Write the Damn Book Already
Ep 64: Novel Writing with Ann Garvin
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Ann Garvin writes books for "women to do too much in a world that asks too much." Enough said; take all my money already!
She published her first book in her late forties, even though one of her professors/mentors used to say to her on a regular basis, “You’re the worst writer I’ve ever met.” (He wasn’t being funny.)
During this episode of the Write the Damn Book Already podcast, Ann and I had so much fun discussing the novel-writing journey, from writing to publishing to marketing (and a whole lot in between!).
INTERVIEW HIGHLIGHTS
- Ann's journey from being a nurse (with a PhD) to being a full-time writer and how she thinks about her future in this space.
- A fascinating look into what’s moving the levers in the publishing space right now. It’s extremely eye-opening, and allows YOU, as the author, to make much more well-informed decisions when it comes to publishing and marketing.
- Going from 102 to 21K reviews (and whether she reads those reviews!)
- How her process has evolved when it comes to working with her editor to remain true to the story she wants to tell
- How she avoids the “lowest hanging fruit” in plot lines to keep her readers (and herself) curious and pleasantly surprised while reading
- Ann's take on self-publishing versus traditional publishing (and her best advice for all aspiring and second-time-around authors)
- Ann's thoughts on the #1 reason why people won't get published (which I couldn't agree with more!)
ABOUT ANN
Ann Garvin, Ph.D. is the USA Today Bestselling author of five funny and sad novels. She writes about people who do too much in a world that asks too much from them.
Ann worked as an RN and after receiving h
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Write the Damn Book Already is a weekly podcast featuring interviews with authors as well as updates and insights on writing craft and the publishing industry.
Available wherever podcasts are available:
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Let's Connect!
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Email the show: elizabeth [at] elizabethlyons [dot] com
The podcast is a proud affiliate partner of Bookshop, working to support local, independent bookstores.
To see all the ways we can work together to get your book written and published, visit publishaprofitablebook.com/work-with-elizabeth
Send me your writing and publishing questions!
Ann Garvin writes books for "women to do too much in a world that asks too much." Enough said; take all my money already!
She published her first book in her late forties, even though one of her professors/mentors used to say to her on a regular basis, “You’re the worst writer I’ve ever met.” (He wasn’t being funny.)
During this episode of the Write the Damn Book Already podcast, Ann and I had so much fun discussing the novel-writing journey, from writing to publishing to marketing (and a whole lot in between!).
INTERVIEW HIGHLIGHTS
- Ann's journey from being a nurse (with a PhD) to being a full-time writer and how she thinks about her future in this space.
- A fascinating look into what’s moving the levers in the publishing space right now. It’s extremely eye-opening, and allows YOU, as the author, to make much more well-informed decisions when it comes to publishing and marketing.
- Going from 102 to 21K reviews (and whether she reads those reviews!)
- How her process has evolved when it comes to working with her editor to remain true to the story she wants to tell
- How she avoids the “lowest hanging fruit” in plot lines to keep her readers (and herself) curious and pleasantly surprised while reading
- Ann's take on self-publishing versus traditional publishing (and her best advice for all aspiring and second-time-around authors)
- Ann's thoughts on the #1 reason why people won't get published (which I couldn't agree with more!)
ABOUT ANN
Ann Garvin, Ph.D. is the USA Today Bestselling author of five funny and sad novels. She writes about people who do too much in a world that asks too much from them.
Ann worked as an RN and after receiving h
MOCKUP SHOTS DEAL
I've used MockUp shots for years to create attention-grabbing images great for social media.
It usually costs $207, but they're offering a 60% discount on lifetime access with lifetime updates. It's a great way to get an unheard-of price on a product that will make you money and that you will end up using all the time.
Click Here for 60% off >>
Ready to start your own podcast?
Get 35% off the Podcast Starter Pack with code PODCAST35 at https://publishaprofitablebook.com/podcast101
"I got my podcast launched in 3 days thanks to this great mini-course!"
--Dr. Diana Naranjo, The Characterist podcast host
Write the Damn Book Already is a weekly podcast featuring interviews with authors as well as updates and insights on writing craft and the publishing industry.
Available wherever podcasts are available:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
YouTube
Let's Connect!
Instagram
Website
Email the show: elizabeth [at] elizabethlyons [dot] com
The podcast is a proud affiliate partner of Bookshop, working to support local, independent bookstores.
To see all the ways we can work together to get your book written and published, visit publishaprofitablebook.com/work-with-elizabeth