Laura Durham on the Benefits of Writing in Multiple Genres

Episode 035 / Cozy mystery and sci-fi romance author Laura Durham joins Sara and Jami to discuss how writing in different genres can improve your books plus a lot more including: tips for transitioning from traditional publishing to indie publishing and getting the most out of your intellectual property.Come over and say hi to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com.Links from intro:Kobo Writing Life podcast about audiobook production Ingram Spark podcast about the state of bookselling during Covid and how to get into print and get books into bookstores and libraries From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. ArmentroutEnola Holmes and the Missing Marquess In this podcast episode, you’ll discover:How Laura transitioned from traditional publishing to indie publishingHow Laura got her rights back to her traditional books and how she updated those books before releasing them The perils of writing a love triangleLearning what your readers wantHow Laura juggles the writing and marketing in two extremely different genres, including her thoughts on pen namesLaura’s tips for translations, selling direct, and creating multiple streams of incomeGenres discussed include cozy mystery and sci-fi romance.Links: Laura DurhamDean Wesley Smith courses Alliance of Independent AuthorsBecca Syme Write Better FasterRomancing the BeatDavid GaughranBookfunnelPayhip📥 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