Listen "Episode 200 Part 2: Ink & Insights: The All-Male Panel on Writing"
Episode Synopsis
Join host Edith for a special episode of Book Lovers Companion as she welcomes five talented male authors: Rob Creekmore, Alex Foster, Daniel Bautz, Robert Craven, and Toby LeBlanc, for an engaging and diverse panel discussion. In this episode, each author introduces themselves, discusses their unique writing journeys, and reads excerpts from their books ranging from thrillers and crime stories to speculative and literary fiction. The authors also explore the complexities of character development, the challenges of indie publishing, and whether there's a need for all-male publishing houses in today’s literary landscape. Don’t miss out on this insightful and entertaining discussion!Chapters00:00 Introduction and Welcome02:34 Meet the Authors: Rob Creekmore12:42 Meet the Authors: Daniel Bautz21:07 Meet the Authors: Toby LeBlanc29:11 Meet the Authors: Alex Foster34:09 Meet the Authors: Robert Craven40:35 Crow's Investigation and Setting41:33 Climate Change and Local Impact42:42 Tourism and Environmental Concerns45:46 Publishing Industry and Gender Dynamics52:36 Writing Female Characters01:03:42 Challenges of Independent Publishing01:16:36 Final Thoughts and ReflectionsIf you like what we do, you might consider buying us a coffee. You can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/booklovercom or here: https://ko-fi.com/bookcompanion You can also support us via Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/bookcompanion or via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bookcompanion Follow us: Web: https://book-lovers-companion.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/book_companion Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ez.fiction.7/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/book_companion/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6vyAyrh3zzsxNeexfyU0uA Feedback is always welcome: [email protected] Music: English Country Garden by Aaron Kenny Video Link: https://youtu.be/mDcADD4oS5E
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