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Aug. 15, 2025

10 Authors Discuss Plotting vs. Pantsing | Writing Process Advice from Bestselling Writers

Show Notes

Are you a plotter or a pantser? Or somewhere in between?

In this Behind the Mic special from Miles Beyond the Page, 10 bestselling and award-winning authors weigh in on one of the biggest questions writers face: Should you plan your novel—or fly by the seat of your pants?

From detailed outlines to wild creative chaos, each author shares their unique process, favorite tools, and the lessons they’ve learned about storytelling.

Featuring:

- Adrienne Giordano (Romantic suspense powerhouse)

- Amanda Reid (Mystery with bite)

- L.E. Sterling (YA sci-fi/fantasy author)

- Harry Turtledove (Legendary alternate history author)

- Jami Gray (Urban fantasy and romantic suspense)

- Janet Leigh (Time-travel rom-com queen)

- Jeanne Skartsiaris (Women’s fiction & suspense)

- Elizabeth Hobbs (Historical romance with heart)

- Misty Evans (Paranormal & espionage thrillers)

- Tracey Devlyn (Romantic suspense & historical intrigue)

✍️ Whether you swear by spreadsheets or thrive in the unknown, this compilation will inspire your writing journey—and maybe help you find the process that works best for you.

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