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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Amateur enthusiast Jacke Wilson journeys through the history of literature, from ancient epics to contemporary classics. Episodes are not in chronological order and you don't need to start at the beginning - feel free to jump in wherever you like! Find out more at historyofliterature.com and facebook.com/historyofliterature. Support the show by visiting patreon.com/literature or historyofliterature.com/donate. Contact the show at [email protected].
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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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Bill Burr rants about relationship advice, sports and the Illuminati.
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Free advice from three of the world's most qualified, most related experts: Justin, Travis and Griffin McElroy. For one-half to three-quarters of an hour every Monday, we tell people how to live their lives, because we're obviously doing such a great job of it so far.
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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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Weekly inspiration and advice on writing and creativity from the author of Fearless Writing and Everyone Has What It Takes.
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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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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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Go beyond the books. Jack Carr spent 20 years as a Navy SEAL, where he served as a Team Leader, Platoon Commander, Troop Commander, Task Unit Commander and a sniper. Now, he’s a speaker and the author behind the bestselling Terminal List series. Inspired by actual experiences serving in conflict areas around the world, the novels follow James Reece, a Navy SEAL who becomes embroiled in the world of conspiracies, international espionage and revenge. Now, on his new podcast Danger Close, Jack ...
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A podcast on writing that explores the craft of fiction, answers listeners' questions, and provides strategies for a fulfilling writing practice and creative life, hosted by bestselling, award-winning novelist Nina LaCour.
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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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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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"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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For novelists, memoirists and screenwriters who want to write stories their readers will love. Each week literary editors, Valerie Francis and Melanie Hill, use films to explain how to craft a story that hooks the reader on page one and holds their attention all the way to the end. 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're a writer who loves to write, this podcast is for you! "The only thing that matters, and ...
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Welcome to Write Club, the ultimate podcast for anyone passionate about the written word. Brought to you by Writers Online, in each episode we'll give you an insight into the world of writing, creativity, and publishing. Join us as we sit down with celebrated authors, literary agents, industry mentors, and creative professionals to uncover their stories, insights, and advice. Write Club delivers everything you need to spark your creativity and sharpen your skills. Every great writer knows: t ...
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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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A podcast by writers, for writers. Host Sheridan Sharp is on a quest to connect word wizards by featuring authors and editors on the show each week. Take part in the mission to create a community around the show and gain free advice from every episode on how to elevate YOUR manuscript.
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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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The Fantasy Writers’ Toolshed is a podcast for aspiring and experienced fantasy writers who want to master storytelling, creative writing, worldbuilding and character creation. Hosted by author Richie Billing, each episode features practical writing advice and tips, publishing guidance, and inspiring interviews with bestselling authors, editors, historians, psychologists and even an FBI Special Agent. Learn how to write, edit and market your stories with confidence. New episodes released mon ...
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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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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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A podcast where we have listeners and Redditors write in their worst and best dating stories. We roast, laugh, and give them advice.
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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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Want to learn how to make the most of your reading life? Join Brea Grant and Mallory O’Meara every week as they discuss tips and tricks for reading better! Listeners will learn how to vanquish their To-Be-Read piles, get pointers on organizing their bookshelves and hear reviews on the newest reading gadgets. Brea and Mallory also offer advice on bookish problems. How do you climb out of a reading slump? How do you support authors while still getting books on the cheap? Where do you hide the ...
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Industry pros offer advice on writing, producing, directing and selling Christmas movies.
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Tiffin Inn Writing Workshop (with Imposter Syndrome & Unlimited Refills)
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You've Got This | Tips & Strategies for Meaningful Productivity and Alignment in Work and Life
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You've Got This is a podcast dedicated to helping academics and higher education professionals seek self-knowledge, playfully experiment, and live core values with intention. Tune in for insights, examples, and advice on topics such as meaningful productivity, boosting creativity, and much more.
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I love writing if you enjoy poetry, short stories, mindset shifts, real relationship advice we got you because this is Unmistakable Voices. Thank you so much for listening spread.
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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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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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OFF THE PRESS is my real-time story of building a publishing company from the ground up. It’s an honest look at what it takes to make art, sell it, and everything in between… It’s a lot.
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Treat your writing like a blue collar job. Doctors don't get doctor block and ditch diggers don't get ditch digger block, and working writers can't get writer's block. Business and humor.
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Satirical self-help lovingly shared by two millennial tech industry vets. Engineering, sales, marketing, product management, and custodial services cover it all in 30 minutes or less. Coffee not provided.
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People Stuff is a write-in, anthropology advice podcast wherein we answer all sorts of questions with the weird and wonderful wisdom that anthropology offers. From whether you should make your bed to what you owe to the dead, no dilemma is too tiny, no conundrum too vast for a little bit of anthropology. After all, as a species, we've been human-ing for like 300,000 years already. Surely we've figured some stuff out.
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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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Austin Belcak brings you quick, highly actionable strategies to help you land a job you love without “traditional” experience and without applying online. These modern job search tactics stem from Austin’s personal experience landing interviews and offers from Google, Microsoft, and Twitter and his experience helping thousands of job seekers get hired at the world’s best companies without applying online.
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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 and publisher and literary agent David Morris. MickSilva.com / DavidRMorris.me
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Introducing The Tortured Writers Podcast - your go-to source for a brilliant blend of writing wisdom, engaging interviews, and book recommendations every writer will love! Join Editor and Writer Sara Naidine Cox as she dives into the minds of star guests from the literary world, who share their secrets, struggles, and successes. With writing craft tips from listener questions, whether you’re a seasoned novelist or just a tortured writer starting out, these fun and informative episodes are de ...
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Write Your Damn Novel (formerly How to Win NaNo) is a no-nonsense guide to writing a novel in 30 days. Like it or not November comes every year, but don't you worry — your hosts are here for you! Kristina Horner and Liz Leo are 'writing-50k-words-in-a-month' experts (and lifelong writing friends) with a passion for helping people write their damn novel. Join them each week as they share their personal tips, tricks and other things they've learned over almost two decades of consecutive NaNoWr ...
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Welcome to the Writing Community Chat Show, where we bring together some of the brightest and most talented writers from around the world to discuss their craft, share their stories, and offer advice and inspiration to fellow writers. Join us each week as we delve into the fascinating world of writing, and learn from the experts as they share their insights, experiences, and wisdom. Whether you're an aspiring writer, a published author, or simply a lover of words, the Writing Community Chat ...
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This podcast is the online book club you always wanted to be apart of! Hear from your favorite authors about books you love, their best writing and publishing advice, and so much more!
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Welcome to the world of creative writing and story mastery with Maxwell Alexander Drake and Marie Mullany, your guides to Releasing Your Inner Dragon. This author podcast is a treasure trove of writing tips and advice, sparking inspiration and ah-ha moments for every stage of an author’s career. Drake, an award-winning novelist and creative writing teacher, brings his experience from the gaming world and beyond, while Mullany, author of the Sangwheel Chronicles and YouTuber, shares her exper ...
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A monthly podcast about books and the people who write them. Packed with reading recommendations, author interviews and insightful advice on finding books for you and your family from the helpful staff at Connected Libraries.
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Hosts Rachel Smith (from Rachel's List) and journalist and content writer Lynne Testoni are serving up weekly short bites of advice, tips and strategies, plus special guests, for freelancers who make a living from using their words. We're shooting for 15-minute episodes, but can't promise anything because we can both talk the leg off a chair.
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A comedic advice podcast all about navigating life's awkward conversations. Hosts Mike Schubert (Potterless, The Newest Olympian) and Sequoia Simone (Fanatical Fics and Where to Find Them) draw upon their own life experiences and call on subject matter experts to bring you the do’s and don'ts of tricky interactions. Scared to tell your roommate they’re messy? Dreading your next first date? These professional talkers (podcasters) are here to guide you through chats of both high and low yikes ...
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If you are a Black, Indigenous, Latinx, Asian American, or any other Writer of Color, and you're looking for your own personal writing coach - to help you stay motivated to write that book, get it published and promoted - then this is the podcast for you. Award-winning author, educator, and creative writing coach, Lori L. Tharps ( ”Hair Story,” ”Kinky Gazpacho,” and ”Substitute Me”) knows how hard it is to stay committed to your writing projects - whether you’re working on that debut novel, ...
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Over the past year, the Jack Carr Book Club and the Danger Close Podcast brought together bestselling authors and literary legends to share hard-earned lessons from the page. In this special Writing Advice episode, we’ve gathered the most insightful, actionable, and inspiring moments from those interviews. Whether you’re an aspiring writer, a reade…
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Turns out, my YouTube videos with less than 1K views sold more books than my videos with 1M+ views. Here's what I'm doing next. Get a free book through my private newsletter lostislandpress.com Official podcast page lostislandpress.com/podcast Buy a book to support the show lostislandpress.com/category/books Thank you to Bookvault, our founding spo…
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If you set your intentions before you begin anything new, whether a story or a year, you can start to develop new habits.By Bill Kenower
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How To Eliminate 90% Of Meetings (& Get 20+ Hours Back) | Ep #796
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Austin shares how you can eliminate 90% of your meetings and win back 20+ hours every week! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Too good to be true? [1:09] - Meetings are killing your focus [3:10] - Create “Deep Work Zones” & Set expectations [6:09] - Expand your “Deep Work” & Offer alternatives [9:26] - Offer a short meeting as a last result Want To…
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485: Reclaiming Your Rights and Your Legacy (Ep 10)
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In this Write Big session of the #amWriting Podcast, Jennie Nash talks with author and book coach Janet Fox about a powerful decision: buying back the rights to her first novel and reissuing it on her own terms. Janet shares her journey through traditional publishing, what it took to reclaim ownership of her work, and why legacy—not trends or permi…
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There’s a quote I return to whenever it feels like the world is against me: “If you absolutely can’t tolerate critics, then don’t do anything new or interesting.” - Jeff Bezos It’s a simple line with a deep reminder: No matter what you do, or how you choose to live, someone will tell you you’re doing it wrong... ••• Mel Robbins called my first book…
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Send us a text Join Drake and Marie as they explore how to write interiority using a 12 layer model. We go over everything from showing, to telling, to worldview and more! Writer's room (50% off for lifetime membership): https://writersroom.mn.co/plans/338439?bundle_token=196fd3965307a65eee0d1bf2bc6fa5a6&utm_source=manual Membership for Just In Tim…
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HAPPY NEW YEAR! Our intent was to give you a Year-In-Review episode. What we are giving you, is one of the most delicious, late, Christmas gifts from Patrick himself. A story of CONFIDENCE, STYLE and TRAGEDY of a little Spanish cat, told through the eyes of a little curly-headed boy from Chicago. Your Welcome, America. Once again, Welcome To DEAR P…
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Ep 443 - 2026 New Year’s Reader Resolutions!
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Brea and Mallory choose their new year’s reader resolutions! Plus, they give advice on what to do when reading makes you sleepy. Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com! Reading Glasses Merch Recommendations Store The Reading Glasses Book! Sponsor - Factor www.factormeals.com/GLASSES50OFF CODE: GLASSES50OFF Links - Reading Glasses Facebo…
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Big Auction Debuts and What Brings You Back to the Page
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In this week’s double author interview episode, Carly sits down with Katie Bernet, author of the wildly buzzed-about YA thriller ‘Beth Is Dead’ — a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection that has already earned three starred reviews (Kirkus, Publishers Weekly, and Shelf Awareness). Katie shares the story behind her explosive debut: a modern, …
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After the publication of her debut novel Wuthering Heights in December of 1847, Emily Brontë - still writing under her pen name Ellis Bell - joined Currer and Acton Bell (her sisters Charlotte and Anne) as promising and intriguing young writers. Sadly, Emily would die barely a year later. How did the public view her and her writing during this brie…
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A quick look back at the show in 2025, and plans for 2026
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YGT 459: My 2026 Goals (and Word of the Year)
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Mentioned in this episode: Yoga Renew Commune sign up for a probono coaching hour TBR card deck Better Every Day journal 10-year planning kit Engage in more of my content: read my personal blog posts watch workflow channel videos watch my monthly videos on books and reading read blog posts on project management topics connect with me on LinkedIn si…
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Send us a text about this episode and tell us what you got from it. A lot has changed y’all and as I said I miss you all dearly every time I have these long breaks without giving y’all something. I hope y’all enjoy this. Unmistakable Poetry & Unmistakable Love, -JasonBy Jay & Sen
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The Jack Carr Book Club December 2025 Selection is THE TIN MEN by Nelson DeMille and Alex DeMille. In THE TIN MEN, New York Times bestselling author Alex DeMille joins his father, the legendary Nelson DeMille, to deliver the final Nelson DeMille novel—delivering a high-stakes, cutting-edge thriller that drops readers into the future of warfare—wher…
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Did you know that the beginning of your story, and the end of your story, work together as a unit? This this episode, which originally aired back in Season 3, we explore how the powerhouse pairing of Jane Austen and Emma Thompson put this bit of theory into action. For the rest of your story, understanding sequences might just be the key to making …
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10 Ways Anyone Can Add Value When Networking | Ep #795
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Austin shares 10 different ways that anyone can add value while networking! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - What to do when you don’t know how to add value [1:25] - Share their advice & Take action on their advice [4:20] - Share a recommendation & Consistent engagement [6:30] - Offer a speaking gig & Write a valuable post and tag them [8:04] - In…
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Welcome to the final day of 2025. Happy New Year! As this very well may be the final newsletter you read (or listen to) in 2025, I want to use this opportunity to set the tone for the year ahead. You're all familiar with the idea of New Year's Resolutions: Specific actions or behaviors you commit to for the coming year. I've never been a fan. The n…
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Read more and enroll in Projects & Practice. Read more and enroll in Winter Writing Nights: Exploring Voice and Language in Fiction. Subscribe to Nina's newsletter. ALSO! If you enroll in BOTH classes, you'll receive free access to Nina and Elana's The Business of Writing workshop. In this ninety-minute session, we will get deep into the business s…
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Bonus Episode – Kobo Writing Life's Year-End Wrap-up with Tara Cremin
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In this episode, we hear from Kobo Writing Life's director Tara Cremin as she gives us a great overview of what the KWL team got up to this year! We also want to take this time to thank YOU, the listener of the Kobo Writing Life Podcast, for all of your support this year. We couldn't do this podcast without you! We look forward to another year of a…
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We kick off with a playful threat to delete the archive and end up reaffirming why consistency, community, and humane work habits matter. Between holiday calendar chaos and culture clashes over PTO, we find wins in empowered teams, better tools, and a thriving Discord. • joking about nuking the archive to highlight creative burnout • whiplash from …
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Tim reveals how he is prepping for his 2nd draft of his novel while Art explores how his process differs from Tim's, especially in what constitutes a "first draft." Join this spirited discussion already in progress to compare the ah-ha! moments to your process. To contact us, e-mail [email protected].…
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Food, Ghosts, and Dark Comedy with Daria Lavelle
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In this week’s episode of The Write Club Podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome the brilliant debut novelist Daria Lavelle. Daria’s debut novel, Aftertaste - a dark comedy about food, ghosts, and the New York culinary scene - landed in May 2025 and has already made waves for its unique blend of sharp humour, sensory storytelling, and moving reflections…
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Drums & Donuts, 'Is This Thing On', Tablas | Monday Morning Podcast 12-29-25
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Bill rambles about drums & donuts, 'Is This Thing On', and tablas. SimpliSafe: This month only, take 50% off any new system at http://www.SimpliSafe.com/BURRBy All Things Comedy
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We present a casual and chatty Ditch Diggers where we close up the year with discussions of 2026 prep, spicy Christmas romances, and New Years' traditions. And maybe future us doesn't need the apology that we haven't been consistent. (This post went live for supporters on December 23, 2025. If you want early, ad-free, and sometimes expanded episode…
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How To Land A Dream Job (Without Getting Lucky) | Ep #794
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Austin shares how you can land your dream job without relying on luck! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Don’t ‘hitchhike’ to your next job [1:47] - Get clear on where you’re going [3:18] - List 10-15 target companies [4:56] - Find 10-15 contacts at each of your target companies [6:20] - Build relationships with your contacts [10:54] - Build a VVP …
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In our final bonus episode of 2025, we uncover what really happens inside a literary agency. This week, we’re giving you a fly-on-the-wall look at a real agent meeting. CeCe is joined by fellow agents from Wendy Sherman Associates to talk trends, romantasy, cover reveals, editor movement, author marketing pressure, and what agents actually do after…
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“A sonnet,” said the poet Dante Gabriel Rossetti, “is a moment’s monument.” But who invented the sonnet? Who brought it to prominence? How has it changed over the years? And why does this form continue to be so compelling? In this episode of the History of Literature, we take a brief look at one of literature's most enduring forms, from its inventi…
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Steve Jobs once described the difference between good work and great work with a simple image: “When you’re a carpenter making a beautiful chest of drawers, you’re not going to use a piece of plywood on the back, even though it faces the wall and nobody will ever see it. You’ll know it’s there, so you’re going to use a beautiful piece of wood on th…
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Best of 2025: Treasa Edmond on offering content strategy as a service
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Have we got a treat for you! This episode with content strategist, business coach and consultant Treasa Edmond was one of our most popular episodes in 2025. It is full of gold for any freelancer wanting to move up the value chain and secure more high-paying clients. In our wide-ranging chat, Treasa talks about: • The different between offering cont…
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"You tell them enough information to show that you know 10% of what you're talking about, and your reader will assume you know the other 90%." In this episode, Mur discusses the seemingly innocuous action of research, and how it can become a trap that distracts from actual writing. Advent calendar info and AI complaints are free additions! Links Ki…
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7 Tips For Writing An Eye Catching Resume | Ep #793
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Austin shares 7 steps to make sure your resume grabs the recruiter’s attention, which can lead to more interviews and offers! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:40] - The psychology of attention [2:11] - Maximize the top & forget objectives/summaries [3:37] - Use a “Highlight Reel” [4:58] - Career summary & Case studies [8:01] - Extracurricular value Want…
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484: Turn Toward the Work That Lights You Up (Ep. 9)
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In this Write Big episode, Jennie reflects on the winter solstice as a powerful metaphor for the writing life. Using the natural turning of the year—from darkness back toward light—she explores what it means to keep choosing your work, especially when fear, rejection, discomfort, or uncertainty creep in. Writing big, she reminds us, isn’t about eli…
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The Djokovic Rule: Do You Like Hitting The Ball?
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In 2015, tennis legend Novak Djokovic was asked about the drivers of his exceptional on-court success. His response was simple: "I can carry on playing at this level because I like hitting the tennis ball." When the interviewer pressed him, asking whether there were players who don't, he continued: "There are people out there who don't have the rig…
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One Page to Impress: Writing a Strong Opening
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Send us a text Join Drake and Marie as they explore how to write interiority using a 12 layer model. We go over everything from showing, to telling, to worldview and more! Writer's room (50% off for lifetime membership): https://writersroom.mn.co/plans/338439?bundle_token=196fd3965307a65eee0d1bf2bc6fa5a6&utm_source=manual Membership for Just In Tim…
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All I can say about this week's episode is that Patrick's story about Christmas in his basement in Chicago, wins Christmas now and forever. For all of us and our at home the Maha'a Tiki Bar in the beautiful Pineapple Ranch, we wish you all a very MERRY CHRISTMAS, a Happy and Healthy New Year, and many perfectly, crafted cocktails! ★ Support this po…
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Marketing Part 10: Is Die Hard a Christmas Movie?
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Ben and Sara tackle the ageless question on this Christmas Day episode: Is Die Hard a Christmas movie? Or...not? Wading into the weeds on this, they discuss how marketing can make or break a book's success when released, which, while not as much fun as discussing Hollywood stars, is hopefully quite useful! To watch this episode on Youtube, click on…
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In this festive episode, Bianca, Carly, and CeCe unwrap two juicy query critiques! First up: — a whodunit-meets-reality-TV mashup where The Bachelor collides with Death on the Nile. The trio dishes on comps overload, missing love stories, and why “cozy romance” needs more than vibes. Then, a chilling turn with a literary horror set in Alaska. CeCe …
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Surviving The Holidays: Mistletoe? No. Missy Elliot? Yes!
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The holiday season can throw you so many curveballs that our best course of action was to do a grab-bag episode where both of us came up with advice on how to navigate our top holiday-themed yikes moments, and we closed it out by giving advice on suggestions from our Patreon! Wanna help with the production of the show? Join our Patreon at https://w…
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761 The Story of the Nativity (with Stephen Mitchell) | The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger (#4 Greatest Book of All Time)
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Stephen Mitchell has translated or adapted some of the world's most beautiful and spiritually rich texts, including The Gospel According to Jesus, The Book of Job, Gilgamesh, Tao Te Ching, Bhagavad Gita, The Iliad, The Odyssey, Beowulf, The Selected Poetry of Rainer Maria Rilke, Rilke's Letters to a Young Poet, and The Way of Forgiveness. In his la…
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In this special “the tables are turned” episode, host Paul Zeidman discusses his background and experience as a screenwriter, his thrill-omedy short SHECKY (and its crowdfunding), and (naturally) pie. https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/softsign_7ada6745-43d8-43a8-a6a2-590b3e627bb7/shecky-post-production…
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YGT 458: My Final 2025 Annual Side Quests Check-In
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Mentioned in this episode: my workflow YouTube channel connect with me on LinkedIn join my 2025 AMA series Prolific, my online community devoted to meaningful productivity my Higher Ed and Coaching edited collection Deeply Rooted retreat website purchase the retreat purchase the retreat and a coaching session my original YouTube channel on books an…
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Holy smokes! Now THIS is how you write a murder mystery. If you're a mystery writer, or simply want to watch an absolutely fantastic film during the holiday season, be sure to check out THE LAST OF SHEILA. This episode originally aired in Season 9 and it's one of our favourites. So sit back and enjoy, and we'll be back with a brand new show on Janu…
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7 Things College Never Taught You About Careers | Ep #792
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Austin shares 7 things that college never taught you about your career! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - College doesn’t teach you everything! [1:33] - A degree is NOT a guarantee & it’s all a numbers game [2:48] - Selling yourself & a resume is not enough [5:06] - Results are better than actions [6:36] - Most qualified applicant doesn’t always wi…
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When I started this newsletter in 2021, I had one simple goal: To share actionable ideas to help you build a high-performing, healthy, wealthy life. I had no idea that just a few years later, that simple focus would extend to reach nearly 1 million readers around the world. To say I'm humbled by this is something of an understatement. But I'm not s…
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#385 – From TikTok to Newsletters: Marketing Strategies for Authors with Jessica Rampersad
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In this episode, we welcomed PA and author assistant Jessica Rampersad, who joined us in talking about all things marketing, publicity, social media management, content creation, and more –all with indie authors as the focus! Jessica shared some insights into her work as an author assistance and offered some great tips and tricks for indie authors …
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Art describes three different stages of story development and explains how and why he and Tim provide different types of feedback depending on the stage the story is in. "Feedback on a work in progress can nurture a story or kill it, so we try to give feedback that helps enhance its strengths rather than showcase its flaws." To contact the show, em…
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