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How can the Fast Drafting method help you finally finish your novel? And how do you make progress when you only have 30 minutes a day to write? Jessica Brody shares her tips for finishing first drafts after 20 years as an author. In the intro, Clive Barker's Kickstarter, The Amazon Tax [Seth Godin]; Trad publisher announces “human-originated, AI-facilitated” book, The Everything Code [PanMacmillan; AI policy; CHAPTR]; Holy relics, churches, and memento mori in Bruges and Brussels. This podcast is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life, which helps authors self-publish and reach readers in global markets through the Kobo eco-system. You can also subscribe to the Kobo Writing Life podcast for interviews with successful indie authors. This show is also supported by my Patrons. Join my Community at Patreon.com/thecreativepenn Jessica Brody is the best-selling author of over 20 novels across different genres and age groups, as well as writing for Disney Publishing. She's also the author of Save the Cat! Writes a Novel and other books and courses for writers at the Writing Mastery Academy. Her latest book is Page One to Done: Finish Your Novel in 30 Days with the Fast Drafting Method. You can pre-order with bonus extras at JessicaBrody.com/preorder You can listen above or on your favorite podcast app or read the notes and links below. Here are the highlights and the full transcript is below. Show Notes Why a small advance can set you up for long-term success Why 97% of first drafts are never finished How to finish a novel writing 30 minutes a day Why drafting and revising are two different jobs How a pre-writing ritual primes your brain for flow Writing a meta murder mystery after 20 years of teaching plot You can find Jessica at JessicaBrody.com and WritingMastery.com. Transcript of the interview with Jessica Brody Jo: Jessica Brody is the best-selling author of over 20 novels across different genres and age groups, as well as writing for Disney Publishing. She's also the author of Save the Cat! Writes a Novel and other books and courses for writers at the Writing Mastery Academy. Her latest book is Page One to Done: Finish Your Novel in 30 Days with the Fast Drafting Method. So welcome to the show, Jessica. Jessica: Hi, thank you so much for having me. I'm so honoured to be here. My writing community speaks so highly of this podcast, so I'm excited. Jo: Oh, well, thank you, and you were requested, so this is going to be a good one. First up— Tell us a bit more about you and how you got into writing and publishing. Jessica: Well, I started writing when I was seven. I like to put in air quotes, I wrote my first, quote, “novel” when I was seven. It was about three pages long. I got the bug very early. I didn't realise it was an actual career choice that you could take seriously until way later in life, after I'd already graduated college with a degree in economics and I was working as a financial analyst, and I was just writing on the side for fun. Then, as luck would have it, I got laid off from my job, and I ended up trying to take writing a little bit more seriously in that time. That's when I found the Save the Cat method, which absolutely changed everything for me. Before that, I had loads of rejection letters, and I eventually sold my first novel to St. Martin's Press, and I've been writing and publishing ever since. That was 20 years ago now. Jo: 20 years, wow. It's so interesting. So you were in economics, you were a financial analyst, and you got into writing. Did you have any pushback from either your own brain that was like, “I cannot make money this way,” or your family? Or how did you make that leap? Because we just hear that it's not a career, financially, really. Jessica: I know, and I think I went into it very blindly, using television as my resource of this is how much money I can make writing. Like Sex and the City, she was selling books for lots of money. So I was like, oh, I just have to sell one book, and then I'll be set. That was not the case. My first advance was so much lower than I expected, and what happened, though, was kind of interesting. I sold my first book, way lower advance than I was hoping for. I wasn't making any money anywhere else, so I was taking on all these odd jobs that I could do in my own time. I was doing transcription work, and I was working at a school half the time. I mean, I just had so many really weird jobs. I think what happened was, because I didn't have another financial net to help me, it just pushed me really hard. So once I sold one book, I was like, well, I need to sell another one and another one, and I ended up in this 20-year cycle, which I've slowed down thankfully, since, but of writing so obsessively, I should say. I just kept selling books and selling books. My advances got higher and higher, and eventually I was able to support myself with my writing, but it was not instant at all. Jo: Actually, that's a really good note there, because we often hear so much of these debuts that get paid a ton of money, and then they disappear, and they almost spiral down. Whereas what you've done is spiral up. Which is almost a better way to do it perhaps, with your reputation with traditional publishing. Jessica: It's funny, I tell this story a lot to writers who are looking to get published, that the big advance is not necessarily the end-all be-all. Because I have heard that story before, someone gets a very big advance, and then it doesn't earn out, and they can't sell another book because the publisher's lost money. I had the opposite experience. My advance was so low, and my publisher got worldwide rights. They bought worldwide rights. So they started selling foreign rights of my first book really early on, and I earned out before the book even came out, with just a few foreign sales. That ended up setting me up for success, because I was making money for the publisher from day one, and I was able to sell more books, and so I sort of worked my way up. I really do credit a lot of that to how long I've been able to stay in this game. Jo: No, it's a good way of thinking about it, because people forget the publisher isn't a charity. The publisher has to make money from your book. So it's nice that you make money, but they have to make money, or they're not going to bother, right? Jessica: Yes, exactly. Jo: So let's come back to Save the Cat, because you mentioned that the original method really changed how you write, and then of course you did Save the Cat! Writes a Novel. So I've got that. I imagine a lot of people listening have got that. Tell us a bit about why that methodology made such a difference to you, and why you think it's so useful. Jessica: Well, you'll sense a theme here. I went into this business, like I said, without knowing a lot, and I went into it the way I think a lot of writers do, which is, I had an idea, I sat down, and I tried to write it. I had no guidance, no map, no structure, and I just wrote. I actually finished something, which is surprising, but then I started to get all these rejection letters that basically said similar things, which was, “You're a good writer, you have a good voice, but there's no story here.” I just didn't understand that feedback, because I had finished something. I could print it out and stack it on my desk. Wasn't that a story? Apparently it was not. Then a screenwriter friend of mine that I was talking to about how I was getting all of these rejection letters with the same note said, “You should read this book that recently came out. It's called Save the Cat, and it's for screenwriters, but I think it could work for novels because it just seems to be all about structure and storytelling.” So I read the book cover to cover so quickly, because if anyone's read the original, it's just so readable, and everything started clicking in my mind. I realised, wow, I really don't know how to tell a story. I could plot out everything I had done wrong, and I went back to my book and I started rewriting it from page one with this new structure in mind. When I finished that, I ended up getting an agent for that book, and the agent sold that book. I've been using the method ever since. It just made so much sense to my brain. What I tell writers is, “Use the method that makes sense to your brain.” All storytelling structure methods are basically telling the same story, just with different words, sliced and diced a little bit differently, but structure is structure, and a story is a story. It has to have a beginning, middle, and end. It has to have conflict, it has to have a middle twist, and things like that. So this one worked for my brain, and I started to teach it to other novelists, because at the time there was still just the screenwriting guide. So I started to teach how I was using it to other novelists, and that turned into the book, Save the Cat! Writes a Novel. Then I wrote a young adult version of it as well. And I still use it to this day. It's just something that's always made sense to me. Jo: So were you hired by the estate? Blake Snyder died, right? So were you hired to write that, or is that something you arranged? Jessica: It was kind of something that was arranged. I think Blake Snyder Enterprises is the name of the company. Blake Snyder died in 2009, sadly. When I started using the method, I was blogging about it on my blog, and I would share some of my beat sheets of the novels I was writing. The people who had taken over his estate reached out to me and said, “Hey, can you blog for us? Because we don't have a lot of novel content on our blog. We just do screenplay stuff.” And I said, “Of course.” I had a fangirl moment. Oh my gosh, they've reached out to me and this is so exciting. So I started blogging for them, and then that turned into the workshops that I started doing with them. Then we partnered up on the book. I think it was one of those things that felt inevitable, like we were just working toward it. I was living in LA at the time. They're based in LA. And I remember having breakfast with them, and we all just looked at each other and said, “So we need to write a book, right? There has to be a book.” So we ended up sharing the copyright, and, as you see from the title, it says based on the books by Blake Snyder. It's very much his method. Then I brought some of my novel flair and some of my own little tips and tricks that I had picked up over the years and applied it to his method. Jo: I love that. We are going to come to your other book for writers in a minute, but just on that intellectual property sharing, writing in other markets, you also write for Disney Publishing. This is so fascinating to me. Now, there are lots of people who do write for other properties. So how did that come about writing for other properties, and how does that fit into your portfolio of the things that you do? Jessica: Yes, writing for other properties is really fun. It's probably not for everyone. You have to know what you're getting into before you pursue it, because it's very much not your IP. You're writing under someone else's brand, you're in their canon, and there are certain rules you have to follow. So you have guidelines. I found it to be really fun and kind of a break from some of my own stuff, because I didn't have to come up with everything. I didn't have to invent all the new worlds and all the new characters. A lot of them were just given to me, and I could play within the boundaries of that sandbox, and I really found that inspiring. So what happened actually is I was on a writing retreat with a bunch of other writers, and there was a writer at the retreat who already wrote for Disney Press and was supposed to write this new series for them, based on their Descendants series. She said to me, “I really can't do it, but I'd love to recommend someone else to them.” I think we had been talking about how big of a fan I was of Disney or something, and she said, “Do you want me to recommend you?” And I said, “Yes, absolutely.” Another big fangirl moment. So the editor of that series reached out to my agent. They talked to me. They got writing samples from me through my agent, and then before I knew it, I was hired to write, I think the first contract was maybe for two or three of the books, and then we renewed for a few more. It was just really fun. Then I formed a relationship with that editor. We ended up working on another series for younger kids, based on the Disney Princess LEGO series, which was much younger and new for me. It had illustrations. That was a whole new challenge, but I found it really fun. As I said, it was a nice break from writing my own things, because I could write them fairly quickly. They did have very fast turnarounds at the publisher too, but I could use my skills for structure and storytelling and apply it to a world that already existed, and it was a nice pairing. Jo: I love this. So much of what you've done seems to have come from relationships or just putting yourself out there in the world. Jessica: Yes, good observation. I hadn't thought of that. Jo: Whereas I think a lot of people think that it's all about cold pitching. It's not so much, from what you're saying. Jessica: Yes, and I did another IP project with Simon & Schuster called Boys of Summer, which was a young adult novel. That one specifically came from my agent. So a lot of times publishers will reach out to agents and say, “Here's what we're doing. Do you have authors who would fit?” And my agent will often reach out to me and say, “Here's the pitch I got from a publisher. Are you interested in submitting yourself for this?” That's what happened with Boys of Summer. They actually sent out an outline to a bunch of writers who were interested, and I had to write sample chapters to the outline, or I think it was the first couple of chapters or something. I was very gratefully selected to write it. That came about from having an agent, and a lot of times having an agent is a way into IP work. And then those connections can help too. Jo: Fascinating. Right. Well, let's get into your book Page One to Done, which as I said, one of my listeners actually requested to have you on the show to talk about this book, because she said it was absolutely fantastic and helped her finish her book. So why finishing? What is the problem? Why write a book on actually finishing? What are some of the common issues that people have? Jessica: Well, thank you to that listener. I really appreciate it, and here I am because of you. Connections once again. So Page One to Done came out of my own struggle with finishing, and not just finishing, but finishing efficiently and maintaining joy throughout the process of writing a novel. As I said, I was writing very fast and furiously, and my deadlines were piling up, and I started to feel like writing a novel stopped being fun. It started to become a very frustrating process, and I realised that was a lot about how I was approaching the first draft, which, as most writers know, the first draft is very hard. When I started to look further into it, I found this statistic online that's widely accepted in the writing community, which is that 97% of first drafts are not finished. Which is, wow, mind-blowing, but also not that hard to believe once you think about the challenges of writing a first draft. Taking an idea from a seed, developing it into a full plot with character development and arcs and subplots and side characters and themes and all the things that you think a story should have, getting that all onto the page and actually reaching the end. It's very, very difficult, and I never lie about how difficult it is. So I was struggling to finish things quickly, to enjoy the process, and I noticed that other writers were too. I felt like, well, I have this plotting guide that I love, this structure guide, Save the Cat! Shouldn't this be easier once I have an outline? And it wasn't. And that, I think, is because we forget that there's another part of the process. It's not just about developing a compelling character. It's not just about having a well-paced plot. You have to be able to get ideas out of your head and onto the page in a way that doesn't make you want to quit. I think one of the problems with the first draft is most of us write something down, it does not match what's in our head, and we start to get more and more frustrated. The process becomes overwhelming. We're holding too much of the story in our head. We're going back to page one to revise with every new idea we have, so it starts to slow down. The farther we get into the book, the longer that back to page one process takes, and things start to spiral out of control. I think that's essentially what happens to this 97% of first drafts. The writer quits because it's not good enough. It doesn't match what's in their mind, and there's too much to hold, and it starts to become overwhelming. So this is what was happening to me. Even though I was finishing things, the process was still very overwhelming, and I started to experiment with different things. Different mindset shifts that I could make, different ways I could change my writing routine to really enhance the process, to get into flow faster, to stay in flow for longer, things like that. It took me about five years, and I developed this collection of mindset shifts and strategies and routines that I could not only apply to myself, but I turned it into a system that was repeatable, and I started teaching it in my Writing Mastery Academy. I called it the Fast Drafting method, and it's all about letting go of this idea that our first draft has to be perfect or even that good, and just focusing on getting ideas down as quickly as possible, even if that creates a big mess. It's this freeing process of doing that in a way that we don't get in our own way. So I started teaching it to other writers. People were finishing things who had never finished things before. Writers who had taken two years to write a first draft were writing first drafts in weeks. The biggest comment I was getting was, “This is so freeing. This is so liberating. This is so fun.” And it gave people the motivation that they needed to actually sit down and revise the book. Before, either they never finished, so they never got to the revision process, or they were so overwhelmed and bogged down by the two years it took for them to write one draft, they didn't have the energy to revise and get it to the next level. So anyway, all of this is to say it was working for me, it was working for other writers. I turned it into a book called Page One to Done, and it's my three-phase process, mindset, preparation, and drafting, which I equate to running a marathon. You wouldn't run a marathon without proper training and proper nutrition and the right mindset, just like you wouldn't write a novel without the right mindset, the right preparation, and the right skills you need to get to the end. Jo: That's fantastic. You mentioned training there and some of the routine changes. So I hear new writers say, “Oh, I can't write unless I maybe have two hours or three hours to write down stuff, and I never have three hours at a time, so I never have time to write.” I hear that a lot. So what would you say to those people? What is a routine and a mindset shift that might help those people? Jessica: That's great, and I hear that all the time too. I interviewed a handful of authors for this book who had gone through the fast drafting method with me, and I would say the majority of them wrote for 30 minutes to one hour a day and were able to finish their books in a matter of weeks to maybe two months. That's because what I teach in the book is not about the amount of time you have. It's about how you use that time. When you really structure your day and your writing time with intentionality, you do whatever you can to block out distractions, get into flow, stay in flow. I'll give you one amazing tip that basically solves all of these things in a second. But when you really bring intentionality to those 30 minutes, you can write more in 30 minutes than you can in three hours without bringing these kinds of intentional choices. So that's one of the things I teach. You don't need more time. You actually just need to approach the time you have with the right mindsets and the right intentions. So one of the biggest shifts I tell people is just don't write and revise at the same time. For one, it pulls your brain in two different directions and creates the requirement of context switching, because essentially drafting and revising are two different jobs. Drafting is getting ideas out of your head and onto the page. Revising is polishing those ideas. They require very different headspaces and very different skills. So when we try to do both of them at once, we're pulled in two different directions. We're essentially trying to polish something we haven't even figured out yet, so we're polishing in the dark, if you will. It causes our brain to snap back and forth so many times. The term context switching is very big in the zeitgeist today, and that's because it's eating up our brain capacity. So if you spend 30 minutes just getting ideas down without judging them as they're coming out, without trying to revise them as they're coming out, you will get a lot of words down. A lot of that has to do with just what do you expect out of those 30 minutes? If you expect to write a chapter of absolutely brilliant polished prose, you're probably not going to do it, and you're going to feel like you wasted three hours. Then the next time you have three hours, you're like, “Well, no, I'm not going to do that. It's too frustrating, and I don't have three hours to begin with.” But if you sit down with the idea of, “I'm going to get all my ideas down. I'm going to just enjoy this process and live in my story for these 30 minutes,” you will be amazed at how much will come out onto the page. And you can absolutely finish a book that way. So intentionality is how you set up your workspace. Making sure that your phone is on do not disturb, making sure there are no pop-ups on your screen, making sure there are not even windows open behind your document. Every time your mind thinks about something else, you have to bring it back, and that eats brain power. So it's things like that. I have a whole chapter on how to set up a writing routine. One of the biggest tips I give people is to do what I call a pre-writing ritual. This is based in neuroscience, and there are all of these studies that back this up, that our brain does something where it associates an activity with another activity. So let's say right before we sit down to write, every time we do that, we do 10 jumping jacks, just as an example. But we only do 10 jumping jacks before we write. We don't do 10 jumping jacks before we sit down to do our taxes or answer emails. It's just before we write. Your brain starts to create this associative link with jumping jacks and writing. These are ways that we can prime our brain to get into the writing mode, and after doing that a handful of times, you do your jumping jacks, and your brain is literally already in your story before you sit down. It starts to soften that resistance that happens when we think, “Oh, I have to go write now,” or, “I've got to go write a certain amount of words,” or, “I have to work with my story.” It softens that, where it just becomes, “Oh, this is what I'm doing now.” Setting up these pre-writing rituals, which could include jumping jacks, could include something else, a lot of examples we can explore if you want, creates that associative link and allows us to get into the writing zone even faster. So by the time we sit down, we're already primed to go. We're not wasting a lot of that time going, “Oh, should I do it now? Should I do it later? I've got to open my document. Oh, my coffee's a little low.” All the things that we do to delay writing. They start to fall away. Jo: Yes, I mean, I always tell people, you and I turned up on time. We arranged this. We respect each other. We turn up, and we're doing this within a time slot. So I always say to people, “Look, make a calendar entry for your writing,” and do you respect your writing enough to turn up on time and do the work? We had a few minutes of saying hi or whatever, and then we got on with our work, which was this interview. So if you've arranged to start writing for that half an hour, then it is work still, right? You need to turn up and honour that. Jessica: Yes, and actually I have the same tip in the book. I say put it on your calendar, block it off. For the reasons you said, it creates in your brain the idea that this is a serious thing. It's not just a, “Oh, I'll get to it when I get to it,” like folding the laundry. It's like, no, this is what I've decided to do, I'm serious about it, I respect it. Just like any other appointment that you would respect, like lunch with a friend or an important business meeting, you show up for it. You don't go, “I think I'll show up to that business meeting in a few hours when I feel like it.” Also it keeps the routine consistent, because one of the tips I give is to always write at the same time every day if you can, because again, that associative link created in your brain, that habitual routine. So if you put it in your calendar for the days that you're going to write, you won't schedule over it by accident, which is just another logistical thing. I say something similar to what you just said, Joanna, in the book, which is basically, if you booked a massage for an hour, you would stay for the hour, right? Because you paid for this massage. Jo: Hell yes. Jessica: It's important to you. You're not going to get up in the middle and start texting your friends. You want your massage. If you treat your writing like any other thing that's important to you and show up for it consistently, it will show up for you, too. Jo: Yes, and I think the other misconception is that, okay, so that person has made it, and they're at the desk. I listen to rain and thunderstorms in my headphones. That's kind of, I guess, my routine. But that doesn't mean that I can just stream something wonderful. You talked about separating the writing and the editing, but sometimes it really is pretty basic, right? Morgan walked into the room. That will often be my thing, and then I'll be like, “Okay, well, why?” And what was the room like? Or was it even a room? So sometimes you just have to start writing something rather than wait for a perfect sentence. Jessica: Oh, yes, absolutely. Waiting for the perfect sentence, you'll be waiting for a long time. I say waiting for inspiration, you'll be waiting for a long time. My joke is, if I waited to write only when I felt inspired, I'd finish a book about every 20 years, if that. I think that's very important, and I teach a lot of tips and tricks in the book on how to get past that resistance, because of course, we don't want to just sit down and write something that we don't like. We don't want to just write down, “Oh, she stared at her computer for 10 minutes.” But sometimes we have to write that down to get to the next sentence or the next plot point or whatever barrier is in our mind. So one tip I'll tell people is put things you don't like in brackets, the square brackets. It's a really simple tip, and it's one of the tips I share in the book. Just put it in brackets and move on. What the brackets do, at least for people who use it, is it's like scaffolding. It's a reminder to your brain, this isn't permanent. This isn't going to stay. I'm going to come back to this later and fix it once I figure out what the story is and what she's actually doing in the room at this moment. For now, it's there. It's on the page. I can move past it. For me at least, the brackets are just this really nice reminder of the scaffolding. Nope, nope, nope, not perfect, not permanent, moving on. Then you can come back later and flesh it all out. I share a lot of anecdotes from my 20 years of writing novels, and one that I particularly like is I was working on a novel, and I had this scene that was just so awful, where all of my characters were sitting in a room. I had no idea what room it was or what it looked like, and they were talking about their feelings. It was just so awful and boring, but I had to get through this scene because I had to establish certain things that came later. I was complaining and complaining about this scene. I was on a writing retreat at the time, and my writer friends were like, “Let's just do a writing sprint, and we'll all write really fast, and we'll all get through our bad scenes, and we'll move on.” So I did that. I moved past the boring scene. It was still boring all the way to the end, but here's the thing, I couldn't figure out what happened in that scene until I'd figured out the whole story. So I wrote the bad version, and then in the next draft I came back and I was like, “Oh, this scene should take place on this bridge that I wrote in the finale that I didn't even know I needed, and it's this very symbolic bridge, and they can be standing on the bridge, and then they should be talking about this because that's going to pay off in the third act,” and I hadn't even thought of that yet. So all the things were coming together, but I could never have come up with that at the time. If I had just sat there and tried and tried, I probably would have gotten stuck at that scene and quit. So I had to just write the bad version, move past it, and come back later. Jo: Yes, and I think maybe because you're famous for structure, people think that maybe you wouldn't have to do that, because you already came up with that in the plotting. It sounds like you're also putting in those elements and foreshadowing and deepening things in the edit. So that's quite comforting for me as a discovery writer, because I end up doing so much more of that kind of thing in the edits. Jessica: Well, something I like to say is that we're all discovery writers, just different degrees. Because the writing process, no matter how much you plot in advance, is always going to be a discovery process. There are always going to be things you didn't think of. There's always going to be a way to tie things together that you never could have thought of before you started writing. So much of the story evolves and gets processed on the page and in your mind as it's coming out onto the page, and it's delusional to think you can think of all that before you start engaging with the characters. You can come close. I've known writers who have come very close, but almost all writers will discover something that they didn't know in the outline. I would argue that that's actually the fun part of writing. It's not the days when writing goes exactly to plan. They're nice, but they're not necessarily the fun parts. The fun parts are when you sit down to write the scene you thought was going to be the scene, and suddenly this new detail appears, and you go, “Oh my gosh, this totally unlocks everything, and I never even thought of it.” It could be in a text message. It could be on a billboard. It could be something the character just blurts out that you weren't expecting, and suddenly your whole story comes together in that moment, or maybe just the scene comes together. It's those moments, I think, that we write for. So even just expecting the book to come out exactly as you plotted is one of those mindset shifts. If you shift it and think, “This is really fun. I get to discover new things about my story that I wasn't expecting,” that, again, just makes the process a little more fun. So instead of, “Oh, this isn't what I thought it was going to be,” or, “This isn't what I outlined,” which is focusing on what's wrong with the book, it becomes, “Oh, wow, this is teaching me something I never expected about my story, and that's pretty cool.” Jo: Yes, I think that moment, Carl Jung called it, I guess, synchronicity, the moment when these things come together and it feels just incredible, that's the moment we all look for. It does seem to happen on every book. Everything clicks into place, and I look forward to that moment with every book. I did want to ask you about a novel that you have coming out soon as we record this, called How to Write a Murder. Now, this is a new genre for you, and it's quite meta because it's about writers as well. So talk about writing a brand new genre now at this point in your career. What are the challenges of trying to reach a new audience? Why do this book now? Jessica: Wow, great question. I love challenging myself to do something new. I wrote contemporary for many years and then thought, “I'm going to try a sci-fi.” Or, “I'm going to try middle grade now.” I think I go where the story wants, where I'm inspired to go when it comes to story ideas. However, with mystery, it's been one of those things that's always been on the back of my mind, like a wish list, a bucket list. I want to write a murder mystery. I just never had the right idea. Or I never had the time, or I never had the space. Then I finished my last novel contract, and I took a break, because I had been writing on deadlines for years. I took a very, very much needed break from deadlines. For the first time in I think 15 years, I did not have a book deadline. I just asked myself, “Jessica, what do you want to write?” As opposed to, what's the next book that's due? And the answer was very clear. I want to write that murder mystery. I toyed with a few ideas, and then I started to think about, okay, so I wrote this book on plot that a lot of people know and use. What if someone used that book to plot a literal murder? What would that look like? This meta explosion came to mind, which is that I wanted to write a murder mystery that's structured like a plotting guide for murder mysteries. The characters in the book are all writers who are familiar with this plotting guide, and the events of the story are unfolding like the plot of a murder mystery according to this book. You have no idea which one of them is actually using the book to plot the murder, because they all know the book. So one of the taglines is, “One dead body, seven mystery writers, and they all know how to get away with murder.” It was sort of my culmination of everything I'd done in my career. All the plotting workshops I'd taught, all the revision courses I'd taught, and of course this plotting structure method I'd been teaching for years, and I put it into this book. It's a fictional version of Save the Cat! It's called The Bestseller Formula. The premise of this book is that someone is using a murder mystery plotting guide to plot a literal murder. So the reader is learning how to write a murder as they're reading about the murder on the page. Jo: I love it. I know lots of people are going to want that. It does bring the business side of things into more difficulty, because of course you have readers, like you mentioned middle grade, you've got YA books, and obviously, I guess, the writers that you teach will be interested. How is this going to work for your book marketing and your business? Because it also sounds like this might be a standalone. Jessica: It is a standalone as of now. I have some sequel ideas, but we're not pursuing them yet. It is a different market for me, for sure, and that's become a challenge as I'm marketing, because I'm not in the thriller mystery space yet. I haven't written a novel for adults since the very, very beginning of my career. I've been mostly writing for teens and middle grade. The good news is most of my teen readers are now adults, because it's been so long since I wrote for teens. So there's that. I think the book will appeal to mystery readers just because it's a fun mystery, and there's a fun meta element to it. I think it's going to appeal to writers as well. So I'm very much leaning on that, at least for the launch. I hope my writer community will get behind this book, because it's very much an ode to storytelling. It's an ode to writers. I dedicated it to writers. As a writer, you will understand this book on a level that a reader never will. You will get so many of the little inside jokes that a reader might just skim past. So I did very much write it for writers, with the hope that readers will also enjoy it. I had the most fun writing it I've had, I think, of writing any book. Partly I think that was because I wasn't writing it under deadline. I was just writing it for me, but also just because it felt like the book I'd been destined to write for so long. Jo: Fantastic. So we're out of time. So where can people find you and your books and everything you do online? Jessica: How is that possible? I feel like we just started. JessicaBrody.com is the best place to find everything. If you're interested in my writing courses, you can check out WritingMastery.com as well. Jo: Well, thanks so much for your time, Jessica. That was brilliant. Jessica: Thank you, Joanna. I had so much fun.The post From Page One To Done: Fast Drafting Your Novel With Jessica Brody first appeared on The Creative Penn.

Here is your Daily Disney News for Friday, May 22nd, 2026 - Disneyland Resort in California is set to unveil a new nighttime spectacular, "Illuminations of Imagination," starting June 15th, with advanced projections and pyrotechnics featuring beloved stories and characters. - Disney California Adventure's Marvel Avengers Campus is expanding with a new attraction, "Wakanda: Journey to the Panther's Throne," offering an immersive experience through Wakanda with Black Panther. - Tokyo Disneyland plans to reopen a reimagined "Fantasyland Forest Theatre" this summer, featuring enhanced seating and a state-of-the-art sound system for a magical storytelling experience. - Disney Publishing announces a new book series, "Tales from the Galaxy's Edge," expanding the Star Wars universe with captivating stories and characters. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.

What does it really take to build a creative career inside Disney?In this episode of Unlocking the Magic, we sit down with Charlie Price — writer of Me & Mickey, author of Holiday Magic at the Disney Parks, and contributor to multiple Disney Publishing projects — to talk about persistence, pitching ideas, working behind the scenes at the parks, and what it's actually like navigating Disney's creative machine.From working security during the opening of Disney California Adventure to writing 130+ episodes of Mickey content, Charlie shares the real story behind building a creative career inside one of the biggest entertainment companies in the world.

Hello there, and a very happy Tuesday to you! This is your Disney News for Tuesday, February 17th, 2026. Let's dive into the magic and wonder of what's happening in the world of Disney today! - Disneyland Tokyo unveils "The Enchanted Gardens," an interactive attraction blending technology and nature. - Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom opens "Tron Lightcycle Run," a thrilling ride inspired by the Tron films. - "Frozen III" is set to release this fall, promising to explore Elsa's powers and new lands. - Disney Publishing introduces a new book series focused on Disney Villains, revealing their backstories and motivations. Thanks for tuning in, and I hope you have a truly magical day ahead. Remember to check in tomorrow for more Disney updates. See you tomorrow!

This week on the podcast, Patrick and Tracy welcome Katie Cook, author of NOTHING SPECIAL. About NOTHING SPECIAL: In the grand scheme of the worlds at large, Callie thinks she's nothing special. Sure, she's friends with the ghost of a radish and her dad owns a magical antique shop–but she's spent her life in the human world. Her dad won't let her join him on his collection trips in the magical realm “for her own protection”, so she's only caught glimpses of that world through the gates of the town where her father's store is. On her seventeenth birthday, Callie goes home with her friend Declan to find her home in disarray and her dad missing. Signs of a struggle point to the portal to the magical realm and when there are signs, you follow them. Now it's up to Callie, Declan, and Radish to band together and bring him home. As they face creatures good and bad, and all sorts of adventure, Callie and Declan may just find out that they are both special in their own ways after all. About Katie Cook: Katie Cook is the creator of the Nothing Special webcomic on Webtoon and the oldie-but-goodie webcomic Gronk: A Monster's Story (which was one of the first webcomics archived by the library of congress!). She spent several years as one of the primary writers on IDW's My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic comics to the point that they made her a pony on the show (really). Then there's all those books she has illustrated and written for a tiny franchise called “Star Wars”. Maybe it'll take off one day. Time will tell. She has also written and drawn comics for Marvel, Disney Publishing, Boom! and many other publishers. This week's picks: Katie: 31 Days of Drawing Things You Don’t Normally Draw: Quiznos Spongemonkeys Tracy: That’s Not a Hat (Game) Patrick: Stranger Things 5 (Netflix) Links: Katie Cook on Instagram Tracy Townsend on BluSky Patrick Hester on Instagram The Functional Nerds Patreon Page © 2026 Patrick Hester The post Episode 691-With Katie Cook appeared first on The Functional Nerds.

As July 2025 comes to a close, Disney fans are treated to an exciting lineup of news and events. From not-so-spooky Halloween reveals to superhero encounters, here's a look at the biggest updates this week. Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Highlights Magic Kingdom is gearing up for the season with new entertainment, themed treats, and limited-edition souvenirs. The buzz centers around the highly anticipated popcorn bucket and sipper, already must-haves for collectors. ESPN 8: The Ocho Brings Free Fun The Wide World of Sports hosts ESPN 8: The Ocho, a quirky, free-to-attend sporting takeover. Expect offbeat competitions and plenty of fun, making this one of the most unique summer events. [caption id="attachment_74755" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] ESPN8 The Ocho 2025[/caption] Bourbon Steak Debuts at Walt Disney World Dolphin Greg was on-site for the grand opening of Bourbon Steak. This new signature dining location promises a refined menu and elegant atmosphere, making it a can't-miss experience for food lovers. Avatar: Fire and Ash Trailer Wows Fans The first trailer for James Cameron's Avatar: Fire and Ash left audiences speechless with breathtaking visuals and new creatures from Pandora. The film opens December 19, 2025. Disneyland Announces Holiday 2025 Details Disneyland shared its full holiday lineup, featuring festive décor, returning shows, and seasonal entertainment. It's a perfect time to plan your holiday getaway. Construction Begins on Monsters, Inc. Project Walt Disney World has officially started construction on a new Monsters, Inc. project. While details remain limited, fans are eager to see what Pixar's monsters will bring. Final Weekend for Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin Space Rangers have one last chance to defeat Emperor Zurg before Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin closes August 4 for a major refurbishment, set to reopen in 2026 with new features.  Last Ride August 3, 2025. Disney+ August Lineup Revealed Disney+ is rolling out big titles this August, including Marvel Eyes of Wakanda, Chris Hemsworth's Limitless, and Christmas, Christmas, Christmas!! George Lucas Surprises at Comic-Con In a historic moment, George Lucas made his first-ever Comic-Con appearance, thrilling fans with his presence and adding excitement to the event's biggest announcements, including a look at Ezra Bridger in Ashoka 2, Darth Maul Animation, and Disney Publishing. From spooky sweets to Marvel heroes, it's a magical week for Disney fans everywhere. Catch the full video for an inside look at all the highlights. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o71FnSdoXyI

Hello there, and happy Tuesday! This is your Disney News for Tuesday, June 10th, 2025. Sit tight and get ready for a magical journey through some of the most exciting Disney happenings! - Disneyland Tokyo is launching a new summer parade with vibrant floats and a limited-time global summer menu in the parks. - Disney World Orlando's Galactic Starcruiser introduces an exclusive new mission for Star Wars fans, featuring interactive adventures with famous heroes. - Disney Publishing announces a new line of children's books focusing on inclusivity and diversity with beloved characters. - Disney+ prepares for the premiere of "Muppets Mayhem" featuring Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem band for fans of comedy and nostalgia. Thanks for stopping by for your Disney updates. Be sure to come back tomorrow for more enchanting news. See you tomorrow!

In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts review 'Star Wars: Crimson Climb' by E.K. Johnston and Disney Publishing. But first, they go over the latest in Star Wars news: first look at Phase III Star Wars: The High Republic characters, Star Wars: The Secrets of the Wookiees, and Star Wars: The Eye of Darkness.  Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf  

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Prophecy Radio episode #101 discusses the latest Rick Riordan Presents book, Serwa Boateng's Guide to Witchcraft and Mayhem by Roseanne A. Brown. We also break down the latest Rick Riordan news, including updates on Chalice of the Gods, the WGA/SAG-AFTRA strikes, and more. New episodes of Prophecy Radio air weekly, and we keep our discussions PG-13. News and Updates (00:02:44) Don't forget that Serwa Boateng 2 is out in the world now. Read Riordan wants you to meet the god of death, Owuo. If you couldn't make it to any of the Chalice of the Gods book tour stops, be sure to register (FOR FREE) for the Flip event taking place on October 5. If you're going to NYCC, be sure to stop by Disney Publishing to check out what they have on their shelves. Read Riordan also posted an article about Ganymede. He is, in fact, the himbo in question. Could the chalice be used to kill a god!? A mortal stealing the chalice just seems boring. Karen gets very defensive of poor Ganymede. Suddenly, Iris or Hebe stealing the chalice seems too obvious. Speaking of, Read Riordan also wants us to meet Hebe. Hebe Jeebies seems like the Lotus Hotel and Casino all over again. We find out that Hebe is the one with the chickens. As always, we toss out some wild and unhinged theories. ONE of them has to be close to the truth, don't you think!? Kristen also provides us with a quick update on the strikes. The WGA is meeting with the AMPTP as we speak! Thank goodness Drew Barrymore backpedeled. Did you know Dancing with the Stars is a WGA show because we sure didn't! (And neither did Matt Walsh.) We'll bring you more news next week, but things are looking up! Serwa Boateng's Guide to Witchcraft and Mayhem by Roseanne A. Brown (00:22:32) It's time to talk about Serwa Boateng 2, so let's kick this off with Karen's review of the book. We're starting off with a spoiler-free section but it will ruin the surprises from the first book if you haven't read that already! What is this book about? Where did we leave Serwa at the end of the last one? How did this one compare to the first Serwa book? It should come as no surprise that we are BIG fans. As always, there are a lot of important themes to discuss. Poor Serwa is dealing with a lot of change in her life right now. It's gotta be tough resisting the urge to drink blood when you're a vampire. Auntie Effie is super different than we expected her to be. Can we blame her for hating the Abomofuo? Okay, let's talk about Serwa's ETERNAL NEMESIS, Declan Amankwah. Was anyone (other than Serwa) surprised she had a little crush on him? We thought their interactions were mostly pretty cute, but Kristen is VERY angry with some of Declan's life choices. The spoiler section starts at 00:50:54. What did we think about Nana Bekoe's backstory? Funtunfunefu-Denkyemfunefu ended up being a delightful part of this book. Serwa's motives might've been duplicitous, but we liked the scenes where she hangs out with Declan. Except when they had to fight off that giant bird. That's a giant NOPE from us. Can the cobra come back for Book 3? Serwa was pretty clever in the way she escaped from the adze. The trampoline chat was so tragic yet so important for SO many reasons. Oh no, it's a trap! Kristen is very angry with Declan, but WAIT! It'll get WORSE! Serwa's punishment is…going back to her parents. Did her parents make the right choice in hiding her true nature from her? We're SO proud of Serwa's maturity in the scene where her friends confront her. Did we guess how Serwa was going to escape into the Underworld? Please mark us down as totally intimidated by Owuo. Did Serwa make the right choice by striking a deal with the god of death? Why was Nana Bekoe able to trick Declan into playing the Midnight Drum? Let's just say we are NOT fans of Serwa's grandmother. Will Nana Bekoe come back for Auntie Effie? We're very, very mad at Declan. But also…maybe we can find some sympathy for him, too? Serwa's friends stand up to her again, and we're not mad at all. Serwa found the perfect solution to the problem of her bargain with Death. I'm sorry, her mother is WHAT!? What can we expect in Serwa Boateng's Guide to Saving the World? Thanks for listening, and tune in next time for episode 102, in which we'll tackle the first THREE chapters of Percy Jackson and the Chalice of the Gods by Rick Riordan! This episode's hosts are: Karen Rought and Kristen Kranz. Each episode, our Prophecy Radio hosts and their guests will keep you up to date on the latest information coming out of Camp Half-Blood, including upcoming books and adaptation news, discuss a topic of choice, and do a chapter by chapter reread of the Percy Jackson series. Follow Us: Twitter // Instagram // Facebook // Tumblr Listen and Subscribe: Audioboom // Apple // Spotify Feel free to leave us your questions or comments through any of these mediums! You can also email us at prophecyradiopodcast@gmail.com or visit our homepage for archives and more information about our show. Prophecy Radio is a Subjectify Media podcast production. Visit Subjectify Media for more shows, including Not Another Teen Wolf Podcast, ReWatchable, and Not About The Weather, and for all our latest articles about the stories we're passionate about.

“Travel brings out the best version of ourselves, it's a version that's very curious and open-minded and open-hearted. And having your children being able to see you in that mode, and you being able to see them… is a very powerful thing,” Eliza Harris shares in this week's episode on family travel. Indagare Editorial Director Annie Fitzsimmons and COO Eliza Harris join Melissa this week on Passport to Everywhere to explore the joys, magic, challenges, pains and practicalities of traveling with family. Annie has a four-year old daughter (who has already traveled to three continents), and Eliza has three sons ranging from high school to college who have traveled the world with her, and during this episode the Indagare trio shares some of their favorite hotels, must-have airplane essentials, destinations ideal for various ages, and questions to consider before planning a trip. They also exchange their own favorite family travel stories - from moments with the Masaai in Tanzania to seeing the Eiffel Tower for the first time through a child's eyes - and discuss how these trips have transformed each of their lives.  See below for more information on the family travel tips mentioned in today's episode:What to take into account when planning a family trip:AgesSchedulesPreferencesGoalsStamina for activitiesTime zones and jet lagLength of your stayHow often you're changing hotelsHow independent your kids areEvents and sporting activitiesCultural differencesTime of day you plan activitiesInvolving your kids in the planning processKid-Friendly Hotels:Four SeasonsBelmondMarbella Club HotelMärchenhotel BraunwaldVictoria-JungfrauDisneyKeep an eye out for Annie Fitzsimmons' book with National Geographic and Disney Publishing: 100 Hotels of a Lifetime which releases in 2024. 

So many gay men struggle to find their passion, purpose, and to be happy. But, why? It's actually quite simple. They do nothing. They try a little, don't get the quick fix, and then give up. Harker Jones has never given up, but that's not the only reason he has constantly lived in his passion. Today he reveals the other stuff he has done to stay in his creative passions, even as a gay guy over 40. About Harker Harker Jones grew up on a dirt road in Michigan in a town so small it doesn't to this day have a traffic light. Upon completion of college he found his way to the entertainment hub of Los Angeles where, as a queer writer, he has completed the Amazon #1 best-selling gay love story Until September and nine screenplays, revealing truths through humor and horror. His short thrillers Cole & Colette and One-Hit Wonder have been accepted into 60 film festivals combined, garnering several awards. He was managing editor of Out magazine for seven years, spent two in gay porn, and worked at Disney Publishing. He's a member of both the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle and Mensa, loves cats and carbs and would like to be a one-hit wonder but would settle for being killed in a slasher movie. Connect With Harker Facebook Instagram Twitter Join Our Live Chats For 40+ Gay Men The third Monday of each month at 5:00 p.m. Pacific, we gather together on a zoom chat to talk about the stuff us gay gays aren't talking about but should - careers, finances, sex, love, health, coming out - all that stuff that we think we're talking about but aren't. It's fun, it builds community, and you never know when you just might make a great connection or a friend. Click Here To Join The Calls! You can also listen to the podcast on…

It's a Mother's Day episode! Tarkin's Top Shelf reviews Star Wars: The High Republic: Path of Vengeance by Cavan Scott and Disney Publishing. Your hosts do a deep dive into the backstory and psyche of 'The Mother,' followed by an in-depth discussion on the plot points and overall storyline of the final novel from Phase II of Star Wars: The High Republic. Mark and Becca's thought-provoking conversation leads them down the path of plausible possibilities and theories.  Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf  

Hey Friends! Today on The DKNG Show, Dan Khulken and Nathan Goldman of DKNG Studios join us for the 48th episode. In this episode, the boys share their exciting experiences at the South by Southwest Festival in Austin, Texas. They give us an update on the state of the American Poster Institute and the Flatstock Art Festival, which was the birthplace of many relationships and friendships that inspired Adventures In Design. We also delve into the drama surrounding Funko Pop and the recent removal of the head of the creative team at Mondo. We take an unbiased look at this topic from three different perspectives: Funko Pops, Mondo, and the artists who have created all the amazing work over the past two decades. Finally, we discuss the new book that DKNG Studios illustrated for Disney Publishing called "Got Your Number" by Mike Greenberg. Once again, DKNG Studios proves they are capable of illustrating in almost any type of style! If you want to hear more about all of this exciting stuff and much more, become a member of the Circle of Trust at AID.network. You'll get access to all 48 episodes of The DKNG Show in their full length, and catch all the fun. https://www.dkngstudios.com/blog/2023/4/4/got-your-number-book-jacket-and-illustrations   Join us Tuesdays and Thursdays for new episodes of Adventures In Design, where we'll help you turn your daydreams into your day job! Subscribe To Adventures In Design Today!  Are you tired of missing out on the full conversations and valuable insights shared on Adventures In Design? Upgrade to our Circle of Trust and gain access to over 1600 podcasts and workshops. As a member, you'll be able to hear the entire conversation and get more in-depth information to help manage your freelance, small business, or career. Plus, you'll have access to exclusive bonus content and get to enjoy even more good times and laughs with the AID community. Don't wait. Sign up for the Circle of Trust today and take your listening experience to the next level! https://aid.network/ 

For those looking to be inspired by Disney's beloved tradition of storytelling, readers and collectors can look to a variety of celebratory titles from Disney Publishing, including Walt Disney: An American Original, Commemorative Edition; The Official Walt Disney Quote Book; Art of Coloring: Disney 100 Years of Wonder and The Story of Disney: 100 Years of Wonder, by John Baxter, Bruce C. Steele and the Staff of the Walt Disney Archives.

While on a childhood vacation on Mackinac Island, Michigan, eight year old Harker Jones and his younger sister are drawn by a caricature artist. The caricaturist draws and labels his little sister "cute," while drawing and labelling Harker as a "clown." For years, and until only very recently, those two images haunted him for as they hung on the wall of his family's home.Harker Jones grew up on a dirt road in Michigan in a town so small it doesn't to this day have a traffic light. He has written an Amazon #1 best-selling love story, “Until September,” and nine screenplays, revealing truths through humor and horror. His short thrillers “Cole & Colette” and “One-Hit Wonder” have been accepted into more than 60 film festivals combined, garnering several awards. He was managing editor of “Out” magazine for seven years, spent two in gay porn, and worked at Disney Publishing. He's a member of both the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle and Mensa, loves cats and carbs and would like to be a one-hit wonder but would settle for being killed in a slasher movie.

Annie Fitzsimmons is a travel creative and editor and has worked in the travel industry for more than 17 years, traveling to six continents and reporting–on destinations, people, culture, hotels, and restaurants, and more – through numerous content platforms. Annie is currently writing and researching her book for National Geographic and Disney Publishing,  “Hotels of a Lifetime," to be published in 2024.  Most recently, she worked as Luxury Travel + Advisor Editor for AFAR Media, also hosting AFAR Live and Live from AFAR. Prior to AFAR, she was an editor at Virtuoso - one of the industry's leading networks for travel advisors - and held many roles at National Geographic over nine years, as their first and only Urban Insider, traveling the world and reporting on cities, culture, and lifestyle as their major female brand voice. She was a founding member of their Editorial Council, as well as spokesperson and foreword writer for two NatGeo books, The World's Best Cities and The World's Most Romantic Destinations.  Annie has been a keynote speaker and panelist on travel trends, media, and content at events around the world, including SXSW in Austin, World Travel Market in London, the International Tourism Conference in Latvia (sponsored by the U.S. Embassy in Riga), the Hospitality World Congress in Barcelona, and ILTM Americas in Mexico.  She is based in west London with her family, after living in her beloved NYC for more than a decade. She has been a licensed NYC tour guide since 2008.  On this episode, Annie returns to the show to revisit her one way ticket to Switzerland, to update us on her book, and to share 10 more “if these walls could talk” hotels. They are: 1. Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, Côte d'Azur 2. Hotel Sacher, Vienna 3. Hotel d'Angleterre & Nimb Hotel, Copenhagen (tie) 4. Baur au Lac, Zurich 5. Carlton, Cannes 6. Reid's Palace, Madeira  7. Hotel Jerome, Aspen  8. Hotel Eden Rock, St. Barts  9. Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra 10. Belmond Venice-Simplon Orient Express, Train  Annie is just one of the engaging personalities featured on The One Way Ticket Show, where Host Steven Shalowitz explores with his guests where they would go if given a one way ticket, no coming back. Their destinations may be in the past, present, future, real, imaginary or a state of mind. Steven's guests have included: Nobel Peace Prize Winner, President Jose Ramos-Horta; Former CIA Director, General David H. Petraeus, US Army (Ret.); Legendary Talk Show Host, Dick Cavett; Law Professor, Alan Dershowitz; Fashion Expert, Tim Gunn; Broadcast Icon, Charles Osgood; International Rescue Committee President & CEO, David Miliband; Former Senator, Joe Lieberman; CNN Chief International Correspondent, Clarissa Ward; Playwright, David Henry Hwang; Journalist-Humorist-Actor, Mo Rocca; "1000 Places to See Before You Die" Author, Patricia Schultz; SkyBridge Capital Founder & Co-Managing Partner, Anthony Scaramucci; Abercrombie & Kent Founder, Geoffrey Kent; Travel Expert, Pauline Frommer, as well as leading photographers, artists, chefs, writers, entrepreneurs, intellectuals, etc.

Harker Jones grew up on a dirt road in Michigan in a town so small it doesn't to this day have a traffic light. Upon completion of college he found his way to the entertainment hub of Los Angeles where, as a queer writer, he has completed the Amazon #1 best-selling gay love story “Until September” and nine screenplays, revealing truths through humor and horror. His short thrillers “Cole & Colette” and “One-Hit Wonder” have been accepted into more than 60 film festivals combined, garnering several awards. He was managing editor of “Out” magazine for seven years, spent two in gay porn, and worked at Disney Publishing. He's a member of both the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle and Mensa, loves cats and carbs and would like to be a one-hit wonder but would settle for being killed in a slasher movie. Social links: FB: Facebook.com/harkerjuice Twitter: @HarkerJones Instagram: harker_j Amazon author page: https://www.amazon.com/Harker-Jones/e/B07V6BQZ1B/ Goodreads author page: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19341846.Harker_Jones The Douglas Coleman Show now offers audio and video promotional packages for music artists as well as video promotional packages for authors.Please see our website for complete details. http://douglascolemanshow.com If you have a comment about this episode or any other, please click the link below. https://ratethispodcast.com/douglascolemanshow

Welcome To The Neighborhood: A Mister Rogers Tribute Podcast Guest: Luke Flowers About the Author Luke Flowers has illustrated more than sixty children's books. Most notably, the New York Times Best-seller “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood” poems by Fred Rogers, the award-winning “Unicorn Day”, by Diana Murray, and Disney's “The Muppet Christmas Carol” storybook. He is also both author and illustrator of “Jim Henson's Labyrinth ABC Storybook” and the “Moby Shinobi” series with Scholastic. The “Moby Shinobi” book series has sold over a million copies since book #1 was published in 2016. When Luke isn't illustrating or writing in his creative cave he enjoys puppetry, playing banjo, basketball and outdoor adventures with his family. He lives with his wife and three children in Colorado Springs. Colorado. Learn more about his story, books and art at lukeflowers.com. He has created work for a range of clients that include Scholastic, Penguin Random House, Little Golden Books, Disney Publishing, Fred Rogers Productions, The Jim Henson Company, Nickelodeon, Little Bee Books, Insight Editions, Imprint (Macmillan), Two Lions, Sourcebooks, Hallmark, Highlights, Albert Whitman Co., Hachette Book Group, Workman Publishing, The Smithsonian Institute, Discovery House Publishing, Cantata Learning and Capstone Publishing. To enjoy more of Luke's work, please visit lukeflowerscreative.com                 As we again walk into this podcast neighborhood, we want you to know that no matter where you are from, you are welcome here. I'm glad to be your our neighbor. Every daughter, every son, every tribe, and every tongue, in the Spirit of Fred Rogers and the life of welcome that he lived, welcome to the neighborhood.   Follow on Twitter @MisterRogersSay  

Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) - Episode 494 Guest: Luke Flowers About the Author Luke Flowers has illustrated more than sixty children's books. Most notably, the New York Times Best-seller “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood” poems by Fred Rogers, the award-winning “Unicorn Day”, by Diana Murray, and Disney's “The Muppet Christmas Carol” storybook. He is also both author and illustrator of “Jim Henson's Labyrinth ABC Storybook” and the “Moby Shinobi” series with Scholastic. The “Moby Shinobi” book series has sold over a million copies since book #1 was published in 2016. When Luke isn't illustrating or writing in his creative cave he enjoys puppetry, playing banjo, basketball and outdoor adventures with his family. He lives with his wife and three children in Colorado Springs. Colorado. Learn more about his story, books and art at lukeflowers.com. He has created work for a range of clients that include Scholastic, Penguin Random House, Little Golden Books, Disney Publishing, Fred Rogers Productions, The Jim Henson Company, Nickelodeon, Little Bee Books, Insight Editions, Imprint (Macmillan), Two Lions, Sourcebooks, Hallmark, Highlights, Albert Whitman Co., Hachette Book Group, Workman Publishing, The Smithsonian Institute, Discovery House Publishing, Cantata Learning and Capstone Publishing. To enjoy more of Luke's work, please visit lukeflowerscreative.com             10% Off Everything Rick Lee James on Band camp Instructions https://rickleejames.bandcamp.com At checkout use code: 10off   Music For the Season: Advent Hymn (Watching, Waiting, Longing) The season of Advent is right around the corner. This episode is about a view of musical resources available to you involving the song.   Official Music Video Link:   Web Site: https://rickleejames.com/ PURCHASE ALBUM: www.RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com SongSelect: https://songselect.ccli.com/Songs/6152291/advent-hymn-watching-waiting-longing Downloadable Charts and More available from LIFEWAYWORSHIP.COM: https://worship.lifeway.com/findAndBuy/songPage/AdventHymn(Watching%2CWaiting%2CLonging)?versionId=93901&rowNum=0&searchString=Advent%20Hymn%20(watching,%20Waiting,%20Longing)#song-Parts Loop Community: https://loopcommunity.com/en-us/songs/advent-hymn-(watching%2C-waiting%2C-longing)-by-rick-lee-james-3892  Endorsements: “A perfect and needed addition to any Christmas playlist this year. Rick Lee James bringing home the Advent Message.” -CCM Magazine https://www.ccmmagazine.com/music-video/rick-lee-james-advent-hymn-watching-waiting-longing/ “I love Advent Hymn (Watching, Waiting, Longing), which gives newness to the phrases of Isaiah. Watching, waiting, and longing is what we do now, and these songs help us do that in confidence. I anticipate that this album will be received as a great gift by many who will find their faith nourished and awakened by it.” –Walter Brueggemann (Professor Emeritus of Old Testament at Columbia Theological Seminary) "I've watched Rick grow as an artist and songwriter for many years. Congratulations brother on an excellent independent release." -Paul Baloche (Dove Award Winning Songwriter) "Rick Lee James is a poet and singer. You will not only enjoy listening, you'll be drawn into the source –Jesus." -Mike Harland   RICK LEE JAMES INFO Web Sites: https://www.rickleejames.com Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/halls     Share   More from Rick Lee James Shine A Light In The Darkness Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darkness Music Video:   Rick Lee James Playlist on Spotify:   https://t.co/S7nCRl0xqa

Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) - Episode 494Guest: Luke FlowersAbout the AuthorLuke Flowers has illustrated more than sixty children's books. Most notably, the New York Times Best-seller “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood” poems by Fred Rogers, the award-winning “Unicorn Day”, by Diana Murray, and Disney's “The Muppet Christmas Carol” storybook. He is also both author and illustrator of “Jim Henson's Labyrinth ABC Storybook” and the “Moby Shinobi” series with Scholastic. The “Moby Shinobi” book series has sold over a million copies since book #1 was published in 2016.When Luke isn't illustrating or writing in his creative cave he enjoys puppetry, playing banjo, basketball and outdoor adventures with his family. He lives with his wife and three children in Colorado Springs. Colorado. Learn more about his story, books and art at lukeflowers.com.He has created work for a range of clients that include Scholastic, Penguin Random House, Little Golden Books, Disney Publishing, Fred Rogers Productions, The Jim Henson Company, Nickelodeon, Little Bee Books, Insight Editions, Imprint (Macmillan), Two Lions, Sourcebooks, Hallmark, Highlights, Albert Whitman Co., Hachette Book Group, Workman Publishing, The Smithsonian Institute, Discovery House Publishing, Cantata Learning and Capstone Publishing.To enjoy more of Luke's work, please visit lukeflowerscreative.com10% Off Everything Rick Lee James on Band campInstructionshttps://rickleejames.bandcamp.com* At checkout use code: 10offMusic For the Season: Advent Hymn (Watching, Waiting, Longing)The season of Advent is right around the corner. This episode is about a view of musical resources available to you involving the song.* Official Music Video Link:* Web Site:https://rickleejames.com/* PURCHASE ALBUM: www.RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com* SongSelect: https://songselect.ccli.com/Songs/6152291/advent-hymn-watching-waiting-longing* Downloadable Charts and More available from LIFEWAYWORSHIP.COM: https://worship.lifeway.com/findAndBuy/songPage/AdventHymn(Watching%2CWaiting%2CLonging)?versionId=93901&rowNum=0&searchString=Advent%20Hymn%20(watching,%20Waiting,%20Longing)#song-Parts* Loop Community: https://loopcommunity.com/en-us/songs/advent-hymn-(watching%2C-waiting%2C-longing)-by-rick-lee-james-3892 Endorsements:“A perfect and needed addition to any Christmas playlist this year. Rick Lee James bringing home the Advent Message.”-CCM Magazine https://www.ccmmagazine.com/music-video/rick-lee-james-advent-hymn-watching-waiting-longing/“I love Advent Hymn (Watching, Waiting, Longing), which gives newness to the phrases of Isaiah. Watching, waiting, and longing is what we do now, and these songs help us do that in confidence. I anticipate that this album will be received as a great gift by many who will find their faith nourished and awakened by it.”–Walter Brueggemann (Professor Emeritus of Old Testament at Columbia Theological Seminary)"I've watched Rick grow as an artist and songwriter for many years. Congratulations brother on an excellent independent release."-Paul Baloche (Dove Award Winning Songwriter)"Rick Lee James is a poet and singer. You will not only enjoy listening, you'll be drawn into the source –Jesus."-Mike HarlandRICK LEE JAMES INFOWeb Sites:https://www.rickleejames.comGet The Single:https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/halls More from Rick Lee JamesShine A Light In The DarknessGet The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessMusic Video:Rick Lee James Playlist on Spotify:https://t.co/S7nCRl0xqa This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome To The Neighborhood: A Mister Rogers Tribute PodcastGuest: Luke FlowersAbout the AuthorLuke Flowers has illustrated more than sixty children's books. Most notably, the New York Times Best-seller “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood” poems by Fred Rogers, the award-winning “Unicorn Day”, by Diana Murray, and Disney's “The Muppet Christmas Carol” storybook. He is also both author and illustrator of “Jim Henson's Labyrinth ABC Storybook” and the “Moby Shinobi” series with Scholastic. The “Moby Shinobi” book series has sold over a million copies since book #1 was published in 2016.When Luke isn't illustrating or writing in his creative cave he enjoys puppetry, playing banjo, basketball and outdoor adventures with his family. He lives with his wife and three children in Colorado Springs. Colorado. Learn more about his story, books and art at lukeflowers.com.He has created work for a range of clients that include Scholastic, Penguin Random House, Little Golden Books, Disney Publishing, Fred Rogers Productions, The Jim Henson Company, Nickelodeon, Little Bee Books, Insight Editions, Imprint (Macmillan), Two Lions, Sourcebooks, Hallmark, Highlights, Albert Whitman Co., Hachette Book Group, Workman Publishing, The Smithsonian Institute, Discovery House Publishing, Cantata Learning and Capstone Publishing.To enjoy more of Luke's work, please visit lukeflowerscreative.comAs we again walk into this podcast neighborhood, we want you to know that no matter where you are from, you are welcome here. I'm glad to be your our neighbor. Every daughter, every son, every tribe, and every tongue, in the Spirit of Fred Rogers and the life of welcome that he lived, welcome to the neighborhood.Follow on Twitter @MisterRogersSay This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts review the second installment from Phase 2, Wave 1 of Star Wars: The High Republic: Quest for the Hidden City by George Mann. Quest for the Hidden City is a middle-grade novel by Disney Publishing and Lucasfilm Press. This story takes us on a journey alongside Jedi Knight Silandra Sho and her Padawan, Rooper Nitani, who are mandated to find their missing team members. Their investigation leads them to the planet 'Gloam,' a ravaged world said to be haunted by mythical monsters. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf

“When you're doing something you love, and you're passionate about, there is nothing like it in the world.” We are so excited to bring you a special interview with Cara Menzel and her sister, Disney Legend Idina Menzel. These two have teamed up to write a wonderful new children's book called Loud Mouse: How a Little Mouse Found Her Big Voice, which will be available through Disney Publishing on September 27. We speak to them about their inspiration behind the book, also how Idina's performing career helped to craft the story. As a special treat for our listeners, Idina sings a bit of the melody for her new song that is being released in conjunction with her book. This was truly a special opportunity, we'd like to send a big thank you to Disney Publishing. FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Brett Rutherford and Vanessa Ferguson __________________________________________   Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts   FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network  JOIN PODCAST PALS! – https://www.facebook.com/groups/186691492980265 FIND US ON TWITTER – https://twitter.com/BeyondMouse FIND US ON INSTAGRAM – https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemousepod  __________________________________________   Please enjoy this episode of BEYOND THE MOUSE and as always, we'll see you in the front row! 

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Tarkin's Top Shelf Reviews Star Wars: Stories of Jedi and Sith by Disney Publishing Worldwide. In this episode, your hosts talk about the upcoming Andor series coming to Disney Plus on August 31st, 2022. They also announce their involvement in the next Pod-A-thon for the Make-A-Wish Livestream event! After the news and announcements, your hosts dig into the ten anthology stories from Star Wars: Stories of Jedi and Sith.  Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf  

In this episode of the podcast Joe talks to illustrator & artist Eric Wilkerson.  Joe and Eric get into a discussion about art, representation in media, and how Eric used his daughter as inspiration for his first picture book 'I Color Myself Different' written by Colin Kaepernick. Enjoy! About Eric Wilkerson Eric Wilkerson is a Chesley Award-winning illustrator and concept artist whose client list includes Wizards of the Coast, Weta Workshop, Marvel, Dark Horse Comics, Scholastic, and Disney Publishing, to name a few. He has created art for film, TV, advertising, publishing, comics, and video games. A graduate of The School of Visual Arts, he teaches Illustration and Concept Art at CG Spectrum while also focusing on painting people of color having out of this world adventures. About 'I Color Myself Different' When Colin Kaepernick was five years old, he was given a simple school assignment: draw a picture of yourself and your family. What young Colin does next with his brown crayon changes his whole world and worldview, providing a valuable lesson on embracing and celebrating his Black identity through the power of radical self-love and knowing your inherent worth.   I Color Myself Differentis a joyful ode to Black and Brown lives based on real events in young Colin's life that is perfect for every reader's bookshelf. It's a story of self-discovery, staying true to one's self, and advocating for change... even when you're very little!   Thanks to Empire Toys for this episode of the podcast! Nostalgia is something everyone loves and Empire Toys in Keller Texas is on nostalgia overload.   With toys and action figures from the 70's, 80's, 90's, and today, Empire Toys is a one-stop-shop for a trip down memory lane and a chance to reclaim what was once yours (but likely sold at a garage sale)   Check out Empire Toys on Facebook, Instagram, or at TheEmpireToys.com The DTALKS Podcast has also been ranked #9 in the "Top 40 Detox Podcast You Must Follow in 2020" according to Feedspot.com for our work in the Cultural Detox space. Thank you so much to the Feedspot team!  https://blog.feedspot.com/detox_podcasts/

Marisa Torres is a Cuban-American artist working for Nickelodeon! We dive into her day-to-day working as a background painter for Santiago of the Seas. Marisa works in 2d to ideate, design, and paint how the assets will look before they reach that 3D stage. Before that, she was selected for the Nick Artist's program. She talks about how even with no self-confidence, she built herself up to continue forward through the application process. An auspicious meeting with Adrienne Norman, and a persistent attitude, led to Marisa's work on a children's book for Disney Publishing. Website: https://www.marisatorresart.com/ Instagram: @marisatorres.art If you enjoy our podcast, please share it and rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. We want to expand our platform and amplify these BIPOC voices! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/straight-ahead-podcast/message

Annie Fitzsimmons is a travel creative and editor and has worked in the travel industry for more than 16 years, traveling to six continents and reporting on destinations, people, culture, hotels, restaurants, and more through numerous content platforms. Annie is currently writing and researching her book for National Geographic and Disney Publishing,  “Hotels of a Lifetime," to be published in 2024.  Most recently, she worked as Luxury Travel + Advisor Editor for AFAR Media, also hosting AFAR Live and Live from AFAR.  Prior to AFAR, she was an editor at Virtuoso - one of the industry's leading networks for travel advisors - and held many roles at National Geographic over nine years, as their first and only Urban Insider, traveling the world and reporting on cities, culture, and lifestyle as their major female brand voice. She was a founding member of their Editorial Council, as well as spokesperson and foreword writer for two NatGeo books, The World's Best Cities and The World's Most Romantic Destinations.  Annie has been a keynote speaker and panelist on travel trends, media, and content at events around the world, including SXSW in Austin, World Travel Market in London, the International Tourism Conference in Latvia (sponsored by the U.S. Embassy in Riga), the Hospitality World Congress in Barcelona, and ILTM Americas in Mexico.  She is based in west London with her family, after living in her beloved NYC for more than a decade. She has been a licensed NYC tour guide since 2008.  On this episode, Annie shares her one way ticket to Switzerland. Plus, in the run-up to The One Way Ticket Show's 10th anniversary in March, Annie spotlights 10 “If these walls could talk” hotels for us to enjoy and highlights what makes them so special. Annie is just one of the engaging personalities featured on The One Way Ticket Show, where Host Steven Shalowitz explores with his guests where they would go if given a one way ticket, no coming back. Their destinations may be in the past, present, future, real, imaginary or a state of mind. Steven's guests have included: Nobel Peace Prize Winner, President Jose Ramos-Horta; Legendary Talk Show Host, Dick Cavett; Law Professor, Alan Dershowitz; Fashion Expert, Tim Gunn; Broadcast Legend, Charles Osgood; International Rescue Committee President & CEO, David Miliband; Former Senator, Joe Lieberman; Playwright, David Henry Hwang; Journalist-Humorist-Actor, Mo Rocca; SkyBridge Capital Founder & Co-Managing Partner, Anthony Scaramucci; Abercrombie & Kent Founder, Geoffrey Kent; Travel Expert, Pauline Frommer, as well as leading photographers, artists, chefs, writers, intellectuals, etc.

Charley and Ella are joined by Shelby Sessler to discuss "Dipper & Mabel's Guide to Mystery and Nonstop Fun," the first original Gravity Falls book from Disney Publishing. We participate in the book's many activities and interview the book's co-author Rob Renzetti about the production process! Follow Shelby: https://twitter.com/shelbysessler Follow Rob: https://twitter.com/RobRenzetti Buy Dipper & Mabel's Guide to Mystery and Nonstop Fun: https://www.abebooks.com/Gravity-Falls-Dippers-Mabels-Guide-Mystery/14492351747/bd Support us on Patreon (and hear our full interview with Rob) at https://www.patreon.com/MysteryShack Watch Kid Cosmic: https://www.netflix.com/title/80244340 Proof we conquered Mabel's challenges: https://twitter.com/mysteryshackpod/status/1486206293685817348?s=20 Alex Hirsch's Tweet of Shelby's cosplay: https://twitter.com/_alexhirsch/status/653336415963586560?lang=en "Aren't You Clever" webpage image: http://33.media.tumblr.com/ffb33d0c75e47f8de99c822796a8d886/tumblr_ncwk5y2JhJ1sbotlno1_1280.jpg Download the theme song: https://ellacesari.bandcamp.com/track/my-hearts-in-gravity-falls-20-ft-pryin-brian "Hall of Conspiracies" theme by https://simandthedimbulbv2-0.tumblr.com/post/664143564235800576/back-when-i-was-working-on-guide-to-neil Theme song instrumental by http://twitter.com/PryinBrian Gravity Falls score by https://www.youtube.com/c/BradBreeckMusic/featured Audio cleanup by https://twitter.com/AdamNewVA  Join our Discord Community: https://discord.gg/ZTRu7qyZcR Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mysteryshackpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysteryshacklookback/ https://pipedreampodcasts.com/mystery-shack-lookback Email us if you have well-archived experiences in the original Gravity Falls fanbase: mysteryshacklookback@gmail.com

On this episode, The Barretta Brothers take questions from the Live Youtube chat, with illustrator and author, Jay Fossgit.   ABOUT OUR HOSTS: Gene Barretta & Bill Barretta “What are they up to now?” That was the popular question around their house and neighborhood while growing up. It was not unusual to see Gene and Bill dressed up in homemade costumes – filming Super 8mm dramas – attempting risky stunts in the ravine – animating GI Joes and weird-looking clay figures – building and performing clunky puppets – drawing offbeat comics, - and imitating The Beatles. Today, life isn't very different. In addition to personal projects and various acting roles, Bill has been a director, writer, producer and core performer with The Muppets for nearly 30 years. Gene is an award-winning author and illustrator of children's books. He has also animated and illustrated for Sesame Street, Between the Lions, and The Jim Henson Company. The best part of their careers is that they occasionally get to work together! Unfortunately, no one will pay them to imitate The Beatles.   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jay Fossgit Jay P. Fosgitt has created comics for many familiar properties, such as SESAME STREET and DREAMWORKS ANIMATION (Ape Entertainment), MY LITTLE PONY, G.I. JOE, MICRONAUTS, TRANSFORMERS (IDW/HASBRO), POPEYE (KING FEATURES), ADVENTURE TIME, THE AMAZING WORLD OF GUMBALL, JIM HENSON'S LABYRINTH, THE DARK CRYSTAL and FRAGGLE ROCK (Boom/The Jim Henson Company), BETTY AND VERONICA and LITTLE SABRINA (Archie), and ROCKET RACCOON AND GROOT, AVENGERS, GWENPOOL, WEB WARRIORS, CHAMPIONS, DEADPOOL, JESSICA JONES, NOT BRAND ECHH. LOCKJAW AND SPIDER-GEDDON (Marvel), and Jay has illustrated YOUNG DONALD books for Disney Publishing, and drawn for RANGER RICK MAGAZINE (National Wildlife Federation).

For three-quarters of a century, ABC News has delivered up-to-date information on world events via radio, television, and digital platforms. In author John Baxter's new book, the news division of the "alphabet network" is the cover story. ABC News: 75 Years in the Making showcases the evolution of the brand, the talent, and the stories that unfolded along the way. John joins host Brett Nachman on Notably Disney to discuss writing this new title, in which he scoured ABC News' archives and talked with legendary journalists like Diane Sawyer and David Muir. Along the way he shares significant moments in ABC News' history, how he curated amazing photographs, and the joys of having a conversation with Sam Donaldson. You can check out ABC News: 75 Years in the Making (newly released from Hyperion Avenue, a division of Disney Publishing) on Amazon. Feel free to follow Brett on Twitter (@bnachmanreports), subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to notablydisney@gmail.com New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.

I've known our guest for Friday, April 2 since he was an assistant editor at DC Comics, and, since then, I've seen his rise to become one of the most prominent figures in the industry. From his years at Wizard to his time at DC, and then at Disney Publishing where, as Executive Editor, he led the Marvel Press imprint of the company, among other things, to his current position as Publisher at IDW Publishing. I'm talking, of course, about the brilliant NACHIE MARSHAM. We've talked about life, what's the direction he wants IDW to take, what makes a good pitch and what makes him cringe, the comics' language, the craft. silence, sounds, and much, much more! #DialogosdeComic​ #NachieMarsham​ #IDWPublishing​ #IDW​ #DisneyPublishing​ #DCComics​

Meet Ciara Shortridge in this week’s episode of Thinkin’ and Drinkin’, Sr. Creative Director at Curb/Word Publishing. She and Bart are long-time friends and even worked together at Disney. Listen in as they share stories of what she’s learned living in Nashville and topics such as the increase in creativity during Covid, what to look for in writers, and the frustration of pitching songs via email.In this episode, you’ll hearCiara talks about her story and why she decided to come to NashvilleCiara talks about what it was like to work for Disney Publishing, and how it is totally different to work for a company that is so connected with movies and television versus a publisher who is mainly trying to get cuts on acts. For the full show notes visit http://www.thinkinanddrinkin.com/podcast/the-rochester-rebel See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Derek’s Website and Social Media Handle, Website: https://www.dereklaufman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklaufman/ —————————————————————————— In this Podcast with Derek Laufman, we discuss: • His early start at Art and his 10 Year career in Game Development. • Transitioning into a Freelancer and an Illustrator. • Building a Social Media Following. • Working for Marvel, Hasbro, Dreamworks and DC Comics. • On Making his own Comics. • How to Self Publish your work successfully. About Derek Laufman: Derek Laufman has been a professional artist for over 18 years and resides In London, ON, CANADA. He studied Classical animation at Sheridan College which led to a 10 year career in game development. For several years now, Derek has been a full time freelance illustrator/designer working out of his home for Marvel, Warner Bros., Disney Publishing, Hasbro and Mattel. He is the designer of Marvel’s Super Hero Adventure line as well as DC’s Super Friends new toddler focused branding. Derek also has recently created his first 5 issue mini series called RuinWorld published by BOOM! Studios in 2018. —————————————————————————— Sign-up for my FREE Drawing Foundations Course at - https://learn.keshart.inDrawing Camp (The Ultimate Drawing Program): https://www.keshart.in/drawing-camp —————————————————————————— My Podcast: https://linktr.ee/skeshbook Sign up for my Newsletter - https://www.keshart.in/newsletter ——————————————————————————— My Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keshrt/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keshrtl/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KeshRT Website: https://www.keshart.in ——————————————————————————— Other links: Drawing camp: https://www.instagram.com/drawingcamp/ 100 Days Of Sketching: https://www.instagram.com/100daysofsketchingofficial/

Steven Vincent, VP Music & Soundtracks at Disney Branded TV Today my guest on the Hometown to Hollywood podcast is Steven Vincent, Vice President of Music & Soundtracks at Disney Branded Television. He is the man behind the music you love from not only the Disney Plus and The Disney Channel, but also Disney XD, ABC Family, and more, since 2007. Steven Vincent advises and collaborates with TV series and TV movie producers on script development and creating original music, as well as licensed songs. He works with recording artists, songwriters and composers in conjunction with Disney Publishing, Disney Music Group and Radio Disney as well as external labels, publishers and management.   On the talent side, he has supervised the TV music careers of Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato, Jonas Bros, Zendaya, Dove Cameron, Sofia Carson, Bridgit Mendler, Bella Thorne, Ross Lynch, Laura Marano, Zac Efron & Vanessa Hudgens.   Vincent has a degree in Music Composition from UCLA, and studied film scoring with Walter Scharf, David Raskin & Fred Karlin while winning scholarships from BMI and ASCAP. He has also worked as a film composer, arranger, producer, conductor and musician.   We discuss what he does in his work, what it’s like to work with young talent, how he creates the sound of the Disney shows and movies you love, advice for young talent (both songwriters and actor/singers) and much more. This is a fascinating dive into the world behind the music from so many of your favorite soundtracks— including The Cheetah Girls, Camp Rock, High School Musical, Disney Descendants, and much more. Join us!   Some of my favorite quotes from our conversation:   “Leave your ego at home. You’re there to serve not just your vision, but the vision of the director, producers, writers, and the studio.” “In some ways, my job is figuring out what each new show or musical should sound like.” “I meet songwriters all the time… there are always new creative voices coming.” “I remember the first thing we did with Bella and Zendaya… Bella was really nervous, and Zendaya would stand on the other side of the glass and cheer her on.” “It’s about setting people up for success. That’s a lot of my job. Trying to nurture people and inspire them & provide them with the tools they need to be as successful as possible.” “They’re very determined, driven people. They just happen to be kids at the time.” “If you want to become a good songwriter, write a lot of songs… try and write one great song a week.” “If you want to work in music, be a musician. Don’t just be a singer.” “If you want to be a songwriter, you want to express something that somebody else is going to care about.” “If you want to be a singer that matters, that’s successful… learn how to use your instrument. The voice is very much an instrument.” Find any opportunity to perform in front of people. All of it counts. All of it helps prepare you.” “I’m all about creative expression… I think it’s really important in being a complete person.”   Feeling inspired? Take Steve Vincent’s advice to heart and try writing a song this week! Or singing in front of an audience, even if it’s just your family in the living room. Or writing a poem or learning an instrument. As he says, you can learn a lot of this online, even from YouTube. If you are serious about a career as a singer, take voice lessons so you learn how to safely use your instrument. If you want to be a triple threat, learn some basic dance.   And if you need a little help navigating the industry, invest in an online consultation with me. A single session can set you up for success and help you avoid the painful pitfalls that can cost you precious time as well as money.        

Hey, heyyyyyy! Welcome back to another exciting episode of Skywalking Through The League and gosh dang do we have a jam packed episode! 1. The High Republic First Impressions. The wonderful people at Del Rey and Disney Publishing came down from the heavens and gave us a beautiful gift! Review copies of The High Republic books that will be coming out very shortly! Light of The Jedi, A Test of Courage, and Into the Dark. We give our first impressions of Into the Dark and Light of The Jedi without giving away any of the good stuff. 2. The Mandalorian SZN 2 Finale Review. We finally talk about the humongous final episode of season 2 of The Mandalorian, "The Rescue."  Did we like it? Cmon, of course we did! We breakdown everything from Fennec Shand to Lukeskywalker, we talk about our favorite moments from the amazing season finale! 3. Ranking the episodes of SZN 2! Thank you guys so much for listening! Be sure to follow us on Twitter! Skywalking Official: @SkywalkingTL Trey Mitchell: @TheTreyinator Bill Sheehy: @StarWars Godsepeed Rebels!

We're a married couple with different hobbies. Stephen is a sports enthusiast while Liberty is a bookworm. Together we try to bring each other into these hobbies with the latest news in both books and sports. In this week's book episode, we discuss the latest Disney Publishing retelling, a This or That Tag, and Stephen discusses the first third of Half-Blood Prince.TwitterInstagramStephen's InstagramLiberty's InstagramLiberty's BlogLiberty's GoodReadsAll e-mails can be sent to PucksAndPagesMedia@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts' review, "A Jedi, You Will Be," by Preeti Chhibber and Disney Publishing. But that's not all! No. They sit down for a deep-dive discussion on The Mandalorian and realize this conversation could be a "bridger" too far. As in, Ezra Bridger. Shoutout to Rahul Kohli for the fun tweets on twitter! Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter@TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf

Художниця-мультиплікаторка Торі Польська розповідає про візуальний сторітелінг — спосіб комунікації через картинку. Торі працювала з компаніями Double Negative, Platige Image, Juice, Disney Publishing. У її портфоліо робота над повнометражними мультфільмами «Микита Кожум'яка», «Fatima», «Catsaway» та декількома ТБ шоу. У подкасті обговорюємо: - що потрібно для досягнення вау-ефекту; - техніки, які допомагають донести повідомлення через візуальну форму; - чим український сторітелінг відрізняється від зарубіжного. Слухай у епізоді, як розповідати історії так, щоб у глядача ще довго залишався приємний післясмак. Дивись лекцію на YouTube youtube.com/wakeupua Підписуйся на канал лекторію Postmen Wake Up Слідкуй за нами в соцмережах: Postmen Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/postmenua/ Postmen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postmen.ua/ Postmen Production: https://postmenproduction.com/ Сайт: https://postmen-wakeup.com.ua/

On this weeks episode, we discuss Lucasfilm reevaluating the franchise, is Mace Windu alive, and review the latest novel from Disney Publishing! 

On this weeks episode, we discuss The Mandalorian trailer coming this month, Vader Immortal coming to PSVR, and review the latest YA novel from Disney Publishing!

In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, Mark and Becca review Star Wars: Queen's Peril, the prequel to Queen's Shadow by E.K. Johnston and Disney Publishing. Your hosts discuss the timeline of the book, the broadening of characters and characterizations, world-building, and the synchronization between Star Wars: The Phantom Menace and Queen's Peril. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter@TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shel

Our first guest is Matt Sinclair, a filmmaker turned VR creator. Executive Director of Inscape Studios, Matt directed television before joining a creative agency to the video game industry, working on several AAA franchises. Since 2013, he has written for Disney Publishing, contributing to such franchises as Frozen, Descendants, and Guardians of the Galaxy. Check it out!

This week, Judy and Angélique board the Millennium Falcon and journey to the Star Wars Expanded Universe! First, Judy speaks with Rebecca Roanhorse, writer of the new novel Resistance Reborn. The book is part of “Journey to Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker,” a series of books and comics connected to the upcoming film. Then, Judy goes to Lucasfilm in San Francisco and sits down with Jennifer Heddle, Executive Editor of Star Wars books for Disney Publishing.

There's no denying Disney's cultural impact on the world. Ever since Walt Disney created Mickey Mouse in 1928, countless cultures around the globe have come to recognize the three-circled Disney icon. A smaller facet of Disney's cultural impact that not many know about is an international program known as Disney English, a division of Disney Publishing through which Cast Members teach English language courses (utilizing some Disney magic) to students in various countries. In this episode, I chat with Daniel Morris, a former Disney English Cast Member and author of the book, Teaching with Disney: A Memoir of Disney English, about his experiences with this part of the organization. If you were to build a new Disney theme park around the world, which new location would you select? Send me your feedback via email or through direct or public message at any of the following and [with your permission] I'll include your message in a future show: Facebook: www.facebook.com/ImagineerPodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/ImagineerPodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/ImagineerNews Facebook Group (ImagiNation): https://www.facebook.com/groups/imagineerpodcast/ Share your feedback via voicemail: 516-406-8376 Special thanks to Daniel Morris for being my special guest for this episode! If you'd like to learn more about his book, please visit http://themeparkpress.com/books/teaching-disney.htm. How to Support the Show Share the podcast with your friends Rate and review on iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-imagineerpodcasts-podcast/id1244558092 Join the Imagineer Society - https://www.patreon.com/imagineerpodcast Purchase merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/imagineer-podcast?ref_id=8929 Enjoy the show!

The ForceCast is back!!This week, Ryan and Daniel open up the show discussing if we will get the title for Episode IX before Celebration or not.Then, they discuss the opening date of Galaxy's Edge and what it could mean for the parks.Ryan was invited by Disney Publishing to host an event at Barnes & Noble in Orlando for the release of Queen's Shadow with E.K. Johnston and Cat Taber. Daniel was there and brought the ForceCast microphones and we bring you the audio from the event.

The ForceCast is back!!This week, Ryan and Daniel open up the show discussing if we will get the title for Episode IX before Celebration or not.Then, they discuss the opening date of Galaxy's Edge and what it could mean for the parks.Ryan was invited by Disney Publishing to host an event at Barnes & Noble in Orlando for the release of Queen's Shadow with E.K. Johnston and Cat Taber. Daniel was there and brought the ForceCast microphones and we bring you the audio from the event.

The ForceCast is back!!This week, Ryan and Daniel open up the show discussing if we will get the title for Episode IX before Celebration or not.Then, they discuss the opening date of Galaxy's Edge and what it could mean for the parks.Ryan was invited by Disney Publishing to host an event at Barnes & Noble in Orlando for the release of Queen's Shadow with E.K. Johnston and Cat Taber. Daniel was there and brought the ForceCast microphones and we bring you the audio from the event.

The ForceCast is back!!This week, Ryan and Daniel open up the show discussing if we will get the title for Episode IX before Celebration or not.Then, they discuss the opening date of Galaxy's Edge and what it could mean for the parks.Ryan was invited by Disney Publishing to host an event at Barnes & Noble in Orlando for the release of Queen's Shadow with E.K. Johnston and Cat Taber. Daniel was there and brought the ForceCast microphones and we bring you the audio from the event.

Welcome to Episode 43, Interview With Lesley Bush! Lesley describes herself as “the little red-haired girl smelling the roses while her daddy takes her picture, always looking for the positive and believing anything is possible,” including soulmates. She was fortunate to have as a teacher and huge influence Pulitzer-Prize-winning poet Mary Oliver, who said, “Do the most you can with your one wild and precious life.” So you might say she’s the adventurous type, growing up in Connecticut, going to college in Virginia, working for Disney Publishing in New York City, and heading west to Arizona where she met her future husband. After marriage, they moved to Denver, started a family, and finally settled where they are today in Fort Worth. Today she is a successful Rodan Fields rep. Leslie had a lot to navigate as a young girl. Between the ages of 8 and 12, her father underwent a quadruple bypass after a massive heart attack and her mom had breast cancer and a radical mastectomy. One sister suffered a brain hemorrhage while away at college, having to relearn how to walk and talk, and her other sister was anorexic. But these experiences taught her to take an objective, positive perspective when confronted with issues that otherwise can be emotionally draining.   Key Points From This Episode It’s easy to get so caught up in the day that we forget to take action. What will you do with your one wild and precious life? You can allow yourself the time you need to dwell on a challenge, but at some point you must take action. Don’t get so caught up in the day-to-day routine that life passes you by and you end up with regrets. Write down what you really want, not what you think you should want. Take the time to remember what you accomplished yesterday and what you will accomplish today. Delegate. People want to help. Determine your hourly worth based on how much you want to make annually.   Tweetables “I’m that same little red-haired girl who saw a lot of illness at a young age and has a fear of death, abandonment, and the unknown.” — Lesley [11:06.0] “My ‘why’ is to help others sigh. By that I mean to ‘breathe freely.'” — Lesley [13:38.0] “My mom [was] incredibly strong…. We’d stop on the way home [from the hospital] every day and have ice cream. So that might be why I sometimes emotionally eat!” — Lesley [18:40.0] “I want to die not having said, ‘I wish I had.’” – Lesley [19:25.0] “Audacious is being surprisingly bold, fearless and courageous, with a little bit of sass…” — Robin [20:20.0] “An audacious life is being authentic.” – Lesley [20:40.0] “I’m a huge believer in working with a coach.” – Lesley [32:25.0] “Eat the frog.” — @TheRobinWSmith [41:25.0]   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode Roden+Fields Hustle Planner Acquity Audacious Life Website Robin on Instagram Robin on Twitter

This week Phil has the pleasure with chatting with comic book inker Drew Geraci. He has worked for all the major publishers including DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Dark Horse, Disney Publishing and many more. Drew has also written a series of novels called The Demands. Drew will be making his first Kentucky comic con appearance at the Pikeville Comic Con on August 25th. This episode is brought to you by Collar and Elbow use promo code “RSRGPODCAST” at checkout for 10% your purchase.Also brought you by the Pikeville Comic Con, Middle Fidelity and

Background painter for Disney Publishing, Cartoon Network and Rough Draft Studios Nic Gregory joins us for episode 061 of The Animated Journey Podcast! In this last episode of 2017, Nic shares how his love for Fantasia and all things animation led him to venture from his native Australia to the … Continue reading

  Today, we conclude our 2-part interview with Disney Publishing background painter Nic Gregory. In part 1, we talked about his artistic influences, how he got into the animation industry, his upcoming projects, and much more. If you haven’t listened to … Continue reading →

Today, we begin a 2-part interview with Disney Publishing background painter Nic Gregory. I’ve had some interesting guests on this show before, and Nic is no exception. In fact, with his unique background and perspectives, he will be sharing things … Continue reading →

Dan Z is joined by Ed Dolista and MacDonald.  They begin the show with reviews of the latest from Chronicle and Disney Publishing, as well as Forces of Destiny episodes. Nick DiCo has Star Wars video game updates, and Tom gives the news. For the Coffee Chat, they take a detailed look at Dave Filoni's sketch of Ahsoka Tano's encounter with the Bendu. They close out the show with email. This the podcast you’re looking for!Music: Classical Guitar: "Star Wars: A Guitar Medley-Beyond the Guitar" by Nathan Mills; Jazz Music: Eye to Eye by Steve Torok-------------------------------------------Join our Patreon page @ https://www.patreon.com/CoffeeWithKenobi?ty=hPurchase your Coffee With Kenobi tee shirt here 

It's Time D-Heads! This week we kick off the new year in Topsy Turvy style by going under the sea and sing along with IAN HOLMES (American Idol, Sebastian in The Little Mermaid on Stage, Musician, Singer). Ian stops in and talks about being on American Idol, playing Sebastian in the live adaptation of this Disney Classic, his current tour and so much more! In addition no show is complete without the D-Team and your have questions and Erin has the answers in I Want To Know. Jason dives deep into The Vault with another Blu-Ray or DVD to add to your collection while Cody takes a stroll on the week’s Hollywood Walk with more about our guest Ian Holmes. Caitlin is back with the latest from the Walt Disney World Resorts and let's not forget Randy with the latest in Disney Multi-Media. There is news hot off the D-Wire with news on Walt Disney World, Animal Kingdom, The Disney Channel, Disney Junior, Reading, Disney Publishing, Star Wars, Carrie Fisher, Marvel, Animated Features, Disney Toys and more! So it's time to Put on Your Ears, Give it a Little Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo, and get ready to Relive the Magic, Memories and Appreciation from Your Lifetime of Disney with our New Kind of Disney Show!

It's Time D-Heads! This week we kick off the new year in Topsy Turvy style by going under the sea and sing along with IAN HOLMES (American Idol, Sebastian in The Little Mermaid on Stage, Musician, Singer). Ian stops in and talks about being on American Idol, playing Sebastian in the live adaptation of this Disney Classic, his current tour and so much more! In addition no show is complete without the D-Team and your have questions and Erin has the answers in I Want To Know. Jason dives deep into The Vault with another Blu-Ray or DVD to add to your collection while Cody takes a stroll on the week’s Hollywood Walk with more about our guest Ian Holmes. Caitlin is back with the latest from the Walt Disney World Resorts and let's not forget Randy with the latest in Disney Multi-Media. There is news hot off the D-Wire with news on Walt Disney World, Animal Kingdom, The Disney Channel, Disney Junior, Reading, Disney Publishing, Star Wars, Carrie Fisher, Marvel, Animated Features, Disney Toys and more! So it's time to Put on Your Ears, Give it a Little Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo, and get ready to Relive the Magic, Memories and Appreciation from Your Lifetime of Disney with our New Kind of Disney Show!

Here's the full Star Wars writers roundtable panel from New York Comic Con featuring Kieron Gillen (Darth Vader), EK Johnston (Ahsoka), James Luceno (Catalyst), Charles Soule (Poe Dameron), Chuck Wendig (Aftermath), Tim Zahn (Thrawn) and Jennifer Heddle (LFL editor). Much thanks to Maz from Disney Publishing for allowing us for the direct feed to the audio. CLASSIC EPISODE SIZZLE! TO HEAR HUNDREDS OF SUPPORTER EXCLUSIVE EPISODES BECOME A STEELE WARS SUPPORTER ON PATREON! Enjoy all our bonus shows and full back catalogue direct to the podcast player or app of your choice while ensuring the continuing production of the Steele Wars Star Wars podcast. Bonus content shows include Making Steele Wars, Steele Wars Live Movie Commentaries, Live Call In Bonus Show, Patreon Q&A Show, full length insert free versions of all Steele Wars episodes and Gonk & Steele's Trash Compactor (when Gonk isn't so busy). www.patreon.com/SteeleWars LISTEN LIVE AND PARTICPATE IN THE STEELE WARS CALL I N SHOW STREAMLIVE BlogTalkRadio.com/SteeleWars CALL IN (646) 668-8360 USA SKYPE IN +1 (646) 668-8360 WORLDWIDE www.SteeleWars.com www.SteeleWars.com/iTunes YOU CAN HELP Steele Wars a sweet 5 star review on iTunes or plug the show on Facebook or Twitter. I really appreciate it. TheMidichlorianCount.com IT'S THE ONION FOR STAR WARS FANS! YOUR SNOKE THEORY SUCKS T-SHIRTS & STICKERS HAVE YOU SEEN HIM T-SHIRTS & STICKERS Purchasing through iTunes or Amazon? PLEASE USE THESE LINKS iTunes Amazon GET A FREE STAR WARS AUDIO BOOK & HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!FOR A FREE 1 MONTH AUDIBLE TRIAL AND A FREE AUDIBLE BOOK CLICK Get an audiobook of your choice, free, with a 30-day trial. Cancel before your trial ends and you will not be charged. Listen to Steele's award winning comedy podcast: I Love Green Guide Letters

What's happening on the latest episode of Fangirls Going Rogue? Rogue One news hit the internet like a Death Star laser beam. As the intergalactic dust settles, hosts Teresa Delgado, Sarah Woloski, and Tricia Barr ponder new characters and wonder how close Rogue One will get to A New Hope. Sarah Woloski gives a sneak peek into Skywalking Through Neverland's in-depth interview with Entertainment Weekly's Anthony Breznican, who broke the news. (Awesome recap of the news via Club Jade.) Fangirls Sophia and Chaney Hunt share their experience of joining the fandom during The Clone Wars era. As dear Yoda says, "Truly wonderful the mind of a child is." The young ladies give insight into what draws in the next generation of fan and remind us that Jar Jar and 'shipping are important to Star Wars. Teresa Delgado is back from the Rebel Force Radio meet-up at Disney World. Hear about her adventures. Tricia returns from a trip through Eastern Europe, where she found Ultimate Star Wars in Hungarian. Back in the United States, all the fangirls fell in love with ABC-3PO, a new reading book from Disney Publishing. Speaking of cute, the fangirls discuss The Freemaker Adventures, now showing on DisneyXD. Han Solo has come and gone from the galaxy far, far away. He focuses our character discussion. Don't forget, you can find Tricia Barr at the joint Fangirls Going Rogue/Star Wars Report podcast on the One Force stage at Celebration Europe, 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 16. Tricia will also be bringing news and insight from the convention all week. Check back here and at Skywalking Through Neverland for breaking news.  If you missed our The Clone Wars Onderon arc live watch party, you can catch up at #OnderonLive. Thanks to everyone who did join us. We are now on Google Play for Android users. As always reviews and rating are our life blood. Thanks for listening, and until next time: Yub yub! Related Links Find Fangirls Going Rogue at the Celebration Europe Podcast Stage. STEM Heroes and Heroines of Star Wars Panel at Celebration Europe hosted by Tricia Barr Skywalking Through Neverland Episode 126 with Anthony Breznican Film Crit Hulk Smash: The Force Alluded To (article on Han Solo's death and more) Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue: @FGGoingRogue Tricia: @fangirlcantina Teresa: @icecoldpenguin Sarah: @JediTink Sandra: @geekchic9 Facebook: Fangirls Going Rogue Instagram: @FGGoingRogue Tumblr: fangirlsgoingrogue.tumblr.com Instagram: @FGGoingRogue Voicemail: 331-21 Ewoks or 331-213-9657 (or hit that cool Voicemail button on the website) Email: contact@fangirlsgoingrogue.com (or use our Contact page) Tshirts: At our Tee Public Store If you enjoyed the show, leave us a review on your favorite podcatcher and share the episode with friends. Until next time: Yub! Yub!

March is the month to celebrate women. The day after International Women’s Day actress Daisy Ridley had a powerful message for those critical of her. And that starts Episode 30 off with a bang! A lot of new Star Wars-themed additions are arriving to Disney Parks: Teresa Delgado is ready for the new fireworks, Sarah Woloski teases her Kylo Ren meet-and-greet on Episode 109 of Skywalking Through Neverland, and Tricia Barr thinks Jedi apprentice Anna really let it go on Darth Vader at the new Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple. For fans into expanding their Star Wars horizon, tons of new books and comics are out. The Poe Dameron comic will launch with events at local comic book stores. For the kids, Disney Publishing has a really cool Original Trilogy graphic novel and Rey’s Story, which we all enjoyed. Lots of other cool things are happening, including Bad Robot’s new diversity hiring initiative announced by J.J. Abrams, who will be speaking at SXSW. Teresa Delgado will be at the convention for his panel and the debut of Secrets of The Force Awakens: A Cinematic Journey, which comes out with the movie Blu-Ray next month. The Fangirls discuss what movie extras we’re most excited about. It’s awards season. The Force Awakens might not have taken home an Oscar, but fans can help the movie to any number of MTV Movie Awards. Fangirls Going Rogue has also made it to the final round in several categories in the Star Wars Podcast Awards. Here’s a breakdown and how you can vote. The ladies ponder what fairy tales parallel The Force Awakens. How is Kylo Ren like Cruella DeVille? The answer segues beautifully into our character discussion, featuring Rey’s nemesis. Does redemption work for the son who murdered his father? The difference in opinion creates an interesting discussion on Star Wars storytelling.  Related Links Male Writer's Read The Terrible Internet Comments On Their Female Colleague's Articles Daisy Ridley Instagram Rian Johnson Birthday Wishes for Oscaar Isaac Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue: @FGGoingRogue Tricia: @fangirlcantina Teresa: @icecoldpenguin Sarah: @JediTink Sandra: @geekchic9 Facebook: Fangirls Going Rogue Instagram: @FGGoingRogue Tumblr: fangirlsgoingrogue.tumblr.com Instagram: @FGGoingRogue Voicemail: 331-21 Ewoks or 331-213-9657 (or hit that cool Voicemail button on the website) Email: contact@fangirlsgoingrogue.com (or use our Contact page) If you enjoyed the show, leave us a review on your favorite podcatcher and share the episode with friends. Until next time: Yub Yub!

This week we start with our first Tiki Book Review segment. We review two new Cinderella Books by Disney Publishing. Then we invited Jordan Duncan to take a trip back in time. To a time when you needed ticket books to enjoy Walt Disney World. We use today's attractions and create our ultimate ticket book for a day at the Magic Kingdom.Lootcrate use Code Save3 to save $3 off your first crate. http://lootcrate.com/tikitalk Like us on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/enchantedtikitalk View our T-shirts and support the show. http://www.redbubble.com/people/tikitalkpodcast/shop Check out our Blog http://enchantedtikitalk.wordpress.com/ Check out our Youtube Channel http://www.youtube.com/user/enchantedtikitalk

Robin Raskin will be our guest this week. For nearly 30 years Robin has followed technology. Her company Living in Digital Times creates conferences and exhibitions that showcase products, technologies and ideas about what it means to be digital today! Robin produces a series of conferences and exhibits at CES (Consumer Electronic Show). One of them: Kids@Play is devoted to looking at the digital life of today's kids. Silvers Summit at CES looks at technology through the eyes of the mature adult. Robin's been the editor-in-chief of Family PC Magazine, and columinist for USA Today Online. She's served as a consultant and spokesperson for high tech companies including Nickelodeon, Intel, Microsoft, SONY, Disney Publishing, etc. She has produced her own monthly television tours and has appeared on NBC Early Today, MSNBC, Live with Regis and Kelly, CBS Early Show, and Fox's Good Day New York! Join us as Robin shares what it means raising digital kids today!