Elements of Storytelling
Librarian and storyteller David Sharpe joins Bonnie and Miranda to discuss the elements of storytelling that translate across different media. From oral storytelling to theater to novels, emotional co...
6 Jun 202326min
Publishing your Life: Memoirs of the Not-Yet-Famous
Writing down stories from your life can be great for therapy or family history purposes. But you might also be thinking about publishing these stories. This is where memoir comes in. Awyn Dawn, author...
23 Mai 202324min
Ay ay ay, AI
Miranda and Bonnie jump on board the AI-discussion bandwagon with screenwriter Alan O’Hashi to theorize how the future of writing will change with improvements in AI technology.Is using AI in your wri...
9 Mai 202331min
Look Both Ways Before Crossing Genres
Today we talk about the nitty gritty of genres and how to cross them. Whether you want to write paranormal romance or your fantasy novel has an unexpected dash of horror, you may find that one genre i...
25 Apr 202327min
What’s on the Inside Counts: Book Design
Though everyone knows a book needs a good cover, writers often overlook the importance of a well-designed book interior. Book designer Tamara Cribley lends her expertise to a discussion on the nitty g...
11 Apr 202330min
Showing or Telling?
Bonnie and Miranda discuss their takes on the infamous writing advice, “Show, don’t tell.” They explore the advice from an editor’s perspective as well as a writer’s, give some examples of showing and...
28 Mar 202316min
Don’t Get Bogged Down - Details in Worldbuilding
Whether your story is set in a fantasy world or downtown Cleveland, scenic details are important—but how do you avoid getting caught up in the minutiae? Today, Steve Stratton joins Miranda to talk bal...
14 Mar 202332min
Outsourcing for Authors
In today’s episode, Bonnie and Miranda chat with Leah Busboom about outsourcing for authors. They discuss what self-published authors can or should outsource; some best practices for collaborating wit...
28 Feb 202330min
