On today’s chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast I share three things that have changed my writing life for the better lately including:1. Kanban Board2. Setting not only a daily, but also weekly word count target for my WIP (and of course, sticker

Use the Rule of Three to Write Compelling Characters

Nov 24th, 2021

On today’s chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast I share how using the rule of three in your writing to create compelling character arcs can help raise the stakes in your novel.The Word Weaver Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and now o

Defining your Book's Premise, Logline, and Elevator Pitch

Nov 17th, 2021

Today’s chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast is short and sweet, but imperative for a great story. Learning how to write a book premise, logline, and define your book’s elevator pitch is the first step to writing a book. The second step is struct

Author Lindsay Zier-Vogel on Her Debut Novel LETTERS TO AMELIA

Nov 10th, 2021

On today’s chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast I have the pleasure of chatting with author Lindsay Zier-Vogel about her debut novel, LETTERS TO AMELIA. In our conversation, we discuss (amongst many things): the transformative power of letter wri

How to Handle Constructive Criticism as a Writer

Oct 27th, 2021

On today’s chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast I chat about ways to handle constructive criticism and negative feedback as a writer. Writing and publishing books requires a level of vulnerability that can make the harsh sting of criticism hurt on

Colby Sharma, Speaker and Author of The Curveball

Oct 20th, 2021

On today’s chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast I chat with Colby Sharma, speaker and author of THE CURVEBALL: A Story of Grit, Adversity, and Winning the Game of Life. Colby discusses his debut book, the heroic vs. egoic self, and shares valuable

5 Tips on Writing Great Book Blurb Descriptions

Oct 7th, 2021

On today’s chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast I share my top five tips on how to write a great book blurb. Your title and cover can grab a potential reader’s attention, but it’s your book description that does most of the heavy lifting in entici

Bestselling Historical Romance Author Rachel McMillan

Sep 29th, 2021

On today’s chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast I have the pleasure of chatting with bestselling historical romance (and mystery) author, Rachel McMillan. Rachel has published over 16 books and counting, including bestseller THE LONDON RESTORATION

Why Internal Conflict is Key to Writing a Good Story

Sep 22nd, 2021

On today’s chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast I give a very brief (we are talking the briefest of brief) life update before I delve into why internal conflict is a necessary ingredient to any good story and how it drives character development. I

Liselle Sambury Author of Blood Like Magic

Sep 8th, 2021

On today’s chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast I chat with Liselle Sambury, the Simon & Schuster debut novelist of BLOOD LIKE MAGIC, also an Indigo Staff Pick. Liselle is a wealth of knowledge on the traditional publishing industry and I loved he

Why Taking Writing Breaks is Important

Aug 11th, 2021

Today’s chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast is a short solo episode where I talk about why I’m currently taking a writing break and the importance of refilling your creative well. Available on all podcast platforms and now on YouTube.Word Weaver

Liz Hauck Author of Home Made

Aug 5th, 2021

On today’s chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast I reunite with a Harvard classmate, Liz Hauck, the author of HOME MADE: A Story of Grief, Groceries, Showing Up, And What We Make When We Make Dinner, published in June 2021 by Penguin RandomHouse. R

How to Motivate Yourself to Write (Even When You Don't Want To)

Jul 29th, 2021

On today’s chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast I share a few tried and true tips 'n tricks on how to motivate yourself to write (even when you don’t want to). It’s summer and we’re slowly emerging from a long pandemic-induced season of hibernatio

Marlowe Granados Author of Happy Hour

Jul 21st, 2021

On today’s chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast I get the chance to chat with the beautiful and brilliant Marlowe Granados. She’s a writer, filmmaker, and author of the debut novel HAPPY HOUR. I loved getting to hear about her writing process, jou

Life Lately Post Publication of my First Book

Jul 14th, 2021

Today’s chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast is short, but sweet. I wanted to introduce the new updated podcast branding and design look ~ a little sleeker, chicer, simpler and give a general life update post publication of my first book. In a way

BEHIND THE RED DOOR Book Launch Q&A

May 16th, 2021

On today's chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast I’m fresh from the launch of my debut book, BEHIND THE RED DOOR, and giving you my raw, real, honest answers to your book launch Q&A. Thank you for asking such great questions — and for sharing & sup

Why You Need a DONE LIST with your TO DO List to Recognize Small Wins

Apr 7th, 2021

On today's chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast I explain why everyone needs a DONE LIST in their lives and how writing one has helped decrease my stress/overwhelm from my never-ending To Do List. My motivation and mood has been amplified by seein

5 Ways to Come Up With Book Ideas

Mar 31st, 2021

On today's chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast I’m sharing five ways to come up with book ideas and what to do with them when inspiration strikes!Word Weaver Podcast LinksInstagram: @wordweaverpodcastWebsite: louiseclairejohnson.com/podcast#wordw

How to Stop Self-Sabotaging Your Success

Mar 24th, 2021

On today's chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast I’m giving a little author life update as I gear up for my book launch this spring. I also talk about why we self-sabotage right before we’re about to achieve a goal and how to stop getting in the wa

Avoiding Productive Procrastination & Moving the Needle to Achieve Your Writing Goals

Jan 27th, 2021

On today's chapter of the #WordWeaverPodcast I’m talking about how to stop procrastinating on writing your book and start prioritizing “To Do” tasks that move the needle closer to achieving your big goals. Preparing to write instead of actually

How to Become a New York Times Bestseller

Jan 20th, 2021

On today's chapter of the Word Weaver Podcast I’m diving headfirst into a highly Googled topic for most writers and aspiring authors, and that is how to land your book on the coveted New York Times bestseller list.For many of us, the credibilit

Tatum Dooley on Her Writing Life, How to Pitch Editors, and Curating an Artful Existence (even in lockdown)

Jan 18th, 2021

On today's chapter of the Word Weaver Podcast I chat with Toronto-based writer and art curator, Tatum Dooley. Her writing has appeared in the Globe & Mail, Artforum, The Walrus, Vogue UK, Lenny Letter, TeenVogue and more. She is also the founde

How to Become a Bestselling Author in Canada

Jan 13th, 2021

On today's chapter of the Word Weaver Podcast I’m answering the burning questions every (Canadian) author asks themselves or types into Google: how many books do you have to sell to be a bestseller in Canada and how can you become a bestselling

Book Review Monogamy by Sue Miller (The First Step Podcast Book Club Discussion)

Jan 12th, 2021

On today's chapter of the Word Weaver Podcast I’m sharing the second book club episode from The First Step Podcast where Calissa and I discuss the novel Monogamy by Sue Miller. We also discuss our favourite books from 2020. These book club epis

Should You Use a Pen Name?

Jan 6th, 2021

On today's chapter of the Word Weaver Podcast I’m talking all about pen names, aka. nom de plumes, and whether or not you should publish under a pseudonym. Overall, it’s a personal choice and there really is no right or wrong answer, but in thi