Podcast Episodes

"BAIT & SWITCH" When The Story Doesn't Live Up To The Book Cover

Episode 100

Book covers are powerful, but when they don’t match the story inside, they can lead to confusion, frustration, and even a book being unfairly judged. While covers are meant to sell books, they should…

Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago

“ANXIETY! “ Why Authors Experience Pre-Book Release Jitters

Episode 99

Writing a book is a long, often lonely process. Letting go of something that has been a constant presence in an author’s life can bring relief, excitement, and anxiety all at once. In today's episode…

Published on 8 months ago

“DON’T LEAVE ME HANGING!” Plot Lines Without a Definitive Ending

Episode 98

The Art of Ambiguity, When Open-Ended Becomes Infuriating, Abrupt Stops, Lack of Closure, Bait-and-Switch Endings.

Many readers expect some level of satisfaction from an ending. If the ambiguity feel…

Published on 8 months, 1 week ago

"I SAW THAT COMING!" When Predictable Plots Disappoint Readers

Episode 97

A great author knows how to strike a balance between familiarity and innovation. While specific storytelling structures are timeless, the best stories add new layers that keep them from feeling stale…

Published on 8 months, 2 weeks ago

'"SOLD!" How to Write Buyable Stories Your Readers Will Love

Episode 96

A buyable story isn’t just about making sales—it’s about crafting narratives that readers want to invest in, emotionally and financially. Write From Experience, Tap Into Universal Emotions, Details T…

Published on 8 months, 3 weeks ago

“YOU HAD ME AT HELLO!” How to Hook Your Readers From The Beginning Paragraphs

Episode 95

Remember, your beginning paragraphs aim to entice your readers to continue reading.  By using these strategies, Starting with a Bang, Posing Thought Provoking Questions, Painting Vivid Pictures, Offe…

Published on 9 months ago

"SURPRISE, SURPRISE!" How to Introduce New Characters Without Confusing Readers

Episode 94

New characters should feel like they belong in the world you’ve built. By foreshadowing their presence, weaving them into the story’s fabric, and ensuring they have a meaningful connection to what’s …

Published on 9 months, 1 week ago

'BE PATIENT WITH ME" The Beauty of Slow Burn Storylines

Episode 93

At their heart, slow-burn stories reflect real life. Most of our best experiences take time—building relationships, achieving our goals, or finding personal growth. These stories remind us that there…

Published on 9 months, 2 weeks ago

"AUTHOR BEHAVIOR" The Uniqueness of Writers

Episode 92

Today's Episode explores how The uniqueness of writers lies in their relentless pursuit of expression, deep connection to words, and unwavering commitment to storytelling. 

Published on 9 months, 3 weeks ago

“A VIBRANT THING” How to Infuse Your Story With Life & Visual Potency

Episode 91

A vibrant story isn’t just read—it’s experienced. You transform your writing into something that leaps off the page using vivid imagery, sensory details, movement, emotion, and rhythm.

Published on 10 months ago