Podcast Episodes

"HOLD ON, WAIT A MINUTE!" The Power of Teachable Moments

Episode 90

Today's episode discusses the concept of teachable moments, highlighting how reading books can lead to spontaneous wisdom in conversations. It emphasizes that our brains store and recall information …

Published on 10 months, 1 week ago

"I AGREE TO DISAGREE" Writing and Reading Opinions

Episode 89

Encountering writing that challenges your views, and why agreeing to disagree is okay. You can honor the writer’s skill while holding onto your perspective—and that’s the beauty of writing and readin…

Published on 10 months, 2 weeks ago

"I'M NOT PASSIVE YOU ARE" The Importance of Present instead of Passive in Writing

Episode 88

Writing is a conversation with your reader; no one wants to listen to someone who sounds passive or disengaged. By embracing the active voice, you take control of your narrative, keep readers hooked,…

Published on 10 months, 2 weeks ago

"YOU'RE IN MY SPACE"

Episode 87

How To Prevent “Head Hopping” When Writing Dialogue

Remember: “YOU’RE IN MY SPACE” is not just a guideline for writing—it’s a reminder to respect the emotional and narrative boundaries that keep read…

Published on 10 months, 3 weeks ago

"IMPRESS-ABLE" How Authors Influence Other Authors

Episode 86

Being “IMPRESS-ABLE” is not a sign of weakness or lack of originality but of a writer’s ability to learn and grow from others. Every story written is, in some way, a product of past influences—proof …

Published on 11 months ago

"SAY LESS" How Not to Lose Your Readers by Using Unnecessary Words

Episode 85

By saying less, you say more. Your words carry weight, your ideas shine through, and your readers stay engaged from start to finish.

Published on 11 months, 1 week ago

“WHAT THE#%.?!!’”

Episode 84

Creating a Manuscript with Style and Structure: Mastering punctuation and the building blocks of language—adjectives, verbs, nouns, and interjections and how they will elevate your manuscript from a …

Published on 11 months, 3 weeks ago

"IT'S GIVING...."

Episode 83

When someone says, “It’s giving…” about a story, they recognize its ability to entertain, engage, and evoke emotions. A compelling story doesn’t just meet expectations—it exceeds them, leaving audien…

Published on 1 year ago

"CHECKMATE" The Checklist for a Completed Book Manuscript

Episode 82

Completing a book manuscript is no small feat, but with CHECKMATE, you have a clear checklist to guide you every step of the way. Take your time, embrace feedback, and celebrate every milestone. Your…

Published on 1 year ago

"TWISTED" Writing Plot Twists

Episode 81

TWISTED: A Framework for Writing Perfect Plot Twists

Crafting a perfect plot twist is challenging, but using the TWISTED framework ensures your twists are impactful, surprising, and satisfying. By te…

Published on 1 year ago