The Pulp Writer Show

In this week's episode, we take a look at three different methods for starting your novel and introducing the central conflict. TRANSCRIPT 00:00:00 Introduction and Writing Updates Hello. Welcome to Episode 110 of The Pulp Writer Show. My name is Jonathan Moeller. Today is February the 25th, 2022 and today we're going to talk about how to start your book and introduce your conflict. Before we get...

In this week's episode, I answer a reader question about the DRAGONSKULL series. I also discuss novel length and new ways of sending free short stories to my newsletter subscribers.

In this week's episode, I discuss readers' opinions about free books and whether or not they work for marketing. I also talk about Draft2Digital's surprise acquisition of Smashwords, and the excellent Nintendo Switch Game METROID DREAD.

In this week's episode, I take a look at whether or not free first-in-series books still work for indie authors. I also answer reader questions and talk a bit about AI-narrated audiobooks.

In this week's episode, I discuss finishing CLOAK OF IRON and talk about how to price paperback books on Amazon. I also discuss the DRAGONLANCE series of Dungeons & Dragons novels and Microsoft's proposed purchase of Activision Blizzard.

In this week's episode, we look at seven different ways you can create conflict within your novel or story.

In this week's episode, we look at tips and tricks for creating distinctive characters.

Happy New Year! In the first episode of 2022, I discuss my eight writing goals for 2022. I also talk a bit about ad spending and series metadata.

In the final episode of 2021, I take a look back and see how many of my writing goals for 2021 I met. I also talk about POWER ON, a fascinating documentary about the history of the Xbox.

In this week's episode, I talk about backlist books vs frontlist books, and consider which are better for indie authors. I also discuss NFTs and my favorite Nintendo Switch games of 2021.

The Pulp Writer Show has its 100th episode! Thanks for listening, everyone. In this week's episode, I discuss the ultimate reason for writing fiction. We also talk about Spotify, audiobooks, and the perils of cloud computing.

In this week's episode, I look back at nine things in the writing world that I am thankful for in 2021. I also answer reader questions and look at Facebook and Amazon Ad spending for the month of November.

In this week's episode, I offer tips and tricks for creating conflicts for powerful characters without artificially de-powering them. I also discuss my recent Chirp deal for CHILD OF THE GHOSTS and the 10th anniversary of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.

In this week's episode, I discuss what might be next for Caina after the conclusion of GHOST NIGHT. We also talk about vintage cyberattacks and Spotify's acquisition of audiobook distributor Findaway.

In this week's episode, I take a look at four reasons for writing mystery novels. I also discuss the release of GHOST IN THE SUN, Kobo Plus, and how to properly organize an asset library.

In this week's episode, I describe my experiences with the 5-Day Amazon Ads Profit Challenge, and the useful knowledge I gained. We also discuss Metroid Dread, Diablo II Resurrected, and the 1984 version of the Dune movie.

In this week's episode, I talk about finishing GHOST IN THE SUN, the final book in my GHOST NIGHT epic fantasy series. I also answer reader questions, and discuss the new DUNE movie.

In this week's episode, we look at 14 ways to keep smartphones from ruining the plot of your novel. Romeo & Juliet wouldn't have been a tragedy if Juliet could have texted Romeo, after all, and we'll share some tips & tricks to avoid smartphone-induced plot holes. I also answer reader questions and discuss the new Dune movie.

In this week's episode, I offer six tips to help you finish your novel. I also answer reader questions and talk about video games from the 1990s.

In this week's episode, I take an introductory look at DRAGONSKULL, my new epic fantasy series, which is now available on all ebook stores. I also answer reader questions and comments.

In this week's episode, I describe my six month experiment with posting audiobooks to YouTube, and explain my opinion that YouTube is a bad platform for content creators. I also provide updates on my various writing projects across the month of September.

In this week's episode, I share progress on my current writing projects and answer reader questions about CLOAK GAMES and the FROSTBORN universe. I also share the results of my ad spending for August 2021.

In this week's episode, I offer advice to a writer who has trouble finishing a book. I also answer questions about the CLOAK MAGE series.

In this week's episode, I look at methods for tracking ebook sales. I also answer questions from readers about audiobooks and the CLOAK MAGE series.

In this week's episode, I share four tips for dealing with artistic frustration, or when your creative project doesn't match what you see in your head. I also discuss direct sales a bit more.