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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Jan 1, 2024 • 11min
S16:E1: Top 10 Writing Posts of 2023
Before we say goodbye to the old year, let's take a look at what were, according to your pageviews, my top 10 writing posts of 2023.
Dec 18, 2023 • 11min
Ep. 647: My Top Books of 2023
Check out some of my favorite books from 2023 in three categories: Fiction, Writing How-To, and General Non-Fiction.
Dec 11, 2023 • 20min
Ep. 646: How to Market a Book: 6 Steps From a Full-Time Author
Knowing how to market a book starts with identifying your personal marketing ethos. After that, take these six steps to connect with readers.
Nov 27, 2023 • 20min
Ep. 645: 14 Do's and Don'ts of Time Management for Writers (from a Recovering Over-Achiever)
- Challenges of time management for writers
- Tips for effective time management
- Mastering time management
- Prioritizing writing and minimizing distractions
- Valuable strategies for efficient time management
Oct 30, 2023 • 21min
Ep. 644: "There and Back Again": The Lord of the Rings and the Power of Despair in Fiction
To create fiction that offers life-changing hope, authors must be willing to also embrace the power of despair in fiction. Here are 5 tips.
Oct 9, 2023 • 18min
Ep. 643: How to Use Archetypes in a Series
Consider the following four approaches to how to use archetypes in a series so you can determine which feels most resonant for your story.
Oct 2, 2023 • 18min
Ep. 642: How Meditation Can Inspire Your Next Story
Whether you're using a guided approach or just freewheeling, here are five ideas for how meditation can inspire your next story idea.
Sep 25, 2023 • 10min
Ep. 641: Announcing Archetypal Character Guided Meditations! (+Giveaway)
Based on six transformational character arcs, these Archetypal Character Guided Meditations will help writers brainstorm even better stories.
Sep 18, 2023 • 18min
Ep. 640: What Are Antagonistic Proxies? And How Can They Help Your Story?
Here are four tips for how to use antagonistic proxies to your advantage, depending on your story's needs, without complicating your story.
Sep 11, 2023 • 16min
Ep. 639: Where Should You Start Plotting Your Story?
An overview of the main concerns when deciding where to start plotting a story, depending on where it makes the most sense for you.
