172: Sensitivity Reading, Diverse Characters, and Content Creation with Marines Alvarez
Release Date: 03/18/2025
183: Editing My Book: What I Learned
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182: May 2025 Q&A
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Welcome to the May Q&A episode! Topics discussed include: suggestions for improving romantic tension 1:44 how to handle your book being on submission 4:20 interpreting responses/rejections from publishers 6:28 what I've noticed about the current state of trad pub 9:30 advice for approaching a revise and resubmit request from a publisher 16:20 how I think about my writing career and how my agent factors into that 18:25 what to do next if you have 100 pages written 20:10 suggestions for levelling up as a writer 21:07 my dreams for my career 21:41 how to create...
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181: What You Need To Consider about AI + Writing
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AI is a big topic in the writing world. In this episode, I share my thoughts as an editor, reader, and writer on using generative AI in the writing process--whether that's brainstorming, character development, getting feedback, or having AI actually write for you. If you plan to query or submit your work anywhere, if you want to work with an editor, if you want to own the copyright to your creative work, you NEED to be aware of the risks of using generative AI. ------ - Click here for ways to work with me + a free character profile template: - The last Tuesday of the...
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180: The Tough Love Episode - Querying
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Sometimes you just need a kick in the pants when it comes to querying. If that's what you need, this episode is for you! ------ - 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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179: 6 Ways You're Sabotaging Your Creativity
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In this episode, learn the sneaky (or not so sneaky!) ways you might be sabotaging your creativity. ------ - 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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178: April 2025 Q&A
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Welcome to the April Q&A episode! Topics discussed include: if indie authors need to hire an editor 2:18 authors using AI art 6:41 page count vs. word count of your book 13:58 what it means when a book dies on submission 15:51 ------ - 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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177: 4 Common Worldbuilding Mistakes
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If you're writing fantasy or science fiction or any genre that requires worldbuilding, this episode is for you! Learn what to avoid when it comes to worldbuilding and your magic system. ------ - 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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176: Social Media 101 - Mindset
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This week's episode is part two of our Social Media 101 series. Self-doubt, fear of being seen, and fear of being cringey stops many of us from creating content, but it shouldn't! Learn how to reframe your fears to help you get more comfortable with posting 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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175: Social Media 101 - Strategy
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Welcome to part one of our Social Media 101 series! This week's episode covers the strategy of social media. If you're new to creating content and feel overwhelmed, learn why content is an important part of your author brand, how to feel more confident posting, and what kinds of content to create. ------ - 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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174: The Creative Power Hour
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If you're always putting your creative projects on the back burner—whether it's writing, creating content, or some other creative hobby—this practice can help! Learn what a creative power hour is, how to customize it, and why it's so beneficial for writers and creatives. ------ - 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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