Welcome to Debut Writers, the podcast that takes you on an inspiring journey through the world of writing and publishing. Each series serves as a guide with tips and strategics to help you work toward and achieve your author goals.
Debut Writers
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Podcast Overview
Welcome to Debut Writers, the podcast that takes you on an inspiring journey through the world of writing and publishing. Each series serves as a guide with tips and strategics to help you work toward and achieve your author goals.
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11/1/2024
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Recent Episodes
April 28, 2026
Debut Writers Episode #4, Series 6 The Future of Publishing: Understanding Publishing Paths with Morgan James Founder David Hancock
<p>What’s the best way to publish your book in today’s market? 📚</p><p>In this episode of <strong>Debut Writers</strong>, we sit down with <strong>David Hancock</strong>, founder of Morgan James Publishing and often called the father of hybrid publishing, to break down the three main publishing paths every writer should understand: <strong>traditional publishing, self-publishing, and hybrid publishing</strong>.</p><p>We discuss the pros and cons of each route, why author ownership matters, how publishing has changed over the years, and what writers need to know before signing any deal. If you’ve ever wondered which publishing path is right for you, this episode is a must-watch.</p><p>✨ Whether you're writing your first book or preparing to publish your next one, this conversation will help you make smarter publishing decisions.</p><p>👇 Tell us in the comments: Which publishing path are you considering?</p><p>#DebutWriters #PublishingTips #HybridPublishing #SelfPublishing #TraditionalPublishing #AuthorLife #WritersCommunity #BookPublishing #AspiringAuthor #WritingPodcast #IndieAuthor #MorganJamesPublishing #BookWriting #AuthorTips #WritingJourney</p>
April 7, 2026
Debut Writers Episode #3, Series 6: The Truth About Traditional Publishing: What It Takes—and What No One Tells You with Ami McConnell
<p>What does it really take to land a traditional publishing deal—and is it worth it?</p><p>In this episode of Debut Writers, Anne sits down with publishing expert Ami McConnell to break down the traditional publishing path from start to finish. From securing a literary agent to understanding advances, royalties, and contracts, this conversation uncovers the realities most authors don’t see until they’re already in the process.</p><p>You’ll learn the true role of agents, why publishing is first and foremost a business, and how to determine whether traditional publishing aligns with your personal goals as an author. This episode is a must-listen for anyone considering the traditional route—or questioning if it’s the right fit.</p><p>#traditionalpublishing #writingpodcast #amwriting #authors #publishing #bookwriting #debutwriters #writinglife #authorjourney #publishingtips</p>
March 31, 2026
Debut Writers Episode #2, Series 6: The Query That Gets a “Yes”–How to Catch a Literary Agent’s Attention with Amy Nielsen
<p>Debut Writers Episode #2, Series 6: The Query That Gets a “Yes”–How to Catch a Literary Agent’s Attention with Amy NielsenIf you’ve ever sent a query letter into the void and wondered why it’s getting ignored—or only earning form rejections—this episode is for you. Anne sits down with literary agent Amy Nielsen to break down the query letter line by line, revealing exactly what agents look for, the biggest mistakes writers make, and how small changes can turn a pass into a request.This is a real, behind-the-scenes look at how agents read submissions—from the first hook to the final decision. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies to sharpen your pitch, strengthen your story positioning, and approach querying with clarity and confidence.🎧 In this episode:1. What happens after you hit “send” on a query2. The #1 must-have in every successful query letter3. Common mistakes that lead to instant rejections4. What makes an agent excited to request pages5. The role of comps and positioning your bookWhether you’re querying now or preparing to, grab your query letter and follow along—because by the end of this episode, you’ll see it in a completely new way. #queryletter #publishing #writingcommunity #publishingtips #querytips #literaryagent </p>
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