Welcome to another episode of the Writing Quest Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Amber Toro, the author of the thrilling sci-fi novel "Umbra." Join us as we explore Amber's journey from a data scientist to a published author, her creative influences, and the unique challenges she's faced along the way.

Chapters:

• [00:00] Introduction: Introduction to the episode and Amber Toro .
• [00:18] Meet Amber Toro: Learn about Amber's background and what inspired her to start writing .
• [01:55] Crafting "Umbra": Discover the key influences and research that shaped Amber's debut novel​​.
• [03:02] Writing Process: Amber shares her approach to writing, including her use of NaNoWriMo and how she balances her career with her passion for storytelling​​ .
• [10:57] Balancing Family and Writing: Insights into how Amber manages her writing alongside family responsibilities .
• [17:59] AI and Writing: Amber discusses the role of AI in writing and her thoughts on generative AI .
• [22:24] Series Development: Amber talks about the future of her book series and her approach to maintaining engaging, manageable-length novels .
• [52:32] Audience Engagement: The importance of reader feedback and dealing with reviews .
• [53:31] Final Advice: Amber's parting words of wisdom for aspiring writers .
• [54:18] Social Media and Contacts: Where to find Amber online .

Connect with Amber Toro:

• Website: https://ambertoro.com
• Purchase "Umbra" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZVFVG3H
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amberraetoro
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amberraetoro
• X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/amberraetoro
• Beacon Page: https://beacons.ai/amberraetoro

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