{"id":30585,"date":"2026-06-23T11:30:05","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T18:30:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/?p=30585"},"modified":"2026-06-23T11:30:05","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T18:30:05","slug":"beth-barany-talks-writing-careers-genre-bending-stories-and-creative-coaching-with-amy-ayres","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/2026\/06\/23\/beth-barany-talks-writing-careers-genre-bending-stories-and-creative-coaching-with-amy-ayres\/","title":{"rendered":"Beth Barany Talks Writing Careers, Genre-Bending Stories, and Creative Coaching with Amy Ayres"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In this <a href=\"https:\/\/amymarieayres.substack.com\/p\/my-conversation-with-beth-barany\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">podcast interview<\/a>, Beth Barany Talks Writing Careers, Genre-Bending Stories, and Creative Coaching with Amy Ayres.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/amymarieayres.substack.com\/p\/my-conversation-with-beth-barany\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30594 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-23-at-11.27.21-AM-1024x355.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-23-at-11.27.21-AM-1024x355.png 1024w, https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-23-at-11.27.21-AM-300x104.png 300w, https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-23-at-11.27.21-AM-768x266.png 768w, https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-23-at-11.27.21-AM-1536x532.png 1536w, https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-23-at-11.27.21-AM-2048x710.png 2048w, https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-23-at-11.27.21-AM-640x222.png 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"555\">Beth Barany recently joined Amy Ayres for a conversation about writing careers, creative growth, genre-bending stories, and the many paths writers take to build a sustainable writing life.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"954\">In this first installment of Amy&#8217;s conversation series, Beth shares insights from her experiences as a novelist, creativity coach, developmental editor, podcaster, and entrepreneur.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"954\">Together, Beth and Amy discuss their early writing experiences, the evolving publishing landscape, and how writers can stay connected to their creativity while navigating the practical realities of a writing career.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"1382\">Beth Barany is an award-winning science fiction and fantasy novelist, creativity coach, and developmental editor who helps science fiction and fantasy writers plan, write, revise, and market their novels with practical tools and a sustainable, heart-centered approach.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"1382\">Through her coaching, courses, and membership programs, Beth supports writers in building strong stories, consistent habits, and lasting creative confidence.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1707\">When she\u2019s not teaching or coaching, Beth writes magical tales of romance, mystery, and adventure that empower women and girls to become the heroes of their own lives. She also hosts the <em data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1596\">How to Write the Future<\/em> podcast, where she explores storytelling craft, mindset, creativity, and the changing landscape of publishing.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1787\">If you&#8217;re curious about Beth&#8217;s fiction, check out her freebies and newsletter!<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1912\"><strong data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1804\">Newsletter:<\/strong> <a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/author.bethbarany.com\/newsletter-sign-up\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1854\">https:\/\/author.bethbarany.com\/newsletter-sign-up\/<\/a><br data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1857\" \/><strong data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"1870\">Freebies:<\/strong> <a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/author.bethbarany.com\/free-books\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1912\">https:\/\/author.bethbarany.com\/free-books\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"1956\"><strong data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"1956\">In this episode, Beth and Amy discuss:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"2274\">\n<li data-section-id=\"17bowbi\" data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"1994\">Building a writing career over time<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"v2ehpa\" data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2050\">Early experiences that shaped their creative journeys<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"lv621r\" data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2109\">Genre blending and writing beyond traditional boundaries<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1tv7p9i\" data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2171\">Creative coaching and supporting writers through challenges<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"14x47yu\" data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2225\">Sustainable approaches to creativity and publishing<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1uftj99\" data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2274\">The evolving world of writing and storytelling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This conversation is especially valuable for writers who are looking for encouragement, practical wisdom, and a reminder that there is no single path to success in publishing.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1y6vj5n\" data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"70\">About Amy Ayres&#8217; Podcast<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"630\">Amy Ayres hosts <strong data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"129\"><span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" href=\"https:\/\/amymarieayres.substack.com\/p\/my-conversation-with-beth-barany?utm_source=podcast-email&amp;publication_id=2858417&amp;post_id=200455585&amp;utm_campaign=email-play-on-substack&amp;utm_content=listen_now_button&amp;r=1ttiyn&amp;triedRedirect=true&amp;utm_medium=email\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Neurodivergent Writer&#8217;s Playbook<\/a><\/span><\/strong>, a podcast and Substack dedicated to helping writers embrace their unique creative processes and build sustainable writing practices. Through conversations with writers, creatives, and publishing professionals, Amy explores storytelling, creativity, publishing, mindset, and the realities of building a writing life. Her interviews encourage writers to develop meaningful creative habits, navigate challenges with confidence, and create work that reflects their individual strengths and perspectives.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2453\" data-end=\"2558\"><strong data-start=\"2453\" data-end=\"2486\">Listen to the interview<\/strong><br data-start=\"2486\" data-end=\"2489\" \/><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/amymarieayres.substack.com\/p\/my-conversation-with-beth-barany\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2489\" data-end=\"2558\">https:\/\/amymarieayres.substack.com\/p\/my-conversation-with-beth-barany<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2560\" data-end=\"2694\"><strong data-start=\"2560\" data-end=\"2588\">Connect with Beth Barany<\/strong><br data-start=\"2588\" data-end=\"2591\" \/>Website: <a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bethbarany.com\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2626\">https:\/\/www.bethbarany.com<\/a><br data-start=\"2626\" data-end=\"2629\" \/>Podcast: HOW TO WRITE THE FUTURE \u2014 <a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"http:\/\/howtowritethefuture.com\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2664\" data-end=\"2694\">http:\/\/howtowritethefuture.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2830\"><strong data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2738\">Free Resource Mentioned in the Episode<\/strong><br data-start=\"2738\" data-end=\"2741\" \/>Edit Your Novel Checklist:<br data-start=\"2767\" data-end=\"2770\" \/><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/bethbarany.thrivecart.com\/edit-your-novel-checklist\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2770\" data-end=\"2830\">https:\/\/bethbarany.thrivecart.com\/edit-your-novel-checklist\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2832\" data-end=\"2914\"><strong data-start=\"2832\" data-end=\"2862\">More interviews with Beth:<\/strong><br data-start=\"2862\" data-end=\"2865\" \/><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/category\/podcast\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2865\" data-end=\"2914\">https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/category\/podcast\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2916\" data-end=\"3000\"><strong data-start=\"2916\" data-end=\"2952\">Interested in interviewing Beth?<\/strong><br data-start=\"2952\" data-end=\"2955\" \/><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/contact-beth\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2955\" data-end=\"3000\">https:\/\/writersfunzone.com\/blog\/contact-beth\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this podcast interview, Beth Barany Talks Writing Careers, Genre-Bending Stories, and Creative Coaching with Amy Ayres. 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