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The Writing Pool Podcast melissa Clark
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Join host, writer, and writing coach Melissa Clark on this weekly podcast as she walks you through tips and tricks to help you start and finish your creative project.
Melissa is the creator of the animated television series, ”Braceface,” which ran for 5 seasons and starred the voices of Alicia Silverstone and Michael Cera. She’s also the author of three novels, two scripted kid’s podcasts (Becoming Mother Nature and Grandma For President), and has written on multiple kid’s TV shows.
Melissa taught at an art college in Los Angeles for 11 years, and has taught writing workshops at book festivals and conferences around the country.
The Writing Pool Podcast is a culmination of her experiences in and outside of the classroom. If you’re enjoying this pod, please rate and review it, and share with your friends.
Reach Melissa at www.melissaclarkwrites.com, or on Instagram @thewritingpool
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Find the time for Words
It's up to you to find the time to write!
If you're interested in joining WORD WEEK, an online writing workshop where we meet for an hour a day 12/11-12/15, please register here:
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5 Ways to Tell a Good Story
On today's episode, I suggest 5 simple ways to enhance your storytelling skills. Take a listen! And then tell a story!
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Wait! Don’t Throw Away Those Letters!
You never know what will trigger your memories, so if you're considering writing a memoir, don't clean out your closet! Sort of. In this episode, I talk about memoir writing, and give a fun writing exercise to get you started on yours.
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Writing Through Distractions
In this episode, I outline 5 ways to write through distracting times. And boy are we living through distracting times...
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Once Upon a Time...
In this short but sweet episode, I talk about the power of "Once Upon a Time" and how you can use it to kickstart the beginning of whatever it is you're working on.
I'm offering a free video recording on Beginnings. If you're interested, just go to my website www.melissaclarkwrites.com and navigate to CONTACT. Fill out your contact info, writing "Once Upon a Time" in the subject line. I'll email you a recording intended to inspire and engage.
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Casting Your Characters
You have a protagonist. You have an antagonist. Who else do you have? On today's episode, I discuss characters and offer a writing exercise to help you get to know your character(s).
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