Episodios

  • 384. Blurring the Lines of Fact and Fiction, with Jean Burgess
    May 21 2026

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    Returning guest and author Jean Burgess is back to discuss drawing inspiration from real life for novels, when to research for accuracy and when you can fill in the lines, and how this is all blended together in the genre of retro fiction.


    Swing by Jean's website and grab a copy of Navigating Her Next Chapter:
    https://www.jeanburgessauthor.com/

    Find more ways to connect with Jean on her socials:
    https://www.instagram.com/jeanburgessauthor/ https://www.facebook.com/jeanmburgess

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    29 m
  • 383. Discovering the Adventure of Authorship, with Marilyn McEntyre
    May 14 2026

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    Author and writing coach Marilyn McEntyre stops by to discuss the little ways that can kickstart your author journey, what allowing yourself creative writing freedom can do, and how really exploring your style makes all the difference.

    Find more advice on Marilyn's website:
    https://www.marilynmcentyre.com/

    Check out her wide selection of books:
    https://www.marilynmcentyre.com/books

    Get in touch with Marilyn about her writing workshops:
    https://www.marilynmcentyre.com/contact

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    29 m
  • 382. Uncovering Our True Selves, with Christine Hill Suntz
    May 7 2026

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    Author Christine Hill Suntz is back to discuss how stakes of survival can reveal our true selves, how this can present in romance-driven plots, and how these layers of being human reflect upon some societal dynamics as a whole.

    Give Christine's website a visit:
    https://www.christinehillsuntz.com/

    Pre-order The Heiress and the Woodsman now:
    https://www.amazon.com/The-Heiress-and-the-Woodsman/

    See more of what Christine is up to on her socials:
    https://www.instagram.com/christinehillsuntz/
    https://www.facebook.com/people/Christine-Hill-Suntz

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    27 m
  • 381. How High Stakes Settings Can Create High Stakes Situations, with Emily Listfield
    Apr 30 2026

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    Author and editor Emily Listfield discusses the cultural obsession with elite private schools, why this is the perfect setting to build tension or expose secrets, and what can set your characters apart from the traditional private school archetypes.



    Swing by Emily's website and get your hands on a copy of Reasons to Lie:
    https://www.emilylistfield.com/

    Learn more about Emily on her socials:
    https://www.instagram.com/emilylistfield/
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-listfield-75b7b75/

    The Writing and Editing podcast's very own host, Jennia D'Lima, has published a few children's books that are perfect for kids who love story time, those just starting out, and everyone in-between. Check them out below!

    https://www.amazon.com/Sunny-Round-Things
    https://www.amazon.com/House-Without-Ghost

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    30 m
  • 380. Starting from Rock Bottom: Writing Imperfect Characters, with T.I. Lowe
    Apr 23 2026

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    Returning guest and bestselling author T.I. Lowe discusses having a main character with major flaws, how to make audiences still root for them, and why these kinds of narratives are important to write about.

    *CW: Discussions of addiction*



    Stop by T.I.'s website:
    https://www.tilowe.com/

    Peruse her extensive catalogue:
    https://www.tilowe.com/books

    Find more from T.I. on her socials:
    https://www.instagram.com/tilowe/
    https://www.facebook.com/T.I.Lowe/

    The Writing and Editing podcast's very own host, Jennia D'Lima, has published a few children's books that are perfect for kids who love story time, those just starting out, and everyone in-between. Check them out below!

    https://www.amazon.com/Sunny-Round-Things
    https://www.amazon.com/House-Without-Ghost

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    26 m
  • 379. How to Approach Agents and Mentors, with Mary Demuth
    Apr 16 2026

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    Bestselling author and international speaker Mary Demuth talks about finding the right mentor and agent, the differences between the two, and the best ways to get your book in their hands!

    Learn so much more from Mary's website:
    https://marydemuthliterary.com/

    Grab your copy of Restory Your Life here:
    https://amzn.to/4rpbNIg

    Check out more about Mary's intensives program here:
    https://www.marydemuth.com/intensives/

    The Writing and Editing podcast's very own host, Jennia D'Lima, has published a few children's books that are perfect for kids who love story time, those just starting out, and everyone in-between. Check them out below!

    https://www.amazon.com/Sunny-Round-Things
    https://www.amazon.com/House-Without-Ghost

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    27 m
  • 378. Purpose in Prose: The Philosophy of Writing with David Arndt
    Apr 9 2026

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    Professor and author David Arndt stops in to discuss the philosophy behind writing, why we find such comfort in the written word, and the pillars that he teaches to all his students.

    Learn more about David, his book, and how you can reach him:
    https://www.stmarys-ca.edu/news/david-arndt
    https://www.stmarys-ca.edu/faculty-directory/arndt-david

    Access a free electronic copy of Philosophy of Writing by clicking "Online Access/Resources" here:
    https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/philosophy-of-writing-9781350473898/

    Connect further with David on Facebook or LinkedIn:
    https://www.facebook.com/integral.liberal.arts/
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-arndt-8aba4618b


    In exciting news, the Writing and Editing podcast's very own host, Jennia D'Lima, has published a few children's books that are perfect for kids who love story time, those just starting out, and everyone in-between. Check them out below!

    https://www.amazon.com/Sunny-Round-Things
    https://www.amazon.com/House-Without-Ghost

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    29 m
  • 377. The Appeal of Opposites Attract in Fiction, with Becca Kinzer
    Apr 2 2026

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    Returning guest and author Becca Kinzer discusses one of the most popular tropes in fiction, the perfect balance needed in writing opposing love interests, and why these kinds of stories appeal to audiences.

    Swing by Becca's website:
    https://www.beccakinzer.com/about

    Check out her catalogue, including Not What We Pictured:
    https://beccakinzer.com/shop/

    Follow Becca across her socials (and see if she's found her favorite opposites-attract couple):
    https://www.instagram.com/beccaannkinzer/?hl=en
    https://www.bookbub.com/authors/becca-kinzer


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    26 m