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| 314. Busting the Social Media Myth with Annie Sklaver Orenstein | 27 févr. 2025 | 00:24:51 | |
Researcher and author Annie Sklaver Orenstein talks about her publishing journey, the urban legend of social media followings, and why you can still get published without them. ▬ Visit Annie's website and get a copy of her book: Follow her socials: | |||
| 313. Beyond the Hero's Journey with Stacey Simmons | 20 févr. 2025 | 00:24:40 | |
Psychotherapist and author Stacey Simmons talks about hero's journey versus the queen's path, their impacts on modern-day literature, and which one you should be using in your story. ▬ Check out Stacey's website: Grab a copy of her book: Follow Stacey on her socials: | |||
| 312. How I Became a Traditionally Published Author with Suja Sukumar | 13 févr. 2025 | 00:29:16 | |
Author and physician Suja Sukumar talks about her experiences being traditionally published, what the journey entailed, and gives tips on how to do it yourself. ▬ Visit Suja's website: Grab a copy of her books: Follow Suja on her socials: | |||
| 311. The Art of Subtext with Sue Mell | 06 févr. 2025 | 00:24:38 | |
Award-winning author Sue Mell joins the podcast to discuss the how she has used subtext in her writing, why it's important, and how you can use it to further your story. ▬ Visit Sue's website: | |||
| 310. Using Your Own Platform to Sell Your Books with L.C. Son | 30 janv. 2025 | 00:26:45 | |
Award-winning and bestselling author L.C. Son discusses using your own platform to sell your books versus Amazon, the pros and cons, and gives tips on how to make it work for you! | |||
| 309. Pace and Don't Race Your Story with Lola Reid Allin | 23 janv. 2025 | 00:25:43 | |
Author and pilot Lola Reid Allin discusses writing the story of your life, how to and not to structure it, and the importance of pacing your novel. | |||
| 308. Memoirs and the Principles You Should Know with Wendy Dale | 16 janv. 2025 | 00:26:51 | |
Author and memoir writing teacher Wendy Dale discusses the important steps in writing a memoir, the exceptions to "show don't tell," and why you should beware of online tips. | |||
| 307. Worldbuilding, Why You Should Do it, and How, with D.J. Williams | 09 janv. 2025 | 00:32:04 | |
Author and producer D.J. Williams discusses worldbuilding, how he has implemented it into his books, and why you should put it in yours, as well as some additional tips for writers in this extended episode of Writing and Editing. | |||
| 306. Your Guide to Getting Your Books in Libraries with Eric Simmons | 02 janv. 2025 | 00:35:08 | |
Author and ESE CEO Eric Simmons discusses the importance of getting your books into libraries, the steps to take in this pursuit, and tips on bettering your chances of getting sales in this special extended episode to kick off the new year!
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| 305. How to Add Humor to Your Writing with C.J. Spataro | 29 déc. 2024 | 00:26:25 | |
Author and professor C.J. Spataro discusses how to create a book that's funny, including how not to write characters, where the humor could be falling flat, and much more in a special bonus episode before the year is out! Happy Holidays! | |||
| 304. How to Write Historical Thrillers with Sarah Raughley | 26 déc. 2024 | 00:26:52 | |
Author Sarah Raughley discusses all things historical thriller, from creating compelling narratives to keeping suspense, and just how historically accurate you should be. | |||
| 303. Writing With Honesty with Anna Moore | 19 déc. 2024 | 00:23:52 | |
Author Anna Moore shares the importance of writing with honesty, what exactly that means, and how it can enhance your story. | |||
| 302. Experimental Prose in Memoir with Jennifer Lang | 12 déc. 2024 | 00:23:31 | |
Author and yogi Jennifer Lang talks about experimental prose, how to use it in memoir, and why it gives you more freedom in telling your story. | |||
| 301. How to Conduct Research for Your Historical Fiction | 06 déc. 2024 | 00:26:16 | |
Author and self-described historian Leah Lindeman discusses what to research, what resources to use, and what not to do when writing historical fiction. | |||
| 300. How to Nourish Your Body for Productivity with Molly Lupo | 27 nov. 2024 | 00:21:48 | |
Dr. Molly Lupo talks about the importance of nutrition, how it can vary based on our daily activities, and what you can begin doing to keep your energy up. | |||
| 299. What to Look for When Hiring a Cover Designer with Rachel Rosen | 25 nov. 2024 | 00:24:30 | |
Author and cover designer Rachel Rosen discusses the importance of a good cover design, the dos and don'ts when it comes to covers, and the benefits of hiring a cover designer. | |||
| 298. How to Write a Fairy Tale Retelling with Kalynn Bayron | 21 nov. 2024 | 00:25:34 | |
Bestselling author Kalynn Bayron discusses fairy tale retellings, how they are different from reimaginings, and what is most important for writers to do before taking them on. | |||
| 297. How to Find Work Life Balance as an Author with Alyssa Hazel | 18 nov. 2024 | 00:24:11 | |
Author Alyssa Hazel is here to give you tips on how to create work-life balance as an author and how your goals will impact your writing journey. | |||
| 296. How to Plan a Successful Book Launch with Danielle Mendoza | 14 nov. 2024 | 00:26:56 | |
Bestselling author and podcast host Danielle Mendoza talks about the best places for a book launch, the details you need to consider, and insider tips about how to make it a success. | |||
| 295. Why You Should Join an Online Writing Community with Ian Craven | 11 nov. 2024 | 00:23:35 | |
Author and publicist Ian Craven discusses online writing communities, networking within the industry, and how you can improve your own writing in a group. | |||
| 294. Are Book Tours Worth It? With Richie Billing | 07 nov. 2024 | 00:26:52 | |
Author and podcaster Richie Billing is back talking about book tours, what they involve, how much they cost, and what you could possibly do instead. | |||
| 293. How to Write a Second Chance Romance with T.I. Lowe | 31 oct. 2024 | 00:24:40 | |
Bestselling author T.I. Lowe talks all things second chance romance, from establishing the characters, to balancing heavy plotlines with lighthearted moments, to that one aspect she says is most important to focus on. | |||
| 292. When Life Imitates Art with Bryan VanDyke | 24 oct. 2024 | 00:26:09 | |
Author and digital strategist Bryan VanDyke discusses what it's like when real life resembles plot, how that can change readers' perceptions of the story, and details his own experiences of life imitating art in his book In Our Likeness. | |||
| 291. Writing About Family Secrets with Ava Morgyn | 22 oct. 2024 | 00:25:49 | |
Author Ava Morgyn discusses writing family secrets into the plot of your story, how they take on new life, and why readers love them. | |||
| 290. Music Industry Tips for Book Marketing with Ari Rosenschein | 17 oct. 2024 | 00:24:48 | |
Author and musician Ari Rosenschein is back to talk about the parallels between publishing and the music industry, and gives unique tips on how you can market your book! | |||
| 289. Ethical Storytelling with Dante Terese | 14 oct. 2024 | 00:23:28 | |
Author Dante Terese talks about what ethical storytelling means, the uses of "good versus evil" in narratives, and the difference in writing heroes and villains. | |||
| 288. Environmental Themes in Literature with Kate Brandes | 10 oct. 2024 | 00:23:48 | |
Author and geologist Kate Brandes discusses creative writing from a scientist's perspective, the current trend of environmental literature, and why community is still at the heart of the genre. | |||
| 287. How to Be an Authortunist with Angela Yuriko Smith | 03 oct. 2024 | 00:25:39 | |
Award-winning poet, author, and publisher Angela Yuriko Smith discusses how to find unique opportunities writers might not have realized existed and how to use them to enhance your publishing journey. | |||
| 286. Writing Short Stories to a Theme with Patrick Barb | 26 sept. 2024 | 00:27:41 | |
Author and editor Patrick Barb tells listeners what goes into making a collection or anthology around a theme, how to assemble short stories thematically, and the dos and don'ts of writing to a theme. | |||
| 285. Myths, Fairy Tales, and Memoir with Elisabeth Sharp McKetta | 23 sept. 2024 | 00:25:04 | |
Author and professor Elisabeth Sharp McKetta discusses how to create memoir using fairy tale, why you should do it, and how to give yourself space to be creative with your truth. | |||
| 284. How to Start Your Novel with Donna Levin | 19 sept. 2024 | 00:20:08 | |
Author and teacher Donna Levin talks about advice for beginning your book, what it means to "just write," and gives tips for getting to the end of that first draft. | |||
| 283. Is Formal Writing Training Necessary for Writing Success? With Paul Brooks | 12 sept. 2024 | 00:25:43 | |
Author and Page Turnerz host Paul Brooks talks about whether formal training for writers is necessary and how you can kickstart your writing on your own time. | |||
| 282. Editing for EFL Writers with Mekiya Outini | 05 sept. 2024 | 00:24:32 | |
Award-winning author and editor Mekiya Outini discusses the differences in editing for EFL writers, why editing should be a collaborative effort, and also gives advice on how to improve your language across all facets of life. | |||
| 281. Reasons to Join a Writing Group with Tiffany Aurora | 29 août 2024 | 00:23:57 | |
Author Tiffany Aurora discusses the differences between a writing group and a critique group, the benefits of a writing group, and what you should do to find one. | |||
| 280. Creating Characters Who Inspire with DiAnn Mills | 22 août 2024 | 00:25:14 | |
Author DiAnn Mills explains the importance of fleshed-out characters and character flaws, and how to create a compelling narrative journey that leaves the audience feeling optimistic. | |||
| 279. Writing Middle Grade Fiction with Polly Holyoke | 15 août 2024 | 00:24:47 | |
Author and teacher Polly Holyoke talks about what middle grade fiction is, how to successfully develop a middle grade story, and why it is so important for younger audiences. | |||
| 278. What is Flash Fiction? With Veronica Klash | 08 août 2024 | 00:24:56 | |
Author and editor Veronica Klash talks about what is flash fiction, its importance, and how flash fiction can improve your writing skills. | |||
| 277. The Importance of Vulnerability in Memoir with Christopher Morris | 01 août 2024 | 00:24:01 | |
Author Christopher Morris discusses his memoir We Are All Made of Scars, and the benefits and challenges of writing memoir. | |||
| 276. How to Turn Your Book into a Movement with Jennifer Jane Young | 25 juil. 2024 | 00:25:14 | |
Author and life coach Jennifer Jane Young discusses how she created a movement, what a movement is, and how you can make your book into its own movement. Since 2011, Jenn’s leadership roles have spanned several continents, from leading a community of 5,000 entrepreneurs for the International Trade Centre as a United Nations Consultant to advising startups and multi-million dollar businesses. Jenn is the Founder of the School of Intuitive Leadership, a hub and online community where heart-centred, impact-driven entrepreneurs learn to embrace their intuitive wisdom, experiencing deeper transformation, alignment, and growth in their path towards success. Through her workshops, talks, and her signature podcast, “Finding your Flow”, Jenn has helped global entrepreneurs change the paradigm in how they lead their lives & business. Today, Jenn is living her dream life between Mexico and the Canadian countryside, with her two rescue dogs Bailey and Johnny. https://jenniferjaneyoung.com/ https://jenniferjaneyoung.com/store/ https://jenniferjaneyoung.substack.com/ | |||
| 275. What to Know About RARE with Frankie Diane Mallis | 18 juil. 2024 | 00:24:32 | |
Author Frankie Diane Mallis discusses the worldwide reader event RARE, what you can expect from these events, and some unexpected discoveries you can make while attending. | |||
| 274. Keeping Up the Pace with Ryan Steck | 11 juil. 2024 | 00:24:47 | |
Author and Book Spy Ryan Steck discusses pacing, how it has evolved, and gives tips on how to set the best pace for your book. | |||
| 273. Writing Dystopian Fiction with Liz Shipton | 04 juil. 2024 | 00:24:18 | |
Author and pirate Liz Shipton discusses writing dystopian fiction, the tropes embedded within the genre, and why readers still enjoy it. | |||
| 272. How to Bring Your Setting to Life with Cheryl Grey Bostrom | 27 juin 2024 | 00:23:39 | |
Author and photographer Cheryl Grey Bostrom discusses how to write setting without cliches and the effects of characters on setting. | |||
| 271. How to Strive for Excellence in Your Storytelling with Steven James | 20 juin 2024 | 00:20:56 | |
Bestselling author Steven James discusses his insights on storytelling, structure, and the craft of writing. | |||
| 270. Working with a Small Press with Ari Rosenschein | 13 juin 2024 | 00:23:38 | |
Author and musician Ari Rosenschein discusses the pros, cons, and fun facts about working with a small press that can help your writing journey. | |||
| 269. How to Write About a Music Scene with Jean Burgess | 06 juin 2024 | 00:23:36 | |
Author Jean Burgess discusses how to incorporate music into your book, what research goes into it, and reveals a few secrets about her book That Summer She Found Her Voice along the way. | |||
| 268. Writing With Inclusion with Tonya Todd | 30 mai 2024 | 00:27:00 | |
Author, actress, and activist Tonya Todd talks about how to write with inclusivity, include it in your work, and how it can affect the readers' experience. | |||
| 267. How to Write About an Iconic Historical Figure with Phil Gramlich | 23 mai 2024 | 00:22:40 | |
Podcaster, travel agent, and author Phil Gramlich discusses his book Walt & His Park, and tips on how he wrote about the famed figure. | |||
| 266. The Specificity of Language with Eli Burnstein | 16 mai 2024 | 00:23:15 | |
Author Eli Burnstein discusses the nuances of language and how he dives into the details in his new book Dictionary of Fine Distinctions. | |||
| 265. Event Review: AwesomeCon with Kenton Kilgore and Taylor Gonzales | 09 mai 2024 | 00:24:32 | |
Author Kenton Kilgore, Jennia, and her PA Taylor Gonzales review the highs and lows of D.C.'s AwesomeCon from both a vendor and attendee perspective. | |||