E006: Do I Need a Writing/English Degree to Be a Writer?
Show Notes for “Do I Need a Writing/English Degree to Be a Writer?” Will a degree help my writing? Is it even worth it? Well, the answer is that it depends on what you want to get out of it. Abby and Amanda talk about their experiences in academia to shed some light on going...
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E005: How Do I Beat Writer’s Block?
Show Notes for “How to Beat Writer’s Block” Abby has a controversial opinion about writer’s block. Listen to find out what it is plus tips on how to beat writer’s block. Things Mentioned on the Show Coming soon. Transcript Coming soon.
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E004: How Do I Overcome Imposter Syndrome With My Writing?
Show Notes for “How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome” Thoughts such as “What if my writing isn’t good enough?” will only hurt your writing in the long run. How can writers overcome imposter syndrome? Note: The ‘making the bed’ example was not Coach Carter but rather advice from Admiral William H. McRaven. Will post the link...
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E003: How to Write the Beginning
Show Notes for “How to Write the Beginning” What makes a good beginning when writing a novel? How do you unearth the beginning, knowing how important it is to hook the reader and pack a punch? Trigger warnings: Domestic abuse 12:26 - 14:14. Sexual violence 22:07 - 23:09. Things Mentioned on the Show Coming soon....
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E002: Can I Draw from Real Life for My Fiction?
Show Notes for “Can I Draw from Real Life for My Fiction?” Is it okay to pull something you experienced in real life from your fiction? Do you need consent to do it? Will it be a legal problem if I write badly about someone? Note: We kept saying “slander,” when we really meant “libel.”...
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E001: Should I Outline My Novel? (Plotters vs. Pantsers)
Show Notes for “Should I Outline My Novel? (Plotters vs. Pantsers)” What type of writing process works for you? Should you outline your novel or just free write? Who has the better process: plotters or pantsers? The reality is that each type of writing process has its pros and cons. We discuss them in this...
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E000: What Is the Ask Your Editor Podcast?
Show Notes for “What Is the Ask Your Editor Podcast?” Episode Zero is to get to know who the hosts of Ask Your Editor are and what the show is about. Things Mentioned on the Show Stop Stigma Sacramento OCD Foundation Transcript Keep in mind that this is a transcript from audio. Content has been...
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Ask Your Editor - Writing Podcast Coming Soon
ASK YOUR EDITOR is a podcast that will discuss the writing process, the writer’s life, and other topics related to creative writing. What makes us unique is our thoughtful discourse from both the writer’s and the editor’s perspective. Ask Your Editor has just begun recording and will be available at the beginning of the year.