In this conversation, Christine Goss shares her journey as a writer and an agent, discussing the motivations behind her writing, her creative process, and the challenges she faces in both roles. She emphasizes the importance of community, feedback, and continuous learning in the writing process. Christine also reflects on her experiences with querying, finding an agent, and balancing her writing career with her responsibilities as a parent and a professional. Throughout the discussion, she offers insights into the publishing industry and encourages aspiring writers to seek support and stay persistent in their craft.
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Chapters
00:00 The Journey to Writing a Book
04:12 Crafting the Story: From Idea to Draft
06:55 The Revision Process: Challenges and Strategies
09:04 Finding Beta Readers and Feedback
11:53 Querying and Getting an Agent
14:40 Navigating Revisions and Agent Relationships
18:54 Navigating Professional Relationships
21:51 The Journey to Becoming an Agent
23:45 Balancing Multiple Roles
26:28 The Challenges of Writing and Agenting
28:23 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
30:08 Finding Your Writing Voice
36:33 The Importance of Community and Feedback
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