Lynn D. Jung on Querying, AuthorTube & The Authentic Writing Journey

Join Paul Delos Santos in a dynamic conversation with Lynn D. Jung, whose inspiring journey from childhood storyteller to agented author illuminates the evolving landscape of writing and publishing.

Episode Notes:

• Lynn D. shares her early start in writing, beginning in elementary school with stories about time-traveling kids and dinosaurs, reflecting a childhood fascination with imaginative worlds.
• She discusses her transition into the AuthorTube community, noting its evolution from a focus on writing craft to a more authentic documentation of the writer's journey and lifestyle.
• Lynn D. recounts her challenging experience with traditional publishing, including an initial agented YA project that "died on submission" due to the pandemic and potentially needing more work. She then pivoted to adult fantasy with her project Moth's Blood after realizing YA might not be her niche.
• She provides a detailed overview of the querying process, emphasizing the importance of a strong query letter, synopsis, polished sample pages, and meticulous agent research. She shares her success in receiving multiple offers of representation for Moth's Blood.
• Lynn D. discusses identifying publishing trends, such as dark academia and emerging gothic/cyberpunk fantasy, and the strategic timing required due to publishing's slow pace.
• She highlights what makes a great writing vlog: authenticity, showing both successes and struggles ("the good and the bad"), and self-reflection, which viewers highly respond to.
• Lynn D. emphasizes that overcoming the fear of publishing and critique comes from personal growth and finding community. She advises aspiring writers to "embrace the mindset that you are a writer" regardless of publication status.
• Her top advice for new writers is to "have fun with it!", pursuing ideas that bring joy, as this passion is crucial for developing craft and perseverance.
• Lynn D.'s debut novel, Moth'sblood, a dark academia fantasy, is set to be released in Fall 2026.

Learn More about Lynn here: https://linktr.ee/lynndjung

Follow her YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@lynndjung/

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