The Writer's Journey with Michael La Ronn
Join Michael La Ronn as he documents his personal journey from nobody to bestselling science fiction & fantasy author. Eavesdrop on the secret life of a working writer who publishes 10-12 books per year.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 20 minutes
- Episodes
- 163
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2021
Ep 42 - Year End Review + CRAZY New Project
In the final episode of 2018, I recap everything I’ve accomplished this year. I have a lot to be proud of in 2018, but I’m more excited about what’s on the horizon. Join me as I look back.
Also, I t…
Ep 41 - Behind the Scenes of Moderation Online
In this week’s episode, I talk about the background behind my most unique series, Moderation Online. It’s the story of a group of terrorist vegetables attempting to take down an empire of processed f…
Ep 40 - Christmas Sketchbook
In this week’s sketchbook episode, I talk about my favorite Christmas memories. Cozy up with a cup of your favorite holiday beverage and let’s talk about Christmas.
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Ep 39: The One Where I Read My 1-Star Reviews
In this week’s episode, I read my one-star and two-star reviews, not to ridicule anyone but to show you that all writers deal with rejection. What matters is how you respond.
Lots of funny stuff i…
Episode 38 - A Snippet from the Reconciled People Audiobook
Since there are 5 Thursdays in November, this week I’m sharing an audiobook excerpt from my short story collection, Reconciled People, narrated by Lori Faiella. It’s a short collection, but the audio…
Ep 37: November 2018 Progress Report
In this week’s episode, I talk about a personal update and my news for the month of November.
My Interview with Jim Woods: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/finish-your-book-podcast/id1442120748?m…
Ep 36: Behind the Scenes of Reconciled People
Show Notes (including a transcript and sound credits): www.michaellaronn.com/episode36
Grab your copy of Reconciled People: http://www.michaellaronn.com/reconciledpeople
Check out all the past episod…
Ep 35: Marching Orders
In this episode, I talk about my first marching band experience, and how in many ways it set the tone for how I deal with setbacks and overcome obstacles.
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Ep 34: Things I'm Thankful for in the Writing Life
In this episode, I talk about the things I’m grateful for as a writer. Life is about counting your blessings. This week, I celebrate them.
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Ep 33: October 2018 Progress Report
In this episode, I give an update on my work, and I tell my favorite Halloween memory.
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Show Notes (including a transcript and sound credits): www.michaellaronn.com/episode33
My new book, How …
Ep 32: Behind the Scenes of Magic Souls
In this week’s episode I go behind the scenes of writing my first novel, Magic Souls. Not only did I have to learn how to write a novel, I had to learn how to write an interactive novel and format it…
Ep 31: How My Home Got Invaded (by an Army of Carpenter Ants)
In this week’s episode I talk about an infestation of carpenter ants in my home a few years ago that made me respect this unique and incredible force of nature. In this week’s episode I talk about an…
Ep 30: Writing vs Reading
Writers write. Readers read. But as a professional writer, I’ve found it difficult to balance the two. In this week’s episode I talk about my struggle to find time to read.
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To Be Read Podcast: …
Ep 29: September 2018 Progress Report
In this week’s episode I talk about my writing progress for September… and I invite a special guest on.
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Book of the Week: Nightmare Stalkers
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Ep 28: Why I Quit Writing a Series
In this week’s episode I talk about why I stopped writing my latest series and why I have no problem failing in public.
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Why I Quit Writing My Novel Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1yQ6Uj…
Ep 27: My Friend, Falling in Love
In this week’s episode, I talk about how I watched a friend of mine fall in love.
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Book of the Week: Android Poems (http://www.elliottparkerpoetry.com/androidpoems)
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Ep 26: Top 5 Life Secrets I Learned THIS YEAR
In this week’s episode, I talk about 5 life secrets that I’ve learned this year alone from my professional life. This episode is not what you think it is.
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Ep 25A: A Snippet from the Death Marked Audiobook
In this week’s episode, I play a sample from the Death Marked audiobook, since there are 5 Thursdays in the month. Enjoy!
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Death Marked: http://www.michaellaronn.com/deathmarked
Ep 25: 8/23/18 Progress Report
In this week’s episode, I give an update on two speaking engagements I’ll be participating in, and I share an old cassette from an old career that might surprise you.
I’ll be speaking live at the fol…
Ep 24: How I Deal with Writer's Block
Writer’s block affects every writer. In this episode, I talk about unique skill I’ve cultivated that has helped me turn moments of “writer’s block” into the best sources of my creativity.
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Book …