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S4—E8—Author Scene: Alyssa Delle Palme

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In this episode, I’m thrilled to chat with Ottawa-based author Alyssa Delle Palme about her upcoming adult romance novel, Signing Off for the Summer, releasing June 6, 2025! We dive into her inspiration behind the book, her love for summer romances, and how her experiences as a broadcast journalist and cottage life shaped this heartfelt story. Plus, we geek out over Broadway musicals, her Read Between the Pines book club, and tips for aspiring writers! Don’t miss this cozy, inspiring conversation with a local Canadian talent. Grab Signing Off for the Summer Online https://amz.cx/3ShN or at...

S4—E9—Author Scene: Alyssa Delle Palme

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In this episode, I’m thrilled to chat with Ottawa-based author Alyssa Delle Palme about her upcoming adult romance novel, Signing Off for the Summer, releasing June 6, 2025! We dive into her inspiration behind the book, her love for summer romances, and how her experiences as a broadcast journalist and cottage life shaped this heartfelt story. Plus, we geek out over Broadway musicals, her Read Between the Pines book club, and tips for aspiring writers! Don’t miss this cozy, inspiring conversation with a local Canadian talent. Grab Signing Off for the Summer starting June 6, 2025 Online or...

S4—E8–What Makes a Great Chapter Beginning?

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In this episode, I’m sharing my top tips on how to write a strong chapter opening that hooks your reader and keeps them turning pages. We’re diving into the three key elements you need—Compelling, Conflict, and Character—and how to use them to craft unforgettable beginnings for any genre, from fantasy to mystery to romance. Plus, I’m filming outdoors in my backyard for a change, and I share a quick life update about my exciting house move (a miracle story I can’t wait to tell you about)! What You’ll Learn: How to create compelling chapter openings that grab attention Examples...

S4—E7–Author Scene: Judy Leslie

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In this episode, I’m thrilled to chat with Judy Leslie, author of the captivating Cook’s Cove series! Judy shares her incredible journey as a writer, from her mentorships with bestselling authors to crafting her mystery-driven, character-focused novels. We dive deep into her first book, House at the Cove, and explore the inspiration behind its gripping story, slow-burn romance, and unforgettable twists. Plus, Judy drops invaluable advice for aspiring writers! Grab Judy’s books here: amazon.com/author/judyleslie Timestamps: – Intro & Welcome Judy Leslie – Judy’s Writing...

S4—E6–How to Write Visually

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Struggling to make your writing pop? In this video, I’m diving into my top 3 tips to write visually and bring your stories to life! From engaging the five senses to mastering "show, don’t tell" and using powerful similes and metaphors, I’ll show you how to captivate your readers’ senses and emotions. Plus, I’m sharing examples from Edgar Allan Poe, Leo Tolstoy’s War and Peace, and even my own work-in-progress novella, His Girl. Whether you’re writing fiction, historical novels, or just want to spice up your prose, this Writing 101 guide is packed with actionable tips to make your...

S4—E5–Hook Your Readers in Less Than 60 Sec. : The Ultimate Guide to Book Trailers

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Hey everyone! In this video, I’m spilling all my secrets on how to hook your readers in under 60 seconds with the ultimate guide to creating book trailers. Whether you’re an aspiring author or a seasoned writer, this is your one-stop resource for mastering book trailers—why, they’re a game-changer for book marketing, how to make one, and where to share them for maximum impact. I dive deep into what makes a book trailer irresistible: high-quality video clips (hello, Pexels.com!), the perfect music (I’m obsessed with AudioJungle), sound effects that bring it to life, and snappy text...

S4—E4—Author Scene: Alyssa Milani

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Hey everyone! Today, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Alyssa Milani, an incredibly talented author of the upcoming dark romance novel, "The Chosen Secret." In this interview, we explored Alyssa's journey from writing horror and sci-fi to blending those elements into dark romance. We talked about her creative process, the unique challenges she faced while writing her latest book, and her experience with the anthology "Heart's Lock, Love's Key," where she contributed a charming hockey romance story. What You'll Learn: The inspiration behind "The Chosen Secret" and how Alyssa pushes her...

S4—E3—How to Set Up Your Writing Routine

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Hey everyone, welcome back to Pen to Paper! Today we're diving into how to craft a writing routine that truly works for you. The Role of Movement: Learn why incorporating exercise or some form of movement can significantly boost your creativity and focus. From Charles Dickens' walks to my own HIIT sessions, find what energizes your writing process. How much should you write? I share my personal goal of writing at least 30 minutes a day, aiming for around 500 words, but discuss how this can vary based on your lifestyle. Do I wake up at 5 AM or stay up till 2 AM? Discover what time of day suits...

S4-E2-2025 Author Scene: Madeline Nixon

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Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to share with you an insightful interview with the wonderful Madeline Nixon. In this episode, we dive deep into her latest release, "Not Actually", which hit the shelves last November. Here's what we cover: Madeline's writing journey from her high school days to her current success with 14 educational kids' books and three adult novels. Inspiration behind "Not Actually", a romantic tale spun off from an intriguing scene in her previous book, "Emergency Lullabies." Character development for Zoe and Kieran, the main duo in "Not Actually", including their...

S4-E1-2025 Author Goals

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Welcome to Pen to Paper 2025! Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to be back with you on this journey through my writing world. After taking a little break at the end of last year, I'm super excited to shake things up here on the channel. 2024 was a whirlwind for me, starting with the release of "Unborn Melody," which really set the pace for my year. I released my first audiobook, "Redeemed from the Ashes," after years of procrastination, and I even appeared on TV not once, but twice! From launching the Eastern Ontario Writers Festival to releasing paperbacks like "Ghost of My Heart" and "Scathed...

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