the go.

4. Join the Festival Reading and Activity Challenge on Beanstack (fold.beanstack.com)

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The topic authors dread: royalty statements. They can be scary, daunting, and confusing... but they don't have to be. In this episode of Into the FOLD, Jael and Lin are joined by literary agent Carly Watters who breaks down a royalty statement. Learn how to read one, important things to look out for, and when you should raise concerns with your agent or publisher. Plus, Lin throws in some insights into royalty statements for indie authors.

About Carly Watters

About Carly Watters:Carly Watters is Senior Literary Agent at P.S. Literary and former VP of PACLA, the Professional Association of Canadian Literary Agents. She began her publishing career in London as an assistant at the Darley Anderson Literary, TV and Film Agency. Carly joined Toronto-based P.S. Literary Agency in 2010 and has sold over 100 books during her career. She represents award-winning and bestselling authors in the adult fiction and non-fiction categories, and select children’s books. The popular writing podcast The Sh*t No One Tells You About Writing, for which Carly is the co-host, has over 4 million downloads. She sits on the board of the Ottawa Writers Festival.

Carly, Jael, and Lin's Tips for Reading Royalty Statements: 1. Save and document every contract, statement, etc. that is sent to you. Create a filing system to keep everything organized. 2. Don't assume the royalty statement is correct. Go through the statement with a fine-toothed comb and advocate for yourself if you find something unexpected.3. Take the time and make an effort to learn how to read statements, especially if you're an indie author without an agent to help you interpret what you receive.

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