Writing in Progress

Have you always wanted to write a story, but don’t know where to begin?  Maybe you like to write, but the creative process of generating ideas is a sticking point for you?  I am often asked, “How do you come up with such interesting concepts for all of your stories?” It’s not easy to articulate how the seed of an idea grows into a fully fledged story, so Jon and I thought we’d show you in this epi...

Don't you love it when a book nails the ending?  Do you want to write stories that leave your readers with goosebumps as they finish the final line? Justin and Jon discuss their best practices when crafting endings to their stories.

Justin and Jon explain their approach to writing an interesting setting to a story. Learn how to paint a clear picture for your readers, without falling into the dreaded "info dump" trap.

Justin and Jon discuss the first of 8 story elements outlined in a previous episode.  Fittingly, they begin with some tips about how to write an effective hook.

Jon shares a Christmas-themed essay he had published about a decade ago, which helped him find his writing voice.  After sharing, he and Justin discuss topics such as genre, title, voice, and development.

Before this episode, Justin and Jon each independently ranked the importance of the following 8 elements of storytelling: Characters, Ending, Hook, Humor, Plot, Setting, Theme, & Voice/Style.  In this episode, the pair of aspiring authors reveal their rankings to one another and debate/defend their reasoning.  What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you in the comments!

Justin and Jon explore what creativity is, and discuss ways in which they go about achieving it in their own writing.

Justin and Jon update you on what's been going on, what's to come, and talk about how life during covid has affected them as creatives.

In this week’s episode of Writing in Progress, Justin and Jon welcome their first guest to the podcast, Indie published author Rick Thorpe.  Discussion topics include: Rick’s writing process, how he blended poetry and photography into a novelized plot structure, the financial side of publishing a book, his experience working with an indie publisher, and what he’s learned before writing/publishing...

Justin and Jon explain what methods they use to stay consistent in their writing You can connect with Jon at Carseat Conversations on Facebook or Instagram, or on his website, jonwoolleyauthor.com To find Justin, check out J_M_Creps on instagram, or search Justin Creps on Youtube

Justin and Jon break down eight helpful tools they have used to become better writers. You can find Jon's work at "Carseat Conversations" on Facebook or Instagram, as well as on the web at jonwoolleyauthor.com You can find Justin at "J_M_Creps" on instagram, or on his youtube channel: Justin Creps

Justin and Jon discuss important lessons they've learned in their writing journey Jon Woolley can be found on instagram and facebook under "Carseat Conversations" as well as on the web at jonwoolleyauthour.com Justin Creps can be found on instagram at J_M_Creps as well as on youtube as "Justin Creps"

Two teachers begin their journey as podcasters, and explain why this new series has value for YOU! Jon Woolley can be followed through "Carseat Conversation" on Facebook or Instagram, as well as on jonwoolleyauthor.com Justin Creps can be followed through "J_M_Creps" on Instagram or "Justin Creps" on Youtube