Escuchar On the Write Track Podcast

In this episode, co-hosts Sarah and Emily sit down with Katherine Arden, the critically acclaimed and NYT bestselling author of The Bear and the Nightingale, The Warm Hands of Ghosts. and Small Spaces, to explore her world of folklore, ghosts, and history . Katherine shares the inspirations behind her beloved Winternight Trilogy, how she wrote while traveling; the art of weaving magic and realism, her methodology, and how she captures the mystical blend of history and magic and love in her stories. They also discuss the allure of winter as a setting, the balance of prose that feels natural and true to the book’s historical setting and wonder, and what it means to write in multiple genres. Perfect for emerging writers, fans of spellbinding tales in winter and history, this conversation will leave you feeling both chilled and inspired to write more.   Katherine Arden * Website [https://katherineardenbooks.com/]   Books Mentioned - We strongly encourage that listeners purchase these titles from their favorite indie bookstore [https://www.indiebound.org/indie-store-finder] * The Bear and the Nightingale [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25489134-the-bear-and-the-nightingale] by Katherine Arden * The Girl in the Tower [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34050917-the-girl-in-the-tower] by Katherine Arden * The Winter of the Witch [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/36621586-the-winter-of-the-witch] by Katherine Arden * The Warm Hands of Ghosts [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/154462576-the-warm-hands-of-ghosts] by Katherine Arden * Small Spaces Series [https://www.goodreads.com/series/250762-small-spaces] by Katherine Arden * Black Woods, Blue Sky [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/213243955-black-woods-blue-sky] by Eowyn Ivey * Sunshine [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/8088.Sunshine] by Robin McKinley * The Hero and the Crown [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/77366.The_Hero_and_the_Crown] by Robin McKinley * Deerskin [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/8087.Deerskin] by Robin McKinley * The Blue Sword [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/407813.The_Blue_Sword]by Robin McKinley * Naomi Novik [https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/8730.Naomi_Novik] * Patrick O'Brien [https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/13423100.Patrick_K_O_Brien] * Dorothy Dunnett [https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/8361.Dorothy_Dunnett] * Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norell [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/14201.Jonathan_Strange_Mr_Norrell] by Susanna Clarke * For She is Wrath [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61070523-for-she-is-wrath?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=oaOltw8HKo&rank=1] by Emily Varga * Hope Ablaze [https://linktr.ee/sarahmughalrana] by Sarah Mughal Rana   Come back every second Thursday for a brand new episode of On the Write Track Pod. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified, and like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen! Sign up to our Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/user?u=82304964]where you can receive exclusive perks, some for as little as the cost of a coffee!   Did you enjoy the episode? Please leave us a review!    Follow the podcast @OntheWriteTrackPodcast [https://www.instagram.com/onthewritetrackpodcast/] on Instagram. Also connect with Sarah [https://www.instagram.com/sarahmughal769/]and Emily [https://www.instagram.com/emilyvargabooks/] on Instagram or TikTok! [https://www.tiktok.com/@emilyvargabooks]   Follow the podcast @OntheWriteTrackPodcast [https://www.instagram.com/onthewritetrackpodcast/] on Instagram. Also connect with Sarah [https://www.instagram.com/sarahmughal769/]and Emily [https://www.instagram.com/emilyvargabooks/] on Instagram or TikTok! [https://www.tiktok.com/@emilyvargabooks]

In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with Shelby Mahurin, New York Times bestselling author of Serpent & Dove and the Scarlet Veil, to dive into the world of romantasy. Shelby opens up about swoon-worthy romance, balancing the "spice" in her books amidst backlash; what romance means to people of different age groups, and her journey as a leading OG voice in the romantasy YA genre. She also discusses the pressures of social media, the benefits of a digital detox, resetting her Instagram, and how to stay authentic as an author in an industry driven by trends. If you're a fan of love, romantasy , and keeping it real, this conversation is a must-listen!   Shelby Mahurin * Website [https://shelbymahurin.com/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/shelbymahurin/?hl=en]   Books Mentioned - We strongly encourage that listeners purchase these titles from their favorite indie bookstore [https://www.indiebound.org/indie-store-finder] * Serpent & Dove [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40024139-serpent-dove] by Shelby Mahurin * Blood & Honey [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40550366-blood-honey] by Shelby Mahurin * Gods & Monsters [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/52535769-gods-monsters] by Shelby Mahurin * The Scarlet Veil [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60386342-the-scarlet-veil]by Shelby Mahurin * The Shadow Bride [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/199635112-the-shadow-bride] by Shelby Mahurin * Bitten [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/11918.Bitten] by Kelley Armstrong * Lisa Kleypas [https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/27847.Lisa_Kleypas] * Sarah MacLean [https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/1598076.Sarah_MacLean] * For She is Wrath [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61070523-for-she-is-wrath?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=oaOltw8HKo&rank=1] by Emily Varga * Hope Ablaze [https://linktr.ee/sarahmughalrana] by Sarah Mughal Rana   Come back every second Thursday for a brand new episode of On the Write Track Pod. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified, and like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen! Sign up to our Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/user?u=82304964]where you can receive exclusive perks, some for as little as the cost of a coffee! Did you enjoy the episode? Please leave us a review! It really helps the podcast, especially since we're just getting started. Follow the podcast @OntheWriteTrackPodcast [https://www.instagram.com/onthewritetrackpodcast/] on Instagram. Also connect with Sarah [https://www.instagram.com/sarahmughal769/]and Emily [https://www.instagram.com/emilyvargabooks/] on Instagram or TikTok! [https://www.tiktok.com/@emilyvargabooks] Come back every second Thursday for a brand new episode of On the Write Track Pod. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified, and like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen! Sign up to our Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/user?u=82304964]where you can receive exclusive perks, some for as little as the cost of a coffee!   Did you enjoy the episode? Please leave us a review!    Follow the podcast @OntheWriteTrackPodcast [https://www.instagram.com/onthewritetrackpodcast/] on Instagram. Also connect with Sarah [https://www.instagram.com/sarahmughal769/]and Emily [https://www.instagram.com/emilyvargabooks/] on Instagram or TikTok! [https://www.tiktok.com/@emilyvargabooks]   Follow the podcast @OntheWriteTrackPodcast [https://www.instagram.com/onthewritetrackpodcast/] on Instagram. Also connect with Sarah [https://www.instagram.com/sarahmughal769/]and Emily [https://www.instagram.com/emilyvargabooks/] on Instagram or TikTok! [https://www.tiktok.com/@emilyvargabooks]

In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with bestselling author Olivie Blake to explore the intricacies of her routine and craft, the beauty in chaotic routines, and the power of authenticity. Olivie opens up about how she manages to write multiple books across different genres every year, offering insight into the importance of writing being her job. The conversation goes into her journey from indie publishing where she wrote nine books, to signing major traditional deals, due to going viral on TikTok. She shares advice on navigating the key differences between indie versus trad pub for upcoming authors. They also discuss her approach to TikTok and social media, balancing the benefits of exposure with the need for personal boundaries. Whether you are a reader and fan, or an upcoming author, this is a great episode to learn about Olivia’s inspiration and how to navigate a stellar career across genres.   Olivie Blake * Website [https://www.olivieblake.com/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/olivieblake/]   Books Mentioned - We strongly encourage that listeners purchase these titles from their favorite indie bookstore [https://www.indiebound.org/indie-store-finder] * Masters of Death [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/38311338-masters-of-death] by Olivie Blake * Alone with You in the Ether [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61126612-alone-with-you-in-the-ether] by Olivie Blake * Gifted & Talented [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/211004124-gifted-talented]by Olivie Blake * The Atlas Six [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/50520939-the-atlas-six] by Olivie Blake * The Atlas Paradox [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57912066-the-atlas-paradox] by Olivie Blake * The Atlas Complex [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/63104676-the-atlas-complex]by Olivie Blake * The Answer You Are Looking For Is Yes: A Witch Way Anthology [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/54998129-the-answer-you-are-looking-for-is-yes] by Olivie Blake * Fairytales of the Macabre [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/36581461-fairytales-of-the-macabre]by Olivie Blake * Sex, Lies and Sensibility [https://goodreads.com/book/show/122993486-sex-lies-and-sensibility] by Nikki Payne * Neapolitan Novels [https://www.goodreads.com/series/87018-l-amica-geniale] by Elena Ferrante * For She is Wrath [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61070523-for-she-is-wrath?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=oaOltw8HKo&rank=1] by Emily Varga * Hope Ablaze [https://linktr.ee/sarahmughalrana] by Sarah Mughal Rana   Come back every second Thursday for a brand new episode of On the Write Track Pod. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified, and like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen! Sign up to our Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/user?u=82304964]where you can receive exclusive perks, some for as little as the cost of a coffee! Did you enjoy the episode? Please leave us a review! It really helps the podcast, especially since we're just getting started. Follow the podcast @OntheWriteTrackPodcast [https://www.instagram.com/onthewritetrackpodcast/] on Instagram. Also connect with Sarah [https://www.instagram.com/sarahmughal769/]and Emily [https://www.instagram.com/emilyvargabooks/] on Instagram or TikTok! [https://www.tiktok.com/@emilyvargabooks] Come back every second Thursday for a brand new episode of On the Write Track Pod. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified, and like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen! Sign up to our Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/user?u=82304964]where you can receive exclusive perks, some for as little as the cost of a coffee!   Did you enjoy the episode? Please leave us a review!    Follow the podcast @OntheWriteTrackPodcast [https://www.instagram.com/onthewritetrackpodcast/] on Instagram. Also connect with Sarah [https://www.instagram.com/sarahmughal769/]and Emily [https://www.instagram.com/emilyvargabooks/] on Instagram or TikTok! [https://www.tiktok.com/@emilyvargabooks]   Follow the podcast @OntheWriteTrackPodcast [https://www.instagram.com/onthewritetrackpodcast/] on Instagram. Also connect with Sarah [https://www.instagram.com/sarahmughal769/]and Emily [https://www.instagram.com/emilyvargabooks/] on Instagram or TikTok! [https://www.tiktok.com/@emilyvargabooks]

In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with New York Times bestselling author Ava Reid of A Study in Drowning and Lady Macbeth, to dive into the art of multi-genre storytelling in speculative fiction. From exploring the grimdark corners of worlds to her chaotic writing routines, Ava opens up about the challenges and joys of writing retellings, and balancing multiple projects. She also discusses her gradual journey building an organic readership from her debut to her breakout dark academia; moreover she discusses creating a distinct aesthetic on Instagram, and the freedom found in writing what’s true to her vision. Whether you're an aspiring author or a fan of her atmospheric stories, this conversation is packed with insights and inspiration from one of the most creative authors   Ava Reid * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/avasreid/?hl=en]   The Life and Letters of Mary Shelley [https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37955]   Books Mentioned - We strongly encourage that listeners purchase these titles from their favorite indie bookstore [https://www.indiebound.org/indie-store-finder] * The Wolf and the Woodsman [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/48915408-the-wolf-and-the-woodsman] by Ava Reid * Juniper and Thorn [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/58966216-juniper-thorn] by Ava Reid * A Study in Drowning [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/75302266-a-study-in-drowning] by Ava Reid * Lady Macbeth [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/202102084-lady-macbeth] by Ava Reid * The Winternight Trilogy [https://www.goodreads.com/series/198489-the-winternight-trilogy] by Katherine Arden * The Gormenghast Trilogy [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/258433.The_Gormenghast_Trilogy]by Mervyn Peake * We Have Always Lived in the Castle [https://goodreads.com/book/show/89724.We_Have_Always_Lived_in_the_Castle] by Shirley Jackson * Gifted and Talented [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/211004124-gifted-talented] by Olivie Blake * For She is Wrath [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61070523-for-she-is-wrath?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=oaOltw8HKo&rank=1] by Emily Varga * Hope Ablaze [https://linktr.ee/sarahmughalrana] by Sarah Mughal Rana     Come back every second Thursday for a brand new episode of On the Write Track Pod. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified, and like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen! Sign up to our Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/user?u=82304964]where you can receive exclusive perks, some for as little as the cost of a coffee!   Did you enjoy the episode? Please leave us a review!    Follow the podcast @OntheWriteTrackPodcast [https://www.instagram.com/onthewritetrackpodcast/] on Instagram. Also connect with Sarah [https://www.instagram.com/sarahmughal769/]and Emily [https://www.instagram.com/emilyvargabooks/] on Instagram or TikTok! [https://www.tiktok.com/@emilyvargabooks]   Follow the podcast @OntheWriteTrackPodcast [https://www.instagram.com/onthewritetrackpodcast/] on Instagram. Also connect with Sarah [https://www.instagram.com/sarahmughal769/]and Emily [https://www.instagram.com/emilyvargabooks/] on Instagram or TikTok! [https://www.tiktok.com/@emilyvargabooks]

In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with Adalyn Grace, the New York Times bestselling author of the Belladonna series, to explore the journey of building a successful and sustainable writing career. Adalyn opens up about the challenges of preserving your creative vision through the editing process, sharing invaluable insights on how to stay true to your story while embracing feedback; her early mistakes and her take on compromises. We also dive into the complexities of managing agent relationships, including how to handle difficult dynamics and advocating for your career. Adalyn shares her strategies for cultivating a long-term readership, including the power of street teams and community engagement. Whether you're a fan, an aspiring writer or a seasoned author, this episode offers amazing insights Adalyn Grace * Website [https://adalyngraceauthor.com/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/authoradalyngrace/] * TikTok [https://www.instagram.com/authoradalyngrace/]   Books Mentioned - We strongly encourage that listeners purchase these titles from their favorite indie bookstore [https://www.indiebound.org/indie-store-finder] * All the Stars and Teeth [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/38325332-all-the-stars-and-teeth] by Adalyn Grace * All the Tides of Fate [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/52345987-all-the-tides-of-fate] by Adalyn Grace * Belladonna [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59227936-belladonna] by Adalyn Grace * Foxglove [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/58651856-foxglove] by Adalyn Grace * Wisteria [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/195820745-wisteria]by Adalyn Grace * Brandon Sanderson [https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/38550.Brandon_Sanderson] * For She is Wrath [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61070523-for-she-is-wrath?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=oaOltw8HKo&rank=1] by Emily Varga * Hope Ablaze [https://linktr.ee/sarahmughalrana] by Sarah Mughal Rana   Come back every second Thursday for a brand new episode of On the Write Track Pod. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified, and like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen! Sign up to our Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/user?u=82304964]where you can receive exclusive perks, some for as little as the cost of a coffee! Did you enjoy the episode? Please leave us a review! It really helps the podcast, especially since we're just getting started. Follow the podcast @OntheWriteTrackPodcast [https://www.instagram.com/onthewritetrackpodcast/] on Instagram. Also connect with Sarah [https://www.instagram.com/sarahmughal769/]and Emily [https://www.instagram.com/emilyvargabooks/] on Instagram or TikTok! [https://www.tiktok.com/@emilyvargabooks] Come back every second Thursday for a brand new episode of On the Write Track Pod. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified, and like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen! Sign up to our Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/user?u=82304964]where you can receive exclusive perks, some for as little as the cost of a coffee!   Did you enjoy the episode? Please leave us a review!    Follow the podcast @OntheWriteTrackPodcast [https://www.instagram.com/onthewritetrackpodcast/] on Instagram. Also connect with Sarah [https://www.instagram.com/sarahmughal769/]and Emily [https://www.instagram.com/emilyvargabooks/] on Instagram or TikTok! [https://www.tiktok.com/@emilyvargabooks]   Follow the podcast @OntheWriteTrackPodcast [https://www.instagram.com/onthewritetrackpodcast/] on Instagram. Also connect with Sarah [https://www.instagram.com/sarahmughal769/]and Emily [https://www.instagram.com/emilyvargabooks/] on Instagram or TikTok! [https://www.tiktok.com/@emilyvargabooks]