[Words on Writing] - ARCHIVED

10 Lessons from Quantum Physics About Creating a Character 01.12.2025 8:47 ↓

In this episode I'll explain what fiction writers can learn from quantum physics about developing a character

How To Make Your Plot Irresistible - Part 2 27.11.2025 8:47 ↓

In this episode I'll reveal how I think you can get from m i dpoint to mayhem, how not to drop the ball just as it's started to get good.

How To Make Your Plot Irresistible - Part 1 27.11.2025 8:04 ↓

In this episode I'll reveal what I think are the secret ingredients to constructing a first half so compelling It’s reader catnip.

How to Market Your Self-Published Book 25.11.2025 6:55 ↓

In this episode we'll discuss how you can get your book into the hands of your readers -- without turning into a used car salesman.

8 Things I Wish I Knew Before Writing My First Book 24.11.2025 7:49 ↓

In this episode, I'll reveal some rookie mistakes I made writing a novel: hard-won truths, storytelling tips that can save your grey hairs growing grey hairs.

How to Write an Unputdownable Book 14.11.2025 7:28 ↓

In this episode, we'll cover 10 ideas you can use to make your readers ignore dinner, forget basic responsibilities, and seriously undermine the aviation industry--if they happen to be air traffic controllers.

The Essential Steps to Self-Publishing 14.11.2025 7:49 ↓

In this episode we'll talk about how easy it can be so self-publish, and break the process down into simple steps.

What Writing Cadillac Ads Taught Me 11.11.2025 12:05 ↓

In this episode I'll share the lessons advertising taught me about great dialogue, and the power of subtext.

Why Self-Publish? 07.11.2025 8:27 ↓

In this episode we'll tackle why waiting for permission to see your book become a reality is so last century.

How to Write Something Truly Original 04.11.2025 8:12 ↓

In this episode we'll cover writing tips for new writers who fear being boring -- that don't involve having to invent new emotions.

How to Write a Book When You Don't Think You're a Writer 27.10.2025 6:57 ↓

In this episode, I'll try to persuade you why you should stop waiting for the muse and start typing anyway.

To Outline or Not to Outline Your Novel? 27.10.2025 10:00 ↓

In this episode, I discuss whether or not it's better to outline your story, or just pretend you did.

What Writing Hemorrhoid Ads Taught Me About Writing Fiction 27.10.2025 7:24 ↓

9 Lessons From the Bottom Shelf to the Bookshelf.

How to Turn a Midlife Crisis into a Three-Book Deal You Fund Yourself 24.10.2025 9:22 ↓

How I got started writing a book, after a career in advertising.