Welcome to The Authors Porch Podcast!

This week, CJ Ives Lopez sits down with Canadian author Patricia Bates, a writer with a deep passion for historical romance, world-building, and storytelling.

From her early days as a grade school writer to her success as a multi-genre author, Patricia shares her love for weaving captivating tales and exploring new worlds.

1. Meet Patricia Bates

   • Discover Patricia's journey from a young storyteller to a seasoned author who loves history and romance.
   • Learn how her hobbies, like gardening and crafting period costumes, inspire her creative process.

   
   

2. Exploring Historical Romance

   • Dive into the intricacies of writing historical romance—how Patricia brings authenticity and passion to her stories.
   • Get a behind-the-scenes look at how she researches and builds compelling worlds for her readers.

   
   

3. Beyond Romance: Hexes and Oh's Anthology

   • Hear about Patricia's latest work, Hexes and Oh’s Anthology, and her experience contributing to this exciting collection.
   • Link to the anthology: Hexes and Oh’s Anthology on Amazon.

   
   

4. Patricia’s Diverse Pen Names and Bookstore

   • Discover Patricia’s multi-genre writing and explore her bookstore showcasing works from her various pen names: Sultry Reads.

• Patricia Bates’ Historical Romance Website: www.patriciabates.com
• Patricia’s Bookstore: Sultry Reads
• Hexes and Oh’s Anthology: Buy on Amazon

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• If you’re a fan of historical romance, passionate storytelling, or multi-genre authorship, this episode is for you! Patricia Bates shares her insights, inspirations, and experiences as an author who loves crafting timeless tales.

  
  

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This week, host CJ Ives Lopez delves into the art of building an author platform that truly connects with readers. She discusses the pitfalls of chasing virality, the importance of authenticity, and how fiction can be a refuge in a chaotic world. Whether you're a debut author or a seasoned writer, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you create a meaningful and reader-focused platform.

1. What is an Author Platform?

   • Your author platform is your public presence—spanning your website, social media, and newsletters. Learn how to use it to build trust and showcase your unique voice.
   • Explore the three pillars of an impactful platform:

2. The Risks of Virality:

   • Understand why viral posts often prioritize short-term attention over long-term loyalty.
   • Discover how viral content can clash with the safe and healing space fiction readers seek.

3. Why Reader-Focus Matters:

   • Fiction offers an escape, a place of peace, and a chance for readers to explore emotions. Learn why staying focused on your readers’ needs is critical to building trust and engagement.

4. Practical Tips for Building a Reader-Focused Platform:

   • Authenticity: Be true to your voice. Readers connect with who you are.
   • Stay Niche: Write for your audience and stay aligned with your genre.
   • Plan Long-Term: Build trust and loyalty by prioritizing consistency over trends.

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"As authors, we have the power to create worlds that inspire and heal. Let’s ensure our platforms reflect that same sense of peace and creativity for our readers."

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In this episode of The Authors Porch, CJ Ives Lopez returns to her interview series after a year-long hiatus, bringing insightful conversations back to the literary world.

This week, CJ sits down with Sean Bridges, an award-winning screenwriter and author whose talent and dedication to storytelling shine through his remarkable works.

Sean Bridges, a Texas Hill Country resident, has a multifaceted career in screenwriting and writing.

He's not only a Stephen King Dollar Baby—an exclusive group of creatives permitted by Stephen King to adapt his work—but has also made waves with his festival-winning audio production of One for the Road.

His most recent screenplay, Beginner’s Luck, is already an award-winner in 2024 at both the San Antonio and Austin Film Festivals.

This episode highlights his journey, his unique approach to storytelling, and his upcoming novel, Gunbarrel Highway. Set to release on November 20th in paperback, e-book, and audiobook formats, Gunbarrel Highway promises to captivate readers and listeners alike.

CJ thoroughly enjoyed reconnecting with the world of author interviews and bringing you Sean’s inspiring story. Be sure to check out Sean’s work, dive into his latest novel, and explore his contributions to audio productions and screenwriting.

In This Episode:

• Sean Bridges discusses his career journey, from award-winning screenwriting to his recent ventures in novel writing.
• Insight into Sean’s experience as a Stephen King Dollar Baby with his adaptation of One for the Road.

• Behind the scenes of his upcoming novel Gunbarrel Highway, set to release November 20th.
• A look at his award-winning screenplay Beginner’s Luck and his passion for storytelling.

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Links to Sean’s Work:

• Audible Parade
• Wild Rose Press
• Gunbarrel Highway on Amazon

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