The Lotus Bloom Podcast

From "Indie" To Traditionally Published, Piano Lessons, And A Scottish Accent With Author Samantha Young

In this episode, I get to chat with New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author from Scotland, Samantha Young! She is famously known for her contemporary romance series On Dublin Street. She writes adult contemporary and paranormal romance, YA urban fantasy, and YA contemporary fiction. We get to learn how Samantha’s writing career began, what motivates her, and her experience going from an independent to traditionally published author. PLUS we get to hear her lovely Scottish accent.
You can follow Author Samantha Young at the following:
Amazon: Samantha Young / S Young (for paranormal)
AuthorSamanthaYoung.com
@authorsamanthayoung on Instagram
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Morganwylie.org
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It's Time To Write (#9): Creating A Story Bible With Author Devri Walls

In this segment, It’s Time To Write, I share with you my process of writing a new book from beginning to end and then on to publishing. This will be a series of short episodes in between long form interviews as I make progress on writing a new project. I also invite other authors to join in the fun and share some of their “behind the scenes” you might find interesting!
In this episode, guest author Devri Walls shares her intricate story bible process for her series, and how she organizes and contains all the information for the worlds she creates! If you’ve been looking for some way other than a spreadsheet to keep track of all those details, look no further!
You can follow Author Devri Walls at the following:
Amazon: Devri Walls
Website: DevriWalls.com
@DevriWalls on Instagram 
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Blog Battles, Wattpad, and the Creative Gamut With Author/Graphic Designer Rachael Ritchey

In this episode, I get to chat with author, graphic designer, artist, and mom of 4, Rachael Ritchey. She is known for her epic fantasy series, The Chronicles of the Twelve Realms and her online blog battles. Rachael shares her creative journey and we discuss balance (if it exists), her art and how it helps her story telling, meeting our kids where they are creatively, her widely popular blog battles, Wattpad for online writing, and so much in between!
 
You can follow Author Rachael Ritchey at the following:
Amazon: Rachael Ritchey
Rachaelritchey.com
@RachaelRitchey on Instagram
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@MWylieBooks on Instagram
Morganwylie.org
 
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Staying Creative In Challenging Times And Knowing Your Why With S.M. Boyce

In this episode, I get to chat with author S.M. Boyce. She is well known for her epic fantasy series, The Grimoire Saga. S.M. Boyce (affectionately called “Boyce”) and I discuss pen names (why and when to use one), her outlining process shared in episode 12, the different types of magic systems for fantasy, new books she’s working on, how as Creatives we often deal with burnout (but there’s hope to prevent it!) and ways to deal with out-of-our-control trauma such as COVID-19, and finally... how hard it was to keep her language PG, lol. Phew! We cover the gamut! Boyce has such great insight and wisdom for all Creative types so make sure to absorb it all!
You can follow Author S.M. Boyce at the following:
Amazon: SMBoyce
smboyce.com
@thesmboyce on Instagram
About Wraithblade...
Are you the hunter—or the prey?
The Ancient Woods of Saldia hold secrets—the gnarled oaks home to murderers, slavers, and the legendary blightwolves that ravage the countryside by the light of the twin moons.
In a world of rabid wolves the size of horses, not-so-extinct dragons, and magical reagents that grow over every inch of the land, tonight is unique.
Tonight, a merciless king dies alone in the forest.
Tonight, a usurper rises from within the ranks of the king’s trusted noblemen.
Tonight, ancient enchantments are unleashed on an unsuspecting world.
 
At the center of it all is the most ruthless and powerful magic this land has ever seen—the Wraith King, a once-dead warlord brought back by the most formidable necromancer to ever live.
A spectre of death, the Wraith King cannot exist without a host. Deep amongst the trunks of a long-forgotten forest, he just found his next master. But as the weeks blur by, the question arises: who will learn to control the other?
Are you ready to wield the Wraithblade?
Gather your allies and pray to your gods if you have them, because it’s time to find out.
Check out her blog for news on her upcoming releases!
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It's Time To Write #8: It's My 7 Year Pubiversary!!!

In this episode, I share about the long and rocky road to publishing as it is my 7th Pubiversary!!! That’s the day I published my first book, Silent Orchids (The Age of Alandria Book One). I share some of the ups and downs to getting there, but mainly I share how proud and grateful I am to have this creative outlet.  If you have a burning desire or drive to create something, don’t wait… persist and you can do it too!
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It's Time To Write: World Building With Guest Author SF Benson (#7)

In this segment, It’s Time To Write, I share with you my process of writing a new book from beginning to end and then on to publishing. This will be a series of short episodes in between long form interviews as I make progress on writing a new project.
In this episode, guest author S.F. Benson shares her intricate world building process and how she organizes and contains all the information for the worlds she creates!
*Also visit her YouTube page to see the examples of maps, character lists, and everything contained within the world bible she speaks of during this episode. (see link below)
You can follow Author S.F. Benson at the following:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/5uG8zi9aQhg
Amazon: SF Benson
Website: AuthorSFBenson.com
@authorsfbenson on Instagram
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Morganwylie.org
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BONUS: Bloopers, Outtakes, And Laughter With Shawna Tomren

BONUS: This is a brief episode…really it’s not much of an episode, more a funny blooper snippet.  In episode 15, I interviewed photographer Shawna Tomren—who also happens to be my older sister. Listen to that episode first, then come back here to hear some of our funny outtakes and bloopers from that recording.  As I was editing that episode, I found myself smiling and laughing at my sister’s contagious laughter and I wanted to share that with you! Who doesn’t need laughter during this time in our world… or anytime really?!
You can follow Shawna on social at the following:
@Shawnasseniors on Instagram
Shawnasseniors.com
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@MWylieBooks on Instagram
Morganwylie.org
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Adjusting To What Lights You Up With Shawna Tomren

In this episode, I get to introduce you to my older sister! Shawna is a creative whose journey has brought her from hairstylist to photographer. She began in family photography and has since honed her skills to now specialize in photography for high school senior girls. Residing in California, Shawna, has a unique style and gift for bringing photographs to life, and helping the girls find a confidence that will carry them beyond the lens of the camera. Get to know her more and enjoy the laughter!
You can follow Shawna on social at the following:
@Shawnasseniors on Instagram
Shawnasseniors.com
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@MWylieBooks on Instagram
Morganwylie.org
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It's Time To Write With Morgan Wylie and Guest Authors E.J. Fechenda and Tish Thawer

In this segment, It’s Time To Write, I share with you my process of writing a new book from beginning to end and then on to publishing. This will be a series of short episodes in between long form interviews as I make progress on writing a new project.
In today's episode, I share some more behind the scenes. I share some of my inspiration with naming my characters in my YA epic fantasy series, The Age of Alandria. I also invite guest authors E.J. Fechenda and Tish Thawer to share some of their inspirations behind their writing as well! E.J. shares how she comes up with the names for her characters as well.  And Tish shares some of the inspiration behind titles, storylines, and characters of her books.
You can follow Author E.J. Fechenda and Tish Thawer at the following:
Amazon: EJ Fechenda
Facebook: EJ Fechenda
@ebusjaneus on Instagram
Amazon: Tish Thawer
Website: tishthawer.com
@tishthawer on Instagram
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Learning The Enneagram With Nicole Allen and Guest-Host Keli Budinich

In this episode, join me as I chat with return guest Nicole Allen and guest-host Keli Budinich (from Everything’s Not Fine Podcast) as we learn from Nicole a basic overview of what the Enneagram is and how it applies to us as individuals and as humans coexisting together. Nicole has such a great perspective on each of the 9 Enneagram numbers as well as fun examples from real life situations! Keli and I learn more about our individual numbers and how we each see the world through different lenses (insert fun and laughter). I love Nicole’s approach that this is not another “personality test” but a tool to better learn ourselves, our kids, and those around us. It’s also encouraging for us to grow into the best versions of ourselves we can be!
Join us as we chat about all things Enneagram (well the condensed version at least).
Books/Podcasts mentioned on the show: (affiliate links)
The Road Back to You by Ian Morgan Cron/Suzanne Stabile https://amzn.to/2xDZWRg
The Path Between Us by Suzanne Stabile https://amzn.to/2xrddNh
Enneagram Journey Podcast by Suzanne Stabile
 
You can follow Nicole and Keli on social at the following:
@nicolewith3 (Enneagram IG vids)and @stylistnicoleallen on Instagram
@improperlyforward and @everythingsnotfinepod on Instagram
Everything’s Not Fine Podcast
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@MWylieBooks on Instagram
Morganwylie.org
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