Permission to Write Podcast

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Permission to Write is a community for Black writers. We share monthly book recommendations, writing opportunities, and prompts, plus a weekly paid newsletter diving deep into the craft of writing. permissiontowrite.substack.com

  1. Ep. 42 | Writing Expansive Romance Stories with Myah Ariel

    10/13/2025

    Ep. 42 | Writing Expansive Romance Stories with Myah Ariel

    Listen to a live recording of our Craft Talk & Co-Work series in residence at Sip & Sonder in Inglewood. We caught up with author of No Ordinary Love, Myah Ariel to discuss her writing journey, perseverance in creative industries and the editing process and much more. Grab a copy of her book --> https://bookshop.org/a/8081/9780593640616  Get full access to Permission to Write at permissiontowrite.substack.com/subscribe

    27 min
  2. Ep. 41 | Writing Voice with Angela Shante

    07/23/2025

    Ep. 41 | Writing Voice with Angela Shante

    Listen to a live recording of our Craft Talk & Co-Work series in residence at Sip & Sonder in Inglewood. We caught up with author of The Unboxing of a Black Girl, Angela Shante to discuss writing voice before diving into a co-working session.  Grab a copy of her book --> https://bookshop.org/a/8081/9798890039538  Get full access to Permission to Write at permissiontowrite.substack.com/subscribe

    24 min
  3. Ep. 40 | Working With an Editor for Your Debut Novel

    07/23/2024

    Ep. 40 | Working With an Editor for Your Debut Novel

    In this week's episode, Ashley is walking through the process of receiving her first edit letter, how she developed her own revision process, and the collaborative work of creating a book.  This week in Publishing:  Publisher’s Weekly says book sales were up in May! Which is always positive news.  https://t.co/GxRrB0iGIw  NY Writers Coalition is closing its doors after 22 years of providing free workshops citing years of struggling to pay bills. https://gothamist.com/news/new-york-writers-coalition-decades-old-creative-writing-hub-to-close-its-doors Author of the Bridgerton Series discusses the change in story for Franchesa Bridgerton. Brings up an interesting thought about adaptations and how closely they should or shouldn’t follow the book. https://www.buzzfeed.com/noradominick/bridgerton-julia-quinn-michael-michaela-backlash Given the Option: You Made a Fool of Death With Your Beauty  Shop the title: http://ptwbooks.com Get full access to Permission to Write at permissiontowrite.substack.com/subscribe

    23 min
  4. Ep. 39 | Writing Sex with Laura Warrell and Rasheed Newson

    07/02/2024

    Ep. 39 | Writing Sex with Laura Warrell and Rasheed Newson

    In this week's episode, we're joined by authors Laura Warrell (Sweet, Soft, Plenty Rhythm) and Rasheed Newson (My Government Means to Kill Me) to talk about writing sex, whether there is a right or wrong way, their approaches to writing intimate scenes, and more. A great discussion for Adults Only!  Be sure to support their work:  Sweet, Soft, Plenty Rhythm: https://bookshop.org/a/8081/9780593466537  My Government Means to Kill Me: https://bookshop.org/a/8081/9781250833549  Get full access to Permission to Write at permissiontowrite.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 18m
  5. Ep. 38 | The Stigma of Romance with Bella Jay and Shameka Erby

    06/20/2024

    Ep. 38 | The Stigma of Romance with Bella Jay and Shameka Erby

    In Episode 38, Ashley is joined by authors Bella Jay and Shameka S. Erby to discuss the “stigma” around romance books, the indie romance writing community, representation within the genre and much more. It was a ki-ki you'll be sure to enjoy! Be sure to check out and support their work!  https://shamekathewriter.com/  https://shop.authorbellajay.com/ Get full access to Permission to Write at permissiontowrite.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 14m
  6. Writing Through a Cultural Lens with Jade Olivia

    06/04/2024

    Writing Through a Cultural Lens with Jade Olivia

    In this week’s episode, Ashley is joined by special guest Jade Olivia discussing writing through a cultural lens unapologetically, and her new novel, A MONTH OF SUNDAYS.  Grab your copy of A MONTH OF SUNDAYS HERE.  This Week in Publishing:  Lisa Lucas is out at Pantheon. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/20/books/booksupdate/knopf-doubleday-lisa-lucas-reagan-arthur.html   Bertelsmann has partnered with Enders Analysis and Arthur D. Little to publish a new report, "State of Play: Exploring Generative AI’s Transformative Effects on the Media & Entertainment." https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/newsbrief/index.html?record=4701  Rebecca Schinsky shared on her Today In Books Substack, the state of the publishing from the inside. https://todayinbooks.substack.com/p/the-state-of-publishing-as-seen-from?utm_source=post-email-title&publication_id=1753633&post_id=144708803&utm_campaign=email-post-title&isFreemail=true&r=1gzvy&triedRedirect=true&utm_medium=email Get full access to Permission to Write at permissiontowrite.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 8m
  7. What Happens When the Agent Says Yes?

    05/21/2024

    What Happens When the Agent Says Yes?

    In this week’s episode we’re chatting about what happens after an agent is interested in your manuscript. The questions you should ask, the protocol for communication with other agents and more. We’re also casting Love Radio by Ebony LaDelle and sharing relevant publishing news. Make sure you like, rate and subscribe to this podcast.  This Week in Publishing  HarperCollins Children’s Books has partnered with Girl Scouts of the USA for an eight-book publishing program, with the first title to launch this fall.  https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/childrens/childrens-book-news/article/95058-harpercollins-and-girl-scouts-launch-publishing-program.html    Support small presses that were affected by the March closure of Small Press Distribution. https://electricliterature.com/23-small-presses-to-support-after-the-close-of-small-press-distribution/  Author and Nobel Prize winner Alice Munro has passed away.  https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/Obituary/article/95046-alice-munro-short-story-master-and-nobel-laureate-dies-at-92.html   Powered by Permission to Write  Editing by OfficialDilemma Get full access to Permission to Write at permissiontowrite.substack.com/subscribe

    26 min
  8. You're In Charge!

    05/07/2024

    You're In Charge!

    In this week’s episode Ashley discusses suits against Amazon to include indie booksellers, whether lists still matter, cast ideas for GOOD MORNING, LOVE, and being in charge of your own writing career. This week in Publishing: In a recent poll by the Author’s Guild, 13% of writers admitted that they use AI for things like brainstorming, character development, and outlines. https://www.npr.org/2024/04/30/1246686825/authors-using-ai-artificial-intelligence-to-write  Joe Biden signed a bill on April 24th that could result in a nationwide ban of TikTok as early as 2025. https://www.themarysue.com/tiktok-ban-would-be-devastating-for-authors-booktok/  The American Booksellers Association has filed a motion with the Federal Trade Commission. https://publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/bookselling/article/94929-aba-seeks-to-add-bookstores-to-ftc-lawsuit-against-amazon.html?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0h4pVDTCZ9-FC4zkgUKQjJCVGuSw8nRI5JspzMzw9YriJpVVGaf3BJPyQ_aem_AZxTmki_7CpJnaDrrBVTL2YcePDcXKu5Bp3WD3X-eVNmQ-Ob-bh_DfrE7zupVUEX3rXyTCLCmHl5kMMuFuDqoM6K  The New York Times listed their best books since 2000, and more importantly than discussing their list, I just want to know, do we care about lists in general?https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2024/books/top-books-list.html Powered by: @permissiontowrite Edited by: @officialdilemma Get full access to Permission to Write at permissiontowrite.substack.com/subscribe

    23 min
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