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Shifting the needle from dreaming to writing
47. Shifting the needle from dreaming to writing
The clips highlight some reoccurring themes among my guests that shift the needle from dreaming about writing to taking action.
Episode 74, Capture story ideas with discovery drafts, on the Embracing the fiction author journey podcast
74. Capture Story Ideas with Discovery Drafts
Struggling to finish that first draft? Got lost in the murky middle? Learn how discovery drafts can help you capture your story idea much more quickly.
Finishing the first draft: Character development
23. Finishing the first draft: Character development
Have you ever written something you love, that you’re feeling excited about, but you find yourself unable to get past a certain scene or finish the first draft?
5 Primary Sentences Patterns
Strengthen Your Writing: Know the 5 Primary Sentence Patterns
Have you ever read a sentence or even paragraph that took your breath away? When you can recognize the pieces of the puzzle, you'll be able to learn how to do the same.
Unraveling the 3 Main Types of Editors: How They Support Writers episode of the Parents Who Write podcast
63. Unraveling the 3 Main Types of Editors: How They Support Writers
Discover out how finding the right editor can help you avoid or blow through your confusion and doubt. You’ll also learn the major differences between development editors, inline editors, and proofreader.
Scenes, Characters, Series, Oh My! Taming the Chaos of Multi-Project Writing w/ Edward Green, episode 65 of the Parents Who Write podcast
65. Scenes, characters, series, oh my! Taming the chaos of multi-project writing w/ Edward Green
Do you struggle with multi-project writing? In this episode, Edward shares not only his writing journey but also the answers to questions that used to plague him too. Like, how do you keep track of all those random scenes that pop into your head?
5 easy ways to make time to write, even for busy parents
5 Ways to Make Time to Write
Don't let those never-ending to-do lists stop you from pursuing your goals. Find out how you too can make time to write, even with a super busy schedule.
Planning realistic New Year’s writing goals
27. Planning realistic New Year’s writing goals
Planning our writing goals is crucial to our success. But we also need to set realistic goals we can achieve. Use these 6 steps to ensure your writing success this new year.
Writing about difficult, familial subjects w/ Camisha Broussard
05. Writing about difficult, familial subjects w/ Camisha Broussard
She turned tragedy into an opportunity to openly discuss mental health with her child. Camisha Broussard, an English college professor, is on today's podcast.
Bonus: 7 ways to make time for your writing and yourself podcast
Bonus: 7 ways to make time for your writing and yourself
Making time for your writing, especially for us busy parents, is something I talk a lot about here on Conversations with Parents who Write. Enjoy these 7 tips in this flash podcast episode.
24. Finishing the first draft: Staying motivated
24. Finishing the first draft: Staying motivated
In this episode, Erin talks about staying motivated, because we all have those moments when we lose steam, even when writing a story we’re excited about.
68. Prioritizing your passion: Writing while parenting
Feeling burnt out juggling family and writing? This episode explores practical strategies for prioritizing your writing dreams alongside the chaos of family life. Listen in as Erin and Michelle share their experiences and tips for overcoming overwhelm and finding time for creativity.