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Hosted by award-winning story coach K.M. Weiland, the Helping Writers Become Authors podcast will take you deep into story theory, writing techniques, and all the incredible wisdom of story. There is no such thing as "just a story." Come along to find out how to write YOUR best story, astound the world, and (just maybe) change your life!
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2Feeling bored at the movies? Learn what's happened to modern storytelling and what it will take to restore the magic and emotional impact.
Here's how writers can apply the five conflict management styles to create richer, more realistic character conflicts in your fiction.
Discover the 5 types of scene endings—Yes, No, No But, and No And—and why one of them might be weakening your story’s momentum.
If writers don't consume stories with intention, who will? Here are 7 mindful habits to read more intentionally and get more from stories.
What makes a bad story? The answer may surprise you. Here's what really makes a story fail—and how to fix it.
Intentional storytelling means making creative choices with purpose. Here’s why that matters more than ever in an AI-driven content world.
Discover how to honor your character's history while crafting different character arcs for the same character in new stories.
Discover systems that can help you write different character arcs for the same character in your series. Keep stories interesting and unique!
Discover the connection between archetypal arcs and Enneagram insights for transformative storytelling and character growth.
Discover the unique lies each Enneagram subtype believes and how these shape their fears, desires, and character development in storytelling.
Unlock the intricacies of the Corruption Character Arc. Discover how fear, pride, and desire lead to a character's downfall.
Writing a fall arc involves capturing characters' heartbreaking journeys. Discover techniques for depicting their moral decline.
Understand the Disillusionment Arc in storytelling, a powerful journey portraying human growth through confronting stark realities.
Explore the four stages of knowing in character arcs to understand transformation and enhance your storytelling skills.
From magic to government, discover the 8 key pillars of worldbuilding that will make your fantasy world feel real.
Discover essential character goal examples for writers and learn how to craft compelling, multi-layered motivations using the "three choices."
Learn how to conquer self-doubt in writing and transform it into a driving force for growth and improvement.
Delve into the impact of AI on fiction writing. Explore the opportunities and concerns surrounding the incorporation of AI in creative work.
Recover from creative burnout with these holistic strategies. Create space in your life to rebuild creativity and overcome writer's block.
Demystify the rules of fiction and learn how they empower storytelling. Discover how underlying structure enhances creative autonomy.
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Sound quality in this one is non comprehensive sorry 🙄😏
Is there any way you can keep these wonderful podcasts going automatically one after the other? I'm having to continually stop & move to the next one - I'm currently cleaning the car and gardening - such a pain when these podcasts are so interesting & helpful - thanks from New Zealand ♥️⚘
Hi, good for you putting this together. You're reading from a page right, it would sound great if you read from notes...
This episode is not listenable 😑
so relatable!! for every creative. totally where I am right now. trying to silence that dang ego haha
I love your podcast! I find your tips very helpful for developing plots but I also like that you talk about the writing lifestyle in general. Listening to your podcast is the perfect way for me to chill in the morning with a cup of tea and get in the writing mood. :)
I just started writing a story that will utilize multiple povs. Thanks for your advice.
This is gold! The BEST podcast on writing on the web!
Outstanding !
I'm well on my way to filling some serious story gaps because of your help defining character arcs. Thank you!
This is a fantastic resource for writers at all stages, but especially those in the early part of their adventure. Thank you!
I needed this. Thank you. Please, please continue making these! It's hard to find quality podcasts in writing.
Hi Katie!!!!!!
Love your podcasts! I listen while driving and hour to and from work and it has inspired me to get back into my writing with enthusiasm. I've been listening to many other writing podcasts but then I found yours a week ago. Yours simply is the most inspiring for me, it's the only ones I listen to now. A big thank you from me.
I really enjoyed the one episode I managed to download. I've tried again and again but can't download here. What's up?
Excellent tips for any writer.
As a reporter I found it difficult to write creatively as I once had in college. But K.M. has inspired my inner creativity I buried. Now while I don't think I'll be tackling a novel, or even a novella, yet, I am starting to get in the practice again short story writing.
Not bad at all. Two simple things that would help a lot though; -a pop filter, or at least a windscreen; if you can't, for some reason, get either, try running the finished audio product through a De-Esser program to filter out the hisses. -Maybe lengthen the pod by a few minutes, and/or possibly add a music background to the promotional bits to space it out better