In this episode, we chatted with Alexandra Shapiro, criminal defense lawyer and debut author as of 2021. We asked Alexandra about working with Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg, how her career as a lawyer helped her creative writing, why so many lawyers are also amazing authors, legal thriller and sci-fi crossovers, and much more. We had a great conversation with Alexandra – if you are interested in writing a legal thriller, learning more about how to write legal dramas effectively and accurately, or in need of some great writing advice and encouragement in general, don’t miss this episode.
Alexanda’s legal thriller, Presumed Guilty, is available now! For more information on Alexandra’s debut novel, visit her website or follow Alexandra on Instagram and Twitter.
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#323 – Important Tools for Indie Authors with Mark Dawson
#322 – Successes and Strengths in Self-publishing with Jasinda and Jack Wilder
#321 – Writing For Your Narrator with J. R. Ward
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#319 – Mythology, Fantasy, and LGBTQ+ Representation with Arizona Tape
#318 – Plotting a Compelling Thriller with Ruth Ware
#317 – Writing Collaborative Romance with Christina Lauren
#316 – True Crime Writing with Kerrie Droban
#315 – Second Chapter Authors with Maren Cooper
#314 – How to Write Historical Romance with Grace Callaway
#313 – 2 Books at 20 Years Old with Citra Tenore
#312 – Becoming a Best-selling Thriller Author with Amy Stuart
#311 – Looking at Legal Issues as an Indie Author with Maria Riegger
#310 – Writing Romance, Working with Kobo Originals, and More with Jackie Lau
#308 – New Year, New Indie Publishing Trends with the KWL Team
#307 – How to Boost Your Backlist Sales
#306 – Debut Novels and Dark Fantasy with Meg Smitherman
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