Author's Dozen

CRITIC'S COLLAB: HOLLOW – An In-Depth Discussion of the Novel Hollow with Scott Lentz from the Cinema Drip Podcast

Film Critic and Podcaster Scott Lentz walks through the first of the Author's Dozen novels: Hollow. Scott is the co-host of the excellent Cinema Drip Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cinema-drip/id1506127766

You can read Hollow for free or have it read to you on audiobook at www.authorsdozen.com. Scott says it's rad, and Scott's rad, so you know it's rad. 

Join us for the Critic's Collab as we learn the common joys and pitfalls of first drafts, and how to cover up said blemishes in the revision. 

Let's Get Critical, Critical

No man is an island, and no island is a man. Learn how to give your work away, and learn how to take criticism in this already perfect podcast that does not need your input. Authorsdozen.com is where you can find all the shows and free books and stuff. 

INTERVIEW - Amy Lynn Green, author of Things We Didn’t Say

Amy Lynn Green stops by for an interview about her excellent forthcoming historical novel Things We Didn’t Say. She has worked in publishing for six years at Bethany House, so book lovers and writers alike will want to tune in for the Things We DID Say (I’m so sorry). You can learn more and order her – again, excellent – book at www.amygreenbooks.com/books/things-we-didnt-say/.

For more interviews, podcasts, and free books, visit www.authorsdozen.com.

 

Things We Didn't Say

Releases: November 2020

“Headstrong Johanna Berglund, a linguistics student at the University of Minnesota, has very definite plans for her future . . . plans that do not include returning to her hometown and the secrets and heartaches she left behind there. But the US Army wants her to work as a translator at a nearby camp for German POWs.

Johanna arrives to find the once-sleepy town exploding with hostility. Most patriotic citizens want nothing to do with German soldiers laboring in their fields, and they’re not afraid to criticize those who work at the camp as well. When Johanna describes the trouble to her friend Peter Ito, a language instructor at a school for military intelligence officers, he encourages her to give the town that rejected her a second chance.

As Johanna interacts with the men of the camp and censors their letters home, she begins to see the prisoners in a more sympathetic light. But advocating for better treatment makes her enemies in the community, especially when charismatic German spokesman Stefan Werner begins to show interest in Johanna and her work. The longer Johanna wages her home-front battle, the more the lines between compassion and treason become blurred—and it’s no longer clear whom she can trust.”

“This compelling novel of life on the US home front during World War II fascinated me from beginning to end.”

Lynn Austin, author of If I Were You

“With impeccable research, Amy Lynn Green casts a light on the POW camps in America during World War II and on the dangers of prejudice. Make space on your bookshelf, because this book is a keeper!”

Sarah Sundin, bestselling and award-winning author of When Twilight Breaks and the Sunrise at Normandy series

“Things We Didn’t Say is a stand-out novel as brilliant and brave as its heroine. . . . An utterly satisfying read you’ll want to share as soon as you reach its conclusion.”

Jocelyn Green, Christy Award-winning author of Veiled in Smoke

“Amy Green pens a fascinating story of intrigue and love in her book Things We Didn’t Say. Set against the backdrop of World War II, Amy takes care to bring history alive as she moves her characters through situations that force them to take a deeper look at who they are and what they really want out of life.”

Tracie Peterson

“A fascinating excavation of a little-known moment in US history executed with an inimitable voice and extremely clever style. Excessively readable, this winsome epistolary is underscored by a deep look at patriotism, prejudice, unwavering faith, duty, and love. . . A dazzlingly smart and confident debut, Things We Didn’t Say is as moving as it is memorable.”

Rachel McMillan, author of The London Restoration

“Amy Green’s debut novel kept me guessing to the very end—twist upon twist upon twist. She is a master plotter, so read every single word!”

Beverly Lewis

“Things We Didn’t Say is the best sort of book: where the characters feel like friends, the story feels like home, and the pages beckon you to turn them ceaselessly, immersing you in an absorbing world. Amy Lynn Green expertly wields wit, heart, history, and enveloping storytelling in this glorious debut!”

Amanda Dykes, author of Set the Stars Alight and Whose Waves These Are

“Based on actual World War II experiences, and sparkling with humor and touches of romance, this is an impressive debut from a multitalented writer.”

Julie Klassen, author of The Bridge to Belle Island

 

Grand Opening

Where do I begin... is the topic of this episode! Learn how to use your novel's first words to hook the reader and never let them go. 

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In Search Of: Research

Yo ho ho and a bottle of... PODCAST?!??? Spend your life and life savings studying things that may have no practical value, especially concerning pirates. Check out more free podcasts and books at www.authorsdozen.com ye scabrous sea-dogs!

Prospective Perspectives

Don't be a hater. It'll make you a bad writer. 

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I was excellent on another excellent podcast! If you like the movie Princess Mononoke (or movies in general) check out our talk on the Cinema Drip podcast: https://apple.co/2YKfHQX

 

Pain and Gain and More Pain

I made a boo-boo! Give yourself room to make accidents by not having too much or too little. 

I gotta get this good milk down the drain ASAP at www.authorsdozen.com, where there be free books, podcasts, and more, har dee harrr Italian pirate! 

 

Prose Pros

Learn the cons and pros of prose! TRIANGLES! /\

TONS more free books and shows at www.authorsdozen.com

 

People, Places, Podcasts

Choosing the who, what, where, and why of your story is pretty simple brah, you just be smart like me broh but if you're ain't me you can just listen to this smart podcast and get wicked smaht!

 

Broh, yougoooota read seven (or more?!?!?) free books at www.authorsdozen.com bro!

HITCH

Marry your work. Polygamously. 

 

LINKS: Paul's books mentioned in the podcast https://www.authorsdozen.com/free-books

 

The Power by Naomi Alderman https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29751398-the-power

 

HIIIIIITCH

 

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