Podcasts about Creative writing

Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailIn this inspiring episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we sit down with Kyle Kolber, a talented author who has turned his struggles with dyslexia into a powerful narrative of resilience and creativity. Kyle shares his journey from a young boy battling self-doubt and imposter syndrome to a published author of multiple books. He emphasizes that our greatest limitations can often become our greatest strengths.Kyle recounts his early experiences with dyslexia, explaining how it affected his reading and writing abilities until a dedicated teacher helped him unlock his potential. He reflects on the challenges he faced while writing his first book during the COVID lockdown and how that creative outlet became a saving grace. Throughout the conversation, Kyle offers valuable insights into:- The impact of dyslexia on his life and writing journey- Overcoming imposter syndrome and finding confidence in his craft- The importance of accessibility in literature and writing for diverse audiences- His upcoming projects, including the final books in his Universe series and a new tale about the Connecticut melon heads.Join us for an uplifting discussion that encourages listeners to pursue their creative dreams, regardless of the obstacles they may face. For more information about Kyle and his work, visit his website or follow him on social media.Support the show

Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailIn this thrilling episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we dive deep into the mind of Maria Denison, an accomplished author and entrepreneur, known for her captivating *Reflex* series. With a career that has spanned 50 states and 40 countries, Maria draws upon her rich experiences to craft suspenseful tales that challenge readers to question their beliefs and perceptions.Join us as Maria shares her journey from corporate America to becoming a self-published author, revealing how her keen observation of human behavior and powerful use of language have shaped her storytelling. She discusses the unique characteristics of her protagonists, the importance of emotional depth in her characters, and her approach to weaving realism with a touch of the preternatural.In this episode, you will learn:- The significance of crafting dialogue and communication in both business and storytelling- How travel and immersion in different cultures enhance her narrative style- The difference between preternatural and paranormal themes in literature- The challenges of genre-blending and marketing unique stories- Insights into her upcoming projects, including a standalone romance that promises to showcase her signature style in a new light.Maria's perspective on manipulation in relationships and the complexities of human interactions adds an intriguing layer to her narratives. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that will inspire you to explore your own storytelling potential and appreciate the art of words. For more information on Maria and her work, visit www.mariadenison.comSupport the show

“We're all salespeople at the end of the day.”Whether you're pitching a movie, an idea, or yourself, persuasion is about more than the story you're telling—it's also about the story your audience sees for themselves. For Deadpool and Zombieland screenwriter Rhett Reese, that means keeping communication concise, compelling, and centered on what your audience needs. In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Reese joins Matt Abrahams to share lessons from screenwriting that apply far beyond Hollywood. From cutting unnecessary words to crafting pitches that make your audience the protagonist, he explores how storytelling, collaboration, and clarity can make any message more persuasive.Takeaways:Every pitch tells two stories. You're selling the idea itself, but you're also showing your audience how saying yes can solve their problem, reduce their risk, and lead to their success.Brevity makes your message stronger. Cutting unnecessary words and choosing them carefully helps your ideas land with greater clarity, impact, and memorability.Activity:Tell the second story. Take a pitch you're currently working on and write one sentence describing the idea you're selling. Then write a second sentence from your audience's perspective: “If I say yes, what becomes possible for me?” Use that second story to reshape your pitch around their success, not just your idea.Printable Expanded Takeaways & ActivitiesEpisode Reference Links:Rhett ReeseEp.167 Hollywood Lessons For Successful Communication Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction (01:18) - Make Every Word Count (03:09) - How to Pitch an Idea (07:38) - Creatively Collaborating (10:35) - Creating Space for Feedback (12:49) - AI & the Future of Hollywood (16:44) - The Final Three Questions (23:15) - Conclusion ********Thank you to our sponsors.  These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.Strawberry.me. Get 50% off your first coaching session today at Strawberry.me/smartJoin our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be. 

Jeff Kopstein, Professor of Political Science at the University of California, Irvine, talks with us about putting together a compelling application for academic jobs. We talk not only about assistant professorship applications, but about the shift in tone and content for associate and full professorship applications. Don't forget to rate and review our show and follow us on all social media platforms here: https://linktr.ee/writingitpodcast Contact us with questions, possible future topics/guests, or comments here: https://writingit.fireside.fm/contact

America has a crisis of young men—and Tony Woodlief believes fatherhood, faith, and stronger communities could be part of the answer. On The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with writer, political scientist, and author Tony Woodlief for a wide-ranging conversation about fatherhood, masculinity, parenting, faith, politics, education, artificial intelligence, and finding purpose in an increasingly disconnected culture. Woodlief explains why he believes too many young men have been left without meaningful friendships, employment, education, or connections to institutions and communities. He discusses the difference between simply being a parent and intentionally being a father, why modern portrayals of masculinity often miss the mark, and what can be done to help men searching for direction and purpose. Karol and Tony also explore his unconventional approach to politics and federalism, including why he believes massive school districts have weakened parents’ control over their children's education and why breaking them into smaller, locally accountable districts could produce better results. Plus, Tony offers his provocative prediction about artificial intelligence and the future of writing and art, explains why AI may expose rather than destroy bad creative work, and shares the simple daily practice he believes can dramatically improve your life: intentional gratitude. It’s a thoughtful conversation about raising children, becoming better men, strengthening families, reclaiming local control, and finding meaning in a rapidly changing America.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch as a full video interview on YouTubeLudo Cinelli is an Agent and the Managing Director at Eve White Literary Agency. He joined the company in 2017 and has an MA in Creative Writing from Royal Holloway, University of London. He represents fiction, non-fiction and children's authors across genres and was shortlisted as British Book Awards Literary Agent of the Year in 2022 and 2026.We had an interesting chat with Ludo about how he got into agenting (and chat about the variety of paths people can take to become an agent), and what catches his attention in queries. We also chat about some bad habits in queries, and discuss why the market is difficult at the moment. Plus, Ludo offers his advice to writers out there who are looking to query soon.Links:Submit to Eve White nowFollow Ludo on InstagramSupport us on Patreon and get the podcast early and ad-free, along with other great benefits, including a bonus episodes: https://www.patreon.com/ukpageoneListen to authors telling stories together on our sister show, Narrative DamagePage One - The Writer's Podcast is brought to you by Write Gear, creators of Page One - the Writer's Notebook. Learn more and order yours now: https://www.writegear.co.uk/page-oneFollow us on FacebookFollow us on InstagramFollow us on BlueskyFollow us on ThreadsPage One - The Writer's Podcast is part of STET Podcasts - the one stop shop for all your writing and publishing podcast needs! Follow STET Podcasts on Instagram and Bluesky Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeremy Szal was raised by wild dingoes, which should explain a lot. He writes epic fantasy and dark space opera of a character-driven, morally grey nature. He sold The Common trilogy to Gollancz/Orion when he was 23, which includes STORMBLOOD, BLINDSPACE, and WOLFSKIN, about a drug harvested from alien DNA that makes users permanently addicted to adrenaline and aggression. He's the author of over fifty short stories, translated into seventeen languages, many of which appear in his short fiction collection BROKEN STARS. He was the editor for the Hugo-winning StarShipSofa until 2020 and has a BA in Film Studies and Creative Writing from UNSW. He carves out a living in Sydney, Australia with his family, where he loves watching weird movies, eating Japanese food, exploring cities, learning languages, cold weather and dark humour. Find him at https://jeremyszal.substack.com/ or @jeremyszalNarration by: Doni NicollDoni Nicoll-Duir (nickel-dar) is originally from the Western Slope of Colorado. He has lived in and out of Arizona his whole life and now finds himself settling down in Tucson, AZ. Doni works in the renewable energy sector as a design engineer and permitting specialist. When Doni isn't working on saving the planet, one rooftop at a time, or trying to keep up with his teenage daughter, he can be found cooking, hiking or playing board games with his friends at one of the local breweries.Fact: Looking Back At Genre History by Amy H SturgisSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/starshipsofa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Kachuba is an award-winning author of twelve books as well as numerous articles, short stories, and poems. Holding advanced degrees in Creative Writing, John has taught through Ohio University and the Gotham Writers Workshop and is a member of the Historical Novel Society and Horror Writers Association. His expertise has also taken him around the world, working with writers and students in Cambodia, Malta, Portugal, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. Beyond writing, John has developed a deep fascination with the paranormal, folklore, supernatural traditions, and the strange stories cultures have told for generations.A popular speaker on paranormal and metaphysical subjects, John has appeared at universities, libraries, paranormal conferences, and across radio, television, and podcasts. One of the most fascinating areas of John's research is the centuries-old belief in shapeshifters—humans, spirits, witches, and mysterious entities said to transform from one form into another. From ancient legends to modern encounters, John explores the question: Are shapeshifters simply folklore, or could something very real be hiding behind these incredible stories?Spaced Out Radio is your nightly source for alternative information, starting at 9pm Pacific, 12am Eastern.  We broadcast LIVE every night. #UFO #UAP #AlienDisclosure #UFOSightings #UFOCoverUp #Aliens #SpacedOutRadio #Paranormal #UFOCommunity #disclosure -------------------------------------------------------You can now join the Space Traveler's Club;Join us at  https://www.patreon.com/sor_space_travelers_club  --------------------------------------------------------Grab Our Latest Spaced Out Radio Gear At:http://spacedoutradio.com/shop  It's a great way to support our show!--------------------------------------------------------OUR LINKS:TWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/spacedoutradio   FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/spacedoutradioshow  SPACED OUT RADIO - INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/spacedoutradioshow  DAVE SCOTT - INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/davescottsor   TWITCH: https://www.twitch.com/spacedoutradioshow  WEBSITE: http://www.spacedoutradio.comGUEST IDEAS OR QUESTIONS FOR SOR?Contact Klaus at bookings@spacedoutradio.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spaced-out-radio--1657874/support.

Ten years ago, I quit my last traditional job and jumped into full-time self-employment with almost no safety net. Earlier this month, that moment officially became a decade of doing just that: running this business as a solopreneur. I could've made this episode a highlight reel, but instead I spent the first two weeks of this month figuring out what was actually worth sharing with you.In this episode, I'm walking through 10 takeaways from a decade of running my business: what I've learned about pricing, strategy, consistency, redefining success, and the perfectionism that's slowed me down more times than I'd like to admit. Some of these are lessons I learned once. Others I'm still relearning. All of them got me where I am today. And for that, I am grateful_____________________________________________ EPISODE 192.Read the show notes and view the full transcript here: Coming soon!______________________________________________Here's the info on your host, Erin OllilaErin Ollila believes in the power of words and how a message can inform – and even transform – its intended audience. She graduated from Fairfield University with an M.F.A. in Creative Writing, and went on to co-found Spry, an award-winning online literary journal.When Erin's not helping her clients understand their website data or improve their website copy, you can catch her hosting the Talk Copy to Me podcast and guesting on shows such as Profit is a Choice, Mindful Marketing, The Power in Purpose, and Business-First Creatives.Stay in touch with Erin Ollila, SEO website copywriter:• Learn more about my intensive options or just book a strategy session to get started right away• Visit my website to learn more about my business, services, and products

Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailIn this enlightening episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we are joined by H. A. Callum, a multifaceted writer, poet, and former legal professional with 25 years of experience in the field. H. A. shares his unique journey from the legal world to the realm of storytelling, discussing the significant moments that have shaped his career and his passion for writing.H. A. opens up about his advocacy for child protection laws, revealing how personal circumstances have propelled him into activism. His experiences working alongside renowned legal professionals on high-stakes environmental and pharmaceutical cases have provided him with a wealth of stories that inform his writing. He reflects on the profound impact of these cases on the lives of everyday people and how they inspire his narrative craft.Listeners will gain insight into H. A.'s teaching philosophy at Delaware Valley University, where he encourages aspiring writers to persevere in the face of rejection and to embrace the joy of writing. He emphasizes the importance of separating one's identity from their work and finding constructive feedback to grow as a writer.H. A. also discusses his upcoming novel, *Red, White and Buttercup*, which combines magical realism with timely social themes, showcasing his commitment to storytelling that resonates with young readers. As a devoted family man, H. A. shares how his family influences his writing and the legacy he hopes to leave behind.Join us for an inspiring conversation that explores the intersection of law, writing, and advocacy, and discover how H. A. Callum continues to make a difference through his words and actions.What You'll Learn in This Episode:- The transition from legal professional to writer and storyteller- Insights into advocacy for child protection laws and community involvement- The importance of resilience in the writing journey- Tips for aspiring writers on handling rejection and seeking feedback- A sneak peek into H. A.'s upcoming novel and its themesFor more information on H. A. Callum and his work, visit hacallumwrites.com and follow him on social media for updates on his writing journey.Support the show

What's this? Out on a Friday? The weekend's just started early! May yours we weird and wondrous enough.Play. Discover. Be discovered. Join award-winning fantasy and dreampunk author, Anna Tizard, in a journey into creative writing using the surrealist word game of Exquisite Corpse. Brainstorming and writing short stories has never been so rich in discovery and surprises. Listeners' words are drawn from the legendary Socks of Destiny and mixed into writing prompts which lead to the most unexpected story ideas—and a fascinating exploration of writing craft.Listeners are also warmly invited to share their own microfiction and poetry based on the previous show's prompts. Subscribe for free to Anna Tizard's private email list and receive an e-book to begin your journey into The Book of Exquisite Corpse (includes exclusive material not published anywhere else). Go to www.annatizard.com.Sometimes Anna uses a 12-sided dice to choose a further category to suggest a direction for a story idea. These categories are: 1) a book or magazine 2) a job or role, takenon reluctantly, 3) a pub or café, 4) a portal or means of travel, 5) a piece of treasure or magical, sought-after object, 6) a monster or creature, 7) an invention, 8) a weapon, 9) a hidden identity or disguise, 10) a scar (physical or psychological), 11) a ghost, or 12) or a cocktail or special tea (or a magic potion or poison).

“My writing often comes to me that way–something that interests me in the real life world, something kind of political and thorny, something I don't entirely totally know how I think about it, something I'm interested in exploring.” These words from short story writer and novelist Claire Boyles are at the heart of this episode on the relationship between fiction and real life. How might having personal experience in a certain arena both help and hinder our ability to use it as material for fiction? How can characters drive the way opinions are explored in a book? How do we create more compelling characters? What must be let go as we create a fictional realm? How can fiction help us explore “thorny” political themes? And how might our past lives help us in practical ways as we move forward in our creative lives?Claire Boyles (she/her) is a writer and former farmer. Her debut novel, Appraisals, is forthcoming in August 2026. A 2022 Whiting Award winner in fiction, she is the author of Site Fidelity, which won the High Plains Book Award and was longlisted for the PEN/Robert W. Bingham Award, the Colorado Book Award, and the Reading the West Award. Her nonfiction has appeared in Sierra Magazine and Virginia Quarterly Review, among other journals, and she is a screenwriter with multiple credits on the Hallmark Channel. She splits time between Loveland, Colorado and Ames, Iowa, where she is an Assistant Professor of Creative Writing and the Environment at Iowa State University.Claire will be a speaker at the Grand Mesa Writer's Symposium in Cedaredge on September 12. Details here: https://www.grandmesawriters.org/schedule This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit emergingform.substack.com/subscribe

Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson is an executive communication strategist, keynote speaker, conference designer, and founder of the Heartwood Leadership Institute. She helps leaders, founders, and organizations transform powerful ideas into unforgettable messages that inspire action through the power of story. The belief that stories can change lives has shaped her work from the very beginning.   Jacque has coached executives and advised leaders at Fortune 100 companies and global brands including Amazon, Accenture, General Mills, Salesforce, Stripe, Target, Visa, Walmart, and more. She's the host of the Ideas Love Community podcast, creator of the Gateway Gathering & Pitch Fest, and the author of 14 books. She's trained thousands of professionals in communication, executive presence, and thought leadership. When she's not launching voices, you'll likely find her paddling with her gold medal-winning dragon boat team of all breast cancer survivors.   Episode Summary:   In this episode of Heartbeat for Hire, host Lyndsay Dowd sits down with Jaquelyn Fletcher Johnson — communication strategist, conference designer, 14-time author, and founder of the Heartwood Leadership Institute. Jaquelyn traces her lifelong obsession with storytelling back to a childhood prank on her younger brothers, then walks through a career that wound from freelance writing and magazine editing into pioneering "Creative Writing at the Bedside" and an on-set interview show at Mayo Clinic, and eventually into executive coaching and leadership development.   Key Takeaways:   - Stories shape how people feel long after they're told. - "Trail angels" are the people who show up right when you need them. - A meandering career can still add up to a clear pattern. - Starting something of your own means giving up full control. - Executive presence isn't about polish — it's about being grounded. - A health scare can clarify your legacy. - You don't have to act on every calling — but it won't disappear.   Episode Chapters:   00:00 Cold open: three things you'll learn from this episode 00:43 Welcome to Heartbeat for Hire + guest introduction 01:36 Jaquelyn joins the show 02:08 Origin story: the Jolly Green Giant and the power of story 04:58 Career path: freelance writer to magazine editor to Mayo Clinic storytelling programs 08:33 What is a "trail angel"? 10:06 The tough reality of the conference and speaking world 10:43 Why Jaquelyn decided to build her own conference 14:25 Lessons learned building the Gateway Gathering and Pitch Fest 17:53 Listener thank-you and sponsor spotlight (Cozy Earth) 18:34 Redefining executive presence 21:19 What inspires Jaquelyn 22:01 Legacy, breast cancer, and dragon boat racing 23:18 What's next: Gateway Gathering, Pitch Fest, and family milestones 24:04 Where to find Jaquelyn 24:09 Final takeaway for listeners

What does it mean to fear the Lord? Once we understand this, how do we cultivate fear of the Lord in our hearts so we live in fear of the Lord? Why is this so important? My friend, Alexandra Jensen, helps us comb through these questions as she shares her reflection of Psalm 128 with us. She points out many of the beautiful promises of God which are given to us as we live surrendered and in fear of the Lord. Alexandra and her family attend Battlecreek Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She is a leader of her local MomCo. community. Alexandra holds a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with a Minor in Creative Writing and a Master's degree in Math and Science Education. She is a former Elementary school teacher. Alexandra is a wife, stay-at-home mother of three, blogger, speaker, and antiques dealer. Alexandra enjoys going on dates with her husband, late-night book club meetings, and quilting. You can connect with her at www.alexandrajensen.org or on Instagram or Facebook.C A N D A C E  C O F E Rauthor + speaker ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠youtube⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠facebook⁠

New York Times bestselling author Laura Moriarty spoke with us about her teaching philosophy as a creative writing professor, the craft of historical fiction, and the research process behind her latest novel, SUNLIGHT FINDS YOU. Laura Moriarty is the New York Times bestselling author of The Chaperone, The Center of Everything, The Rest of Her Life, While I'm Falling, and a Creative Writing Professor at the University of Kansas. Her latest novel is Sunlight Finds You, described as a book that “explores the fervor of young love, the shock of parental betrayal, and the long-term consequences of adolescent choices.”  A Kirkus starred review wrote of the work, “Moriarty has an unusual gift for voice, a spark that can turn a novel about ordinary events into something compelling…A rich, rewarding slice of history that should remind us how important it is for women to have choices of all kinds.” Laura Moriarty received her master's degree from the University of Kansas and was awarded the George Bennett Fellowship for Creative Writing at Phillips Exeter Academy. [Discover The Writer Files Extra: Get 'The Writer Files' Podcast Delivered Straight to Your Inbox at writerfiles.fm] [If you're a fan of The Writer Files, please click FOLLOW to automatically see new interviews. And drop us a rating or a review wherever you listen] In this file Laura Moriarty, Milena, and I discussed: Her early career in social work and how she almost became a doctor Why she loves working with graduate students on their WIPs The research process that went into Sunlight Finds You What changing the POV can do for your narrative How incorporating psychological authenticity over modern values can improve historical fiction And a lot more! Show Notes: ElevenReader is a new, award-winning audio app for iOS, Android, Web english.ku.edu/people/laura-moriarty Sunlight Finds You: A Novel by Laura Moriarty (Amazon) Laura Moriarty Amazon Author Page Milena Gonzalez | Writer | Reader | Book Reviewer diary_of_a_book_babe on Instagram Kelton Reid Instagram Kelton Reid on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Englewood Review of Books Podcast, Lindsey Cornett, the Managing Editor of Englewood Press and Assistant Editor of The ERB, is joined by children's book authors, Dana VanderLugt and Karina Yan Glaser. They address the role of storytelling and imagination in a life of faith and the sometimes surprising ways faith and spirituality show up in children's literature, with a particular emphasis on life in community and the challenge of loving our enemies. They talk about the tension between marketing books for children when they can, in fact, be enjoyed and appreciated by all readers. Finally, Lindsey, Dana, and Karina discuss some of their favorite contemporary middle grade readers and offer recommendations for anyone needing stories of hope, faith, and love.Dana VanderLugt is a writer and teacher who descends from a family of Michigan apple growers and storytellers. Her first book, Enemies in the Orchard: A World War 2 Novel in Verse was published by Zonderkidz in September 2023. The middle grades novel is based on the stories of German POWs who came to work on her grandfather's orchard during the 1940s. Dana's work has been published in Longridge Review, Relief: A Journal of Art & Faith, the Michigan Reading Journal, and The Reformed Journal, where she is also a frequent contributor on its daily blog. A former middle school English teacher, Dana now works as a literacy consultant and has an MFA in Creative Writing from The Sena Jeter Naslund-Karen Mann Graduate School of Writing at Spalding University. She lives in Michigan with her husband, three sons, and a spoiled Golden Retriever. And yes, she makes a mean apple pie.Karina Yan Glaser is a Newbery Honoree and a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator. Originally from California, Karina came to New York City for college and has stuck around for nearly thirty years. She has had a varied career teaching and implementing literacy programs in family homeless shelters and recruiting healthcare professionals to volunteer in under resourced areas around the world. One of her proudest achievements is raising two kids who can't go anywhere without a book. She lives in Harlem with her husband, two teenagers, two dogs, three cats, and a fish named Gustav. Books Mentioned in this EpisodeIf you'd like to order any of the following books, we encourage you to do so from Hearts and Minds Books (An independent bookstore in Dallastown, PA, run by Byron and Beth Borger) By Dana VanderLugt:Enemies in the Orchard: A WW2 Novel in VerseBy Karina Yan Glaser:The Vanderbeekers of 141st StreetThe Vanderbeekers Ever After (Book #7 in The Vanderbeekers Series)The Nine Moons of Han Yu and Luli Other Books Mentioned: The Wednesday Wars by Gary SchmidtOkay for Now by Gary SchmidtOrbiting Jupiter by Gary SchmidtThe Labors of Hercules Beal by Gary SchmidtThe Teacher of Nomad Land by Daniel NayeriHome of the Brave by Katherine Applegate Birdie by Eileen SpinelliBrown Girl Dreaming by Jaqueline WoodsonThe Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion by Beth BrowerThe Life by Carrie FountainSpiritual Direction for Writers: Everyday Rituals for Your Writing Life by Charlotte DonlonThe Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest by Aubrey HartmanBraiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall KimmererThe Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer Owls and Other Fantasies by Mary Oliver 

New York Times Bestselling Authors, Ellery Lloyd, discuss their new release, TIME TO BURN. Time travel has been invented by a billionaire who provides his wealthy clients with sightseeing adventures into the past. During a visit to London during the blitz, one tour member goes missing. Documentary film maker Phoebe Hunt is the only person who knows the missing woman is not who she seems. Can Phoebe figure out what's going on before changes in the past erase the most important parts of the present? “…twists and turns galore, a true delight to the last page!"—Kate Quinin, New York Times bestselling author Listen in as we chat about the how they designed their amazing time travel device, the cool places they visited for research, and the importance of balancing ethics with scientific advances! https://www.mariesutro.com/twisted-passages-podcast https://www.ellerylloyd.com ABOUT THE AUTHORS: Ellery Lloyd is the writing pseudonym of married writing duo Collette Lyons & Paul Vlitos. Collette Lyons is a journalist and editor, the former content director of Elle (UK) and editorial director at Soho House. She has written for The Guardian, The Telegraph, and the Sunday Times. Paul Vlitos is the author of two previous novels, Welcome to the Working Week and Every Day is Like Sunday. He is the Professor of English Literature and Creative Writing at the University of Greenwich. They live in East London with their daughter.

Who is J.T. Welsch? J. T. Welsch is a writer and academic born in the US andbased in the UK, where he teaches at the University of York. He is the author of several books of and about poetry, including Orchids (2010), The Hell Creek Anthology (2015) and The Selling and Self-Regulation of Contemporary Poetry (2020). He also edited the anthology of migrant poetry Wretched Strangers (2018) with Ágnes Lehóczky. His writing has appeared in Poetry Review, Boston Review and the Guardian. In this episode hear about his new book on The Poetry of Suicide: Lessons in grief from the lives and deaths of poets. In the episode introduction, you heard from: Joshua Hurtado Hurtado, PhD, University of Helsinki and Jason Glynos, Professor at the Department of Government, University of Essex about their new article, "Thanabots, fantasy, and theethics of mourning", published in AI & Society. You can find ithere: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00146-026-03200-9  And then Dr. Mórna O'Connor on her and Dr Dorthe Refslund Christensen's new collection, Creative and Aesthetic Ways of Grief: "All Things Reimagined".How do I cite the episode in my research and reading lists?To cite this episode, you can use the following citation: Welsch, J.T. (2026) Interview on The Death Studies Podcast hosted by Michael-Fox, B. and Visser, R. Published 1 August 2026. Available at: www.thedeathstudiespodcast.com, DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.33129308What next?Check out more ⁠episodes⁠ or find out more about the ⁠hosts! ⁠Gota question? ⁠Get in touch⁠.

Fluent Fiction - French: Courage Brewed: Élodie's Journey from Coffee to Confidence Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2026-07-30-07-38-19-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Élodie était assise à la table du fond de la brûlerie.En: Élodie was seated at the table in the back of the brûlerie.Fr: Le café sentait bon ; le parfum des grains de café fraîchement torréfiés emplissait l'air.En: The coffee smelled delightful; the fragrance of freshly roasted coffee beans filled the air.Fr: Les rayons du soleil entraient par les grandes fenêtres, créant une ambiance chaleureuse.En: Sunlight streamed through the large windows, creating a warm atmosphere.Fr: C'était l'endroit préféré des étudiants pour discuter de l'avenir.En: It was the students' favorite place to discuss the future.Fr: Élodie feuilletait un magazine.En: Élodie was flipping through a magazine.Fr: Elle pensait à son rêve d'écrire pour le journal de l'école.En: She was thinking about her dream of writing for the school newspaper.Fr: Elle était passionnée par la littérature et le café, mais n'avait pas encore osé en parler à Lucas, son meilleur ami.En: She had a passion for literature and coffee, but she hadn't dared to talk about it with Lucas, her best friend.Fr: Lucas arriva, un sourire confiant sur le visage.En: Lucas arrived, a confident smile on his face.Fr: "Salut, Élodie !En: "Hi, Élodie!Fr: J'ai décidé.En: I've decided.Fr: Je vais rejoindre le club de cinéma cette année.En: I'm going to join the film club this year.Fr: C'est une belle chance de surmonter ma peur de parler en public."En: It's a great chance to overcome my fear of public speaking."Fr: Élodie hocha la tête, son cœur battant fort.En: Élodie nodded, her heart racing.Fr: Elle hésitait à lui révéler son désir.En: She hesitated to reveal her desire to him.Fr: Puis elle respira profondément.En: Then she took a deep breath.Fr: "Lucas, j'ai quelque chose à te dire.En: "Lucas, I have something to tell you.Fr: Je veux essayer d'écrire pour le journal de l'école," dit-elle finalement.En: I want to try writing for the school newspaper," she finally said.Fr: Ses mots flottaient, mêlés à l'arôme du café.En: Her words floated, mingled with the aroma of the coffee.Fr: Lucas la regarda surpris, puis sourit.En: Lucas looked at her surprised, then smiled.Fr: "C'est génial !En: "That's great!Fr: Pourquoi tu ne m'en as pas parlé plus tôt ?"En: Why didn't you tell me sooner?"Fr: "J'avais peur… peur d'être rejetée", avoua Élodie.En: "I was afraid... afraid of being rejected," admitted Élodie.Fr: Lucas prit une gorgée de son espresso.En: Lucas took a sip of his espresso.Fr: "Tu sais, si tu n'essaies pas, tu ne sauras jamais.En: "You know, if you don't try, you'll never know.Fr: Et moi, je suis là pour te soutenir."En: And I'm here to support you."Fr: Ce soutien inattendu réchauffa le cœur d'Élodie.En: This unexpected support warmed Élodie's heart.Fr: Elle se sentit plus sûre d'elle.En: She felt more confident.Fr: "Merci, Lucas.En: "Thank you, Lucas.Fr: J'irai parler au conseiller du journal," dit-elle avec une nouvelle détermination.En: I'll go speak to the newspaper adviser," she said with newfound determination.Fr: Ils passèrent le reste de l'après-midi à discuter de leurs aspirations, le soleil baissant lentement à l'horizon.En: They spent the rest of the afternoon discussing their aspirations as the sun slowly set on the horizon.Fr: Bien qu'ils aient choisi des chemins différents, ils décidèrent de s'encourager mutuellement.En: Even though they chose different paths, they decided to encourage each other.Fr: Lucas aidait Élodie à structurer ses idées, tandis qu'Élodie promettait d'assister à ses présentations de film.En: Lucas helped Élodie structure her ideas, while Élodie promised to attend his film presentations.Fr: La semaine suivante, Élodie postula pour le journal de l'école et Lucas s'inscrivit au club de cinéma.En: The following week, Élodie applied to the school newspaper and Lucas signed up for the film club.Fr: Ils découvriraient leur passion et leur talent, chacun à leur manière, tout en restant des amis fidèles.En: They would each discover their passion and talent in their own way, all while remaining faithful friends.Fr: Ainsi, dans la brûlerie pleine de vie et d'arômes, Élodie avait trouvé le courage et Lucas l'avait aidée, prouvant que parfois, un simple soutien peut changer bien des choses.En: Thus, in the lively and aromatic brûlerie, Élodie found courage, and Lucas helped her, proving that sometimes a simple support can change many things. Vocabulary Words:the table: la tablethe back: le fondthe fragrance: le parfumthe coffee beans: les grains de caféthe atmosphere: l'ambiancethe students: les étudiantsto discuss: discuterthe future: l'avenirto flip through: feuilleterthe magazine: le magazinethe dream: le rêveto dare: oserthe confidence: la confiancethe chance: la chancethe fear: la peurthe heart: le cœurto hesitate: hésiterto reveal: révélerto admit: avouerto take a sip: prendre une gorgéeto support: soutenirunexpected: inattenduthe determination: la déterminationthe aspiration: les aspirationsto encourage: encouragerto structure: structurerfaithful: fidèlelively: plein de viethe courage: le courageto prove: prouver

Ian McMillan and poets Vona Groake, Jardel Rodrigues, Mira Rosenthal and Malgorzata Lebda bring poetry that helps us navigate storms, rivers and seas - real and metaphorical, and sound artist and musician SHHE (Su Shaw) immerses us in surprising sounds of the sea. Vona Groake's latest collection Infinity Pool was shortlisted for the TS Eliot Prize this year. She's writer in residence at St John's College Cambridge and the Ireland Professor of Poetry at Trinity College in Dublin. Vona chooses a 'neon line' to explore and reads her own work.Su Shaw, who works as SHHE, is a sound artist and composer, whose music has been shortlisted for the Scottish Album of the Year. Su is based in Dundee – and has always been intimate with that city's river - the River Tay. Her new album ‘THALASSA' was produced sustainably, in keeping with her ecologically minded projects - and is is a six-part ambient work giving voice to the Mediterranean Sea.Jardel Rodrigues is from Old Trafford in Manchester – he's won the BBC Words First Spoken Word Poetry Competition, and he's a titan of Manchester's shining spoken word institution 'Young Identity'. He brings us a new commission on the theme 'How to get through'.We hear the voice and the work of Malgorzata Lebda, a Polish poet who writes poems that reveal what flows between people and landscape. Malgorzata ran the length of the longest river in Poland, the Vischula – driven by her sense of how threatened our rivers are, a kind of poetry activism. Malgorzata's translator, Mira Rosenthal joins us to explain how she managed to convey Malgorzata's innovative way of writing about the body in her collection 'Mer de Glace' (Fitzcarraldo). Mira is a poet, and a Professor of Creative Writing based in California.Produced by Faith Lawrence

What if healing from trauma isn't just about surviving—but about rediscovering joy, intimacy, and the freedom to truly feel alive again? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Dr. Vanessa Carlisle on the Nautilus award-winning book Awaken Your Sexuality: A Guide to Connection and Intimacy after Addiction and Trauma.Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.com Dr. Vanessa Carlisle (they/them) holds an MFA from Emerson College, a PhD in Creative Writing, Literature, and Gender Studies from the University of Southern California, and a black belt in Danzan Ryu jujitsu. Vanessa's writing has appeared in literary magazines including n+1, PRISM, Juked, NinthLetter, Other Weapons, and WordRiot, and their work has been anthologized in collections including #WeToo: Essays on Sex Work and Survival (Feminist Press 2021), a special issue of South Atlantic Quarterly (July 2021), and Whorephobia (Seven Stories, 2022). Vanessa authored the award winning novel Take Me With You (Running Wild, 2022) and co-authored Awaken Your Sexuality: A Guide to Intimacy and Connection after Addiction and Trauma (recipient of a Kirkus star, Gold Winner in the Nautilus Book Awards and Gold Medalist in the Independent Publishing Book Awards) and the Awaken Your Sexuality Workbook with Dr. Stephanie Covington (Hazelden, 2025). Vanessa lives in LA, where they teach survivor-centered self defense and provide death doula services in their community.  https://www.vanessacarlisle.comOrder on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0chSvP8aDiscover inspiring conversations with today's leading authors, celebrities, thought leaders, and changemakers. To learn more about the Moments with Marianne Radio Show, explore guest interview opportunities, connect with Marianne, and follow her on social media, visit https://www.mariannepestana.com Explore the Moments with Marianne Book Club and find your next great read: https://www.mariannepestana.com/book-club/ Listen to the Moments with Marianne Radio Show on KMET 1490AM & 98.1FM, an ABC News Radio Affiliate, weekdays at 8:06 AM PT / 11:06 AM ET and Sundays at 10:06 AM PT / 1:06 PM ET. Learn more at: https://www.kmet1490am.com/moments-with-marianne 

Christmas Poems by Suzanne W. Guinn https://www.amazon.com/Christmas-Poems-Suzanne-W-Guinn-ebook/dp/B0GD8VNRSD Suzannewguinn.com A small, easy to read set of poems. These Christmas poems go back as far as 1966, when Suzanne was a Senior in High School and took a class in Creative Writing, with her favorite English teacher, Mrs. Agnus Smith.

Every website redesign starts the same way: you get excited, you start looking at colors and fonts and templates, and in that excitement, you think you're finally ready to hire someone. But here's the thing—if you skip the prep work, you're setting yourself (and whoever you hire) up for a project that's unclear on scope, potentially not very strategic, and basically...a site you'll want to redo again in a year.Today I'm talking with Carolyn Leasure, a website redesign expert, about what actually needs to happen before you bring in a designer or a copywriter. We get into the five foundational things every business owner needs to nail down first, why "what do I want my site to look like" is the wrong starting question, and how the prep you do now saves you money, time, and a whole lot of back-and-forth later.______________________________________________EPISODE 191.Read the show notes and view the full transcript here: https://erinollila.com/how-to-prepare-for-a-website-update-carolyn-leasure/______________________________________________Get to know our guest expert, Carolyn LeasureCarolyn Leasure, Website Redesign Expert, turns frustrating starter sites into sexy systems that work better for everyone. At Maypop Creative Studio, she creates beautiful, seamless sites that do the heavy lifting. Because she believes that your brand, design + tech should work for you – not the other way around.Carolyn calls the mountain town of Charlottesville, VA home. When not constructing website automations or copy-driven design for clients, she can be found playing Himalayan Sound Bowls for a meditation shortcut, or splashing and whooping down the Rivanna River in an inner tube alongside her husband and two kids.Click here to join Get Your Site Together, Carolyn's free 5-day website challenge that starts on August 3, 2026. Learn more about Carolyn's DWY program, Website Wayfinder. The next cohort starts in August 2026!Learn more about Carolyn and Maypop Creative on her websiteHere's the info on your host, Erin OllilaErin Ollila believes in the power of words and how a message can inform – and even transform – its intended audience. She graduated from Fairfield University with an M.F.A. in Creative Writing, and went on to co-found Spry, an award-winning online literary journal.When Erin's not helping her clients understand their website data or improve their website copy, you can catch her hosting the Talk Copy to Me podcast and guesting on shows such as Profit is a Choice, Mindful Marketing, The Power in Purpose, and Business-First Creatives.Stay in touch with Erin Ollila, SEO website copywriter:• Learn more about working with Erin or just book a strategy session to get started • Visit Erin's website to learn more about her business, services, and products

Matty Dalrymple talks with Mark Leslie Lefebvre about BUILDING AN AUTHENTIC AUTHOR BRAND, including how your brand already exists whether or not you have consciously shaped it, using reader feedback and comparable authors to identify your strongest brand signals, balancing consistency with experimentation, and connecting authentically with readers without sharing more of your personal life than feels comfortable.   Interview video at https://tinyurl.com/TIA346YT Show notes at https://theindyauthor.substack.com/ (subscribers get exclusive content and benefits)   If you find the information in this video useful, please consider supporting The Indy Author! https://www.patreon.com/theindyauthor https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mattydalrymple   Mark Leslie Lefebvre's first short story was published in 1992, the same year he started working in the book industry. He has published over thirty-five books under the name Mark Leslie that include thrillers and fiction, paranormal non-fiction and anthologies. Under his full name, Mark Leslie Lefebvre, he writes books to help authors navigate publishing. His industry experience includes President of the Canadian Booksellers Association, Director of Author Relations and Self-Publishing for Rakuten Kobo, Director of Business Development for Draft2Digital, and Professional Advisor for Sheridan College's Creative Writing and Publishing Honours Program. Mark lives in Waterloo, Ontario.   Matty Dalrymple is the author of the Lizzy Ballard Thrillers, beginning with ROCK PAPER SCISSORS; the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels, beginning with THE SENSE OF DEATH; and the Ann Kinnear Suspense Shorts. She is a member of International Thriller Writers and Sisters in Crime. More at mattydalrymple.com. Matty also writes, speaks, and consults on the writing craft and the publishing voyage, and shares what she's learned on THE INDY AUTHOR PODCAST. She writes nonfiction books for authors; her articles have appeared in Writer's Digest magazine; and she is a Partner Member of the Alliance of Independent Authors. More at theindyauthor.com. She also guides professionals in building their presence through a sideline or second act through her platform From Expertise to Authority. More at theindyauthor.com/authority.

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What if you never had a child, but someone believed you were their mother? Critically acclaimed author, Sarai Walker, discusses her new release, Furious Violet. The daughter of a beloved feminist icon receives an unsettling note from someone claiming to be her child, but she's never had any children. As the stalker grows ever more emboldened, she must figure out who it is and what they want, before it's too late. "...claustrophobic, pulse-pounding…rivets from start to cathartic finish."—Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Listen in as we chat about the dangers of comparison, the great devices she incorporated, and a certain word many women really don't like! (Not that one…and not that one either… listen in to find out!) https://www.mariesutro.com/twisted-passages-podcast https://www.saraiwalker.com ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Sarai Walker is the author of FURIOUS VIOLET (July 2026), THE CHERRY ROBBERS (May 2022) and DIETLAND (May 2015), which was adapted as a television series for AMC in 2018. Her work has been published in more than a dozen countries. Sarai has lectured on feminism and body image internationally. Her articles and essays have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Guardian and elsewhere, and she worked as a writer and editor on an updated version of Our Bodies, Ourselves (2005). She holds an MFA in creative writing from Bennington College and a PhD in English from the University of London. During the 2025-26 academic year, she served as the Visiting Assistant Professor of Creative Writing at the University of Memphis.

In episode 132, author Susannah Glenn joins us to discuss the creative process behind her second novel, Without a Trace, alongside her creativity coach and writing mentor, Ginger Moran.  Ginger and Susannah discuss what goes into a relationship centred on both support and skill development, and the tough love and resilience required to make a story the best it can be.  Susannah shares what initially led her to approach Susannah, when she transitioned to full-time writing while working on her first novel, and Ginger shares her approach to mentoring and the common challenges creatives face.   Susannah Glenn is a domestic noir author. She has worked as a print journalist, editor, magazine publisher and managing editor. She has also worked in corporate communications, public relations, marketing, publications, media and event management. Susannah divides her time between her farm on the Mid North Coast of NSW and Adelaide. Her debut novel was Between Husbands and Wives, and her latest novel, Without a Trace, is out now.  Dr Ginger Moran is an award-winning writer and book mentor. She has a PhD in Literature and Creative Writing, and has published books, articles and essays. She taught literature and writing in universities, schools and organisations until she became a full-time mentor.  This episode features a special guest appearance from Morwyn the collie puppy.  Find Without a Trace through Booktopia or from your local bookshop or library.    Books & authors discussed in this episode Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage by Belle Burden The Widow of Walcha by Emma Partridge Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke The Gambler by JP Pomare (from ep 130) The Couples Retreat by Mercedes Mercier Every Time She Wakes by Petronella McGovern  The Wolf Tree by Laura McClusky  It Could Have Been Her by Lisa Jewell London Falling by Patrick Radden Keefe  The Years by Annie Ernaux  In the Woods by Tana French  I Won't Bite by Rod Campbell (note: major spoilers discussed)  She Lied First by Dinuka McKenzie  Shari Lapena Paula Hawkins  Gillian Flynn Sally Hepworth Liane Moriarty Kelli Hawkins Ali Lowe  Virginia Woolf  Upcoming events  Sydney – Ashley is in conversation with Petronella McGovern about her latest thriller, Every Time She Wakes, at Berkelouw Paddington, Thursday 30 July, 6pm Sydney – Ashley is part of Woollahra's Library After Dark event, happening from 6-10pm on Thursday 30 July. RSVP for free Central Coast – Ashley is part of the Crafting Crime Panel for Crime Fic Fest at Gosford Regional Library, Thursday 6 August, 6-7pm Brisbane – Ashley is making a special appearance at the Books@Stones crime book club on Wednesday 19 August, 6-7pm  Sydney – Ashley is teaching From Scene Structure to Story Structure for the BAD Sydney Crime Festival, Friday 21 August, 10am-1pm, in person   Central Coast – join Ashley for an in-conversation at Umina Book Nook on Friday 21 August, 6pm Learn more about Ashley's thrillers, Dark Mode, Cold Truth, and Like, Follow, Die and get your copies from your local bookshop or library.  Learn more about James's award-winning novel Denizen and get your copy from your local bookshop or library. Get in touch! ashleykalagianblunt.com jamesmckenziewatson.com Instagram: @akalagianblunt + @jamesmcwatson

What's the episode about? In this episode, hear about an event on Love and Loss: A DayAt Arnos Vale Historic Garden Cemetery, Bristol discussing love, romance, sex, death, culture, prison writing, slow suicide, creative writing, obituaries, epitaphs and more.You will listen to a range of academic research love, romance, death, grief and loss, all based or connected to the South West of England, and many of whom were recorded whilst walking around the rather hilly Arnos Vale Historic Garden Cemetery in Bristol, so do forgive any out of breath-ness!  The day in April 2026 at Arnos Vale began with a networking and idea generation event for researchers, followed by a guided tour open to the public with the theme of love and loss.This was filled with a rich mix of real-life tales — from couples united in life but separated in death, to daring elopements, parental love, and forbidden love. Some stories are touching, some tragic, and some wonderfully surprising.  This was followed by a creative writing workshop on the theme of love and loss, including practical activities and stimulus prompts drawn from the cemetery and the lives of its occupants. The aims of the day were: ●      To provide a forum for constructive discussion & preliminary dissemination of research works in progress.●      To identify potential future collaboration.●      To share research of high public interest with an openaudience in an established heritage setting. Links below for more information on the place and people inthis episode!Find out more about Arnos Vale. Find out more about newly appointed Associate Professor Dr JoParsons. Find out more about Janine Marriott. Find out more about Dr Andrew Griffiths.  A huge thank you to the Open University for their supportfor this event via the Academic Communities Fund!  How do I cite the episode in my research and reading lists?To cite this episode, you can use thefollowing citation: Michael-Fox, B. and Visser, R. (2026) The Death Studies Podcast hosted by Michael-Fox, B. and Visser, R. Published 26 July 2026. Available at: www.thedeathstudiespodcast.com, DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.33089351 What next?Check out more episodes or find out more about the hosts! Gota question? Get in touch.

Inner Moonlight is the monthly poetry reading series at the Wild Detectives in Dallas. Curated by Dallas poet Logen Cure, the in-person show is the second Wednesday of every month in the Wild Detectives backyard. We love our podcast fans, so we release recordings of the live performances every month for y'all! On 7/8/26, we featured poet Caitlyn Alario!Caitlyn Alario is the author of SAPPHICS, a chapbook published by Bottlecap Press. She received a PhD in English and Creative Writing from the University of North Texas and an MFA in Writing from Sarah Lawrence College. Her work has appeared in Vallum, Third Coast, Bluestem Magazine, and elsewhere. She lives in North Texas, where she works as a ghostwriter, writing tutor, and developmental editor.⁠www.innermoonlightpoetry.com

In Episode #755, it's the return of one of the favorites here at the podcast, and that's Sam Johnson, a popular and acclaimed comics writer/editor. He's got an already successful crowdfunding campaign now underway for "Geek-Girl – New and all previous issues!" Sam has a Master's in Creative Writing for Film & TV and has also created Geek-Girl and Cabra Cini: Voodoo Junkie Hitwoman. Here's this Kickstarter's description: "Super-heroes meet mean girls plus weirdness in the Geek-Girl ongoing series!" We talk about how this book and series came to be, discuss and catch up on who the various characters are, and find out what else is keeping Sam busy these days! Be sure to back this excellent series today once you have finished listening to our fun interview! Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Wayne's Comics Podcast Archive Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patreon member. It will help ensure Wayne's Comics Podcast continues far into the future! At Major Spoilers, we strive to create original content that you find interesting and entertaining. Producing, writing, recording, editing, and researching require significant resources. We pay writers, podcast hosts, and other staff members who work tirelessly to provide you with insights into the comic book, gaming, and pop culture industries. Help us keep Major Spoilers strong. Become a Patron (and our superhero) today. Share

We had the best time chatting with the absolute icon that is THE Barbara Perez Marquez! We can't wait for you all to join us, but first, here's more about Barbara:Barbara Perez Marquez was born and raised in the Dominican Republic, now she lives in the USA. She holds an MFA in Creative Writing and writes short and long-form fiction. During her career, she has also been an editor, translator, and even a sensitivity reader for several publications and projects. Her work was first featured in a student collection in the 7th grade, which inspired her desire to become a writer. Since then, she's been featured in a number of literary journals, as well as anthologies. You can find her among the creators behind The Cardboard Kingdom, the Eisner-nominated graphic novel series about a neighborhood of kids having amazing adventures with cardboard. Her next graphic novel, The Library of Memories, is out in 2026.Find Barbara: https://www.mustachebabs.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/mustachebabs/

In this episode, ERB Podcast producer Julie L. Moore speaks with acclaimed writers Robert Cording and Marjorie Maddox about their most recent books: In the Unwalled City and What's Possible: New and Selected Poems by Cording and Seeing Things and Hover Here by Maddox. Humble and gracious, Cording and Maddox share how they write about their own deep questions, intense challenges, and heart-breaking losses in their vulnerable, relatable poetry and prose. Both retired college professors, Cording and Maddox also address contemporary Americans' hesitance regarding and anxiety about reading poetry as they likewise discuss how their craft enables readers to feel welcome when encountering their poetry. They each read one of their poems to illustrate how accessible and moving their poetry can be.   Robert Cording is professor emeritus at College of the Holy Cross where he taught for 38 years and served as the Barrett Chair of English and Creative Writing.  After his retirement, he worked for five years as a poetry mentor in the Seattle Pacific University low residency MFA program. He has published ten collections of poems, and three of his books were finalists for the Connecticut Book Award. Walking with Ruskin (CavanKerry Press) was also a runner-up for the Poet's Prize. A book on poetry, the Bible, and metaphor, Finding the World's Fullness, was published by Slant. He has received two NEA Fellowships in poetry, two poetry fellowships from the state of Connecticut, and has won three Pushcart Prizes in poetry. His poems have appeared in such notable publications as Best American Poetry, 2018; Best Spiritual Writing (1999, 2000, 2001, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2010); Poetry Magazine Anthology; Godine: Poets of the New Century; and Milkweed: Urban Nature. Cording has also served as director of From the Fishouse and was poet-in-residence at the Frost Place.Marjorie Maddox is Professor Emerita of English and Creative Writing at the Lock Haven campus of Commonwealth University, 2023 Monson Arts Fellow, a poetry editor of Presence, and radio host of WPSU-FM's Poetry Moment. Maddox has published seventeen collections of poetry and won many awards, including the Yellowglen Prize and the Philip H. McMath Post-Publication Award for Transplant, Transport, Transubstantiation; the Sandstone Book Award for Perpendicular As I; the Redgreene Press Chapbook Award for When the Wood Clacks Out Your Name: Baseball Poems; the Painted Bride Chapbook Award for How to Fit God into a Poem; and the Amelia Chapbook Winner for Nightrider to Edinburgh. Her poem, “Arise,” about the Thailand cave rescue, won the 2019 Foley Poetry Prize by America Magazine. She is co-editor, with Jerry Wemple, of Common Wealth: Contemporary Poets on Pennsylvania (Penn State University Press, 2005) and Keystone: Contemporary Poets on Pennsylvania (Penn State University Press, 2025).If you'd like to order any of the following books, we encourage you to do so from Hearts and Minds Books(an independent bookstore in Dallastown, PA, run by Byron and Beth Borger)Robert Cording's Recent Books, both by Slant Books: In the Unwalled City (2022) What's Possible: New and Selected Poems (2026) Marjorie Maddox's Recent Books: Seeing Things (Wildhouse Publishing, 2025)Hover Here (Broadstone Books, 2026)Other Books Discussed: Revelations of Divine Love by Julian of NorwichThe Awful Rowing Toward God by Anne SextonWalking on Water: Reflections on Faith and Art by Madeleine L'EngleThe Accidental Pilgrim: Finding God and His Mother in Tuscany by Judith SornbergerSorority of Stillness: A Gallery of Women in Art by Judith SornbergerLove Song with Dying Fish by Marci Rae Johnson Devil's Backbone by Julie L. MooreThe Countess by Rebecca JohnsPoems Mentioned: "Satire III" by John Donne"Lord" by George HerbertInfluential Authors Mentioned & Recommended: Gerard Manley Hopkins, William Wenthe, Sydney Lea, Baron Wormser, Ada Limón, Laura Reece Hogan, and Marie Howe

You know that feeling when you finally get clarity on something you've been struggling with or ruminating on for a long time? It feels amazing for about five minutes.And then you realize clarity doesn't actually end the hard part. It just starts a new one: figuring out what comes next—specifically what changes, what stays, and what gets cut.This week, I'm working through what my rethought business actually looks like in practice (listen to episode 189 first if you want to hear the origin story!). This episode picks up where last week left off, digging into my done-for-you services and my DIY products. I'm covering a what's getting an overhaul, what I'm ready to let go of, and how just a simple reframe changes my offers. I'm also briefly talking about where AI fits into all of this (though I think there's a longer episode coming out on this topic!), and why the thing my clients are really paying for was never the words on the page._____________________________________________ EPISODE 190.Read the show notes and view the full transcript here: Coming soon!______________________________________________Here's the info on your host, Erin OllilaErin Ollila believes in the power of words and how a message can inform – and even transform – its intended audience. She graduated from Fairfield University with an M.F.A. in Creative Writing, and went on to co-found Spry, an award-winning online literary journal.When Erin's not helping her clients understand their website data or improve their website copy, you can catch her hosting the Talk Copy to Me podcast and guesting on shows such as Profit is a Choice, Mindful Marketing, The Power in Purpose, and Business-First Creatives.Stay in touch with Erin Ollila, SEO website copywriter:• Learn more about my intensive options or just book a strategy session to get started right away• Visit my website to learn more about my business, services, and products

Some appreciation for animals and those who care for them, with work by Graal Braun, Anne Frydman, Barbara DuCharme, Marie Ryan McMillan, and Joyce S. Brown.Support the show

This episode covers a new anthology from Wayne State University Press. Titled Black Summers: Growing Up in the Urban Outdoors, this vibrant collection invites readers to breathe deeply and return to that "carefree" season from an urban perspective. These emerging and award-winning creators of all ages recount the struggles and triumph of staking their claim to public spaces. Ranging from poetry to essay, creative nonfiction to comics, this collection blends nostalgia with struggle and resilience. DESIREE COOPERDesiree Cooper, the book's editor, was born in Japan as a military dependent and spent her adulthood in Detroit. She now lives in coastal Virginia where she is raising her grandchildren. She is a Pulitzer Prize-nominated journalist, and among her accolades are a 2017 Midland Authors Award Winner in Adult Fiction, a 2017 Michigan Notable Book, a 2016 Midwest Book Award Finalist, and inclusion in the Poets and Writers 5 Over 50.NANDI COMER Our next author is Nandi Comer, an award-winning poet and essayist. She served as the 2nd Poet Laureate of the state of Michigan 2023-2025, during which time she spearheaded Michigan Words and the video series Michigan in Verse. She is the author of the chapbook American Family: A Syndrome. Her debut poetry collection, Tapping Out, won the 2020 Society of Midland Authors Award and the 2020 Julie Suk Award. Her poems and essays have appeared in American Poets, Callaloo, Crab Orchard Review, and others. She currently serves as the 2025-2026 Jay C. and Ruth Halls Poetry Fellow at the University of Wisconsin's Institute for Creative Writing and co-director of Detroit Lit. ROCHELLE WILSON-ELLISNext we have, Rochelle Wilson-Ellis. She is a U.S. Navy veteran whose journey has been shaped by service, resilience, and care for others. Having served aboard the USS Ross and USS George Washington, Rochelle has carried that same spirit of dedication into every chapter of her life. A loving mother of two and a certified baker and pastry chef, she has also spent years working in healthcare. In 2021, Rochelle was trained as a citizen journalist through the Sarah E. Ray Project, helping preserve the oral histories of those who attended Detroit's legendary Action House in the 1970s and '80s. LILLEN WALLEROur final reader is Detroit native Lillien Waller, a poet and essayist. Her poems have been nominated for the Pushcart Prize and Best New Poets, and, in 2015, she received a Kresge Artist Fellowship in Poetry. In 2023, Lillien was awarded an Arts Writers Grant from the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts. Her essay “Listen Children, All Is Not Lost” appears in the anthology Black Summers: Growing Up in the Urban Outdoors. For more information on the book and the authors, please see the Wayne State University Press website. 

We can't stop thinking about our incredible chat with Grandpere's Ghost Swamp Author Rachel M. Marsh! We can't wait for you to tune in! But first, here's more about Rachel!Rachel M. Marsh grew up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana where she took field trips to Alligator Bayou and assumed the entire United States celebrated Mardi Gras. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from Tulane University in New Orleans, where she studied English and Psychology and minored in Spanish.After graduating, she moved to Boston where she earned her Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing for Children from Simmons University. There, she studied under smart and supportive professors. She made a strong group of friends who continue to write together long after graduation. She had the opportunity to work in publishing and learn under the mentorship of editors at independent publishing houses. However, she missed her home. She missed her family and now-husband. She missed crawfish boils and thunderstorms and every get-together brewing a fresh pot of coffee. And did you know, winter in Boston lasts about half the year!?She's back in New Orleans now, where she eats the world's best food and stays busy with her almost-hundred-year-old house. She works for the New Orleans Public Library, and her writing is represented by Larissa Melo Pienkowski at Azantian Literary Agency.https://rachelmmarsh.com/about

Women who reinvent themselves|Joni Marie Iraci AuthorJoni Marie Iraci, author of the award-winning novel "Vatican Daughter," Joni Marie Iraci, author of the award-winning novel "Vatican Daughter," takes the reader behind the walls of the Vatican to expose corruption and the covered up scandal involving a fictional first American pope. It is also the story of a mother's relentless search for her child while coming head-to-head with the most powerful entity on earth. Read about the little known historical fact of the true papal kidnappings of Jewish children in this intriguing novel. "Vatican Daughter," transports the reader to Italy where the ambiance and landscape serve to give the reader a reprieve from the suspense.Links:https://www.jonimarieiraci.com/Tags:podcast for creatives,creative podcast,podcast creator interviews,professional podcast,creative podcasts,podcast host interviews,creative podcast ideas,Creative Writing,Female centric thrillers,Freelance Writer,Historical Fiction,Reinvention,Returning to college in your later years,Women Empowerment,Women's Issues,Writing A BookSupport PEG by checking out our Sponsors:Download and use Newsly for free now from www.newsly.me or from the link in the description, and use promo code “GHOST” and receive a 1-month free premium subscription.The best tool for getting podcast guests:https://podmatch.com/signup/phantomelectricghostSubscribe to our Instagram for exclusive content:https://www.instagram.com/expansive_sound_experiments/Subscribe to our YouTube https://youtube.com/@phantomelectricghost?si=rEyT56WQvDsAoRprRSShttps://anchor.fm/s/3b31908/podcast/rssSubstackhttps://substack.com/@phantomelectricghost?utm_source=edit-profile-page

The future is already here – it's just not evenly distributed. William Gibson We need to talk about Big Tech, and particularly AI - it's ubiquitous, it's powerful, and currently, it's unconstrained and this is not an ideal combination if we live in the real world of mass extinction where human and more-than-human communities are being destroyed to serve the death cult of predatory capitalism at its most rapacious. The question is  - how do we shift the dial on the future when so many of those whose fortunes are sunk into Tech, and AI in particular, seem to be steeped in the Dark Triad of psychopathy, sadism and narcissism? Is there any sign of hope amidst all the chaos and the frozen despair that narratives of inevitability foster in us?We turn this week to long-time friend of the podcast, Nathalie Nahai. Nathalie is a celebrated author, keynote speaker and host of the glorious Nathalie Nahai in Conversation podcast which enquires into our relationship with one another, with technology and with the living world. She's author of the international best-seller Webs Of Influence: The Psychology of Online Persuasion and, more recently, Business Unusual: Values, Uncertainty and the Psychology of Brand Resilience which has been described as “One of the defining business books of our times”. She's a consultant, artist and the founder of Flourishing Futures Salon, a project that offers curated gastronomical gatherings that explore how we can thrive in times of turbulence and change.LinksNathalie's website Nathalie's podcast BooksBusiness UnusualWebs of Influence Papal Encyclical on AINathalie's Resources of wonderful people already in this space PEOPLECarole Cadwalladr - https://broligarchy.substack.com/ Timnit Gebru - https://dair-institute.org/team/timnit-gebru/ Cory Doctorow - https://craphound.com/Gary Marcus - https://garymarcus.substack.com/ Carl Miller - DEMOS - https://demos.co.uk/people/carl-miller/ Karen Hao - https://karendhao.com/Dr Joy Buolamwini - https://www.poetofcode.com/Wakanyi Hoffman - https://hoffmanwakanyi.wixsite.com/wakanyihoffmanZak Stein - https://www.zakstein.org/ Tristan Harris & Ezra Raskin - https://www.humanetech.com/ EVENTSUN's AI for Good: Global Summit: https://aiforgood.itu.int/  BOOKSHyperscalers - Paris Marx End Times Fascism: And the Fight for the Living World - Naomi Klein & Astra TaylorArtificial Intimacy: Who We Become When We Talk to Machines - Sherry TurkleEmpire of AI - Karen HaoCareless People - Sarah Wynn WilliamsStories of Your Life and Others - Ted ChiangThe Future - Naomi AldermanEnshittification - Cory DoctorowORGANISATIONShttps://dair-institute.org/https://www.thenerve.news/https://rslmedia.org/https://airesistlist.org/https://www.lumiera.ai/ —About Accidental Gods—We offer three strands all rooted in the same soil, drawing from the same river: Accidental Gods, Dreaming Awake and the Thrutopia Writing Masterclass Our next Open Gathering offered as part of our Accidental Gods Programme is 'BECOMING A GOOD ANCESTOR' which will run on Sunday 13th September 2026 from 16:00 - 20:00 GMT - details are here. You don't have to be a member of Accidental Gods to come along, but if you are, all Gatherings are half price.If you'd like to join us at Accidental Gods, this is the membership where we endeavour to help you to connect fully with the living web of life. If you'd like to train more deeply in the contemporary shamanic work at Dreaming Awake, you'll find us here. If you'd like to explore the recordings from our last Thrutopia Writing Masterclass, the details are hereManda and Louise both offer one-to-one Mentoring Calls.  Manda is writing a book just now, but if you'd like to contact Louise, details are here.

Unraveling the history of the Jim Crow South, personal stories are interwoven with humor and heartbreak. Tayari Jones is an author and C.H. Candler Professor of English and Creative Writing at Emory University. She joins host Krys Boyd to discuss her new novel, which follows two young Black women – both motherless and as close as sisters – navigating the era with different trajectories. The book is called “Kin.” Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Can creative writing become a form of biblical interpretation? That is the provocative question at the heart of my conversation with Sarah Rosenson about her new book, Fan Fiction on the Book of Genesis: A Guide to Close Reading of and Creative Writing on the Bible (Cherry Orchard Books, 2026).  The modern phenomenon of fan fiction involves readers writing creative pieces that answer questions left open in favorite works of literature. This also describes the ancient tradition of midrash, where readers write stories filling in gaps in the Bible. In Fan Fiction on the Book of Genesis Sarah Rosenson discusses the questions left open in the first book of the Bible, and every chapter includes questions for the characters in the stories, which can serve as prompts for conversations or creative writing. Rosenson argues that careful reading reveals narrative gaps: characters whose motivations remain unexplained, conversations that never occur, ethical dilemmas left unresolved, and emotions that are only implied. Drawing on the long tradition of Jewish midrash, she proposes that readers can engage these silences through disciplined creative writing, using imagination not as a substitute for close reading but as an extension of it. In our conversation, we discussed some of Genesis's most familiar stories from unexpected angles. What if Eve's pursuit of knowledge is more complex than simple disobedience? Why does Noah never challenge God's decision to destroy the world? What happens when Hagar's perspective becomes central rather than peripheral? Why does Abraham argue for the people of Sodom but remain silent when Isaac is placed on the altar? And how does the Joseph narrative negotiate the relationship between divine providence and human responsibility? We also explore the broader methodological questions raised by the book. Does describing midrash as "fan fiction" make an ancient interpretive tradition more accessible, or does it risk misunderstanding it? How far can readers imaginatively expand biblical narratives while remaining faithful to the text? And what safeguards distinguish responsible interpretation from speculation? Whether you are interested in biblical studies, literary criticism, Jewish interpretation, or creative writing, our conversation offers a thoughtful discussion of how ancient texts continue to invite new readings. More than providing answers, Rosenson's book encourages readers to ask better questions and, in doing so, to discover that Genesis remains as intellectually and ethically challenging today as it has been for centuries. You can find more about Sarah and her work here. Amisah Bakuri (PhD) is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Her work explores the intersections of religion, sexuality, gender, and migration, especially within African diasporic communities in the Netherlands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

The trials, tribulations and beauty of possessing a body, featuring poems by Jane Ellen Glasser, Susan Okie, Don Thompson, Joyce LaMers, and Larnell Custis Butler.Support the show

Can creative writing become a form of biblical interpretation? That is the provocative question at the heart of my conversation with Sarah Rosenson about her new book, Fan Fiction on the Book of Genesis: A Guide to Close Reading of and Creative Writing on the Bible (Cherry Orchard Books, 2026).  The modern phenomenon of fan fiction involves readers writing creative pieces that answer questions left open in favorite works of literature. This also describes the ancient tradition of midrash, where readers write stories filling in gaps in the Bible. In Fan Fiction on the Book of Genesis Sarah Rosenson discusses the questions left open in the first book of the Bible, and every chapter includes questions for the characters in the stories, which can serve as prompts for conversations or creative writing. Rosenson argues that careful reading reveals narrative gaps: characters whose motivations remain unexplained, conversations that never occur, ethical dilemmas left unresolved, and emotions that are only implied. Drawing on the long tradition of Jewish midrash, she proposes that readers can engage these silences through disciplined creative writing, using imagination not as a substitute for close reading but as an extension of it. In our conversation, we discussed some of Genesis's most familiar stories from unexpected angles. What if Eve's pursuit of knowledge is more complex than simple disobedience? Why does Noah never challenge God's decision to destroy the world? What happens when Hagar's perspective becomes central rather than peripheral? Why does Abraham argue for the people of Sodom but remain silent when Isaac is placed on the altar? And how does the Joseph narrative negotiate the relationship between divine providence and human responsibility? We also explore the broader methodological questions raised by the book. Does describing midrash as "fan fiction" make an ancient interpretive tradition more accessible, or does it risk misunderstanding it? How far can readers imaginatively expand biblical narratives while remaining faithful to the text? And what safeguards distinguish responsible interpretation from speculation? Whether you are interested in biblical studies, literary criticism, Jewish interpretation, or creative writing, our conversation offers a thoughtful discussion of how ancient texts continue to invite new readings. More than providing answers, Rosenson's book encourages readers to ask better questions and, in doing so, to discover that Genesis remains as intellectually and ethically challenging today as it has been for centuries. You can find more about Sarah and her work here. Amisah Bakuri (PhD) is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Her work explores the intersections of religion, sexuality, gender, and migration, especially within African diasporic communities in the Netherlands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

In this episode, Soren speaks with Nadya Williams, author of Christians Reading Classics: An Introduction to Greco-Roman Classics from Homer to Boethius, about the importance of reading the pagan classics through a Christian lens. They explore how slow, attentive reading of ancient texts can shape moral imagination and civic virtue.Nadya is Books Editor at Mere Orthodoxy and Interim Director of the MFA in Creative Writing at Ashland University. Be sure to grab a copy of Christians Reading Classics wherever books are sold!

In an oppressive and hateful society, joy is an audacious form of resistance. Today on the show, we're celebrating Pride in July. Host Ali Muldrow is joined by two guests in the studio, Alexandria Delcourt and Sean O'Brien. They tell stories about LGBTQ Wisconsin, what's hopeful and harmful in our political moment, and how not to let fascism rain on your Pride parade. They reflect on Pride events last month, including the state's first two spirit pow wow that Delacourt profiled for Our Lives magazine. O'Brien says that he's seen a growth in Pride festivals in small towns all over Wisconsin, debunking the idea that queer folks aren't welcome except in metropolitan areas. Meanwhile, policies related to healthcare and education make it hard for people just to be people in Wisconsin. Some hospitals aren't providing gender affirming care right now, due to a Trump administration change in funding. Just this spring, the Watertown school board canceled a student performance of “A Mother of a Revolution,” an instrumental song that pays tribute to trans activist Marsha P. Johnson. A lack of education and understanding drives hate, and the antidote is advocacy and representation. There are three LGBTQ+ candidates running for state office this season. Alexandria Delcourt is a writer and editor based in Madison. She earned her MFA in fiction in 2014, taught English and Creative Writing at UW-Whitewater, co-produced the Moth StorySLAM, and now works as an editor for Our Lives. Sean O'Brien is the Policy and Advocacy Director at Fair Wisconsin, the state's only LGBTQ+ civil rights and political advocacy organization. He is also serving his first term on the Madison Common Council. Featured image of a Pride memorial outside The Stonewall Inn Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0). Did you enjoy this story? Your funding makes great, local journalism like this possible. Donate hereThe post We're Celebrating Pride All Year appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

Serenity is the follow-on movie from Joss Whedon's series, Firefly. While the movie had a guaranteed audience, the story suffers because the main protagonist doesn't have a clear object of desire, however, the antagonist's OOD is super clear and it saves the movie. Valerie's exceptional study of the four types of protagonist moves up a notch again, as she explores the ‘lost soul' theory for the anti-hero. - M Submit your query letter and first 10 pages writing sample at storynerd.ca.For access to writing templates and worksheets, and more than 70 hours of training (all for free), subscribe to Valerie's Inner Circle.To learn to read like a writer, visit Melanie's website.To subscribe to Kat's Keynotes (Substack), click here.Watch us on YouTube!

A thoughtful meditation on sliced bread, featuring poems by Lynn Wood Dizard, Madelyn Garner, and Patricia Bollin.Support the show

Emily Rapp Black is the author of Poster Child: A Memoir; The Still Point of the Turning World, which was a New York Times bestseller, Editor's Pick, and a finalist for the PEN-USA Award; Sanctuary, a New York Times Editor's Pick; and Frida Kahlo and My Left Leg. Emily Rapp Black has received awards and fellowships from the Rona Jaffe Foundation; the Jentel Arts Foundation; the Corporation of Yaddo; the Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown, where she was a winter writing fellow among other awards. She is currently Professor of Creative Writing at the University of California-Riverside, where she also teaches in the School of Medicine. Her new nonfiction book is called I Would Die If I Were You: Notes on Art and Truthtelling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New York Times bestselling author and Shakespeare Professor Emeritus, Eloisa James, spoke with us about balancing literary scholarship with romance writing, leaving academia to write full-time, and her new “gothic adjacent” novel, THE LAST LADY B. Eloisa James is a New York Times bestselling author who has lead a “double life” as both Mary Bly—a Harvard, Oxford, and Yale-educated Shakespeare professor—and Eloisa James—a powerhouse of historical romance (recognized for her Regency and Georgian-era romances). Eloisa, called “a reigning queen of romance” by CBS Sunday Morning and a newly retired Shakespeare professor, continues to reinvent herself with her latest novel. THE LAST LADY B is a sharp, contemporary take on historical romance and her first foray into near-gothic storytelling—described as Jane Austen meets The White Lotus in the Scottish Highlands. Publishers Weekly said of the book in a starred review, "As the intrigue ramps up—complete with death, scandalous revelations, criminal allegations, and the potential for supernatural interference—sparks fly …" Eloisa James inherited a fascination with literature from her father, American Book Award-winning poet Robert Bly; her mother, short story author Carol Bly; and her godfather, Pulitzer Prize winner James Wright. [Discover The Writer Files Extra: Get 'The Writer Files' Podcast Delivered Straight to Your Inbox at writerfiles.fm] [If you're a fan of The Writer Files, please click FOLLOW to automatically see new interviews. And drop us a rating or a review wherever you listen] In this file Eloisa James, Milena, and I discussed: The burnout she experienced as a professor and former head of the Creative Writing program at Fordham University Why she decided to break the fourth wall and write her latest in first person What the romance genre offers writers in creative freedom and experimentation Her Popular course on writing genre fiction “Dragons, Daggers, and Dukes” How she collaborated with co-author Julia Quinn And a lot more! Show Notes: ElevenReader is a new, award-winning audio app for iOS, Android, Web Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/files! #squarepod eloisajames.com  The Last Lady B: A Novel By Eloisa James (Author) Eloisa James on Facebook Eloisa James on TikTok Eloisa James on Instagram Milena Gonzalez | Writer | Reader | Book Reviewer diary_of_a_book_babe on Instagram Kelton Reid Instagram Kelton Reid on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At some point in your business, you hit a moment where the project you thought you were doing turns out to be something much, much bigger. For me, that moment happened this year. I committed to doing a website rewrite after not touching my own website for years. What it actually turned into was  analyzing and tearing apart almost 10 years of offers, sitting with some pretty vulnerable business questions, and figuring out what I actually want the next chapter of my business to look like.Today I'm sharing all of it on Talk Copy to Me: Why the podcast went quiet for a bit, what an offer audit really looks like when you're doing it for yourself, and two new ways to work with me this summer if your website is the project you've been putting off._____________________________________________ EPISODE 189.Read the show notes and view the full transcript here: Coming soon!______________________________________________Here's the info on your host, Erin OllilaErin Ollila believes in the power of words and how a message can inform – and even transform – its intended audience. She graduated from Fairfield University with an M.F.A. in Creative Writing, and went on to co-found Spry, an award-winning online literary journal.When Erin's not helping her clients understand their website data or improve their website copy, you can catch her hosting the Talk Copy to Me podcast and guesting on shows such as Profit is a Choice, Mindful Marketing, The Power in Purpose, and Business-First Creatives.Stay in touch with Erin Ollila, SEO website copywriter:• Learn more about my intensive options or just book a strategy session to get started right away• Visit my website to learn more about my business, services, and products

On today's episode, Lawfare Managing Editor Tyler McBrien sits down with Emily Bazelon, a staff writer at the New York Times Magazine, the Truman Capote Fellow for Creative Writing and Law at Yale Law School, and the co-host of Slate's weekly podcast, “Political Gabfest.” They discuss three stories Bazelon and her colleagues recently published in the New York Times Magazine. For this trilogy of oral histories, they spoke with dozens of current and former government employees at the Department of Justice (“The Unraveling of the Justice Department”), FBI (“A Year Inside Kash Patel's F.B.I.”), and Department of Homeland Security (“The View From Inside Trump's D.H.S.”) about their experiences navigating the upheaval of the second Trump administration from the inside.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.