Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time

Perception is Reality: How POV Shapes the World in Fiction

First person? Third person? One perspective? A cast of characters each seeing the world their own way?In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell explores the many angles and choices an author must make when writing a book, and explains how the perfect strategy for one project may not work for the next series. Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Inheritance: A Look at Unspoken Privilege and Generational Wealth in Fantasy

Does having a rich uncle mean you'll be the chosen one? Does your lineage prepare you for greatness?Not always. But in the world of fantasy books, sometimes inheritance and a lucky birth will set you up for an epic adventure. Want to know what separates our protagonists with generational wealth and knowledge from the true underdog? Check out this week's episode of A Book and A Dream.Also, don't forget to snag your copy of Inker and Crown, a tale told from the angle of the privileged in Ilbrea. https://books2read.com/InkerandCrown Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Top Six Objects to Smuggle into a Fantasy Realm

You're being whisked away to a land of fantasy and wonder. You can choose one item to bring with you...what do you choose?From the practical to the social media savvy, check out this week's episode of A Book and A Dream to hear Megan O'Russell's list of the top six things she'd try to smuggle into a fantasy realm.As mentioned in this episode, Inker and Crown releases this week! To order your copy from your favorite online store, follow this link: https://books2read.com/InkerandCrown Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

From Comic Books to MMA to Anime: An Interview with Mark Halberg of The Fandom Effect Podcast

Need something to perk you up? Need to add a little joy into your life? From Doctor Who to anime, there are a ton of niches to lose yourself in. On this week's episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell is joined by Mark Halberg from The Fandom Effect podcast. Straight from the guru's mouth, learn how to choose a new fandom to immerse yourself in and what helps transform a series from a distraction into an obsession.Find Mark onFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/FandomEffectTwitter:@FandomEffectBuzzsprout:https://fandomeffect.buzzsprout.com/1106156Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWFYIN8V21C2gvzBsJOIJxgApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fandom-effect/id1506262530Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/7fUcTKyC40nXM3cM84htOyIHeart Radio:https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-fandom-effect-63433112/Email:thefandomeffectpodcast@gmail.com Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to Ilbrea: Discover the Secrets Behind the Series

Maps, character art, insider information―all things that let our imaginations run wild as we try to figure out what might come next in the story or where the characters go after the book has ended. In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell explains how, as an author, her goal is to allow readers to escape into new worlds filled with adventure.With the files full of notes that came from writing Inker and Crown and the Ena of Ilbrea Series, a bounty of imagination-inducing Ilbrean details is now available to all.Visit https://meganorussell.com/ilbrea and see for yourself! Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Audiobook Auditions: Hitting the Narrator Jackpot

After a year-and-a-half of ups and downs, Megan has finally taken the first step into audiobooks!In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell shares how, after a lifetime as a performer, moving to the other side of the audition process was an interesting and eye opening experience. From which platform had the easiest-to-find talent to what drove home her narrator pick, check out this episode for an inside peek at choosing the right voices for Girl of Glass and The Tethering. Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

New Paths in Publishing from Wattpad to Audio: An Interview with Lydia Srofe

Speaking with special guest Lydia Srofe, Megan O'Russell explores using Wattpad as a starting point for the publishing journey, the joys of online book clubs, and the importance of venturing into audio.  If you're looking for a way to connect with other readers or trying to take the plunge into becoming a published author, don't miss the insights Lydia has to offer.Links for Lydia:The Book Witch Club: https://www.lesrofe.com/book-witch-clubAlso available wherever you get your podcast!Newsletter: https://bookwitchclub.comInstagram: @lydia.srofeLydia's primary website: https://www.lesrofe.com Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Shelving the Book―A Cautionary Tale for Creative Minds

Have you ever found a $20 bill in your pocket and said, "Wow! Thanks, past me!"In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell shares the tale of an author who sat down to write book three in a four-book series to find she'd already written a third of it. Spoiler: that author was her. Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Top Five Fictional Female Characters for World Domination

It's time for world domination, which is going to take some serious girl power!In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell shares her top five picks for fictional females she'd want by her side as she fights to become the ultimate world ruler. Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe

Diving Deeper into Ilbrea

From tiny seeds, worlds grow. In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell gives details of how Ilbrea came to be and what readers have to look forward to in this expansive world.Haven't read any books from the world of Ilbrea? Follow this link to be taken to your favorite online bookstore to get your copy of Ember and Stone: https://books2read.com/EmberandStoneWant to see the "Wheel of Ilbrea"? Follow this link! https://www.meganorussell.com/wheel-of-ilbrea Get full access to Page by Page Podcast Substack at meganorussell.substack.com/subscribe