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Back to Search#190. Novel Editing: 10 Steps to Editing Your First Draft
Episode 190
Congratulations! You've finished writing your first draft—an achievement that puts you ahead of countless aspiring writers who never make it past the…
1 year ago
#189. Student Spotlight: From First Draft to Published Novel at 72 With Cheryl Arko
Episode 189
Discover how a 72-year-old data scientist overcame perfectionism to publish her debut science fiction novel after decades of dreaming about it.
Are yo…
1 year ago
#188. 5 Mindset Hacks to Help You Finish Your First Draft
Episode 188
Five book coaches reveal their most powerful mindset hacks to help you crush self-doubt, overcome perfectionism, and finally finish your first draft—…
1 year ago
#187. How To Write An Unforgettable Plot Twist In Your Novel With Samantha Skal
Episode 187
Master the art of the jaw-dropping plot twist and transform your readers from passive page-turners into gasping, can't-put-it-down fans.
Ever gasped o…
1 year ago
#186. First Draft Roadmap: 10 Steps to Writing A Novel For Beginners
Episode 186
Writing your first novel is a journey unlike any other—equal parts exhilarating, frustrating, magical, and challenging. But here's what you need to k…
1 year ago
#185. Student Spotlight: How Angela Haas Published TWO Books In 6 Months
Episode 185
Curious about writing books in more than one genre? Angela Haas shares a behind-the-scenes look at writing science fiction and romantic comedy!
In tod…
1 year, 1 month ago
#184. 3 Must-Know Tips For Writing A Novel With Dual Timelines
Episode 184
“I want to write a dual timeline novel, but I’m struggling to weave the storylines together. Help!” 👈 This is something I hear from writers all the t…
1 year, 1 month ago
#183. From Screenwriter to Award-Winning Memoirist: Michael Jamin's Indie Publishing Journey
Episode 183
Curious about what it’s like to make the switch from writing for TV to writing books? Or maybe you want to learn writing tips from a screenwriter wit…
1 year, 1 month ago
#182. Writing Romantasy: How to Balance Fantasy Elements and Romance in Your Novel
Episode 182
Calling all Romantasy (and Fantasy) authors! Tune in to learn how to write a Romantasy novel that perfectly blends fantasy elements with romance.
Whet…
1 year, 1 month ago
#181. First Chapter Analysis: House Of Earth And Blood by Sarah J. Maas
Episode 181
Romantasy and Fantasy authors! Tune in to learn how the opening pages of House of Earth and Blood hooks readers and pulls them into the rest of the s…
1 year, 2 months ago