Best Paul Cantor Podcasts (2025)

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331. Different Forms of Art: A Conversation with Michael DiMartino 24:57

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Send us a text Animator and author Michael DiMartino discusses his beginnings as a creator and the nuances of working within different art mediums in a special episode of Writing and Editing. ▬ Check out Michael's website: https://www.michaeldantedimartino.com/ Grab a copy of Both Here and Gone: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CW1JRPY7…

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330. A Marriage of Convenience with Christine Hill Suntz 26:37

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Send us a text The marriage of convenience trope is discussed, dissected, and broken down by author Christine Hill Suntz as this week's episode dives into why this trope is so beloved. ▬ Visit Christine's website: https://www.christinehillsuntz.com/ Check out her books: https://www.christinehillsuntz.com/writing https://www.tyndale.com/p/every-dead…

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329. Writing Fictional Moral Dilemmas with Lauren Stientsra 26:59

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Send us a text Author Lauren Stientsra discusses the nuances of moral dilemmas, why they're not always black and white, and how they can elevate your story ▬ Visit Lauren's website: https://www.laurenstienstra.com/ Grab a copy of her book: https://www.laurenstienstra.com/novels Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenstienstrawr…

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328. Writing About True Crime with Janice Cantore 21:19

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Send us a text Author and former police officer Janice Cantore discusses writing about cold cases, what media often gets wrong, and about the recent rise of the true crime genre. ▬ See Janice's website: https://www.janicecantore.com/ Learn more on Tydale's website and find copies of her books: https://mediacenter.tyndale.com/authors/janice-cantore/…

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327. Uncovering the Good Mother Myth with Nancy Reddy 27:06

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Send us a text Professor and poet Nancy Reddy discusses "the good mother myth," how that can negatively impact your writing, and how moving away from these kinds of fallacies can make your characters and story more dynamic. ▬ Visit Nancy's website: https://www.nancyreddy.com/ Find a copy of her books: https://www.nancyreddy.com/books Check out Nanc…

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326. How to Use Fiction to Explore Real Life with Paul Vecchiet 21:44

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Send us a text Veteran and author Paul Vecchiet discusses basing stories on real events, people and places, and how his book, The Disclosure Paradox, is a demonstration of fiction exploring real-life truths. ▬ Check out Paul's website and find his books: https://thedisclosureparadox.com/ Find Paul on social media: https://www.instagram.com/pvecchie…

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325. Overcoming Adversity with Jeff Heggie 27:19

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Send us a text Entrepreneur and success coach Jeff Heggie discusses how his book showcases adversity, gives advice on how to overcome it, how this can go beyond athletes. ▬ Visit Jeff's website and find a copy of Challenger Deep: https://www.jeffheggie.com/ Look through the free resources he offers: https://www.jeffheggie.com/resources--0fc4c Check…

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324. Blending Magical Realism and Contemporary with Angela Brown 25:51

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Send us a text Author Angela Brown discusses adding a touch of magical realism to contemporary fiction, the fine line of blending genres, and how she kept her story, Some Other Time, centered. ▬ Visit Angela's website: https://www.angelabrownbooks.com/bio Grab a copy of her books: https://www.angelabrownbooks.com/ Follow Angela on Instagram: https:…

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323. Making Science Accessible in Fiction with Sara Winokur 25:50

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Send us a text Author and geneticist Sara Winokur explains how to write science in a way that is digestible for readers while maintaining its integrity in your story. ▬ Check out Sara's website: https://www.sarawinokur.com/about-sara-winokur/ Grab some of her books: https://www.sarawinokur.com/books-by-sara-winokur/ Follow Sara on her Instagram: ht…

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322. How to Balance Sensitive Topics in Your Writing with Becca Kinzer 23:58

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Send us a text Author and nurse Becca Kinzer talks about her experience in writing heavy topics, gives tips on creating a light-hearted subplot, and discusses the necessity of incorporating these challenges into the romance genre. ▬ Check out Becca's website: https://www.beccakinzer.com/about Grab a copy of her books: https://www.beccakinzer.com/bo…

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321. How to Write Strong Female Characters with Shaylin Gandhi 23:49

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Send us a text Author Shaylin Gandhi discusses the nuances of strong female characters, how their stories have changed over time, and details how you can incorporate them into your own writing. ▬ Visit Shaylin's website: https://www.shaylingandhi.com/ Get a copy of her books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07NPVF2L5 Follow Shaylin on her soc…

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320. Enhancing Your Book's Packaging with Marrielle Myers 28:10

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Send us a text Author and educator Marrielle Myers talks about picture books, how she makes her packages stand out, and how you can also find success in your final product. ▬ Visit Marrielle's website and grab a copy of her book: https://www.marleelovesmath.com/ Check out her socials: https://www.instagram.com/marleelovesmath/ https://www.facebook.…

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319. Using Loss to Build Connections with Jessica Fein 29:30

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Send us a text Author and advocate Jessica Fein speaks about loss, using it to rebuild, and tips for how you can balance heavy topics in your manuscript. CW: Mentions of grief, loss of a child ▬ Visit Jessica's website: https://www.jessicafeinstories.com/ Get a copy of her book: https://www.jessicafeinstories.com/copy-of-book Check out Jessica on h…

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318. How Writing Can Be Part of Your Healing Journey with Francesca Lia Block 28:13

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Send us a text Author and educator Francesca Lia Block discusses how writing can be healing, the ways to channel the past into story, and why that means you should pursue your creative ideas. ▬ Visit Francesca's website: https://francescaliablock.com/ Get a copy of her books: https://francescaliablock.com/books Check out Francesca on her socials: h…

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317. Unmasking Hybrid Publishing with J.D. Barker 25:42

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Send us a text International bestselling author J.D. Barker talks about the different types of publishing, current industry trends, and why hybrid publishing is the path forward. ▬ Visit J.D.'s website: https://jdbarker.com/ Grab a copy of his books: https://jdbarker.com/books/ Follow J.D.'s socials: https://www.facebook.com/therealjdbarker https:/…

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316. Bringing Historical Fiction to Life with Samantha Greene Woodruff 26:33

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Send us a text Author Samantha Greene Woodruff discusses the stereotypes of the 1920s, how she navigated them in her writing, and how you can bring your own historical fiction to life. ▬ Check out Samantha's website and grab a copy of The Trade Off: https://www.samanthawoodruff.com/ Follow her socials: https://www.instagram.com/samgwoodruffauthor/ …

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315. Taking Your First Step as a Writer with Paula Whyman 23:56

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Send us a text Editor, author, and new plant enthusiast Paula Whyman discusses the first few steps of how to begin writing your story, including the highs, lows, and all her tips for in between. ▬ Check out Paula's website and grab a copy of Bad Naturalist: https://paulawhyman.com/ Subscribe to her newsletter: https://paulawhyman.com/bad-naturalist…

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314. Busting the Social Media Myth with Annie Sklaver Orenstein 24:51

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Send us a text Researcher and author Annie Sklaver Orenstein talks about her publishing journey, the urban legend of social media followings, and why you can still get published without them. ▬ Visit Annie's website and get a copy of her book: https://www.annieorenstein.com/ Follow her socials: https://www.instagram.com/anniesklaverorenstein/ https…

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313. Beyond the Hero's Journey with Stacey Simmons 24:40

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Send us a text Psychotherapist and author Stacey Simmons talks about hero's journey versus the queen's path, their impacts on modern-day literature, and which one you should be using in your story. ▬ Check out Stacey's website: https://staceysimmonsphd.com/ Grab a copy of her book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/775761/the-queens-path-by-…

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312. How I Became a Traditionally Published Author with Suja Sukumar 29:16

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Send us a text Author and physician Suja Sukumar talks about her experiences being traditionally published, what the journey entailed, and gives tips on how to do it yourself. ▬ Visit Suja's website: https://www.sujasukumar.com/ Grab a copy of her books: https://www.sujasukumar.com/books Follow Suja on her socials: https://www.instagram.com/sujawri…

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311. The Art of Subtext with Sue Mell 24:38

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Send us a text Award-winning author Sue Mell joins the podcast to discuss the how she has used subtext in her writing, why it's important, and how you can use it to further your story. ▬ Visit Sue's website: http://www.suemell.com/ Read her Substack: https://suemell.substack.com/ Follow Sue on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suemellwrites/…

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310. Using Your Own Platform to Sell Your Books with L.C. Son 26:45

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Send us a text Award-winning and bestselling author L.C. Son discusses using your own platform to sell your books versus Amazon, the pros and cons, and gives tips on how to make it work for you! ▬ Check out L.C.'s website: https://www.lcsonbooks.com Grab a copy of her books (directly from her!): https://www.lcsonbooks.com/my-books--short-stories.ht…

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309. Pace and Don't Race Your Story with Lola Reid Allin 25:43

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Send us a text Author and pilot Lola Reid Allin discusses writing the story of your life, how to and not to structure it, and the importance of pacing your novel. *Content Warning: Mentions of previous domestic violence. ▬ Check out Lola's website: https://www.lolareidallin.com/ Follow Lola on her socials: https://www.facebook.com/LolaReidAllin/ ht…

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308. Memoirs and the Principles You Should Know with Wendy Dale 26:51

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Send us a text Author and memoir writing teacher Wendy Dale discusses the important steps in writing a memoir, the exceptions to "show don't tell," and why you should beware of online tips. ▬ Visit Wendy's website: https://www.geniusmemoirwriting.com/ Check out her writings: https://www.wendydale.net/writings.html Follow Wendy on social media and h…

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307. Worldbuilding, Why You Should Do it, and How, with D.J. Williams 32:04

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Send us a text Author and producer D.J. Williams discusses worldbuilding, how he has implemented it into his books, and why you should put it in yours, as well as some additional tips for writers in this extended episode of Writing and Editing. ▬ Visit D.J.'s Website: https://www.djwilliamsbooks.com/ Find copies of D.J.'s newest book, Battle of Lio…

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306. Your Guide to Getting Your Books in Libraries with Eric Simmons 35:08

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Send us a text Author and ESE CEO Eric Simmons discusses the importance of getting your books into libraries, the steps to take in this pursuit, and tips on bettering your chances of getting sales in this special extended episode to kick off the new year! ▬ Get in contact with Eric and start your library journey today: Library Contacts “Database" L…

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305. How to Add Humor to Your Writing with C.J. Spataro 26:25

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Send us a text Author and professor C.J. Spataro discusses how to create a book that's funny, including how not to write characters, where the humor could be falling flat, and much more in a special bonus episode before the year is out! Happy Holidays! ▬ Visit C.J.'s website: https://www.cjspataro.com/ Grab a copy of her book and read her short fic…

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304. How to Write Historical Thrillers with Sarah Raughley 26:52

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Send us a text Author Sarah Raughley discusses all things historical thriller, from creating compelling narratives to keeping suspense, and just how historically accurate you should be. We also wanted to say congratulations to Sarah for being mentioned as one of People's Most Anticipated Books in 2025 by Becky Albertalli! Make sure to check out The…

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303. Writing With Honesty with Anna Moore 23:52

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Send us a text Author Anna Moore shares the importance of writing with honesty, what exactly that means, and how it can enhance your story. ▬ Check out Anna's website: https://www.annabmoore.com/ Grab a copy of her book: https://www.annabmoore.com/book/By Jennia D'Lima

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302. Experimental Prose in Memoir with Jennifer Lang 23:31

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Send us a text Author and yogi Jennifer Lang talks about experimental prose, how to use it in memoir, and why it gives you more freedom in telling your story. ▬ Jennifer Lang is a San Francisco Bay Area transplant in Tel Aviv. Last September, she celebrated her first book, Places We Left Behind: a memoir-in-miniature; in October 2024, she welcomed …

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301. How to Conduct Research for Your Historical Fiction with Leah Lindeman 26:16

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Send us a text Author and self-described historian Leah Lindeman discusses what to research, what resources to use, and what not to do when writing historical fiction. In honor of Leah's book, Redeemed From the Ashes, this episode has been uploaded on the 107th anniversary on the Halifax Explosion that took place on December 6, 1917. You can learn …

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300. How to Nourish Your Body for Productivity with Molly Lupo 21:48

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Send us a text Dr. Molly Lupo talks about the importance of nutrition, how it can vary based on our daily activities, and what you can begin doing to keep your energy up. ▬ Check out Molly's website: https://www.mollylupo.com/ Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmollylupo/By Jennia D'Lima

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299. What to Look for When Hiring a Cover Designer with Rachel Rosen 24:30

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Send us a text Author and cover designer Rachel Rosen discusses the importance of a good cover design, the dos and don'ts when it comes to covers, and the benefits of hiring a cover designer. ▬ Visit Rachel's website: http://rachelrosen.ca/ Find her Wrong Genre covers here: http://nightbeatseu.ca/ Listen to her podcast: http://wizardsandspaceships.…

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298. How to Write a Fairy Tale Retelling with Kalynn Bayron 25:34

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Send us a text Bestselling author Kalynn Bayron discusses fairy tale retellings, how they are different from reimaginings, and what is most important for writers to do before taking them on. ▬ Visit Kalynn's website: https://www.kalynnbayron.com/ Grab a copy of her books and leave a review: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00YUU6Y1A https://ww…

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297. How to Find Work Life Balance as an Author with Alyssa Hazel 24:11

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Send us a text Author Alyssa Hazel is here to give you tips on how to create work-life balance as an author and how your goals will impact your writing journey. ▬ Visit Alyssa's website: https://authoralyssahazel.com/ Grab a copy of her books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07XX8LVVK Follow Alyssa on her socials: https://www.instagram.com/au…

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296. How to Plan a Successful Book Launch with Danielle Mendoza 26:56

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Send us a text Bestselling author and podcast host Danielle Mendoza talks about the best places for a book launch, the details you need to consider, and insider tips about how to make it a success. ▬ Connect with Danielle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mendoza-3059788a Follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danielle.die…

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295. Why You Should Join an Online Writing Community with Ian Craven 23:35

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Send us a text Author and publicist Ian Craven discusses online writing communities, networking within the industry, and how you can improve your own writing in a group. ▬ Find Ian on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/icraven1 https://www.facebook.com/groups/aawriteandpublish/?ref=share_group_link Subscribe to KaleidoScript or submit your own stor…

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294. Are Book Tours Worth It? With Richie Billing 26:52

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Send us a text Author and podcaster Richie Billing is back talking about book tours, what they involve, how much they cost, and what you could possibly do instead. ▬ Check out Richie's website: https://richiebilling.com/ Listen to The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed Podcast: https://richiebilling.com/the-fantasy-writers-toolshed-podcast Find Richie on al…

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293. How to Write a Second Chance Romance with T.I. Lowe 24:40

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Send us a text Bestselling author T.I. Lowe talks all things second chance romance, from establishing the characters, to balancing heavy plotlines with lighthearted moments, to that one aspect she says is most important to focus on. *CW: Discussions of miscarriage* ▬ Visit T.I.'s website: https://www.tilowe.com/ Get a copy of her books: https://www…

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292. When Life Imitates Art with Bryan VanDyke 26:09

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Send us a text Author and digital strategist Bryan VanDyke discusses what it's like when real life resembles plot, how that can change readers' perceptions of the story, and details his own experiences of life imitating art in his book In Our Likeness. ▬ Check out Bryan's website: https://www.bryanvandyke.com/ Grab a copy of In Our Likeness: https:…

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291. Writing About Family Secrets with Ava Morgyn 25:49

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Send us a text Author Ava Morgyn discusses writing family secrets into the plot of your story, how they take on new life, and why readers love them. ▬ Check out Ava's website: https://www.avamorgyn.com/ Follow her socials for more insider info: https://www.instagram.com/avamorgyn/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/avawrites/ Get a copy of Ava's books:…

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290. Music Industry Tips for Book Marketing with Ari Rosenschein 24:48

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Send us a text Author and musician Ari Rosenschein is back to talk about the parallels between publishing and the music industry, and gives unique tips on how you can market your book! ▬ Check out Ari's website: https://arirosenschein.com/ Follow Ari on Instagram: https://arirosenschein.com/ Grab a copy of Ari's book, Dr. Z and Matty Take Telegraph…

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289. Ethical Storytelling with Dante Terese 23:28

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Send us a text Author Dante Terese talks about what ethical storytelling means, the uses of "good versus evil" in narratives, and the difference in writing heroes and villains. ▬ Visit Dante's website: https://www.danteterese.com/ Grab a copy of her latest book: https://www.amazon.com/Base-Book-1-Dante-ebook/dp/B0D8V7HBG9?ref_=ast_author_mpb Follow…

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288. Environmental Themes in Literature with Kate Brandes 23:48

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Send us a text Author and geologist Kate Brandes discusses creative writing from a scientist's perspective, the current trend of environmental literature, and why community is still at the heart of the genre. ▬ Visit Kate's website: https://katebrandes.com/ Grab a copy of Kate's books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B01L43F67S…

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287. How to Be an Authortunist with Angela Yuriko Smith 25:39

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Send us a text Award-winning poet, author, and publisher Angela Yuriko Smith discusses how to find unique opportunities writers might not have realized existed and how to use them to enhance your publishing journey. We also want to congratulate Angela on being elected as the newest president of the Horror Writers Association!!! ▬ Visit Angela's Web…

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286. Writing Short Stories to a Theme with Patrick Barb 27:41

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Send us a text Author and editor Patrick Barb tells listeners what goes into making a collection or anthology around a theme, how to assemble short stories thematically, and the dos and don'ts of writing to a theme. ▬ Visit Patrick's website: http://patrickbarb.com/ Grab a copy of his short-story collection, The Children's Horror: https://www.north…

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285. Myths, Fairy Tales, and Memoir with Elisabeth Sharp McKetta 25:04

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Send us a text Author and professor Elisabeth Sharp McKetta discusses how to create memoir using fairy tale, why you should do it, and how to give yourself space to be creative with your truth. ▬ Visit Elisabeth's website: https://elisabethsharpmcketta.com/ Grab copies of her books here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00OI1I5BI Follow Elisab…

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284. How to Start Your Novel with Donna Levin 20:08

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Send us a text Author and teacher Donna Levin talks about advice for beginning your book, what it means to "just write," and gives tips for getting to the end of that first draft. ▬ Visit Donna's website: https://www.donnalevin.com/ Get a copy of her books here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B000APR32S Follow Donna on her socials: https://ww…

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283. Is Formal Writing Training Necessary for Writing Success? With Paul Brooks 25:43

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Send us a text Author and Page Turnerz host Paul Brooks talks about whether formal training for writers is necessary and how you can kickstart your writing on your own time. ▬ Visit Paul's website: https://paulbrookswriter.com/ Listen to his podcast: https://pageturnerz.com/ Follow him on his socials: https://www.instagram.com/paulbrookswriter http…

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282. Editing for EFL Writers with Mekiya Outini 24:32

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Send us a text Award-winning author and editor Mekiya Outini discusses the differences in editing for EFL writers, why editing should be a collaborative effort, and also gives advice on how to improve your language across all facets of life. ▬ Check out Mekiya's LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/mekiya-outinis-newsletter-715…