CeCe Swipes Carly’s Submission
In this Books with Hooks segment, hosts Bianca, Carly and CeCe delve into two query letters from aspiring authors. The hosts discuss how negotiation can leak tension in storytelling; why character rel...
23 Jan 202543min
Exploring How a Single Choice Can Define an Entire Life
In this engaging author interview, Bianca chats with Karissa Chen about her debut novel, Homeseeking.During the conversation, they explore the inspiration behind the story, the extensive research that...
16 Jan 202539min
A Query That Ticks all of CeCe’s Psychological Acuity Boxes
In this Books with Hooks segment, hosts Bianca, Carly and CeCe welcome listeners to a new year of writing while they reflect on their critiquing journey over the past four years. They dive into the cr...
9 Jan 202548min
Playing to Your Strengths as a Writer
In today’s episode, Bianca interviews Emmy award-winning journalist and bestselling author, Kate Fagan, about her debut novel, The Three Lives of Cate Kay. Kate shares how she originally came to liste...
2 Jan 202537min
Can An Agent Picture a Movie Trailer After Reading Your Query Letter?
In today’s Books with Hooks segment, hosts Bianca, Carly, and CeCe provide feedback on two query letters, one for historical fiction and the other for historical fantasy.They discuss the importance of...
26 Dec 202442min
Techniques for Fully Dramatizing Scenes or Bringing Memories to Life
In today’s author interview, Bianca interviews Jessica Waite about her memoir, The Widow's Guide to Dead Bastards. Jessica discusses her writing journey as a form of healing, the challenges of the pub...
19 Dec 202438min
The Polarizing “P” Word
In today’s Books with Hooks segment, hosts Bianca, Carly, and CeCe analyze two query letters, one for an upmarket novel and one for women’s fiction, providing insights on character development, prolog...
12 Dec 202440min
All Things Fantasy and Romantasy
In this engaging author interview, Bianca chats with Sarah Hawley to discuss her journey as a fantasy and paranormal romance author, focusing on her latest novel, Servant of Earth. Sarah shares insigh...
5 Dec 202436min
