Romancing the Story: Writing Romance, Storytelling, and Book Structure
Sarah GamezStory enthusiast and romance writer Sarah Gamez explores the creative craft and pragmatic aspects of writing with niche topic discussions, inspirational pieces and industry insights. Join in on conversations with authors and experts on creating engaging stories, marketing your books, and navigating the (self) publishing world. Whether you write romance or not, there's plenty of tips to be found on... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 86 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Categories | BooksArtsHobbiesLeisure | ||||
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"You want to (write dark themes) in a way that's sensitive and include the dark content but also consider the impact."
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"One thing I love about the romance genre is that you're allowed to have those big, emotional moments....without apology."
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"...each enneagram has a really unhealthy bar all the way up to a healthy bar. So for me, it's 'where did my character start on the bar?' and 'how do I get them to a healthy place of the enneagram through the story?'..."
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This host just gets better and better at interviewing her well-chosen guests. Sarah Gomez is one of the most sincere people at work advancing writers and solving writer problems. Whether you create romances or fiction in another genre, chances are you will learn something surprising each time you tune in to her pod. Thank you, Sarah!
Apple Podcasts5W. Mattimoe
United Statesa year ago As an aspiring romance writer, I found this interview to be very informative and inspiring.
Audible5Amber KUnited States2 years ago- Very Inspiring
As an aspiring romance writer, I found this interview to be very informative and inspiring.
Audible5Amber KUnited States2 years ago Interesting interviews and helpful information. Especially for new authors to the genre! Highly recommend giving this a go.
Audible5CharmaineUnited States2 years ago- Helpful for navigating romance writing
Interesting interviews and helpful information. Especially for new authors to the genre! Highly recommend giving this a go.
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Centered around the exploration of storytelling, this series addresses the intricate craft of writing, particularly within the romance genre. With a diverse range of topics including character development, narrative techniques, and the nuances of publishing, the show hosts engaging dialogues with various authors and industry experts. Notably, discussions often include unique themes such as the impact of chronic illness on character creation, the adaptation of books into films, and the significance of representation in literature. This podcast provides valuable resources for not only romance writers but also for storytellers across genres, offering practical advice and inspiring narratives about the writing journey.
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