In this conversation, Mara Williams shares her journey as a writer, discussing her early passion for writing, the challenges she faced in finding her voice, and the importance of community and feedback in the writing process. She reflects on her experiences with querying agents, navigating the publishing world, and the emotional journey of writing. Mara emphasizes the need for confidence, bravery, and the willingness to embrace imperfection in the pursuit of becoming a successful author.
Her debut novel The Truth is in the Detours comes out in 2025 from Lake Union.
You can find Mara on Instagram.
If you want to find me, I'm probably scrolling Instagram.
Chapters
00:00 The Journey to Writing a Book
03:31 Finding Confidence in Writing
06:20 The Writing Process: Plotting vs. Pantsing
08:49 Overcoming Writing Challenges
11:41 Genre Exploration and Identity
14:33 The Path to Getting an Agent
16:56 Influences and Inspirations in Writing
20:15 Finding Your Voice as a Writer
26:12 The Journey of Crafting a Book
33:07 Building a Writing Community
39:10 Navigating the Publishing Process
49:01 Finding Closure with Past Works
52:21 Pink and White Cute Modern Cartoon Subscribe Bell Button YouTube Intro (1).mp4
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