Podcast Episodes
Back to Search“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 …
1 year, 3 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 ens…
1 year, 4 months 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 p…
1 year, 4 months 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 commi…
1 year, 4 months 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 deta…
1 year, 4 months ago
"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 emphas…
1 year, 5 months 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 persp…
1 year, 5 months 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 ta…
1 year, 5 months 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…
1 year, 5 months 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…
1 year, 6 months ago