Episode 41: Writing Cozy Queer Fantasy with JP Rindfleisch IX

🎙️ What happens when you bring queerness, coziness, and real representation into fantasy writing?
In this heartfelt episode of @theauthornextdoor, Cassie Newell and Angela Haas sit down with JP Rindfleisch IX, award-winning author of queer cozy fantasies, to talk about writing with authenticity, transitioning into full-time authorship, and the power of community in a creative career.

In this episode they explore:

JP’s journey into writing and the leap to becoming a full-time author

The enduring appeal of cozy mysteries and why they matter now more than ever

The importance of queer representation in genre fiction 🏳️‍🌈

How sensitivity readers help writers build trust and authenticity

Navigating negative feedback with grace and self-trust

The emotional impact of writing stories that reflect lived experiences

Why community and connection are essential for sustainable creativity

This episode is a warm, honest conversation for writers who want to tell meaningful stories and readers who crave cozy, inclusive fiction that makes them feel seen.

👇 What cozy mystery (or character) made you feel at home?

Where to find JP: https://shop.jprindfleischix.com/

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ℹ️ Keywords 🔑 queer cozy fantasy, writing journey, full-time author, cozy fantasy, community in writing, diverse characters, sensitivity readers, LBGTQ+ representation