Mrs Write the Podcast

About Mrs Write the Podcast

Mrs Write... Where stories begin, and writers find their voice. Have you ever had a story living inside you, one that nudges you awake at 2 am, that colours the edges of your day, that feels too big to stay locked in your head? Mrs Write is the podcast for you. Hosted by a self-published author, Bronte Bennett, who is still very much on the journey herself, Mrs Write is a warm, honest, and deeply human conversation about what it really means to write — and to keep writing, even when life gets in the way. What can you expect? Real author stories. Honest, behind-the-scenes interviews with novelists and storytellers at every stage of their career, the rejections, the rewrites, the moments of doubt, and the breakthroughs that made it all worth it. The craft of fiction. Practical tools and techniques to help you move from idea to finished story, building characters, finding your voice, structuring your plot with more confidence and less overwhelm. The business of getting published. Agents, submissions, self-publishing, hybrid routes, Mrs Write pulls back the curtain so you can make informed decisions about your own path. The mindset that makes it possible. The inner critic, the comparison trap, the paralysis of perfectionism, these are the real obstacles between you and your finished manuscript. Mrs Write tackles the psychological side of the writing life head-on. A personal journey, shared honestly. Your host isn't speaking from a distant summit of success. She's in it with you... navigating the beautiful, maddening, deeply rewarding experience of being a writer in the real world. Who is Mrs Write for? Anyone who has ever loved a story — and felt the pull to create one of their own. The aspiring writer who just needs someone to say you can do this. The experienced writer who is stuck or stalled. The reader curious about what goes on behind the pages. You don't need a finished manuscript or a publishing deal to belong here. Just a story worth telling. Because writing can be lonely, and it doesn't have to be. Mrs Write exists to give you the craft, the confidence, and the community to stay the course. New episodes drop bi-weekly. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Publisher

Bronte Bennett

Category

arts · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

1 Jun 2026

Latest episode

20 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

21 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   20 Oct 2026

   R.M.Wood - Forged in Thunder & Fire

   A self-published spicy romantic fantasy, a husband’s “believe in yourself” advice, and a behind-the-scenes look at bringing a book to market—this episode is packed with personal insight and practical lessons for aspiring authors.Bronte Bennett sits down with R.M. Wood, author of Forged in Thunder and Fire, to talk about how a story born from frustration with adulthood grew into a romantic fantasy with deeper themes of grit, identity, love, and resilience. Their conversation explores how personal experience shapes fiction and what it really takes to self-publish when you’re the writer, editor, marketer, and business owner all at once. In this episode, you’ll hear about: How Forged in Thunder and Fire began as an emotional outlet before becoming a publishable story Why R.M. Wood writes romantic fantasy, and how romance and world-building work together The real-life conversation with her husband that inspired a central theme in the book The shift from writing as personal expression to shaping a story for readers The work behind self-publishing, from hiring an editor and cover artist to coordinating beta and ARC readers How social media, reels, and podcast appearances can support a book launch The role of community, confidence, and visibility for authors Bronte and Reesa also discuss the hidden costs of publishing, the importance of developmental editing, and why finishing a book is a meaningful achievement in itself. If you’ve ever wondered whether you need to be “good enough” at writing, marketing, or social media before you begin, this conversation offers an encouraging perspective. A thoughtful listen for romance readers, fantasy fans, and anyone considering writing or self-publishing a book. Connect with R.M.Wood here: https://www.instagram.com/author_rmwood (https://www.instagram.com/author_rmwood?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&dlrf=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==)

2. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Kristie Wolf - Too Dangerous to Love

   Bronte Bennett talks with author Kristy Wolf about how a lifelong love of romance turned into a publishing career built on strong heroines, wounded heroes, and high-stakes romantic suspense. Kristy shares the personal roots of her writing, the research behind her bionic-soldier series, and what she has learned about finishing books, finding community, and marketing as an author. She grew up reading romance, from Judy Blume to Harlequin, and started making up stories as a child. She talks about learning from feisty heroines who respected themselves and did not accept nonsense. In college and early career, she wrote professionally in marketing, then wrote a 60,000-word romance in a month after seeing a contest ad. She describes rejection, long detours, critique groups, and finally finding her people at the New Jersey Romance Writers Conference in 2016. The premise of Too Dangerous to Love - The book follows a Navy SEAL turned human weapon with a bionic arm and a shy genius scientist working on the Project Viper program. Romance first, tech second - Christy explains that the sci-fi and cybernetic elements always stay in service of the love story and character arc. How personal experience shaped the characters - PTSD, military family life, grief, and strength all draw on real people and lived experience, including her father and a friend lost on 911. Read Too Dangerous to Love if you want a romance with military suspense, sci-fi elements, and a strong emotional core. If you are an author, look for critique partners, conferences, and writing communities instead of trying to do everything alone. Treat book marketing as a real part of the job, not an afterthought. Talk about your book in everyday spaces, not only online. Keep the romance central, even when the plot includes bigger genre elements. To learn more about Kristy & her work: https://www.kristiewolf.com/ (https://www.kristiewolf.com/)

3. 

   11 Oct 2026

   Theresa Halvorsen - Warehouse Dreams

   Most authors are told to pick a lane, Theresa Halvorsen writes the whole buffet. From dystopian romantasy and paranormal stories to cozy Christmas rom-coms, she shares why refusing to be boxed into one genre is both her biggest marketing challenge and her greatest creative strength. Bronte Bennett, author of The Squire and host of the Mrs Write podcast, talks with Theresa Halvorsen, author of Warehouse Dreams, about the obsession that started with childhood reading, the realities of building a career across multiple genres, and the discipline it takes to keep writing while juggling a day job, editing clients, and a life that starts at 4 a.m.You’ll discover: Why Theresa says her writing is “an international buffet” of genres How Warehouse Dreams blends enemies-to-lovers, slow burn romance, found family, and dystopian themes Why she now plots from the ending backward because she’s “terrible at endings” How she balances indie publishing, editing work, and a full-time job without burning out What she’s learned about spice levels, reader expectations, and writing endings that satisfy Theresa also opens up about the emotional side of being an author: the tears, the exhaustion, the constant pressure to show up, and the stubborn love of writing that makes it all worth it. She and Bronte trade hard-won advice on indie publishing, building a backlist, finding writer support, and why success is not always about money or fame.If you’re an aspiring writer, an indie author, or a reader who loves strong voice, genre-blending stories, and honest conversation about the reality behind the books, this one is essential listening. Find Theresa and her work here: https://theresahalvorsen.com/ (https://theresahalvorsen.com/)

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