In this episode of Literary Lines: Interviews with Indie Authors, GiGi Meier sits down with the incredibly talented and multifaceted Garrett K. Jones—author, podcaster, YouTube creator, and publisher. From epic fantasy and poetry to multi-genre short stories, Garrett’s storytelling journey spans decades, beginning in the third grade and flourishing into a career that includes his five-book fantasy series, The Archives of Icinq-Regn, and his most recent anthology, Midnight Playground.

Garrett also shares his passion for community-building through his projects: The Storytellers Podcast, now in its fifth year, and The Write Way YouTube channel, launching its seventh season in January 2025. Plus, he’s a cohost of The War of the Stars, a deep dive into the themes and lore of Star Wars.

Join us as we explore Garrett’s creative process, the roots of his epic fantasy series, his journey into publishing, and his ambitious plans for 2025. Whether you’re a fan of rich world-building, poetry, or just love geeking out about Star Wars, this episode has something for everyone!

Find Garrett here:

Linktree:

https://linktr.ee/GKJPublishing

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https://www.instagram.com/gkj_publishing

How to find Gigi:

Website:

https://www.gigimeier.com/

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https://www.gigimeier.com/freebies

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YouTube:

https://youtube.com/@gigimeier

Books on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Gigi-Meier/author/B0BCR5KWQ2

In this episode of Literary Lines: Interviews with Indie Authors, GiGi Meier sits down with the powerhouse that is Ruan Willow—spicy romance author, multi-pen name queen, audiobook narrator, and host of the wildly popular podcast Oh F*ck Yeah! With an astonishing fifty-eight published titles, over seventy audiobooks, and 1.2 million podcast downloads across 50 countries, Ruan is redefining what it means to be a creator in the romance genre.

Ruan shares her journey into romance writing, how she juggles her many series, and her secrets to producing up to three books a month. We also dive into her work as a narrator for her own books and those of other authors, her plans for 2025—including the much-anticipated The Siren Who Could Not Sing—and her advice for aspiring authors.

Get ready to be inspired as Ruan reveals how she stays grounded, creative, and motivated, all while balancing her impressive body of work with her vibrant podcasting career. Don't miss this exciting and empowering conversation!

Website:

https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/ruanwillowauthor/

Website:

https://www.gigimeier.com/

Free Bonuses and deleted scenes:

https://www.gigimeier.com/freebies

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/gigimeiermedia/

YouTube:

https://youtube.com/@gigimeier

Books on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Gigi-Meier/author/B0BCR5KWQ2

In this episode of Literary Lines: Interviews with Indie Authors, GiGi Meier chats with family fiction and romantic suspense author Tina Hogan Grant, a powerhouse storyteller with an incredible journey. Tina’s eighteen published works include the gripping Sabela Series and the heartfelt Tammy Mellows Trilogy, both of which weave personal experiences into unforgettable narratives.

A breast cancer survivor and silent warrior, Tina shares how her life story has inspired her writing and strengthened her connection with readers. From her lively Facebook group, Read More Books, where she engages with fans through live sessions, author takeovers, and festive activities, to her popular podcast, A Cuppa and A Natter, Tina is redefining what it means to build a reader community.

Join us as we dive into Tina’s writing process, her father’s influence as a science fiction author, and her exciting upcoming releases. Discover how Tina’s resilience and creativity have shaped her path and where you can connect with her and her stories online.

Find Tina here:

Website:

https://tinahogangrant.com/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/tina_hogan_grant

How to find Gigi:

Website:

https://www.gigimeier.com/

Free Bonuses and deleted scenes:

https://www.gigimeier.com/freebies

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/gigimeiermedia/

YouTube:

https://youtube.com/@gigimeier

Books on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Gigi-Meier/author/B0BCR5KWQ2

In this episode of Literary Lines: Interviews with Indie Authors, GiGi Meier sits down with dark romantic suspense author Rhea Ryan, whose captivating stories have made waves in the romance genre. From her Bone Love Series to the enchanting retelling Sea Queen Reborn, Rhea’s novels explore the intense and emotional depths of dark romance. And with her upcoming Shadowface series launching in 2025, she’s just getting started!

Rhea shares her journey to writing dark romance while balancing life as a busy mom and full-time professional. She dives into her meticulous research process, her approach to crafting heartfelt and authentic narratives, and how she connects with readers through audiobook launches and strategic marketing. Whether you're an aspiring author or a fan of gripping romantic suspense, this conversation is packed with valuable insights and inspiration.

Tune in to discover what’s next for Rhea Ryan and where you can follow her incredible journey!

Find Rhea here:

Website:

https://www.rhearyan.com/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/rhearyanwrites/

How to find Gigi:

Website:

https://www.gigimeier.com/

Free Bonuses and deleted scenes:

https://www.gigimeier.com/freebies

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/gigimeiermedia/

YouTube:

https://youtube.com/@gigimeier

Books on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Gigi-Meier/author/B0BCR5KWQ2

In this episode of Literary Lines: Interviews with Indie Authors, GiGi Meier chats with the extraordinarily talented Engrid Eaves, a contemporary romance author known for her cowboy and mountain man love stories. Writing under two pen names—Engrid Eaves for steamy romances and E.B. Silva for sweet, closed-door tales—her work often features multicultural and interracial characters, like her latest release, Gifted to the Mountain Man.

From her rapid release strategy to her passion for music, culture, and education (yes, she has a master’s degree and a PhD!), Engrid shares how her rich life experiences inspire her diverse love stories. GiGi and Engrid also dive into her writing process, her favorite part of being an author (hint: she loves editing!), and how her real-life romance feels straight out of a storybook.

Although the conversation sped by and was cut off at the end, this hour is packed with fascinating insights, and GiGi promises to have Engrid back soon!

Find Engrid here:

Website:

https://www.engrideaves.com/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/engrid_eaves/

How to find Gigi:

Website:

https://www.gigimeier.com/

Free Bonuses and deleted scenes:

https://www.gigimeier.com/freebies

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/gigimeiermedia/

YouTube:

https://youtube.com/@gigimeier

Books on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Gigi-Meier/author/B0BCR5KWQ2

In this episode of Literary Lines: Interviews with Indie Authors, GiGi Meier sits down with the incredible fantasy author Linda Ling, whose vampire novels and spellbinding trilogy Land of the Sun have captivated fans around the world. Linda’s latest release, A Chimeric Vampire’s Tale, hits shelves on November 12, and it’s the second thrilling installment in The Origin Chronicles series.

GiGi and Linda discuss the challenges of crafting her most difficult character yet, her love for adding bonus scenes, and what’s on the horizon for her writing journey. From her unique writing process to the close friendship they’ve built across continents, this episode offers a heartfelt and behind-the-scenes look into Linda’s world. (Heads up: due to some technical issues, the chat ends a little sooner than planned!)

Goodreads:

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/8135299.Linda_Ling

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/lindalingwrites/

Website:

https://www.gigimeier.com/

Free Bonuses and deleted scenes:

https://www.gigimeier.com/freebies

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/gigimeiermedia/

YouTube:

https://youtube.com/@gigimeier

Books on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Gigi-Meier/author/B0BCR5KWQ2

In this episode of Literary Lines: Interviews with Indie Authors, host GiGi Meier has a heartwarming conversation with her bestie and contemporary romance author, Sienna Gypsy. Known for her captivating retelling of Beauty and the Beast, Mystical Embrace and her brand new motorcycle romance series Angels of Fury, Sienna is a force to be reckoned with. The first book in her latest series, Torture to Bliss, just dropped on September 27, 2024, and is already making waves.

Sienna opens up about her journey as a writer, living with dyslexia and audio processing disorder, and how she rewrote her debut novel. She also dives into the disability, the creative process behind her work, and the feedback she's received from ARC readers.

With insights on the easiest and hardest parts of being a published author, Sienna offers invaluable advice for aspiring writers and shares the technology tools that help her stay organized.

Whether you're a fan of romance with a twist of dark or looking for inspiration as a new writer, this episode is one you don’t want to miss!

Website:

https://sienna-gypsy-107758.square.site/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/sienna_gypsy_author/

Website:

https://www.gigimeier.com/

Free Bonuses and deleted scenes:

https://www.gigimeier.com/freebies

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/gigimeiermedia/

YouTube:

https://youtube.com/@gigimeier

Books on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Gigi-Meier/author/B0BCR5KWQ2

In this episode of Literary Lines: Interviews with Indie Authors, host GiGi Meier sits down with contemporary and new adult romance author Loren Sorensen. Loren is the author behind The Trouble with Christmas and the True Hearts series, available on Kindle Unlimited. Her story The Reluctant Star was a standout in the anthology As Fate Would Have It, where GiGi had the pleasure of collaborating with her.

Loren also has a Kindle Vella series, Love in Plain Sight, and is gearing up for the audiobook release of The Trouble with Christmas. In this insightful conversation, Loren opens up about the process of finding the perfect voice talent through ACX, running a successful Kickstarter campaign, and juggling her passion for writing while holding down a full-time job.

Tune in as Loren shares the easiest and hardest parts of being an author, what she’s currently working on, and what keeps her inspired in the ever-evolving world of indie publishing!

Website:

https://lorensorensenwrites.com/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/lorensorensenwrites/

Website:

https://www.gigimeier.com/

Free Bonuses and deleted scenes:

https://www.gigimeier.com/freebies

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/gigimeiermedia/

YouTube:

https://youtube.com/@gigimeier

Books on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Gigi-Meier/author/B0BCR5KWQ2