Finding Elara

S03E05-105 Lexy Delorme Interview Part 2 of 2

Guest Bio: What are your Goals/aspirations/dreams going forward? About the Author Lexy Shaw Delorme (writing as LS Delorme) is the award-winning author of The Limerent Series, a genre-defying collection of emotionally charged novels which includes Caio, Bright Midnights, Fanning Fireflies, and Ghosting Academy. Her book Caio won a finalist spot in the International Book Awards for cross genre fiction. Bright Midnights was named a Publishers Weekly (BookLife) "Editors' Choice Pick" and was a finalist Golden Wizard Award Competition in 2024. Fanning Fireflies won first place for paranormal fiction in the Firebird awards. With a background as a lawyer, pop musician, and science writer, Lexy brings intellectual depth and lyrical prose to every story she tells. Lexy is a wanderer and storyteller at heart. Raised as a "military brat" by United States Navy Captain, she has lived on three continents, across four countries, nine states, and 21 cities. Now based in Paris, she lives with her charming French husband and two very cool sons. Lexy is an active member of the British Fantasy Society, the Science Fiction Writers Association, Romance Writers of America, the Horror Writers Association, IBPA, and ALLi. Links Website: www.lsdelorme.com [http://www.lsdelorme.com] Instagram: @ls_delorme Tiktok: @lexyshawdelorme Bushland Scrolls Competition Catalyst Scroll: https://www.bushlandcastleproductions.com/competitions/catalystscroll [https://www.bushlandcastleproductions.com/competitions/catalystscroll] Heritage Scroll: https://www.bushlandcastleproductions.com/competitions/heritagescroll [https://www.bushlandcastleproductions.com/competitions/heritagescroll] Contact Finding Elara Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FindingElara [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FindingElara] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingelara/ [https://www.instagram.com/findingelara/] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingelarapodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@findingelarapodcast] Discord: https://discord.gg/YAhRF6J2 [https://discord.gg/YAhRF6J2] Contact BCP Discord: https://discord.gg/Ap8EWpPn [https://discord.gg/Ap8EWpPn] BCP Website: www.bcpcreative.com.au [http://www.bcpcreative.com.au/] BCP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcp.creative/ [https://www.instagram.com/bcp.creative/] BCP facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577758720164 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577758720164] Treasure Chest: Tote bag with Bookmark, magnet and a signed book - The swell Bright Midnights 2 BCP coffee cups https://www.bushlandcastleproductions.com/fep/treasure-chest [https://www.bushlandcastleproductions.com/fep/treasure-chest] Music by: Izzy

S03E04-104 Lexy Delorme Interview Part 1 of 2

Show Notes: * Once a popstar - became a Lawyer - Became an Ex-pat and started writing * Golden Wizard Award for YA * Loves talking to people about the books. * Always been interested in writing * Started travel writing about travelling with Kids * When at angus steak house - Told Hubby she wanted to write. He wasn't convinced to start with. * First book was a million words - good start point * 5 years to build the world * Has been meditating since young * Boredom + cooking helps with creativity * Does visualisation time * Has movie dreams - in depth film score * When you have kids - Bathroom is your friend * Have to create spaces where you know you can be alone * Would tell kids about false private activities to keep them away * Tell yourself you are going to write crap - you can massage it later * Writes in the morning and the middle of the night * Wants to do an audiobook * Happy with reader responses * Self publishing means you are a start up * Reason you are writing impacts you approach * Wants people to have strong reaction to books because there is meaning behind them * Has been seared by fire through Law school. Created a persona to deal with rejection * It is a challenge to deal with people that you are close to. You can't always put the persona in place. * Reviews can say something about the viewer * Motivated by kids - family community * Once the series was established motivation is easy * Collaborative approach with family * 9th book finished and working on a book of short stories Fast Fire Questions: 1. What colour best describes your personality? Opal 2. Is your main character capable of antihero actions? Most Yes 3. What is your favourite fictional holiday destination? Ancient China 4. Would you ever swap character with any of your characters? Might if Needed 5. Would you main character save his loved one or save the world? Save their loved ones Buffy Night: The Apothecary Diaries Guest Bio: What are your Goals/aspirations/dreams going forward? About the Author Lexy Shaw Delorme (writing as LS Delorme) is the award-winning author of The Limerent Series, a genre-defying collection of emotionally charged novels which includes Caio, Bright Midnights, Fanning Fireflies, and Ghosting Academy. Her book Caio won a finalist spot in the International Book Awards for cross genre fiction. Bright Midnights was named a Publishers Weekly (BookLife) "Editors' Choice Pick" and was a finalist Golden Wizard Award Competition in 2024. Fanning Fireflies won first place for paranormal fiction in the Firebird awards. With a background as a lawyer, pop musician, and science writer, Lexy brings intellectual depth and lyrical prose to every story she tells. Lexy is a wanderer and storyteller at heart. Raised as a "military brat" by United States Navy Captain, she has lived on three continents, across four countries, nine states, and 21 cities. Now based in Paris, she lives with her charming French husband and two very cool sons. Lexy is an active member of the British Fantasy Society, the Science Fiction Writers Association, Romance Writers of America, the Horror Writers Association, IBPA, and ALLi. Links Contact Website: www.lsdelorme.com Instagram: @ls_delorme Tiktok: @lexyshawdelorme Bushland Scrolls Competition Catalyst Scroll: https://www.bushlandcastleproductions.com/competitions/catalystscroll [https://www.bushlandcastleproductions.com/competitions/catalystscroll] Heritage Scroll: https://www.bushlandcastleproductions.com/competitions/heritagescroll [https://www.bushlandcastleproductions.com/competitions/heritagescroll] Contact Finding Elara Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FindingElara [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FindingElara] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingelara/ [https://www.instagram.com/findingelara/] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingelarapodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@findingelarapodcast] Discord: https://discord.gg/YAhRF6J2 [https://discord.gg/YAhRF6J2] Contact BCP Discord: https://discord.gg/Ap8EWpPn [https://discord.gg/Ap8EWpPn] BCP Website: www.bcpcreative.com.au [http://www.bcpcreative.com.au/] BCP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcp.creative/ [https://www.instagram.com/bcp.creative/] BCP facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577758720164 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577758720164] Treasure Chest: Tot bag with Bookmark, magnet and a signed book - The swell Bright Midnights 2 BCP coffee cups https://www.bushlandcastleproductions.com/fep/treasure-chest [https://www.bushlandcastleproductions.com/fep/treasure-chest] Music by: Izzy

S03E03-103 Cecelia de Gzell Interview Part 2 of 2

Host: DL Nix Guest: Cecelia de Gzell Show Notes: Worldbuilding starts with the characters Returned to old haunts for research with the fam. There is a contemporary framework for the setting. Some of the characters have smatterings of people that she is familiar with. Medical terminology listed at the front and we talk about the different types. Relishes the opportunity to expand on the characters in later books. Character play: Poppy - Pirate ship, ballroom, dragon. Discovery writer during the plotting stage Needs to be really efficient with her time Biggest lesson: getting the first chapter right - you need to grab the reader quickly, help readers care about the character. More dialogue to help with pace. Writing requires ongoing education. Fast Fire Questions: 1. Is your fictional world photogenic? Yes 2. Do you wear socks with ugg boots? No 3. Would you rather fight I bear sized chicken or 10 chicken sized bears? 10 chicken sized bears 4. Would you rather Immortality and no magic or magic at the cost of your lifespan? Magic at the cost of lifespan. 5. Would you read your own book for pleasure? Yes Linking to Elara: Lisa: What do you find inspires you Most - People and character inspire me Garry: How many books are they planning in the series and what inspired them into their field of doctoring? 6-8 in this series. Inspired by a specialist who spoke about the specialisation. Izzy: Have you drawn inspiration from real cases? How medically accurate is the story? Occasionally drawn from personal and close friend experiences. Tried to maintain medical accuracy without impacting the story. Dianna: Do you think when writing medical dramas you need to fib a little to amp the drama if a medical procedure is considered boring? Don't let the truth get in the way of a good story. Guest Bio: Cecelia Gzell is a debut Author of the novel 'The Swell' which was released in June. As a radiation Oncologist who specialises in the treatment of patients with brain tumours. She had 14 peer reviewed medical publications and a PHD in glioblastoma research and is a regular presenter at international and national conferences. A period of burnout in 2019 reignited an old passion for writing and 'The Swell' is her debut novel. She lives in Sydney with her husband and 3 children and a goofy sheepadoodle, Fudge, who keeps escaping. Both her work and family exhaust her but provide endless fodder for the imagination. Dr de Gzell is aiming to release the second book in the series, 'Caught in the undertow' in 2026. Links Website: cedegzellauthor.com [http://cedegzellauthor.com] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cedegzell [https://www.facebook.com/cedegzell] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ce_degzell_author/ [https://www.instagram.com/ce_degzell_author/] Amazon: https://www.amazon.com.au/stores/C-E-De-Gzell/author/B0F9LJM99Y?ref=ap_rdr&shoppingPortalEnabled=true [https://www.amazon.com.au/stores/C-E-De-Gzell/author/B0F9LJM99Y?ref=ap_rdr&shoppingPortalEnabled=true] Contact Finding Elara Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FindingElara [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FindingElara] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingelara/ [https://www.instagram.com/findingelara/] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingelarapodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@findingelarapodcast] Discord: https://discord.gg/YAhRF6J2 [https://discord.gg/YAhRF6J2] Contact BCP Discord: https://discord.gg/Ap8EWpPn [https://discord.gg/Ap8EWpPn] BCP Website: www.bcpcreative.com.au [http://www.bcpcreative.com.au/] BCP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcp.creative/ [https://www.instagram.com/bcp.creative/] BCP facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577758720164 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577758720164] Treasure Chest: From Cecilia: Tote Bag with Bookmark and Magnet (From BCP:) Signed copy of The Swell to go in Tote bag. From BCP: 1 Season Three coffee cup Music by: Izzy Name: Podcast Music

S03E02-102 Cecelia de Gzell Interview Part 1 of 2

Host: Dianna Evans Guest: Cecelia De Gzell Show Notes: First Book June 2025 Second book March 10 2026. Lost count with the number od Drafts for the first draft. Used a self publishing service - The book Reality Always loved reading and writing but knew it wasn't a career. Didn't grow up in a medical family; had a strong personal drive. Loved science. Burnout in 2019 brought her back to the craft of writing. Writing the book was a chance to balance out experiences Her avatar was people like her. Limited writing time around her work, but writes notes when she is between sessions. Only 2ish hours a week to write Likes to write in silence When rejected: Limit how long she can feel down and her family has been supportive. Made sure she was kind to herself. Motivation: Always excited to get back to it. Fast Fire Questions: 1. What colour best describes your personality? Red 2. Is your main character capable of antihero actions? Yes 3. What is your favourite fictional holiday destination? Officially don't know but she mentioned fourth wing and banksia college. 4. Would you ever swap places with any of your characters? No 5. Would you main character save a loved one or save the world? Don't know Buffy night: ER Tv show and how it inspired her to become a Dr. Guest Bio: Cecelia Gzell is a debut Author of the novel 'The Swell' which was released in June. As a radiation Oncologist who specialises in the treatment of patients with brain tumours. She had 14 peer reviewed medical publications and a PHD in glioblastoma research and is a regular presenter at international and national conferences. A period of burnout in 2019 reignited an old passion for writing and 'The Swell' is her debut novel. She lives in Sydney with her husband and 3 children and a goofy sheepadoodle, Fudge, who keeps escaping. Both her work and family exhaust her but provide endless fodder for the imagination. Dr de Gzell is aiming to release the second book in the series, 'Caught in the undertow' in 2026. Links Website: cedegzellauthor.com [http://cedegzellauthor.com] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cedegzell [https://www.facebook.com/cedegzell] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ce_degzell_author/ [https://www.instagram.com/ce_degzell_author/] Amazon: https://www.amazon.com.au/stores/C-E-De-Gzell/author/B0F9LJM99Y?ref=ap_rdr&shoppingPortalEnabled=true [https://www.amazon.com.au/stores/C-E-De-Gzell/author/B0F9LJM99Y?ref=ap_rdr&shoppingPortalEnabled=true] Contact Finding Elara Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FindingElara [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FindingElara] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingelara/ [https://www.instagram.com/findingelara/] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingelarapodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@findingelarapodcast] Discord: https://discord.gg/YAhRF6J2 [https://discord.gg/YAhRF6J2] Contact BCP Discord: https://discord.gg/Ap8EWpPn [https://discord.gg/Ap8EWpPn] BCP Website: www.bcpcreative.com.au [http://www.bcpcreative.com.au/] BCP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcp.creative/ [https://www.instagram.com/bcp.creative/] BCP facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577758720164 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577758720164] Treasure Chest: From Cecilia: Tote Bag with Bookmark and Magnet (From BCP:) Signed copy of The Swell to go in Tote bag. From BCP: 1 Season Three coffee cup Music by: Izzy Name: Podcast Music

101 S03E01 Welcome

Show Notes Solo show with Dianna so she can share the plan for the series. She gave updates on the podcast, Writing, BCP and Personal adventures. Contact Finding Elara Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FindingElara [https://www.facebook.com/groups/FindingElara] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingelara/ [https://www.instagram.com/findingelara/] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingelarapodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@findingelarapodcast] Discord: https://discord.gg/YAhRF6J2 [https://discord.gg/YAhRF6J2] Contact BCP Discord: https://discord.gg/Ap8EWpPn [https://discord.gg/Ap8EWpPn] BCP Website: www.bcpcreative.com.au [http://www.bcpcreative.com.au/] BCP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcp.creative/ [https://www.instagram.com/bcp.creative/] BCP facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577758720164 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577758720164]