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The Wordslinger Podcast

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 From award-winning and bestselling author J. Kevin Tumlinson, this weekly podcast explores the stories that shape us into who we are, and shape the world into what it can become. There are interviews with authors and non-authors, deep dives into useful ideas, and solo-slinger episodes that are authentic and real, aimed at giving you the best, most honest advice about life as a writer, creator, and creative entrereneur. Every episode is a story. It's all about the story here.J. Kevin Tumlinson Arte Economia Gestione e leadership Leadership
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  • Philosophical Pep Talk for Writers

    Philosophical Pep Talk for Writers
    Nov 10 2026

    A WORDSLINGER 10-SHOT

    Why do you write? And what keeps you going when the motivation disappears?

    In this episode, "Philosophical Pep Talk for Writers," J. Kevin Tumlinson talks about one of the most important questions any writer, creator, or creative entrepreneur can ask: WHY am I doing this?

    Writing isn't always easy. Some days you're exhausted, distracted, discouraged, or wondering whether your work even matters. Maybe the book sales aren't coming. Maybe nobody's watching your videos, reading your posts, or responding to what you create. Maybe life just keeps getting in the way.

    So how do you keep going?

    Kevin shares his personal philosophy on creativity, purpose, and perseverance, including how his own mission statement helps him push through difficult days. He also talks about forgiving yourself when you fall short, resisting the temptation to abandon your work, and finding motivation in something deeper than productivity, recognition, or financial success.

    Because sometimes the most important thing you can do as a writer isn't to write more, sell more, or work harder. It's to remember why you started in the first place.

    Whether you're an indie author, aspiring novelist, content creator, or creative entrepreneur, consider this your reminder that what you create matters—even when nobody seems to notice.

    What's YOUR reason for writing or creating? Share your WHY in the comments. I'd love to hear it.

    And if you're a writer looking for practical advice, encouragement, publishing insights, and a little perspective from someone who's spent years in the trenches, subscribe to the Wordslinger channel. This is a place to find guidance, inspiration, and support for every stage of your writing and publishing journey.

    Visit the Knovelton Bookshop at https://knoveltonbooks.com

    GET 15% OFF YOUR ENTIRE ORDER AT CHECKOUT WITH CODE STORYCUTS

    CHAPTERS:
    00:00 Welcome to Wordslinger 10-Shots
    01:02 Why Every Writer Needs a WHY
    02:13 Finding Purpose in Your Creative Work
    02:55 How a Personal Mission Statement Keeps You Going
    03:43 Creating When Life Gets Difficult
    04:43 Forgiving Yourself for Unproductive Days
    05:18 How to Keep Going When Motivation Disappears
    06:19 Finding Your Own Reason to Create
    07:07 Does Your Writing Matter If Nobody Notices?
    07:58 Creating Something That Makes the World Better
    08:55 Final Thoughts

    FIND KEVIN:

    Find Kevin and his books:
    https://kevintumlinson.com

    Join Kevin on Substack:
    https://kevintumlinson.substack.com

    Wordslinger Podcast home page:
    https://wordslingerpodcast.com

    SERVICES FOR AUTHORS:

    Polish your writing and make it ready for publishing with ProWritingAid:
    https://tidd.ly/3NCdlk5

    Publish your book to every major retailer online, get your book into print and ebook, and get support the whole way at Draft2Digital:
    https://draft2digital.com/wordslinger

    Find a virtual assistant to help you market your books (and more!) at AuthorAnchor:
    https://authoranchor.com

    #WritingMotivation #WritingTips #IndieAuthors #CreativeMotivation #Wordslinger


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    9 min
  • Writing while the World Falls Apart

    Writing while the World Falls Apart
    Nov 5 2026
    A WORDSLINGER PODCASTHow do you keep writing when the world seems to be falling apart around you?Life gets chaotic. Deadlines loom. Social media demands your attention. Politics, family problems, financial pressures, and everyday distractions compete for the time and energy you need to create.But here's the thing: The world isn't going to stop spinning just so you can finish your novel.In this episode of the Wordslinger Podcast, I'm talking about how I keep writing when life gets overwhelming, why I've decided to stop feeding the chaos, and how I'm reclaiming my time and creative energy.I'll share my personal "looping" technique for maintaining writing momentum when producing new words feels impossible, how I use AI to help polish my manuscripts without surrendering creative control, and why writing better books sometimes means writing them more slowly.We'll also talk about something that's become increasingly important to me: Creating more than we consume.Because the world doesn't need more anger, division, and negativity. It needs more people creating things that matter.Whether you're a novelist, an indie author, an artist, or a creative entrepreneur, I hope this conversation encourages you to protect your creative time, keep making progress, and put something good into the world.PLUS: Dale L. Roberts joins us with this week's Rapid Fire News Flash, covering KDP reporting changes, Draft2Digital holiday deadlines, library distribution through Hoopla, and the BookVault/Beventi integration.QUESTION FOR YOU: How do you keep writing or creating when life gets overwhelming? Share your strategies in the comments. Your advice might be exactly what another creator needs to hear.SUBSCRIBE to the Wordslinger Podcast for practical writing advice, self-publishing strategies, author marketing insights, and honest conversations about building a creative career. If you're serious about becoming a better writer and succeeding as an author, you're in the right place!Visit the Knovelton Bookshop at https://knoveltonbooks.comGET 15% OFF YOUR ENTIRE ORDER AT CHECKOUT WITH CODE STORYCUTSCHAPTERS:00:00 Welcome to the Wordslinger Podcast00:40 Writing when life gets chaotic01:50 My looping technique for maintaining momentum03:17 Using AI to proofread and improve your manuscript05:00 Why you should never blindly accept AI suggestions06:16 How looping helps you get back into your story07:27 Rapid Fire News Flash with Dale Roberts07:27 KDP reporting changes and missing page reads08:23 Draft2Digital holiday deadlines and Hoopla distribution09:09 BookVault and Beventi direct sales integration09:51 Back to Wordslinger: Writing through life's distractions10:42 Deadlines, writing pressure, and slowing down11:38 Why experienced writers sometimes write more slowly12:29 Create more than you consume13:51 Walking away from political distractions16:00 Reclaiming creative power17:51 Creating art instead of contributing to negativity19:49 Why the world needs more creators23:44 Creating work that reflects your values25:14 Putting more hope into the world27:20 Why slowing down can improve your writing29:21 The value of authenticity in creative work30:50 Join the Wordslinger communityRAPID FIRE NEWS FLASH WITH DALE ROBERTS:07:27 — KDP Reporting Updates and Missing Page Readshttps://www.kdpcommunity.com/s/article/KDP-Reporting-Updates-FAQ?language=en_US08:23 — Draft2Digital Holiday Print Deadlineshttps://DaleLinks.com/D2D(Referral link)08:23 — Hoopla Library Distribution and LicensingJane Friedman's The Bottom Line (paid subscription required):https://janefriedman.com/subscribe-paid-newsletter/09:09 — BookVault and Beventi Direct Sales IntegrationJane Friedman's coverage:https://janefriedman.com/beventi-and-bookvault-integrate-for-easier-direct-sales/How BookVault Printing and Shipping Works with Beventi:https://intercom.help/beventi/en/articles/17764050-how-bookvault-printing-and-shipping-worksBookVault Community Feedback Form:https://survey.hsforms.com/160G6TpIFRfuN9owCiY2SVwc62wyFind Dale Roberts and the Self-Publishing with Dale Podcast:https://www.youtube.com/@SelfPubWithDaleFIND KEVIN:Find Kevin and his books:https://kevintumlinson.comJoin Kevin on Substack:https://kevintumlinson.substack.comWordslinger Podcast home page:https://wordslingerpodcast.comSERVICES FOR AUTHORS:Polish your writing and make it ready for publishing with ProWritingAid:https://tidd.ly/3NCdlk5Publish your book to every major retailer online, get your book into print and ebook, and get support the whole way at Draft2Digital:https://draft2digital.com/wordslingerFind a virtual assistant to help you market your books (and more!) at AuthorAnchor:https://authoranchor.com#WritingTips #CreativeWriting #SelfPublishing #WritingMotivation #WordslingerPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    37 min
  • The Weird Way I Create My Best Characters

    The Weird Way I Create My Best Characters
    Nov 4 2026

    A WORDSLINGER 10-SHOT

    The best fictional characters might be people you've already met. In fact, you could be surrounded by inspiration for your next novel right now, and not even realize it.

    How do you write characters who feel so real that readers forget they're fictional?

    In this episode of Wordslinger 10-Shots, I share some of my favorite tricks for creating believable, memorable characters. And one of my most effective character development techniques is probably a little weird: I pay attention to strangers.

    A chance encounter while walking my dog, an overheard conversation in a coffee shop, or an unusual personality quirk can become the foundation for a character who practically writes themselves.

    We'll talk about how to borrow inspiration from real people without copying them, why knowing details about your characters that NEVER appear in your novel can make them more believable, and how to build a personal library of character traits you can draw from whenever you need them.

    I'll also share some simple character development exercises you can try anywhere, whether you're writing your first novel or your hundredth.

    Because great characters aren't just collections of personality traits. They're people with histories, motivations, contradictions, and lives that extend beyond the page.

    And sometimes the secret to writing better characters is simply paying attention.

    What's YOUR favorite method for developing fictional characters? Do you use character sheets, borrow traits from people you know, or let your characters reveal themselves as you write? Tell me in the comments!

    If you're a writer looking for practical, experience-tested advice on writing, publishing, book marketing, and building a successful author career, subscribe to the Wordslinger channel! This is where we talk about what actually works, what doesn't, and how to make your writing and publishing journey a little easier.

    CHAPTERS:
    00:00 - The secret to writing strong fictional characters
    01:04 - Finding character inspiration in everyday life
    02:07 - Using character development sheets
    02:51 - Why the smallest character details matter
    04:08 - Creating characters who feel alive
    04:59 - The power of backstories readers never see
    06:20 - Learning to observe people like a writer
    07:08 - A simple exercise for creating better characters
    08:18 - Why copying real people can backfire
    09:03 - Building your personal library of character traits
    09:59 - Creating stories by starting with characters
    10:42 - Turning random observations into fictional people
    11:48 - Making characters more human and relatable
    12:41 - Final thoughts and your character development tips

    Visit the Knovelton Bookshop at https://knoveltonbooks.com
    GET 15% OFF YOUR ENTIRE ORDER AT CHECKOUT WITH CODE STORYCUTS

    FIND KEVIN:

    Find Kevin and his books:
    https://kevintumlinson.com

    Join Kevin on Substack:
    https://kevintumlinson.substack.com

    Wordslinger Podcast home page:
    https://wordslingerpodcast.com

    SERVICES FOR AUTHORS:

    Polish your writing and make it ready for publishing with ProWritingAid:
    https://tidd.ly/3NCdlk5

    Publish your book to every major retailer online, get your book into print and ebook, and get support the whole way at Draft2Digital:
    https://draft2digital.com/wordslinger

    Find a virtual assistant to help you market your books (and more!) at AuthorAnchor:
    https://authoranchor.com

    #WritingTips #CharacterDevelopment #CreativeWriting #WritingFiction #Wordslinger


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    13 min
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