Episode 91: Going Pro

Avery and D.C. discuss what it's like to treat your writing like a job and how their writing processes have changed as they pursue author careers. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 091 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio:

Episode 90: Reading As Studying

D.C. and Avery discuss how to read fiction more closely to study craft. We discuss our favorite tricks for dissecting your favorite books, and also the merits of analyzing books you hate. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 090 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio:

Episode 88: Filing Off Serial Numbers

D.C. and Avery discuss the phenomenon of repackaging fanfiction as original work. Is it really as derivative as some say, and how close is too close for comfort when it comes to borrowing characters? Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 088 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio:

Episode 87: Author Bios

D.C. and Avery discuss writing an author bio for your query letter, website, or book jacket copy. What should you include? How do you write a bio without previous publication or credentials? Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 087 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio:

Episode 85: Hear No Evil, See No Evil (Filter Words)

We heard Avery and D.C. discuss filter words on this podcast episode. What are they, and how can they bog down your writing? We revise one of Avery's old excerpts to demonstrate. Drink: "Double Filtered" 1oz Peanut-butter fat-washed rye whiskey(for more on the process, click here) 3oz Cold-brew coffee .5oz maple syrup Stir all with … Continue reading Episode 85: Hear No Evil, See No Evil (Filter Words)

Episode 84: Interview with A.Z. Louise!

D.C. and Avery chat with A.Z. Louise about writing poetry, what it's like writing while neurodivergent, and gush a little about fountain pens. Mentioned in the episode: A.Z. Louise's Website The Submission Grinder Writer Beware Poem by A.Z. Louise: She's Not a Phoenix Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 084 (to download, right-click the … Continue reading Episode 84: Interview with A.Z. Louise!