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Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Trailer
04 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What's our podcast about? Come have a drink with us & listen!Support the show
Episode 35: Making the Unbelievable Believable
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about how to make your readers believe the unbelievable! Especially with fantasy writing, it is important to have your reader...
Myths & Monsters 7: The Mysterious Lights of Brown Mountain & the Dead Children's Playground
31 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about two places in the US that have eerie reputations: the mysterious, unexplained lights on Brown Mountain in North Carol...
Episode 34: Love Triangles - New Twists on an Old Trope
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about the cliche of love triangles. How can we write love triangles to keep our readers from rolling their eyes and running f...
Mini Episode 8: The Pros & Cons of Pen Names
21 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about pen names! Should you use one? When is it appropriate to use one? Does it hurt to use a pen name? In this day and age, ...
Episode 33: Adding Depth to your Novel
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode discusses how to add depth to your novel. Ever read a book that seemed just too .... light? Thin? Wanting? We talk about how to help yo...
Episode 32: Creating Brilliant Book Titles - How to Name Your Novel
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode talks about how to come up with a book title for your novel! It's not so easy! We talk about writing tips, questions to ask and disc...
Episode 31: Cutting to the Chase - Writing Killer Loglines
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss writing the perfect logline! How do you boil down your novel into a sentence? It's not easy! We talk about pitchi...
Myths & Monsters 6: Skinwalkers & Into thin air: the Alaska Triangle
31 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about skinwalkers as well as the Alaskan "Bermuda" Triangle where thousands of people go missing each year! Skinwal...
Episode 30: Is Your Main Character Worthy of Your Story?
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss whether your main character is story-worthy. How can you tell? Is your main character the right character to be leading yo...
Episode 29: Mary Sues & Gary Stus - The Problem with Perfect Characters
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about Mary Sue characters (and the male counterpart - Gary Stu). What is a Mary Sue character? How do you avoid it? Should yo...
Episode 28: Scenery - Defining the Details without Boring your Reader
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about writing scenery! How to write scenery without boring your readers? How much is too much? How much is too little? ...
Episode 27: Foreshadowing - Placing Portents in your Novel
08 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about foreshadowing! What is foreshadowing? How do you add it to your novel? How much is too much? What tricks are there to...
Mini Episode 7: (Episode 26.5): Using Timelines in Writing Fiction - How to do it Well
03 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss using timelines while writing novels. How do you do it? Should you do it? Exactly what is a timeline? We discuss what we d...
Myths & Monsters 5: Draugrs & Into Thin Air: The Roanoke Colony
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the legends about the draugrs and the vanishing of the Roanoke Colony! Come have a drink & listen!Support the show
Episode 26: Showing vs Telling - How to do it Better
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss showing vs telling in writing. It is something we are taught from elementary school, so how do we do it? How can we make s...
Episode 25: Cliche's in Writing: The "Chosen One" - New Twists on an old Trope
23 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss cliche plots in writing, especially urban fantasy. We discuss how to twist an old trope into a new story idea. Come have a...
Episode 24: Writing Humor - It's Seriously Easy
16 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about adding humor to your writing! What is humor, what are the types of humor, how do you get humor across in your novels? C...
Episode 23: Theme 101: Incorporating Theme into your Novels
09 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss theme in your novels: what is it, how to add it, and what makes it good. How to figure out what your theme is, how to i...
Episode 22: What is an Anti-Hero, And How to Write One
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss anti-heroes: what they are, how to write one, and what makes one a good one! Come have a drink with us and listen!Support...
Myth & Monsters 4: (Episode 22.5): Chupacabra & The Hauntings of Lake Lanier
31 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about some urban legends for our latest myths and monsters episode - the chupacabra as well as the hauntings of Lake Lanier, G...
Mini Episode 6: (Episode 21.5): The Writer's Journal - What's It All About?
29 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We talk about journaling in a writer's journal in this episode! What to write, why to write and how to write! Come have a drink with us and liste...
Episode 21: Finding Your Creative Soulmate: How to Find an Agent
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss how to find your perfect agent - your creative soulmate - who will champion your novel in finding the right publishing hou...
Episode 20: Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing - How to Decide?
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss how to go down the path of deciding whether to self-publish your novel or to go the more traditional route for publishing y...
Episode 19: Character Backstory - Childhood Trauma
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about developing your character's backstory, and in particular, how childhood trauma can be used to enrich your characte...
Episode 18: The Quandary of Query Letter Writing
05 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about query letter writing - the dos, the don'ts and all in between! Did you know there is a magic formula?? Come liste...
Myths & Monsters 3: (Episode 17.5): Djinn & Tulpas
30 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Taylor explores the origins and stories about the djinn and genies, while Sherry talks about Tulpas, which are physical creatures bro...
Episode 17: Brainstorming - Sparking Your Brain for Writing
28 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we tackle how to brainstorm, when to brainstorm, brainstorming tools and more! There are so many ways to get your brain going and to ...
Episode 16: He Said, She Said: How to Write Better Dialogue
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore how to write dialogue in your novel! We discuss the purpose of dialogue, how to develop character through dialogue, how to...
Mini Episode 5 (Episode 15.5): Examples of Paragraph Writing
17 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we read out 4 examples of the paragraph writing we are always talking about! It's a great exercise in writing as well as a way t...
Episode 15: Conquering Dead Writer's Brain - How to Handle Writer's Block
14 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sherry and Taylor talk about writer's block. Who hasn't had it?? When writing sends you running for cover, what to do??? What Wikipedia ca...
Mini Episode 4: (Episode 14.5): Writing Style - How to Find Yours
10 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this (a little bit long) mini episode, Taylor and Sherry talk about writing style. What is it, and how do we find it? Have a drink and listen!Suppo...
Episode 14: How To Write a Better Bad Guy
07 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sher & Tay discuss creating antagonists in your novel. Not sure where to begin? Have a drink and listen!Support the show
Mini Episode 3: (Episode 13.75): Hearing & Portraying Your Character's Voice
03 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this mini episode, Sherry and Taylor talk about Voice. What is it? How to you get voice across in your book? Have a drink and listen!Support the ...
Myths & Monsters 2: (Episode 13.5): Baba Yaga & Tricksters
31 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sher & Tay tell about the tale of Baba Yaga and explore the history of tricksters!Support the show
Episode 13: Adding Mystery to Your Novel
31 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sher & Tay discuss ways to add mystery and suspense to your urban fantasy! Have a drink and listen!Support the show
Episode 12: Starting Your Novel - The Appetizer to a Full Course Meal
24 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sherry & Taylor discuss how to start that novel! Tired of looking at a blank page? Listen to this episode and start writing!Sup...
Mini Episode 2: (Episode 11.5): How to Write Scenes in Urban Fantasy
20 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sher & Tay talk about the elements of writing scenes.Support the show
Episode 11: Writing Your Wrongs: How To Edit Your Urban Fantasy Novel
17 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sher & Tay discuss the basics of editing your novel! Support the show
Episode 10: Creating Magical Systems in Urban Fantasy
10 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode we discuss how to build your magical system in your novel! Support the show
Episode 9: Adding Punch to Your Fight Scenes
03 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week we talk about fight scenes and how to make them realistic and exciting for your readers!Support the show
Myths & Monsters 1: Banshees & Wendigos - Happy Leap Year Day!
29 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Our first myths & monsters episode! We discuss banshees & wendigos!Support the show
Episode 8: World Building: Getting Your Hands Dirty
25 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode explores world-building on a deeper level where we discuss building governments, climates, geography, and environment.Support the show
Mini Episode 7.5: Series Plotting: Keeping the Arc Flowing
21 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about series plotting and how to keep the reader interested, how to make a series arc, and things to consider to make it work...
Episode 7: World Building From the Ground Up
18 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode talks about the process of worldbuilding. How do you even start? What resources are there? Feeling overwhelmed? Come listen!Support...
Episode 6: Plots Within Plots: Weaving in Subplots
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sherry & Taylor discuss writing subplots, weaving them in, and how they do it!Support the show
Episode 5: It's the plot that counts, and dead writer brain
04 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Discussions about how we plot, types of plots and plotting ideas!Support the show
Episode 4: Getting to Know Your Character
28 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hear about how to flush out your character, what tools and resources we use, and our thoughts on character developmentSupport the show
Episode 3: Character Development
21 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the basics of character development - names, looks, etc!Support the show
Episode 2: What Constitutes Urban Fantasy?
14 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode continues the discussion on what urban fantasy is. Hear how authors in the field describe the attributes of urban fantasy and what is nee...
Episode 1: What Is Urban Fantasy Fiction?
14 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the EDW podcast about writing urban fantasy. This episode delves into what exactly urban fantasy is.Support the show