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First Draft Friday: Conversations about author craft

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Jul 13, 2021 • 35min

Episode 27: Dave Reed - Working with a writing coach

Guest author Dave Reed discusses how to stop the never-ending cycle of years of NOT finishing a book—with a little help from his friends. Hiring a writing coach can feel daunting and expensive and fraught. Learn the seven secrets to getting more than your money’s worth from a professional writing coach.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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Jun 8, 2021 • 33min

Episode 24: Andy Maslen - The psychology of thrillers

Guest author Andy Maslen is back with Alessandra Torre to discuss more about unpredictable emotions, unstable characters, and undermining perceptions in psychological thrillers.This is an unedited chat loaded with valuable and actionable advice.  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 16, 2021 • 35min

Episode 23: Andy Maslen - Writing a Psychological Thriller

Episode notes: Bestselling author Andy Maslen outlines the genre conventions, challenges and rewards of writing psychological thrillers. He discusses sympathetic victims and ambiguous villains with Alessandra Torre - you won't want to miss this one! 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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Apr 27, 2021 • 34min

Episode 22: MJ Blehart - Pantsing vs Plotting

Author MJ Blehart will discuss comparing and contrasting the different approaches of writing styles between “pantsers” and “planners” and the pros and cons of both. In this unedited chat, he’ll answer questions and give actionable tips.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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Apr 13, 2021 • 33min

Episode 21: How To Structure Your Novel

Author Jim Woods will discuss with author and CEO of Authors AI a simple way to structure your book. Learn how to create a compelling story that draws in the reader and keeps them turning the page.  In this unedited chat, he’ll answer questions and give actionable tips. 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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Apr 3, 2021 • 33min

Episode 20: Cindy Skaggs - Creating side characters that shine

Thank you for joining us today! We hope you enjoy this First Draft Friday Episode(FDF 20) with best-selling author and CEO of Authors AI, Alessandra Torre in a discussion with author Cindy Skaggs.Side characters are often written without development, created for a specific purpose, and then discarded without a second thought. On this most recent First Draft Friday, author Cindy Skaggs explored why side characters desire proper attention, and how they can improve your story.Side characters can be instrumental in giving your book depth, opening up your fictional world, and can be a great place for additional plotlines and main character development to occur.You'll listen as she answers audience questions, and get actionable tips on how to make the best use of these characters. Learn more about us and get an expert analysis of your novel in minutes! 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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Mar 19, 2021 • 38min

Episode 19: Marion Archer - Building a stronger editing team.

Thank you for joining us today! We hope you enjoy this First Draft Friday Episode(FDF 19) with best-selling author and CEO of Authors AI, Alessandra Torre in a discussion with editor Marion Archer. There comes a time in every novel’s life when it is time to leave the safe haven of the author’s computer and journey out into the world. Before it reaches retailer shelves, a variety of individuals should read and critique your masterpiece.Editor Marion Archer discusses what you need to know about building in the right beta readers and developmental eyes, when to bring them on, and the importance of a well-rounded editing team. You'll listen as she answers audience questions, and get actionable tips on how to have a stronger editing team and process. Learn more about us and get an expert analysis of your novel in minutes! 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 26, 2021 • 31min

Episode 18: Morgan Baden - Nail the Young Adult voice in your writing.

Thank you for joining us today! We hope you enjoy this First Draft Friday Episode(FDF 18) with best-selling author and CEO of Authors AI, Alessandra Torre in a discussion with best-selling YA author Morgan Baden. Young Adult stories are everywhere these days, but what makes YA…well, YA?On this episode of First Draft Friday, author Morgan Baden discusses how to nail the Young Adult voice in your writing. In this uncut chat, we explore how tone and language can make or break an authentic teen voice, and we learn what makes a book be classified as YA in the first place. Get an expert analysis of your novel in minutes! 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 15, 2021 • 38min

Episode 17: Bron Whitley - How hot should your romance novel be?

Romance authors Bron Whitley and Alessandra Torre discuss heat levels in different romance subgenres. Learn tips on building chemistry among characters in sweet and steamy ways, along with some do’s and don’ts of writing romantic scenes.Get an expert analysis of your novel in minutes! 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 15, 2021 • 30min

Episode 16 : Chris Fox - Increasing Your Writing Speed

Bestselling author Chris Fox and Alessandra Torre discuss how to get the most out of your writing time by increasing your writing speed. Learn tips and effective habits to improve your daily word count.Get your handout for Achieving Flow State: To write all the words Get an expert analysis of your novel in minutes! 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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