Write Like a Badass

Maureen Paraventi

Write Like a Bad--- is by, for and about writers. Whether you're an indie author just starting out or you're well along on your creative journey, this podcast will bring you inspiration, information and motivation. Hosted by award-winning playwright and journalist, novelist and nonfiction writer Maureen Paraventi, each episode will feature writers, editors, literary agents and others who will share their stories and offer their tips for succeeding (whatever success looks like for you). Maureen is a former morning radio personality, so you'll find that these lively conversations often take unexpected turns! The Write Like a Bad--- podcast is also interactive. Listeners are invited to send in audio clips of their answers to the Question of the Week, and short excerpts of their works in progress, all of which may be heard on the podcast. Like any creative pursuit, writing is tough. Writing like a bad--- will help you overcome obstacles and achieve your writing goals.

  1. 3d ago

    "My book is a hard read"

    From an abusive childhood in a family that looked idylllic on the outside to a happy adulthood in a supportive community, Nat Hagee describes the long road that brought them to where they are today in a new memoir, Surviving Hagee. It's already available on Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HKNRNC8P Paperback and hardcover versions will be released October 31, 2026. Follow Nat on: Instagram @surviving_hageenat TikTok @.survivinghagee The Write Like a Badass Podcast is by, about and for writers. Welcome to your tribe! You can also find Write Like a Badass on: ·        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/writelikeabad ·        Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/writelikeabadass?igsh=b3YwOHU5MjAzbGE2 ·        TikTok: WriteLikeABadass ·        Website: https://writelikeabadass.com/ Email comments (or recordings of your comments) to: howtowritelikeabadass@gmail.com Help me keep this podcast going and get bonus content by supporting me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/WriteLikeaBadass Follow Connor Fischetti on Instagram. Maureen Paraventi's books and plays: My Brother is a Space Alien! (a children's by Maureen Paraventi; illustrated by Mary Paraventi): https://a.co/d/0hxsblog The Rosebud Burglar (by Shana McGuinn), a spicy Victorian romance: https://a.co/d/0iRXfn6x A Song Across the Sea (by Shane McGuinn), a spicy historical romance: https://a.co/d/0dRpYnrx Palm Tree Pipe Dreams, a contemporary novel: https://a.co/d/0bjHl2wr The Bucket List of Booze Club, a stage play for adults: https://a.co/d/0fyxOFzB Community Service, a stage play for middle and high schoolers: https://a.co/d/04Z3Ql6C Twelve Short Plays that You Can do for Free (one act plays with no licensing fees): https://a.co/d/08XByUvb Monologues for Actors (that Directors Aren't Sick of Hearing): https://a.co/d/0azX7khZ

  2. 3d ago ·  Bonus

    You Might Enjoy: On Purpose with Jay Shetty

    Introducing Vinh Giang: How to Communicate So People Actually Listen to You from On Purpose with Jay Shetty. Follow the show: On Purpose with Jay Shetty Communication expert Vinh Giang joins Jay to share practical tools from his first book, Before We Forget How to Connect, to help you become a more confident communicator and build deeper, more meaningful connections. Vinh explains how to become a better listener, avoid common communication mistakes, and speak so people actually pay attention. From sounding confident when you're nervous to speaking up in meetings, navigating difficult conversations, and making a great first impression, Vinh shares simple techniques to help you communicate more effectively and connect with people in every area of your life. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Instagram Teen Accounts: Built-in protections for teens. JAY'S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast What We Discuss: 00:00 Introduction 00:25 Before We Forget How To Connect 01:52 The High-Low Buffalo Icebreaker 02:45 Sharing Personal Highs 05:15 Sharing Personal Lows 11:40 Sharing Personal Buffalos 13:40 Escaping Small Talk 16:10 Overcoming Self-Judgment 17:58 Sharing Wins Without Sounding Arrogant 19:50 Communication Beyond The Script 20:40 Gen Z's Communication Struggles 23:20 Last Word, Last Letter Game 27:20 The Four Modalities Of Listening 29:50 The Three Follow-Up Questions Rule 35:50 How Do You Make A Great First Impression? 40:10 Reading the Room, Not Formulas 44:10 Finding Your Unique Voice 49:00 Life As A Book: New Chapters 50:40 Building Executive Presence 53:20 Fix Your Resting Blank Face 58:30 Filming Yourself For Self-Awareness 01:02:20 When Your Mind Goes Blank 01:06:10 The Power Of The Pause 01:09:30 How Can You Sound Confident When You’re Nervous? 01:14:40 From Texting Chemistry to Real-Life Connection 01:18:40 How to Communicate Better During Arguments 01:20:20 Learning to Speak Up In Meetings 01:25:45 How to Join a Conversation Without Feeling Awkward 01:28:20 Leaving A Conversation Gracefully 01:31:4 Embracing Vulnerability Episode Resources: Book | https://vinhgiang.com/before-we-forget-how-to-connect Website | https://vinhgiang.com/ YouTube | https://youtube.com/@askvinh Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/share/1CCPX1ChrP/?mibextid=wwXIfr LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinhgiang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

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  3. Oct 20

    An Indie Writer Earns Enough to Quit His Day Job

    Sean Robins is a Canadian independent science-fiction author who writes so quickly that he has written 50 books since beginning his writing career as therapy nine years ago. The 200+ books he's sold have allowed him to recently quit his day job – teaching college-level English in the UAE – to devote himself full-time to writing. Is this risky? You bet! Sean talks about that, why he's able to write so fast and how he is not worried about running out of ideas – ever. Want to read Sean's books? Start here: https://mybook.to/YqPCYkm The Write Like a Badass Podcast is by, about and for writers. Welcome to your tribe! You can also find Write Like a Badass on: ·        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/writelikeabad ·        Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/writelikeabadass?igsh=b3YwOHU5MjAzbGE2 ·        TikTok: WriteLikeABadass ·        Website: https://writelikeabadass.com/ Email comments (or recordings of your comments) to: howtowritelikeabadass@gmail.com Help me keep this podcast going and get bonus content by supporting me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/WriteLikeaBadass Follow Connor Fischetti on Instagram. Maureen Paraventi's books and plays: My Brother is a Space Alien! (a children's by Maureen Paraventi; illustrated by Mary Paraventi): https://a.co/d/0hxsblog The Rosebud Burglar (by Shana McGuinn), a spicy Victorian romance: https://a.co/d/0iRXfn6x A Song Across the Sea (by Shane McGuinn), a spicy historical romance: https://a.co/d/0dRpYnrx Palm Tree Pipe Dreams, a contemporary novel: https://a.co/d/0bjHl2wr The Bucket List of Booze Club, a stage play for adults: https://a.co/d/0fyxOFzB Community Service, a stage play for middle and high schoolers: https://a.co/d/04Z3Ql6C Twelve Short Plays that You Can do for Free (one act plays with no licensing fees): https://a.co/d/08XByUvb Monologues for Actors (that Directors Aren't Sick of Hearing): https://a.co/d/0azX7khZ

  4. Oct 13

    Making Readers Feel Seen

    Kestral Gaian is the author of The Boy from Elsewhere, a science fiction, YA, and LGBRQ+ story with a dash of mystery. In this wide-ranging conversation, Kestral talks about how readers of his book are appreciating how it makes them feel seen, how a fundraising writing marathon of 26 hours(!!!) resulted in the "kernels" that became The Boy from Elsewhere, and what lies ahead for him as a writer and a creative who "doesn't fit into boxes" easily. SHOW NOTES Get The Boy from Elsewhere at: https://a.co/d/0fehpv5h Kestral's website: https://kestr.al/ For "Thoughts on life, writing, and works in progress," from Kestral, sign up for Word from the Bird: https://news.kestr.al/ A link to Kestral's other work: https://kestr.al/other-work The Write Like a Badass Podcast is by, about and for writers. Welcome to your tribe! You can also find Write Like a Badass on: ·        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/writelikeabad ·        Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/writelikeabadass?igsh=b3YwOHU5MjAzbGE2 ·        TikTok: WriteLikeABadass ·        Website: https://writelikeabadass.com/ Email comments (or recordings of your comments) to: howtowritelikeabadass@gmail.com Help me keep this podcast going and get bonus content by supporting me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/WriteLikeaBadass Follow Connor Fischetti on Instagram. Maureen Paraventi's books and plays: My Brother is a Space Alien! (a children's by Maureen Paraventi; illustrated by Mary Paraventi): https://a.co/d/0hxsblog The Rosebud Burglar (by Shana McGuinn), a spicy Victorian romance: https://a.co/d/0iRXfn6x A Song Across the Sea (by Shane McGuinn), a spicy historical romance: https://a.co/d/0dRpYnrx Palm Tree Pipe Dreams, a contemporary novel: https://a.co/d/0bjHl2wr The Bucket List of Booze Club, a stage play for adults: https://a.co/d/0fyxOFzB Community Service, a stage play for middle and high schoolers: https://a.co/d/04Z3Ql6C Twelve Short Plays that You Can do for Free (one act plays with no licensing fees): https://a.co/d/08XByUvb Monologues for Actors (that Directors Aren't Sick of Hearing): https://a.co/d/0azX7khZ

  5. Oct 6

    "I always start with the killer"

    Can murder mysteries be fun? Dani Lewis' readers think so. Dani's cozy mysteries feature offbeat, socially awkward amateur sleuth, Cassie Hunt, and her lovable train wreck best friend, Vanessa. Dani's books offer classic, fair play mystery mechanics, humorous romcom elements (he calls them rom-antics), and light thriller elements. And her cats, of course. In this episode, Dani talks about where the inspiration for his main character came from, how music is vital to his writing and where he plans to take his Cassie Hunt series next. Get Cassie's Murder Mixtape at: https://a.co/d/0f5KdBzK Get I Fall to Pieces, A Cassie Hunt Cozy Mystery, at: https://a.co/d/0dArimA2 Follow Dani on TikTok (he's very entertaining!): dani_lewis5. The Write Like a Badass Podcast is by, about and for writers. Welcome to your tribe! You can also find Write Like a Badass on: ·        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/writelikeabad ·        Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/writelikeabadass?igsh=b3YwOHU5MjAzbGE2 ·        TikTok: WriteLikeABadass ·        Website: https://writelikeabadass.com/ Email comments (or recordings of your comments) to: howtowritelikeabadass@gmail.com Help me keep this podcast going and get bonus content by supporting me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/WriteLikeaBadass Follow Connor Fischetti on Instagram. Maureen Paraventi's books and plays: My Brother is a Space Alien! (a children's by Maureen Paraventi; illustrated by Mary Paraventi): https://a.co/d/0hxsblog The Rosebud Burglar (by Shana McGuinn), a spicy Victorian romance: https://a.co/d/0iRXfn6x A Song Across the Sea (by Shane McGuinn), a spicy historical romance: https://a.co/d/0dRpYnrx Palm Tree Pipe Dreams, a contemporary novel: https://a.co/d/0bjHl2wr The Bucket List of Booze Club, a stage play for adults: https://a.co/d/0fyxOFzB Community Service, a stage play for middle and high schoolers: https://a.co/d/04Z3Ql6C Twelve Short Plays that You Can do for Free (one act plays with no licensing fees): https://a.co/d/08XByUvb Monologues for Actors (that Directors Aren't Sick of Hearing): https://a.co/d/0azX7khZ

  6. Sep 29

    "It's like a full-time job"

    Playwright Erin Osgood shares her techniques for getting so many of her plays produced, and it's an approach that will serve writers of all kinds. Erin also talks about what inspires her, why she writes plays and what happens when a director makes a choice she doesn't expect - or like. Connect with Erin: https://www.erinosgood.com https://newplayexchange.org/users/13416/erin-osgood https://www.instagram.com/osgooderin/ https://www.instagram.com/eyestothestarsplay?igsh=dzd6amJoNnZ5eGVp&utm_source=qr https://bsky.app/profile/erinosgood.bsky.social The theatre opportunity Erin mentions in this episode was from Broken Arts Entertainment in Maine: https://brplemartsentertainment.com Second Hand Rose Players, the group that commissioned and did an online production of her play,. Eyes to the Stars, is at: https://secondhandroseplayers.org/contact/ The Write Like a Badass Podcast is by, about and for writers. Welcome to your tribe! You can also find Write Like a Badass on: ·        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/writelikeabad ·        Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/writelikeabadass?igsh=b3YwOHU5MjAzbGE2 ·        TikTok: WriteLikeABadass ·        Website: https://writelikeabadass.com/ Email comments (or recordings of your comments) to: howtowritelikeabadass@gmail.com Help me keep this podcast going and get bonus content by supporting me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/WriteLikeaBadass Follow Connor Fischetti on Instagram. Maureen Paraventi's books and plays: My Brother is a Space Alien! (a children's by Maureen Paraventi; illustrated by Mary Paraventi): https://a.co/d/0hxsblog The Rosebud Burglar (by Shana McGuinn), a spicy Victorian romance: https://a.co/d/0iRXfn6x A Song Across the Sea (by Shane McGuinn), a spicy historical romance: https://a.co/d/0dRpYnrx Palm Tree Pipe Dreams, a contemporary novel: https://a.co/d/0bjHl2wr The Bucket List of Booze Club, a stage play for adults: https://a.co/d/0fyxOFzB Community Service, a stage play for middle and high schoolers: https://a.co/d/04Z3Ql6C Twelve Short Plays that You Can do for Free (one act plays with no licensing fees): https://a.co/d/08XByUvb Monologues for Actors (that Directors Aren't Sick of Hearing): https://a.co/d/0azX7khZ

  7. Sep 22

    "You have to earn readers"

    Daniel Coniff lives in Denver and writes short stories and novels. He is passionate about blending theories of psychology, sociology, and anthropology with brutal themes to create sobering yet transformative pieces. On Instagram, he describes himself as "Guy who writes goofy stories." In addition to all that, Daniel writes something I know very little about, fan fiction, so I'm going to learn a lot during our conversation today. Daniel writes on Substack: https://substack.com/@danieljconiff Find his fanfic at: https://archiveofourown.org/users/Daniel_J_Coniff Connect with him on social media: https://www.instagram.com/daniel.j.coniff_official/ and https://www.tiktok.com/@dc.writer_n_psych_nerd The Write Like a Badass Podcast is by, about and for writers. Welcome to your tribe! You can also find Write Like a Badass on: ·        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/writelikeabad ·        Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/writelikeabadass?igsh=b3YwOHU5MjAzbGE2 ·        TikTok: WriteLikeABadass ·        Website: https://writelikeabadass.com/ Email comments (or recordings of your comments) to: howtowritelikeabadass@gmail.com Help me keep this podcast going and get bonus content by supporting me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/WriteLikeaBadass Follow Connor Fischetti on Instagram. Maureen Paraventi's books and plays: My Brother is a Space Alien! (a children's by Maureen Paraventi; illustrated by Mary Paraventi): https://a.co/d/0hxsblog The Rosebud Burglar (by Shana McGuinn), a spicy Victorian romance: https://a.co/d/0iRXfn6x A Song Across the Sea (by Shane McGuinn), a spicy historical romance: https://a.co/d/0dRpYnrx Palm Tree Pipe Dreams, a contemporary novel: https://a.co/d/0bjHl2wr The Bucket List of Booze Club, a stage play for adults: https://a.co/d/0fyxOFzB Community Service, a stage play for middle and high schoolers: https://a.co/d/04Z3Ql6C Twelve Short Plays that You Can do for Free (one act plays with no licensing fees): https://a.co/d/08XByUvb Monologues for Actors (that Directors Aren't Sick of Hearing): https://a.co/d/0azX7khZ

  8. Sep 15

    "I just love the character"

    Matt Posner is a multi-genre indie author from Queens, New York. He's also a city high school teacher, a world traveler and an amateur nature photographer. Matt has written YA fantasy novels, literary/sports fiction and nonfiction. Under the pseudonym MJ Post, he's co-written a new adult romance with his writing partner, Mysti Parker. In this episode, we talk about Matt's current urban fantasy series features Mrs. Moore, a Jane Austen-style female lead character - if a Jane Austen heroine could also slap the sh&t out of you. Matt says "Queen of Doubts" blends peril, adventurous travel, motherhood, mentorship, found family, and lots of snark. I learned that it also has magic in it. Get Queen of Doubts at: https://a.co/d/05FA2E1g Other of his books that are mentioned in the episode: Teen Guide to Sex & Relationships: https://a.co/d/0exl84CQ How to Write Dialogue: https://a.co/d/0bhg0VBf Find out more about Matt at: https://matt-posner.zenpage.io/ He's on Tiktok: the.school.of.fiction The Write Like a Badass Podcast is by, about and for writers. Welcome to your tribe! You can also find Write Like a Badass on: ·        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/writelikeabad ·        Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/writelikeabadass?igsh=b3YwOHU5MjAzbGE2 ·        TikTok: WriteLikeABadass ·        Website: https://writelikeabadass.com/ Email comments (or recordings of your comments) to: howtowritelikeabadass@gmail.com Help me keep this podcast going and get bonus content by supporting me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/WriteLikeaBadass Follow Connor Fischetti on Instagram. Maureen Paraventi's books and plays: My Brother is a Space Alien! (a children's by Maureen Paraventi; illustrated by Mary Paraventi): https://a.co/d/0hxsblog The Rosebud Burglar (by Shana McGuinn), a spicy Victorian romance: https://a.co/d/0iRXfn6x A Song Across the Sea (by Shane McGuinn), a spicy historical romance: https://a.co/d/0dRpYnrx Palm Tree Pipe Dreams, a contemporary novel: https://a.co/d/0bjHl2wr The Bucket List of Booze Club, a stage play for adults: https://a.co/d/0fyxOFzB Community Service, a stage play for middle and high schoolers: https://a.co/d/04Z3Ql6C Twelve Short Plays that You Can do for Free (one act plays with no licensing fees): https://a.co/d/08XByUvb Monologues for Actors (that Directors Aren't Sick of Hearing): https://a.co/d/0azX7khZ

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Write Like a Bad--- is by, for and about writers. Whether you're an indie author just starting out or you're well along on your creative journey, this podcast will bring you inspiration, information and motivation. Hosted by award-winning playwright and journalist, novelist and nonfiction writer Maureen Paraventi, each episode will feature writers, editors, literary agents and others who will share their stories and offer their tips for succeeding (whatever success looks like for you). Maureen is a former morning radio personality, so you'll find that these lively conversations often take unexpected turns! The Write Like a Bad--- podcast is also interactive. Listeners are invited to send in audio clips of their answers to the Question of the Week, and short excerpts of their works in progress, all of which may be heard on the podcast. Like any creative pursuit, writing is tough. Writing like a bad--- will help you overcome obstacles and achieve your writing goals.

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