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What It’s Really Like to Be a Literary Agent | ft. Tali & Lauren of The Prose Pros Podcast
Whether you’re querying, revising, or just wildly curious about the publishing world, this episode pulls back the curtain in the best way. Ft. the Prose Pros Podcast!
YA Books are Booming: with literary agent and owner of the Reading Chamber, Jess Taylor
Jess Taylor joins us to talk about launching The Reading Chamber, her work as a literary agent, and the evolving landscape of young adult fiction. From banned books to bookstore curation to what today’s YA readers are really looking for, this conversation dives into the passion and purpose behind building a career in books.
Choosing Indie Publishing as a Debut Author with Alyssa K. Burns
In this episode of Margs & Manuscripts, we’re joined by Alyssa K. Burns—journalist, author, MBA, elder emo, and one of the most supportive humans in the writing community. Alyssa’s debut novel releases April 1, and she’s sharing the real story behind how she got here… including the moment she decided she was done waiting for permission and went all-in on indie publishing.
Female Main Characters We Love and the Ones We Can’t Stand
We got put in Instagram jail (for extremely writer reasons)… and then pivoted into a Galentine’s Day episode about female main characters (FMCs): why so many female protagonists feel frustrating in fantasy romance, romantasy, and contemporary romance, and what actually makes a great FMC.
Marketing Yourself as an Author Is Exhausting (4 Authors, No Filter)
In this episode, Nicole Yvette and Jo Bentley join us to talk about the reality of marketing yourself as an author in today’s digital world. From social media pressure to content burnout, we unpack what it really takes to build a platform while still trying to write.
Rage, Resistance and Writing When Everything Feels Wrong
We’re stepping away from our usual programming for a more honest conversation about writing through difficult moments. This episode explores the tension between creating and processing, and why sometimes the most important thing you can do as a writer is simply sit with what you’re feeling.
What It’s Really Like to Get a Literary Agent: ft. Crystal Leigh
In this episode, we break down what it’s really like to get a literary agent—from querying and full requests to the emotional reality of rejection and waiting. We also explore what agents are looking for, how to position your work, and what happens after you finally get that yes.
From Bodice Rippers to BookTok: How Romance Became the #1 Bestselling Genre
In this episode, we explore how romance became the bestselling genre in publishing—from its roots in “bodice rippers” to its current dominance on BookTok. Joined by Crystal Leigh, we break down the evolution of romance, the stigma surrounding it, and why readers continue to turn to love stories across every subgenre.
Trad vs Indie Publishing: No Facts Just Feelings
In this episode, we share an honest look at what it’s like to finish a book—from editing and beta readers to querying agents and exploring indie publishing. We talk about rejection, creative control, and how to decide what path is right for your story.
Imposter Syndrome: Why Writers Feel Like Frauds
In this episode, we’re joined by Lindsey to talk about imposter syndrome, negative feedback, and what it really feels like to put your writing out into the world. From harsh reviews and social media pressure to learning how to show up as an author, this conversation dives into the mental side of writing—and how to keep going even when self-doubt is loud.