Women's fiction and contemporary romance author, Rachel Corsini, joins this week to discuss character development, her writing process and advice on how to get into the mind of her characters. She describes her style as "women's fiction with humor, heart and a side of hot mess." Get ready to learn some valuable tips on your journey to being published!

Also, be sure to check this episode out on YouTube!

Guest IG: @madameraerae
Guest website: www.rachelcorsini.com

Donna's IG: @donnaslitpodcast

In this episode I speak with Ashley Hawthorne, the contemporary romance author of Deliver Me and Death Sentence. She gives great advice on getting your novel published through a small publisher and getting your novel completed.

The video of this episode is also on Youtube. Just search Ravished Podcast on Youtube!

Guest's IG: @ink.andashes

Host's information:
IG: @DonnasLitPodcast
YouTube: @RavishedPodcast

Join me on episode 6 of Donna's Lit Podcast as I candidly discuss my journey and setbacks in writing my debut novel. I open up about missing deadlines and the challenges I've faced during my hiatus, while also sharing my progress and determination to reach my goal. I emphasize the importance of research and invite listeners to offer recommendations and advice as I navigate my self-publishing journey. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe on your preferred podcast platform, and connect with me on Instagram @DonnasLitPodcast for more updates.

This episode goes over my checklist of requirements to get my novel self-published. Also included is one of my sources I discuss, Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi) which is a great resource to find ethically priced self-publishing services for authors. Can't wait for you to check it out!

Please remember to like, rate, leave a review, and subscribe!

IG: @DonnasLitPodcast
ALLi- https://selfpublishingadvice.org/best-self-publishing-services/

I finally get to adding the big D.. drama to the story to get the fire started. I discuss what I've been up to lately, admiring fall and binging Ugly Betty (addicted). I'll breakdown my ways of figuring out how to correct my wording and how I decided the best way to connect readers with my characters. Can't wait for you to check it out!

IG: @DonnasLitPodcast

I finished re-reading my original version, I found I actually enjoy the book I started. There is a lot of room for improvement and expansion on this romantic universe, so I have my work cut out for me. I'm glad I have an actual idea of what I want to do and what direction I need to go in. Join me as I get myself together and start cranking out this book.

IG: @DonnasLitPodcast

I'm discussing my characters, their backstories, and what people inspired me to make them into who they are. All feedback is appreciated!

IG: @DonnasLitPodcast

Join me as I introduce myself, give a little background, and share with you my past and future plans for this novel that just will not quit! It's been 9 years and it's TIME to finish this historical romance novel.