#220. How to Build an Author Platform (Even if You're an Introvert) with Shelby Leigh
Learn how to build a focused, authentic author platform to connect with readers early, grow your visibility, and create lasting momentum for your book launch. In this episode, I’m joined by Shelby Lei...
18 Nov 202534min
#219. How To Build Story Tension by Sharing More (Not Less) with Daniel David Wallace
Discover why clarity (not secrecy) is the key to keeping your readers engaged, curious, and emotionally invested in your story. Writers often think suspense means withholding information, but what if ...
11 Nov 202530min
#218. How to Find & Work With Beta Readers to Improve Your Manuscript
Learn how to work with beta readers in a grounded, calm way so feedback feels useful, not overwhelming. You're nearing the finish line of your first draft, or maybe you've just crossed it. Either way,...
4 Nov 202527min
#217. Save the Cat! Writes Horror: How to Write Truly Terrifying Stories With Jamie Nash
Ever wonder why some horror stories linger in your mind long after the lights go out? Jamie Nash reveals how structure (not jump scares or gore) creates true terror. In this episode, I’m joined by Jam...
28 Okt 202549min
#216. Story Structure: The 5 Scenes Every Story Needs (With Kristina Stanley)
Learn the five key plot points that turn struggling manuscripts into finished novels—and exactly where they need to appear in your story structure. Have you ever felt like your story just isn't clicki...
21 Okt 202548min
#215. How to Write a Prologue Readers Won’t Skip (& When to Start at Chapter One Instead)
Should you include a prologue or skip it? Here's how to make the right choice for your novel. Prologues are one of the most debated topics in fiction. Some literary agents warn against them, some read...
14 Okt 202519min
#214. Subverting the Mainstream Lens: Writing Stories That Stay True to Your People (With Tiffany Grimes)
Learn how to write authentic, diverse characters without over-explaining or fearing criticism. Writing diverse characters can feel intimidating. You want to include different voices in your story, but...
7 Okt 202537min
#213. 5 Expert Tips To Edit Your Messy First Draft Without The Overwhelm
Five book coaches reveal the editing secrets that turn messy first drafts into ready-to-publish manuscripts. Finishing a first draft is an incredible milestone, but what comes next can feel overwhelmi...
30 Sep 202530min
