Kia Carrington-Russell Author Interviews- Bound by Books

Author Interview Sarah M. Cradit Women writing epic fantasy and celebrating ten years publishing

Join Sarah M. Cradit and me as we discuss women writing epic fantasy and celebrating her ten-year publishing anniversary.

We also cover new release, ‘The Raven and the Rush’; taking over ten years to write her first book; overcoming self-doubt and building confidence as an author; writing over forty books; work life balance; lessons learnt over the last decade in the publishing industry; inspiration and travel; paying forward to the writing community; adapting to audiobooks and celebrating your wins.

I had such a blast talking with Sarah about her inspirational writing journey and advice to fellow authors. Not to forget to mention when we got the giggles after discovering we can make dolphin and chihuahua noises?! This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Check out Sarah M. Cradit books here:

The Kingless Crown, Kingdom of the white Sea Book 1: https://amzn.to/3rQgYWa

The Raven and the Rush, The Books of All Things Book 1: https://amzn.to/3dALcUW

The Storm and the Darkness, The House of Crimson and Clover Book 1: https://amzn.to/3lNcD2b

Nineteen Seventy, The Seven Book One: https://amzn.to/333d8yw

If you would like to check out my books, head over to my website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com

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

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

 

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Author Interview Kerry Fisher Writing Women’s Fiction and Family Dynamics

Join Kerry Fisher and me as we discuss writing women’s fiction and family dynamics.

We also cover Kerry’s time as a journalist; perseverance with over one hundred and twenty rejection letters from literary agencies; five years of nothing and then a literary agent and book deal on the same day; co-writing memoir, self help and mental health book- take my hand; traveling and living numerous lives and drawing inspiration from those places; dying her hair pink when she lost a bet to her daughter after hitting number two in the amazon charts; most memorable reader interaction moment; and top marketing tips.

I had such an amazing time with Kerry and was giddily influenced by her infectious positivity. We also find out about the time Kerry was flashed in Australia?! This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Check out Kerry Fisher’s books here:

The Silent Wife: https://amzn.to/3D7aJ29

Other People’s Marriage: https://amzn.to/3dms4Kh

The Woman I Was Before: https://amzn.to/3lqJv0B

Another Woman’s Child: https://amzn.to/3o9dA6B

Take My Hand: https://amzn.to/3xI8xNn

If you would like to check out my books, head over to my website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com

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

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

 

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Author Interview Tricia O’Malley Discovering our ‘why’ as an author

Join Tricia O’Malley and me as we discuss discovering our ‘why’ as an author.

We also cover living a Caribbean life and scuba diving; recent release, ‘A Good Soul’ in the ‘Siren Island Series’; changing the way we work and minimising stress; writing different genres under the same name; AMG Ads; favourite book to write; the growth of audiobooks; learning to say no; top three marketing tips; inspiration from travelling; most memorable reader interaction moment; and hitting USA Today bestselling list and having a celebratory dance with her dogs in the basement.

I had such a wonderful time talking with Tricia about her amazing writing journey and was laughing out loud (Sorry Tricia!) as she takes us back to the moment she spilt her coffee all over her laptop and treadmill?! This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Check out Tricia O’Malley books here:

One Tequila (The Aletha Rose series Book 1): https://amzn.to/3HPfjWj

Ms. Bitch: https://amzn.to/3cLxqy1

Stone Song (The Isle of Destiny Series Book 1): https://amzn.to/3oSMOOV

Wild Irish Heart (The Mystic Cove Series Book 1): https://amzn.to/30MbsZc

Good Girl (The Siren Island Series Book 1): https://amzn.to/3cK0R3u

Wild Irish Christmas (A Mystic Cove and Isle of Destiny festive novella): https://amzn.to/3cVppqJ

If you would like to check out my books, head over to my website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com

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

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

 

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Author Interview Pam Godwin ‘Sea of Ruins’ and new release, ‘Lessons in Sin’

Join Pam Godwin and me as we discuss my personal favourite read, ‘Sea of Ruins’ and ‘Lessons in Sin’.

We also cover four years of rejections before indie publishing; writing to push readers out of their comfort zone; unhealthy relationships with writing; character developments and plot outlines; challenging ‘what if’ concepts and questioning humanity via dystopian; changing writing processes; three must do’s on every release; disclaimers; traveling; language translations and audiobooks; and most memorable reader interactions.

I had so much fun talking with Pam about her amazing publishing journey and her future plans. I’m also convinced to send Stephen King a strongly worded email as to why he hasn’t been returning her best friends emails?!

Check out Pam Godwin books here:

Sea of Ruin: https://amzn.to/3HpHviz

Lessons in Sin: https://amzn.to/3qEqJGs

Dark Notes: https://amzn.to/2YNE2sD

Dead of Eve: https://amzn.to/3FgI2RP

Knotted, Trails of Sin Book 1: https://amzn.to/3nd9bPw

Meet Me Under the Mistletoe Anthology: https://amzn.to/3qEis5a

If you would like to check out my books, head over to my website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com

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

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

 

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Author Interview M. A. Carrick From Gaming to Co-Writing ‘The Mask of Mirrors’

Join M. A. Carrick and me as we discuss how their tabletop game turned into co-writing ‘The Mask of Mirrors’.

We also discover how Marie Brennan and Alyc Helms met in 2000 on an archaeological dig in Wales and Ireland; co-writing contracts and schedules; dividing responsibility between agents and publishing with Orbit; Marie’s experience attending the Hugo Awards after ‘A Natural History of Dragons’ received nomination; Alyc’s management advice for those starting new jobs and experience working for a tech company; celebrating the small milestones; pandemic burnout; the influence of anime, gaming and manga on writing and characterisations; and why Marie dislikes the term ‘Writers Block.’

I had so much fun talking with Marie and Alyc and can definitely see how the two friends were able to create such an incredible world and story in the ‘Rook & Rose’ series. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Check out M. A. Carrick’s books here:

The Mask of Mirrors: https://amzn.to/3wIo5Aj

The Liar’s Knot: https://amzn.to/3C73g2D

Marie Brennan’s books here:

A Natural History of Dragons: https://amzn.to/3olwFRY

Turning Darkness into Light: https://amzn.to/3ooACW0

Alyc Helms books here: The Dragons of Heaven: https://amzn.to/3ooBNVq

If you would like to check out my books, head over to my website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com

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

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

 

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Author Interview Zoe York ‘Romancing Your Brand’ and the highs and lows of Publishing

Join Zoe York and me as we discuss ‘Romancing Your Brand’ and the highs and lows of publishing.

We also cover the release of ‘Hate F*@k’, hitting New York Times and USA Best Seller lists and then being laid off from her fulltime job the day after and making it a full time income within a year; managing two separate brands and pen names including Ainsley Booth; workshops and running a podcast; retaining readership engagement; difference between creative and productive work; having multiple projects on the go; having three editors; soft, medium and hard launches and release strategies; and most memorable reader interaction moment.

I had an absolute blast talking to Zoe and can hands down say she’s a ‘Wonder Woman’ in the publishing industry. Such a wealth of knowledge and such a laugh! This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Check out Zoe York’s books here:

Love in a Small Town (Pine Harbour Book 1): https://amzn.to/3jU4FmX

Romance Your Brand (Publishing How To Book 1): https://amzn.to/3nKizJq

Hate F*@k (Forbidden Bodyguards Book 1): https://amzn.to/3BC1ZjQ

Undercover Billionaire (Billionaires Secrets Book 1): https://amzn.to/3EpH2KS

Prime Minister (Frisky Beavers Book 1): https://amzn.to/3nLfhpj

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.

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Author Interview Tia Louise Book Launches and hitting Amazon Top 100

Join Tia Louise and me as we discuss Book Launches and hitting Amazon Top 100.

We also cover writing debut novel, ‘One to Hold’ within two weeks; writing military romance; new release ‘Trouble’ and where to grab the special edition; importance of building a loyal newsletter; models, photographers and book covers; writing process; favourite trope to write; hitting USA Today bestseller; beta readers; tips in writing blurbs; working with PR companies; overcoming challenging times while writing in a pandemic; and most memorable reader interaction moment.

I had so much fun with Tia, Halloween ready with our masks and discovering her ups and downs while writing. I just love how passionate and inspirational she is and she’s an absolute wealth of knowledge for fellow writers listening. And we also find out about the time she embarrassingly fell over at a book event?! This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Check out Tia Louise’s books here:

One Immortal ON SALE NOW: https://amzn.to/2Zv77cL

Trouble: https://amzn.to/2XQ219U

One to Hold: https://amzn.to/2ZD1KrJ

Wait For Me: https://amzn.to/3vS43mt

Boss of Me: https://amzn.to/3EntcZl

If you would like to check out my books, head over to my website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com

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

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

 

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Author Interview TJ Green Quitting the day job and becoming a full-time author

Join TJ Green and me as we discuss quitting the day job and becoming a full-time author.

We also cover the start of TJ Green’s writing journey and her intent to write a book after leaving the UK; talking about witchcraft, witches and real magic in a positive light; learning facebook ads and practical advice; understanding the strength in social media; writing a series with a larger market and appeal; understanding your muse and knowing when to stop writing; audiobooks and how to promote them; top three marketing tips; and fabulous readers!

It was such a pleasure to talk with TJ about her books and writing journey. I was so inspired by her ambitions, learning curves and success. We also hear about how she head-budded a wheelbarrow?! This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Check out TJ Green’s books here:

Buried Magic (White Haven Witches Book 1): https://amzn.to/3poGl0e

Spirit of the Fallen (White Haven Hunters Book 1): https://amzn.to/3niw0Ab

Call of the King (Rise of the King Book 1): https://amzn.to/3aVebRQ

White Haven Witches Book 1- 3: https://amzn.to/3B8nwAE

If you would like to check out my books, head over to my website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com

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

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

 

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Author Interview Lesley Jones The Power of Reader Groups

Join Lesley Jones and me as we discuss creating a reader group and community.

We also cover the start of Lesley’s writing journey when her son was diagnosed with leukemia; typing her first book in the notes on her phone; ‘Carnage: The Story of Us’ and its momentum; creating a ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ group and community; the importance of understanding market and book covers including bare chested men; tips for book conventions and signings; kindle unlimited vs wide; top marketing tips; sticking to your strengths; and writing to make others feel.

I had such an amazing time talking to Lesley about her success and admiration for her readers. We also hear a little snippet about Carnage 2.0 which I know readers are going to go stir crazy for. And how Lesley managed to split the bottom end of her dress? This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Check out Lesley Jones books here:

Carnage (The Story of Us, book 1): https://amzn.to/3lIuOqj

Conviction: https://amzn.to/3APzEq4

Spiralling Skywards (Book One Falling): https://amzn.to/3DI6lYi

A Cowboy in Essex: https://amzn.to/3aHhDPQ

If you would like to check out my books, head over to my website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com

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

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

 

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Author Interview Davis Ashura Understanding Character Development

Join Davis and me as we discuss understanding character development.

We also cover popular fantasy series, ‘The Castes and the Outcastes’; best-selling audio book with over 3,000 ratings; kindle unlimited vs wide; taking writing classes to better craft; treating it like a business; balancing work as a full-time physician and writing; working with cover artists and understanding market; working with popular narrator, Nick Podehl; facebook and amazon ads; favourite book and why; and most memorable reader moment.

I had such a blast during this interview and was enthralled by Davis series which I plan on reading very soon. We also find out how Davis ended up in a well and is a bit of a craftsman. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Check out Davis Ashura’s books here:

A Testament of Steel (Instrument of Omens, book 1): https://amzn.to/3oBz5gP

A Warriors Path (The Castes and the Outcastes, book 1): https://amzn.to/3mzCcn7

The Complete Chronicles of William Wilde: https://amzn.to/3BxA9Gt

William Wilde and the Necrosed (The Chronicles of William Wilde, book 1): https://amzn.to/3FoX2hh

If you would like to check out my books, head over to my website at: www.kiacarrington-russell.com

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

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

 

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