Episode 36: September Kickoff: Discussing Different Genres

🎙️ From romance to horror, and everything in between, this month we're talking genres!

In this episode of The Author Next Door, Cassie Newell and Angela Haas open up about the genres they write in and what draws them to each one. From first loves in storytelling to current favorites (and guilty pleasures), this conversation is both craft-focused and full of personal stories.

We explore:

Why we love writing in young adult and fantasy (and the freedom it brings)

The unique challenges (and joys) of romance writing 💕

Where we draw the line in horror and speculative fiction

Why romance and escapism remain timeless storytelling forces

How our writing styles have evolved across genres

Personal insights and fun facts you might not know about us

A sneak peek at upcoming guests and conversations 🎉

If you’ve ever genre-hopped, or wondered how writing in different spaces shapes your voice, this episode is a mix of reflection, craft talk, and a little author fun.

👇 What genre do YOU love writing or reading most? Drop it in the comments!

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Goodreads article on cross-genres: https://www.goodreads.com/blog/show/2889-17-new-cross-genre-book-trends-we-re-spotting-in-2025

🗺️ Other places to find us and connect:

ANGELA HAAS Choose your own adventure 🚀💕 https://ahaaswrites.com/

CASSIE NEWELL Romance 🩷 https://ckdarling.com/
Young Adult 🧚 https://authorcmnewell.com/
Writing Coach 📚 https://www.sassywritingcoach.com/

ℹ️ Keywords 🔑 : genres, writing, romance, young adult, fantasy, horror, speculative fiction, cross-genre, storytelling, escapism

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