The Community that Stays Together, Writes Together
Uncover the keys to building and sustaining a thriving writing community in the Writing Forge’s very first live episode! Writing Heights Writers Association director Amy Rivers and Northern Colorado W...
26 Sep 202335min
Where it All Began: Exploring Character Backstory
Explore character backstory on this episode of The Writing Forge! YA author Traci L. Jones joins Bonnie and Miranda for a look at how backstory adds depth and authenticity to your characters. They sha...
12 Sep 202324min
From Headlines to Novels: Switching Genres
Join Bonnie and Miranda for a thought-provoking episode on the art of switching genres in your writing career. Drawing from John Dedakis's experience pivoting from seasoned journalist to novelist, the...
29 Aug 202319min
Well Versed: Learning About Novels in Verse
Poetry and story mix beautifully to make a novel in verse—an increasingly popular form of writing. Miranda and Bonnie learn more from Megan E. Freeman, author of middle-grade novel-in-verse Alone, abo...
15 Aug 202323min
Beyond the Villain: Writing Compelling Antagonists
*cue evil laughter* While most of us love a good villain, antagonists can be so much more. Parents, best friends, even the protagonist themselves can make some of the most compelling antagonists. Kat ...
1 Aug 202322min
Working for You: Tips on Organization and Motivation
Whether you’re officially a freelancer or just trying to get writing done in your free time, we all need to find what works to keep us motivated and organized. Long-time freelance writer Holly Day joi...
18 Jul 202321min
Navigating the Rainforest: Amazon’s Author Central
Marketing expert Penny Sansevieri joins Bonnie and Miranda as their guide through the jungle that is Amazon Author Central. Authors often underestimate the importance of an updated Amazon Author page,...
4 Jul 202327min
Doling out Emotions: Pacing in Fiction
In this Bonnie and Miranda solo episode, your co-hosts break down pacing from the micro level to the macro. Small things like individual word choice and sentence length can impel your readers forward ...
20 Jun 202318min
