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:
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Episode 86: When Each Draft Gets Harder
Sometimes as your writing skills level up, it can become harder and harder to write that first draft of new projects. Avery and D.C. discuss this dilemma and how they've worked to solve it. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 086 (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
Episode 67: Writing D&D Campaigns
(Mini-Episode) With tabletop gaming's rise in popularity, what tips or tricks should you bring to writing and running your own worlds or campaigns?Mentioned: Character Creation Worksheet Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 067 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio:
Episode 66: Decisions, Decisions
(Mini-Episode) When you have multiple ideas, how do you decide which one to work on? And how do you avoid bouncing back and forth, spinning your wheels? D.C. and Avery discuss. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 066 (to download, right-click the Download button and choose "Save File As"). Streaming Audio:
Episode 64: The Neverending Draft
(Mini-Episode) Avery and D.C. chat about what it's like to write the same "book of your heart" for years, as well as discussing how it can help you as a writer to move on to another project for a while. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 064 (to download, right-click the Download button and … Continue reading Episode 64: The Neverending Draft
Episode 63: NaNoWriMo!
Let's talk about NaNoWriMo! We'll chat about NaNoWriMoFOMO, how to decide if NaNoWriMo is for you, and our best tips for surviving the month. Items mentioned: The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches, by Sangu Mandanna NaNoWriMo.org “Blood, Sweat & Tears” challenge shot .5 oz 100% Cranberry .5 oz Vodka .5 oz Vinegar Espresso Martini … Continue reading Episode 63: NaNoWriMo!
Episode 58: Writing When You’re Not Writing
(Mini-Episode) Avery and D.C. discuss the importance of thinking about your story when you're not at the keyboard, and how daydreaming about your characters can keep you motivated and enrich your writing experience. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 058 (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
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