Best Arthur Franz Iv Tim Goodwin Podcasts (2025)

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REFILL: Genre and Prompts 3:20

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2d ago3:20

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Tim discusses how he uses prompts to keep his creativity flowing, then proposes a way to use genre (especially genres you don't usually visit) to spark new story ideas. Feel free to share your thoughts with us at [email protected]. Tim and Art are always happy to get the conversation started.…

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An Interview with Megan Michelle 49:25

9d ago49:25

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Tim and Art welcome into the corner booth Megan Michelle, author of the debut novel Skylark. Megan Michelle's stories blend the raw emotions of military life, the strength of feminism, and the passion of forbidden love. Her stories invite you to dive deep into the hearts of women who don’t just survive—they thrive, reclaiming their power and rewrit…

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REFILL: Inspiration and "The Gunner's Story" 9:05

16d ago9:05

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Art discusses the elusive sources of "inspiration" in our work, reading a long lost story fragment into the record as an object lesson in how the thing that inspires you might not be the thing you ultimately end up writing about. Feel free to share your thoughts with us at [email protected]. Tim and Art are always happy to get the …

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Why We Write...Pretty Much Hot Tubs 36:15

25d ago36:15

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Tim and Art discuss why they write and it has only a little to do with hot tubs! Join Tim and Art in the corner booth as they reveal why it is essential to articulate your personal "why," how that has changed over time, and what that knowledge can do to energize your current work. Feel free to share your thoughts with us at TiffinInnWritingWorkshop…

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REFILL: Understanding Why You Write 6:42

1M ago6:42

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Art explores the value in understanding "why" we want to write fiction, how that "why" can change over time, and how this knowledge can improve our overall quality. Feel free to share your thoughts with us at [email protected]. Tim and Art are always happy to get the conversation started.…

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An Interview with Nick Peck 32:08

1M ago32:08

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Tim and Art welcome into the corner booth Nick Peck, a 24 year-old California native and award-winning journalist, to discuss his debut novel "Only Way Out" available here. Tim and Art discuss how Nick's mining of his own emotional story made the novel feeling "easy" to write. Feel free to share your thoughts with us at TiffinInnWritingWorkshop@gma…

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REFILL: How to Write a Short Story 5:01

2M ago5:01

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Art presents a straightforward, 3-stage approach for writing a short story (Start, Say Something, Finish) that can lower those mental barriers and simplify the work of getting that magical first draft out of your head. Feel free to share your thoughts with us at [email protected]. Tim and Art are always happy to get the conversatio…

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Celebrating Your Wins 37:55

2M ago37:55

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Tim shares his perspective on publishing in his dream lit mag a whopping three times! Tim and Art discuss the best ways for Tim to revisit his novel to jump-start his progress. Then, Art teases thoughts about his latest ghostwriting opportunity and how satisfying it is to make money from creative writing. Feel free to share your thoughts with us at…

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REFILL: Creating With Lists 3:43

2M ago3:43

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Tim sets aside a couple of moments to share his thoughts on using lists to spur creative thought and maybe jump start another piece. Feel free to share your thoughts with us at [email protected]. Tim and Art are always happy to get the conversation started.By Tim Goodwin

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Writing for Screens Both Big and Small (featuring Cat Hammons) 45:47

2M ago45:47

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Tim and Art wlecome "Friend of the Show" screenwriter Cat Hammons back to the corner booth to discuss writing for screens big and small, using AI as a writing assistant, and the importance of keeping the reader/audience in mind when developing your stories. Feel free to share your thoughts with us at [email protected]. Tim and Art …

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REFILL: On Writing Prompts (featuring Bethany Jarmul) 5:08

2M ago5:08

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“Friend of the Show” Bethany Jarmul slides into the corner booth to offer her own Refill episode on writing prompts. Bethany breaks down what makes a good writing prompt, why prompts can help, where to find them, and how to use them in creating your best work. Feel free to share your thoughts with us at [email protected]. Tim and A…

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Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 19:56

3M ago19:56

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During an innocent conversation, Tim experiences imposter syndrome in real time. Luckily, we were recording it! Settle in to the corner booth with Tim as he reads his selected story “They Fired Up the Laser” into the record and subsequently wrestles with the event horizon of success. Tim and Art discuss how to stay focused on writing what you like …

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REFILL: Tapping into Emotions with Creative Nonfiction 13:09

3M ago13:09

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Art sets aside logic and process to explore how creative nonfiction, and the emotional vulnerability it can uncover, are powerful tools in creating memorable characters. Art shares an example of creative nonfiction from his past to showcase the potential power of authenticity. Feel free to share your thoughts with us at TiffinInnWritingWorkshop@gma…

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An Interview with Emily Rinkema 56:42

3M ago56:42

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Tim and Art are joined in the corner booth by author Emily Rinkema for a lively discussion of how to create memorable flash fiction. Emily Rinkema lives and writes in northern Vermont. For her real job, she works as a district curriculum and instruction leader, supporting and facilitating professional learning for teachers and administrators. She h…

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REFILL: Constraints Build Character 5:34

3M ago5:34

5:34

Art explores how to use a specific writing prompt as a constraint in building a character background. The prompt is "Describe your most unlikely relationship." Enjoy! Tim and Art have kicked off 1-on-1 story coaching workshops to make it easy and affordable to get valuable guidance on your personal work. Reading & feedback services start at only $2…

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Finding Writing Prompts 14:50

4M ago14:50

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Tim and Art discuss where they find writing prompts and how they use them to jumpstart creativity in drafting new pieces. They propose sharing writing prompts with each other and the audience, ultimately leaving the following writing prompt for everyone to work on: "Write a story about finding wisdom in the most unlikely place." If you try out the …

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REFILL: Breaking Terrible Habits 5:34

4M ago5:34

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Art reveals his process for spotting and expelling bad habits from his writing process. A delightful example of Art's continued failure is used as an object lesson of what not to do. Enjoy! Tim and Art have kicked off 1-on-1 story coaching workshops to make it easy and affordable to get valuable guidance on your personal work. Reading & feedback se…

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The 9-Step Writing Process 27:46

4M ago27:46

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Tim and Art unveil their revised 9-Step Writing Process for creating compelling stories. The 9 steps offer a sustainable approach to creative work. Try out the process and see how it aligns with your own writing strategy. Steal some tips. We won't tell. Tim and Art have kicked off 1-on-1 story coaching workshops to make it easy and affordable to ge…

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REFILL: Using Deadlines to Your Advantage 5:01

4M ago5:01

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Art explores the psychology of deadlines, why they work, and how you can use them to boost the productivity of your writing sessions. Tim and Art have kicked off 1-on-1 story coaching workshops to make it easy and affordable to get valuable guidance on your personal work. Reading & feedback services start at only $20! E-mail TiffinInnWritingWorksho…

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Do I Really Need That Writing Workshop? 28:33

5M ago28:33

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During the show hiatus, Tim participated in a 3-week writing workshop offered by SmokeLong Quarterly. Tim shares his overwhelmingly positive experience with Art, uncovering how the community and regular writing prompts supercharged his writing time. Listen in to discover what value there is in joining a writing community, even in short bursts. Tim …

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Making the Most of Reader Feedback 39:25

7M ago39:25

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Tim and Art discuss trends in feedback Art has received from his beta readers on his recent stories "V-Hold" and "Donut Fridays." Together they make sense of how different people can read the same work and have wildly different reactions and, more importantly, what decisions can come out of that. Art offers a method of providing feedback to other a…

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REFILL: Ethically Using AI in Your Writing Process 6:20

7M ago6:20

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Building off the discussion from the previous episode, Art explores how to ethically use AI to enhance your writing. Art performs a "science experiment" using three tools within the ToolBaz AI engine: AI Writer, Character Generator, and Story Prompt Generator. Remember, Tim and Art plan to pilot Tiffin Inn Writing Workshops online in 2025! Workshop…

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Constructive Feedback and The Case Against AI 40:42

8M ago40:42

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Tim and Art discuss how to decode constructive feedback when beta readers react differently to the same text. Feedback helps identify "cracks in the sidewalk" of your story where readers can trip up. Tim and Art discuss how to use this seemingly opposing feedback to uncover the real problem areas of your story. Then Tim and Art take hard right turn…

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REFILL: Beta Readers vs Editors 4:53

8M ago4:53

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Art explores the difference between beta readers and editors, specifically in how improving communication up front can boost the quality of the feedback on your story. Remember, Tim and Art plan to pilot Tiffin Inn Writing Workshops online in 2025! Workshops will be low cost, high impact, 1-hour sessions with instruction and guided practice. E-mail…

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Lessons Learned and Next Year's Goals 45:38

8M ago45:38

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Tim and Art close out 2024 with a look back on lessons learned this past year and new goals for 2025. Art discusses his goal to finish the first draft of his Sci-Fi novel and outlines what lessons learned have emboldened him to attempt it, while Tim discusses his desire to attempt higher word count stories in 2025 with an eye toward giving his char…

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Self-Publishing with E.B. Hauk 40:04

8M ago40:04

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Tim and Art welcome author E.B. Hauk to the corner booth to gain insights into her process of publishing her comic novel Heck McTyre, Neuromanfluencer. Join the discussion for tips on software she uses to help develop and promote the book, including Bookfunnel, BookBarbarian, BookRoar, and many others. The blurb for the novel: "Heck hasn't slept in…

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Exploring Self-Publishing with Jeff Giles 40:56

9M ago40:56

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Tim and Art welcome author Jeff Giles to the corner booth to talk about his process of publishing his first novel Langley Powell and the Society for the Defense of the Mundane. For the last 30-plus years and counting, Jeff Giles has been a pop culture writer of mild renown, with bylines at an array of publications including Paste Magazine, the Vill…

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REFILL: Exploring Self-Publishing Models 4:10

9M ago4:10

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Art introduces a two-part series of interviews coming in the next two weeks that focuses on the ins and outs of self-publishing. Tim and Art are inviting two new authors into the corner booth to discuss their experiences with hybrid publishers and with full-blown self-publishing strategies. The conversation should be enlightening for any who want t…

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Feedback Session for Art's Short Story "V-Hold" 39:25

9M ago39:25

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Art reads his latest short story, "V-Hold," into the record for Tim to critique. Tim and Art then explore how Art's process has changed (for the better) since the start of the podcast. Listen in on their conversation as a sample of how to give and accept feedback on your work with your writing group. Tim and Art plan to pilot Tiffin Inn Writing Wor…

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Refill: Listening To Your Gut 3:46

9M ago3:46

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Tim discusses the incredibly fast process from inception to publication on his latest story, and what role the inner editor plays in this process. Tim and Art plan to pilot Tiffin Inn Writing Workshops online in 2025! Workshops will be low cost, high impact, 1-hour sessions with instruction and guided practice. E-mail us at TiffinInnWritingWorkshop…

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Balancing Narrative and Metaphor 24:05

9M ago24:05

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Tim reveals his latest publication in one of his aspirational "dream journals." Tim and Art then compare and contrast common styles, focusing in on how much to use metaphor vs straightforward narrative storytelling. Join us in the corner booth and see where you fall in the range! Tim and Art plan to pilot Tiffin Inn Writing Workshops online in 2025…

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REFILL: Making a Writing Plan for 2025 5:44

10M ago5:44

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Success begins with planning. In this Refill episode, Art explores the purpose of our podcast episodes and how they are designed to add tools to your writing toolbelt. Art then lays out his writing plan for 2025 as a template for you to use as a starting point for your writing plan. Art finally reveals that in 2025 we plan to offer Tiffin Inn Writi…

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An Interview With Bethany Jarmul 50:32

10M ago50:32

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Tim and Art are delighted to be joined in the corner booth by acclaimed writer Bethany Jarmul, an Appalachian writer and poet. Her work has been published in 100+ literary magazines including Rattle, Brevity, Salamander, One Art, and Ghost Parachute. She’s the author of two chapbooks and one poetry collection—This Strange and Wonderful Existence (p…

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Gamifying your Writing Process 38:59

10M ago38:59

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Tim and Art discuss how to use role-playing games and writing activities to gamify your creative process. They also tease an important takeaway from next week's interview episode with author Bethany Jarmul about the importance of having a "turn" in your story. Tim and Art are ready to help! Join the conversation at [email protected]…

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REFILL: Diggin' in the Crates and a Novel Update 3:54

10M ago3:54

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Tim makes a case for the value in revisiting old work, then gives an update on his novel progress. Tim and Art are here to help, so email the show at [email protected] to get your conversation started.By Tim Goodwin

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Learning Secrets from Your Older Work 29:32

11M ago29:32

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Tim and Art discuss the value of revisiting older drafts to understand your writing journey. Whether it is to mine your past for story prompts, searching for promising unfinished work to revise, or just to plot your improvement over time, revisiting your past work can offer clues on how to better approach your current and future drafts. Tim and Art…

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REFILL: Role-Playing to Practice Characterization 5:10

11M ago5:10

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Is your creative battery drained or running low? Art describes how using role-playing can help free up your internal editor and create opportunities to explore new characterization. Art shares a story from his early role-playing days that demonstrates how a simple game can free you up to find unexpected studies in character. Tim and Art are here to…

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Putting Your Characters Under Stress 28:41

11M ago28:41

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Tim and Art return for Season 4 by revisiting the fundamentals. Is your story missing something? Does your main character glide through your story with very little at stake? Is the action happening "around" them rather than your character struggling through it? Tim and Art present four easy button concepts to apply to ensure that you put your chara…

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Prepping for the Next Draft of a Novel 10:54

11M ago10:54

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With Season 4 just around the corner, Tim and Art offer a glimpse into their unscripted conversations about their own work. Up this week, Art responds to Tim's novel draft with encouragement and a path forward. Tim and Art are here to help, so email the show at [email protected] to get your conversation started.…

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Season 3 Finale - Expanding Your Creativity 52:24

1y ago52:24

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Tim and Art look back at Season 3 for lessons learned and cast their gaze forward at Season 4. Even during the hiatus, Tim and Art are here to help. Email the show at [email protected] to get the conversation started.By Arthur Franz IV, Tim Goodwin

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REFILL: Identifying Your Ideal Reader 4:30

1y ago4:30

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The ”ideal reader” is that one person in the world, whether real or imagined, who really GETS what we are trying to do and who LOVES our take on fiction. In this Refill episode, Art demonstrates how Q&A can help you define what your "ideal reader" looks like. Knowing this can help you stay focused on the kind of fiction you want to produce as well …

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Setting Higher Standards 35:52

1y ago35:52

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Have you ever been less than satisfied with your work in progress? Your latest drafts have you rethinking fundamental decisions you've made as a writer? Then join us as Tim cousels Art through his crisis of conscience about the quality of his work in progress. What should Art do to get back to the "good stuff"? In this episode, we reference a publi…

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REFILL: Critiquing Yourself 6:11

1y ago6:11

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It can be worthwhile to journal about your flaws, whether real or imagined. This is one of the many obstacles we face on our journey to create art. Art demonstrates how to be introspective and critique your own work as a way to refocus and improve rather than giving in to negative thinking. Tim and Art are here to help, so email the show at TiffinI…

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Getting Motivated After Rejections 18:14

1y ago18:14

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Tim and Art discuss their submission goals and lay out how to mentally bounce back from rejections and stay focused on your fiction. Tim and Art are here to help, so email the show at [email protected] to get your conversation started.By Arthur Franz IV, Tim Goodwin

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Getting Inspired to Revise Your Fiction 24:00

1y ago24:00

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Tim and Art discuss how to get back into the right frame of mind to revise your fiction. When we decide to go back, why does that first draft read so much worse than we remember? How can you begin again once you've lost the initial spark of creativity? What's the right way to resume work without messing up what you've already done? Tim and Art are …

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REFILL: Active Reading Can Improve Your Writing 5:56

1y ago5:56

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Art discusses the process of "Active Reading" as a way to pan for gold in published stories. Reading authors with intentionality and purpose can help unlock elements of style or voice that you want to adopt. Art presents a method for getting the most writing benefit out of your reading experience. Tim and Art are here to help, so email the show at …

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Feedback Session for Art's Short Story 55:07

1y ago55:07

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Tim provides feedback on Art's story "Donut Fridays" from last week's Refill episode. This unscripted feedback session on Art's story is intended to demonstrate best practices of giving and receiving feedback with a trusted beta reader. Tim asks open-ended questions about choices Art made in the story, resulting in a "to do" list of things for Art …

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REFILL: "Donut Fridays" by Arthur Franz IV 6:46

1y ago6:46

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Art reads his 825-word short story "Donut Fridays" into the record in preparation for Tim's feedback during next week's episode. Art is open to your feedback, so if you want to share your thoughts on this draft of the story, email the show at [email protected] to help Art make this story the best it can be.…

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On Confidence 39:51

1+ y ago39:51

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Tim and Art discuss their experiences in gaining (and losing and regaining) confidence in their writing output. They discuss how they know when a piece is “done” and ready for submission. They also reveal how imperative it is to reject the arrogance that sustained them in their youth because ultimately it made it harder to improve as professionals.…

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REFILL: Recharging Your Creativity 5:52

1+ y ago5:52

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Art presents four ways to recharge your creativity when your discipline is high but the quality or quantity of your writing output is just not cutting it. Tim and Art are here to help, so email the show at [email protected] to get your conversation started.By Arthur Franz IV