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EPISODE 35: Navigating Plotting Pitfalls with Author Meredith Tate
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In this episode of Way-Word Writers, hosts Heather Cashman, Stephanie Bearce, and Nicki Jacobsmeyer sit down with author Meredith Tate to discuss her journey as a writer and explore common plotting pitfalls. Meredith shares her methods for plotting and character development, offers insights into balancing plot and character arcs, and discusses the challenges of writing across various genres and age groups. The conversation touches upon the importance of feedback, handling plot twists, and the value of reading widely to improve writing skills. Meredith also highlights her brainstorming process and gives advice to aspiring authors on how to enhance their plotting techniques.
00:00 Welcome to Way-Word Writers
00:31 Introducing Meredith Tate
01:19 Meredith's Writing Journey
02:08 Writing Across Genres and Age Groups
03:43 Plotting Pitfalls and Challenges
05:39 The Importance of Reading Broadly
08:09 Balancing Plot and Character Development
16:32 The Art of Plot Twists
18:03 Handling Feedback and Revisions
30:45 Final Thoughts and Advice
31:52 Where to Find Meredith's Books
32:36 Closing Remarks
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In this episode of Way-Word Writers, hosts Heather Cashman, Stephanie Bearce, and Nicki Jacobsmeyer sit down with author Meredith Tate to discuss her journey as a writer and explore common plotting pitfalls. Meredith shares her methods for plotting and character development, offers insights into balancing plot and character arcs, and discusses the challenges of writing across various genres and age groups. The conversation touches upon the importance of feedback, handling plot twists, and the value of reading widely to improve writing skills. Meredith also highlights her brainstorming process and gives advice to aspiring authors on how to enhance their plotting techniques.
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01:19 Meredith's Writing Journey
02:08 Writing Across Genres and Age Groups
03:43 Plotting Pitfalls and Challenges
05:39 The Importance of Reading Broadly
08:09 Balancing Plot and Character Development
16:32 The Art of Plot Twists
18:03 Handling Feedback and Revisions
30:45 Final Thoughts and Advice
31:52 Where to Find Meredith's Books
32:36 Closing Remarks
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