Free Expressions: Writer, Editor and Publisher Lorin Oberweger Talks About the Process of Creative Writing, Editing and the Business of Publishing

Behind every great novel is hundreds of hours of writing, editing and business-oriented decisions. Not to mention the lifetime of experiences and workshopping it takes for one’s words to breathe a life of their own.Today’s guest on The Holly Hughes Podcast is writer, editor and publisher Lorin Oberweger. Lorin is a teacher of the art of writing in both one-on-one formats and workshops. Her students have been published by some of the world’s biggest publishers and been represented by some of the industry’s leading agencies.Lorin Oberweger joins Holly Hughes to talk about a wide range of topics in the writing industry. They talk about the intricacies of editing, the importance of workshops, and the evolving landscape of publishing. Lorin shares her insight on the impact of AI on creativity, the dynamics of self-publishing versus traditional publishing, and the significance of character agency in storytelling.Find Lorin’s workshop company, Free Expressions, online at free-expressions.com.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Creative Editing and Developmental Work03:12 The Role of a Developmental Editor05:46 Navigating the Publishing Landscape08:58 The Impact of AI on Publishing11:56 Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing14:53 The Reality of Agent Relationships18:02 The Writing Process and Timeframes21:04 The Importance of Tactile Reading Experiences23:55 Upcoming Workshops and Community Building27:12 Creative Exploration and Overcoming Resistance30:59 Navigating the Writing Process33:10 Character Development and Agency36:15 The Role of Feedback in Writing38:38 Exploring New Creative Avenues41:44 The Art of Short Fiction43:43 Understanding Word Count and Structure46:54 The Journey of Ghostwriting49:46 Audiobooks and Their Impact52:47 Parental Embarrassment and Creative Expression53:23 Key Tips for Aspiring WritersConnect with Holly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehollyhughes/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hollyhughesintuitiveGet Holly’s book here: http://bit.ly/4ggvAamWebsite: https://hollyhughesintuitive.com/