Writer's Fun Zone

Writer's Fun Zone by Beth Barany

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June 30, 2025

Quick Tips for Writing Your Character’s Identity

Quick Tips for Writing Your Character’s Identity – How To Write the Future podcast, episode 159 *** “Get to know the people, read the history, talk to the people as people. But not as...

Tiny Experiments: A Review and Interview with Anne-Laure Le Cunff by LA Bourgeois

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June 27, 2025

Tiny Experiments: A Review and Interview with Anne-Laure Le Cunff by LA Bourgeois

Discover how Anne-Laure Le Cunff’s Tiny Experiments inspires creatives to grow through curiosity, small steps, and reflection.

Writing Tips

June 24, 2025

3 Copyright Myths by Kelley Way

Unveil the truth behind three copyright myths and learn what the law really says about ownership, credit, and contracts.

HOW TO WRITE THE FUTURE PODCAST

June 23, 2025

Writing Science Fiction for Social Impact

Writing Science Fiction for Social Impact – How To Write the Future podcast, episode 158 *** “What would it look like if we did take care of everyone?” – Beth Barany In this episode...

A Novice Writer’s Battle: Why Writing Isn’t Meant to Be Easy by Iman Llompart

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June 20, 2025

A Novice Writer’s Battle: Why Writing Isn’t Meant to Be Easy by Iman Llompart

Writing isn’t meant to be easy. A raw look at the struggles, growth, and emotional journey of a novice writer.

Writing Tips

June 17, 2025

Habits of Mind Overview by Bailey Lang

Explore how habits of mind can transform and sustain your writing practice by writing teacher and coach, Dr. Bailey Lang.

HOW TO WRITE THE FUTURE PODCAST

June 16, 2025

How to Craft AI and Robot Characters in Your Fiction

How to Craft AI and Robot Characters in Your Fiction – How To Write the Future podcast, episode 157 *** “So I haven’t yet pulled in any ethical or moral dilemmas that would...

How to Write Character Descriptions Without Falling into a Cliché by Loretta Bushell

Writing Tips

June 13, 2025

How to Write Character Descriptions Without Falling into a Cliché by Loretta Bushell

How to write vivid, original character descriptions that avoid clichés by using specific, sensory, and unique details.

How To Make Your Main Character Likeable Even if They’re Not Always a Good Person by Laurel Osterkamp

Writing Tips

June 10, 2025

How To Make Your Main Character Likeable Even if They’re Not Always a Good Person by Laurel Osterkamp

Learn how to make your main characters likable by using relatable goals, emotional depth, and compelling inner conflict.

HOW TO WRITE THE FUTURE PODCAST

June 9, 2025

Essential Tips for Writing Space Opera

Essential Tips for Writing Space Opera – How To Write the Future podcast, episode 156 *** “Of course, you want to think of what they want, the goal, why they want it, the motivation;...

A Few Words on Rejection by Catharine Bramkamp

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June 6, 2025

A Few Words on Rejection by Catharine Bramkamp

Rejection stings, but it’s not the end; it’s a signpost. Embrace failure, stay in the game, and keep creating your way forward.

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HOW TO WRITE THE FUTURE PODCAST

June 2, 2025

Tips to Transform Your Novel Into Trilogy

Tips to Transform Your Novel Into Trilogy – How To Write the Future podcast, episode 155 *** “Be here, be now. Be with your project as it exists right now.” — Beth Barany In...