Podcasts about writing groups

Join Kathleen and Adanna as they chat with the incredible Theasa Tuohy. From her groundbreaking work as one of the early women in journalism to her remarkable journey into fiction writing, Theasa's story is full of inspiration and adventure.Her novels, including Flying Jenny and Five O'Clock Follies, reflect her rich life experiences, which she masterfully weaves into her fiction. In this episode, Theasa shares fascinating insights into her Paris Backstage Mysteries series and discusses her newest book, Mademoiselle Le Sleuth. This lighthearted Parisian mystery features vivid settings, intriguing characters, and even a precocious child detective, showcasing her deep love for Paris and storytelling.Come along for an engaging discussion on the art of writing, transitioning from journalism to fiction, and the joy of crafting compelling narratives.We'd like to hear from you. If you have topics or speakers you'd like us to interview, please email us at podcast@talkingbookpublishing.today and join the conversation in the comments on our Instagram @writerspubsnet.

Today's episode is with Samira Mehta, associate professor of women and gender studies and of Jewish studies at the University of Colorado Boulder. We speak about the way our relationships feed our writing. The conversation focuses on fellowships, writing groups, writing coaches, and friends and colleagues with whom we exchange writing. Don't forget to rate and review our show and follow us on all social media platforms here: https://linktr.ee/writingitpodcast Contact us with questions, possible future topics/guests, or comments here: https://writingit.fireside.fm/contact

On this West Virginia Morning, West Virginia is becoming a fall destination for surfing, and North Carolina poet Clint Bowman. The post Surfing In The Mountain State And Supporting Artists In Writing Groups, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Liv made a writing group! Here's why you need one too. Check out our latest novel, Emissary to the Frost Wolf, available on Amazon!

Send us a textIn this episode, we explore the importance of building and joining faith-based writing communities. We'll dive into how Christian writers can find support, accountability, and inspiration from like-minded individuals. Whether you're looking for online groups or local meetups, building your own writing network can help you stay encouraged, motivated, and spiritually aligned in your writing journey.Support this ministry on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/christianindiewriters30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431Our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/listenersofciwpVisit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/Learn more about the hosts...Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/Tina: https://christinacattane.com/Sprint Prompt: Lost Love

We speak with Princeton Professor Laura Arnold Leibman about how a scholar's approach to writing might change over time, with different stages of an academic career, and what might be happening when it looks like a scholar is having a “writing spurt.” Leibman shares with us the shifts over time, in her thinking about writing; sharing writing; and perfectionism. We also talk about getting writing done while holding leadership positions, the pomodoro technique, and figuring out how to break down the writing of academic journal articles. Don't forget to rate and review our show and follow us on all social media platforms here: https://linktr.ee/writingitpodcast Contacts us with questions, possible future topics/guests, or comments here: https://writingit.fireside.fm/contact

In our conversation with Wayne State University Press editor Sandra Korn we address a number of interesting questions on the minds of our listeners: 1) What does it mean when an editor replies to your submissions with, "This isn't a good fit for us"? 2) What's the best way to approach an editor? In the book exhibit hall, during a conference? Through an email? 3) What parts of my manuscript does a university press editor actually read? 3) What does an editor do differently for her writers who are part of the trade division of an academic press? 4) What does an editor think of book publicity events? 5) What excites an acquisitions editor? Don't forget to rate and review our show and follow us on all social media platforms here: https://linktr.ee/writingitpodcast Contacts us with questions, possible future topics/guests, or comments here: https://writingit.fireside.fm/contact

We talk about the advantages and pitfalls of writing groups, debate team style! Christy tries to convince Chris, a writing group skeptic, that there are advantages to an author-focused feedback group. We talk about how to get good feedback and how to establish strong, productive relationships with writing partners and groups. Shout outs: Diana Ma Amanda Kost Felicia Rose Chavez's “The Anti-Racist Writing Workshop”: FELICIA ROSE CHAVEZ (antiracistworkshop.com) Carly Jayne (@lovelikesalt on Instagram) Links and such Chris' Novels: Systemic and Host: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BP9VDQ8C ⁠ Christina's website: ⁠https://www.christinascheuer.com⁠ Chris' Author Website: ⁠https://chrislodwigauthor.com⁠ Christina's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ashmeadowedits⁠ Chris' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Christopherlodwig/ Chris' Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/ChrisLodwigAuthor⁠ Christina's email: cscheuer@gmail.com Chris' email:  ChrisLodwig@gmail.com

Writer Beth Lincoln talks about how her debut novel The Swifts came to life and the difference between audiences for middle grade novels in the U.S. compared to Great Britain. Kitty Felde is host.

This week, Eva and Katryn delve into managing your time in writing groups - from getting in (yay!) to knowing when to back off. Eva talks disappearing Homer-style into a bush when overwhelmed, and Katryn discusses getting back into the IRL social fold. Sources: Lots of people out there talking about how Slack and apps like it can cause stress, anxiety and a lack of work life balance Pre-Order I Wish You Would and keep an eye on Eva's IG or subscribe to her newsletter for upcoming tour info! Request Katryn's next book, We Are Not Alone, on NetGalley and Edelweiss!

Wellness expert Heather Grzych interviews poet-author Meredith Heller about all the ways in which writing is therapeutic, and what the real job of the artist is. They discuss who gets called to write, why so many healers are also writers, and how to find your unique voice. They also chat about common misconceptions about writing and how to work with feedback and the inner critic. And Heather has a heck of a time trying to think of a metaphor for her heart when Meredith puts her on the spot.   Meredith Heller is the author of Writing by Heart, Write a Poem, Save Your Life, and several poetry collections. A poet, singer-songwriter, avid nature lover, and educator with degrees in writing and education, she leads writing workshops online and in-person at schools, juvenile detention centers, women's prisons, and wellness retreats. Visit her online at http://www.MeredithHeller.com.  Heather Grzych, AD is an American author and expert in Ayurvedic medicine who was formerly the head of product development for a multi-billion-dollar health insurance company. She is a board-certified Ayurvedic practitioner at the Ayurvedic Doctor level, serving on the faculty at Mount Madonna Institute College of Ayurveda and on the Board of Directors for the National Ayurvedic Medical Association. Heather's first book, The Ayurvedic Guide to Fertility, has sold thousands of copies worldwide, and her writing has been featured in Sports Illustrated, Yoga Journal, and the Sunday Independent. Her podcast, Wisdom of the Body, holds an average rating of 5 stars on Apple Podcasts. In addition to creating, supporting her clients, and leading an organization, she's often helping out at her son's baseball practices. Visit her online at www.heathergrzych.com   Connect with Heather: Instagram.com/heathergrzych Facebook.com/grzychheather   Read the first six pages of The Ayurvedic Guide to Fertility for FREE: https://www.heathergrzych.com   Connect with Heather to balance your health for your fertility: https://www.heathergrzych.com/book-online   This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

So many writers hide their light under a bushel, thinking they don't deserve the term "writer." But writing groups can put the lie to that fear, coaxing us and our words out from hiding. The UnderStory Collective is the writing group I belong to. I invited them to the Cave to share the reassuring and emboldening benefits of having writerly friends. Members of the UnderStory CollectiveSuzanne Johnston, Allan Cooper, Jessica Waite, Anne Marie Nakagawa, Brian PearsonSome Local ResourcesWriters Guild of Alberta: https://writersguild.caAlexandra Writers' Centre Society: https://www.alexandrawriters.orgSome Online ResourcesThe Shit They Don't Tell You About Writing: https://www.theshitaboutwriting.comUnschool for Writers: https://unschoolforwriters.substack.comThe Writer's Bridge: https://thewritersbridge.comPandemic University: https://pandemicuniversity.comGeneral ResourcesPublic Library Writing Programs, eg: https://calgarylibrary.ca/read-learn-and-explore/digital-library/gale-courses/Writers-in-Residence at many Libraries and UniversitiesA Few Books on Writing (and one on motivation)On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft, by Stephen King; Scribner, 2000Save the Cat! Writes a Novel, by Jessica Brody; Ten Speed Press, 2018Story Genius, by Lisa Cron; Ten Speed Press, 2016The Practice: Shipping Creative Work, by Seth Godin; Penguin, 2020Personal LinksMy web site (where you can sign up for my blog): https://www.brianepearson.caMy email address: mysticcaveman53@gmail.comSeries Music Credit"Into the Mystic" by Van Morrison, performed by Colin James, from the album, Limelight, 2005; licensed under SOCAN 2022

You don't have to be a parent to get something out of our conversation with Professor Laura Yares about “Writing While Parenting.” In this conversation, we speak about how to get writing done while caretaking; how to best take advantage of limited time to write; writing when the family stakes are high; time-blocking; lingering Covid trauma; finding and building an academic writing community; letting our writing lie fallow; dealing with the loneliness of parenting within academia; leaning in to the creative parts of our academic jobs; and the importance of modeling good “professor-ing with a family” boundaries. Don't forget to rate and review our show and follow us on all social media platforms here: https://linktr.ee/writingitpodcast

If you listen to James and Ashley Stay at Home, you know that both Ashley and James credit much of their skill development to their writers group. And they're not the only ones! You can hear rom com author Jonathon Shannon talk about what he learned from the group, as well as literary fiction author Amy Lovat. Like Ashley and James, they joined as aspiring writers, and their manuscripts have gone on to be published.      Ashley's such a big fan of writers groups, she's put together a new on-demand workshop on the topic – and this short bonus ep tells you all about it.    This one-hour course covers everything from how to find a group near you, or start or your own, how to give and receive feedback, and how to know when your group isn't working and what to do about it.     Find Ashley's course, Get the Most from Writing Groups and Get Published at Bold Authors.   Learn more about Ashley's psychological thriller Dark Mode and get your copy here or from your local bookshop. Learn more about James' award-winning novel Denizen and get your copy here or from your local bookshop. Upcoming events  Ashley is teaching Online Feedback: Manuscript Development for Writing NSW starting 4 March 2024 Ashley is teaching Writing Crime Fiction, a six-week online course with Faber starting 15 May 2024 Get in touch! ashleykalagianblunt.com jamesmckenziewatson.com Twitter: @AKalagianBlunt + @JamesMcWatson Instagram: @akalagianblunt + @jamesmcwatson

Kristen Hutchison is a writer, patient advocate, and a passionate supporter of healthcare reform. She's received her bachelor's of science in biology and psychology from Santa Clara University, and recently completed a year-long medical writing program through Harvard Medical School. She has also completed certifications in somatic therapy, and trauma-informed yoga. Kristen was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis when she was in high school, and has lived with the condition for over 15 years. During one of the lows points in her medical journey, when the UC was flaring severely, Kristen started journaling. She felt isolated as a young woman with an invisible chronic illness, and needed an outlet to express herself. Kristen knows of the healing power of sharing our stories, and gathering in community to be seen and understood.  Kristen's inaugural writing group starts on February 15th from 6-7:30 pm CST. Virtually or in-person at Sankalpa in Bloomington. We plan to meet monthly!Link to register for group: https://www.khutchison.com/patientadvocacyWebsite: https://www.khutchison.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristenhutchison/IG: @khutchdiggity or @peace.with.chronic.illnessResources mentioned in the podcast: The Healing Power of Storytelling by, Annie Brewster (https://magazine.hms.harvard.edu/articles/healing-power-storytelling)The Nap Ministry - Tricia Hersey (https://thenapministry.wordpress.com/)Girls With Guts - https://girlswithguts.org/ Well Connected Twin Cities is connecting you with local health and wellness professionals in your community. Discover what's possible by surfing the directory, taking a class, or attending the next event. http://wellconnectedtwincities.com/Follow us on instagram https://instagram.com/wellconnectedtwincities

Today we're speaking with UF Press Editor in chief, Stephanye Hunter and UF Press Marketing Manager, Rachel Doll. Among our many topics, we discuss recent changes in the academic publishing world; important considerations in titling your book; what you can reasonably ask/expect of your editor; how to think about writing an op-ed, before book publication; what kind of publicity you can do on your own—and at what point—before publication; what kind of book events are most appropriate for your academic book; how a press decides if yours is a “crossover book”; what to consider when making suggestions for your book cover; What is meta-data? Don't forget to rate and review our show and follow us on all social media platforms here: https://linktr.ee/writingitpodcast

Today we speak with Martin Siegel, author of the recently published, Judgement and Mercy: The Turbulent Life and Times of the Judge Who Condemned the Rosenbergs about writing a biography over many years, and publishing with the trade division of an academic press. Don't forget to rate and review our show and follow us on all social media platforms here: https://linktr.ee/writingitpodcast

We talk with Sandra Fox about what a first-time author can do to promote her book; what to expect from the publisher; and how best to use the affiliations and connections you have to spread the word about your book. We talk about honorariums, book price, op-eds, and book contracts. Don't forget to rate and review our show and follow us on all social media platforms here: https://linktr.ee/writingitpodcast

Dr Kathleen Vacek is an academic writing coach who researches lived experiences of doctoral writing and scholarly publishing. During the course of her PhD, she became a mother and left her full-time academic staff position. She was supported on this rocky journey by a doctoral writing group she formed with members of her program cohort.   In this episode Kate shares how her group was formed and maintained and reflects on her experience of what worked and what was not so useful.   She also offers some alternative models for doctoral writing groups and advice for those who would like to try this way of working.   Here is the info on the Sarah Haas chapter Kate mentions in the chapter and the article she wrote with her colleagues on their experience   Haas, Sarah. "Pick-N-Mix: A Typology of Writers' Groups in Use." In Writing Groups for Doctoral Education and Beyond: Innovations in Practice and Theory, edited by Claire Aitchison and Cally Guerin, 30-48. London: Routledge, 2014.   Kathleen Vacek, William J. Donohue, Amanda Gates, Alice Shu-Ju Lee & Shelah Simpson (2021) Seeking balance within personal writing ecologies: a collaborative autoethnography of a doctoral student writing group, Studies in Continuing Education, 43:1, 104-118, DOI: 10.1080/0158037X.2019.1703670     You can contact Kate here: kate@yourphdcompass.com yourphdcompass.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/compass-academic-coaching/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091276196636 https://www.instagram.com/yourphdcompass/     For a transcript of this episode go to www.thephdliferaft.com

Yale professor Elli Stern talks with us about figuring out what kind of writing we want to do after tenure—and the importance of building a team of friends and colleagues who can read drafts and provide valuable feedback. Don't forget to rate and review our show and follow us on all social media platforms here: https://linktr.ee/writingitpodcast

Behind most successful authors there is a writing group (at least according to their novel's acknowledgment section). But how does one find a writing group, and how do you get the most of out of one once you're in? In todays episode, we discuss the chapters "Writing Groups" and "Someone to Read your Drafts" from Anne Lamott's book Bird by Bird. We also recall some WTF moments from our own writing workshops and address the dangers of toxic beta readers.Want to hear more of our exercise workshop? We post the bonus podcast, SnarkNotes, and detailed write up of the exercises on our Words to Write by Patreon account.*Support this podcast on Patreon*

Professional writers Alexie Basil and Theo Luoma chat about the benefit of writers groups, giving notes, and taking notes (even bad ones). Join us at 5:30pm ET every Friday for coffee and story analysis! Get pinged before we go live: https://youngscreenwriters.com/coffee...  Join Writing the Pilot Join Discord

This week I share an example of how not to receive a critique.LinksGet a free 30 day trial of Audible with my affiliate link.Check out my Guide to Novel Formatting in Word.Join my Book Club.How to get free ebooks & audiobooks from your library.Support the show.Join my Discord server.Call My Voicemail: 951-465-5391Episode on Receiving Negative Reviews.Episode on How to Receive a Critique.Episode on Writing Groups.

In this episode, President and executive writing coach Christine Tulley describes “big picture” strategies for searching for and storing evidence for tenure and promotion as well as resources that can help. ARTICLES MENTIONED Telling Your Tenure Story (dossier cohesion) Importance of Year 2 on the Tenure Track   EPISODE MENTIONED Episode 42 - Year 2 is a Make or Break Year   OTHER RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE Join us for our yearlong support series for tenure and promotion applications! 12 preparation sessions and discounted individual coaching for one fee.  Check out our full summer playlist on YouTube   DPL RESOURCES Join us for our FREE Wednesday open writing sessions from 8:30-11 am EST. Email christine@defendandpublish.com for the link  Set up a free 30 minute consultation HERE Check out our current and past workshops at Eventbrite for writing support content. Missed workshop? Request a workshop or webinar from christine@defendandpublish.com Don't forget about the wonderful resources at Textbook and Academic Authors Association. The organization can be found at: https://www.taaonline.net/  New TAA members can use the coupon code TAADP10 for $10 off an annual membership. You will also receive a copy of the eBook, Guide to Making Time to Write: 100+ Time & Productivity Management Tips for Textbook and Academic Authors. Please register for the TAA Online Conference. Register HERE.

Is Joining a Writers Group a Good Idea for Aspiring Writers? (or a great starting point/)Join authors Linda Wisniewski, Sandra Carey Cody, and Susan Wagner in a fun, illuminating conversation about Women's Writing Groups.  All the women are part of a writer's group created through their connection with the Pearl S Buck House in Bucks County, PA.  Not all writers groups are created equal and I was curious about how the groups work and how joining one be might advantageous for writers.Linda, Sandy and Susan share:their individual writing and publishing storieshow writer's groups help them personallyhow they cope with critics why they write advice for the aspiring author on publishingresources that have helped them through their careers and much, much more.Find out more about these authors and their books at their websites:Linda Wisniewski at  Lindawis.comSandra Carey Cody at SandraCareyCody.comSusan Wagner at SusanEWagner.comMeet the authors! If you are local, the authors will be attending  the Flemington Summer Book Fest being held May 26th thru May 29th from 10-6.If wish to explore memoir writing, Linda Wisniewski offers a class that starts today. Check it out if you are interested, she may have room for you.Other resources that the ladies mention in the broadcast:StoryCircleNetwork.orgInternational Women's Writing Group MeetUp.orgInternational Women's Writing GuildInternational PoetsSisters in CrimeAuthor's GuildPearl S. Buck Writing Center Claudine Wolk Substack: Get Your Book Seen and SoldClaudine Wolk Website: ClaudineWolk.comClaudine's Instagram - @ClaudineWolk

In this episode, I welcome three members from our writing community, Isa, Josh and Jonny, for a chat about our community writing groups. Not so long ago, Josh approached me about setting up some writing groups through our Discord community. These small groups of around 5 or 6 people meet regularly and are matched by genre, time zone and how regularly you can meet. We have about 6 or 7 groups running at present and you can join one too. Just click below to join our Discord community and head to #writing-groups. In this episode, we discuss the benefits being in a group has given us. We explain how they work, how to join one, and how to approach editing and taking feedback.JOIN OUR WRITING COMMUNITY (DISCORD)https://mailchi.mp/395aa89d6ec0/join-richie-billings-community-of-writersLEARN MORE ABOUT FANTASY WRITINGTo join our writing community and access our Panels feature, as well as join a weekly writing group, access exclusive interviews, discussions, fantasy writing classes, books and more head over to our Patreon page - https://www.patreon.com/TheFantasyWritersToolshed OUR GUESTSJonny Altair - Twitter - @JonnyLeeAltairIsa Ottoni - https://www.instagram.com/isa.ottoni.writes/Josh Parker - Ontheedgebusiness.wordpress.comSounds and editing by 3D Sound Studio (ASMR Specialists) - https://www.youtube.com/c/OdysyxNEW RESOURCESWorldbuilding tips and advice - https://richiebilling.com/worldbuildingSensory language examples - https://richiebilling.com/welcome/the-writers-toolshed/writing-tips/sensory-language-examples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, President and executive writing coach Christine Tulley describes how to use the golden window of May when school aged children are still in school but the academic semester is over. Previous Episodes Mentioned: Episode 117: Summer Writing Part I Episode 118: Summer Writing Part II  Check out our full summer playlist   DPL RESOURCES Join us for our FREE Wednesday open writing sessions from 8:30-11 am EST. Email christine@defendandpublish.com for the link  Set up a free 30 minute consultation HERE Check out our current and past workshops at Eventbrite for writing support content. Missed workshop? Request a workshop or webinar from christine@defendandpublish.com Don't forget about the wonderful resources at Textbook and Academic Authors Association. The organization can be found at: https://www.taaonline.net/  New TAA members can use the coupon code TAADP10 for $10 off an annual membership. You will also receive a copy of the eBook, Guide to Making Time to Write: 100+ Time & Productivity Management Tips for Textbook and Academic Authors. Please register for the TAA Online Conference. Register HERE.

Linda Joffe Hull writes mystery and contemporary fiction under her own name, and with author Keir Graff as part of the writing team known as Linda Keir.  Linda has written multiple novels including The Big Bang, Eternally 21, Black Thursday, and Sweetheart Deal. Titles as Linda Keir include The Swing of Things, Drowning with Others, The Three Mrs. Wrights, and The Royal Game which will be released in January, 2024. She also ghostwrites nonfiction and has penned over a dozen memoirs, self-help, and business books. Linda is a Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers former president, and conference chair. On the podcast, we talk about that latest project with Keir Graff and talk about her first experiences with RMFW and how her volunteer work for RMFW led to her first book deal.   More about Linda: https://www.lindajoffehull.com/ For video versions of this podcast, subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBP81nfbKnDRjs-Nar9LNe20138AiPyP8 Mark Stevens' website: https://www.writermarkstevens.com/ Intro Music by Moby Gratis: https://mobygratis.com/ Outro Music by Dan-o-Songs: https://danosongs.com/    

Episode: Gwen Tolios - Writing Underrepresented Stories Host: Jr Sparrow Guest: Gwen Tolios, Author from Chicago Introduction: Jr Sparrow introduces the guest, Gwen Tolios, an author from Chicago who writes character-driven stories that explore underrepresented identities and experiences. They discuss the importance of representation in literature and the impact it can have on readers. Segment 1: Journey to Becoming an Author Gwen talks about her journey to becoming an author, starting in eighth or ninth grade. Her parents encouraged her to read and write instead of watching TV, which helped her develop her passion for writing. She shares her experience writing fan-fiction and how it helped her hone her skills as a writer. Jr Sparrow and Gwen discuss the importance of starting small and building up writing skills. Segment 2: Challenges Faced by Authors Gwen talks about the challenges faced by authors, including criticism from writing groups and the struggle to get published. She shares her personal experience with receiving rejections and the impact it had on her mental health. Gwen also shares her big break, selling her audio rights to a story to another podcast. Jr Sparrow and Gwen discuss the importance of having a support system and ways to maintain mental health while pursuing a passion. Segment 3: Writing About Underrepresented Identities and Experiences Gwen talks about the importance of writing about underrepresented identities and experiences and how it can help readers feel seen and heard. She emphasizes that writing should be a passion and not just for monetary gain. Gwen shares her experiences writing about what she knows from her personal life and how it has influenced her writing. Jr Sparrow and Gwen discuss the responsibility that comes with writing about underrepresented communities and the importance of doing it respectfully. Segment 4: Asexuality and Representation in Literature Gwen shares her personal experiences of being an asexual author and how it influenced her work. Jr Sparrow and Gwen delve into the spectrum of asexuality and the importance of emotional intimacy and friendships in addition to romantic relationships. They discuss the representation of asexuality in literature and the impact it can have on asexual readers. Conclusion: Jr Sparrow thanks Gwen for sharing her insights and experiences. Gwen gives shameless plugs for her social media handles and books. Jr Sparrow encourages listeners to support underrepresented authors and their work. [00:00:00] Interview with Asexual Author and Writing Journey [00:03:22] Challenges in Writing Groups [00:06:38] Overcoming obstacles to achieve writing success [00:09:53] Discovering personal struggles to write about [00:13:23] Overcoming Writer's Block and Self-Maintenance [00:16:40] TV Shows as a Coping Mechanism [00:19:46] Discussion of Guest's Books: "Demos of the Deep" and "Today, Tomorrow Always [00:23:18] Planet Event, Spider Suit, and Asexuality [00:26:33] Understanding Asexuality and Aromanticism [00:29:54] Asexuality in Literature & Representation [00:33:43] Challenges of Parental Dementia and Gender-Based Harassment [00:37:24] Sacrifices Made for Success [00:41:09] Astronomy, COVID, and Personal Reflections [00:44:49] Celebrating Podcast Community and Promotion [00:48:17] Billboards and Promotions Strategy

In this episode, President and executive writing coach Christine Tulley interviews Bec Evans, one of the authors of “Written: How to Keep Writing and Build a Habit that Lasts.” DPL RESOURCES Join us for our FREE Wednesday open writing sessions from 8:30-11 am EST. Email christine@defendandpublish.com for the link  Set up a free 30 minute consultation HERE Check out our current and past workshops at Eventbrite for writing support content. Missed workshop? Request a workshop or webinar from christine@defendandpublish.com Don't forget about the wonderful resources at Textbook and Academic Authors Association. The organization can be found at: https://www.taaonline.net/  New TAA members can use the coupon code TAADP10 for $10 off an annual membership. You will also receive a copy of the eBook, Guide to Making Time to Write: 100+ Time & Productivity Management Tips for Textbook and Academic Authors. Please register for the TAA Online Conference. Register HERE.

Episode 185: "Writing Notes" for Critique and Creation Episode Description   As the Stop Writing Alone Critique Crew has begun to experiment with a new way to critique our writing, I have discovered a tool in “writing notes” that I wanted to share with the whole community. “Writing Notes” are meant to be shared with readers of your work to help focus their feedback on what you actually need to help your WIP become exactly what you've dreamed, but I have also found that these notes are helping me stay focused as well. This week I shared my process in writing my writing notes and challenge you to take the time to write them for your own WIP.   COMPLETE SHOW NOTES: https://stopwritingalone.substack.com/p/episode-185-writing-notes-for-critique#details

In this episode, President and executive writing coach Christine Tulley describes when to consider stopping writing momentarily to “clean up” and remove visual clutter. EPISODES MENTIONED Episode 23: Summer Reset - My Office   Episode 28: Digital Desktop Organization RESOURCES MENTIONED Organizing for the Rest of Us by Dana K. White   Organize 365 ADDITIONAL RESOURCES KonMari Your Campus Desk and Office post by Raul Pacheco-Vega DPL RESOURCES Join us for our FREE Wednesday open writing sessions from 8:30-11 am EST. Email christine@defendandpublish.com for the link  Set up a free 30 minute consultation HERE Check out our current and past workshops at Eventbrite for writing support content. Missed workshop? Request a workshop or webinar from christine@defendandpublish.com Don't forget about the wonderful resources at Textbook and Academic Authors Association. The organization can be found at: https://www.taaonline.net/  New TAA members can use the coupon code TAADP10 for $10 off an annual membership. You will also receive a copy of the eBook, Guide to Making Time to Write: 100+ Time & Productivity Management Tips for Textbook and Academic Authors. Please register for the TAA Online Conference. Register HERE.

In this episode, President and executive writing coach Christine Tulley describes how to plan for a sabbatical ahead of time. SABBATICAL MENTIONED Ohio State University's Project Narrative Visiting Scholar Program   SABBATICAL RESOURCES Five Steps to a Successful (Science) Sabbatical Sample Sabbatical Proposals Sabbatical Planning DPL RESOURCES Join us for our FREE Wednesday open writing sessions from 8:30-11 am EST. Email christine@defendandpublish.com for the link  Set up a free 30 minute consultation HERE Check out our current and past workshops at Eventbrite for writing support content. Missed workshop? Request a workshop or webinar from christine@defendandpublish.com Don't forget about the wonderful resources at Textbook and Academic Authors Association. The organization can be found at: https://www.taaonline.net/  New TAA members can use the coupon code TAADP10 for $10 off an annual membership. You will also receive a copy of the eBook, Guide to Making Time to Write: 100+ Time & Productivity Management Tips for Textbook and Academic Authors. Please register for the TAA Online Conference. Register HERE.

If you've ever wondered what it's like being an English major, or wanted to study literature but not known exactly what that entails, come hang out with us! We're walking step by step through our experiences at university. The books we had to read, the clubs we joined, and the reason we did it.

In this episode, President and executive writing coach Christine Tulley describes how to use the challenge model to complete career advancement tasks. EPISODES MENTIONED Episode 74 - CV and Online Profile Updating RESOURCES University of Michigan's Research Impact Challenge DPL RESOURCES Join us for our FREE Wednesday open writing sessions from 8:30-11 am EST. Email christine@defendandpublish.com for the link  Set up a free 30 minute consultation HERE Check out our current and past workshops at Eventbrite for writing support content. Missed workshop? Request a workshop or webinar from christine@defendandpublish.com Don't forget about the wonderful resources at Textbook and Academic Authors Association. The organization can be found at: https://www.taaonline.net/  New TAA members can use the coupon code TAADP10 for $10 off an annual membership. You will also receive a copy of the eBook, Guide to Making Time to Write: 100+ Time & Productivity Management Tips for Textbook and Academic Authors.

In this episode, President and executive writing coach Christine Tulley discusses how to match projects to days available for summer writing and uses a Google template to keep track. EPISODES MENTIONED  Episode 108 Your Writing Project Mix    Episode 117 Summer Writing Planning Part I - Big Picture Planning RESOURCES Google Sheets Calendar Template - Pick #2 if you want the same thing I used DPL RESOURCES Join us for our FREE Wednesday open writing sessions from 8:30-11 am EST. Email christine@defendandpublish.com for the link  Set up a free 30 minute consultation HERE Check out our current and past workshops at Eventbrite for writing support content. Missed workshop? Request a workshop or webinar from christine@defendandpublish.com Don't forget about the wonderful resources at Textbook and Academic Authors Association. The organization can be found at: https://www.taaonline.net/  New TAA members can use the coupon code TAADP10 for $10 off an annual membership. You will also receive a copy of the eBook, Guide to Making Time to Write: 100+ Time & Productivity Management Tips for Textbook and Academic Authors. Please register for the TAA Online Conference. Register HERE.

In this episode, President and executive writing coach Christine Tulley discusses a variety of strategies to combat isolation during the writing process. EPISODE RESOURCES Episode 102 - My Holiday Writing - (shows days I decide not to write, vacation days, etc.) DP&L RESOURCES Check out our current and past workshops at Eventbrite for writing support content. Missed workshop? Request a workshop or webinar from christine@defendandpublish.com Set up a free 30 minute consultation HERE Textbook and Academic Authors Association (TAA) RESOURCES Don't forget about the wonderful resources at Textbook and Academic Authors Association. The organization can be found at: https://www.taaonline.net/ New TAA members can use the coupon code TAADP10 for $10 off an annual membership. You will also receive a copy of the eBook, Guide to Making Time to Write: 100+ Time & Productivity Management Tips for Textbook and Academic Authors.

Pamela Nowak's historical fiction tells the stories of real women whose stories have been forgotten via a deft combination of research and character development. She's won a Will Rogers Gold Medallion and a Laramie Award as well as being a dual Feathered Quill finalist and a finalist for the New Mexico-Arizona Book Award. Her historical romance novels have garnered critical acclaim for her ability to weave fictional relationship stories into historical settings and events and have been awarded a Colorado Book Award, multiple HOLT Medallion Awards, and a WILLA Finalist Award.  Pam was also honored as the RMFW Writer of the Year. She has a B.A. in history, is a member of the Paper Lantern Writers, and works part-time as the Executive Director of the Women's Fiction Writers Association. More: http://www.pamelanowak.com/wp/  For video versions of this podcast, subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBP81nfbKnDRjs-Nar9LNe20138AiPyP8 Mark Stevens' website: https://www.writermarkstevens.com/ Intro Music by Moby Gratis: https://mobygratis.com/ Outro Music by Dan-o-Songs: https://danosongs.com/

In this episode, President and executive writing coach Christine Tulley discusses a variety of strategies to combat isolation during the writing process. EPISODE RESOURCES Conceptual Conversations DP&L RESOURCES Check out our current and past workshops at Eventbrite for writing support content. Missed workshop? Request a workshop or webinar from christine@defendandpublish.com Set up a free 30 minute consultation HERE Textbook and Academic Authors Association (TAA) RESOURCES Don't forget about the wonderful resources at Textbook and Academic Authors Association. The organization can be found at: https://www.taaonline.net/ New TAA members can use the coupon code TAADP10 for $10 off an annual membership. You will also receive a copy of the eBook, Guide to Making Time to Write: 100+ Time & Productivity Management Tips for Textbook and Academic Authors.

Chris Goff is an award-winning author of six novels based on environmental themes and two international thrillers. A longtime member of RMFW, she has served as in nearly every capacity from critique chair to President, received a Jasmine Award in 1997, received her PEN Award in 1998, was named Writer of the Year in 2002. She counts among her best friends, many of those she met upon joining RMFW. Chris' most recent book, RED SKY was a 2018 Colorado Book Award Finalist. Set in Ukraine and Asia, Agent Raisa Jordan must test the boundaries of diplomacy as she races to prevent the start of a new Cold War. Catherine Coulter had this to say: "Breathtaking suspense, do not miss Red Sky."  Goff's series debut, DARK WATERS, was dubbed “a sure bet for fans of international thrillers" by Booklist. DARK WATERS was a Finalist for the 2016 Colorado Book Award, 2016 Colorado Authors' League, Genre Award, and the 2016 Anthony Award for Best Crime Fiction Audiobook. This interview is one of a series of conversations with RMFW members who were there at the beginning of the organization. This year, RMFW celebrates its first 40 years. More:  http://www.christinegoff.com For video versions of this podcast, subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBP81nfbKnDRjs-Nar9LNe20138AiPyP8 Mark Stevens' website: https://www.writermarkstevens.com/ Intro Music by Moby Gratis: https://mobygratis.com/ Outro Music by Dan-o-Songs: https://danosongs.com/

 Are you getting the most from a local writing group? Today's episode provides the low down on what to expect from a writing group and the elements to consider when starting one. Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Heather Greer - Heather Greer is the author of Faith's Journey, Grasping Hope, Relentless Love, Cake That!, Love in the Squared Circle, and her newest release, Window of Opportunity. She also has devotions published in Thriving Family magazine. Heather's goal is always to write and speak truth to encourage God's people to live their faith. When she isn't busy writing or speaking, Heather enjoys reading, baking, and spending time with her husband, children, and grandson. As a preacher's kid and pastor's wife, Heather has enjoyed years of serving in ministries that work with all age groups.  Linda and Heather discuss the following:1.     Why do we need local writing groups? 2.     Where do we locate writing groups? 3.     What if there isn't a local group? How can you start one? 4.     Who should participate in these groups? 5.     What do you do at a writer's group? LINKSHeather GreerHeather Greer's BooksWriting Group Exercises PDFCheck out Heather Greer's downloadsIf you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcastAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbBesides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, board-certified Christian life coach, co-owner, co-founder of the LINKED® Personality System, and co-author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personality series. Linda also hosts the Staying REAL About Faith & Family podcast - Check it out!Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbSponsored by Access More!

#interviews #podcasts #booktubeBelinda Betker joins the podcast. Belinda is a poet and non fiction writer. We talk about her association with writing groups and problem solving for them. Belinda has to be more of an adult than I have to. Beyond that, we talk music, poetry, and being yourself. Plus, Belinda reads from her latest book Phases. This was a joyful conversation and a fun chat. Belinda rocks.Belinda BetkerWebsiteBook LaunchAvailable Now:Alice Won? - Available now. Alice escaped the asylum and pursues the Queen of Hearts to the Greek Labyrinth in the underworld, there she must engage in a game of croquet unlike any other, against Jason of the Argonauts. Illustrated by Kenzie Carr, written by yours truly, come to wonderland right now, where the real games begin.Support And Subscribe:Buy my MerchBuy Me A CoffeeNewsletterPatreonTwitchYoutube

HAPPY CAMPERS CLUB IS BACK!! What is Happy Campers Club? In short, it's two months of the support, guidance and writing community you need to transform your writing life! What to know even more? Then dive into either the podcast episode above, or the video below where I explain it all. If you are already to sign up, click the link below: SIGN UP FOR THE FALL 2022 HAPPY CAMPERS CLUB   https://stop-writing-alone-network.mn.co/plans/237272?bundle_token=7d3f1a08480a9574b8a23b10d98f871c&utm_source=manual SIGN UP FOR THE STOP WRITING ALONE EMAIL LIST to get videos and podcasts in your inbox weekly (Join the paid list to get invites to community events all month long!): Stop Writing Alone Stop Writing Alone is a podcast, a community & a philosophy By Nicole Rivera . READ NICOLE RIVERA'S FICTION AT STORY HOARDER Story Hoarder releasing the hoard of stories I have written to spread the story love to readers everywhere. By Nicole Rivera JOIN THE STOP WRITING ALONE NETWORK: https://stop-writing-alone-network.mn ... Video Version   This is a special episode where I recorded both on video and audio, if you want to see my face for this announcement (as well as the family lizard Lexemo) on video, here is the video version:

What is the common advice given in regards to writing groups? Find a writing group with other writers from your genre, right? But as our friend Becca Syme is always saying, QTP! Question the premise! In this episode, the ladies discuss the pros and cons of being in a genre-specific writing group as well as take questions and comments from the live chat!30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste...Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/Learn more about the hosts...Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/Tina: https://christinacattane.com/Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com/

In this final installment on writing groups, Jen and Tina be offering constructive criticism on a piece submitted by our very own J.R. Nichols, or as you all know her, Jamie. Unlike our usual “positive only” feedback, we'll be delving into how to give feedback that will make your piece better.30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste...Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/Learn more about the hosts...Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/Tina: https://christinacattane.com/Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com/

In this episode, we are continuing our discussion on writing groups. Specifically, we're covering how to give and receive critiques. We'll be offering constructive criticism on a piece submitted by Jenifer Carll-Tong. Unlike our usual “positive only” feedback, we'll be delving into how to give feedback that will make your piece better.30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste...Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/Learn more about the hosts...Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/Tina: https://christinacattane.com/Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com

On this episode, the ladies continue their Writing Group series with a live example of how they critique. We're putting a piece of Tina's writing on “the chopping block.” Tune in to watch Jamie and Jen critique Tina's piece.30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste...Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/Learn more about the hosts...Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/Tina: https://christinacattane.com/Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com/

Page One, produced and hosted by author Holly Lynn Payne, celebrates the craft that goes into writing the first sentence, first paragraph and first page of your favorite books. The first page is often the most rewritten page of any book because it has to work so hard to do so much—hook the reader. We interview master storytellers on the struggles and stories behind the first page of their books.About the guest author:Karen Winn received her MFA from Fairleigh Dickinson University. She also holds a doctoral degree in nursing. Born and raised in New Jersey, Karen now lives in Boston with her husband and two children. Our Little World is her first novel.  You can find her at: www.karenlwinn.comAbout the host:Holly Lynn Payne is an award-winning novelist and writing coach, and the former CEO and founder of Booxby, a startup built to help authors succeed. She is the author of four historical fiction novels, and her debut novel, The Virgin's Knot, was a Barnes & Noble Discover Great New Writers book. Her books have been published in eleven countries and translated into nine languages. She recently finished her first YA crossover novel inspired by her nephew with Down syndrome and her love of Shel Silverstein's poetry. She lives in Marin County with her daughter and enjoys mountain biking, surfing and hiking with her dog. To learn more about her books and private writing coaching services, please visit hollylynnpayne.com.If you have a first page you'd like to submit to the Page One Podcast, please do so here.As an author and writing coach, I know that the first page of any book has to work so hard to do so much—hook the reader. So I thought to ask your favorite master storytellers how they do their magic to hook YOU. After the first few episodes, it occurred to me that maybe someone listening might be curious how their first page sits with an audience, so I'm opening up Page One to any writer who wants to submit the first page of a book they're currently writing. If your page is chosen, you'll be invited onto the show to read it and get live feedback from one of Page One's master storytellers. Page One exists to inspire, celebrate and promote the work of both well-known and unknown creative talent.  You can listen to Page One on Apple podcasts, Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher and all your favorite podcast players. Hear past episodes.Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads, and Instagram

Author Heather Huffman, poet, short story writer, novelist, and creator behind all things Sprinkled Inspiration shares her path to getting published as well as her new opportunity for writers to share their own.  Join the Stop Writing Alone Network https://stop-writing-alone-network.mn.co Mentioned in this episode: Heather Huffman's info Subscribe to the Sprinkled Inspiration Substack  https://sprinkledinspiration.substack.com/ Sprinkled Inspiration Instagram  www.Instagram.com/sprinkledinspiration      Sprinkled Inspiration on Facebook  www.Facebook.com/sprinkledinspiration    Heather Huffman's Instagram    www.instagram.com/authorheatherlhuffman  May's Prompt audio newsletter    https://sprinkledinspiration.substack.com/p/audio-newsletter?r=38tdm&utm_medium=ios Second Breath by Danika Bloom (book featuring Heather's poetry)   https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08D6V7KL5/ref=cm_sw_r_em_api_60V4X08R4AWF4CG4P5JS STORY HOARDER Substack (The new home for Nicole's writing): https://storyhoarder.substack.com Stop Writing Alone FB group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2205774733034348/ Stop Writing Alone Bookshop https://bookshop.org/shop/Stopwritingalone  NV Rivera YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpPlp1EVzQhDFPdGp5w2KoQ?view_as=subscriber  Buy Nicole a coffee (AKA support the podcast!) https://ko-fi.com/stopwritingalone   Places to connect to the STOP WRITING ALONE community and introduce yourself: Stop Writing Alone FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/stopwritingalone/ Join the Stop Writing Alone with Nicole Rivera FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2205774733034348/ Stop Writing Alone website: https://stopwritingalone.com/ Join the Stop Writing Alone email list: https://mailchi.mp/ff8df93e57dc/penpals  Stop Writing Alone Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/stopwritingalone/  Nicole's Twitter: https://twitter.com/nv_rivera  The Stop Writing Alone voice number (call to introduce yourself!): (646) 907-9607    When you find a group of people who lift you up on a daily basis, it is important to share their awesome. Here are links to the women in Nicole's Mastermind group (currently going by the name The Voxer Vixens!). Please support these women who do so much to support Nicole on a daily basis! Kim A. Flodin https://www.kelekilove.com/  Lisa Murray https://ihavedreamsdammit.com/ Claire Oldham West https://slimmingstories.podbean.com/ Johanna Jaquez-Peralta https://www.instagram.com/latina_livin_keto/ Emma Isaacs https://www.instagram.com/emmaisaacsdesign/ 

Page One, produced and hosted by author Holly Lynn Payne, celebrates the craft that goes into writing the first sentence, first paragraph and first page of your favorite books. The first page is often the most rewritten page of any book because it has to work so hard to do so much—hook the reader. We interview master storytellers on the struggles and stories behind the first page of their books.About the guest author:Lee Kravetz is a science journalist and the author of two acclaimed works of non-fiction: Strange Contagion and SuperSurvivors, both published by HarperWave—which dovetail perfectly with The Last Confession of Slyvia P, his first work of fiction that explores manic depression in the lives of some of the greatest writers of the early 20th century. Kravetz has worked in publicity for some of the biggest publishers in the world and has written for print and television, including The New York Times, New York Magazine, Psychology Today, The Daily Beast, The San Francisco Chronicle, and PBS. He lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with his family and is a member of the Writers Grotto and serves on the panel faculty for LitCamp. You can visit him at www.leekravetz.com and follow him on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/leekravetz and Instagram @leekravetzAbout the host:Holly Lynn Payne is an award-winning novelist and writing coach, and the former CEO and founder of Booxby, a startup built to help authors succeed. Her debut novel, The Virgin's Knot, was a Barnes & Noble Discover Great New Writers book. Her books have been published in eleven countries and translated into nine languages. Her most recent novel, Damascena:The Tale of Roses and Rumi, has been optioned for a film series. She's currently at work on her first YA crossover novel inspired by her nephew with Down syndrome. She lives in Marin County with her daughter and enjoys mountain biking, surfing and hiking with her dog. To learn more about her private writing coaching services, please visit hollylynnpayne.com.If you have a first page you'd like to submit to the Page One Podcast, please do so here.As an author and writing coach, I know that the first page of any book has to work so hard to do so much—hook the reader. So I thought to ask your favorite master storytellers how they do their magic to hook YOU. After the first few episodes, it occurred to me that maybe someone listening might be curious how their first page sits with an audience, so I'm opening up Page One to any writer who wants to submit the first page of a book they're currently writing. If your page is chosen, you'll be invited onto the show to read it and get live feedback from one of Page One's master storytellers. Page One exists to inspire, celebrate and promote the work of both well-known and unknown creative talent.  You can listen to Page One on Apple podcasts, Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher and all your favorite podcast players. Hear past episodes.Shoutouts: This episode supports National Poetry Month, where you can sign up to receive a poem-a-day curated in April by Naomi Shihab Nye and the 22in'22 a Zibby Books Initiative which encourages all of us to visit 22 bookstores in 2022. How awesome is that? Great idea Zibby Books! As an author, I love independent bookstores and believe they play a huge role in our communities, nurturing our love of literature and enriching our lives with programming and other events that promote literacy, bringing readers and writers together. Living here in the San Francisco Bay Area with more independent bookstores per capita than anywhere else in the country, I will be visiting many of my favorite bookstores in the coming months with my daughter in tow. Wherever this finds you, I hope you do the same. And while you get a great new book or two, please tell them about the Page One Podcast. Thank you for supporting your nearest bookstore and the authors whose work they carry. Happy browsing to all!