Hosted by award-winning story coach K.M. Weiland, the Helping Writers Become Authors podcast will take you deep into story theory, writing techniques, and all the incredible wisdom of story. There is no such thing as "just a story." Come along to find out how to write YOUR best story, astound the world, and (just maybe) change your life!
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A thoroughly human, often funny, glimpse into the lives and stories of successful writers. How they got there, what they've learned, and what you need to succeed.
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Entertaining, actionable advice on craft, productivity and creativity for writers in all genres, hosted by Jessica Lahey (freelancer, essayist and NYT best-selling author of "The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Children Can Succeed", KJ Dell'Antonia (NYT contributor and former editor; her novel, The Chicken Sisters, debuts in June 2020, How to Be a Happier Parent is available now) and Sarina Bowen (USA today best-selling author of more than 30 romance novels).
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Weekly inspiration and advice on writing and creativity from the author of Fearless Writing and Everyone Has What It Takes.
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How do the best writers get to work? In every episode, we'll chat to an author about what they do through a day. Where do they work? What time do they start? How do they plan their time and maximise their creativity, in order to plot and publish a bestseller? Some are frantic night-owls, others roll out of bed into their desks, and a few lock themselves away in the woods - but none have a regular 9 to 5, and we'll find out how they've managed it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo ...
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📚 A publishing podcast for writers looking to learn about the industry. 🖋️ Featuring authors, agents, editors and more... 🎙️ Extended & ad-free episodes on Patreon ❤️
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Join Becca Freeman and Olivia Muenter every Wednesday for a dose of books and banter, along with interviews with women who inspire us.
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A year-round conference in the arts.Symposium features seminars and panels on screenwriting, filmmaking, publishing, and beyond, plus Town Hall discussions that expose the hard truths of The Arts. RealTalk™ and honest advice. Rip off the veneer and join the conversation ...
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Welcome to Qwerty, the podcast for writers on how to live the writing life. Host Marion Roach Smith interviews the best writers in all genres to discover their process. Qwerty is by, about and for writers and explores the real challenges of writing and the steps anyone can take to become a better storyteller. Listen in for writing tips, publishing advice and encouragement on how to live the writing life.
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From screenplays to TV, novels to video games, everybody has their own path to establishing a creative writing life. Join host Paul Zeidman as he interviews writers from all mediums and genres to find out about them, their work, and what advice and guidance they have for ambitious and aspiring writers.
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Half advice show, half reality show. Join podcast besties Kristen Meinzer and Jolenta Greenberg as they seek advice from experts, and then put that advice to the test. All this season they’re focusing on the loneliness epidemic and the struggles of friendship - from making new friends to breaking up with BFFs. Their goal? To help get you a little closer to fine. The first ten seasons of Kristen and Jolenta's other show By the Book are also in this feed. To hear back episodes, just scroll down!
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The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed is devoted to all things creative writing, fantasy fiction and book marketing. Hosted by writer Richie Billing, expect interviews with bestselling fantasy authors, historians, psychologists and the occasional FBI agent. New episode released on the 14th of each month. WRITING TIPS https://richiebilling.com/ JOIN OUR DISCORD COMMUNITY AND GET OUR NEWSLETTER https://mailchi.mp/be6082d43b39/the-writers-toolshed EXCLUSIVE RESOURCES AND FANTASY WRITING WORKSHOPS https ...
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"I should be writing" is what people say, but they rarely do it. This podcast is designed to help you get past those blocks, whether it's what your teacher told you when you were a kid, to being totally sure you'll never be as good as (FAV AUTHOR) so you might as well quit.
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Join award-winning, bestselling hosts Bennett R Coles and Sara Dahmen with All About Writing, the podcast that covers everything about the world of writing from the inside out. With their combined decades tackling novels, non-fiction, publishing, editing, ghostwriting and even screenwriting, Ben and Sara dive into every detail of the writing industry, along with their guests, and offer experienced advice, opinions, and more.
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The Sounds-Write Podcast is aimed at practitioners using phonics to teach children to read and write. The host hears from experts in the field of phonics in order to answer your questions. Sounds-Write is an expertly structured synthetic phonics programme based on the science of reading. For 20 years, we’ve been delivering a high-quality development programme which empowers education professionals to impart on children those most critical abilities for a happy, successful life and career: ex ...
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Everyone needs a little help being a human. From sleep to saving money to parenting and more, host Marielle Segarra talks to experts to get the best advice out there. Life Kit is here to help you get it together. Want another life hack? Try Life Kit+. You'll support the show and unlock exclusive curated playlists and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org/lifekit
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Do you want to share your story, earn more money and make an impact with your writing? You're in the right place. On the Become a Writer Today podcast, Bryan Collins interviews creatives and best-selling authors. He profiles their writing processes, so you can learn about everything from writing your book to building a profitable creative business. Subscribe today!
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Where storytelling and dice rolls collide. Join professional Game Master Darren Ruckle for tips, tales, and inspiration to level up your TTRPG worlds and games.
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For novelists, memoirists and screenwriters who want to know how stories work so they can finish their manuscripts faster, and without frustration. Each week literary editors Valerie Francis and Melanie Hill explain the craft of storytelling using films as examples. The goal is simple: to learn from writers who have come before us...what worked well and what didn't work so well. If you want to spend more time writing your book/screenplay and less time studying story theory, this podcast is f ...
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A JCPL librarian interviews published writers about their favorite writing prompts—exercises that can help inspire, focus, and improve your creative writing. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, a novelist, essayist, or poet, you’ll find ideas and advice to motivate you to keep writing. A partnership with the Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning.
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Delivering curiosity-inducing content every single week. This is the audio version of my newsletter. Sign up at the bottom of the page!
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A nonprofit writing and arts podcast aimed at exploring various aspects to the craft of writing, reading, drinking, and literature's impact on society and pop culture. A mix of raunchy humor and useful information, DPW is sure to have something you'll enjoy.
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Insights and inspiration for growing your self-publishing business. Featuring interviews with bestselling authors and industry experts, who share practical advice you can use to improve your writing and sell more books. Hosted by the Kobo Writing Life team, you'll also get the latest news and updates about Kobo and the KWL platform. Self-publish today at www.kobo.com/writinglife
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The Selling Your Screenplay Podcast helps serious screenwriters sell their screenplays. We offer practical advice about how to market your script and get it into the hands of agents, managers, producers, and directors who can get your screenplay produced.
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On Monday morning, No BS Job Search Advice Radio delivers job search advice that will help transform job hunting into something far better. Hosted by Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter, No BS Job Search Advice Radio is easy-to-implement advice that will help you find work much more easily. It has been called "The OG of job search podcasts" because it has been online continuously since November 2010. For much more, visit JobSearch.Community. You can also schedule coaching with Jeff Altman there ...
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This is a podcast for emerging writers who want to improve the quality of their work and learn more about the publishing industry. Your one host, Bianca Marais (the bestselling author of 'The Witches of Moonshyne Manor') interviews authors, agents, editors and just about anyone and everyone who's involved in bringing a book to market. She's joined by her cohosts, literary agents Carly Watters and CeCe Lyra from P.S. Literary Agency, who read and critique query letters as well as opening page ...
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Want to become a published author? Are you in need of some inspiration from other writers? How did they turn their passion into a paying job? The Pen to Print and Write On! Audio podcasts are for everyone in the writing community by showcasing work, offering advice, news and views. Based in east London, contribute to Write On! Magazine, Write On! Extra or Write On! Audio. Take part online with Pen to Print's FREE programme of creative writing, poetry, screenwriting, playwriting classes or en ...
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Advice and tales from the publishing ecosphere from world-class, bestselling, muti-award-winning author of imaginative literary fiction, Monty Wisdom.
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Industry pros offer advice on writing, producing, directing and selling Christmas movies.
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Writing advice? We've got that. A podcast that gets your favorite writers to spill their secrets. Every episode is a new writer: comic artists to Broadway scribes, sports reporters to authors.
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In-the-trenches content marketing advice from the world's best content marketing agency. Hosted by Ty Magnin, CEO, and Tim Metz, Director of Marketing and Innovation.
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A podcast for all writers (aspiring to professional) looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Get the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to pursue your passion and write every day. Recurring themes include books, coffee, rainy days, truth, beauty, lasers, dinosaurs, and all of your other favorite things.
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Self-published authors Laura Catherine and Sarah Gray talk about their experiences with writing, editing, publishing and marketing. This is their different views on the writing world. Laura is a mum of two with little time on her hands and Sarah followed a career, while still studying craft. Join them as they chat about their lives and share tips and advice.
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Let's nerd out where writing, psychology, and business success overlap! On this show, we look at how to ethically apply psychological principles of persuasion. You'll learn compelling copy tips to improve your writing of all lengths for biz. And you'll be ready to become a #1 bestselling published author on Amazon (faster, easier, and cheaper than you thought possible) and make money with your books as you grow your exposure and business. Join host @LaptopLaura, a tall Math and Psychology te ...
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Step inside the minds of storytellers with Ink Blots: Author Interviews — the podcast where books meet personality. Host Rob Southgate chats with authors across genres — from mystery to sci-fi, romance to non-fiction — diving deep into their creative process, personal journeys, and favorite reads. Each episode blends practical writing tips for aspiring authors with candid conversations about life, inspiration, and the stories that shaped them. Expect surprises, laughter, and the kind of insi ...
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A comedy podcast that looks back at the bygone era of write-in advice columns like "Dear Abby," Ann Landers, etc., to see if their wisdom still holds up in modern culture.
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Helping plan funerals with honor. O'Connell funeral homes staff, along with guests, give guidance on topics like, how to write an obituary, preplanning for your funeral, funeral arrangements, as well as how to personalize funeral services. The podcasts also include advice on how to manage grief, what you can do for loved ones who are grieving, and what additional resources are available to you, including self care. Welcome to the Good Grief Podcast.
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A monthly podcast where I talk to writer friends about those little things that make a big difference to their craft and careers in the hope that we can give readers some insight to the creative process, and writers and creative folk practical advice that they can actually use! The podcast is a recording of a monthly livestream.
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Hey fiction writer! Want your readers to stay up until 2am, so engrossed in your story they just can’t put it down? Want to build a successful, fulfilling, and sustainable writing life that works for YOU? Story Magic is the place for you. Every week, professional book coaches and editors Emily and Rachel from Golden May dive into writing craft, community, and mindset tips, tricks, and advice so you can write and publish books you’re damn proud of, again and again. We cover craft topics like ...
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If writing advice and the lingo used in the publishing industry usually sounds like gobbledygook to you, look no further than this Show, don’t Tell Writing podcast. I’m Author, Editor, and Book Coach Suzy Vadori, and I’m absolutely obsessed with helping writers get their ideas onto the page in a way that readers LOVE. If you think Show, don’t Tell is just tired writing advice, prepare to have your eyes opened as I break down the process of applying this key technique in both fiction and nonf ...
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Advice, insights and solutions for the challenges facing higher education from academics, faculty and staff at institutions around the world. Hear teaching tips, writing pointers, discussions on the big issues, forecasts and first-hand experiences from university leaders.
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Hosted by James Thayer, the podcast is a practical, step-by-step manual on how to craft a novel. It presents a set of tools for large issues such as story development and scene construction (Kirkus Reviews said Thayer's novels are "superbly crafted') and it also examines techniques that will make your sentence-by-sentence writing shine. The New York Times Book Review has said Thayer's "writing is smooth and clear. it wastes no words, and it has a rhythm only confident stylists achieve.
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Exploring the ways in which book publishing is changing, and how writers can best meet the challenge, a conversation between two publishing veterans and friends, editor Mick Silva amd publlisher and literary agent David Morris. https://www.micksikva.com https://davidrmorris.me
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The Bleeders is a podcast (and support group!) about book writing and publishing. Transparent conversations with authors, agents, and people in the publishing industry about how to write and sell books. The title is a nod to the famous (potentially misattributed) Hemingway quote: “There is nothing to writing. All you do is sit down at a typewriter and bleed.” Sign up for The Bleeders companion Substack! https://thebleeders.substack.com/welcome
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Episode 171 - Top ten list of bad advice for writers.
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In these episodes I try to set out good writing advice but a lot of bad advice is out there, so here is a list of bad advice, and the list may help us avoid writing blunders. Here are also ten dialogue mistakes, and avoiding them likely means we end up with engaging and even riveting dialogue for our characters. Support the show…
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Caitlin Davies, author of 'Private Inquiries: The Secret History of Female Sleuths' - Narrative Nonfiction author discusses remembering how tough novels are, one book inspiring the next, and strange writing ...
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Caitlin Davies has always wanted to be a writer. It took her a long time to admit it to herself, let alone voice it aloud. She started writing as a journalist, covering stories across Europe and Africa, and now, finally, is a published author. She writes widely, switching genres and styles, releasing 6 novels and 8 narrative nonfiction books along …
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Our goal words, as a reminderSarina: presenceJess: growthJennie: Teflon™KJ: inner compass #AmReadingJess: Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins ReidKJ: The Spy Coast by Tess GerritsenJennie: Shakespeare: The Man Who Plays the Rent by Judi DenchSarina: Say You’ll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez Transcript below! EPISODE 454 - TRANSCRIPT KJ Dell'Antonia Hey, writ…
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Our goal words, as a reminder Sarina: presence Jess: growth Jennie: Teflon™ KJ: inner compass #AmReading Jess: Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid KJ: The Spy Coast by Tess Gerritsen Jennie: Shakespeare: The Man Who Plays the Rent by Judi Dench Sarina: Say You’ll Remember Me by Abby JimenezBy #AmWriting with Jess & KJ
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In 1789, philosopher Jeremy Bentham mused on the two forces that control our lives: "Nature has placed mankind under the governance of two sovereign masters, pain and pleasure." His argument, in simple terms, is that human behavior is driven by the pursuit of pleasure and the avoidance of pain. This general idea is the basis for the most useful pro…
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Mike Gayle, author of 'The One That Got Away' - Romance award-winner discusses starting loose, being pigeon-holed, and novellas
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Mike Gayle is a prolific author. He's published 20 novels, many of which land on the Sunday Times Bestseller List, and has been translated in over 30 countries. He was the first male writer, and writer of colour, to win the Romantic Novelist Association's Outstanding Achievement Award. He's back with a new novella called 'The One That Got Away'. It…
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Get comfortable. Get uncomfortable. Maybe get some Kleenex. In this first of this two-part BONUS episode, Erin brings you moment by moment through her overwhelming experience on a goodwill comedy tour in the Middle East. You'll laugh. You'll cry. You will definitively need a drink! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…
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Screenwriting 7: Special Guest Spade Robinson Chats All About Screenwriting
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Ben & Sara are joined by special Spade Robinson, a professor and industry expert on all things screenwriting. Join us in a wide-ranging discussion about the ins and outs of writing screenplays for the contemporary film industry. To watch this episode on Youtube, click on the following link: https://youtu.be/rrIJv-ncbyc To learn more about Ben visit…
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107 - Book coaching behind the scenes with Sam Cameron
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Today, Emily & Rachel talk about book coaching behind the scenes with Sam Cameron! This is a special edition episode originally recorded for Sam Cameron's substack, Truant Pen. Check out Truant Pen here: https://truantpen.substack.com/ What you’ll learn from this episode: what 1:1 book coaching is really like lessons learned from writing, revising,…
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It's long been thought that eating protein from animals (eggs, meat, chicken, fish) can help you become stronger. But a new study out of the University of Illinois shows that plant protein is just as effective at building muscle. NPR health correspondent Will Stone explains how the science around plant protein is shifting. Learn more about sponsor …
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In this exciting episode of Books with Hooks, Bianca, CeCe, and Carly sit down with Casey, winner of the Masana Literary Project Fundraiser, to chat about her debut novel, ‘The Break of Light.’ The hosts dive deep into Casey’s query letter, unpacking the story’s emotional layers, compelling plot, and rich character dynamics. CeCe and Carly offer sh…
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A Sassy Conversation with Magazine Icon Jane Pratt
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When I helped launch Twist magazine in the late '90s, we basically huddled around old issues of Sassy like sacred texts, trying to decode what made them so special. The answer? Jane Pratt. So it was with excitement and a little nervousness that I jumped on a Substack Live Interview with her. We chatted about: Her miserable boarding school experienc…
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While they’re between seasons, Jolenta and Kristen are thrilled to share a very special series that - up until now - was only available behind a paywall. It’s called By The Book Authors Tell All, and features authors whose books they lived by, as well as some authors they just happen to love. And for more great By The Book content, listen to Dean &…
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THE podcast: What does it take to successfully commercialise research?
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A technology transfer expert and biotech spin-out founder explain the steps involved in moving discoveries from the lab to the market. Most academics want their work to have an impact and one route to achieving this is by commercialising their findings. By partnering with an existing company to bring a product to market or by establishing a new spi…
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FROM ROLLERCOASTERS TO CAROUSELS author Gigi Khonyongwa-Fernandez talks about how we deal and move on from trauma, how silence can be therapeutic, and the value of helping just by being there https://familiesblossoming.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/gigikhonyongwafernandez/ https://www.facebook.com/familiesblossomingLLC https://www.instagram.com/…
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YGT 437: 2025 Q2 Annual Side Quests Check-In
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Mentioned in this episode: my YouTube channel on project management my blog on project management approaches and tools join my 2025 AMA series a blog post on favorite shows and movies from Q1 a blog post on favorite shows and movies from Q2 my list of 25 books to read in 2025 my YouTube channel on books and reading a podcast episode on project-spec…
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Episode 25: 2025 Phonics Screening Check (England) Analysis with Naomi Hinton
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In the twenty-fifth episode of The Sounds-Write Podcast, Naomi Hinton talks about the 2025 Phonics Screening Check that has just been administered to Year 1 students in England. She gives an analysis of the words on the check and then talk about the next steps for teachers in supporting students and reflecting on their own practice. Some helpful li…
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Guardians of the Galaxy vol 3: don't look too closely
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It's a brand new season and that means two brand new study topics! In Season 15, I'm studying something called the villain's monologue and Melanie is studying turning points. Guardians of the Galaxy vol. 3 is one of those films that's ok as long as you don't look too closely! There are definitely logic problems but insofar as our study topics are c…
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Joe McClean | Sins of Survivors: A Carter Brothers Novel
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🔖 About Joe Mclean: Joe McClean spent his childhood in the wetlands of South Carolina and his adolescence was baked in Phoenix, Arizona where he first discovered his love for telling stories. After studying Shakespeare in college, nepotism from a general contractor uncle in NJ, delivered the education that would keep Joe fed while chasing artistic …
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We’re excited to dive into our June Book Club Pick: June Book Club Pick - All the Other Mothers Hate Me by Sarah Harman. We had a great time reading this hilarious and Scaredy Cat approved mystery, and can’t wait to hear what you think! Watch the full interview with Sarah Harman Olivia mentioned here. Obsessions Becca - Milk Duds Olivia - Vitality …
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I have a close friend—we'll call him Ben. Ben is very successful. He's in his 30s, sold a company for $100 million, and earns over $10 million per year in his current role. I was recently out on a walk with Ben when he admitted something interesting: He hates his current job. He finds no fulfillment in the work and dreams of leaving to start someth…
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How to Develop Your Authentic Voice and Give Readers What They Want
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In this fifth episode, we get into another fundamental shift in the publishing world: book development. The old playbook of “authority from on high” is dead. Long live the authentic voice! There's the three elements of book proposals: platform (your ability to reach readers), concept (a current, but time-honored topic), and craft (your “method” and…
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Dean & Kristen Look Back: Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus
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*Patreon-only Bonus Episode Teaser* Dean and Kristen are looking back - episode by episode - at their time on By The Book. Today, they give behind-the-scenes stories and updates on Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus, by John Gray, PhD. To hear the full episode, get biweekly episodes of Dean & Kristen Look Back, listen to our complete Patreon-o…
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#372 – Writing What You Want to Write with Pam Godwin
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In this episode, we are joined by best-selling romance author Pam Godwin! Pam is the author of over thirty books, in multiple dark romance and survival romance series, including her latest series, Frozen Fates. Pam’s books focus on romances starring strong heroines and villainous heroes. She always writes what she wants to write and gets into what …
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Aditya Vempaty (MoEngage) on Borrowed Authority: Partnerships That Multiply Reach
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Enterprise content only works when people see it. In this episode, Aditya Vempaty, VP of Marketing at MoEngage, shows you how to build content that spreads and brings in revenue. He starts every project with customer calls. Their words turn into clear messages and sharp ideas. His team builds content “with distribution in mind,” leverages customer …
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DBS #124: Revisiting Famous Writing Routines
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We begin today's episode with a look at some current events. After that, we revisit a topic we covered a long time ago. We discuss the daily routines of some famous writers, and since we're on our way to literary stardom, we also talk about our personal writing routines. You can follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @dpwpodcast. You can che…
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There's a heat wave hitting much of the United State this week. Our bodies do have natural ways to dissipate heat, but when temperatures get extreme, sometimes they just can't keep up. In this episode of Life Kit, learn how to keep cool, hydrated and safe in extreme heat. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Pr…
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Send us a text On Friday, June 20th, 2025, Suzy held an Open House for her Inner Circle membership program. In addition to a workshop, there was an open Q&A session. Tune in for a frank discussion of writers' most burning questions, including: How do I structure my novel? How many POVs is too many? When do most writers fail? 🌟 Grab your spot in Suz…
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An Interview With Novelist Sheila O'Flanagan: Write On! Audio Weekly
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Thank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen To Print Our interview for June is with Sheila O’Flanagan. Born in Dublin, author and journalist Sheila O’Flanagan is the writer of over 20 books starting with her 1997 debut novel “Dreaming of a Stranger”. She won the Irish Popular Fiction Book of …
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Send us a text Backstories are more than flavor — they’re invitations. In this episode, we explore how to read player backstories for what they really are: emotional signals, narrative blueprints, and shared creative promises. From vague one-liners to 20-page tomes, we’ll show you how to translate backstories into campaign arcs that matter — withou…
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What to Expect When You're on Submission: Dedeker Winston
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Welcome, writers and book lovers. The Bleeders is a podcast about book writing and publishing. Make sure you subscribe to the companion Substack: https://thebleeders.substack.com/welcome Today’s guest is Dedeker Winston, author of The Smart Girl’s Guide to Polyamory and co-author of Multiamory: Essential Tools for Modern Relationships. In this epis…
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As summer heats up, we often crank the air conditioning, which uses a lot of energy. NPR's Climate Solutions Correspondent Julia Simon has five simple and affordable tips to save electricity without sacrificing comfort. We'll cover the science behind the open window versus AC debate, "night flushing" your home and cost-saving home improvement proje…
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Bestselling crime thriller author, Fiona Cummins is with us this week chatting about wishing she could plot her novels, learning and then teaching with the Faber Academy and how big splashy deals don't always lead to a sustainable writing career. Support the show on Patreon! 💖 And get extended episodes, ad-free and a week ahead of everyone else. 🙏 …
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What to Do When You Can't Do What You Used to Do
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EP 3054 This is based on a presentation by David Schuchman where he explores the challenges individuals face when their former job skills and search methods are no longer effective in the current job market. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter to provide No BS job search coaching and career advice glo…
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I recently came across a quote that hit me hard: "Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal." — Henry Ford Every meaningful path in life is lined with obstacles. If you've ever pursued something grand or ambitious... Building a business Raising a family Changing careers Reaching an athletic milestone or anyt…
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Getting Started 8: An Intro to Worldbuilding
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Join Ben & Sara as they talk about worldbuilding. Every story, no matter the genre, needs some aspect of worldbuilding, but how much effort should you put into it? To watch this episode on Youtube, click on the following link: https://youtu.be/dZxgfvZIPao To learn more about Ben visit www.bennettrcoles.com To learn more about Sara visit www.saradah…
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In this powerful episode, Rev. Dr. Jules Erickson joins Michael O’Connell for a deep and relatable conversation about how grief moves through families—and how we often carry it without even knowing. From childhood loss and moral injury to the messy middle of healing, Pastor Jules shares stories and tools from family systems theory and pastoral work…
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Paranormal Passion and Powerful Storytelling – A Conversation with Valerie Willis In this spellbinding episode of Ink Blots, host Rob Southgate welcomes Valerie Willis, paranormal romance and fantasy author with 4 Horsemen Publications. Known for her intricate plots, emotionally complex characters, and steamy supernatural twists, Valerie dives deep…
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Morgan Monroe and Kate Jenkins 2025 | PopCon Indy
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Rob Southgate interviews Morgan Monroe and Kate Jenkins, a writing duo from Four Horsemen Publications, about their journey and upcoming projects. Morgan and Kate met in a pirate RPG game in 2000 and have since written eight books in their "Legends of Corellia" series, with the ninth book, "Restoration and Ruin," set to release on December 6. They …
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Rob Southgate interviews Eric Deckers, a humor columnist and author, about his upcoming appearance at Indie Pop Con 2025 in Indianapolis. Eric discusses his transition from Indiana to Orlando, his 30-year career in humor writing, and his recent book deals with Four Horsemen Publications. He shares insights into his writing process, influences like …
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It’s hard to remember, especially as an artist, but you’re only job is to please yourself. Forget the applause and the reviews. Those only come after you’ve satisfied your own unique aesthetic.By Bill Kenower
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Episode 170 - Writing the crowd scene. And guilt and pride.
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Here are techniques for keeping focus in a scene where there is a crowd, with an example from Harper Lee. And how Margaret Mitchell worked. Plus: how can we show rather than tell about a character's guilt or pride. Support the showBy James Thayer
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