Podcast Episodes
Back to Search"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.
1 year, 6 months 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…
1 year, 6 months 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…
1 year, 6 months 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, emb…
1 year, 7 months 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 twist…
1 year, 7 months ago
"IMPERSONAL IMPERSONATIONS"
Episode 80
While AI narration has certainly come far, it still falls into “impersonal impersonations” that can’t yet rival the nuanced emotional connection offe…
1 year, 7 months ago
“PERSPECTIVE/OBJECTIVE” How to Write Authentic Female and Male Points of View in Fiction
Episode 79
Writing from different gender perspectives is about finding the balance between authenticity and individuality. Authors can write male and female per…
1 year, 8 months ago
“THE FIX” Why Reading is the Perfect Guilty Pleasure for Writers & Readers
Episode 78
Reading is often viewed as a self-indulgent pastime, but it’s a treasure trove of growth, creativity, and inspiration. It’s time to cast aside any li…
1 year, 8 months ago
'THE MATH AIN'T MATHING" When Royalty Payments Aren't What You Expected (How To Fix the Issue)
Episode 77
Accurate and timely royalty payments are essential for sustaining a livelihood in content creation. By understanding the common issues that can lead …
1 year, 8 months ago
"LIKE A KEY TO A LOCK" Book Keywords & Why They Work
Episode 76
Book keywords are like hidden keys waiting to unlock the full potential of your work. By choosing them thoughtfully, you can connect with readers eag…
1 year, 8 months ago