Listen "Your Title Matters with Kristin Koval"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Kristin Koval shares her inspiring journey from being a lawyer to becoming a published author with her debut novel, Penitence. She discusses the challenges she faced in her writing process, the importance of finding a good title, and her experiences in finding an agent. Bookmarks00:00 From Lawyer to Author: Kristin's Journey10:00 The Path to Publication: Finding an Agent17:27 Exploring Forgiveness: The Inspiration Behind 'Penitence'22:08 Crafting 'Penitence': Challenges and Breakthroughs28:50 Writing Process: Dual Timelines and Character PerspectivesStay Connected With Me:Substack: https://substack.com/@jasonarehartThe Write Thing: https://jasonarehart.substack.comInstagram: @jason.arehartWebsite: www.jasonarehart.comEmail: [email protected] KOVALWebsite: https://www.kristinkoval.comSubstack: https://kristinkoval.substack.comCREDITSThe Write Thing is produced and edited by Jason Arehart
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