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Literary Blend: A Publishing Podcast

Demi Michelle Schwartz
Publishing Wait Times
Audiobook Narration
Publishing
Young Adult Literature
Heroine's Journey
Inspiration
Poetry
Writing (poetry, Short Stories, Novels)
Querying
Short Stories
Writing Advice
Hero's Journey
Multi-Genre Writing
Storytelling
Buddy Bolden
Writing
Horror
Submissions
Band
Literary Agents

Welcome to Literary Blend: A Publishing Podcast, hosted by Demi Michelle Schwartz. Tune into new chapters every other Sunday to hear insightful conversations with authors, agents, editors, and other publishing industry professionals. There’s no perfect recipe for chasing a dream in publishing, but Demi hopes this show gives you the ingredients to bake yours into reality.

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Keep the lights on because it’s time for thriller and horror talk! I’m beyond excited to share my incredible conversation with J.D. Barker for chapter eighty-nine of Literary Blend. From bouncing between the thriller and horror genres to tips for the... more

I’m so honored to bring you chapter eighty-eight of Literary Blend with Chaylee McCleese about pursuing publishing as a chronically ill author. Chaylee really opened up during our conversation, sharing what writing means to her, how she continues to ... more

Do you ever struggle to work writing into your schedule? If so, chapter eighty-seven of Literary Blend is for you. Jessica K. Foster joined me to chat all about writing on a time budget. Packed with advice and personal experiences, our conversation p... more

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Chapter eighty-six of Literary Blend is truly one for the books! Literary agent Matthew Valdez sat down with me to talk about the humanity of publishing, from the magic of falling in love with a story to the challenges that come along with subjectivi... more

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Recent Guests

Matthew Valdez
Literary agent at Megabo Literary
Megabo Literary
Episode: Chapter 86 - The Humanity of Publishing with Matthew Valdez
Racquel Sims
Author; English teacher; publishing professional
Episode: Chapter 85 - Building Up Publishing Credits While Querying with Racquel Sims
Kathleen Li
Audio narrator and voice artist specializing in children's and adult audiobooks
Episode: Chapter 84 - All About Audiobook Narration with Kathleen Li
Avery Timmons
YA author with titles including Thicker Than Water and Mamed
Wild Ink Publishing
Episode: Chapter 83 - Writing Personal Teen Experiences into Young Adult with Avery Timmons
Lexi Heathermoor
Adult dark romance writer
Episode: Chapter 82 - Emotional Shifts and the Creative Process with Lexi Heathermoor
Z. T. Fairfax
Author, writer in Young Adult Horror; also a poet and waiter
Episode: Chapter 81 - Surviving Publishing’s Long Wait Times with Z. T. Fairfax
Victoria L. Bilstein
Funeral director and embalmer based in the Midwest
Independent funeral industry professional
Episode: Chapter 80 - Horror from a Mortician’s Perspective with Victoria L. Bilstein
Mickey Black
Author; author of the soon-to-be-published novel
Author; self-published author
Episode: Chapter 79 - Finding Light and Hope Through Writing with Mickey Black
Alana Avellino
Canadian author and poet
Episode: Chapter 78 - Pulling Back the Poetry Curtain with Alana Avellino

Host

Demi Michelle Schwartz
Host of Literary Blend: A Publishing Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Great stuff!

    Listening to how to get books on library shelves, I found myself taking notes. If I’m making notes, your podcast is providing helpful information! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mojo0905
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great tips on line level writing!

    Loved your interview with Christine on line level writing! So often we hear “show don’t tell”—but line level seems to go one step further: feel, move, immerse. I appreciate all of your tips and resources (plus the Taylor Swift shoutout!!). Thanks Demi & Christine!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LenaMunzer
    United States2 years ago
  • Helpful Writing Resources in Fast-Moving Chapters

    The Literary Blend has become a go-to podcast for writing tips and strategies. Demi does a great job keeping the conversations focused, and she’s lined up guests with a variety of experiences in writing and publishing. I like the relatively short nature of each episode, too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BBNNC1
    United States2 years ago
  • Great new writing podcast!

    Just two chapters in and I’m already loving Demi’s personality and her insightful conversations with fabulous guests. If you’re a writer, this is one podcast you don’t want to miss!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Great real estate app
    United States2 years ago
  • Exciting new writing podcast

    Loving the vibes and the writerly podcast.

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    anima_s
    United States2 years ago

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Host's warm, approachable style is repeatedly highlighted as a strength.
The mix of craft and industry business makes for timely, useful content.

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Chapter 76 - Writing Historical Mystery with Norman Woolworth
Q: If you could partner with any historical figure to solve a mystery, who would you choose and why?
Sigmund Freud would bring a fascinating dimension, as his psychoanalytic approach could unlock subconscious motives and dreams that drive the mystery forward.
Chapter 76 - Writing Historical Mystery with Norman Woolworth
Q: What is one of the biggest lessons you've learned as an author?
Reading is an act of creation for the reader, so the author must embrace that by crafting scenes and characters in a way that invites multiple interpretations while maintaining a plausible narrative that can evolve with new insights.
Chapter 76 - Writing Historical Mystery with Norman Woolworth
Q: How long did you spend on research for these books, and what does your process look like?
I read broadly before starting, then dive into targeted sources to answer specific questions as they arise, and I keep a running list of 'parking lot issues' to address later, while allowing for some flexible, panster-style drafting.
Chapter 76 - Writing Historical Mystery with Norman Woolworth
Q: Be prepared for some agony, but also just sort of the joy of the ride, if you will. There are times when it feels pretty lonely. What would you say to aspiring historical mystery writers about that experience?
Be prepared for the emotional ups and downs of writing, lean on a small but trusted circle of readers who provide feedback, and remember that the process is as much about community as it is about solitary drafting.
Chapter 77 - Book Publicity in Today’s Media Landscape with Leah Paulos
Q: What is a practical first step for an author beginning their publicity effort?
Fine-tune core messaging and press materials, then identify a manageable set of target outlets and formats to start building momentum.

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