Page Fright
Hosted by authors Sydney Kain (Our Love Language is Murder: coming Feb 2027), and Liza Petrov (Pre-Query). PAGE FRIGHT follows the journey of Sydney and Liza as they find their place in the literary world. Each week they offer a unique take on the ins and outs of the publishing industry, discuss craft and the vulnerability it takes to be a writer, and they answer questions from fans. New episodes every Tuesday.
Page Fright
Latest Episodes
What Agents Are Looking For Right Now
Go behind the scenes of a publishing conference, and learn the kind of industry advice agents are actually giving writers right now. From contracts and the business side of publishing to how you can query a book that doesn't fit neatly on the g...
Genre Rules & Why You're Still Stuck In the Query Trenches
Sydney and Liza are back with a no-fluff episode that digs into the real rules behind bestselling genres—and why breaking them can make or break a book. If you’ve ever wondered what actually makes a thriller feel thrilling, why romance readers ...
Why Most Writers Get Rejected: And How to Bounce Back Stronger
Most writers face harsh rejections and industry surprises — but what happens after those low points? In this eye-opening episode, Sydney and Liza reveal their own struggles with doubt, delays, and even near quitting — and how they kept writing ...
From Almost Quitting to a Deal with a Big Five Publisher - Heather Frances Talks All Things "Catch Me If You Can"
Most authors dream of that perfect debut — a catchy premise, a passionate community, a major publisher, and instant bestseller status. Heather Frances just achieved a version of that dream with Chase Me If You Can, a hilarious and heartwarming ...
Should Authors Criticize Other Authors?
Most writers get trapped in the cycle of chasing the "perfect" advice, but what if the secret to authentic storytelling is actually ignoring all the so-called rules? In this episode, Liza and Sydney rip apart the myth that success come...
