Marisa's Wicked Word Nosh: Recent Episodes
Marisa delle Farfalle
Earlier this month, I spoke to writer Shaine Greenwood about his recently-published sci-fi anthology, The Aether, but we discussed a number of other topics, including beta readers, Patreon and self-promotion, social media, and whether writers should also be readers.
About Shaine:
Shaine Greenwood (he/him pronouns) is a Seattle-based writer who takes practice in the time-honored Pacific Northwest traditions of drinking coffee, hiking, and avoiding eye contact with strangers.
He has recently published The Aether, a collection of 11 scifi stories, on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B091G2NH3Z
Aside from the published works on Amazon, you can find Shaine's writings on his author site, youaremuted.com
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Also, I recently started a new podcast! You can catch the latest episode here: https://anchor.fm/marisa-d96/episodes/Victorian-Era-Spiritualism--Part-2-Its-Appeal--Influence-e18sp3u
I briefly discuss NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month, which begins November 1), then talk about my current work in progress. I also offer what I hope are some words of encouragement on whether or not you should stick with a piece of writing even if you don’t feel a deep connection with it.
Find out about NaNoWriMo (& sign up, if you’d like) here: https://nanowrimo.org
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Also, I recently started a new podcast! You can catch the latest episode here: https://anchor.fm/marisa-d96/episodes/Victorian-Era-Spiritualism--Part-1-The-Fox-Sisters-e187d57
Ekphrastic poetry includes vivid imagery about a work of art created by another artist. You may have read ekphrastic poems inspired by paintings or sculptures, but they can also be about music, dance, and other forms of art. I explain some reasons why ekphrastic poetry can be so appealing to readers and writers, and how these poems can get our creative juices flowing.
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Also, I recently started a new podcast! You can catch the latest episode here: https://anchor.fm/marisa-d96/episodes/Its-Just-the-Beginning-Victorian-Views-on-Death-and-Mourning-Rituals-e17hpmt
References
Craven, Jackie. “What Is Ekphrastic Poetry?” https://www.thoughtco.com/ekphrastic-poetry-definition-examples-4174699
Huff, Hannah. “Ekphrastic Poetry: When Art Kindles Literature.” https://notesofoak.com/discover-literature/ekphrastic-poetry/
Poetry Teatime. “Ekphrastic Poetry.” https://poetryteatime.com/blog/ekphrastic-poetry
Poets.org. “Notes on Ekphrastic.” https://poets.org/text/notes-ekphrasis
Power Poetry. “5 Tips for Writing Ekphrastic Poetry.” https://powerpoetry.org/actions/5-tips-writing-ekphrastic-poetry
Rau, Christina M. “Your Guide to Ekphrastic Poetry (It’s Fantastic!).” https://bookriot.com/ekphrastic-poetry/
I discuss some of the reasons why H. H. Munro (Saki) is considered by many to be a master of both satire and the short story, as well as some of the characteristics of the Edwardian Era, which Munro knew so well and incorporated into his oeuvre.
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Also, I recently started a new podcast! You can catch the latest episode here: https://anchor.fm/marisa-d96/episodes/A-Look-at-the-Victorian-Freak-Show-e16tja7
References
“Edwardian Era.” Wikipedia, September 7, 2021, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edwardian_era. Hitchens, Christopher. “Saki: Where the Wild Things Are.” Arguably. New York: Twelve, 2012. Mair, Alex. “The Dark Satire of H.H. Munro.” Thresholds, 2017, http://thresholds.chi.ac.uk/the-dark-satire-of-h-h-munro/. Mambrol, Nasrullah. “Analysis of Saki’s (H. H. Munro) Stories.” Literary Theory and Criticism, November 22, 2019, https://literariness.org/2019/11/22/analysis-of-sakis-h-h-munro-stories/. Reimann, Matt. “Hector Hugh Munro: The Strange Ideology of Saki.” Books Tell You Why, December 18, 2015, https://blog.bookstellyouwhy.com/hector-hugh-munro-the-strange-ideology-of-saki. Saki (H.H. Munro). “Reginald’s Christmas Revel.” The Complete Saki. New York: Penguin Books, 1982. Saki (H.H. Munro). “Reginald’s Peace Poem.” The Complete Saki. New York: Penguin Books, 1982. “Saki.” Wikipedia, September 8, 2021, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saki. “Saki: Scottish Writer.” Britannica, https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saki-Scottish-writer.
I recently spoke to Marijah V. about writing, music, traveling, and a number of other topics. I think writers and non-writers alike can take away a great deal from our discussion!
Marijah’s bio (from Amazon):
Marijah, author and musician, resides between San Diego, CA and Baltimore, MD. She has attained a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music Performance, a Master of Management Degree specializing in Human Resources Management, and is currently enrolled in a doctoral program in General Psychology. Marijah created a small non-profit organization, 'Mjai V.'s Worldwide Reach', to educate others about the cultural, economic, educational, and agricultural differences across the globe that impact not only outside countries, but the United States as well, in order to create innovative solutions to make a positive difference. Marijah, known primarily for her wanderlust endeavors and destination adventure sharing on social media, travels worldwide and attains her inspiration from all over the globe. She is featured at one of the biggest annual events in Maryland, the Baltimore Book Festival.
Web site: http://www.MarijahVWanderlust.com
Author Central: https://www.amazon.com/Marijah-V/e/B07MVHYHHY/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1
Instagram: http://www.Instagram.com/ZeMagicalWanderlust
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I discuss some characteristics of the jisei, aka the Japanese death poem, and some reasons this form of poetry is so deeply ingrained in Japanese culture, and provide some insight into what this type of poetry can teach us about life.
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References:
"Death poem." Wikipedia, July 13, 2021, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_poem. Fisher, Martini. "The Honorable Death: Samurai and Seppuku in Feudal Japan." Ancient Origins, July 2, 2020, https://www.ancient-origins.net/history-ancient-traditions/honorable-death-samurai-and-suicide-feudal-japan-005822. "Haiku and Tanka Poems on Deathbed." Masterpieces of Japanese Culture, https://www.masterpiece-of-japanese-culture.com/literatures-and-poems/japanese-death-poems-by-famous-people. Kincaid, Chris. "Jisei: the Japanese Death Poem." Japan Powered, December 1, 2013, https://www.japanpowered.com/japan-culture/jisei-the-japanse-death-poem. Rose, Gayle Walters. "Jisei, Japanese Death Poems." dVerse, September 24, 2015, https://dversepoets.com/2015/09/24/jisei-japanese-death-poems/. Strusiewicz, Cezary Jan. "Jisei: The Art of Japanese Death Poems." Tokyo Weekender, January 07, 2021, https://www.tokyoweekender.com/2021/01/jisei-japanese-death-poems/.
I recently had a great discussion with writer WB Welch about novellas, horror writing, poetry, and how writers can fit writing into a busy schedule and effectively use social media.
About WB Welch: While she's spent most of her professional career in marketing and customer communications, WB has had many hobbies over the years, including photography and natural skin care and holistic remedies. She studied and became certified in personal training and corrective exercise, and she’s always been an adrenaline junkie. She’s been bungee jumping, skydiving, owned a Yamaha R1 for a time (before it was so woefully stollen), and she was getting pretty decent at staying on top of a skateboard before chronic illness slowed her down a little. She’s currently working as an email developer while writing in her free time. She often focuses on the darker side of human emotions, striving to write honest fiction with texture. Publishing credits include Blood Drops, The Last Letter, and Wet Water, as well as “Baby Muncher” in the 16th edition of Thrice Fiction. She holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Southern Methodist University.
Links:
Website: https://www.wbwelch.com
Rose's Gold Pre-Order: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B097S7HMLV
Mailing list signup: http://eepurl.com/hzWcvb
Twitter: @authorwbwelch
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This episode originally aired on September 06, 2020. I think this question is on a lot of writers’ minds, and it applies to many other areas of our lives.
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Links to Stuff I Mentioned in This Episode:
#PitMad: https://pitchwars.org/pitmad/ JSTOR: https://www.jstor.org/ NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month): https://nanowrimo.org/ Here's what I used to estimate how much Stephen King has written since 1992: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_King
This week, I’m revisiting an topic that I originally discussed in my August 16, 2020 episode. Choosing a title is difficult for many of us (myself included), but there are a number of ways we can make this process easier for ourselves.********************* Email me: marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com
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Helpful links:
"Naming Your Novel: How to Choose a Fiction Title That Fits," by Jacob Mohr: https://www.tckpublishing.com/how-to-choose-a-fiction-title/ "Coming Up With the Perfect Title for Your Novel": https://nybookeditors.com/2017/02/coming-perfect-title-novel/ "How to Come Up With a Good Book Title": https://www.wikihow.com/Come-Up-with-a-Good-Book-Title "Can a Book Title be Copyrighted?" by Jean Murray: https://www.thebalancesmb.com/can-a-book-title-be-copyrighted-3974593#:~:text=Book%20Titles%20Typically%20Can't,not%20eligible%20to%20be%20copyrighted.
I originally covered impostor syndrome in my August 2, 2020, episode, but since it’s something many of us (writers & non-writers alike) deal with, I thought it would be a good one to revisit.*********Email: marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/marisadee13 Instagram: www.instagram.com/marisadf13 Buy Me a Coffee: www.buymeacoffee.com/marisadf13 I'd also really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts (or your favorite podcasting app), as it'll help a lot more people find out about this show!*****Helpful links:
"The Reality of Imposter Syndrome," by Megan Dalla-Camina: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/real-women/201809/the-reality-imposter-syndrome "How Artists Can Overcome Imposter Syndrome," by Dom Carter: https://www.creativebloq.com/features/how-artists-can-overcome-imposter-syndrome "8 Ways to Overcome Imposter Syndrome as an Artist," by Artwork Archive: https://www.artworkarchive.com/blog/8-ways-to-overcome-imposter-syndrome-as-an-artist "How to Battle Impostor Syndrome: Owning Your Writing as Art," by Marian Ryan: https://thewritelife.com/battle-impostor-syndrome/
This episode originally aired on December 15, 2019. I feel I’ve come a long way as a podcaster since then, but my attitude toward self-promotion hasn’t changed. ************* Email: marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/marisadee13 Instagram: www.instagram.com/marisadf13 Buy Me a Coffee: www.buymeacoffee.com/marisadf13 I'd also really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts (or your favorite podcasting app), as it'll help a lot more people find out about this show!
In this week's episode, I provide an edited version of a Patreon-only episode that aired several months ago, on what I think it means for writers to be "good with words." Also, I signed up for Camp NaNoWriMo, and will be focusing on that during the month of July. If you'd also like to do Camp NaNoWriMo, you can learn more about it and sign up here: https://nanowrimo.org/what-is-camp-nanowrimo.
Email: marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/marisadee13 Instagram: www.instagram.com/marisadf13 Buy Me a Coffee: www.buymeacoffee.com/marisadf13 I'd also really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts (or your favorite podcasting app), as it'll help a lot more people find out about this show!
No matter what your book is about or how well-written it is, the blurb on the front cover or product page can make or break it. I discuss why blurbs are so important for writers, and (because writing good blurbs CAN be intimidating!) provide tips on writing them.
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References
- "How to Write a Book Blurb: A Guide for Novelists." Reedsy, September 12, 2018, https://blog.reedsy.com/write-blurb-novel/.
- Kotobee. "10 Tips to Write a Book Blurb That Sells." Kotobee Blog, March 13, 2019, https://blog.kotobee.com/book-blurb/.
- Rabbit, Esther. "How To Write The Perfect Blurb (Examples, Formula, Opening Statements, etc.)." Esther Rabbit, January 14, 2019, https://estherrabbit.com/how-to-write-the-perfect-blurb/.
- Riding, James. "Summary judgement: a brief history of the book blurb." Prospect, June 15, 2021, https://www.prospectmagazine.co.uk/arts-and-books/summary-judgement-a-brief-history-of-the-book-blurb.
- "The Do’s and Don’ts of How to Write a Blurb for Your Novel." Blurb, https://www.blurb.com/blog/writing-blurbs-for-novels/.
I discuss why writers use beta readers for their works-in-progress, and describe some things writers should look out for in searching for beta readers.
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References
- Bradshaw, Claire. "Ultimate Guide: How To Work With Beta Readers." Writer's Edit, https://writersedit.com/fiction-writing/ultimate-guide-work-beta-readers/.
- Gribble, Sarah. "The Writer’s Guide to Beta Readers: What Is a Beta Reader?" The Write Practice, https://thewritepractice.com/beta-readers-definition/.
- "What are Beta Readers — and How to Find Them." Reedsy, June 25, 2019, https://blog.reedsy.com/beta-readers/.
Although they don't seem to get as much attention as novels and short stories, I believe novellas can stand on their own as great literary works. I discuss some unique characteristics of novellas and types of novellas, and explain some benefits of reading them...and crafting your own.
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Novella References
- Deverell, Eva. "How To Write A Novella." https://www.eadeverell.com/how-to-write-a-novella/.
- Jordan. "How to write a novella: 6 essential tips." NowNovel, https://www.nownovel.com/blog/how-to-write-novella-6-tips/.
- McEwan, Ian. "Some Notes on the Novella." The New Yorker, October 29, 2012, https://www.newyorker.com/books/page-turner/some-notes-on-the-novella?irclickid=Q6TzvUx4VxyLWyRwUx0Mo38cUkBwT%3A2Z3y4eS80&irgwc=1&source=affiliate_impactpmx_12f6tote_desktop_Bing%20Rebates%20by%20Microsoft&utm_source=impact-affiliate&utm_medium=2003851&utm_campaign=impact&utm_content=Logo&utm_brand=tny.
- Meer, Syed Hunbbel. "Differences Between a Short Story, Novelette, Novella, & a Novel." Owlcation, June 3, 2016, https://owlcation.com/humanities/Difference-Between-A-Short-Story-Novelette-Novella-And-A-Novel.
- "What is a Novella? Understanding the Form (with Examples)." Reedsy, April 2, 2021, https://blog.reedsy.com/what-is-a-novella/.
July's NaNoWriMo is right around the corner...and you can sign up now! You can learn more at https://nanowrimo.org/what-is-camp-nanowrimo.
Although proofreading and copy-editing are not the most glamorous aspects of writing, I believe it's crucial for writers (self-published or not) to be able to proofread and copy-edit their works. I explain why I feel this way, and provide some ways you can start to develop these skills.
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References
"Proofreading." The Writing Center: University of Wisconsin - Madison, https://writing.wisc.edu/handbook/grammarpunct/proofreading/. "Proofreading: What is it? And Can You Do it Yourself?" Reedsy, January 31, 2020, https://blog.reedsy.com/what-is-proofreading/. Calonia, Jennifer. "What Is Proofreading?" Grammarly, September 15, 2020, https://www.grammarly.com/blog/proofreading/. McCombes, Shona. "A quick guide to proofreading." Scribbr, November 27, 2020, https://www.scribbr.com/language-rules/what-is-proofreading/.
I recently spoke to Daniela Valenti about writing a series of paranormal romance novels and creating strong female protagonists, as well as doing publicity for her book, submitting to reviewers, how writers can utilize social media, and a number of other topics.
About Daniela: Daniela Valenti is a Canadian psychiatrist with a penchant for the paranormal and a fascination with human nature's dark side. Her knowledge of human behavior is translated into complex, multidimensional characters. Her narrative worlds are full of supernatural events, psychological allegories, international travel, and sexy alpha men. A graduate of McGill University, she is a book lover and chatty introvert who lives in Montreal. Links: www.sentinel10.ca the main page also has the links to Amazon, Kobo, Apple, Barnes and Noble. Instagram: instagram.com/danielavalentiauthor Goodreads: daniela valenti
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You may think of songs when you hear the word "ballad"--and you would not be incorrect--but there's more to ballads than meets the ear. I explain the ballad form, and briefly describe the ballad's history and several categories of ballads.
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References
- "Ballad." Literary Devices, https://literarydevices.net/ballad/.
- Bergman, Bennet. "Ballad." LitCharts, May 5, 2017, https://www.litcharts.com/literary-devices-and-terms/ballad.
- Betts, Jennifer. "Examples of Ballads in History: From Poetry to Songs." Your Dictionary, https://examples.yourdictionary.com/examples-of-a-ballad.html.
- Friedman, Albert B. "Ballad". Encyclopedia Britannica, December 1 2016, https://www.britannica.com/art/ballad.
- "What Are Ballad Poems?" Writeawriting, April 6, 2018, https://www.writeawriting.com/poetry/ballad-poems/#:~:text=Ballad%20poems%20are%20defined%20as%2C%20%E2%80%9CA%20simple%20narrative,romantic%20and%20sentimental%20character%2C%20composed%20in%20short%20stanzas.%E2%80%9D.
This is an edited version of an episode I originally posted on Patreon in January 2021. In it, I explain why I think periodically offering your eBook for free is a good option for writers who are enrolled in Amazon KDP (or for those who may one day publish through KDP). ************* Email: marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/marisadee13 Instagram: www.instagram.com/marisadf13 Buy Me a Coffee: www.buymeacoffee.com/marisadf13 I'd also really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts (or your favorite podcasting app), as it'll help a lot more people find out about this show!
References
"Free Book Promotions." Kindle Direct Publishing, https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/G201298240. Connolly, Brian. "The Importance of Product Reviews on Amazon: A/B Test Results Don’t Lie." JungleScout, October 7, 2020, https://www.junglescout.com/blog/importance-of-amazon-reviews/. Haines, Derek. "Making The Most From Your Free Ebooks For Kindle." Just Publishing Advice, December 27, 2020, https://justpublishingadvice.com/making-the-most-from-your-amazon-kdp-free-promotion/. Mastropierro, Carmine. "How to Promote a Kindle Book for Free [Double Your Sales]." Carmine Mastropierro, https://carminemastropierro.com/how-to-promote-a-kindle-book-for-free/. Wolman, Ricci. "How to Make your Book Free on Amazon KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing)." Written Word Media, September 7, 2020, https://www.writtenwordmedia.com/amazon-kdp-publishing-make-book-free/.
I discuss the structure of limericks, provide some examples, and explain why dismissing them as "amateurish" is a mistake.
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References
- "How to Write a Limerick." Power Poetry, https://powerpoetry.org/actions/how-write-limerick.
- "Limerick." Literary Devices, https://literarydevices.net/limerick/.
- "Limerick." Poets.org, https://poets.org/glossary/limerick.
- Luck, Katherine. "How to Write a Limerick." How to Write Like..., https://howtowritelike.com/2019/12/05/how-to-write-a-limerick/.
- Morin, David. "Physics Limericks." Harvard University Department of Physics, 2004, https://www.physics.harvard.edu/undergrad/limericks.
- Salter, Matt. "Limerick Examples: Funny Famous Poems." Your Dictionary, https://examples.yourdictionary.com/limerick-examples.html.
- Stewart, David. "The Limerick is Furtive and Mean..." Smithsonian Magazine, August 31, 2002, https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/the-limerick-is-furtive-and-mean-68444799/.
"The Lottery" is one of the best-known (and most shocking) short stories of the past century. I discuss some techniques Shirley Jackson used in crafting this groundbreakingly twisted work.
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References
- Franklin, Ruth. "The Novelist Disguised As a Housewife." The Cut, https://www.thecut.com/2016/09/shirley-jackson-rather-haunted-life-c-v-r.html.
- Jackson, Shirley. "'The Lottery' (1948)." https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=sites&srcid=bmF1LmVkdXxtcy1jcm90dHMtLWVuZ2xpc2gtOC05fGd4OjFkZTBmMzBkZDdiYTVkZg.
- "Shirley Jackson's Bio." Shirley Jackson, 2009, http://shirleyjackson.org/.
- Sustana, Catherine. "Analysis of 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson." ThoughtCo., October 31, 2019, https://www.thoughtco.com/analysis-the-lottery-by-shirley-jackson-2990472.
- Willoby, Shannon. "What Shirley Jackson’s Haunting Writing Style Can Teach Us." The Writing Cooperative, October 26, 2018, https://writingcooperative.com/leave-em-haunted-writing-tips-inspired-by-shirley-jackson-d8861a9f926f.
I explain why I'm writing the current draft of my work in progress by hand, and discuss some additional benefits of writing the "old-fashioned" way.
I have a Patreon page now! www.patreon.com/marisadf
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References
- Anderberg, Jeremy. "The Power of Writing by Hand." The Art of Manliness, April 13, 2021, https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/benefits-writing-by-hand/.
- Dee. "16 Powerful Benefits of Writing by Hand." Vanilla Papers, https://vanillapapers.net/2019/07/29/9-powerful-benefits-writing-by-hand/#:~:text=%2016%20Powerful%20Benefits%20of%20Writing%20by%20Hand,anxiety.%0AWriting%20by%20hand%20slows%20down%20your...%20More%20.
- Donovan, Bryn. "The Benefits of Writing a Novel by Hand." Bryn Donovan, https://www.bryndonovan.com/2020/09/16/the-benefits-of-writing-a-novel-by-hand/#:~:text=The%20Benefits%20of%20Writing%20a%20Novel%20By%20Hand.,have%20a%20built-in%20first%20round%20of%20editing.%20.
- Grimm, Melissa Lewis. "Handwriting Versus Typing: The Best Method for Writing." Craft Your Content, October 12, 2017,https://www.craftyourcontent.com/handwriting-typing-best-method/.
I describe vignettes and some of their main characteristics, differentiate them from flashbacks and flash fiction, and explain why I believe they are so important.
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References
- Patterson, Amanda. "What Is A Vignette & How Do I Write One?" Writers Write, September 19, 2019, https://www.writerswrite.co.za/how-to-write-a-vignette/.
- "What Is a Vignette In Literature? Defining the Literary Device, Plus 5 Tips On Writing Vignettes." MasterClass, November 8, 2020, https://www.masterclass.com/articles/what-is-a-vignette-in-literature-defining-the-literary-device-plus-5-tips-on-writing-vignettes#quiz-0.
- "How to Write a Vignette." wikiHow, December 6, 2020, https://www.wikihow.com/Write-a-Vignette.
- "Vignette (literature)." Wikipedia, February 26, 2021, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vignette_(literature).
Camp NaNoWriMo is going on right now, and there's another one coming up in July. I discuss some ways it's different from NaNoWriMo in November, and explain why you and other writers you know may benefit from it. For more information on all things NaNoWriMo-related, check out this link: https://nanowrimo.org/what-is-camp-nanowrimo
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In addition to being the title of a much-discussed movie in the mid-1990s, "pulp" fiction was a type of literature that was popular in the early 20th century. I discuss some of its unique characteristics and explain why its influence is still felt in the work of many contemporary writers.
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References
- Ashley, Mike. "Mike Ashley's 'The Golden Age of Pulp Fiction.'" The Pulp Magazines Project, May 2005, https://www.pulpmags.org/contexts/essays/golden-age-of-pulps.html.
- Flanagin, Jake. "10 Great Novels That Were Originally Published as Pulp." The Airship, http://airshipdaily.com/blog/12052013-novels-published-as-pulp.
- "Pulp Literature and Science Fiction." Syracuse University Libraries, https://library.syr.edu/scrc/collections/areas/pulp.php.
- Weird Tales, https://www.weirdtales.com/.
- "What Is Pulp Fiction." The Vintage Library, May 10, 1996, https://vintagelibrary.com/pulpfiction/introduction/What-Is-Pulp-Fiction.php.
- Worstell, Robert C. "The Lester Dent Pulp Fiction Writing Model." Living Sensical, January 16, 2018, https://livesensical.com/lester-dent-pulp-fiction-writing-model/.
I mentioned stream of consciousness in passing during last week's discussion of Modernist and Postmodernist literature. This week, I describe this technique in more detail, and explain how it can work well in both fiction and nonfiction writing.
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References
- Faulkner, William. Absalom, Absalom! New York: Vintage International, 1990. Print.
- Hill, Beth. "Inner Dialogue--Writing Character Thoughts." The Editor's Blog, March 21, 2016, https://theeditorsblog.net/2012/02/28/inner-dialogue-writing-character-thoughts/.
- Kafka, Franz, and Coleridge Cook. The Meowmorphosis. Philadelphia: Quirk Books, 2011. Print.
- Murphy, Daniel. "Literary Devices: How to Master Stream of Consciousness." Writer's Edit, https://writersedit.com/fiction-writing/literary-devices/literary-devices-stream-consciousness/#:~:text=Literary%20Devices%3A%20How%20to%20Master%20Stream%20of%20Consciousness.,the%20mode%20often%20reads%20as%20incoherent%20and%20fragmented.
- Nordquist, Richard. "Stream of Consciousness Writing." ThoughtCo., April 14, 2018, https://www.thoughtco.com/stream-of-consciousness-writing-1691994#:~:text=Updated%20April%2014%2C%202018.%20Stream%20of%20consciousness%20is,next%20seamlessly%20and%20often%20without%20conventional%20transitions%20.
- Surett, Michele. "Stream of consciousness: Spring clean your mind." Our Redonkulous Life, April 17, 2020, https://ourredonkulouslife.com/stream-of-consciousness/.
- "Writing 101: What Is Stream of Consciousness Writing? Learn About Stream of Consciousness in Literature With Examples." MasterClass, November 8, 2020, https://www.masterclass.com/articles/writing-101-what-is-stream-of-consciousness-writing-learn-about-stream-of-consciousness-in-literature-with-examples#6-examples-of-stream-of-consciousness-writing.
There's SO much that can be said about Modernist and Postmodernist Lit! I briefly attempt to describe the circumstances under which both originated, and some techniques writers who fall into these categories use.
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References
- "What is postmodernism? What are the Characteristics of Postmodern Literature?": http://www.literary-articles.com/2013/08/what-is-postmodernism-what-are.html
- "A Guide to Postmodernism in Literature," by Jose Manuel Campos: https://englishpost.org/literary-movements-post-modernism/
- "What Is Modernism?" by Brenna Dugan: https://www.utoledo.edu/library/canaday/guidepages/Modernism2.html
- "Postmodernism," by Nasrullah Mambrol: https://literariness.org/2016/03/31/postmodernism/
- "The Main Characteristics of Modernist Literature," by Josh Patrick: https://penandthepad.com/main-characteristics-modernist-literature-8451197.html
I believe a main character (aka, "MC") needs strong secondary characters to grow and remain compelling to readers. In this episode, I explain why secondary characters are so important, and describe different types of secondary characters.
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- "Secondary Characters," by Ruth Atkinson: http://ruthatkinson.com/secondary-characters/
- "Your Novel Needs Secondary Characters [the 6 Roles They Play]," by Jenn: https://www.herdedwords.com/secondary-characters/
- "Secondary vs Minor Characters (and How to Use Them)," by Kristin: https://sevendaysaweek.co/secondary-vs-minor-characters/
- "Three levels of characters: Primary, Secondary, Tertiary," by Scott Myers: https://scottdistillery.medium.com/three-levels-of-characters-primary-secondary-tertiary-379b6fa05706#:~:text=There%E2%80%99s%20a%20good%20chance%20I%20came%20up%20with,perhaps%20two%20scenes%20for%20a%20specific%2C%20limited%20purpose.
- "Your Guide to Creating Secondary Characters": https://nybookeditors.com/2016/02/your-guide-to-creating-secondary-characters/
You may have seen questions on social media asking about your main character's (aka "MC") background, favorite things, hopes and dreams, etc. I explain how much of this stuff I think you really need to know.
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Helpful Links:
- "3 Things You Need to Know Before You Start Writing," by Joe Bunting: https://thewritepractice.com/before-you-start/
- "How to Describe a Character's Looks Well," co-authored by Grant Faulkner: https://www.wikihow.com/Describe-a-Character%27s-Looks-Well#:~:text=To%20describe%20a%20character%27s%20looks%20well%2C%20start%20by,that%20you%20want%20to%20include%20in%20your%20description.
I recently spoke to Brooke Knisley about writing (and teaching writing), freelancing, and a number of other interesting topics.
About Brooke:
Brooke Knisley is a disabled writer and writing instructor whose work has appeared in Vulture, Playboy, McSweeney's, and others. She is working on a memoir about trauma and its damage.
(You can learn more--and read some of Brooke's writing--here: www.brookeknisley.com)
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I continue my examination of U.S. Copyright Law by focusing on fair use, which is described by the U.S. Copyright Office as "a legal doctrine that promotes freedom of expression by permitting the unlicensed use of copyright-protected works in certain circumstances."
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- "Copyright": https://legal-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/Copyright+law
- "More Information on Fair Use," by U.S. Copyright Office: https://www.copyright.gov/fair-use/more-info.html
- "Parody: Fair Use Or Copyright Infringement": https://corporate.findlaw.com/intellectual-property/parody-fair-use-or-copyright-infringement.html
- "What Is Fair Use?" by Rich Stim: https://fairuse.stanford.edu/overview/fair-use/what-is-fair-use
Also, I mentioned these during this episode, and you might enjoy them:
- POTUS, by David W. Jacobsen: http://davidwj.com/music.shtml
- The Meowmorphosis, by Franz Kafka and Coleridge Cook: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/209714/the-meowmorphosis-by-franz-kafka-and-coleridge-cook/
- "'Weird Al' Yankovic discography": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%22Weird_Al%22_Yankovic_discography
It is extremely important that creators of original works (including writers!) know about copyright law. In this intro to U.S. copyright law, I provide examples of what's copyrightable and what isn't, describe the exclusive rights of copyright holders, explain copyright duration and public domain, and discuss registration, deposit, and notice of copyright.
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For further reference:
"Copyright": https://legal-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/copyright "10 Copyright Laws You Have To Know": https://copyright.laws.com/copyright-law#:~:text=%2010%20Copyright%20Laws%20You%20Have%20To%20Know,usually%20impose%20a%20certain%20limitation%20in...%20More%20 "Can You Copyright a Title?" by Brian A. Klems: https://www.writersdigest.com/copyrights/can-you-copyright-a-title "Copyright Law In 2020 Explained In One Page," by Frank Moraes: https://www.whoishostingthis.com/resources/copyright-guide/ "After 95 years, writers finally get the green light to lift from ‘The Great Gatsby’," by Alan Wirzbicki: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/02/04/opinion/after-95-years-writers-finally-get-green-light-lift-great-gatsby/ Also, I am the author and only read from the copyright page, but what the heck: Grown Into It, by Marisa Delle Farfalle: https://www.amazon.com/Grown-Into-Marisa-delle-Farfalle-ebook/dp/B07XXF6ZLD
To expand upon what I discussed in last week's episode, the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution places limitations on certain types of speech. Another type of speech that is not protected is defamation--in particular (for writers, anyway), libel. I discuss the elements needed for a defamation suit, distinguish between public and private figures, and explain the "actual malice" standard for libel set forth in the landmark 1964 U.S. Supreme Court case, New York Times Co. v. Sullivan.
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- "First Amendment": https://www.law.cornell.edu/constitution/first_amendment
- NEW YORK TIMES CO. V. SULLIVAN, 376 U.S. 254 (1964): https://www.thefire.org/first-amendment-library/decision/new-york-times-co-v-sullivan/
- "What Type of Speech Is Not Protected by the First Amendment?": https://www.hg.org/legal-articles/what-type-of-speech-is-not-protected-by-the-first-amendment-34258
- "Libel vs. Slander": https://www.diffen.com/difference/Libel_vs_Slander
- "Libel vs. Slander": https://defamation.laws.com/defamation-laws/libel-vs-slander
- "Public Figures and Officials," by Gary Bugh: https://mtsu.edu/first-amendment/article/1010/public-figures-and-officials
- "Can I Be Sued For Libel If I Don’t Use the Person’s Name? Yes!" by Raees Mohamed: https://kellywarnerlaw.com/sued-for-libel-dont-use-name
- "A Quick Guide to Libel Law," by Lata Nott: https://www.freedomforuminstitute.org/first-amendment-center/primers/libellaw/
- "Here Are the Basics of Libel Laws for Journalists," by Tony Rogers: https://www.thoughtco.com/the-basics-of-libel-and-libel-law-2073724
- "New York Times Co. v. Sullivan (1964)," by Stephen Wermiel: https://mtsu.edu/first-amendment/article/186/new-york-times-co-v-sullivan
We've been hearing a lot lately about the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution...but let's face, it, the First Amendment is never not relevant, so all kinds of writers should have some understanding of what is and isn't protected under it. However, it is also frequently misunderstood, so in this episode, I provide basic information on the "freedom of speech" clause of the First Amendment in relation to several recent events.
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- "First Amendment": https://www.law.cornell.edu/constitution/first_amendment
- "Marketplace of ideas": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marketplace_of_ideas
- "Freedom of Expression," by American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU): https://www.aclu.org/other/freedom-expression
- "What Kind of Speech Isn’t Free Under the First Amendment?" by E.A. Gjelten: https://www.lawyers.com/legal-info/criminal/its-ok-to-speak-your-mind-but-dont-hurt-anyone.html
- "Does Twitter’s ban violate Trump’s free-speech rights? Likely not, but it raises questions about social media platforms, Philly experts say," by Maddie Hanna: https://www.inquirer.com/news/twitter-bans-trump-free-speech-first-amendment-20210109.html
- "John Bolton Has a Clear First Amendment Right to Publish His Book," by Ronald Krotoszynski: https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2020/06/john-bolton-first-amendment-right-to-publish-his-book.html
- "Can Twitter Legally Bar Trump? The First Amendment Says Yes," by Adam Liptak: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/01/09/us/first-amendment-free-speech.html
- "Trump ban won't solve deeper Twitter problem: Vitriol and violence that threaten democracy," by Brian L. Ott and Greg Dickinson: https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/2021/01/10/twitter-bans-donald-trump-but-still-threatens-democracy-column/6614952002/
- "Why the First Amendment can't protect Trump on Twitter or save Parler," by Marguerite Reardon: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/why-the-first-amendment-can-t-protect-trump-on-twitter-or-save-parler/ar-BB1cFgZr
I recently spoke to writer Matthew Broberg-Moffitt about a number of topics, including his current projects (several children's books and a cookbook), finding an agent, #pitmad on Twitter, and sensitivity readers.
About Matthew:
Matthew Broberg-Moffitt is a writer querying several kidlit manuscripts and a cookbook proposal, with bylines in Thinknum Media. He contracts as a sensitivity reader. He’s been a substance abuse counselor, IT consultant, computer repair tech, psychiatric tech, trained chef, and even briefly, a Buddhist monk. When not writing, he collects hobbies, the most recent being drumming and the electric bass guitar.
Another friend of the show, Tim Baughman, Jr., has a new book coming out on January 23! You can find out more about Kotov Syndrome (and where to purchase it!) here: https://thattinywebsite.com/kotov-syndrome/
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On one of the most, umm, eventful evenings in recent history, I spoke to Cassandra L. Thompson about gothic literature, founding a publishing house, and a number of other topics.
About Cassandra:
Cassandra L. Thompson has been creating stories since she got her grubby little hands around a pen. When she is not busy managing a house full of feral children (human and canine), you can find her wandering around in cemeteries, taking pictures of abandoned things, exploring lonely patches of woods, or in the library doing research on her latest obsession. But mostly she is staring off into space, imagining other worlds and things that go bump in the night.
https://www.quillandcrowpublishinghouse.com/
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I discuss Kurt Vonnegut, Jr.'s 1985 essay, "How to Write with Style."
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For further reference:
- "Kurt Vonnegut": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kurt_Vonnegut
- "The Elements of Style": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Elements_of_Style
- "Who Said Murder Your Darlings? Hint: It was not William Faulkner," by Lucy King: https://medium.com/mindset-matters/who-said-murder-your-darlings-6a769e3f205e
- "Analysis of Kurt Vonnegut’s Novels," by Nasrullah Mambrol: https://literariness.org/2018/07/03/analysis-of-kurt-vonneguts-novels/
- "Kurt Vonnegut Explains 'How to Write with Style,'" by Colin Marshall: https://www.openculture.com/2014/11/kurt-vonnegut-explains-how-to-write-with-style.html
- "How to Write with Style: Kurt Vonnegut’s 8 Keys to the Power of the Written Word," by Maria Popova: https://www.brainpickings.org/2013/01/14/how-to-write-with-style-kurt-vonnegut/
- "So goes the love-hate relationship between science fiction and Kurt Vonnegut," by Jason Sanford: https://medium.com/sci-fi-strange/so-goes-the-love-hate-relationship-between-science-fiction-and-kurt-vonnegut-471afbec7f1a
- "Kurt Vonnegut's Lessons on Writing and Life," by N.A. Turner: https://www.turnerstories.com/book-reviews/2019/5/20/kurt-vonneguts-lessons-on-writing-and-life
- "How to Write with Style," by Kurt Vonnegut, Jr.: https://cdn8.openculture.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/vonnegut-how-to-write-with-style1.jpg
I've been wanting to do an episode on fanfic since I started this podcast. My recent rediscovery of the long-gone (but not forgotten) series Carnivale made me realize I couldn't put it off any longer. However, this is just a quick look at the world of fanfic; lots more can be said, so I hope to explore this topic more in a future episode.
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- "Fan Fiction": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fan_fiction
- "How to Write the Best Fanfic or Fanfiction," by Castiel Ameile: https://hobbylark.com/writing/How-To-Write-A-Good-Fanfic
- "Fanfiction and LGBT+ Representation," by Eden: https://the-artifice.com/fanfiction-lgbt/
- "Book Post: How authors feel about fan-fiction," by goofusgallant: https://ohnotheydidnt.livejournal.com/68332629.html
- "It Used To Be Perilous To Write Fanfiction," by Gita Jackson: https://kotaku.com/it-used-to-be-perilous-to-write-fanfiction-1826083509
- "A Comprehensive Guide on How to Write the Best Fanfiction," by Sophie Matthews: https://www.women.com/sophiematthews/lists/how-to-write-fanfiction-031919
- "The Ultimate Guide to Fanfiction and Fanfiction Sites," by Joanna Smith: https://medium.com/@joannasmith008/fanfiction-428029544a12
- "FAQ: Fanfic," by Charlie Stross: http://www.antipope.org/charlie/blog-static/2010/05/faq-fanfic.html
- "Fanfiction and Copyright: Has the digital age rendered copyright laws obsolete?" by Aly Wilkins: https://medium.com/swlh/fanfiction-and-copyright-has-the-digital-age-rendered-copyright-laws-obsolete-aa8a82be6fc5#:~:text=Fanfiction%20in%20its%20current%20form%20is%20an%20infringement,is%20illegal%20under%20current%20copyright%20law%20%28McCardle%2C%202003%29.
- "Make Sure Your Fan Fiction Is Legal (Or Regret It Later), by Robert Wood: https://www.standoutbooks.com/fan-fiction-legal/
I had the chance to speak to E.V. Jacob several nights ago about writing in several different genres, writing with a partner, creating a series, and a number of other topics. A wide variety of writers would greatly benefit from what she has to say!
About E.V.: E.V. Jacob is still waiting for her superpowers to manifest, so in the meantime she drinks a lot of tea and writes a lot of words. She lives in Las Vegas, where she spends her time making velociraptor sounds and also maybe taking the occasional nap. She often writes with P.E. Crawford, the pair publishing under the name Jacob Crawford. Dark Sentinels Book I - THE SHADOWS, out now: tiny.cc/TheShadows Twitter: https://twitter.com/EveyJacob Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eveyjacob/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ravenhartpress
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Tim Baughman, Jr., returns to discuss his upcoming novel, Kotov Syndrome, his NaNoWriMo 2020 experience, what it's like to do a Twitter-based Choose-Your-Own-Adventure story, and more!
About Tim:
Tim Baughman, Jr., is an author, blogger, and freelance editor. His upcoming sci-fi novel, Kotov Syndrome, focuses on the relationship between a young woman and her android girlfriend. He is also the writer behind the blog That Tiny Website, the short story compilation An Epilogue to Innocence, and the Twitter Choose-Your-Own-Adventure story Project Tasman.
Links:
- Patreon: patreon.com/timbaughmanjr
- Blog: thattinywebsite.com
- Twitter: @thattinywebsite
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In this Season 2 premiere, I share some of what I learned from participating in NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) last month.
If you'd like to try your hand at NaNoWriMo 2021, please check out this link: https://nanowrimo.org
I have a Patreon page now! https://www.patreon.com/marisadf
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In this Season 1 finale, I provide a brief overview of horror fiction. I discuss the three main types of horror (according to Stephen King), and provide tips for would-be horror writers to keep in mind.
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Helpful links:
- "10 Tips for Writing Horror from the Masters of the Genre," by Charlotte Ahlin: https://www.bustle.com/p/10-chilling-writing-tips-from-horror-authors-2363863#:~:text=%2010%20Tips%20For%20Writing%20Horror%20From%20The,tell%20you%20that%20horror%2C%20like%20all...%20More%20
- "How to Write a Horror Story: 6 Terrific Tips," by Jordan: https://www.nownovel.com/blog/how-to-write-horror-story-tips/
- "The Horror Genre: On Writing Horror and Avoiding Clichés," by Cris Freese: https://www.writersdigest.com/there-are-no-rules/the-horror-genre-on-writing-horror-and-avoiding-cliches
- "25 Things You Should Know About Writing Horror," by Chuck Wendig: http://terribleminds.com/ramble/2011/10/11/25-things-you-should-know-about-writing-horror/
And, because it's interesting...
- "The History and Psychology of Clowns Being Scary," by Linda Rodriguez McRobbie: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/the-history-and-psychology-of-clowns-being-scary-20394516/
I had a great interview via Zoom with Jon Aaron Sandler several nights ago...enjoy!!!!!
About Jon:
Jon Aaron Sandler is a writer and performer based out of Toronto. You can find all his work at jonaaronsandler.com.
Twitter and Instagram: @jonaaronsandler
Patron site: buymeacoffee.com/jonaaronsandler
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Death is a part of life, and obituary-writing is a type of writing. I discuss why obituaries are so important and provide some helpful tips on writing them.
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Helpful links:
- "Obituary": https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/obituary
- "I Used to Write Obituaries. Here's What I Learned," by Catherine Garcia: https://www.theweek.com/articles/697124/used-write-obituaries-heres-what-learned
- "How to Write a Memorable Obituary," by Louise Kramer: https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2020/how-to-write-an-obituary.html
- "Obituary Writing Pitfalls": https://www.obituaryguide.com/pitfalls.php
- "How to Write the Perfect Obituary, According to Professional Writers," by Nicole Spector: https://www.nbcnews.com/better/lifestyle/how-write-perfect-obituary-according-professional-writers-ncna1055996
- "Guide to Obituary Etiquette: Rules for Order for Predeceased Family & More," by Sam Tetrault: https://www.joincake.com/blog/obituary-etiquette-predeceased/
- "Dearly Beloved, We Are Gathered Here Today … To Write Our Obituaries," by Rob Walker: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2020/feb/15/dearly-beloved-we-are-gathered-here-today-to-write-our-own-obituaries
A short one, inspired by the events of the past few days.
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In this MILESTONE 50th episode (woo-hoo!), I discuss the differences between film critiques and film reviews, and explain why writing about film in general (no matter which approach you prefer) can help you improve your writing skills.
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- "Difference Between Critique and Review": https://www.differencebetween.com/difference-between-critique-and-vs-review/
- "The Art of Film Criticism," by Natasha Alvar: https://culturedvultures.com/the-art-of-film-criticism/
- "Never the Twain Shall Meet," by David Bordwell: https://www.filmcomment.com/article/never-the-twain-shall-meet/
- "The Importance of Film Criticism," by Nathan Rohe: https://www.theodysseyonline.com/the-importance-of-film-criticism
- "Why Don't Critics Like the Same Films as the Rest of Us?" by Dave Roos: https://entertainment.howstuffworks.com/critics-dont-like-same-films-us.htm
The world suffered a tremendous loss with the passing of legendary U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg this past Friday evening. To honor this extraordinary woman, I read excerpts from her powerful dissent in Shelby County v. Holder (2013).
Links:
- "'Outrageous' or Overdue?: Court Strikes Down Part of Historic Voting Rights Law," by Bill Mears and Greg Botelho: https://www.cnn.com/2013/06/25/politics/scotus-voting-rights/index.html
- SHELBY COUNTY v. HOLDER, 679 F. 3d 848, reversed: https://www.law.cornell.edu/supremecourt/text/12-96
- "Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s Top Opinions and Dissents," by Richard Wolf: https://www.heraldnews.com/news/20200919/justice-ruth-bader-ginsburgs-top-opinions-and-dissents
I recently spoke to New Hampshire-based writer Andy Mascola about novel writing, fitting a writing routine into a busy schedule, music reviews, and more. I think you will find a lot of what he had to say interesting and helpful!
About Andy:
Andy Mascola is the author of the novels Kissing Oblivion, Animal Control, Paper Bag Revolver, and Who's Afraid of the Virgin Wolves? among others. Andy’s newest book is titled Where Are You Now, Randy Dow? and it is currently available for purchase in both paperback and ebook editions worldwide via Amazon. Andy is also a Senior Writer for the music blog Surviving the Golden Age and the host of the PEOPLE ARE THE ENEMY podcast.
https://about.me/andymascola
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I discuss the role both quantity and quality play in our approach to writing, and (hopefully) offer some new perspective for writers facing this age-old question.
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Links to Stuff I Mentioned in This Episode:
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PitMad: https://pitchwars.org/pitmad/
- JSTOR: https://www.jstor.org/
- NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month): https://nanowrimo.org/
- Here's what I used to estimate how much Stephen King has written since 1992: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_King
Memoirs are more than just first-hand accounts of the writers' lives, and involve more than stringing together a series of random happenings. In addition to describing some common features of memoirs, I explore the benefits this type of writing has for writer and reader alike.
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- "Characteristics of a Memoir," by Melissa G. Wilson: https://networlding.com/characteristics-of-a-memoir/
- "How to Write a Memoir: 7 Creative Ways to Tell a Powerful Story," by Brooke Warner: https://thewritelife.com/how-to-write-a-memoir/#:~:text=How%20to%20write%20a%20memoir.%201%201.%20Narrow,to%20bring%20your%20story%20to%20life.%20More%20items
- "How to Write Your Memoir: A 5-Step Guide," by Jerry Jenkins: https://jerryjenkins.com/how-to-write-a-memoir/#:~:text=How%20to%20Write%20a%20Memoir%20.%201%20Step,Anecdotes.%203%20Step%203.%20Outline%20Your%20Book.%20
- "How to Write a Memoir: The Complete Guide to Getting Started," by Bella Rose Pope: https://self-publishingschool.com/how-to-write-a-memoir/#:~:text=Here%20are%20the%20steps%20for%20how%20to%20write,Write%20a%20memoir%20you%20want%20to%20read.%20
- "A Million Little Pieces": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Million_Little_Pieces
Many of us are going to be hearing more political speeches than usual these next few months. Although we will very likely disagree on the content of many of those speeches, if we focus on the craft of political speechwriting itself, we might be surprised to find that many political speeches have more things in common than we may previously have thought.
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- "The Political Speechwriter's Life," by Robert Lehrman: https://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/11/03/the-political-speechwriters-life/
- "What It's Really Like to Be a Political Speechwriter," by Emma Roller and National Journal: https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2015/07/what-its-really-like-to-be-a-political-speechwriter/455706/
- "Five Myths about Political Speechwriting," by Jeff Shesol: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/five-myths-about-political-speechwriting/2016/07/22/a23ee460-4f70-11e6-aa14-e0c1087f7583_story.html
- "Speechwriter, Repent," by David Murray: https://prorhetoric.com/speechwriter-repent/
We don't have to like it, but we need to accept the reality that the titles we choose for our books matter. While it's not easy for many authors to come up with the "right" title, there's a lot of advice out there that can help make the process of naming your next masterwork less painful...and even fun!
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- "Naming Your Novel: How to Choose a Fiction Title That Fits," by Jacob Mohr: https://www.tckpublishing.com/how-to-choose-a-fiction-title/
- "Coming Up With the Perfect Title for Your Novel": https://nybookeditors.com/2017/02/coming-perfect-title-novel/
- "How to Come Up With a Good Book Title": https://www.wikihow.com/Come-Up-with-a-Good-Book-Title
- "Can a Book Title be Copyrighted?" by Jean Murray: https://www.thebalancesmb.com/can-a-book-title-be-copyrighted-3974593#:~:text=Book%20Titles%20Typically%20Can't,not%20eligible%20to%20be%20copyrighted.
If you're serious about becoming a writer, you're going to need to face criticism...a LOT of it. Some of it will help you grow as a writer, and some of it will hurt, but I provide a number of tips to help you deal with it and continue to pursue your dreams.
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- "6 Top Tips For Dealing With Criticism Of Your Writing," by Claire Bradshaw: https://writersedit.com/fiction-writing/6-top-tips-for-dealing-with-criticism-of-your-writing/#:~:text=Read%20on%20%E2%80%93%20we%27ve%20got%20six%20essential%20tips,done%2C%20but%20try%20not%20to%20take%20critiques%20personally.
- "How to Handle Criticism of Your Writing," by Daphne Gray-Grant: https://www.publicationcoach.com/how-to-handle-criticism-of-your-writing/
"Impostor Syndrome" happens to a wide variety of people, both within and outside of the creative community. I discuss my own struggles with it, and recommend ways of coping with it.
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"The Reality of Imposter Syndrome," by Megan Dalla-Camina: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/real-women/201809/the-reality-imposter-syndrome "How Artists Can Overcome Imposter Syndrome," by Dom Carter: https://www.creativebloq.com/features/how-artists-can-overcome-imposter-syndrome "8 Ways to Overcome Imposter Syndrome as an Artist," by Artwork Archive: https://www.artworkarchive.com/blog/8-ways-to-overcome-imposter-syndrome-as-an-artist "How to Battle Impostor Syndrome: Owning Your Writing as Art," by Marian Ryan: https://thewritelife.com/battle-impostor-syndrome/
In this week's episode, I speak to Sean McAllister (a talented writer, podcast guest, and good friend!) about legal writing, and about persuasive writing in general.
Sean's bio:
Sean McAllister was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, and attended law school at LSU, where he met some amazing, life-long friends. Sean began his career as a personal injury and civil rights lawyer, representing police brutality and sexual harassment victims around the Lafayette area for years. He moved back to New Orleans in 2018 to be closer to his family, and now works as an insurance defense and divorce lawyer for the Loeb Law Firm in Mandeville, Louisiana
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I attempt to describe historical fiction (as well as "alternate history" and "historical fantasy"), explain why we need it, and provide some tips for those who might be interested in trying their hands at writing in this genre.
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Helpful links:
- "Historical Fiction": https://www.goodreads.com/genres/historical-fiction
- "Historical Fiction": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Historical_fiction
- "11/22/63 (Novel)": https://11-22-63.fandom.com/wiki/11/22/63_(Novel)
- "How 'Watchmen' Pulled Off the 1921 Tulsa Massacre," by Jason Hellerman: https://nofilmschool.com/watchmen-tulsa-massacre-making-of#:~:text=How%20%27Watchmen%27%20Pulled%20Off%20the%201921%20Tulsa%20Massacre,about%20in%20history%20classes%20--%20if%20at%20all.
- "How to Write Historical Fiction," co-authored by Stephanie Wong Ken, MFA: https://www.wikihow.com/Write-Historical-Fiction
- "Can Romanticized Historical Fiction Distort Our Perspective?": https://pursuethinking.com/can-romanticized-historical-fiction-distort-our-perspective/
I recently spoke to Seattle-based actor and playwright Carolynne Wilcox via Skype. She had a lot of intriguing and helpful things to say about playwriting...and writing in general. Enjoy!
Carolynne's bio:
Carolynne Wilcox is a playwright, actor and graphic designer who calls Seattle, WA home. Her plays have been produced both in Seattle and nationally, in Alaska, Chicago, Baltimore and Orlando, to name a few. As the daughter of a diplomat having grown up internationally as well as in the US, she’s been a serious writer since the godawful fantasy novels she used to write at the tender age of 12, and besides those, has written numerous poems, essays, in addition to corporate content and blog work. After a lifetime as an actor, she finally dared write her first play in 2003, and it remains her constant, most fascinating genre. More info and work samples can be found at www.carolynnewilcox.com.
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Does "escapist" art and literature have a place during times as turbulent as these? I attempt to answer this question by considering what "escapist" literature encompasses and whether any form of literature can truly be considered "escapist." I also explore some of the benefits this type of literature may offer.
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Helpful links:
- "What is Escapist Literature," by Hasa: https://pediaa.com/what-is-escapist-literature/
- "A Brief History of the Romance Novel," by Amanda Pagan: https://www.nypl.org/blog/2019/02/15/brief-history-romance-novel-recommendations
- "Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books with a Powerful Message of Social Justice," by Joel Cunningham: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/blog/sci-fi-fantasy/20-sci-fi-fantasy-books-message-social-justice/
- "14 Sci-Fi Books about Climate Change's Worst Case Scenarios," by Andrew Liptak: https://www.theverge.com/2017/4/22/15386776/earth-day-best-sci-fi-books-bacigalupi-atwood-ballard
- "Science Fiction": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Science_fiction
- "Jews in Comic Books: How American Jews Created the Comic Book Industry," by Arie Kaplan: https://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/jews-in-comic-books/
- "Stan Lee Used His Platform to Call Out Racism in the 1960s — and He Never Stopped," by Bethonie Butler: https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/2018/11/12/stan-lee-used-his-platform-call-out-racism-s-he-never-stopped/
I describe characteristics of flash fiction, explore its long and varied background, and provide tips for writers looking to try their hand at writing flash fiction.
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- "Flash Fiction": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flash_fiction
- "What is Flash Fiction?": https://blog.reedsy.com/what-is-flash-fiction/
- "Stories in Your Pocket: How to Write Flash Fiction," by David Gaffney: https://www.theguardian.com/books/2012/may/14/how-to-write-flash-fiction
- "Expert Tips for Writing the Best Flash Fiction," by Jack Smith: https://www.writermag.com/improve-your-writing/fiction/best-flash-fiction/
- "Everything You Need To Know About Flash Fiction," by Joanna Smith: https://medium.com/@joannasmith008/everything-you-need-to-know-about-flash-fiction-29e2513b4f4a
- "The Ultimate Guide To Flash Fiction (And How To Write Your Own)," by Flavia Young: https://writersedit.com/fiction-writing/the-ultimate-guide-to-flash-fiction-and-how-to-write-your-own/
I recently had the opportunity to speak to poet Paula Hyman, who had a lot of fascinating things to say about poetry--and writing in general--and even read some of her poems! Enjoy!
Paula's bio and links:
Paula Hyman is a writer, educator, and mother who has always had a creative spirit. She has worked in a supportive services department, the Institute for Achievement and Learning, at Lynn University for 22 years. She has a B.A. in English and Writing and an M.A. in English Literature. Throughout her studies, Paula has written poetry, plays, and short stories, but it was not until the passing of her mother that she felt inspired to write and publish her poetry. In 2017, Paula published Grasping Towards my History, and in 2020, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, she published In the Middle, from Within. Both collections reveal the author's inner feelings about her family, her travels, her insecurities, and her passions.
https://www.facebook.com/paulahymanpoetry
Grasping Towards My History: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MTA6J54
In the Middle, from Within: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088SSMP1B
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I discuss the context out of which Southern Gothic literature arose, describe some of its distinguishing features, and explain why I think it is such an important genre.
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"Southern Gothic Literature," by Thomas Aervold Bjerre: https://oxfordre.com/literature/view/10.1093/acrefore/9780190201098.001.0001/acrefore-9780190201098-e-304 "What is the Southern Gothic Movement in Literature?" by Niki Foster: https://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-the-southern-gothic-movement-in-literature.htm "6 Elements of Southern Gothic," by Chella Ramanan: https://writersanontaunton.wordpress.com/2017/06/13/6-elements-of-southern-gothic/ "The Evolution Of Southern Gothic," by Jamie Kornegay: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/the-evolution-of-southern-gothic_b_6987510?guccounter=1 "Southern Gothic": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Southern_Gothic "Gothic vs. Southern Gothic," by EAKiehn: https://eakiehn.blogspot.com/2010/10/gothic-vs-southern-gothic.html "Genre: Southern Gothic": https://www.oprah.com/oprahsbookclub/southern-gothic-distinguising-features/all "African-American Writers of Gothic Literature," by Julia O'Connell: https://www.thegothiclibrary.com/african-american-writers-of-gothic-literature/
Richard Wright famously said that "All literature is protest." Although I agree with that statement for a number of reasons, I focus on several specific genres, and discuss prominent examples of protest literature from each.
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Helpful links:
- "#PitMad": https://pitchwars.org/pitmad/
- "Social Novel": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_novel
- "The Enduring Importance of Richard Wright," by Milton Moskowitz: https://www.jbhe.com/features/59_richardwright.html
- "The Philosophy of Protest: Thoreau, King, and Civil Disobedience," by Scotty Hendricks: https://bigthink.com/politics-current-affairs/philosophy-civil-disobedience?rebelltitem=1#rebelltitem1
- "Common Sense by Thomas Paine": https://www.ushistory.org/paine/commonsense/
- "Frederick Douglas – Social Reformer," by Nathaniel Jordan: https://rarega.org/2018/02/10/frederick-douglas-social-reformer/
- "West Memphis Three": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Memphis_Three
- "Poems of Protest, Resistance, and Empowerment":https://www.poetryfoundation.org/collections/101581/poems-of-protest-resistance-and-empowerment
- "African American Protest Poetry," byTrudier Harris: https://nationalhumanitiescenter.org/tserve/freedom/1917beyond/essays/aaprotestpoetry.htm
- "To Live in the Borderlands," by Gloria Anzaldua: https://powerpoetry.org/content/live-borderlands
No talking about writing this week, just my thoughts on the murder of George Floyd and the ensuing protests in cities across the US. #blacklivesmatter
Essay writing: You may have hated it in school. (I sometimes did.) However, a number of prominent novelists have also been prolific essayists, and some acclaimed writers are (gasp!) known primarily for their essays! I discuss some of the many benefits of essay writing, and propose that we view essay writing as a genre rather than a dreaded academic exercise.
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Helpful links:
- "40 Best Essays of All Time (With Links)," by Rafal Reyzer: https://rafalreyzer.com/40-best-essays-of-all-time/
- "How to Begin an Essay: 13 Engaging Strategies," by Richard Nordquist: https://www.thoughtco.com/how-to-begin-an-essay-1690495
- "4 Types of Essays," by Natasha Quinonez: https://blog.udemy.com/types-of-essays/
- "5 Different Types of Essays," by Rebecca Zadell: https://penandthepad.com/5-different-types-essays-4497.html
I attempt to define "philosophical literature," and explain some benefits of reading it. I also encourage writers to consider taking a more philosophical approach to their writing.
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- "Philosophical fiction": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philosophical_fiction
- "Why Everyone Should Read Philosophy: A Few Short Thoughts About Thinking," by Nathan Retherford: https://www.theodysseyonline.com/everyone-read-philosophy
- "10 Life Changing Philosophical Literature Books," by Why Read: https://whytoread.com/philosophy-books-philosophical-literature-books/
- "The Philosophical Novel," by James Ryerson: https://www.nytimes.com/2011/01/23/books/review/Ryerson-t.html
- "A Novelist’s Tips for Writing Philosophical Fiction," by Skye Cleary: https://blog.apaonline.org/2017/06/13/a-novelists-tips-for-writing-philosophical-fiction/
- "800 Free eBooks for iPad, Kindle and Other Devices": http://www.openculture.com/free_ebooks
I provide a brief history of farce in theatre (as well as some examples of farcical plays), and describe important characteristics of this art form. (And yes, it is an art form.)
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Helpful links:
- "Farce": https://literaryterms.net/farce/
- "When & How to Write a Farce": https://literaryterms.net/when-and-how-to-write-a-farce/
- "Farce," by Justin Cash: https://thedramateacher.com/farce/
- "Farce: What Is a Farce? Definition, Usage, and Literary Examples": http://www.supersummary.com/farce/
- "Comedy and Tragedy: Ancient Greek Drama, Comedy, Tragedy and Satyr Plays": https://hellenism.net/greece/ancient-greek-literature/comedy-tragedy/
- "Phlyax Play": https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phlyax_play
- "John Cleese: How to Write the Perfect Farce," by John Cleese: https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2017/feb/17/john-cleese-farce-bang-bang-fawlty-towers-rat-manuel-feydeau
- "Actors in Shakespeare's Day," by Stephanie Chidester: https://www.bard.org/study-guides/actors-in-shakespeares-day
- "Catharsis" (definition): http://www.literarydevices.com/catharsis/
There's certainly no shortage of satire-friendly material in the world. However, even though I'm a huge fan of satire, it can be hard to pull off. I describe the different forms of satire, provide tips on writing good satire, and suggest what aspiring satire writers may want to steer clear of.
Email me: marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com
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Helpful links:
- Definition of satire: https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/satire
- "How to Write a Satire": https://www.wikihow.com/Write-a-Satire
- "What Is Horatian Satire?" by Alan Rankin: https://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-horatian-satire.htm
- "What Is Juvenalian Satire?" by Todd Podzemny: https://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-juvenalian-satire.htm
- "Five Things You Should Know about Writing Satire," by Luke Edley: https://thanetwriters.com/essay/style/five-things-you-should-know-about-writing-satire/
- "An Introduction to Satire: A Modest Proposal," by Kellie McGann: https://thewritepractice.com/introduction-to-satire/
- "Tips and Tricks for Writing a Good Satirical Essay," by Amanda Smith: https://www.brighthubeducation.com/help-with-writing/71523-how-to-write-a-satirical-essay/
- "Ten Tips on How to Write Satire," by Hugh Holub: http://www.bandersnatch.com/how_to_write_satire.htm
- "Difference Between Satire and Comedy," by Hasa: https://pediaa.com/difference-between-satire-and-comedy/
- "Satire Is Often Nasty, Harmful, and Grotesquely Abusive," by John Allemang: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/satire-is-often-nasty-harmful-and-grotesquely-abusive/article22389814/
Just for fun:
- Molly Shannon: https://www.nbc.com/saturday-night-live/video/jeannie-darcy/n12144
- Cheri Oteri: https://www.nbc.com/saturday-night-live/video/nadeen-at-wilsons/3505921
I recently spoke via Skype to a longtime friend, Mike Santasiero. Although we started by discussing technical writing, Mike provided insight into a wide variety of topics (including publishing and working with offshore writers and teams), and helpful advice for writers fresh out of school.
Mike's Bio:
Mike Santasiero (aka Dr. Bonkers) is a technical writer by day and recording engineer by night. He manages a team of 7 technical writing analysts in the US, and two teams abroad, all of whom work to help industrial companies find those who need their wares. This task is especially important in the age of COVID-19. He also runs Dr. Bonkers Soundlab, a software site that helps musicians get the sounds they hear in their heads into a recording.
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I'm a longtime fan of absurdist literature, and the COVID-19 crisis makes me think that maybe it's time this genre made a comeback. I explore the context out of which some of the great absurdist works of the early- to mid-Twentieth Century arose, and discuss prominent features of these works regarding plot, dialogue, and character.
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Helpful Links:
- "Do You Have a Purpose? The Absurd in Literature," by Joe Bunting: https://thewritepractice.com/the-absurd/
- "Absurdism--An Approach to Writing Meaningful Fiction," by Mohamed Mughal: https://ezinearticles.com/?Absurdism---An-Approach-to-Writing-Meaningful-Fiction&id=3948716
- "Writing a Novel: Absurdist Fiction as a Genre," by L.A. Quill: http://laquill.blogspot.com/2012/07/writing-novel-absurdist-fiction-as-genre.html
- "Absurdism in Post-Modern Art: Examining the Interplay between 'Waiting for Godot' and 'Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close,'" by Elizabeth L. Bolick: http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/36/absurdism-in-post-modern-art-examining-the-interplay-between-waiting-for-godot-and-extremely-loud-and-incredibly-close
- "What is absurdism in simple words? Nothing," on eNotes: https://www.enotes.com/homework-help/what-absurdism-simple-words-275728
- "Theatre of the Absurd Conventions," by Justin Cash (The Drama Teacher): https://thedramateacher.com/theatre-of-the-absurd-conventions/
- "An Essay on 'Theatre of the Absurd': What is the 'Theatre of the Absurd'?" on literary-articles.com: http://www.literary-articles.com/2013/09/an-essay-on-theatre-of-absurd-what-is_4.html
- "The meaning of life: Albert Camus on faith, suicide, and absurdity," by Scotty Hendricks: https://bigthink.com/scotty-hendricks/the-meaning-of-life-albert-camus-on-faith-suicide-and-absurdity
- "What is Theater of the Absurd?" by Jessica Ellis: https://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-theater-of-the-absurd.htm
- Goodreads List of Absurdist Fiction: https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/24776.Absurdist_Fiction
- "World War II Casualties": https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_War_II_casualties
This one is for anyone who might have been wondering how much they should be writing while they're quarantining.
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The recent, drastic changes in our lives have led me to consider the future of print newspapers and magazines, many of which were endangered for years before any of us first heard the phrase "COVID-19." I talk about the special place print newspapers have held in my heart throughout my life, and explain why printed media are still relevant and why I hope they will survive after the current crisis ends.
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Support your local newspapers and favorite magazines...and PLEASE, stay safe!
Journaling can have immense physical, mental, and emotional benefits for writers and non-writers alike. We all need some of that right now, so I hope this episode can inspire some of you to include journaling in your regular routines.
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I recently spent some time talking to singer/songwriter--and longtime friend--David W. Jacobsen. David talked a little about his writing and composing processes, as well as current and past projects, and ways that songwriting is similar to and different from other types of writing.
David's bio: http://davidwj.com/bio.shtml
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I had a great conversation via Skype recently about poetry and journaling with Solomon Whalen, author of The Journal of a Night Owl. I think you'll enjoy what Solomon had to say, no matter what type(s) of writing you do!
Solomon's Bio
Solomon Whalen is a poet, avid journaler, and author. A life-long writer, Solomon has recently begun bringing his writing to the public. Inspired by wonder, reflection, the human experience, and the awe inspiring nature of the Pacific Northwest, Solomon’s work spans a wide array of topics and subjects. His poetry and journal entries can be found in his online journal at uponnight.com. As well, Solomon has recently released his first self-published book, “The Journal of a Night Owl”, available on Amazon. Solomon lives and writes from his home in the state of Oregon, U.S.A, with his feline writing companion, Auggie.
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I had a great conversation a few nights ago about writing kids' books (and a number of other writing-related topics) with Matt Shore, author of Travis and the Labyrinth. Enjoy!
Matt's author bio:https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/author/ref=dbs_P_W_auth?_encoding=UTF8&author=Matt%20Shore&searchAlias=digital-text&asin=B083HYFDR6
You can get Travis and the Labyrinth here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B082S85L52/ref=tmm_kin_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=&sr=#about_kindle_edition_secondary_view_div_1582672060247
Matt's author page (at Hard Drive): https://thehardtimes.net/author/matt-shore/
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A few nights ago, I discussed a number of topics (including writing a book of short stories, NaNoWriMo, publishing, and setting up a Patreon account) with Tim Baughman, Jr., author of An Epilogue to Innocence. I feel a lot of you will benefit from what Tim had to say, and hope you will enjoy this interview!
Tim's bio:
Tim Baughman, Jr., is an author, blogger, and freelance editor. His debut book of short stories, An Epilogue to Innocence, was released in 2016. He is the writer behind the blog That Tiny Website, which is a mix of short fiction, video game theorycrafting, and occasional humor posts. He is also the author of the Twitter-based choose your own adventure story, Project Tasman, which focuses on the adventures of a young woman stuck in a dystopian experiment.
Tim's Links:
- Patreon: patreon.com/timbaughmanjr
- Blog: thattinywebsite.com
- Twitter: @thattinywebsite
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Writing-relating blogs and podcasts can not only be great promotional vehicles for writers...they can also be a great deal of fun to create and maintain. I describe some of the benefits--as well as potential challenges--of creating a blog or podcast, and also provide some tips for getting started.
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Helpful resources
- "What is a Blog? – The Definition of Blog, Blogging, and Blogger," by Anya Skrba: https://firstsiteguide.com/what-is-blog/
- "Do Authors Really Need To Blog?" by Steven Spatz: https://writingcooperative.com/do-authors-really-need-to-blog-94e78a8f7cde
- "Should Writers Start a Blog? (Is It Helpful or Will It Explode Your Hair?)" by C. G Drews: https://paperfury.com/should-writers-start-blog/
- "What Should Authors Blog About?" by Jane Friedman: https://www.janefriedman.com/authors-blog/
- "How to Start a Blog: A Simple, Step-by-Step Guide for Writers," by Susan Shain: https://thewritelife.com/how-to-start-a-blog/
- "Five Reasons You Should Start a Podcast as an Author," by Stephen Campbell: http://theauthorbiz.com/five-reasons-you-should-start-a-podcast-as-an-author/
- "Why Every Author Should Have a Podcast," by CJ McDaniel: https://www.adazing.com/every-author-podcast/
- "Why You Shouldn’t Start a Podcast or YouTube Channel (Seriously)," by Jon Morrow: https://smartblogger.com/start-a-podcast/
My recent reading of Caitlin Doughty's Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs? inspired me to do the episode on writing in the second-person perspective that I suggested I might do several weeks back. It's a great format for non-fiction, advertising, speeches, etc. But does it have a place in fiction? If so, what might some of the challenges be?
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Helpful resources:
- "What Is Second Person Point of View in Writing? How to Write in Second Person Narrative Voice With Examples," by MasterClass: https://www.masterclass.com/articles/what-is-second-person-point-of-view-in-writing-how-to-writer-in-second-person-narrative-voice-with-examples
- "How to Write a Second Person Story," by Emmanuel Nataf: https://electricliterature.com/how-to-write-a-second-person-story/
- "What Is Second-Person Point of View in Fiction?" by Ginny Wiehardt: https://www.thebalancecareers.com/the-second-person-point-of-view-in-fiction-writing-1277131
- "Second Person Point of View: A Writer's Guide," by ReedsyBlog: https://blog.reedsy.com/guide/point-of-view/second-person-pov/
- "The Advantages and Disadvantages of Second-Person Perspective," by Seb Reilly: https://thanetwriters.com/essay/voice/The-Advantages-and-Disadvantages-of-Second-Person-Perspective/
- Goodreads page for Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs?: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43785830-will-my-cat-eat-my-eyeballs-big-questions-from-tiny-mortals-about-death
Are you a fan of dialects and accents? I explain how they can help to enrich many types of written works, but also describe some potential pitfalls that I believe writers should consider before attempting to use them.
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Some helpful resources:
- "How to Write Accents and Dialects: 6 Tips": https://www.nownovel.com/blog/how-to-write-accents-dialects/
- "Writing Dialogue in Accents and Dialect," by Kate Evans: https://www.dailywritingtips.com/writing-dialogue-in-accents-and-dialect/
- "Most Common Writing Mistakes: The Do's and Don'ts of Dialect," by K.M. Weiland: https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/most-common-mistakes-dos-and-donts-of/
- Irvine Welsh's Goodreads page: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5687.Irvine_Welsh
I believe writer's block is something most writers have experienced and/or will deal with at some point. It's natural, so there's no need to be ashamed of it...but reframing how you see it may help you cope with it!
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Some resources and quotes on writer's block:
- "10 Tips for Overcoming Writer's Block," by Ginny Wiehardt: https://www.thebalancecareers.com/top-tips-for-overcoming-writer-s-block-1277776
- "Give Yourself Permission to Write Garbage!" by Rosanna C. Rogacion: https://writingonthepagesoflife.com/2013/06/28/give-yourself-permission-to-write-garbage/
- http://www.authorspublish.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Slide068.jpg
- https://blog.taaonline.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/you-cant-think-yourself-out_rogers-quote.png
- http://frompdxwithlove.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/writers-block-quote.jpg (my favorite!)
A more informal episode than my last few. I talk about how glad I am to have finished rereading The Stand before coming down with the flu, and about the play I started writing a few nights ago.
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Creating tension is one of my biggest challenges as a writer. I explore why it's so important to create tension in your writing, and suggest ways we can improve our tension-building skills. Most importantly, I introduce you all to Fern, a.k.a. My Podcasting Buddy!
Email: marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com
Twitter: @marisadee13
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Cool links to check out:
- "How to Create Tension in Writing: 8 Methods": https://www.nownovel.com/blog/how-to-create-tension-in-writing/
- "4 Ways to Create Tension in Your Story," by Bridget McNulty: https://jerryjenkins.com/story-tension/
- "7 Tension-Building Tips for Writing Action Scenes," by Joan C. Curtis: https://writeitsideways.com/7-tension-building-tips-for-writing-action-scenes/
- "Writing effective sentences: long vs. short sentences": https://writology.com/blog/writing-effective-sentences-long-vs-short-sentences.html
- "9 Ways to Write Brilliant Short Sentences," by John Matthew Fox: https://thejohnfox.com/2015/07/short-sentences/
Do you love writing dialogue, or do you find it challenging...or both? I discuss why writing dialogue is my favorite part of the writing process, and explore ways in which you can hone your listening and dialogue-writing skills.
Let me know what you think! Email me at marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com, or leave me a voice message via Anchor (under one minute, please).
Also, I'd really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate & review me on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher...it'll help more people find out about the show!
Helpful links:
- “How to Write Dialogue: 6 Tips for Writing Powerful Dialogue”: https://thinkwritten.com/writing-powerful-dialogue/
- “Writing Dialogue: 10 Rules for Sounding Like a Pro,” by Harvey Chapman: https://www.novel-writing-help.com/writing-dialogue.html
- “Top 12 Tips for Writing Dialogue,” by Ginny Wiehardt: https://www.thebalancecareers.com/top-tips-for-writing-dialogue-1277070
- “3 Writing ‘Cheats’ for Making Dialogue Work Harder & Ring True,” by Ami Hendrickson: https://museinks.blogspot.com/2012/03/3-writing-cheats-for-making-dialogue.html
- “Hills Like White Elephants,” by Ernest Hemingway: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=sites&srcid=bW9oYXdrc2Nob29scy5vcmd8aG9vZ3N0cmF0ZW58Z3g6M2I0NzYwYTA2YmVlMTUyZA
- Screenplay,by Syd Field: https://sydfield.com/products/screenplay-the-foundations-of-screenwriting/
Part 2 of my first 2-part series! I discuss some advantages and disadvantages of writing from a third-person perspective.
Here's a link to what author Juliet Marillier has said about writing from a third-person perspective: https://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/juliet_marillier_526446
Also, please find below a list of great resources on writing from a third-person perspective that I came across in researching this topic. I hope you find them helpful!
- “Some Thoughts on Third Person vs First Person Novel Narratives,” by Les Edgerton: https://lesedgertononwriting.blogspot.com/2011/04/some-thoughts-on-third-person-vs-first.html
- “Third Person Omniscient and Third Person Limited: The Essentials,” by Kristen Stieffel and Rebecca Heyman: https://blog.reedsy.com/guide/point-of-view/third-person-limited-omniscient/
- “Writing from the Third Person Perspective,” by Nicholas Klacsanzky; https://academichelp.net/blog/third-person-writing.html
- “First person vs. third person,” by Nathan Bransford: https://blog.nathanbransford.com/2011/06/first-person-vs-third-person
- “First or Third Person - What's Your Perspective?” by Mark Serrels: https://www.kotaku.com.au/2011/04/first-or-third-person-whats-your-perspective/
- “Third Person Point of View Advantages,” by Harvey Chapman: https://www.novel-writing-help.com/third-person-point-of-view.html
- “The Pros And Cons Of Writing In Third Person,” by Mia Botha: https://writerswrite.co.za/the-pros-and-cons-of-writing-in-third-person/
- “Is The Third Person Point Of View Too Impersonal?” by Bronwyn Hemus: https://www.standoutbooks.com/third-person-point-view/
- “`Third-Person’ Writing – Why It Is So Hard, Why It Is So Useful, and How to Do It Well,” by Paul Kurucz: http://www.kurucz.ca/research/thirdperson.php
- “How to Write in Third Person,” by Kristie Sweet: https://penandthepad.com/write-third-person-2154310.html
- “Writing in Third Person,” by Dawne DuCarpe: https://magoosh.com/pro-writing/writing-in-third-person/
- “Do You Head-Hop? Getting Third Person Point of View Right,” by Ali Luke: https://www.aliventures.com/head-hopping/
Part 1 of a 2-part series! I explain what I like about writing in the first person, and challenges I've encountered in doing so. I also spend some time discussing an EXCELLENT article on first person writing, from John Matthew Fox's Bookfox blog: https://thejohnfox.com/2016/06/writing-in-first-person/
Here's what author Charles Palliser said about first-person narrators: https://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/charles_palliser_621440
Losing the only copy of our work in progress--we have nightmares about it, but that can't really happen in this day & age, can it? Maybe we shouldn't be so sure. An episode of "The Leftovers" that I watched recently led me to consider how I've been backing up my works in progress--and how I can improve. Let's not be THAT writer, folks! "Be a Good File Manager to Protect Your Manuscript," by Derek Haines: https://justpublishingadvice.com/you-need-to-be-a-good-file-manager-to-secure-your-manuscript/ Email me what works for you--or horror stories about losing work in progress--at marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com. Follow me on Twitter: @marisadee13
Self-promotion is my least favorite part of the writing process, and as far as I can tell, I'm not alone. However, it's something writers need to learn how to do, and I explain why. Also, I share some tips that are helping me become more comfortable promoting my writing (and my podcast).
If you have any good self-promotion tips, email me: marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com
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In my first ever podcast interview, I talk to writer and editor Michael Scott of Pinellas Writers. We discuss traditional v. indie publishing, working with an agent, and becoming a better writer. Enjoy!
Michael's bio: https://pinellaswriters.org/michael-scott/
Resources recommended by Michael: Canva: https://www.canva.com/
Photopea (FREE PhotoShop clone, which edits PhotoShop-created documents): https://www.photopea.com/
Dreyer's English: https://www.amazon.com/Dreyers-English-Utterly-Correct-Clarity/dp/0812995708/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=77721774308291&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvqmt=e&keywords=dreyer%27s+english&qid=1575821889&sr=8-1
PINAWOR 2020 Short Story Anthology (which includes writings from Michael and myself): https://www.amazon.com/PINAWOR-Short-Anthology-Pinellas-Writers/dp/1704326591/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?keywords=pinawor%2C+2020+anthology&qid=1575821962&sr=8-1-fkmr0
Also, my most recent novel, Grown Into It (published in September 2019 as a Kindle eBook), is available in paperback now: https://www.amazon.com/Grown-Into-Marisa-delle-Farfalle-ebook/dp/B07XXF6ZLD/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=grown+into+it%2C+marisa&qid=1575822055&sr=8-1
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There are few things I love more in fiction than complex villains. Sometimes, I find them likable; other times, I love to hate them! I explain why I think a villain is often the most important character in the story, and some qualities I believe a "good" villain needs.
Do you like villains as much as I do? Tell me who your favorite literary villains are, and what qualities you think a "good" villain should have:
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Twitter: @marisadee13
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I just started rereading Stephen King's The Stand, & his Author's Note got me thinking about the role geographical locations have played in my work. I discuss whether I think one needs to have actually been to the places one writes about, and recommend resources that can help writers portray their real-life settings more accurately. I also explain where I think taking artistic license--which often includes making places up--is appropriate.
Tell me the role place plays in your work! Email me at marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com, and follow me on Twitter (@marisadee13)! Also, please rate & review me on Apple Podcasts!
Submit a request to rate & review the 2020 PINAWOR Short Story Anthology here: https://pinellaswriters.org/request-to-review-the-pinawor-2020-anthology/
Although I'm not much of a poet, haiku has always clicked with me! I explain what I find unique and refreshing about haiku, share some surprising information I recently learned about the haiku form, and explore ways in which writing haiku can benefit all writers. (I also share some of my own haiku.)
Tell me why you like haiku, share your own haiku experiences with me, and send me some of your favorite haiku examples at marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com or (on Twitter) @marisadee13. Also, please rate & review me on Apple Podcasts!
Submit a request to rate and review the 2020 PINAWOR Short Story Anthology here: http://pinellaswriters.org/request-to-review-the-pinawor-2020-anthology
Haiku resources (for today's show):
https://www.wikihow.com/Write-a-Haiku-Poem
https://www.creative-writing-now.com/how-to-write-a-haiku.html
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haiku
https://examples.yourdictionary.com/examples-of-haiku-poems.html
http://pun.me/pages/funny-haiku-poems.php
According to Ernest Hemingway, "The first draft of anything is garbage." Is it healthy for writers to adhere to this attitude in the early stages? I wasn't so sure...until I realized that I've felt fear while working on the first draft of my current project.
Let me know what you think! Please leave me a voice message at Anchor, or email me at marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com. Also, you can follow me on Twitter: @marisadee13.
Also, please let us know if you are interested in doing an honest review of the Pinawor 2020 Short Story Anthology (currently in the pre-publishing stage on Amazon)! Find out more here: http://pinellaswriters.org/request-to-review-the-pinawor-2020-anthology/
A number of writers (including Virginia Woolf, Jessamyn West, and Paulo Coelho) have famously spoken about a writer's need for solitude, and have described writing as a solitary pursuit. But how solitary does the writing life need to be? I acknowledge the importance of solitude in my life as a writer, but also discuss how belonging to a writing group has benefited me.
Let me know what you think! Please leave me a voice message at Anchor, or email me at marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com. Also, I'd really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate & review me at Apple Podcasts.
Procrastination seems to be one of those topics many writers can relate to . Do you procrastinate? If so, why? Is it always a bad thing?
I describe ways in which I procrastinate, and what I do to get myself back on track.
I'd love to find out how you deal with procrastination! Please leave me a voice message, or email me at marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com. You can also rate & review me on Apple Podcasts now.
Many writers at all levels are familiar with Mark Twain's quote, "Write what you know" (https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/55868-write-what-you-know). But what does this mean, exactly? I use examples from my own writing to demonstrate how this advice might be helpful--and how it might limit us.
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The very first episode EVER of Marisa's Wicked Word Nosh, a podcast dedicated to writing and writers! I discuss what the podcast will focus on and what I hope it will be, and invite listeners to contact me.