How do you keep the publishing dream alive when the going gets tough?

In this heartfelt episode of Writes4Women, Lisa Darcy joins Pam for an open-book conversation packed with reflections and practical tips. Discover how to stay motivated and keep reaching towards your publication goals, even in challenging times. Lisa also talks about re-inventing her backlist and finding life in old manuscripts, as well as finding a new pen name.

Grab a cuppa, pop on your headphones and enjoy this chat with Lisa.

Timestamps
[00:00:34] Exploring Lisa’s Writing Journey
[00:07:05] The Persistence Required for Writing Success
[00:17:04] Self-Publishing Challenges and Lessons Learned
[00:24:00] Reworking and Updating Older Books for New Audiences
[00:36:32] The Importance of Professional Editing and Constructive Feedback



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This episode produced by Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.

How do you keep the publishing dream alive when the going gets tough?
In this heartfelt episode of Writes4Women, Lisa Darcy joins Pam for an open-book conversation packed with reflections and practical tips. Discover how to stay motivated and keep reaching towards your publication goals, even in challenging times. Lisa also talks about re-inventing her backlist and finding life in old manuscripts, as well as finding a new pen name.
Grab a cuppa, pop on your headphones and enjoy this chat with Lisa. Timestamps [00:00:34] Exploring Lisa’s Writing Journey [00:07:05] The Persistence Required for Writing Success [00:17:04] Self-Publishing Challenges and Lessons Learned [00:24:00] Reworking and Updating Older Books for New Audiences [00:36:32] The Importance of Professional Editing and Constructive Feedback
 
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This episode produced by Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.

Writes4Women is all about celebrating women's voices and supporting women writers. It's about writing the voice, reading the voice and being the voice. Every week host Pamela Cook, or a special guest host, interviews an outstanding female, trans or non-binary author about their books, writing process and life. Transcript available via the Writes4Women website. Video of most episodes available on the Writes4Women youtube channel. You can find out more about Writes4Women at www.writes4women.com

Writes4Women is all about celebrating women's voices and supporting women writers. It's about writing the voice, reading the voice and being the voice. Every week host Pamela Cook, or a special guest host, interviews an outstanding female, trans or non-binary author about their books, writing process and life. Transcript available via the Writes4Women website. Video of most episodes available on the Writes4Women youtube channel. You can find out more about Writes4Women at www.writes4women.com

Celebrating Women's Voices and Supporting Women Writers

Writes4Women

Writes4Women is all about celebrating women's voices and supporting women writers. In weekly episodes women's fiction author Pamela Cook and an all-star cast of guest hosts talk to women writers about the craft, business and heart of writing, along with a monthly feature on a new release author. If you're a writer you'll love the writing conversation and tips shared by the talented guests and if you're a reader you'll get a great insight into the writing process. Subscribe to the PamelaCook/Writes4Women mailing list via the website and check out the Patreon bonuses while you're there. And don't forget to follow the podcast on your favourite platform or find the audio and video wt writes4women.com

Writes4Women is all about celebrating women's voices and supporting women writers. In weekly episodes women's fiction author Pamela Cook and an all-star cast of guest hosts talk to women writers about the craft, business and heart of writing, along with a monthly feature on a new release author. If you're a writer you'll love the writing conversation and tips shared by the talented guests and if you're a reader you'll get a great insight into the writing process. Subscribe to the PamelaCook/Writes4Women mailing list via the website and check out the Patreon bonuses while you're there. And don't forget to follow the podcast on your favourite platform or find the audio and video wt writes4women.com

Lisa Darcy (Heidke) joins host Pamela Cook for an open-book conversation packed with reflections on her writing career and practical tips for all levels of writer.

Keeping the Publishing Dream Alive with Lisa Darcy

Ever wondered how debut authors navigate the rollercoaster of their first publication?

In this insightful episode of Writes4Women, Pam chats with debut novelists Maxine Fawcett, Jill Valentine and Helen Signy. From the emotional highs and lows of the writing process to the triumphs and challenges of getting published, this episode is packed with candid conversations and valuable advice. Tune in to discover the real stories behind their debut novels and gain inspiration for your own writing journey. Don't miss this empowering episode! 

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This episode produced by  Pamela Cook for Writes4Women.

Ever wondered how debut authors navigate the rollercoaster of their first publication?
In this insightful episode of Writes4Women, Pam chats with debut novelists Maxine Fawcett, Jill Valentine and Helen Signy. From the emotional highs and lows of the writing process to the triumphs and challenges of getting published, this episode is packed with candid conversations and valuable advice. Tune in to discover the real stories behind their debut novels and gain inspiration for your own writing journey. Don't miss this empowering episode! 
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This episode produced by  Pamela Cook for Writes4Women.

Host Pamela Cook chats with three debut authors: Helen Signy, Jill Valentine, and Maxine Fawcet, exploring their experiences and challenges as new authors, their writing processes, and their paths to publication.

What I Wish I'd Known About Publishing: A Debut Author Panel

Feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of writing?

Join Maya Linnell as she chats with New York Times bestselling author Katherine Center on the Writes4Women Podcast! Catherine shares her journey of moving from a slow burn to success, her love for the joyful process of writing, and the art of self-encouragement. Discover how hope and humor blend seamlessly in her stories, and why embracing joy can make all the difference. Don't miss out on this inspiring episode filled with wisdom, laughter, and heartening advice for aspiring writers! 

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Writes4Women
03:12 The Joy of Writing and Overcoming Publishing Challenges
10:31 The Importance of Reading for Pleasure
20:22 Katherine's Early Writing and Publishing Struggles
34:28 Balancing Joy and Heartache in Stories
37:04 Daily Writing Process and Challenges
44:39 Advice for Aspiring Writers
48:13 The Heart of Writing: Hope

Feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of writing?
Join Maya Linnell as she chats with New York Times bestselling author Katherine Center on the Writes4Women Podcast! Catherine shares her journey of moving from a slow burn to success, her love for the joyful process of writing, and the art of self-encouragement. Discover how hope and humor blend seamlessly in her stories, and why embracing joy can make all the difference. Don't miss out on this inspiring episode filled with wisdom, laughter, and heartening advice for aspiring writers!  Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to Writes4Women 03:12 The Joy of Writing and Overcoming Publishing Challenges 10:31 The Importance of Reading for Pleasure 20:22 Katherine's Early Writing and Publishing Struggles 34:28 Balancing Joy and Heartache in Stories 37:04 Daily Writing Process and Challenges 44:39 Advice for Aspiring Writers 48:13 The Heart of Writing: Hope

Join Maya Linnell as she chats with New York Times bestselling author Katherine Center on the Writes4Women Podcast!

NYT Bestselling Author Katherine Center Writes For Joy

Sometimes publishing hurts, but that doesn’t mean you should give up on writing!

Pam gets personal in this special Heart 2 Heart episode of Writes4Women, giving you 5 reasons you should keep writing that DON’T include signing a book contract. If the sometimes fickle publishing industry has you a bit down, have a moment with Pam and find your mojo again

Timestamps:

(01:30 - 02:45) Sometimes Publishing Hurts - What Inspired this Episode
(15:08 - 16:57) Reason 1: Writing as Creative Expression
(18:01 - 19:33) Reason 2: The Cathartic Nature of Writing
(19:35 - 20:51) Reason 3: Escaping into Imaginary Worlds
(22:20 - 24:50) Reason 4: Being Part of the Writing Community
(26:05 - 28:17) Reason 5: Writing as an Act of Hope



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This episode produced by Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.

Sometimes publishing hurts, but that doesn’t mean you should give up on writing!
Pam gets personal in this special Heart 2 Heart episode of Writes4Women, giving you 5 reasons you should keep writing that DON’T include signing a book contract. If the sometimes fickle publishing industry has you a bit down, have a moment with Pam and find your mojo again
Timestamps: (01:30 - 02:45) Sometimes Publishing Hurts - What Inspired this Episode (15:08 - 16:57) Reason 1: Writing as Creative Expression (18:01 - 19:33) Reason 2: The Cathartic Nature of Writing (19:35 - 20:51) Reason 3: Escaping into Imaginary Worlds (22:20 - 24:50) Reason 4: Being Part of the Writing Community (26:05 - 28:17) Reason 5: Writing as an Act of Hope
 
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This episode produced by Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.

Host Pamela Cook gets personal in this special Heart 2 Heart episode of Writes4Women, giving you 5 reasons you should keep writing that DON’T include signing a book contract.

Keeping the Publishing Dream Alive with Lisa Darcy

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