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Writing Pursuits Kathrese McKee
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Writing Pursuits with Kathrese McKee is a weekly podcast for authors who drink too much coffee, endure judgmental looks from their furry writing companions, and struggle for words. If you are a writer seeking encouragement, information, and inspiration, this podcast is for you.
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70: Serial Storytelling - Let's Get Started with Guest, Kimboo York
Kimboo York, author of Become an Unstoppable Storyteller: How to Craft Compelling Serials, gives us the low down on writing serial stories for publication. Serials are a longstanding and honored publishing tradition that are now a growing trend.
Guest: Kimboo York
Kimboo York's website: HouseofYork.info
Substack: https://houseofyork.substack.com/
Ream: https://reamstories.com/houseofyork/public
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69: Challenges for Late Blooming Writers
Tips for mature, first-time authors to get over impostor syndrome and conquer self doubt.
Mentioned in the episode:
AI for Authors: Practical and Ethical Guidelines. Alliance of Independent Authors
Independent Book Publishers Association
Question of the week: What is the most challenging part of being a mature author?
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68: 10 Reasons to Consider Substack
An overview of the benefits to authors of using Substack for blogging, newsletters, and a stand-in website.
The question of the week is: What email service provider do you use and why?
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67: Ethics of ChatGPT for AUthors
Explores plagiarism, academic cheating, intellectual property concerns, and the ethical use of AI by authors.Read the accompanying post at WritingPursuits.com: LINK
The question of the week is: What are your predictions about how authors will use AI in the future?
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Links:Accompanying post: https://writingpursuits.substack.com/p/ethics-of-using-chatgpt-for-authors
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66: Storytelling Revolution: Humans and AI Unite!
Interview with J. Thorn, author of Three Story Method: Cowriting with ChatGPT: AI-Powered Storytelling.
Join the revolution transforming storytelling as we explore the synergy between human creativity and AI's formidable power. Discover how this union will shape the narratives of tomorrow.
J. Thorn has published two million words and has sold more than 185,000 books worldwide. He is an official member of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, the Horror Writers Association, and the Great Lakes Association of Horror Writers.
J. co-founded the Writers, Ink podcast with J.D. Barker, and has interviewed some of today's most successful authors including Matthew McConaughey, James Patterson, Dean Koontz, Seth Godin, Joyce Carol Oates, Hugh Howey, Andy Weir, Jodi Picoult, Nicholas Sparks, Lee Child, Stephen Pressfield, Chuck Palahniuk, and many more.
Thorn earned a B.A. in American History from the University of Pittsburgh and a M.A. from Duquesne University. He is a husband, father, full-time writer, part-time professor at John Carroll University, founder of The Author Life Community, podcaster, FM radio DJ, musician, and owner of the Three Story Method Editing Agency.
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65: The Power of Story Structure - Pacing and Excitement Unleashed
Discover the key plot points that drive the narrative, from the thrilling inciting event to the breathtaking resolution. Don't miss this in-depth analysis of how structure plays a pivotal role in creating an unforgettable adventure.
Resources mentioned:
*The Hero with a Thousand Faces* by Joseph Campbell - https://www.amazon.com/Thousand-Faces-Collected-Joseph-Campbell/dp/1577315936/
*The Writer's Journey: Mythic Structure For Writers* by Christopher Vogler - https://www.amazon.com/Writers-Journey-Anniversary-Library-Structure/dp/1615933239/
*The Heroine's Journey: Woman' Quest for Wholeness* by Maureen Murdock - https://www.amazon.com/Heroines-Journey-Womans-Quest-Wholeness/dp/1611808308/
*The Heroine's Journey: For Writers, Readers, and Fans of Pop Culture* by Gail Carriger - https://www.amazon.com/Heroines-Journey-Writers-Readers-Culture/dp/1944751343/
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