Connie B. Dowell

Episode 52: The importance of diversity and writing outside your identity with ACF Bookens

by Connie B. Dowell
May 13, 2020

Today I chat diversity in fiction and writing diverse characters outside your identity with fellow cozy mystery author ACF Bookens. Diversity in fiction is a topic that is close to both of our hearts. We talked about why representation is… Read More »

Episode 51: Reader expectations in cozy mystery with Traci Hilton

by Connie B. Dowell
May 6, 2020May 5, 2020

Hi, folks. This week on the show, we’re taking a deep dive into reader expectations in the cozy mystery subgenre in my chat with author Traci Hilton. Have you ever wondered just what the difference is between cozy mystery and… Read More »

Episode 50: Reader Expectations

by Connie B. Dowell
April 29, 2020

Hi, folks! It’s a busy, busy week here at the Dowell household, but at last we’re ready to move onto a new topic: reader expectations. This week’s episode is an introduction to reader expectations in terms of story, genre, and… Read More »

Episode 49: Writing during the time of coronavirus with Cee Perkins

by Connie B. Dowell
April 22, 2020April 21, 2020

Yay, it’s interview time again! Today, I have a chat with romance author Cee Perkins about how she’s coping with writing while social distancing. I won’t give it all away, but chocolate is a tip on the list. Yum. Just… Read More »

Episode 48: Dealing with the negatives while writing during social distancing.

by Connie B. Dowell
April 15, 2020April 14, 2020

Hi, folks! It’s just another day writing in social distancing land. Today’s episode is on dealing with the negatives for those of us trying to write during this unusual time in our history. Just like last week, there’s a transcript… Read More »

Episode 47: Making a new schedule while working from home

by Connie B. Dowell
April 8, 2020April 8, 2020

Happy writing everyone. Today’s episode focuses on creating a new routine for your writing or other work during social distancing. I know I’m still changing and adjusting. Trying to get up early again after letting myself and my family sleep… Read More »

Episode 46: Becoming an Author/Illustrator with Laurie Smollett Kutscera

by Connie B. Dowell
April 1, 2020March 31, 2020

Hello again from social distancing land! I hope everyone is staying safe and well and getting outside if you are able. Going for walks in the neighborhood has been a sanity-saver for me, and it is still permitted, even under… Read More »

Episode 45: Announcements and remembering why you write…even during social distancing

by Connie B. Dowell
March 25, 2020

Well, in the past week, COVID-19 has upended the world even more. Our family has gone from anticipating two weeks of time at home to schools being closed for the rest of the year. I know a lot of other… Read More »

Episode 44: Approaching libraries with Lori Orlinsky

by Connie B. Dowell
March 18, 2020March 17, 2020

Well, it’s been a weird week since the last podcast episode released. Like many folks, my family is doing this whole social distancing thing, meaning that my husband and I are both working from home, cooped up in the house… Read More »

Episode 43: Why authors should care about library placement

by Connie B. Dowell
March 11, 2020March 10, 2020

Have you ever dreamed of seeing your books on a library shelf? Or maybe you’ve wondered “Why bother?” Many authors wonder if library placement should be a focus for their writing business. In preparation for next week’s interview, which focuses… Read More »

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