The Merry Writer Podcast

EPISODE SHOW NOTES   In this week's episode we did something different! We played a fun round of "Would You Rather?" Listen in to our questions and answers and share your own in the comments! Thanks for listening!   Support the Podcast:   Patreon Want to support our show and show our little podcast some extra love, then please consider popping over to our  Patreon Page  and snap up some goodies fo...

EPISODE SHOW NOTES   This week's episode we decided to discuss Productivity, specifically the method of "Blocking".  Listen in to our thoughts about how productivity blocking is and share your own in the comments!   Support the Podcast:   Patreon Want to support our show and show our little podcast some extra love, then please consider popping over to our  Patreon Page  and snap up some goodies fo...

EPISODE SHOW NOTES   In this week's episode of The Merry Writer Podcast, we are joined by Rachel's sister, Kristen Poli, to discuss all things about NaNoWriMo. Enjoy!   About our Guest:   Kristen Poli is a writer specializing mainly in the fantasy genre and is passionate about creativity, gaming, dogs, and chocolate. You can find her on Medium and her newsletter, A Positive Spin.   Medium: Medium....

EPISODE SHOW NOTES   Welcome back everyone, on today's podcast we decided to discuss other writing careers you can pursue while you are writing your novel or even if you just want to do your fiction writing as a hobby.  If you haven't already, don't forget to subscribe to our podcast, click the like button and ask us any questions!   Support the Podcast:   Patreon Want to support our show and show...

EPISODE SHOW NOTES   Hey, everyone! This week, we're discussing all things about author bios - why they're important, where you should put them, and what you should include in them. Check it out and remember to subscribe to our podcast, click the like button and ask us any questions!   Support the Podcast:   Patreon Want to support our show and show our little podcast some extra love, then please...

EPISODE SHOW NOTES   As we hit our 25th episode, we decided to tackle the questions we, as writers, hate to get.  Do any of these make your list?  Check out the episode and remember to subscribe to our podcast, click the like button and ask us any questions... just not THESE questions :D   Support the Podcast:   Patreon Want to support our show and show our little podcast some extra love, then ple...

EPISODE SHOW NOTES   Welcome back! In this week's episode, we talk about authors writing in multiple genres vs. sticking to a single category. Check it out and remember to subscribe to our podcast, click the like button and ask us any questions!   Support the Podcast:   Patreon Want to support our show and show our little podcast some extra love, then please consider popping over to our  Patreon P...

EPISODE SHOW NOTES   On this week's episode of The Merry Writer Podcast, we are joined by our friend and author Andrew McDowell discussing when we realized we wanted to be writers. Enjoy!   About our Guest:   Andrew McDowell has written poetry, creative nonfiction, and is the author of the YA high fantasy novel Mystical Greenwood. He studied at St. Mary’s College and the University of Maryland. He...

EPISODE SHOW NOTES   Welcome back!  In today's episode, we list a few places you can share your creative writing online. Check it out and remember to subscribe to our podcast, click the like button and ask us any questions!   Support the Podcast:   Patreon Want to support our show and show our little podcast some extra love, then please consider popping over to our  Patreon Page  and snap up some...

EPISODE SHOW NOTES   Welcome back!  In today's episode, we decided to do another marketing post and discussed the importance of marketing your book before it's published.  Check it out and remember to subscribe to our podcast, click the like button and ask us any questions!   Support the Podcast:   Patreon Want to support our show and show our little podcast some extra love, then please consider p...

EPISODE SHOW NOTES   Join Ari and Rachel this week where we discuss what we wish we knew before we began writing.   Support the Podcast:   Patreon Want to support our show and show our little podcast some extra love, then please consider popping over to our  Patreon Page  and snap up some goodies for as little as $1 a month!   Share If you enjoy our podcast, please share episodes on social media t...

EPISODE SHOW NOTES   On this week's episode of The Merry Writer Podcast, we are joined by our friend and author Devon Ellington who discusses how she manages her time as a full-time author!  This longer episode is packed with helpful ideas for staying productive and managing your time!   About our Guest:   Devon Ellington is a full-time writer who publishes under multiple names in fiction and nonf...

EPISODE SHOW NOTES   Join Ari and Rachel this week where we discuss the importance of creative writing prompts and how they can help your craft.   Support the Podcast:   Patreon Want to support our show and show our little podcast some extra love, then please consider popping over to our  Patreon Page  and snap up some goodies for as little as $1 a month!   Share If you enjoy our podcast, please s...

EPISODE SHOW NOTES   Today on the podcast, we tackle the concept of writing goals and share our own thoughts on how to create them and the best way to keep up with them.     Support the Podcast:   Patreon Want to support our show and show our little podcast some extra love, then please consider popping over to our Patreon Page and snap up some goodies for as little as $1 a month!   Share If you en...

EPISODE SHOW NOTES   Join Ari and Rachel this week where we discuss when writers should be present online.   Support the Podcast:   Patreon Want to support our show and show our little podcast some extra love, then please consider popping over to our  Patreon Page  and snap up some goodies for as little as $1 a month!   Share If you enjoy our podcast, please share episodes on social media to sprea...

EPISODE SHOW NOTES   On today's episode of The Merry Writer Podcast, we have hit our 15th episode. So for this mini-milestone, we decided to do a special episode all about what we've (currently) learned from running this podcast!     Support the Podcast:   Patreon Want to support our show and show our little podcast some extra love, then please consider popping over to our Patreon Page and snap up...

EPISODE SHOW NOTES   On this week's episode of The Merry Writer Podcast, our friend and fellow author Julie Valerie joins us in discussing writing our novels linearly or jumping around. This longer episode is packed with useful information on writing your first draft and outlines. Enjoy!   About our Guest:   Julie Valerie lives and writes from Virginia, where she is at work developing the Village...

EPISODE SHOW NOTES   In this episode, we weigh in with our thoughts on whether it's a good idea for writers to add themselves as characters into their stories.      Support the Podcast:   Patreon Want to support our show and show our little podcast some extra love, then please consider popping over to our Patreon Page and snap up some goodies for as little as $1 a month!   Share If you enjoy our p...

Welcome to episode 012 of The Merry Writer Podcast. This week Ari and Rachel ask, "do authors need a website?" Don't forget to follow this podcast and please consider sharing it on social media.  Music "Inspired" by Kevin MacLeod www.incompetech.com Licensed under Creative Commons 4.0

Welcome to episode 011 of The Merry Writer Podcast. Today, Ari and Rachel ask the question, "What are your thoughts on pen names?"  Don't forget to follow this podcast and please consider sharing it on social media.  Music "Inspired" by Kevin MacLeod www.incompetech.com Licensed under Creative Commons 4.0

Welcome to episode 010 of The Merry Writer Podcast. This week Ari and Rachel ask, "what is the best and worst thing about writing?" with our special guest, Kerri Davidson! Don't forget to follow this podcast and please consider sharing it on social media.  Music "Inspired" by Kevin MacLeod www.incompetech.com Licensed under Creative Commons 4.0

Welcome to episode 009 of The Merry Writer Podcast. Today Ari and Rachel ask, "what is your worst data loss?"  Don't forget to follow this podcast and please consider sharing it on social media.  Music "Inspired" by Kevin MacLeod www.incompetech.com Licensed under Creative Commons 4.0

Welcome to a new episode of The Merry Writer Podcast. Today Ari and Rachel ask, "what's your go-to snack and drink when writing?"  Don't forget to follow this podcast and please consider sharing it on social media. Thanks for listening! Music "Inspired" by Kevin MacLeod www.incompetech.com Licensed under Creative Commons 4.0

Welcome to a new episode of The Merry Writer Podcast. Today Ari and Rachel ask, "do you prefer paperback, hardback, ebook or audiobooks?"  Don't forget to follow this podcast and please consider sharing it on social media.  Music "Inspired" by Kevin MacLeod www.incompetech.com Licensed under Creative Commons 4.0

Welcome to episode 006! Join Ari and Rachel on The Merry Writer Podcast as they ask, "do you love or hate editing?" Help this little podcast grow by following it, listening each week, and sharing it on social media.  Music "Inspired" by Kevin MacLeod www.incompetech.com Licensed under Creative Commons 4.0