10 episodes

Author and writing coach Kevin T. Johns interviews the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors that help writers and authors create their art, build their audience, and sell their work. If you enjoy podcasts like I Should Be Writing, Grammar Girl, and Writing Excuses, be sure to check out The Writing Coach. Interviews with Tim Grahl, Shawn Coyne, Cathy Yardley and more!

The Writing Coach Kevin T. Johns, author and writing coach

    • Arts
    • 4.7 • 16 Ratings

Author and writing coach Kevin T. Johns interviews the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors that help writers and authors create their art, build their audience, and sell their work. If you enjoy podcasts like I Should Be Writing, Grammar Girl, and Writing Excuses, be sure to check out The Writing Coach. Interviews with Tim Grahl, Shawn Coyne, Cathy Yardley and more!

    Thoughts on 10 Writing Tips from Phoebe Waller-Bridge

    Thoughts on 10 Writing Tips from Phoebe Waller-Bridge

    In this episode of The Writing Coach podcast, writing coach Kevin T. Johns discusses 10 writing tips from Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the creator of the acclaimed TV show Fleabag.

    • 21 min
    What Would Luke Skywalker Do?

    What Would Luke Skywalker Do?

    Celebrating the 200th episode of the show and Star Wars Day 2024, writing coach Kevin T. Johns reflects on the profound impact that Star Wars has had on his life and career as a writer. In a personal exploration spanning his childhood memories to his current thoughts on the franchise, Kevin charts how Star Wars shaped his imagination, morality and storytelling over the decades. Listeners are treated to insightful reflections on nostalgia, character identification and the challenges of maintaining an iconic property over multiple owners. The episode offers resonant perspectives on fandom, disappointment, and the power of stories to influence our lives.

    • 37 min
    My Favourite Memoirs - The Writing Coach 199

    My Favourite Memoirs - The Writing Coach 199

    In this episode of The Writing Coach podcast, writing coach Kevin T. Johns shares his thoughts on various memoirs he has enjoyed.

    • 35 min
    How to Land a Literary Agent with One Email

    How to Land a Literary Agent with One Email

    Writing coach Kevin T. Johns reveals how his client was able to land an offer of representation from a literary agent after sending a single email.

    • 25 min
    Arrogance, Ignorance, and Apprenticeship - The Writing Coach 197

    Arrogance, Ignorance, and Apprenticeship - The Writing Coach 197

    Inspired by a Simon Sinek quote about arrogance and humility, in this episode of The Writing Coach podcast, host Kevin T. Johns explores how the modern view of writing as a talent differs from its historical roots as a trade.

    • 19 min
    How to Plot a Killer Final Act - The Writing Coach 196

    How to Plot a Killer Final Act - The Writing Coach 196

    Writing coach Kevin T. Johns explains the story beats you can use to plot a fantastic final act for your book.

    • 17 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
16 Ratings

16 Ratings

lo mink ,

Great Resource & Interesting Interviews

Great information for writers at all levels!

KarenDimmick ,

Super Useful

Really good content - lots of value - you want to check this one out! Kevin does a great job of keeping it conversational yet pulling out the good content from his guests.

ShumateAuthor ,

Bringing together great minds

Kevin does a great job at bringing together great coaching minds to help the audience figure out what's next for their writing. The people he brings on the show will help you improve your craft and even will help you find a resources to people you may need. If you need a writing coach Kevin is your guy. If you need plot work and not a full out coaching session, then Kevin has an episode for you. Want to know how to get organized? There's an episode for that too. Kevin is a wealth of information. If there's something he doesn't know he'll do the hard work of find it out for his audience. This podcast is evidence of that.

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