Podcast Episodes
Back to Search“Are You Trying to Confuse Me?” The Power of Misdirection in Suspense and Thrillers
Episode 118
What Is Misdirection in Storytelling?
Suspense Thrives on Uncertainty.
Misdirection Creates Stronger Plot Twists.
The Brilliance of Misdirection.
5 months, 3 weeks ago
“LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOR” Embracing Author Partnerships
Episode 117
Breaking the Myth of Isolation, The Power of Shared Growth, Creativity Thrives in Collaboration, Building Lasting Friendships.
5 months, 4 weeks ago
“WHY DOES IT HAVE TO BE SO COMPLICATED?”
Episode 116
Language is meant to be a bridge, not a barrier. When authors pack their writing with jargon, overly academic terms, or long-winded phrases, they ris…
6 months ago
"AT YOUR SERVICE"
Episode 115
The PROS & CONS of Agents
6 months, 1 week ago
“NEED I SAY MORE?” Stand-Alone vs. Book Series: (The Secret Power of a Singular Story)
Episode 114
The Beauty of a Stand-Alone, The Hidden Superpower of Expandability, Or the Best of Both Worlds.
6 months, 2 weeks ago
"I'VE NEVER LIKED YOU!" Why Some Characters Are Unlikable (But Don't Ruin the Story)
Episode 113
The Purpose of Unlikable Characters: How they make the world feel real by adding depth, conflict, and purpose.
6 months, 3 weeks ago
"STEP RIGHT UP!" Why Authors Need Platforms
Episode 112
Author Platforms promote Visibility, Presence, and Influence.
7 months ago
“Giving Them Something to Talk About”
Episode 111
Why Book Reviews Are Essential for Authors:
Social Proof in Action
Amplified Visibility
Word of Mouth, Digitized
Valuable Feedback for Authors
7 months, 1 week ago
"PUT SOME RESPECT ON MY NAME"
Episode 110
The Importance of Copyright Registration, Library of Congress.
As an indie author, you might wear many hats — writer, editor, marketer, designer. B…
7 months, 2 weeks ago
“CONFLICT & CONFUSION” How the Right Balance Elevates a Story
Episode 109
Conflict creates tension. Confusion creates intrigue. When woven together with care, they elevate your story.
8 months ago