Olivia Simons on Lying Is My Love Language | From Aspiring Writer to Published Romance Author

How do you go from dreaming about writing a novel to becoming a published romance author?In this episode, I sit down with debut romance author Olivia Simons to discuss the journey behind her heartwarming rom-com, Lying Is My Love Language. Olivia shares the realities of breaking into the publishing industry, navigating manuscript rejection, finding the right literary agent, and balancing motherhood while bringing her debut novel to life.We also explore how her background as a copywriter shaped her storytelling, why she made the leap from fantasy to romantic comedy, and how dreams, real-life experiences, and strong female friendships inspired her writing. From crafting authentic romance and memorable characters to designing the perfect book cover, Olivia offers an honest behind-the-scenes look at the publishing process.Whether you're an aspiring author, a romance reader, or curious about what it takes to publish your first book, this episode is packed with practical advice, encouragement, and inspiration.In this episode:Olivia Simons' journey from copywriter to published romance authorThe story behind Lying Is My Love LanguageOvercoming manuscript rejection and finding a literary agentLiterary speed dating, pitching, and networking in publishingWhy Olivia transitioned from fantasy to romantic comedyBalancing pregnancy, motherhood, deadlines, and writingThe importance of female friendships in romance novelsWriting believable romance and emotionally driven spicy scenesBehind the scenes of cover design and working with a publisherBuilding an author platform and brandAdvice for aspiring writers on networking, persistence, and embracing rejectionSubscribe for more conversations with bestselling authors, debut novelists, publishing professionals, and creatives sharing their writing journeys, publishing advice, book recommendations, and behind-the-scenes insights into the world of books.