Writer Unleashed
Writer Unleashed
Latest Episodes
Encore Episode: How To Write Exposition Without Boring Your Reader
How much exposition is too much? Should you begin your story with exposition? And how do you write exposition in a way that isn’t excessive, awkward, or dull?In this encore episode, we'll talk about how to write exposition in a way th...
283. What's Making your Dialogue Read False (and What To Do About It)
Most writers know when their dialogue isn't working. What they don't know is why. In this episode, I'm breaking down the three mistakes that make dialogue read false, and what to do to turn it around. So your reader feels like they're eavesdrop...
282: 5 Mindsets That Separate Writers Who Finish From Those Who Don't
If you've been writing your novel or memoir for months, maybe even years, and you still can't seem to cross the finish line, this episode is for you. Because the writers who finish their books don't have more talent, time, or a better story con...
#281. The Secret to Writing Unforgettable Secondary Characters
Every character in your story is living a full, invisible life - not just your protagonist. In this episode, I'm breaking down the three levels of character, why secondary characters so often fade into the background, and what you need to know ...
280. Chapters vs. Scenes: What Most Writers Get Wrong
You think in chapters. You write in chapters. And that might be exactly why revision feels impossible. In this episode, I tackle one of the most universal misconceptions I see in first-time novelists — confusing chapters with scenes. I'll expla...