Deadline City's Podcast podcast

Deadline City's Podcast

Welcome to Deadline City: a podcast and a destination. We are two New York City-based authors who share an office and work on multiple books at a time. Between us, we have 40 books published and under contract, and we’re just getting started. If you’ve seen us on the road, you know how we cut up. We like to have fun and talk about the one thing that is always on our minds: creating books. Publishing is a big scary world to many of us, and our goal is to pull back the curtain on some of the mystery by simply talking about it. In our first season, we want to dig into subjects like YA fiction, editing, reading reviews, burnout. Most of the time, you publish a book and then you’re at a loss for what comes next. How do you navigate the industry and then still manage to write more books? That’s a journey we’re on and know that so many others are on the same road. We hope you come along for the ride.

Welcome to Deadline City: a podcast and a destination. We are two New York City-based authors who share an office and work on multiple books at a time. Between us, we have 40 books published and under contract, and we’re just getting started. If you’ve seen us on the road, you know how we cut up. We like to have fun and talk about the one thing that is always on our minds: creating books. Publishing is a big scary world to many of us, and our goal is to pull back the curtain on some of the mystery by simply talking about it. In our first season, we want to dig into subjects like YA fiction, editing, reading reviews, burnout. Most of the time, you publish a book and then you’re at a loss for what comes next. How do you navigate the industry and then still manage to write more books? That’s a journey we’re on and know that so many others are on the same road. We hope you come along for the ride.

 

#75

S6 - Episode 6: Big Idea Barn

Welcome back to Deadline City! This week we are talking about the "Big Idea." But what is a "Big Idea" and who gets to decide that? We pull from our vast publishing experience plus trends we've seen come and go, and do a deep dive into a topic everyone seems to be chasing.  [Support the show] (http://Ko-fi.com/deadlinecity) ... Read more

29 Mar 2023

53 MINS

53:06

29 Mar 2023


#74

S6: Episode 5 - Remix Row

This week on Deadline City, we break down retellings and remixes. When it comes to writing, IS there anything new under the sun? We talk about our own experiences with tropes, reimaginings, classics, and WHO gets to tell these stories. Buckle in and join us.  [Support the show] (http://Ko-fi.com/deadlinecity) ... Read more

01 Feb 2023

53 MINS

53:38

01 Feb 2023


#73

S6: Episode 4 - Myth Buster Manor

This week we head to "Myth Buster Manor" where we asked the internet for publishing myths and rumors that are spread through the industry streets. Based on our experience, we tackle one by one. Is your career over if you don't hit the elusive NYT list? Are you relegated to a single genre? Does jumping agents make you less desirable? You asked, we answered.  [Support the show] (http://Ko-fi.com/deadlinecity) ... Read more

07 Dec 2022

1 HR 02 MINS

1:02:37

07 Dec 2022


#72

S6: Episode 3 - The Political Playground w/ Samira Ahmed

This week's episode features Samira Ahmed, New York Times bestseller and activist! It's a deep dive into the politics of being an author. What risks do we take? What do we have to consider when we're writing about people from the real world, or fantasy worlds? We interrogate ourselves and the way we approach social media, as well as the decisions other creatives make when they're voicing their political views online. We hope you love this honest, and at times ridiculous (thanks Zoraida), conversation.  [Support the show] (http://Ko-fi.com/deadlinecity) ... Read more

12 Oct 2022

1 HR 14 MINS

1:14:37

12 Oct 2022


#71

S6: Episode 2 - Burnout Borough Pt. II (Extra Crispy)

What's up Deadline City?! We're back to Burn Out Borough. This week we're having an honest conversation about how to identify burnout, working through COVID, what we're doing to cope with the times, and how we can be better.  No matter what, we're still creating. We're in this together, and hope this episode lets you know that you're not alone in Burnout Borough.  [Support the show] (http://Ko-fi.com/deadlinecity) ... Read more

21 Sep 2022

42 MINS

42:12

21 Sep 2022


#70

Season 6: Episode 1 - Where In The World Is Deadline City?

We're back and more tired than ever! But first, we need to catch up on all that's happened in our lives since the start of the year. So much has happened in the publishing industry this summer, and we go through our own version of "the state of the union." From Barnes & Noble's new policies to book bannings to the DOJ v PRH, we have a lot of opinions. Welcome back to Deadline City and we hope you stay a while!  [Support the show] (http://Ko-fi.com/deadlinecity) ... Read more

07 Sep 2022

57 MINS

57:18

07 Sep 2022


#69

S5: Episode 10 - Resolution Blvd. Pt 3

It's that time again. RESOLUTION BLVD, we meet again. Dhonielle and Zoraida break down the peaks and pits of our year and lay out what we want to do better or try next year.  What are your resolutions?  We're also launching a small Deadline City shop! We've got mugs and tshirts and stickers, oh my! Check it out here: <a href='https://www.teepublic.com/stores/deadline-city'>https://www.teepublic.com/stores/deadline-city</a> [Support the show] (http://Ko-fi.com/deadlinecity) ... Read more

28 Dec 2021

1 HR 19 MINS

1:19:07

28 Dec 2021


#68

S5: Episode 9 - Pen Name Palace

This week on Deadline City, we discuss the subject of pen names. Why start your career with one? Why start a new one for a different genre? And what are the pros and cons of anonymity? Tune in to dive into another side of writer life on Deadline City.  [Support the show] (http://Ko-fi.com/deadlinecity) ... Read more

08 Dec 2021

47 MINS

47:18

08 Dec 2021


#67

S5: Episode 8 - TikTok Tavern w/ Alex Aster

This year, TikTok has become the new publishing buzzword. Publishers and authors have tried to crack the code of virality. What makes a book take off? Does crying online sell books? One thing is certain: when it works it works. Critically acclaimed author, Alex Aster, stops by Deadline City to talk about her first-hand experience with the platform, and how she leveraged her success into the biggest deal of her career so far. Listen in to what Alex has to say! [Support the show] (http://Ko-fi.com/deadlinecity) ... Read more

08 Dec 2021

1 HR 03 MINS

1:03:40

08 Dec 2021


#66

S5: Episode 7 - From a Certain Point of View

This week on Deadline City we talk about POV. From a certain POV, that is. No, it's not a Star Wars episode, BUT we do dig into what makes us write the way we write. How do we choose the way we tell stories? All that and more on this week's episode of Deadline City.  [Support the show] (http://Ko-fi.com/deadlinecity) ... Read more

01 Dec 2021

46 MINS

46:11

01 Dec 2021


#65

S5: Episode 6 - Publicity Parlor w/ Saraciea J. Fennell

This week Deadline City has a special guest! Publicity manager, editor, and festival founder, Saraciea J. Fennell knows the ins and outs of the publishing industry. She stops by the Publicity Parlor to give us her insights into author-publisher relationships and how we can feel a little less helpless in this big wide career.  [Support the show] (http://Ko-fi.com/deadlinecity) ... Read more

20 Oct 2021

1 HR 06 MINS

1:06:48

20 Oct 2021


#64

S5: Episode 5 - The Theme Park

This week on Deadline City we are digging deep into theme! We break down some of our recent reads and figure out how we build themes and make our stories stronger.  Dhonielle is very organized, and Zoraida is not.  [Support the show] (http://Ko-fi.com/deadlinecity) ... Read more

14 Oct 2021

37 MINS

37:10

14 Oct 2021


#63

S5: Episode 4 - The Query Quarter

This week on Deadline City we head to the Query Quarter. We have an honest discussion about how we got our agents, when you know you need to move on, and how to keep going. Whether you're polishing your first letter or an author thinking of making a change, this episode is for you.  [Support the show] (http://Ko-fi.com/deadlinecity) ... Read more

06 Oct 2021

36 MINS

36:43

06 Oct 2021


#62

S5: Episode 3 - Self-Pub Parlor w/ Sierra Simone

USA Today Bestselling author, Sierra Simone, stops by Deadline City to talk all things self-publishing. Sierra Simone is a bestselling author of angsty and dark romance. She's been in the game for years and we are so lucky to have her share her experience, her process, and her journey overall. Tune in to find out more! [Support the show] (http://Ko-fi.com/deadlinecity) ... Read more

29 Sep 2021

54 MINS

54:02

29 Sep 2021


#61

S5: Episode 2 - The Future of Publishing

This week on Deadline City we're talking about the future of the publishing industry from our perspectives. What are the changes we're reading out? How do we see buying trends changing, and how is this affecting the way we are personally going to keep creating. As always, let us know your thoughts!  [Support the show] (http://Ko-fi.com/deadlinecity) ... Read more

22 Sep 2021

45 MINS

45:36

22 Sep 2021