Author Kelly Farmer talks with Jen Graybeal about writing queer contemporary romance filled with snark, heart, and authentic connection. She shares her journey from early storytelling to publishing inclusive love stories that help readers feel seen.Kelly spotlights her Vector City Supers trilogy—a superhero romance series about found family, second chances, and chasing dreams—with Book 3 launching this month. She also dives into the craft of writing sapphic romance, building community through author collectives, and using improv’s “yes, and” creativity to stay inspired.Perfect for romance authors and writers seeking insight, motivation, and practical advice from an author who’s building joy one book at a time.LinksKelly Farmer’s website: https://www.kellyfarmerauthor.com/The Brightest Blaze, Vector City Supers Book 3: https://amzn.to/4scy7FQ Vector City Supers Series: https://amzn.to/4lyRfeGKelly’s Socials: @kellyfarmerauthor · Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kellyfarmerauthor/· Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyfarmerauthor/· Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/kellyfarmerauthor.bsky.socialAuthors, Organizations, and Books we mentionedAvery Flynn: https://averyflynn.com/R.L. Merrill: https://www.rlmerrillauthor.com/Shannon Schroeder/ Sloane Steele: https://shannynschroeder.com/about-shannyn/Rules of a Rebound by Julie Carver: https://amzn.to/3NeuUqeHeated Rivalry Series by Rachel Reid: https://amzn.to/4uUZCFVChicago North Romance Writers: https://www.chicagonorthromancewriters.com/Chicago Spring Fling, April dates: https://www.chicagonorthromancewriters.com/spring-flingPWHL, Professional Women’s Hockey League: https://www.thepwhl.com/en/ About KellyKelly Farmer (she/her) has been writing romance novels since junior high. While the stories have changed, one theme remains the same: everyone deserves to have a happy ending. She is the bestselling author of queer contemporary romances with snarky humor and lots of heart.When not writing, she enjoys being outside in nature, quoting from eighties movies, listening to all kinds of music, and petting every dog she comes in contact with. All of these show up in her books. Kelly lives in the Chicago area, where she swears every winter is her last one there.To connect with Kelly, talk about current TV binges, and subscribe to her newsletter for access to free bonus stories, head over to www.kellyfarmerauthor.comWork It: A 6- Week Coaching Intensive for Authors Information, registration, testimonials: https://www.jentheeditor.com/work-it Where to find JenWebsite: https://www.jentheeditor.com/All the socials: @jentheeditorSubscribe to Jen's newsletter for Author Marketing and Mental Health tipshttps://www.jentheeditor.com/subscribe

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