Writer Unleashed
Writer Unleashed
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288. Show, Don't Tell: What Writers Get Wrong
You’ve heard “show, don’t tell” a thousand times. But what does it actually mean to show effectively? And when is telling exactly what your story needs?In this episode, we’ll look at common ways writers get showing wrong, what strong sho...
287. Why Your Story Feels Overcrowded (And What to Cut)
Your story has several characters, multiple storylines, and probably some childhood flashbacks that keep sneaking in. And you can't quite answer the question every writer eventually has to face: what is your story about?If you've ...
286. 3 Reasons You Want to Quit Mid-Draft (and Why You Shouldn't)
Ever thought about quitting your draft and starting something new? You're not alone - lots of writers do. But before you abandon your story, listen to this episode first. Most of the time, the urge to start over isn't really about t...
285. What Overthinking Is Costing Your Novel
Whether you're staring at a blank page or halfway through a draft, overthinking can bring your novel to a standstill. Different symptoms, same root cause: both writers are trying to solve problems they're not ready to solve yet, overthinking to...
284. How to Double Your Writing Output Without Adding More Hours
For years I measured my work ethic by how many hours I put in at my desk. I'd arrive, coffee in hand at 7am, break around Noon for lunch, back at my desk till 6 or 7pm, sometimes later. I thought putting in the time was the thing that wou...