Literary Blend: A Publishing Podcast
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Welcome to Literary Blend: A Publishing Podcast, hosted by Demi Michelle Schwartz. Tune into new chapters every other Sunday to hear insightful conversations with authors, agents, editors, and other publishing industry professionals. There’s no perfect recipe for chasing a dream in publishing, but Demi hopes this show gives you the ingredients to bake yours into reality.
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Love is in the air because chapter sixty-four of Literary Blend with Gail Lynn is all about writing and submitting romance flash fiction. From tips for crafting compelling flash romance to the submission process and what editors look for, Gail and I shared so much amazing information. If you have never written romance flash fiction before, I hope our conversation inspires you to give it a try, and if you have, I hope you learn something new you can keep in mind on your journey.If you’re interested in submitting to Micromance Magazine and its various anthologies, head over to the website: https://micromancemagazine.substack.com/Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/demimschwartz.bsky.social Thank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
Welcome to the cozy mystery coffee shop! I’m so glad you stopped by. Grab a drink and take a seat because you’re in for a treat. Carmela Dutra joined me for chapter sixty-three of Literary Blend to talk about the cozy mystery genre. From breaking down cozy mystery elements to giving a glimpse into the querying process, we covered it all. Whether you write cozy mysteries or not, I hope you take something valuable away from our conversation. I can’t thank Carmela enough for coming on the show to share her cozy mystery wisdom.Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/demimschwartz.bsky.social Thank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
If you’re a pantser, put your hand up. This is your time to shine. I’m so excited to share chapter sixty-two of Literary Blend with Desirae Gracyn all about the joys and obstacles of being a pantser. Since Desirae is a pantser and I’m a plotter, we had such a unique conversation, sharing the pros and cons of pantsing, revision tips, and more. Whether you’re a pantser or not, this chapter has something for every writer. I hope you love listening.Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/demimschwartz.bsky.social Thank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
It’s outlining time! Grab a pencil and paper because you’ll want to tap into student mode and take notes during chapter sixty-one of Literary Blend with Mylee J. Miller all about outlining. Mylee and I chatted about why we became plotters, the benefits of outlining, and the downsides of plotting our stories before we draft. Also, we shared ten golden outlining tips from our own experiences as plotters. This chapter is packed with amazing insights and advice, so whether you’re a plotter, pantser, or somewhere in between, I hope you take something meaningful away from our conversation.Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/demimschwartz.bsky.social Thank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
What time is it? Summertime. Yes, but it’s also Revise & Resubmit O’Clock, a mysterious time of day. I’m over the moon to share my conversation with Grace Demyan for chapter sixty, where she demystifies R&Rs. If you have ever wanted insight into R&Rs from a literary agent, this chapter of the show is for you. Our conversation is packed with so much wonderful information, so I hope you love listening and gain new knowledge about R&Rs.Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/demimschwartz.bsky.social Thank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
Are you ready to talk about money? I hope so, since we’re getting real on Literary Blend today. If you like free things and low-cost options, stick around because I’m over the moon to bring you chapter fifty-nine with B Wheeler all about being an author on a budget. We had such a fabulous conversation, covering various aspects of being an author and sharing how you can chase your publishing dreams and reach your goals in the best way that works for you. I can’t thank B enough for joining me for this important chat, and I hope you gain gems of advice while listening.Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/demimschwartz.bsky.social Thank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
Do you have a unique writing process? Do you like blending genres in your work? If so, you’ll love chapter fifty-eight of the show with Brittany Micka-Foos on writing outside the box. We had such a fabulous conversation all about experimenting to discover what works for us, bending genre expectations, embracing our differences, and much more. I hope this chapter inspires you as you chase your publishing dreams.Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/demimschwartz.bsky.social Thank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
Would you like insight into the picture book publication process from a publisher? If so, you’re in the right place. Sandra Sutter from Gnome Road Publishing joined me for chapter fifty-seven of the show for a fabulous conversation. Whether you write picture books or not, Sandra and I talked about things that apply to all authors, like critique partners, comp titles, industry connections, and more. I truly had a blast chatting with Sandra, so I hope you love listening to our conversation and take away valuable advice.Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/demimschwartz.bsky.social Thank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
Thanks for stopping by the kindness corner. My friend, Danielle Render Turmaud, returned to the show for chapter fifty-six to cover kindness. We had such a wonderful conversation about showing ourselves and others kindness while chasing our writing dreams, then the chapter wrapped up with the most unhinged plot twist so far. From our vulnerable conversation to lots of laughs, I hope this chapter makes you smile and feel less alone on your journey.Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/demimschwartz.bsky.social Thank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
Have you ever considered running a Kickstarter campaign for your literary project? If so, you’re in luck because Marx Pyle joined me for chapter fifty-five to chat all about Kickstarter campaigns for books. During our conversation, we talked about the benefits of running a Kickstarter campaign, suggestions for rewards, golden tips to set campaigns up for success, and so much more. I learned a ton from Marx, so I hope you find our chat both insightful and entertaining.Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/demimschwartz.bsky.social Thank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
Surprise! It’s time for the second Literary Blend interlude. Returning guests, Bruce Buchanan and Jessica Lee Minneci, joined me to chat all about playing in the story sandbox. We had such an uplifting conversation focused on having fun while chasing our publishing dreams. I loved having Bruce and Jess back on the show for this chat, so I hope you enjoy listening and feel inspired to hold on to the joy of writing.Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzThank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
Are you feeling artsy? I hope so, because chapter fifty-four is all about mood boards, agent guides, and editor guides with Aaliyah Paolucci. Aaliyah and I talked about what mood boards, agent guides, and editor guides are, how to choose images, deciding what colors to use, crafting visually appealing designs, recommended dimensions for posting on social media, and more. Our conversation is full of tips, tricks, and advice, so I hope you love listening and gain the knowledge you need to create your own mood boards and guides to share your manuscripts.Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzThank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
Have you ever wondered how books find homes on library shelves? If so, chapter fifty-three of the show with Karen McCoy is for you. Karen shared so much golden information, from how librarians select titles and tips for getting your books on shelves to the differences between academic and public libraries and much more. I learned a ton from Karen, so I hope you love listening to our conversation.Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzThank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
Welcome to the historical fiction corner. I’m so glad you stopped by. Cidney Mayes joined me for chapter fifty-two to cover historical fiction. From choosing a time period and researching to blending historical fiction and fantasy, our chat is full of insights and advice. Whether you write historical fiction or not, I hope you enjoy listening and learn something you can apply to your own work.If you would like to connect with Cidney and read her book, Season of Fire, head over to her website: https://cidneymayes.com/ Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzThank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
Are you currently on submission? Have you ever wondered what the acquisitions process is really like? If so, chapter fifty-one of Literary Blend is for you. Jamie Ryu, a former editorial assistant at Macmillan and HarperCollins, joined me on the show to chat all about this mysterious stage in the publishing process. From editors evaluating submissions to offers of publication, we covered each step of a book’s acquisitions journey. I truly can’t thank Jamie enough for sharing her knowledge and insights. This chapter is a priceless peek behind the curtain at what actually goes on at traditional publishing houses when books are being considered for publication.Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzThank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
Wow, we have reached chapter fifty of Literary Blend. Can you believe it? Time flies when we’re having fun, right? Well, the fun continues because Alexandria Faulkenbury joined me to chat about blurring the line between reality and fiction. We had such a fascinating conversation, from talking about exploring what it means to be human and crafting realistic characters and settings to discussing the advice to write what you know and much more. I loved having Alexandria on the show to cover this topic, so I hope you enjoy listening to our conversation and gain insight into how you can blend reality and fiction in your own writing.Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzThank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
Okay, friends, it’s time to venture down the rocky rejection road for chapter forty-nine. Vicky Weber joined me on the show for such an important and insightful chat on this unavoidable aspect of the publishing industry. From talking about the reality of rejection to why agents and editors pass on manuscripts, we covered it all. I hope my conversation with Vicky helps shift your perspective on dealing with passes on your own work. We all face rejection in publishing, so remember, you’re never alone on this rocky road.Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzThank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
It’s time for a trip down library lane! I’m beyond honored to bring you a truly fantastic chat for chapter forty-eight with Sam Helmick, the president-elect of the American Library Association. During our conversation, we covered key details about the American Library Association, the importance of libraries, how we as a society can support libraries, the issues surrounding book banning and censorship, the upcoming 2025 LibLearnX conference, and more. Sam was such a delight to have on the show, and I can’t thank them enough for taking time out of their busy schedule to join me. I hope you love listening to this chapter, and please get out there and support the libraries in your community.If you would like to learn more about the American Library Association, head over to the organization’s website: https://www.ala.org/ Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzThank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
Happy New Year! Thank you so much for flipping the page to the first chapter of 2025. Do you like myths? I hope so, because Olivia Jackson sat down with me for chapter forty-seven to cover the myth of overnight success. Reaching our publishing goals requires persistence, hard work, luck, the right timing, and more, and Olivia and I unraveled the truth behind overnight successes. This is a fabulous chapter to kick off the new year, so I hope you find it inspiring and enlightening.Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzThank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter, happy reading and writing!
What’s this? An interlude? Yes, that’s right. Welcome to the first Literary Blend interlude. I wanted to end 2024 in a special way, so I invited back two of my wonderful friends, Danielle Render Turmaud and Kate Pockett, for a fabulous conversation on author gifts. We laughed. We almost cried. We shared our hearts and souls. I hope this interlude brightens your day as you get ready to ring in the new year.Thank you for being part of Literary Blend in 2024. My guests and listeners mean so much to me and make this show possible. I’m excited to share more unforgettable chapters in 2025.Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you.Show Email: literaryblendpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: http://demimschwartz.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartzInstagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartzThank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the first chapter of 2025, happy reading and writing!
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