#102: 3 Common Interiority Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)
In today’s episode, I’m sharing the 3 most common interiority mistakes I see writers make, as well as how to fix them. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [03:20] Mistake 1: The “too passive” protag...
1 Aug 202314min
#101: First Chapter Analysis: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
In today’s episode, Abigail K. Perry and I take a deep dive into the first chapter of Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. Here’s a preview of what we talk about: [05:38] A very quick summa...
25 Juli 202356min
#100: A Week in the Life: 7 Days Behind the Scenes with Savannah (July 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 ...
18 Juli 202340min
#99: 5 Mindset Tips to Help You Unlock Your Writing Potential
In today’s episode, I’m sharing a round-up of mindset tips from some of my peers! Here’s a preview of what’s included: [02:00] Rachel May of Golden May Editing shares a mindset tip about taking the p...
11 Juli 202322min
#98: How to Add Subplots to Your Novel
In today’s episode, I’m sharing how to add subplots to your novel. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [1:50] Subplots are secondary storylines that receive less emphasis (and page time) than the ma...
4 Juli 202314min
#97: First Chapter Analysis: A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness
In today’s episode, we’re taking a deep dive into the first chapter of A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness. Join me and fellow developmental editor Abigail K. Perry as we talk through the first...
27 Juni 202356min
#96: 5 Worldbuilding Tips for Sci-Fi & Fantasy Writers
In this episode, I’m sharing my top 5 worldbuilding tips for science fiction and fantasy writers, with examples from popular novels. Here's a preview of what's included in the episode: [02:39] Tip #1...
20 Juni 202318min
#95: How to Start Writing Your Science Fiction or Fantasy Novel
In today’s episode, I’m sharing my top five tips to help you get started with your science fiction or fantasy novel. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [00:00] Step 1: Decide what kind of fantasy ...
13 Juni 202322min
