Podcast: How Do You Write

Explore the processes of working writers with bestselling author Rachael Herron. How do you write a book? Start here. You’ll gain tips to get in the chair, tricks to stay there, and inspiration to get your own words flowing.

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Ep. 380: Lessons Learned from Failing to Sell a Book with Kitty Zeldis

Born in Chadera, Israel, Kitty Zeldis is the pseudonym for an award-winning author of nine novels and over thirty-five books for children. Her essays, articles and short fiction have been published in many national and literary publications. She is also the Fiction Editor of Lilith Magazine. Zeldis lives in Brooklyn, NY. The Dressmakers of Prospect…

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Ep. 379: Harness Writing Sprint Power with Jenn McKinlay

JennMcKinlayis the award-winning,New York Times,USA Today, andPublishers Weeklybestselling author of several mystery and romance series. Her work has been translated into multiple languages in countries all over the world. She lives in sunny Arizona in a house that is overrun with kids, pets, and her husband’s guitars. Summer Reading is her most recent novel. Her…

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Ep. 378: Using Different Mediums to Help with Revision with Kristen Bird

KristenBirdlives outside of Houston, Texas with her husband and three daughters. She earned her bachelor’s degree in music and mass media before completing a master’s in literature. She teaches high school English and writes with a cup of coffee in hand. In her free time, she likes to visit parks with her three daughters, watch…

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Ep. 377: Bonus Episode – Should I Revise My Book for an Agent?

What if an agent asks you to revise your book, but you’re not working with them yet? Rachael has opinions! Also in this episode: * Narrative distance in memoir * When to hire an editor * How to revise a first draft * How to get an expert to review the technical aspects of a…

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Ep. 376: The Black Herron Episode Ep. 12

In today’s 1st anniversary episode, Sacha is a terrible human being who actually went back and listened to the goals we said we had at the beginning of the year, and today, we’re measuring ourselves up against them! Rachael talks about her new book deal, and Sacha confesses to breaking her book. Don’t miss it!…

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Ep. 375: How to Celebrate Every Shot You Take with Edward Giordano

Celebrating and shot-taking and AI, huzzah! MASTERCLASSES NOW OPEN! 90 Days to Done – http://rachaelherron.com/90 90 Day Revision – http://rachaelherron.com/revision Edward Giordano is a science fiction and fantasy author, originally from Indiana, but more recently moved to California with his boyfriend and their cat, Ripley. He received his B.S. from Purdue University, Indiana. He is…

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Ep. 374: Why You Should Skip Ahead with Nalini Singh

Why is it a good idea to skip ahead sometimes (even when it feels awkward)? Nalini Singh shares tips about this, as well as an awesome timeline tracking tool! New York Timesbestselling authorNalini Singhis passionate about writing. Though she’s traveled as far afield as the deserts of China, the temples of Japan, and the frozen…

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Ep. 373: How to Beat Writer’s Block with Jayne Ann Krentz

Jayne Ann Krentz is the author of more than fifty New York Times bestsellers. She has written contemporary romantic suspense novels under that name and futuristic and historical romance novels under the pseudonyms Jayne Castle and Amanda Quick, respectively. Jayne currently lives in Seattle, WA. Sleep No More is her most recent novel. How Do…

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Ep. 372: Your Writing Should Be Messy with Hanna Halperin

HannaHalperinis the author ofSomething Wild, which won the Edward Lewis Wallant Award, was a finalist for the National Jewish Book Award for Debut Fiction, and was longlisted for the VCU Cabell First Novelist Award. Her stories have been published inThe Kenyon Review,n+1,New Ohio Review, andJoyland. She has taught fiction workshops at GrubStreet in Boston and…

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Episode 371: The Black Herron Episode 11

Plans, planning, lovely lovely plans. Rachael backs out of an agreement (whoops!), Sacha plans world domination, and together, they chat about Rachael’s new publishing contract! How Do You Write Podcast: Explore the processes of How Do You Write Podcast: Explore the processes of working writers with bestselling author Rachael Herron. Want tips on how to…

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