Writing Menu; Dishing Ideas Podcast

Six authors discuss writing techniques, styles, and having fun while they chat.

Episodes

Jan 31, 2025

15 min

Avoid mentioning politicians or politics unless vital to the story
Glossy or matte cover
AI Blurb for the Copyright page
Register your work with the Library of Congress
9x6 is the most popular-sized book
Justification
Various scam companies and individuals
Maps in your story

Jan 31, 2025

15 min

Research

Jan 24, 2025

Jan 24, 2025

16 min

How did you research material for your story
Did the research take you to any interesting places
Did a place inspire you to include it in your story
What is your superpower?

Jan 24, 2025

16 min

Table of Contents

Jan 17, 2025

Jan 17, 2025

13 min

Table of Contents for Paperback Books in Word
Table of Contents Code to avoid the Chapter Subtitles printing a page number
 

Jan 17, 2025

13 min

Jan 10, 2025

14 min

What are some steps to take to overcome self-doubt.
How do you handle bad reviews?

Jan 10, 2025

14 min

Jan 3, 2025

17 min

Camille Padula, one of the five podcast authors, shares her writing journey. Along the way, she provides helpful tips.

Jan 3, 2025

17 min

Time to Unwind

Dec 27, 2024

Dec 27, 2024

16 min

Five Authors share which social media platforms they use.
Five Authors share which services they use to help with their writing, gaining insight into available resources.

Dec 27, 2024

16 min

Dec 20, 2024

13 min

BLURBS - Why are blurbs essential and so hard to write?
ISBN Numbers - Tips on where to purchase ISBN numbers; why you don't want a free ISBN number.

Dec 20, 2024

13 min

Show vs Tell

Dec 13, 2024

Dec 13, 2024

15 min

SHOW vs. TELL—These days, the motto is "Show us, don't tell us." However, each plays an important role in your story.
PASSIVE VOICE - A passive voice dulls the story. How do you avoid a passive voice?

Dec 13, 2024

15 min

Point of View

Dec 6, 2024

Dec 6, 2024

16 min

- Point of View - First person, third person limited, third person omniscient.
- Point of View - From the character's view and paying attention to Head Hopping
- Special presentation from Author Natalie Kahler on her books and also on the upcoming Brooksville Booksville Festival - January 25, 2025

Dec 6, 2024

16 min

Time to Celebrate

Nov 29, 2024

Nov 29, 2024

15 min

Manuscript Completed
A Good Review
Published

Nov 29, 2024

15 min

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