WriterCon William Bernhardt

Bestselling authors William Bernhardt and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview Jake Lynch, author of action/adventure and spiritual novels including his latest, Broken to Beautiful.

Chapter 1: Openting Thoughts
Bill and Jesse ruminate about why tax season is particularly hard for writers.

Chapter 2: News
1) Entangled Signs Self-Published Authors
2) Spotify Offers an Audiobook Access Tier

Chapter 3: Interview with Jake Lynch
During this chat, you will learn:
1) how he makes your pulse rate rise;
2) why he writes inspirational books as well;
3) how he conducts ressearch;
4) the importance of saving editing for later; and
5) how anime figured into his work.

Chapter 4: Parting Words
WriterCon is Coming! Our annual writers conference takes place Labor Day weekend (August 30-Sept 2, 2024) in Oklahoma City. And if you register now, you'll get the Early Bird price, which will save you at least $100. We’ve got more than fifty speakers already lined up—authors, agents, publishers, book marketing experts, and much more. Visit www.writercon.com to learn more.

Bestselling authors William Bernhardt and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview S.L. Dooley, fantasy author of The Cold Moon Carnival and many other books.

Chapter 1: Opening Thoughts
Everyone is getting ready for the 2024 WriterCon Cruise, departing April 21!

Chapter 2: News
1) Poetry Had Its Best Year Ever in 2024
2) Author Accused of "Creepy" PR Requests

Chapter 3: Interview with S.L. Dooley
During this chat, you will learn about:
1) whether dragons are required for fantasy;
2) integrating fantasy and faith and family;
3) how role-playing games influenced her work;
4) why she loves old books and journals; and
5) her unique process for sparking ideas.

Chapter 4: Parting Words
The 2024 WriterCon Conference is in OKC over Labor Day weekend. Register now to get the Early Bird prices!

Looking for something smaller where you can get direct feedback on your work? Come to the WriterCon Retreat in Branson MO.

William Bernhardt's latest novel is Partners in Crime, but his next novel, Justice For All (the 8th Daniel Pike legal thriller) will arrive in late May.

Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.

William Bernhardt
www.williambernhardt.com 
www.writercon.com

Bestselling authors William Bernhardt and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview Thomas Hauser, sports writer and author of the new momoir My Mother and Me.

Btw, the sad whining you hear during the interview is our dog, Baxter—sad because no one is paying attention to him while we record, but otherwise fine.

Chapter 1: Opening Thougbts
Jesse's fave, James Patterson, is publishing many more books, including legal thrillers. Jesse is not happy.

Chapter 2: News
1) Dead Celebrity Books Written by AI Flood Amazon
2) Brandon Sanderson Gets Better Deal at Audible—For Everyone

Chapter 3: Interview with Thomas Hauser
During this chat, you will learn:
1) why he wrote about his mother;
2) why he doesn't stick to a single genre;
3) the book-to-movie process;
4) knowing Muhammed Ali; and
5) the importance of social justice.

Chapter 4: Parting Words
WriterCon is coming! The conference is Labor Day weekend, August 30-September 2, in Oklahoma City. We have over 50 speakers lined up, authors, agents, publishers, marketers, assistants, and much more. The website has been revised and updated, so please check it out now, while you can still take advantage of the Early Bird prices! www.writercon.com

Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.

William Bernhardt
www.williambernhardt.com
www.writercon.com

Bestselling authors William Bernhardt and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview Bharati Sen, author of My War My Child.

Chapter 1: Opening Thoughts
Looking forward to the WriterCon Cruise...

Chapter 2: News
1) NY Pub Veterans Create a New Publishing House
2) Author Sues Amazon over Pirated Book Sales

Chapter 3: Interview with Bharati Sen
During this chat, you will learn:
1) how she wove history into her novel;
2) how she tells stories unique to women;
3) the difference between short stories and novels;
4) how to conduct historical research; and
5) the importance of finding your passion.

Chapter 4: Closing Thoughts
Cruise registration has closed, but we're still offering a small-group retreat in Branson in July, and of course, the big WriterCon conference in August/September over Labor Day weekend. Take advantage of the Early Bird prices and save $100 while you can!

Subscribe to WriterCon Magazine. The March issue comes out this week!

Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.
William Bernhardt
www.williambernhardt.com
www.writercon.com

Host William Bernhardt shares a special episode of a new podcast, Stories That Change Us, featuring a discussion of The Princess Bride. Enjoy this special interim installment! We'll be back with regular WriterCon programming next week.

Bestselling authors William Bernhardt and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview Steven Joseph, author of Cranky Superpowers.

Chapter 1: Opening Thoughts
This podcast is being released on Oscar Sunday, so the Crew make their predictions, including one involving a red carpet gown, and ponder why movies get so much attention when the books they are based upon do not.

Chapter 2: News
1) Romantasy Authors Reclaim "Smut"
2) AI-Narrated Audiobooks Available in Major Markets—Including Amazon

Chapter 3: Interview with Steven Joseph
During this chat, you will learn:
1) what are cranky superpowers;
2) what are your cranky superpowers;
3) how to give rise to the possibility of the unimaginable;
4) why arguments take away your power; and
5) where crankiness will take Steven next.

Chapter 4: Parting Words
LAST CALL for the WriterCon Cruise! Over 20 hours of instruction during a seven-day cruise through the Western Caribbean, focused on you and your writing goals. Join us!

Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.
William Bernhardt
www.williambernhardt.com
www.writercon.com