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Listen "From Indie to Icon: Ruby Dixon on IPB, Fandom & Writing Advice for Authors"
Episode Synopsis
Ruby. Freaking. Dixon.
Yes, the Spur Queen, creator of Ice Planet Barbarians, and the best selling author of alien romance, joined us on Books & Martinis and she delivered a masterclass while keeping it real.
In this episode, Ruby drops essential writing advice, fantasy romance tips, and behind-the-scenes gems about creating viral sci-fi romance that shook BookTok, BookTube, and pretty much the entire reading universe.
We talk:
✨ Ice Planet Barbarians origins & fandom culture
✨ How she builds addictive & diverse romance book characters
✨ Insider writing tips for new authors
✨ Her publishing journey
✨ Crafting immersive sci-fi/fantasy romance worlds
✨ Blue cinnamon rolls, chaos, spice & reader ferality
✨ And how she has inspired so many!
Whether you’re a writer, a reader, an alien-lover (no judgment), or a Ruby Dixon superfan, this episode serves insight, sass, and pure author brilliance.
For more about Ruby, visit www.rubydixon.com
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Yes, the Spur Queen, creator of Ice Planet Barbarians, and the best selling author of alien romance, joined us on Books & Martinis and she delivered a masterclass while keeping it real.
In this episode, Ruby drops essential writing advice, fantasy romance tips, and behind-the-scenes gems about creating viral sci-fi romance that shook BookTok, BookTube, and pretty much the entire reading universe.
We talk:
✨ Ice Planet Barbarians origins & fandom culture
✨ How she builds addictive & diverse romance book characters
✨ Insider writing tips for new authors
✨ Her publishing journey
✨ Crafting immersive sci-fi/fantasy romance worlds
✨ Blue cinnamon rolls, chaos, spice & reader ferality
✨ And how she has inspired so many!
Whether you’re a writer, a reader, an alien-lover (no judgment), or a Ruby Dixon superfan, this episode serves insight, sass, and pure author brilliance.
For more about Ruby, visit www.rubydixon.com
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