The Kate and Abbie Show
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Episode 050: How to Get Motivated to Write Your Book
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel unmotivated to write? Totally drained of inspiration and drive? Don’t worry — you’re not alone. Lots of writers feel this way, Kate ...
Episode 049: Remember THIS When You Want to Quit Writing
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like giving up on your writing? Like maybe you’re just not good enough to be a successful author? If so, you are not alone. Many wr...
Episode 048: Making Your Own Audiobook VS Going Traditional
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The reading world is changing and audiobooks are a must-have if you want to make your book as successful as it can possibly be. That's why, in today's...
Episode 047: Interview with Christine Lakin and Vikas Adam, Narrators of The Blood Race Audiobook
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of The Kate and Abbie Show, we’re sitting down with voice actors Christine Lakin and Vikas Adam, the narrators of The Blood ...
Episode 046: How to Find the Perfect Beta Readers (+ 9 Questions to Ask Them)
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you looking for the perfect beta readers? A few people who can give you valuable, honest feedback on your work? People who understand yo...
Episode 045: The Do's and Don'ts of Genre Blending
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
GENRE-BLENDING: the art of combining two or more genres to create a truly unique story. This concept sounds pretty awesome on paper, but when you star...
Episode 044: How to Build Suspense in Writing
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Want to keep your reader on the edge of their seat? Suspense is a vital arrow to have in your literary quiver as a writer, even if you don’...
Episode 043: How To Be Confident in Your Own Writing
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you wish you could be more confident in your writing? Whether that means divulging your novel’s plot to a new friend or reaching out to the publi...
Episode 042: How to Overcome Writer's Block (Before it Even Starts)
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Wouldn’t it be awesome if there was a way to stop writer's block before it even started? That’s what this podcast is all about. Today, authors Kat...
Episode 041: Why You're Never Happy With Your Writing
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel discouraged — or even DISGUSTED — when you read your own writing? Do you ever catch yourself saying “I don’t know if this is ...
Episode 040: Debunking 7 Common Writing Myths
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you think you need to write good prose in order to be a good writer? Do you think you have to write every day? Do you think you're too young to pub...
Episode 039: How to Have Grit as a Writer
25 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
GRIT: perseverance, endurance, the most important skill to have if you want to be successful as a writer. The truth about any creative career is that ...
Episode 038: Cozy Self-Care Ideas for Writers
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do the long, dark winter days drain your motivation to write or create? You are NOT alone. Winter can be a low-energy season for many. Today, we're sh...
Episode 037: The 7 Mistakes Beginner Writers Make
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
All beginner writers make mistakes. But here's the good news: you can avoid (most of) these mistakes if you know what they are ahead of time! In today...
Episode 036: How to Set Writing Goals (and Accomplish Them)
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you set ambitious writing goals but never accomplish them? Do you ever feel overwhelmed, like there are just too many ideas and not enough time? If...
Episode 035: Christmas Q&A Special with Kate and Abbie Emmons
01 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this special holiday episode of The Kate & Abbie Show, we're answering YOUR questions! Thank you to everyone who submitted questions for this e...
Episode 034: Advice For Teen Writers
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt disqualified to be a writer because you're a still teenager, just starting out? If the answer is 'yes', then this podcast is for YO...
Episode 033: Why You Should Write Fan Fiction
07 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is writing fan fiction a waste of time? That's a question many writers ask themselves. In today's podcast, authors Kate and Abbie are debunking some c...
Episode 032: How To Write a Prologue That Pulls Readers In
23 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Want to hook your reader on page 1? If you've ever tried writing a prologue, you know that it's not as easy as it sounds. A good prologue should stop ...
Episode 031: DON'T Kill Your Darlings (The Dangers of Editing Too Much)
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
"Kill your darlings" is a phrase most writers are familiar with – the dreaded editing process, when you must mercilessly chop out unnecessary scenes...
Episode 030: How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome as a Writer
09 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of writers struggle with imposter syndrome – the feeling that you're just "faking it" and not actually a REAL writer. You feel unworthy of pra...
Episode 029: How to Write Realistic Fight Scenes
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Fight scenes are super fun to write, but how do you make them exciting AND realistic? How much description can you use without slowing down the pace o...
Episode 028: How To Mentally Prepare Yourself for NaNoWriMo
28 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you preparing for National Novel Writing Month? Maybe you've prepped your plot and story outline - maybe you've even been following along with our...
Episode 027: Demystifying World Building (from Fantasy to Contemporary)
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
World building: a skill every writer should hone, whether you specialize in fantasy or contemporary. How can you paint a vivid picture without info-du...
Episode 026: How We Get Rid of Writer's Block | #NaNoWriMo2020
15 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With NaNoWriMo only weeks away, we thought we would answer a pressing question: how do we beat writer's block - especially while writing under pressur...
Episode 025: 5 Ways to Create a Writing Habit for NaNoWriMo
05 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
NaNoWriMo is fast approaching and you know what that means: getting back into the habit of writing consistently every day. But sticking to a habit is ...
Episode 024: Should You Read Your Own Book Reviews?
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Your book's GoodReads page is a dangerous rabbit hole – once you start falling, you might not be able to stop. Negative reviews might leave you feel...
Episode 023: How to Believe in Yourself As a Writer (When Nobody Else Does)
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like you're not qualified to be a writer? Do you often catch yourself saying "they are so much better than me!" or comparing yourself...
Episode 022: How To Tell Someone What Your Book Is About
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
"So, what is your book about?" Many writers dread (read: freeze) at this daunting question. How do we unload our complex synopsis in a coherent ...
Episode 021: How to Successfully Self-Publish on Amazon - with Dave Chesson of Kindlepreneur
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to successfully self-publish your book, you need to know how to market it. But where do you start? How do you beat the algorithm and get y...
Episode 020: Organization OR Minimalism? Keeping Writing Simple
31 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Being a writer doesn't consist of just a pen and paper. There is a lot to organize! If you feel overwhelmed by your notes, research, drafts, edits, ba...
Episode 019: How to Prepare Yourself (And Your Book) for a Professional Editor
19 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel nervous sending your beloved book off to a professional editor? Maybe it's your first time working with a professional editor, or you just...
Episode 018: Why You Don't Need Story Structure
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you NEED to follow the 3 act story structure in order to write a good story? That's the question authors Kate and Abbie tackle in this podcast. If ...
Episode 017: How to Make The Most of Your Free Time + Rediscover Your Inspiration!
03 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Time off is just as important as sleeping, eating, and exercising – it is essential to your health and creativity. But how do you know if you're usi...
Episode 016: How To Rewrite A Novel Like A Boss
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Rewriting a novel is no easy task; in fact, it can be even more daunting than writing the first draft. What should you save, change, or toss in the tr...
Episode 015: The Dangers of Writing Advice (And How To Deal With Information Overload)
20 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Kate & Abbie Show is back with this insightful episode focused on writing advice. When should you take advice and apply it to your writing, an...
Episode 014: How to Write Distinctive Character Voice
01 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
One of your greatest fears as a writer: that all your characters' voices will end up sounding EXACTLY THE SAME. How do you avoid this? How do you "sli...
Episode 013: Answering MORE Writing Questions (Special Q&A Pt.2)
25 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Q&A PART 2! In this episode, authors and sisters Kate and Abbie Emmons continue answering YOUR questions about writing! If you posted a question i...
Episode 012: Answering YOUR Writing Questions! (Special Edition Q&A Podcast)
20 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of The Kate & Abbie Show, authors and sisters Kate and Abbie Emmons kick off a series of episodes answering YOUR questions...
Episode 011: How to Find The Perfect Book Title
11 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Choosing a book title is easier said than done. How do you make your book title STAND OUT while still fitting in with its genre? How do you think up a...
Episode 010: The Chronicles of Narnia: A Masterclass in Storytelling
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Chronicles of Narnia is more than just an epic, magical adventure – it's a masterclass in storytelling for any writer looking to improve their w...
Episode 009: Homeschooling Myths, Debunked + How At-Home Education Cultivates Creativity
27 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Homeschooling. It's been around for a while, but many students (and parents) are trying it for the first time. Do you feel unqualified to teach your c...
Episode 008: Little Women, The Aeronauts, and Telling a Story With a Non-Linear Timeline
20 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's no easy task to write a story with a non-linear timeline. How do you incorporate flashbacks into the story in a seamless way? How do you show you...
Episode 007: Staying Nourished in Times of Stress
13 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When life gets stressful, nourishment and self-care seem to be the first things to vanish from our lives. But ironically, stressful times are when we ...
Episode 006: The #StartYourStory Challenge - Finding Healing Through Writing and Creativity
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, Kate and Abbie discuss how the act of writing can bring healing even in the hardest of times, and they invite YOU to join the...
Episode 005: Fantastic Book Covers and How To Make Them
30 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone judges books by their covers.... which means cover art is one of the most important elements of your book. In this episode, authors Kate and ...
Episode 004: Six Healthy Habits That Boost Our Happiness and Creativity
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's a well-known fact that your habits create your reality. What you do every day – and what you do without even thinking about it – is directly ...
Episode 003: Our Top Favorite BBC Series and Why We Love Them So Much
16 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kate and Abbie as they discuss and dissect their top favorite BBC TV series and the incredible storytelling lessons learned from these masterpiec...
Episode 002: Plotting VS Pantsing And How it Affects Our Everyday Lives
09 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
“Are you a plotter or are you a pantser?” < a question writers are frequently asked. In this episode, Kate and Abbie break down this topic and ...
Episode 001: Digital Minimalism And How it Impacts Our Creativity
02 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We look at our phones out of impulse – all day, every day. Whether you're mindlessly binging YouTube videos or scrolling past the millionth influenc...