"This is my start" — Lorraine Russell tells the story of Love and Shadows

"This is my start" — Lorraine Russell tells the story of Love and Shadows

July 17, 2025 · 35 min

About this episode

Lorraine Russell shares her journey of self-publishing 'Love and Shadows' and discusses various aspects of the writing process.

Send us Fan Mail Lorraine Russell tells the story of Love and Shadows . Along the way she covers: Self-publishing on Amazon Using Fiverr to find cover designers and editors Fear of failure Getting yourself into a flow state Working with a writing coach Writing as though telling a story around a campfire Also in this episode: The Long Road to Publishing with Eva Langston Our upcoming new Writing Stories host, Jessica Kinnison (!!!) Catherine Lacey (Catherine Lacey, if you are out there, we love you!) Buy Love and Shadows here This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit writingstories123.substack.com

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