Craft Chat Chronicles
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Season 3 Episode 12 From Rejection to Resilience: Dhonielle Clayton on Writing Diverse Stories and Thriving in Publishing
23 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us Fan MailIn this powerful episode, New York Times bestselling author Dhonielle Clayton shares her inspiring journey from aspiring doctor to a l...
Season 3 Episode 11: Alan Gratz Reveals the Secrets Behind His NYT Bestseller Success – and How You Can Achieve It Too
09 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us Fan MailNew York Times bestselling author Alan Gratz takes us on a captivating journey from the struggles of an unagented writer to achieving ...
Season 3 Episode 10: The Art of Writing in Dual Perspectives: Denny S. Bryce on Ella Fitzgerald & Marilyn Monroe Reimagined
25 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us Fan MailWhat do jazz legend Ella Fitzgerald and Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe have in common? Join us as we uncover the remarkable bond that t...
Season 3 Episode 9: Can Media Buzz Alone Make Your Book a Bestseller? The Truth About Publicity vs. Marketing with Corinne Mulder
11 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered if media coverage alone can drive book sales? Join us on Craft Chat Chronicles as we welcome Corinne Mulder, Vi...
Season 3 Episode 8:How Reese Witherspoon’s Lit Up Program Helped Ariel Vinson Land a Penguin Teen Book Deal
28 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us Fan MailAriel Vinson joins us to share her fascinating journey from the world of journalism to becoming a creative writer. With a background t...
Season 3 Episode 7: Pitch, Write, Sell: Jordan Taylor’s Blueprint for Book Proposals That Work
14 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textAward-winning author Jordan Taylor takes us on a thrilling journey from her days as a tech reporter to becoming a best-selling novelist. Le...
A Writer’s Journey: From Burnout to Breakthrough: How Real Writers Beat Writer’s Block
01 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textFeeling stuck in your writing? Struggling with writer’s block, creative burnout, or that relentless voice of imposter syndrome telling yo...
Season 3 Episode 5: Mastering the Book Tour: Heather Christie on Writing, Public Speaking, and Author Events
28 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textSend us a textCurious about managing multiple writing projects while preparing for author talks and book tour presentations? Tune in as we ...
Season 3 Episode 4: Exposing Book Bans & Publishing’s Dark Side with NYT Bestselling Author Samira Ahmed
14 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textNew York Times bestselling author Samira Ahmed joins us for an eye-opening episode that challenges the status quo of the publishing world. ...
Special Episode: From Page to Performance: Recording Fourth Wing & Heart’s Gambit
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🎙️ How Fourth Wing & Heart’s Gambit Were Recorded | Audiobook Narrator Tips, Auditions, PFH Rates & Multicast SecretsThe cir...
Season 3 Episode 3: Maximizing Your MFA Journey: Tips, Tricks, and Emotional Resilience from Drexel Alumni
31 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textUnlock the secrets to making the most of your MFA Creative Writing program with insights straight from Drexel University's Alumni A...
A Writer's Journey: Inside the Making of Heart’s Gambit: Circus Magic, Time Travel, and the Real Truth About Publishing a Debut
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThe curtain lifts on circus magic, high-stakes romance, and the unfiltered reality of publishing a debut fantasy novel.In this candid, b...
Season 4 Episode 7: Behind the Scenes of an MFA: Navigating Writing, Publishing, and Community
25 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wonder what really goes on behind the scenes of a Master of Fine Arts program? Today, we sit down with Drexel University's MFA...
Season 3 Episode 2: Writing Craft, Market Trends, and Agent Insights: Sarah Younger’s Blueprint for Success
17 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat if a book could change the entire course of your career? Join us on Craft Chat Chronicles as we sit down with literary agent Sarah ...
Season 3 Episode 1: From Self-Publishing to Newbery & Emmy Wins: Kwame Alexander’s Inspirational Path
03 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textFrom aspiring biochemist to bestselling author, Kwame Alexander's literary journey is nothing short of inspiring. What if a single ...
Season 4 Episode 3: From Courtrooms to Bestsellers: Jeff Zentner's Literary Journey and Insights
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat does it take to transition from a legal career to becoming a bestselling young adult author? Join us on Craft Chat Chronicles as we...
Season 2 Episode 12: Expert Writing Tips from JR Dawson: From First Pages to Final Drafts
20 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textUnlock the secrets of crafting unforgettable stories with JR Dawson, the brilliant mind behind "The First Bright Thing." In ou...
Season 2 Episode 11: The Agent Behind the Hits: Suzie Townsend on Creating Bestsellers!
06 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered what it takes to transition from a high school English teacher to a vice president at a top literary agency? Susie Townsen...
A Writer’s Journey: Bad Art Friend and the Messy Realities of Writer Friendships
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver had a friend steal your kidney story? Neither had we until we dove into the notorious "Bad Art Friend" literary scandal t...
Season 2 Episode 10: How to Stand Out in a Crowded Market: Amy K Runyan’s Top Manuscript Tips
22 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered how to captivate an agent’s attention with your manuscript? Join us for an enlightening conversation with award-winning ...
Season 3 Episode 6: Shalini Abeysekara Guide to Thriving in the Publishing World
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered what it takes to transform rejection letters into a publishing triumph? Join us on Craft Chat Chronicles as Shalini Abeyse...
Season 2 Episode 9: From History to Romance: How Eliza Knight Built a Bestselling Career as a Hybrid Author
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered how a childhood love for storytelling can transform into a successful writing career? Join us as we sit down with USA Toda...
A Writer’s Journey: Ryan Coogler’s Sinners and the Future of Vampire Storytelling
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textRyan Coogler's "Sinners" has captivated audiences with its fresh take on vampire mythology set against the racially charg...
A Writer’s Journey: Black Representation in Vampire Stories from The Vampire Diaries to Interview with the Vampire
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThe supernatural world of vampires has captivated audiences for generations, but how these stories represent Black characters reveals mu...
Season 2 Episode 8: How Paris, Cancer, and COVID Shaped a Memoir: Robin Allison Davis’s Journey
25 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered what it’s like to face a life-threatening illness in a foreign country during a global pandemic? Join us for a conversat...
Season 2 Episode 7: 2025’s Hottest New Titles: Meet the Debut Authors Behind the Buzz!
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of Craft Chat Chronicles, hosted by J.D. Myall, we’re excited to bring you a dynamic Debut Author Panel featuring some...
A Writer’s Journey: Overcoming Writer’s Block, Self-Doubt, and Imposter Syndrome
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEvery writer knows the paralyzing feeling of staring at a blank page, unable to move forward. But what if writer's block isn't...
Season 2 Episode 6: Launching Your Author Podcast: Tips from the Afronauts Podcast Team
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat if the loss of a dear friend could spark a new beginning that transforms the literary landscape for Black authors? Join us in this ...
Season 2 Episode 5: From Photographer to YA Novelist: Rebecca Dazenbaker's Journey to Publication
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered how to seamlessly transition from corporate life to becoming a successful author? Join us on Craft Chat Chronicles as we s...
A Writer’s Journey: Finding Identity, Voice, and Story in the Creative Process
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWelcome to the inaugural episode of "A Writer's Journey," where we peel back the curtain on the creative process with hon...
Season 2 Episode 4: Hena Khan on Writing, Editing, and Mastering Middle Grade Books!
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textCould your next favorite children's book be waiting inside this episode? Join us on Craft Chat Chronicles as we sit down with the i...
Season 2 Episode 3: From Ghostwriter to Debut Novel Success: Veronica Bane's Journey
16 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDiscover the secrets behind captivating storytelling with debut author Veronica Bane in this episode of Craft Chat Chronicles. Veronica ...
Season 2 Episode 2: From Script Editor to Six-figure Book Deals: Holly Race Discusses Feminist Fantasy, Tudor Queens, and Writing Craft
02 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHow did a script editor in the UK television and film industry transform into a best-selling author? Join us on Craft Chat Chronicles as...
Season 2 Episode 1: Breaking into Graphic Novels and Illustration with Sarah Mai
19 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat if the key to captivating storytelling lies not just in creativity but in the rigorous study of literature? Join us on Craft Chat C...
Episode 12: Crafting Compelling Stories: Tips from NYT Bestselling Author Ladarian Williams
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat if you could transform setbacks into a launching pad for success? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Ladarian Williams, t...
Episode 11: From Debut During COVID-19 to Disney Success: Author Emma Theriault 's Literary Journey
21 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDisney author Emma Theriault is here to share the captivating journey behind her debut novel, Rebel Rose. Join us as she recounts the un...
Episode 10: Debut Author Jamie D'Amato's Road to Becoming a Published Writer
07 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered what it takes to turn a childhood passion for stories into a published novel? Join us on Craft Chat Chronicles as we sit d...
Episode 9: Turning Rejections into Bestsellers with Author Kimberly Latrice Jones
24 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered how a former clown from Ringling Brothers transitions to writing a Joker graphic novel for DC Comics? Join us on this epis...
Episode 8: Navigating the Writing World: Author Denny S. Bryce and Literary Agent Eric Smith on MFA's, Craft and Career
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered how fan fiction could pave the way to a bestselling author career? Tune into this inspiring double episode of Craft Chat C...
Episode 7: Empowering Voices: Connie Schofield Morrison's Journey Through Children's Literature
26 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat if your storytelling dreams could transform into an award-winning career? Join us on Craft Chat Chronicles as we sit down with the ...
Episode 6: Inside the World of Award-Winning YA and Children's Literature with Sarah Glenn Marsh
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered how a ghost story can turn rejections into a celebrated book launch? Join us on Craft Chat Chronicles as we sit down with ...
From Fox News to Media Stardom: Emmy-Winning Paula Rizzo’s Author Branding Blueprint
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textPull back the curtain on the fascinating world of media with Emmy award-winning television producer Paula Rizzo. Ever wondered how to la...
From Programmer to Sci-Fi Author and YouTuber: Kris KM Fajardo on Writing 'Local Heavens' and Building Authenticity
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered what it takes to leave a tech career for the unpredictable world of full-time writing? Join us as we sit down with debut a...
Episode 5: Crafting Futures: Jill Tew's Journey into Dystopian Romance and Diverse Fiction
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat if you could transform stress-filled corporate days into successful storytelling? Our guest, Jill Tu, did just that. We talk about ...
Episode 4 How Tess Sharpe Turned a YA Novel into a Netflix Thriller!
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textFrom childhood notebook scribbles to groundbreaking queer YA novels, New York Times bestselling author Tess Sharpe's journey exempl...
Episode 3 Unveiling the Art of Dark Academia: Ava Reid on Crafting Bestsellers and Navigating Literary Fame
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhen the blank page becomes a canvas for a bestselling novel, what's the secret behind the first stroke of genius? Ava Reid, acclai...
Episode 2 Bestseller Blueprint: Sadiqa Johnson's Secrets to Literary Success
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textJoin us as New York Times bestselling author Sadiqa Johnson shares lessons on crafting bestsellers. Embark on a literary voyage with us ...
Episode 1 Unlock the Secrets to Writing a New York Times Bestselling Novel with Gilly Segal
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textJoin us as New York Times best-selling author Gilly Segal shares lessons on crafting bestsellers. Transitioning from law to literary sta...