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On the Pencils&Lipstick podcast Kat talks to authors, editors and other professionals in the writing and publishing field to learn more about the craft of writing. If you're a writer or just love listening to author interviews about writing, Pencils&Lipstick is about to be your newest favorite podcast.

  1. 6D AGO

    Ep 299 Characters with Conviction with guest Jake Lynch

    In this episode of Pencils and Lipstick, I sat down with Jake Lynch to talk about his unexpected journey into writing Christian fiction. He shared how a moment in Isaiah prompted him to write his first novel and how he now builds stories around intentional themes—taking characters from problem to solution. We dove into crafting meaningful character arcs, writing with the reader in mind, and creating faith-driven stories that explore doubt, growth, and redemption.You can find out more about Jake on his website: https://authorjakelynch.com/ Sign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @author_katcaldwell Sign up for the first Craft and Connect live event! https://tidycal.com/writeyourlife/craft-and-connect-live-march-24

  2. FEB 16

    Ep 298 Craft and Connect: Your Marketing Pillars

    Welcome to the first episode of Craft and Connect, the marketing show on Pencils&Lipstick with Becky Grogan and Kat Caldwell! Today we are talking about the pillars of marketing that will construct the foundation of any other marketing you will do as an author. This is a very important step to NOT skip! We have several resources (as promised) for you below: https://katcaldwell.com/author-brand-worksheet https://katcaldwell.com/core-values https://katcaldwell.com/promotion-article Sign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @author_katcaldwell

  3. FEB 9

    Ep 297 The Case For Crime Fiction with Melanie Anagnos

    Today I'm speaking with Melanie Anagnos about being a police procedural author. Melanie received an MFA from Sarah Lawrence, and although she started writing a literary novel, she ended up in the crime genre. We talk all about MFAs, genre fiction, how to do research and more on this week's Pencils&Lipstick. Find out more about Melanie: https://melanieanagnos.com/author/ Melanie's Substack https://melanieanagnos.substack.com/ Be sure to get on my writer's newsletter to be part of the marketing hour live coming in March! Sign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @author_katcaldwell

  4. FEB 2

    Ep 296 Welcome to the Book Marketing Hour

    Welcome to the Pencils&Lipstick Book Marketing Hour! We will be here every month...and we will be working on that title... Every third Monday of every month, Becky Grogan (https://www.beckythebookcoach.com/) will be joining me to talk about book marketing. In this episode we go through what we will be handling, we you can expect and when as well as the dates for the LIVE marketing Q&As that we will have. Be sure to listen! Marketing is NOT just social media, but we will be talking about social media. If you don't have anything set up and want to get things moving, you can check out these Youtube videos for setting up Instagram and TikTok: https://youtu.be/j4nBDjsyGZ0?si=XsSVq_hbiLSaxSAM https://youtu.be/KJeU6SP548w?si=hWB6IgopanEdvGwj https://youtu.be/KJeU6SP548w?si=hWB6IgopanEdvGwj Sign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. AND to get reminders about the live marketing Q&As that will be happening twice this coming semester. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @author_katcaldwell

  5. JAN 26

    Ep 295 How to Start Writing A Story

    Here are the links for the books, websites and classes I mention in the episode. LiveWriteThrive.com has a LOT of great courses on writing. Reedsy.com/learning is also a great source. Get on their newsletter! My character development courses: https://katcaldwell.com/character-masterclass and https://katcaldwell.com/Whats-a-character My scene development courses: https://writeyourstory.thrivecart.com/amazing-scene/ Be sure to tell me what you want to hear from the coming Marketing Show on Pencils&Lipstick! Sign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @author_katcaldwell

  6. JAN 20

    Ep 294 Five Tips for Self-Editing Your Manuscript

    Once you type The End on your manuscript, the real work begins: editing. But editing is not just re-reading and tweaking a few words here and there. Editing involves some deep work. So let's get into the top five tips I have for writer, indie or traditional, for polishing their book to the best potential. Be sure to check out CS Lakin at LiveWriteThrive.com and find my masterclass Building a Story for the Character that Haunts You here: https://katcaldwell.com/character-masterclass Sign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @author_katcaldwell

  7. JAN 12

    Ep 293 The Courage to Be Authentic with Antonio Michael Downing

    I'm super excited for you to listen to this interview (chat, really) that I had with Antonio Michael Downing. It isn't everyday that I get to have such a great conversation with a stranger! Check out more about Antonio and get his books here: https://www.antoniomichaeldowning.com/ Also, follow him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/john.orpheus.3/ or Instagram https://www.instagram.com/antoniomichaeldowning Sign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @author_katcaldwell or on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@katcaldwell.author And get on my writer's newsletter! https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletter

  8. JAN 5

    Ep 292 An Intentional Writing Life

    Is it possible to set goals as a writer? As a creative? When there are so many different variables that go into creating a story? In this episode I go into the reality of goal setting as a writer, especially one just starting out (with 4 books or less). I believe in going into the new year with eyes wide open, but also with encouragement. Let's get those books written in 2026! And not falling into the pit of thinking we should be on track with everyone else out there. Sign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @author_katcaldwell or on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@katcaldwell.author

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On the Pencils&Lipstick podcast Kat talks to authors, editors and other professionals in the writing and publishing field to learn more about the craft of writing. If you're a writer or just love listening to author interviews about writing, Pencils&Lipstick is about to be your newest favorite podcast.

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  • Creator
    Kat Caldwell
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    233
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Kat Caldwell-Ladwell Publishing Pencils&Lipstick 2019
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