So, I wrote a book... Now What?

So, I wrote a book... Now What?
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Writers chatting about writing. If you’ve written a book and are wondering what do I do now, this is the podcast for you. Anywhere you are in your publishing journey from just thinking about writing a book or about to publish your tenth novel, this podcast is full of inspiration, tips and tricks to get you writing and get your book into the world. Host Nicole Barton, an emerging author with a few books under her belt, interviews authors from all parts of the publishing (both self and traditional) journey.

  1. Ep 31. NC Barton. It takes a village to write a book.

    08/21/2025

    Ep 31. NC Barton. It takes a village to write a book.

    In this engaging conversation, NC Barton shares her journey as a writer, discussing her early experiences with writing, the challenges she faced during the pandemic, and her transition from writing mysteries to romance. She delves into the intricacies of crafting her latest book, 'The Now and Forever,' including the dual timeline structure and character development. The discussion also covers the editing process, the importance of feedback, and her future writing projects, highlighting the emotional and creative aspects of being an author. In this conversation, Lindsay and Nicole discuss the transition from traditional publishing to self-publishing, exploring the challenges and triumphs of each path. They delve into the creative process, the importance of community among writers, and the joy of receiving feedback from readers. Nicole shares her experiences with self-publishing, including the learning curve and the excitement of having her work read by strangers. The discussion highlights the significance of finding one's voice and the unique journey every author undertakes in their writing career. That you so much Lindsay Barrett. You can buy the Savannah Royals now!  And The Dravenhearst Brides comes out October 9th. You can preorder here  or there’s still time to sign up for an Advance Reader Copy Nicole’s debut novel is out now. You can get it on ebook or KU here Or order a signed copy here.  If you's like to sign up to be an arc reader on her Banksy inspired romance you can sign up here. If you want to connect with me I’d love to hear from you. Website. https://ncbartonwrites.com/ Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/ncbartonwrites/ Threads.  https://www.threads.net/@ncbartonwrites Podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-i-wrote-a-book-now-what/id178189433 NC Barton | Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/NCBartonWrites or my ⁠Substack https://nicolebartonwrites.substack.com/ Chapters 00:00 The Journey to Writing a Book 04:16 Overcoming Challenges in the Writing Process 07:09 The Evolution of Nicole's Writing Style 10:07 Exploring the Setting of 'The Now and Forever' 13:10 The Transition from Mystery to Romance 15:57 Crafting Complex Characters 18:58 The Dual Timeline Structure 21:16 Editing and Refining the Manuscript 24:07 The Evolution of a Story 26:37 Deciding When a Book is Done 29:21 Trusting Your Gut in Publishing 31:06 The Journey to Self-Publishing 34:45 Navigating Traditional Publishing Challenges 38:42 The Freedom of Self-Publishing 41:18 Learning from Mistakes in the Publishing Process 46:10 The Drive to Create: A Writer's Journey 48:07 Diverse Writing Processes: Plotters vs. Pantsers 49:01 Finding Inspiration: Sources of Creativity 50:57 The Editing Process: Revising and Refining 54:31 The Challenges of Rapid Releasing 58:10 The Joy of Reader Feedback 01:02:24 Building Community in Writing 01:04:46 Final Thoughts and Book Recommendations

    1h 8m
  2. Ep. 30 Arini Vlotman. Don’t let anyone else dictate the reality of your writing career.

    08/07/2025

    Ep. 30 Arini Vlotman. Don’t let anyone else dictate the reality of your writing career.

    In this engaging conversation, Arini Vlotman shares her journey to becoming an author, detailing her initial inspiration to write a novel on her 39th birthday. She discusses her writing process, the evolution of her craft, and the importance of reading as a source of inspiration. Arini also delves into her editing techniques, the role of beta readers, and her experiences with publishing. Throughout the discussion, she emphasizes the significance of community and connection in the writing world, as well as her aspirations for future projects. If you’d like to connect with Arini her website is https://arinivlotman.co.za/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@arinivlotman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@arini_author Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arinialwaysbeyou You can buy her latest book Pretty Bossy here: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/pretty-bossy-arini-vlotman/1146623701 If you want to connect with me I’d love to hear from you. Website. https://ncbartonwrites.com/ Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/ncbartonwrites/ Threads.  https://www.threads.net/@ncbartonwrites Podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-i-wrote-a-book-now-what/id178189433 NC Barton | Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/NCBartonWrites or my ⁠Substack https://nicolebartonwrites.substack.com/ Chapters 00:00 The Birth of a Writer 04:20 Writing Process Evolution 07:02 Editing and Feedback 09:32 Reading Influences and Preferences 12:09 Writing Habits and Mindset 15:00 Crafting Ideas and Inspiration 18:33 The Birth of a Book: Pretty Average 21:15 Navigating Writer's Block and Emotional Spaces 24:58 The Power of Reading: Fueling Creativity 25:44 Crafting the Fame Facade Series 29:09 The Journey to Publication: From Querying to Acceptance 32:47 Defying Industry Norms: Staying True to Your Voice 37:26 Connecting with the Writing Community 39:18 Copy of Andie Smith Pink and White Cute Modern Cartoon Subscribe Bell Button YouTube Intro.mp4

    40 min
  3. Ep 29. Andie Smith. Allow Your Creativity to Blossom.

    07/24/2025

    Ep 29. Andie Smith. Allow Your Creativity to Blossom.

    In this conversation, Andie Smith shares her journey as an author and literary agent, discussing her writing process, the importance of beta readers, and navigating the publishing landscape. She reflects on her experiences with Wattpad, the challenges of querying, and the balance between her writing and agency work. Andie also emphasizes the significance of finding inspiration and overcoming creative blocks, while providing insights into what she looks for in queries and the role of a literary agent. If you's like to know connect with Andie here are here contacts. Books. Editing.MSWL.Podcast If you want to connect with me I’d love to hear from you. Website. Instagram. Threads.  Podcast. NC Barton | Patreon or my ⁠Substack Chapters 00:00 The Journey to Authorship 04:15 Navigating the Publishing Process 06:43 The Role of Beta Readers 09:15 Writing Process and Outlining 11:48 Balancing Writing and Literary Agency Work 14:19 Finding Inspiration and Overcoming Blocks 17:06 The Querying Landscape 19:39 The Role of a Literary Agent 22:34 Final Thoughts and Advice

    47 min
  4. Ep 28 Catherine Mann & Haley Catherine Don’t forget to expreince you life while writing about other lives

    07/17/2025

    Ep 28 Catherine Mann & Haley Catherine Don’t forget to expreince you life while writing about other lives

    In this engaging conversation, Catherine Mann and her daughter Haley Catherine (both amazing writers and lovely humans) discuss their journeys as writers, the challenges they faced, and the importance of finding one's voice. They explore the impact of learning disabilities on their writing processes, the significance of feedback and critique, and the intricacies of the querying process. Both share insights on their writing routines and the excitement surrounding Catherine’s upcoming works, emphasizing the power of storytelling in fostering empathy and connection. You can purchase Lightning in a Mason jar here. And Charming the Cowboy here. If you’d like to connect with Catherine you can find it all here.  If you’d like to connect with Haley you can find her here.  If you want to connect with me I’d love to hear from you. Website. https://ncbartonwrites.com/ Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/ncbartonwrites/ Threads.  https://www.threads.net/@ncbartonwrites Podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-i-wrote-a-book-now-what/id178189433 NC Barton | Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/NCBartonWrites or my ⁠Substack https://nicolebartonwrites.substack.com/ Chapters 00:00 The Journey to Writing: Overcoming Fear and Doubt 04:13 Finding Your Voice: The Importance of Mentorship 06:58 Embracing Learning Disabilities: A Path to Creativity 09:39 The Writing Process: From First Draft to Publication 12:21 Plotting vs. Pantsing: Different Approaches to Storytelling 14:57 The Role of Feedback: Navigating Critique Relationships 17:58 The Importance of Positive Reinforcement in Writing 20:16 Finding the Right Critique Partner: A Personal Journey 30:31 The Importance of Feedback in Writing 30:46 Choosing the Path of Traditional Publishing 32:17 Exploring New Releases and Themes 33:26 Balancing Multiple Projects 37:36 Establishing a Writing Routine 41:42 Navigating the Querying Process 51:24 Reflections on the Writing Journey

    53 min
  5. Ep. 27. Maggie Eckersley. Falling back in love with writing

    07/10/2025

    Ep. 27. Maggie Eckersley. Falling back in love with writing

    In this conversation, Maggie Eckersley shares her journey from a young reader to a published author, discussing her writing process, the challenges of navigating the publishing world, and the balance between her medical career and her passion for writing. She emphasizes the importance of writing for joy, the role of feedback in her creative process, and her excitement for her upcoming book launch. Maggie also reflects on the significance of reaching a wider audience through translations and the emotional journey of dealing with reviews. You can purchase Back in the Saddle now.  https://harpercollins.co.uk/products/back-in-the-saddle-maggie-eckersley?variant=54955686920571 Here’s Maggies reaction to hearing her audiobook ❤️ https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLCpMABoSvq/?igsh=ZTUyZDU2OGFrMWFt If you want to connect with me I’d love to hear from you. Website. Instagram. Threads. NC Barton | Patreon or my ⁠Substack Chapters 00:00 The Journey to Writing a Book 04:27 The Evolution of 'Back in the Saddle' 07:15 Navigating the Publishing Process 09:49 The Role of Feedback and Revisions 12:17 Finding an Agent and the Querying Experience 15:04 Balancing Writing with Medical Studies 21:18 Balancing Writing and Medical Studies 23:56 Writing Process and Time Management 27:54 Overcoming Writer's Block 31:17 Navigating the Publishing Process 34:17 Family Dynamics and Author Life 36:13 Celebrating Publication Day 38:07 The Excitement of Publication Day 40:06 Music as a Writing Companion 42:36 Navigating Ideas and Writing Process 45:14 The Challenge of Reviews and Feedback 51:06 Finding Joy in Writing 55:41 Upcoming Releases and Translations 01:02:35 Copy of Copy of Lindsay Barrett Pink and White Cute Modern Cartoon Subscribe Bell Button YouTube Intro (1).mp4

    1h 3m
  6. Ep. 26. Joanna Thurlow. Do you need a developmental editor?

    06/05/2025

    Ep. 26. Joanna Thurlow. Do you need a developmental editor?

    In this conversation, I interview Joanna Thurlow, a developmental editor, about her journey into editing, the role of a developmental editor, and the intricacies of the editing process. Joanna shares insights on feedback styles, the importance of character development, and the challenges of querying. We discuss the balance between showing and telling in writing, the impact of editing on personal writing, and the flexibility of writing across genres.  Joanna is offering a discount for listeners seeking developmental editing services. Email her mention the show! jo.thurlow.writes@gmail.com You can also connect with Jo through her website  https://www.joannathurlow.com/ Or Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joannalovesbooks/ If you want to connect with me I’d love to hear from you. Website. https://ncbartonwrites.com/ Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/ncbartonwrites/ Threads.  https://www.threads.net/@ncbartonwrites Podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-i-wrote-a-book-now-what/id178189433 NC Barton | Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/NCBartonWrites or my ⁠Substack https://nicolebartonwrites.substack.com/

    43 min
  7. Ep 25. Kelly L Clarke. Write Anywhere, Anytime

    05/29/2025

    Ep 25. Kelly L Clarke. Write Anywhere, Anytime

    In this conversation, Kelly shares her journey to becoming an author, detailing her early inspirations, writing process, and the importance of community in finishing her book. She discusses her experiences with beta readers, the decision to self-publish, and her marketing strategies. Kelly also reflects on the challenges of balancing writing with motherhood and her aspirations for future projects, including a potential shift to hybrid publishing. You can buy Sunshine Kisses here. And Midnight Wishes here. If you’e like to connect with Kelly she’s on Instagram.  Threads: And YouTube. If you want to connect with me I’d love to hear from you. Website. https://ncbartonwrites.com/ Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/ncbartonwrites/ Threads.  https://www.threads.net/@ncbartonwrites Podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-i-wrote-a-book-now-what/id178189433 NC Barton | Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/NCBartonWrites or my ⁠Substack https://nicolebartonwrites.substack.com/ Chapters 00:00 The Journey to Writing a Book 04:46 Building a Community of Writers 07:45 The Writing Process: Outlining vs. Discovery 10:32 Self-Publishing Decisions and Marketing Strategies 13:10 Feedback and Beta Readers 16:03 The Evolution of Writing: Second Book Insights 19:03 Navigating Reviews and Reader Reactions 24:19 Literary Influences and Inspirations 25:44 Crafting Stories: Learning and Growth 28:22 The Impact of Literary Fiction 30:34 Writing Process and Environment 37:39 Balancing Writing with Parenthood 43:18 Exploring New Genres and Future Projects

    50 min
  8. Ep 24 Shameez Patel. Write What feels Good for You

    05/22/2025

    Ep 24 Shameez Patel. Write What feels Good for You

    In this engaging conversation, Shameez Patel shares her journey as an author, discussing her early inspirations, the challenges of writing and editing, and the nuances of publishing in both the romance and fantasy genres. She reflects on her writing process, the importance of character development, and the role of feedback from beta readers. The discussion also touches on the pressures of meeting deadlines and the evolution of her writing style, culminating in her excitement for future projects. You can buy her romance novel Playing Flirty here. And her fantasy trilogy here. If you’d like to connect with Shameez you can find her on Instagram or her website. If you want to connect with me I’d love to hear from you. Website. Instagram. Threads.  Podcast. NC Barton | Patreon or my ⁠Substack Chapters 00:00 The Journey to Authorship 04:14 Crafting Characters and Story Structure 07:05 Exploring Genre and Writing Process 10:09 The Publishing Experience 13:06 Balancing Multiple Projects 16:04 The Evolution of Writing Techniques 19:04 Upcoming Works and Future Plans 29:02 The Writing Process and Deadlines 33:09 Finding Time to Write 37:16 Music and Writing 41:05 Character Development and Interior Thoughts 44:28 Navigating Feedback and Revisions 50:46 Exploring New Genres and Future Projects

    55 min
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Writers chatting about writing. If you’ve written a book and are wondering what do I do now, this is the podcast for you. Anywhere you are in your publishing journey from just thinking about writing a book or about to publish your tenth novel, this podcast is full of inspiration, tips and tricks to get you writing and get your book into the world. Host Nicole Barton, an emerging author with a few books under her belt, interviews authors from all parts of the publishing (both self and traditional) journey.

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