In which Avery and D.C. discuss the harm in comparing yourself to other writers, and how they combat those creeping doubts. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 092 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio:
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 89: Unreliable Narrators
Avery and D.C. discuss our favorite and least favorite unreliable narrators, tips for writing one, and some possible pitfalls. Drink Pairing: "Dirty Martini" - Daiquiri in Disguise 2oz Light Rum 1oz Lime Juice 1oz Simple Syrup 2 green olives (for garnish) Shake all except olives with ice in cocktail shaker. Double-strain into a coupe or … Continue reading Episode 89: Unreliable Narrators
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 86: When Each Draft Gets Harder
Sometimes as your writing skills level up, it can become harder and harder to write that first draft of new projects. Avery and D.C. discuss this dilemma and how they've worked to solve it. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 086 (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!
Episode 83: Making Promises
What does it mean to make promises in your book, and how does that differ from foreshadowing? In this episode, D.C. and Avery discuss both. Drink Pairing: Pinky Promise 2oz Gin 2-3 Strawberries (muddled) 2 chunks (1-inch-ish cubes) Watermelon (muddled) 4-5 Leaves Basil .5oz Simple Syrup 1oz Lemon Juice Muddle strawberries and watermelon in the … Continue reading Episode 83: Making Promises
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