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Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
Perspectives and reflections on the writing and publishing life. Mark Leslie Lefebvre, a writer, bookseller, digital publishing advocate, professional speaker, and publishing consultant explores inclusive and collaborative opportunities for writers and book publishing professionals via interviews, discussions, and reflections about the industry. (Mark's personal website is www.markleslie.ca)
Episodes
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 320 - Maximizing Your Creative IP with Reenita Malhotra Hora
Mark interviews Reenita Malhotra Hora, an award-winning screenwriter, novelist and audio producer. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a brief personal update…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 319 - Father and Daughter Collaborations with Ron and Brigid Collins
Mark interviews the creative daughter/father team of Brigid Collins and Ron Collins about their collaborative writing. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a…
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EP 318 - Rambling Reflections from the Road - Part 3
In this solo episode Mark reflects on the value authors can have for libraries, exhaustion of being on the road for several weeks in a row and too many…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 317 - Rambling Reflections from the Road - Part 2
In this solo episode Mark reflects on a few of the things he has learned from a couple of the craft talks given at his intense residency week in the Masters in…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 316 - Free Your Inner Non-Fiction Writer with Johanna Rothman
Mark interviews Johanna Rothman about her latest book FREE YOUR INNER NON-FICTION WRITER. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a personal update and a word…
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EP 315 - Rambling Reflections from the Road - Part 1
In this solo episode Mark reflects on being overly stressed about having too much on his plate, and what seemed to have helped him deal with that. This episode…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 314 - Defeating Writer's Block Using Penspyre with David Olive Jr.
Mark interviews David Olive, Jr (AKA David Grimdark) author and one of the engineers behind Penspyre a tool to help writers tackle writer's block and…
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EP 313 - Pioneering In Digital Indie Publishing with Peter M. Ball
Mark interviews author, publisher and RPG gamer Peter M. Ball who has been engaged in experimental and digital publishing since the very beginning of its…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 312 - The Dialogue Doctor Will See You Know With Jeff Elkins
Mark interviews Jeff Elkins about his writing, about dialogue and character voice, about his new book The Dialogue Doctor Will See You Now, and more . . …
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 311 - Being A Career Self-Publishing Author with Lindsay Buroker
Mark interviews Lindsay Buroker, a full-time independent fantasy and science fiction author who has written over a hundred novels, appeared on the USA Today…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 310 - Book Marketing and BookMARCon with Dana Claire
Mark interviews Dana Claire, an award-winning author and the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Book Brush about her writing, about Book Brush, and about the…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 309 - From Zero to Four Figures with Paul Austin Ardoin
Mark interviews Paul Austin Ardoin about his new book From Zero to Four Figures: Making $1,000 a Month Self-Publishing Fiction. Prior to the interview, Mark…
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EP 308 - Historical Fiction Inspired by Real People with C. C. Humphreys
Mark interviews, actor and writer C. C. Humphreys about his new novel Some Day I'll Find You. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a word from this episode's…
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EP 307 - Autism, ADHD, Neurodiversity, and Divergent Realms with Ridley Odell
Mark interviews Riley Odell, an autistic writer of horror, humor, and bizarro stories. As an autism/neurodiversity advocate, Riley is working on a speculative…
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EP 306 - Finding Markets for Short Fiction with Angelique Fawns
Mark interviews Angelique Fawns about her writing as well as the intel she provides on short fiction markets for other writers. Prior to the interview, Mark…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 305 - Rising Action Publishing with Alexandria Brown
Mark interviews Alexandria Brown from Rising Action Publishing about her role in acquisitions and works with sub-agents on subsidiary rights. Prior to the…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 304 - Narrative Transportation with Denise Baden
Mark interviews Denise Baden, Professor of Sustainable Practice at the University of Southampton, UK, about her eco-themed writing, and the Green Writing…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 303 - Writing as a Second Career with Lisa M. Lilly
Mark interviews Lisa M. Lilly, writer, attorney, and podcaster about story structure and the idea that writers don't need to make full time writing a priority…
Stark Reflections on Writing and PublishingEP 302 - Fat Vampires, Storytelling, and Empathy with Johnny B. Truant
Mark interviews Johnny B. Truant, the author of the Fat Vampire novels adapted by SyFy as "Reginald the Vampire" starring Spider-Man's Jacob Batalon. Prior to…
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EP 301 - Procrastinating Partners Collaborating with Liz Anderson
Mark interviews his partner Liz Anderson about her work as a Principal within education, as the better half of a writer, and also as a fellow procrastinator…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 300 - Celebrating 300 Episodes with Guest Reflections
Mark celebrates the 300th episode by sharing reflections from listeners, past guests, and other podcast hosts. The guest reflections, in order and with links…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 299 - Marketing and Promo Stacking with CraveBooks
Mark interviews Kerrie Flanagan and Cary Bergeron from CraveBooks. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a brief personal update and a word about this episode's…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 298 - Honesty, Humor, Poetry, Essays, and Disability with Matthew Del Papa and Vera Constantineau
Mark interviews Sudbury area writers Matthew Del Papa and Vera Constantineau. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a few listener comments reminds listeners…
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EP 297 - Enthusiasm, Encouragement and Alchemy for Authors with Jo Buer
Mark interviews Jo Buer, a gothic suspense and literary fiction author from New Zealand who describes herself as a sucker for the supernatural, time travel…
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EP 296 - Powerful in Person Print Book Marketing with Richard H. Stephens
Mark interviews Canadian Epic Fantasy author Richard H. Stephens about finally realizing a life-long dream of writing, about how his fourteen book fantasy…
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EP 295 - Body Brokers, Vital Organs, and Selling Direct with Dharma Kelleher
Mark chats with Dharma Kelleher who writes action-driven thrillers that explore the complexities of social and criminal justice in a world that favors the…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 294 - Content for Everyone with Jeff Adams and Michele Lucchini
Mark interviews Jeff Adams and Michele Lucchini about their new book, CONTENT FOR EVERYONE: A Practical Guide for Creative Entrepreneurs to Produce Accessible…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 293 - The Capacity to Unlearn and Relearn with Diane Devenyi
In this episode Mark interviews Diane Devenyi, a former tax lawyer who shifted her focus to education reform, and her new book Dear Genius, Harness the Hidden…
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EP 292 - Learning by Doing and Baptism by Pyromancy with Oskar Söderberg
Mark interviews Oskar Söderberg, a thirty-five year old husband, father of two, and full-time IT employee about his writing life and the process leading up to…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 291 - The Importance of A Hero Who Looks Like You With Alicia McCalla
Mark interviews writer, narrator, and creative Alicia McCalla about her work creating thrilling stories of courage, bravery and strength featuring kick-ass…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 290 - Thanks for the Inspiration, Jim Turcott
In this solo episode, Mark reflects on how continues to be inspired by teacher, mentor, and friend Jim Turcott. Prior to the main segment, Mark shares a word…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 289 - Accountable Author Journey with Malcolm Coon - Part I
Mark interviews Malcolm Coon about his plans for overcoming the "back-burner" state of his writing projects, why he doesn't plan on giving up should his…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 288 - Edo van Belkom on Re-Adapting and Re-Inventing Your Writer Self
Mark interviews Canadian author Edo van Belkom about his life in writing, and the January 2023 the Paramount+ TV series adaptation of his Silver Birch…
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EP 287 - Vulnerability in Writing, Performance Art, and Tarot Readings with Liz Worth
Mark interviews Liz Worth, a professional tarot reader, a poet and author. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a brief personal update and a word about this…
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EP 286 - Investment, Compromise, and Evolution with Juliette N. Banks
Mark interviews Juliette N. Banks, a bestselling, wide author who writes steamy contemporary and paranormal page-turning romances. Prior to the interview, Mark…
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EP 285 - Written Word Media's Top 10 Publishing Trends for 2023
To kick off the new year, Mark shares a Jan 3, 2023 article from the Written Word Media blog on the Top 10 Publishing Trends for 2023. Prior to the main…
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EP 284 - Collaborations in AI with Elizabeth Ann West
Mark talks with Elizabeth Ann West about her writing and using AI tools such as Sudowrite for intriguing new types of collaborations. Prior to the interview…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 283 - Doing LSB (Laughter, Stretch, and Breathe) with Amy S. Peele
Mark has a chat with Amy S. Peele, an Amazon best-selling and award-winning author. They discuss her medical mystery series, her healthcare background, comedy…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 282 - Random Reflections
In this solo episode Mark reflections on a couple of topics: AI in creativity and writing to market with passion. Prior to the main segment, Mark shares a…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 281 - Reflection on Other Podcasts: Stop Making Yourself Miserable
In this extra, slightly shorter episode sponsored by the patrons of the Stark Reflections Podcast, Mark reflects on an episode of David Richman's Stop Making…
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EP 280 - J.C. McKenzie and Jo-Ann Carson on the 2023 JoZie Planner for Authors
Mark interviews J.C. McKenzie and Jo-Ann Carson, a mother and daughter team of Vancouver Island authors who share a strong desire to organize their hectic…
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EP 279 - The Writer's Manifesto With Michael La Ronn
Mark interviews Michael La Ronn, the author of over 80 science fiction & fantasy books and self-help books for writers. Prior to the main segment, Mark shares…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 278 - So I Married a Thrill-Seeker with Danielle Kaplan
Mark interviews Danielle Kaplan about her new book I Married a Thrill-Seeker. Prior to the main segment, Mark shares a personal update and a word about this…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 277 - Live Chat with Ask The Authors 2022
Mark has a chat with several authors from the ASK THE AUTHORS 2022 book edited by Kaye Booth. Prior to the main segment, Mark shares a word about this…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 276 - Embracing Imagination with Diane Floyd Boehm
Mark interviews Diann Floyd Boehm, an award-winning author of children's books who writes stories to inspire readers to be kind, like themselves, and Embrace…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 275 - Samantha M. Bailey on Unreliable Narrators and Unrelenting Authorship
Mark interviews Samantha M. Bailey, the author of WOMAN ON THE EDGE, a USA TODAY and #1 national bestseller, and WATCH OUT FOR HER, an instant #1 national…
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EP 274 - The 42 Minute Hour with Michelle Oucharek-Deo
Mark interviews Michelle Oucharek-Deo, a writer, speaker and art therapist about her fiction writing journey, creative therapy, and her time management…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 273 - Deep and Meaningful Connections via Music with Jennifer Buchanan
Mark interviews Jennifer Buchanan, a musician, author, entrepreneur, music therapist, and two-time award-winning author about her more than thirty years of…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 272 - Camouflaged Sisters with Lila Holley
Mark interviews Lila Holley, a US Army combat Veteran, and the multiple award-winning author behind the Camouflaged Sisters brand. Prior to the main segment…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 271 - Story Nerd Podcast with Valerie Francis and Melanie Hill
Mark interviews Valerie Francis and Melanie Hill of the Story Nerd Podcast. The Story Nerd Podcast demystifies story theory so writers spend less time studying…
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EP 270 - Reflections from the NINC 2022 Conference
This year's NINC (Novelist's Inc) Conference was themed "Work Smarter." Mark shares reflections based on the notes he took when at NINC the previous week (Sept…
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EP 269 - Dreaming a Writer's Reality Straight on Until Morning with Gama Ray Martinez
Mark interviews Gama Ray Martinez about his recent novel GOD OF NEVERLAND, his writing life, and more. Prior to the main segment, Mark shares an extremely…
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EP 268 - Neurodivergence and the Creative Process with October K. Santerelli
Mark interviews October K. Santerelli about neurodivergence as it relates to the writing life. Prior to the main segment, Mark shares a personal update, and…
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EP 267 - Why Publishing Needs a Makeover with Rebecca Eckler
Mark interviews Rebecca Eckler, journalist, bestselling author and the founder of RE: Books. Prior to the main segment, Mark shares a personal update, reads…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 266 - "Let's Talk Dialogue with Jeff Elkins," He Said Reflectively
Mark has a conversation with Jeff Elkins, The Dialogue Doctor. Prior to the main segment, Mark explains his goof-up that led to releasing this particular…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 265 - Elizabeth Ann West and Randall Wood of Scribecount
Mark has a chat with Elizabeth Ann West and Randall Wood. Elizabeth Ann West is not only the public face of ScribeCount but is also an author whose books have…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 264 - Hank Phillippi Ryan & Edward Willett - When Words Collide Keynotes (Part 2)
Mark shares the keynotes given by Hank Phillippi Ryan and Edward Willett from an event he hosted on August 12, 2022 for the virtual When Words Collide 2022…
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EP 263 - Terry Brooks & Susanna Kearsley - When Words Collide Keynotes (Part 1)
Mark shares the keynotes given by Terry Brooks and Susanna Kearsley from an event he hosted on August 12, 2022 for the virtual When Words Collide 2022 annual…
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EP 262 - Rambling Hometown Reflections
In this solo episode Mark reflects on a few things related to the regular returns back to his hometown of Levack, Ontario, and how those things have influenced…
- Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing
EP 261 - How to Write Brilliant Beginnings with S.W. Millar
Mark interviews S.W. Millar about his new book - How to Write Brilliant Beginnings: Crafting Your Novel's Opening Chapters Made Easy. Prior to the main…