Saturday, April 26, 2025

 Join Us on SATURDAY, MAY 10th

for THE INS & OUTS OF TRAVEL WRITING



Do you dream of turning your travel adventures into stories that transport readers—and maybe even score free trips while you’re at it? For our May WPN Westside Satellite, host Robin Quinn welcomes travel writer Linda Ballou. Her “Lost Angel” travel series blends memoir, destination insights, and soul-stirring storytelling. In this dynamic session, Linda will read from her work, share her favorite writing tips, and reveal her real-world path to becoming a successful travel writer.

What you’ll discover: 

o How Linda carved a niche in the world of travel writing

o What makes a strong travel essay vs. a travel article

o Her behind-the-scenes travel guide and story collections

o Secrets for thriving in today’s travel market

o How photography and podcasts can amplify your reach

o Unexpected ways to earn free or discounted travel

o A can’t-miss travel writing conference—and how to attend for free

o Two fun prompts to spark your travel writing—plus the chance to share your work! 

Bonus: All attendees receive a complimentary Kindle copy of Ballou’s Get Great Trips for Free: Make Travel Writing Work for You.

Guest Bio: Linda Ballou has explored the wild by raft, kayak, and horseback across the globe. Her books—Lost Angel Walkabout, Lost Angel in Paradise, and Lost Angel Unleashed—offer unforgettable travel stories and tips. She’s also the host of the Lost Angel Travel Adventures podcast. www.lindaballouauthor.com/

Host Bio: Robin Quinn is a longtime editor, ghostwriter, and award-winning media consultant. She leads the WPN Westside Satellite and has interviewed dozens of experts in the writing and publishing world. www.writingandediting.biz/

 

Grab your coffee and come prepared to journey through words!

RSVP at the Writers & Publishers Network:

https://writersandpublishersnetwork.com/


P.S. Robin will be at the WPN Booth (Booth 200) at the LA Times Festival of Books on Saturday, April 26, from 8:30 to 1 pm. Stop by, say hello and discover what the Writers & Publishers Network is all about!