Show, don't Tell Writing with Suzy Vadori

Suzy Vadori
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Jul 2, 2025 • 38min

52. Show don't Tell Page Review: Action Scenes with Michael

Send us a textIn this week's episode, Suzy chats with fellow editor Michael, and they review opportunities to amp up the stakes in his Action Scene. Sign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight
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Jun 24, 2025 • 15min

51. Inner Circle Open House Q&A Session

Send us a textOn Friday, June 20th, 2025, Suzy held an Open House for her Inner Circle membership program. In addition to a workshop, there was an open Q&A session. Tune in for a frank discussion of writers' most burning questions, including: How do I structure my novel?How many POVs is too many?When do most writers fail? Sign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight
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Jun 17, 2025 • 20min

50. Celebrating 50 and Taking Creative Leaps

Send us a textIn this milestone episode, Suzy celebrates reaching 50 years of life, and 50 podcast episodes by looking back at the choices that led her to living her writing dreams. Get ready to embrace taking creative leaps whether you are in your 20s, or 80s (or somewhere in between!) it's never to late to get your story out into the world! Sign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight
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Jun 10, 2025 • 24min

49. Define Your Book's "Takeaway" to Decide What Scenes Belong

Send us a textDefining a Theme or "Takeaway" for your book can help you at any stage of the writing process. In this episode, Suzy dives into how to define your takeaway, why it matters, and how to use it to test each scene. Using the takeaway you can write a book that is laser-focused on your message, and create an experience that readers will love.Sign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight
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Jun 3, 2025 • 21min

48. Book Two Blues

Send us a textCongratulations! Your first book is a success, and you're ready to write book two! But wait... how do you guarantee that readers love book two as much as they loved your first? In this episode, Suzy examines the common pitfalls and how to avoid them when writing a follow-up book in a series. Sign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight
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May 27, 2025 • 25min

47. When You Can Tell in Your Writing (Show, don't Tell Part 3)

Send us a textIn part three of three, Suzy reverses course and shares the times where TELLING is preferred to SHOWING. Take note on when it is appropriate to gloss over details, skip time, and give a little more information in a direct way so that your readers stay informed and engaged in your story. Sign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight
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May 20, 2025 • 23min

46. Next Level Showing in Your Writing - Hunt Down Those Tells (Show, don't Tell part 2)

Send us a textIn part two of this three-part series, Suzy dives deeper into the practical application of Show, don't Tell. For this lesson, she focuses on the advanced strategies, including how to target specificity, avoid white wall syndrome, and deal with repetitions. Sign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight
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May 13, 2025 • 34min

45. Show, don't Tell: Why Should You Care & A New Take on the Basic Examples You've Heard Before (Part 1)

Send us a textPart 1 of a 3 part series breaking down Show, don't Tell in a way you have never heard before. Using evocative examples, she walks you through the basics, while elevating them to a new level. Whether you've just started writing, or have been writing for years, you will learn something new in this episode.In part 1, Suzy tackles: What is show, don't tell? Why should you care? Places in your writing to eliminate telling and increase showingResources to help you become a more descriptive and immersive writer.Mentioned in the Episode: 5 Elements of Writing ArticleThe Emotion Thesaurus Episode 14: Show, don't Tell Page Review: Women's FictionEpisode 22: Show, don't Tell Page Review: FantasySign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight
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May 6, 2025 • 39min

44. Memoir Writing and Backpack Adventures with Author Candace MacPhie

Send us a textIn this episode, Suzy chats with Memoirist Candace MacPhie about her journey (both literal and metaphorical) writing her "Back in a Year" memoir series.  They talk about setting boundaries when writing a memoir, how to 'kill your darlings,' and the importance of working with a book coach or editor who understands your vision for your story. Mentioned in the Episode: Listening Pass Free ResourceSign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight
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Apr 29, 2025 • 43min

43. The Value of Critique Partners with Julie Artz

Send us a textIn this week's episode, Suzy chats with book coach Julie Artz about her Critique Partner matching program called "CP Meet Cute" (register here!) They discuss the different types of people who read and offer critique, including alpha readers, beta readers, critique partners, book coaches, editors, and agents. If you've ever wondered what the difference is, this is the episode for you. Tune in to find out how to take critique and the value of a critique partner for your writing journey. Sign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight

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