anditswriting

...and it's writing.

Arts EN ↓ 5 episodes

Writers D.C. McNaughton and Avery Ames have a few drinks while they review and revise their old (and often hilariously cringey) writing. Each episode focuses on a particular aspect of craft, and features a themed-cocktail pairing.

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004: Age Categories, with Jessica Lewis! 06.07.2026 47:03

Amy discusses the process and experience of writing in different age categories with author Jessica Lewis. Jessica’s latest book, Hallie’s Rules for a Recovering Romantic , will be available on July 7, 2026! Read the Grampire serial fiction here . Find Jessica online: Threads | Instagram | Website | Patreon Other books mentioned: The Guy She Was Interested in Wasn't a Guy at All, by Sum...

003: Self-publishing, with Annara Layne 29.06.2026 44:57

In this episode, Amy chats with author Annara Layne about the world of self-publishing, including what it's like juggling multiple projects, social media, distribution, and more. Find Annara online here: Threads | Instagram | Website Books mentioned: Bailey Bangs Her Brother’s Best Friend, by Liz Alden Nat and Cami's Guide to Running an Undercover GSA, by Karis Rogerson Resources mention...

002: Voice, with Gabe Converse 22.06.2026 53:28

Amy chats with author Gabe Converse about voice in writing. What is it and how do you find it? We discuss our experiences discovering our own writing voices, adapting it to different genres and projects, and recommend books to read as well as exercises to try. Find Gabe on Instagram here . Books and authors mentioned: The Blacktongue Thief by Christopher Buehlman Flesh by David Szalay Tress of t...

001: Your Debut Year, with Mona Tewari 15.06.2026 49:40

Amy sits down with Mona Tewari, author of Burn the Sea, to discuss what to expect from your publishing debut year, with all the ups and downs it entails. Find Mona online at monatewari.com Books and authors mentioned: The Free Verse Society, by Delali Adjoa Midnight on the Celestial, by Julia Alexandria The Celestial Seas, by T.A. Chan The Poet Empress, by Shen Tao We Dance Upon Demons, by Vaish...

Hello again! 07.06.2026 0:50

Hi! We're getting the reboot treatment with new interviews and discussions on the writing experience, craft, and the world of publishing. Join us for a fantastic first season coming to you soon!