StoryADay

Writers write. Successful writers write a lot. Each 15 minute episode of The StoryADay Podcast is packed with inspiration and practical tips to help you achieve your lifelong dream of being a writer. What People Are Saying: “Duffy offers digestible writing advice, plus bite-sized writing tasks to complete between episodes” Bustle.com, 10 Podcasts by Writers To Get You Hyped For Your Next Project “I learned a bunch listening to her podcast!” Tobias S. Buckell, NYT Bestselling author, speaker & futurist “Julie Duffy offers very short episodes for very short writing with prompts and insightful tips.” Writer’s Digest: Tune In: Best 23 Podcasts for Writers Music credit: Alan McPike (standardstrax.com) Want to write a short story today? Get the free StoryADay Short Story Framework: https://stada.me/framework

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Improving (with Groundhogs) 02/03/2024

Fiction Matters 01/13/2024

When Writing Feels Hard... 01/06/2024

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Celebrating 2023's Writing Triumphs 12/23/2023

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Not If, But How 10/28/2023

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Lurk Your Way To Success in Publishing 09/23/2023

Lurk Your Way To Success in Publishing Are you looking to find success in the publishing world? Join me on The StoryADay Podcast as I discuss the importance of engagement in writing and publishing. In this episode titled "Lurk Your Way to Success in Publishing", I share strategies and insights that can help you achieve your goals as a writer. Here are 3 key takeaways from the episode: 1️⃣ Don't rush into building an author platform: While it's tempting to focus on social media presence and building a following, it's crucial to prioritize the writing itself. Spend time honing your craft and creating compelling content before diving into the world of author branding. 2️⃣ Engage with the publishing world: Stay updated by following authors on social media, reading industry publications, and educating yourself about the realities of being a writer. Become part of the conversation, learn from experienced authors, and stay informed about industry trends. 3️⃣ Define your own success: Don't let societal expectations or external pressure define your writing journey. Take the time to reflect on what success means to you personally and set realistic goals that align with your values. Remember, writing is a journey of personal growth and creativity, and your definition of success should reflect that. 🎧 Listen now! Timestamps [00:02:03] Engaging With The Publishing World [00:03:42] Should You Even Pay Attention? [00:06:54] Have a Strong Definition of Success For Yourself [00:09:18] If You Want To Publish [00:10:25] First Steps In Pursuing Publication - Lurk (aka 'research') [00:11:53] Agents [00:14:44] Queries and Book Proposals [00:15:45] Why Submission Guidelines Matter [00:18:33] Ways to Lurk [00:19:35] Publishing Shorter Pieces [00:21:56] Get Off My Lawn [00:23:22] Be Human, Make Friends, Be Successful [00:25:37] Where To Find Writers and Publishing Folks, Online in 2023 [00:29:04] Wrap Up Links: Want to go deeper? Want to go for longer? Let me send you a /episode/index/show/storyaday/id/28121453