The Intersection of Music and Writing with Heather Snodgrass

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