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On the Write Track Podcast
On the Write Track is a podcast from debut authors Sarah Mughal Rana and Emily Varga that address the little known secrets of traditional publishing and behind the scenes, from guests in different stages in the industry, to provide our listeners an insider's look. Guests include New York Times, International bestselling, and critically acclaimed authors, agents, Big 4 publishing editors, successful Tik Tok book influencers, marketers, and everything in between. Follow our socials and subscribe…
Episodes
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52: Sheyla Knigge: From Slush Pile to Agent, Becoming an Agent, and Fan Fiction and Indie Publishing to Trad
In this episode of On the Write Track, Sarah and Emily sit down with literary agent Sheyla Knigge of High Line Literary Collective to pull back the curtain on…
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51: Penn Cole on Indie Grit and a Traditional Publishing Deal
In this episode of On the Write Track, Emily sits down with Penn Cole, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Kindred's Curse Saga, to talk…
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50: Jennifer Iacopelli on Netflix, Second Chances in Writing & the Staying Power of Sports Romance
On this episode of On the Write Track, Sarah and Emily sit down with bestselling author Jennifer Iacopelli to talk about the incredible journey of seeing her…
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49: Tigest Girma on Perseverance, Black Vampires, and Using TikTok to Break Through
In this episode of On the Write Track, Emily and Sarah sit down with Tigest Girma to talk about what it really takes to keep going as a writer. Tigest opens up…
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48: Jill Tew: Dystopian Worlds & Bringing Business on Hustle, Romantasy, and Reinventing Dystopian Fiction
In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with author Jill Tew for an unfiltered conversation about the dystopian genre and the hustle of writing. Jill shares…
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47: Rebecca Ross: on Writing Her Book of the Heart, Perseverance, Health, and Longevity
In this episode of On the Write Track, Sarah and Emily sit down with Rebecca Ross, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Divine Rivals, to talk about the…
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46: Ken Liu: Imagination, Invention, and the Future of Fantasy
Join Emily and Sarah for a conversation with award-winning author Ken Liu — the Hugo, Nebula, and World Fantasy Award–winning writer behind The Paper Menagerie…
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45: James Islington on Craft, Career, and Creating The Will of the Many
From a tech startup to bestselling fantasy author, James Islington joins hosts Sarah and Emily for an episode of On the Write Track for a deep dive into the…
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44: Tina Mars: Following the Energy
In this episode of On the Write Track, Emily and Sarah sit down with Tina Mars, one of Bookstagram’s breakout stars turned debut fantasy author. Tina shares…
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43: Nisha Tuli: Crowning Your Own Success on Romantasy, and Owning Your Author Journey
This week, Sarah and Emily welcome bestselling romantasy author Nisha Tuli for an inspiring dive into building an authentic, sustainable career from indie to…
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42: Melissa de la Cruz & Margaret Stohl on Writing, Reinvention, and Building Creative Worlds
Sarah and Emily sit down to discuss what does it take to not only survive but thrive across decades in publishing? In this episode of On the Write Track, we’re…
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41: V.E. Schwab: The Long Game on Writing Across Genres and Staying Inspired
In this episode of On the Write Track, Sarah and Emily sit down with #1 New York Times bestselling author V.E. Schwab for a conversation on what it really…
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40: Katherine Arden on Romance, Ghosts, Winter, and Storytelling in Atmospheric Settings
In this episode, co-hosts Sarah and Emily sit down with Katherine Arden, the critically acclaimed and NYT bestselling author of The Bear and the Nightingale…
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39: Shelby Mahurin: Fantasy, Spice, and Staying True on Navigating Romantasy and Authenticity
In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with Shelby Mahurin, New York Times bestselling author of Serpent & Dove and the Scarlet Veil, to dive into the world…
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38: Olivie Blake: Indie to Trad Pub: The Journey of NYT bestseller Olivie Blake
In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with bestselling author Olivie Blake to explore the intricacies of her routine and craft, the beauty in chaotic…
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37: Ava Reid: Crafting Chaos, Grimdark Worlds, Retellings and the Art of Organic Readership
In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with New York Times bestselling author Ava Reid of A Study in Drowning and Lady Macbeth, to dive into the art of…
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36: Adalyn Grace: Preserving Your Writing Vision, Navigating Agent Relationships, and Building a Lasting Readership
In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with Adalyn Grace, the New York Times bestselling author of the Belladonna series, to explore the journey of building…
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35: Rachel Strolle on Teen Librarianship and YallFest
In this insightful episode, we sit down with Rachel Strolle, a dynamic teen librarian, programmer, and the communications director for YALLFest and YALLWest…
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34: Mychal Threets the Librarian: Turning Pages, Libraries, Social Media and Mental Health
In this inspiring episode, hosts Sarah and Emily sit down with Mychal Threets, a dedicated librarian whose passion for books and community has made a profound…
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33: Breanne Randall: The Magic of Going Viral as a Writer and Bestselling Lists
In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with Breanne Randall, the New York Times bestselling author renowned for her magical realism novels and going viral…
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32: Gigi Griffis: Drafting A Book in 30 Days, Writing for Netflix, & Marketing
In this episode, Emily and Sarah sit down with the prolific author Gigi Griffis, renowned for her YA novel "The Wicked Unseen" and her groundbreaking IP novel…
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31: Daphne Tonge: The Story Behind Illumicrate and Daphne Press
Join us on this episode as Sarah and Emily delve into the world of subscription boxes and publishing with Daphne Tonge, the founder of Illumicrate and Daphne…
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30: Ehigbor Okosun: Crafting Worlds without being Boxed In: A Dive into Adult Fantasy
Join hosts Sarah and Emily as they sit down with Ehigbor Okosun, the #1 Sunday times bestseller of Forged by Blood known, captivating adult fantasy . In this…
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29: Foreign Rights Agent Taryn Fagerness: Exploring International Publishing
Join hosts Sarah and Emily as they dive into the fascinating world of foreign sales and publishing with special guest Agent Taryn Fagerness, a seasoned foreign…
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28: Gretchen Schreiber Breaking Barriers: A Conversation on Disabilities in Fiction
Join us in this enlightening episode as we sit down with Gretchen Schreiber a prominent voice in the world of YA contemporary and romance and celebrity book…
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27: Rani Shah & Lilly Singh’s Library: From Words to Representation and Elevating South Asian Books
In this episode, Sarah and Emily have the pleasure of interviewing Rani Shah, a South Asian author and the curator of Lilly Singh's library. Join us as Rani…
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26: Austin Public Library Behind the Stacks: Book Bans, Library Management and Inclusive Spaces with Sean Godfrey & Kathleen Houlihan
In this episode, hosts Sarah and Emily dive deep into the world of library management, book curation, events, and creating inclusive spaces. Joining them are…
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25: Victoria Aveyard: Unveiling A Longterm Career, TikTok and an Author’s 5 Year Plan
Join hosts Sarah and Emily as they delve into the extraordinary world of bestselling author Victoria Aveyard. In this intimate interview, Sarah and Emily…
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24: LitJoy Crate Co-Founders Alix & Kelly: Secrets of Innovating Book Boxes and Special Editions
In this exciting episode, Sarah and Emily host the first and largest US based book box with the brilliant co-founders Alix and Kelly! LitJoy Crate is a…
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23: Co Founding Book Festivals: Imaginarium's Co-founder Nadège Richards
Join Sarah and Emily in a riveting episode as they sit down with Nadège Richards, one of the brilliant minds behind Imaginarium, the fantasy book festival that…
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22: M.L. Rio: Publishing Hard Truths Unveiled in a Candid Author Conversation
In this episode, hosts Sarah and Emily sit down with viral sensation and author of the bestselling IF WE WERE VILLAINS, where M.L. Rio has a raw and revealing…
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21: Blue Bicycle Books and YallFest: Behind the Shelves of the Indie Bookstore Journey with Jonathan Sanchez
Join hosts Sarah and Emily as they sit down with Jonathan Sanchez, the visionary owner of Blue Bicycle Books, to explore the world of independent bookstores…
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20: Fairyloot Co Founder Anissa: Unveiling the Magic of Book Boxes: A Behind-the-Scenes Look
Join hosts Emily and Sarah as they delve into the enchanting world of Fairyloot, the largest book box subscription service for book and fantasy lovers. In this…
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19: Susan Dennard: Unveiling the Secrets behind an Author Career of Longevity
In this episode, join hosts Sarah and Emily as they delve deep into the spellbinding world of New York Times bestselling fantasy author, Susan Dennard. Step…
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18: Joseline Diaz: From Book Selling to Book Events, Behind the Scenes of the Bookstore Scene
Join us in this exciting episode as we sit down with Joseline Diaz, a book seller at the renowned bookstore Keplers, she went from working with books to book…
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17: Fonda Lee: From Manuscript to Masterpiece: Building a Long Author Career in the SFF Genre
Sarah and Emily interview award winning critically acclaimed author of the Jade City series, Fonda Lee. In this illuminating episode, Fonda tells listeners her…
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16: Intisar Khanani: Resilience, Author Patreons and the Longevity of a Book
Intisar Khanani, beloved author of Thorn and the Sunbolt Chronicles sits down with Emily and Sarah to share her unique publishing experience, her ideas for…
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15: Ayushi: The role of Authors in Social Media and how to Make Yourself stand out on TikTok
Emily and Sarah ask Booktoker Ayushi to spill the tea about authors entering reviewer spaces and breaks down the etiquette of authors interacting with…
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14: Deborah Fayale: Unveiling the Challenges of Editing; A Journey through Publishing, Editing Burnout, and Mental Health
In this thought-provoking episode, Sarah and Emily are honored to host the talented author of BLOOD SCION, Deborah Fayale, as she shares her inspiring journey…
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13: Jesse Q. Sutanto: Switching from Bad Literary Agents and Crafting Multifaceted Stories From Mystery to Satire and Everything In Between
In this exciting episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with the brilliant and versatile bestselling author, Jesse Q. Sutanto. Join us as we dive into the creative…
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12: Nadia Saward: Beyond the Pages of UK Publishing with an Orbit UK editor
In this episode, Sarah and Emily interview esteemed guest Nadia Saward, a seasoned editor from Orbit UK to gain unique editing insights and behind-the-scenes…
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11: Ayman's Books: Uncovering the World of Booktok
Join Sarah and Emily on "Uncovering Booktok " as we delve into the captivating world of Ayman's Books, a renowned Booktok personality and social media book…
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10: George Jreije: Successfully Writing for Middle-Grade Readers and the Importance of Arab Representation and Marketing Your Book
In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with a traditionally published middle-grade author who has made it their mission to provide representation for Arab…
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09: Mara Delgado Sanchez: The Secret World of a Macmillan Wednesday Books Editor
In this episode, Sarah and Emily interview an editor of Wednesday Books, Mara Delgado Sanchez, to dive into the exciting and complex world of publishing. We…
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08: Paige Terlip: Agenting and Advocating for Authors
Paige Terlip, agent* at Andrea Brown Literary Agency chats to Sarah and Emily about her transition to agenting; her strategies for sales, advice to new agents…
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07: Liselle Sambury: Author Longevity and BookTube
Liselle Sambury, author and Booktuber, chats to Emily and Sarah about her publishing journey, her advice for new authors and battling the expectations of…
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06: G Willow Wilson: Co-creating Ms. Marvel, Writing for Comics & Having to Write your Marginalization
Emily and Sarah interview the amazing G. Willow Wilson - co-creator of Ms. Marvel, award winning fantasy author and comic book writer. G. Willow Wilson chats…
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05: Kristin Dwyer: Drawing Emotions in Storytelling & Building your Writing Community
Kristin Dwyer chats to Emily and Sarah about her incredible publishing journey, her tips for building a strong writer community, and what happens when supply…
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04: Jananie K. Velu: A Deep Dive on Booktube, Netflix, and more
In this episode, Sarah and Emily interview the popular Booktuber and Bookgrammer Jananie K. Velu! Jananie talks to us about her journey launching her YouTube…
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03: Joanna Volpe: Author/Agent Relationships
We are thrilled to share this week’s new episode featuring Jo Volpe, the agent extraordinaire and founder of the powerhouse New Leaf Literary Agency, home to…
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02: Judy I. Lin: The Power of Worldbuilding Through Folklore
In this episode, Sarah and Emily interview the number 1 New York Times Bestselling author, Judy I. Lin. Judy talks to us about her experience launching her…
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01: On the Write Track with Emily Varga and Sarah M. Rana
Welcome to the first episode of On the Write Track podcast! In this episode Sarah and Emily interview each other, give you an overview of their writing…
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Trailer
Welcome to On the Write Track Podcast! Emily Varga and Sarah Mughal Rana are both Young Adult authors with Debut novels coming out in 2024 with Wednesday…