What's the difference between alpha and beta readers? How do editors fit into the mix? Why are we talking about pedantic spelling related to Greek words? Find out in today's episode!

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What's a pen name? Why do writers use them? When is the right time to eat soup? Find out in today's episode!

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In October 2025, I started an experiment: write and publish 3 books in a year. I just published my second, and I'm sharing what I've learned about the process in today's episode.

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Character agency. It's the perfect excuse to make your characters suffer... I mean grow! Hear all about it in today's episode.

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What happens when you can't believe what a character is telling you? Answer: listen to this episode.

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Feeling tropey? Check out this episode of "Why you should watch Leverage"—I mean Words Are Hard—to find out what tropes are and how to use them without falling into the cliche trap.

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I've been sitting on this episode for 2 months, waiting for time to edit it. With Ramsay and I both starting new jobs, it's been a crazy spring! But we're back from our unexpected haitus and ready to go with more writing and editing talk, starting with a discussion on beta readers! What are they? Why do you need them? How do you find them? All answered here, just for you <3

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We may have recorded this over a month ago, but it's still relevant! While active voice is strongly preferred in writing, there are times when passive voice is an effective tool. We'll discuss those specific uses, as well as Wisconsin winters and vintage historical fiction, in today's episode.

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