Welcome to another episode of the Writing Quest Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Amber Toro, the author of the thrilling sci-fi novel "Umbra." Join us as we explore Amber's journey from a data scientist to a published author, her creative influences, and the unique challenges she's faced along the way.

Chapters:

• [00:00 ] Introduction: Introduction to the episode and Amber Toro .


• [00:18 ] Meet Amber Toro: Learn about Amber's background and what inspired her to start writing .


• [01:55 ] Crafting "Umbra": Discover the key influences and research that shaped Amber's debut novel​​.


• [03:02 ] Writing Process: Amber shares her approach to writing, including her use of NaNoWriMo and how she balances her career with her passion for storytelling​​ .


• [10:57 ] Balancing Family and Writing: Insights into how Amber manages her writing alongside family responsibilities .


• [17:59 ] AI and Writing: Amber discusses the role of AI in writing and her thoughts on generative AI .


• [22:24 ] Series Development: Amber talks about the future of her book series and her approach to maintaining engaging, manageable-length novels .


• [52:32 ] Audience Engagement: The importance of reader feedback and dealing with reviews .


• [53:31 ] Final Advice: Amber's parting words of wisdom for aspiring writers .


• [54:18 ] Social Media and Contacts: Where to find Amber online .

Connect with Amber Toro:

• Website: https://ambertoro.com


• Purchase "Umbra" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZVFVG3H


• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amberraetoro


• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amberraetoro


• X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/amberraetoro


• Beacon Page: https://beacons.ai/amberraetoro

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