From Vampires to Sci-Fi: Amanda’s Journey of Pitching, Persistence, and Progress

Storytelling Sirens

Hey Sirens! Get ready for an incredible episode as we dive into the world of writing and perseverance with our amazing guest, Amanda Blake.

In this episode, Amanda shares how she transitioned between genres, the impact of joining a critique group, and hard-earned lessons from querying 100 agents. We also explore her experience pitching Mechanical Vice at a conference, the art of balancing short stories with novels, and an exciting sneak peek into her urban fantasy project featuring a reluctant necromancer!

Key Topics:

• The moment Amanda realized she wanted to be a writer and how her journey began
• How transitioning from vampire novels to sci-fi opened new creative doors
• The invaluable lessons learned from critique groups and giving/receiving feedback
• Staying motivated while navigating 100+ agents and the querying process
• The unique challenges and joys of writing both short stories and novels
• Behind the scenes of pitching Mechanical Vice at a writing conference
• A glimpse into her upcoming urban fantasy project
• Advice for aspiring writers and what Amanda would tell her younger self

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