Avery and D.C. discuss how they decide which book ideas to pursue, and how to decide if an idea is actually worth writing as a novel. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 099 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio:
Episode 98: Doing Research
Avery and D.C. discuss why you need to do research as an author, no matter your genre. We also chat about places to find information and our approaches to research. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 098 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio:
Episode 97: Writing Conferences & Workshops
Avery and D.C. discuss their experiences at conferences and workshops. They'll go over what to expect, where to find them, and how to get the most out of them, as well as outlining the differences between the two. Mentioned in this episode: AWP Writing Conference directory Virtual Bookish Events Weekly Newsletter, by Sarah N. Fisk … Continue reading Episode 97: Writing Conferences & Workshops
Episode 96: Your Author Website
Avery and D.C. discuss author sites: what to include, where to build them, and our best tips and tricks. We also discuss using your site metrics while querying, and take a nostalgic walk through web design trends of a bygone era. Mentioned in this episode:www.RankinBass.com Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 096 (to download, … Continue reading Episode 96: Your Author Website
Episode 95: Hooking Your Reader
Avery and D.C. discuss how to grab a reader's attention with a great opening line and first pages. Mentioned in this episode: American Gods, by Neil Gaiman Dark Places, by Gillian Flynn The Last Tale of the Flower Bride, by Roshani Chokshi One of Us is Lying, by Karen M. McManus The Spear Cuts Through … Continue reading Episode 95: Hooking Your Reader
Episode 94: Titles
What makes a great title? Avery and D.C. explore the topic using some of our favorites as examples, and share a few tips for how we come up with our own. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 094 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio:
Episode 93: Describing Characters
Avery and D.C. review a passage from Avery's old writing and discuss their best tips for describing your characters. Drink recipe: Gold-Flecked Eyes Shot 1oz Goldschlager 1oz Blue Curacao Pour Blue Curacao in shot glass Carefully layer goldschlager on top by pouring slowly over the back of a spoon Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: … Continue reading Episode 93: Describing Characters
Episode 92: Eyes on Your Own Paper
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:
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