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WriterCon

WriterCon

By: William Bernhardt
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 Bestselling authors William Bernhardt and Lara Bernhardt, with audiobook producer Jesse Ulrich, discuss the latest news from publishing, offer writing tips, and interview major authors, agents, editors, and other book-world professionals.Copyright Bernhardt Books Art Economics Literary History & Criticism Marketing Marketing & Sales
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  • Writing for Children with Mark McCraw

    Writing for Children with Mark McCraw
    Feb 12 2026
    Bestselling authors William Bernhardt (The Superman Wars) and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview Mark McCraw, acclaimed author of twelve children's books.

    0:00 Opening Thoughts
    There's still time to file a claim in the Anthorpic lawsuit.

    3:48 News
    1) Substack is Coming to Television
    2) "Autofiction" takes off in Scandinavia

    14:00 Craft Corner
    JD Caine, co-author of the Manifest Destiny series, explains how to scare your readers.

    17:58 Interview with Mark McCraw

    33:57 Parting Words
    FINAL CALL for the WriterCon Cruise, March 7-15, Eastern Caribbena itinerary leaving from Ft. Lauderdale. Over twenty hours of writing instruction specifically tailored to the needs of the particpants. You'll have opporunities to interact, make friends, and meet individually with all the writers plus a top literary agent. Seas the Day!

    Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.
    William Bernhardt
    www.williambernhardt.com
    www.writercon.com
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    37 mins
  • The Intersection of Music and Writing with Heather Snodgrass

    The Intersection of Music and Writing with Heather Snodgrass
    Jan 28 2026
    Bestselling authors William Bernhardt (The Superman Wars) and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview Heather Snidgrass about her new book, A Love Letter to Reading, a thriller that incorporates music throughout. She also discusses how listening to music improves her writing.

    Opening Thoughts
    Bill, Lara, and Jesse make their predictions for 2026 and the world of writing.

    News
    1) Spotify is Producing Dramatized Audiobooks Based on Original Material
    2) Publishers Are Using AI to Review Submissions and Pick Books to Publish

    Craft Corner
    Marty Ludlum (At First I Was Afraid) talks about words to avoid.

    Interview with Heather Snodgrass

    Closing Words
    Don't forget the WriterCon Cruise, March 7-17. We leave from Ft. Lauderdale and cruise through beautiful locations, plus you get over 20 hours of writing instruction, personalized to meet the needs of the group, while the boat is at sea (we won't bother you when the boat is in port). Have some fun and take your writing skills to the next level. For more info, visit www.writercon.com.

    Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.
    William Bernhardt
    www.williambernhardt.com
    www.writercon.com
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    33 mins
  • Historical Fiction Strategies with John Phillips

    Historical Fiction Strategies with John Phillips
    Jan 14 2026
    Bestselling authors William Bernhardt (The Superman Wars) and Lara Bernhardt discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview John Phillips, author of the Vietnam-era historical fiction, Dress Whites.

    Opening Thoughts
    The crew re-examines their predictions for 2025—and didn't do half bad.

    News
    1) Readers Rebel Against Titles with Excessive SEO Keywords
    2) Harlequin Uses AI Translation Service

    Craft Corner
    Betsey Kulakowski (The Veritas Codex) discusses why you should write the book only you can write.

    Interview with John Phillips

    Parting Words
    Don't forget to register for the WriterCon Cruise! This time, we’re leaving from Ft Lauderdale for an eight-day voyage. So beautiful tropical vistas plus over twenty hours of writing instruction from Lara and I, plus Betsey Kulakowski and an onboard agent (Katherine Sands) who will happily talk to every participant. Don’t miss out. Plan now to be with us March 7-15. Visit the WriterCon website for more info.

    Until next time, keep writing, and remember: You cannot fail, if you refuse to quit.

    William Bernhardt
    www.williambernhardt.com
    www.writercon.com
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    45 mins
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