The Victorious Writer Daily Prompt-Cast: Recent Episodes
Jason Zinzilieta
The Victorious Writer is a daily podcast dedicated to helping motivate and inspire people who want to be writers to take the first step and start writing. Each episode features a writing prompt and can also feature motivation to write, advice from the host or guests, book reviews and more.
The final day in the development of a daily writing habit. One final writing and idea assignment is presented as Jason wraps up 125 total episodes of The Victorious Writer.
Jason discusses the evolution of the idea journal during the 30 day challenge, and presents the day's writing and idea assignments.
Author J. A. Jance provides today's motivation and advice for writers, and Jason provides the day's writing and idea goals.
Jason discusses some thoughts as the 30 day challenge heads into the home stretch and also presents the daily writing and idea goals.
In the home stretch of the 30 day challenge, Jason discusses today's writing minimum milestone as well as the day's writing and goal assignments.
Jason makes his weekly book recommendation and also presents the day's writing and idea minimum goals.
A quote from Maya Angelou is the inspiration to write today, and Jason also presents the day's writing and goal minimums.
Permission is given for you to write and create today, and Jason also presents the day's writing and idea goals.
The word count goes up as Jason discusses the dangers of procrastination to a writing career.
As with the past few Wednesdays, today Jason features some answers to questions posed to Nat Russo, author of Necromancer Awakening, and also discusses the daily writing and idea goals.
Jason continues his discussion of self-publishing from yesterday, going a little deeper into the possibility of starting your own blog, along with the day's writing goals.
Besides the daily writing and idea goals, Jason also discusses various possibilities for a writer to publish in this new age of digital self-publishing.
As the 18th day of the 30 day challenge dawns, Jason reviews the book You Are A Writer by Jeff Goins, and also presents the day's writing and idea goals.
On Day 17, Jason presents an inspirational quote from author Neil Gaiman and also discusses the day's writing and idea goals.
Today's program features a discussion concerning frustration and failing to reach a daily writing goal, along with the day's writing and goal assignments.
Jason raises the word count again for the daily minimum at the halfway point of our 30 day exercise, and also suggests a few writing blogs to follow during this month and beyond.
On Day 14, Jason features an excerpt from an interview in July with writer Gretchen Schultek, author of "Elementary Education 101: What They Didn't Teach You In College" and the blog www.alwaysalesson.com.
Today, Jason discusses a few ways to jump-start your writing if you're feeling stuck and are having trouble reaching your daily writing goal.
On Day 12, the daily minimums rise again, and Jason discusses the Pomodoro Method to help in your time management as you write.
For this week's reading selection, Jason discusses Steven Pressfield's two masterpieces, Turning Pro and The War Of Art, and also presents the day's writing and idea assignments.
One-third of the way through the 30 day challenge, Jason discusses a few inspirational quotes from writers of note, and also presents the day's writing and idea assignments.
The word count minimum ticks up again, and Jason discusses the significance of today's word count.
Today, Jason discusses the upcoming annual National Novel Writing Month challenge, which takes place every November, and also gives out today's writing and idea assignments.
Day 7 of the 30 day habit challenge finds a new assignment of writing and idea generation, as well as advice from author Andy Weir (The Martian).
Today, Jason discusses the minimum word and idea assignments, and also talks about the value of writing prompts when you are having problems getting started writing.
Jason discusses the day's assignment and also talks about why the daily minimum word count is so low - at least at first.
Today, Jason presents the first book recommendation, a book all writers should read: On Writing by Stephen King. Jason also discusses today's writing assignment to help develop the daily writing habit.
The minimum word count increases today, and Jason also presents an inspirational quote from Suze Orman to help motivate everyone working to develop their daily writing habit.
It's Day 2 of the 30-day Daily Writing Habit development program, and Jason gives the day's writing assignment as well as beginning another habit - the daily formation of ideas.
The first day of Jason's 30 day program to help listeners develop a daily writing habit. Jason gives the word count assingment, and also has a few other requirements for listeners to follow for the first day.
In honor of the theatrical release of "The Martian" on Friday starring Matt Damon, Jason airs a repeat of his conversation from July with author Andy Weir, who details the journey of his bestselling book and his advice to writers.
Beginning October 1 and for the entire month of October, Jason will be producing an episode every day dedicated to helping people develop a daily writing habit. Today, Jason discusses the idea and asks people to join him beginning Thursday, October 1st.
Today's interview features Nat Russo, author of "Necromancer Awakening", who discusses his inspiration to write his first novel, his writing routine and experiences in self-publishing on Amazon. Jason also makes an announcement concerning the show in October.
Bestselling author J. A. Jance is Jason's guest today, discussing her latest book, "Dance Of The Bones" along with aspects of her life, her writing, and the impact she has made after publishing more than 50 novels in her career.
Jason is going to end the daily show, but don't worry - his interview with J. A. Jance is still coming up on Thursday! Thanks for tuning in every day for the past few months. Keep up the writing, and keep checking back for more!
Today's quote comes from author Dorothy Parker. Jason also presents the Top 3 Sunday writing prompt to help get you started.
Jason presents a quote from author Beatrix Potter and presents the writing prompt of the day to get the weekend started.
Jason shares five writing - and life - tips on this 14th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, and also provides the writing prompt of the day.
Steve Scott is an author of many books published on Kindle and various other platforms for the past few years, writing about business and forming habits, and talked with Jason about his books, how he writes so many so quickly and also the future of self-publishing online. Jason also presents the writing prompt of the day following the interview.
Jason discusses "The Compound Effect", a book by Darren Hardy, and the effect it's had on his writing, as well as the writing prompt of the day.
Today we feature a small part of a recent interview between Jason and New York Times bestselling author J. A. Jance (the full interview is scheduled to air on September 17th) on the day of her latest book release, Dance Of The Bones. Jason also presents the writing prompt of the week.
Jason discusses writing being a labor of love on Labor Day, and also presents the writing prompt of the day.
Jason discusses one of Theodore Roosevelt's most famous passages from a speech of the former president's, and also presents the writing prompt of the day.
Jason discusses a quote from Anton Chekhov, and also presents the writing prompt of the day.
For today's Friday Five list, Jason presents five actions you can take to un-stick yourself from writer's block, and also presents the writing prompt of the day (which is also one of the five actions, amazingly enough).
Today, Jason revisits his interview with Andy Weir, author of "The Martian", and has Andy discuss his three points of advice to new authors. Jason also presents the writing prompt of the day.
Jason discusses the difference between "content" and creative writing, and presents the writing prompt of the day.
Jason discusses the beginning of a new month and the opportunities it presents, along with the writing prompt of the day.
Jason discusses massive imperfect action on the last day of August, and also presents the writing prompt of the day.
Jason discusses a quote from John Steinbeck (and the blog of author James Altucher) concerning ideas, and also presents the writing prompt of the day.
A quote from Jack London today discussing inspiration and writing, as well as the writing prompt of the day.
Today, Jason reveals five of his favorite inspirational podcasts, including Entrepreneur On Fire, The James Altucher Show and Ask Altucher, The Portfolio Life with Jeff Goins, The Unsettle Podcast with Sarah Peterson and The Tim Ferriss Show. Jason also reveals the writing prompt of the day.
Jason discusses problems and a few solutions with disruptions of routines, and also presents the writing prompt of the day.
Jason discusses a piece of email sent in to the show (Thanks to John from Iowa!) and how the listener describes his inspiration to write. Jason also presents the writing prompt of the day.
Today, Jason discusses how to start developing a habit of carrying and using a notebook to help capture thoughts, ideas and inspiration for your writing. Jason also presents a warm writing prompt to start your creative day.
Jason discusses the daily practice of finding and developing your ideas and inspiration for your writing or creative endeavours, and also presents the writing prompt of the day.
Our inspiration as writers and creatives comes from the straightforward advice of Western author Louis L'Amour, along with the writing prompt of the day.
Today's inspirational quote comes from Sylvia Plath, while Jason presents the writing prompt of the day to help get your writing going.
In today's edition of The Friday Five list, Jason discusses other options besides simply concentrating on writing "the great American novel", and also presents the writing prompt of the day.
Questions are answered and advice for writers of all genres offered by Jason's guest, Kate Erickson from EOFire.com, the home of the Entrepreneur On Fire podcast. Jason also presents the writing prompt of the day following the Q&A session.
On the show today, Jason discusses some of the positive aspects of writing, including several "firsts" - first time to finish a rough draft, first time your name is in print, etc. To possibly help you get there, Jason also presents the writing prompt of the day.
Today, Jason deals with a few of the typical frustrations faced by writers and other creatives, and also discusses the writing prompt of the day.
Jason discusses Henry David Thoreau's quote about leading a life of quiet desperation, and provides support with the writing prompt of the day.
Today, Jason discusses answering listener questions on Sundays, and is requesting question material. Send any questions to: jason@thevictoriouswriter.com. Jason also presents the writing prompt of the day.
Today, Jason discusses an inspiring quote from one of America's great classic authors, and also presents the writing prompt of the day.
Today, Jason discusses five authors who made a profound impact at various points in his life - Jean F. Merrill, Laura Ingalls Wilder, Thomas Merton, Mo Willems and James Altucher. Jason also presents the writing prompt of the day.
Jason discusses how you should be having fun when you're writing, and also helps with your fun by providing the writing prompt of the day.
So what inspires you to create, to write or create a work of art? Jason asks the question and also asks for your answer, along with presenting the writing prompt of the day. Send your answer to Jason's question at: jason@thevictoriouswriter.com.
Today, Jason discusses trying out various writing methods to see what fits with your writing style, and also presents the writing prompt of the day.
As we continue to think about and take Massive Imperfect Action, Jason discusses the last part of Robert Frost's poem, "The Road Not Taken" and how it applies to our lives as writers. Jason also presents the writing prompt of the day.
Samuel Clemens (Mark Twain) provides today's inspirational quote, and Jason provides the writing prompt of the day.
Today, Jason discusses some of the worst - and most-used - excuses to not be a writer. Also, he presents the writing prompt of the day to help overcome one of those excuses.
Jason interviews Sarah Daniels, professional narrative designer, creative director and creator of Ophelia's Change Of Heart. To see and read about Ophelia, check out Sarah's blog at www.soyoused.com. Jason also presents the writing prompt of the day following the interview.
Jason talks about the writing process as a long, sustained effort rather than a series of short bursts of activity, and also presents the writing prompt of the day.
Continuing the theme of Massive Imperfect Action August, Jason discusses having a few goals to help you get started writing this month, then helps you jump-start your writing for the day with the daily prompt.
For the 50th episode of The Victorious Writer, Jason reviews three things he's learned since starting the podcast in June, and also presents the day's writing prompt.
Today, Jason features an inspirational quote from author Ray Bradbury as the Massive Imperfect Action Month Challenge begins. Jason also features the writing prompt of the day.
On today's Friday Five list, Jason discusses the five writing tools he uses every day, from word processors to pencil and paper. Also, to get your writing going today, Jason features the writing prompt of the day.
What can you do to get started writing? Sometimes it's as simple as just starting - taking, as Jason describes, "massive imperfect action". Jason also presents the writing prompt of the day.
Jason discusses his own experience taking a creative writing class to help bolster his writing, and also presents the writing prompt of the day.
Jason laments the lack of teaching children cursive writing in the new curriculum in the United States, and also delivers the writing prompt of the day.
Jason interviews Gretchen Schultek, writer for the Always A Lesson educational blog as well as the book, "Elementary Education 101: What They Didn't Teach You In College".
Jason discusses a quote from Ernest Hemingway and also gives out the writing prompt of the day.
Jason presents a list of his five favorite websites which inspire his own writing career, as well as the writing prompt of the day.
Mark Gardner, author of the new novel Champion Standing, answers a few questions about his writing, and Jason also discloses the writing prompt of the day.
Jason discusses how to start a free blog to host your writing on the internet, and also gives the writing prompt of the day.
Do you want to be a professional writer? Follow the advice of Sarah Peterson from yesterday's interview, and write every day. Every day. Jason also gives the daily writing prompt to help you get started with today's writing.
Today's author interview features Sarah Peterson, founder and writer for Unsettle.org, as well as the writing prompt of the day.
Jason discusses the writing prompt of the day to help get your writing going for the weekend.
In this week's edition of the Friday Five, Jason discusses five habits most, if not every, writer should have. Also featured in today's episode is the writing prompt of the day.
Jason discusses how he came to rarely use a familiar word and a familiar phrase in his writing, and also reveals the writing prompt of the day.
Jason discusses what he took away from the Andy Weir interview over the past few days, and also gives the daily writing prompt.
Today features part two of Jason's interview with best-selling author Andy Weir discussing his latest book (and soon to be movie) The Martian. Jason also features the daily writing prompt at the end of the podcast.
Today features the first of a two-part interview with Andy Weir, best-selling author of The Martian. Part two will air Tuesday. Also, Jason features the writing prompt of the day at the end of the podcast.
Jason discusses following the rules when it comes to submitting your manuscript to contests and publishers, and also gives out the writing prompt of the day.
Jason discusses the editor in your head and the freedom to write - badly - your first draft while ignoring your inner editor. Jason also assigns the writing prompt of the day.
In today's edition of the Friday Five List, Jason reveals his five favorite books of all time (all five are novels, by the way), and also provides the writing prompt of the day.
Jason features answers to questions posed to Gretchen Schultek, author of the blog Always A Lesson (www.alwaysalesson.com) and the book "Elementary Education 101: What They Didn't Teach You In College", as well as the daily writing prompt.
Jason talks about putting his fear aside and having success as a writer, and also gives the prompt of the day.
Author Nat Russo discusses his motivation to write and his daily writing routine, and Jason also provides the daily writing prompt.
Jason discusses the fear of thinking that it's too late in a person's life to begin writing, and also provides the daily writing prompt to help all ages get started.
Jason discusses writing that inspires him, and reads one of his favorite passages, and also gives the writing prompt of the day.
Jason discusses not being able to write due to unexpected real-life distractions, the daily prompt and a special announcement for his listeners.
In his first Friday Five List, Jason talks about five of his favorite books about writing, including books by Stephen King, Jeff Goins and Steven Pressfield, and the daily writing prompt.
Today features a discussion about taking the extremely negative word 'someday' out of your vocabulary, along with the daily writing prompt.
Jason discusses the beginning of the second half of 2015, the possibilities in starting a blog, and reveals the daily writing prompt.
With apologies to James Altucher, Jason encourages writers to develop their idea muscle, and presents the writing prompt of the day.
Part two of Jason's admission of his greatest writing failure, and also encouragement to continue writing as he assigns Monday's writing prompt.
In the first of two parts, Jason discusses his greatest writing failure as a warning to future writers, and also gives the writing prompt of the day.
Do you have problems because you just don't know what to write? Jason discusses this problem/excuse and provides some help to get past this and start writing, and also presents the Writing Prompt of the Day.
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Today, we discuss one of the most popular excuses for writers to not write - the excuse of no time. Jason helps to put that excuse to rest with a few suggestions to help make time, then we present the Writing Prompt of the Day to help you get started.
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Jason takes the time today to discuss having the courage to actually sit down at the computer or before the blank page and writing down your thoughts and ideas. Also, to help you get started, we also have the Writing Prompt of the Day!
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Jason interviews writer John J. Rust, author of several books, including Sea Raptor and Arizona's All-Time Baseball Team, and also delivers the daily writing prompt at the end of the episode.
The eighth and final installment of Jason's suggestions to help jump-start your writing and get your creative efforts back on track. Also, we feature the Daily Writing Prompt.
Today features the seventh of the eight-part series on ways to get your motivation and your writing back on track, along with the Daily Writing Prompt.
We open today's edition of the Prompt-Cast with part six in our series on jump-starting your writing, along with the Daily Prompt.
Today, part five of the eight-part series discussing possible methods to jump-start your writing if you're stalled, along with the Prompt Of The Day.
Today's episode features part 4 of our series of suggestions to help get your writing back on track, along with the writing prompt of the day.
Today is part 3 of our series on helping you get your writing off the ground again when writer's block rears its ugly head. You'll also hear the Writing Prompt Of The Day.