(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
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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
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 37: Inspiration or Copying?
In which a discussion about how you can't copyright tropes leads to Avery telling D.C. about the Omegaverse lawsuit. We also chat about retellings, how "copying" your own work can actually be a part of building your brand, and the decision whether to read books that are similar to a current project. Items mentioned: Forging … Continue reading Episode 37: Inspiration or Copying?
Episode 32: “I’ll Do That Later.”
(Mini-Episode) "I'll write... tomorrow." Procrastination: We've all done it. But how to tell when your "for the inspiration" passion projects drift into procrastination? And how do you defeat the urge to do so? Join D.C. and Avery as they discuss the topic. Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Download MP3: Episode 032 (to download, right-click the Download … Continue reading Episode 32: “I’ll Do That Later.”
Episode 29: Zero Drafts
What exactly is a Zero Draft, how does one differ from an outline, and why might you want to give them a try? Grab a draft beer for this week's themed beverage and join D.C. and Avery as they discuss the subject! Books mentioned: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, by V.E. Schwab The Goldfinch, by … Continue reading Episode 29: Zero Drafts
...and it's writing. 