In this episode, we talk about cover designs. We talk about things like how to make your book cover stand out and get noticed, how to get the book from the shelf into the shopping cart, and how the title plays a role. Everything you need to know about your book cover is discussed right here.

Transcript at: https://podcast.extradraft.com/ep32-book-title-book-cover

Episode 31 talks about the writer's voice. JT attempts to define voice and where it needs to be used. We also cover the different voices you can use as well as making voice constant throughout your project.

See the transcript at https://podcast.extradraft.com/ep31-voice/

In episode 30, JT breaks down the barrier over rejection. Learn what it takes to have thick skin and wear it like armor. We dive into rejections, editors notes and other forms of pain for a writer. Listen to how to deal with the pain and move forward, with a bit of advice from the guru.

In episode 29 we look at showing versus telling in your writing. We cover how to show, along with some examples and give you an exercise to make sure you understand what showing is. Finally, we cover when to show and when to tell.

Get the full transcript at: https://podcast.extradraft.com/show-vs-tell

Episode 28 teaches you why you need to do extensive research on a topic for your novels. It explains the two main ways to display this knowledge (Trickle Effect and Data Dump) and which one you should use.

In episode 27 we take a look at the adage "write what you know," and then break it down. Understanding that the meaning is far deeper than some surface definition will help your writing be more accurate, detailed and enjoyable.

Episode 26 talks about online grammar tools, where they are useful and when they are not. JT explains how online tools work and why you shouldn't put too much stock into them. He also touches on professional editors and what you can expect from a human over Artificial Intelligence.

In episode 25, I talk about passive and active voice in your writing. How to identify passive voice and when to remove it. I also cover the struggles it can cause and give you a couple of extra learning platforms.

Episode 24 brings us to the first grammar discussion. Learning what an adverb is, why we don't need them and how to edit them out of your writing is this weeks focus. Will it work for you? Absolutely, he said, expertly.

Episode 1 introduces the Freebie Friday Podcast and explains what it is. Further, JT will discuss the main topic: Storytelling. You will learn why it is important to be able to tell a story in all of your writing endeavors.