As an author, do you write for passion or profit—or is there a way to do both? In this episode of The Authors Porch Podcast, we dive into the ongoing debate of writing what you love versus writing what sells.

📖 What You'll Learn:

✅ The difference between writing for creativity and writing for market trends
✅ How to balance passion with profitability
✅ Why understanding your audience matters
✅ Practical strategies to merge what you love with what readers want
✅ How to set realistic expectations for success

Whether you're looking to turn your writing into a full-time career or just want to share stories straight from the heart, this episode will help you navigate the path that best aligns with your goals.

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Welcome to another exciting episode of The Authors Porch Podcast! This week, CJ sits down with Claudia Hagadus Long, a talented and versatile author known for her captivating historical novels and engaging mystery series. They dive into Claudia's latest book, Murder without a Duck, and explore her journey as a writer, her inspirations, and what makes her stories resonate with readers.

In This Episode:

📖 Meet Claudia Hagadus Long

• Author of 8 novels spanning historical fiction and mystery.
• Lawyer, weaver, passionate cook, and storyteller living in Northern California wine country.
• Her work includes historical novels set in 1690s Mexico, contemporary Zara and Lilly mysteries, and a novella about women in the 1920 San Francisco labor movement.

🦆 Murder without a Duck

• The first book in Claudia's new Simpato Mystery Series.
• An "edge-of-cozy" mystery featuring Salvia Devine, a temporarily-suspended lawyer navigating scary and funny twists that are sure to delight readers.
• Claudia shares her inspirations, writing process, and the unique blend of humor and suspense in her storytelling.

🌟 Writing Wisdom and Insights

• Balancing multiple genres and weaving personal passions into writing.
• Crafting characters and settings that transport readers into rich, immersive worlds.
• Building a writing career that spans historical fiction and mystery while staying true to her creative voice.

Where to Find Claudia Hagadus Long:
📚 Website: claudiahlong.com
📖 Facebook: @claudialongauthor
📷 Instagram, Threads & BlueSky: @claudiahlong

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Welcome to The Authors Porch Podcast!

This week, CJ Ives Lopez sits down with Canadian author Patricia Bates, a writer with a deep passion for historical romance, world-building, and storytelling.

From her early days as a grade school writer to her success as a multi-genre author, Patricia shares her love for weaving captivating tales and exploring new worlds.

1. Meet Patricia Bates

   • Discover Patricia's journey from a young storyteller to a seasoned author who loves history and romance.
   • Learn how her hobbies, like gardening and crafting period costumes, inspire her creative process.

   
   

2. Exploring Historical Romance

   • Dive into the intricacies of writing historical romance—how Patricia brings authenticity and passion to her stories.
   • Get a behind-the-scenes look at how she researches and builds compelling worlds for her readers.

   
   

3. Beyond Romance: Hexes and Oh's Anthology

   • Hear about Patricia's latest work, Hexes and Oh’s Anthology, and her experience contributing to this exciting collection.
   • Link to the anthology: Hexes and Oh’s Anthology on Amazon.

   
   

4. Patricia’s Diverse Pen Names and Bookstore

   • Discover Patricia’s multi-genre writing and explore her bookstore showcasing works from her various pen names: Sultry Reads.

• Patricia Bates’ Historical Romance Website: www.patriciabates.com
• Patricia’s Bookstore: Sultry Reads
• Hexes and Oh’s Anthology: Buy on Amazon

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• If you’re a fan of historical romance, passionate storytelling, or multi-genre authorship, this episode is for you! Patricia Bates shares her insights, inspirations, and experiences as an author who loves crafting timeless tales.

  
  

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