We have author Jessica Brody on the show with us today! Jessica’s written and published multiple books in various genres, including Unforgotten, Unremembered, 52 Reasons to Hate My Father, and The Karma Club. She also just recently released her newest book Boys of Summer. Two of her Young Adult novels were acquired for feature film adaptations being made by producers who produced ‘Vampire Academy’, ‘Life of Pi’, and ‘Slumdog Millionaire’.
I’m super excited to share today’s episode with you because we fully unpack rituals and habits that do not allow for creative blocks to slow you down.
We also zone in on the technicalities of writing, the kinds of writing programs and softwares that work the best for writers, how marketing and social media impacts the sales of books and the engagement of your readers, and so much more!
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“Writing from a negative space never really results in anything good.”
“If you don’t write anything, you can’t fix anything.”
“Writing is all about habit, routine, and forward momentum.”
What You’ll Learn From This Episode:
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Jessica’s writing process and how she applies ‘Save The Cat’ screen writing method
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Writing rituals that push you through creative blocks
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Writing from a positive headspace
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Finding ways to get your potential readers to interact with your story
- Interactive marketing ideas that will get your audience engaged in your story in new and exciting ways
- How to approach your teen audience on social media and using social media to expand your audience
Learn More About Jessica Brody
Jessica Brody is the author of several popular books for teens,including Unforgotten, Unremembered, 52 Reasons to Hate My Father, and The Karma Club, as well as two adult novels. She splits her time between California and Colorado.
Jessica’s Recommended Books & Resources:
Jessica Brody’s Writing Class on Udemy – 88 Cups of Tea listeners get 50% off of her course by clicking here!
Save The Cat by Blake Snyder
Freedom App
Evernote
Udemy
SCBWI
Women’s Writers of America