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First Draft Friday: Conversations about author craft

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Jul 10, 2022 • 31min

Episode 45 - Amy L. Bernstein - Revealing Character Through Dialogue

Amy L. Bernstein and Alessandra Torre discuss the art of revealing character through dialogue in fiction. They delve into techniques for crafting unique character voices and avoiding mundane conversations. The episode includes a comparison of character dialogue in 'Pride and Prejudice' and tips on maintaining consistency in character interactions for richer narratives.
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Jun 8, 2022 • 31min

Episode 44 - Gordon Byron - Playing Your Role

In this episode of First Draft Friday from Authors A.I. our guest, Gordon Byron is in a discussion with Alessandra Torre about the role writers play in character development.Writers are actors who must play all roles and get inside every characters’ head to make stories interesting and characters real, multi-layered and memorable.Join us as Gordon discusses playing your role(s).This is an unedited chat loaded with questions and answers.  Listen in!Did you know you can get an expert analysis of your novel in just minutes?Get your book analyzed here > https://authors.ai/This is an unedited chat loaded with questions and answers. Listen in!Did you know you can get an expert analysis of your novel in just minutes?Get your book analyzed here > https://authors.ai/
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38 snips
May 17, 2022 • 37min

Episode 43: Becca Puglisi - Using Conflict for Maximum Impact

In this episode of First Draft Friday from Authors A.I. our guest, Becca Puglisi is in a discussion with Alessandra Torre about conflict’s role in plot and character arc.Becca’s excited to discuss the pivotal role conflict plays in storytelling. It shapes plot, influences character development, and generates tension and emotion for readers—all vital elements for a successful story.Join us as she discusses using conflict for maximum impact.This is an unedited chat loaded with questions and answers.  Listen in!Did you know you can get an expert analysis of your novel in just minutes?Get your book analyzed here > https://authors.ai/This is an unedited chat loaded with questions and answers. Listen in!Did you know you can get an expert analysis of your novel in just minutes?Get your book analyzed here > https://authors.ai/
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May 10, 2022 • 32min

Episode 42: Danielle Girard - The Long Road To Publication

Best-selling author Danielle Girard joins Alessandra Torre to discuss the long road to publication. They talk about facing rejection, staying motivated, and finding ways to keep writing fun. Girard shares insights on navigating the publishing process, dealing with comparison, and embracing the writing journey with a supportive community.
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31 snips
Apr 8, 2022 • 31min

Episode 41 : Sierra Simone - Packing an (Emotional) Punch

Discussion with best-selling author Sierra Simone on infusing stories with depth and emotion, crafting complex characters, creating powerful emotional moments, analyzing the impact of fiction on readers' emotions, and exploring the complexities of villains in storytelling.
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Apr 2, 2022 • 36min

Episode #40 - James Rosone: Creating a Bestseller Using Marlowe

Best-selling author James Rosone discusses using Marlowe report to engineer a bestseller and effective audience targeting. He crafted series in Thrillers and SciFi. The chat explores AI-assisted manuscript analysis, novel pacing visualization, Marlowe's utility in manuscript development, plotting successful book trilogy, and maintaining quality in book series.
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Mar 12, 2022 • 38min

Episode 39: Tiffany Reisz - Make Settings Sexy

USA Today best-selling author Tiffany Reisz discusses the importance of settings in novels, emphasizing how they can shape the narrative and resonate with readers. The conversation covers crafting authentic settings, historical research, and the journey of crafting a bestseller through extensive rewrites.
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Feb 27, 2022 • 36min

Episode 38: Stephenie Magister - You 100% Don’t Understand Your Genre

Author and editor for award-winning and best-selling books, Stephenie Magister helps us take a deeper look at what experience the reader is REALLY having in the genre you thought you were writing in (comedy, horror, thriller, sci-fi, fantasy, literature, memoir, creative nonfiction vs personal essay).Join us as she discusses understanding your genre.This is an unedited chat loaded with questions and answers.  Listen in!Did you know you can get an expert analysis of your novel in just minutes?Get your book analyzed here > https://authors.ai/This is an unedited chat loaded with questions and answers. Listen in!Did you know you can get an expert analysis of your novel in just minutes?Get your book analyzed here > https://authors.ai/
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Feb 18, 2022 • 37min

Episode 37: Jeff Deck - Conquering the Writer’s Block Myth

Our guest, writing coach, ghostwriter, and author Jeff Deck is in a discussion with Alessandra Torre about conquering the writer’s block myth.Jeff shares his STICK framework for overcoming self-doubt and self-sabotage to finally finish your novel.Join us as he discusses, Conquering the Writer’s Block Myth.This is an unedited chat loaded with questions and answers.  Listen in!Did you know you can get an expert analysis of your novel in just minutes?Get your book analyzed here > https://authors.ai/Sign up for our next LIVE Event > https://authors.ai/first-draft-fridays/This is an unedited chat loaded with questions and answers. Listen in!Did you know you can get an expert analysis of your novel in just minutes?Get your book analyzed here > https://authors.ai/
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Feb 8, 2022 • 33min

Episode 36: Ryan Schow - Bridging The Genre Gap

Guest author Ryan Schow is in a discussion with Alessandra Torre about transitioning between genres.Should you step outside your genre? USA Today Bestselling author Ryan Schow talks about making the transition from a highly successful career in post-apocalyptic fiction to dipping his toes in the thriller market as an independent author.Join us as he discusses the keys to tapping into a brand new market!This is an unedited chat loaded with questions and answers.  Listen in!Did you know you can get an expert analysis of your novel in just minutes?Get your book analyzed here > https://authors.ai/This is an unedited chat loaded with questions and answers. Listen in!Did you know you can get an expert analysis of your novel in just minutes?Get your book analyzed here > https://authors.ai/

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