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Embracing the Fiction Author Journey

Welcome to Embracing the Fiction Author Journey (formerly Parents Who Write), the podcast that helps writers pursue their author dreams. 

Join host, Erin P.T. Canning—an indie author, editor, book coach, and mom of two young boys—as she helps you make time for your writing, strengthen your voice, and gain confidence and direction, so you can own your identity as a writer and thrive as an author. 

 

You’ll hear from other writers and authors who've been where you are and know what's coming next. 


Learn what keeps them inspired, how they overcome imposter syndrome, and what they wish they'd known earlier. Gain writing, revision, publishing and marketing tips. 

We’ll also talk about the craft of creative writing, including my personal favorite genres of fantasy, romance, and romantasy, and discuss techniques you can apply to your own manuscripts.

 

Enjoy the laughs, the writing tips, and the relief in knowing you’re not alone. Episodes release on Tuesdays.

Fantasy Arts
Update frequency
every 10 days
Average duration
28 minutes
Episodes
78
Years Active
2022 - 2025
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76. Navigate the Editing Process with Allyson Wilkins

76. Navigate the Editing Process with Allyson Wilkins

Ready to transform your manuscript from a rough draft into a polished gem? Discover the secrets to navigating the entire editing process, whether you're working with a professional editor or sharpeni…

00:21:37  |   Tue 29 Jul 2025
75. Book Talk: The Quicksilver Conundrum – Editor’s Eye, Reader’s Heart

75. Book Talk: The Quicksilver Conundrum – Editor’s Eye, Reader’s Heart

Ever wonder what makes a massive novel like Callie Hart's Quicksilver tick … or maybe a struggle? 

Join Erin P.T. Canning for a fascinating dual review, breaking down this popular book from both a wri…

00:12:47  |   Tue 01 Jul 2025
74. Capture Story Ideas with Discovery Drafts

74. Capture Story Ideas with Discovery Drafts

Do you start writing fervently but get lost in the murky middle? Or have you ever had an idea for a story but you're not sure where to start? And sitting down to write a massive number of words feels…

00:14:21  |   Wed 28 May 2025
73. Exciting changes coming to my podcast

73. Exciting changes coming to my podcast

Big changes are in store for Parents Who Write.

In this episode, I'm excited to announce a new chapter for my podcast! I'll share the inspiration behind the name change and how it better reflects the …

00:08:28  |   Fri 10 Jan 2025
72. BOOK TALK: The Witch Collector

72. BOOK TALK: The Witch Collector

Have you ever read a book and the world falls away? 

Pay attention to those moments. Because as writers, we can learn a lot from the books that inspire us. 

We should study what works and why. We can a…

00:19:53  |   Tue 03 Sep 2024
71. Navigating postpartum, romantasy, and time travel w/ Jessica Dall

71. Navigating postpartum, romantasy, and time travel w/ Jessica Dall

Juggling motherhood, writing, and career aspirations?

Join Erin as she chats with author and editor Jessica Dall about her journey from fan fiction to publishing historical romance and romantasy. 

Disc…

00:27:17  |   Tue 20 Aug 2024
70. Discovering your genre’s DNA

70. Discovering your genre’s DNA

Ever wondered what makes a bestselling book tick? 

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of genre analysis and why having this knowledge is vital to your author career. 

Learn how to identify an…

00:10:49  |   Tue 06 Aug 2024
69. Breaking down imposter syndrome, building confidence w/ Charlotte Chipperfield

69. Breaking down imposter syndrome, building confidence w/ Charlotte Chipperfield

Every feel like a fraud? Imposter syndrome can plague even the most successful writers. 

In this episode, host Erin P.T. Canning chats with developmental editor and life coach Charlotte Chipperfield a…

00:28:29  |   Tue 23 Jul 2024
68. Prioritizing your passion: Writing while parenting

68. Prioritizing your passion: Writing while parenting

Do you ever feel like you're drowning under the pressure to be a perfect parent, spouse, and—on top of that—a creative writer? 

In today’s episode, host Erin P.T. Canning and fellow Fantasy Author Mic…

00:28:49  |   Tue 09 Jul 2024
67. Memoir writing tips: Transforming journal entries into a book w/ Sarah Birnbach

67. Memoir writing tips: Transforming journal entries into a book w/ Sarah Birnbach

Curious about transforming journaling entries into a published memoir?

Joining us today is Sarah Birnbach, author of the memoir "A Daughter's Kaddish." Sarah shares her surprising journey from journal…

00:29:21  |   Tue 09 Apr 2024
66. From Page to Ear: Unveiling Audiobook Opportunities for Authors

66. From Page to Ear: Unveiling Audiobook Opportunities for Authors

Have you ever wondered about audiobook opportunities for authors?

In this episode, we explore the booming audiobook market and its potential benefits for authors. You’ll learn about the pros and cons …

00:22:17  |   Tue 26 Mar 2024
65. Scenes, Characters, Series, Oh My! Taming the Chaos of Multi-Project Writing w/ Edward Green

65. Scenes, Characters, Series, Oh My! Taming the Chaos of Multi-Project Writing w/ Edward Green

What happens when have twenty million ideas all jumbled up in your head, and you struggle with multiple projects—or worse, multiple, multivolume series?

Joining us today is Edward Green, who is a prol…

00:28:21  |   Tue 12 Mar 2024
64. Cracking the Code: How to Attract Readers on Social Media

64. Cracking the Code: How to Attract Readers on Social Media

Do you want to spend months, maybe even years, toiling away at the keyboard, birthing characters, perfecting your story, and publishing your writing—only for no one to read it?

No, of course not. We w…

00:17:24  |   Tue 27 Feb 2024
63. Unraveling the 3 Main Types of Editors: How They Support Writers

63. Unraveling the 3 Main Types of Editors: How They Support Writers

Have you ever started writing a story, and the words rush onto the page. But then you start worrying that your writing or your ideas aren’t good enough.

You start rewriting chapters over and over agai…

00:21:47  |   Wed 14 Feb 2024
62. The art of earnings: Mastering full-time writing with Sarah Werner

62. The art of earnings: Mastering full-time writing with Sarah Werner

Have you ever dreamed of writing all day long—and getting paid to do so? But then reality sets in, and you start wondering how that’s feasible? How you’d even get started? 

In today’s episode, you’ll …

00:42:36  |   Tue 30 Jan 2024
61. Finding focus as an author: Navigating the writing journey in 2024

61. Finding focus as an author: Navigating the writing journey in 2024

Are you struggling to figure out where to focus next in your writing journey? 

From navigating various publishing paths to juggling writing workshops, marketing courses, and more, the confusion is rea…

00:16:03  |   Tue 16 Jan 2024
60. Crafting your writer's resolution: 6 steps to writing success in the new year

60. Crafting your writer's resolution: 6 steps to writing success in the new year

It’s that time of year again when we ponder what we want to achieve in the new year. For parents who write, our lives are exceptionally busy, so planning our writing goals is crucial to our success. …

00:17:47  |   Tue 02 Jan 2024
59. Unlocking the art of book cover design: Expert insights w/ Katia Balab

59. Unlocking the art of book cover design: Expert insights w/ Katia Balab

Have you contemplated designing your own book cover, or wondered what to expect if you hire a professional? 

Joining today’s conversation is Katia Balab, who has joined the MiblArt family, a book cove…

00:46:07  |   Tue 19 Dec 2023
58. Crafting continuity: A writer’s guide to style sheets

58. Crafting continuity: A writer’s guide to style sheets

As your story expands, do you find keeping track of the evolving ideas and details overwhelming? What about if you’re writing not just one book but a whole series? 

In today’s episode, you’ll learn ho…

00:16:40  |   Tue 05 Dec 2023
57. Write Women Book Fest 2023: Inspiring journeys and genre magic (part 2)

57. Write Women Book Fest 2023: Inspiring journeys and genre magic (part 2)

Ever wonder how some authors are able to cover come the hurdles that most, if not all, writer’s face? 

Welcome back to part 2 of our journey through the 2023 Write Women Book Fest in Bowie, Maryland. 

00:19:25  |   Tue 21 Nov 2023
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