193: When the Book You're Writing Already Exists
Your Big Creative Life
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
Your Big Creative Life
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
Your Big Creative Life
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189: 3 Tips for Writing Authentic Dialogue
Your Big Creative Life
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188: Debunking Common Writing Myths
Your Big Creative Life
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
Your Big Creative Life
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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
Your Big Creative Life
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
Your Big Creative Life
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:
info_outlineWelcome to the May Q&A episode! Topics discussed include:
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suggestions for improving romantic tension 1:44
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how to handle your book being on submission 4:20
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interpreting responses/rejections from publishers 6:28
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what I've noticed about the current state of trad pub 9:30
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advice for approaching a revise and resubmit request from a publisher 16:20
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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
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suggestions for levelling up as a writer 21:07
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my dreams for my career 21:41
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how to create interesting characters and character relationships 26:18
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how to know when your book is done and ready for the next step 28:03
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