The Resilient Writers Radio Show

Rhonda Douglas Resilient Writers
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The Resilient Writers Radio Show

Welcome to the Resilient Writers Radio Show! This is the podcast for writers who want to create and sustain a writing life they love. It's for writers who love books, and everything that goes into the making of them. For writers who wanna learn and grow in their craft, and improve their writing skills. Writers who want to finish their books, and get them out into the world so their ideal readers can enjoy them, writers who wanna spend more time in that flow state, writers who want to connect with other writers to celebrate and be in community in this crazy roller coaster ride we call “the writing life.” 

  1. How to Write and Sell Your Nonfiction Book

    5 DAYS AGO

    How to Write and Sell Your Nonfiction Book

    In this first episode of Season 6 of The Resilient Writers Radio Show, host Rhonda Douglas dives into the world of nonfiction writing with expert Meghan Stevenson. Meghan, a seasoned professional in crafting nonfiction book proposals, shares her wealth of experience, having helped her clients secure over $5 million in publishing advances and contributing to the success of 16 New York Times bestsellers.The conversation explores the distinct differences between nonfiction and fiction marke...

    29 min
  2. How to Supercharge Your Writing Time

    11/21/2024

    How to Supercharge Your Writing Time

    In this last episode of Season 5 of the podcast, I am doing a solo show talking about a step-by-step guide on how to create your own DIY writing retreats. These DIY retreats, which I’ve organized for myself for over 20 years and now include in my First Book Finish program, have helped me reconnect with my projects and make significant progress on my manuscripts. Here's a link to where you can find the DIY Writing Retreats resource I mention in the show.That is it for Season 5 of The Resilient...

    13 min
  3. Re-imagining the Old Stories, with Jeanne Blasberg

    11/14/2024

    Re-imagining the Old Stories, with Jeanne Blasberg

    In this week’s episode of The Resilient Writers Radio Show, I interview Jeanne Blasberg. Jeanne is a bestselling author known for her novels Eden and The Nine. Her latest novel, Daughter of a Promise, came out in April 2024. This latest novel is a contemporary retelling of the Biblical story of David and Bathsheba, set in modern-day New York. Jeanne explains that while she kept the essence of the original plot, she made significant changes to reflect contemporary themes, including giving...

    33 min
  4. Do You Need a Developmental Edit? With Sue Brown-Moore

    11/07/2024

    Do You Need a Developmental Edit? With Sue Brown-Moore

    This week's episode from The Resilient Writers Radio Show features an interview with Sue Brown-Moore, a book coach and developmental editor. We go deep into the intricacies of developmental editing, particularly for fiction and romance authors. The conversation dives into the purpose, timing, and benefits of developmental editing.When it comes to self-editing, Sue encourages writers to conduct their own developmental edits by stepping back from their manuscripts before revisiting them with fr...

    26 min
  5. 4 Pillars of a Successful Writing Practice, with Emma Dhesi

    10/17/2024

    4 Pillars of a Successful Writing Practice, with Emma Dhesi

    In this episode of The Resilient Writers Radio Show, I host my friend, author and book coach Emma Dhesi, to explore the psychological and practical challenges that writers face, especially when completing a novel. Emma shares her personal journey of overcoming sporadic writing, highlighting how a realistic understanding of the difficulty of writing is crucial. She notes that aspiring authors often underestimate the work involved, partly due to idealized portrayals of writers in media. Th...

    26 min
  6. The Art of Screenwriting, with Brooks Elms

    10/17/2024

    The Art of Screenwriting, with Brooks Elms

    Something a little different this week! In this episode, I am speaking with Brooks Elms, a professional screenwriter and coach who shares his insights into screenwriting. Our conversation covers both the technical and creative aspects of the craft, as well as tips for those who are new to screenwriting or looking to transition from other writing forms, such as novel writing.Brooks offers advice for beginners, emphasizing the importance of just starting and having fun with the process. He sugg...

    42 min
  7. How to Plan Your Story, with Kevin T. Johns

    10/10/2024

    How to Plan Your Story, with Kevin T. Johns

    This week I have an interview with Kevin T. Johns, a writing coach and author who is also based in Ottawa, Canada, where I live. Our conversation revolves around the challenges aspiring authors face, particularly in completing their first draft, and how writers can better approach storytelling and the writing process.Kevin emphasizes that many writers spend too much time perfecting their first few scenes, not realizing that once the manuscript is complete, those scenes often need rewriting or...

    29 min
  8. Bring Your Body to the Story, with Janelle Hardy

    10/03/2024

    Bring Your Body to the Story, with Janelle Hardy

    This week's episode features an interview with Janelle Hardy, a multifaceted creative with expertise in dance, somatic experiences, and memoir writing. We explore how body awareness influences creativity and our writing. Janelle shares her journey from feeling disembodied to becoming more connected through somatic practices and nervous system regulation. She emphasizes the importance of using the body as a resource in creative processes, such as memoir writing, to avoid mental burnout and re-...

    30 min
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Welcome to the Resilient Writers Radio Show! This is the podcast for writers who want to create and sustain a writing life they love. It's for writers who love books, and everything that goes into the making of them. For writers who wanna learn and grow in their craft, and improve their writing skills. Writers who want to finish their books, and get them out into the world so their ideal readers can enjoy them, writers who wanna spend more time in that flow state, writers who want to connect with other writers to celebrate and be in community in this crazy roller coaster ride we call “the writing life.” 

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  • Creator
    Rhonda Douglas Resilient Writers
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    72
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 The Resilient Writers Radio Show
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