A Brief Introduction
Ever since I can remember, I have wanted to be a writer. I know this sounds like a tired cliché (If I had a nickel for every indie author who…), but it’s the God’s honest truth. When other little girls were outside jumping rope or playing with Barbie dolls, I was sewing together the binding on the books I wrote and illustrated using a novel-making kit that my aunt had given me as a birthday gift one year. Instead of going to the movies with friends or sneaking out to parties, I spent much of high school curled up in my bed with a good book or scrawling poetry into a journal.
Storytelling is in my blood. It’s who I am. And for the first time in my life, I finally feel ready to share those stories with the world.
So, Who Exactly is K.T. Carlisle?
One of the hardest parts of being a writer is establishing a genuine connection with your readers. This becomes even more difficult when you hide behind a pseudonym, are a socially awkward introvert, and possess precisely the same level of notoriety as a glass of skim milk. But while I might not be as fancy and famous as the likes of Stephen King or Freida McFadden, I’ve done a lot in my ten-year career as a writer that may come as a surprise.
I Worked at a Literary Agency in Manhattan
A few years after graduating from Rowan University, I interned at a literary agency in New York City where I was responsible for managing the submissions process. Even though it paid next to nothing and required me to spend hours stuck in a miserable commute, it remains the best job I ever had.
During my brief stint at the agency, I had the opportunity to interact with authors who I never dreamed would give me the time of day (it turns out that they’re just normal people like you and me), and I was privileged enough to read through some incredible manuscripts (as well as some terrible ones). In fact, my favorite book is one that I received at the submission desk titled, Maybe Alexandra in the Terminal of Dream. It was never published, which in itself was an important lesson for me about the competitive nature of the publishing industry. Even the books you truly love from authors who are far more talented than you are may never make the cut.
I’ve Been Published Many Times Under Many Names
Speaking of being published, my writing has been featured in many publications over the years (though you’ll never see my name attached to any articles). As a ghostwriter, I’ve worked closely with many prominent figures — mostly within the tech industry in Silicon Valley — to help convey their stories to their target audience. From Forbes and Entrepreneur to VentureBeat and Inc.com, I’ve been published in so many places, it’s likely you’re already familiar with my work — you just didn’t realize it was me.
I Started My Own Writing Company Before I Turned 30
After spending time as a copywriter at various ad agencies throughout the country, I decided to take a chance on myself and start my own freelance writing company. Within a year, I tripled my salary and was able to serve clients all over the United States. Since starting the company, I’ve produced thousands of web pages, blogs, and news articles — all of which are published in various websites and online newspapers. In fact, the flexibility of owning this business is what affords me the opportunity to work on my true passion: writing murder mysteries!
At the End of the Day, I’m Just Another Indie Author
While I think it’s important for you to have an understanding of my experience as a writer, I realize these things don’t really matter. As a reader, I don’t care about whether the author of the book I love has been previously published. I don’t give a damn about their educational background or what awards they’ve won. All that matters to me is that their story is compelling, and that’s exactly what I hope to give to you: An interesting story that keeps you coming back for more.
As I continue to figure out how to make that happen, I’ll be using this blog to share my journey into the world of publishing, offering my insights about the mystery writing process as I go. For fellow aspiring authors, I hope this will be a helpful resource to you as you continue to hone your craft. For readers, I hope this blog will help you better understand me not only as a writer, but as a person.
A Brief Introduction
Ever since I can remember, I have wanted to be a writer. I know this sounds like a tired cliché (If I had a nickel for every indie author who…), but it’s the God’s honest truth. When other little girls were outside jumping rope or playing with Barbie dolls, I was sewing together the binding on the books I wrote and illustrated using a novel-making kit that my aunt had given me as a birthday gift one year. Instead of going to the movies with friends or sneaking out to parties, I spent much of high school curled up in my bed with a good book or scrawling poetry into a journal.
Storytelling is in my blood. It’s who I am. And for the first time in my life, I finally feel ready to share those stories with the world.
So, Who Exactly is K.T. Carlisle?
One of the hardest parts of being a writer is establishing a genuine connection with your readers. This becomes even more difficult when you hide behind a pseudonym, are a socially awkward introvert, and possess precisely the same level of notoriety as a glass of skim milk. But while I might not be as fancy and famous as the likes of Stephen King or Freida McFadden, I’ve done a lot in my ten-year career as a writer that may come as a surprise.
I Worked at a Literary Agency in Manhattan
A few years after graduating from Rowan University, I interned at a literary agency in New York City where I was responsible for managing the submissions process. Even though it paid next to nothing and required me to spend hours stuck in a miserable commute, it remains the best job I ever had.
During my brief stint at the agency, I had the opportunity to interact with authors who I never dreamed would give me the time of day (it turns out that they’re just normal people like you and me), and I was privileged enough to read through some incredible manuscripts (as well as some terrible ones). In fact, my favorite book is one that I received at the submission desk titled, Maybe Alexandra in the Terminal of Dream. It was never published, which in itself was an important lesson for me about the competitive nature of the publishing industry. Even the books you truly love from authors who are far more talented than you are may never make the cut.
I’ve Been Published Many Times Under Many Names
Speaking of being published, my writing has been featured in many publications over the years (though you’ll never see my name attached to any articles). As a ghostwriter, I’ve worked closely with many prominent figures — mostly within the tech industry in Silicon Valley — to help convey their stories to their target audience. From Forbes and Entrepreneur to VentureBeat and Inc.com, I’ve been published in so many places, it’s likely you’re already familiar with my work — you just didn’t realize it was me.
I Started My Own Writing Company Before I Turned 30
After spending time as a copywriter at various ad agencies throughout the country, I decided to take a chance on myself and start my own freelance writing company. Within a year, I tripled my salary and was able to serve clients all over the United States. Since starting the company, I’ve produced thousands of web pages, blogs, and news articles — all of which are published in various websites and online newspapers. In fact, the flexibility of owning this business is what affords me the opportunity to work on my true passion: writing murder mysteries!
At the End of the Day, I’m Just Another Indie Author
While I think it’s important for you to have an understanding of my experience as a writer, I realize these things don’t really matter. As a reader, I don’t care about whether the author of the book I love has been previously published. I don’t give a damn about their educational background or what awards they’ve won. All that matters to me is that their story is compelling, and that’s exactly what I hope to give to you: An interesting story that keeps you coming back for more.
As I continue to figure out how to make that happen, I’ll be using this blog to share my journey into the world of publishing, offering my insights about the mystery writing process as I go. For fellow aspiring authors, I hope this will be a helpful resource to you as you continue to hone your craft. For readers, I hope this blog will help you better understand me not only as a writer, but as a person.
A Brief Introduction
Ever since I can remember, I have wanted to be a writer. I know this sounds like a tired cliché (If I had a nickel for every indie author who…), but it’s the God’s honest truth. When other little girls were outside jumping rope or playing with Barbie dolls, I was sewing together the binding on the books I wrote and illustrated using a novel-making kit that my aunt had given me as a birthday gift one year. Instead of going to the movies with friends or sneaking out to parties, I spent much of high school curled up in my bed with a good book or scrawling poetry into a journal.
Storytelling is in my blood. It’s who I am. And for the first time in my life, I finally feel ready to share those stories with the world.
So, Who Exactly is K.T. Carlisle?
One of the hardest parts of being a writer is establishing a genuine connection with your readers. This becomes even more difficult when you hide behind a pseudonym, are a socially awkward introvert, and possess precisely the same level of notoriety as a glass of skim milk. But while I might not be as fancy and famous as the likes of Stephen King or Freida McFadden, I’ve done a lot in my ten-year career as a writer that may come as a surprise.
I Worked at a Literary Agency in Manhattan
A few years after graduating from Rowan University, I interned at a literary agency in New York City where I was responsible for managing the submissions process. Even though it paid next to nothing and required me to spend hours stuck in a miserable commute, it remains the best job I ever had.
During my brief stint at the agency, I had the opportunity to interact with authors who I never dreamed would give me the time of day (it turns out that they’re just normal people like you and me), and I was privileged enough to read through some incredible manuscripts (as well as some terrible ones). In fact, my favorite book is one that I received at the submission desk titled, Maybe Alexandra in the Terminal of Dream. It was never published, which in itself was an important lesson for me about the competitive nature of the publishing industry. Even the books you truly love from authors who are far more talented than you are may never make the cut.
I’ve Been Published Many Times Under Many Names
Speaking of being published, my writing has been featured in many publications over the years (though you’ll never see my name attached to any articles). As a ghostwriter, I’ve worked closely with many prominent figures — mostly within the tech industry in Silicon Valley — to help convey their stories to their target audience. From Forbes and Entrepreneur to VentureBeat and Inc.com, I’ve been published in so many places, it’s likely you’re already familiar with my work — you just didn’t realize it was me.
I Started My Own Writing Company Before I Turned 30
After spending time as a copywriter at various ad agencies throughout the country, I decided to take a chance on myself and start my own freelance writing company. Within a year, I tripled my salary and was able to serve clients all over the United States. Since starting the company, I’ve produced thousands of web pages, blogs, and news articles — all of which are published in various websites and online newspapers. In fact, the flexibility of owning this business is what affords me the opportunity to work on my true passion: writing murder mysteries!
At the End of the Day, I’m Just Another Indie Author
While I think it’s important for you to have an understanding of my experience as a writer, I realize these things don’t really matter. As a reader, I don’t care about whether the author of the book I love has been previously published. I don’t give a damn about their educational background or what awards they’ve won. All that matters to me is that their story is compelling, and that’s exactly what I hope to give to you: An interesting story that keeps you coming back for more.
As I continue to figure out how to make that happen, I’ll be using this blog to share my journey into the world of publishing, offering my insights about the mystery writing process as I go. For fellow aspiring authors, I hope this will be a helpful resource to you as you continue to hone your craft. For readers, I hope this blog will help you better understand me not only as a writer, but as a person.
