On April 22, 2023, Kasie and Rex took on subplots: the types, uses, and instructions thereof. Here are the show notes: Theme for the day Subplots Agenda We’ve done plot twists, internet grab bag, and outlines so far this month. We’ve been all over the map. And the madness continues this week as we take…
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Episode 226: Grow Up! Aging into Planner-hood
On April 15, 2023, Rex and Kasie took on the effort of outlining your novel. Here are the show notes: Theme for the day Becoming a Planner Agenda The classic debate for writers is between the Pantsers and the Planners. Pantsers are so-called because they write by the seat of their pants – making it…
Episode 225: Internet Grab Bag Spring Break edition
On April 8, 2023, Kasie and Rex went to the #wschat Tweet Chat transcript for some internet-asks. We follow the #WritingCommunity hashtag and respond to writers all over the world. This episode answers some of those questions. Here are the show notes: Theme for the day Internet Grab Bag: You Ask, We Answer Agenda Next…
Episode 224: Trickeration
On April 1, 2023, Kasie and Rex took on the plot twist. Here are the show notes: Theme for the day Trickeration: The Twist Agenda Last month we looked at built-in stakes in everything from sports to family reunions. We left unexplored things like addictions and phobias as natural stakes-building devices. Nevertheless, this week we’re…
Episode 223: Ceremonies, Events, and Rituals – Built in Stakes
On March 25th, Kasie was in Texas so we presented this pre-recorded show building on the built-in-stakes of sports. Here are the show notes: Theme for the day Built-in drama: Family Rituals & Life Milestones Agenda Rituals, ceremonies, and gatherings are fun for fiction writers because even the stupidest things can boil over. We looked…