#92: The 5 Functions of Dialogue in Your Story
In today’s episode, we’re going to look at the five functions of dialogue in your story. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [03:50] Function #1: Dialogue can help you advance the plot [05:50] Funct...
23 Touko 202320min
#91: Student Spotlight: How She Went From First Draft to Landing Her Dream Agent with Jamie Varon
In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Jamie Varon to talk through her incredibly inspiring story of how she went from writing the first draft of her novel to landing her dream agent. Here’s a prev...
9 Touko 20231h 10min
#90: How to Choose the Best Point of View for Your Story
In today’s episode, I’m going to walk you through how to choose the best point of view and tense for your story. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [01:35] Point of view is the lens through which ...
4 Huhti 202319min
#89: Student Spotlight: How She Used Short Stories to Hone Her Craft (and Publish Her Debut Novel) with Pauline Yates
In today's episode, I’m sitting down with Pauline Yates to talk through how she used short stories to hone her craft and publish her debut novel. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [03:05] An intr...
21 Maalis 20231h 3min
#88: Perfectionism vs. Procrastination: What's REALLY Going On?
In today’s episode, I’m talking about how perfectionism is really just another form of procrastination. I also share some words of wisdom to help you get back on track and moving forward with your wri...
14 Maalis 202315min
#87: First Chapter Analysis: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab
In today’s episode, we’re taking a deep dive into the first chapter of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab. Join me and fellow developmental editor, Abigail Perry, as we talk through the ...
28 Helmi 202339min
#86: A Week in the Life: 7 Days Behind the Scenes with Savannah (February 2023)
In today’s episode, I’m taking you behind-the-scenes with me throughout my entire week, and I’m going to share what I’m working on, what big projects I’m focused on right now, and basically, anything ...
21 Helmi 202331min
#85: Student Spotlight: How She Overcame Her Fear of the Blank Page (and Indie Published Her Novel) with Jennifer Lauer
In today's episode, I’m sitting down with Jennifer Lauer to talk through how she overcame her fear of the blank page and indie published her debut novel. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [03:00] ...
14 Helmi 202349min
