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Join Rachael Herron and J. Thorn every Wednesday for conversations about writing from craft to wellness.

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    The Writer's Well Episode 193: Update March 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2023 30:48


    We're back with an update! Listen in as Rachael and J. catch up and talk about an exciting future. Rachael Herron - http://rachaelherron.com/ J. Thorn - https://theauthorlife.com/

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    The Writer's Well Episode 192: Five Years Ago Today

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2022 32:22


    Can you believe we started this crazy thing five years ago today? Listen in as Rachael and J. catch up and reminisce about the good (?) ole days. Rachael Herron - http://rachaelherron.com/ J. Thorn - https://theauthorlife.com/

    The Writer's Well Episode 191: An Update!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2020 25:43


    Surprise! An update with Rachael and J. Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s new thang - https://revolutionfi.com

    The Writer's Well Episode 190: Goodbye...for now.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 25:41


    In this difficult and emotional episode, J. and Rachael explain why The Writer's Well is going on an indefinite hiatus.We will miss you all and so appreciate your support over the years.With love,Rachael and J.Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 189: How do you optimize your writing productivity?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 26:27


    Rachael revisits a favorite topic this week as she asks J. about the ways in which he makes sure the writing (and work) gets done.Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 188: What are you going to say to your “future me?”

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 26:39


    It's time to future trip in this week's episode of The Writer's Well. J. asks Rachael what she plans on saying to her future self.FutureMe.org - https://www.futureme.org/ Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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    The Writer's Well Episode 187: In the past 12 months, what has been your biggest challenge and what has been your biggest joy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 29:00


    In this week's official murder episode, Rachael asks J. to reflect on the highs and lows of the past 12 months.Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 186: How do you not overdo a good thing?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 24:50


    J. is up this week with a health-themed question about mental health and addiction. What happens when you get too much of the good stuff?The Career Author Summit 2021 - https://thecareerauthor.com/events/Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 185: How have we benefited from being white?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2020 41:33


    Rachael and J. tackle a relevant and critical topic this week. Join them for a raw and honest conversation about systemic racism and its devastating consequences.The Career Author Summit 2021 - https://thecareerauthor.com/events/Yo, Is This Racist? - https://yoisthisracist.com/ Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 184: What will be the title of your memoir?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2020 20:29


    With Rachael a bit under the weather, J. invites bestselling author and all-around beautiful human, Stephanie Bond to the show. Stephanie stumps J. with a question about his memoir.Stephanie Bond - https://stephaniebond.com/Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 183: How do you make your character voices distinct?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2020 26:27


    After working with Jeff Elkins on his latest manuscript, J. asks Rachael about the uniqueness and authenticity of her character's voices.Consequences of Rock - https://consequencesofrock.com/ Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 182: What things in writing are out of your control?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020 27:19


    After going “round and round” about Ratt, Rachael asks J. about the things in writing that can or can't be controlled.Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 181: What will your obituary say?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2020 26:38


    The theme for this month is relationships so J. asks Rachael about how she hopes to be remembered by those closest to her. Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 180: What is your morning routine?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 32:08


    J. returns after a short break (not really a break) and asks Rachael one of those questions that always prompts a different answer. Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 179: How Can We Apply Binge-Watching to Our Writing?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 32:02


    Today, Rachael talks to Priscilla Oliveras about why we binge-watch television and what it can do for our writing! PRISCILLA OLIVERAS is a USA Today bestselling author and 2018 RWA® RITA® double finalist who writes contemporary romance with a Latinx flavor. She and her work have earned praise from the Washington Post, New York Times, Entertainment Weekly, Redbook, Publishers Weekly, and Booklist, amongst others. Priscilla earned her MFA in Writing Popular Fiction from Seton Hill University and currently serves as adjunct faculty in the program and teaches the online class "Romance Writing" for ed2go. While she's a devotee of the romance genre, Priscilla also considers herself a sports fan, beach lover, and Zumba aficionado, who often practices the art of napping in her backyard hammock.Oprah's Beach Read list: https://www.oprahmag.com/entertainment/books/g26765235/best-beach-reads/?slide=9Binge-watching articles:https://wistia.com/learn/marketing/science-behind-why-we-binge-watchhttps://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/2020/05/02/coronavirus-quarantine-binge-watching-healthy-escape-column/3060846001/https://www.thoroldnews.com/coronavirus-covid-19-local-news/covid-19-pandemic-not-to-blame-for-tv-binge-watching-says-brock-prof-2325993Kdrama list, in order of Priscilla's preferenceCrash Landing on You (Hyun Bin, lead actor, *swoony sigh*) (also, great romantic soundtrack on YouTube)Cinderella and Four Knights (hero has some moving Declaration lines, spunky heroine) (good soundtrack, too)Romance is a Bonus Book (older heroine with spunk)My Secret Romance Something in the Rain (liked the hero, not sure the heroine did enough to deserve him, good soundtrack)Memories of Alhambra (a bit sci-fi-ish, Hyun Bin, needed a little more romance)Supercharge Your Scene 5-Day Writing Challenge (free) - http://superchargeyourscene.com Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 178: If You Couldn't Write Books, How Would You Be Creative?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2020 29:06


    The awesome Mark Leslie Lefebvre is an author, podcaster, and professional speaker who's also a digital publishing book nerd and craft beer lover. Today, he steps into J's shoes and talks with Rachael about how creativity might well up if the book flow dried up. Here's Mark's original Stealers Wheel Parody of Stuck in the Middle with Youhttps://youtu.be/kFUlLTP1SgE Here's the K-Tel Compilation Parodyhttps://youtu.be/q4yvcNoXJfY And the latest "Dad Joke Short Film" stupid video - "Under Attack!"https://youtu.be/7atPDNgJBDUDon't forget! Supercharge Your Scene 5-Day Writing Challenge (free) - http://superchargeyourscene.com Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 177: How Do You Organize and Use the Information You Learn about Writing?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2020 23:03


    J's on break for a few weeks, so the awesome Jeff Adams joins Rachael today on the show! Together, they talk about what they actually DO with all those pages of great ideas they bring home from conferences and summits, in person or virtual. Supercharge Your Scene 5-Day Writing Challenge (free) - http://superchargeyourscene.com Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 176: What are your top 3 writing tools (physical)?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2020 30:48


    Off the high of The Career Author Summit, Rachael and J. catch up and talk about favorite writing tools. Computers and software doesn't count.Supercharge Your Scene 5-Day Writing Challenge (free) - http://superchargeyourscene.com Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 175: What is your impossible?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2020 25:27


    J. asks Rachael to share one of her scary dreams. The good kind that get us out of bed in the morning. Also, J. introduces his upcoming free 5-day writing challenge.Supercharge Your Scene 5-Day Writing Challenge (free) - http://superchargeyourscene.com What I Talk About When I Talk About Running - https://amzn.to/2YHQ44kRachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 174: How do you give and take reviews?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020 27:28


    Reviews can be polarizing on many levels. Rachael asks J. how gives and takes reviews and they discuss the differences between reviews for fiction and nonfiction.Secret Powers of the Author Mastermind: How to Transform from Struggling Writer to Career Author - https://books2read.com/authormastermind Co-writing a Book Mini Course with Joanna Penn - https://creative-penn-courses.teachable.com/p/co-writing-a-bookWrite Away Podcast with Crys Cain - https://writeawaypodcast.com/ Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 173: How much inner angst do you share with your loved ones?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 30:52


    This month's health-themed episode is emotional health and so J. asks Rachael how much she shares with her loved ones and how that impacts her productivity.Next Level Author Podcast https://pod.link/1508555372 Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 172: How do you approach writing endings?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2020 23:37


    Endings can be tricky. In this episode, Rachael asks J. how he makes sure that the ending is convincing and satisfying to readers.Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 171: How will your business be different 6 months from now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 28:31


    As the world continues to turn (and change), J. asks Rachael to create a vision of her future for her business.Save Indie Bookstores - https://www.saveindiebookstores.com/ Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 170: What change have you made that has made all the difference for your writing?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020 28:33


    Sometimes we can identify moments of change in our writing trajectory, and sometimes we can't. Rachael poses a fun and open-ended question to J. in this episode.Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 169: How has adversity changed your approach to writing?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2020 30:11


    The world has been upended. In these turbulent times and during rough personal stretches, J. wants to know how adversity has changed Rachael's approach to writing.Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 168: Do you pray?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2020 31:29


    For the spiritual health-themed episode this month, Rachael asks J. if he talks to a higher power, and if so, in what ways. Also, J. laments the fact that he doesn't have 22 year old knees any longer.Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 167: How do your feelings about the supernatural affect your writing?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2020 28:38


    Rachael didn't bother waiting for Halloween. After a brief conversation on the state of the virus, Rachael asks J. his feelings about the supernatural and then she decides to investigate “elevated horror.”Rachael's picture - http://theauthorlife.com/downloads/herron.jpg Three Story Method - https://books2read.com/threestorymethod Three Story Method Workbook - https://books2read.com/threestorymethodworkbook Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 166: Which writer do you most want to be?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2020 25:26


    We all look up to someone. J. asks Rachael which writer she most wants to be and why.Three Story Method - https://books2read.com/threestorymethod Three Story Method Workbook - https://books2read.com/threestorymethodworkbook Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 165: Tell me about your antagonist...

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2020 28:52


    With a big rewrite looming, Rachael asks J. about his antagonists so she can start thinking about how to fix hers. Also, J. announces the publication of Three Story Method.Three Story Method - https://books2read.com/threestorymethod Three Story Method Workbook - https://amzn.to/37SAR1a Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 164: How do you eat?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2020 35:49


    In this month's health-themed episode, J. asks Rachael about her dietary habits. The two writers discuss what it takes to be nutritionally well.Wasting it - Seth Godin - https://seths.blog/2020/02/wasting-it/ Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 163: What's one thing you were completely wrong about?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2020 21:30


    It's not always easy to admit you're wrong. In this episode, J. asks Rachael about one thing she got wrong and then what she did about it.Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 162: When was the moment you knew you had to be a writer?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2020 25:22


    Riffing on a question Rachael fielded while in Pittsburgh, she asks J. about that magical (or not so magical moment) when he knew he had to be a writer..Rachael and J. on The Secret Library Podcast - https://secretlibrarypodcast.com/episodes/herron-thorn-s2-ep2 Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 161: What is your morning routine on the weekend?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2020 18:11


    Are weekends for sleeping in and Saturday morning cartoons? Find out when J. asks Rachael about her weekend morning routine.Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 160: What are you addicted to?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2020 24:33


    After a week at Spirit Rock, Rachael comes home and asks J. a question about addictive behaviors for the monthly health-themed episode.Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain - https://www.drawright.com/Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 159: How do you decide which story to tell next?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2020 29:20


    Most writers have shiny object syndrome. J. asks Rachael about her decision making process when it comes to new stories.FI101 - https://academy.choosefifoundation.org/Rachael's 90 Day Revision Masterclass - https://rachaelherron.com/revision/Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 158: What does community mean to you?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2020 26:23


    Live from Rachael's living room! After an incredible experience with Authors on a Train California Dreaming, J. and Rachael sit on her couch and talk with Zach about the power of community.Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 157: What does your auto responder sequence look like?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2020 33:50


    Writers talk about nurturing their list, but what does that mean? J. asks Rachael about her auto responder sequence and the two discuss how it looks for fiction and non-fiction.Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 156: What do you wish you'd done better? What are you most proud? What is your intention? (The 2019 to 2020 Episode)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2020 25:23


    Happy new year! In this episode, Rachael asks J. two questions about 2019 and one question about 2020. A great way to end one year and begin another.The Author Life: A Collection of Essays on Craft, Marketing, and Mindset - https://books2read.com/theauthorlife Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 155: What would life be like without your significant other?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2019 25:44


    With a perfectly timed Christmas episode, J. asks Rachael a question about relationship wellness. Join the lovefest for the holiday.Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 154: What has been the most challenging thing you've done professionally in the recent past?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2019 34:31


    J. asks Rachael a difficult question that leads the two friends down an emotional conversation that you won't want to miss.Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 153: How do you name your characters?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2019 25:59


    Rachael brings a fun and lively question to J. about character naming conventions. The two discuss different tools and strategies you can use to make your names interesting and meaningful.Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 152: How do you boost your mood?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2019 30:08


    As November moves into December and much of the northern hemisphere is staring down the barrel of winter, J. asks Rachael about how she lightens things up on those dark days. Also, J. has a special announcement about a new podcast he's co-hosting with J.D. Barker.Writers, Ink Podcast - https://writersinkpodcast.com The Happiness Lab Podcast - https://www.happinesslab.fm/Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 151: What do you do about long-term disability insurance?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2019 29:44


    In this month's themed episode, Rachael asks J. about health insurance. Should she take a chance and invest the money or purchase long-term disability insurance?*We are not medical or financial professionals. Nothing on this podcast is advice. We love you, but we're not doctors.The FIRE documentary - https://amzn.to/2CVW50X Rachael's Barcelona retreat - https://rachaelherron.com/barcelona/ Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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    The Writer's Well Episode 150: Where do you get your ideas?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2019 24:21


    Rachael brings what she thinks will be a lightweight question. But the answer turns into a more thoughtful and interesting conversation. Answering on behalf of authors everywhere for when someone asks, “Where do you get your ideas?”Rachael's Barcelona retreat - https://rachaelherron.com/barcelona/ J.'s Mastermind Group Application - https://theauthorlife.com/mastermind Application deadline is November 24, 2019Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 149: Why write a memoir?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2019 34:26


    Rachael and J. have a big announcement today that directly ties to the question about memoir. Why write one?Rachael's Barcelona retreat - https://rachaelherron.com/barcelona/J.'s Mastermind Group Application - https://theauthorlife.com/mastermindApplication deadline is November 24, 2019Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 148: What does financial independence mean to you?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2019 36:51


    Being financially independent is a dream for most people. This week Rachael asks J. what financial independence looks like and they discuss initial thoughts on how to reach it.J.'s Mastermind Group Application - https://theauthorlife.com/mastermind Econome Conference - https://economeconference.com/ Choose FI Podcast - https://www.choosefi.com/ Playing with Fire (book and documentary) https://www.playingwithfire.co/ Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 147: How do you cope with unexpected events?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2019 28:07


    The health and wellness theme for this month's episode is emotional health. J. asks Rachael about what she does when the unexpected happens.Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 146: How do you approach genre?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2019 24:06


    With Rachael away on vacation, J. asks friend, full-time author, and frequent commenter, Crys Cain on the show to discuss how genre affects her writing and marketing.Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 145: Should I give up or double down?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2019 25:42


    J. asks Rachael a question about a manuscript he has on submission, but the conversation applies to many decisions we have to make as authors. Give up or double down?Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 144: Is it worth it?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2019 36:31


    This week, Rachael hits J. with a doozy, asking him to explain a question he asked in his weekly email post. Is this thing worth it?J.'s original post - https://theauthorlife.com/failure-is-an-option/VA for hire - edwardgiordano@gmail.com Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Writer's Well Episode 143: What have you learned from writing that you've applied in other aspects of your life?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2019 24:50


    What's your answer to our question? Leave one in the comments…Skills transfer. Join Rachael and J. as they discuss how their writing has improved from skills developed in other aspects of life.Rachael's Query Letter Service - http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.'s Author Services - https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ Rate & subscribe on iTunes and then share with other writers.Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thewriterswell More information here - http://thewriterswell.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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