In this episode, dark fantasy romance authors Stella and Vincent Lunaire share their journey and their unique collaborative writing process.

Stella and Vincent’s first novel—Sonata—is available here: https://www.amazon.com/Sonata-Songs-Eiredel-Book-One-ebook/dp/B0F6VY73FX.

Keywords

dark fantasy romance, writing collaboration, self-publishing, book series, editing process, genre classification, marketing strategies, author journey, creative process, reader engagement

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:28 Backgrounds

04:58 The Writing Partnership

07:21 Lessons Learned

09:51 Dark Fantasy Romance

14:40 Future Projects

23:36 The Writing Process

27:19 Editing

38:53 Self-Publishing and Marketing

41:06 ARC Readers and Feedback

47:01 Inspirations and Influences

53:22 Pride

57:20 Writing Advice

Recommendations

20 Books To 50K Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/20Booksto50k/

The Emotion Thesaurus by Angela Ackerman and Becca Puglisi

Prose Without Thorns: https://www.tiktok.com/@prosewithoutthorns

Guest Links

Instagram/Threads:@authorstellalunaire

Website and other links: https://www.thelunaireauthors.com/links

Host

Instagram | TikTok: @kkalbabooks

Email: k.k.alba.books@gmail.com

Recorded with Riverside.fm: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=kkalba

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In this episode, audiobook narrator Samantha Norbury shares her journey from actor to voice artist, the intricacies of audiobook production, and tips for authors on casting and producing their own audiobooks. Discover how to navigate the world of audiobook narration, from auditions to final production, and learn why this medium is a powerful tool for authors!Keywordsaudiobook narration, audiobook production, voice acting, author tips, casting narrators, audiobook costs, duet narration, solo narration, audiobook marketing, Samantha NorburyChapters00:00 Intro01:09 Samantha's Journey04:12 The Process of Recording Audiobooks10:41 Casting and Auditioning Narrators18:56 Evaluating Narrator Auditions23:44 The Preparation Process for Recording27:05 The Recording and Production Process33:10 Different Modes of Audiobook Narration40:25 Cost Considerations56:59 Future Aspirations58:53 AdviceRecommendationsVoices To Know—list of vetted narrators: https://voicestoknow.com/ Megan Carver’s Kickstarter worksho: https://www.instagram.com/thornsnroses.co/?hl=en Guest LinksInstagram/Threads:@samantha.norbury_narratorTikTok: samanthanorbury_narratorWebsite: https://www.samanthanorburyvo.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SamanthaNorburyNarrator/videos HostInstagram | TikTok: @kkalbabooksEmail: k.k.alba.books@gmail.comRecorded with Riverside.fm: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=kkalbaMusic by Denis Pavlov from Pixabay: https://pixabay.com/users/denis-pavlov-music-35636692/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=203388

Get Riley’s new book—The Serpent Prince of Hades—the 2nd book in the Veil of Elpis series here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0G2WRTRW8 In this episode I speak with fantasy author Riley S Knight, exploring her unique journey into the world of fantasy writing. From her initial inspiration through D&D campaigns to the intricate process of world-building, writing, and editing, Riley shares her experiences and insights. We delve into the importance of marketing, networking, and social media presence for authors, as well as tropes, reader connection and intentional practice.Keywordsfantasy writing, world building, author journey, editing process, marketing strategies, social media, author voice, reader connection, fantasy romance, writing adviceChapters00:00 Intro01:22 Writing Journey06:06 The First Draft07:51 Sage of Hope and Ruin12:49 Editing17:27 Proofreading and Formatting21:07 Indie Publishing25:07 Hiring a PA27:41 Conventions and Events29:40 Marketing33:08 Character Art39:30 Plotter42:08 Author Inspirations and Influences43:44 Pride45:41 Inspiration from Greek Mythology46:39 AdviceRecommendationsThe Emotion Thesaurus database: https://onestopforwriters.com/emotions Guest LinksInstagram/Threads:@rileysknight TikTok: @riley.s.knightWebsite: https://www.rileysknight.com/Amazon author page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Riley-S-Knight/author/B0DWPRD1TBHostInstagram | TikTok: @kkalbabooksEmail: k.k.alba.books@gmail.comRecorded with Riverside.fm: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=kkalbaMusic by Denis Pavlov from Pixabay: https://pixabay.com/users/denis-pavlov-music-35636692/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=203388