Write Now with Scrivener

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Nov 1, 2023 • 32min

Episode 32: John Wyver, Television Historian and Film Producer

Join the host as he chats with John Wyver, a historian and media producer, about his diverse experiences in the arts and television industry. From discussing the evolution of TikTok to exploring the early history of British television and the use of Scribner for writing books, this podcast covers a range of interesting topics. John also shares his insights on researching screen adaptations of the Royal Shakespeare Company and delves into the limitations of the world and recommends a book called 'Material World' by Ed Conway.
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Oct 4, 2023 • 30min

Episode 31: Mary Robinette Kowal, Science Fiction and Fantasy Author

Mary Robinette Kowal, science fiction and fantasy author, discusses her transition from puppetry to writing and how it influences her work. They explore the role of puppetry in creating lifelike characters, express their love for sci-fi and fantasy, and talk about their latest novel with martini recipes. They also discuss using Scrivener for writing, the challenges of voice to text technology, and recommend 'Craft in the Real World' and 'Unrelenting' as noteworthy books.
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Sep 6, 2023 • 30min

Episode 30: Sean Carroll, Quantum Physicist

Quantum physicist, Sean Carroll, discusses the challenges of understanding quantum mechanics, the benefits of using Scrivener for organization, the importance of citation in scientific writing, the intersection of science and science fiction, and book recommendations on the end of the universe and pursuing astrophysics despite battling cancer.
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Aug 2, 2023 • 33min

Episode 29: Michael Jecks, Medieval Mystery Author

Michael Jecks has written more than 50 novels, including 33 in his Templar series of medieval mysteries. He also writes books in other series, set in modern times, the Tudor period, and 1920s Shanghai. Show notes: Michael Jecks Michael Jecks's books Medieval Murderers Michael's Morris Dancing George MacDonald Fraser: Quartered Safe Out Here Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the ebook Take Control of Scrivener. If you like the podcast, please follow it in Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app. Leave a rating or review, and tell your friends. And check out past episodes of Write Now with Scrivener.
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Jul 5, 2023 • 30min

Episode 28: Sheila O'Flanagan, Romance Author

Sheila O'Flanagan left a career as a banker for writing, and has written more than 30 romance novels, which "put women in situations where they have to dig deep inside themselves to find their inner strength even though sometimes they struggle to realise it’s there." "You always regret the things you didn't do more than the things that you did do." Show notes: Sheila O'Flanagan What Eden Did Next Bridget Walsh, The Tumbling Girl Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the ebook Take Control of Scrivener. If you like the podcast, please follow it in Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app. Leave a rating or review, and tell your friends. And check out past episodes of Write Now with Scrivener.
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Jun 7, 2023 • 31min

Episode 27: S J Watson, Thriller Novelist

S J Watson, author of the hugely popular Before I Go to Sleep, is starting a new project called The Experiment, where he shows readers his first drafts. S J Watson, author of the hugely popular Before I Go to Sleep, is starting a new project called The Experiment. He will write a novel, showing readers his first drafts as he progresses, and inviting readers to suggest how the novel is to proceed. Show notes: S J Watson Before I Go to Sleep Faber Academy The Experiment Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the ebook Take Control of Scrivener. If you like the podcast, please follow it in Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app. Leave a rating or review, and tell your friends. And check out past episodes of Write Now with Scrivener.
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May 3, 2023 • 32min

Episode 26: Jaime Green, Science Journalist

Jaime Green has just published her first book, The Possibility of Life: Science, Imagination, and Our Quest for Kinship in the Cosmos, where she discusses whether there is life out there, and, if so, whether we will ever know. Show notes: Jaime Green The Possibility of Life: Science, Imagination, and Our Quest for Kinship in the Cosmos Merlin Sheldrake, Entangled Life Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the ebook Take Control of Scrivener. If you like the podcast, please follow it in Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app. Leave a rating or review, and tell your friends. And check out past episodes of Write Now with Scrivener.
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Apr 5, 2023 • 32min

Episode 25: Becca Caddy, Science and Technology Journalist

Becca Caddy writes about science and technology, and is a self-avowed tech addict. Her book Screen Time tells us how to make peace with our tech devices and not be overwhelmed by them. Show notes: Becca Caddy Screen Time Composition Mode and other focus features in Scrivener Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone, This Is How You Lose the Time War Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the ebook Take Control of Scrivener. If you like the podcast, please follow it in Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app. Leave a rating or review, and tell your friends. And check out past episodes of Write Now with Scrivener.
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Mar 1, 2023 • 30min

Episode 24: Joanna Penn, Author Entrepreneur

Joanna Penn combines her talents as a thriller author with her skills in marketing to have a successful writing career. Her latest book is Pilgrimage: Lessons Learned from Solo Walking Three Ancient Ways. Show notes: Joanna Penn Pilgrimage Pilgrimage Kickstarter The Way Paulo Coelho, The Pilgrimage Check Grammar in Your Scrivener Projects with ProWritingAid Scapple Renee Rose: Write to Riches Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the ebook Take Control of Scrivener. If you like the podcast, please follow it in Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app. Leave a rating or review, and tell your friends. And check out past episodes of Write Now with Scrivener.
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Feb 1, 2023 • 29min

Episode 23: Bill Thompson, Thriller Author

After decades as a corporate executive for a financial services firm, Bill Thompson retired and became a bestselling author of archeological thrillers. Show notes: Bill Thompson My Second Act: Bestselling Novelist Bill Thompson's books Kindle ebook royalties Kindle Unlimited royalties Kevin Kelly, 1,000 True Fans Daniel Silva books Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the ebook Take Control of Scrivener. If you like the podcast, please follow it in Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app. Leave a rating or review, and tell your friends. And check out past episodes of Write Now with Scrivener.

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