The Original Science Fiction Podcast
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BULAQ is a book-centric podcast co-hosted by Ursula Lindsey (in Amman, Jordan) and M Lynx Qualey (in Rabat, Morocco). It focuses on Arabic literature in translation and is named after the first printing press established in Egypt in 1820. Produced by Sowt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Author and literary magazine editor, Rachel Thompson, helps you write, publish, and shine. Learn how to write and share your brilliant writing with the world. Episodes delve into how to polish and prepare your writing for publication, and the journey from emerging writer to published author. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A flash-fiction podcast where a handful of writers each make a story with a limited wordcount in a limited time. Each writer has just an audio prompt and five minutes to make a first draft. Then a fellow writer will give them the edits and suggestions they need to reach those final one hundred words. Created by Tom McNally for Red Button Audio
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Join three success-starved wordwranglers as they stumble towards their shared ambition: to become proper writers! Learning from guests like bestselling authors and BAFTA-winning writers. Setting themselves writing tasks and trying to improve their craft. Discussing how to get past all the things that stop us writing. And hopefully taking you on a journey with them to become successful writers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Ms. McBookworm podcast is a place for women who write fiction to share their stories in audio form—and ultimately to tell God's bigger story through their smaller ones. Season 1: Sweeter, a novel by Jere Steele Season 2: Helen Dent Season 3: Victoria Gentry Bonus: Mr. McBookworm—Jason Eliot Norris Season 4: Krissi Dallas Season 5: H.L. Burke Season 6: Marlayne Giron Season 7: Flash Fiction by Storm Shultz Bonus: Author Julie Bonn Blank Season 8: Faster, second novel by Jere Steele
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If you’re a reader that loves a good story, or an indie author with a story to tell. This is the podcast for you… come on in.
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You’ve arrived at a weekly flash fiction podcast, so look sharp. Here you’ll find iTunes-friendly quick-fire stories and vignettes about one paragraph in length. Warning: May contain a British accent.
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Welcome to the Wish I'd Known Then podcast. Join authors Jami Albright and Sara Rosett as they interview authors about lessons they've learned about writing and publishing.
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Flash Fiction Fridays is a weekly audio series that features Flash Fiction stories from both seasoned and amateur authors. The series is produced by KZOM Radio.
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Onyx Publications presents the Story Discovery Podcast, offering free, narrated short stories, poetry, and flash fiction that appear in Etched Onyx Magazine. More information about the podcast, the magazine, and Onyx Publications can be found at www.onyxpublications.com. Settle in, and enjoy the show.
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Where We Remix All Things Language
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A mixture of writing information and creativity. See http://morgenbailey.wordpress.com/bwt-podcast for more info.
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A flash fiction podcast featuring short stories less than 2,000 words long.
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Inspirations cause creations. Every Inspiration has multiple paths it can take. Join me Davis Gilbert and my guest host as we share the stories, we create from the writing prompts that inspired us, travel along the mental path we took to finish them. Join us at the Crossroads of inspiration and explore creation with us.
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Do Some Damage is a group of seven crime writers, each with a different voice and something to say. From grizzled vets to grizzly rooks, they pull back the curtain on the way the industry works. Whether beating deadlines or beating characters, each week they share their thoughts on reading, writing, plot, voice and all the sordid junk that goes through a writer’s brain. This podcast includes news, interviews, and select fiction.
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Winner of the 2024 Positive Change Podcast Awards for Best Host and Best Book Podcast. Online for Authors is the only podcast with a host that personally reads and reviews indie-written fiction and inspirational/memoirs for avid readers who want to add books for their TBR beyond what they can find on the NYT best sellers list. As an award-winning host, Teri M Brown’s goal for Online for Authors is to introduce avid readers to characters they’d like to invite to lunch. If you read more than 4 ...
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Welcome to Writing One Spoon At A Time! I'm JM Weiner and I'll talk about all things writing, reading, and chronic illness. You'll get a peek into my writing process and the things I use to make that a little easier. I'll tell you about what I read, both fiction and nonfiction. Sometimes I'll talk about how my chronic illnesses affect my life--reading, writing, and everyday stuff. I might even talk about my 6 cats or my husband. Yup, six cats. One husband. No kids. Hang around. It should be ...
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Yorick Radio Productions is a show all about performance and creativity! From theatre to short stories and creative writing, we analyse and celebrate it all. Some of our regular segments include: Theoretically theatrical: A documentary style show about theatre, creative pursuits and behind the scenes info. Scintillating Stories: Where we read short stories. Page Parle: Where we interview authors and performers. Radio Revelry: Where we perform Radio plays.Cosy Critiques: Where we hear from re ...
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They told them they had LIFE, and they were never coming home. Now they are home through overturned convictions and survived sentences. Recently coming home himself after 18 years in prison, Benjamin Frandsen leads us on weekly interviews through the emotions, thoughts and processes of those who have survived their heavy handed sentences. When Benjamin Frandsen was only ten months old, his mother would sit him up on the kitchen counter so she could chat with him, not in baby-talk lexicon but ...
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BEHIND THE PANEL is a SYFY WIRE podcast documentary series that celebrates everything comics. Guests include legendary DC/Marvel writers and artists (like Jim Lee, Frank Miller, and Neal Adams), hit creator-owned stars (including Karen Berger, Pia Guerra, and Becky Cloonan), as well as the talents behind comic-book movie/TV adaptations (like Kevin Conroy, Burt Ward, and Lindy Hemming). As well as the exclusive, personal stories shared on the podcast, every episode features an original music ...
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a podcast of banter and being productive enough
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Sorry? Did you just say you'd love to enter an almost free* festive flash fiction competition to win £500? I thought you did! Well as coincidence would have it, that is exactly what we've got going on in this very episode. So step this way, my cheeky little word-purveyor, and cast your well oiled ears at our glorious 350 word Flash Fiction Competit…
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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is John McCaffrey, editor of 50 Give or Take, is here to chat with us about flash fiction and why authors might want to consider this form of storytelling. Originally from Rochester, New York, John McCaffrey attended Villanova University and received his M.A. in Creative Writing from the City College…
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A flash-fiction podcast where a handful of writers create an original story with a limited wordcount in a limited amount of time. In this episode we march, smash and waddle our way through a pelican police state. The stories are: 'The Bill' by Amelia Armande, 'Rainbow (A gracious covenant with man and beast)' by Joshua Crisp, 'Battersea Power Diffe…
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For this episode, we are visiting the flash fiction writing prompt; Fairytale. We've chosen three excellent stories for your listening pleasure: Fizzle by JC Christie. The Shining Tree by JJ Grafton. Fairytale by CA Deegan. They are a mix of light, traditional and thought provoking. Be careful what you wish for! Three unique interpretations of a si…
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Episode 243 / We are thrilled (pun intended!) to chat with contemporary crime and conspiracy thriller author Nick Stevens. We talk about anti-heroes, setups and payoffs, Tremors, and why sometimes you just have to publish the book. 10:58 Why emotional connection is better than perfect structure in storytelling 14:00 Using multiple formats to divers…
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Ghostly Secrets: See What Paranormal Investigators Uncover with Authors RC and JP Carter
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My guests today on the Online for Authors podcast are RC and JP Carter, author of the book A Chance of a Ghost. RC and JP aka Rob and Joan, are hosts of Meet the Author Podcast on WLFE-db Radio and WDJY FM Radio (Atlanta). They are cohosts of Haunted Campfire Tales Podcast WLFE-db Radio. Both podcasts stream LIVE on Youtube, Facebook and LinkedIn. …
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Ms. McBookworm goes to a bookstore! This episode is different from all of our previous ones because it is a live interview onsite at a bookstore. Authors Katherine Briggs and Helen Dent joined Jere Steele at Logos Bookstore in Dallas for a Q&A about their young adult novels, what authors inspire them, and how they love to connect with their readers…
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Today, the Online for Authors podcast Guest Host Tina Hogan Grant chats Donna Levin, author of the book The Talking Stick. Donna’s work is included in Boston University’s Howard Gotlieb Archival Research Center and in the California State Library’s collection of California novels. She is the author of Extraordinary Means, California Street, There’s…
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Author : Greg van Eekhout Narrator : Anna Eley Hosts : Mur Lafferty and Serah Eley Audio Producers : Adam Pracht and Serah Eley Show and Tell originally appeared in Strange Horizons June 10, 2002. Contains mild scenes of violence. Show and Tell By Greg van Eekhout Teacher is an old-fashioned bug with a blue carapace and eyes […] Source…
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Dive deep into the art of revision as I share why revising is where the real magic of writing happens and how to approach it with love and enthusiasm. The episode includes practical strategies from my Revision Love Workbook. Listen for tips and exercises to help you fall in love with the revision process and hone your writing for publication. The R…
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In this episode, we have read and reviewed Dorcas by CA Deegan. It is a standalone novel based on one character from the Cracklock Saga. Bad things happen to good folk; such is the nature of the world... Learn more about Craig and the entire Cracklock Saga right here > facebook/TheCracklockSaga ______________________ You can find Bare Books Flash F…
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Episode 242 / We're diving deep into listener questions about everything from drafting and editing techniques, tackling imposter syndrome, and decoding our strengths. 🥤☕️ So grab your favorite beverage—be it Diet Coke or a cup of comforting coffee–and join us for a Wednesday chat about writing. 💙 Become a supporter of the podcast https://wishidknow…
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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Carla Damron , author of the book Justice Be Done. Carla holds an MSW and an MFA. Her careers of social worker and writer are intricately intertwined; all of her novels explore social issues like addiction, homelessness, and mental illness. She works part-time with Communities in Schools and volun…
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S4 Ep19: Ergodic Fiction
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What is ergodic literature? Well, it's when a story becomes more than just something you read, and you become part of it. But pretend you haven't read that, so that you can find out from listening to this wonderful episode. In which, we have a chat with "S" co-author Doug Dorst and You Say Which Way author Deb Potter, in our quest to get to the bot…
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Carole O’Neill’s guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Christine Gunderson, author of the book Friends with Secrets, which is Christine’s debut novel. She wrote Friends with Secrets in her minivan in the school pick up line, at piano lessons, during drama rehearsals, at swim team practice, basketball practice, crew practice, and in lots …
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Moroccan author Karima Ahdad was the winner of this year’s Arabic Flash Fiction contest run by ArabLit and Komet Kashakeel, which saw more than 900 entries from around the world. We read her award-winning story in Katherine Van de Vate’s discussion and discuss patriarchy, story creation, and what it means to write “feminist” work. Show Notes: Karim…
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For our second episode this season, we are visiting our first flash fiction writing prompt; She Wished the Walls Would Stop Talking. We're bringing you two stories on this episode, one from Daizi Rae and one from Craig Deegan. they are a mix of dark, disturbing and amusing. Two very different takes on one prompt. ______________________ You can find…
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Matty Dalrymple & Michael LaRonn on Platform Building for Your Personality
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Episode 241 / Whether you're an introvert or extrovert you can develop a platform to grow your author brand. Learn how with authors of From Page to Platform: How to Succeed as an Author Speaker, suspense and thriller author Matty Dalrymple and science fiction & fantasy author M.L. Ronn (Michael La Ronn). Topics: How to match your platform to your p…
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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is John Guiver, author of the book To Play the Game. John’s lifetime interest in the 1972 Andes Flight Disaster led him to travel to the site of the accident in January 2013 in the company of one of the sixteen survivors, Eduardo Strauch. Through him, John met many others connected to the story, incl…
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I'm thrilled to share the final episode of our series on getting published in literary magazines! Over the past ten episodes, we've covered everything from finding inspiration in submission calls to handling rejections and staying organized. This journey has been incredibly rewarding, and I hope you've found valuable insights to enhance your writin…
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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Kathleen Goggin, author of the book 10 Little Rules When Good Jobs Go Bad. Writer, editor and author, Kate has always been interested in sharing best practices in business and in life. Disappointed there were no manuals to follow, she often created those for herself, and then shared them to help o…
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Drawing from my experiences as both an editor and a writer, in this episode, I share insights on why giving your work time to breathe can lead to more profound, polished pieces. We'll explore how slowing down can actually accelerate your growth as a writer, and I'll offer practical tips on how to embrace a more patient approach to your craft. Wheth…
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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Tess Callahan, author of the book Dawnland. Tess Callahan is also the author of the novel April & Oliver. Her essays and stories have appeared in the New York Times Magazine, Writer’s Digest, National Public Radio, Agni, Narrative Magazine, AWP Notebook, Newsday, The Common, the Best American Poet…
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In this mini-episode, “Handle Rejections However You Want,” I dive into strategies for dealing with the inevitable rejections we face as writers. Drawing from my 14 years on Room's editorial collective and my work with luminous writers, I offer insights on turning rejection into resilience. You'll learn about creating a 'wins' folder, developing a …
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For our first episode this season, we chatted with JJ Grafton about her novel, Forever Night: Circles of Confusion II. Ten years ago, Jilly, Tina and Leon commited a terrible crime. They were never brought to justice. Now it's payback time. You can buy Forever Night on Amazon right here > https://amzn.eu/d/0DJ57Qt ______________________ You can fin…
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Capitalizing on Trends While Staying True to Genre Expectations with Lynn Morrison and Anne Radcliffe
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Episode 240 / In 2024, Lynn Morrison and Anne Radcliffe paired their love of regency romances like Bridgerton with their bad habit of killing people in their books to create a new series that they rapid-released, the Crown Jewels Regency Mystery Series. Topics: Why brutal honesty is critical for collaboration How to spot trends Tips on how to incor…
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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Kathryn Dodson, author of the book Portrait of Deception. Kathryn writes about women who have to become their own heroes - whether they're solving a crime or figuring out the next phase of their lives. She grew up writing and riding horses in far West Texas. She graduated from SMU in English/Creat…
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In this episode, I share insights on seeking the right kind of feedback for your writing, drawing from my 14 years of experience on Room's editorial collective. Discover how to engage with a supportive writing community, polish your work before submission, and navigate the delicate balance between openness to suggestions and maintaining your creati…
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In this episode of the Write, Publish, and Shine podcast, we’re diving into how genre immersion can elevate your writing for literary magazines. Get ready for practical tips on deeply engaging with your genre—everything from reading widely and analyzing what works for other authors to staying in the loop on the latest trends. We’ll also explore the…
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Should you treat yourself to a writing retreat? If you did it twice would you be re-treating yourself to a writing retreat? If you tweeted about treating yourself to a writers retreat would you be tweeting your re-treat of retreating to a retreat? And if you then re-tweeted your... OK, I'll stop. Tom & Jon not only answer the first of these pressin…
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Dive into the power of writing from your most profound experiences and emotions. In this episode, we explore why writing what haunts you creates more authentic, compelling work. Discover how to identify your haunting themes and embrace your unique voice with real examples from published works in literary magazines. Plus, get a writing prompt to kic…
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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is George Sirois, author, podcast host, and audiobook narrator. Today, he is here to chat with us about audio dramas – what they are, why an author might want to consider audio drama, and how to go about producing them. George is the author of the international bestselling young adult / science-ficti…
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An epic historical novel set in Fatimid Cairo, Reem Bassiouney’s The Halva-Maker trilogy won the Sheikh Zayed Book Award and is forthcoming in English. The book explores the founding of Cairo, by a Shia dynasty and a set of generals and rulers who all hailed from elsewhere. We talked to Bassiouney about balancing research and imagination; shining a…
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In this episode, I dive into the art of crafting compelling writing from start to finish. We'll explore why it's crucial to maintain engagement throughout your piece, not just in the opening. I'll share strategies for keeping momentum in the middle of your work, tips for crafting effective endings, and emphasize the importance of revision in creati…
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It’s so good to be back. Season 9 is upon us; more reading, more reviews, more interviews, getting to know nine new authors. More flash fiction - eight writing prompts and stories to write and share. You can find Bare Books Flash Fiction Anthology Volume llI on Amazon. Sales from this book are what will keep us promoting indie authors for FREE xx S…
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Episode 239 / Want to make a big impact with your book? Publicist, award-winning journalist, entrepreneur, and author of Make a Big Impact with Your Book, Melanie Herschorn, has tips to help you stand out. Topics: Beyond the Launch: keep promoting—your book is new to someone who hasn’t read it yet Misconceptions around marketing: engage beyond book…
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A flash-fiction podcast where a handful of writers create an original story with a limited wordcount in a limited amount of time. In this episode we jingle, jangle and babble in the traditional way. The stories are: 'Dance Magic Dance' by Amelia Armande, 'Tongue Tied' by Joshua Crisp, 'Hurgle Biggle Babble Rabble' by Fran Bushe, 'Riding to the Red …
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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Pamela Stockwell, author of the book The Tender Silver Stars. Award-winning author Pamela Stockwell was born in Texas and raised in South Carolina. In between, she lived in the Philippines and, along with her big sister, became fluent in Tagalog name-calling. She abandoned her foreign language stu…
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How to Get Published: Craft a Compelling Opening Yes, your opening matters. A strong start hooks readers and editors alike. Ensure your first few lines grab attention and set the tone for what follows. I’m sharing the third lesson from my 14 years on Room’s editorial collective. We’re diving into one of the most crucial elements of your writing: cr…
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Listen to the first two chapters of The Kitchen Contract by Jordan Millsaps. Jordan's website The Ms. McBookworm podcast brings you stories from Christian women. This is a place for women who write fiction to share stories in audio form and ultimately to tell God’s bigger stories through our smaller ones.…
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Jere talks with Jordan Millsaps about writing romantic comedy, her writing process, and Spark Flash Fiction. Website: JordanMillsaps.com The Ms. McBookworm podcast brings you stories from Christian women. This is a place for women who write fiction to share stories in audio form and ultimately to tell God’s bigger stories through our smaller ones.…
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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Frank Winters, author of the book 10 Little Rules for Sharing Your Story. A father of two fantastic men, public speaker, geographer, and explorer, Frank Winters was intrigued and motivated by a random fact: one of the things he loves the most – public speaking – is the thing most feared by many. H…
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In this episode of the Write, Publish, and Shine podcast, I share valuable insights from my 14-year journey at Room Magazine. I emphasize the importance of building relationships with literary magazines and choosing the right publications for your work. I discuss the power of vulnerability in writing, encourage persistence in submissions, and offer…
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Themed submission calls can unlock buried stories, while offering a clear focus and deadlines. In this episode, I share tips for embracing themes when submitting to literary magazines and a curated list of upcoming lit mag themes and deadlines to inspire your writing. --- Get my Writerly Love Letters, sent Wednesdays and filled with ideas and care …
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Episode 238 / Want some ideas on how to get readers on your newsletter list? On this Ask Us Anything episode, we have SO MANY ideas for you! Topics: Expectations for earnings Building a List Preview Promos Reader magnets Difference between pre- and post-novel reader magnets Creative reader magnets 💙 Become a supporter of the podcast https://wishidk…
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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Joseph Rein, author of the book Youtopia. Joseph is the author of the Youtopia series (Youtopia, Youtopia Reborn, Youtopia Infinity). His short story collection Roads without Houses was nominated for numerous literary prizes. His short fiction has appeared in over twenty journals, magazines, and a…
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S4 Ep17: A Shortcut To Querying Success
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Are you querying? or nearly querying? Maybe you’re fearing querying? Or merely getting weary and a bit teary querying? Well let’s hear from three writers who’ve been down in those querying trenches for a while now. Find out how they're approaching it, what agents' responses have been like and how they’re holding up under pressure. Because when it c…
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Guest-host for Online for Authors, Carole O’Neill chats today with Donna Jones Alward, author of the book When the World Fell Silent. Since 2006, New York Times bestseller Donna Jones Alward has enchanted readers with stories of happy endings and homecomings that have won several awards and been translated into over a dozen languages. She’s worked …
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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Rachel Callaghan, author of the book Under Water. Rachel, novelist, award-winning essayist, ex-short story writer, and former editor of In Posse on WebDelSol, learned a thing or two about traumatic circumstances and the emotional and psychological damage they cause. Starting Hahnemann Medical Coll…
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In this episode, we’re diving into a topic on many writers’ minds: the choice between pursuing a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing and enrolling in online writing courses. Whether you’re just starting your writing journey or looking to take your skills to the next level, this guide will help you understand each path’s key benefits and c…
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