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Basic Pitches Podcast

Emily Thiede, author of THIS VICIOUS GRACE, and querying writer Anna Mercier chat about all things writing. From favorite tropes to the steps of publishing, they cover it all with light hearts, jokes, and plenty of giggles.

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NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY

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Some Guest Episodes

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Pitches with Ayana Gray

Anna and Emily welcome their very first, very special guest: the fabulous Ayana Gray, author of BEASTS OF PREY coming September 2021. Ayana talks about writing pitches, taking chances, and even gives us a peek into her upcoming debut BEASTS OF PREY. 

Morally Gray Characters with Sam Taylor

Anna and Emily talk with debut author Sam Taylor about morally gray characters and complex villains, all of which can be found in her book WE ARE THE FIRE-- out now!

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The Spark with Jade Loren

Anna and Emily talk with special guest Jade Loren about ways to start new projects!

A Conversation with K.L. Burd

Anna and Emily chat with KL Burd about his writing journey, his positive spin to the querying process, and the new podcast he's apart of.

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Work, Life, and... Video games? Chatting with Lyndsay Ely

Anna and Emily chat with Lyndsay Ely about balancing work, life, and all the side hustles and pressures that come with being a writer. Plus, you get to hear some behind the scenes info about her new book OVERWATCH DEADLOCK REBELS out now!

A PitchWars Journey with Lyssa Smith

Anna and Emily chat about Lyssa Smith's journey as a returning Pitch Wars mentee. She shares advice about conscious practice with writing as well as getting the most out of the Pitch Wars experience.

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