Podcast artwork thumbnail for Midwest Writers Room

Midwest Writers Room

Booking Overview

This interview-led writers podcast focuses on writing and the Midwest literary community, regularly featuring authors, publishers, publicity professionals, and other people working in or adjacent to the book world. Credible pitches include authors with distinctive regional or personal stories, publishing and PR experts, literary-event organizers, and writing-industry practitioners; booking difficulty is likely low because recent guests are primarily accessible professionals rather than major celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 157

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 144 subscribers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

luellaschmidt@gmail.com

christa.bruhn@gmail.com

kim@redoakwriting.com

Looking for the right person? Join Podseeker to find direct host and producer contacts and manage your podcast outreach.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Authors, independent publishers, literary entrepreneurs, publicists, speakers, and community organizers with practical experience or a distinctive personal or regional writing story.
Required Achievements:  
Published books, Founded publishing or literary organizations, Built writing communities, Created literary events or author-support services

Recent Guest Discussions

Patrick O'Donnell - Memoir Writing, Police Stories, Crime Writing, Independent Publishing, And The Personal Realities Behind A Law-enforcement Career.

Hannah Larrew - Publicity For Authors And Creatives, Media Relations, Strategic Storytelling, And Connecting Creative Work With Audiences.

Evelyn Rainey - Publishing, Authorship, Religious And Cross-tradition Scholarship, Ministry, And Dyslexia-friendly Editions.

Jamie Wolf - Memoir, Healing After Abuse, Writing For Social Change, Literary Communities, And Inclusive Reader-writer Events.

Steven Strackbein - Independent Publishing, Speculative Fiction, Manuscript Production, And Supporting Authors Transitioning From Self-publishing Or Traditional Publishing.

Recent Topics

Writing, Publishing, Authors, Literature, Midwest

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Midwest Writers Room
:

Season 4, Ep. 18 - Kristin Mitchell, October 2026

October 12, 2026

BIO:Kristin is the founder and publisher of Little Creek Press. After nearly two decades in graphic design, she founded LCP and spent the next 14 years running both her publishing company and Kristin Mitchell Design before turning her full focus to publishing. Today, she brings more than three decades of creative experience to helping authors turn manuscripts into professionally published books. Kristin is passionate about championing Wisconsin writers, building connections within the literar...

Chapter Break with Kristen Alger

October 09, 2026

BIO:Originally from Alabama, Kristen Alger’s connection to the Midwest is through marriage, dating back to the first settlers of Door County. After a decade enjoying the Midwest's landscapes and snow, she now calls the Emerald Coast of Florida home.With a background in mechanical engineering, Spanish, a master's in Public Health, and a decade teaching, Kristen brings an unconventional perspective to her writing.Historical research, genealogy, and photography come together in her lat...

Chapter Break with Catherine Jagoe

September 30, 2026

BIO:Catherine is a writer and translator based in Madison, Wisconsin. She has published ten books and four chapbooks across genres—poetry, criticism, fiction and poetry in translation, and most recently a memoir. Her poetry has aired on National Public Radio’s The Writer’s Almanac and To the Best of Our Knowledge, while her essays have won a Pushcart Prize and a Notable listing in Best American Essays. She is a contributor to Wisconsin Public Radio’s Wisconsin Life audio essay series.SYNOPSIS...

Similar Podcasts

Podcast(s) similar to
Midwest Writers Room
:

Kobo in Conversation · High booking difficulty · 100 - 1,000 listeners

Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Midwest Writers Room
:

How do I get in touch with Midwest Writers Room?

Its publicly listed emails are luellaschmidt@gmail.com, christa.bruhn@gmail.com, and kim@redoakwriting.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Midwest Writers Room?

The publicly listed emails for Midwest Writers Room: luellaschmidt@gmail.com, christa.bruhn@gmail.com, and kim@redoakwriting.com.

How many listeners does Midwest Writers Room have?

Podseeker estimates Midwest Writers Room reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Midwest Writers Room?

Midwest Writers Room typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Authors, independent publishers, literary entrepreneurs, publicists, speakers, and community organizers with practical experience or a distinctive personal or regional writing story. Common among recent guests: Published books; Founded publishing or literary organizations; Built writing communities. Recent guests include Patrick O'Donnell, Hannah Larrew, and Evelyn Rainey.

How hard is it to get booked on Midwest Writers Room?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Midwest Writers Room cover?

Recent episodes cover Writing, Publishing, Authors, Literature, and Midwest. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

luellaschmidt@gmail.com

christa.bruhn@gmail.com

kim@redoakwriting.com

Looking for the right person? Join Podseeker to find direct host and producer contacts and manage your podcast outreach.

Get your clients booked on top podcasts

Try us risk free with a FREE 3 days trial.

Start Your Free Trial

Join hundreds of PR teams using Podseeker to pitch and land bookings