Thriller 101
97 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsA podcast for readers and writers of thriller, mystery, suspense, and crime fiction.
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How to Turn True Stories into Fiction with Forensic Psychologist and Author Katherine Ramsland
November 09, 2022 09:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MB5 Minute Writer Article Connect with Katherine via Facebook Last week on the interview series I talked to author, Emmy Nordstrom Higdon. They shared how to write diversity into our stories. First Interview with Jessica Payne. (Be sure to subscribe for new Jessica Payne interview in the coming weeks!) 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Turning real life ideas into fiction Trusting your narrative voice Studying great writing BIO Katherine Ramsland has played chess with serial killers, dug up the dead, w...
Writing Diversity into Your Story: Emmy Nordstrom Higdon
October 31, 2022 08:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB5 Minute Writer Article Emmy's Manuscript Wish List Connect with Emmy on Twitter! Connect with David on Twitter Last week on the interview series I talked to author, Josh Stallings. He shared how to write unique and three-dimensional characters by avoiding cliche's. Interview with Christopher Golden. 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Writing real characters Finding people you trust to work with How our life experiences can drive our fiction BIO emmy (they/them) holds a PhD in justice-oriented social w...
Rules for Writing Characters: Author Interview with Josh Stallings
October 20, 2022 08:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MB5 Minute Writer Article Josh's Website Connect with Josh on Twitter! Connect with David on Twitter Last week on the interview series I talked to Rob Hart, author of six novels. He shared how he develops suspense early in a novel to keep readers engaged. 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Writing real characters Finding people you trust to work with How our life experiences can drive our fiction BIO Josh Stallings’ latest book TRICKY, was listed by Library Journal as one of the ten best crime books of 2...
5 Minute Writer: Suspense
October 06, 2022 08:00 - 5 minutes - 3.55 MB5 Minute Writer Rob Hart Full Interview Lee Childs Article Tweet me @DavidRGwyn
How to Perfect the Opening of Your Novel: Author Interview with Rob Hart
September 28, 2022 08:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MB5 Minute Writer Article Rob Hart's Website Connect with Rob on Twitter! Connect with David on Twitter Last week on the interview series I talked to Bianca Marias, author of the new release The Witches of Moonshyne Manor and host of the popular podcast, The Shit No One Tells You About Writing. She shared how she developed unique character voices in her novel 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Use a variety of ways to develop character voice The importance of a great agent-author relationship Where The Shi...
Developing Unique Character Voices & Finding the Right Agent with Bianca Marais
September 20, 2022 08:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB5 Minute Writer Article Bianca Marais Website Connect with Bianca on Twitter! The Shit No One Tells You About Writing Podcast Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Use a variety of ways to develop character voice The importance of a great agent-author relationship Where The Shit Noone Tells You About Writing podcast is headed BIO In this week's author interview, I'll be talking to Bianca Marais. She is the author of Hum If You Don't Know the Words and If You Want to Make God La...
5 Minute Writer: Setting
September 15, 2022 09:00 - 5 minutes - 4.07 MB5 Minute Writer Christopher Golden: Full Interview Dwyer Murphy's article Tweet me @DavidRGwyn
Finding Your Perfect Literary Agent with Kimberly Brower of Brower Literary & Management
September 13, 2022 08:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MB5 Minute Writer Newsletter (Grab Your 1st Edition Here) Article Brower Literary & Management Connect with Kimberly on Twitter! Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS How to edit your book Intangibles that will help you find an agent What agents are looking for in debut authors EPISODE INFO: In today's episode, Kimberly and I discuss finding the RIGHT literary agent for you. What agents are looking for in a writer. Plus, she shares some of the editing advice she gives her own cli...
Finding Your Perfect Literary Agent with Kimberly Brower of Brower Literary & Management
September 13, 2022 08:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MB5 Minute Writer Newsletter (Grab Your 1st Edition Here) Article Brower Literary & Management Connect with Kimberly on Twitter! Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS How to edit your book Intangibles that will help you find an agent What agents are looking for in debut authors EPISODE INFO: In today's episode, Kimberly and I discuss finding the RIGHT literary agent for you. What agents are looking for in a writer. Plus, she shares some of the editing advice she gives her own cli...
Storytelling Lessons from Stranger Things: 5 Minute Writer
August 04, 2022 19:00 - 6 minutes - 4.51 MBSign up to get the 5 Minute Writer Series sent straight to your inbox! Stranger Things became a national phenomenon this summer. So I dug in to this series to try and find out what made it such a powerful example of storytelling. Listen to the entire Jessica Payne Interview Listen to the entire Christopher Golden Interview Tweet me @DavidRGwyn
For Busy Writers: Writing with Persistence and Intension with Megan Clancy Book Coach
August 02, 2022 08:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB5 Minute Writer Newsletter (Grab Your 1st Edition Here) 2 FREE Downloads: 6 Things to Think About When Hiring and Editor & Discover the Heart of Your Story Article Megan's Website Connect with Megan on Twitter! Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Are MFA's worth it? Managing guilt and resentment What is book coaching and how do you find the right one? EPISODE INFO: Last time on the interview series I talked to Chantelle Aimée Osman about how to edit your own work. Don't miss ...
How to Edit Your Own Writing with Author & Editor Chantelle Aimée Osman
July 25, 2022 08:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBFREE 5 Minute Writer Newsletter (Grab Your 1st Edition Here) 50 Editing Mistakes Authors Make Article Chantelle's Website Connect with Chantelle on Twitter! Connect with David on Twitter PREVIOUS EPISODES FEATURING CHANTELLE How to Become an Editor Rethinking Rejection 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Writing graphic novels Editing your manuscript How to get into the writing zone EPISODE INFO: Last time on the interview series I talked to Rachel May and Emily Golden of Golden May Editing about the 6 ...
Do You Need an Editor? Top 6 Things to Think About BEFORE Hiring an Editor or Book Coach & the Difference between Book Coaches and Editors
July 18, 2022 09:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBDiscover the Heart of Your Story to Unearth Your Story Point (FREE download from Golden May Editing!) 6 Things to Think About When Looking for an Editor or Book Coach PLUS List of All Questions Suggested by Emily & Rachel Article Golden May Website Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS The difference between an editor and writing coach 6 Things to think about when looking for an editor Questions to ask yourself and a potential editor Last time on the interview series I talk...
Here's What You Need to Know About Working with a Publisher: Annie Lisenby (Season 2 Ep. 6)
June 28, 2022 08:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MB17 Things to Think About When Talking to an Agent/Publisher Article Annie's Website Connect with Annie on Twitter Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Finding an independent publisher What to know about independent publishing What to look for in a relationship with a publisher EPISODE INFO: Last time on the interview series I talked to debut thriller author, Jessica Payne. She shared all about writing thrillers, finding an agent, and how to navigate picking the right people to ...
How to Find the Right Agent & Develop a Writing Process with Author Jessica Payne (Season 2 Ep. 5)
June 21, 2022 08:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB17 Things to Think About When Talking to an Agent/Publisher Article Jessica's Website Connect with Jessica on Twitter Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS How to write a great plot The importance of community What she looked for in an agent and what the relationship with your agent should be like Tips for when you finally get that publishing contract EPISODE INFO: Last time on the interview series I talked to author and literary agent Paula Munier. She shared amazing informati...
How to Find the Right Agent & Develop a Writing Process with Author Jessica Payne
June 21, 2022 08:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB17 Things to Think About When Talking to an Agent/Publisher Article Jessica's Website Connect with Jessica on Twitter Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS How to write a great plot The importance of community What she looked for in an agent and what the relationship with your agent should be like Tips for when you finally get that publishing contract EPISODE INFO: Last time on the interview series I talked to author and literary agent Paula Munier. She shared amazing informati...
Battling Out of the Slush Pile with Writer and Literary Agent Paula Munier of Talcott Notch (Season 2 Ep. 4)
June 13, 2022 08:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBFREE 5 Minute Writer Weekly Newsletter Article Paula's Website Connect with Paula on Twitter Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Writing as a career - making that shift from writer to author What she’s looking for as a literary agent How to pitch your book/story to agents EPISODE INFO: Last time on the interview series I talked to freelance writer, author, and ghostwriter, Paulette Perhach. She had so much information about how to be productive as a writer without overworking ...
Battling Out of the Slush Pile with Writer and Literary Agent Paula Munier of Talcott Notch (Season 2 Ep. 5)
June 13, 2022 08:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBFREE 5 Minute Writer Weekly Newsletter Article Paula's Website Connect with Paula on Twitter Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Writing as a career - making that shift from writer to author What she’s looking for as a literary agent How to pitch your book/story to agents EPISODE INFO: Last time on the interview series I talked to freelance writer, author, and ghostwriter, Paulette Perhach. She had so much information about how to be productive as a writer without overworking ...
What is Gentle Productivity and Why Do Writers Need It? Freelance Writer, Author, Writing Coach Paulette Perhach Explains (Season 2 Episode 3)
May 23, 2022 08:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBWriterly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Article Paulette's Website Connect with Paulette on Twitter Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Focusing too much on productivity can be...unproductive Writing is a process and focus on the process instead of the results (especially rejections) Don’t be afraid of the business of writing EPISODE INFO: Last time on the interview series I talked to professional editor, Ericka Baldwin. She had so much information about how to find an editor, what...
How to Edit Your First Draft with Professional Editor Ericka Baldwin (Season 2 Ep. 2)
May 17, 2022 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBWriterly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Article Ericka's Website Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Before looking for an editor, lay out your strengths and weaknesses so you know what kind of editor you need! What to look for in an editing relationship How to mentally prepare yourself for an edit EPISODE INFO: Last time on the interview series I talked to debut author, Zulie Rane about how to grow your platform through Medium. I learned so much talking to her and it's definitely ...
Building a Platform FOR Your Writing WITH Your Writing: Ep. 15 with Zulie Rane
May 10, 2022 08:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBGet Started on Medium! Writerly Lifestyle Free Newsletter 5 Minute Writer - Sometimes all you have is 5 minutes...but it might be all you need! SEE INTERVIEW DETAILS: Interview article HANG OUT WITH Zulie! Website Follow Zulie on Medium HANG OUT WITH DAVID! Follow David on Medium Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS How fiction writers can use Medium Overcoming self-doubt Being willing to try new forms of writing EPISODE INFO: Medium is a publishing platform where writers c...
Season Two Trailer
May 09, 2022 08:00 - 2 minutes - 1.62 MBCheck this out to find out more about what the 2nd Season of the Writerly Lifestyle podcast is all about! Tweet me @DavidRGwyn
Ep. 14 Importance of Building a Writing Community with Tobie Carter and Kelly Malacko
April 12, 2022 16:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBWriterly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Article Tobie's Twitter, Instagram & Tik-Tok Kelly's Twitter & Instagram Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Building a focused community is important Struggling to stay motivated is common Remembering your ‘why’ you started writing EPISODE INFO: Last time on the interview series I talked to writer and editor Chantelle Aimée Osman about finding a team for your writing and rethinking rejection. BIO: Tobie Carter is a fiction writer living in ...
Ep 13. Rethinking Rejection & How to Form a Team for Your Work with Chantelle Aimée Osman
April 06, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBWriterly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Article Chantelle's Website Connect with Chantelle on Twitter! Polis Books Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Find a team for your writing by finding people who appreciate your work Rethink your ideas about rejection What to look for in an agent EPISODE INFO: Last time on the interview series I talked to debut author, Allison Buccola. It was so fun to talk to her about what it was like to be a debut author. Definitely check that out if you h...
Ep. 12 Debut Thriller Author - Allison Buccola - Shares Her Secret to Publication Amidst a Busy Schedule
March 28, 2022 08:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBWriterly Lifestyle Free Newsletter 5 Minute Writer - Sometimes all you have is 5 minutes, but it might be all you need! SEE INTERVIEW DETAILS: Interview article HOW TO FIND ALLISON! Website Instagram Twitter HANG OUT WITH DAVID! Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Make small progress every day Edit by re-typing Find a critique group EPISODE INFO: If you're an aspiring author, you'll love hearing about how Allison managed to develop her story while managing two kids. Her goal-setting and managin...
What YOU Can Learn from the Books I Read This Month
March 21, 2022 09:00 - 8 minutes - 5.98 MBIf you listened to my interview with Sinem Günel last week, you'll know I'm taking Medium seriously this month. However, I'm also still working on my own manuscript. In this episode, I share the books I read and how they might help you with your story! I hope you enjoy! Get Started on Medium! Writerly Lifestyle Free Newsletter 5 Minute Writer - Sometimes all you have is 5 minutes...but it might be all you need! HANG OUT WITH ME! Follow me on Medium Connect with me on Twitter Note: I som...
Why You Should Write on Medium with One of Medium's Top Writers - Ep. 11: Sinem Günel
March 14, 2022 09:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBGet Started on Medium! Writerly Lifestyle Free Newsletter 5 Minute Writer - Sometimes all you have is 5 minutes...but it might be all you need! SEE INTERVIEW DETAILS: Interview article HANG OUT WITH SINEM! Sinem Günel's Website- Medium Writing Academy Sinem's FREE Medium Writing Advice! Follow Sinem on Medium HANG OUT WITH DAVID! Follow David on Medium Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Treat your writing like a business Give readers what they want Sell your next sentenc...
Ep. 10 Christopher Golden Interview Series: All things writing and publishing!
February 21, 2022 09:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBWriterly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Article Christopher's Website Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Connect with a community Study genre texts and read voraciously Don’t be afraid to explore and take from mediums and genres outside your comfort zone EPISODE INFO: Last time on the interview series I talked to Chantelle Aimée Osman, editor at Agora Books. Christopher Golden is the New York Times bestselling, Bram Stoker Award-winning author of such novels as Road of Bones, Ar...
Ep. 9 Chantelle Aimée Osman Interview Series
February 07, 2022 11:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBWriterly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Article Chantelle's Website Connect with Chantelle on Twitter! Article Chantelle Referenced: How Amina Akhtar Changed Her Life at 40 Polis Books Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS There's no 'right' or 'wrong' way to start a creative career Why Chantelle decided to start Agora How to “Level-Up” your craft EPISODE INFO: Last time on the interview series I talked to Emma Dhesi, writer and podcaster. She's been shared some awesome content for w...
Ep. 9 Chantelle Aimée Osman Interview Series: An Editor's Advice for Writers
February 07, 2022 11:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBWriterly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Article Chantelle's Website Connect with Chantelle on Twitter! Article Chantelle Referenced: How Amina Akhtar Changed Her Life at 40 Polis Books Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS There's no 'right' or 'wrong' way to start a creative career Why Chantelle decided to start Agora How to “Level-Up” your craft EPISODE INFO: Last time on the interview series I talked to Emma Dhesi, writer and podcaster. She's been shared some awesome content for w...
Make Your Writing Irresistible to Readers
February 03, 2022 11:00 - 8 minutes - 6.04 MBWriterly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Use this quick tip to make sure readers stay engaged with your writing! Link to the YouTube Video for this recording. If you're looking to keep readers reading, try this technique I uncovered while comparing unpublished beta reads to more polished best-selling novels. Plus, added bonus if you have some nostalgia for the days of JJ Abrams Lost! Tweet me @DavidRGwyn
Ep. 8 Emma Dhesi Interview Series
January 17, 2022 11:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBWriterly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Article Emma's Website Be a Bestseller 3.0 Turning Readers into Writers Podcast Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS You CAN make a living with your writing - but you need to learn how Write for the joy of it and do the best work you can Learn from others BIO Emma Dhesi is a book coach who specializes in helping beginner authors write their first novel. She helps you improve your craft, provides feedback on your written work and navigates you...
What Can Basketball Teach Us About Writing?
January 12, 2022 02:00 - 7 minutes - 5.33 MBWriterly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Link to full article Tweet me @DavidRGwyn
Ep. 7 Interview Series Bianca Marais
January 12, 2022 01:00 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MBWriterly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Article Bianca Marais' Website Connect with Bianca on Twitter! The Shit No One Tells You About Writing Podcast (& KoFi) Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Be tenacious Build a community Make sure your first pages show your character, their goal, and what’s at stake BIO In this week's author interview, I'll be talking to Bianca Marais. She is the author of Hum If You Don't Know the Words and If You Want to Make God Laugh. She teaches at the ...
Ep. 6 Interview Series Nicki Krawczyk
December 26, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBWriterly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Article and Full Transcript Free Copywriting Training! Nicki Krawczyk Bio What is copywriting? Filthy Rich Writer Testimonials 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Copywriting can be a game-changer for writers There's a learning curve - it's a specific type of writing Continue taking action BIO Nicki is the founder of Filthy Rich Writer. She's been a copywriter for more than 15 years, working for and with clients including TripAdvisor, Marshalls, Hasbro, Keurig, adidas, ...
Ep. 5 Interview Series SA Sidor
December 26, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBWriterly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Article & Get SA Sidor's Recommended Books! Connect with SA Sidor on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Be willing to take feedback Use life's experiences to tell great stories - look for stories everywhere Try to hijack your time by whatever means necessary BIO SA Sidor is the author of supernatural-pulp adventures. He lives near Chicago with his family. His second Arkham Horror novel Cult of the Spider Queen out now! HELP! If you're reading this, can you do m...
Ep. 5 Interview Series SA Sidor
December 26, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBWriterly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Article & Get SA Sidor's Recommended Books! Connect with SA Sidor on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Be willing to take feedback Use life's experiences to tell great stories - look for stories everywhere Try to hijack your time by whatever means necessary BIO SA Sidor is the author of supernatural-pulp adventures. He lives near Chicago with his family. His second Arkham Horror novel Cult of the Spider Queen out now! HELP! If you're reading this, can you do m...
Finding time to write with David Metzger - Nurse Papa Part 2
November 14, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBWriterly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Article and Full Transcript Nurse Papa Website Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Keep creating work you can be proud of Sometimes the structure comes at the end of the creative process Balance is important in stories (and life) BIO David has worked as a pediatric oncology nurse at UCSF Children’s Hospital for twelve years now. The bravery, laughter, perseverance, and the many smiles of the children and their parents who he has worked with...
How to write and publish nonfiction with David Metzger - Nurse Papa Part 1
November 07, 2021 14:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBWriterly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Article and Full Transcript Nurse Papa Website Connect with David on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS Keep creating work you can be proud of Sometimes the structure comes at the end of the creative process Balance is important in stories (and life) BIO David has worked as a pediatric oncology nurse at UCSF Children’s Hospital for twelve years now. The bravery, laughter, perseverance, and the many smiles of the children and their parents who he has worked wit...
On Becoming a Writer: Grady Hendrix Part 2
October 31, 2021 10:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBLINKS Writerly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Article and Full Transcript Grady Hendrix's Website Connect with him on Twitter 3 BIG TAKEAWAYS We have to make sacrifices for what we want in life Study your genre Dark moments can lead to something worthwhile if you push through BIO Grady Hendrix is an award-winning novelist and screenwriter. He’s the author of Horrorstor (which is being turned into a movie). He’s also written My Best Friend’s Exorcism (which is being adapted into a feature fi...
Trying to Turn Books into Movies and Other Horrors: Grady Hendrix Part 1
October 24, 2021 11:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBLINKS Writerly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Article and Full Transcript Grady Hendrix's Website Connect with him on Twitter BIO Grady Hendrix is an award-winning novelist and screenwriter. He’s the author of Horrorstor (which is being turned into a movie). He’s also written My Best Friend’s Exorcism (which is being adapted into a feature film by Amazon Studios), We Sold Our Souls, and the Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires (currently being adapted into a TV series). He also wrote ...
How do Agents Decide What to Represent? And more! Amy Elizabeth Bishop Part 2
October 21, 2021 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBWelcome to the second and final part of this interview with Amy Elizabeth Bishop. LINKS Writerly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Article and Full Transcript Amy's Agency Page Query Manager Manuscript Wish List Connect with her on Twitter BIO Amy joined Dystel Goderich & Borret literary agency in 2015 after interning for them in 2014. At DG&B, she's cultivating a wide-ranging list in literary and upmarket fiction, expert-driven narrative nonfiction, and select YA, with a special interest in the v...
Using Your Perceived Weaknesses as Strengths & Remember It's All About Story: Bennett Pellington Part 2
October 18, 2021 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBBennett Pellington is an award winning filmmaker who is hard at work at Part 2 of his award winning short film. He and I talk about storytelling, the struggles with filmmaking, and how to over come them! Links Writerly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Link to Article and Full Transcript Miner's Mountain Miner's Mountain Part II Trailer Bennett Pellington's Website Bennett's Instagram 3 Big Takeaways Feel comfortable making things up — but in the right way Leave your ego at the door. Use whatev...
Want to Write Great Scenes? Discussing Master Texts and Film Making Tips: Bennett Pellington Part 3
October 18, 2021 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBBennett Pellington is an award winning filmmaker who is hard at work at Part 2 of his award winning short film. He and I talk about storytelling, the struggles with filmmaking, and how to over come them! Links Writerly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Miner's Mountain Miner's Mountain Part II Trailer Bennett Pellington's Website Instagram Link to Full Transcript 3 Big Takeaways Use "Master Texts" to practice your craft Best books for aspiring filmmakers: Blake Snyder's Save the Cat & Hollywood ...
The State of Publishing: A Conversation with DG&B Literary Agent Amy Elizabeth Bishop Part 1
October 18, 2021 10:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBWelcome to part 1 of this 2 part interview. Today, I'll be talking to Amy Elizabeth Bishop. LINKS Writerly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Article and Full Transcript Amy's Agency Page Query Manager Manuscript Wish List Connect with her on Twitter BIO Amy joined Dystel Goderich & Borret literary agency in 2015 after interning for them in 2014. At DG&B, she's cultivating a wide-ranging list in literary and upmarket fiction, expert-driven narrative nonfiction, and select YA, with a special interes...
How to Know When Your Story Needs More Work: Bennett Pellington Part 1
October 18, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBBennett Pellington is an award winning filmmaker who is hard at work at Part 2 of his award winning short film. He and I talk about storytelling, the struggles with filmmaking, and how to over come them! Links Writerly Lifestyle Free Newsletter Miner's Mountain Miner's Mountain Part II Trailer Bennett Pellington's Website Instagram Link to Full Transcript 3 Big Takeaways It's important to write the stories that stick with you Don't always rush something into publication. It's often worth...
Writerly Lifestyle: Introduction to the Podcast: Episode 000
September 17, 2021 10:00 - 1 minute - 788 KBHey friends, my name is Dave and on the Writerly Lifestyle Podcast, we're going to explore the strategies and tools that help writers and creatives live happier, richer, more productive lives. We're here to prove that writing careers are more than hobbies and that making a good living isn't just possible, it's probable. We're going to do this through interviews, articles, tutorials, reviews and more. On this channel you'll hear from award winning filmmakers, best-selling authors, literary a...