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Welcome to Writer Therapy — a space for serious writers to talk openly about creativity, workflow, balance, and everything in between. Join us for casual conversations about craft, the writing life, and why we keep coming back to the page. No matter where you are in your writing, you’re welcome here. Your session begins now.

  1. 4d ago

    Ep13 – SPOILERCAST: The Hundred Lives I Lived Before You with Sean W. Willson

    In this special Writer Therapy Sessions SPOILERCAST, Tim sits back down with author Sean W. Willson for a deeper conversation about The Hundred Lives I Lived Before You. With the spoiler gates officially open, Sean talks about the novel’s ending, the meaning behind its shifting worlds, the mental-health themes woven through the story, and the rules he created around Ren’s strange experience. They also discuss the symbolism behind the characters’ names, how each world reflects Ren’s emotional state, the flaws that make him complicated, and the possibility of future stories set in the same universe. And, naturally, they address one of the book’s most controversial revelations: Sean W. Willson’s complicated relationship with pasta. This episode contains major spoilers for The Hundred Lives I Lived Before You. Read or listen to the book first if you want to experience the story unspoiled. Connect with Sean W. Willson Books, social media & more: https://linktr.ee/seanwillson.books If you’re a writer looking for an encouraging, creative community, connect with Tim on instagram: instagram.com/writertherapysessions instagram.com/timothycolombawrites Writer Therapy Sessions features personal interviews with writers from all stages of their writing journey. Whether you're outlining your first idea, deep into revisions, or somewhere in between, you have a story to share.

  2. 4d ago

    Ep12 – Sean W. Willson: Self-Publishing & Writing Romance as a Man

    In this episode of Writer Therapy Sessions, Timothy sits down with author Sean W. Willson, whose fiction blends romance, time-bending concepts, and emotionally grounded “what if” scenarios. Sean talks about moving from short stories into novels, writing Emit After Emit and The Hundred Lives I Lived Before You, and why he likes building stories around seemingly appealing ideas that quickly become much more complicated. He also shares his process as a hybrid plotter, his experience self-publishing, working with beta readers and editors, producing audiobooks, and learning the marketing side of being an indie author. The conversation also explores writing romance as a man, balancing creativity with a full-time career and young family, dealing with imposter syndrome, finding community online, and learning not to rush the process just to get a book out into the world. This episode is spoiler-free, but check out Episode 13 for the full Spoilercast for The Hundred Lives I Lived Before You. Connect with Sean W. Willson Books, social media & more: https://linktr.ee/seanwillson.books If you’re a writer looking for an encouraging, creative community, connect with Tim on instagram: instagram.com/writertherapysessions instagram.com/timothycolombawrites Writer Therapy Sessions features personal interviews with writers from all stages of their writing journey. Whether you're outlining your first idea, deep into revisions, or somewhere in between, you have a story to share.

  3. Oct 23

    Ep11 – A. Marc Ross: Fact, Fiction & Attacking the Dragon

    In this episode of Writer Therapy Sessions, Timothy sits down with author and corporate lawyer A. Marc Ross, whose latest political thriller, Attacking the Dragon, blends real-world geopolitics with an original fictional conspiracy surrounding China’s Belt and Road Initiative. Marc shares how his professional experience and travels in China helped shape the world of the novel, why he wanted to write a political thriller that approached China from a different angle, and how he balances factual research with the freedom of fiction. The conversation also explores his return to creative writing later in life, transitioning from legal writing to fiction, publishing through both assisted and independent channels, marketing as an author, and the challenge of standing out in an increasingly crowded publishing world. Marc also discusses originality, genre expectations, learning to accept criticism, working without rigid outlines, and why persistence and internal validation matter so much for writers trying to build a career. Connect with A. Marc Ross Website: https://amarkross.com If you’re a writer looking for an encouraging, creative community, connect with Tim on instagram: instagram.com/writertherapysessions instagram.com/timothycolombawrites Writer Therapy Sessions features personal interviews with writers from all stages of their writing journey. Whether you're outlining your first idea, deep into revisions, or somewhere in between, you have a story to share.

  4. Sep 22

    Ep10 – SPOILERCAST: Underbelly with Allen Longstreet

    In this special Writer Therapy Sessions SPOILERCAST, Timothy sits back down with author Allen Longstreet for a deeper conversation about his dystopian thriller Underbelly. With the spoiler gates officially open, Allen talks about the choices behind the novel’s characters, worldbuilding, technology, themes, and some of the creative decisions that shaped the finished story. They also dig into the research and real-world ideas that influenced the book, the balance between ambiguity and explanation, and what Allen hoped readers would carry with them after reaching the final page. This conversation contains major spoilers for Underbelly. Read the book first if you want to experience the story unspoiled. Connect with Allen Longstreet Books, social media & more: https://linktr.ee/allenlongstreet If you’re a writer looking for an encouraging, creative community, connect with Tim on instagram: instagram.com/writertherapysessions instagram.com/timothycolombawrites Writer Therapy Sessions features personal interviews with writers from all stages of their writing journey. Whether you're outlining your first idea, deep into revisions, or somewhere in between, you have a story to share.

  5. Sep 22

    Ep09 – Allen Longstreet: Dystopia, Discipline & Underbelly

    In this episode of Writer Therapy Sessions, Timothy sits down with author Allen Longstreet, whose work spans political thrillers, gothic horror, dystopian fiction, and screenwriting. Allen talks about discovering writing as an escape when he was young, self-publishing his earliest novels, and the years of experience that eventually led to his newest release, Underbelly. The conversation explores what it means to genuinely take your writing seriously without taking yourself too seriously. Allen shares his approach to capturing ideas, building a consistent writing routine, working with professional editors, navigating querying and self-publishing, finding ARC readers, marketing a release, and knowing when to protect the creative vision behind a project. He also discusses his background in film and screenwriting and why understanding storytelling across different mediums has shaped the way he writes fiction. Tim and Allen also dive into the creation of Underbelly, including its near-future dystopian world, surveillance, technology, memory, power, and Allen's preference for leaving readers enough unanswered questions to keep thinking after the final page. The episode ultimately becomes a conversation about creative ambition, trusting your instincts, and doing the work necessary to turn an idea into something readers can actually experience. Connect with Allen Longstreet Books, social media & more: https://linktr.ee/allenlongstreet?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio If you’re a writer looking for an encouraging, creative community, connect with Tim on instagram: instagram.com/writertherapysessions instagram.com/timothycolombawrites Writer Therapy Sessions features personal interviews with writers from all stages of their writing journey. Whether you're outlining your first idea, deep into revisions, or somewhere in between, you have a story to share.

  6. Aug 10

    Ep08 – Kayleigh Shoen: Flash Fiction, Journaling & Finding Your Writing Community

    In this episode of Writer Therapy Sessions, Timothy sits down with Kayleigh Shoen, flash fiction writer, instructor, and founder of two writing communities focused on short story submissions and journaling. Kayleigh shares how a single writing class at Boston's GrubStreet transformed her career, leading from the finance industry to publishing flash fiction, teaching creative writing, and helping new writers get their first publications. They discuss why flash fiction is an ideal creative outlet for novelists, how publishing short stories can build confidence and community, and why submitting your work is far less intimidating than many writers believe. The conversation also explores the many forms journaling can take, balancing creative work with everyday life, and the importance of finding other writers who understand the journey. Connect with Kayleigh Shoen Short Story Submissions Simplified (Skool): https://www.skool.com/flash-fiction-9247/about Journaling with Kayleigh (Skool): https://www.skool.com/write-with-kayleigh-4018/about Website: https://kayleighshoen.com Substack Newsletter: https://kayleighshoen.substack.com/ If you’re a writer looking for an encouraging, creative community, connect with Tim on instagram: instagram.com/writertherapysessions instagram.com/timothycolombawrites Writer Therapy Sessions features personal interviews with writers from all stages of their writing journey. Whether you're outlining your first idea, deep into revisions, or somewhere in between, you have a story to share.

  7. Jul 29

    Ep07 – Zane Dowling: Fantasy, History & the Art of Self-Editing

    In this episode of Writer Therapy Sessions, Timothy Colomba sits down with author Zane Dowling, whose work spans fantasy, historical fiction, and Christian-themed novels. Zane shares how The Tryadon Prophecy, Brother's Keeper, and Tears of an Angel came to life, why he prefers writing "by the seat of his pants," and how research, history, and imagination often collide in unexpected ways. The conversation explores editing, storytelling, building believable fantasy worlds, and why every manuscript deserves multiple revisions. Zane also discusses mentoring other writers, running his Skool writing community The Write Way, and the value of putting your work into the world instead of waiting for perfection. Connect with Zane Dowling: 📚 Read Zane's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Zane-Dowling/author/B00A5VA4V4/allbooks?ccs_id=78c33014-cd2f-4793-8fdb-b15f38196a4a ✍️ The Write Way (Skool): https://www.skool.com/the-write-way-1277/about If you’re a writer looking for an encouraging, creative community, connect with Tim on instagram: instagram.com/writertherapysessions instagram.com/timothycolombawrites Writer Therapy Sessions features personal interviews with writers from all stages of their writing journey. Whether you're outlining your first idea, deep into revisions, or somewhere in between, you have a story to share.

  8. Jul 1

    Ep06 – Melle Miller: Building Fantasy Worlds from the Ground Up

    In this episode of Writer Therapy Sessions, Timothy speaks with fantasy author Melle Miller, creator of Waking Chaos: The Scales of Amat' Aga. Melle shares how a simple map made from spilled rice grew into an entire fantasy world filled with kingdoms, religions, histories, and cultures. Together they discuss worldbuilding, self-publishing through Amazon, balancing a full-time career with writing, designing book covers, using AI as a creative tool, and why every writer needs a system to keep an expanding story organized. If you've ever dreamed of building your own world—or wondered what it really takes to publish your first novel—this conversation offers an honest look at the creative process behind epic fantasy. Read Waking Chaos: The Scales of Amat' AgaAmazon: https://a.co/d/06rkbumo Books2Read: https://books2read.com/u/4E6pRE Connect with Melle MillerEmail: mellemiller0author0@gmail.com Twitter/X: https://x.com/MelissaMil67474 Facebook: https://facebook.com/melle.miller.54.2025 Instagram: https://instagram.com/mellemiller54 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/bluebellemelle TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@melle.miller.54 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@MelleMiller5414 If you’re a writer looking for an encouraging, creative community, connect with Tim on Instagram: instagram.com/writertherapysessions instagram.com/timothycolombawrites Writer Therapy Sessions features personal interviews with writers from all stages of their writing journey. Whether you're outlining your first idea, deep into revisions, or somewhere in between, you have a story to share.

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Welcome to Writer Therapy — a space for serious writers to talk openly about creativity, workflow, balance, and everything in between. Join us for casual conversations about craft, the writing life, and why we keep coming back to the page. No matter where you are in your writing, you’re welcome here. Your session begins now.

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    2026
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