Best Suzy Vadori Podcasts (2025)

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48. Book Two Blues 21:45

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Send us a text Congratulations! Your first book is a success, and you're ready to write book two! But wait... how do you guarantee that readers love book two as much as they loved your first? In this episode, Suzy examines the common pitfalls and how to avoid them when writing a follow-up book in a series. ➡️✍️ Sign up here to FINISH YOUR BOOK in S…

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47. When You Can Tell in Your Writing (Show, don't Tell Part 3) 25:47

9d ago25:47

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Send us a text In part three of three, Suzy reverses course and shares the times where TELLING is preferred to SHOWING. Take note on when it is appropriate to gloss over details, skip time, and give a little more information in a direct way so that your readers stay informed and engaged in your story. ➡️✍️ Sign up here to FINISH YOUR BOOK in Suzy's…

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46. Next Level Showing in Your Writing - Hunt Down Those Tells (Show, don't Tell part 2) 23:23

16d ago23:23

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Send us a text In part two of this three-part series, Suzy dives deeper into the practical application of Show, don't Tell. For this lesson, she focuses on the advanced strategies, including how to target specificity, avoid white wall syndrome, and deal with repetitions. ➡️✍️ Sign up here to FINISH YOUR BOOK in Suzy's Wicked Good Fiction Bootcamp. …

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45. Show, don't Tell: Why Should You Care & A New Take on the Basic Examples You've Heard Before (Part 1) 34:43

23d ago34:43

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Send us a text Part 1 of a 3 part series breaking down Show, don't Tell in a way you have never heard before. Using evocative examples, she walks you through the basics, while elevating them to a new level. Whether you've just started writing, or have been writing for years, you will learn something new in this episode. In part 1, Suzy tackles: Wha…

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44. Memoir Writing and Backpack Adventures with Author Candace MacPhie 40:06

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Send us a text In this episode, Suzy chats with Memoirist Candace MacPhie about her journey (both literal and metaphorical) writing her "Back in a Year" memoir series. They talk about setting boundaries when writing a memoir, how to 'kill your darlings,' and the importance of working with a book coach or editor who understands your vision for your …

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43. The Value of Critique Partners with Julie Artz 43:50

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Send us a text In this week's episode, Suzy chats with book coach Julie Artz about her Critique Partner matching program called "CP Meet Cute" (register here!) They discuss the different types of people who read and offer critique, including alpha readers, beta readers, critique partners, book coaches, editors, and agents. If you've ever wondered w…

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42. Writing as a Neurodivergent Author with Melanie Marttila 38:02

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Send us a text In this week's episode, Suzy chats with Author and Poet Melanie Marttila. They discuss Melanie's journey as a writer, through her adult diagnosis of Autism, and how that shifted how she thought about her writing and how she approaches critique and characterization. If you've ever been confused by the writing advice "Show, don't Tell"…

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41. When and How to Work with a Publicist 34:55

2M ago34:55

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Send us a text In this episode, Suzy welcomes Mickey Mikkelson, publicist and founder of Creative Edge Publicity which is celebrating 10 years in business, working with creatives. They discuss how publicity efforts can help writers build their brands. Find out more on his website: https://www.creative-edge.services/ ➡️✍️ Sign up here to FINISH YOUR…

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40. Getting Started on Your Novel with Stephanie Dethlefs 40:42

2M ago40:42

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Send us a text In this episode, Suzy sits down with Book Coach Stephanie Dethlefs and they chat about all the things that can get in the way of a writer getting started: both on their book, and during their daily writing practice. Stephanie offers practical and mindset advice to help you overcome the stumbling blocks that are holding you back from …

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39. Author Platform with Nicole Meier 38:13

2M ago38:13

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Send us a text In this week's episode, Suzy sits down with Nicole Meier, Author, Book Coach, and Marketing Genius to talk about the dreaded "Author Platform." Listen to learn what a platform is, why you need one, and how you may be already building one without even knowing it. You can find out more about Nicole's services at https://bookworks.co/ ➡…

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38. Interview with Memoir Author, Dr. Phyllis Heintz 36:09

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Send us a text This week, Suzy sits down with memoirist Dr. Phyllis Heintz. They discuss the unique journey Dr. Heintz took through her career, witnessing and participating in major medical milestones throughout her years as a candy striper, nurse, teacher, and administrator. Learn how she was able to take these stories and over a span of 10 years …

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37. BONUS Episode: Dolly Parton's Imagination Library 37:14

3M ago37:14

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Send us a text In this special bonus episode join Suzy and her assistant Liz J. Bradley to learn about a charity doing amazing literacy work around the world: Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. Learn how to support their mission to "Create a love for books and reading – give every child the start they need in education and life." We talk all thing…

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36. Navigating Publishing in 2025 with Mark Leslie Lefebvre (part 2) 30:11

3M ago30:11

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Send us a text On Friday, March 7th, 2025, Suzy sat down with Mark Leslie Lefebvre, a publishing industry veteran with more than four decades of experience, in a live publishing Q&A session. Publishing has evolved from a traditional-publishing-only model to the rise of self-publishing via digital platforms. If you haven't listened to part one, you …

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35. Navigating Publishing in 2025 with Mark Leslie Lefebvre (part 1) 47:08

3M ago47:08

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Send us a text On Friday, March 7th, 2025 Suzy sat down with Mark Leslie Lefebvre, a publishing industry veteran with more than four decades of experience, in a live publishing Q&A session. Publishing has evolved from a traditional-publishing-only model to the rise of self-publishing via digital platforms. In part one of this two part podcast we wi…

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34. Story Grid with Editor Joanne Haines 38:12

3M ago38:12

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Send us a text In this episode, Suzy interviews Story Grid Editor Joanne Haines about the Story Grid evaluation process. They discuss how it addresses the 5 commandments of story and how you can apply them to scenes and your overall story. They also discuss how Story Grid approaches the writing advice of "show, don't tell" in a unique way. Connect …

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33. Interview with Monica Cox: Revision and Mindset 38:33

3M ago38:33

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Send us a text In this episode, Suzy interviews fellow book coach, Monica Cox about the revision process. They dive deep and explore ideas about how to get yourself in the proper 'reader mindset' and share practical tips for tackling, arguably the most difficult part of the process of writing a book. ➡️✍️ Sign up here to FINISH YOUR BOOK in Suzy's …

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32. Thirty Ways to Promote Your Book 48:07

4M ago48:07

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Send us a text Depending on where you are on your writing journey, you may be finding out that writing your book is just the beginning of your journey as a writer. Finishing a book is a huge accomplishment, requiring significant time, energy, focus, and love. Job number one in a writer’s life is getting that darned book finished, polished, and then…

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31. Sustaining a Career in KidLit with Janet Fox 39:08

4M ago39:08

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Send us a text In this episode Suzy chats with career author, Janet Fox, about her experiences writing "kidlit" or literature for children. They discuss how the kidlit publishing landscape has changed in the years since Janet's debut, and how to sustain a long career in writing for children and teens. You can find more about Janet on her website at…

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30. Project Management for Writers with Kerry Savage 44:24

4M ago44:24

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Send us a text In this episode, Suzy sits down with fellow book coach, Kerry Savage to discuss how writers can use project management strategies to reach their writing goals. It's more than just a to-do list! They talk technology, SMART goals, and how to put it together with a strategy. Resources Mentioned in the Episode: 5 ChatGPT Prompts To Stop …

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29. Interview with Author and Book Coach, Liisa Kovala 1:00:06

4M ago1:00:06

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Send us a text In this episode Suzy speaks with Author and book coach Liisa Kovala about her journey and her books, but also what she's seeing as she collates stories of women writers in her podcast, Women Writing. What are our unique challenges and opportunities as women when we're young, when we're middle aged and aging? Lisa and I are going to h…

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28. [Show, don't Tell Page Review] From Screenplay to YA Novel with Jordan Bloomfield 42:04

4M ago42:04

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Send us a text In this episode of Show Don’t Tell Writing, Suzy conducts a live page review for Jordan Bloomfield’s young adult novel, Party Boys. Originally written as a screenplay, Party Boys is Jordan’s first novel, following a group of 16-year-olds navigating friendships, football, and risky social situations. Suzy shares insights on adapting a…

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27. Goal Setting for Writers 38:39

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Send us a text In this episode, Suzy approaches goal setting in a strategic and measured way for writers. She tackles the different myths about writing that you may be telling yourself that are getting in the way of achieving your writing goals, and then lays out a step by step plan for setting goals for 2025. Mentioned in the Episode: Suzy's Video…

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26. 9 Tips to Write Sparkling Dialogue 28:46

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Send us a text In this episode, Suzy dives into one of the most critical yet often mishandled aspects of writing: dialogue. She shares her top tips for crafting dialogue that grabs your reader's attention, reveals character, and propels your story forward. Whether you struggle with punctuation, pacing, or making conversations feel authentic yet eng…

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25. Interview with Fantasy Author Allyson McCollum 25:05

6M ago25:05

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Send us a text In this episode of Show, don’t Tell Writing, Suzy chats with Allyson McCollum, author of the newly released paranormal fantasy novel Mors Obliviscens. Allyson shares her writing journey, from joining Suzy’s Wicked Good Fiction Boot Camp in 2021 to publishing her debut novel in 2024. Together, they discuss the intricacies of crafting …

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24. 2024 Writing Year-End Recap 18:04

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Send us a text In this special year-end episode of Show Don’t Tell Writing, Suzy reflects on her incredible journey throughout 2024. From hosting virtual retreats and launching new courses to supporting thousands of writers through coaching and editing, Suzy shares the highlights of her year and the valuable lessons learned along the way, and how y…

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23. The Biggest Mistakes in Fiction Books (and how to fix them!) 24:33

6M ago24:33

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Send us a text In this episode of Show, don’t Tell Writing, Suzy breaks down the top five mistakes she frequently sees in fiction manuscripts—and how to fix them. No matter where you are in the writing process, this practical advice will help you avoid the pitfalls that can derail your book's success. From poorly chosen endings to bloated word coun…

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22. [Show, don't Tell Page Review] Fantasy with Lisa Tisor 36:32

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Send us a text In this episode of Show, don’t Tell Writing, Suzy offers live feedback on the opening page of Lisa Tisor’s fantasy novel. Lisa, a librarian and aspiring author from Eastern Oregon revisits a story she began as a short piece over 20 years ago. Suzy provides actionable advice on showing vs. telling, grounding the reader in the story’s …

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21. Q&A with Suzy: NaNoWriMo, AI, Author Platforms, and More! 35:01

7M ago35:01

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Send us a text In this Q&A episode of Show Don’t Tell Writing, Suzy tackles timely questions about National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo), the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the writing industry, how to start building an author platform, and how to know if your writing is ready for readers. Resources Shared This Episode: ProwritingAid …

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20. [Show, don't Tell Page Review] Action/Adventure with Muhammad 19:22

7M ago19:22

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Send us a text In this episode of Show Don’t Tell Writing, Suzy provides live coaching for Muhammad’s action-adventure story, The Well. Muhammad, a Nigerian writer, shares his vision for crafting a story that reflects African culture and folklore with a larger-than-life protagonist. Suzy offers actionable advice on enhancing worldbuilding, developi…

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19. Tackling Your Self Edit: What can you do yourself vs. needing an editor? 30:40

7M ago30:40

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Send us a text In this episode of Show Don’t Tell Writing, Suzy walks listeners through the process of self-editing, offering practical strategies for writers to refine their manuscripts before seeking professional help. Suzy emphasizes the importance of editing as a way to ensure that the story you envision reaches your readers as clearly as possi…

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18. Behind the Scenes: What Will Make Your Query Jump Out of an Agent’s Slush Pile 25:48

8M ago25:48

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Send us a text In this episode, Suzy goes beyond the basics to discover how to get your query letter noticed. Topics include, the competitive nature of querying, statistics on the number of queries agents receive, and the small percentage that result in representation. She highlights the importance of grabbing an agent's attention quickly. Suzy emp…

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17. Q&A Session from the Fall Two Day Writing Retreat Part 2 28:53

8M ago28:53

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Send us a text In this episode of Show Don’t Tell Writing, Suzy answers questions from participants at the two-day writing retreat held at the end of September. She provides valuable insights on various writing topics including, dealing with stalled projects, incorporating backstory, introducing a large cast of characters, and keeping multiple proj…

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16. [Show, don't Tell Page Review] Memoir with Susan McKelvey 48:38

8M ago48:38

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of Show Don’t Tell Writing, Suzy provides live feedback on a page from Susan McKelvey’s memoir. Susan shares the heart-wrenching story of losing her husband and grappling with her new role as the matriarch of her family while coping with hereditary disease in her children and grandchildren. Suzy helps Susan r…

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15. Q&A Session from the Fall Two Day Writing Retreat Part 1 24:57

8M ago24:57

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Send us a text "And so the biggest thing that an agent is going to be looking for, or a reader, anybody, to catch them, to hook them right on that first page, which is really important, is why should I care about your character and what is it that they want? If you can answer those things really fast and just incorporate the worldbuilding into it. …

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14. [Show, don't Tell Page Review] Women's Fiction with Bobbi Jo Beaver 43:31

8M ago43:31

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Send us a text "And so your opening page is really a contract with your reader, right? And so you want to give them a taste of what it is that they're going to read."- Suzy In this episode of Show Don’t Tell Writing, Suzy Vadori provides live coaching and feedback on the opening page of Bobbi Jo Beaver’s women’s fiction novel. Bobbi Jo, a professio…

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13. Interview with Tanasha Martin: Finishing an Entire Novel 53:00

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Send us a text In this episode of Show Don’t Tell Writing, Suzy sits down with Tanasha Martin, a talented writer working on her first young adult fantasy novel. Tanasha shares her journey from writing poetry and short stories to embarking on a complex multi-POV fantasy series. She talks about overcoming challenges, staying disciplined, and how a st…

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12. Interview with Author Felicity George: Traditionally Publishing a Romance Series 57:14

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Send us a text In this episode of Show Don’t Tell Writing, Suzy interviews Felicity George, author of the Gentlemen of London series. Felicity shares her journey from writing her first practice novel to landing a five-book deal with Hachette's Orion imprint. They discuss the intricacies of Regency Romance, the importance of genre expectations, and …

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11. Q&A Session from the Day of Inspiration Summit (Part 3) 20:51

9M ago20:51

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Send us a text "Every story has already been written. It's just never been written by you. And the way that you do it is going to be different." - Suzy In this episode, originally recorded during the Day of Inspiration Summit in July, Suzy fields questions from writers at all stages of the writing process, giving insights based on her own publishin…

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10. Interview with Author Sheri T. Joseph: Going the Hybrid Publishing Route 54:41

9M ago54:41

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Send us a text In this week's episode of Show, don't Tell Writing, host Suzy Vadori sits down with author Sheri T. Joseph to delve into the intricacies of hybrid publishing. Sheri shares her unique journey in the publishing world, discussing why she chose a hybrid model for her books and how this decision has shaped her career as an author. Key Top…

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9. Interview with Jennie Nash: Breaking Into the Writing Industry 52:42

10M ago52:42

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Send us a text "The skills are table stakes... but what differentiates a good book from a great book is that something of you comes out in that story." — Jennie Nash In this episode of Show Don't Tell Writing, recorded during the Day of Inspiration Writer's Summit, Suzy sits down with Jennie Nash, an accomplished author and founder of Author Accele…

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8. Q&A Session from the Day of Inspiration Summit (Part 2) 19:39

10M ago19:39

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Send us a text “What I like to do with writers is when you've got like a ton of suggestions on a revision pass, just deal with them one at a time. That's all you can do” In this Q&A episode, Suzy dives into more writing questions from the Day of Inspiration Writing Summit, covering topics from revision strategies to understanding when and how to mo…

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7. On Writing Your First Book: What I Wish I Could Bottle and Gift to You to Help You Write It Faster 23:05

10M ago23:05

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Send us a text "If there's one thing I always want to share with writers, it's that all the work has to get done. No beta reader, editor, or publisher is going to do it for you. You've got to do it. This is your book." In this episode of Show, don't Tell Writing, Suzy dives into the challenges and techniques for writing your second book faster than…

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6. Q&A Session from the Day of Inspiration Summit (Part 1) 21:06

10M ago21:06

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Send us a text In this engaging Q&A session, recorded live during the Day of Inspiration Summit, Suzy Vadori addresses a range of questions from aspiring writers. Suzy dives into the intricacies of writing backstory, the benefits of coaching at different stages of your manuscript, and how to effectively build a platform as a nonfiction writer. This…

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5. Practical tips to tackle a manuscript/book that’s too long without cutting the scenes you love 21:50

11M ago21:50

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Send us a text Episode 5: Practical tips to tackle a book/manuscript that’s too long without cutting the scenes you love In this episode, Suzy discusses the importance of adhering to word count norms in publishing. She offers practical tips for reducing word count without compromising the quality or content of your manuscript. Whether you're writin…

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4. Interview with Author Jessica Bull: Traditionally Publishing a Mystery Novel 32:42

11M ago32:42

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Send us a text Episode 4: Interview with Author Jessica Bull: Traditionally Publishing a Mystery Novel "Writing in the tradition of Austen Fiction is inviting people to compare your writing to the greatest novelist who ever lived." - Jessica Bull In this episode, Suzy Vadori sits down with Jessica Bull, the author of the Jane Austen-inspired myster…

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3. [Show, don't Tell Page Review] Historical Fiction with Wayne 31:42

11M ago31:42

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Send us a text Episode 3: Show, don’t Tell Page Submission: Historical Fiction with Wayne Welcome to another episode of Show Don't Tell Writing with Suzy Vadori! In this episode, Suzy offers a live coaching session, diving deep into a listener's submission from their novel. This episode is packed with valuable insights and practical tips to help yo…

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2. Four Must Haves at the Top of Every Scene in Your Book 16:31

11M ago16:31

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Send us a text Episode 2: Four Must-Haves at the Top of Every Scene in Your Book In this episode of "Show Don't Tell Writing," Suzy Vadori delves into the critical elements that need to be at the top of every scene to keep your readers hooked. Learn why some books fail to engage and discover the simple checklist that ensures your scenes are compell…

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1. The One Quality That Means a Writer Will be Successful, Every Time 18:17

11M ago18:17

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Send us a text Episode 1: Do You Have What It Takes to Be a Writer? Welcome to the very first episode of "Show Don't Tell Writing" with your host, Suzy Vadori! In this episode, Suzy dives into the one key quality that guarantees a writer's success—and it's not talent. Debunking Hollywood myths about overnight successes, she emphasizes the importanc…

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Send us a text If writing advice and the lingo used in the publishing industry usually sounds like gobbledygook to you, look no further than this Show, don’t Tell Writing podcast. I’m Author, Editor, and Book Coach Suzy Vadori, and I’m absolutely obsessed with helping writers get their ideas onto the page in a way that readers LOVE. If you think Sh…