Podcasts about writing resources

If you're writing a quiet, character-driven story — especially if it deals with questions of morality — Juror #2 is a film you must watch. The storytelling craft is rock solid, and although it's a legal drama, it's also highly nuanced with complex characters and an unbelievably intriguing plot. There's no spectacle here. It's all substance. Check out this hook: What if a juror in a murder trial realized that he is the killer? -V. For access to writing templates and worksheets, and more than 70 hours of training (all for free), subscribe to Valerie's Inner Circle.To learn to read like a writer, visit Melanie's website.Follow Valerie on Instagram and Threads @valerie_francisFollow Melanie on X, Instagram and Facebook @MelanieHillAuthor

Delve into the impact of AI on fiction writing. Explore the opportunities and concerns surrounding the incorporation of AI in creative work.

“All I have to say, I know it can take a long time. And I really respect that it takes time to be ready to take the next step.“In the first episode of 2025, How To Write the Future podcast host, Beth Barany shares creative writing resources to help writers kick start their 2025 by focusing on their craft. From free downloadable workbooks, virtual courses, and supportive groups to even being personally invited to connect and ask your questions to Beth herself, this episode is all about how you can take control of your writing journey for the year ahead. RESOURCESGET HELP WITH YOUR WORLD BUILDING - START HERE: Free World Building Workbook for Fiction Writers: https://writersfunzone.com/blog/world-building-resources/Creativity Coach for Writers: https://bethbarany.com/Mastering Deep Point of View by Alice Gaines: https://writersfunzone.com/blog/mastering-deep-point-of-view-by-alice-gaines/Sign up for the 30-minute Story Success Clinic with Beth Barany: https://writersfunzone.com/blog/story-success-clinic/Get support for your fiction writing by a novelist and writing teacher and coach. Schedule an exploratory call here and see if Beth can support you today: https://writersfunzone.com/blog/discovery-call/SHOW PRODUCTION BY Beth BaranySHOW CO-PRODUCTION + NOTES by Kerry-Ann McDadec. 2025 BETH BARANYhttps://bethbarany.com/Questions? Comments? Send us a text!--CONNECTContact Beth: https://writersfunzone.com/blog/podcast/#tve-jump-185b4422580Email: beth@bethbarany.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethbarany/CREDITSEDITED WITH DESCRIPT: https://get.descript.com/0clwwvlf6e3jMUSIC: Uppbeat.ioDISTRIBUTED BY BUZZSPROUT: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1994465

Where are the free, reliable resources that elevate your writing game without breaking the bank? In this episode, we explore our top writing tools, from Grammarly to free Craft Chapbooks, our favorite poetry-centric podcasts to the best of BookTok. Whether you're an emerging poet or a seasoned writer, it won't hurt to refresh yourself on these practical tips and resources designed to help you thrive. The Poetry Lab Podcast is produced by Lori Walker, Danielle Mitchell, and Karen Zheng. Hosted by Danielle Mitchell and Lori Walker, with special guest host bridgette bianca.  Theme song: "Simply Upbeat" by Christian Telford, Kenneth Edward Belcher, and Saki Furuya Visit thepoetrylab.com/podcast for more information.

It's time to pull back the curtain and discuss how the sausage gets made. Sadie Dean and Jeanne Veillette Bowerman dive deep into their writing process, making goals, sharing a zillion resources they use to get words on the page and thoughts on juggling a crazy life with trying to be creative.This one has more resources than we even realized, and even more to come, so check back later for Sadie's list of writing books!And, of course, Jeanne talks about graves. No shock there. Resources from this episode: Jeanne's Amazing Super-Sized WhiteboardRestickable Writeyboard (Mark Cuban's company) RC episode - Starting Projects: Getting Shit Done 15 Minutes at a TimeLee Jessup's Symposium - Start Your Screenwriting Year with a BangThe Coffee Break Screenwriter by Pilar AlessandraAbbie Emmons YT Scrivener TutorialsSynMap thesaurus programThe Describers DictionaryDaily Life book series The Bald Headed Hermit and the Artichoke (erotica thesaurus)  The Emotion ThesaurusSelf-Publishing Symposium by Karen RichardsonMerriam Webster gif game on XWatch this episode on YouTube (yes, Jeanne finally put an episode up!)More resources to come, so check back later ...All OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipelineartists.com/listen.Watch full (read that as "most" because Jeanne is tired) episodes on YouTube.Follow us on Twitter:@recklesscr8tive@SadieKDean@jeannevb@pipelineartists

A simple decision-making framework to help you find YOUR best writing path.Yesterday, I shared a framework to help you make any decision about your writing career.Well—yesterday, I shared part one of that framework.And today, I'm back on the podcast with part two!In yesterday's episode, I coached you through how to identify your values in your writing. What's truly important to you?And in today's episode, I'll coach you through identifying your needs. What do you need most in your writing, editing, and publishing process right now?When you know what you value and what you need, making decisions about your writing journey becomes almost easy.You'll know what courses you need. What book professionals you want to hire. What specific areas of learning and development you want to focus on.Ready for complete clarity about your writing journey? Check out the episode.Links mentioned in the episode:Join Notes to Novel: alicesudlow.com/notestonovelEp. 48: How to Choose the Right Writing Resources for YOU Right Now, Part 1Support the showWant more editing tips and resources? Follow me on Instagram and Facebook.And if you're enjoying the podcast, would you mind leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts? That helps more writers find these editing resources. And it helps me know what's helpful to you so I can create more episodes you'll love!Loving the show? Show your support with a monthly contribution »

How to answer the question, “When should I work with an editor?”Hire an editor. Join a writing course. Work with a book coach. Gather beta readers. Join a writing group.There are so many resources to help you write and edit an amazing novel.This is great news when you know exactly what resource you need. If you need a very specific type of support, I can almost guarantee that it exists.But it's terrible news when you don't know what you need. When you don't know what to look for, all the options are just overwhelming.So what's the solution? How do you cut through the overwhelm and find the perfect writing resource for you, right now, at this very moment in your writing career?Well, that's what I'm covering in this episode.I'm going to walk you through my favorite decision-making framework. It's the answer I give anytime someone asks, “How do I know when to hire an editor?”And it will help you make any decision in your entire writing career (and maybe in life, too!).Plus, I'll show you exactly how to use this framework in a real-life example, a decision you get to make right now:Should you join Notes to Novel before the doors close this Thursday?I won't tell you whether you should join or not. That's up to you.What I will do is help you discover what's most important to you. Then, I'll show you whether Notes to Novel is a good fit for that.Think of this episode as a one-on-one coaching session with me where I'll help you figure out whether the Notes to Novel course is right for you.There's no one right answer here. Just a process of discernment you can use for this decision—and every decision you make about your writing journey.Links mentioned in the episode:Join Notes to Novel: alicesudlow.com/notestonovelSupport the showWant more editing tips and resources? Follow me on Instagram and Facebook.And if you're enjoying the podcast, would you mind leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts? That helps more writers find these editing resources. And it helps me know what's helpful to you so I can create more episodes you'll love!Loving the show? Show your support with a monthly contribution »

Do you have a story idea that doesn't fit neatly into one genre? If you've ever considered writing cross-genre, then stick around and learn how one author managed to successfully combine travel writing, memoir, and young adult into a single book. You'll also know the key benefits of researching your idea compared to the others who've already published, and you'll learn how to find quality editors who support your goals.As a bonus, you'll also hear about Kellie's and Erin's travels abroad.Topics discussed in this episode: Trying to write during maternity leaveTraveling the world and blogging with her middle schoolersBinging YouTube writing craft videosReading one-star reviews for similar booksWriting the first draft in three monthsHiring three different editors when writing cross-genreFinding good editors and avoiding bad experiencesTelling her family she's writing a memoir about themDon't fret not having a formal writing degreeFavorite booksBONUS: Entering middle school curriculumsBONUS: Percentages of drafted and published booksAbout Kellie: Kellie McIntyre is a Southern girl with a passion for cultural and adventure travel. She has explored 50 countries across six continents and will finally make it to Antarctica in November 2023. In 2013, Kellie, her husband, and their two daughters traded middle school for a global adventure. That experience led to a first-class education from economy seats. And that education has turned into her new book. It is a “Dork Diaries meets The Amazing Race” family travel memoir with a unique twist—it's written from her 14- and 12-year-old daughters' perspectives. Kellie also shares tips for planning and surviving global family (mis)adventures on her travel blog, 4 Worn Passports. Kellie's daughters are now young adults, and Kellie and her husband are empty-nesters in Alabama. They work in real estate.Get her book:The Passport Project: Two Sisters Ditch Middle School for a Life-Changing Journey Around the World: https://www.amazon.com/Passport-Project-Sisters-Life-Changing-Journey/dp/1737743817 Connect w/ Kellie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4WornPassports/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4WornPassports Travel blog: https://4wornpassports.com/ Books discussed during the show: The Girl with Seven Names, by Hyeonseo LeeEscaping from Camp 14, by Blaine HardenA Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier, by Ishmael BeahFirst They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers, by Loung UngFrom the Land of Green Ghosts, by Pascal Khoo ThweFree your creative self too. Download your free copy of my guide, 5 Steps to Help You Start Writing Today, at https://lifebeyondparenting.com/5-steps-start-writing. Let's connect via my Facebook group, Parents Who Write, at https://www.facebook.com/groups/parentswhowrite.

Join our host Luki as he engages in a deep-dive conversation with Adam, a two-time author, about the fascinating and often challenging journey of book writing. They share invaluable insights from their experiences, discussing topics such as the inspiration behind their first books, the writing process, the impact of their words on their readers, and lessons learned along the way. Aspiring authors will find useful advice, from the importance of outlines to networking with published authors. Adam also teases his upcoming book, discussing the innovative ways he plans to take a different approach. Whether you're a budding writer or a seasoned author, this podcast offers a treasure trove of knowledge to help you navigate your writing journey. Connect with Adam Rodricks on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamrodricks Visit hit website: https://www.adamrodricks.com/

On this episode of the Debut Spotlight series, Ana Siquiera talks with debut author Mariana Ríos Ramírez about the inspiration for her Picture Book, Santiago's Dinosaurios, coming out on October 27th 2022! Mariana talks about her son's experience moving to the United States and starting kindergarten without knowing English, how dinosaurs came to be such a big part of the story, her upcoming book, Abuelita's Gift, and shares some great tips that she learned from her journey from International Relations to children's publishing. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider buying a book (or a few) to say thanks! Buy Mariana Ríos Ramírez's Picture Book, Santiago's Dinosaurios Buy Ana Siquiera's MG book, Bella's Recipe for Success, and her new Picture Book, If Your Babysitter is a Bruja (also in Spanish!) Writing Resources mentioned: SCBWI— www.scbwi.org The Writing Barn— www.thewritingbarn.com Storyteller Academy— Storyteller Academy: Where you learn to write children's books Check out the other books on the Las Musas Bookshop page! Connect with Las Musas on social media: Twitter Instagram Visit our website!

Welcome Magic Pants Collective! Today we discuss different writing resources that I use, what they're for and what they can do for you. | Horns & Halos/Dharma, YouTube Channel — https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCLBGKtTNRrAfsPqIFOpGPPw | | Rainbowrific Redbubble — https://www.redbubble.com/people/rainbowrific/shop

Do Your Stories Captivate Readers? With each word you type, you have the opportunity to impact the world for Christ. Unfortunately, writing clichéd or heavy-handed novels is so easy that you may not even realize you're failing to move readers. What if you could find a more effective approach to crafting stories as a Christian? Writing Is a Craft -- Five-star stories don't happen overnight. You don't need get-rich-quick schemes shoved in your face. You need training and support that sets you up for the long haul. Storytelling Must Be Genuine -- Novels should be about more than a faith-based message. Storytellers honor God by imitating the way He tells stories, not by bland sermonizing. For the Christian author looking to take their writing to the next level, Story Embers is here for you. I had the pleasure of being on a panel discussing difficult topics in Christian fiction, and let me tell you, the people behind Story Embers are here to help you create great stories.  Find out how by listening to my conversation with Josiah DeGraaf, Summit and Marketing Director at Story Embers on Tuesday, July 26th at 7 PM Eastern time. You can listen in at 646-668-8485, and press 1 to be live on air. Follow us on podcast platforms everywhere. Or, click on the link here: http://tobtr.com/12115203.

This week on The Writer's Mindset we share all the writing techniques, hacks, tips, resources, and more that have improved our craft over the last several years.In this episode, you'll learn:How breaking your book down into smaller chunks can help you get more doneThe difference accountability can makeWhy Scrivener and Plot Factory are better than Word or Google Docs for writing a bookWhy we ate our words on worldbuildingListen to our new bonus series HEALTHY HABITS over at patreon.com/writersmindset.LinksThe Writer's Mindset Facebook groupPlot Factory *Scrivener *TickTick *Books MentionedThe Ghost's CallThe Mummy's CurseThe Necromancer's SecretThe Witch's SacrificeHow to Write Believable Characters*Affiliate link. It won't cost you any extra to purchase through this link, but we will get a small commission.

Welcome back to AWP! It has been quite some time due to technical issues but we are back and picking back up with the Writing Resources mini-series! This brief episode is meant to help students begin writing a historical context based essay. While it iis not an in-depth look at Francisco Laso's work, we will be returning to him later this spring. There will also be an AWP merch sale this month. Use code SPRING10 at checkout to get 10% off your entire merch purchase! Rep AWP on Spring Break. Visit www.artwatchpodcast.com to look at some merch! Social Media: @artwatchpodcast Email: artwatchpodcast@gmail.com

Welcome back to AWP! This is part one of the Writing Resources mini-series. Today we have the lovely Caitlin Chávez as our guest!  Caitlin's social media- IG: @caitlin_de_texas Twitter: @caitlin_de_TX   AWP info: @artwatchpodcast artwatchpodcast@gmail.com www.artwatchpodcast.com  

In today's Books with Hooks segment, Carly and CeCe discuss not being vague in your query letter; letting us know what's at stake for a character;  why repetition is your enemy in the first five pages; making the geography and the hook of the novel clearer; inciting specific curiosity; and taking care not to write a hidden protagonist. After which Bianca chats with Julie Carrick Dalton, author of Waiting for the Night Song about how to know when you're ready to query. Julie discusses being in the query trenches, as well as entering writing contests; taking part in literary idol events and charity auctions; doing workshops run by agents and editors; working with Manuscript Academy; asking for scholarships or fee waivers; entering Twitter contents like #pitmad; studying writing; what climate fiction is; and answering why you're the most qualified person to tell a story.  

Learn how to write characters readers will love. Has an industry professional told you not to dump character history at the beginning of your story? If so, you aren't alone. But what's the solution to this common advice? Most writers take the time to design interesting characters with troubled pasts. They long for readers to care about the characters' lives. However, the sad truth is on page one, readers don't care—yet. That's why industry gurus tell writers to stop overusing character history, also called backstory, at the beginning of stories. Have you ever wondered... How to use backstory correctly? What are the ways other writers successfully incorporate backstory into their work? Do tools exist to help writers better plan stories so the backstory isn't such a problem? In Focused Backstory: The Key to Writing Deep Character Journeys, you'll find answers to these questions and more. You'll learn how to avoid the dreaded info-dump and instead harness curiosity so readers keep turning pages. This resource breaks down focused backstory into simple pieces to use flexibly in any story no matter what genre or length. Join me as I chat with Carol Alwood about effectively using backstory to create deep character journeys on Tuesday, June 29th at 7 pm Eastern. You can call in at 646-668-8485 and press 1 to be live on air. Download Stitcher on your mobile device. Follow us on iTunes and iHeartreadio. Add PJC Media to your Spotify library, or click on the link here: http://tobtr.com/s/11965956.

Anna and Emily destroy their friendship... Wait. No. They ALMOST destroy their friendship while talking about writing resources that have helped them explore their craft. Scrivener Plottr Helping Writers Become Authors Structuring Your Novel by K.M. Weiland Jami Gold Worksheets

What happens when a '40s something mother inherits a crew of rookie twenty-year-olds and the mission is to race to a planet where celestial beings hold ransom the blueprint to humanity's continued existence? The question is will she leave her dying son on Earth to take on this desperate mission? One wrong step could seal their fate. Veronika Taylor Morgan knows interstellar mining like the back of her hand. But leading a military expedition into deep space is another matter altogether. With a mind-devouring plague ravaging Earth—holding ancient ties to prehistory—civil society is crumbling. Miraculously, radio signals from space lead to a discovery: the remains of ancient aliens in a spacecraft are buried in the Transantarctic Mountains. Already shaken—when a message is received offering help from the hidden planet Nemesis, Earth's remnants are hopeful for salvation. Torn by her responsibility to care for her desperately sick son, Veronika knows her mining frigate, Assurity, is the only ship capable of following the map to a cure. Assurity is an action-packed sci-fi novel with a hint of ancient mystery. If you like tenacious heroines, interstellar exploration, and unexpected twists, then you'll love Anthony Barbera's captivating tale. Join in my conversation with my returning guest co-host and contributor Anthony Barbera about his space thriller on Wednesdaay, May 5th at 7 pm Eastern time. You can call in at 646-668-8485 and press 1 to be live on air. Download Stitcher on your mobile device. Follow us on iTunes and iHeartreadio. Add PJC Media to your Spotify library, or click on the link here: http://tobtr.com/11937903.

In this special episode of Gotham Writers' Inside Writing, guest host Angie Chatman conducts a panel discussion with #BlackStoriesMatter Co-Director and TMI Project Workshop Leader Dara Lurie and writer/actor Twinkle Burke. They discuss what resources exist for BIPOC writers, what the TMI Project is all about, and how to get involved in the movement. Links mentioned during the show: TMI Project: https://www.tmiproject.org/ The Writer's Hour: https://writershour.com London Writer's Exchange: https://londonwriterssalon.com/ New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org Sundance Collab: https://collab.sundance.org Lies My Teacher Told Me, by James Loewen: https://bookshop.org/books/lies-my-teacher-told-me-everything-your-american-history-textbook-got-wrong/9781620973929 Writing The Other:https://writingtheother.com/the-book/ Dominique Morisseau: http://dominiquemorisseau.com/ Jeremy O. Harris: https://jeremyoharris.me/ We See You White American Theater: https://www.weseeyouwat.com/ Fade-In Pro: https://www.fadeinpro.com Angie Chatman's website: https://angiecwriter.com/ Connect on social media! TMI Project Twitter: https://twitter.com/tmiproject Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tmiproject Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tmiproject/ Dara Lurie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/darajoycewriter Twinkle Burke on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datwinksta/?hl=en Angie Chatman on Twitter: https://twitter.com/angiecwriter Gotham Writers on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gothamwriters

Zenais begins his relationship with Azalea’s cousin, Kairi. The two live in blissful solace. But when the reigning king requests two tributes from each village in Golgotha, Kairi is abducted along with Azalea. Will Zenais save her, or will the king’s wishes keep them separated? Join in as I chat with my returning guest Shane War-Rose about the second book in his series on Thursday, April 8th at a special time of 3 pm Eastern. You can call in at 646-668-8485 and press 1 to be live on air. Download Stitcher on your mobile device. Follow us on iTunes, Google Podcasts, and iHeartradio. Or, click on the link here: http://tobtr.com/s/11925284.  

Facing eviction, Rhea Morrison, a grieving widow, must save her failing bakery. An unexpected turn of events lands her at a singles retreat where she meets Martin Lane. Pastor Martin laments over his secret, traumatic past mistakes. He’s destined to lead his father’s church, despite blatant rejection. He can’t love Rhea - he’s yet to forgive himself for his past. If Rhea knew how he used to be, she would have no interest in pursuing a relationship with him. Rhea feels torn about her attraction to Martin – he’s a pastor, and after her husband’s death, she vowed to never get involved with another pastor. Rhea's identical twin sister, Raven, also has feelings for Martin. Her tenuous relationship with her twin makes her leery. Can she find the courage to love Martin without hurting her sister? Both Martin and Rhea struggle with their faith in God. Can Martin and Rhea overcome their past so that they’re free to love again? Join me as I chat with Cecelia Dowdy about her bakery romance series on this Special Edition on Wednesday, March 31st at 7 PM Eastern time. You can call in at 646-668-8485 and press 1 to be live on air. Download Stitcher on your mobile device. Follow us on Apple Podcast. Add PJC Media to Spotify and iHeartradio. Or, click on the link here: http://tobtr.com/11905802.

A fabled treasure disappears. Can a failing order of warrior-monks stop a tyrant from gaining ultimate power? When he was seven years old, Kurian Abramson entered training with the legendary Capric Monks, vowing to protect the Capric Treasure with his life. But he doesn’t know what he’s guarding. The treasure veiled in prophecy is a mystery even to the monks. Every day of Kurian’s youth swings between brutal combat training and quiet study of the Order’s religious teaching. He knows the withering monastery doesn’t live up to the heroic legends he heard as a boy. But he longs to prove he’s worthy of the honor that protecting the treasure still affords. But when an ambitious, tyrannical noble razes the monastery, they discover that the treasure is missing. Kurian must get it back or lose everything he trained for. The only clue points to an outlaw known as the King of the Caves. Guided by a female spy with a secret and hunted by the noble’s top officer, Kurian's journey becomes a race that pits him against soldiers, witches, and deadly mythical creatures. His quest will test his training, friendships, and faith. Can Kurian restore the treasure? Or will his world fall under the curse of 1,000 years of darkness? Join me as I chat with Brandon Wilborn about his book on this on this Special Edition on Wednesday, March 17th at 7 PM Eastern time. You can call in at 646-668-8485 and press 1 to be live on air. Download Stitcher on your mobile device. Follow us on Apple Podcast. Add PJC Media to Spotify and iHeartradio. Or, click on the link here: http://tobtr.com/11905783.

Scott talks dialogue revisions and dialogue tweaking (1:00) before moving to the new coloring process he's experimenting with (9:30). Keith reviews his week (17:10) and character writing before we answer some listener questions on writing workshops, video resources for artists and comic scripts (32:05). As promised in the discussion, here is the link for comic page examples: https://keithrfoster.com/home-1/comic-scripts-examples

Decades after persecution and loss drove him into hiding, one old preacher has received a vision from God—in one week, his city will be destroyed. Walter Barnes abandoned his pulpit long ago and has watched as the church he loved faded into silence, giving an increasingly violent world over to its own devices. Now judgment is coming, but like Abraham, Walter has made a wager with God. If he can change the heart of the city, then mercy will have its day. His journey will lead him from the broken streets to the steel citadels of a city that has forgotten him and his faith, forcing him to confront the choices that have haunted him for years. And the clock is ticking. Join me as I chat with Paul Johnson about his debut novel on Tuesday, November 17th at 7 pm Eastern time. You can call in at 646-668-8485 and press 1 to be live on air. Download Stitcher on your mobile device. Follow us on iTunes. Add PJC Media to your iHeart and Spotify. Or, click on the link here: http://tobtr.com/11840955 .

Recently married, a fulfilling career, and a new baby on the way, Hannah Jefferson couldn't be more pleased. After experiencing many difficulties in her past, Hannah simply desires to be a good wife and mother and build closer family relationships, yet her aspirations are short lived. Soon, Hannah's life is thrown into turmoil. She is desperately in need of a miracle, but it seems unlikely until she is offered the unexpected answer to add a glimmer of light to her current darkness. Eventually, she ends up back at square one. Meanwhile, beautician and mentor to many, Ms. Priscilla, and Hannah's other loved ones attempt to lead her to true contentment and total healing, from the inside out. Will she receive the invitation, or will she remain empty and forever searching? Talk with me as I chat with Denise Walker about her newest release on this Special Edition on Wednesday, November 4th at 7 pm Eastern time. You can call in at 646-668-8485 and press 1 to be live on air. Download Stitcher on your mobile device. Follow us on iTunes. Add PJC Media to your iHeart and Spotify. Or, click on the link here: http://tobtr.com/11840923.

For as long as Eric Davis can remember, the name of that distinct carpenter from the bible (“that J name”) has caused him to have severe panic attacks. Living on a religion free road with his wife, Brooke, and his two children, Fiona and Mitchell, avoidance has done the trick. But things change, as they tend to do. On the day his wife comes home from church (wait, church?) to deliver her life changing news, Eric is given a peek behind the curtain for his aversion. Dark stairs leading down into a far darker place, long shadows reaching up the walls, reaching for him. In a last effort to save his marriage and his sanity, he seeks answers to his aversion. The more he discovers about the why, the more he wishes he could close the curtain for good. But he’s already gone too far. To stop now would leave him worse off than before. What waits at the end of his journey is darkness unimaginable and a past that was better buried in the deepest parts of his mind. Listen in as I chat with my returning guest co-host Nate Allen about his new release on Tuesday, October 6th at 7 pm Eastern time. You can call in at 646-668-8485. Download Stitcher on your mobile device. Follow us on iTunes and iHeartreadio. Add PJC Media to your Spotify library, or click on the link here: http://tobtr.com/11817455.

Justin and Jon break down eight helpful tools they have used to become better writers.You can find Jon's work at "Carseat Conversations" on Facebook or Instagram, as well as on the web at jonwoolleyauthor.comYou can find Justin at "J_M_Creps" on instagram, or on his youtube channel: Justin Creps

Skate is a thief, trained and owned by the local crime syndicate, the Ink. When she tries to burgle a shut-in’s home, she gets caught by the owner—a powerful undead wizard. He makes a deal with her: “borrow” books from other wizards in return for a place to stay. Caught between her growing fondness for the wizard and her past with the crime syndicate, Skate doesn’t know where her loyalties lie. But she’d better figure it out, because there’s a new player in town, one whose magical hypnotism puts them all at risk. Join me for this special edition as I chat with Jeff Ayers about his new book on June 10th at 7 PM Eastern time! You can call in at 646-668-8485 and press 1 to be live on air. Download Stitcher on your mobile device. Follow us on iTunes and iHeartreadio. Add PJC Media to your Spotify library, or click on the link here:  http://tobtr.com/11748343.

The guys discuss their writing schedules in these odd times. Then they talk about Brandon Sanderson’s lecture series on YouTube and launch into other online resources they’ve found helpful. Brandon Sanderson’s Lecture Series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6HOdHEeosc&list=PLSH_xM-KC3Zv-79sVZTTj-YA6IAqh8qeQ Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/ Get the Creative Writing Life book: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Writing-Life-Justin-Sloan-ebook/dp/B07YR2FMYK/

Here are fourteen professional writing resources to help with all parts of authorpreneurship: writing, editing, blogging/podcasting, book formatting, marketing.

 Andrew asks: "I'm learning Lao. Is there a benefit to daily journaling?" In This Episode: Writing in your target language is a fantastic activity, especially if it appeals to you! Here are some of the  benefits: Review and consolidate what you've been learning Experiment with grammar and pose questions to yourself (which can get answered) Throws up new vocabulary that you'll have to look up Exposes your "interlanguage" Gives your teacher something to work with Provides evidence of progress Can match your learning style, thereby enhancing learning One of the most important things about writing is, after you get feedback, to go and act on that feedback. It's too easy to not learn the lessons from teacher feedback. Resources Mentioned: All the Writing Resources for Language Learning You'll Ever Need - a helpful blog post on writing by Lindsay Williams   Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, visit: https://iwillteachyoualanguage.com//italkishownotes Do You Have A Question? Ask me your language learning questions by clicking here, and I’ll do my best to feature it on the show! Also, please subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates. Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast! If you’ve got any comments about the show then please leave them in the “comments” section below! If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could… Share the episode using the social media buttons around you Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes (click here to do that) iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring language learners out there! See you in the next episode of the I Will Teach You A Language podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iwillteachyoualanguage/message

Alex and Nick share the TV writing resources they use for the screenwriting craft, from books, websites, and podcasts, to apps, tools, and hardware. We go over some of our personal recommendations we've discussed over the years, and why they matter to us. Content 1 - Books (00:30) 2 - Finding Scripts (11:05) 3 - Apps/Software (14:19) 4 - Hardware/Tools (19:08) 5 - Websites (25:46) 6 - Podcasts (34:55) 7 - Miscellaneous (39:06) Links "The Cheeky Monkey" - Tim Ferguson "Writing the TV Drama Series" - Pamela Douglas "Television Writing from the Inside Out" - Larry Brody "The TV Writer's Handbook" - Ellen Sandler "Write to TV" - Martie Cook "Elephant Bucks" - Sheldon Bull "Crafty TV Writing" - Alex Epstein "Successful TV Writing" - Lee Goldberg and William Rabkin "The Coffee Break Screenwriter" - Pilar Alessandra "The War of Art" - Steven Pressfield "The Hollywood Standard" - Christopher Riley "The Emotion Thesaurus" - Becca Puglisi and Angela Ackerman William C. Martell's Blue Book series "On Writing" - Stephen King WGF Library TV Calling Script Library Other TV script library Final Draft Highland Scrivener Sublime Text Slack Moleskine Notebooks Kindle eReaders Kobo eReaders Time Timer ThinkVision P27h-10 IPS Monitor TV Tropes John August Blog Go Into The Story Blog r/screenwriting (reddit) r/worldbuilding (reddit) "Screenwriting Lessons From" series on TV Calling Hemingway Editor Thesaurus RhymeZone Rainy Mood Bose QuietComfort 35 II Noise-Cancelling Headphones Paper Team Cheat Sheets on Patreon Breaking Bad Insider Podcast Battlestar Galactica podcast by Ron Moore The Writers Panel 3rd and Fairfax To Live and Dialogue in LA Scriptnotes Children of Tendu Draft Zero Parker/Stone NYU Lecture (Video) Big Brother Live Feeds If you enjoyed this episode and others, please consider supporting us on Patreon at paperteam.co/patreon! :) Special thanks to Alex Switzky for helping us edit this episode. You can find Paper Team on Twitter: Alex - @TVCalling Nick - @_njwatson For any questions, comments or feedback, you can e-mail us: ask@paperteam.co

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At Breathe Christian Writers Conference, held October 12 and 13, 2018, I interviewed three authors who served on the speaking team. We discussed all things writing, like their writing challenges, their writing process, and their advice for writers. All for you. I'm sharing these conversations with you, mixing them in with my standard short solo episodes. You heard from Shawn Smucker in episode 171. Today, I bring you the second interview: a conversation with Patrice Gopo. We discussed her work as an essayist and meaning-making on the page. She gives us an inside look at her writing process, including several techniques she's used study the craft of writing as well as the importance of feedback. I begin by reading her bio as we sat down to talk, so you'll get the official info at the start. Today, enjoy getting to know and learn from Patrice Gopo (and check out multiple resources below). Patrice Gopo's essays have appeared in a variety of literary journals and other publications, including Gulf Coast, Full Grown People, Creative Nonfiction, and online in The New York Times and The Washington Post. She is the recipient of a North Carolina Arts Council Literature Fellowship, and her work has been nominated for a Pushcart Prize. She is the author of All the Colors We Will See, an essay collection about race, immigration, and belonging. Her book is a Fall 2018 Barnes & Noble Discover Great New Writers selection. Resources: Patrice's Writing Resources: to help you develop as a writer - recommended classes, conferences, coaches and editors, craft books, and community Sign up for her newsletter and receive an essay from the book along with the discussion guide: https://www.patricegopo.com/subscribe/ Patrice's website: patricegopo.com Patrice on Twitter: @patricegopo Patrice on Instagram: @patricegopo Patrice on Facebook: @patricegopowrites All the Colors We Will See, by Patrice Gopo [affiliate link, which means I will receive a small compensation at no charge to you if you click through to check it out and purchase] All the Places We Call Home, Patrice's debut children's book (releases June 2022) [affiliate link] Ann's Patreon account All podcast episodes You can subscribe to this podcast using your podcast player or find it through Apple podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify. Have you grabbed the free mini-course? Make Your Sentences Sing: 7 Sentence Openers to Add Music to Your Prose Go to annkroeker.com/sentenceopeners to learn more and to enroll for free. If it looks interesting, you can dive right in.

At Breathe Christian Writers Conference, held October 12 and 13, 2018, I interviewed three authors who served on the speaking team. We discussed all things writing, like their writing challenges, their writing process, and their advice for writers. All for you. I’m sharing these conversations with you, mixing them in with my standard short solo episodes. You heard from Shawn Smucker in episode 171. Today, I bring you the second interview: a conversation with Patrice Gopo. We discussed her work as an essayist and meaning-making on the page. She gives us an inside look at her writing process, including several techniques she’s used study the craft of writing as well as the importance of feedback. I begin by reading her bio as we sat down to talk, so you’ll get the official info at the start. Today, enjoy getting to know and learn from Patrice Gopo (and check out multiple resources below). Patrice Gopo’s essays have appeared in a variety of literary journals and other publications, including Gulf Coast, Full Grown People, Creative Nonfiction, and online in The New York Times and The Washington Post. She is the recipient of a North Carolina Arts Council Literature Fellowship, and her work has been nominated for a Pushcart Prize. She is the author of All the Colors We Will See, an essay collection about race, immigration, and belonging. Her book is a Fall 2018 Barnes & Noble Discover Great New Writers selection. Resources: Patrice's Writing Resources: to help you develop as a writer - recommended classes, conferences, coaches and editors, craft books, and community Sign up for her newsletter and receive an essay from the book along with the discussion guide: https://www.patricegopo.com/subscribe/ Patrice's website: patricegopo.com Patrice on Twitter: @patricegopo Patrice on Instagram: @patricegopo Patrice on Facebook: @patricegopowrites All the Colors We Will See, by Patrice Gopo [affiliate link, which means I will receive a small compensation at no charge to you if you click through to check it out and purchase] Ann's Patreon account All podcast episodes You can subscribe to this podcast using your podcast player or find it through Apple podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify. Have you grabbed the free mini-course? Make Your Sentences Sing: 7 Sentence Openers to Add Music to Your Prose Go to annkroeker.com/sentenceopeners to learn more and to enroll for free. If it looks interesting, you can dive right in.

In this episode Lisa & Sarah discuss their favourite books and podcasts about: *writing craft *writing life *business *mindset *inspiration *support

Danann Hawes, Sephera Giron and Monica S. Kuebler tackle the thorny issues of plagiarism and copyright in this round-table discussion that seeks to demystify the legal issues surrounding borrowing text and ideas from other creators, with a particular eye to the horror genre and the various scandals it's endured.

There's a reason why the speculative fiction genre has so much appeal -- it gives writers the opportunity to build worlds. Building worlds is probably one of the most addictive aspects of writing speculative fiction. The world can be similar to our own with nuanced changes, or completely dissimilar.  However, world-building can be quite tedious so how can a writer effectively create a world the reader can lose themselves in?  Join me for an in-depth discussion on how to world-build from the inside out with  Janeen Ippolito, author of Worldbuilding from the Inside Out as well as a reader, teacher, and editor. This is an invaluable tool for both newbie authors and seasoned authors. You can call in at 646-668-8485, press 1 to be live on air. Or, you can download Stitcher on your mobile device. Or, click on the link here: http://tobtr.com/8890339.   Tune in!

A few more writing tips that have worked for me this week: changing my writing workspace, digital fasting, planning time for social media, and figuring out a word count target for my writing. The Writing Tips Podcast Subscribe to the podcast: follow via email follow via itunes Mentioned in the show: Writing Resources from Joanna […]

A few more writing tips that have worked for me this week: changing my writing workspace, digital fasting, planning time for social media, and figuring out a word count target for my writing. The Writing Tips Podcast Subscribe to the podcast: follow via email follow via itunes Mentioned in the show: Writing Resources from Joanna […]

What can you possibly accomplish in 5 minutes to help strengthen your writing? More than you might think! What if you had 15, or 30, or 60 minutes? In this month's episode, Nik and Brittany suggest different Writing Center services you can use if you have 60, 30, 15, or only 5 minutes to spare. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    This one’s for the writers out there!  I’ve gathered some of the best tips and resources I know to help you in writing, publishing, and marketing your work, and I share them here with you, in the hopes that you’ll be able to glean something of value from them as I have.  As this is all about me recommending other people & things to you, I’m posting my show notes raw again, since all you really want are the links anyway. Thank you all for listening and showing your support!  I can’t wait to … Continue reading → The post Fun with Fiction 10 – Writing Resources for My Fellow Authors appeared first on Fun with Fiction.

In this episode (recorded live) I talk to Linda Bergmann who is the Director of the Purdue OWL. We learn all about what goes on behind the scenes at one of the best writing resources online. She also tells us how we can study just a little rhetoric to dramatically increase the impact of our written work.