#027: TL McCoy on Inclusive Fantasy, Indie Success & AI Marketing

11/09/2025 46 min Temporada 1 Episodio 27
#027: TL McCoy on Inclusive Fantasy, Indie Success & AI Marketing

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Episode Synopsis

TL McCoy didn’t plan to write a middle-grade fantasy novel. But when she learned that only 3.4% of children’s books feature disabled protagonists, and her own granddaughter was diagnosed with Dravet Syndrome, Delilah Versus the Ghastly Grim was born.In this powerful episode of Writer Unblocked, TL shares how she:Pivoted from a psychological thriller to inclusive children’s fictionSelf-published like a pro earning awards and bestseller statusUsed AI to create a full-scale marketing plan with promo videos and streaming adsTurned personal heartbreak into a story of strengthStays unblocked with walks, music, and radical purposeYou’ll also hear our honest take on AI’s role in publishing, from marketing help to creative red flags.Links:Book: Delilah Versus the Ghastly GrimWebsite: www.blueroundbookgroup.comInstagram: @blue_round_book_group_llcYouTube: Blue Round Book GroupFor more information about Writer Unblocked please visit writerunblockedpodcast.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.