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: More episodes here: Episode … Continue reading Episode 72: Let Me Sum Up.
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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: More episodes here: Episode Archive Find us online:
Episode 69: Revision Roulette!
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 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 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 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:
Episode 59: YA or Adult?
Avery (now also Amy!) and D.C. discuss the conventions of the Young Adult and Adult age categories in books, and how best to age up or down in your writing voice and style. Items mentioned: Jade City, by Fonda Lee A Dowry of Blood, by S.T. Gibson Leigh Bardugo Holly Black Sarah J. Maas Casey … Continue reading Episode 59: YA or Adult?
Episode 56: Cliffhanger & Open Endings
(Mini-Episode) Avery and D.C. get a bit salty about cliffhangers and open endings. When can they be advantageous, and when can they turn off readers? Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 057 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio: More episodes here: Episode Archive Find us online:
Episode 54: Your Character’s Goals
(Mini-Episode) A conversation on how character goals shape your plot wanders into a discussion about writing characters who think differently than you, and why goals are important to your story. Mentioned: Books by Angela Ackerman and Becca Puglisi: Emotional Wound Thesaurus Positive Trait Thesaurus Negative Trait Thesaurus Emotion Thesaurus Character Development Questions Worksheet Spotify iTunes … Continue reading Episode 54: Your Character’s Goals
Episode 53: What’s in a Name?
(Mini-Episode) How do you name things in your novel, particularly in sci-fi and fantasy? We touch on some resources and share a little nerdy linguistics talk as we chat about how we name people, places, and things. Mentioned: Vulgar: A Fantasy Language Generator Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 053 (to download, right-click the … Continue reading Episode 53: What’s in a Name?
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