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In this episode, Elise is joined by Kara to discuss her journey in the publishing industry, her work with the Author Conservatory, and her passion for helping the next generation of writers succeed. They dive into the importance of mentorship, balancing creativity with personal growth, and building a supportive community for aspiring authors.
They also chat about the C.S. Lewis Fellowship, the exciting future of Christian storytelling, and their reactions to The Magician's Nephew trailer! Whether you're an aspiring author, a lover of Narnia, or simply someone who appreciates the power of storytelling, this conversation is full of encouragement, inspiration, and practical insight into the world of writing and publishing.
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https://authorconservatory.com/ (https://authorconservatory.com/)Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Background
03:01 Kara's Career in Publishing and Industry Experience
06:38 Connecting with Brad Harris and the Young Writers Workshop
09:44 Upcoming Publishing News and Future Plans
13:03 Balancing Personal Growth and Creativity
18:50 Inspiration Behind the Author Conservatory
22:32 Curriculum Development and Student Growth
28:58 Favorite Aspects of Involvement in the Conservatory
33:29 Notable Alumni Achievements and Future Potential
36:20 Alumni Pitch Events and Industry Connections
37:16 Fostering a Healthy Industry Environment
39:02 Reflections on the C.S. Lewis Fellowship
43:54 Excitement for The Magician's Nephew Trailer
44:30 Humor and Reactions to the Trailer
45:41 Anticipation and Personal Preferences in Narnia
46:36 The Purpose of the Next C.S. Lewis Fellowship
47:09 Details About the Fellowship and Resources
48:55 Supporting Future Writers and Community Growth
50:50 Encouragement for Aspiring Writers and Community Building
51:26 Final Thoughts and Appreciation for the Community
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30 Sept 2026
Yesteryear Review | Ep 27
This week Elise and Mal review one of the most controversial books of the year. The girls discuss themes, plot, entertainment level and much more. They had wildly differently opinions which made for great conversation. Let us know what you think!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Yesteryear and Episode Overview
02:06 Initial Impressions and Character Critiques
09:58 Themes of Tradition, Faith, and Influence
20:01 Character Development and Moral Ambiguity
30:01 Plot Twists: Time Travel and Reality Shifts
39:57 Discussion of Sexual Assault and Morality
49:59 Ending, Justice, and Final Thoughts
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9 Sept 2026
The Gods Will Sing Our Song w/ Autumn Krause | Ep 26
In this episode, Autumn Krause shares her journey to becoming an author, the inspiration behind her latest book The Gods Will Sing Our Song, and the importance of accurately representing family history and cultural heritage in storytelling.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Autumn Krause and her work
02:01 Autumn's childhood, love of stories, and writing journey
04:00 Supporting herself through MFA and pursuing traditional publishing
05:33 The inspiration and meaning behind The Gods Will Sing Our Song
06:59 Research process and challenges in depicting Japanese internment
08:58 Incorporating mythology, magic, and family relics in the story
11:01 Personal family stories and the significance of sharing them
13:01 Handling online backlash and the impact of the book's virality
14:58 The importance of storytelling in preserving history and culture
16:56 Autumn's upcoming projects and future books
27:08 Connecting with Autumn Krause and final thoughts
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