172: Sensitivity Reading, Diverse Characters, and Content Creation with Marines Alvarez
Release Date: 03/18/2025
193: When the Book You're Writing Already Exists
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A few weeks ago, I discovered the book I'm just starting to write is very similar to a published book in a different genre. This episode discusses what my thought process was when I discovered this and how I handled it. ----- - Click here for ways to work with me + a free character profile template: - The last Tuesday of the month is a Q&A episode! Submit your questions for me and I'll answer them on the podcast. - TikTok: - Instagram:
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192: Hot Takes about Writing
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191: July 2025 Q&A Episode
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Welcome to the July Q&A episode! Topics discussed include: how I balanced writing with being a first time mom 2:46 using AI for research 10:01 handling form rejections when querying 14:34 average prices for developmental editing 18:49 ----- - Click here for ways to work with me + a free character profile template: - The last Tuesday of the month is a Q&A episode! Submit your questions for me and I'll answer them on the podcast. - TikTok: - Instagram:
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190: How to Avoid Creative Burnout
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189: 3 Tips for Writing Authentic Dialogue
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188: Debunking Common Writing Myths
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There are tons of myths about writing, and in this episode, I debunk 6 of the most common myths I see on social media. ------ - Click here for ways to work with me + a free character profile template: - The last Tuesday of the month is a Q&A episode! Submit your questions for me and I'll answer them on the podcast. - TikTok: - Instagram:
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187: Updates on Social Media, Editing My Book, and More
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186: June 2025 Q&A
Your Big Creative Life
Welcome to the June Q&A episode! Topics discussed include: my favorite podcasts 1:20 the writing advice that was a turning point for me 3:58 my typical writing timeline 6:09 finding your voice as a writer 9:59 advice for writers who used AI and regret it 15:22 if a social media following matters before querying 21:43 what I look for in an agent 23:39 what takes a book from good to great 26:34 ------ - Click here for ways to work with me + a free character profile template: - The last Tuesday of the month is a Q&A episode! Submit your questions for...
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185: From Idea to Book: The Role of a Book Coach
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If you've ever been curious what a book coach does, this episode goes into the role of a book coach, common misconceptions about book coaches, and more. ------ - Click here for ways to work with me + a free character profile template: - The last Tuesday of the month is a Q&A episode! Submit your questions for me and I'll answer them on the podcast. - TikTok: - Instagram:
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184: Writing Advice for My Past Self
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In this episode, I share what advice I wish I could pass on to my younger self about writing. Learn the lessons I'd share for any new writer. ------ - Click here for ways to work with me + a free character profile template: - The last Tuesday of the month is a Q&A episode! Submit your questions for me and I'll answer them on the podcast. - TikTok: - Instagram:
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We have a guest on the podcast this week! Marines Alvarez is a book content creator, reviewer, and sensitivity reader. We chat about what sensitivity reading really is, what kinds of feedback she regularly gives clients, and her advice for writing diverse characters outside your lived experience or identity. Marines has been creating bookish content online for years, so we also discuss her approach to content creation and her involvement with Bindery Books - a new publisher that has a really exciting business model. Enjoy!
Find Marines online:
- YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram @mynameismarines
- Bindery Books
- Website
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