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About This Podcast
Speculative fiction authors Paul Regnier and Lindsay A. Franklin invite you to pull up a chair as we spill the ink on writing, publishing, and the wonderfully weird realities of being professional storytellers. We’re sharing all the hard-won wisdom of our combined twenty-five years in the publishing trenches so you don't have to wander alone. Whether you're new to writing or have been at it for years, we've saved you a seat at this table.
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Recent Episodes
S1E16 Episode 16: Advice to Young Writers with Guest Jill Williamson
Join us as we sit down with multi-award-winning speculative fiction author Jill Williamson to talk about all the things we wish we'd known when we were younger—both chronologically and in our writing…
S1E15 Episode 15: Vanity, Vanity, All Is Vanity . . . Press?
We’re equal opportunists when it comes to publishing paths–traditional, independent, hybrid, you name it. But there’s one model that will never earn the Quilling It seal of approval: the vanity…
S1E14 Episode 14: Ads for Authors–Your Low-Drama Guide to Book Ads That Work
Book advertising can feel like an entirely separate career path hidden inside publishing–a path many writers don’t feel equipped to traverse. Luckily, Paul is here to help. Join us as he shares the…
S1E13 Episode 13: Invaluable Websites for Authors
From craft help to marketing advice to business boosters, we explore some of our favorite websites for authors. Listen in as we reveal our go-to resources for writing and publishing—a curated list…
S1E12 Episode 12: The Plotter vs. Pantser Thunderdome
Paul and Lindsay step into the arena to settle the plotter vs. pantser debate once and for all, and only one author will emerge victorious. Just kidding. Instead, we break down our real-life…
S1E11 Episode 11: Our Worst Rejections
Yep, we’re going there. We share the details of our worst rejections–the ones that sting, linger, and might make someone briefly consider abandoning publishing altogether for a new career in goat…
S1E10 Episode 10: Finding Your Niche
In this episode, we tackle the ever-mysterious question of finding your niche as a writer. From choosing the right genre to honing your authentic author voice, we explore how authors can figure out…
S1E9 Episode 9: Book Launch Tips
What actually works when launching a book? Paul interviews Lindsay about her recent launch campaign–managing a street team, setting expectations with ARC readers, and why she’s now a known entity at…
S1E8 Episode 8: Best Books on Writing Craft
Not all writing advice resonates for the long haul, but some craft books truly earn their place on the shelf. In this episode, we share the writing craft books that most influenced our work–and why…
S1E7 Episode 7: Introverted Writers in an Extroverted Industry
Gone are the days of the reclusive writer holed up in a cave with only a typewriter and a big idea for company. Today’s authors are expected to be savvy marketers, content creators, and social media…
S1E6 Episode 6: You Too Can Be a Speaker–No, Really!
Most writers feel far safer behind a keyboard than behind a podium. But speaking and teaching are powerful ways to support fellow writers, build community, and open new doors in your author career.…
S1E5 Episode 5: Favorite Childhood Books
Lindsay and Paul dive into favorite childhood books, exploring why those stories were so special. These books shaped our young imaginations and helped mold us into the storytellers we are today, and…
S1E4 Episode 4: What Editors Wish Authors Knew
Paul asks Lindsay what editors wish their authors knew. Drawing on over a decade of experience as an editor, Lindsay shares tips and insights that will help save you time, money, and heartache as you…
S1E3 Episode 3: Yikes, Critical Feedback
All writers are born with naturally thick skins, impervious to harsh words and immune to rejections that feel personal . . . right?? Ahem. Not so much. Join Paul and Lindsay as we discuss how we…
S1E2 Episode 2: Indie vs. Traditional Battle
Lindsay and Paul wage war in the most epic of publishing battles: indie vs. traditional publishing. Listen in as we duke it out! Spoiler alert: We are supportive of all publishing paths and seek to…
S1E1 Episode 1: What Are We Doing Here?
Meet Quilling It hosts Paul and Lindsay, discover how we got into this wild business, and learn what we hope you’ll gain from hanging out with us. No matter what stage of the writing journey you’re…
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Quilling It has published 16 episodes since November 2025, covering topics in Fiction.
Quilling It is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 50m.
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