Jagger Cole returns for another unforgettable conversation. We got to chat with him all things Dance of Defiance! He may or may not have spilled spoilers.Chapters00:00 Welcome Back to Unfiltered Romance Nights02:48 The Writing Process: Music and Inspiration05:26 Finding Inspiration in Everyday Life08:16 Exploring New Genres and Tropes10:57 Navigating Male-Male Relationships in Romance13:28 The Complexity of Writing Diverse Characters16:34 The Balance Between Personal and Marketable Writing19:12 Advice for Aspiring Writers21:45 The Challenges of Writing MM Romance24:26 Reader Reactions and Expectations27:17 The Importance of Representation in Romance30:12 The Impact of Reader Feedback32:40 The Hardest Scenes to Write35:41 The Future of Writing and Public Perception44:12 Progressive Perspectives on Identity and Acceptance46:57 Navigating Identity in Different Cultures49:08 The Struggles of Addiction and Identity51:15 Alcoholism: A Cultural Lens54:33 Teasing Out Future Storylines57:04 Character Development and Emotional Depth01:02:45 Exploring Character Relationships01:12:12 Adapting Stories for the Screen❗️DISCLAIMER: This episode was pre-recorded❗️Learn more about Jagger Cole:Website: https://jaggercolewrites.com/ Follow Jagger on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaggerColeAuthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaggercoleauthorTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorjaggercoleDon’t forget to rate and/or review us on your preferred listening platform. Thank you!DISCLAIMER/WARNING: Our episodes will contain spoilers and potential triggers.Follow our social media pages:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unfilteredromancenights Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unfilteredromancenightspodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@unfilteredromancenightspod Follow your hosts: Kolleen TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bookswith_kolleenirene Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kolleenirene Marjorie TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marj_spicyreads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marj_spicyreads
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Jagger Cole returns for another unforgettable conversation. We got to chat with him all things Dance of Defiance! He may or may not have spilled spoilers.Chapters00:00 Welcome Back to Unfiltered Romance Nights02:48 The Writing Process: Music and Inspiration05:26 Finding Inspiration in Everyday Life08:16 Exploring New Genres and Tropes10:57 Navigating Male-Male Relationships in Romance13:28 The Complexity of Writing Diverse Characters16:34 The Balance Between Personal and Marketable Writing19:12 Advice for Aspiring Writers21:45 The Challenges of Writing MM Romance24:26 Reader Reactions and Expectations27:17 The Importance of Representation in Romance30:12 The Impact of Reader Feedback32:40 The Hardest Scenes to Write35:41 The Future of Writing and Public Perception44:12 Progressive Perspectives on Identity and Acceptance46:57 Navigating Identity in Different Cultures49:08 The Struggles of Addiction and Identity51:15 Alcoholism: A Cultural Lens54:33 Teasing Out Future Storylines57:04 Character Development and Emotional Depth01:02:45 Exploring Character Relationships01:12:12 Adapting Stories for the Screen❗️DISCLAIMER: This episode was pre-recorded❗️Learn more about Jagger Cole:Website: https://jaggercolewrites.com/ Follow Jagger on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaggerColeAuthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaggercoleauthorTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorjaggercoleDon’t forget to rate and/or review us on your preferred listening platform. Thank you!DISCLAIMER/WARNING: Our episodes will contain spoilers and potential triggers.Follow our social media pages:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unfilteredromancenights Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unfilteredromancenightspodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@unfilteredromancenightspod Follow your hosts: Kolleen TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bookswith_kolleenirene Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kolleenirene Marjorie TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marj_spicyreads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marj_spicyreads
In this episode of Unfiltered Romance Nights, hosts Kolleen and Marjorie welcome bestselling author Lucy Smoke, who shares her journey from aspiring writer to successful indie author. They discuss her latest release, 'The Secrets We Buried,' her writing process, and the challenges of balancing life and creativity. Lucy opens up about her reading preferences, favorite authors, and the importance of character development in her stories. The conversation also touches on her dreams of adapting her books into movies and her upcoming projects, including a co-write inspired by the game Clue. In this engaging conversation, Lucy Smoke discusses her upcoming dark romance project, which features a unique narrative structure inspired by horror themes. The discussion delves into the exploration of various tropes, the significance of character development, and the emotional depth of her characters. Lucy also shares insights about her special editions and the Kickstarter campaign aimed at making her work more accessible to readers. The conversation wraps up with reflections on reader reactions and the importance of resilience in storytelling.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Lucy Smoke04:37 The Journey to Becoming a Writer11:06 Support from Friends and Family14:45 Exploring Themes in Writing18:07 The Balance of Series and Standalones24:28 Planning and Scheduling Releases28:40 Challenges in Writing and Cliffhangers30:07 The Journey of Writing and Personal Connection32:35 Casting Dreams: Turning Books into Movies36:45 Exploring Strong Female Characters and Their Dynamics39:29 Future Projects and Expanding Universes47:39 Exploring Dark Themes in Storytelling53:35 Diving into Unwritten Genres and Tropes57:57 Special Editions and Accessibility in Publishing01:07:24 Creative Inspirations and Writing Challenges01:09:19 Navigating Reviews and Reader Reactions01:12:05 Character Development and Relatability01:14:56 Themes of Strength and Resilience01:18:01 Upcoming Projects and Author Events❗️DISCLAIMER: This episode was pre-recorded❗️ Don’t forget to rate and/or review us on your preferred listening platform. Thank you!DISCLAIMER/WARNING: Our episodes will contain spoilers and potential triggers.Follow our social media pages:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unfilteredromancenights Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unfilteredromancenightspodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@unfilteredromancenightspod Follow your hosts: Kolleen TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bookswith_kolleenirene Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kolleenirene Marjorie TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marjoriematthews34 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marj_spicyreads
Unfiltered Romance Nights
Jagger Cole returns for another unforgettable conversation. We got to chat with him all things Dance of Defiance! He may or may not have spilled spoilers.Chapters00:00 Welcome Back to Unfiltered Romance Nights02:48 The Writing Process: Music and Inspiration05:26 Finding Inspiration in Everyday Life08:16 Exploring New Genres and Tropes10:57 Navigating Male-Male Relationships in Romance13:28 The Complexity of Writing Diverse Characters16:34 The Balance Between Personal and Marketable Writing19:12 Advice for Aspiring Writers21:45 The Challenges of Writing MM Romance24:26 Reader Reactions and Expectations27:17 The Importance of Representation in Romance30:12 The Impact of Reader Feedback32:40 The Hardest Scenes to Write35:41 The Future of Writing and Public Perception44:12 Progressive Perspectives on Identity and Acceptance46:57 Navigating Identity in Different Cultures49:08 The Struggles of Addiction and Identity51:15 Alcoholism: A Cultural Lens54:33 Teasing Out Future Storylines57:04 Character Development and Emotional Depth01:02:45 Exploring Character Relationships01:12:12 Adapting Stories for the Screen❗️DISCLAIMER: This episode was pre-recorded❗️Learn more about Jagger Cole:Website: https://jaggercolewrites.com/ Follow Jagger on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaggerColeAuthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaggercoleauthorTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorjaggercoleDon’t forget to rate and/or review us on your preferred listening platform. Thank you!DISCLAIMER/WARNING: Our episodes will contain spoilers and potential triggers.Follow our social media pages:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unfilteredromancenights Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unfilteredromancenightspodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@unfilteredromancenightspod Follow your hosts: Kolleen TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bookswith_kolleenirene Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kolleenirene Marjorie TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marj_spicyreads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marj_spicyreads
