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Writers write. Professional writers write a lot. The StoryADay May challenge exists to help you learn how much you're capable of writing in a month. The Write Every Day, Not "Some Day" podcast helps you figure out how to keep that commitment up for the rest of your life. Each 10-15 minute episode tackles a particular topic and gives you a writing assignment to complete before the next episode.

Music credit: Alan McPike (http://standardstrax.com)

StoryADay Julie Duffy

    • Arts
    • 4.8 • 20 Ratings

Writers write. Professional writers write a lot. The StoryADay May challenge exists to help you learn how much you're capable of writing in a month. The Write Every Day, Not "Some Day" podcast helps you figure out how to keep that commitment up for the rest of your life. Each 10-15 minute episode tackles a particular topic and gives you a writing assignment to complete before the next episode.

Music credit: Alan McPike (http://standardstrax.com)

    Being A Writer Even When You Don't Feel Like A Writer

    Being A Writer Even When You Don't Feel Like A Writer

    What to do when life won't get out of your way.
    We all go through seasons where other concerns pull at us (family, friends, world events). It doesn't mean you're failing as a writer if you are less productive at some times than others. 
    And I have some thoughts on how you can stay connected to your writer self even if the words aren't flowing.

    • 15 min
    Getting UnStuck with KB Carle

    Getting UnStuck with KB Carle

    with author KB Carle we talk about what attracted her to Flash Fiction; the challenges of moving from short to novel-length fiction; how to get unstuck ; and how being a writer includes building your community.
    Find all the resources storyday.org/episode280

    • 25 min
    A Conversation with KB Carle Interview Part 1

    A Conversation with KB Carle Interview Part 1

    In this interview with KB Carle we talk about writing flash fiction and micro fiction, the importance of community, getting through the middle, and more
    LINKS:
    More about KB Carle:  kbcarle.com

    • 26 min
    Forget the Hero's Journey - a conversation with Gwen E. Kirby Pt II

    Forget the Hero's Journey - a conversation with Gwen E. Kirby Pt II

    In the second part of my conversation with Gwen E. Kirby we talk about developing characters that feel real to people, about writing at this moment in time, writing about women, and the question that Gwen Kirby doesn't get asked often enough,
    Gwen E Kirby is the author of the fabulous debut collection of short stories Shit Cassandra Saw. has a MFA from Johns Hopkins university. PhD from the University of Cincinnati and is the Associate Director of Programs and finance for the Sewanee Writers. Conference at the University of the South where she's also teaching students about creative writing. Her writing has appeared in One Story Tin House Guernica. Smoke Long Quarterly, and many other places.
    LINKS
    Gwen's book: https://stada.me/cassandra
    This interview: https://storyaday.org/episode278

    • 18 min
    Sh*t Cassandra Saw, an interview with author Gwen E. Kirby

    Sh*t Cassandra Saw, an interview with author Gwen E. Kirby

    Gwen E Kirby is the author of the fabulous debut collection of short stories Shit Cassandra Saw. has a MFA from Johns Hopkins university. PhD from the University of Cincinnati and is the Associate Director of Programs and finance for the Sewanee Writers. Conference at the University of the South where she's also teaching students about creative writing. Her writing has appeared in One Story Tin House Guernica. Smoke Long Quarterly, and many other places.
    In this conversation, we talk about the stories in her new collection, the benefit of a fantastic title, how to take an idea and develop it into a story. And then in the second part of this interview we will talk more about developing characters that feel real to people, about writing at this moment in time, writing about women, and the question that Gwen Kirby doesn't get asked often enough,

    • 20 min
    Back To Writing

    Back To Writing

    Today I'm talking about the struggle to get back into a writing routine after the winter holidays. I know I'm not alone in expecting that fresh start feeling to kick in, in January, but it hasn't happened for me yet. The chaos of the holidays can make it hard to get back into a routine. But, I have learned over the years as a writer, that if you want to improve, you have to take action and actually write. I have some tips that can help, and an invitation to join me in a tiny challenge later this month... Thanks for listening.

    LINKS:
    January Challenge: https://storyaday.org/jan-challenge

    • 12 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
20 Ratings

20 Ratings

ComoBlog ,

So encouraging

I love Julie’s down to earth style and quiet confidence. I always go away encouraged to be better and do more. Thank you!

want to use tv ,

Excellent podcast for artists

I love hearing what writers have to say about the creative process. The StoryADay podcast has so much to offer for artists about moving forward. It’s straightforward and encouraging. As a painter I see so many parallels in the tools needed for success. Julie’s voice is really pleasant and an easy listen. Check it out. She has so much to offer.

Shieldsister ,

Encouraging, helpful, and practical

Julie has a very gentle and encouraging vibe. Her podcasts have great tips for writers of all types. In general she focuses on short story writers, but novelists and other writers can draw plenty of inspiration from her weekly messages.

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