Episode 4 How Tess Sharpe Turned a YA Novel into a Netflix Thriller!

Send us a textFrom childhood notebook scribbles to groundbreaking queer YA novels, New York Times bestselling author Tess Sharpe's journey exemplifies resilience and creativity. On "Craft Chat Chronicles," Tess shares the thrill and challenges of seeing her novel "The Girls I've Been" adapted for Netflix. She discusses the importance of community support and details her role in the adaptation process, highlighting her involvement with the Writers Guild of America to maintain creative control.In our conversation, Tess explores the intricacies of intellectual property, the art of writing sequels, and the realities of no-compete clauses in publishing contracts. She candidly addresses the industry's undercurrents of privilege and offers insights into crafting resonant endings and tackling the unique challenges of the romance genre. This episode not only inspires but also provides a roadmap for navigating the literary and cinematic worlds through the lens of a pioneering author.https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=craftchatKeywords: #Tess Sharpe, #The Girls I've Been, Netflix adaptation #queer YA novels #Writers Guild of America # book to screen #publishing insights #crafting sequels #romance genre challenges #Craft Chat #optioned for film #BestsellingAuthorTips #Thrillers #romance novels, #CraftingBestsellers, #PublishingIndustryInsights, #WritingStrategies, #AuthorSuccessStories, #WritingCareerTransition, #WritingCraft  #NarrativeDevelopment, #BookMarketingStrategies,  #CreativeWritingTechniques, #NYTimesBestsellingProcess, #AuthorInterviews, #BookPromotion, #LiteraryAgents, #RealLifeExperiences #Publishing #WritingTips #J.D.Myall Support the show🎙️ Craft Chat Chronicles with J.D. Myall Candid conversations on writing, publishing, and creative life — featuring bestselling authors, MFA students, and writers at every stage of the journey. About J.D. Myall J.D. Myall is the co-chair of Drexel University’s MFA Alumni Association and a publishing and library professional. She is the creator and host of Craft Chat Chronicles, where she interviews authors, agents, and industry insiders about the art and business of writing. Her work has appeared in Ms. Magazine, Writer’s Digest, and HuffPost. Her debut novel, Heart’s Gambit, releases with Wednesday Books/Macmillan in February 2026. When she’s not conjuring magic, murder, and mayhem on the page, J.D. mentors emerging writers through workshops and alumni programs, fostering community among aspiring and published authors alike. 💜 Connect with J.D. Myall 📸 Instagram 🌐 Website & Media Kit 💌 Newsletter 🔗 Linktree Watch episodes on YouTube as well. 💜 Level up your writing process with Scrivener ...

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