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
305. How to Add Humor to Your Writing with C.J. Spataro
Author and professor C.J. Spataro discusses how to create a book that's funny, including how not to write characters, where the humor could be falling flat, and much more in a special b…
304. How to Write Historical Thrillers with Sarah Raughley
Author Sarah Raughley discusses all things historical thriller, from creating compelling narratives to keeping suspense, and just how historically accurate you should be.
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303. Writing With Honesty with Anna Moore
Author Anna Moore shares the importance of writing with honesty, what exactly that means, and how it can enhance your story.
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302. Experimental Prose in Memoir with Jennifer Lang
Author and yogi Jennifer Lang talks about experimental prose, how to use it in memoir, and why it gives you more freedom in telling your story.
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Jennifer Lang is a San Francisco Bay Are…
301. How to Conduct Research for Your Historical Fiction with Leah Lindeman
Author and self-described historian Leah Lindeman discusses what to research, what resources to use, and what not to do when writing historical fiction.
In honor of Leah's book, Redeemed…
300. How to Nourish Your Body for Productivity with Molly Lupo
Dr. Molly Lupo talks about the importance of nutrition, how it can vary based on our daily activities, and what you can begin doing to keep your energy up.
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299. What to Look for When Hiring a Cover Designer with Rachel Rosen
Author and cover designer Rachel Rosen discusses the importance of a good cover design, the dos and don'ts when it comes to covers, and the benefits of hiring a cover designer.
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298. How to Write a Fairy Tale Retelling with Kalynn Bayron
Bestselling author Kalynn Bayron discusses fairy tale retellings, how they are different from reimaginings, and what is most important for writers to do before taking them on.
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297. How to Find Work Life Balance as an Author with Alyssa Hazel
Author Alyssa Hazel is here to give you tips on how to create work-life balance as an author and how your goals will impact your writing journey.
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296. How to Plan a Successful Book Launch with Danielle Mendoza
Bestselling author and podcast host Danielle Mendoza talks about the best places for a book launch, the details you need to consider, and insider tips about how to make it a success.
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295. Why You Should Join an Online Writing Community with Ian Craven
Author and publicist Ian Craven discusses online writing communities, networking within the industry, and how you can improve your own writing in a group.
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294. Are Book Tours Worth It? With Richie Billing
Author and podcaster Richie Billing is back talking about book tours, what they involve, how much they cost, and what you could possibly do instead.
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293. How to Write a Second Chance Romance with T.I. Lowe
Bestselling author T.I. Lowe talks all things second chance romance, from establishing the characters, to balancing heavy plotlines with lighthearted moments, to that one aspect she say…
292. When Life Imitates Art with Bryan VanDyke
Author and digital strategist Bryan VanDyke discusses what it's like when real life resembles plot, how that can change readers' perceptions of the story, and details his own experience…
291. Writing About Family Secrets with Ava Morgyn
Author Ava Morgyn discusses writing family secrets into the plot of your story, how they take on new life, and why readers love them.
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https://www.avamorgyn.com/
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290. Music Industry Tips for Book Marketing with Ari Rosenschein
Author and musician Ari Rosenschein is back to talk about the parallels between publishing and the music industry, and gives unique tips on how you can market your book!
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289. Ethical Storytelling with Dante Terese
Author Dante Terese talks about what ethical storytelling means, the uses of "good versus evil" in narratives, and the difference in writing heroes and villains.
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288. Environmental Themes in Literature with Kate Brandes
Author and geologist Kate Brandes discusses creative writing from a scientist's perspective, the current trend of environmental literature, and why community is still at the heart of th…
287. How to Be an Authortunist with Angela Yuriko Smith
Award-winning poet, author, and publisher Angela Yuriko Smith discusses how to find unique opportunities writers might not have realized existed and how to use them to enhance your publ…
286. Writing Short Stories to a Theme with Patrick Barb
Author and editor Patrick Barb tells listeners what goes into making a collection or anthology around a theme, how to assemble short stories thematically, and the dos and don'ts of writ…