Your Mom Writes Books

In this last episode of season 2, Charlie and Caitlyn talk about why they think so many adult women still read YA and what kinds of stories they would like to have spotlighted more in Adult Fantasy. If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out the link in our Instagram bio @yourmomwritesbooks).

In this holiday episode, Caitlyn and Charlie discuss cheesy Christmas romances and plot one of their own. They then lost the last part of Charlie's audio and had to re-record the ending. Happy Holidays, everyone! If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out the link in our Instagram bio @yourmomwritesbooks).

Charlie and Caitlyn answer a few more questions, including how they include foreshadowing, where they get their ideas for content, and how to differentiate being inspired by something from copying it. If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out the link in our Instagram bio @yourmomwritesbooks).

Charlie and Caitlyn talk about the amazing new Netflix series Arcane: League of Legends. This episode contains full-on SPOILERS, so if you haven't watched the show, do so before listening! If you've watched the show and want to skip our not-great attempt at a recap (though there is a bit of analysis as we summarize), go to 18:20. If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, plea...

This week, due to technical difficulties and busy schedules, Caitlyn regrets to inform you that we don't have a full episode. However, she does go over a few of the tips and tricks she and Charlie talked about in the episode we tried to record, including  consistency, being brave, and character-focused writing. If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmber...

Charlie and Caitlyn talk about finding inspiration for your writing from sources outside the book world. In this episode, they talk about what book writers can learn from games and how games have inspired their projects in the past. If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out the link in our Instagram bio @yourmomwritesbooks).

In honor of those approaching the middle of NaNoWriMo, Charlie and Caitlyn discuss strategies to keep the middle of your story nice and tight!  If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out the link in our Instagram bio @yourmomwritesbooks).

In this episode, Caitlyn and Charlie read and critique two first chapters submitted by listeners! The entries are "Much Ado About Marriage" and "Sea Dragons." If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out the link in our Instagram bio @yourmomwritesbooks).

In this episode, Charlie and Caitlyn discuss the nuance in writing advice we've commonly seen declared good or bad. Including write what sells, show don't tell, how to handle revise & resubmits from agents, self publish if you can't trad publish, and write every day (among others). If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (o...

Charlie and Caitlyn talk about writing large casts of characters, including team balance, inter-character dynamics, and what an ensemble cast can bring to your story. If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out the link in our Instagram bio @yourmomwritesbooks).

In this episode, Caitlyn and Charlie talk about world building with depth and touch on how to create a world that feels lived-in. If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out the link in our Instagram bio @yourmomwritesbooks).

Charlie and Caitlyn answer more of your writing questions! If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out the link in our Instagram bio @yourmomwritesbooks).

Charlie and Caitlyn (mostly Charlie, thanks to Caitlyn's bronchitis) pick Mikki's brain again about horses and things writers should know! Topics include jumping on horses, training for combat, donkeys & mules, stables & stabling horses, horses on slopes, and a very cool book about killer horses.  If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg...

Charlie and Caitlyn discuss how to create magic systems for your fantasy world and implement them effectively in your writing, ranging from an in-depth look at the magic system in Mistborn to a Star Wars debate. If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out the link in our Instagram bio @yourmomwritesbooks).

Charlie and Caitlyn talk about side characters, what purposes they can serve within the story, and some of the best ones they've encountered. If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out the link in our Instagram bio @yourmomwritesbooks).

Charlie and Caitlyn reread their debut novels and discuss what made them cringe, what they liked, and what they've learned. If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out the link in our Instagram bio @yourmomwritesbooks).

In this episode, Charlie and Caitlyn talk about how to more effectively write emotion into your stories, as well as deal with Caitlyn's emotions over the chaos that is the drop off line on the first day of school. If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out the link in our Instagram bio @yourmomwritesbooks).

Feminism, representation, and fairy tales. If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out the link in our Instagram bio @yourmomwritesbooks).

Charlie and Caitlyn talk about how to amp up your sexual tension and better ways to write kissing scenes. If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out the link in our Instagram bio @yourmomwritesbooks).

Charlie and Caitlyn head down a rabbit hole of books they've loved and books that have shaped them. **We made a list, but it's too long for the episode description. Find it here .** If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out the link in our Instagram bio @yourmomwritesbooks).

Charlie and Caitlyn get into the nitty-gritty of actually writing a book. In addition to the classic "butt in chair, hands on keyboard," we discuss the realities of balancing writing with other things in your life, as well as concrete strategies for hitting higher word counts in less time. To skip (most of) Charlie's shouting: 4:51 To skip work/life balance and go straight to drafti...

Charlie and Caitlyn talk to teens (and anyone else who needs some encouragement). We discuss about publishing young, our own high school experiences, and remind you that not everyone's opinion should matter. If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out the link in our Instagram bio @yourmomwritesbooks).

Charlie and Caitlyn talk about character creation! We cover everything from foundation to background to quirks, all while overcoming Caitlyn's clear lack of sleep the night before recording. Links: DM Binder's Character flaws: https://www.gmbinder.com/share/-L4DhWR5zMZdK5kQpMqX If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out t...

Charlie and Caitlyn share their weaknesses, read comments on old manuscripts, and delve into why they suck at certain things. If you would like to donate to Your Mom Writes Books, please go to charlienholmberg.com/podcast (or check out the link in our Instagram bio @yourmomwritesbooks).

Charlie and Caitlyn name as many of "the rules" of writing as fast as they can and pass judgment on whether or not they're worth following. Listen and enter our second "sorry we're on vacation" giveaway until July 13, 2021! Promised link: https://www.theguardian.com/books/2010/feb/20/ten-rules-for-writing-fiction-part-one Let us know what you think by leaving a review...