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A podcast for young writers, by young writers | Hosted by Poppy & Stella | Keep writing...and cheers to a well-written life!
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In this month's episode, we're digging in to the topic everyone can't stop talking about right now: artificial intelligence. We'll go over how AI and ChatGPT are already impacting the writing world, the role it's playing in the Hollywood writers' strike, and what you as an aspiring author can do in the face of these technological advancements.
What did you think of this month's episode? Join the conversation on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out on wellwrittenlife.com and YouTube @wellwrittenlife.
But most importantly... keep writing, and cheers to a well-written life!
In this month's episode, we're digging deep into the research & sharing everything we know about writing for healing. We'll go over the fascinating research into writing's relationship with healing, the types of writing that are most beneficial, and some tips for taking ownership of your own story and being the badass protagonist you are!
What did you think of this month's episode? Join the conversation on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out on wellwrittenlife.com and YouTube @wellwrittenlife.
But most importantly... keep writing, and cheers to a well-written life!
In this month's episode, we're doing a deep dive into one of Poppy's favorite topics: writing young adult fiction. We'll go over exactly how to write a YA novel that appeals to readers, including the essential elements found in every successful young adult book and the rules you MUST follow if you want to appeal to this specific audience of readers! (Hint: it's not as easy as you might think).
What did you think of this month's episode? Join the conversation on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out on wellwrittenlife.com and YouTube @wellwrittenlife.
But most importantly... keep writing, and cheers to a well-written life!
In this month's episode, we're diving into the science behind the stories we read, write, and tell. What makes stories so compelling? Why are we drawn to them? And how can you use the psychology of stories to make your own books irresistible to readers? We share three fascinating story science facts to answer all these questions and more — plus some actionable tips you can take with you to put story science to work in your own writing.
What did you think of this month's episode? Join the conversation on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out on wellwrittenlife.com and YouTube @wellwrittenlife.
But most importantly... keep writing, and cheers to a well-written life!
In this month's episode, we're talking about everything you need to do before writing a book — from brainstorming ideas to outlining your premise to developing your characters and more. Preparing to write a novel can be daunting, but we've broken the prewriting process down into just four main areas you need to think about to set yourself up for success.
What steps do you take before writing a book? We'd love to hear from you! Share your tips and tricks on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out on wellwrittenlife.com and YouTube @wellwrittenlife.
But most importantly... keep writing, and cheers to a well-written life!
Happy love month, y'all! In this month's special Valentine's-themed episode, we're talking about how to incorporate romance into your novel - without writing a romance novel. Whatever genre you write, a romantic subplot (done right) can add tension, up the stakes, further your protagonist's character development and story arc, and help keep your story moving forward. How?! Listen in to find out! We've got all the best tips for deciding whether your story could use a *kiss* of romance - and then successfully weaving it into your novel (without letting it take over your entire plot).
Do you incorporate romantic subplots into your own work? We'd love to hear from you! Share your tips and tricks on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out on wellwrittenlife.com. Also, exciting news - we now have a YouTube channel! If for some reason you want to watch our faces say this week's episode (and judge our podcast studio setup), find us @wellwrittenlife.
But most importantly... keep writing, and cheers to a well-written life!
New year, new energy...new episodes! That's right, babes - we're back, and this week's episode couldn't be more fitting. We're talking about how to start writing again after you've taken a break. Whether you've ghosted your podcast (er, I mean, manuscript) for an entire year (or more), or just took a couple weeks off during the holidays, getting back into a consistent writing routine isn't always easy. So, if you're ready for a fresh start in 2023, we've got all the best tips to help you feel inspired to pick up the pen again.
How do you get back into the writing groove after a hiatus? We'd love to hear from you! Let us know on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out on wellwrittenlife.com. Also, exciting news - we now have a YouTube channel! If you want to watch us bumble through our first ep back (and judge our podcast studio setup), find us @wellwrittenlife.
But most importantly, start writing again...and then keep writing! Cheers to a well-written life!
It's spooky season, and we're returning with a spooky episode to match!
This week, we're talking all things horror — from Stephen King's writing tips to Psycho to the one thing we all fear the most. Listen if you dare.
Horror writers, we’d love to hear from you! Share your best horror-writing tips with us on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out on wellwrittenlife.com. But most importantly…keep writing, and cheers to a well-written life!
Fall leaves, cooler temps, and PSLs - it's Author Autumn, y'all! And there's no better way to celebrate October than prepping for NaNoWriMo. In this week's episode, we're sharing a step-by-step Preptober guide, chock-full of tips and tricks on how to prepare for National Novel Writing Month. So, grab a cozy sweater and a mug of your favorite seasonal beverage, and let's dig into it.
How are you preparing for NaNoWriMo this month? We’d love to hear from you! Let us know on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out on wellwrittenlife.com. But most importantly…keep writing, and cheers to a well-written life!
The love triangle. The chosen one. The damsel in distress. Are we boring you yet? We've seen all of these overused tropes time and time again in books, movies and TV shows. But how can you avoid them in your own writing?
We're tackling this topic in this week's episode, giving you some tips to identify the overused tropes and clichés in your writing and tackle them in a fresh new way.
Do you have any favorite (or least favorite) writing tropes or clichés? We’d love to hear from you! Let us know on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out on wellwrittenlife.com. But most importantly…keep writing, and cheers to a well-written life!
You know an author's voice when you read it. But what is a writing voice, really? And how can you find yours?
We're tackling this topic in this week's episode, all about what voice means in writing and how to craft a compelling one in your own work.
How would you describe your writing voice? How did you discover your true voice (aka your writing ~aesthetic~?) We’d love to hear from you! Let us know on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out on wellwrittenlife.com. But most importantly…keep writing, and cheers to a well-written life!
It's back-to-school season, which means classic novels, copious amounts of coffee, and the question so many writers stress over: should I actually go to school for creative writing?
This week, we're tackling this topic with an episode all about figuring out whether a creative writing program might be right for you, whether you're debating colleges for undergrad or considering going back for an MFA.
Did you go to school for creative writing? Are you considering going to school for creative writing? Do you have any advice for prospective students who can't make up their minds? We’d love to hear from you! Let us know on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out on wellwrittenlife.com. But most importantly…keep writing, and cheers to a well-written life!
Aaaand WE’RE BACK! This week on the podcast, we’re talking all about the law of attraction and how you can use it to write your way to a happier life.
Do you believe that manifestation helps you reach your writing goals? We’d love to hear from you! Let us know on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out on wellwrittenlife.com. But most importantly…keep writing (and manifesting!), and cheers to a well-written life!
This week on the podcast, Poppy and Stella attempt to answer what might be the most difficult and overwhelming question every writer asks themselves: Where do I start?
Have your own tips for finding the starting point of a story? We'd love to hear from you! Let us know on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out online at wellwrittenlife.com. But most importantly, keep writing...and cheers to a well-written life!
This week on the podcast, Poppy and Stella talk all about crafting compelling character motivations - and why doing so is *essential* to good storytelling.
Have your own tips for giving your characters believable, meaningful motives? We'd love to hear from you! Let us know on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out online at wellwrittenlife.com. But most importantly, keep writing...and cheers to a well-written life!
If you spend more time with your WIP than you do with other people, this one's for you. This week on the podcast, Poppy and Stella talk lonely writer syndrome and the question that haunts so many aspiring authors: should you tell your friends about your writing life?
We discuss this question, a scientific study backing our answer, and tips to feel a little less lonely as you write that novel (or screenplay, or short story, or whatever!) What do you think? Do you share your writing life with your friends and family members? Let us know on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out online at wellwrittenlife.com. But most importantly, keep writing...and cheers to a well-written life!
Poppy and Stella kick off summer with an episode all about the "beach read" — what the term means, how it came about, and what it takes to write one.
How do you define a beach read? What books are on your summer reading list? We want to hear from you! Join the conversation on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out online at wellwrittenlife.com. But most importantly, keep writing...and cheers to a well-written life!
"Show, don't tell." It's advice you've heard a million times as a writer, but have you ever really stopped to think about what it actually means? Poppy and Stella hadn't - until this episode! Listen in for everything you need to know about the golden rule of writing - what it REALLY means, when to use it, and how to apply it effectively in your own work!
How do you balance showing and telling in your writing? We want to hear from you! Join the conversation on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out online at wellwrittenlife.com. But most importantly, keep writing...and cheers to a well-written life!
Should you write your novel in first-person present, or third-person past? Can you even write a novel in second-person point of view...? Find out in this week's episode about POV and tense (and how to make the best choice for your novel)! Hint: there's more to it than you might think.
What's your favorite point of view to write from? Do you prefer past or present tense? We want to hear from you! Join the conversation on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out online at wellwrittenlife.com. But most importantly, keep writing...and cheers to a well-written life!
Happy belated Mother's Day to all the moms out there - especially all you badass mama writers! To celebrate, we're discussing generational stories and mother-daughter relationships in writing. We'll address all your most burning questions, like "What up with all the absent moms in YA fiction?" and "Why are so many mother-daughter stories so dark and creepy?!"
Have your own thoughts on writing about motherhood, mother-child relationships, and intergenerational stories? We want to hear from you! Join the conversation on Instagram @wellwrittenlife, and check us out online at wellwrittenlife.com. But most importantly, keep writing...and cheers to a well-written life!
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