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Scrivener Tips & Editing with Anne Rainbow – JU56

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp56.mp3 It’s episode 56 and today’s guest is going to be giving us a great introduction to a piece of software that we are both huge fans of – Scrivener – as we get to chat to writer, editor and … Continue reading

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Steph Broadribb – Thriller Writer JU#55

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp55.mp3 It’s episode 55 and we’ve got such a great guest again today with crime writer, reviewer and trained bounty-hunter, Steph Broadribb dropping in for a chat. Although Steph is a fairly newly published author, if you’re a fan of … Continue reading

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Armley Press Publisher Mick McCann -JU#54

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp54.mp3 It’s episode 54 and today we’re chatting to writer and self-styled Punk Publisher, Mick McCann. Mick has written books including How Leeds Changed The World and Coming Out As A Bowie Fan in Leeds, Yorkshire, England and after becoming … Continue reading

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Thriller Writer MW Leeming Interview – Joined Up #51

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp51.mp3 It’s episode 51 and we’ve got yet another great guest today with thriller writer MW Leeming. MW Leeming (known as Wayne to friends and family) has been writing since early teens. Wayne’s heart has always been with creative pursuits; … Continue reading

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Nathan o’Hagan Interview – Never Give Up Joined Up #50

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp50.mp3 It’s episode 50 – yes, a real landmark for us, our 50th full length episode, just over 2 years since we started this little podcast. We’ve had loads of fantastic guests along the way and today is no exception … Continue reading

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LifeAfter Podcast Writer Mac Rogers – Joined Up#49

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp49.mp3 It’s episode 49 – almost at that half century – and today is a landmark episode because we have our first international guest in the award-winning playwright and writer of one of my favourite audio dramas – the LifeAfter … Continue reading

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From Story Idea To Reader – Patsy Collins Interview – JU#48

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp48.mp3 It’s episode 48 and today we’re lucky enough to have writer, Patsy Collins on the show. Patsy has loads of experience with long and short fiction and has also just released an excellent book packed full of useful writing … Continue reading

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Writing for Low Budget Films – Marc Hamill – Joined Up #47

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp47.mp3 Have you shared the show with at least one of your friends? If not, why not?! It’s Episode 47 and today we’ve got a great little catch-up interview with previous guest, filmmaker, Marc Hamill (not Luke Skywalker!) who has … Continue reading

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Sarah Hilary – BritCrime Special – Joined Up 46

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp46.mp3 “You can always write a better book.” – Sarah Hilary. After a little break (sorry, we’ve both been very busy!) here is a little treat for you – a great interview with Sarah Hilary, author of the Marnie Rome … Continue reading

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Writing can be lonely! TMT#31

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp31.mp3 In the second of a new TMT mini-series, Leah looks at the solitary nature of Writing and what you can do to stave off some of the feelings of loneliness and detachment that can set in after long bouts … Continue reading

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Self-publishing sucks, right? – Joined Up#45

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp45.mp3 Self-publishing sucks, right? Well, actually, no, but a recent article by Ros Barber in The Guardian seemed to be making that assertion so we decided to give our reaction to it. Understandably, Leah in particular has some very strong … Continue reading

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Writing Sane & Healthy – TMT#30

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp30.mp3 In the first of a new Two Minute Tip mini-series, Leah looks at the role of mental and physical health in your writing life and gives an introduction in to upcoming episodes. This series was inspired by the reaction … Continue reading

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Mental Well Being and your writing – Joined Up#44

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp44.mp3 After a very long break – sorry about that, folks – we’re back with a catch up episode and a chat about how your mental well being can impact your work, using Leah’s recent ups and downs as a … Continue reading

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Self Publishing – Formatting a Paperback – TMT#29

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp29.mp3 Formatting your paperback book is the subject of today’s TMT – Two Minute Tip. Leah gives you the knowledge to format your very own paperback, using online tools. Leah has been self-publishing for several years. To find out what … Continue reading

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Self Publishing – Formatting an E-Book – TMT#28

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp28.mp3 How to format your e-book is the subject of today’s TMT – Two Minute Tip. Leah gives you the low down on how to use the right tools to format the electronic version of your book. Leah has been … Continue reading

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Self Publishing – Creating a book cover – TMT#27

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp27.mp3 How to create a book cover is the subject of today’s TMT – Two Minute Tip. Leah gives her advice on what options you have to make your self-published books look professional and stand out from the crowd. Leah … Continue reading

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Writer Interview with Laura Wilkinson – Joined Up #43

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp43.mp3 Episode 43 of the show brings us another special guest with writer, Laura Wilkinson who tells us about her latest novel, Redemption Song as well as a fantastic writer’s conference she’s helping to organize – Beach Hut Writing Academy … Continue reading

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Self Publishing Tips – CreateSpace – TMT#26

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp26.mp3 CreateSpace provides free tools to help you self-publish and distribute your books, and is also the subject of today’s TMT – Two Minute Tip. Leah tells you what it is and how to get started with this powerful tool … Continue reading

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Self-Publishing for Beginners – Smashwords – TMT#25

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp25.mp3 In the second of a short TMT series on Self-Publishing, today’s Two Minute Tip looks at Smashwords – a useful tool that makes it easy to publish your work across multiple platforms. Leah explains what it is and gives … Continue reading

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Self Publishing for beginners – KDP tips – TMT#24

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp24.mp3 In the first of a short TMT series on Self-Publishing, today’s Two Minute Tip looks at KDP – Amazon’s self publishing platform for Kindle. Leah explains what it is and gives a quick overview of its features. Leah has … Continue reading

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Cosy Crime Writer Jackie Kabler – Joined Up #42

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp42.mp3 It’s episode 42 and today we’ve got another fantastic guest in Jackie Kabler – TV journalist, presenter and now published crime author. Really looking forward to chatting to Jackie about her latest book, how she fits in her writing … Continue reading

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Nanowrimo Special TMT Part 3 – Help! I’m Stuck!

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp21.mp3 This is part 3 of a TMT mini-series all about Nanowrimo – or National Novel Writing Month which takes place every November. Today we’re looking at what to do when you get stuck. If you’ve been following along and … Continue reading

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Literary Agent Madeleine Milburn Interview – Joined Up#38

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp38.mp3 Top literary Agent, Madeleine Milburn from Madeleine Milburn Literary Agency joins us with loads of insight in to her job, how an agent can add value to your career and work – as well as helpful tips on getting … Continue reading

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Nanowrimo Special Part 2 – Keep The Words Flowing – TMT#20

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp20.mp3 This is part 2 of our TMT mini-series all about Nanowrimo – or National Novel Writing Month which takes place every November. Today we give you some tips to keep the words flowing against the clock. 1667 words. Every … Continue reading

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Graphic Novelist Hannah Berry Interview – Joined Up #37

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp37.mp3 Graphic Novelist, Hannah Berry joins us to talk about her work, process and thoughts on the medium of comics. ‘Comics are a medium – not a genre!’ – Hannah Berry Hannah Berry is a graphic novelist, but also a … Continue reading

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Writing Conferences and Events – Are They Worth It? JoinedUp#36

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp36.mp3 Writing conferences and events can be a big investment of your time and money, but are they worth it? We talk about the different types of event that you may consider attending and what you can expect to achieve. … Continue reading

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Scrivener – The Writing Software You NEED to use! – TMT#18

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp18.mp3 Wayne sings the praises of the piece of software that can transform your writing and take your productivity and creativity to the next level – Scrivener. If you need help getting started, Wayne got started after watching a short … Continue reading

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Ask for Help! Writing with Children Pt4 – TMT#16

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp16.mp3 As a writing mum, Leah has bags of experience when it comes to being productive, despite the pressures of having two young children in the house. In part four of her mini series of TMTs, Leah explains why sometimes … Continue reading

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Writing POVs – First, Second or Third? – Joined Up Writing#35

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp35.mp3 Writing POVs – what are they and which should you use? That’s this week’s topic of conversation as Leah and Wayne chat about first, second and third person points of view. From the ‘I’ narrator of first person, through … Continue reading

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Writing with Children Around – Part 3 – TMT#15

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp15.mp3 In the third part of her mini-series on the perils of writing with small children in the house, Leah’s advice this week is simple: Slow it down! Don’t beat yourself up and expect that sometimes it will take you … Continue reading

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Writing with Children Around Part 2 – TMT#14

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp14.mp3 Having children around when you’re writing is no excuse for not getting a few words down. In today’s Two Minute Tip and part 2 of ‘Writing with Children’, Leah has some useful tips to distract the kids – even … Continue reading

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Beating Self-Doubt as a Writer – Joined Up Writing #34

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp34.mp3 Wayne and Leah talk about the dreaded Self-Doubt that can kill your writing and stop your creativity dead in it’s tracks. Those nagging doubts and niggling voices can really affect our productivity and our mental well-being. We discuss some … Continue reading

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Writing With Children Part 1 – TMT#13

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp13.mp3 Writing with children in the house can be very tricky. In today’s Two Minute Tip, Leah gives the first in her ‘Working with Children’ TMTs. Don’t want to murderize your partner? Then you need to plan and get your … Continue reading

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Thriller Writer Tony Schumacher Interview – Joined Up Writing #33

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp33.mp3 Thriller writer, Tony Schumacher joined us this week. Tony has inspiration by the bucket-load and his journey to publication is one of the most interesting and funny stories you will hear. Tony has already fitted many lives and jobs … Continue reading

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Interview with Historical Fiction Author E S Moxon – Joined UP#32

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp32.mp3 Historical fiction author, E S Moxon joins us today to talk about how she approaches the genre and the creation of Wulfsuna, the first book in her Wolf Spear Saga. Combining true Historical fiction with mythical elements of the … Continue reading

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Write Better – Change It Up! TMT#11

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp11.mp3 ONE TIP IN TWO MINUTES! Is your writing in a rut? Are you feeling stale and stilted? Only one thing to do – CHANGE IT UP! Leah has some quick tips to turn your prose purple once more and … Continue reading

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Banish Self Doubt – interview with Sarah Painter – Joined Up Writing #30

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp30.mp3 Keep sharing the show & please give us your feedback. This week we have special guest, Sarah Painter. Sarah is the best-selling author of The Language of Spells and also hosts the monthly podcast ‘The Worried Writer’. Her new novella, … Continue reading

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TMT#10 – Write What You Know?

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp10.mp3 Leah with some advice around the old adage ‘Write what you know’. Just how literally should you take that advice – if at all? Keep sharing, reviewing and giving us your ideas for the show.

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Blogging For Writers – Joined Up Writing #29

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp29.mp3 Keep sharing the show & please give us your feedback. Remember, this is YOUR SHOW – keep tweeting us, leave your comments below, check out our Facebook page and let’s get Joined Up! Want to start a blog but … Continue reading

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TMT#9 – Writing to Music!

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp9.mp3 Writing inspiration and advice in two minutes. Today Leah gives the low down on how music can set the tone and inspire your writing. Don’t forget to share!

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TMT#8 – IDEAS!

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMTEp8.mp3   Today, Leah serves up plenty of tips to help you come up with new ideas for your writing. Be inspired – don’t wait for that mythical muse!

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Writing Myths Debunked – Joined Up Writing #27

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp27.mp3 Keep sharing the show & please give us your feedback. Remember, this is YOUR SHOW – keep tweeting us, leave your comments below, check out our Facebook page and let’s get Joined Up! This week we tackle loads of … Continue reading

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Best Books on Writing – Joined Up Writing Episode 25

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp25.mp3 Keep sharing the show & please give us your feedback. Remember, this is YOUR SHOW – keep tweeting us, leave your comments below, check out our Facebook page and let’s get Joined Up! This week is all about our … Continue reading

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TMT#4 – Read It Out!

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMT5.mp3 Leah explains her tip to improve your drafts immeasurably – read your work aloud. Look out for regular TMTs in between episodes of the main show and let us know which topics you’d like us to tackle in future … Continue reading

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BritCrime SPECIAL – MJ McGrath Extended Interview

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp24.mp3 Keep sharing the show & please give us your feedback. Remember, this is YOUR SHOW – keep tweeting us, leave your comments below, check out our Facebook page and let’s get Joined Up! This week we talk to The … Continue reading

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BritCrime Preview with Helen Smith – Joined Up Writing Episode 23

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp23.mp3   Keep sharing the show & please give us your feedback. Remember, this is YOUR SHOW – keep tweeting us, leave your comments below, check out our Facebook page and let’s get Joined Up! This week we talk to … Continue reading

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TMT#2 – Getting Organised

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMT2.mp3 Episode 2 of our Two Minute Tips (TMT) Series. Here Leah gives some killer tips on getting organised to increase your productivity and improve your writing. Look out for regular TMTs in between episodes of the main show and … Continue reading

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Two Minute Tip (TMT)#1 – 5 Stages of Self-Editing

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpTMT1.mp3   In the first of our Two Minute Tips (TMT) Series, Leah outlines the 5 key stages of Self-Editing. Look out for regular TMTs in between episodes of the main show and let us know which topics you’d like … Continue reading

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Editing Options for Self Publishers – Joined Up Writing Episode 21

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp21.mp3 Have you shared the show with at least one friend yet? If not, why not?! Remember, this is YOUR SHOW – keep tweeting us, leave your comments below, check out our Facebook page and let’s get Joined Up! In … Continue reading

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Self Publishing for Beginners – Joined Up Writing Episode 20

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp20.mp3 Keep sharing the show & please give us your feedback. Remember, this is YOUR SHOW – keep tweeting us, leave your comments below, check out our Facebook page and let’s get Joined Up! Co-host Leah has been successfully self … Continue reading

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Joined Up Writing Podcast – Episode 19 – Writing Dialogue

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp19.mp3 Have you shared the show with at least one friend yet? If not, why not?! Remember, this is YOUR SHOW – keep tweeting us, leave your comments below, check out our Facebook page and let’s get Joined Up! In … Continue reading

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Joined Up Writing Podcast – Episode 18 – Screenwriting

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp18.mp3 Have you shared the show with at least one friend yet? If not, why not?! Remember, this is YOUR SHOW – keep tweeting us, leave your comments below, check out our Facebook page and let’s get Joined Up! Today’s … Continue reading

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Joined Up Writing – Episode 17 – Writing a Series Vs Writing a Novel

http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp17.mp3 Remember, this is YOUR SHOW – keep tweeting us, leave your comments below, check out our Facebook page and let’s get Joined Up! This episode looks at what you should consider when writing a series, rather than a single … Continue reading

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