The Wannabe Author
Episodes
Connecting w/ Taryn Christeen
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the final episode of season two, from your favorite little wannabe author.Taryn’s current read/obsession:Dark Age by Pierce Brown2025 Net...
Connecting w/ Mary + Anne
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For the first time on The Wannabe Author, not only did we have the privilege from learning from one guest author, but two. Authors Mary Dublin and Ann...
The Architecture of Story w/ Meg Rosenthal
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today on The Wannabe Author we were FED!!! In today's collaborative episode, I had the fabulous opportunity of introducing author, editor and now podc...
Connecting w/ Charla Ayers
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode, we are privileged to hear and learn from author and editor, Charla Ayers. This episode we dive into Charla’s journey in celebrati...
Connecting w/ Charlotte Balogh
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are honored to learn and hear from screenwriter and author Charlotte Lillie Balogh. Charlotte’s journey to publication was such a...
Connecting w/ Logan Karlie
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today on The Wannabe Author, we were BLESSED to listen to NYT bestselling author, Logan Karlie. I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know Logan over ...
Connecting w/ Alexandra D’Amico
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Here on The Wannabe Author we have been privileged to hear from a wide range of guests, spanning from indie/trad authors, debuts to industry veterans ...
Connecting w/ Sara Phoebe Miller
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are privileged to learn from author and editor, Sara Phoebe Miller. I can’t correctly put into words the the insight I gathered from listen...
Connecting w/ Jayda Martin
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we are privileged to hear from aspiring author and marketing specialist, Jayda Martin. When it comes to publishing and writing th...
Connecting w/ Hollie Nelson
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the Wannabe Author, we had the privilege of hearing from debut author Hollie Nelson. In this conversation we get to hear Hollie’s journey t...
Connecting w/ Alexandra Kennington
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to season two of the Wannabe Author. In today’s episode, I had the honor of sitting with debut author Alexandra Kennington about her journey...
The Journey Finale w/ Taryn Christeen
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey, Hi. It’s me. Your favorite little wannabe author. Today’s episode I interview myself. I give ya’ll the skinny on what my publishing journey...
Book Lovers Take The Mic w/ Drew Alyson
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest was absolutely fabulous to chat with. While we get an inside scoop of bookish creator, Drew Alyson, we also get a peek behind the curt...
Write It All Down w/ Peyton June
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode was a treat because I got to chat with debut author, Peyton June. Peyton’s debut YA Horror novel releases June 17, 2025. With the ...
The Joyful Journey w/ Annabelle Slator
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is one I have been looking forward to sharing with y’all. Today, I am joined by Annabelle Slator. She is the author of The Launch Date,...
Ghostwriter To Debut Author w/ Veronica Bane
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode was incredibly special for many reasons, the main one being our guest, of course. In this episode I was beyond privileged to sit and...
The Heart And The Story w/ Penn Cole
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode I am joined by New York Times and USA Today's bestselling author, Penn Cole. This episode was truly special to film because not only a...
The Journey, The Job And The Joy w/ Meg Rosenthal
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode I get to sit and chat with author, Meg Rosenthal. This author is celebrating the most recent release of her second novel, The Wingma...
From Self-Pub To Trad w/ Sydney Applegate
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was truly special to film. Sydney is one of the most genuinely inspiring authors I have had the privilege of meeting and learning from ye...
Book Lovers Take The Mic w/ Lindsey
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I was so lucky to sit down with reader influencer, Lindsey, to talk about books. This was a fun, chaotic, giggly episode that was too good of a time t...
Self-Publishing w/ Shandy Mandarino
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was such a blast to record. This was truly a full circle moment for me because Shandy was the first Indie author I ever read and befriend...
Ultimate Author Resource Guide: Craft, Querying, and Publishing
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you’re just starting your writing journey or deep in the query trenches, finding the right resources can make all the difference. In this ep...
The Art Of Not Giving Up w/ Kelsie Sheridan Gonzalez
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I was truly privileged to have a chance to sit down with debut author, Kelsie Sheridan Gonzalez, to talk about her journey to bringing...
Book Lovers Take The Mic w/ Lydia
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Wannabe Author I am introducing the newest segment of Book Lovers Take The Mic/ The Reader Rant Room where I invite reader infl...
Booktok to Self-published Author w/ Riley Winters
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Wannabe Author, I sit down with debut author, Riley Winters, to talk about her journey to publishing The New York Charm! Riley ...
Publishing + Writing Journey of I.V. Marie
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I was so lucky to sit down and chat with author I.V. Marie to talk about her upcoming debut release Immortal Consequences. I.V. is su...
Updates, Unhinged Confessions and a Q&A
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I get to have a one on one chat with y’all about updates in my publishing journey, writing and unhinged confessions regarding all th...
The Ins and Outs of Being an Author w/ Sophia Riley
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with debut author, Sophia Riley, who is currently on submission, to talk about the highs and lows of the publishing journe...
Bookish Bestie Buds
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is truly an unhinged monstrosity buuuuuut it is also in honor of my best pal whose birthday is in just a couple days. My best bud Ashlee ...
Therapy for Writers: How to Survive Burnout & Rejection
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
💬Struggling with burnout, rejection, or self-doubt as a writer? You're not alone. In this episode of The Wannabe Author, I'm joined by Tiffany Mose...
The Journey of Author and Screenwriter Jennifer E. Archer
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I am joined by my friend, author and screenwriter, Jennifer E. Archer. Jenn and I have an awesome discussion about her journey as the ...
A journey from self-pub to trad w/Alissa DeRogatis
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I am joined by one of my idols in the book world. Alissa DeRogatis, originally a self-published author, takes time to chat with me abo...
Introduction
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode one! Hangout with me while I introduce myself as your favorite Wannabe Author. I will chat, tell you about how I started out writin...
Trailer
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A fun introduction to the podcast, what to expect, who I am and what to look forward to! First episode will drop January 16th 2025! Thanks for being h...