The Resilient Writers Radio Show

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. Do you ever find yourself wondering, “Am I really a writer?” or “Is my work even good enough?” If so, you’re not alone!  Confidence is something so many writers struggle with, which is why I’m thrilled to bring you this week’s episode of The Resilient Writers Radio Show featuring confidence coach and book editor, Kirsten McNeill. Kir...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. Hey there, Writer! Welcome back to another episode of The Resilient Writers Radio Show. This week, I had an inspiring conversation with Laura Jevtich —a writer, author, and social media creator with a fascinating journey that took her from geology to writing memoirs and beyond. Laura’s story is anything but conventional. Originally t...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. If you’ve ever worried about using tropes in your writing—wondering if they make your story predictable or overdone—this episode of The Resilient Writers Radio Show is here to change your mind.  I’m joined by Jennifer Hilt , USA Today bestselling author, story consultant, and the brilliant mind behind The Trope Thesaurus series. She’...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. Have you ever sat down to write only to suddenly need to do the dishes, scroll TikTok, or reorganize your bookshelf? You’re not alone!  Writing resistance is real, and it can show up as procrastination, perfectionism, self-doubt, or just an overwhelming sense of stuckness . In this episode of The Resilient Writers Radio Show , I talk...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. In this week's episode of The Resilient Writers Radio Show , we’re diving deep into the world of character development with the amazing Megan Fuentes!   Megan is a writer of flash fiction and historical fiction, specializing in strong female leads and captivating narratives set against the backdrop of real-world events—especiall...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. This week, we're diving deep into the art of crafting heroic characters—the ones who overcome obstacles, stand for something greater, and keep readers turning the page. Joining us is Mary Dezember , award-winning author of Wild Conviction and a seasoned writer of fiction, poetry, and nonfiction. Mary’s novel, Wild Conviction , i...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. Hey there, and welcome back to another episode of the Resilient Writers Radio Show! This time, we’re diving into all things editing with the wonderful Stacy Juba, founder of Shortcuts for Writers .  Stacy has been crafting stories since her school days, and her passion for writing has led her to publish everything from mystery novels...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. In this episode of The Resilient Writers Radio Show , Rhonda speaks with bestselling author and TEDx speaker Marcy Pusey -- diving into the often-feared challenge of writer’s block, exploring its deeper causes and offering insights on how writers can overcome it.  Marcy, who is also a therapist, shares her unique perspective on how w...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. In this episode of The Resilient Writers Radio Show , host Rhonda Douglas sits down with Mia Botha , a seasoned writing coach and creator of popular writing challenges like "12 Stories in 12 Months" and "30 Days of Flash Fiction." The conversation dives into the common struggles writers face, particularly the ever...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. In this first episode of Season 6 of The Resilient Writers Radio Show , host Rhonda Douglas dives into the world of nonfiction writing with expert Meghan Stevenson .  Meghan, a seasoned professional in crafting nonfiction book proposals, shares her wealth of experience, having helped her clients secure over $5 million in publishing a...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. In this last episode of Season 5 of the podcast, I am doing a solo show talking about a step-by-step guide on how to create your own DIY writing retreats. These DIY retreats, which I’ve organized for myself for over 20 years and now include in my First Book Finish program, have helped me reconnect with my projects and make significan...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. In this week’s episode of The Resilient Writers Radio Show, I interview Jeanne Blasberg . Jeanne is a bestselling author known for her novels Eden and The Nine . Her latest novel, Daughter of a Promise , came out in April 2024.  This latest novel is a contemporary retelling of the Biblical story of David and Bathsheba, set in modern-...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. This week's episode from The Resilient Writers Radio Show features an interview with Sue Brown-Moore , a book coach and developmental editor. We go deep into the intricacies of developmental editing, particularly for fiction and romance authors. The conversation dives into the purpose, timing, and benefits of developmental editi...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. Something a little different this week! In this episode, I am speaking with Brooks Elms , a professional screenwriter and coach who shares his insights into screenwriting. Our conversation covers both the technical and creative aspects of the craft, as well as tips for those who are new to screenwriting or looking to transition from...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. In this episode of The Resilient Writers Radio Show, I host my friend, author and book coach Emma Dhesi , to explore the psychological and practical challenges that writers face, especially when completing a novel.  Emma shares her personal journey of overcoming sporadic writing, highlighting how a realistic understanding of the diff...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. This week I have an interview with Kevin T. Johns , a writing coach and author who is also based in Ottawa, Canada, where I live. Our conversation revolves around the challenges aspiring authors face, particularly in completing their first draft, and how writers can better approach storytelling and the writing process. Kevin emphasiz...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. This week's episode features an interview with Janelle Hardy , a multifaceted creative with expertise in dance, somatic experiences, and memoir writing. We explore how body awareness influences creativity and our writing. Janelle shares her journey from feeling disembodied to becoming more connected through somatic practices and...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. This week, I interview  Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer, an author, speaker, and Choctaw storyteller from Texas who has published 19 books.  Sarah writes historical fiction, primarily focusing on American Indian characters, particularly from her own Choctaw heritage. Her *Choctaw Tribune* series, for example, highlights the Choctaw people, al...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. In this episode of The Resilient Writers Radio Show, I'm chatting with author and life coach Riley Lindhardt . We dive into Riley's journey as a writer, her experience as a life coach, and how she helps other writers overcome mental blocks to finish their novels. Throughout the episode, Riley offers practical advice for wri...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. This week on The Resilient Writers Radio Show, I'm interviewing my friend Traci Skuce. We get into her philosophy on embodied writing, which integrates body awareness and mindfulness into the creative process. Embodied writing involves tapping into the physical, emotional, and sensory experiences of both the writer and the chara...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. Editing your book can be fraught. There are so many different types of editing: developmental, line, copy, proofreading. Which ones do you need most? How do you prioritize? And what should you expect from each kind of editor? In this episode of The Resilient Writers Radio Show, I'm talking to the editing experts at Gemini Writer...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. Wondering how to outline a book that works without spending hours and hours detailing every beat in a spreadsheet? My guest Lewis Jorstad of The Novel Smithy teaches a new method called Intuitive Outlining. Listen to the episode to hear us talk about this (and so much more!) and then be sure to sign up for his free class on Intuitive...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. This episode features an interview with Meggie Lee Calvin, an Amazon bestselling author, coach, and speaker, who specializes in helping spiritually attuned writers market and sell their books. The conversation delves into Meg’s journey from writing plays as a child to becoming a published author and coach for writers. In addition to...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. In this last episode of Season 4 of the podcast, I am doing a solo show talking about how to choose a writing project, as well as the mindset shifts we need to make in order to stick with the project we've chosen. Let's banish Shiny New Idea Syndrome once and for all! Here's a link to where you can find the Essential B...

Send us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show. This week on the podcast, I'm speaking with a poet and that always means opening our heart, doesn't it? Join us as we explore the heart-centred, authentic and more vulnerable sides of this art of writing -- and enjoy a little poetry break as well! Meredith Heller is the author of Writing by Heart, Write a Poem, Save Your Li...