Shanti Hershenson’s first two novellas were published when she was in the sixth grade, although her writing journey started long before then. She writes in a variety of genres, including Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Historical Fiction, although she mostly sticks to Sci-Fi. In this episode, Shanti sits down with guest host, Traci L. Turner, to chat about her experience as a young author, having published 11 books in the span of 2 years. Listen for advice on trying a new genre, maintaining...

Dustin Hansen, author of Game On! and the Microsaurs series, was raised in rural Utah, where he spent many days hiking red rock canyons that once belonged to the dinosaurs. But even the beautiful mountains couldn’t keep him away from his love of pixels and controllers. He has been writing and creating art for the video game industry for more than two decades. Dustin and his family live in rural Utah once again, where he is the current king of the family Mario Kart circuit.

This is our last episode of interviewing winners from TABC’s 2022 Teen Anthology Competition themed Level Up, that was edited by Hannah Smith and Shelly X. Leon and a foreword by Dustin Hansen, published with Owl Hollow Press. This weeks teen authors are Ella Prichard (Author of Anthology Story, The Girl And The Gate) and Emma Nash (Inner Demons).  This week of our anthology podcast interview we will be talking about their experiences with our TABC Anthology publishing opportunity and their...

For the next few podcast episodes, will we be interviewing winners from TABC’s 2022 Teen Anthology Competition themed Level Up, that was edited by Hannah Smith and Shelly X. Leon and a foreword by Dustin Hansen, published with Owl Hollow Press. This weeks teen authors are Kendra Bradford (Author of Anthology Story, The Memory War), JaymeLee Womack (The Watermelon Crew), and Sree Kandhadai (The Land Of The Half-Living).  This week of our anthology podcast interview we will be talking about...

For the next few podcast episodes, will we be interviewing winners from TABC’s 2022 Teen Anthology Competition themed Level Up, that was edited by Hannah Smith and Shelly X. Leon and a foreword by Dustin Hansen, published with Owl Hollow Press. This weeks teen authors are J. H. Le May (Author of Anthology Story, Grim and The Collector), Tanager Ryan (Level Up), and Kate Goforth (Outcast). This week of our anthology podcast interview we will be talking about their experiences with our TABC...

For the next few podcast episodes, will we be interviewing winners from TABC’s 2022 Teen Anthology Competition themed Level Up, that was edited by Hannah Smith and Shelly X. Leon and a foreword by Dustin Hansen, published with Owl Hollow Press. This weeks teen authors are Elijah Lewis (Author of Anthology Story, Rebirth), Alayna Beck (Morgan The Gorgon), Alivia Parker (One Quest After Anther), and Alefiya Presswala (The House of High Ladies). This week of our anthology podcast interview we...

Self publishing is know to be the hero to many author's stories when traditional publishing is not an option, but this doesn't always make it the easier option. Self publishing like all thing has its negatives and its positive, but for you will the positives outweigh the negatives? Is self publishing a right option for you? Or would sticking to the grit of traditional publishing going to be your best bet? The truth is that it all comes down to personal preference, but let's see what self...

Female heroines are becoming more and more popular in stories, but are the stereotypes we are growing around strong female characters good or bad? Should a female heroine really be physically strong or emotionally in touch? Can you do both? Does strength for any character rely on physical trait, emotional traits, plot, or does strength really matter at all?   Let's dive in with fantasy author Sara B. Larson (Defy trilogy and Sisters of Shadow and Light duology) to open the conversations...

Teenage author Sarah Humphreys did it! She published her first novel "Stone Cold," which will release this January of 2022. "Stone Cold" is a fantasy novel that is captivating and will grab the readers attention by the intricate plot first page in. And the truth is, her experience isn't too far out for any of our teen writers out there. Sarah is hoping on the podcast to give you her advice on how you can do it to, become a published author as a teen. You can find Sarah on Instagram...

Publishing her first book “The Life” in 2020, then three more books to form her trilogy “Introvert” before 2022, teen author, Koushambi, is an India native at the age of 15. Listen in to discover how she became a publish author as a teen and how you can too.  You can find Koushambi on Instagram @koushambiofficial. This podcast is sponsored by Teen Author Boot Camp (TABC), an organization that brings best-selling authors to teen writers. For more information about their upcoming writing...

Publishing her first novel at the age of 17, Ashtyn Newbold's love for telling historical romance stories has never stopped. Her 19th book The Matchmaker's Request will be released this coming January 2022 and will mark the fourth book in her series The Larkhall Letter. She is an alumni of Teen Author Boot Camp (TABC) and knows exactly what you teen writers are going through. While she wrote 18 books based in places around England, she just finally got the chance to visit the country this...

Frank L. Cole is a Teen Author Boot Camp Alumni. He is used to the fun shenanigans around TABC, and is coming this year to our conference, joining Marissa Meyer, Kendare Blake, and Jennifer Lynn Barnes to teach young authors all they know about writing novels. Author of The Potion Masters Series, Frank and I talk on this podcast about creating fantastical creature, the challenges, the benefit, and everything in between. Also take a listen to get some insider info on Franks newly release book...

Do you wish writing was as easy as going on a road trip? What if I said it could be? Co-founder of Teen Author Boot Camp and novelist Jennifer Jenkins, describes coming into her life as an author and more about her Teen Writer's Guide: Your Road Map To Writing, a book designated to help teens on their writing journeys. She also gives a bit of insight in her other stories, the Nameless Trilogy and the Lingering Seas Novels. Dialogue can be a writer's greatest strength or their mortal...

Who murdered innocents in cold blood across the Midwest? Well not quite in cold blood, but drained completely of blood? Only Kendare Blake knows until September 21, 2021 when Kendare Blake's new murder mystery novel is released "All These Bodies." She is also the author of dark fantasy novel, "Three Dark Crowns," and horror, "Anna Dressed In Blood." Not only will readers get an inside look at "All These Bodies," in this all new podcast episode, but writers will enjoy learning about how they...

Have you heard of the book "Eragon?" Written by a nineteen year-old by the name of Christopher Paolini, this publishing phenomenon sold millions of copies worldwide and was even adapted into a film. Eragon and it's sequels created the world renowned series "The Inheritance Cycle," that is still one of the most popular book series today. If dragons and adventure is your cup of tea, dive right into this podcast episode where we will talk all about Christopher's experiences in writing Eragon....

Between one podcast guest postponing their recording date, four wisdom teeth extracted, and family coming in town, I don't exactly know how I managed to pull this episode together. But I am so glad I did. I have worked with Jo Schaffer and TABC for almost six months now, but being able to learn a little bit more about Jo and her writing story through this podcast episode was such a treat. Not only is Jo the innovative author of the "Stanley and Hazel" trilogy, she is one of TABC's...

We are back at it with another episode of The Next Best-Seller Podcast. This episode's guest is unique from our previous guest in that she is a teen author, just like you. This sophomore in high school won the 2021 First Chapter Contest at Teen Author Boot Camp and is already on her way to a great writing career. Maren Detlefs joins me in our second episode to talk about how you can improve your first chapters to better hook your readers and to discuss her life as a teen writer. She is...

Hey! It’s Madie Bramble. After a crazy couple weeks, we have finally gotten around to releasing our first podcast episode. And our first guest author... Caleb Smith! Caleb is a teen entrepreneur, author and humanitarian. On this episode he shares his story about creating his company, Peacebunny Island, where he trains his rabbits to be a beacon of hope during the hardships of life. His story, Peacebunny Island, hit the shelves this March (2021) and we’re here to talk all about his journey as...