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Today we are talking about the literary conflict known as character versus self. Free Style Sheet TemplatesFree Writing TipsMusic licensed from Storyblocks
Whether or not you seek to avoid conflict in real life, avoiding conflict in your writing will make for a boring book. For the first half of this season we are covering conflict as a literary device and taking a close look at the seven differen
I discuss the new format for the show moving forward and how I talk myself out of having imposter syndrome.Free Style Sheet TemplatesFree Writing TipsMusic licensed from Storyblocks
Thank you to everyone who filled out the Listener Feedback Survey. I am in the process of reviewing and revising the show’s format accordingly, but there is still a little bit of time to complete our survey and tell me what to do. Check the sho
Today we are wrapping up our series on how to write better than AI and insisting on our cup of stars. Please remember to fill out the Writing Break survey. The feedback we're receiving is changing the format of the show. Thank you!Association o
We have a Listener Feedback Survey for you today in addition to our usual publishing news and writing tips. We appreciate you taking a minute to complete the survey.Writing Break Listener Feedback Survey - Please complete this survey.Bloomberg
It’s break time, writers. We have a lot of publishing news to get through today, and we’re continuing with our four-part series on how to write better than AI.10 Things Author-Publishers Should Know About Amazon AdvantageAI book publishing plat
Since the release of ChatGPT, the number of freelance writing jobs is shrinking. Can writers even compete? I hope so, which is why today we are beginning a four-part series that will highlight several writing techniques that elevate any work, b
Today we are looking at innovations in book publishing and discussing subtitles. The Writing Break cafe is open, and we have a lot of publishing news to get through today, so let’s grab a drink and a snack before settling in at our usual table.
As an editor, my authors’ late-night, semi-coherent correspondence, choppy first drafts, and deepest darkest secrets die with me. However, today I am sharing an email exchange between an author and myself, with the author’s permission, of cours
In this episode, we are discussing book awards, book marketing, and the bit of writing advice Neil Gaiman gave out this week.Science fiction authors were excluded from awards for fear of offending ChinaAuthor J.D Barker Apologizes, Dropped by A
Tune in for wall-to-wall writing and publishing tips for authors.Start Here: How to Write a Book Proposal + Book Proposal Template | Jane FriedmanFree Style Sheet TemplatesFree Writing TipsMusic licensed from Storyblocks
In the last episode we discussed what makes a good opening line in fiction, and in this episode we’re doing the same with nonfiction, some of which overlaps with fiction. I also share some examples of good opening lines from nonfiction.Fit for
This week we begin a two-part series on writing memorable opening lines. Today we’re discussing fiction, and in the next episode we’ll be covering nonfiction. Hay Festival Cartagena 2024Ábaco, Cartagena, Colombia - Featured BookstorePublic Doma
This final episode for 2023 is a short one but a juicy one. We are looking at corporations behaving badly, authors behaving badly, and readers behaving well. Because we know readers can do no wrong. Cait Corrain Goodreads Controversy ExplainedA
In this holiday episode I share new book trends on Amazon, new publishing awards, and the latest publishing news. First Year in Estonia Kindle Edition by Pynchon Woo - Featured AuthorRüütel & Matilda, Tallinn, Estonia - Featured BookstoreThe
We are continuing our foreshadowing discussion today, and I might say something about genres that you will not like.Depot Café and Bookstore, Mill Valley, CA - Featured BookstoreSalt by Liz Shipton (Adult Version) - Featured AuthorSalt Paperbac
We are beginning our discussion on foreshadowing today, in both fiction and nonfiction. Amazon Sues Publishing FraudstersThe 'Wall Street Journal' Drops Its Bestseller ListsFree Style Sheet TemplatesFree Writing TipsMusic licensed from Storyblo
Happy Halloween. In this episode, we’re talking about book proposals, how much writers make, and other such spooky things. The Ghost of Lilly Pilly Creek by Abbie L. Martin - Featured AuthorHutchinson Public Library, Hutchinson, Kansas - Featur
Let's review some of this season's publishing tips.Free Style Sheet TemplatesFree Writing TipsMusic licensed from Storyblocks:“More Jam Please” by Raighes Factory
Today we are catching up on quite a bit of publishing news, including the new Amazon upload limits and book category changes. I’m also sharing what I think is the most important thing to do while marketing your book. These 183,000 Books Are Fue
Today we are talking about what wholesale discounts mean for authors, free audiobooks from Spotify, Amazon’s new policy regarding AI-generated books, and a bit more. Autumn’s Game by Mary Stone - Featured AuthorThe Montague Bookmill, Montague,
In this episode, we’re talking about a predatory publisher. We’re also discussing the difference between a good editor, a great editor, and your ideal editor.U.S. Book Show: B&N CEO Says Chain Is in Midst of Significant ChangeMembership - The A
Today I’m taking my own advice, plus we’re working on building your publishing team. We’re also learning of a good reason to make sure your print books are also available as ebooks.Pan Bookstore & Cafe, Izmir, Turkey - Featured BookstoreThe Izm
Today we are talking about new imprints, working with beta readers and editors, and hiding your expertise. Hiring - Editorial Freelancers AssociationMarilynne Bradley - Featured Author & IllustratorThe Novel Neighbor, St. Louis, Missouri - Feat
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