In this engaging conversation, Erin and Rose share their journey of writing together, from their early friendship in high school to their current collaboration their debut novel, Sparring Partners. They discuss the creative process of co-authoring, the importance of feedback, and the challenges of navigating the publishing world. The duo emphasizes the significance of writing what you love and the support of a writing community in overcoming obstacles in the writing journey.
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Chapters
00:00 The Origins of a Writing Partnership
04:01 The Collaborative Writing Process
07:02 Navigating the Publishing Journey
09:45 Finding an Agent as a Duo
12:32 The Road to Publication
15:22 The Art of Letting Go
18:14 Understanding Reader Feedback
21:11 Deciding on Future Projects
25:23 The Stress of Writing and the Need for Passion Projects
25:48 Exploring Genre Blending in Romance
26:16 Inspiration from Life Experiences and Imagination
27:33 Overview of 'Sparring Partners' and Its Themes
29:45 Crafting Characters and the Importance of Deep POV
32:18 Influences from Favorite Authors and Books
34:48 Taking a Break and Reflecting on Writing Process
35:43 Overcoming Writer's Block and the Value of Rewriting
40:06 The Collaborative Process of Title Creation
44:28 Finding a Unique Writing Voice Together
46:26 Final Thoughts on Writing and Community Support
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