Welcome to another episode of the Writing Quest Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Lucy McLaren, the author of Awakening: The Commune’s Curse. Join us as we explore Lucy's journey from an avid reader to a self-published author. We dive into her creative influences, writing process, and the unique challenges she's faced along the way.

Chapters:

[00:00] Introduction: Introduction to the episode and Lucy McLaren.
[05:00] Meet Lucy McLaren: Learn about Lucy's background and what inspired her to start writing.
[12:30] Creative Influences: Discover the key influences that have shaped Lucy's work.
[20:00] Writing Process: Get insights into Lucy's approach to writing and how she develops her stories.
[30:00] Challenges and Triumphs: Hear about the obstacles Lucy has overcome and the victories that have defined her career.
[40:00] Tips for Aspiring Writers: Valuable advice for anyone looking to pursue a career in writing.
[50:00] Closing Thoughts: Final thoughts and what's next for Lucy McLaren.

Connect with Lucy McLaren:

Website: https://lucyamclarenauthor.com/
Purchase Awakening: The Commune’s Curse Book 1: https://mybook.to/ATCCB1
Purchase The King’s Decree (A Commune’s Curse Short Story): https://mybook.to/TKDtcc

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Welcome to another episode of the Writing Quest Podcast! In this episode, host Brenden Pugh sits down with Adrian Gibson, the creative mind behind "Mushroom Blues" and co-host of the SFF Addicts podcast. Adrian takes us through his journey from an imaginative child to a published author, offering a deep dive into his writing process, genre-blending techniques, and the insights he has gained from his podcast.

Chapters:

[00:00] Introduction: Introduction to the episode and Adrian Gibson.

[00:20] Meet Adrian Gibson: Learn about Adrian’s background and his journey into writing.

[02:36] Artistic Evolution: Adrian’s transition from drawing fan comics to becoming a music journalist and tattoo artist.

[09:26] Pursuing Fulfillment: The importance of balancing personal fulfillment and creative work​​.

[15:32] Creating the Fungal People: Adrian’s world-building process for the fungal people in "Mushroom Blues"​​.

[17:28] Challenges in Writing: The hurdles Adrian faced while creating his novel and how he overcame them.

[29:48] Genre-Blending Techniques: Adrian discusses blending different genres and subverting reader expectations​​.

[47:22] Oral Storytelling Tradition: Adrian’s appreciation for the oral storytelling tradition and its impact on his writing​​.

[59:41] Traditional vs. Self-Publishing: Adrian compares traditional publishing to self-publishing and shares insights on choosing the right path​​.

[01:00:30] Insights from SFF Addicts: Adrian discusses his podcast, SFF Addicts, and its focus on interviews and masterclasses with authors​​.

Connect with Adrian Gibson:

• Website: https://adrianmgibson.com/
• Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/adrianmgibson
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrianmgibson/
• SFF Addicts Podcast: https://linktr.ee/SFFAddicts
• Mushroom Blues on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Mushroom-Hofmann-Report-Adrian-Gibson/dp/9942453202
• Mushroom Blues Official Soundtrack: https://sporer.bandcamp.com/album/mushroom-blues

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Welcome to another episode of the Writing Quest Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Jordan, the creative mind behind Wulfsbane Comics. Join us as we explore Aaron’s journey from an avid comic book reader to a self-published indie comic creator. We dive into his creative influences, writing process, and the unique challenges he’s faced along the way.

Chapters:

• [00:00] Introduction: Introduction to the episode and Aaron Jordan.
• [00:30] Meet Aaron Jordan: Learn about Aaron’s background and what inspired him to start Wulfsbane Comics.
• [01:31] Creative Influences: Discover the key influences that have shaped Aaron’s work .
• [02:36] Writing Process: Get insights into Aaron’s approach to writing and how he develops his stories .
• [04:23] Pendragon: The Legend Foretold: The inspiration and creation process behind Aaron’s latest project .
• [41:56] Challenges and Triumphs: Hear about the obstacles Aaron has overcome and the victories that have defined his career .
• [42:54] Tips for Aspiring Creators: Valuable advice for anyone looking to pursue a career in indie comics .
• [43:21] Closing Thoughts: Final thoughts and what's next for Aaron Jordan .

Connect with Aaron Jordan:

• Website: https://beacons.ai/wulfsbanecomics
• Read Wulfsbane Comics on Global Comics: https://globalcomix.com

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