With a lot of writers currently migrating to Instagram from the bird site, we share some of our best tips and tricks for navigating and maximizing Instagram as an author. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 076 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio: More episodes here: Episode … Continue reading Episode 76: Instagram Tips for Authors
Episode 75: Interview with Literary Agent Chelsea Hensley!
Avery and guest host Emily chat with agent Chelsea Hensley of KT Literary. We discuss the ongoing HarperCollins Union strike, our beefs against the Game of Thrones TV show, and the realities of the query trenches from the other side. More information about Chelsea and how to query her can be found here. Emily's Percy … Continue reading Episode 75: Interview with Literary Agent Chelsea Hensley!
Episode 74: Embracing Your Genre
Avery and D.C. discuss how to embrace and celebrate your work's genre instead of fighting it, as well as finding your niche and your audience. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 074 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio: More episodes here: Episode Archive Find us online:
Episode 73: Commissioning Artists
D.C. and Avery discuss the ins and outs of hiring artists for cover art, swag, or children's book illustration. In this episode, they dissect both the business and the creative side of the commissioning process. Mentioned in this Episode: Papyrus Skit from Saturday Night Live ArtStation Writers: How To Credit Illustrators, Blog Post by D.C. … Continue reading Episode 73: Commissioning Artists
Episode 72: Let Me Sum Up.
In a continuation of last week's discussion on scene breaks, we discuss when to use a summary or transition instead, as well as how to trim unnecessary scenes with summaries. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 072 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio: More episodes here: Episode … Continue reading Episode 72: Let Me Sum Up.
Episode 71: Gimme a Break!
D.C. and Avery discuss scene breaks! What they are, how they control pacing, and how we decide where to place one. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 071 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio: More episodes here: Episode Archive Find us online:
Episode 70: Planning Your Book with Plottr
D.C. and Avery welcome author Troy Lambert to the podcast to discuss the writing app Plottr! We chat about all the ways Plottr can help both planners and pantsers, as well as our techniques for revision and some favorite app uses and features. Links: Plottr AppMINOR NOTE: We apologize for a few small audio skips … Continue reading Episode 70: Planning Your Book with Plottr
Episode 69: Revision Roulette!
Avery and D.C. are at the mercy of the roulette wheel as they rapid-fire edit as many snippets as they can in an hour. The wheel also decides Avery's drinks - will she do a shot of balsamic vinegar? Listen to find out. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 069 (to download, right-click the … Continue reading Episode 69: Revision Roulette!
Episode 68: The Dreaded Synopsis
(Mini-Episode) One of the big boss fights of querying is the synopsis. D.C. and Avery discuss what a synopsis is, why it exists, and our best tips for drafting your own. Items Mentioned: Synopsis format: 12pt Times New Roman font, single-spaced, 1-inch margins. When mentioning a character for the first time, write their name in … Continue reading Episode 68: The Dreaded Synopsis
Episode 67: Writing D&D Campaigns
(Mini-Episode) With tabletop gaming's rise in popularity, what tips or tricks should you bring to writing and running your own worlds or campaigns?Mentioned: Character Creation Worksheet Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 067 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio: More episodes here: Episode Archive Find us online:
...and it's writing. 