Cheryl Phipps on the Power of Writer Friendships

Episode 054 / Do you want to be a successful writer? Friendships with other writers can be a big factor in contributing to a long career. Romance and cozy mystery author Cheryl Phipps joins us this week to talk about how her writer friends spur her on to greater achievements in writing and promotion. We also talk about her move into cozy mystery.Intro links:Cincy Book BusJami’s Bernie Sanders meme videoJami’s New Author Discovery newsletter application formScribeCount - New site for wide authors to keep track of sales data Out of the Box promo ideas from Bookbub Partners Blog - wearable swag from book covers and special editions similar to  Sara’s snowflake special editionCome over and say hi to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com.In this podcast episode, you’ll discover:How the definition of success changes over timeWhy needing to improve in writing craft shouldn’t keep you from getting started writingWhy Cheryl wishes she’d known not to be afraid of marketing--Facebook ads in particularCheryl’s move into cozy mystery How to make writer friendsWhy Cheryl prioritizes getting the words downHow Cheryl juggles writing both romance and cozy The difference in the structure of Cheryl’s cozy and romance seriesHow Cheryl handles the romance subplot in her coziesThe importance of surrounding yourself with encouraging peopleGenres discussed include romance and cozy mystery.Links: Cheryl Phipps websites: www.cherylphipps.com www.ca📥 Send us a Text Message Support the show🚀 Jami’s Consulting and Workshops: https://www.jamialbright.com/authorworkshops❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/ 📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast