Book Writing Tips: Quick Tips for New and Seasoned Authors
Episodes
Episode 35: Writing Great Villains: How to Create Memorable Antagonists Readers Love to Hate
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A great story needs a great villain. In this episode, I dive deep into writing great villains and explore what makes an antagonist truly unforgettable...
Episode 34: Using Cold & Flu Moments for Character Development
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if a cold or flu could make your characters stronger? In this episode, we explore how being sick can become a powerful tool for character develop...
Episode 33: Level Up Your Characters: How Vacations Boost Character Development
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I explore how using vacations for character development can unlock deeper storytelling and more authentic emotional arcs. Whether you...
Getting the Most from Your Beta Readers: How to Collect Truly Effective Feedback
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the secrets to getting effective feedback from beta readers in this insightful episode designed for both new and experienced authors. I break d...
Episode 31: Breaking Through Writer’s Block: My Novel November Survival Guide
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to put words on the page during Novel November? You’re not alone. In this episode, I dive into practical, actionable strategies that I us...
Episode 30: Why Storyboarding Makes Writing Easier
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the advantages of storyboarding for authors and how it can transform your writing process from chaotic to clear. Whether...
Episode 29: Tips Every Writer Needs to Complete Their First Draft
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to tackle your first draft but not sure where to start? In this episode, we dive into some essential tips and strategies every writer needs to c...
Episode 28: Ready, Set, Write! Making the Most of Novel November
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for Novel November—the ultimate challenge for writers to unleash their creativity! In this episode, we dive into what makes November such ...
Episode 27: Top Resources Every Author Needs: Tools to Write, Publish & Promote Your Book
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re diving into the best resources for authors—from writing software to promo tools, publishing platforms, and community suppor...
Episode 26: Book Signing Essentials: What Every Author Should Bring to Shine at Their First Event
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re diving into the must-have essentials every author should bring to ensure your event runs smoothly and leaves a lasting impres...
Episode 25: Bringing Your Setting to Life
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the art of bringing your story’s setting to life. A strong setting does more than provide a backdrop—it shapes mood,...
Episode 24: Why Time and Setting Matter
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into one of the most overlooked yet powerful tools in storytelling — time and setting. Whether it’s a bustling city in th...
Episode 23: Writing Stronger Characters Through Food – How Food Reveals Personality & Backstory
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore an often-overlooked storytelling tool: using food for character development. Whether you’re writing fantasy, contemporar...
Episode 22: How to Get a Book Cover That Makes Your Book Stand Out
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your book cover is the first thing readers see—and it can determine whether they click “buy” or keep scrolling. In this episode, we explore how ...
Episode 21: Characters and Tech: How Your Characters Use Technology Can Help with Character Development.
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Technology is a huge part of our lives. How your characters use technology is a great way to bring your reader into the setting and help them get to k...
Episode 20: 5 Things I Wish I Had Known Before I Published My First Book
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
5 Things I wish I had known before I published my first book. Hindsight is 20/20, right? Here are the top five things I wish I had known before I sel...
Episode 19 : Why Writer's Conferences are Worth the Money
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are writer’s conferences worth the money? Absolutely. In this episode, I will talk about the importance of writer’s conferences for both new/unpub...
Episode 18: How to Begin Paragraphs: Wording Matters
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What is the best way to start paragraphs? In this episode, I will delve into the some cautions of writing in first person, especially in regards to pa...
Episode 17: Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing in 2025: Which is Best? Pros and Cons
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to publish your book? Now comes the toughest decision you have to make...do you go traditional or self (indie)-publishing? Things have c...
Episode 16: How to help an author without spending any money :)
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We all want to help our author friends, but sometimes buying books isn't within our budget. Here are seven ways we can all help our author friend...
Episode 15: Five Ways to Learn the Craft of Writing
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Never stop learning. That is not just my regular mantra but my writing mantra as well. I hope, wherever you are on your writing journey, you never giv...
Episode 14: First Page Do's and Don'ts
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever want to know what agents and publishers want to see (and what they don't want to see) on the first page of your book?After attending many ag...
Episode 13: Does grammar really matter anymore?
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's 2025. People are used to texting and memes. Does grammar matter as much as it used to, or have we as a society kind of lost our interest in ...
Episode 12: Which Tense to Use When Writing a Book?
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Past tense vs. Present tense... which is better when writing a book?In this episode I will first explain the difference between the two tenses, and th...
Episode 11: Shhh, I'm reading. Why Reading is So Important for a Writer
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Not all readers are writers, but all writers are readers. At least, I hope that's true. In this episode, I will get into why reading (in general...
Episode 10: Do you see what I see? Utilizing the Senses in Your Writing
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most authors are pretty good about describing the things the characters see, but what about what they hear? Smell? Touch? Taste?In this episode, I wil...
Episode 9: What do you want to share? Why newsletters are important for authors.
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For many years, your social media platform was stressed as the most important thing an author had to do (besides writing a good book, of course). But ...
Episode 8: Why are they like that? How to (and not to) add backstory to your story.
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m going to delve into the amazing tool of backstory. If done correctly, backstory can help you fully develop your characters and ...
Episode 7: How’s the weather out there? Using Weather to Enhance Your Story
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I will be talking about the weather. Random, right? I mean, normally people talk about the weather when they have nothing else to say...
Episode 6: Can we talk? Tips for Writing Dialogue
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dialogue is such an important part of a story, and what characters say and how they say it can affect the way readers perceive your characters. There...
Episode 5: Hey, world, it's me. Connecting with other authors (even if you're an introvert)
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you’re a newbie author two chapters into their first book, or a seasoned author with two dozen books in the bookstores, connecting with othe...
Episode 4: I'm so stuck! Tips to Overcome Writer's Block
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I don't know about you, but sometimes, as an author, I get stuck. Just...stuck. And when that happens, I need some help to get...unstuck.In this ...
Episode 3: Who's Telling this Story? Examining Different Points of View (POV)
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Not sure which POV is best for your book? This episode breaks down the pros and cons of writing in the different points of view, from first person to ...
Episode 2: How am I gonna finish writing this book? Setting Realistic Writing Goals
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're a new author working on your first book, or a seasoned author with three or four books under your belt, setting writing goals can ...
Episode 1: I have an idea for a book. Where Do I Begin?
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 1: Welcome! If you have an idea for a book, but don’t know where to begin, you’ve come to the right place (or the WRITE place...hahaha). ...
TEASER: Hey, what's this new podcast about?
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BOOK WRITING TIPS: Quick Tips for New and Seasoned Authors is a podcast for authors at any stage of your writing journey. Whether you're a novic...