Guest: Jaye Viner Episode Name: Exploring Independent Publishing, Research, and Romance with Jaye Viner [NANOWRIMO Day 6] Episode Number: 209 _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ About the guest Jaye Viner lives on what used to be the plains of eastern Nebraska with two feline fur bombs and a very tall man. She knows just enough about a wide variety of things to embarrass herself at parties she never attends. She holds an MFA and MA from the University of Nebraska. Her writing has been published in Drabblecast, The Roanoke Review, Everyday Fiction, and is forthcoming in the Soul Jar anthology from Forest Avenue Press. Her first novel, Jane of Battery Park, is available everywhere books are sold. Her contemporary romance series, Elaborate Lives, is releasing in April, July, and December of 2023. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ In this episode, author Jaye Viner discusses her writing process, independent publishing journey, and research methods, shedding light on her contemporary romance novels, including "Elaborate Lives" and "Terrible Love," as well as the upcoming release "Casta Diva." Viner emphasizes her efficient writing approach, involving quick drafts followed by revisions and the invaluable role of beta readers. She highlights the significance of independent publishing as a means to share her work with readers without waiting for traditional publishers. Her research is a blend of reading on diverse topics, offering insights into worlds like psychiatry and Hollywood, while maintaining the importance of adhering to the secondary reality created by media in fiction.  _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Additional Resources Website - www.blackheartedstudios.com  Patreon Link - https://bit.ly/h2bpatreon Freebie link - https://bit.ly/h2bebook Massiel Email - [email protected] Massiel's Coach.Me site - https://www.coach.me/massielwrites Instagram - www.instagram.com/massielwrites LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/massiel-valenzuela-castaneda/ Facebook  - www.facebook.com/howtowriteabookpodcast ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Are you feeling overwhelmed by your never-ending to-do list? Check out Paula, the Ultimate VA! https://pearlzconsulting11.wixsite.com/pearlz-va-services Discover the ultimate solution for regaining control with Paula, your dedicated virtual assistant. She'll help you manage your calendar, handle email, conduct research, and even mix and stitch together your podcast episodes. Don't let your to-do list overwhelm you any longer. Get started today! _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Follow Jaye Jaye Viner's website - https://jayeviner.com/ Jaye Viner's Instagram - www.instagram.com/jaye_viner Jaye Viner's Twitter - https://twitter.com/JayeViner Jaye Viner's TikTok - www.tiktok.com/jaye_viner _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Like, share, or leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe to our YouTube channel (Blackhearted Studios)