Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time

Amazon Kindle Categories: A Love Story

Looking for your next read? Amazon categories will guide you even if you don't shop in the Kindle store. From some of the unfortunate mistakes authors make to how categories affect your next book binge, peek behind the curtain and see the nuts and bolts behind this literary love story. Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Killing Your Darlings: Who to Save and Who to Slaughter

Immense changes can be necessary between when the author feels a manuscript is ready and when the readers finally receive the book.From standing up to an editor to preserve the heart of your story to adapting how you lure your reader into the world you've created, there is a fine line between what's worth fighting for and when you should simply hit delete. Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Realistic(ish) Goals for 2021: Planning Your Writing Future

Where is the line between productivity and madness?For planning her 2021 publishing schedule, Megan O'Russell has pulled in her best resource to help her establish that fine line―her husband Chris.In this special guest episode, Chris agrees to some projects he may later come to regret. If you're having problems choosing realistic 2021 goals, this episode is for you.As mentioned in the episode, you can find the "wheel of Ilbrea" by visiting https://www.meganorussell.com/ilbrea Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Top Five Lessons Salvaged from the Dumpster Fire of 2020

Slogging through tough times can teach us valuable lessons.While 2020 has been an undeniable disaster, Megan O'Russell offers some useful advice to carry into 2021, whether you're aiming to up your writing game or just trying to get through another Zoom meeting. Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Winning by Admitting Defeat: When Shifting Course Offers a Smoother Path to Success

There are times to power through and times to step back and admit you need to change course.Reconfiguring our plans is never a fun activity, but changing our expectations of ourselves and the world can be necessary for continuing to thrive artistically as the world throws one curve ball after another into your publishing path.As mentioned in the episode, you can get your copy of The Girl Without Magic, book one in The Chronicles of Maggie Trent, by visiting https://books2read.com/maggietrent/ Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Returning to The Domes! (And to Podcasting!): Creating New Stories in Old Worlds

Ever wonder what it's like to write a new story in a well-established world? Whether you're an author considering a similar course, or a reader who loves delving into the details of your favorite worlds, you won't want to miss today's episode of A Book and A Dream.Spoiler: Hope you like cats. There may or may not be a special guest appearance...As mentioned in the podcast, Heart of Smoke is now available for preorder.And Girl of Glass can be found at your favorite online retailer by clicking here! Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Feeling Accomplished: On Releasing of My Twentieth Novel

The journey to twenty published novels in less than two years has been an interesting, crazy, and sometimes exhausting adventure. The completion of The Tale of Bryant Adams rounds off my numbers with:-Six Series-Four Completed Series-Six Audio Books-Two New Complete Collections to be Ready Before Christmas-One New Series Starting in January-Two Feline Office Assistants -Unknown Amount of Coffee Consumed-One World's Best Husband Who Makes the Coffee and Keeps Me (semi)Sane. Cheers to the next twenty books...though I may need a nap first.Get your copy of Five Simple Steps here: https://books2read.com/fivelawsGet your copy of Ena of Ilbrea: The Four Book Saga here: https://books2read.com/enaofilbrea/ Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

From Harry Potter to Hunger Games: The Politics of YA Fiction

Every story has its inspiration, and when drawing concepts from the real world, touching on the political becomes inevitable. From revolutions to classism, this episode of A Book and A Dream looks at some young adult reading favorites and how their political leanings could be (mis)interpreted. Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Have You Heard: The Difference Between Audible and Your Local Library

Audiobooks may be the wave of the future, but there are hurdles indie authors need to conquer first. If you enjoy audiobooks, especially if you are an Audible member, this episode is important for your listening future. The path to great listening experiences is paved by the work of authors and narrators. If you want great audiobooks to continue to be produced, please remember the end of this story will be written by the listeners. Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

The Theatrics of Writing

Storytelling―one of the most rewarding ways to communicate and a great way to describe acting and being an author. The similarities between theatre and writing a book extend deeper than the act of communicating through stories, and understanding those connections can help an author craft a stronger narrative and a lusher world for readers to explore. Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe