In this episode, Shelly dives into the world of Steampunk. Why haven't we dipped into this vibrant life before? We're not sure. Especially since it involves literature, corsets, airships, jetpacks, and Brad Cook, a Steampunk craftsman. Join us!

Shelly and L checked off one item on their 2020 to-do list: Do a public reading. We stop to chat about the experience (among other things) and to discuss prep tips for any on-stage debut.

We bring back one of our favorite literary agents, Stephanie Hansen, to discuss the other side of the words she loves: Writing. Join us as Stephanie celebrates her new novella, Altered Helix, and shares what it's like to walk the line between her agenting and writing worlds.

We brought sexy paranormal erotica author Lila Mina on the show to discuss bondage, threesomes, and all the sexiness of writing consensual kink. It's episode 69. What did you expect?

In this episode, we lament the troubled state of the world as well as the difficult situation our favorite book stores are facing. Join us for a talk about how Coronavirus has impacted booksellers, authors, the book industry, and the way we read. 

You're not going to want to miss this episode with YA romance writer Larissa Lopes. Not only is her gorgeous voice out of this world, but she comes to us with the chilling behind-the-book story that inspired her to write her debut novel, All my Love, Alec Brock.

As Shelly prepares to participate in a teen writing webinar series, she shares her nefarious content with us: How to make a villain. Join us for our most evil episode for four grab-and-go techniques to create the perfect Baddie. 

Wattpad Books author Nandi Taylor joins us to discuss her debut novel, shapeshifting dragons, social distancing, and publishing with Wattpad's publishing division, Wattpad Books. 

This week, the Writers XL discuss life at home. Now that we're home for long stretches of time with nowhere to go and no one to see, we should be able to reach all of our writing hopes and dreams, right? Join us for strategies on focusing and using writing to cope with this new chaotic world.

In these troubling times, we write. Join Shelly X Leonn and Women On Writing (WOW) managing editor, Margo Dill, in discussing the incredible community of writers that is WOW. Chat with us about finding new resources for writers looking to pursue all their wildest writing dreams through the turbulence.  

The Writers XL discuss one of their favorite topics--clothes. As writers, do we develop clothes around our characters or our characters around their favorite garments? Join us for a look into character wardrobes.

Shelly returns to Protagonist Cafe (because once you step into this magical world of books and perfectly roasted coffee, how could you ever leave?) to sit and chat with its debonair general manager, Sam Sultzer. Join us for a chat about the coziest book nook in St. Louis.

On January 30, Shelly X Leonn had a book signing at the one and only Protagonist Cafe in St. Louis. She stopped to talk to some new friends (and family) about what makes great stories. Join her for this incredible event!

Kat Caldwell is a mom, maverick, mountain climber (figuratively...or maybe not, we didn't cover that), writer, publisher, and podcaster. The WritersXL bring Kat in to talk shop about juggling all the aspects of promotion while continuing to create, create, create! Join us!

In this episode, Shelly speaks with author, acclaimed journalist, and previous mentor/professor, Don Corrigan. While touring down memory lane, they discuss the many paths a writer's career can take. 

Here on the Writers XL, we love love (one of us maybe a little more than the other). Of course, when the opportunity to interview the lovey-est love who ever loved, we take it. Join us for a discussion with author Meryl Wilsner about their debut novel, Something to Talk About, the gay agenda, and their perspective on the RWA's implosion.  

The Writers XL bring Shelly's boyfriend onto the podcast to test out comedy inspired by everyday life. Join us for some tricks and tips on how to brave the stage when going live.

We've talked about the publishing process before--we're not strangers to self-publishing, traditional publishing, or any combination that exists in between. When talking to Joe Chiankas, author of Rabbit in Red, we discuss how publishing can take even more twists and turns than we imagined. Join us for a chat about finding the perfect audience leading them down the rabbit hole with you. 

The Writers XL reflect on the past year. Remembering the goals we set for 2019, we embrace new mindsets and new challenges to welcome 2020. Join us for a peek into the future with a brief reading on what's to come.

If you thought this show was nothing but fluff and nonsense, you're totally wrong. The Writers XL get deep. We discuss hopes, dreams, fears, and writing goals for 2020. 

The Writers XL bring Port & Key publishing's masterminds Amber Boyd and Chay Avalerias to discuss the magic (and chaos) of creating their own publishing company. Join us and celebrate the release of the newest anthology, The Mage's Apprentice, coming December 13.

The Pantsers, Shelly X Leonn and Wattpad star Hlumelo, join forces against L to discuss the inspiration and dedication behind the art of pantsing.  Check out our YouTube channel to WATCH this wonderful interview.   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCqS5N-Zvs1MITYxnR4qI6g/featured?view_as=subscriber

It's EPISODE 50! Shelly and L are together and share some wine, wisdom and inappropriate anecdotes. Join us for a recap of the WritersXL workshop in St. Louis as well as almost 50 minutes of ridiculousness.