I Got Nothing

Author Lauren Nappi joins host Leani as they talk about when writing calls, letting the story tell itself, and finding a third space. Links:   Battle Cry ,  Leani's Patreon , Lauren's Amazon Page , Lauren's Instagram Music Credit:  "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Leani sits down with author Kara M. Zone to discuss their experiences in ghostwriting, growing with the indie publishing world, and the importance of trusting yourself.  Links: Battle Cry , Leani's Patreon , Kara's Website , Kara's Instagram , Kara's TikTok Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommo...

And we're back! That's right, Season 4 of I Got Nothing is in the works! Leani shares the exciting news and what you can look forward to during the new season. Keep an eye on her revamped website for more details or join her on Patreon ! Music by Kevin MacLeod 

Responding to a frequently asked question, Leani explains what ghostwriting is as well as the pros and cons of the medium.  Author Website ( www.leanilopez.com ) Author Projects ( https://linktr.ee/leanimlopez) Affiliated with Deep Earth Press ( www.deepearthpress.com ) Author Coaching Info ( www.deepearthpress.com/authorcoaching ) Music:  Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed un...

Responding to a topic from Tumblr, Leani talks about the editing process and some tips and tricks for getting through that second draft.  Author Info ( https://linktr.ee/leanimlopez) Affiliated with Deep Earth Press ( www.deepearthpress.com ) Author Coaching Info ( www.deepearthpress.com/authorcoaching ) Music:  Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Att...

In this episode, Leani goes over tips and tricks for writing dialogue, as well as what to avoid.  Author Info (https://linktr.ee/leanimlopez) Music:  Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this week's episode, Leani goes through the benefits of researching and offers different ways to research, as well as why it helps you become a better writer.  Author Info (https://linktr.ee/leanimlopez) Music:  Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Answering a prompt from a listener, Leani talks about writing her first novel and gives her thoughts on what she wished she knew back then.  Author Info (https://linktr.ee/leanimlopez) Music:  Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In the first episode of Season 3, Leani answers a question from a listener about what inspires her to write.  Author Info (https://linktr.ee/leanimlopez) To Court Death, an episodic podcast (https://linktr.ee/tocourtdeath) Music:  Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

It's a hard pill to swallow this episode when Leani talks about one of the hardest parts of being a writer: taking criticism.  Music:  Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Leani responds to a topic suggested by listeners discussing tips and tricks when it comes to writing endings.  Music:  Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this episode, Leani talks about the importance of broadening your horizons and consuming new media.  Music:  Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Leani answers a question from Tumblr about her writing process and how she comes up with her story ideas.  Music:  Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Leani expands on a topic submitted by a listener and discusses what goes into developing characters, including tips and tricks of the trade.  Music: Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In the Season 2 premiere, Leani welcomes new listeners and shares some exciting developments in her writing life. She also gives advice for those waiting for the perfect time and perfect project.  Music: Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Leani responds to a topic from a listener about what goes into writing romance novels.  Music: Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

This week, Leani talks about what fanfiction is and why it's just as important as writing original work.  Music: Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this week's episode, Leani gives her thoughts on getting personal with your writing and, in turn, gets personal herself.  Music: Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Leani talks about what it means to have confidence in your writing, as well as the all-too-familiar "imposter syndrome". Music: Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

This week, Leani gives suggestions on writing multiple projects at the same time as well as how to avoid writing burnout. Music: Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Leani talks about every writer's nemesis - writer's block.  Music: Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In the first episode of I Got Nothing, Leani introduces herself and talks about self-care for your creative side.  Music: Blippy Trance  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/