WriterFest podcast celebrates writers of book, song, & screen—the magical, mysterious minds who pen the books we read, the songs we sing, & the shows & films we binge. I’m Ami McConnell, publishing veteran, literary agent, book doctor, & author. I host conversations with some of my favorite creatives & talk about the highs & lows of the creative life, the craft, & the commerce. I’ve also invited the best & the brightest among booksellers, producers, agents, editors, marketers, & managers…folks that keep creatives humming. If you’re a writer or a simply love great writing, listen in!
Which Publishing Path Is Right for You? ft Literary Agent Ami McConnell
Traditional, Self, or Hybrid Publishing? Which one is right for you and your novel? Today literary agent (and podcast host) Ami McConnell discusses the different roles of publishing, how they've changed and how you as an author can decide which path is right for you...You can join the conversation further IN PERSON at WriterFest Nashville this year. Tickets are selling fast so grab yours today!WriterFest Tickets: https://www.writerfestnashville.com/Authors/Books Mentioned:Theo of Golden by Allen Levi: https://tinyurl.com/Theo-of-Golden-BookMichael Neal’s, The River: https://tinyurl.com/The-River-by-Michael-NealsClaire Gibson: https://www.clairegibson.com/Ami McConnell: https://www.amimcconnell.com/Kathryn Stockett’s The Calamity Club: https://tinyurl.com/The-Calamity-Club-Booktags:publishing, how to publish a book, authortok, writing podcast, write with me, nashville, writers guild, nashville publishing, writing conference, how to publish a book, how to write a query letter, writing tutorial, how to write a book
5 Oct 2026
How to Build Credibility as a Nonfiction Writer FAST with Dr Leslie J. Waltke
What makes a nonfiction book proposal stand out? Leslie shares the three things agents and publishers look for, how her proposal was a success and teases us about her upcoming novel "After. " set to come out in 2027!
WriterFest Nashville Tickets: https://www.writerfestnashville.com/
tags: how to write a nonfiction book proposal, how to write a nonfiction book, querying nonfiction book, writerfest nashville, cancer book, book, debut author, writing community, how to write a book
25 Sept 2026
How to Write Your First Viral Song ft Lizzie Sider | WF Podcast
A childhood performer, a life-changing concussion, and a creative comeback—Lizzie Sider shares how she rebuilt her voice, transformed her pain into art, and found new meaning through music and storytelling...She'll also talk how to create a viral song and the importance of finding your authentic voice!See Lizzie at WriterFest: https://www.writerfestnashville.com/
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