EPISODE · Apr 25, 2026 · 32 MIN
She Signed a Publishing Deal… Then Everything Went Wrong | Author Isis Chandler Interview
from Plot Twist Radio · host Erin Egnatz
What really happens when a first-time author lands a publishing deal… and it turns into a nightmare?In this episode of Plot Twist Radio, I sit down with author Isis Chandler to talk about her debut novel What Draws Us Apart, her love of storytelling, and the unexpected (and shocking) reality she faced in the publishing world.Isis opens up about:Her journey from lifelong storyteller to published authorThe truth about working with small publishersRed flags every author should watch for before signing a contractHow she reclaimed her rights and turned to self-publishingThe inspiration behind her romance-driven, character-focused storytellingWriting with her husband and blending romance with fantasy (“romantasy”)We also dive into the creative process—outlining vs. “pantser” writing, building authentic characters, and why storytelling can be one of the most powerful forms of escape.If you’re an aspiring author, a fan of romance or fantasy, or just someone who loves a behind-the-scenes look at the writing world—this episode is a must-listen.Isischandler.comYouTube📚 Featured Book: What Draws Us Apart by Isis Chandler🎥 Follow Isis: Sci-Fi and Romanticy Fans (YouTube) + @IsisChandlerAuthor
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What really happens when a first-time author lands a publishing deal… and it turns into a nightmare?In this episode of Plot Twist Radio, I sit down with author Isis Chandler to talk about her debut novel What Draws Us Apart, her love of storytelling, and the unexpected (and shocking) reality she faced in the publishing world.Isis opens up about:Her journey from lifelong storyteller to published authorThe truth about working with small publishersRed flags every author should watch for before signing a contractHow she reclaimed her rights and turned to self-publishingThe inspiration behind her romance-driven, character-focused storytellingWriting with her husband and blending romance with fantasy (“romantasy”)We also dive into the creative process—outlining vs. “pantser” writing, building authentic characters, and why storytelling can be one of the most powerful forms of escape.If you’re an aspiring author, a fan of romance or fantasy, or just someone who loves a behind-the-scenes look at the writing world—this episode is a must-listen.Isischandler.comYouTube📚 Featured Book: What Draws Us Apart by Isis Chandler🎥 Follow Isis: Sci-Fi and Romanticy Fans (YouTube) + @IsisChandlerAuthor
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