Young Eager Writers Podcast: Recent Episodes
Desiree Brown & Michael Evans
Hosted by Desiree Brown and Michael Evans, the Young Eager Writers Podcast discusses useful topics, techniques, and resources for young writers. Join us every Wednesday to hear inspiring interviews featuring the fresh voices of upcoming young writers.
Our lovely YEW Podcast Video Editor, Melina Kenyon, joins Michael and Desirée for an exciting and entertaining conversation about Fanfiction!
REFERENCES
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sAT431Y-QQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WbGLXPGaZGY
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CREDITS
Hosts: Desirée Brown & Michael Evans
Video Editor: Mel Kenyon
Graphic Designer: Renata Perez
On this episode of the Young Eager Writers Podcast, Desirée and Michael read about what their zodiac signs say about them as writers.
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CREDITS
Hosts: Desirée Brown & Michael Evans
Video Editor: Mel Kenyon
Graphic Designer: Renata Perez
Copywriter: Jessica Willis
Outreach Coordinator: Hangila Ceesay
Listen as our hosts Desirée and Michael give their feedback on some different writing advice and tips!
REFERENCES
Grammarly Blog: 30 Writing Tips to Help You Get Started https://www.grammarly.com/blog/writing-tips/
MORE ABOUT YOUNG EAGER WRITERS
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FOLLOW DESIRÉE
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Website: https://www.desireebrown.com/
FOLLOW MICHAEL
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Website: https://mevansinked.com/
CREDITS
Hosts: Desirée Brown & Michael Evans
Video Editor: Mel Kenyon
Graphic Designer: Renata Perez
Copywriter: Jessica Willis
Outreach Coordinator: Hangila Ceesay
See how our YEW team steps into the shoes of their favorite authors on this week’s podcast episode! Sit down with Michael and Desirée as they discuss their habits as readers while also being writers, featuring special guest Aditi Karanam, YEW’s very own Blog Director and Assistant Book Club Lead.
REFERENCES
“Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982” by Cho Nam-ju
“On the Origin of Stories” by Brian Boyd
“Proxy” -- A (Star Said) Dystopian Novel
“The Wolf Den” by Elodie Harper
MORE ABOUT YOUNG EAGER WRITERS
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FOLLOW DESIRÉE
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Website: https://www.desireebrown.com/
FOLLOW MICHAEL
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Website: https://mevansinked.com/
CREDITS
Hosts: Desirée Brown & Michael Evans
Video Editor: Mel Kenyon
Graphic Designer: Renata Perez
Copywriter: Jessica Willis
Outreach Coordinator: Hangila Ceesay
Welcome back! Dive deep with YEW this week as Desirée and Michael explore the familiar ways socioeconomics tie into reading, as well as how these tropes are beginning to evolve in the writing community.
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FOLLOW DESIRÉE
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Website: https://www.desireebrown.com/
FOLLOW MICHAEL
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Website: https://mevansinked.com/
CREDITS
Hosts: Desirée Brown & Michael Evans
Video Editor: Mel Kenyon
Graphic Designer: Renata Perez
Copywriter: Jessica Willis
Outreach Coordinator: Hangila Ceesay
See how Michael and Desiree explore the connection between being a writer and caring for your mental health in this week's episode. Watch as they share personal accounts of honoring their dreams, share experiences with using writing to cope with life changes, and talk about the different ways that a writer career can look.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9-7ahd0ADKg
MORE ABOUT YOUNG EAGER WRITERS
Website: https://www.youngeagerwriters.org/
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/yewassociation
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@youngeagerwriters
FOLLOW DESIRÉE
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/desibpoetry
Website: https://www.desireebrown.com/
FOLLOW MICHAEL
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Website: https://mevansinked.com/
CREDITS
Hosts: Desirée Brown & Michael Evans
Video Editor: Mel Kenyon
Graphic Designer: Renata Perez
Copywriter: Jessica Willis
Outreach Coordinator: Hangila Ceesay
This week's episode of the YEW Podcast features author and educator, Jacqui Castle. Tune in as Michael and Desirée join Jacqui as she shares her origin story, early experiences with journalism, and getting inside your character's head.
FOLLOW JACQUI CASTLEWebsite: https://www.jacquicastlewrites.com/
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Read "The Seclusion": https://bookshop.org/books/the-seclusion/9781947848511
Read "The Chasm": https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781950301331
MORE ABOUT YOUNG EAGER WRITERS
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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@youngeagerwriters
FOLLOW DESIRÉE
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/desibpoetry/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/desibpoetry
Website: https://www.desireebrown.com/
FOLLOW MICHAEL
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mevansinked/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/mevansinked
Website: https://mevansinked.com/
CREDITS
Hosts: Desirée Brown & Michael Evans
Video Editor: Mel Kenyon
Graphic Designer: Renata Perez
Copywriter: Jessica Willis
Outreach Coordinator: Hangila Ceesay
We're back! Join Desiree and Michael on this week's episode, as they share tips and stories on writing characters inspired by people you may meet or know.
MORE ABOUT YOUNG EAGER WRITERSWebsite: https://www.youngeagerwriters.org/
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/yewassociation
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FOLLOW DESIRÉEInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/desibpoetry/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/desibpoetry
Website: https://www.desireebrown.com/
FOLLOW MICHAEL
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mevansinked/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/mevansinked
Website: https://mevansinked.com/
CREDITS
Hosts: Desirée Brown & Michael Evans
Video Editor: Mel Kenyon
Graphic Designer: Renata Perez
Copywriter: Jessica Willis
Outreach Coordinator: Hangila Ceesay
We're back! Desirée Brown and Michael Evans join forces once again to host the reboot of the Young Eager Writers Podcast.
MORE ABOUT YOUNG EAGER WRITERSWebsite: https://www.youngeagerwriters.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngeagerwriters
Twitter: https://twitter.com/yewassociation
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@youngeagerwriters
FOLLOW DESIRÉEInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/desibpoetry/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/desibpoetry
Website: https://www.desireebrown.com/
FOLLOW MICHAELInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mevansinked/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/mevansinked
Website: https://mevansinked.com/
CREDITSHosts: Desirée Brown & Michael Evans
Video Editor: Mel Kenyon
Graphic Designer: Renata Perez
Copywriter: Jessica Willis
Outreach Coordinator: Hangila Ceesay
In this episode, Brian McBride, author of Love and the Sea and Everything in Between, gives his advice for using Instagram to create a strong writing community and talks about publishing three books in one year. Learn more about Brian at brianmcbrideauthor.com or discover more episodes at youngeagerwriters.org
In this episode, Shannon Burke, co-creator and writer of the hit Netflix series Outer Banks, talks about how he got his start in writing, publishing novels with Random House, writing for Netflix, and shares some exclusive insights on the writing process for Season 2. Watch this episode on YouTube at www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bzba8LQS0Gs&feature=youtu.be or discover more episodes at youngeagerwriters.org
In this first episode of Season two, Michael Evans speaks with Brittney Kristina about maintaining mental and physical wellness for writers (especially during trying times) as well as her insights about publishing two books as a teenager. Follow Brittney's blog at mindfullybrittney.com or discover more episodes at youngeagerwriters.org
In this episode, Adrianna Brown speaks to her sister Desiree about storytelling in her choreography, receiving a master's degree in philosophy before age 20, and her advice on developing narratives on topics one hasn't experienced themselves. Learn about Adrianna Eve Company at adriannaeve.com or discover more episodes at youngeagerwriters.org
On this episode, Will Walker talks to Desiree about his journey from dropping out of high school to his acceptance at University of Central Florida's graduate school. Will shares his process for applying to Master of Fine Arts programs, the components of the application, and his advice to students applying to college (undergraduate and graduate). Find more episodes at www.youngeagerwriters.org
On this episode, Susanna Parkhill talks to Desiree about her experience in the UNC-Charlotte English Honors Program, writing personal essay, her relationship with poetry and painting, and ways for introverts to find real-life inspiration. Read Susanna's article with the chic us at thechic.us/how-to-follow-your-passion-and-dreams/ or find more episodes at www.youngeagerwriters.org
On this episode, Mel Torrefranca tells Michael about her former website blog, The Young Author's Journal, and how she contributed to her own writing community. Follow Mel on Instagram @meltorrefranca and check out her website at meltorrefranca.com. To hear Melissa discuss her upcoming novel, listen to the full version of this episode at www.youngeagerwriters.org
On this episode, Daniel Seamon speaks to Desiree about successful tactics to researching like a writer, writing his three novels during NaNoWriMo, and drawing inspiration from historical events. Find more episodes at www.youngeagerwriters.org
On this episode, Chris Williams tells Desiree about selling his work at comic conventions, managing multiple projects, and his inspiration from Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Follow Chris on Instagram @etchnman or find more episodes at www.youngeagerwriters.org
On this episode, Josie Miller joins Michael via web chat to talk about Wattpad, authenticity, her plan to success, and her advice to "just do it!" Discover more about Josie at https://linktr.ee/thejosiemiller. To hear about Josie's podcast, "Write Night," and what Josie learned from writing her first novel, find the full version of this episode at www.youngeagerwriters.org
On this episode, Jarrett Moseley speaks to Desiree about submitting poetry for publication, his love for James Tate, and the importance of writing for yourself. Read Jarrett's work here at https://homologylit.com/2019/08/01/jarrett-moseley/ or find more episodes at www.youngeagerwriters.org
On this episode, Millie Florence speaks to Michael about publishing two novels by age fifteen, NaNoWriMo, and how she learned to develop writing instincts. Discover more about Millie at millieflorence.com. To hear Millie talk about being homeschooled and fun marketing tactics, find the full version of this episode at www.youngeagerwriters.org
On this episode, Aly Jordan talks to Desiree about writing groups, Rainbow Rowell, and overcoming the pressure of writing. Find more episodes at www.youngeagerwriters.org
On this episode, Michael Evans speaks to Desiree about writing three novels, the process of self-publishing, and finding and managing time to write as a high school student. Discover more about Michael at mevansinked.com. Wanna hear Michael discuss transitioning out of high school and into the world of writing? Find the full version at www.youngeagerwriters.org
On this episode, Desiree talks to Michael about publishing her first poetry collection, attending craft talks at New York University's MFA program in Paris, and tips for reading like a writer. To see Skye the Goldendoodle's guest appearance on this episode, visit https://youtu.be/cFHv7plkYl8. To hear Desiree discuss her favorite elements of John Hughes' The Breakfast Club and the YEW Conference, find the full version at www.youngeagerwriters.org
Welcome to the Young Eager Writers Podcast! In this introduction, Desiree Brown (executive director), Aly Jordan (marketing manager), and Michael Evans (YEW coordinator) discuss how they came together and each became a part of the Young Eager Writers Association. Join us every Wednesday for interviews with some of the amazing young writers blazing their own paths and sharing some insight along the way. To find out more, visit youngeagerwriters.org