Laura Carter on Out of Bounds, Writing Burnout & Becoming a Bestselling Sports Romance Author

What does it take to write fifteen novels, build an international readership, and avoid creative burnout? In this episode, bestselling UK romance author **Laura Carter** joins me to discuss her incredible journey from corporate lawyer to full-time author, the inspiration behind her fifteenth novel, *Out of Bounds*, and why embracing change has transformed both her writing career and her life. Known for her heartwarming romantic comedies and sports romances, Laura shares how her love of sport, healthy living, and happily-ever-afters influences every story she writes. We also dive into the realities of publishing, navigating changing market trends, working with multiple publishers, and building a long-term author career. One of the most powerful parts of our conversation is Laura's honest discussion about burnout. She reveals how completely flipping her daily routine—including joining a 5 a.m. writing club—helped her rediscover her creativity, become more productive, and find a healthier balance between work and life. Whether you're a romance reader, an aspiring author, or looking for inspiration to overcome burnout and reignite your creativity, this episode is packed with practical advice and behind-the-scenes insights into the publishing world. In this episode; - Laura Carter's journey from lawyer to bestselling romance author - The inspiration behind her fifteenth novel, *Out of Bounds* - Writing sports romance and romantic comedies - Why sport plays such a big role in her books - Moving from dark romance to rom-coms - Managing multiple publishers and reclaiming publishing rights - Building a successful author brand - How social media and BookTok have changed book marketing - Navigating industry trends and market saturation - Overcoming burnout by completely changing her daily routine - The benefits of joining a 5 a.m. writing club - Using personal experiences to create authentic stories - Advice for aspiring writers on building a sustainable writing career *Out of Bounds* is Laura Carter's fifteenth novel and another irresistible addition to her bestselling collection of romantic comedies and sports romances. Inspired by Laura's passion for sport, healthy living, and heartfelt relationships, the novel delivers humour, chemistry, emotional depth, and plenty of swoon-worthy moments. Subscribe for more conversations with bestselling authors, debut novelists, publishing professionals, and creatives sharing their writing journeys, publishing advice, book recommendations, and behind-the-scenes stories from the world of books.