Episode 230: Writing in Existing Lore

On May 13, 2023, Kasie and Rex took on the idea of ‘lore’ and writing characters out of existing rules. Here are the show notes: Theme for the day Writing in Existing Lore Agenda Segment 1 Last episode we talked about how you keep the character’s origin story (same video). So a lot (a LOT)…

Episode 227: Subplot Basics

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…

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 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 222: Get in the Game Pt 2

On March 18th, Kasie and rex continued the conversation about the built-in drama caused by sports in stories. Here are the show notes: Theme for the day Built-in Stakes: Sports in Fiction Part 2 Agenda Last week we worked on sports Part 1 – we knew it would have enough for a part 2 so…