Synopsis
A weekly podcast for aspiring writers looking to find a healthy work/life/writing balance. Get the encouragement, honest advice, and inspiration you need to pursue your passion and write every day. Recurring themes include books, coffee, rainy days, truth, beauty, lasers, dinosaurs, and all of your other favorite things.
Episodes
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Coffee Break 051: Lora Mitchell
23/10/2017 Duration: 31minInstagram, poetry, and therapy through storytelling. Lora Mitchell shares her love of the written word and her journey to self publishing.
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Coffee Break 050: Randal Greene
12/10/2017 Duration: 36minAuthor Randal Greene exposes the secret life of a full-time writer, as well as a sure-fire way to capture 'the muse' and beat writer's block!
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Coffee Break 049: Nicole Gulotta
03/10/2017 Duration: 29minFood and poetry? Yes, please! Nicole Gulotta dishes on deadline-free writing, building an audience, and rediscovering your forgotten passions.
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How to Rest as a Writer - WN 064
25/09/2017 Duration: 32minToday we'll take a look at what we should do if (& when) we find ourselves exhausting, burned out, and feeling hopeless as we stare down a blank page.
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Coffee Break 048: Katie Cross
13/09/2017 Duration: 32minAuthor Katie Cross talks having it all: a loving family, a legitimate writing career, and a supportive network of peers. It's possible AND practical!
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Tips for Writing While Traveling - WN 063
06/09/2017 Duration: 25minTrying to write while traveling can be one of the most frustrating things for a writer. Let's explore some ways to jumpstart our creativity on the road!
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Coffee Break 047: Jeffery Weaver
29/08/2017 Duration: 31minLong-time fan of the show and cancer-fighting author Jeffery Weaver shares his incredible story and talks character building, rejection, and motivation.
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Coffee Break 046: Rachel Stout
07/08/2017 Duration: 34minThink self publishing is your only option? Think again! Rachel Stout spills the beans on traditional publishing and working with literary agents.
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Do I Need A Writing Degree? - WN 062
02/08/2017 Duration: 36min"Do I need a writing degree?" It's a complex question that involves factors like time, money, lifestyle, goals, & more. Work through your own decision with help from today's episode of the Write Now podcast!
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Coffee Break 045: Ryan Dalton
27/07/2017 Duration: 35minYA novelist and nerd culture extraordinaire Ryan Dalton talks about unorthodox writing, tips for green authors, and pushing through publisher rejections.
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Coffee Break 044: Aminah Iman & Jaqueline Stone
17/07/2017 Duration: 27minJoin the ladies from Red Ink Publications for a chat about genre writing, delicious cake, and finding confidence in writing what you love.
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Self-Writing and Self-Talk - WN 061
10/07/2017 Duration: 25minWords have power—especially the words we say and think about ourselves. So whether you think you're slime or God's gift to writing, the way you think about yourself can have an immense effect on your work. For show notes, links, & more, visit http://www.sarahwerner.com/self-writing-and-self-talk-wn-061/.
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Coffee Break 043: Mark Rubinstein
27/06/2017 Duration: 24minAward-winning novelist and psychiatrist Mark Rubinstein talks about the psychology behind sharing stories and the courage it takes to write them down.
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WN 060: Make Them Tell You No
20/06/2017 Duration: 22minWhat's the worst that will happen if you put yourself out there? How will you handle rejection? Even worse, what happens if you do nothing?
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Coffee Break 042: Randy Wayne White
13/06/2017 Duration: 26minRandy Wayne White talks the virtues of trusting your characters, connecting with readers, leaving behind a legacy, and the secret to writing over 40 books!
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Coffee Break 041: Megan Hannum
04/06/2017 Duration: 30minEditor Megan Hannum shares some new and innovative options for writing, editing, and publishing that you may not have considered.
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SEO for Writers - WN 059
29/05/2017 Duration: 44minYou finally have a website! Now how do you let the internet know you exist? How do you attract users? Never fear: SEO (search engine optimization) is here!
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CB 039: Robert Tanenbaum
19/05/2017 Duration: 50minIn this fascinating discussion, novelist Robert Tanenbaum unpacks judicial integrity, American history, and what makes a classic story truly timeless.
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All Of The Best Writing Excuses - WN 058
16/05/2017 Duration: 30minDo you ever put off writing because you need to wash the dishes or watch American Idol with your spouse? Are these legit reasons -- or just excuses? Learn how to ditch the excuses and just write in this week's episode of the Write Now podcast!
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Coffee Break 038: Renita Bryant
08/05/2017 Duration: 33minYou just finished your first novel! But... now what? Renita Bryant shares what it takes to go from "hot off the press" to "meet the press"!