The Right Brain Café

In this Episode: Regina and James talk about Robert A. Heinlein's 1st Rule of writing: YOU MUST WRITE. Not as easy as it sounds. Talked about in this episode: Buy Book Worms on our Etsy page Get Regina’s book > Buy Carni Get James’ short story on Kindle > About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint Claire and...

In this Episode: Regina and James talk about how to describe clothing in your writing. Talked about in this episode: The Sears Catalog Archives Watch Gemini Rising Get Regina’s book > Buy Carni About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint Claire and James DeFeo offer tips on writing fiction. Buy Book Worms on our...

In this Episode: Regina and James talk about how you can ask for reviews of your book as well as how to stay sane when reading your reviews—good or bad. Talked about in this episode: NetGalley Bookfunnel Get Regina’s book > Buy Carni About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint Claire and James DeFeo offer tips on...

In this episode, Regina and James talk about pen names. Why would you use a pen name, and what are some examples of established authors and their reasons for choosing a pen name? Get Regina’s book > Buy Carni Subscribe to James’ newsletter by clicking the button below. About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint...

In this episode, Regina & James discuss the pros and cons of writing as a “pantser” vs. a plotter. The ABDCE Structure Dean Wesley Smith talking about pantsing aka writing into the dark Get Regina’s book > Buy Carni Gemini Rising Episode Subscribe to James’ newsletter by clicking the button below. About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms...

Hold on to your seats folks! In this thrilling episode, James and Regina dive deep into the world of horror and explore the role of clowns in it. But that's not all, Regina Saint Claire's latest book, CARNI, is about to hit the shelves on Friday, December 1st, 2023 and we can barely contain our excitement! Join us as we uncover the inspiration behind this masterpiece and get ready to be scared out...

In this episode, Regina and James discuss beginning your story with Character inspired by a quote by John Irving. About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint Claire and James Ippoliti offer tips on writing for the horror genre to help authors get published in the Book Worms Horror Zine. A great zine needs great fict...

In this episode, Regina and James dive into the following quote by Jean Cocteau: "Art is a marriage of the conscious and the unconscious." Check out our links below. About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint Claire and James Ippoliti offer tips on writing for the horror genre to help authors get published in the B...

In this episode, Regina and James dissect the following quote from Isaac Bashevis Singer: " Every creator painfully experiences the chasm between his inner vision and its ultimate expression. The chasm is never completely bridged. We all have the conviction, perhaps illusory, that we have much more to say than appears on the paper.” Isaac Bashevis Singer's Wikipedia page About This Podcast: From t...

In this episode, Regina and James discuss a quote by Nelson Algren, an American writer whose 1949 novel  The Man with the Golden Arm  won the  National Book Award and was adapted as  the 1955 film of the same name . Should writers avoid other writers? About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint C...

Regina and James talk about facing the blank page. How do you get started when there are so many possibilities? About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint Claire and James Ippoliti offer tips on writing for the horror genre to help authors get published in the Book Worms Horror Zine. A great zine needs great fictio...

In this highly anticipated episode of "Book Worms Horror," your hosts Regina Saint Claire and James Ippoliti dive deep into the labyrinth of procrastination, armed with practical strategies and insightful advice to help you conquer this formidable foe. If you've ever found yourself endlessly scrolling through social media or postponing important tasks until the last minute, this episode is a must-...

In this episode, Regina and James discuss the art of observation and why it is important for writers. About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint Claire and James Ippoliti offer tips on writing for the horror genre to help authors get published in the Book Worms Horror Zine. A great zine needs great fiction and sinc...

In this episode, Regina and James discuss making sacrifices to write and much more. BUY THE CUBE TIMER HERE. About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint Claire and James Ippoliti offer tips on writing for the horror genre to help authors get published in the Book Worms Horror Zine. A great zine needs great fiction a...

Unearth the darkness within your imagination on this spine-chilling episode of the Book Worms Horror Podcast. If you're a writer thirsty for sinister inspiration or a fan of the macabre craving a glimpse behind the scenes, this episode is tailor-made for you. Hosted by James Ippoliti and Regina Saint Claire, two avid horror aficionados with a penchant for the eerie, this episode dives headfirst in...

Hosts James Ippoliti and Regina Saint Claire delve into the eerie world of horror fiction once again, but this time, they're tackling a different kind of fear – the fear of distractions and time burglars that can haunt writers. In this episode, they discuss strategies for overcoming these challenges and maintaining focus while crafting spine-tingling tales. About This Podcast: From the Office of D...

Regina and James continue their discussion on dealing with your inner critic and trolls. About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint Claire and James Ippoliti offer tips on writing for the horror genre to help authors get published in the Book Worms Horror Zine. A great zine needs great fiction and since we are seek...

The inner critic. What James calls your inner Karen. How do you defeat that voice as well as the trolls that encourage it? This is Part 1 of 2. About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint Claire and James Ippoliti offer tips on writing for the horror genre to help authors get published in the Book Worms Horror Zine....

Join Regina and James as they guide you through the process of pushing through fear to unlock your potential as a horror fiction creator. Embrace the thrill of the genre and create stories that will captivate and haunt your audience. Get ready to conquer your fears and embark on a journey into the captivating world of horror writing. Are you up for the challenge? About This Podcast: From the Offic...

In this episode, Regina & James discuss how to write dialogue and use action and wardrobe to speak for your characters. About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint Claire and James Ippoliti offer tips on writing for the horror genre to help authors get published in the Book Worms Horror Zine. A great zine needs...

In this episode, James talks to Regina Saint Claire about creating characters. About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint Claire and James Ippoliti offer tips on writing for the horror genre to help authors get published in the Book Worms Horror Zine. A great zine needs great fiction and since we are seeking great...

In this episode, James talks to Regina about outlining. About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint Claire and James Ippoliti offer tips on writing for the horror genre to help authors get published in the Book Worms Horror Zine. A great zine needs great fiction and since we are seeking great horror fiction for Book...

In this episode, James talks to Regina about her experience at the recent StokerCon in Pittsburgh, PA. About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint Claire and James Ippoliti offer tips on writing for the horror genre to help authors get published in the Book Worms Horror Zine. A great zine needs great fiction and sin...

Regina is away this week at StokerCon so there will be no episode. Make sure to get the premiere episode of Book Worms before it sells out. We will be back next week for our regular episodes of inspiration. About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint Claire and James Ippoliti offer tips on writing for the horror gen...

How does exercise improve your writing? In this episode, Regina and James discuss how a healthy body can increase your output as well as generate new ideas. About This Podcast: From the Office of Demonology & Regina's Haunted Library , Book Worms Horror Zine editors Regina Saint Claire and James Ippoliti offer tips on writing for the horror genre to help authors get published in the Book Worms...