In this episode, D.C. and Avery discuss Inciting Incidents and where to start your story. We also look at some examples from popular media to analyze the difference between the Inciting Incident and the point of no return. Drink Pairing: Elevated "Crown and Peach" Sour 1oz Bourbon 1.5oz Apricot Liqueur .75oz Maple Syrup 1.25oz Lemon … Continue reading Episode 49: Where Should My Book Start?
Episode 48: Plot Hole Repair
(Mini-Episode) So you've found a gaping plot hole in your book - what next? D.C. and Avery discuss their favorite brainstorming techniques and plot hole repair tips. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 048 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio:
Episode 47: Check Yourself
(Mini-Episode) Nobody's perfect, and we all slip up now and then. Sometimes, this can take the form of being judgmental or overbearing with your fellow writer, especially someone who's newer to the craft or to publishing. In this episode, we chat about how sometimes we all need a moment to check ourselves and make sure … Continue reading Episode 47: Check Yourself
Episode 46: Trying New Processes
(Mini-Episode) D.C. and Avery discuss what it's like to try new writing process and experiment to find what works best for you. When is it worth branching out, and when is it worth sticking to what you know? Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 046 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save … Continue reading Episode 46: Trying New Processes
Episode 45: Head-Hopping, POV Breaks, & Omniscient
In this episode, D.C. and Avery talk about head-hopping and point-of-view breaks, as well as discussing how this relates to writing in omniscient point of view. We share a few samples of published authors who use head-hopping in omniscient POV, as well as revising a bit of Avery's writing to eliminate POV breaks in a … Continue reading Episode 45: Head-Hopping, POV Breaks, & Omniscient
Episode 44: Literary Agent Red Flags
(Mini-Episode) They say "a bad agent is worse than no agent" but how can you avoid a bad agent? In this episode, D.C. and Avery discuss some red flags, as well as "yellow flags" that may indicate an otherwise great agent might not be the best fit for your personal career goals. Items mentioned: QueryTracker … Continue reading Episode 44: Literary Agent Red Flags
Episode 43: Reading is Hard
(Mini-Episode) As writers study craft, reading for enjoyment can often become more difficult. In this episode, D.C. and Avery discuss our differing approaches to this subject. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 043 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio:
Episode 42: Building a Writing Habit
(Mini-Episode) D.C. and Avery discuss the benefits of building regular writing habits and how they've both managed to work them into their schedules and lives.Items discussed: The Pomodoro Technique for productivity Forest, a productivity app Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 042 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming … Continue reading Episode 42: Building a Writing Habit
Episode 41: Patricia A. Jackson Interview
We had a blast interviewing the author of Forging a Nightmare about writing horses, our best Ren Faire stories, the Panther Anti-Racist Union, and more! Items mentioned: Bar Cart Bookshelf:Elias Eells crafts cocktails inspired by books. Visit the channel on YouTube or Twitter Panther Anti-Racist Union:A group of young leaders fighting book bans and promoting … Continue reading Episode 41: Patricia A. Jackson Interview
Episode 40: Tips for Underwriters
(Mini-Episode) Many of our episodes focus on ways to tighten and trim your writing, but what if you underwrite? In this episode, D.C. and Avery discuss how to tell if your book is underwritten, and ways to flesh it out more. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 040 (to download, right-click the Download button … Continue reading Episode 40: Tips for Underwriters
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