052T – 10 Things You Need to Know Before You Start Self-Publishing, Part 1
Many people believe that you need to commit to your publishing path before you even fully understand your options. They want you to choose traditional…
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051E – What’s Your Kryptonite?
For several mornings in a row, I woke up with the song “Kryptonite” by 3 Doors Down playing in my head. It’s a good song,…
050I – Become a Story Genius: An Interview with Lisa Cron
In addition to teaching writing in the UCLA Extension writing program, Lisa Cron is the author of both Wired for Story and Story Genius. She…
049T – Sticky Note Organization
I love using sticky notes to get and stay organized in my writing. They work great for both fiction and nonfiction! You can use a…
048E – Commitment First: Choose to be True Despite Challenges
We have a lot of freedom in life, no matter who we are. Arguably, our greatest freedom is choosing who will we be. No matter…
047I – Why Writers Need Visual Content: An Interview with Elena Dillon
YA Author Elena Dillon is the queen of helping confused and terrified writers learn to do things they didn’t think they could! Her website, Confused…
046T – Writing on a Trip
I’ve moved a lot over the last 25 years, and taken even more trips. Whether it’s an overseas move or a weekend getaway, I’ve had…
045E – What Writers Can Learn From the Easter Story
Since this episode is coming out on Easter, I thought it would be fun to look at what the Easter Story – and the story…
044I – Return to Writing in a Kindle World: An Interview with Louella Nelson
Bestselling author Louella Nelson is a novelist, editor, and writing teacher. After the death of her mother, Louella found it difficult to write for nearly…
043T – Creating a Music Playlist
Lots of writers use a music playlist to either get them in the mood for the piece they’re working on, or to actually have playing…