Hosts Natasha Rai delves into an inspiring conversation with emerging fiction author Holly Brunnbauer. Holly shares her journey from catching the writing bug through blogging to landing a book deal with HarperCollins for her debut novel 'What Did I Miss?' Holly discusses her character development process, her innovative approach to flipping rom-com tropes, and the emotional depth and rage portrayed in her novel. She also provides valuable insights and practical advice for writers on feedback, publication, and leveraging social media as an author. The episode not only explores Holly’s professional trajectory but also touches on the broader themes of female rage and the importance of community in the writing world.

00:00 Welcome to the Book Deal Podcast
00:56 Summer Season Announcement
01:52 Introducing Holly Brunnbauer
02:35 Holly's Debut Novel: What Did I Miss?
05:14 Character Development and Writing Process
22:20 Publication Journey
35:04 The Agonizing Wait
36:37 A Glut of Good News
38:04 Navigating Competitions and Grants
39:05 The Adaptable Experience
40:15 The Emotional Rollercoaster of a Book Deal
41:51 From Draft to Deal: The Timeline
43:57 The Long Wait for Publication
44:31 The Editing Process
46:11 Mastering Social Media and Branding
01:00:22 Advice for Aspiring Writers
01:03:36 Conclusion and Farewell

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