It's aliiiive! In this episode, we discuss how to bring your stale, lifeless writing back from the dead by swapping out the verb "was" for more varied phrasing, and embellish this week's writing snippet with silliness. Books mentioned in this episode: The Secret History, Donna Tartt Angela's Ashes, Frank McCourt Rosemary and Rue, Seanan McGuire … Continue reading Episode 6: Was-ing the Was-es Part 2
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Episode 5: Was-ing the Was-es Part 1
Let's get rid of some was-es! In this episode, the task of revising passive voice drives both D.C. and Avery to their editing limits (while sharing a good laugh).So what is Passive Voice, exactly? When is it bad, and (hot take) when is it sometimes a GOOD thing? We polish up a sample of Avery's … Continue reading Episode 5: Was-ing the Was-es Part 1
Episode 3: Setting a Scene
D.C. and Avery discuss the techniques we use to set a scene, including D.C.'s "lizard in a box" theory on character and setting. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 003 (To download, right-click on the Download button, then choose "Save Link As") Streaming Audio: Episode 3 Cocktails: Smoked Salted Caramel Martini: For Salt foam … Continue reading Episode 3: Setting a Scene
Episode 2: Ye Olde Show Don’t Tell
Avery and D.C. discuss the classic writing advice "Show, Don't Tell" while revising an old snippet of Avery's writing and enjoying some old-fashioned cocktails. Plus, everything is better with pizza. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 002 (To download, right-click on the Download button, then choose "Save Link As") Streaming Audio: Episode 2 Cocktail: … Continue reading Episode 2: Ye Olde Show Don’t Tell
Episode 1: Holy Adverbs, Batman!
We've all heard the warning about too many adverbs, but they're not always a cardinal writing sin. In our inaugural episode, D.C. and Avery will share a drink and revise an old snippet of Avery's writing with an eye on adverbs. Which ones can stay and which can be tweaked? Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download … Continue reading Episode 1: Holy Adverbs, Batman!
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