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Greenleaf Book Group CEO Tanya Hall discusses all things book publishing, from how to write your book and build your author brand to getting your book into bookstores and making it a bestseller. Each episode features an interview with an expert guest, including editors, designers, publicists, and brand strategists.
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Storystruck

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Welcome to StoryStruck, where we believe every writer has the power to change the world—one word at a time. Dive into writing rituals, creative strategies, and the insider tips you need to go from “I have an idea” to “I’m holding my book!” Weekly episodes feature candid chats with authors, editors, book coaches, and industry insiders where you’ll discover fresh ideas that turn writing challenges into breakthroughs. Whether you’re outlining your first draft or polishing your masterpiece, join ...
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This podcast is about the power of books and the people they’ve shaped. Stephen Nichols joins R.C. Sproul and other teachers in their personal libraries to discover the books that have left a mark on these men and their ministries.
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Welcome to the Louis Joel Poetry Podcast where we discuss all things poetry with your hosts Peter Roberts (Poet-in-Residence at LJAC), David Tredinnick (actor, playwright, raconteur, audio buff, archivist) & Colleen Murphy (writer, diversity champion, another raconteur). Each podcast will have interviews with poets, with people who convene poetry appreciation groups, with editors or producers of poetry magazines and with members of the community outlining some of their favourite (or least fa ...
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Releasing your inner dragon

Marie Mullany & Maxwell Alexander Drake

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Welcome to the world of creative writing and story mastery with Maxwell Alexander Drake and Marie Mullany, your guides to Releasing Your Inner Dragon. This author podcast is a treasure trove of writing tips and advice, sparking inspiration and ah-ha moments for every stage of an author’s career. Drake, an award-winning novelist and creative writing teacher, brings his experience from the gaming world and beyond, while Mullany, author of the Sangwheel Chronicles and YouTuber, shares her exper ...
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On Creative Writing

Sheelagh Caygill

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On Creative Writing is a monthly podcast show exploring all things creative writing, including fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, scripts, and essays. Hosts Emma Woodhouse and Sheelagh Caygill will interview knowledgeable and experienced guests about the craft of writing, the impact of AI on creative writing and publishing, book marketing, publicists, all types of publishing, agents, websites and online platforms, and much more. Creative writers Emma and Sheelagh met during their MA in Co ...
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Writing2Heal

Mandy Halgreen

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I'm Mandy Halgreen, a Book Writing Coach who helps women entrepreneurs share their life stories in a book. In this podcast you can dig into real, raw, no-holding-back guidance. Learn valuable steps, processes, and insights that will help you write your book and have it create the impact and income you need to empower and uplift yourself and others.
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Christian Publishing Show

Thomas Umstattd Jr.

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The Christian Publishing Show is a podcast to help Christian authors change the world. We talk about how to improve in the craft of writing, how to get published, and how to market effectively. Get expert advice from industry insiders. Hosted by Thomas Umstattd Jr.
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Writer's Block? Rejection? Impostor Syndrome? Writing is full of ups and downs, but we can still find plenty of joy on this creative journey! Bestselling author Marissa Meyer interviews writers and industry professionals about books, craft, and publishing, to find out how we can all bring more joy to our writing process and career.
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The Handmaid's Tale takes place in a version of the United States that’s ruled by a religious authoritarian regime obsessed with making as many babies as possible. And now it's been adapted to a TV show that critics are literally raving about. The Red Center is a podcast from The Outline about that show. Each week, hosts Laura June and Rose Eveleth discuss the most recent episode of The Handmaid's Tale through the lens of a specific topic, like motherhood, race, politics, crime, or the book ...
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Helping indie authors successfully write, market, & self-publish their books and make a living with their writing. In this show, Ella interviews successful authors who share their best writing, marketing, and mindset secrets. You'll hear from them about topics such as making time to write, tools to succeed as an indie author, exactly what steps they took to achieve their self-publishing success.
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Dive deep into the dynamic marketing realm in the digital age with The Backstory on Marketing and AI, hosted by Guy Powell, the visionary President of ProRelevant Marketing Solutions. This enlightening podcast is your gateway to understanding the intricate interplay between data-driven marketing strategies and cutting-edge AI technologies. Each episode brings to the table candid and insightful conversations with some of the industry's most influential leaders and analytics experts. They shar ...
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Oh Draft!

Maggie Ann Martin

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Write a book with me in 45 days! Young adult author Maggie Ann Martin works through her newest project going through critical steps of the novel drafting process in 45 days. She'll cover character development, research, outlining, goals and good old pen-to-paper writing. Maggie Ann Martin is the author of TO BE HONEST, a fat-positive coming of age story that was named an NPR Best Book of 2018 and THE BIG F, a rom-com centered on overcoming failure that was a finalist for RT Reviewer's Choice ...
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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is a late 14th Century Middle English alliterative romance outlining an adventure of Sir Gawain, a knight of King Arthur’s Round Table. In the tale, Sir Gawain accepts a challenge from a mysterious warrior who is completely green, from his clothes and hair to his beard and skin. The “Green Knight” offers to allow anyone to strike him with his axe if the challenger will take a return blow in a year and a day. Gawain accepts, and beheads him in one blow, only to ...
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The Art of Allowance Podcast is hosted by John Lanza, the author of "The Art of Allowance: A Short, Practical Guide to Raising Money-Smart, Money-Empowered Kids." John is also the Chief Mammal and Creator of The Money Mammals, the award-winning DVD and picture book series that helps get kids excited about money smarts. In the Art of Allowance podcast, John interviews parents and other youth money experts to discuss tools, tactics and tricks that families can pick and choose from to help them ...
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Do you feel called to write a fiction book? Do you want to authentically honor God through your creativity without sounding preachy? Are you finding yourself in the cycle of constantly rewriting your first draft? Are you wondering how to write characters people will want to read about and plot points that will keep your reader on the edge of their seats? I am so excited you are here! This podcast will help you finish that book you’ve always wanted to write and honor God through your creativi ...
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What better way to celebrate Halloween then spending the entire next month staring into a blank page while screaming? If that sounds pleasing, welcome to NaNoWriMo! This is a daily writing tips audio blog which will be releasing 10-20 minute episodes through the coming month of November. The focus will be on smoothing out the writing process and tricks for heaving yourself out of the many ruts that may pucker the next 30 days.
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The Authority Show

Jessica Killingley

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If you are a coach, consultant or course creator then chances are you are driven by the desire to help as many people as you can, and leave a lasting impact. You have experience that needs to be shared. Knowledge that needs to be taught. A message that needs to be heard. Plus, a business that needs to be scaled. But in the age when anyone with an opinion can shout about it on the internet, why is it that some coaches are able to cut through the noise and position themselves as true influence ...
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You work hard for your money, but is it working for you? You don’t need a degree in finance to become a master at wealth building! Each week, host and wealth strategist Jack Gibson reveals real tips, tricks and secrets to help you increase, keep and grow your income, and your time, to live the life you want, no matter what stage of the wealth building phase you are in. Tune in weekly for timely conversation about investing in the stock market, buying real estate, generating passive income, d ...
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Les and Jack on Writing - Uncensored

Jack Holland and Les Edgerton

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Les Edgerton and Jack Holland discuss the writing of a publishable novel in a relaxed, chatty format. They saw the need for some real-life info on effective writing versus the cookie-cutter bumper sticker advice many podcasts are based on. Their advice is based on what works in the real world of publishing. Example: Write what you know. Bullshit, bumper sticker advice. Better: Write what you can convince the reader you know. If a writer followed the first piece of advice, chances are pretty ...
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Jennifer and her guests discuss anything and everything to do with discovering, collecting and sharing stories - with an emphasis on ethical story collection (Story Seeking). Jennifer Thompson is a leader in community engagement and ethical marketing through stories; founder of Engaging Solutions and creator of Story Seeking (ethical story collection). www.engagingsolutions.com.au Intro & Outro music: "10 Days [instrumental]" by Forget the Whale under Creative Commons Attribution Licence.
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Steven Harris, Esq. is here with the tips you need to survive law school, crush your finals, and pass the bar. All in short clips that you can listen to while walking to class! Steven has helped countless attorneys pass the California Bar Exam and Uniform Bar Examination. He has over 20 years of tutoring experience, has worked as a Professor at multiple major universities, and is the author of two books (Winnin' Time and Trigger List) that give students the boost they need to pass law school ...
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Send us a text Join Drake and Marie as they explore how to write interiority using a 12 layer model. We go over everything from showing, to telling, to worldview and more! Writer's room (50% off for lifetime membership): https://writersroom.mn.co/plans/338439?bundle_token=196fd3965307a65eee0d1bf2bc6fa5a6&utm_source=manual Membership for Just In Tim…
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If you like the podcast and interviews with writers at OnCreativeWriting.com, perhaps consider making a tiny donation at Ko-fi. Even $3 can help us keep the website and podcast alive! Audio essay from poet and novelist Kim Fahner On Creative Writing is extremely fortunate to publish an informative and engaging audio essay from acclaimed poet, playw…
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Tigger warning for discussions of veteran suicide and trauma in this episode. In this conversation, Allison Perry Sower shares her journey as a military family member, trauma therapist, and nonprofit founder. She discusses the impact of her brother's military service on her life, her experiences working with veterans, and the challenges of writing …
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Send us a text Join Drake and Marie as they explore how to write interiority using a 12 layer model. We go over everything from showing, to telling, to worldview and more! Writer's room (50% off for lifetime membership): https://writersroom.mn.co/plans/338439?bundle_token=196fd3965307a65eee0d1bf2bc6fa5a6&utm_source=manual Membership for Just In Tim…
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Welcome Dear Readers. This month we are discussing 10 minutes 38 Seconds in this Strange World by Elif Shafak. You are listening to Time to Read, a Winnipeg Public Library podcast book club. We are recording today from the Millennium Library in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. We are located in Treaty One Territory, the home and traditional lands of the…
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In this conversation, Melquea, a children's book illustrator, shares her journey into the world of illustration, emphasizing the importance of diversity and representation in children's literature. She discusses her creative process, the significance of art in society, and the collaboration between authors and illustrators. Melquea highlights how h…
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Since the Published by Greenleaf Book Group podcast began in 2017, Greenleaf CEO Tanya Hall has interviewed one expert in the publishing industry every single month. Over that time, she's educated and empowered thousands of authors at all levels of experience to hone their craft and navigate the world of publishing with confidence. Today is a miles…
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Hello! If you are enjoying the podcast and our interviews at OnCreativeWriting.com please consider making a tiny donation towards website hosting fees us at Ko-fi. On Creative Writing host Sheelagh Caygill speaks with author and AI expert Paul Dettmann to explore how much of a threat generative AI is to creative writers. Paul brings a wealth of exp…
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In our tenth episode we take a deep dive into the poetry of little known Australian poet, Lesbia Harford (1891 – 1927). John Kinsella, in the introduction to The Penguin Anthology of Australian Poetry, Kinsella J ed. Penguin, Melbourne, 2009 p 47 - 48 describes her as ‘the radical and unique Lesbia Harford, whose poetry of ambivalent sexuality, wor…
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Send us a text Join Drake and Marie as they explore how to write interiority using a 12 layer model. We go over everything from showing, to telling, to worldview and more! Writer's room (50% off for lifetime membership): https://writersroom.mn.co/plans/338439?bundle_token=196fd3965307a65eee0d1bf2bc6fa5a6&utm_source=manual Membership for Just In Tim…
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In this conversation, Rachel and Neno explore the use of tarot as a tool for storytelling and writing. They share their personal journeys with tarot, discuss the significance of the major and minor arcana, and delve into various methods of interpreting tarot cards for plot development. The discussion emphasizes the fluidity of using tarot in writin…
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In this episode of The Backstory on Marketing and AI, discover how AI is accelerating revenue growth for marketing and sales teams alike. We explore how Catalyst Marketing made a bold pivot to become an AI-enhanced growth marketing agency—and how it’s paying off. Topics covered: · Why prompt engineering matters · Real use cases for AI-enabled marke…
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In this episode of The Backstory on Marketing and AI, we sit down with Andy Cwik, co-founder and CEO of Hubub, an AI-powered concierge platform for client entertainment. Discover how AI is transforming client engagement for startups and mid-sized businesses. Learn how empathy, automation, and LLMs can help brands compete with industry giants—withou…
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British author Emma Marns shares how she came to write her novel The Walk in this audio essay. The Walk is about two girls who are sent to Bessborough, in Cork, Ireland. Bessborough is one of the many Irish Roman Catholic Mother and Baby homes which operated in Ireland from the mid-1900s until the 1990s. Emma recounts how while studying for an M.Ph…
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This episode features an engaging discussion with Melissa Olthoff about her newly released book, *Rise from Ruin*. We delve into the profound importance of friendship within the writing community, revealing how these connections foster creativity and support among writers. As we explore Melissa's journey into writing, she shares her experiences and…
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In this episode of The Backstory on Marketing and AI, we explore how marketing can reconnect with buyers in an era dominated by automation and AI. We unpack the challenges of disconnected marketing and offer solutions rooted in real human connection. You'll learn: · How to avoid shallow automation strategies · The power of podcasting and community …
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Send us a text Join Drake and Marie as they explore how to write interiority using a 12 layer model. We go over everything from showing, to telling, to worldview and more! Writer's room (50% off for lifetime membership): https://writersroom.mn.co/plans/338439?bundle_token=196fd3965307a65eee0d1bf2bc6fa5a6&utm_source=manual Membership for Just In Tim…
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In this conversation, Rachel Clair and Neno explore the impact of story in nonfiction books. They discuss how stories evoke emotions, create connections, and enhance learning experiences. The discussion highlights the psychological reasons for integrating stories into nonfiction writing, the transformative power of memoirs, and the ripple effect th…
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The cultural ground beneath us is shifting fast. The kinds of books that impacted your faith a decade ago, and possibly inspired you to write, likely won’t have the same effect on readers in this cultural moment. How do you write books that resonate with readers without compromising biblical truth? In this week’s episode, I speak with pastor and au…
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In this Art of Allowance Podcast episode, host John Lanza welcomes JL Collins and his daughter, Jess, for a conversation about financial independence and family money lessons. They discuss the principles of JL's bestseller, The Simple Path to Wealth, the process of writing and updating the book and the importance of teaching kids about money from a…
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Hollay Ghadery, founder of River Street Writing, gives a lesson in book publicity for seasoned and new authors of all genres in this conversation with Sheelagh Caygill. River Street Writing is an Ontario-based brand, publicity, and author support services business with more than two decades of experience. Hollay, senior publicist with the team, say…
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Send us a text Join Drake and Marie as they explore how to write interiority using a 12 layer model. We go over everything from showing, to telling, to worldview and more! Writer's room (50% off for lifetime membership): https://writersroom.mn.co/plans/338439?bundle_token=196fd3965307a65eee0d1bf2bc6fa5a6&utm_source=manual Membership for Just In Tim…
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Welcome Dear Readers. This month we are discussing Hana Khan Carries On by Uzma Jalaluddin You are listening to Time to Read, a Winnipeg Public Library podcast book club. We are recording today from the Millennium Library in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. We are located in Treaty One Territory, the home and traditional lands of the Anishinaabe (Ojibwe…
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We are delighted to welcome Marisa Wolf to the Storystruck podcast, a prolific author who has written twelve novels and thirty-five short stories, including collaborations with both emerging and established science fiction authors. We delve into navigating the writing process, particularly the challenge of embracing the imperfect first draft. Then …
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Welcome back to Published. Today we’re joined by Christopher Locke, Director of Membership & Member Services at the Independent Book Publishers Association. The indie publishing landscape has changed dramatically in recent years, and IBPA’s resources have helped educate authors and hold publishers to clear standards of professionalism. In this epis…
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Send us a text Join Drake and Marie as they explore how to write interiority using a 12 layer model. We go over everything from showing, to telling, to worldview and more! Writer's room (50% off for lifetime membership): https://writersroom.mn.co/plans/338439?bundle_token=196fd3965307a65eee0d1bf2bc6fa5a6&utm_source=manual Membership for Just In Tim…
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In this engaging episode of the On Creative Writing podcast, author and editor Allister Thompson takes the mic in our Authors-Behind-The-Mic series. From North Bay, Ontario, Allister has edited for more than 30 years or so. Decades ago, his first attempt at writing a novel years ago was a negative experience. But when he pulled a dusty manuscript f…
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In this conversation, Denise Madre, an editor and sensitivity reader, discusses the intricacies of writing, editing, and the importance of sensitivity in storytelling. She emphasizes the need for writers to understand their characters deeply, especially when writing outside their own experiences. The discussion covers the role of sensitivity reader…
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In today’s saturated content environment, brands aren’t short on content—they’re short on connection. In our latest Backstory on Marketing and AI episode, we dive into how B2B companies are using AI to build better stories and smarter videos. Video is one of the most effective mediums for generating trust and engagement. But video creation comes wi…
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Join us as we dissect the psychological dimensions of storytelling exploring the profound impact of fiction on individuals and society. We discuss how stories can serve as a means of escape, inspiration, and emotional processing. Plus we'll dive into the psychology behind storytelling, the evolution of narratives, and the importance of character de…
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Canadian author Anthony Bidulka delivers an engaging and info-packed audio essay in this episode of On Creative Writing. He delves into his writing career in mystery and suspense novels and the creative process behind his new novel, Home Fires Burn - the latest installment in the Merry Bell series. Anthony gives lots of actionable tips as he discus…
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In this episode of The Backstory on Marketing and AI, we uncover how AI is reshaping influencer marketing. Our guest from The Rave reveals how smart tools are identifying influencers hidden within your customer base, enabling personalized, scalable outreach using real-time data and automation. Learn how AI-powered platforms reduce wasted spend on u…
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In our ninth episode we move away from European styles of poetry and examine a Japanese form – the tanka, a close relation to haiku. Rodney Williams, poet and editor of the journal Catchment – Poetry of Place returns as our guide to educate us about tanka and share some of his writing in that form. Hobson’s Choice also returns with a focus on poetr…
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Send us a text Join Drake and Marie as they explore how to write interiority using a 12 layer model. We go over everything from showing, to telling, to worldview and more! Writer's room (50% off for lifetime membership): https://writersroom.mn.co/plans/338439?bundle_token=196fd3965307a65eee0d1bf2bc6fa5a6&utm_source=manual Membership for Just In Tim…
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The episode features an engaging conversation with author Kacey Ezell, who unveils her new book, 'Magelight'. Kacey, a seasoned writer with numerous military science fiction titles to her credit, shares her journey into the fantasy genre, reflecting on how her childhood imagination fueled her passion for storytelling. The hosts, Rachel and Nino, le…
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Why do some books keep readers up all night while others fall flat? If you've ever wondered whether your novel is gripping enough, you're not alone. One of the biggest challenges writers face is keeping readers hooked to the end. In this week’s episode, we dive deep into what truly drives great storytelling. Whether you're writing legal thrillers, …
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Send us a text Join Drake and Marie as they explore how to write interiority using a 12 layer model. We go over everything from showing, to telling, to worldview and more! Writer's room (50% off for lifetime membership): https://writersroom.mn.co/plans/338439?bundle_token=196fd3965307a65eee0d1bf2bc6fa5a6&utm_source=manual Membership for Just In Tim…
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Welcome Dear Readers. This month we are discussing I Only Read Murder by Ian and Will Ferguson. You are listening to Time to Read, a Winnipeg Public Library podcast book club. We are recording today from the Millennium Library in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. We are located in Treaty One Territory, the home and traditional lands of the Anishinaabe (O…
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Content trigger warning: This episode touches on topics including self-harm, alcoholism, drug use, and eating disorders. We understand that these topics may be distressing for some listeners. So please take care while listening, or you may decide not to listen. In this episode of the On Creative Writing podcast, Sheelagh Caygill talks with acclaime…
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In this episode, Boobesh Ramadurai, Head of Marketing Analytics at LatentView, shares how companies are unlocking powerful ROI using AI in their marketing stack. We discuss why AI-enabled market research is faster and more insightful than traditional methods and how creative teams are leveraging generative AI to accelerate campaign timelines. Boobe…
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In this episode of The Backstory on Marketing and AI, host Guy Powell interviews Rocketium CEO Satej Sirur to explore the evolving intersection of AI and marketing. Discover how Rocketium is helping brands automate ad creative generation at scale while maintaining brand compliance, improving speed to market, and reducing creative friction. Satej ex…
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Writing Rituals That Actually Work (And Why Yours Doesn’t Have to Be Perfect) Struggling to make writing a habit that actually sticks? You’re not alone. In this episode of Storystruck, Rachel and Neno get real about writing rituals—what works, what doesn’t, and why it’s okay to throw out all the “rules.” From blackout poetry and fantasy playlists t…
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On Creative Writing co-founders Emma Woodhouse and Sheelagh Caygill discuss Emma's experiences writing historical fiction, seeking an agent and acquiring a publisher in the UK. She also discusses her own imprint, Havisham and Webb. If you're a writer asking "How do you get a publishing contract?" this podcast provides a candid look at the dedicatio…
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Send us a text Join Drake and Marie as they explore how to write interiority using a 12 layer model. We go over everything from showing, to telling, to worldview and more! Writer's room (50% off for lifetime membership): https://writersroom.mn.co/plans/338439?bundle_token=196fd3965307a65eee0d1bf2bc6fa5a6&utm_source=manual Membership for Just In Tim…
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On Creative Writing: Building Community, Exploring Trends, and Supporting Writers Creative writers Emma Woodhouse and Sheelagh Caygill bring you the On Creative Writing podcast. On Creative Writing is here to talk about all things creative writing. This includes fiction in all forms, from poetry, prose, flash fiction, through to novels, novellas, s…
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In this episode of The Backstory on Marketing and AI, Peter Swimm of Toilville dives deep into the real-world implications of AI and marketing. With over a decade of experience in conversational AI, Peter breaks down the practical and philosophical challenges businesses face in today’s AI-saturated landscape. From building chatbot systems for enter…
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