https://www.youtube.com/@JuliaAmanteRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:06:53 GMTTue, 30 Sep 2025 00:14:37 GMT60Julia AmanteHow do your favorite authors develop their stories? What inspires them? Where do they get their ideas? Every month, an author, editor, or industry professional will sit in The Author's Chair and share what what they know with you. You'll learn, not only about their creative process, but also what inspires them to create stories. You'll find what you have in common with working Authors and take away gems you can use in your own writing career. Sometimes, you will meet you authors, and other times, you'll reconnect with authors you've read many times and loved. Occasionally, we will invite a publishing professional to join us as well!episodicJulia Amantewriterjulia@gmail.comnoIn this conversation, Julia Amante interviews Megan Kinney, an author whose novels delve into the emotional lives of women facing challenges such as fear, resilience, and reinvention. They discuss Megan's journey to becoming a writer, the inspiration behind her books, and the importance of character development rooted in real-life experiences. The conversation also touches on themes of courage, the writing process, and the balance between fact and fiction. Megan shares insights on the impact of foster care on her writing and the significance of human connection in storytelling.

]]>e8954b64-5a35-4c8a-9e61-7e3249c4603dFri, 24 Apr 2026 23:30:54 GMT<p>In this conversation, Julia Amante interviews Megan Kinney, an author whose novels delve into the emotional lives of women facing challenges such as fear, resilience, and reinvention. They discuss Megan's journey to becoming a writer, the inspiration behind her books, and the importance of character development rooted in real-life experiences. The conversation also touches on themes of courage, the writing process, and the balance between fact and fiction. Megan shares insights on the impact of foster care on her writing and the significance of human connection in storytelling.</p>no00:54:04112From Real Life to the Page: Megan Kinney Creates Characters That MatterfullIn this insightful interview, Berta Plata shares her journey through multicultural publishing, genre evolution, and the creative process. Discover how she navigates the industry, the importance of community, and her tips for aspiring writers.

]]>c876fa81-7339-4912-809d-1cb8f289fc10Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:28:01 GMT<p>In this insightful interview, Berta Plata shares her journey through multicultural publishing, genre evolution, and the creative process. Discover how she navigates the industry, the importance of community, and her tips for aspiring writers.</p>no00:55:04113Navigating Multicultural Publishing: Insights from Berta PlatasfullIn this engaging conversation, Laura Hern, a multi-genre author, shares her journey into writing cozy mysteries and contemporary romance. She discusses her inspirations, the importance of character development, and the research that goes into her writing. Laura emphasizes the need for aspiring writers to write what they enjoy and to embrace their unique voices. The conversation also touches on the balance between suspense and comfort in cozy mysteries, as well as the themes of compassion and vulnerability present in her stories. Laura's writing process, daily habits, and upcoming projects are also explored, providing valuable insights for both readers and writers.

]]>03e42dc5-3dee-4877-8fb8-ba06940318e7Fri, 24 Oct 2025 22:59:14 GMT<p>In this engaging conversation, Laura Hern, a multi-genre author, shares her journey into writing cozy mysteries and contemporary romance. She discusses her inspirations, the importance of character development, and the research that goes into her writing. Laura emphasizes the need for aspiring writers to write what they enjoy and to embrace their unique voices. The conversation also touches on the balance between suspense and comfort in cozy mysteries, as well as the themes of compassion and vulnerability present in her stories. Laura's writing process, daily habits, and upcoming projects are also explored, providing valuable insights for both readers and writers.</p>no01:05:449From Nancy Drew to Cozy Mysteries: Laura Hern's JourneyfullThe Author's Chair - Conversations with Authors, Editors, and Publishing Pros this month features Lynette Warmager, a passionate author of historical fiction and memoir. In this engaging conversation, Julia Amante interviews author Lynette Wermager, who shares her journey as a writer dedicated to uplifting women through her stories. Lynette discusses her diverse writing genres, the evolution of her vision, and the themes of faith and resilience that permeate her work. She reflects on her writing process, the balance between historical research and storytelling, and the importance of character development. Lynette also offers valuable advice for aspiring writers and explores the misconceptions surrounding historical fiction, emphasizing the universal connections that bind us all.

]]>641f782a-0ce6-4e92-bb0b-871b17590777Tue, 30 Sep 2025 03:04:15 GMT<p>The Author's Chair - Conversations with Authors, Editors, and Publishing Pros this month features Lynette Warmager, a passionate author of historical fiction and memoir. In this engaging conversation, Julia Amante interviews author Lynette Wermager, who shares her journey as a writer dedicated to uplifting women through her stories. Lynette discusses her diverse writing genres, the evolution of her vision, and the themes of faith and resilience that permeate her work. She reflects on her writing process, the balance between historical research and storytelling, and the importance of character development. Lynette also offers valuable advice for aspiring writers and explores the misconceptions surrounding historical fiction, emphasizing the universal connections that bind us all.</p>no00:31:4118Uplifting Stories: The Journey of Lynette Wermagerfull