The Creative Writing Life

ADORABLE author Ron Kinscherf talks about the need for simple messages in children’s stories, getting inspiration from anything, and how he got into publishing by doing everything wrong Website - http://papatellmeabook.com IG - @papatellmeabook FB - http://facebook.com/papatellmeabook

Actor Bryce Williams will be playing the title role in my short film SHECKY. In this brief q&a, we talk about his background, what attracted him to the project, and his plans for once the film is completed Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/beastie_bryce/

PERFORMANCE ANXIETY author Jonathan Lerner talks about stories he HAD to tell, what furthers the story, and the truth of experience vs memory Website: http://jonathanlerner.info Instagram: @lernerwriter

In this special episode, Paul talks to actor Trevor Nagle about his background as an actor, what attracted him to the SHECKY short film project, and his hopes and plans for once it's completed.

In this special episode, Paul and director Ally May talk about her background, working on the short film SHECKY, and their plans for the film Click here to donate to the crowdfunding - https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/shecky/x/7486298#/

Runner/poet Greg Lehman talks about the positive relationship between fitness and creativity, being teachable as a writer, and how a book has to earn your respect

A GILDED DEATH author Cecelia Tichi talks about the world of The Gilded Age, the benefits of reading comic books, figuring out the “who did it & why” of a mystery, the doable-ness of first person perspective, and… zombies!

Some exciting news from your humble host https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/shecky/x/7486298#/

OUT LOUD author Catharine Bramkamp talks about embracing the lousiness of the first draft, listening when your characters talk to you, and knowing when to take a break from working on a project.

THE BLUE DOOR author Janice Deal talks about braided storylines, the value of an editor who gets you and asks questions, and characters dealing with issues of loss, redemption, and identity.

LOUKAS AND THE GAME OF CHANCE author Anthony L. Manna talks about the enduring appeal of folk tales, finding the relatability of your story, and why you should NOT compare yourself to other writers

Attorney Paul Miloknay discusses how a screenwriter/TV writer can legally prepare for a career in the industry, how to find the right entertainment attorney, and red flags when it comes to potential partners.

UNSHACKLED author Amanda Dubois talks about incorporating social issues into fiction, the details involved in writing a book series, and how a city can be a setting and a character

Memoirist/writer Wendy Dale talks about her new book THE MEMOIR ENGINEERING SYSTEM and the challenge and process of creating art out of your memories

FIND ME: BOOK ONE author H.H. Rune talks about the challenge of being a neurodivergent writer, telling one story using three different methods, and incorporating personal details into your story & characters.

FIRST LOVE LANGUAGE Author Stefany Valentine talks about the unique insight as an adoptee writing an adoptee protagonist, the pattern of action-consequence, and the importance of writing for you and not the marketplace.

Today’s very short episode does a quick wrap-up for 2024 and discusses what’s planned for 2025

Screenwriter/author/brand strategist Brian Fitzpatrick discusses strategies & approaches for accomplishing your writing goals in 2025, and remember: the key word is patience.

Author James Moorer talks about why you need to give your main characters a moment, using realism in a supernatural story, and the value/importance of creating your own IP

Author Krystal Marquis talks about writing historical fiction (and the research involved), the challenges of crafting a story with multiple protagonists, and how a teacher influenced the way she writes.

Author Rachael Kelly talks about being a neurodivergent author, her love of world-building for dystopian fiction, using setting as a character, and finding the process that works best for you.

Author Beth Revis talks about what it’s like to write for the Star Wars franchise, why writers should always go for the new adventure, and the benefits of having a story be fueled/inspired by spite.

Author Dr. Ron Dwinnells talks about the benefit of starting at the end of your story, how “Show, don’t tell” made a difference in his work, and why you should write thinking “I can do anything I want to do!”

Author Laura Samotin talks about what you want a reader to feel, the importance of eliciting emotion, and to not worry about making it perfect

Author A.S. King talks about finding art from trauma, why you should write with unflinching honesty, and the benefits of volunteering and getting out into the world.