Kia Carrington-Russell Author Interviews- Bound by Books

Author Interview Opal Reyne Monster Romance and Exponential Growth

Join Opal Reyne and me as we discuss writing monster romance and dealing with exponential growth.

 

We also cover dark romance vs dark elements; figuring out tropes and categories; finding your perfect author tribe; advice on signings and book conventions; pirating; book cover and fan art and how to deal with graphic designers; exposure as an author; and audiobooks.

 

I had an absolute blast in this interview and am super inspired by Opal’s story especially in dealing with new pressures when her author career went boom! With heaps of advice and behind the scenes this is an episode you won’t want to miss!

 

Check out Opal Reyne’s books here:

A Soul to Keep: Duskwalker Brides: Book One: https://amzn.to/40xboHG

A Soul to Revive: Duskwalker Brides: Book Five: https://amzn.to/3SrIfLO

The WitchSlayer: Witch Bound: Book One: https://amzn.to/3u9DgFp

Sea of Roses: A Pirate Romance Duology: Book One: https://amzn.to/3QpoUbI

 

If you would like to check Kia’s books, head over to her website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com or grab directly from amazon. Available on Kindle Unlimited.

Token Huntress, Vampire Romance Dystopian series: https://amzn.to/3abSH06

The Shadow Minds Journal, Angel & Demons thriller series: https://amzn.to/2wwyrZy

Mine for the Night, Contemporary Romance series: https://amzn.to/41apUnx

 

You can also connect with me on:

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Author Interview K. Bromberg Exponential Growth and Passionflix

Join K. Bromberg and me as we discuss dealing with exponential growth and Passionflix.

We also cover mistakes along the way; dealing with imposter syndrome; paying it forward in the book community; social media burn out; new release ‘Off the Grid’; managing reviews; stigma around traditionally and independently published; and advice on managing multiple contracts.

I had so much fun during this interview with K. Bromberg. Her knowledge and experience within the publishing industry is insightful as well as her dedicated hard-working attitude is equally inspiring! This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

 

Check out K. Bromberg’s books here:

Off the Grid, Full Throttle Series Book 1: https://amzn.to/48BEHMK

Driven, The Driven Series Book 1: https://amzn.to/3PzETU4

Last Resort, The S.I.N Series Book 1: https://amzn.to/3PEfLLX

Until You, The Redemption Series Book 1: https://amzn.to/3Q1rJR1

 

If you would like to check Kia’s books, head over to her website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com or grab directly from amazon. Available on Kindle Unlimited.

Token Huntress, Vampire Romance Dystopian series: https://amzn.to/3abSH06

The Shadow Minds Journal, Angel & Demons thriller series: https://amzn.to/2wwyrZy

Mine for the Night, Contemporary Romance series: https://amzn.to/41apUnx

 

You can also connect with me on:

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Hope to see you see you soon! Xx

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Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/0gAjiAKlXUA

Author Interview Laura Pavlov How to write Swoon Worthy HEA Romance

Join Laura Pavlov and me as we discuss writing swoon worthy happily ever after romance.

We also cover discipline and adjustments going from full time teacher to full time author; the necessity of setting boundaries with family and friends; acknowledging overwhelm and asking for help; new upcoming release ‘Before the Sunset’; writing process; social media and focusing on energy and time; and useful resources.

I had so much fun during this interview with Laura. It was really insightful learning about her writing process and resources that have helped her along the way during her writing career. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

 

Check out Laura Pavlov’s books here:

Before the Sunset, Cottonwood Cove Series Book 4: https://amzn.to/3ZlxwnM

Into the Tide, Cottonwood Cove Series Book 1: https://amzn.to/3PmqUkk

Always Mine, Honey Mountain Series Book 1: https://amzn.to/3Pvx2ae

Legacy, Montgomery Brothers Series Book 1: https://amzn.to/3EHe9vO

Frayed, Willow Springs Series Book 1: https://amzn.to/3ZlxFYm

 

 

If you would like to check Kia’s books, head over to her website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com or grab directly from amazon. Available on Kindle Unlimited.

Token Huntress, Vampire Romance Dystopian series: https://amzn.to/3abSH06

The Shadow Minds Journal, Angel & Demons thriller series: https://amzn.to/2wwyrZy

Mine for the Night, Contemporary Romance series: https://amzn.to/41apUnx

 

You can also connect with me on:

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Hope to see you see you soon! Xx

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Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/H19UoYOrCiY

Author Interview Sav R. Miller Writing Mythology Inspired Romance

Join Sav R. Miller and me as we discuss writing mythology inspired romance.

We also cover advice on author branding; writing interconnecting series; TikTok and being consistent on social media; book covers, character art and relaying vision to cover artists; method writing; mental health habits; stepping outside your comfort zone; and inspiration behind the ‘Monsters and Muses’ series including new release ‘Liars and Liaisons’.

What a phenomenal and inspiring interview! I had so much fun interviewing Sav and finding out how she went from a few hundred dollars in the bank per month to Amazon Top 40 Bestselling author. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

 

Check out Sav R. Miller’s books here:

Promises and Pomegranates, Monsters & Muses Book 1: https://amzn.to/3swNPlf

Sweet Surrender, King’s Trace Antiheroes Book 1: https://amzn.to/3YYTooC

Be Still My Heart, A Romantic Suspense: https://amzn.to/44tzUd7

Endless Anger, Monster Within Book 1: https://amzn.to/3P1Ywnm

 

 

If you would like to check Kia’s books, head over to her website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com or grab directly from amazon. Available on Kindle Unlimited.

Token Huntress, Vampire Romance Dystopian series: https://amzn.to/3abSH06

The Shadow Minds Journal, Angel & Demons thriller series: https://amzn.to/2wwyrZy

Mine for the Night, Contemporary Romance series: https://amzn.to/41apUnx

 

You can also connect with me on:

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Hope to see you see you soon! Xx

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Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/XVMtelUyxpo

Author Interview Kennedy Ryan Discovering your ‘Why’ in Writing

Join Kennedy Ryan and me as we discuss discovering your ‘why’ in writing.

We also cover writing about heavy topics and allowing yourself rest and grace; a background in journalism and Kennedy’s research and interviewing process; managing pressure with public platform and responsibility; why sensitivity readers are a must; comparing to other authors process and trusting your own; remastering previous books; writing impactful romance; social media; and creating opportunities for yourself.

Wow! What a phenomenal and inspiring interview! I left feeling Girl Boss after speaking with Kennedy Ryan and I hope you can take just as much from her wisdom and experience as I had. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

 

Check out Kennedy Ryan’s books here:

Long Shot, Hoops Book 1: https://amzn.to/45F1MvT

Before I Let Go, Skyland Book 1: https://amzn.to/45vsPtg

The Kingmaker, All The King’s Men Book 1: https://amzn.to/3YFQTHQ

Reel, A Forbidden Hollywood Romance: https://amzn.to/3KLjXaU

 

 

If you would like to check Kia’s books, head over to her website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com or grab directly from amazon. Available on Kindle Unlimited.

Token Huntress, Vampire Romance Dystopian series: https://amzn.to/3abSH06

The Shadow Minds Journal, Angel & Demons thriller series: https://amzn.to/2wwyrZy

Mine for the Night, Contemporary Romance series: https://amzn.to/41apUnx

 

You can also connect with me on:

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Hope to see you see you soon! Xx

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Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/7A0kAZb3QAw

Author Interview Teagan Hunter Writing Sports Romance and Rom Com

Join Teagan Hunter and me as we discuss writing sports romance and rom com.

We also cover writing fan fiction; upcoming book release ‘Body Check’; cover design and how to articulate your vision; giving into the writing process; advice on self-doubt; dealing with deadlines and burnout; instinctual marketing; and managing social media.

 

I had an absolute blast during this interview with Teagan and loved hearing about her journey including the highs and lows and why self-care is important. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

 

Check out Teagan Hunter’s books here:

Body Check, Seattle Serpents: https://amzn.to/3qn2oXS

Puck Shy, Carolina Comets: https://amzn.to/47jVbIF

Let’s Get Textual, Texting Series: https://amzn.to/3OO02dO

Loathe Thy Neighbor, Roommate Romps: https://amzn.to/3Yu4Ecn

 

If you would like to check Kia’s books, head over to her website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com or grab directly from amazon. Available on Kindle Unlimited.

Token Huntress, Vampire Romance Dystopian series: https://amzn.to/3abSH06

The Shadow Minds Journal, Angel & Demons thriller series: https://amzn.to/2wwyrZy

Mine for the Night, Contemporary Romance series: https://amzn.to/41apUnx

 

You can also connect with me on:

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Hope to see you see you soon! Xx

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Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/dO1l4Nl36zw

Author Interview Samantha Chase Adapting Novel to Hallmark Movie

Join Samantha Chase and me as we discuss adapting novel to Hallmark Movie.

We also cover writing over 80 books; going from hobby to full time author; dealing with exponential growth; creating boundaries with family and friends to prioritise writing time; dealing with burn out; expectations when going from novel to film; having multiple literary agents and finding the right match; and advice on marketing.

Wow I had such a fun interview with Samantha and so happy to share the excitement for her new book release and hallmark movie! She was so inspiring and offered great advice. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

 

Check out Samantha Chase’s books here:

The Wedding Season: https://amzn.to/3Off4Ic

Dare Me, The Donovans Laurel Bay Book 1: https://amzn.to/3Yg0xR4

Wait for Me, The Montgomery Brothers Book 1: https://amzn.to/3q4p92R

The Christmas Cottage: https://amzn.to/3OE8WuH

Christmas in Silver Bell Falls: https://amzn.to/3QlJzPf

 

If you would like to check Kia’s books, head over to her website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com or grab directly from amazon. Available on Kindle Unlimited.

Token Huntress, Vampire Romance Dystopian series: https://amzn.to/3abSH06

The Shadow Minds Journal, Angel & Demons thriller series: https://amzn.to/2wwyrZy

Mine for the Night, Contemporary Romance series: https://amzn.to/41apUnx

 

You can also connect with me on:

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Hope to see you see you soon! Xx

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Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/q8C-lvgKpw8

Author Interview B. B. Reid Publishing Hiatus and Rediscovering Passion and Inspiration in Writing

Join B. B. Reid and me as we discuss going on a publishing hiatus and rediscovering the passion and inspiration in a full-time writing career.

We also cover writing bully romance and pushing boundaries; the stumbles of publishing for the first time; saturation in information and where to start; learning tropes; being addicted to writing; handling the pressures of full-time writing; writing hiatus; new release ‘In the Gray; marketing tips; choosing pen names; kindle unlimited vs wide; and “YOUR TIME WILL COME!”

I had an absolute blast interviewing B. B. Reid. Such an inspiration and important conversation to be had regarding finding your passion and muse in a full-time writing career again. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

 

Check out B. B. Reid’s books here:

 

In the Gray: https://amzn.to/3OfoIf6

Fear Me, Broken Love Book 1: https://amzn.to/3K0Q2Lw

Lilac, an Enemies to Lovers Romance: https://amzn.to/3Of7kag

The Peer and the Puppet, When Rivals Play: https://amzn.to/3rq7rH7

 

If you would like to check Kia’s books, head over to her website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com or grab directly from amazon. Available on Kindle Unlimited.

Token Huntress, Vampire Romance Dystopian series: https://amzn.to/3abSH06

The Shadow Minds Journal, Angel & Demons thriller series: https://amzn.to/2wwyrZy

Mine for the Night, Contemporary Romance series: https://amzn.to/41apUnx

 

You can also connect with me on:

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Hope to see you see you soon! Xx

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Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/snWhmf8e_As

Author Interview Valentine PR and Literary Management with Nina Grinstead

Join Georgana (Nina) Grinstead, owner and publicist of Valentine PR and me as we discuss what to expect from a PR company and tips and tricks to marketing your next best seller.

 

We also cover building a PR and Literary Management firm and the screening process to working with Valentine PR; behind the scenes and managing separate roles; delegation and growing a business; pivoting within the industry expectations; how the industry has changed over the years; advice when pitching to literary agents; social media; and top marketing tips.

Wow what an insightful interview! I had so much fun speaking with Nina about her growing and supportive business that supports a lot of our fellow authors within industry. I appreciate her generosity in time and knowledge and hope it might shed some light on marketing your own books! I know I certainly learnt a thing or two!

 

Where to connect with Valentine PR: https://valentinepr.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/valentine.pr.lm/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valentine_pr_/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valentinepr_  

 

If you would like to check Kia’s books, head over to her website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com or grab directly from amazon. Available on Kindle Unlimited.

Token Huntress, Vampire Romance Dystopian series: https://amzn.to/3abSH06

The Shadow Minds Journal, Angel & Demons thriller series: https://amzn.to/2wwyrZy

Mine for the Night, Contemporary Romance series: https://amzn.to/41apUnx

 

You can also connect with me on:

Instagram: kia_crystal

Facebook: kiacarringtonrussellauthor

Twitter: kia_crystal

TikTok: kia_crystal

 

Hope to see you see you soon! Xx

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Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/a1sODonqoZI

Author Interview Kristen Proby Hitting Best-Seller lists and Publishing Expectations

Join Kristen Proby and me as we discuss hitting best-seller lists and publishing expectations.

We also cover going full-time writer within two months; over 70 books written; imposter syndrome; finding a new reader audience; inspiration behind new release ‘Chapel Bend; discovering a writing community when living in a small town; traditionally published vs indie published; suffering from burnout; why it’s difficult to hit New York Times best selling list; multiple genres under one penname; and top three marketing tips.

Wow! I had so much fun in this interview. Kristen is full of inspiration and knowledge, especially regarding how the industry has changed and keeping up with reader and publishing expectation. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

 

Check out Kristen Proby’s books here:

Come Away With Me, With Me in Seattle Book 1: https://amzn.to/3L4krbB

Chapel Bend, Huckleberry Bay Book 3: https://amzn.to/3L2fY9y

Easy Love, A Boudreaux Novel: https://amzn.to/3L634ai

Hallows End, The Curse of the Blood Moon Book 1: https://amzn.to/41WZkPw

 

If you would like to check Kia’s books, head over to her website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com or grab directly from amazon. Available on Kindle Unlimited.

Token Huntress, Vampire Romance Dystopian series: https://amzn.to/3abSH06

The Shadow Minds Journal, Angel & Demons thriller series: https://amzn.to/2wwyrZy

Mine for the Night, Contemporary Romance series: https://amzn.to/41apUnx

 

You can also connect with me on:

Instagram: kia_crystal

Facebook: kiacarringtonrussellauthor

Twitter: kia_crystal

TikTok: kia_crystal

 

Hope to see you see you soon! Xx

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Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/UzryaPFaPPg