One of the most common maladies to strike writers: the dreaded Impostor Syndrome. We discuss what it is, how it affects us, and our best tips to combat it. Questions to ask yourself to combat anxiety: What is the thing you're worried about?(Example for Impostor Syndrome: "that I'm actually a bad writer") What are some … Continue reading Episode 79: Impostor Syndrome
Episode 78: Running a Critique Group
Can't find any critique groups to join? In this episode, we discuss ways to start your own and some best practices for running one.Mentioned: NaNoWriMo Forum AbsoluteWrite Forum Critique Group Rules Template Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 078 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio:
Episode 77: Off the Rails with Bendi Barrett!
In one of our most unhinged episodes, Avery and D.C. sit down with author Bendi Barrett to discuss pen names, writing interactive fiction, the utter satisfaction of tearing dot matrix paper, and the best chapstick flavor. Find out more about Bendi and his work here, or follow him on Twitter. Other items mentioned: Bar Cart … Continue reading Episode 77: Off the Rails with Bendi Barrett!
Episode 76: Instagram Tips for Authors
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:
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:
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:
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:
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
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