Bedste Novel Writing-podcasts (2025)

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Make Your Writing Unputdownable Through Interiority | Episode 41 14:36

1d ago14:36

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Is your writing polished but still not hitting with the emotional punch you want? Do your scenes look great on the surface… but readers don’t lean in, don’t feel connected, and don’t feel compelled to turn the page? You’re not alone. I’ve read thousands of opening pages from talented writers who have gorgeous prose, solid craft, and thoughtful worl…

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Episode 193 - Plotting: go big or go home. 26:43

6d ago26:43

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Fiction's job is to entertain. A main way to entertain is to be bold with our plot. Here are thoughts on how to avoid the dull in our plot and how to create a story that keeps readers turning the pages. Also, how to invent strong metaphors and similes. And avoiding overly-precious, self-conscious writing. Support the show…

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Falling behind? Here's a pep talk for you! 8:02

7d ago8:02

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There are only 4 days left... and things might be looking pretty grim. But THERE IS STILL TIME. Our resident come-back queen, Liz Leo, recorded a special espiode today for everyone who needs a gently nudge in the right direction, or perhaps a swift kick in the pants. Take a moment to listen to her empassioned pep talk, and then get back to work! <3…

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Episode 192 - Plotting: the importance of conflict, crisis, resolution. 25:11

13d ago25:11

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In fiction in all genres only trouble is interesting. How do we writers use trouble in our story? Here are thoughts on how we can plot using conflict, crisis, and resolution, a technique important for all genres. Also, should we use beta readers? And the add-a-quirk technique. Support the showAf James Thayer

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Writing as a Business: Self-Publishing Like a Pro (with Alexa Bigwarfe) | Episode 40 1:03:59

16d ago1:03:59

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Self-publishing can feel overwhelming, confusing, and expensive… but it doesn’t have to stay that way. In this episode, I sit down with publisher, book coach, and summit host Alexa Bigwarfe (founder and CEO of Write|Publish|Sell and the Women in Publishing Summit) to break down your publishing options and demystify what it really takes to self-publ…

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Episode 191 - Do we know enough to write the first sentence? 24:35

20d ago24:35

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When do we know enough writing techniques to start our novel? And when is the story ready to be written? I'll try to answer both questions. Also, how do great writers describe a character's appearance in ways that reveal the character's past and personality? Here's how masterful writers do it. Support the show…

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When the shine wears off and you still have 45,000 words to go 23:47

21d ago23:47

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Okay I'll admit, this episode was supposed to go out a week ago. So pretend every time we talk about the 5k slump, we're actually talking about the... 15k slump. Either way, being in a writing slump can be tricky, especially when you're starting to realize things aren't working quite as well as you envisioned it and there's so, so many words left t…

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Episode 190 - The right way to leave red herrings. 27:10

27d ago27:10

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Red herrings--false clues--are used in most all stories in all genres. Here are the right and wrong ways to insert red herrings into our stories. Also, here's how we can show--reveal--much about a character by describing a setting. Support the showAf James Thayer

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How to stay focused and block out immediate distractions while writing 18:38

1M ago18:38

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November is here! Are you ready? Too bad, we all have to start writing anyway! In today's episode, your hosts Kristina and Liz discuss how to buckle down and get words written, despite the many distractions out there vying for your attention. HAPPY NANOWRIMO, ALL! Best of luck on your stories! Send us a text Support the show Enjoy the show? Like th…

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Episode 189 - Start as close to the end as possible. 25:07

1M ago25:07

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Kurt Vonnegut said we should "Start as close to the end as possible." What did he mean? How can we do so? Here are thoughts on this famous piece of advice from a legendary novelist. Also, avoiding the word "not" to give our sentences more energy. And Orson Scott Card on creativity. Support the showAf James Thayer

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100% Writer-approved novel outlining MAD LIBS! 21:24

1M ago21:24

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There are only 3 days until NaNoWriMo begins! If you're scrambling like we are, we've got a tool that might help: MAD LIBS! All joking aside - in today's episode, your hosts Kristina and Liz realize the silly outlining mad lib they created is shockingly useful, and might have just helped them stumble upon Liz's next great American novel concept. Tr…

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Episode 188 - How to make our writing fun. 29:15

1M ago29:15

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Is your writing time becoming a grind? If so, here are some things that may reduce the grind and maybe even make writing fun. Also, here are thoughts on how we might write a sentence that is a timeless truth told in lovely language, an immortal sentence that will live forever. Support the showAf James Thayer

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Slow burn romance: why we love it 24:08

1M ago24:08

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What exactly makes a romance "slow burn", and why is it having such a moment right now? What makes this trope so appealing? How can you raise the tension and add delicious slow burn romance to your own writing without it feeling like things are dragging? In today's episode, your hosts Liz and Kristina discuss the craft of writing slow burn romance,…

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Brain-Friendly Writing Strategies for Writers with ADHD (with Nicole Bross) | Episode 39 49:43

1M ago49:43

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Writing with ADHD can feel like chaos — but it doesn’t have to. In this episode, I sit down with book coach and author Nicole Bross to explore brain-friendly strategies that help neurodiverse writers focus, follow through, and finally finish their drafts. You’ll learn how to design a writing process that fits your brain instead of fighting against …

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Episode 187 - Giving readers what they want. 28:46

2M ago28:46

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We writers should consider giving readers what they want. Well, what do they want? Here is a discussion of the five things readers want in a novel. Also: the dual timeline plot structure. And F. Scott Fitzgerald's seven tips on writing. Support the showAf James Thayer

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Interview with our Discord mods (and the creators of Rough Draft Month)! 43:12

2M ago43:12

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Not only are today's guests Sara and Lucie two of the amazing minds behind the Rough Draft Month challenge, but they're also our Discord mods! Join us in today's episode as we talk writing, how these two came to be our moderators, and what it's like behind the scenes over at Rough Draft Month! This might be one of our favorite episodes yet. Send us…

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Episode 186 - Showing--not telling--what a character is thinking. 26:41

2M ago26:41

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Thoughts are interior, in our minds. But there are ways to show--to give evidence--that reveal to the reader what our character is thinking. Also, here is an important ingredient that many writers forget when describing a character. Support the showAf James Thayer

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What is NaNo 2.0??? 8:39

2M ago8:39

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Liz is off cruising the Mediterranean, so this week you get ~ solo Kristina ~ talking about a new website making the rounds that we may have had a hand in... NaNo2.org is a community-focused hub for all things NaNoWriMo, created entirely by community volunteers and former staff who left the org way before it started going downhill. The goal is to p…

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4 Types of Writing Feedback Every Author Must Understand | Episode 38 12:43

2M ago12:43

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Feedback can transform your writing — or completely derail your confidence — depending on how you understand it. In this episode, Heather breaks down the four types of writing feedback every author needs to know (and only one that truly helps you improve). You’ll learn how to tell the difference between feedback that leaves you spinning your wheels…

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Episode 185 - The keys to musical writing. 24:15

2M ago24:15

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The three most important words in our fiction are, "Story, story, story." But we can also shoot for lovely, musical language that makes each sentence and paragraph a pleasure to read. Here are thoughts on how to add music to our sentences. Support the showAf James Thayer

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Writing Confessions (Featuring listener participation by YOU!) 20:49

2M ago20:49

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What's your deepest, darkest writing secret? 👀 This week, your hosts Kristina and Liz tell all, including anonymous submissions from our listeners. Thank you to everyone who shared a writing confession with us... your secret is safe with the Write Your Damn Novel community! Send us a text Support the show Enjoy the show? Like this episode, give a t…

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Seth Ring on Dictating Your Books 45:54

2M ago45:54

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Seth Ring, a prolific fantasy and litRPG author, shares his process for dictating 10-12 books a year. Since backlist is key for the successful indie author, the faster you can build your backlist, the sooner your career will take off. Seth describes what it takes to go from typing to dictating and what to expect if you've never dictated before. Set…

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Episode 184 - Skipping the dull stuff in our plot. 26:30

2M ago26:30

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In his famous ten rules of writing, Elmore Leonard says that we shouldn't write things readers tend to skip. What are those things? How can we avoid writing them? Also, should our story have theme and, if so, how can we present it? Support the showAf James Thayer

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The 4 Non-Negotiable Writing Foundations Every Novel Needs | Episode 37 18:28

2M ago18:28

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Is your story built on a rock-solid foundation—or is it wobbling under the weight of weak structure, thin characters, or unclear purpose? In this episode of Speculative Fiction Made Simple, I break down the four essential elements every novel must have to truly resonate with readers, hook agents, and stand out in today’s crowded market. 💡 Spoiler: …

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The 10k Day: Can you do it? Should you? 20:05

2M ago20:05

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To some, the idea of writing 10,000 words in a day is a wild fantasy they may only dream of; to others, it's a standard part of NaNoWriMo. What does it really take to write this many words in such a short period of time? Why is it easier for some folks than others? In today's episode, your hosts Kristina and Liz talk about how to prepare for a 10k …

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Killer Organic Marketing, with Z.S. Diamanti 43:20

2M ago43:20

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Indie author ZS Diamanti (Zac) shares his journey with organic marketing through social media, his newsletter, and using the momentum from his readers to run successful Kickstarters. Whether you're an old hat author or a brand new writer, Zac's advice will resonate with you. You can find Zac online at FreeFantasyFiction.com Link to unboxing video: …

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Episode 183 - A key to making our sentences forceful. 27:35

3M ago27:35

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What do Ernest Hemingway, Cormac McCarthy, and Elmore Leonard have in common? Powerful stories, yes. But also lean and forceful sentences. Here's how they do it. Also: in our plotting,what's an acceptable coincidence and what's a weak, story-ruining coincidence? Support the showAf James Thayer

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Kristina's 20th novel but mostly KPop Demon Hunters 20:19

3M ago20:19

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It's time for an update with your hosts! In today's episode, we talk about what we've been working on since last season, what we might do for this year's novel, and then basically decide to turn this podcast into a KPop Demon Hunters show. Also, Kristina is hitting an important milestone this year, so we miiiight have something special planned. Sen…

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Case Study: Age of Scorpius, by Audra Winter 13:48

3M ago13:48

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TikTok sensation Age of Scorpius by Audra Winter absolutely tanked upon release despite accumulating 7,000 pre-orders. So what happened? Today's episode is a case study on what Audra did right, what she did wrong, and what lessons we as writers can learn from this still-unfolding saga. Disclaimer: this episode is NOT for Audra, her friends, family,…

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Episode 182 - Things to think about as we write the end of our story. 23:48

3M ago23:48

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After months and month if writing, we'll near the end of our story. Our novel is almost finished. Here are things we should consider as we wrap up our story. Also, for many of us editing our own story isn't as fun as writing. Here are thoughts on how we can make sure we edit enough, and how we know when to quit editing. Support the show…

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Catching up with Write Your Damn Novel! 12:15

3M ago12:15

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Hey everyone! Your hosts Kristina and Liz are back for SEASON 7 of Write Your Damn Novel, and we're so excited to jump in with ya'll for 2025. In this first episode, let's talk about the elephant in the room: the fact that NaNoWriMo as a non-profit organization is, uh... gone. What does that mean for this year? How do we feel about this? And most i…

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Protecting Your Copyright, with Samantha Bradshaw 38:58

3M ago38:58

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AI is the hot-button topic for authors nowadays. Lawyer Samantha Bradshaw discusses how authors can protect their work in the age of AI, especially now that large language models (LLMs) have been given the legal go-ahead to train on copyrighted work. If you have AI concerns, this episode is for you. Court case mentioned in this episode: JURISTnews:…

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Episode 181 - A critical difference between scene and summary. 26:11

3M ago26:11

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Why should almost all of our story be scenes rather than summaries? Here's how we can avoid summaries and instead write moment-by-moment real-time scenes in our fiction. Also: here are perhaps the most beautiful sentences ever written in fiction. Support the showAf James Thayer

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What the Heck are Tropes? 11:31

3M ago11:31

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What are tropes? Do we need them, and if so, how do we use them? Tropes are popular in marketing books right now, but the reality is we all use tropes in our writing whether we realize it or not. Listen in for an overview of tropes, whether you need to use them intentionally in your writing, how to use them in marketing, and what to avoid. I also l…

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Episode 180 - The critical distance between the reader and the action. 27:02

3M ago27:02

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The reader is like a camera as the scene unfolds. Where should that camera be? How far away from the characters and the action? Here are thoughts on authorial distance, about the benefits of placing the camera--the reader--near or far. Plus, how Charlotte Bronte worked. Support the showAf James Thayer

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Amy Lynn McConahy on Clean Fiction Magazine 11:10

3M ago11:10

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Ever thought of submitting your novel to a review magazine? Clean Fiction Magazine reviews both Christian and secular novels for free! Check out this interview with Amy Lynn McConahy, author and publisher of Clean Fiction Magazine. Send us a text What to do next… Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate Link Take the 60 …

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Episode 179 - The critical writing techniques all in one episode. 27:15

3M ago27:15

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Here are the most important fiction writing techniques boiled down to twenty-five minutes. I've talked about all these elements in prior episodes but sometimes it's useful to hear things again. This episode is a refresher. Support the showAf James Thayer

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Common Mistakes When Naming Characters 6:24

4M ago6:24

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Are you falling into any of these common mistakes with naming characters? From too many names starting with the same letter, to your MC "Bob Smith" accidentally becoming an NPC, this episode will help you identify whether you need to change up some character names. Send us a text What to do next… Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sa…

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Episode 178 - How to make readers laugh. 27:34

4M ago27:34

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We may be writing a comic novel or we may want to add humor to our thriller or romance or horror or literary novel. Humor adds a strong element to most any story. Joe Pesci as Tommy DeVito in Goodfellas: “Funny how? I mean, funny like I'm a clown? I amuse you? I make you laugh?" Well, yeah. Let's see how we can make readers laugh. Support the show…

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Debunking Harmful Writing Myths With Lisa Cron | Episode 36 58:52

4M ago58:52

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👉 Click here to grab your free ticket to the WorldShift: Speculative Fiction Writers’ Summit and hear Lisa Cron’s summit presentation—plus 30+ other craft-deep sessions from top speculative fiction coaches, authors, and industry pros. Most of what you’ve been taught about writing is wrong. At least, that’s what bestselling author and story coach Li…

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Collin Smith on Reputable Freelancers 17:44

4M ago17:44

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How do authors find reputable freelancers? We've all heard the horror stories (or experienced them ourselves) about being ripped off or ghosted, the work not being acceptable, or that the "freelancer" fabricated their qualifications. Fortunately, it IS possible to find (and verify) reputable freelancers. Collin Smith, a freelance graphic designer f…

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Episode 177 - The description double duty technique. 27:37

4M ago27:37

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Good descriptions of characters should do double duty: they can let the reader know what the character looks like and the description can also suggest something about the character's personality. Here are examples and thoughts on double duty descriptions. Also, how Alice Walker works. Support the show…

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Lessons from the Realm Makers Conference 4:53

4M ago4:53

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These are the top 4 lessons I learned going to the Realm Makers Conference in July 2025. Realm Makers is a conference and community for Christian Speculative Fiction writers which has been going for more than ten years. Learn more about Realm Makers at https://www.realmmakers.com/ Send us a text What to do next… Sell your eBooks direct with Curios …

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Episode 176 - Inventing a fabulous title. 24:47

4M ago24:47

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The title is the book browser's first impression of our novel. The title should tempt the browser to pick up and open the book. Here are thoughts on how we can give our story a strong, enticing title. Also, how do famous authors edit their own manuscripts? Maybe we can learn from them the best way to self-edit our stories. Support the show…

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Writing An Identity Not Your Own With Alex Temblador | Episode 35 1:06:41

4M ago1:06:41

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👉 Click here to grab your free ticket to the WorldShift: Speculative Fiction Writers’ Summit and hear Alex Temblador’s summit presentation—plus 30+ other craft-deep sessions from top speculative fiction coaches, authors, and industry pros. Worried you’ll get it wrong when writing a character whose identity isn’t your own—and that you’ll hurt someon…

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Why You Should Start an Author Newsletter Now 3:36

4M ago3:36

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What's the deal with author newsletters? Do you really need one before you release your book? The answer is ABSOLUTELY YES. Author newsletters are data-backed as the number 1 way to reach your audience. Listen in for 3 major reasons to start your author newsletter today, even if you only email once a month. Send us a text What to do next… Sell your…

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Episode 175 - Writing funny dialogue. 25:48

4M ago25:48

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We can write dialogue that makes readers laugh. Here are thoughts on creating funny conversations between our characters. Plus, we don't need to have our character look into a mirror to describe herself, which has been done time and again. Here are ways to avoid the mirror. Support the showAf James Thayer

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Self Publishing Options: Direct vs. Indirect Sales 7:17

5M ago7:17

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What are the self-publishing options available to indie authors? This is the third and last of three episodes unpacking the variety of ways authors can set themselves up for success with indie publishing. This episode dives into the differences between direct and indirect sales. Your author business will ultimately consist of a system that integrat…

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Episode 174 - How to ruin our story's first sentences. 25:36

5M ago25:36

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A story's first sentence should make the reader ask, "What's next?" They should propel the reader into the story. Here's how to do it right and how to do it wrongly. Also, three master writers show us how to describe a setting. Support the showAf James Thayer

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Self Publishing Options: eBook & Digital 8:37

5M ago8:37

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What are the self-publishing options available to indie authors? This is the second of three episodes unpacking the variety of ways authors can set themselves up for success with indie publishing. This episode dives into the eBook and digital delivery platforms of Amazon, IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, Lulu, Curios, and BookFunnel. Send us a text What…

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