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The Paralysis of Self Doubt – Mac Rogers – Joined Up#129
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. https://chtbl.com/track/73G45B/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp_129.mp3 It’s episode 129 with Mac Rogers, playwright and script writer of audio dramas. Mac has lots of entertaining and … Continue reading
I Have To Write – Jackie Kabler – Joined Up Writing Episode 128
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. WATCH MY NEW SHORT FILM FREE ON YOUTUBE HERE https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp128.mp3 It’s episode 128 with Jackie Kabler returning to talk about … Continue reading
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World Building with Maram Taibah – Joined Up#127
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp127.mp3 It’s episode 127 with Maram Taibah. Maram writes fantasy and has lots to say about world-building and trusting your … Continue reading
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Laura Zigman – Trust Your Instincts – Joined Up 126
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp126.mp3 It’s episode 126 with Laura Zigman author of new tragi-comic novel ‘Separation Anxiety’. Laura is funny, warm and insightful … Continue reading
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Jessica Anthony – How’s The Writing? – Joined Up#125
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp125.mp3 Episode 125 brings us American novelist, Jessica Anthony talking about her fast-paced biting satire book – Enter The Aardvark. … Continue reading
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Make Mistakes and Have Fun! – Julian Dutton – Joined Up#124
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp124.mp3 It’s episode 124 with comedy writer, actor and impressionist, Julian Dutton. Julian has written for TV, Radio and the … Continue reading
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Pitching Your Book and Honing Your Story with Kate Harrison – Joined Up#123
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp123.mp3 It’s episode 123 with Kate Harrison. Kate has tons of experience, having written loads of books across multiple genres … Continue reading
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Be Willing To Improve with Steve Cavanagh – Joined Up#122
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp122.mp3 It’s episode 122 with Steve Cavanagh, author of the superbly twisty Eddie Flynn series of books – like Thirteen, … Continue reading
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Tell Yourself “I’m a writer!” with Rod Duncan – Joined Up#120
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp120.mp3 It’s episode 120 with Rod Duncan. Rod is a multi-genre writer, from contemporary crime to fantasy and his amazing … Continue reading
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A Twenty Year Overnight Success Story – Rosanna Amaka – Joined Up#119
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp119.mp3 It’s episode 119 with Rosanna Amaka, telling us about her highly original debut novel The Book Of Echoes and her fascinating journey into writing and eventual publication. Rosanna has lots to say about perseverance and telling a story that’s … Continue reading
Show Up Every Day – David Wappel – Joined Up#117
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp117.mp3 It’s episode 117 with David Wappel, an award-winning screenwriter based in LA. I first came across David after reading … Continue reading
Take Writing Seriously, But Not Yourself – Karen Heenan – Joined Up#116
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp116.mp3 It’s episode 116 with Karen Heenan talking about her debut Historical Fiction novel, Songbird. Karen explains how she broke through via Twitter, tells us about her writing process and the joy of breaking free of her cubicle prison! Karen … Continue reading
Keep It Fresh with Elena Passarello – Joined Up Writing Episode 114
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp114.mp3 It’s episode 114 with essayist Elena Passarello – a funny, insightful writer who has a really interesting personal story … Continue reading
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Get The Thing Done – Clare Empson, Joined Up Writing Episode 112
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp112.mp3 It’s episode 112 with debut mystery thriller writer, Clare Empson. Clare’s journey to publication is fascinating and we talked … Continue reading
Into The Forest with Will Dean – Joined Up#109
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Don’t Look Back with Jackie Kabler – Joined Up#105
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON- iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp105.mp3 It’s episode 105 and today we’ve got returning guest Jackie Kabler – TV journalist, presenter and about to publish her … Continue reading
The Taking of Annie Thorne – CJ Tudor – JoinedUp#101
SUBSCRIBE ON- iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp101.mp3 It’s episode 101 with CJ Tudor, author of the brilliant, Chalk Man – a book that even garnered praise from Stephen King. I was lucky enough to speak to Caroline on the … Continue reading
It’s All In The Reveal – Karin Salvalaggio – JoinedUp#95
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp95.mp3 It’s episode 95 with Karin Salvalaggio, author of the Macy Greeley Mystery Series. Karin has a really interesting background and lots of practical tips based on her own writing process. Karin was born in West Virginia and has fond … Continue reading
BONUS -Pseudonyms and Voice with Michael Redhill – Epilogue#85
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp85Epi.mp3 It’s the Epilogue, a quick listen in between episode with an extra bonus question or topic not covered in the original interview. This week I talk to Michael Redhill about writing under a pseudonym with his crime series from … Continue reading
Embracing The Challenge – Michael Redhill – Joined Up#85
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp85.mp3 It’s episode 85 with Michael Redhill, award winning Canadian author of Bellevue Square. Michael is a great guest with loads of interesting things to say about his process, his books and his journey to publication. Michael is a Giller … Continue reading
BONUS – Collaboration Tips with Tosca Lee – Epilogue#84
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp84Epi.mp3 It’s the Epilogue, a quick listen in between episode with an extra bonus question or topic not covered in the original interview. This week I talk to Tosca Lee about writing in collaboration with another author. If you missed … Continue reading
Make It Fun – Script Writing & Creativity with CJ Walley – Joined UP#82
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp82.mp3 It’s episode 82 with screenwriter, CJ Walley talking about how Writing saved his life – or at least his mental wellbeing. He’s got loads to say about creative inspiration and its importance to a happy, healthy lifestyle, as well … Continue reading
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BONUS – You Need To Trick Yourself with Juman Malouf – Epilogue#80
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp80Epi.mp3 It’s the Epilogue, a quick listen in between episode with an extra bonus question or topic not covered in the original interview. This week I talk to Juman Malouf about her writing process and what she learned from writing … Continue reading
Middle Grade Fiction – Juman Malouf – Joined Up#80
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp80.mp3 It’s episode 80 with Juman Malouf talking about her excellent middle grade book, The Trilogy Of Two. Juman is such an interesting guest with a background that includes fashion and art as well as costume and set design. Her … Continue reading
BONUS – How I Edit – Paul Howarth Epilogue#79
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp79Epi.mp3 Welcome to The Epilogue, our bonus snack-size episodes, containing an extra question or topic not covered in the original interview. This week Paul Howarth returns to talk us through his editing process. If you missed it, you can find … Continue reading
Indie Publishers and Small Presses – Obliterati Press – Joined Up#75
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp75.mp3 It’s episode 75 and today I’m talking to friends of the show, Nathan O’Hagan and MW Leeming about small presses and in particular, their very own – Obliterati Press. I’ve also got a new review from Bibliomaniac, Katherine Sunderland … Continue reading
BONUS – Why We Love Psychological Thrillers with Sam Carrington – Epilogue#73
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp73epi.mp3 Welcome to The Epilogue – number 73 – our quick listen in-betweeny episodes featuring an extra question or topic not covered in our main guest interviews. This week it’s Sam Carrington, and if you haven’t listened to her full … Continue reading
BONUS! Thriller Writer Kate Medina – Joined Up Epilogue#66
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp66Epi.mp3 Yes, it’s the Epilogue, our bonus inbetween episodes, little quick listens containing an extra question or topic not covered in the original interview. This week it’s the turn of Thriller writer, Kate Medina. If you missed it, you can … Continue reading
William Shaw Interview – Joined Up#63
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp63.mp3 It’s episode 63 and today I’m bringing you a brilliant conversation I had with William Shaw, author of the excellent Breen and Tozer series of novels set in late 60’s London, not to mention a bunch of other contemporary … Continue reading
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Novelist Rob Palk – Getting an Agent Joined Up#52
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp52.mp3 It’s episode 52 and we’ve got yet another great guest today with debut novelist, Rob Palk, talking about his road to finding an agent and working towards getting published. Rob is the author of ANIMAL LOVERS, an upcoming comic … Continue reading
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
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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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
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
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
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
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
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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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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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
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
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
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
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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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
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
Joined Up Writing – Episode 10 – Philip K Dick Shortlisted Author, Rod Duncan
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp10.mp3 In this week’s show we were lucky enough to interview Rod Duncan, author of Steampunk/Alternate History novel, The Bullet Catcher’s Daughter. The book has been shortlisted for the Philip K Dick Award, the winner of which is announced on … Continue reading
Joined Up Writing – Episode 8 – Vampires and Horror with Daniel Ribot
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp8.mp3 In our first ‘in-person’ recording of the show (we usually record via Google Hangouts) we were lucky enough to be joined in the studio by writer, Daniel Ribot – author of Stalin-era vampire adventure ‘Vampsov 1938:A Spectre Haunting Europe’. … Continue reading
