Ep 22 | Unleashing Dark Romance with D.L. Blade

The Gothic Heart

Summary:

In this captivating episode of Gothic Heart, I catch up with D.L. Blade, who’s evolved from penning young adult fiction to creating spicy adult novels filled with magic and dark allure. D.L. shares her transformative writing journey, shedding light on her departure from a conservative upbringing towards the realms of dark romance, adding pirates, elves, and other magical elements into her narrative mix. We explore her choice to self-publish, ensuring her creative freedom, and discuss how building connections with fellow authors helped her navigate the indie publishing scene. D.L. also touches on the empowerment of rewriting her earlier series for an adult audience, highlighting the satisfaction of steering her own storytelling ship. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the personal and professional growth that shapes a writer’s life.

Episode Highlights:

• The Power of Self-Publishing
• Connecting with Authors
• Creating Authentic Supernatural Elements
• Differentiating Dark Romance and Regular Romance
• Catering to Different Moods: Writing Books with Variety
• The Empress of Fire: A Sapphic Romance
• A Variety of Supernatural Elements
• Juggling Multiple Books and Prioritizing Mental Health
• Continuous Growth and Improvement
• Connecting with Readers through Book Signings and Events
• The Journey of Fifth Element Publishing

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MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• D.L. Blade
  • https://www.dlblade.com/
  • Facebook https://www.facebook.com/dlblade/
  • Instagram https://www.instagram.com/booksbydlblade
  • TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@authordlblade
  • YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPzTOJWYdkGnrXsd5DfJ8Eg
• Books on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/stores/D.L.-Blade/author/B07G1YF228
• Fantastique Collection by Un Jour D'Amour Events
• Starfall Ball [09.27.2024]

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