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404. To Be Continued: Serialized Stories, with Richie Billing
404. To Be Continued: Serialized Stories, with Richie Billing
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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
The podcast was founded by Wayne Jones on January 7, 2022; was co-hosted by Wayne and Jennia D’Lima from October 9 to December 15, 2023; and since then, it has been hosted by Jennia
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- 404. To Be Continued: Serialized Stories, with Richie Billing · 29 min · Episode 404Send us Fan Mail Author and podcast host Richie Billing returns to discuss the phenomenon of serialized storytelling, how it differs from traditionally written novels, and how to…
- 403. More Than Meets the Eye: The Art of Imagery in Storytelling, with James Elkins · 30 min · Episode 403Send us Fan Mail Art historian and author James Elkins stops by to discuss the pros of using different kinds of images in your story, how they can support the writing around it…
- 402. Slaughter the Psyche: Horror in Small Bites, with Alex Grass · 29 min · Episode 402Send us Fan Mail Author Alex Grass stops by to discuss horror in short stories, the kinds of horror that can be streamlined instead of a full novel, and his secret way to create…
- 401. Our Foundations: The Sacred Bond of Friendships, with Lynn Austin · 29 min · Episode 401Send us Fan Mail Author and educator Lynn Austin discusses how she approached writing friendships at the core of her book, The Lumber Baron’s Wife, and how these friendships can…
- 400. When We Stand Together: The Women's Suffrage Movement, with Tamera Alexander · 27 min · Episode 400Send us Fan Mail Author Tamera Alexander stops by to take a peek behind curtain of the real courage within the women's suffrage movement, how she was able to translate it into a…
- 399. Writing About Real Life Adventures, with Tom French · 31 min · Episode 399Send us Fan Mail Mountaineer, adventurer, and author Tom French discusses how he transformed his life experiences into a thrilling memoir, giving tips and behind-the-scenes…
- 398. A Not-So-Distant Future: World Building Advice, with Justin C. Key · 30 min · Episode 398Send us Fan Mail Psychiatrist, author, and speaker Justin C. Key stops in to discuss world building for near-future science fiction stories, as well as what the increasing use of…
- 397. The Rise of AI . . . and the Problems That Have Been Ignored, with J.A. Merkel · 25 min · Episode 397Send us Fan Mail Author J.A. Merkel is on this week to discuss using AI in storytelling, why it has more drawbacks than benefits, and the secret ingredient that AI-generated…
- 396. A Picture's Worth a Thousand Words: Graphic Novels, with Emil Wilson · 29 min · Episode 396Send us Fan Mail Artist, illustrator, and art director Emil Wilson is here this week to discuss the beauty of graphic novels, the fickleness of memory, and to pass on wisdom that…
- 395. The Path Not Taken: Exploring the Past's "What Ifs", with Stephanie Mack · 29 min · Episode 395Send us Fan Mail Author and public speaker Stephanie Mack stops by to talk about her latest novel, Twenty Something Else, how she was able to explore her main character's past…
- 394. Writing About Unexpected Heroes in Fiction, with Roseanna White · 31 min · Episode 394Send us Fan Mail Historian, author, and returning guest Roseanna White is back to discuss having main characters who don't follow the usual hero archetype while also sharing an…
- 393. After the Vows: The Appeal of the Forced Proximity Trope, with Jenelle Hovde · 29 min · Episode 393Send us Fan Mail Author Jenelle Hovde returns to discuss her newest book, The Light of Stars, the tropes of forced proximity and arranged marriage, and why these unlikely…
- 392. The Perfect Combination: Speculative Fiction and Real-World Issues, with Liz Shipton · 25 min · Episode 392Send us Fan Mail Author, pirate, and return guest Liz Shipton stops by to talk about engaging in real-world issues through speculative fiction with a focus on humor and female…
- 391. The Other Side of Paradise, with Sheila Yasmin Marikar · 30 min · Episode 391Send us Fan Mail Author and journalist Sheila Yasmin Marikar swings by to discuss the pros of using vacation as your story setting, how you can create a deeper exploration of…
- 390. When Past Meets the Present: Writing Dual Timelines, with Melanie Dobson · 27 min · Episode 390Send us Fan Mail Writer and teacher Melanie Dobson talks about the nuances of writing dual timelines, why the connections of past and present are important, and gives advice on…
- 389. Stephen King Unlocked: Into the Vault of Infamous Horror Author, with Caroline Bicks · 31 min · Episode 389Send us Fan Mail Shakespeare scholar and author Caroline Bicks discusses her book, Monsters in the Archive, the insights she learned searching through Stephen King's archives…
- 388. Hook, Line, and Sinker: Capturing an Audience, with A.A. Sekhon · 26 min · Episode 388Send us Fan Mail Author and educator A.A. Sekhon stops by to discuss writing openings that grab readers' attention, the best way to avoid overwhelming your audience, and how she…
- 387. The Meaning of Justice, with April Reynolds · 27 min · Episode 387Send us Fan Mail Author and educator April Reynolds stops by to talk about her book, The Shape of Dreams, how she tackled the nuanced concepts of justice and injustice, and how…
- 386. Reconstruction: A Story of Love Enduring Beyond Life, with Lori Carlson-Hijuelos · 30 min · Episode 386Send us Fan Mail Author and educator Lori Carlson-Hijuelos stops by to talk about her new memoir, A Writing Marriage, the impacts of grief on her life and writing, and how she is…
- 385. Treasure Hunts and Secret Missions, with Connie Mann · 29 min · Episode 385Send us Fan Mail Author and boat captain Connie Mann discusses creating daring adventures on the page, the allure of these treasure hunt narratives, and gives advice on how to…
- 384. Blurring the Lines of Fact and Fiction, with Jean Burgess · 29 min · Episode 384Send us Fan Mail Returning guest and author Jean Burgess is back to discuss drawing inspiration from real life for novels, when to research for accuracy and when you can fill in…
- 383. Discovering the Adventure of Authorship, with Marilyn McEntyre · 29 min · Episode 383Send us Fan Mail Author and writing coach Marilyn McEntyre stops by to discuss the little ways that can kickstart your author journey, what allowing yourself creative writing…
- 382. Uncovering Our True Selves, with Christine Hill Suntz · 27 min · Episode 382Send us Fan Mail Author Christine Hill Suntz is back to discuss how stakes of survival can reveal our true selves, how this can present in romance-driven plots, and how these…
- 381. How High Stakes Settings Can Create High Stakes Situations, with Emily Listfield · 30 min · Episode 381Send us Fan Mail Author and editor Emily Listfield discusses the cultural obsession with elite private schools, why this is the perfect setting to build tension or expose…
- 380. Starting from Rock Bottom: Writing Imperfect Characters, with T.I. Lowe · 26 min · Episode 380Send us Fan Mail Returning guest and bestselling author T.I. Lowe discusses having a main character with major flaws, how to make audiences still root for them, and why these…
- 379. How to Approach Agents and Mentors, with Mary Demuth · 27 min · Episode 379Send us Fan Mail Bestselling author and international speaker Mary Demuth talks about finding the right mentor and agent, the differences between the two, and the best ways to…
- 378. Purpose in Prose: The Philosophy of Writing with David Arndt · 29 min · Episode 378Send us Fan Mail Professor and author David Arndt stops in to discuss the philosophy behind writing, why we find such comfort in the written word, and the pillars that he teaches…
- 377. The Appeal of Opposites Attract in Fiction, with Becca Kinzer · 26 min · Episode 377Send us Fan Mail Returning guest and author Becca Kinzer discusses one of the most popular tropes in fiction, the perfect balance needed in writing opposing love interests, and…
- 376. A Family Affair: How to Portray Sibling Relationships, with Farah Naz Rishi · 27 min · Episode 376Send us Fan Mail Author and voice actor Farah Naz Rishi stops by to discuss how different siblings can be even growing up in the same environment, the highs and lows of these…
- 375. The Only Thing to Fear Is a Blank Page . . . with Ginny Kubitz Moyer · 26 min · Episode 375Send us Fan Mail Author and educator Ginny Kubitz Moyer discusses some common fears that surround new and seasoned writers alike, gives tips on how to push past them, and talks…
- 374. High Thrill and Low Body Count: The Hidden Genre, with Kristine Delano · 28 min · Episode 374Send us Fan Mail Author and former executive Kristine Delano reveals the hidden layers of financial thrillers, how to portray suspense and tension without (too much) blood, and…
- 373. The Future is Now: How Technology is Outpacing Fiction, with Lee Schneider · 28 min · Episode 373Send us Fan Mail Author and producer Lee Schneider analyzes the use of technology in storytelling, how authors are trying to keep up with its rapid innovation in real life, and…
- 372. Parables and Lessons in Plain Sight, with Bill Cates · 28 min · Episode 372Send us Fan Mail Author and speaker Bill Cates (not to be confused with Bill Gates, he points out) discusses what exactly a parable is, why lessons in stories are important, and…
- 371. Art Reflecting Life: Using Humor to Diffuse Intense Situations, with Richard Walter · 19 min · Episode 371Send us Fan Mail Screenwriter and former professor Richard Walter stops by to discuss humor in fiction and real life, how we use it within story, and explain why it is an…
- 370. Ghosts Are for Everyone: A Deep Dive into Ghosts with Daniel Braum · 21 min · Episode 370Send us Fan Mail Author Daniel Braum returns to discuss ghost stories, how they have changed across the centuries, and how the genre has evolved beyond the original ghastly…
- 369. Keeping Your Audience Engaged with Daniel Roth · 25 min · Episode 369Send us Fan Mail Editor, filmmaker, and author Daniel Roth swings by to discuss the importance of dialogue and credibility in keeping readers engaged with your story. ▬ See if…
- 368. Under the Surface: A Discussion of Theme with Alida Winternheimer · 27 min · Episode 368Send us Fan Mail Author and editor Alida Winternheimer talks about what theme is (and isn't!), the importance of theme within story, and when you should establish it in your…
- 367. You're Stuck with Me: When Friendships Turn Toxic with Robin Merle · 28 min · Episode 367Send us Fan Mail Author and executive coach Robin Merle talks about the dynamics of friendships, what can sour those bonds, and how she explored the darker side of these…
- 366. Portrayals of Postpartum Motherhood and Why it Matters with Jaime Parker Stickle · 27 min · Episode 366Send us Fan Mail Writer and podcaster Jaime Parker Stickle visits to talk about her book, Vicious Cycle, creating accurate portrayals of postpartum anxiety and depression, and…
- 365. Humor and Hard Truths with Matthew Check · 25 min · Episode 365Send us Fan Mail Musician and debut author Matthew Check discusses his new memoir, What Would Philip Roth Do?, how he used humor to soften the harshness of reality, and gives his…
- 364. Eco Thrillers and Inspiring Hope with Dheepa R. Maturi · 24 min · Episode 364Send us Fan Mail Author and former lawyer Dheepa R. Maturi discusses eco-thrillers, the importance of balance in dystopian literature and hopeful endings, and also gives advice…
- 363. Basing Stories on True Events with Stephanie Landsem · 23 min · Episode 363Send us Fan Mail Author Stephanie Landsem talks about family history, incorporating it into your story, and all of the consequences that can follow in a special episode of…
- 362. Subverting Expectations: The New Genre of Feminist Thriller, with Charlene Wang · 26 min · Episode 362Send us Fan Mail Special guest and author Charlene Wang discusses the feminist thriller, how her novel, I'll Follow You, is a fresh take, and how the modern age is influencing…
- 361. Division and Unity, with Chip Webster · 21 min · Episode 361Send us Fan Mail Author and executive coach Chip Webster discusses divisions in humanity, the healing properties of writing and poetry, and why it takes a village to create a…
- 360. Family Drama and Hidden Secrets, with Robin W. Pearson · 28 min · Episode 360Send us Fan Mail Former editor and author Robin W. Pearson stops by to discuss fictional family drama, how to keep the age-old genre fresh, and the importance of writing about…
- 359. Going to Hollywood: Behind the Scenes with Noël Stark · 26 min · Episode 359Send us Fan Mail Author and Hollywood-jack-of-all-trades Noël Stark stops by to talk about setting your book in Hollywood, gives a peak behind the curtains on set, and shows how…
- 358. Emotional Honesty for Younger Audiences, with Donna Galanti · 25 min · Episode 358Send us Fan Mail Author Donna Galanti discusses balancing deep emotional truths with childhood innocence in kid's fiction and how this could be important to incorporate into your…
- 357. Entertainment and Education: Writing for Kids, with Terri Lilga · 21 min · Episode 357Send us Fan Mail Author and former teacher Terri Lilga talks about striking the right balance while crafting a children's book, how to make the educational part exciting, and…
- 356. Messages of Hope in Hopeless Worlds, with Tim Weed · 25 min · Episode 356Send us Fan Mail Author Tim Weed swings by to discuss the inherent darkness of the dystopian genre, why he plants seeds of hope amidst it all, and how this can parallel the…
- 355. Beyond Dystopian: Metaphysical Horror, with Ally Walker · 24 min · Episode 355Send us Fan Mail With one last thrill from the season of horror, actress and author Ally Walker discusses metaphysical horror, how it's carved a niche in-between horror and…
