Writer Unleashed

Of all the things I see tripping writers  up, point of view is the most common and persistent.It's one of the most misunderstood elements of writing.It's also one of the most essential things to get right. On today’s episode of Writer Unleashed, we’ll explore:3 common missteps writers make about point of viewWhat point of view is…and what it isn’t. Why first, second, and third-person has virtually nothing to do with point of view. When to use multiple points of view. And when not to. And 4 simple techniques to crafting your story’s most riveting and compelling point of view. Want to connect with more like-minded writers? Join us on our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group. Joining is free. Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group. It's totally free to join.

97% of writers never finish their book.  And out of that 3% who do finish their books, only 1 to 2 percent of them ever publish. On today’s episode of Writer Unleashed, we'll break down some of the most common barriers to bringing your story to the finish line,  and how to use brain science to become part of that 3% who finishes the book. 2021, here we come. We'll explore:Why talent isn't enough and the mindset you must cultivate insteadThe power of community to inspire and keep you accountableWhat you need more of than timeThe brain science behind why we procrastinate, how to stop stalling and start writing now.Also listen toEpisode 11: How to Make Time to Write When You Have No TimeJoin the private Writer Unleashed private Community on Facebook. It's FREE. You'll find support, inspiration, and the tools to move your writing forward in 2021. Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group. It's totally free to join.

Some days you're on fire. Other days, you feel like a dried up spec of dust. With no soul. You’ve lost motivation and may even have stopped writing altogether. So how do you get your mojo back so you can bring your work in progress to the finish line? On today's episode of Writer Unleashed, we'll explore 5 reasons our motivation fizzles out and how to turn it around. We'll talk about: the power of having a safe, judgement-free community what social scientists have discovered about what really motivates us. (this may surprise you.)the real reason we hit road blocks, plus what we need to break throughwhat flow is and how to get more of it, and...how to stay motivated day by dayAlso Listen ToEpisode 20:  Four Ways Your Writing Group Is Holding You Back (and what to look for in your next writing tribe)Join the Writer Unleashed private Community on Facebook. It's FREE. You'll find support, inspiration, and the tools to move your writing forward in 2021. Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group. It's totally free to join.

How do we create atmosphere in story in a way that evokes mood, and simultaneously reveals the inner life of your character?  Well, you already know how to do this.  On  today’s episode of Writer Unleashed, we’ll talk about what you instinctively know about creating mood and atmosphere, and how to use your instincts to create it on the page. And we’re going to do a writing exercise at the end of the episode, so have your pen and paper handy.Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group. It's totally free to join.

You’ve spent months, maybe years writing your story.  So you finally get the courage to send it out into the world - to an agent, a literary magazine, a publisher, or your writer’s group. And then you get a form rejection letter (the worst kind), or feedback from your peers that makes you want to give up the writing life altogether.  How do you bounce back? On today’s episode of Writer Unleashed, I’ll share 3 tips on re-framing rejection so that you can get back in the saddle and write stronger and better than ever.We'll explore:Why stories are rejectedA few masterpieces that faced years of rejection (this may surprise you)The Ship and Learn approachWhen you should be spending more time revising than submittingMy take on why failure gets a bad wrapAlso, Listen To:Episode 20. Four Ways Your Writing Group Is Holding You Back (and What To Look For In Your Next Writing Tribe)Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group. It's totally free to join.

You can change a character's hair color, geography, age, or gender, but often what inhibits our voice is a concern that we'll offend someone we know. A parent.  A sibling.  A school mate. So, what do we do?  We whitewash the truth. Or we avoid writing our story altogether. On today's episode of Writer Unleashed, we'll explore:3 reasons you need to tell your storyWhy secrets need to be unloadedThe power of compassion for yourself and yes, even for your oppressorsHow to own your side of the truthAlso, Listen ToEpisode 25: Why Your Voice MattersWorthy ReadsThe Kiss: A Memoir by Kathryn HarrisonFierce Attachments: A Memoir by Vivian Gornick Liberate your voice with my FREE 6-Day Audio CourseWant to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group. It's totally free to join.

Your voice is your most fundamental creative asset. But how do you access it? How do you let it flourish on the page? On today’s episode of Writer Unleashed, we’ll explore why your voice matters to you --and to your readers. I’ll also give you a writing prompt to invite your voice to come out and play... so have your pen and paper ready. On today's episode of Writer Unleashed, we'll explore:Why craft is useless without voiceHow to avoid a dull, mid-level voice Why your resistance is a good indication that you're on the right trackA writing exercise to coax your voice onto the pageAlso listen to:Episode 1: Why Write What You Know Is Bad AdviceEpisode 10: What is Writer's Voice? Want to kick writer's block to the curb? Sign up for my FREE 6-day audio class, Liberate Your Voice.Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group. It's totally free to join.

You have captivating characters, a page-turning plot, gorgeous imagery. But as soon as your characters start speaking, does your story falls flat?Here's the thing. You already know how to write crisp, compelling dialogue. On today's episode of Writer Unleashed, we'll explore 5 things to pay attention to in the conversations around you. This is all instruction for your story dialogue. We'll cover:Common mistakes writers make when writing dialogueSubtextMisdirectionCross purposesNon-verbal dialogueWe'll end with a 2-part eavesdropping exercise. Want to create multi-dimensional characters who defy stereotype?  Grab your free character questionnaire here. Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group. It's totally free to join.

What's the number  1 mindset that separates great writers from the novice? A willingness to embrace uncertainty.  And to not only embrace it but to create, cultivate and dance with it. On today's episode of Writer Unleashed, we'll explore:How avoiding uncertainty is straitjacketing your writingWhy  beneath chaos lies order and harmonyThe difference between convergent and divergent thinkingHow to use contradiction to hook readersHow to collaborate with your uncertainty to produce your most powerful, surprising work. Related Episodes19. Should I Outline Before I Write?21. How to Craft Your Ideal Story EndingFor more free writing resources, visit me at NanciPanuccio.comWant to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group. It's totally free to join.

How do we create characters readers believe in? How do we write  beyond stereotype?  On today’s episode of Writer Unleashed, we’ll explore 3  ways to create multi-dimensional characters. We'll explore: Plot-driven versus character-driven stories.The difference between empathy and sympathy.What really drives a reader's connection to your character.How to tap into your own impulses to create characters who breathe on the page. Want to create multi-dimensional characters who defy stereotype? Grab your Free Character Questionnaire here. Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group. It's totally free to join.