The Author Next Door

By: Angela Haas & Cassie Newell
  • Summary

  • This is real talk for authors, relatable to where they are in their journey and to our journey as self-published authors. We talk about our experiences and have guest chats with experts and other authors about their experiences.
    2025
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Episodes
  • Episode 019 The Power of Personality Tests for Writers
    May 7 2025

    In this episode, Angela Haas and Cassie Newell discuss the importance of understanding oneself through personality tests like Clifton Strengths, Myers-Briggs, and the Enneagram. They explore how these tests can aid in the writing process, character development, and collaboration with others. The conversation emphasizes the value of self-awareness in enhancing one's author journey and the significance of leveraging personal strengths.

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    🏆RESOURCES Mentioned:

    ➡️ https://www.16personalities.com/

    ➡️ https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/

    ➡️ https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/253676/how-cliftonstrengths-works.aspx

    ➡️ https://www.truity.com/

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    🗺️ Other places to find us and connect:

    ANGELA HAAS

    Choose your own adventure

    🚀💕 https://ahaaswrites.com/

    CASSIE NEWELL

    Romance 🩷 https://ckdarling.com/

    Young Adult 🧚 https://authorcmnewell.com/

    Writing Coach 📚 https://www.sassywritingcoach.com/

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    Keywords 🔑: personality tests, Clifton Strengths, Myers-Briggs, Enneagram, author journey, self-discovery, writing process, character development, collaboration, personal growth

    #authorpodcast #bookpublishing #yournextbook

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    38 mins
  • Episode 018 Crafting Love Stories with Guest Paula Judith Johnson
    Apr 30 2025

    In this episode, Angela Haas and Cassie Newell dive deep into the world of romance writing with award-winning author Paula Judith Johnson. They explore the journey of becoming a romance author, the importance of character development, and the nuances of writing historical romance. The conversation also touches on the challenges of writing intimate scenes, the significance of tropes, and common struggles faced by romance writers. Paula shares insights from her courses and resources available for aspiring authors, making this episode a treasure trove of information for anyone interested in the craft of romance writing.

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    Find more about Paula Judith Johnson Here:

    👉 http://paulajudithjohnson.com/

    🎥 https://www.youtube.com/@PaulaJudithJohnson

    📸 https://www.instagram.com/paulajudithj/

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    🗺️ Other places to find us and connect:

    ANGELA HAAS

    Choose your own adventure

    🚀💕 https://ahaaswrites.com/

    CASSIE NEWELL

    Romance 🩷 https://ckdarling.com/

    Young Adult 🧚 https://authorcmnewell.com/

    Writing Coach 📚 https://www.sassywritingcoach.com/

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    Keywords 🔑: romance writing, character development, historical romance, emotional depth, intimate scenes, writing tropes, romance novels, author coaching, writing courses, storytelling

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    53 mins
  • Episode 017 Navigating The Challenges of Book Two in A Series
    Apr 23 2025

    In this episode, Angela Haas and Cassie Newell discuss the intricacies of writing a second book in a series with bestselling author Suzy Vadori. They explore the challenges authors face when transitioning from the first to the second book, including reader expectations, the importance of recaps, and the need for fresh content. Suzy shares her insights on outlining, marketing strategies, and the significance of building a community around one's writing. The conversation also touches on the role of cliffhangers, reader feedback, and the necessity of consistency in marketing efforts.

    ➡️ QUESTION: If you've written a series, which was the hardest book in the series to write? 1st? 2nd? 3rd?

    📣 Take the poll and/or comment which is the hardest book to write in a series.

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    Find more about Suzy Vadori Here:

    👉 https://suzyvadori.com/about/


    🎙️To Find More About The Author NextDoor➡ https://theauthornextdoor.com/

    🗺️ Other places to find us and connect:


    ANGELA HAAS

    Choose your own adventure

    🚀💕 https://ahaaswrites.com/

    CASSIE NEWELL

    Romance 🩷 https://ckdarling.com/

    Young Adult 🧚 https://authorcmnewell.com/

    Writing Coach 📚 https://www.sassywritingcoach.com/

    Keywords 🔑: writing, book series, author tips, marketing, reader expectations, book coaching, writing craft, storytelling, book two, cliffhangers

    #authorpodcast #bookpublishing #yournextbook

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    54 mins
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