Eva Langston
@evalangston.bsky.social
*author (repped by Ali Lake of O'Conner Literary)
*writing instructor at The Writer's Center
*cohost of the podcast This Mama is Lit!
*creator of the podcast The Long Road to Publishing
*DC area
(she/her)
*writing instructor at The Writer's Center
*cohost of the podcast This Mama is Lit!
*creator of the podcast The Long Road to Publishing
*DC area
(she/her)
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Eva Langston
@evalangston.bsky.social
· Sep 13
The Long Road to Publishing with Eva Langston
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On The Long Road to Publishing I talk to successful authors in all genres about their long and bumpy paths to publishing.
Fascinating stories. Lots of great advice. Perfect for writers and book-lovers. Found at the link below or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Fascinating stories. Lots of great advice. Perfect for writers and book-lovers. Found at the link below or wherever you get your podcasts.
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listen to @karingillespie.bsky.social talk about what has surprised her most during her 20+ year career in writing and publishing… and what she’s learned along the way.
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February 12, 2026 at 2:28 PM
listen to @karingillespie.bsky.social talk about what has surprised her most during her 20+ year career in writing and publishing… and what she’s learned along the way.
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Find out why I was confused, and hear @karingillespie.bsky.social's whole incredible publishing saga on the latest episode of The Long Road to Publishing!
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#writerslife #publishing #writingpodcast
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#writerslife #publishing #writingpodcast
February 11, 2026 at 5:41 PM
Find out why I was confused, and hear @karingillespie.bsky.social's whole incredible publishing saga on the latest episode of The Long Road to Publishing!
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#writerslife #publishing #writingpodcast
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#writerslife #publishing #writingpodcast
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Read Carly Samudre's poem, "Dawn (39 Weeks)," in our Jan/Feb issue:
Dawn (39 Weeks)
At 4:39 a.m., you wake.I hold you through the rounded melonof my belly as you roll, shimmer—moonlight on the edgesof waxy springtime leaves.And this so, mostmornings—just beforethe birds stir, before ...
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February 11, 2026 at 12:58 PM
Read Carly Samudre's poem, "Dawn (39 Weeks)," in our Jan/Feb issue:
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"If you don’t feel that you are possibly on the edge of humiliating yourself, of losing control of the whole thing, then probably what you are doing isn’t very vital. If you don’t feel like you are writing somewhat over your head, why do it?" ~ John Irving
February 10, 2026 at 12:01 PM
"If you don’t feel that you are possibly on the edge of humiliating yourself, of losing control of the whole thing, then probably what you are doing isn’t very vital. If you don’t feel like you are writing somewhat over your head, why do it?" ~ John Irving
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We’ll discuss claiming deductions, lowering your taxable income, setting money aside for retirement, whether you need to be making estimated tax payments, and more
Register here:
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Register here:
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Q&A: Tax Tips for Authors 2026 - The Authors Guild
As tax day approaches, join the Authors Guild Foundation for our annual overview and Q&A about filing taxes as an author or freelancer. We’ll discuss claiming deductions, lowering your taxable income,...
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February 9, 2026 at 10:09 PM
We’ll discuss claiming deductions, lowering your taxable income, setting money aside for retirement, whether you need to be making estimated tax payments, and more
Register here:
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Register here:
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"It's not a horror show every second of the day. You have to get the kids to school and you have jobs and you go about your business. But in the background, there is fear. It's like sinking into quicksand."
@karenpalmer.bsky.social on the creep of abuse & DIY witness protection for her family:
@karenpalmer.bsky.social on the creep of abuse & DIY witness protection for her family:
Karen Palmer: DIY Witness Protection
Amanda and Eva chat with Karen Palmer, author of She's Under Here, about living with an undercurrent of fear and clawing her way out of abuse.
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February 10, 2026 at 12:23 AM
"It's not a horror show every second of the day. You have to get the kids to school and you have jobs and you go about your business. But in the background, there is fear. It's like sinking into quicksand."
@karenpalmer.bsky.social on the creep of abuse & DIY witness protection for her family:
@karenpalmer.bsky.social on the creep of abuse & DIY witness protection for her family:
Query tips and more in my conversation with Pitch Queen @karingillespie.bsky.social
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February 9, 2026 at 2:31 PM
Query tips and more in my conversation with Pitch Queen @karingillespie.bsky.social
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Have you listened to all 20 episodes of The Long Road to Publishing?
Fascinating stories about the journey to writing and publishing. From debut authors to bestsellers, traditional and indie. All genres. All types of writers. The one thing in common? A long road!
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Fascinating stories about the journey to writing and publishing. From debut authors to bestsellers, traditional and indie. All genres. All types of writers. The one thing in common? A long road!
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February 7, 2026 at 11:57 PM
Have you listened to all 20 episodes of The Long Road to Publishing?
Fascinating stories about the journey to writing and publishing. From debut authors to bestsellers, traditional and indie. All genres. All types of writers. The one thing in common? A long road!
shows.acast.com/the-long-roa...
Fascinating stories about the journey to writing and publishing. From debut authors to bestsellers, traditional and indie. All genres. All types of writers. The one thing in common? A long road!
shows.acast.com/the-long-roa...
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My publisher is hosting a virtual book launch for Brenda Barker's Next Chapter and I'd love to see you there, Friday Feb 6 at 7:00pm ET, 4:00pm PST: blydynsquarebooks.com/event/virtua... #writing #booklaunch #writingcommunity #booksky
February 6, 2026 at 4:00 PM
My publisher is hosting a virtual book launch for Brenda Barker's Next Chapter and I'd love to see you there, Friday Feb 6 at 7:00pm ET, 4:00pm PST: blydynsquarebooks.com/event/virtua... #writing #booklaunch #writingcommunity #booksky
Karin Gillespie shares the highs and lows of her 20+ year career in publishing. We talk about her book deals, what she’s learned about pitching novels, and all five of her literary agents.
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February 6, 2026 at 2:38 PM
Karin Gillespie shares the highs and lows of her 20+ year career in publishing. We talk about her book deals, what she’s learned about pitching novels, and all five of her literary agents.
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Why maybe my constant social media checking isn’t ALL bad, and the relief I felt at something Lisa Jewel said at Bouchercon.
Plus TONS of writing links and resources!
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#writingcommunity #writerslife #substack
Plus TONS of writing links and resources!
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#writingcommunity #writerslife #substack
Maybe my social media addiction isn't all bad...
Maybe it's even helpful?? Plus, The Pitch Queen and TONS of writing links and resources!
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February 5, 2026 at 2:29 PM
Why maybe my constant social media checking isn’t ALL bad, and the relief I felt at something Lisa Jewel said at Bouchercon.
Plus TONS of writing links and resources!
evalangston.substack.com/p/maybe-my-s...
#writingcommunity #writerslife #substack
Plus TONS of writing links and resources!
evalangston.substack.com/p/maybe-my-s...
#writingcommunity #writerslife #substack
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***NEW EPISODE***
Don't miss the inimitable @karenpalmer.bsky.social, author of She's Under Here!
Palmer talks w Amanda Fields & @evalangston.bsky.social about DIY witness protection and pulling herself and her family out of abuse:
Don't miss the inimitable @karenpalmer.bsky.social, author of She's Under Here!
Palmer talks w Amanda Fields & @evalangston.bsky.social about DIY witness protection and pulling herself and her family out of abuse:
Karen Palmer: DIY Witness Protection
Amanda and Eva chat with Karen Palmer, author of She's Under Here, about living with an undercurrent of fear and clawing her way out of abuse.
open.substack.com
February 5, 2026 at 1:11 PM
***NEW EPISODE***
Don't miss the inimitable @karenpalmer.bsky.social, author of She's Under Here!
Palmer talks w Amanda Fields & @evalangston.bsky.social about DIY witness protection and pulling herself and her family out of abuse:
Don't miss the inimitable @karenpalmer.bsky.social, author of She's Under Here!
Palmer talks w Amanda Fields & @evalangston.bsky.social about DIY witness protection and pulling herself and her family out of abuse:
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📣 Mark your calendars!!!📣 #QueerPit returns for its 4th pitch event on JULY 1ST, 2026
We are extending Pride Month 🌈 by one more day 🙌 to platform 2SLGBTQIA+ authors
Check out our website to learn more ⬇️ Follow us for additional updates soon ✨️ share.google/XLm7u0jgjeyy...
We are extending Pride Month 🌈 by one more day 🙌 to platform 2SLGBTQIA+ authors
Check out our website to learn more ⬇️ Follow us for additional updates soon ✨️ share.google/XLm7u0jgjeyy...
January 22, 2026 at 3:03 PM
📣 Mark your calendars!!!📣 #QueerPit returns for its 4th pitch event on JULY 1ST, 2026
We are extending Pride Month 🌈 by one more day 🙌 to platform 2SLGBTQIA+ authors
Check out our website to learn more ⬇️ Follow us for additional updates soon ✨️ share.google/XLm7u0jgjeyy...
We are extending Pride Month 🌈 by one more day 🙌 to platform 2SLGBTQIA+ authors
Check out our website to learn more ⬇️ Follow us for additional updates soon ✨️ share.google/XLm7u0jgjeyy...
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Hey everyone!
Given some discussion between pitch event hosts and the oversaturated pitch market recently, the #PosterPit team has decided to limit our event to once annually - the third Saturday of April, each year.
Our next event will be in April on the 18th!
Given some discussion between pitch event hosts and the oversaturated pitch market recently, the #PosterPit team has decided to limit our event to once annually - the third Saturday of April, each year.
Our next event will be in April on the 18th!
September 6, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Hey everyone!
Given some discussion between pitch event hosts and the oversaturated pitch market recently, the #PosterPit team has decided to limit our event to once annually - the third Saturday of April, each year.
Our next event will be in April on the 18th!
Given some discussion between pitch event hosts and the oversaturated pitch market recently, the #PosterPit team has decided to limit our event to once annually - the third Saturday of April, each year.
Our next event will be in April on the 18th!
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SAVE THE DATE: #SEAsianPit is back again 🎉 This time as an official pitch event ‼️
May 30, 2026
Check out the list of participating agents and amendments in the event rules in the 🔗 or 🧵
May 30, 2026
Check out the list of participating agents and amendments in the event rules in the 🔗 or 🧵
January 10, 2026 at 1:03 PM
SAVE THE DATE: #SEAsianPit is back again 🎉 This time as an official pitch event ‼️
May 30, 2026
Check out the list of participating agents and amendments in the event rules in the 🔗 or 🧵
May 30, 2026
Check out the list of participating agents and amendments in the event rules in the 🔗 or 🧵
@karingillespie.bsky.social has published in all the ways: Big 5, small indie press, & self-publishing. With 20+ years of experience in publishing, she knows how to pitch a novel and what it takes to sell a book.
Don’t miss this episode! #writingpodcast
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Don’t miss this episode! #writingpodcast
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February 4, 2026 at 4:30 PM
@karingillespie.bsky.social has published in all the ways: Big 5, small indie press, & self-publishing. With 20+ years of experience in publishing, she knows how to pitch a novel and what it takes to sell a book.
Don’t miss this episode! #writingpodcast
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Don’t miss this episode! #writingpodcast
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It's a good day to read about Helen Charman's Mother State: A Political History of Motherhood, reviewed by @joannagarbutt.bsky.social in our Jan/Feb issue:
Activism, Resistance, Persistence: A Review of Helen Charman’s Mother State
Recently, I have spent a lot of time thinking about my own childhood in comparison to my sons’—a time pre-internet, when communication was not instant and there was a greater expectation of boredom—an...
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January 30, 2026 at 2:48 PM
It's a good day to read about Helen Charman's Mother State: A Political History of Motherhood, reviewed by @joannagarbutt.bsky.social in our Jan/Feb issue:
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A couple more writer-targeted scams to watch out for. Honestly, somebody must be telling these scammers that writers have a lot of money. Not sure where that notion came from, because for most writers, nothing could be further from the truth.
#WritingCommunity
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#WritingCommunity
writerbeware.blog/2026/01/30/t...
Two New Impersonation Scams to Watch For - Writer Beware
Impersonation scams in publishing tend to be variations on a theme, since the goal is always the same: to sell you something. In that sense, the scams below, which are aimed at tricking writers into p...
writerbeware.blog
January 30, 2026 at 7:49 PM
A couple more writer-targeted scams to watch out for. Honestly, somebody must be telling these scammers that writers have a lot of money. Not sure where that notion came from, because for most writers, nothing could be further from the truth.
#WritingCommunity
writerbeware.blog/2026/01/30/t...
#WritingCommunity
writerbeware.blog/2026/01/30/t...
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brass solidarity band performing “stand by me” in the streets of whittier next to alex pretti’s memorial. the crowd started chanting “the people united will never be defeated” so they incorporated it into the song. i love minneapolis
January 27, 2026 at 12:22 AM
brass solidarity band performing “stand by me” in the streets of whittier next to alex pretti’s memorial. the crowd started chanting “the people united will never be defeated” so they incorporated it into the song. i love minneapolis
How do you build a sustainable creative life and still pay the bills (especially in an expensive city)?
Author Lincoln Michel talks about how he uses his popular Substack newsletter, Counter Craft, to compliment his writing, teaching, and freelancing.
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Author Lincoln Michel talks about how he uses his popular Substack newsletter, Counter Craft, to compliment his writing, teaching, and freelancing.
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January 27, 2026 at 6:11 PM
How do you build a sustainable creative life and still pay the bills (especially in an expensive city)?
Author Lincoln Michel talks about how he uses his popular Substack newsletter, Counter Craft, to compliment his writing, teaching, and freelancing.
shows.acast.com/the-long-roa...
Author Lincoln Michel talks about how he uses his popular Substack newsletter, Counter Craft, to compliment his writing, teaching, and freelancing.
shows.acast.com/the-long-roa...
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"The profession of book-writing makes horse racing seem like a solid, stable business." ~ John Steinbeck
January 26, 2026 at 12:17 PM
"The profession of book-writing makes horse racing seem like a solid, stable business." ~ John Steinbeck
Such an interesting episode!
We usually ask our guests to describe themselves as a mother in five words or fewer.
Here's @michellelernerauth.bsky.social's answer:
"I am a launching pad."
Link to the episode below, with @hollyrizzutopal.bsky.social & @evalangston.bsky.social:
Here's @michellelernerauth.bsky.social's answer:
"I am a launching pad."
Link to the episode below, with @hollyrizzutopal.bsky.social & @evalangston.bsky.social:
Michelle Lerner: Complicated Grief
Holly and Eva chat with Michelle Lerner, author of Ring, about defining and treating complicated grief, living with irreparable damage, and finding healing in nature.
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January 23, 2026 at 3:56 PM
Such an interesting episode!
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Stay warm & indoors with more than 130 submissions opportunities featured in this week's roundup! Plus, get inspired by the animals around you in our bonus inspiration prompt.
#writers #writingcommunity #submissionopps
#writers #writingcommunity #submissionopps
Where to Submit Roundup: January 23, 2026
Get inspired and find a home for your work with our weekly roundup of submissions opportunities for the week of January 23, 2026.
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January 23, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Stay warm & indoors with more than 130 submissions opportunities featured in this week's roundup! Plus, get inspired by the animals around you in our bonus inspiration prompt.
#writers #writingcommunity #submissionopps
#writers #writingcommunity #submissionopps
Maybe authors don’t have to be too scared of AI?!?! Don’t miss this great conversation on The Long Road to Publishing with Lincoln Michel about writing weird things, AI in publishing, and how he creates a sustainable creative life.
#writingcommunity #publishing
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#writingcommunity #publishing
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January 23, 2026 at 2:28 PM
Maybe authors don’t have to be too scared of AI?!?! Don’t miss this great conversation on The Long Road to Publishing with Lincoln Michel about writing weird things, AI in publishing, and how he creates a sustainable creative life.
#writingcommunity #publishing
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#writingcommunity #publishing
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Student-run Qua Literary & Fine Arts Magazine is accepting fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, visual art, & photography from Michigan residents for their Winter 2026 issue. No reading fee! Deadline to submit is February 22.
#writers #callforsubmissions
#writers #callforsubmissions
Qua Magazine Seeks Submissions for Winter Semester 2026 Issue
QUA Literary & Fine Arts Magazine at UM-Flint is accepting submissions for its Winter 2026 issue! Open to Michigan residents only.
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January 23, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Student-run Qua Literary & Fine Arts Magazine is accepting fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, visual art, & photography from Michigan residents for their Winter 2026 issue. No reading fee! Deadline to submit is February 22.
#writers #callforsubmissions
#writers #callforsubmissions