Writing and Editing
Writing and Editing is a podcast for authors that takes a whole-person approach to everything related to writing and editing. Listen in each Thursday for a new twenty-five-minute episode with an author or industry expert. All episodes are freely available in audio wherever you get podcasts. Hosted by Jennia D'Lima
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 27 minutes
- Episodes
- 346
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
325. Overcoming Adversity with Jeff Heggie
Entrepreneur and success coach Jeff Heggie discusses how his book showcases adversity, gives advice on how to overcome it, how this can go beyond athletes.
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324. Blending Magical Realism and Contemporary Events with Angela Brown
Author Angela Brown discusses adding a touch of magical realism to contemporary fiction, the fine line of blending genres, and how she kept her story, Some Other Time, centered.
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323. Making Science Accessible in Fiction with Sara Winokur
Author and geneticist Sara Winokur explains how to write science in a way that is digestible for readers while maintaining its integrity in your story.
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322. How to Balance Sensitive Topics in Your Writing with Becca Kinzer
Author and nurse Becca Kinzer talks about her experience in writing heavy topics, gives tips on creating a light-hearted subplot, and discusses the necessity of incorporating these chal…
321. How to Write Strong Female Characters with Shaylin Gandhi
Author Shaylin Gandhi discusses the nuances of strong female characters, how their stories have changed over time, and details how you can incorporate them into your own writing.
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320. Enhancing Your Book's Packaging with Marrielle Myers
Author and educator Marrielle Myers talks about picture books, how she makes her packages stand out, and how you can also find success in your final product.
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319. Using Loss to Build Connections with Jessica Fein
Author and advocate Jessica Fein speaks about loss, using it to rebuild, and tips for how you can balance heavy topics in your manuscript.
CW: Mentions of grief, loss of a child
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318. How Writing Can Be Part of Your Healing Journey with Francesca Lia Block
Author and educator Francesca Lia Block discusses how writing can be healing, the ways to channel the past into story, and why that means you should pursue your creative ideas.
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317. Unmasking Hybrid Publishing with J.D. Barker
International bestselling author J.D. Barker talks about the different types of publishing, current industry trends, and why hybrid publishing is the path forward.
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316. Bringing Historical Fiction to Life with Samantha Greene Woodruff
Author Samantha Greene Woodruff discusses the stereotypes of the 1920s, how she navigated them in her writing, and how you can bring your own historical fiction to life.
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315. Taking Your First Step as a Writer with Paula Whyman
Editor, author, and new plant enthusiast Paula Whyman discusses the first few steps of how to begin writing your story, including the highs, lows, and all her tips for in between.
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314. Busting the Social Media Myth with Annie Sklaver Orenstein
Researcher and author Annie Sklaver Orenstein talks about her publishing journey, the urban legend of social media followings, and why you can still get published without them.
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313. Beyond the Hero's Journey with Stacey Simmons
Psychotherapist and author Stacey Simmons talks about hero's journey versus the queen's path, their impacts on modern-day literature, and which one you should be using in your story.
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312. How I Became a Traditionally Published Author with Suja Sukumar
Author and physician Suja Sukumar talks about her experiences being traditionally published, what the journey entailed, and gives tips on how to do it yourself.
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311. The Art of Subtext with Sue Mell
Award-winning author Sue Mell joins the podcast to discuss the how she has used subtext in her writing, why it's important, and how you can use it to further your story.
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310. Using Your Own Platform to Sell Your Books with L.C. Son
Award-winning and bestselling author L.C. Son discusses using your own platform to sell your books versus Amazon, the pros and cons, and gives tips on how to make it work for you!
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309. Pace and Don't Race Your Story with Lola Reid Allin
Author and pilot Lola Reid Allin discusses writing the story of your life, how to and not to structure it, and the importance of pacing your novel.
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308. Memoirs and the Principles You Should Know with Wendy Dale
Author and memoir writing teacher Wendy Dale discusses the important steps in writing a memoir, the exceptions to "show don't tell," and why you should beware of online tips.
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307. Worldbuilding, Why You Should Do it, and How, with D.J. Williams
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 t…
306. Your Guide to Getting Your Books in Libraries with Eric Simmons
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 …