Best Tosca Musk Podcasts (2025)

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The Black Dagger Brotherhood NYC Premiere Q&A 21:04

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2M ago21:04

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Recorded live at The Black Dagger Brotherhood Premiere in New York City on May 29, 2025. In this exclusive PassionPod episode, we're bringing you an exclusive look at the highly anticipated premiere of The Black Dagger Brotherhood in New York City. Recorded directly after the screening, this episode captures the raw excitement, heartfelt reflection…

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Episode 39 - The Heart of the Brotherhood: Gene David Paulsson as Fritz 32:21

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In this episode of PassionPod, Lauren (Director of Development) and Tosca (Founder and CEO of Passionflix) interview Gene David Paulsson, who plays the beloved character Fritz in The Black Dagger Brotherhood series. Gene shares his surreal experience of playing a fan-favorite role & his background as an actor from his early years in Manitoba to his…

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Brotherhood Breakdown: Episode 6 (with J.R. Ward) 30:41

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⚠️ Spoiler Alert! This PassionPod episode dives deep into the season finale (Episode 6) of The Black Dagger Brotherhood (Season 1) with Tosca Musk and very special guest, J.R. Ward. If you haven’t watched the episode yet, we highly recommend doing so before listening! We’ll be discussing major plot points, character moments, and behind-the-scenes i…

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Brotherhood Breakdown: Episode 5 40:11

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In this episode, Tosca, Lauren & Ali break down Episode Five of The Black Dagger Brotherhood. If you haven’t watched the episode yet, press pause and watch it first. We’re diving into major plot points, character moments and behind-the-scenes insights that could spoil the experience. Come back after you’ve watched for all the juicy details, laughs …

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Episode 38 - Robert Maaser & Olivia Applegate 44:28

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In this episode of PassionPod, Tosca Musk (Founder of Passionflix & Director of the 'Black Dagger Brotherhood') & Ali Whitaker (Head of Marketing & Publicity) are joined by cast members Robert Maaser (Wrath) and Olivia Applegate (Beth) to discuss their experiences working on season one. The conversation explores Robert & Olivia's initial reactions …

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Brotherhood Breakdown: Episode 4 32:51

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⚠️ Spoiler Alert! In this episode, Tosca, Lauren & Ali break down Episode Four of The Black Dagger Brotherhood. If you haven’t watched the episode yet, press pause and watch it first. We’re diving into major plot points, character moments and behind-the-scenes insights that could spoil the experience. Come back after you’ve watched for all the juic…

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Brotherhood Breakdown: Episode 3 31:09

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⚠️ Spoiler Alert! In this episode, Tosca, Lauren & Ali break down Episode Three of The Black Dagger Brotherhood. If you haven’t seen the episode yet, press pause and watch it first. We’re diving into major plot points, character moments, and behind-the-scenes insights that could spoil the experience. Come back after you’ve watched for all the juicy…

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Brotherhood Breakdown: Episode 2 29:37

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⚠️ Spoiler Alert! This PassionPod episode dives deep into Episode Two of The Black Dagger Brotherhood. If you haven’t watched the episode yet, we highly recommend doing so before listening! We’ll be discussing major plot points, character moments, and behind-the-scenes insights that could spoil the experience. Go watch first, then come back for all…

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Brotherhood Breakdown: Episode 1 (with J.R. Ward) 33:31

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⚠️ Spoiler Alert! This PassionPod episode dives deep into Episode One of The Black Dagger Brotherhood with Tosca Musk and very special guest, J.R. Ward. If you haven’t watched the episode yet, we highly recommend doing so before listening! We’ll be discussing major plot points, character moments, and behind-the-scenes insights that could spoil the …

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Episode 33 - Kellen Boyle as Havers in The Black Dagger Brotherhood 58:15

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In this engaging episode of PassionPod, Lauren (Director of Development) and Tosca (Founder and CEO of Passionflix) interview Kellen Boyle, who plays Havers in the upcoming 'Black Dagger Brotherhood' series, releasing on June 5th exclusively on Passionflix. The trio discuss the funny mispronunciation of Havers' name, Kellen's unique experience with…

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Episode 32 - Darrell Snedeger on Becoming Mr. X 35:26

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In this episode of PassionPod, producer Carlos Velasco and Passionflix CEO and Founder, Tosca Musk, interview Darrell Snedeger, who plays Mr. X in 'The Black Dagger Brotherhood' series. They discuss Darrell's transformation into his villainous character, his experiences on set and his interactions with co-stars. They also touch on the unique challe…

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Unraveling Tangled: A Virtual Q&A with Cast & Creatives 45:09

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In this never-before-released Q&A session recorded in December 2022, the cast and crew of Passionflix's film adaptation of 'Tangled' come together for a virtual premiere discussion. The participants include Lauren (Director of Development), Ali (Director of Marketing and PR), Tosca (Founder and CEO of Passionflix), Emma Chase, the author of 'Tangle…

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Ep 84 - Dark Fantasy and Rebellion: Building Depth with Magic with Sarah Hawley 45:11

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"You want to (write dark themes) in a way that's sensitive and include the dark content but also consider the impact." Sarah Hawley, USA Today Bestselling Author, knows how to occupy space in darker narratives and brutal high-stakes stories in addition to her lighter rom-com books. We focus on the first book of a high fantasy series, Servant of Ear…

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Episode 31 - Editing Magic: Margie Goodspeed's Vision for the 'Black Dagger Brotherhood' 49:17

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In this episode of PassionPod, Ali Whitaker (Head of Marketing and Publicity) and Tosca Musk (Founder and CEO of Passionflix) welcome Margie Goodspeed, the Head of Creative Post-Production at Passionflix. Margie joins us to talk all about her editing work on the first season of the 'Black Dagger Brotherhood' (releasing June 5th on PassionFlix). In …

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Passionista Q&A Episode: Accidental Cuddles 39:10

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Welcome to our special, fan-interaction episode! In this episode of PassionPod, our hosts (Tosca, Lauren & Ali) interact with you, the fans, through user-submitted voicemails and emails! They answer questions about how Passionflix selects books to adapt, upcoming films this year and the overall behind-the-scenes process behind creating Passionflix …

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Episode 29 - ApollyCon, ‘Beauty from Pain’ & ‘Royally Screwed’ 27:40

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In this episode of PassionPod, Tosca Musk (Founder & CEO of Passionflix), Lauren (Director of Development) and Ali (Head of Marketing and Publicity) discuss recent projects and events. They talk about finalizing the color timing and visual effects for 'Black Dagger Brotherhood,' progress on the title sequence music as well as the development of var…

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Episode 28 - Carlos Velasco: AD & Producer for 'The Black Dagger Brotherhood' 56:56

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In this episode of PassionPod, Tosca Musk (CEO and founder of Passionflix) and Ali Whitaker (Head of Marketing and Publicity) update us on the 'Black Dagger Brotherhood,' post-production, highlighting the progress with color timing and poster designs. Special guest Carlos Velasco (1st AD & Producer) shares his experiences managing logistics on set,…

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Rewind & Reflect: Part 2 - Tosca Talks, PassionCon & Black Dagger Brotherhood 55:20

6M ago55:20

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In this episode, hosts Lauren Olsen, Ali Whitaker and Tosca Musk of Passionflix dive into discussing 'Tosca Talks', PassionCon and the 'Black Dagger Brotherhood'. The trio talk all about the conception and adventures of 'Tosca Talks,' highlighting memorable experiences like ghost tours with Jennifer L. Armentrout and crab catching in Key West with …

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Passionflix Rewind & Reflect: Part 1 38:42

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In this episode of PassionPod, Tosca Musk, Founder and CEO of Passionflix, and Lauren Olsen, Director of Development, reboot the podcast with a new professional setup. They discuss the transition from Zoom recordings, potential for on-the-road podcasts & interviews, and introduce new fan interaction initiatives. The hosts review recent film release…

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Ep 83 - Time Travel RomCom: Chivalry for a Modern Romance with Bryn Donovan 46:40

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"One thing I love about the romance genre is that you're allowed to have those big, emotional moments....without apology." Romance Author and former Hallmark creative producer, Bryn Donovan discusses the charming and humorous moments that arise with miscommunication in romcoms, the challenges of a love that transcends time, and the heartwarming jou…

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Ep 82 - Crafting Characters using Enneagrams with Krystal Shannan 55:23

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"...each enneagram has a really unhealthy bar all the way up to a healthy bar. So for me, it's 'where did my character start on the bar?' and 'how do I get them to a healthy place of the enneagram through the story?'..." USA Today Bestselling Author Krystal Shannan explores the fascinating world of Enneagrams and their powerful application in chara…

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Ep 81 - Political Passions: Creating a High-Profile Romance with Alicia Wilder 44:22

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"For (the politican couple), it's almost a negotiation - I know what I want. Are you able to give it to me? And just having that back and forth." Romance Author Alicia Wilder created a not-so-secret, forced proximity romance set in Washington DC with likeable characters to boot in My Secret Vice. She walked through the process of toeing the line be…

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Ep 80 - Writing Through Pain: Chronic Illness Narratives with Cara Dion 54:34

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"...if I want readers to be able to identify with the character then I want them to be able to identify with the illness specifically...I can't be ashamed to put the name (of illness) on the page." Romance author Cara Dion knows writing through the pain of chronic illness is not just about the physical aspects but touches ever part of her life. We …

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Ep 79 - Prose to Pictures: Illustrating a Novel with C.A. Szarek and Gilbert Perez 52:40

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"I think initially planning it out was kind of difficult. Only because...(the writer) is very descriptive. She says she can't draw, but in my mind, (they) just do it differently. (Writers) do it with words." USA Today Bestselling Author C.A. Szarek collaborated with comic artist Gilbert Perez to create an illustrated version of her romantic fantasy…

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Ep 78 - Book to Screen: Writing a Script and Adaptation with Emily Roberson 52:32

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"....(Screenwriting) is, to me, a lot more puzzle-like than novels...if somebody gives me a screenplay to read that is 140 pages, I know it doesn't work." Award-winning author Emily Roberson explores the intricacies of adaptation as she delves into how to write compelling scripts. From options as an author to translating a story to the screen, Emil…

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Ep 77 - Romance in Filmmaking with Tosca Musk 48:10

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"As a romance fan, we couldn't get anybody or any of the networks to buy into....(or) pay to make these adaptations, and so we started our own streaming platform..." Tosca Musk, CEO and founder behind streaming service Passionflix, takes proper time, care, and effort to make a romance book into a movie for the fans. We chat determining what role sh…

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Ep 76 - Character Creation: Writing an Identity Not Your Own with Alex Temblador 49:28

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"...and if you create this single story for a people of a certain historically, marginalized identities; you know, that gets taken by readers and it gets inside of them in ways we might not expect or intend to..." Award-winning author Alex Temblador commitment to diverse storytelling helped create a tool to authentically write and edit a character …

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Ep 75 - Unveiling Character Depth through Family with Amber Royer 52:11

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"...Introducing family shows a different side (to the character) and allows the character to be a little more well-rounded in the way they interact..." Writing instructor and multi-genre author, Amber Royer, encounters the challenges and surprises of introducing new characters with her Bean to Bar Cozy Mystery Series. She even touched on understati…

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Ep 74 - Creating an Indie Romance Audiobook with Melissa Whitney and Harlow Wilde 48:52

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"It's been fun to kinda see (Melissa's writing) evolve also in the narration I have done for her....her stories get better and better with time. It's the same with narration too." Romance author Melissa Whitney Author and narrator Harlow Wilde are a dynamic duo when it comes to audiobooks. We discuss the changing production process of each book, wh…

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Ep 73 - Audible Impact: Cultivating Listeners for Audiobooks with Karen White 58:01

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"If you're just starting out, I personally would recommend waiting (to invest in audiobooks) until you have a full series that...is selling well. ...If the series isn't working, you're not going to know that until the series has been out for a while." As an author and narrator, Karen White knows what it takes to get into listening ears. We discuss …

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Ep 72 - Narrative Flow: Building Emotional Arcs with Kimberly Packard 45:53

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"I try to write really fierce, headstrong characters...but at the same time, it's ok to be vulnerable. It's ok to say I don't have all the answers." Author Kimberly Packard lovingly calls women's fiction the "trash can punch" genre since it has a little bit of everything, and while her characters and novels run the gamut within the genre, the emoti…

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Ep 71 - The Write Transition: From Podcast and Novels to Literary Life with Amy Kelly 48:22

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"If it feels like I'm trying to force something...that's usually when I know to kinda let go. Either set it down or hold it with an open hand and see what happens. Whatever happens with it, let that be. " Amy Kelly, the new leader at Lone Star Literary Life, shares her unique journey as an author, podcaster and literary advocate to enrich both Texa…

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Ep 70 - Using AI Ethically to Make the Most of Your Writing with Marcy Pusey 1:00:12

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"There's this living in alignment, in integrity, and I don't like to do things out of alignment...and this is an area that has some consequences." Bestselling Author, Tedx Speaker, and therapist, Marcy Pusey helped me delve into the ethical use of AI in the creative process - pros and cons. She illuminates how AI operates with creative recycling an…

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Ep 69 - The Authorpreneur Mindset: Blooming in Adversity with Kathryn McClatchy 1:02:44

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"(It) started as a blog, Unleashing the Next Chapter, to document my stroke recovery and unleashing is a nod to the fact that I had just gotten Gizmo (service dog)...to (now) having a boutique marketing agency..." Kathryn McClatchy is an authorpreneur and consultant who lived two distinct lives: one before strokes and one after. She reveals what it…

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Ep 68 - Beyond Stereotypes: Crafting Authentic Characters with Disabilities with Melissa Whitney 48:35

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"....Whenever you are going to write disability or anytime you're going to write outside of your lived experience, first you have to ask yourself: Do you already platform and support this community?" As a romance writer with a disability, Melissa Whitney writes fantastic HEAs for non-typical protagonists - who have disabilities and neurodivergences…

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Ep 67 - Tragedy and Humor: Creating a New Happily Ever After with Courtney Deane 41:31

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"...I certainly hope that (this book) reaches the people who do, for one reason or another, feel that the world has just been so unfair to them and why can't it pick on somebody else for once..." After both her parents died, Courtney penned those tragedies into a debut book, When Happily Ever After Fails. In the book, she proves all tragedies can b…

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Ep 66 - Collaborative Magic: Crafting a Holiday Novella Series with Lark Green, Lucy Limon, and Catrina Bell 55:54

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"...as we're solving problems in our own stories, we're creating problems for the other stories that (Lark and Catrina) had to work in... It made for some really creative outcomes." - Lucy Limon As critique partners and writers with complementary strengths, romance authors Lark Green, Lucy Limon, and Catrina Bell devised a plan for a holiday novell…

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Ep 65 - Building an Interconnected Series with C.A. Szarek 44:40

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"They always say start your book on a day that's different. That's called an inciting incident. That's what I try to do naturally. Sometimes it works; sometimes it doesn't." A decade into writing her Highlander series, USA Today Bestselling Author C.A. Szarek has built a large cast of interconnected books, and her unorthodox method continues to hav…

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Ep 64 - Overcoming Writer’s Block and Procrastination with Dr. Nicole Janz 48:01

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"We need to see writer's block in a different way. It's really not the enemy, but...it's a sign. And usually, it's that your body and your mind are telling you something is off..." Author and writing coach, Dr. Nicole Janz, helps creatives use their writing voice with breakthroughs on writer's block and procrastination. Straightforward and detailed…

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Ep 63 - Unconventional Love Stories: Monster Romance with Kate Prior 45:03

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"(Not) to dive into the core fear...that we're unrelatable that people will not communicate with us...and I think that's one of those things you see get demonstrated with monsters in the history of storytelling." Romance Author Kate Prior fell into writing Monster Romance by accident and now, has three books to show for her Claws and Cubicles serie…

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Ep 62 - Reimagining a Holiday Classic with Kelly Farmer 38:59

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"You know it is such a beloved story but the modern twist...it's really a celebration of queer joy and community...like a true Hallmark-y story nothing truly bad happens." We're celebrating the most fabulous time of the year! Contemporary Romance Author Kelly Farmer crafts heart, humor, and depth into her books and gave the premise of "It's a Wonde…

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Ep 61 - Writing Engaging Pets and Animal Sidekicks with Amber Royer 54:57

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"I think the key is either treat the character (animal) as a sounding board...or you treat this as another character on the same level as a human character." Writing instructor and multi-genre author, Amber Royer, incorporates all types of animals in her writing - from an octopus to a cockatoo. She directs us in how writing sidekick animals and pet…

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Ep 60 - Re-assessing Successful Writer Goals with Kathryn McClatchy 1:03:25

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"....We need time to think. We need time to research, and we need time to be creative. And so that has to go into our calendar as well." Back in episode 42, Writer, speaker, and social media consultant Kathryn McClatchy provided ways to create realistic, achievable goals and put the right timeframes in place. Over six months later, we're doing a re…

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Ep 59 - Creating Compelling External Conflict for a Captivating Story with Susan Sheehey 44:34

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"...What drives the conflict most are the character's goals and motivations. So you have to ask 'what is the main character's top goal in life and the focus of the story?'..." Author and Developmental Editor, Susan Sheehey writes compelling stories by embracing flaws, loving imperfections, and building external conflict. She reminds us of the great…

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Ep 58 - Scoring Goals and Soccer Romance with Liz Lincoln and Lainey Davis 44:25

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"My book, A Beautiful Game, was...a love story and also, a love story about soccer and playing soccer." Liz Lincoln and Lainey Davis score goals when it comes to soccer romance. Both ladies write other kinds of sports romance, but in honor of the World Cup, we chat making soccer (or football!) romance accessible to the masses, writing from althetic…

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Ep 57 - Launching Yourself as an Author before Publishing with Danika Bloom 53:05

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"Being a pre-published author is to know exactly what your expectations are of yourself and of your writing...Like is this a career for you or do you just have that one story...?" Danika Bloom, USA Today bestselling romance author, coaches authors like she used to coach small business owners. She empowers and creates a community, so authors don't w…

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Episode 25: PassionCon, 7 Minutes, Tosca Talks & more! 33:54

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In this episode of PassionPod, Lauren, Ali & Tosca discuss various updates and exciting news for Passionflix! They reminisce about early (and sometime hilarious) customer service experiences and give an update on PassionCon, including their memorable trip to Puerto Rico. The team mentions the upcoming PassionCon featuring authors like Laurelin Paig…

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Ep 56 - The Power of Voice: Dictating your way to Better Writing with Heidi McCahan 40:02

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"...Dictating helps me get to the emotional level of my characters a little easier than if I was handwriting or typing on my laptop. It's just for me, dictation takes away a little bit of a barrier..." Heidi McCahan had an interesting path to becoming a Harlequin author and found a smart way to create leverage in writing multiple books a year - dic…

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Ep 55 - Cowboy Romance and Emotional Character Arcs with Kayla Grosse 41:08

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"...I really wanted all my characters to have this nice arc...They start at point A and then they're sort of figuring their way through it as the book goes on." Kayla Grosse can't help but write compelling characters with depth - which propelled her previous romance book into a bestseller. Now her cowboy romance, Reign Me In, rides highs and lows a…

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Ep 54 - Planning a Successful Book Launch with Carolyn Choate 48:59

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"...when you can bring your creative brain to marketing, it explodes. There's so much great opportunity to be creative in marketing and think outside the box and try new things." Author and Speaker Carolyn Choate hosts The Financially Free Author Show and has been imbedded in the indie publishing world since the wild west of ebook publishing when K…