
Writers With Wrinkles
Claim This Podcastby Beth McMullen and Lisa Schmid
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<p><b>Writers with Wrinkles</b> is the premier <b>writing craft</b>, <b>book marketing</b>, and <b>publishing industry business</b> podcast for aspiring authors, indie publishers, and career writers. Hosted by authors Beth McMullen and Lisa Schmid, we iron out the wrinkles of the business—from mastering novel writing and story structure to navigating literary agents, query letters, and KDP self-publishing.</p><p><br></p><p>Each week, we provide expert interviews with editors, publishers, and bestselling authors to help you build a professional author platform and successfully market your book. Whether you are drafting a manuscript or navigating a book launch, join us for the practical guidance you need to succeed in today’s competitive market.</p><p><br></p><p>Visit www.WritersWithWrinkles.net for resources. Follow us on TikTok: @writerswithwrinkles</p>
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Publishing Since
8/12/2022
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Recent Episodes

May 11, 2026
How to Write Better Stakes & Tension in Your Novel (and some Taylor Swift!)
Host Lisa Cron and guest Beth O'Leary discuss crafting compelling stakes and tension in novels, drawing inspiration from Taylor Swift's storytelling.

April 27, 2026
We Read Your First Pages So You Don't Have To Guess
Hosts Charlotte and Beth analyze a middle grade fantasy submission's opening pages, revealing craft lessons on voice and identity for all writers.

April 22, 2026
Rolling With It (And Then Not)
Send us Fan Mail The One Where Nobody Ordered the Books | Beth McMullen & Lisa Schmid Lisa Schmid shares a cautionary tale from the Sacramento Book Festival, where a series of logistical failures turned what should have been an exciting milestone — her first book festival — into a comedy of errors. A week before the event she discovered the bookseller had never ordered any books, resulting in last-minute scrambling, one copy secured, and Lisa packing 20 of her own into her son...
157 total episodes available with 12 transcripts
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- What is Writers With Wrinkles?
<p><b>Writers with Wrinkles</b> is the premier <b>writing craft</b>, <b>book marketing</b>, and <b>publishing industry business</b> podcast for aspiring authors, indie publishers, and career writers. Hosted by authors Beth McMullen and Lisa Schmid, we iron out the wrinkles of the business—from mastering novel writing and story structure to navigating literary agents, query letters, and KDP self-publishing.</p><p><br></p><p>Each week, we provide expert interviews with editors, publishers, and bestselling authors to help you build a professional author platform and successfully market your book. Whether you are drafting a manuscript or navigating a book launch, join us for the practical guidance you need to succeed in today’s competitive market.</p><p><br></p><p>Visit www.WritersWithWrinkles.net for resources. Follow us on TikTok: @writerswithwrinkles</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.
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