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EPISODE SHOW NOTESSo, just how long does it take to write a book? You know the answer, we know the answer - but give this episode a listen anyway, to find out why we picked it. :)As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts
EPISODE SHOW NOTESLast week, we talked about stretching your word count, but what if you go over your word count? It’s not always easy to cut words and certain scenes. This week, we discuss various ways you can make your manuscript shorter.In
EPISODE SHOW NOTESAre you an underwriter? Do you often struggle to get your word count up? Then you might enjoy this episode where we discuss what you can do to boost those word counts!As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your t
EPISODE SHOW NOTESWriting for children is an art form all on its own. While it has the same pieces as any novel, children’s books are unique and serves a different purpose for its age group. This week, Darlene Foster joins us to discuss why wr
EPISODE SHOW NOTESDo you suffer from perfection? Is it hard to let your manuscript see the light of day because it's not yet "perfect?" Are you striving to be the best beyond all measure? Well, stop it! In today's episode, we are talking ab
EPISODE SHOW NOTESIf you're a writer, then you probably have a website, right? Right? And if you have a website, then you might also have a blog. A blog is a great way to keep your website looking active and updated. This week, Ari and Rachel
EPISODE SHOW NOTESIn this week's episode, we (try) to discuss the difference between cliches and tropes. I say try, because apparently it was a crazy day for both of us, so if you made it through to the end, good on yer!As always, thanks fo
EPISODE SHOW NOTESOne big decision all writers face is the matter of publishing: traditional or self? It's not an easy choice, which is why Ari and Rachel are joined on the podcast this week by Wendy Simpson who discusses what the traditional
EPISODE SHOW NOTESMotivation can be pretty elusive and if you are hoping to find some behind the fridge, we can guarantee it's not hiding there. If you struggle with feeling motivated to write, then check out today's episode.What we cover:Gi
EPISODE SHOW NOTESWhen was the last time you went to your library? If it's been a couple of months, go ahead and plan a trip there. Libraries are useful for everyone for a number of reasons, but writers can get a lot out of it. This week, Ari
EPISODE SHOW NOTESLet's throw in a quick disclaimer - we are not talking about THAT kind of pleasure - this episode topic is NOT about reading erotica. So get your mind out of the gutter! :pIn today's show, we are talking about reading for f
EPISODE SHOW NOTESHave you ever wanted to dabble in different genres but have always been told to stick to one? Sometimes, you need to branch out and do what makes you happy. This week, Ari and Rachel are joined by Chyina Powell to discuss why
EPISODE SHOW NOTESIn today's episode, we are digging into the idea of using Editing Checklists to make editing your manuscript a little more efficient!In this episode, we cover:NamesRepeating WordsDialogue TagsPOVChaptersCharacter Bala
EPISODE SHOW NOTESYay for 200 episodes! Thank you so much for always listening and supporting the podcast for 200 episodes. We truly appreciate it.This week, Ari and Rachel answer rapid fire questions (not so rapidly) about reading and writin
EPISODE SHOW NOTESWhat are your thoughts on dialogue? Can a novel have too much? That is today's topic Rachel and I discuss. In this episode, we cover:Our thoughts on too much dialogueHow to achieve more of a balance in your writingAs a
EPISODE SHOW NOTESA new year means new goals! This week, Ari and Rachel talk about some ways you can create writing goals for yourself.In this episode, we cover:Group/organize tasks based on their lengthSetting deadlines for yourselfTaking
EPISODE SHOW NOTESIt's a new year and you probably want to set off on the right foot this year. So in this episode, Ari and Rachel discuss a few ideas for keeping your Writing life organised! In this episode, we cover:Creating a writing kit
EPISODE SHOW NOTESAnother successful podcast year is in the books! This week, we discuss some of our favorite episodes that were released in 2023. (We also get completely off-topic in true Merry Writer fashion!)In this episode, we cover:Ari'
EPISODE SHOW NOTESAs the end of the year is in sight, we thought we'd do something a little different and today's episode discusses some of the differences Ari and Rachel have observed between American English and British English.In this ep
EPISODE SHOW NOTESThis week, Ari and Rachel decided it would be fun to discuss if they've seen their story ideas in other books at the store. Sometimes it takes us a while to get our ideas to paper and other people write and publish similar pl
EPISODE SHOW NOTESThis week, Wilmar Luna is back on the show with Ari and Rachel to discuss building a horror universe.In this episode, we cover:How much world-building needs to go into a horror universe?What are the main aspects to consid
EPISODE SHOW NOTESIt's not always easy to end you novel. Sometimes we have an idea of how they'll end and sometimes we don't. But did you know there are many different types of endings?In this episode, we cover:The resolved endingThe unreso
EPISODE SHOW NOTESInfo dumping can really slow down the pace of your story, can annoy many readers and even have them skipping over chunks of your work. So what can you do to stop info dumping? Today, Ari and Rachel tackle this issue with so
EPISODE SHOW NOTESIt's no secret that authors need a website, but where do you start? You can hire someone to help you or you can DIY it.This week, Pauline Wiles joins Ari and Rachel to discuss creating a professional author website.In this
EPISODE SHOW NOTESWant to get your books written faster? Increasing your writing or typing speed can definitely help. This week, Ari and Rachel discuss a few simple tips for helping to make things a little quicker.In this episode, we cover:
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