The Way You Write

Sometimes we want evidence that we are on the right track in our creative journey. But we hit points where everything feels hopeless and murky. This episode addresses how to navigate hopelessness with courage and resilience.

This episode is full of warmth and gentle accountability, walking through how to reconnect with yourself, your values, and others to bring your story to life in your own time. It's a reminder that no matter what phase of life you are in, your writing hasn't given up on you. You can find Ania here: IG: @theaniassey, @quillandcup Website: https://www.quillandcup.com/

It's normal to have moments of disruption and disconnection in your relationship with writing. But how we handle those moments of disruption can ultimately impact the level of closeness we have with our writing. In this episode, we talk about 3 tools you can use to reconnect with your writing when you hit those bumps in the road. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cynthiamerrillediting/ Join the...

How can two people who are both writing their first draft be in different stages of the creative process? In this episode, we walk through the Practical Stages of Creation and how they differ from the classic outline, first draft, revision process we've been taught. Take the Authentic Writer Archetype Assessment here: https://www.cynthiamerrillediting.com/assessment

After a 4 year hiatus, we're back, baby! And I've rebranded. Tune in to hear what the focus of the podcast is moving forward. Make sure to follow along so you don't miss new episodes in the future. Glad you're here!

Small announcement in this one! This episode centers around this quote by Adam S. Miller: "Even sound maps are just maps. They are no substitute for real roads." We can plan and outline till the cows come home, but the real beauty in the writing process happens as we hit the road and get to work.  Happiness Hunter "Messy Middle" podcast

FINISHERS WANTED: This episode dives into the stats commonly quoted by writers who quit. “Only 1% of people get published. Why should I even try?” I’ll talk about why that isn’t an accurate statistic, and why it doesn’t really matter to you.

Why do we feel so confident sometimes and then totally doubt ourselves and feel like a fraud other times? Tune in to meet Imposter Syndrome’s cocky younger brother, the Dunning-Kruger effect, and find out what it teaches us about our current level of ability.

Here is a brief intro to Dan Harmon’s theory about story structure. I like this approach a lot. If you’re looking to deepen your characters and add depth to your plot, give this a listen!

If the pathway to publishing feels overwhelming and filled with self-doubt for you, I’ve got a few thoughts to encourage you.

Starting this podcast with a whole bunch of love, and prepared to learn a lot through the process. See more on Instagram: @cynthiamerrillediting