The Write and Wrong Podcast | Writing Tips, Book Publishing and Literary Agents

A writing podcast for writers, authors and anyone curious about the writing and publishing process. Featuring literary agents, authors, editors and more. Extended & ad-free episodes on Patreon 📚

The Write and Wrong Podcast | Writing Tips, Book Publishing and Literary Agents is a arts podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 290 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts The Write and Wrong Podcast | Writing Tips, Book Publishing and Literary Agents, a arts show with 290 episodes published.

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  Episode #291

  291 Elizabeth Richardson | Contemporary Romance Author, Substack Serializer and Pop Fiction Writer

  Aug 17, 202631 minS1

  Contemporary fiction author, Elizabeth Richardson is here, chatting about serialising her debut novel Trad on Substack. We discuss the trad wife subculture, dealing with rejections, and balancing multiple projects with a busy family life. Tune in for insights on building an organic reader community and a publishing inspired locked-room mystery recommendation. Support the show on Patreon ! And get extended episodes, ad-free and a week ahead of everyone else. For audio listeners: Spotify Apple Amazon Listen to The Chosen Ones and Other Tropes, Jamie's other podcast with Melissa Welliver and Naomi Gibson! Spotify Apple Amazon Follow on socials! Instagram TikTok Twitter

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  Episode #290

  290 Pippa Dunn | Historical Fantasy Author, Educator and Storyteller

  Aug 10, 202633 minS1

  What if the government could police your dreams? Young adult author Pippa Dunn drops by to discuss her debut novel, The Sign of the Raven. Pippa pulls back the curtain on her journey from the theatre world to traditional publishing. She talks about the "crafter, not a drafter" writing process, how she balances plotting with discovery, and her whirlwind querying experience that led to a publisher auction. Whether you're in the query trenches or just looking for a new historical fantasy, this episode is packed with actionable advice and creative inspiration. Support the show on Patreon ! And get extended episodes, ad-free and a week ahead of everyone else. For audio listeners: Spotify Apple Amazon Listen to The Chosen Ones and Other Tropes, Jamie's other podcast with Melissa Welliver and Naomi Gibson! Spotify Apple Amazon Follow on socials! Instagram TikTok Twitter

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  Episode #289

  289 Steve Blackman | Sci-Fi Children's Author

  Aug 3, 202639 minS1

  How do you write fast-paced, high-tech sci-fi that gets kids hooked on reading? Debut children’s author, Steve Blackman joins us to talk about his new middle-grade novel, Zero Override!  Steve breaks down his writing process, how video games and classic sci-fi influence his world-building, navigating Middle Grade vs. YA, and his journey to landing a publishing deal with Scholastic. Support the show on Patreon ! And get extended episodes, ad-free and a week ahead of everyone else. For audio listeners: Spotify Apple Amazon Listen to The Chosen Ones and Other Tropes, Jamie's other podcast with Melissa Welliver and Naomi Gibson! Spotify Apple Amazon Follow on socials! Instagram TikTok Twitter

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  Episode #288

  288 Christy Anne Jones | Cosy Fantasy Author, Illustrator and Content Creator

  Jul 27, 202632 minS1

  Author, illustrator, and content creator Christy Anne Jones is here ahead of the release of her debut cosy fantasy novel, Theodora’s Tea Shop . Christy pulls back the curtain on how she blended 1920s modernist influences with illegal magic syndicates and deep female friendships to craft a story that sits right in the sweet spot of cozy and dark fantasy. She also chats about her YouTube series where she tests out the writing routines of authors like J.R.R. Tolkien, Dan Brown, and Brandon Sanderson. Plus we have an honest, behind-the-scenes discussion about the business of books. From Christy's first manuscript dying in the querying trenches to navigating an international publishing auction with Hachette, she shares priceless advice on marketability, rewriting entire drafts from memory, and being part of a creative team. Support the show on Patreon ! And get extended episodes, ad-free and a week ahead of everyone else. For audio listeners: Spotify Apple Amazon Listen to The Chosen Ones and Other Tropes, Jamie's other podcast with Melissa Welliver and Naomi Gibson! Spotify Apple Amazon Follow on socials! Instagram TikTok Twitter

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  Episode #287

  287 Rachel Pattinson | Indie Children's Author, Publisher and Chartered Librarian

  Jul 20, 202621 minS1

  Are you an aspiring author wondering if indie publishing is the right route for your book? In this episode of the Write and Wrong podcast, Jamie sits down with Rachel Pattinson—an independent children’s author, publisher, chartered librarian, and winner of the prestigious Hachette Children’s Novel Award (2023). Rachel talks about the inspiration behind her debut middle-grade mystery novel, Seven: Distracted Detective and pulls back the curtain on her unique journey from winning a major traditional publishing award to successfully launching her own indie imprint, Aralyn Press. Support the show on Patreon ! And get extended episodes, ad-free and a week ahead of everyone else. For audio listeners: Spotify Apple Amazon Listen to The Chosen Ones and Other Tropes, Jamie's other podcast with Melissa Welliver and Naomi Gibson! Spotify Apple Amazon Follow on socials! Instagram TikTok Twitter

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