Award-winning author Debbie Bishop is a multi-genre storyteller, creative director, entertainment executive, and CEO of Angelgate Entertainment. Her newest book, PILLYWIGGIN Awakening: The Complete Story Arc (Books 1–2), is an epic fantasy adventure about hidden fae, imprisoned boys facing impossible odds, and the courage it takes to awaken, survive, and become your own hero. Rooted in her lifelong interest in fantasy, metaphysics, technology, and cinematic storytelling, Bishop’s work explores the power people discover when they stop waiting to be rescued.
With nearly three decades in entertainment, Bishop has built five companies and worked with major studios including Disney, Warner Bros., Paramount, and Universal. A former model and actress who moved behind the camera, she became a creative strategist whose digital campaigns have generated more than 2 billion views for the music industry.
Today, Bishop continues to expand her universe through new media, author-focused programming, and conversations about the future of technology. She recently hosted the AI & Human Roundtable podcast series, leads another storyteller-driven series, and is preparing to showcase original content and amplify creative voices.
Across books, film, comics, technology, and media, her career reflects a rare ability to merge imagination with innovation. To learn more, visit Debbie Bishop’s website.
Why do you write in the genres that you do?
I write in several genres. The stories come in and the genre is set. For instance, my comic book is a fictional story set in real world, science, myth and history. The fantasy, Pillywiggin, also has real world influences, science and tech. My cookbook is also humorous. I like mixing it up.
Do you keep a notebook of ideas?
I do write ideas down in notebooks sometimes.
Do you have a muse?
Not really.
Are you more of a fan of plot-driven stories or character-driven stories?
I like both. I think they are equally important. The character interactions make the plot more interesting.
Fill in the blank: “People will like your book if they like stories about…”
Resilience, courage in fear, becoming your best self, friendships, going through hardships with humor and thriving.
What are your thoughts on typewriters?
I like them. I have used them before – yes I am vintage. But I do prefer computers. It was a pain to white out typos.
Would you rather own a bookstore or run a library?
A bookstore, so we could have events and a mini café.
How do you name your characters?
Sometimes they name themselves, sometimes I need to think and decide. The only time I wrote nonfiction and used real names I got permission first.
What is your favorite website that you use to promote your writing?
I don’t have a favorite.
If Hollywood bought the rights to your book, would you want it to be turned into a movie or series?
Both. Movies and spinoff series.
Who is your dream audiobook narrator?
Will Hahn did a nice job on War Eagles.
How many words or pages do you typically write in one writing session?
I write the whole sequence. I don’t pay attention to counting. The scenes form and I write them down then finesse.
Do you have any writing rituals?
No.
What are your passions/obsessions outside of writing?
Design, art, making videos, gardening, creating things, conversations with friends and loved ones, my podcast by.storytellers, learning.
Have you made any public appearances to promote your book?
A few.
Who would you most want to read your book?
People that would enjoy them.
Who is on your Mt. Rushmore of greatest/inspirational authors?
The first book that I really enjoyed when I was in middle school was Jonathan Livingston Seagull, by Richard Bach, as he went against what everyone thought and followed his heart and succeeded. I like Tyler Engle; he writes non-fiction, Isaac Asimov, and my mom (she is not published but has written all of my life and her writings are good).
Is there a book that somebody gave to you that helped you pave the way to becoming a writer, or is there a book on writing that you recommend all writers read?
Lane Shefter Bishop, Sell Your Story in a Single Sentence.
Have you ever mentored another writer with their writing?
Yes, and she won best screenwriting award in a college competition.
Is there an idea that a non-writer has pitched to you that you have considered writing?
No.
Do you ever use dreams as inspiration for your writing?
Yes.
Are you a big reader? Do you own a large collection of books, or are you more of a borrower?
I read non-fiction. I have quite a few books but generally read research.
Have you ever gone away to work on a piece of writing? If not, where would you go if you could?
Not specifically, but I do take a notebook and a pen with me when I travel.
What is an annoying thing that a non-writer has assumed about writers or the act of writing?
I don’t know.
How do you measure the success of your writing career?
I got the book done.
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