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Bestselling authors William Bernhardt and Lara Bernhardt, with audiobook producer Jesse Ulrich, discuss the latest news from publishing, offer writing tips, and interview major authors, agents, editors, and other book-world professionals.

  1. Countdown to WriterCon with William Martin

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    Countdown to WriterCon with William Martin

    Bestselling authors William Bernhardt (The Superman Wars) and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview WriterCon keynote speaker William Martin, the New York Times-bestselling author of twelve novels, a PBS documentary, book reviews, magazine articles, and a cult-classic horror movie. His most recent book is December ’41, which Steve Berry (who has also keynoted at WriterCon), called “Another masterpiece from a master, and that’s exactly what William Martin is.” 0:00 Opening Thoughts Updates on the Commonwealth Prize controversy—and WriterCon '26! 5:11 News 1) Self-Published Book Sells Over 2.5 Million Copies! 2) AI Stories Favor Elias Thorne and Lighthouses 16:53 Craft Corner Christina Kaye discusses how to treat your books like a business, not a hobby 20:17 Interview with William Martin 49:46 Parting Words Bill's book The Superman Wars is about a writer, just like you, and the struggles he suffered are still with us today. Jerry Siegel, the kid who came up with the idea for Superman, was the first American writer to sue his publishers, and many other writers now benefit from what became the most important creator-rights battle of modern times. WriterCon is September 4-7, in Oklahoma City at the historic and haunted Skirvin Hilton. Lara and I will be there, plus Jesse, plus William Martin, plus about sixty other writers, agents, publishers, and people connected to the publishing industry. You can review the schedule on our website, www.writercon.com. If you haven’t joined the WriterCon Facebook Group yet, do it today and join this wonderful community of writers. Click here! Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit. William Bernhardt  www.williambernhardt.com  www.writercon.com

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  2. A Trip to the Doctor's Office with Christina LePort

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    A Trip to the Doctor's Office with Christina LePort

    Bestselling author William Bernhardt (The Superman Wars) and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview Cristina LePort, a cardiologist and writer of medical thrillers, including Dissection, Change of Heart, and Defrosted.  0:00 Opening Thoughts AI stories are winning awards??? Calgon, take me away... 6:27 News 1) Author/Murderer Sentenced to Life 2) Human Authors Can Now Verify That They're Human 14:50 Craft Corner Lara Bernhardt Discusses the Value of Writing Contests 19:26 Interview with Christina LePort 37:57 Parting Words One more plug for Bill's new book, The Superman Wars. This book is about a writer, just like you. Jerry Siegel was the first American writer to sue his publisher, and many other writers now benefit from his fight. Learn more about the most important creator-rights battle in modern history. The WriterCon Retreat is at Canebrake Resort near Tulsa, July 15-19. Lauren Smith will be there, with John Wooley and agent Hunter Strickland. Come join us! www.writercon.com/retreat/ The annual WriterCon Conference is September 4-7, in Oklahoma City at the historic Skirvin Hilton. Lara and I will be there, plus Jesse and about sixty other writers, agents, publishers, and others connected to the publishing industry. You can review the schedule on our website, www.writercon.com.

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  3. Up, Up & Away with William Bernhardt

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    Up, Up & Away with William Bernhardt

    Bestselling authors William Bernhardt (The Superman Wars) and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview...William Bernhardt, whose 67th published book is The Superman Wars, the true story of Superman's creator, Jerry Siegel, and his fight to create, then recover, his iconic character. 0:00 Opening Thoughts The Superman Wars, WriterCon 2026, and the host steps into the interview chair! 4:25 News 1) Protest Filed Over AI Audiobooks—Including One from John Grisham 2) New Literary Scout Program Wants to Send Your Work to Hollywood 15:21 Interview with William Bernhardt The guest would like you to know that when he talked about Jerry Siegel serving his "company," he of course actually meant "country," but he just gets so excited when he talks about Siegel and Superman that his stutter returns and he trips over his own tongue. Which Superman would never do.  47:34 Parting Words WriterCon 2026 will take place in Oklahoma City on Sept 4-7 with over sixty presenters headlined by #1 NYTimes bestselling author William Martin, and Edgar Award-winner Lou Berney. Visit the website for more info: www.writercon.com If you want a small-group enviroment and a chance to workshop your work-in-progress, consider the WriterCon Retreat, at Canebrake Resort near Tulsa on July 15-19. More info on the website: www.writercon.com/retreat/ Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit. William Bernhardt  www.williambernhardt.com www.writercon.com

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  4. Genre-Smashing with Rick London

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    Genre-Smashing with Rick London

    Bestselling authors William Bernhardt (The Superman Wars) and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview Rick London, author of The Dancing Wolfeman. Opening Thoughts William Bernhardt's new book, The Superman Wars, is ON SALE NOW! The book has already garnered rave reviews and a host of interviews, plus the #1 New Release flag on Amazon. This is the story of Jerry Siegel, the man who came up with the idea for Superman—only to find himself jobless and penniless. This is a story of interest not just to comic fans, but to anyone who cares about creator rights and protecting creative work from the predators who sadly still exist. Get your copy today! News 1) Trad Wife Fiction Has Become the Year's Most Talked-About Genre 2) Sacha Black Has Her Own Fulfillment Service Craft Corner Betsey Kulakowski (The Veritas Codex) explains how writers can protect themsleves from the pervasive scams and spam. Interview with Rick London Parting Words Up, up and way! Get your copy of The Superman Wars today! Only a few spots left in the WriterCon Retreat (July 15-19). Join us and workshop your work-in-progress! Register for WriterCon 2026 before the Early Bird pricing ends! Visit

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  5. Writing in Successful Spirts with Eloisa James

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    Writing in Successful Spirts with Eloisa James

    Bestselling authors William Bernhardt (The Superman Wars) and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview Eloisa James, the reigning queen of romance, who has over 7 million books in print, about her new novel The Last Lady B, which has been called "Jane Austen Meets The White Lotus." 0:00 Opening Thoughts Bill wants everyone to know that his new book The Superman Wars is finally on sale. This is the story of Jerry Siegel, the man who came up with the idea for Superman only to lose control and see his character taken from him and his name stripped from the credits. This is a story about art vs commerce, still very relevant, and a cautionary tale for creatives working today. 7:45 News 1) Character AI Lets People Enter Book Worlds 2) Stolen Rare Books Recovered after 40 Years 15:48 Craft Corner Lauren Smith, USA Today-bestselling author, discusses the Five Essential Ingrdients for a Romantasy Novel 25:14 Interview with Eloisa James 45:55 Parting Words The Superman Wars: A Battle for Truth, Justice and an American Icon is NOW ON SALE!!! The WriterCon Small-Group Retreat is July 15-19 at Canebrake Resort near Tulsa OK, Spend five days workshopping your work-in-progress and inproving your writing skills. You'll be glad you did. The WriterCon Annual Convention is Labor Day weekend, September 4-7, at the historic Skirvin Hotel in Oklahoma City. Register now to take advantage of the Early Bird prices! For more info about both WriterCon programs, visit 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

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  6. Never-Ending Battles with David L Robbins

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    Never-Ending Battles with David L Robbins

    Bestselling authors William Bernhardt (The Superman Wars) and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview David L Robbins, author of many novels involving 20th Century military history, including War of the Rats, a bestseller set during a critical WWII battle between Germany and Russia. He also helped launch The Mighty Pen Project, an intensive writing program for Virginia's military veterans and their families. 0:00 Opening Thoughts The Superman Wars hits the stands on April 28. Order now to read this history/biography of Jerry Siegel, originator of Superman, the first American writer to sue his publisher, and the price he paid for standing up to power. This is a story still very relevant in today's creative world. Order your copy today! 5:16 News 1) Guess How Many Books Were Published Last Year. FOUR MILLION! 2) BookTok Gets Its Own Bestseller List 13:55 Interview with David L Robbins 36:09 Parting Words The Superman Wars is now on sale. Tell your friends! The WriterCon Small-Group Retreat takes place July 15-19 at the Canebrake Resort outside Tulsa. The annual WriterCon conference is Labor Day weekend (Sept 4-7) in Oklahoma City. For more infor about WriterCon programs, visit: 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

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  7. New Takes on Mystery with Erica Wright

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    New Takes on Mystery with Erica Wright

    Bestselling authors William Bernhardt (The Superman Wars) and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview Erica Wright, the author of the "psychic mystery" The Museum of Unusual Occurence. 0:00 Opening Thoughts Don't fall for scams targeting authors! 5:13 News 1) Shy Girl is Cancelled by Hachette Due to AI Use 2) Tracy Wolff is Found Not Liable for Plagiarism 15:18 Craft Corner Lara Bernhardt explains the importance of imagery in your work. 18:18 Interview with Erica Wright 31.23 Parting Words The WriterCon small-group retreat is July 15-19 at the Canebrake Resort near Tulsa OK The annual WriterCon conference is Sept 4-7 (Labor Day weekend) in OKC. Learn more about both events at 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

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  8. This is a Job for...Superman Writer Elliot S! Maggin

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    This is a Job for...Superman Writer Elliot S! Maggin

    Bestselling authors William Bernhardt (The Superman Wars) and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview Elliot S! Maggin, author of novels and comic book stories, including now-classic tales for Superman. 0:00 Opening Thoughts Lara updates us on her recent acitvities 2:50 News 1) DNF Rating Added to Goodreads 2) Solarpunk Genre Presents Positive Futures That Address Climate Change 11:51 Craft Corner Lara Bernhardt (The Wantland Files) explians how to Get to the Heart of Your Story 16:54 Interview with Elliot S! Maggin 38:40 Parting Words Bill explains a moment in the Maggin interview, then invites you to the WriterCon Retreat, a small-group workshop to help improve your work-in-progress. Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit. William Bernhardt www.williambernhardt.com www.writercon.com

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Bestselling authors William Bernhardt and Lara Bernhardt, with audiobook producer Jesse Ulrich, discuss the latest news from publishing, offer writing tips, and interview major authors, agents, editors, and other book-world professionals.

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  • Nhà sáng tạo
    William Bernhardt
  • Năm hoạt động
    2018 - 2026
  • Tập
    213
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    Sạch
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    © Copyright Bernhardt Books
  • Trang web chương trình
    WriterCon

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