Hey Sirens! Get ready for a super fun episode where we dive into the world of romance and hockey with the incredible Melissa Diaferia! Join me as we chat about her personal journey, the inspiration behind her captivating hockey-infused romances, and the challenges and triumphs she's faced along the way.

We'll unpack the process behind her latest novel, Wedding Dates and Hockey Skates, and explore the passion that fuels her writing. From discussing the role of self-esteem in her career to overcoming self-doubt and finding her unique voice, Melissa shares invaluable insights for writers at every stage.

Key Topics:

• Melissa's author journey
• Hockey as a central theme to her books
• Finding her unique voice during the process
• Building self-esteem in both her personal and professional life
• Making her work stand out by creating character representation for immigrant families
• How to approach writing character flaws
• Her favorite part of the process when writing and publishing Wedding Dates and Hockey Skates
• Advice for aspiring authors and what she would tell her younger self

Be sure to check out Melissa's latest novel, Wedding Dates and Hockey Skates, and follow her on social media for updates on her future works!

Melissa's Website: https://melissacdiaferia.wixsite.com/author

Melissa's Socials: IG, YouTube & TikTok

https://www.instagram.com/melissadiaauthor/

https://www.instagram.com/melissa_dia/

https://www.youtube.com/melissadiaferia

https://www.tiktok.com/@melissa.diaferia

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