On the Write Track Podcast
Episodes
48: Jill Tew: Dystopian Worlds & Bringing Business on Hustle, Romantasy, and Reinventing Dystopian Fiction
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with author Jill Tew for an unfiltered conversation about the dystopian genre and the hustle of writing. Jil...
47: Rebecca Ross: on Writing Her Book of the Heart, Perseverance, Health, and Longevity
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of On the Write Track, Sarah and Emily sit down with Rebecca Ross, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Divine Rivals, to talk abou...
46: Ken Liu: Imagination, Invention, and the Future of Fantasy
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Emily and Sarah for a conversation with award-winning author Ken Liu — the Hugo, Nebula, and World Fantasy Award–winning writer behind The Pa...
45: James Islington on Craft, Career, and Creating The Will of the Many
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From a tech startup to bestselling fantasy author, James Islington joins hosts Sarah and Emily for an episode of On the Write Track for a deep dive in...
44: Tina Mars: Following the Energy
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of On the Write Track, Emily and Sarah sit down with Tina Mars, one of Bookstagram’s breakout stars turned debut fantasy author. Tin...
43: Nisha Tuli: Crowning Your Own Success on Romantasy, and Owning Your Author Journey
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Sarah and Emily welcome bestselling romantasy author Nisha Tuli for an inspiring dive into building an authentic, sustainable career from i...
42: Melissa de la Cruz & Margaret Stohl on Writing, Reinvention, and Building Creative Worlds
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah and Emily sit down to discuss what does it take to not only survive but thrive across decades in publishing? In this episode of On the Write Tra...
41: V.E. Schwab: The Long Game on Writing Across Genres and Staying Inspired
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of On the Write Track, Sarah and Emily sit down with #1 New York Times bestselling author V.E. Schwab for a conversation on what it re...
40: Katherine Arden on Romance, Ghosts, Winter, and Storytelling in Atmospheric Settings
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, co-hosts Sarah and Emily sit down with Katherine Arden, the critically acclaimed and NYT bestselling author of The Bear and the Night...
39: Shelby Mahurin: Fantasy, Spice, and Staying True on Navigating Romantasy and Authenticity
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with Shelby Mahurin, New York Times bestselling author of Serpent & Dove and the Scarlet Veil, to dive into ...
38: Olivie Blake: Indie to Trad Pub: The Journey of NYT bestseller Olivie Blake
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with bestselling author Olivie Blake to explore the intricacies of her routine and craft, the beauty in chao...
37: Ava Reid: Crafting Chaos, Grimdark Worlds, Retellings and the Art of Organic Readership
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with New York Times bestselling author Ava Reid of A Study in Drowning and Lady Macbeth, to dive into the ar...
36: Adalyn Grace: Preserving Your Writing Vision, Navigating Agent Relationships, and Building a Lasting Readership
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with Adalyn Grace, the New York Times bestselling author of the Belladonna series, to explore the journey of...
35: Rachel Strolle on Teen Librarianship and YallFest
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode, we sit down with Rachel Strolle, a dynamic teen librarian, programmer, and the communications director for YALLFest and YA...
34: Mychal Threets the Librarian: Turning Pages, Libraries, Social Media and Mental Health
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode, hosts Sarah and Emily sit down with Mychal Threets, a dedicated librarian whose passion for books and community has made a ...
33: Breanne Randall: The Magic of Going Viral as a Writer and Bestselling Lists
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with Breanne Randall, the New York Times bestselling author renowned for her magical realism novels and goin...
32: Gigi Griffis: Drafting A Book in 30 Days, Writing for Netflix, & Marketing
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Emily and Sarah sit down with the prolific author Gigi Griffis, renowned for her YA novel "The Wicked Unseen" and her groundbreaking ...
31: Daphne Tonge: The Story Behind Illumicrate and Daphne Press
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on this episode as Sarah and Emily delve into the world of subscription boxes and publishing with Daphne Tonge, the founder of Illumicrate and...
30: Ehigbor Okosun: Crafting Worlds without being Boxed In: A Dive into Adult Fantasy
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Sarah and Emily as they sit down with Ehigbor Okosun, the #1 Sunday times bestseller of Forged by Blood known, captivating adult fantasy . ...
29: Foreign Rights Agent Taryn Fagerness: Exploring International Publishing
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Sarah and Emily as they dive into the fascinating world of foreign sales and publishing with special guest Agent Taryn Fagerness, a seasone...
28: Gretchen Schreiber Breaking Barriers: A Conversation on Disabilities in Fiction
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us in this enlightening episode as we sit down with Gretchen Schreiber a prominent voice in the world of YA contemporary and romance and celebrit...
27: Rani Shah & Lilly Singh’s Library: From Words to Representation and Elevating South Asian Books
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sarah and Emily have the pleasure of interviewing Rani Shah, a South Asian author and the curator of Lilly Singh's library. Join us a...
26: Austin Public Library Behind the Stacks: Book Bans, Library Management and Inclusive Spaces with Sean Godfrey & Kathleen Houlihan
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, hosts Sarah and Emily dive deep into the world of library management, book curation, events, and creating inclusive spaces. Joining t...
25: Victoria Aveyard: Unveiling A Longterm Career, TikTok and an Author’s 5 Year Plan
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Sarah and Emily as they delve into the extraordinary world of bestselling author Victoria Aveyard. In this intimate interview, Sarah and Em...
24: LitJoy Crate Co-Founders Alix & Kelly: Secrets of Innovating Book Boxes and Special Editions
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this exciting episode, Sarah and Emily host the first and largest US based book box with the brilliant co-founders Alix and Kelly! LitJoy Crate is ...
23: Co Founding Book Festivals: Imaginarium's Co-founder Nadège Richards
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Sarah and Emily in a riveting episode as they sit down with Nadège Richards, one of the brilliant minds behind Imaginarium, the fantasy book fes...
22: M.L. Rio: Publishing Hard Truths Unveiled in a Candid Author Conversation
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, hosts Sarah and Emily sit down with viral sensation and author of the bestselling IF WE WERE VILLAINS, where M.L. Rio has a raw and r...
21: Blue Bicycle Books and YallFest: Behind the Shelves of the Indie Bookstore Journey with Jonathan Sanchez
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Sarah and Emily as they sit down with Jonathan Sanchez, the visionary owner of Blue Bicycle Books, to explore the world of independent book...
20: Fairyloot Co Founder Anissa: Unveiling the Magic of Book Boxes: A Behind-the-Scenes Look
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Emily and Sarah as they delve into the enchanting world of Fairyloot, the largest book box subscription service for book and fantasy lovers...
19: Susan Dennard: Unveiling the Secrets behind an Author Career of Longevity
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, join hosts Sarah and Emily as they delve deep into the spellbinding world of New York Times bestselling fantasy author, Susan Dennard...
18: Joseline Diaz: From Book Selling to Book Events, Behind the Scenes of the Bookstore Scene
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us in this exciting episode as we sit down with Joseline Diaz, a book seller at the renowned bookstore Keplers, she went from working with books ...
17: Fonda Lee: From Manuscript to Masterpiece: Building a Long Author Career in the SFF Genre
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah and Emily interview award winning critically acclaimed author of the Jade City series, Fonda Lee. In this illuminating episode, Fonda tells list...
16: Intisar Khanani: Resilience, Author Patreons and the Longevity of a Book
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Intisar Khanani, beloved author of Thorn and the Sunbolt Chronicles sits down with Emily and Sarah to share her unique publishing experience, her idea...
15: Ayushi: The role of Authors in Social Media and how to Make Yourself stand out on TikTok
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Emily and Sarah ask Booktoker Ayushi to spill the tea about authors entering reviewer spaces and breaks down the etiquette of authors interacting with...
14: Deborah Fayale: Unveiling the Challenges of Editing; A Journey through Publishing, Editing Burnout, and Mental Health
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this thought-provoking episode, Sarah and Emily are honored to host the talented author of BLOOD SCION, Deborah Fayale, as she shares her inspiring...
13: Jesse Q. Sutanto: Switching from Bad Literary Agents and Crafting Multifaceted Stories From Mystery to Satire and Everything In Between
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this exciting episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with the brilliant and versatile bestselling author, Jesse Q. Sutanto. Join us as we dive into the ...
12: Nadia Saward: Beyond the Pages of UK Publishing with an Orbit UK editor
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sarah and Emily interview esteemed guest Nadia Saward, a seasoned editor from Orbit UK to gain unique editing insights and behind-the...
11: Ayman's Books: Uncovering the World of Booktok
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Sarah and Emily on "Uncovering Booktok " as we delve into the captivating world of Ayman's Books, a renowned Booktok personality and social media...
10: George Jreije: Successfully Writing for Middle-Grade Readers and the Importance of Arab Representation and Marketing Your Book
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with a traditionally published middle-grade author who has made it their mission to provide representation f...
09: Mara Delgado Sanchez: The Secret World of a Macmillan Wednesday Books Editor
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sarah and Emily interview an editor of Wednesday Books, Mara Delgado Sanchez, to dive into the exciting and complex world of publishi...
08: Paige Terlip: Agenting and Advocating for Authors
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Paige Terlip, agent* at Andrea Brown Literary Agency chats to Sarah and Emily about her transition to agenting; her strategies for sales, advice to ne...
07: Liselle Sambury: Author Longevity and BookTube
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Liselle Sambury, author and Booktuber, chats to Emily and Sarah about her publishing journey, her advice for new authors and battling the expectations...
06: G Willow Wilson: Co-creating Ms. Marvel, Writing for Comics & Having to Write your Marginalization
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Emily and Sarah interview the amazing G. Willow Wilson - co-creator of Ms. Marvel, award winning fantasy author and comic book writer. G. Willow Wilso...
05: Kristin Dwyer: Drawing Emotions in Storytelling & Building your Writing Community
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kristin Dwyer chats to Emily and Sarah about her incredible publishing journey, her tips for building a strong writer community, and what happens when...
04: Jananie K. Velu: A Deep Dive on Booktube, Netflix, and more
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sarah and Emily interview the popular Booktuber and Bookgrammer Jananie K. Velu! Jananie talks to us about her journey launching her ...
03: Joanna Volpe: Author/Agent Relationships
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are thrilled to share this week’s new episode featuring Jo Volpe, the agent extraordinaire and founder of the powerhouse New Leaf Literary Agency...
02: Judy I. Lin: The Power of Worldbuilding Through Folklore
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sarah and Emily interview the number 1 New York Times Bestselling author, Judy I. Lin. Judy talks to us about her experience launchin...
01: On the Write Track with Emily Varga and Sarah M. Rana
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first episode of On the Write Track podcast! In this episode Sarah and Emily interview each other, give you an overview of their writin...
Trailer
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to On the Write Track Podcast! Emily Varga and Sarah Mughal Rana are both Young Adult authors with Debut novels coming out in 2024 with Wedne...