The Kate and Abbie Show

There's one big mistake I often see many new writers make… a mistake that can ruin your whole story and end your author career before it even begins. (No exaggeration.) This mistake has destroyed many writers who could have been great, if they had just done this ONE THING differently. What is this mistake? That's the big question we are unpacking and addressing in today's new episode of The Kate And Abbie Show! Join the discussion as we dig into this costly mistake that new writers make and what to do instead so that you write a spellbinding story that will impact readers around the world! Are you writing anything for #NaNoWriMo2023? Comment below and tell us about it! Subscribe for more episodes of #TheKateAndAbbieShow ✨ DON'T MISS OUR CO-WRITTEN SERIES RELEASE - sign up for the waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/kaemmons.com/kate-abbies-co-write-waiting-list PRE-ORDER Abbie's new book, The Otherworld: https://www.amazon.com/Otherworld-Abbie-Emmons-ebook/dp/B0CB9G22D9 Enroll in Kate's NEW Writer's Wellness Journey course: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/wellness-for-writers ➡️ Join the Patreon and get access to exclusive live hangout sessions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ 📖 PRE-ORDER ABBIE'S NEW BOOK, THE OTHERWORLD: https://www.amazon.com/Otherworld-Abbie-Emmons-ebook/dp/B0CB9G22D9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2YHBQ6JBZPSVY&keywords=abbie+emmons+the+otherworld&qid=1689030838&sprefix=abbie+emmons+the+otherworld%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-1 Kate's 7-Day Meditative Journey for Writers: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/writers-reset-7-day-meditative-journey ✏️TAKE ABBIE'S SCRIVENER MASTERCLASS: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/teachmescrivener 📓GET ABBIE'S FREE WRITING TEMPLATES: http://eepurl.com/gFYD8z 💻GET 20% OFF SCRIVENER - USE CODE "ABBIE" → https://a.paddle.com/v2/click/49535/117669?link=1570 GET ABBIE'S SCRIVENER THEMES: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/pack-of-7-custom-scrivener-themes/ 📚Buying our books is the best way to support us as artists! 📚 Get my first book, The Blood Race here: https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Race-K-Emmons/dp/1521963304/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659992894&sr=8-1 Get Abbie's book, 100 Days of Sunlight here: https://www.amazon.com/100-Days-Sunlight-Abbie-Emmons/dp/1733973311/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659993030&sr=1-1 Like this episode? Give us a thumbs up, subscribe, and tell us what you thought. Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) or her blog: https://www.heretocreateblog.com/ Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter) or her blog: https://www.abbiee.com/

Preptober starts now! Are you preparing to write your novel for NaNoWriMo 2023, but you're not sure where to start? We believe that everyone's process is different -- and that's why, in today's podcast, Kate and I are sharing out perspectives and best advice for bringing joy and creative inspiration to the story-planning journey. Grab your notebook and a cup of coffee, and let's get ready to write something amazing this November! 📖☕️✨ #NaNo #NaNoWriMo2023 #Preptober WANT TO DIVE DEEPER INTO OUTLINING? Check out my 2-part live training on plotting a novel start to finish: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/addictive-plot ✨ DON'T MISS OUR CO-WRITTEN SERIES RELEASE - sign up for the waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/kaemmons.com/kate-abbies-co-write-waiting-list PRE-ORDER Abbie's new book, The Otherworld: https://www.amazon.com/Otherworld-Abbie-Emmons-ebook/dp/B0CB9G22D9 Enroll in Kate's NEW Writer's Wellness Journey course: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/wellness-for-writers ➡️ Join the Patreon and get access to exclusive live hangout sessions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ 📖 PRE-ORDER ABBIE'S NEW BOOK, THE OTHERWORLD: https://www.amazon.com/Otherworld-Abbie-Emmons-ebook/dp/B0CB9G22D9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2YHBQ6JBZPSVY&keywords=abbie+emmons+the+otherworld&qid=1689030838&sprefix=abbie+emmons+the+otherworld%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-1 Kate's 7-Day Meditative Journey for Writers: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/writers-reset-7-day-meditative-journey ✏️TAKE ABBIE'S SCRIVENER MASTERCLASS: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/teachmescrivener 📓GET ABBIE'S FREE WRITING TEMPLATES: http://eepurl.com/gFYD8z 💻GET 20% OFF SCRIVENER - USE CODE "ABBIE" → https://a.paddle.com/v2/click/49535/117669?link=1570 GET ABBIE'S SCRIVENER THEMES: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/pack-of-7-custom-scrivener-themes/ 📚Buying our books is the best way to support us as artists! 📚 Get my first book, The Blood Race here: https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Race-K-Emmons/dp/1521963304/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659992894&sr=8-1 Get Abbie's book, 100 Days of Sunlight here: https://www.amazon.com/100-Days-Sunlight-Abbie-Emmons/dp/1733973311/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659993030&sr=1-1 Like this episode? Give us a thumbs up, subscribe, and tell us what you thought. Connect with Kate on Instagram (@lonehawkwriter) or her blog: https://www.heretocreateblog.com/ Connect with Abbie on Instagram (@makeyourstorymatter) or her blog: https://www.abbiee.com/

Are you struggling to make your side characters three-dimensional, relatable, and compelling? What if you could give them internal conflict that deepens their character and enriches the plot, even if they don't have a POV? In this episode, Kate and Abbie share tips and tricks for writing side characters with internal conflict. They discuss how internal conflict can drive a story forward and make side characters more layered, and offer practical advice for creating meaningful internal conflict. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, this episode will help you take your side characters to the next level. Help us keep this podcast alive and free of interruptions: www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow

Are you tired of the same old romance tropes? Do you want to shake things up and create a compelling love story between your hero and villain? If so, this new episode of The Kate and Abbie Show is for you! Today, we’re diving into the complexities of writing a romance between a protagonist and antagonist. We're sharing simple but powerful techniques for building tension, trust, and chemistry between two characters who are sworn enemies. So whether you're a seasoned writer looking to shake up your storytelling or a new writer just starting out, this episode of The Kate and Abbie Show will give you the tools you need to craft a romance that defies expectations. Grab a notebook and let’s get into it! Click here to watch the video version of this podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrH1_TKjn-8

Are you struggling to find time to write? Do you constantly find yourself procrastinating and avoiding your writing projects? Are you desperate to establish a writing habit that truly lasts? If so, today’s podcast is for you! In this episode of The Kate and Abbie Show, Abbie and I share powerful tips and techniques to help you overcome writing challenges like procrastination and perfectionism. Whether you're a seasoned writer or a beginner, this episode is guaranteed to motivate you to make writing a daily part of your life. So grab a notebook and let's get started!

Condensing your perhaps 100k+ word book into a tiny blurb is no easy task! Many writers are intimidated by the idea of narrowing down their book to a mere, brief summery. We have but a moment to capture our readers attention! So what goes into crafting an engaging book blurb? We're breaking that down in this episode, so grab your notebook and lets go! 💬 GET 20% OFF ABBIE'S BOOK BLURB MASTERCLASS -- USE CODE "KATEANDABBIE" AT CHECKOUT → https://www.learnfromabbie.com/p/how-to-craft-a-bestseller-book-blurb ➡️ Join the Patreon and get access to exclusive live hangout sessions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ 📖 PRE-ORDER ABBIE'S NEW BOOK, THE OTHERWORLD: https://www.amazon.com/Otherworld-Abbie-Emmons-ebook/dp/B0CB9G22D9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2YHBQ6JBZPSVY&keywords=abbie+emmons+the+otherworld&qid=1689030838&sprefix=abbie+emmons+the+otherworld%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-1 ✨ DON'T MISS OUR CO-WRITE RELEASE - get on the waiting list here: https://mailchi.mp/kaemmons.com/kate-abbies-co-write-waiting-list Kate's 7-Day Meditative Journey for Writers: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/writers-reset-7-day-meditative-journey ✏️TAKE ABBIE'S SCRIVENER MASTERCLASS: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/teachmescrivener 📓GET ABBIE'S FREE WRITING TEMPLATES: http://eepurl.com/gFYD8z 💻GET 20% OFF SCRIVENER - USE CODE "ABBIE" → https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener-affiliate.html?fpr=abbie26  📚Buying our books is the best way to support us as artists!📚 Get my first book, The Blood Race here: https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Race-K-Emmons/dp/1521963304/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659992894&sr=8-1 Get Abbie's book, 100 Days of Sunlight here: https://www.amazon.com/100-Days-Sunlight-Abbie-Emmons/dp/1733973311/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659993030&sr=1-1 Like this episode? Give us a thumbs up, subscribe, and tell us what you thought.

Are you struggling to create an opening hook that truly grabs your reader's attention? Are you having trouble making your readers care about your characters and their desires? Do you feel like your world-building is getting in the way of your story? In this episode, we're discussing the key elements of a BANGER opening hook. We explore how internal conflict is the most important aspect of a story, as it pits a character's desires against their fears. We're also going to provide tips on how to use external events to bring the internal conflict to the forefront and show why it matters to the characters. To ensure that you're creating compelling internal conflict, we're also sharing a list of questions to ask yourself as you write your first chapter. Join us as we explore the art of storytelling and help you craft a brilliant opening hook! ➡️ Join the Patreon and get access to exclusive live hangout sessions: https://www.patreon.com/thekateandabbieshow/ 📖 PRE-ORDER ABBIE'S NEW BOOK, THE OTHERWORLD: https://www.amazon.com/Otherworld-Abbie-Emmons-ebook/dp/B0CB9G22D9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2YHBQ6JBZPSVY&keywords=abbie+emmons+the+otherworld&qid=1689030838&sprefix=abbie+emmons+the+otherworld%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-1 ✨ DON'T MISS OUR CO-WRITE RELEASE - get on the waiting list here: https://mailchi.mp/kaemmons.com/kate-abbies-co-write-waiting-list Kate's 7-Day Meditative Journey for Writers: https://kaemmons.teachable.com/p/writers-reset-7-day-meditative-journey ✏️TAKE ABBIE'S SCRIVENER MASTERCLASS: https://makeyourstorymatter.teachable.com/p/teachmescrivener 📓GET ABBIE'S FREE WRITING TEMPLATES: http://eepurl.com/gFYD8z 💻GET 20% OFF SCRIVENER - USE CODE "ABBIE" → https://a.paddle.com/v2/click/49535/117669?link=1570 📚Buying our books is the best way to support us as artists!📚 Get my first book, The Blood Race here: https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Race-K-Emmons/dp/1521963304/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659992894&sr=8-1 Get Abbie's book, 100 Days of Sunlight here: https://www.amazon.com/100-Days-Sunlight-Abbie-Emmons/dp/1733973311/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1659993030&sr=1-1 Like this episode? Give us a thumbs up, subscribe, and tell us what you thought.

We often hear the phrase, "Anti-heroes are too good to be 'bad' but too bad to be 'good.'" But there's more to these broody, dark, and irresistible characters. In fact, some pretty distinct features go into crafting an unforgettable (and completely lovable) anti-hero. So if you're writing a character somewhere between a hero and a villain... grab a notebook, and let's get into some tips and examples that will help you make your anti-hero SHINE!

Writing clear and captivating descriptions isn't always as easy as it sounds. We've heard from so many writers who struggle with this complex aspect of the writing process. Descriptions have the potential to immerse us in a story, transport us to new worlds, and introduce us to vivid characters. However, description can sometimes bog down your writing, cause scenes to drag, and overwhelm your reader with information. So how do we strike a balance, and find that perfect "sweet spot" for writing descriptions that make us want to break out our highlighters? That's what we're exploring in this episode - with side-by-side examples! So grab a notebook and let's begin!

Not sure how to end your story? You want to write an unforgettable ending that will leave a lasting impression on your readers… but how do you pull that off in a powerful way? In today’s podcast, Abbie and I share the most important keys to writing an emotional and satisfying ending for your story. Whether you’re writing a standalone or a series — whether it’s a sweet rom-com or an epic dark fantasy — this episode will help you to craft your next amazing ending! Grab a notebook and let's get started.