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41. Book talk: Discovering layers w/ Maria Secoy

Enjoy a combination of bantering and insight into writing techniques as two friends discuss a few books that changed their lives for the better and tortured them in high school.

14. Rewriting your parenthood story w/ Emily Popek

What does editing a book and parenting have in common? A ton, actually! As an editor, your job is to excavate through what you are given and pull out the best from the author. Same goes with good parenting.

72. BOOK TALK: The Witch Collector Review

Learn what makes this fantasy book unique with its use of magic and sign language in The Witch Collector review. Gain tips on avoiding info dumps and introducing several characters too.

21. Unearthing my identity beyond mom

With Maria Secoy as guest host, Erin P.T. Canning shares the lead up to losing her identity and motivation for writing after parenthood—and the resources she used to find both again.

55. From struggling writer to urban fantasy author w/ Michelle Summers

Michelle Summers shares her inspiring journey as an urban fantasy author who brought mythological characters to life through the power of human beliefs.

57. Write Women Book Fest 2023: Inspiring journeys and genre magic (part 2)

In the second part of the 2023 Write Women Book Fest journey, 7 women writers share their inspiring stories, cover the challenges they've overcome, and encourage writers to pursue their passion.

29. Using children’s stories to inspire your writing w/ Maria Secoy

In this episode, Maria explains what questions writers can ask themselves, and their children, to expand their understanding of what makes a story when reading children's stories.

25. Navigating your Google and Word docs easily

Did you know that you don’t have to sit down and write a story from beginning to end? Learn how to use built-in features in Google Docs and Word so you can navigate and outline chapters and scenes easily.

51. Strengthen your sentences with 4 easy tips

In today’s episode, you’re going to learn four easy tips that have a powerful impact on your sentences. In fact, they’re so easy that you can start implementing them today. Bonus: You'll also learn how zombies can help.

62. The art of earnings: Mastering full-time writing with Sarah Werner

Learn how you too can build a career as a full-time writer. Sarah Werner talks to us today about ghostwriting, experimenting with her creativity, and what's worked best for her.

60. Crafting your writer’s resolution: 6 steps to writing success in the new year

This episode outlines 6 specific steps to help writers achieve substantial progress and overcome common obstacles like self-doubt or competing priorities. Start your writing New Year off on the right foot with achievable goals.

44. Healing through creative writing and journaling w/ Rebecca Evans

Discover how Rebecca Evans uses creative writing and journaling not only to reconnect with herself daily but also to find purpose in her traumatic experiences.