Writing Is A Verb

Sophia, Joanna, and Meghen
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Conversations about the emotional process of writing with aspiring authors Sophia Dunkin-Hubby, Meghen Kurtzig, and Joanna Phoenix.

Season 1

  1. EPISODE 1

    Ep. 1 - Writing As Identity

    In this episode we talk about our identity as writers - how we started writing, how long it took us to feel like a writer, if writing as an identity has ever felt too small, and more.

    44 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    Ep 2 - Enneagram For The Writer

    In this episode we talk about the enneagram for the writer - what the enneagram is, the nine types, and for each one their strengths, challenges, and where they mind find support as writers. References Enneagram Institute - https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/ Joanna’s Blog Post - Character and Plot Development With the Enneagram  http://www.joannaphoenix.com/new-blog/2021/5/25/enneagram-for-character-and-plot-development

    59 min

  3. EPISODE 3

    Ep 3 - Character Development

    In this episode we talk about character development - how we go about developing characters, our favorite parts, where we get stuck, and tools we use - enneagram, snowflake method. References Snowflake Method - https://www.advancedfictionwriting.com/articles/snowflake-method/

    44 min

  4. EPISODE 4

    Ep 4 - Plot Structure

    In this episode we talk about plot structure - feeling it's the silver bullet, how it intertwines with character development, the tools we use, the various parts, how it evolves over our revision process, and our favorite parts. References The Plot Whisperer: Secrets of Story Structure Any Writer Can Master by Martha Alderson Save the Cat! The Last Book on Screenwriting You'll Ever Need by Blake Snyder Save the Cat! Writes A Novel: The Last Book on Writing You'll Ever Need by Jessica Brody Romancing the Beat: Story Structure for Romance Novels (How to Write Kissing Books) by Gwen Hayes

    41 min

  5. EPISODE 5

    Ep 5 - Theme

    In this episode we talk about theme - how intimidating it can be, how hard to wrap your head around, tools for finding the theme of your book, when it comes to us in our process, the complexities, and the richness it can bring to a story. Resources: Story: Style, Structure, Substance, and the Principles of Screenwriting by Robert McKee The Plot Whisperer: The Secrets of Story Structure Any Writer Can Master by Martha Alderson

    39 min

  6. EPISODE 6

    Ep 6 - Putting It All Together

    In this episode we discuss our writing processes - how we get our ideas, how we know that an idea is one we want to write a book about, where we start, and how we start, and how it feels. Resources: The Snowflake Method Scrivener - This is not an affiliate link.

    57 min

  7. EPISODE 7

    Ep 7 - Revision

    In this episode we talk about revision - how we approach it, how we feel about it, and how our experience has changed over the course of our writing careers. Resources: Article by Heather Lazare about when to engage an editor - https://blog.nanowrimo.org/post/110906875250/tips-from-an-editor-five-times-to-say-yes

    54 min

  8. EPISODE 8

    Ep 8 - Feedback

    In this episode we talk about feedback - the vulnerability and other feelings associated with both receiving and giving, the different groups you might receive feedback from, and how we feel about it. Resources: Article by Heather Lazare about when to engage an editor - https://blog.nanowrimo.org/post/110906875250/tips-from-an-editor-five-times-to-say-yes

    1h 1m

  9. EPISODE 9

    Ep 9 - Writing In Real Life

    In our final episode of this season, we talk about writing in real life - writing routines, supporting our routines, identifying and regulating emotional expectations, rejection and feeling the pain, problem solving when we get stuck, flow, and how to train your friends and family to support you if you don't have anything to sell. Resources: Notebooks with smooth pages - Moleskine and Leuchtrurm1917 (these are not affiliate links) Pilot Varsity Pens (not an affiliate link) LitHub Article on Why You Should Aim for 100 Rejections a Year

    1h 1m
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Conversations about the emotional process of writing with aspiring authors Sophia Dunkin-Hubby, Meghen Kurtzig, and Joanna Phoenix.

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  • Creator
    Sophia, Joanna, and Meghen
  • Episodes
    9
  • Seasons
    1
  • Rating
    Clean
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