The Writing Gym Podcast | Annalisa Parent | Writing Coach
The Writing Gym podcast is a writer's go-to source for quality information about how to finish, publish, and market writing in all genres. Not only does it give you the implementable steps you need, it's fun. No snorefest here. You'll laugh at the Quirk O' the week and enjoy hard-hitting advice from top agents, best-selling authors, and publishers.
Visit iTunes or www.writing-gym.com/podcast to hear these guests and more:
--Top NYC literary agent Eric Reuben. He's represented dozens of best-selling authors and gives writers step-by-step advice
--Entrepreneur Writer and Business Expert Jill Shiefelbein on how she wrote her book quickly and got it published by a top publisher.
--Multiple New York Times Best Selling author John David Mann on how to create writing success
PLUS authors, publishers and agents from all over the world giving their top tips. This is not a podcast you want to miss.
- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 20 minutes
- Episodes
- 189
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2022
Ep 29: How to Write with Passion, with Chef Charles Carroll
In this episode you’ll discover:
How to successfully write what you know
How to work with a co-author
How to use social media to promote your book
How to find passion for your writing
How to overcome…
Ep 28: How to Expand Your Business with a Book, with Mike Bender
In this episode Annalisa Parent Summea speaks with Mike Bender of Awkward Family Photos
In this episode you’ll discover:
How to select a co-author for your book
How to build a platform for your busin…
Ep 27: How to refine your craft techniques, with Matt Dickerson
In this episode you’ll discover: How to juggle a busy career and still find time to write How separating writing and revision can increase productivity How setting time-based goals vs. word count-bas…
Ep 26: How to stay Organized and Efficient While Writing your Expert Book, with Renee Hasseldine
In this episode you’ll discover:
- How to write the first draft of your book in three days
- How to use post-it notes to streamline your writing process
- How a writing retreat can help you finish your bo…
Ep 25: Down the Pantser Vortex with Annalisa ParentSummea: Live on KYGT, with Jerry Fabyanic
In this episode, you'll discover:
- How to write without an outline (by the seat of your pants)
- How to know where to go after completing your first draft
- How writing your book out of order can unleash…
Ep 24: How to Sell Your Business Book, with Sharon Galluzzo
In this episode you’ll discover:
How to make time for the work you’re doing
How to make time for the work you’re doing
The two phases of writing
How to make a business book better and more engaging t…
Ep 23: How to Start the Next Chapter of Your Life and Start a New Story, with Serena Low
In this episode you’ll discover:
- How to reinvent your career to follow your dreams
- How to pick the perfect title for your nonfiction book
- How a writing coach can help you finish your book
- How to car…
Ep 22: How to Dig Deep into Creativity and Improve Your Writing, with Lisa Murray
In this episode, you'll discover:
How to spark your creativity
How to break out of writer’s block
How to organize your writing process
How to revise and edit your manuscript
Ep 21: The Secret Tool to Reach Your Readers (Hint: It’s Science), with Rob Taylor
- How to apply learning theory to your writing
- How to get over writer’s block
- How to create believable characters
- How to secure your writing career
- How to improve the pacing in your novel
- How to outli…
Ep 20: Overcoming the Fear to Become a Writer, with Joe Serio
- How to overcome the fear and become a writer
- How your career shapes your writing life
- How to write a book series
- How accomplish your writing dreams
- How to format your book series
- How to write a moti…
Ep 19: How to Write and Publish Poetry, with Jerry Johnson
In this episode, you’ll discover:
- How to set your book to music
- How to get inspiration for your poetry
- How to publish poetry
- How to co-author a novel
- How to avoid typos in your book
- How to read well…
Ep 18: How to Find Inspiration for your Writing, with Sean Prentiss
In this episode you’ll discover:
- How to find your inspiration
- How to use writing prompts to generate creativity
- How to get back into the ‘writing groove’
- How to develop your characters
Ep 17: A Step-by-Step Guide to Self-Publish and Sell your Books, with Jim Defilippi
In this episode Annalisa Parent Summea speaks with Jim Defilippi, Petros Galanoulis, Kim Tavendale, and Barb Klein.
In this episode you’ll discover:
- How to write the quality book that will sell your…
Ep 16: How to Overcome Struggles with Your Writing, with Kevin Huhn
Ep 15: The Power of Story, with Steve Woody
In this episode you’ll discover:
How to take control of your online presence
How to create profitable websites
How to get your message out there
The importance of a quality message and the power of a…
Ep 14: Experimenting With Your Writing Habit, with Fiona Craig
Fiona Craig discusses how to experiment with and find your writing habit, how to use childhood to inspire passion, how to find courage to publish, unstructured vs. structured approaches to writing, s…
Ep 13: How to Leverage Social Media to SELL your Books, with Jill Schiefelbein
In this episode you’ll discover: How to launch your book How to market your book How to market your book on social media How to use FB live to market your book How to use crowdsourcing to sell your b…
Ep 12: How to break your publishing dreams into smaller, attainable goals, with Dr. Julie Connor
Dr. Julie Connor is a TEDx speaker, educator, and author. She prepares youth to be leaders and adults to be mentors and role models. She inspires audiences throughout the country to dream big and tra…
Ep 11: How to Find the Story and Tell it, with John David Mann
John David Mann is an award-winning author whose writings have earned the Nautilus Award, the Axiom Business Book Award (Gold Medal), and Taiwan’s Golden Book Award for Innovation. He is coauthor of …
Ep 10: How to SELL your book, with the Go-Giver’s Bob Burg
Bob Burg is a sought-after speaker at company leadership and sales conferences sharing the platform with everyone from today’s business leaders and broadcast personalities to even a former U.S. Presi…