After a death in his family, J. is taking this week off. In the meantime, Rachael talks to Adrienne Bell about plotting, a favorite topic… Read More »The Writer’s Well Episode 95: How Do You Take Idea to Plot with Guest Adrienne Bell?
A lot of aspiring authors dream about writing as their full-time career. But can you reach that point if it’s only a dream? J. and… Read More »The Career Author Podcast: Episode 43 – The Importance of Goals Over Dreams for Career Authors
In their monthly health-themed episode, J. asks Rachael about ways to protect your emotional health in the face of a crisis. Rachael’s Query Letter Service… Read More »The Writer’s Well Episode 94: How do you cope with heavy energy?
One of the most common questions we are asked is, “Should I have a podcast?” So we tackle that topic today with a candid discussion… Read More »The Career Author Podcast: Episode 42 – Podcasting 101 For Authors
Oh, the delicious conversation around sleeping in the middle of the day. Don’t hate. Rachael’s Query Letter Service – http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.’s Core Scene Service –… Read More »The Writer’s Well Episode 93: How do you nap?
J. and Zach just got back from Pittsburgh and their Night of the Writing Dead writers retreat and worldbuilding summit. Today, they talk about the… Read More »The Career Author Podcast: Episode 41 – Dawn of the Night of the Writing Dead
In this episode, Rachael asks J. about journaling as part of the regular creative writing process. The conversation takes an interesting tangent about self-reflection over… Read More »The Writer’s Well Episode 92: Do you journal as part of your writing process?
Being professional and treating your product (aka book) the best chance to succeed is a big part of what makes a career author. Today, J.… Read More »The Career Author Podcast: Episode 40 – Yes, Virginia, You Need An Editor
Trying to strike a balance between building a career and paying the bills can be a challenge. Rachael and J. discuss ways to find it.… Read More »The Writer’s Well Episode 91: How do you balance short-term profit with long-tail revenue?