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:
Episode 66: Decisions, Decisions
(Mini-Episode) When you have multiple ideas, how do you decide which one to work on? And how do you avoid bouncing back and forth, spinning your wheels? D.C. and Avery discuss. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 066 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio: More episodes here: … Continue reading Episode 66: Decisions, Decisions
Episode 65: When Your Plot Goes Sideways
(Mini-Episode) Avery and D.C. discuss what happens when your book's plot takes an unexpected turn while drafting. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 065 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio: More episodes here: Episode Archive Find us online:
Episode 64: The Neverending Draft
(Mini-Episode) Avery and D.C. chat about what it's like to write the same "book of your heart" for years, as well as discussing how it can help you as a writer to move on to another project for a while. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 064 (to download, right-click the Download button and … Continue reading Episode 64: The Neverending Draft
Episode 63: NaNoWriMo!
Let's talk about NaNoWriMo! We'll chat about NaNoWriMoFOMO, how to decide if NaNoWriMo is for you, and our best tips for surviving the month. Items mentioned: The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches, by Sangu Mandanna NaNoWriMo.org “Blood, Sweat & Tears” challenge shot .5 oz 100% Cranberry .5 oz Vodka .5 oz Vinegar Espresso Martini … Continue reading Episode 63: NaNoWriMo!
Episode 62: Crafting Characters
(Mini-Episode) D.C. and Avery discuss their techniques and processes when creating new characters. Mentioned: Character Development Worksheet Writing Thesaurus Books by Angela Ackerman and Becca Puglisi Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 062 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio: More episodes here: Episode Archive Find us online:
Episode 61: K.D Edwards Interview
We chat with author K.D. Edwards about his book series, The Tarot Sequence. We also discuss how to approach writing fight scenes, what it's like to write a clairvoyant character, hybrid publishing, his relationship with his readers, and more! Items Mentioned: K.D. Edwards Website Rainbow Crate Pre-Order The Eidolon Drink Recipes: Ciaran's Color-Changing Glitter Bomb, Part … Continue reading Episode 61: K.D Edwards Interview
Episode 60: When Side Characters Take Over
(Mini-Episode) What do you do when a side character tries to steal center stage? We discuss our thoughts and tricks. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 060 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio: More episodes here: Episode Archive Find us online:
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