If somebody contacts me about a suggestion for a possible guest, it would help if said guest was at least: A) creative B) a writer C) both A is "okay", B is good, C is great/preferred

Singer-songwriter/publicist Dennis Welch talks about the importance of sticktoitiveness, being prepared so you can seize opportunities, and the value of finding & building your community spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/JoOMA5WudWb youtu.be/AhE9S-cVt1Y

I CAME TO YOU IN WEAKNESS author Matthew Faye Terry discusses writing in free verse, how both sides adapt to cultural differences, and the value of spiritual guidance spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/xAH0khpSNVb youtu.be/BAVOdue1KQ4

THE HERO’S PLAYBOOK author @brownelllandrum.bsky.social talks about exercises for writers and non-writers, the relatability of characters, and the importance of stakes for your protagonist and antagonist spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/GXc01JOsqVb youtu.be/X5zmIoMBrvQ

LONG AGO & FAR AWAY VOL 2 BOOK 1 author Chris Mancini talks about the DNA of comic book characters, turning fantasy on its ear, the connection between theme and character, and helpful crowdfunding tips spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/u79V6tBq3Ub youtu.be/FkZb9HIQZJA

RISE AND THRIVE ABOVE CANCER author Achim Zinggrebe, MD discusses methods of self-help that work best for you, finding relatability in your subjects, and why you don’t need to feel alone spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/X6RLgUiDRUb youtu.be/IaAKHJLH--I

EVERY DAY IS LIKE SUNDAY author Bill Frisco talks about creating a narrative from real events, capturing a character’s “voice”, and knowing when to embellish and when to dial it back. spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/nZ5wh65WFUb youtu.be/NbMDSYnO-rg

FROM ROLLERCOASTERS TO CAROUSELS author Gigi Khonyongwa-Fernandez talks about how we deal and move on from trauma, how silence can be therapeutic, and the value of helping just by being there spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/N066Z3SjuUb youtu.be/WHMaEtHwZZg

SAVIOR OF LOST SOULS author James R. Bateman talks about exploring the levels of good vs evil, writing about difficult topics, and the challenge of maintaining multiple storylines spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/Elhu4C5LiUb youtu.be/g6Yt8lIM2JU

This podcast made another list of best writing-related podcasts! 38th place? We'll take it www.millionpodcasts.com/fiction-writ...

BUTTERFLY PINNED author Leslie Liautaud talks about the benefits of a 5-year break, getting out of your adult brain, how a good book needs a good editor, and having your characters act in ways you wouldn’t spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/kAJnLSqd7Tb youtu.be/QFWomRsAuaw

INTERCESSOR author John Robert Still talks about letting your characters steer what happens, how location can be a character, and the influence and incorporation of real-life events on your story. spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/bpsxarQxVTb youtu.be/FF_Zg4GSKFk

IN THE REARVIEW MIRROR author Lee Livingston talks about wanting to create a tribute to his first true best friend, deciding what to include & cut from a memoir, and the need for openness when telling a story spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/jztZiAsWJTb youtu.be/IUOumP0UinM

YOUNG SALT AT SIXTY author Deborah Hammett talks about the importance of vocabulary in writing, how simplicity is freedom, and the story behind “the Lucille Ball of the sea” spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/yw03LgQVyTb youtu.be/7iYq4_1jGak

ADORABLE author Ron Kinscherf talks about the need for simple messages in children’s stories, getting inspiration from anything, and how he got into publishing by doing everything wrong spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/noD7ZLaJmTb youtu.be/9UL-V1cIK5U

Well, how 'about that? Feedspot has named the 20 best creative writing podcasts, and @podcastcwl.bsky.social will gladly take the #3 spot podcast.feedspot.com/creative_wri...

Still crowdfunding for my short film (link below), but got some pleasant news re: this podcast YouTube: 300 subscribers Spotify: 435 followers www.indiegogo.com/projects/she...

In this special episode, actor Bryce Williams discusses playing the title role in my short film SHECKY, his background, what attracted him to the project, and plans for once the film is completed spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/VJIRIH2KcTb youtu.be/CeigRXjbnoo www.indiegogo.com/projects/she...

PERFORMANCE ANXIETY author Jonathan Lerner talks about stories he HAD to tell, what furthers the story, and the truth of experience vs memory spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/or2AggscbTb youtu.be/JEBvb4LQqx0

In this special ep, Paul talks w/actor Trevor Nagle about his background, what attracted him to the project, and his hopes for once it’s completed. spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/kCJ6qz7b8Sb youtu.be/o8XD1ynMmf0 Click here to donate to the SHECKY crowdfunding - www.indiegogo.com/projects/she...

In this special episode, Paul and director Ally May talk about her background, working on the short film SHECKY, and their plans for the film spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/SVffA0lBZSb youtu.be/XZfk6mZ_p_M Click here to donate to the crowdfunding - www.indiegogo.com/projects/she...

Runner/poet Greg Lehman talks about the positive relationship between fitness and creativity, being teachable as a writer, and how a book has to earn your respect spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/yCz8NPnYNSb youtu.be/QXLA_VQ3EdM #running #poetry

This newspaper headline plays a key part of the story of my short film SHECKY Hoping to reveal all, but that can only happen if the film gets funded - so please donate if you can! Plus - gobs & gobs of showbiz-esque rewards! www.indiegogo.com/projects/she... #scriptsky+ #filmsky+

A GILDED DEATH author Cecelia Tichi talks about the world of The Gilded Age, the benefits of reading comic books, figuring out the “who did it & why” of a mystery, the doable-ness of first person perspective, and… zombies! spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/Whd8hf8fCSb youtu.be/fsTfSac4fSo

Some pretty important news from your humble host spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/lR1YLZ0drSb youtu.be/Dxah8VmvGXU

OUT LOUD author Catharine Bramkamp talks about embracing the lousiness of the first draft, listening when your characters talk to you, and knowing when to take a break from working on a project. spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/xQFn80lQeSb youtu.be/N4JbdF_86HI

THE BLUE DOOR author @janicemdeal.bsky.social talks about braided storylines, the value of an editor who gets you and asks questions, and characters dealing with loss, redemption, and identity. spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/G7zgtHXU4Rb youtu.be/aSEs5W-89Iw

LOUKAS AND THE GAME OF CHANCE author Anthony L. Manna talks about the enduring appeal of folk tales, finding the relatability of your story, and why you should NOT compare yourself to other writers spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/FzTgHu9VHRb youtu.be/sOh-RMK9CQ0/

UNSHACKLED author Amanda DuBois talks about incorporating social issues into fiction, the details involved in writing a book series, and how a city can be a setting AND a character spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/n02pLKR4iRb youtu.be/COjKkOxDsVY

Memoirist/writer Wendy Dale talks about her new book THE MEMOIR ENGINEERING SYSTEM and the challenge and process of creating art out of your memories spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/a8RmCI5OVQb youtu.be/o0SdVj2zrjM

FIND ME: BOOK ONE author @hhrune.bsky.social talks about the challenge of being a neurodivergent writer, telling one story using three different methods, and incorporating personal details into your story & characters. spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/NNryVwLOyQb youtu.be/NxydO8Z55r4

Author @booksbystefany.bsky.social talks about the unique insight as an adoptee writing an adoptee protagonist, the pattern of action-consequence, and the importance of writing for you and not the marketplace. spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/Q2pVMGqlbQb youtu.be/8_hnvcKKv9w

Today’s very short episode does a quick wrap-up for 2024 and discusses what’s planned for 2025 spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/V1F7rM6sMPb youtu.be/llQKTjY7JE8

Screenwriter/author/brand strategist @brianfitzwrites.bsky.social discusses strategies & approaches for accomplishing your #writing goals in 2025, and remember: the key word is patience. spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/YFVdX5QGAPb youtu.be/Z4Aavw4kcY4 #SCRIPTSKY

Attorney Paul Miloknay discusses how a screenwriter or TV writer can legally prepare for a career in the industry, how to find the right entertainment attorney, and red flags when it comes to potential partners. spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/IC2Fes0NqPb youtu.be/DXG1-ywiMgg

Author @onemoorer.bsky.social talks about why you need to give your main characters a moment, using realism in a supernatural story, and the value/importance of creating your own IP spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/4tepZmQafPb youtu.be/QW5hu_HHbo8

This podcast is all about talking to writers about themselves, their work, what advice they have for other writers, and anything else that might come up Good times all around Check it out on Spotify & YouTube #writers #writingcommunity #podcast #writesky

Author @krystalmarquis.bsky.social talks about writing historical fiction (and the research involved), the challenges of crafting a story with multiple protagonists, and how a teacher influenced the way she writes. spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/PfNBCLIy3Ob youtu.be/FcbWswv-ay4

Author Rachael Kelly talks about being a neurodivergent author, her love of world-building for dystopian fiction, using setting as a character, and finding the process that works best for you. spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/thVjrnwZROb youtu.be/iil2Rie-YrM

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Author @bethrevis.bsky.social talks about what it’s like to write for the Star Wars franchise, why writers should always go for the new adventure, and the benefits of having a story be fueled/inspired by spite. spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/OnJWXtqlGOb youtu.be/6NsLNQeKYDc

A few more subscribers on both Spotify and YouTube Time for a celebratory piece of #pie

Hokey smokes Guests - fantastic writers & a sharp entertainment attorney - lined up for the rest of the year That's A LOT of quality readin' material

Author Dr. Ron Dwinnells talks about the benefit of starting at the end of your story, how “Show, don’t tell” made a difference in his work, and why you should write thinking “I can do anything I want to do!” spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/0WMRJbfVuOb youtu.be/JVb7js-LaWI

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