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In Conversation with Terry Shepherd
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In Conversation with Terry Shepherd, award-winning broadcaster and author of the Jessica Ramirez Thrillers. A deep dive into the people and support systems behind the stories we love.
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August Norman - Sins of the Mother
6d ago00:30:09Tap to summarizeSins of the Mother: Overcoming Cults, Chaos, and the Fear of Rejection with Author August NormanWhat happens when a professional creator transitions from Hollywood sketch comedy to writing high-stakes mystery thrillers? In this episode, host Terry Shepherd sits down with renaissance man August Norman to dissect his gripping sophomore novel, Sins of the Mother. Discover how August channels real-world anxieties regarding internet echo chambers and cognitive dissonance into his fierce, flawed journalist protagonist, Kaitlin Bergman. From building a bulletproof network of 25 beta readers to overcoming the universal artist roadblock of self-doubt, August shares invaluable industry wisdom on why you must let the world tell you "no" instead of telling it to yourself.Key Takeaways & Show Notes:In this deep-dive conversation, Terry and August explore the structural boundaries between screenplays and novels, the mechanics of authentic character development, and the gritty realities of the modern publishing market.The Origin of Kaitlin Bergman: How a moral foil from an unproduced hard-boiled LA noir screenplay evolved into a standout, fiercely intelligent protagonist who balances an inner moral compass with human flaws.Writing the Opposite Gender: August pulls back the curtain on using empathy, extensive research, and a targeted panel of 25 diverse beta readers (including 20 women across multiple generations) to craft a genuine female lead.Screenplay vs. Novelization: The unique craft breakthrough of utilizing a 100-page screenplay as a narrative roadmap, and how reverse-engineering a draft into structural story beats helped cut 85,000 words of clutter.The Reality of Writing on Contract: A candid look at the creative pivots required when a publisher asks for a total thematic shift, leading to a high-speed five-month sprint to write a thriller centered around an Oregon cult and a mass grave.Confronting Cognitive Dissonance: The underlying societal themes driving Sins of the Mother, exploring why individuals cling to disproven claims, and comparing the psychological dynamics of historical cults to modern online platforms like 4chan and 8chan.The Ultimate Lesson on Rejection: Why beginning authors must face their fear of feedback, accept that rejection "doesn't hurt that bad," and actively study the business, contracts, and marketing algorithms of the publishing industry.Chapter Markers & Timestamps:[00:00] – Hollywood Forever: Terry reads a dramatic passage from Chapter 1 of Sins of the Mother.[02:10] – The Ghostly Compass: Analyzing the enduring psychological influence of Matt Bergman on his adoptive daughter.[03:30] – From Foil to Hero: Re-engineering an LA noir screenplay into the debut novel Come and Get Me.[04:55] – The Beta Reader Strategy: The methodology of sourcing 25 diverse beta readers to validate perspective.[06:00] – An Indiana Boy in LA: From playing the saxophone and doing sketch comedy to pitching sitcoms in Hollywood.[07:45] – The Screenplay Blueprint: Sifting through notes, studying Michael Connelly, and finding an agent by chance.[12:20] – The Two-Book Deal Pivot: Sprints, word-count constraints, and turning 10 emergency pitches into a novel about a cult.[17:30] – Algorithmic Reviews & Accountability: Navigating Goodreads, handling a disgruntled Clancy fan, and sending a $30 refund check.[21:30] – The Chosen Family: Addressing white supremacy, climate denial, and the core message behind the thriller.[24:50] – Advice to My 16-Year-Old Self: Learning about contracts and overcoming the paralyzing fear of feedback.Guest & Resources Directory:Connect with August Norman: Visit his official website at augustnorman.com. Catch up with his latest updates on Instagram (his favorite platform) and Facebook.Featured Books Mentioned: * Sins of the Mother (2020) by August Norman Come and Get Me (2019) by August Norman Recommended Craft Reading: The Essentials of Style and Stein on Writing We all inevitably become the brand. And that's why I wrote, "How to Become a Dynamic Podcast Guest and Sell Stuff." It's a sweet and short primer that teaches you about the gear, the appearance and the messaging that can grab and hold today's micro-attention spans and motivate your listeners to take action. It's Just a dollar ninety nine at Amazon. Grab your copy today and sell mo
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MJ Dyer - We Are Monsters
1w ago00:24:28Tap to summarizeIn this episode of In Conversation, award-winning broadcaster Terry Shepherd sits down with UK-based author MJ Dyer to dive deep into her debut psychological thriller, We Are Monsters.Set against the brooding, atmospheric backdrop of Bodmin Moor, the novel follows Elara, a young woman who has spent her life eclipsed by her identical twin half-sisters. When one of the twins is found dead under suspicious circumstances, Elara’s hunt for the truth spirals into a dark, dangerous descent into rivalry, identity, and the fragile line between victimhood and monstrosity.What You'll Hear in This Episode:The Nightmare Behind the Book: How a severe brain inflammation illness, vivid hospital hallucinations, and a haunting old photograph inspired the eerie premise of the novel.The Allure of the Morally Gray: Why MJ Dyer loves writing "unlikable" characters and how Elara’s desperate desire to be noticed drives her ambiguous motivations.A Style Reborn: How recovering from a brain injury unexpectedly transformed MJ's writing style from plot-driven fantasy into poetic, lyrical, and deeply psychological prose.The Reality of the Publishing Business: MJ shares her transparent, twisty journey through the querying trenches, dealing with rejection, and how she ultimately landed her third literary agent.A Sneak Peek at What's Next: Inside the writing process of her second psychological thriller, Toxic Girls, arriving this November."I want readers to almost feel a bit disturbed, a bit haunted as they go through the story." — MJ DyerConnect with the Author:Website: mjdyerbooks.comFeatured Books: We Are Monsters (Releasing July 7th) and Toxic Girls (Coming November).We all inevitably become the brand. And that's why I wrote, "How to Become a Dynamic Podcast Guest and Sell Stuff." It's a sweet and short primer that teaches you about the gear, the appearance and the messaging that can grab and hold today's micro-attention spans and motivate your listeners to take action. It's Just a dollar ninety nine at Amazon. Grab your copy today and sell mo
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Lee Goldberg - Murder By Design
1w ago00:27:41Tap to summarizeDeconstructing the Whodunit: A Conversation with Bestselling Author & Renaissance Man Lee Goldberg.What happens when you take the classic, eccentric detective formula and turn it completely on its head?In this episode of In Conversation, host Terry Shepherd sits down with bestselling author, television producer, and media renaissance man Lee Goldberg to celebrate the launch of his highly anticipated new mystery novel, Murder by Design.Known for his masterful ability to balance laugh-out-loud humor with high-stakes plotting , Lee gives us an unfiltered, behind-the-scenes look at the creation of his fascinating new protagonist, Edison Bixby. Unlike the reclusive, celibate, or socially inept sleuths of classic detective fiction, Bixby is wealthy, handsome, and highly successful —but a traumatic brain injury has stripped away his internal filter, leaving him with a hilarious and dangerous knack for saying exactly the wrong thing at the absolute wrong time.Lee and Terry dive deep into:The Architecture of Murder: How Murder by Design explores the terrifying ways the built environment, layout, and lighting can be manipulated to shape human behavior—and become instruments of crime.Twisting the Tropes: Why Lee deliberately paired his brilliant "design sociopath" with Wally Nash, a struggling actor hired as a social buffer, to honor and simultaneously subvert the classic "Watson" tradition.The Cinematic Writing Secrets: How Lee’s extensive career writing and producing for television (including his hit new series You're Killing Me) led him to an unconventional noveling process—writing his books as top-secret screenplays first to lock down pacing and dialogue.The Reality of the Writer's Life: A candid, humorous look at the rhythms of storytelling, navigating collaboration in Hollywood versus solo writing, and why Lee still feels like the same 10-year-old kid fueling his imagination with junk food and Diet Coke.Whether you are a die-hard mystery fan, an aspiring writer curious about script-to-novel structures, or just love a witty conversation about how the literary "sausage is made", this interview is packed with creative wisdom, Hollywood anecdotes, and plenty of laughs.About the Guest:Lee Goldberg is a two-time Edgar Award nominee and a prolific author and TV producer whose work spans decades of hit print series and television blockbusters. He is also the co-founder of Brash Books. Learn more about Lee and purchase your copy of Murder by Design at Leegoldberg.com.Connect with Us:Follow In Conversation with Terry Shepherd for more deep dives into the writer's craft with the artists who create the stories you love.We all inevitably become the brand. And that's why I wrote, "How to Become a Dynamic Podcast Guest and Sell Stuff." It's a sweet and short primer that teaches you about the gear, the appearance and the messaging that can grab and hold today's micro-attention spans and motivate your listeners to take action. It's Just a dollar ninety nine at Amazon. Grab your copy today and sell mo
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C.B. Wilson - The Water Diamond
2w ago00:17:56Tap to summarizeThere is something completely irresistible about a mystery that sparkles—especially when it carries secrets buried deep in history.In this episode, host Terry Shepherd sits down with award-winning author and gemologist C.B. Wilson to dive into her glittering new release, Water Diamond, the thrilling second installment in her popular Gem Hunter series.From the sun-drenched hills of a historic Phoenix mansion to the iconic, Art Deco-infused shores of Catalina Island, C.B. Wilson previews a high-stakes historic race to recover a hidden piece of jewelry with a dangerous past.We talk about the inspiration behind the book, the real-world existence of "diamond dogs," and how a tiny, pink-outfit-wearing dachshund named Glimmer stole the show. Plus, C.B. shares her expert insights into the fascinating history of antique diamond cuts, the reality of manufactured gems, and how her own passion for gemology keeps her chasing down the ultimate puzzle.Whether you love a sharp mystery, historic architecture, or just really beautiful jewelry, this conversation is pure heaven.What You’ll Learn In This Episode:The Inspiration Behind Water Diamond: How the historic Wrigley mansion in Phoenix and the 1920s Avalon casino on Catalina Island sparked a coast-to-coast adventure.Meet the Cast: A closer look at the fierce heroine Taylor Hunter, her GIA diamond-grader twin sister Hope, FBI love interest Rocky Rockman, and Glimmer—the mini dachshund who can sniff out diamonds 50 feet in the air.The "Duet" Mystery: The history of a stolen 1929 Art Deco bracelet that connects to a larger narrative puzzle.Fascinating Gemology Facts: Why antique diamonds were hand-cut specifically to sparkle in candlelight, and how modern technology shifted the industry toward brilliant cuts.A Sneak Peek at the Horizon: Where Taylor’s adventures are heading next, from a closed-room mystery in a Quebec City ice hotel to diamond smuggling routes in Australia.About the GuestC.B. Wilson is an award-winning author and certified gemologist. Best known by many readers for her heart-filled Barkview Mysteries, her latest Gem Hunter action-adventure series blends sharp suspense, a lifelong fascination with jewels, and a deep love for animals.Links & Resources Mentioned:Visit C.B. Wilson’s Official Website: cbwilsonauthor.comConnect with the Author: Check out her website to sign up for her newsletter, see daily pictures of Glimmer’s clues, and explore her entire catalog of cozy mysteries and high-stakes thrillers.Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!We all inevitably become the brand. And that's why I wrote, "How to Become a Dynamic Podcast Guest and Sell Stuff." It's a sweet and short primer that teaches you about the gear, the appearance and the messaging that can grab and hold today's micro-attention spans and motivate your listeners to take action. It's Just a dollar ninety nine at Amazon. Grab your copy today and sell mo
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Liz Lazarus - Dawn Before Darkness
3w ago00:17:50Tap to summarizeWhat happens when the person you once trusted most becomes the architect of your worst nightmare? In this episode, award-winning broadcaster Terry Shepherd sits down with psychological thriller author Liz Lazarus to discuss her unsettling new novel, Dawn Before Darkness. Liz opens up about shifting from a "left-brain" career as a corporate engineering executive to crafting high-stakes, realistic suspense fiction.They dive deep into the terrifying reality behind her latest book—including Liz's personal 10-year battle with the probate court system , the meticulous research that went into portraying the real-world anxieties of stalking , and her highly structured "plotter" approach to writing using color-coded spreadsheets.It’s an eye-opening conversation about creative resilience, the flaws in our legal system, and why every family needs to have a difficult conversation about their future before it’s too late.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Fiction Rooted in Fact: How Liz’s real-life struggle to free her mother from a predatory guardianship inspired the legal nightmare in her new book.The Anatomy of a Thriller: Why Liz structures her novels in Excel and her unconventional secret weapon for perfect chapter pacing.Real-World Stalking: Insights from Liz's interviews with 10 stalking survivors and the shocking truth about the limitations of restraining orders.A Cautionary Tale for Families: Why Dawn Before Darkness is a passionate plea for listeners to organize their wills, powers of attorney, and family affairs today.About the Guest: Liz LazarusLiz Lazarus graduated from Georgia Tech with an engineering degree and spent 20 years at General Electric before answering her true calling to become a writer. She is the author of four gripping, socially-themed psychological thrillers, including Free of Malice, Shades of Silence, Plea for Justice, and her latest release, Dawn Before Darkness.Connect with Liz: Learn more and find her books at LizLazarus.com.Support the Show!If you enjoyed this deep dive into the writer's craft, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Your reviews and word-of-mouth referrals are the absolute best way to help new listeners discover the show and support our incredible authors.Follow Terry Shepherd on social media and subscribe so you never miss an episode! We all inevitably become the brand. And that's why I wrote, "How to Become a Dynamic Podcast Guest and Sell Stuff." It's a sweet and short primer that teaches you about the gear, the appearance and the messaging that can grab and hold today's micro-attention spans and motivate your listeners to take action. It's Just a dollar ninety nine at Amazon. Grab your copy today and sell mo
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Peter Samuelson - Finding Happy
3w ago00:52:26Tap to summarize“The purpose of your life is to be happy, but the way you become happy is counterintuitive. It turns out that where happiness comes from is pushing out help for other people.” What if the secret to a meaningful life isn’t about what you can grab, but what you can give? In this truly life-altering episode, award-winning broadcaster Terry Shepherd sits down with Peter Samuelson—film producer, pro-social entrepreneur, and the visionary force behind world-class nonprofits like the Starlight Children’s Foundation, Starbright World (co-founded with Steven Spielberg), First Star, and EDAR.Peter dives deep into his highly anticipated book, Finding Happy: A User’s Guide for Your Life with Lessons from Mine. Written as a no-holds-barred compass for Gen Z, millennials, and anyone looking to cut through the digital noise, the book blends jaw-dropping, hilarious Hollywood misadventures with deeply practical life lessons on risk, resilience, and ultimate fulfillment.In this episode, you’ll discover:The Brain Chemistry of Risk: Why young adults operate on the amygdala (the reptilian fight-or-flight brain) and how to kickstart the prefrontal cortex to play the "chess game of life" safely.The "Envelope & Pencil" Strategy: A powerful metaphor for navigating failure, exploring career tangents, and pushing past the dark spaces of uncertainty.The 89% Miracle: How Peter’s organization, First Star, flips the script for foster youth, defying national statistics to send the vast majority of their scholars to higher education.The Science of Random Acts of Kindness: A look inside Peter’s counterintuitive 2-class course funded by a generous Dallas donor, proving how agency and altruism fight life's natural "entropy".Unconditional Love in Action: Heartwarming, real-world stories from the trenches of volunteering—including the moving UCLA talent show "scrum" and how Peter met his wife of 35 years inside a SeaWorld dolphin costume.Classroom Hacks for Success: Why raising your hand to ask just one question per class—even a bad one—will fundamentally reprogram your education.This isn’t just a podcast episode; it’s a masterclass in mitigation of suffering and finding absolute clarity, courage, and joy in an overwhelming world. Hit play, get off your derriere, and learn how to start your own journey toward a good life.Connect with Peter:Website: samuelson.la (Where you can read the first 20 pages of Finding Happy for free!) Buy the Book: Available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Target in paperback, e-book, and audiobook formats.Feedback: Peter actually wants to hear from you! Grab his direct email address right inside the book or via his website.About the Show:In Conversation with Terry Shepherd explores the writer’s craft, showcasing deep dives with the authors, narrators, and support systems who shape the stories we love.Enjoyed the episode? Don't forget to subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with a young adult—or a parent/mentor—who needs a little extra guidance finding their happy today!We all inevitably become the brand. And that's why I wrote, "How to Become a Dynamic Podcast Guest and Sell Stuff." It's a sweet and short primer that teaches you about the gear, the appearance and the messaging that can grab and hold today's micro-attention spans and motivate your listeners to take action. It's Just a dollar ninety nine at Amazon. Grab your copy today and sell mo
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Luke Preston and Alice Waddington - Anonymous Jane
3w ago00:25:45Tap to summarizeBreaking the Spy Movie Mold with "Anonymous Jane"There are stories that whisper, and stories that kick the door off its hinges. Anonymous Jane does the latter.In this episode, host Terry Shepherd sits down with two incredible creators approaching the exact same explosive story from very different artistic worlds: hard-edged crime novelist Luke Preston (writing as Jack Quade) and visionary director Alice Waddington.Together, they are adapting Preston’s fast-moving novel into a visceral, cinematic experience. At the heart of the story is Jane—a non-traditional spy, weapon, and shadow fixer who suddenly faces the ultimate personal ticking clock: learning she is both pregnant and terminally ill. Suddenly, the mission isn't just about saving the world; it’s a desperate gamble for survival and redemption.What We Dive Into in This Episode:The Anti-Bond Blueprint: Luke discusses why he wanted to strip away the traditional, detached "James Bond" archetype to create a protagonist driven by deeply personal stakes.The Nice Guys Meets Hong Kong Cinema: Alice shares how she connected with the book's propulsion and her plans to inject dark humor, '70s action cinema vibes, and high-fashion aesthetics into a brutalist visual world.Action That Dictates Character: A look behind the curtain at collaborating with legendary action coordinator Phil Silvera (Deadpool, Daredevil) to ensure every punch, throw, and blade movement tells an emotional story.The Blue-Collar Creative Grind: Both Luke and Alice get incredibly candid about their paths from working-class backgrounds to Hollywood, offering powerhouse advice for indie authors and first-time filmmakers trying to break through the noise today.Whether you're a fan of gritty crime thrillers, high-octane filmmaking, or the raw mechanics of script adaptation, this conversation moves just as fast as the story on the page. Hit play and get a front-row seat to the collaboration!Connect with the Guests:Luke Preston: Learn more about his books at jackquaidbooks.com.Alice Waddington: Explore her visual portfolio at alicewaddington.com.Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review on your favorite podcast platform!We all inevitably become the brand. And that's why I wrote, "How to Become a Dynamic Podcast Guest and Sell Stuff." It's a sweet and short primer that teaches you about the gear, the appearance and the messaging that can grab and hold today's micro-attention spans and motivate your listeners to take action. It's Just a dollar ninety nine at Amazon. Grab your copy today and sell mo
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Tori Eldridge - Hawaii Rage
3w ago00:31:38Tap to summarizeUnburying Family Secrets in the Paniolo Country with Tori EldridgeThere is a particular kind of suspense that settles into the land, into families, and into histories that refuse to stay buried. In this episode, award-winning broadcaster, narrator, and author Terry Shepherd takes a deep dive into the writer's craft with one of his favorite authors—and best friends—Tori Eldridge.Tori joins the show to discuss her gripping seventh novel, Hawaii Rage, a multi-layered mystery that trades the typical tourist backdrops for the lush, complicated, and dangerous terrain of the Big Island's North Kohala. The story follows Mekalani, a highly overqualified seasonal interpretive ranger who gets pulled into a seemingly tragic ranching accident involving a grieving family and a deadly bull. But as the breadcrumbs unravel, a single death begins to expose generations of hidden secrets.Terry and Tori explore:The Rich History of the Paniolo: Discover Hawaii’s deep, historic cowboy traditions that pre-date the United States.Writing Place as a Character: How Tori uses visceral details—from trade winds to the sound of horse hooves—to ground her complex plots.The High-Wire Act of Audio Narration: Tori shares her experience stepping back into the studio with Brilliance Audio to personally narrate her diverse cast of characters, dialects, and Olelo Hawaii.Stepping Into the Unknown: A sneak peek into Tori’s next project—a standalone, first-person, present-tense psychological domestic suspense novel.Whether you are a fan of classic thrillers, rich cultural history, or the fine mechanics of storytelling, this deeply personal conversation offers an invigorating look behind the curtain of a master novelist at the height of her craft.About the GuestTori Eldridge is the author of the Ranger Makalani Pahukula mystery series and the Lily Wong series. A former actor, singer, dancer, and martial artist, she has expanded her repertoire to audio narration, bringing her own complex, multi-generational characters to life. She currently lives in Portland, where she balances her writing life with being a proud tutu (grandmother).Connect with Tori: Learn more about her books, background, and upcoming projects at ToriEldridge.com.We all inevitably become the brand. And that's why I wrote, "How to Become a Dynamic Podcast Guest and Sell Stuff." It's a sweet and short primer that teaches you about the gear, the appearance and the messaging that can grab and hold today's micro-attention spans and motivate your listeners to take action. It's Just a dollar ninety nine at Amazon. Grab your copy today and sell mo
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Martha Conway - We Meet Apart We Meet Apart
4w ago00:17:30Tap to summarizeWriting Across Realities with Martha ConwayWhat happens when an unsettling, real-life moment completely reshapes a creative journey? In this episode, host Terry Shepherd sits down with acclaimed novelist Martha Conway to explore her deeply moving and speculative new novel, We Meet Apart.Set in 1990s Ireland, the book follows two grieving sisters, Gabby and Sabine, navigating a dual reality: one rooted in the world we know, and another shaped by an alternate history where Nazi Germany has invaded Ireland. Separated across these parallel timelines, they are able to meet for a limited time at twilight—a narrative mechanic beautifully inspired by 17th-century Irish folklore. It is a quietly devastating exploration of love, sisterhood, and how we handle loss.In this conversation, Terry and Martha dive deep into the writing process, discussing:The Flight That Changed Everything: How a terrifying emergency landing during a transatlantic flight served as the creative sign Martha needed to write a novel set in her ancestral homeland.Unlocking the Title: The Emily Dickinson poem that provided the perfect, bone-chilling title after endless lists of options fell short.Balancing the Tension: Martha's tactical approach to pacing a dual-timeline narrative, ensuring the emotional weight of grief matches the high stakes of a wartime occupation.The Power of Sisterhood: How growing up in a large family with six sisters shapes Martha's frequent exploration of complex sibling bonds.A Sneak Peek at What's Next: A look into her upcoming novel, which takes place in a dangerous 1820 New Hampshire factory town.Whether you are a fan of historical fiction, magical realism, or powerful family dramas, this episode offers a fascinating look inside a master storyteller's process.About the Guest:Martha Conway is an acclaimed author known for weaving richly detailed historical worlds with deeply human stories. Her work frequently centers on the unbreakable ties, loyalties, and losses that define us. Discover more about her books, research trips, and upcoming projects by visiting her official website at marthaconway.com.We all inevitably become the brand. And that's why I wrote, "How to Become a Dynamic Podcast Guest and Sell Stuff." It's a sweet and short primer that teaches you about the gear, the appearance and the messaging that can grab and hold today's micro-attention spans and motivate your listeners to take action. It's Just a dollar ninety nine at Amazon. Grab your copy today and sell mo
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Ashley Wren Collins and Jordan Rockwell - SHE WROTE, HE WROTE: A New York Love Story
May 1100:26:34Tap to summarizeIn this episode, host Terry Shepherd sits down with authors Ashley Wren Collins and Jordan Rockwell to discuss their collaborative romantic comedy, She Wrote, He Wrote: A New York Love Story. Set against the "beautifully chaotic" backdrop of New York City, the novel offers a unique split narrative that explores a single romance from two very different perspectives.Inside the StoryThe book follows the parallel journeys of two aspiring New Yorkers:Joanna: An East Village writer navigating a cramped walk-up, eccentric roommates, and a questionable boss.Logan: A Wall Street professional attempting to make his own mark while escaping the heavy expectations of his wealthy Connecticut family.A Partnership Born of "Sparks and Laughter"Ashley and Jordan share the delightful—and often hilarious—true story of their own meeting, which involves years of "near misses" before finally connecting at a multi-day wedding extravaganza in St. Martin. From failed pickup lines on the beach to Jordan’s ill-fated "crush" on a wedding band leader, they reveal how their real-life friendship and "riffing" eventually evolved into a professional writing partnership.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The Art of Collaboration: How the duo balances Jordan’s focus on structure and outlines with Ashley’s emphasis on flow, humor, and "nurturing" the narrative.Literary Inspirations: The influence of New York staples like Sex and the City, How I Met Your Mother, and Wedding Crashers on their work.Writing for Everyone: Why this "chick-lit" inspired story actually skews heavily toward the male perspective, making it a relatable read for "the fellows" as much as the traditional romance audience.Dealing with Rejection: The authors discuss "thickening their skin" and treating rejection as a stepping stone to the finish line.A Sincere Dedication: Why the pair decided to dedicate the book to all of their ex-partners.Whether you are looking for the perfect "tequila-at-the-beach" summer read or an inside look at how two screenwriters tackle their first novel, this conversation is packed with humor, heart, and insight into the "dance" of storytelling."We’re not trying to change the world, but we need more joy. It’s a joyful book." — Jordan Rockwell We all inevitably become the brand. And that's why I wrote, "How to Become a Dynamic Podcast Guest and Sell Stuff." It's a sweet and short primer that teaches you about the gear, the appearance and the messaging that can grab and hold today's micro-attention spans and motivate your listeners to take action. It's Just a dollar ninety nine at Amazon. Grab your copy today and sell mo
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