• 307. Worldbuilding, Why You Should Do it, and How, with D.J. Williams
    Jan 9 2025

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    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 Lion Rock, here:
    https://www.tyndale.com/p/beacon-hill-3-battle-of-lion-rock/9781496462763

    Check out his socials:
    https://www.instagram.com/djwilliamsbooks/
    https://x.com/djwilliamsbooks

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    32 mins
  • 306. Your Guide to Getting Your Books in Libraries with Eric Simmons
    Jan 2 2025

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    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"
    Library Consulting Services

    Check out the other resources recommended by Eric:

    • Get Your Book Into Libraries Now – Eric's YouTube interview with April Cox.
    • How To Get Your Self-Published Book Into Libraries – His podcast interview with Joanna Penn.
    • “How To Get Your Book Into Libraries” – For several years, this article was the top Google search result on the subject out of 2 billion “hits.”
    • “Get Your Book Into Libraries”
    • Library Marketing Services



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    35 mins
  • 305. How to Add Humor to Your Writing with C.J. Spataro
    Dec 29 2024

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    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 fiction:
    https://www.cjspataro.com/books

    Check out C.J. on her socials:
    https://www.instagram.com/cjspataro/
    https://www.threads.net/@cjspataro
    https://www.facebook.com/cjspataro

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    26 mins
  • 304. How to Write Historical Thrillers with Sarah Raughley
    Dec 26 2024

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    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 Queen's Spade when it's out on January 14th (or preorder now)!!



    Visit Sarah's website:
    https://sarahraughley.com/

    Grab a copy of her books:
    https://sarahraughley.com/books-by-sarah-raughley/

    Follow Sarah on her Instagram and Threads:
    https://www.instagram.com/s_raughley/

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    27 mins
  • 303. Writing With Honesty with Anna Moore
    Dec 19 2024

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    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/

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    24 mins
  • 302. Experimental Prose in Memoir with Jennifer Lang
    Dec 12 2024

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    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 Landed: A yogi’s memoir in pieces & poses into the world. A graduate of Vermont College of Fine Arts, Jennifer was an Assistant Editor at Brevity. Her prize-winning essays appear in Baltimore Review, Under the Sun, Midway Journal, and elsewhere. A longtime yoga instructor, she teaches YogaProse.

    Connect with Jennifer:
    https://israelwriterstudio.com
    instagram.com/jenlangwrites facebook.com/jenlangwrites
    facebook.com/israelwriterstudio

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    24 mins
  • 301. How to Conduct Research for Your Historical Fiction
    Dec 6 2024

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    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 more about the event here, and check out Redeemed From the Ashes, which follows a young woman's journey in the aftermath of the explosion.



    Check out Leah's website:
    https://leahlindeman.com/

    Grab a copy of her books:
    https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B01DK7C1YC

    Follow Leah on her socials:
    https://www.instagram.com/leahtlind/
    https://www.facebook.com/leahtlind
    https://www.youtube.com/@PentoPaper/videos

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    26 mins
  • 300. How to Nourish Your Body for Productivity with Molly Lupo
    Nov 27 2024

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    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/

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    22 mins