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WELCOME TO THE BLOG! With over 140 interviews logged to date, I love nothing more than getting the chance to talk to authors about their books, the writing process, what they've learned navigating the publishing journey, and even picking their brains on craft-related topics (such as how to write distinct POVs and world-building tips). They've taught me so much! I hope you enjoy reading through these amazing interviews as much as I've enjoyed putting them together.

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Author Spotlight: Ausma Zehanat Khan talks The Bloodprint

I'm so excited to be hosting Ausma Zehanant Khan on the blog today! Winner of the Barry Award, the Arthur Ellis Award, and the Romantic Times Reviewers Choice Award for Best First Novel, her works include the Khattak/Getty series that has been optioned for television by Lionsgate. Ausma is a former Editor in Chief of Muslim Girl magazine, and she holds a Ph.D. in International Human Rights Law. She has practiced immigration law in Toronto, and she's also taught international human rights law at Northwestern University, as well as human rights and business law at York University. Her latest novel, The Bloodprint, was released on October 3rd to positive reviews, including this one from the

Author Spotlight: Caitlin Sangster talks Last Star Burning & New Podcast

I'm overjoyed to be hosting Caitlin Sangster on the blog today! Her debut novel, Last Star Burning, was released on October 10th, and Kirkus called it: "thrilling to get lost in" and "By the end, readers will be clamoring for more. Incredibly immersive and tightly plotted." In addition to writing, Caitlin has a BA in Asian Studies from Brigham Young University, and she's also one of the hosts of the brand-new writer podcast, Literary Work in Progress, in which she and her critique partners perform (and discuss) first chapter critiques for querying authors. Hi, Caitlin! Welcome and congrats on your debut, Last Star Burning. Can you tell us a little about the story and what inspired it? Las

Coming to the Blog in October!

Happy fall! The blog lineup for this lovely October features Q&A's with debut author, Caitlin Sangster (LAST STAR BURNING), and award-winning author, Ausma Zehanat Khan (THE BLOODPRINT), as well as a special Q&A with Justin Wells of Corvisiero Literary Agency. In addition to talking about what he looks for in clients, Justin will also be giving away three query critiques! So stay tuned and be sure to check out this month's upcoming posts for information on the query critique giveaway, writing tips, and more! To learn more about specific titles, click on the links below and add them to your Goodreads list now! Thursday, October 12 — Justin Wells, Jr. Agent from Corvisiero Literary Agency Wedn