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S3 E10: Reality-Based Goals

Expanding on the first episode of this season, we ask what does "reality-based" mean when it comes to goals? The Writers Circle Thanks to Dave Connis for the theme music! Learn more about me, my books, and my other projects a...

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Sept. 5, 2025

S3 E10: Reality-Based Goals

Expanding on the first episode of this season, we ask what does "reality-based" mean when it comes to goals? The Writers Circle Thanks to Dave Connis for the theme music! Learn more about me, my books, and my other projects a...

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Aug. 29, 2025

S3 E9: Filmmaker Thomas Torrey

Finally, another interview episode! This conversation with Thomas Torrey is exactly what I've been craving, and maybe you have, too. We talk about artistic despair and the freeing realization that we're not special. Also the ...

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Aug. 22, 2025

S3 E8: Introducing the Writers Circle!

The Writers Circle is a community for support, connection, and education for writers at all levels, across genres and categories. Check it out: The Writers Circle Coupons! EARLYBIRD10 for 10% off any membership (expires 9/2) ...

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Aug. 15, 2025

S3 E7: Dealing with Middles

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Aug. 1, 2025

S3 E6: What Counts as Writing

When your word count is down but you've got lots of dishes to do. Thanks to for the theme music! Learn more about me, my books, and my other projects at:

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July 25, 2025

S3 E5: Five Craft Tips I Give the Most

This week I go over five of the most common pieces of feedback I give on student and client manuscripts. Got a writing question for a future episode? Email me ! Podcast home page The Writers Circle Thanks to Dave Connis for t...

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