Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to share with you an insightful interview with the wonderful Madeline Nixon. In this episode, we dive deep into her latest release, "Not Actually", which hit the shelves last November.

Here's what we cover:

• Madeline's writing journey from her high school days to her current success with 14 educational kids' books and three adult novels.
• Inspiration behind "Not Actually", a romantic tale spun off from an intriguing scene in her previous book, "Emergency Lullabies."
• Character development for Zoe and Kieran, the main duo in "Not Actually", including their backstory and the dynamics that drive their relationship.
• Future projects including a Valentine's Day anthology, "Heart's Lock, Love's Key," and a mystical Christmas novella coming out in June 2025.
• Writing tips for aspiring authors, focusing on self-awareness in your writing process and the importance of community among writers.

Madeline also shares fun personal anecdotes, like being named after the famous French character, Madeline, and how she deals with writer's block and imposter syndrome.

Don't forget to: Follow Madeline on social media (she's @markedwithanm everywhere from Instagram to Pinterest) to keep up with her latest work. Check out her books on your favorite e-book platforms or grab the paperback of Heart's Lock, Love's Key available from February 3rd, 2025.

Leave a comment if you have any questions or if you're interested in ghost stories or romance novels!

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