Would you like to reinvent yourself as a writer? In this episode, accomplished author Karina May shares her advice on how to grow and setting yourself up for a successful author career. Karina also discusses her third print book, That Island Feeling, staying accountable as a writer, using social media, music playlists and more! 00:00 Introduction06:05 Nat Newman’s writing tip: Desk love!10:23 WIN! Pictures Of You by Emma Grey12:10 Word of the week: ‘Inanition’12:48 Writer in residence: Karina May19:06 Advice for setting yourself up for success22:20 Adjusting goals and rewards24:01 Finding accountability buddies25:56 Connecting with fellow writers27:20 Building an online presence30:20 Reading outside your genre31:29 The importance of having a routine32:30 How Karina uses a playlist36:34 Ensuring you have the right tools39:58 Progress on the next book40:54 Reflecting on the writing journey43:24 Attention bad spellers! 44:30 Inspiring final thoughts Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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