Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time

Does having a rich uncle mean you'll be the chosen one? Does your lineage prepare you for greatness?

Not always. But in the world of fantasy books, sometimes inheritance and a lucky birth will set yo…

You're being whisked away to a land of fantasy and wonder. You can choose one item to bring with you...what do you choose?

From the practical to the social media savvy, check out this week's episode…

Need something to perk you up? Need to add a little joy into your life? From Doctor Who to anime, there are a ton of niches to lose yourself in. 

On this week's episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O…

Maps, character art, insider information―all things that let our imaginations run wild as we try to figure out what might come next in the story or where the characters go after the book has ended. 

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After a year-and-a-half of ups and downs, Megan has finally taken the first step into audiobooks!

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell shares how, after a lifetime as a performer, …

Speaking with special guest Lydia Srofe, Megan O'Russell explores using Wattpad as a starting point for the publishing journey, the joys of online book clubs, and the importance of venturing into aud…

Have you ever found a $20 bill in your pocket and said, "Wow! Thanks, past me!"

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell shares the tale of an author who sat down to write book three i…

It's time for world domination, which is going to take some serious girl power!

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell shares her top five picks for fictional females she'd want by h…

From tiny seeds, worlds grow. 

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell gives details of how Ilbrea came to be and what readers have to look forward to in this expansive world.

Haven't…

Being praised for your work is great!
Criticism is sometimes more helpful!

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell discusses how to use criticism to push your work, both in writing and…

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan offers her quarantine reading list and recommendations on what novel you should pick up for your next bookish escape. From romance, to magic, to daring ad…

Art reflects life. We're all familiar with the phrase. But is that always what we need it to do?

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell discusses how the pandemic is affecting author…

On today's special guest episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell is joined by Isabel Sterling, author of These Witches Don't Burn, who discusses her journey from studio music composer to Young…

What would happen if the Gryffindors were all confined to their tower because of a dragon pox outbreak? A bunch of rowdy teenagers with all that pent up magic...

In this episode of A Book and A Drea…

In today's special edition episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell is joined by Bethanie Finger of the Prince Kai Fan Pod. Tune in as they discuss Marissa Meyer, The Lunar Chronicles, and how …

What do you do when your "Plan A" falls apart?

On today's episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell discusses our penchant for beating ourselves up when everything doesn't go according to plan a…

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell discusses how some unfortunate lines can make it through edits and right onto your TV screen.

If you've ever felt bad about your contributions…

In the age of COVID-19, is anyone else wondering how long it will be before their next haircut?

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell discusses the importance of hair changes, not o…

Have you ever "just had to know" how a magic trick was done? Did you lose that sense of wonder when the veil was lifted?

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell discusses how, in writi…

Do you have a lot of unexpected time on your hands?
Feeling the pressure to create art can add more stress than freedom.

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell discusses tips for cre…