Risk Taking Without Desperation: Write From Trust – How To Write the Future podcast, episode 194 *** “Every creative project involves risk, whether you are writing a novel, creating a play, a film, or...
How to “Write to Genre” and Gain Readers in 2026: Master tropes, honor genre promises, and attract loyal readers in a crowded market.
How to Create A Map For Your Book: DIY version + Other Avenues to Explore shares methods, options, and apps to design a stunning map.
Marketing and Selling Tips for Sci-Fi & Fantasy Writers – How To Write the Future podcast, episode 193 *** “Marketing and selling, especially learning how to do it in written form, is also a...
Level Up with Writer Feedback – How To Write the Future podcast, episode 192 *** “If you start asking for feedback too soon, it can really destroy the creative process for you. It can...
Why does copyright expire? A clear, accessible look at the Constitution, public domain, and how copyright terms evolved over time.
Three Things K-Dramas Understand About Romance explores story momentum, earned love, and slowing down moments to deepen emotional impact.
Writing Constraints: The Fast Creativity Reset – How To Write the Future podcast, episode 191 *** “For me, writing fiction is a place of play. So, yeah, that Aha came to me recently and...
Craft vs Art explores why hobbies are enjoyable, but art is essential — shaping identity, passion, and the work we can’t stop doing.
Ethical AI for Writers with Ana del Valle – How To Write the Future podcast, episode 190 *** “I think that if you sit on the sidelines and you choose to ignore these tools,...
D.J. Glawson explores her lived experiences, fearless heroines, and the grit behind writing flawed, resilient characters that feel real.
Habit of Mind: Flexibility shows how adaptable thinking helps writers sustain creativity, adjust routines, and keep writing.
World-Building Without Information Dumping – How To Write the Future podcast, episode 189 *** “I really recommend you write your book anyway. Let it be as messy and chaotic as first drafts are.” –...
Debadrita Sarkar shares her reflections on her inspirations, creative process, challenges, published work, and upcoming poetry books.
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