An Interview with Jessica Jade
I wrote my first full book when I was eleven. My mum had been to parents’ night, and after six months of being in his class, my year six teacher didn’t know who I was. Realising being shy made me…
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An Interview with R. Wayne Winchester
Born in Geneseo, IL, Wayne’s life is a living testament to the quiet, courageous work of healing from childhood abuse. His Journey began not with clarity, but with silence – a private reckoning in the shadows of his memory. Over…
An Interview with Jasmine Griffin
In She Stood Up and Walked, Jasmine was the girl who smiled on cue, clapped for herself when no one else did, and gave until there was nothing left. From whispered prayers in the mirror to long silences in crowded…
An Interview with H.M. Dailey
Heather Dailey-Mezzacappa is an artist, author, beekeeper, and curious tinkerer. She enjoys combining traditional art media with technology in much of her work, using one to enhance the other. Her skill for bringing ideas from the digital world into the…
An Interview with Warren Bobrow
Warren Bobrow, the Cocktail Whisperer, is the multi-published author of six books: Apothecary Cocktails: Restorative Drinks from Yesterday and Today; Whiskey Cocktails: Rediscovered Classics and Contemporary Craft Drinks; Bitters and Shrub Syrup Cocktails: Restorative Vintage Cocktails, Mocktails and Elixirs; Cannabis…
An Interview with L.L. Madrid
As a child, L.L. Madrid wasn’t allowed to watch R-rated movies. However, her library visits were unsupervised, so she spent her summers reading Anne Rice and Stephen King.
Beyond the Basics: Exploring Unique Kinds of Poems
Writing poetry isn’t just about choosing words that rhyme or fit a rhythm. The poetry you write—whether a traditional sonnet, a free verse experiment, or a visual concrete poem—directly shapes how readers experience your ideas and emotions. Understanding the different…
Metaphor vs. Analogy: Using Comparison Effectively
Writers often struggle with metaphor vs. analogy. Both compare ideas, but in different ways—and picking the right one can make your writing stronger, clearer, and more memorable! Metaphors help readers feel an idea. Analogies help readers understand an idea.
An Interview with Timothy Dreszer
Timothy grew up in Houston, within NASA’s pious penumbra. At seven, he endured mundane family trauma when his parents divorced, and he was forced to live with his mother against his will. By his twenties, when his brother was diagnosed…
An Interview with Mitchell Lecoultre
Hello there! My name is Mitchell Lecoultre, but you can call me Mitch. I am, most proudly, a dad to three wonderful daughters, aged ten, eight, and eight. Yes, that means I have twins! My daughters, my wife, and I…
An Interview with Aaron Nolan
Aaron Nolan is a single father, entrepreneur, and writer focused on one overlooked subject: single dad burnout.
An Interview with Elle Winters
Elle Winters dreamed of writing books since she was twelve years old. When she entered college, it was as an eager English major. But it wasn’t everything she envisioned, so she changed course, telling herself, “I can write no matter…
An Interview with Nathan Klayman
I am a human writer from Texas.
An Interview with Nick Cennamo-Smith
Nick Cennamo-Smith is an author of crime-fantasy for both adults and teens. He was born in Luton, England, and has lived most of his life in various cities throughout the country. When not writing, he can be found working as…
An Interview with Eric Halstead
Eric brings the weight of lived experience to every story he tells. With nearly two decades of military service – including time in the U.S. Army and the U.S. Coast Guard – Eric writes with the rare authority of someone…
An Interview with Dermot Casey
Dermot Casey is a psychologist, author, based in Cork City, Ireland. Like many, he has navigated his own winding journey through life – complete with traffic jams and roadworks – but each time, he’s dusted himself off and continued moving…
An Interview with Raquel S. King
Raquel S. King is both an artist and a writer who is drawn to the space where humor, tragedy, and curiosity intersect. Her work explores silver linings found in the moments that make us feel most human. Her recent collection,…
An Interview with Gilda Wake
Gilda Wake is a mum first, positive psychology coach, TEDx speaker, and founder of the Menta Toughness Institute. Through evidence-based psychology and lived experience, she empowers individuals to take ownership of their mindset and become the architects of their own…
Your Book’s Production Timeline
Publishing a book is a process with many moving parts—from shaping your manuscript to final launch. At Atmosphere Press, we’ve designed a hybrid publishing timeline that balances quality, clarity, and efficiency, so authors know exactly what to expect at every…
Writing in Third Person
3rd person POV is a versatile narrative style that uses “he,” “she,” or “they” instead of “I” or “we.” It allows writers to explore multiple characters, reveal plot details, and maintain a professional, polished voice.