In which the Beacons talk about how they deal with feedback from readers and offer some tips and tricks for making this part of the writing process not sting so much. 

In this episode, Kat and Leah talk about writing groups, both online and in person, and the ways writing with others can help propel your writing forward. 

The Beacons talk a little bit about what it would be like to win an award or contest and different ways to think about that part of the writing journey. 

The Beacons go over how important it is to know your strengths as a writer and to be proud of what you do well. 

Kat and Leah talk about dialogue and how they make their characters speak in authentic ways and offer some tips and tricks about making dialogue convincing and interesting. 

Re-entry into writing on a project can be difficult, but the Beacons are here to whip you into shape. 

The Beacons talk about writing kits, the things they need to write so they are prepared to write at all times. From laptops to bank pens to notebooks, Kat and Leah talk about what they are using right now in their writing kits. 

In this episode, Kat and Leah offer their opinions on writing workshops and conferences and how they feel largely shut out of them. In their tips and tricks, they talk about how they can conquer these feelings and gain the skills gained from attending workshops or conferences. 

Sometimes the smaller parts of stories can help inform the larger world you are creating. Today, the Beacons talk about how they make sure everyone in their stories has a voice.

In this episode, the Beacons dive into Kat's favorite part of writing: world building. Kat will share her tips and tricks to help build your world for your stories and Leah, like many of you, will mostly take notes.