Episode 67: Caitlin Rother

If there's one thing you should know about journalist and author Caitlin Rother it's that she won't quit, nor does she have regrets, both good qualities for a writer. In this episode of The Written Scene, Caitlin discusses how the writing scene has grown due to hybrid and self-publishing, using validation from others as feedback, why the true crime book market is shrinking, growing up with books and records lining the walls, how she got over stage fright, how she used books as a safety net from bullies, getting a book blurb from famed author Michael Connolly, growing up an only child and how that helped her as a writer, learning both physical and mental balance, needing an entirely quiet environment to write, being a journalist and not an activist, why she won't write a book she wouldn't want to read, having a to-do list but still doing things not on the list, rebounding from rejection, and so much more. If you enjoyed this conversation with Caitlin, you're sure to like others. Please be sure to subscribe, rate, review, and share this and all episodes of The Written Scene. We also have a monthly newsletter of upcoming guests and events, as well as other things you'll surely want to know. Click or tap here to subscribe. Music: Addis Ababa by Eshi Era