The Writer's Journey Podcast

Bestselling author Tim C Taylor joins us to break down story structure and share his best tips for writing a complete, compelling, and satisfying short story. If you’re an author considering writing for an anthology, get ready to take notes, because this one’s for you!

Plotting out a novel can be confusing and overwhelming, but there are tools to help. Novelist and author coach Jami Gold is here to explain how to use beat sheets to help you plot out your next novel. What Can We Do with a Beat Sheet? If you’ve decided to try using beat sheets, you […]

You’ve got a smashing story idea. Now you’ve got to use character, conflict, and theme to develop it into a plot. But how do you do that? Bestselling SciFi/Fantasy author Robert Kroese is here to help us answer that question. We cover what makes an excellent plot and what kills it, how to develop your […]

So you’ve decided to write a story. But how do you come up with a novel idea? We’re bringing on two creative storytellers–Jason Anspach and Nick Cole–to chat about idea generation. Authors of the ground-breaking and beloved scifi series, Galaxy’s Edge, Nick and Jason break down the difference between plot and premise, and equip you […]

During this special episode of The Writer’s Journey, we’re chatting with Richard Fox and KSM’s very own Josh Hayes. They’re going to break down author collaborations with us. So whether you’re thinking of getting into a collaboration or want to know how to make one you’re in work better, this episode is for you.

So you’ve decided to become a writer. What do you need to get started? Bestselling author and publisher Chris Kennedy is here to break down everything you need as a novice author–from selecting writing tools and publishing platforms to creating a healthy author mindset. We’ll talk about work/life balance, meeting deadlines and goals, and overcoming […]

Tonight we’re considering a tough question, but one that every author and would-be author needs to ask before committing the time it takes to write and publish a book. To help us answer this question, we’re bringing on Craig Martelle, best-selling author and co-founder of 20Booksto50K, a writers group with thousands of active members. The […]

Need to know how a black hole works for your science fiction story? Never touched a gun, but you’re writing a shoot-’em-up scene? Kalene and Lauren have been there and bought the shirt. Tonight they ask military veteran, martial arts instructor, gun specialist, and scifi author Walt Robillard on the best ways to approach a […]

What happens when three editors get four writing samples to talk writing craft tips? One good time. Okay. That might have been a little cheesy. But seriously. This episode is fun. Join Ellen, Kalene, and Lauren as they dig into the writer’s first task, to connect with the reader. We talk about what makes effective […]