What does it take to stand out and be successful when publishing a novel? Spoilers: It’s more than simply selling your novel. This episode Russ & Tim chat with Joe Mynhardt from Crystal Lake Publishing about publishing and finding your personal brand.
Are fourth walls made to be broken? Have you mastered the basics and are now ready to experiment with story structure? In this episode, Russ and Tim discuss metafiction and self-awareness, their meaning and characteristics, and how these tools can be used to create engaging narratives.
When is the best time to write? Whenever possible. At least that’s what works for John Durgin. This episode, Russ and Tim dig into publishing, horror, and the prolific horror writing habits of John Durgin. John has published over five books in the last few years, with his next, I Read more
WHAM! BAM! ZAP! Interested in knowing what goes into writing a comic book? In this episode, Russ and Tim chat with comic book writer Joey Esposito. He’s published stories for DC Comics, working on titles such as BATMAN: URBAN LEGENDS, AQUAMAN AND THE LOST KINGDOM. He’s currently working on the Read more
Do you have a manuscript sitting in a drawer somewhere? Are you staring at a screen, unsure where to restart? Us too! Sometimes your manuscript will take a backseat to life, by choice or not, and finding your way back can be difficult. In this episode, Russ and Tim find Read more
Ever felt like someone was telling you one thing, but their tone was screaming another? Or maybe you’ve decoded a “fine” that definitely didn’t mean things were okay? In life and fiction we’re always finding meaning beyond intention. In this episode Russ and Tim read between the lines of another Read more
A great story deserves a great layout. In this episode, Russ and Tim dig into the nuts and bolts of professional book formatting. Whether you’re prepping a manuscript for a traditional editor or self-publishing a masterpiece, the way your words sit on the page matters just as much as the Read more
Love it or hate it, networking is essential for building your writing community. In this episode, Russ and Tim explore why networking matters, share their personal anxieties, and remind people they’re not alone.
Short stories can open many doors for authors, and also be used as a tool to hone storytelling skills and craft. This episode Russ and Tim delve into the power of short stories and all the ways they can help along the author journey.
