Writer In The Making

It’s release day! The Wedding Report is here so check your local retailers. I’ll let you in on a secret behind this story. Remember I’ve mentioned using the story editing tool Fictionary? Well... it definitely came in handy more now than ever. Have a listen. Get your copy here https://books2read.com/u/31Gow6 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

“What Mackenzie Needs” is a new short story that you can read now! How? Subscribe to my newsletter and get your copy today. Tune in to listen to the story behind the story along with tips on reader magnets. “What Mackenzie Needs” https://dl.bookfunnel.com/hzfqz3uej0 The Wedding Report https://books2read.com/u/31Gow6 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

A character that wasn’t a part of the original cast. Javier Flores. Who is he? What does he mean to Chantelle? Should Lance care if something sparks between these two since he’s getting married? Preorder The Wedding Report https://books2read.com/u/31Gow6 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

The Wedding Report releases September 22nd! Today I share my favorite scene between Chantelle and Lance. Another favorite song of mine is Anne Drury’s “One Step.” I heard this song clear as day when writing this scene and it made it that much more real as I envisioned my characters. Have your copy yet? Click here https://books2read.com/u/31Gow6 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

Thank you for the birthday wishes! Also, thanks so much for your support of Thinking of Zoe! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

Today’s my birthday! Thank you all for your support! I appreciate it. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

Thinking of Zoe releases August 29th! Get your copy today! I’ve also included a snippet of another song I think fits Alex and Zoe! It literally came to me after writing the story, so it’s not included in the book. You’ll only be able to hear on it Anchor’s platform. Enjoy! Click here to get your copy! https://books2read.com/u/3RNWrj --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

I’m about 7K into my first cozy mystery, Photo Bombed. Thinking of Zoe releases August 29th! Pre-order if you’d like or you can read it now on Smashwords with my pre-sale. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

Thinking of Zoe is in the final stages! August 29th so pre-order at any major retailers! Have you read the first chapters of Those We Love in Blue yet? Click here for a free sample https://dl.bookfunnel.com/3sm2kq91sc --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

Another article from BookBub with tips on how to hit the bestseller list. While this isn’t a guarantee for your book, there’s no harm in trying! You never know what you might learn. https://insights.bookbub.com/promo-stacking-helps-authors-hit-bestseller-lists/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

I saw an article that asked should authors write their books with the present events occurring? Should the pandemic be included in your story line? How much would your story change? Thought this was interesting. Article by BookBaby “The Coronavirus: The Elephant in The Room.” --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

I’m putting together my lists of suspects! Things are coming together as I write my first cozy mystery, Photo Bombed! Are you writing a mystery? Listen in for some tips! Nancy J. Cohen’s book Writing the Cozy Mystery is mentioned in this episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

I watched a webinar by DIYMFA a few weeks back and it talked about growing your newsletter. We’ve discussed this before but I want to revisit it. I also have a surprise! Tune in. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

Thinking of Zoe is in revision mode. I did take a break from it so I can come back with a fresh perspective. Plan is to still release in the fall! So many ideas but I’m excited! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

If you’ve been following me on Goodreads, you’ll notice Christian Fiction and Cozy Mystery have been added. It’s true I’m branching out to write other genres! Don’t worry sweet romance will be my primary, but I want to try others. Have a listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

The contest is halfway there at critiquematch.com! I’m glad I was apart of this contest to help fellow writers with their work. Listen to hear my experience. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

Christmas Therapy is here! Get your copy, paperback or ebook, and enjoy this sweet holiday romance! Christmas in July! Click here https://books2read.com/u/b5Q1rA --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

I did an interview with blogger/writer/editor Kirsten McNeill’s blog “The Art is Ours.” I share in the post my experiences as a Black woman as we deal with racism in this country and around the world. Not to mention my experience as a Black writer. No, I don’t speak for the entire Black community, but I can tell one thing, “the look” is real. Check out this link to read the full interview! https://kirstenmcneill.com/daria-white-author-interview --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

As I judge in the FictionFive contest, I saw some key things that stood out in the manuscripts. We all know the basics to a certain extent. I say never stop learning. Be willing to keep growing. Listen in to some tips I’ve given to the entries I’m reading. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support

My next novel I’m working on is The Wedding Report! I have three plot twists in the making so I’m in revision mode. Thinking of Zoe is underway, and there’s one more day to sign up for contest. Are you ready? critiquematch.com is mentioned in this episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daria-white/support