Helping Writers Become Authors
K.M. Weiland
Hosted by award-winning story coach K.M. Weiland, the Helping Writers Become Authors podcast will take you deep into story theory, writing techniques, and all the incredible wisdom of story. There is no such thing as "just a story." Come along to find out how to write YOUR best story, astound the world, and (just maybe) change your life!
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Mar 25, 2024 • 23min
S16:E11: From Lead to Gold: The Alchemy of Character Arc With Carl Jung
Delve into character arc alchemy with parallels to Jungian analysis. Explore stages of alchemy and character development. Discover how characters evolve from flaws to brilliance through psychological growth. Unveil transformative journeys akin to alchemical processes in storytelling.
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Mar 18, 2024 • 27min
S16:E10: Checklist for Beginning Your Story: Introducing Your Characters
Learn how to master the art of introducing characters in your first chapter, hook readers with intriguing character moments, establish character arcs through lies and truths, set the stage for character development and plot conflict, and navigate the challenges and artistry of crafting the first chapter in writing.
Mar 11, 2024 • 13min
S16:E9: Announcing the Shadow Archetypes Course! (+Giveaway)
Discover the power of shadow archetypes in character development. Join the Shadow Archetypes course to write stories of depth and complexity.
Mar 4, 2024 • 23min
S16:E8: 6 Tips to Write Deeply Emotional Fiction
Explore the tools for infusing emotional depth into fiction writing, including developing emotional intelligence, connecting emotions with physical sensations, crafting authentic emotional depth, and portraying deep emotions authentically to captivate readers and leave a lasting impact.
Feb 26, 2024 • 24min
S16:E7: How to Use Antagonists in Your Story: The Right Way and the Wrong Way
Learn how to use antagonists to create unforgettable plots. Strengthen narratives and build your characters' journey with this skill.
Feb 19, 2024 • 25min
S16:E6: Writing 101: A Comprehensive Guide to Backstory
Use this essential guide to backstory to share the history of your characters and story world with your audience at just the right moments.
Feb 5, 2024 • 27min
S16:E5: Burned Out on the Business of Writing? 6 Insights to Rediscover Joy and Passion in Your Work
Learn how to regain a sense of creative fulfillment in the business of writing and get tips for managing the pressures of marketing fiction.
Jan 29, 2024 • 19min
S16:E4: 5 Reasons Marketing Is Hard for Writers
Five reasons marketing is hard for writers and how to flip your mindset to embrace marketing and business as tremendous opportunities.
Jan 22, 2024 • 30min
S16:E3: Writing Multiple Plotlines: Everything You Need to Know
Writing multiple plotlines in your fiction doesn't have to be hard. Learn to navigate the intricacies while balancing the pros and cons.
Jan 8, 2024 • 24min
S16:E2: Lessons From 2023: 5 Reflections on "Flat Arc" Periods
Turns out my personal experiences this year perfectly represent what I want to say about the importance of Flat Arcs in character development.
