Writer Unleashed is a weekly podcast for fiction and memoir writers. It's a deep dive into story techniques, writing craft, and the... more
Writing your first novel can feel like dumping 1000 puzzle pieces onto the floor without the picture on the box... more
Struggling to get past chapter one, even with a solid outline and a great idea? In this episode, we unpack... more
In this episode, we’re zeroing in on one of the most important (and most rewritten) parts of your novel: the... more
You’ve written pages. Maybe even chapters. But your scenes still aren’t landing the way you imagined. The pacing drags. The... more
Writing a book isn’t just a creative act—it’s a mental marathon. And if you’ve ever found yourself stuck in self-doubt,... more
You've got an exciting plot. Compelling characters. And the action is moving along at a crisp pace. But something still... more
Stuck in a writing slump? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re talking about those hard, heavy moments when the... more
You’ve built your character's world and raised the stakes. But how do you end your story in a way that... more
Among the most important (and intimidating) decisions you'll make as a writer is how to begin your story. That opening... more
Writing dialog can feel deceptively simple. After all, it's just people talking, right? But in far too many stories, characters... more