Send us your thoughts on the monthly book over social media and we'll discuss on air. Hosted by three talkative public librarians/book nerds from Winnipeg Public Library.
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Welcome to StoryStruck, where we believe every writer has the power to change the world—one word at a time. Dive into writing rituals, creative strategies, and the insider tips you need to go from “I have an idea” to “I’m holding my book!” Weekly episodes feature candid chats with authors, editors, book coaches, and industry insiders where you’ll discover fresh ideas that turn writing challenges into breakthroughs. Whether you’re outlining your first draft or polishing your masterpiece, join ...
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This podcast is about the power of books and the people they’ve shaped. Stephen Nichols joins R.C. Sproul and other teachers in their personal libraries to discover the books that have left a mark on these men and their ministries.
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Welcome to the world of creative writing and story mastery with Maxwell Alexander Drake and Marie Mullany, your guides to Releasing Your Inner Dragon. This author podcast is a treasure trove of writing tips and advice, sparking inspiration and ah-ha moments for every stage of an author’s career. Drake, an award-winning novelist and creative writing teacher, brings his experience from the gaming world and beyond, while Mullany, author of the Sangwheel Chronicles and YouTuber, shares her exper ...
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Welcome to the Louis Joel Poetry Podcast where we discuss all things poetry with your hosts Peter Roberts (Poet-in-Residence at LJAC), David Tredinnick (actor, playwright, raconteur, audio buff, archivist) & Colleen Murphy (writer, diversity champion, another raconteur). Each podcast will have interviews with poets, with people who convene poetry appreciation groups, with editors or producers of poetry magazines and with members of the community outlining some of their favourite (or least fa ...
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Published by Greenleaf Book Group | Book Publishing & Author Branding Podcast
Tanya Hall, CEO of Greenleaf Book Group
Greenleaf Book Group CEO Tanya Hall discusses all things book publishing, from how to write your book and build your author brand to getting your book into bookstores and making it a bestseller. Each episode features an interview with an expert guest, including editors, designers, publicists, and brand strategists.
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With 25+ years in theatre, media, and coaching, I’ve honed the art of storytelling. Now, I’m thrilled to share that expertise with you on “Master Fiction Writing.” Whether you’re crafting memorable characters or building gripping plots, each episode is backed by examples from literary pros. Recognised as a top book coach, my mission is to help your stories shine. Ready to master the craft? Subscribe today!
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Middle Grade Made Easy(er) brings you actionable writing craft advice on how to outline, write and revise a middle-grade novel for 8 to 12-year-old readers. Tune in twice a month to join developmental editor and author, Lou Piccolo, and learn the art of writing middle grade without the overwhelm. Whether you're trying to find a way into your novel, are stuck somewhere in the middle, need to revise but don’t know how, or are looking for tips to stay motivated to finish your novel, each episod ...
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Writing a book is exciting, messy, and sometimes overwhelming. I’m Jennifer, a writer and developmental editor, and on Fiction Refinery I’m pulling back the curtain on my own process as I work on my next story (romantic fantasy). I'm not here to tell you how to write a book. Instead, I'm sharing the false starts, the breakthroughs, and the lessons I’m learning along the way from books, movies, and other writers. If you’re on your own writing journey and want some company on the road, you’ll ...
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Ink and Impact for Christian Writers | How to Write a Book, Nonfiction, Author, Self Publishing, Christian Book
Dalene Bickel - Book Coach, Ghostwriter, Founder of Lasting Legacies Publishing
Hey there! I’m Dalene - a Jesus-loving mom and founder of Lasting Legacies Publishing. Twenty years ago, I accepted my first ghostwriting project. Even though I had been a manuscript editor for almost a decade by that point, I had never actually written a book before. Faced with that first book project, I was both excited and terrified. I knew how to write a book in theory, but I had no clue how to do it in practice. So I turned to the Internet. I listened to bits and pieces of advice from n ...
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I love teaching music to kids! I am a certified Orff Schulwerk teacher and plan to share lessons about singing, playing instruments, recorder technique, creative movement, improvisation, guided listening, and other techniques that will help you teach music better! Find more information and ideas on my blog: www.MakeMomentsMatter.org
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Everything you need to know about outlining, drafting, editing, publishing, launching, marketing, and selling your novel. My content is a mix of brass tacks marketing + big picture business analysis.
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Follow Poppy as she attempts to write her first young adult novel.
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The Christian Publishing Show is a podcast to help Christian authors change the world. We talk about how to improve in the craft of writing, how to get published, and how to market effectively. Get expert advice from industry insiders. Hosted by Thomas Umstattd Jr.
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Maritime Noon is a one-hour program devoted to delivering informative reports and interviews which explore issues that are of interest to Maritimers. Join host Bob Murphy weekdays from noon to 1 p.m.
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Podcast by JTM Books exploring the best topics for authors, particularly self-published authors.
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I'm Mandy Halgreen, a Book Writing Coach who helps women entrepreneurs share their life stories in a book. In this podcast you can dig into real, raw, no-holding-back guidance. Learn valuable steps, processes, and insights that will help you write your book and have it create the impact and income you need to empower and uplift yourself and others.
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Writer's Block? Rejection? Impostor Syndrome? Writing is full of ups and downs, but we can still find plenty of joy on this creative journey! Bestselling author Marissa Meyer interviews writers and industry professionals about books, craft, and publishing, to find out how we can all bring more joy to our writing process and career.
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The Handmaid's Tale takes place in a version of the United States that’s ruled by a religious authoritarian regime obsessed with making as many babies as possible. And now it's been adapted to a TV show that critics are literally raving about. The Red Center is a podcast from The Outline about that show. Each week, hosts Laura June and Rose Eveleth discuss the most recent episode of The Handmaid's Tale through the lens of a specific topic, like motherhood, race, politics, crime, or the book ...
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Dive deep into the dynamic marketing realm in the digital age with The Backstory on Marketing and AI, hosted by Guy Powell, the visionary President of ProRelevant Marketing Solutions. This enlightening podcast is your gateway to understanding the intricate interplay between data-driven marketing strategies and cutting-edge AI technologies. Each episode brings to the table candid and insightful conversations with some of the industry's most influential leaders and analytics experts. They shar ...
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Helping indie authors successfully write, market, & self-publish their books and make a living with their writing. In this show, Ella interviews successful authors who share their best writing, marketing, and mindset secrets. You'll hear from them about topics such as making time to write, tools to succeed as an indie author, exactly what steps they took to achieve their self-publishing success.
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The Art of Allowance Podcast | Parenting | Families | Money Smarts | Financial Literacy
John Lanza
The Art of Allowance Podcast is hosted by John Lanza, the author of "The Art of Allowance: A Short, Practical Guide to Raising Money-Smart, Money-Empowered Kids." John is also the Chief Mammal and Creator of The Money Mammals, the award-winning DVD and picture book series that helps get kids excited about money smarts. In the Art of Allowance podcast, John interviews parents and other youth money experts to discuss tools, tactics and tricks that families can pick and choose from to help them ...
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Welcome to Radio Free Mid-World, a podcast examination of the Dark Tower series of books by Stephen King. Every other week, a panel of hosts will discuss these books that merge fantasy, sci-fi, and western themes... outlining the quest of the last Gunslinger to reach the Dark Tower. RSS Feed: https://www.patreon.com/rss/80117?show=1727105
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Write a book with me in 45 days! Young adult author Maggie Ann Martin works through her newest project going through critical steps of the novel drafting process in 45 days. She'll cover character development, research, outlining, goals and good old pen-to-paper writing. Maggie Ann Martin is the author of TO BE HONEST, a fat-positive coming of age story that was named an NPR Best Book of 2018 and THE BIG F, a rom-com centered on overcoming failure that was a finalist for RT Reviewer's Choice ...
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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is a late 14th Century Middle English alliterative romance outlining an adventure of Sir Gawain, a knight of King Arthur’s Round Table. In the tale, Sir Gawain accepts a challenge from a mysterious warrior who is completely green, from his clothes and hair to his beard and skin. The “Green Knight” offers to allow anyone to strike him with his axe if the challenger will take a return blow in a year and a day. Gawain accepts, and beheads him in one blow, only to ...
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Inspired to Write | How to Write a Book, Fiction Writing, Creative Process, Plot Arc, Character Development
Alivia Roan
Do you feel called to write a fiction book? Do you want to authentically honor God through your creativity without sounding preachy? Are you finding yourself in the cycle of constantly rewriting your first draft? Are you wondering how to write characters people will want to read about and plot points that will keep your reader on the edge of their seats? I am so excited you are here! This podcast will help you finish that book you’ve always wanted to write and honor God through your creativi ...
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What better way to celebrate Halloween then spending the entire next month staring into a blank page while screaming? If that sounds pleasing, welcome to NaNoWriMo! This is a daily writing tips audio blog which will be releasing 10-20 minute episodes through the coming month of November. The focus will be on smoothing out the writing process and tricks for heaving yourself out of the many ruts that may pucker the next 30 days.
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If you are a coach, consultant or course creator then chances are you are driven by the desire to help as many people as you can, and leave a lasting impact. You have experience that needs to be shared. Knowledge that needs to be taught. A message that needs to be heard. Plus, a business that needs to be scaled. But in the age when anyone with an opinion can shout about it on the internet, why is it that some coaches are able to cut through the noise and position themselves as true influence ...
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You work hard for your money, but is it working for you? You don’t need a degree in finance to become a master at wealth building! Each week, host and wealth strategist Jack Gibson reveals real tips, tricks and secrets to help you increase, keep and grow your income, and your time, to live the life you want, no matter what stage of the wealth building phase you are in. Tune in weekly for timely conversation about investing in the stock market, buying real estate, generating passive income, d ...
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Les Edgerton and Jack Holland discuss the writing of a publishable novel in a relaxed, chatty format. They saw the need for some real-life info on effective writing versus the cookie-cutter bumper sticker advice many podcasts are based on. Their advice is based on what works in the real world of publishing. Example: Write what you know. Bullshit, bumper sticker advice. Better: Write what you can convince the reader you know. If a writer followed the first piece of advice, chances are pretty ...
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We cover every aspect, genre, and facet of writing with creative techniques and guest authors. Time to get writing, Word Bosses!
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Jennifer and her guests discuss anything and everything to do with discovering, collecting and sharing stories - with an emphasis on ethical story collection (Story Seeking). Jennifer Thompson is a leader in community engagement and ethical marketing through stories; founder of Engaging Solutions and creator of Story Seeking (ethical story collection). www.engagingsolutions.com.au Intro & Outro music: "10 Days [instrumental]" by Forget the Whale under Creative Commons Attribution Licence.
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Steven Harris, Esq. is here with the tips you need to survive law school, crush your finals, and pass the bar. All in short clips that you can listen to while walking to class! Steven has helped countless attorneys pass the California Bar Exam and Uniform Bar Examination. He has over 20 years of tutoring experience, has worked as a Professor at multiple major universities, and is the author of two books (Winnin' Time and Trigger List) that give students the boost they need to pass law school ...
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#15 Getting to Know Your Ideal Middle-Grade Reader
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12:26If you want to be the type of middle-grade writer who creates books with characters who feel like real people, and transports kids out of their own world and into the imaginary one you have created in such a way that they lose themselves and actually feel some sort of grief when the book ends… … then you need to start with understanding who middle-…
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On the phone-in: Gardening expert Niki Jabbour gives advice to listeners. And off the top, we hear from the Nova Scotia SPCA about more than 130 animals being seized in the last two months.
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53:01On the phone-in: Gardening expert Niki Jabbour answers questions from listeners and provides tips about Autumn bulb planting. And off the top of the show, we speak with Kevin Strooband who's the chief inspector with the Nova Scotia SPCA. The organization has seized more than 130 animals over the last two months.…
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Send us a text Join Drake and Marie as they explore how to write interiority using a 12 layer model. We go over everything from showing, to telling, to worldview and more! Writer's room (50% off for lifetime membership): https://writersroom.mn.co/plans/338439?bundle_token=196fd3965307a65eee0d1bf2bc6fa5a6&utm_source=manual Starving Writer Studio: ht…
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138 | Overwhelmed as an Author? Focus on These 2 Things!
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11:58If you're trying to write a book but are constantly second guessing your every step ... If you feel overwhelmed by all the to-dos on your self-publishing checklist ... If you're constantly distracted and unfocused in your writing efforts, or If you're simply not even sure why you're writing anymore, This episode is for you! In a world that gets cra…
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On the phone-in: Our guest provides tips on testing for radon in your home. And we hear the results of the report "The Voice of Maritime Women -- The Unspoken Burden of Women's Health."
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52:26On the phone-in: Ryan Groombridge from Force Radon Solutions gives advice on testing for radon in your home. And off the top of the show, we speak with Jennifer Gillivan -- president and CEO of the IWK Foundation. She discusses the report. "The Voice of Maritime Women -- The Unspoken Burden of Women's Health."…
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Why Your Fantasy Elements Feel Tacked On (and How to Fix It) | Ep 5
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11:58Do your fantasy elements ever feel like an afterthought? Like they exist in the world because they're cool or convenient? You're not alone. It's a struggle to weave a magic system, worldbuilding, and/or supernatural elements into the heart of the plot. In this episode of The Fiction Refinery Podcast, we'll explore the concept of a fantasy plot line…
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Episode 19: Dictation for Writers with Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer
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40:21Sarah Elizabeth Sawyer shares her experiences and insights on how dictation can enhance your writing process, taking advantage of pockets of time to write your first draft (without being at your desk), overcoming challenges of getting started, and the health benefits of dictation. The discussion also covers the accessibility of dictation tools, the…
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On the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele answers questions about pet care. And off the top, we speak with musician and painter, Rose Morrison. She will be the first Artist-in-Residence on Sable Island ...
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53:11On the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele answers listeners' questions about their cats, dogs and other small pets. And off the top of the show, we speak with Rose Morrison. She is a singer/songwriter, fiddler and painter. She'll be the first Artist-in-Residence on Sable Island later this month.
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AI Tools for Authors (Writing Off Social Crosscast)
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52:01By Thomas Umstattd Jr.
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On the phone-in: Bird expert Diane Leblanc answers questions about bird sightings in the Maritimes. And off the top, the CBC's Nancy Russell outlines the effects of MSX on the oyster sector on PEI.
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Trailblazers and Tall Tales - 4th Grade Program Details
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On the phone-in: Apple expert Bob Osborne answers listeners' questions. And off the top of the show, we speak with Dave Corkum, the mayor in Kings County, NS, about the Lake George wildfire.
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From Map to Magic: Elevating Your Worldbuilding Game
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1:08:47Send us a text Join Drake and Marie as they explore how to write interiority using a 12 layer model. We go over everything from showing, to telling, to worldview and more! Writer's room (50% off for lifetime membership): https://writersroom.mn.co/plans/338439?bundle_token=196fd3965307a65eee0d1bf2bc6fa5a6&utm_source=manual Membership for Just In Tim…
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AI and Marketing are reshaping how businesses operate and grow. In this episode of The Backstory on Marketing and AI, we explore the role of revenue operations, automation, and AI enabled Market Research. Learn how companies can move beyond founder-led sales and create scalable, repeatable revenue engines. Discover why recurring revenue is essentia…
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Welcome Dear Readers. This month we are discussing The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich. You are listening to Time to Read, a Winnipeg Public Library podcast book club. We are recording today from the Millennium Library in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. We are located in Treaty One Territory, the home and traditional lands of the Anishinaabe (Ojibwe),…
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On the phone-in: Automotive expert Doug Bethune provides listeners with advice. And off the top, we hear about the NB Farmer Wellness Program to help people with their mental health.
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52:46On the phone-in: Automotive expert Doug Bethune gives advice to listeners about their vehicles. And off the top of the show, we hear about the New Brunswick Famer Wellness Program to help farming families. And we also hear your feedback on writing a book.
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137 | Struggling to Get Readers? 4 Simple Things You Can Do NOW to Sell More Books!
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14:08Have you ever wondered: "How can I reach more readers?" "How can I sell more books?" "How can I improve my book marketing efforts?" If so, you're not alone. I don't know a single author who wouldn't like to sell more books and reach more readers to make a bigger impact. The good news is that in order to sell more books, you don't have to spend a fo…
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Plot Without Panic: Using the Pixar Story Spine
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16:24Plotting doesn’t have to feel like wrangling an octopus into a cardigan. In this episode of Master Fiction Writing, we turn to Pixar’s Story Spine - seven simple prompts that reveal your story’s engine: who we meet, what upends the status quo, how cause-and-effect escalates, where the climax hits, and what the change means. We unpack each beat (fro…
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On the phone-in: Best-selling author, Lesley Crewe, and Director of Writing and Publishing at Kings Gillian Turnbull have tips on the process of writing a book AND selling it to a publisher and an update ...
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52:59On the phone-in: Best-selling author, Lesley Crewe, and Director of Writing and Publishing at Kings Gillian Turnbull will have tips on the process of writing a book AND selling it to a publisher and an update on the 3 beached sperm whales on PEI
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AI and Marketing are reshaping industries at lightning speed. In this episode of The Backstory on Marketing and AI, we dive deep into how AI is transforming workflows, advertising, and education. We explore the DRIVE-F framework that empowers professionals to interact with AI effectively. Learn why providing direction, defining roles, and focusing …
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Creating the Foundation for a Compelling Antagonist | Ep 4
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13:59In this episode, I’m sharing how I started framing my antagonist and what I pulled from Rayne Hall’s book Writing About Villains. (It’s a quick, actionable read, and if you have Kindle Unlimited, it’s included there.) Here’s what you’ll hear in today’s episode: Why I chose the Evil Overlord archetype as the foundation for my primary antagonist How …
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Episode 18: Exploring the Depths of Horror Writing with Tricia J. Wooldridge
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42:34Trisha J. Woldridge, a "pangenre chaos word witch" who shares her journey through the realms of horror and dark fantasy. She discusses her unique approach to storytelling, the emotional depth of horror, and the significance of processing trauma through literature. Trisha also delves into the concept of quiet horror, emphasizing its focus on grief a…
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On the phone-in: Fiddler Natalie MacMaster joins us to discuss her new book and also to talk about the unifying power of music. And off the top, we hear an update about wild blueberries.
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52:29On the phone-in: Fiddler Natalie MacMaster joins us to talk about her new book, "I Have a Love Story". She also discusses the unifying power of music. And off the top of the show, we speak with Donald Arseneault, the general manager of Bluets New Brunswick Blueberries about this year's crop. It has been severely affected by the summer drought and w…
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Time & Bookends: Your Story’s Timeline, Start, and End
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8:03How much time passes between Page 1 and “The End” - and where, exactly, do you begin and finish? In this episode of Master Fiction Writing, we pair Step 12 (Story Timeline) and Step 13 (Opening & Closing) to shape your novel’s container and its proof of change. You’ll learn how to define your story present (the “now” of your narrative), pick a time…
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On the phone-in: Our panel discusses the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. And off the top, we hear and update about the wildfire burning near Lake George, NS.
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53:21On the phone-in: Our guests are Janice Maloney, executive director of the Mi'kmaq Rights Initiative in Nova Scotia -- or KMK -- and Jenene Wooldridge, executive director of L'nuey on PEI. We discuss the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. And off the top, Dave Corkum, the mayor of the Municipality of the County of Kings talks about the wildfi…
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La Guitarrista - Book for Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month in the Music Room
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23:20This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/29/25. This week I shared about the book La Guitarrista and how you might use in in the classroom and some videos you might pair with it. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live…
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AI is changing marketing at lightning speed. In this episode of The Backstory on Marketing and AI, we explore how AI enabled Market Research is disrupting digital strategies and reshaping industries. Key themes include: How AI accelerates research and campaign design Why adding humanity to AI content matters Navigating HIPAA compliance in healthcar…
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On the phone-in: Experts Eric Murphy and Barry Walker answer questions about heat pumps and other heating and cooling systems. And off the top, we hear about stranded sperm whales off PEI.
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52:35On the phone-in: Experts Eric Murphy from Halifax Heat Pumps and Electrical and energy efficiency advisor Barry Walker answer questions about heat pumps and other heating and cooling systems. And off the top, we speak with Tonya Wimmer, executive director of the Marine Animal Response Society about three stranded sperm whales off the coast of PEI. …
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#14 Writing Middle Grade: How Do I Start?
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10:05So, you want to write a middle-grade novel... maybe you have an idea that just won't let you be. Or maybe you've spent years writing picture books, and you'd like to try something different. But when you sit down in front of your computer… well, you don't quite know how to start. That's why, in this episode, we're taking a deep dive into how readin…
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Artificial Intelligence is no longer a futuristic idea—it’s here, and it’s transforming marketing. In this episode of The Backstory on Marketing and AI, we explore how AI and Marketing intersect to reshape strategy, personalization, and growth. We dive into AI enabled Market Research, showing how businesses can use data-driven insights to predict c…
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On the phone-in: Gardening expert Niki Jabbour provides helpful advice to listeners. And off the top, we hear about a break-in at the offices of VETS Canada in Dartmouth.
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52:44On the phone-in: Author and gardening expert Niki Jabbour answers questions from listeners. And off the top of the show, we speak with Debbie Lowther at VETS Canada about a break-in at the charity's offices in Dartmouth. Thousands of dollars of gift cards were stolen. And we also hear about a new agreement between the Wolastoqey Nation in NB and th…
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Live Edit: The Fatal Flaw in Your Opening Line
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Voice & Vantage: Who’s Telling the Tale... and When?
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10:14In this episode of Master Fiction Writing, we'll delve into the intricacies of narrative voice and perspective, focusing on the importance of point of view (POV) and time stance in storytelling. We'll discuss various narrative techniques, common pitfalls to avoid, and practical exercises to help writers refine their craft.…
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136 | 5 Things You Should NOT Do if You Want to Self-Publish a Book that Sells
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16:23Self-publishing offers a host of benefits, including - and most importantly - that you get to retain all the rights to your content and you have full access to all of your marketing analytics. But in order to actually sell books and make the kingdom impact you want to make, you have to self-publish strategically. In today's episode, I'm sharing 5 t…
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On the phone-in: Our experts provide information about PCOS -- polycystic ovarian syndrome. And off the top, we discuss Team Canada's appearance at the women's world cup of rugby.
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52:56On the phone-in: We discuss PCOS -- polycystic ovarian syndrome. And off the top, we talk with Mike Cavanagh at St FX about this weekend's upcoming appearance of Team Canada at the women's world cup of rugby.
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This episode of The Backstory on Marketing and AI explores how artificial intelligence is changing marketing strategy and execution. Key topics include: AI enabled Market Research Forecasting ROI before spending Omnichannel marketing strategies The role of human creativity alongside AI Real-world campaign lessons We discuss how AI tools optimize ad…
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3 MORE Things I do Before I Start Outlining | Ep 3
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24:42In the last episode, I shared the first 3 things I do before I even consider outlining. In today's episode, I'm sharing the next 3 things that I do (plus a bonus one). These help me establish the foundation for my story, so that when I sit down to write, I know the essentials. This ensures I don't write an outline that I'm dissatisfied with 3 scene…
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3 Things I Do BEFORE I Start Outlining | Ep 2
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19:50Today, I'm sharing 3 things that I do BEFORE I start outlining. This is the pre-work to the prep work. My story ideas are never fully fleshed out enough to begin immediately outlining, so here are 3 things I do to make decisions about the story I'm going to write so I can outline effectively: Write down my favorite ideas Craft the premise Making th…
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Episode 17: Overcoming Overthinking and Get Back to Writing
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38:45In this episode, we chat about the challenges of overthinking while planning our projects and writing our books. We explore how fear and self-doubt contribute to analysis paralysis and discuss various strategies to overcome these obstacles, including the use of spiritual tools, tapping into both sides of the brain at once, and the importance of pla…
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On the phone-in: Dr Gordon Gubitz answers questions about medical assistance in dying or MAiD. And off the top, we hear an update from Saint John on housing options for the homeless.
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52:33On the phone-in: Dr Godon Gubitz who is a physician and neurologist with the NS Health Authority answers questions about medical assistance in dying or MAiD. And off the top of the show, we hear an update from Saint John, NB, about the housing options for the homeless. And we also hear about a new tour at Basin Head Beach on PEI.…
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Why I Outline My Novels (And What Happened When I Didn’t) | Ep 1
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18:56Outlining is a fundamental part of my writing process, and today I'm sharing why. Over the past 12 (probably more...) years, I've struggled to find a writing process that works for me, and now I finally feel like I'm honing in on what's working for me. Outlining is not for everyone, but if you're considering outlining for your first or next story, …
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Whose Story Is It? Choosing Your Protagonist and Their Engine of Want
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5:05In this episode of Master Fiction Writing, we'll discuss the importance of choosing the right protagonist for your story, emphasising the need for a single human centre that readers can connect with, the distinction between external wants and internal needs, and the significance of crafting tailored opposition to enhance conflict. We'll also cover …
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Writing a book is one of the most exciting and most overwhelming things I've ever done. Some days the words flow and other days not so much. Maybe you know the feeling. I am Jennifer, a writer and developmental editor, and I'm inviting you to join me as I navigate the ups and downs of writing my next story. I'm not here to tell you how to write yo…
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On the phone-in: We discuss the current challenges for newcomers who need medical care. Our guest is Dr Annalee Coakley. And off the top, we hear about red zones in Saint John, NB.
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52:58On the phone-in: Dr Annlee Coakley is our guest as we discuss the challenges for newcomers and refugees who need medical care. And off the top, we hear about the City of Saint John's plans to bring in red zones where tent encampments can't be located. We also hear about the end of the burn ban on PEI.…
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Lola's Fandango Book - Use for Rhythm, Culture, Dance, or a Substitute Teacher
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19:23This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/22/25. This week I shared about the book Lola's Fandango and how you might use in in the classroom or with a substitute teacher. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Faceb…
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In this episode of The Backstory on Marketing and AI, we explore how AI is revolutionizing post-sale customer experiences. Discover how brands can use AI and Marketing to reduce churn, drive loyalty, and deliver personalized journeys. Learn why the ownership experience is more than unboxing—it’s about ongoing engagement, care, and usage. We discuss…
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AOA 082: An Allowance Is a Gift — Raising Money-Smart Kids with Barbara Coloroso
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1:20:56In this Art of Allowance Podcast conversation, guest Barbara Coloroso shares her parenting insights with host John Lanza. Barbara emphasizes the importance of structure, flexibility and encouragement in raising resilient, money-smart kids. She discusses the different family types outlined in her work, the significance of teaching about money from a…
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On the phone-in: home renovations. And we hear about the Canadian Youth Climate Assembly's presentations to Senators and MPS yesterday.
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52:50Today's phone-in: Deneika Coakley and Dan Monk take your calls on home renovations. But first, members of the Youth Climate Assembly and Senator Mary Coyle on Canada's first citizens' assembly on climate solutions.
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