How To Write a Book Podcast

How To Write a Book Podcast

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How To Write a Book Podcast episodes

  • 158 - NANOWRIMO Day 3

    I'm writing a novel and have a very hard time staying focused while writing. What can I do?

    In this episode, we talk about some mental and physical blocks that are preventing you from staying focused while you write.

    In this episode, we tackle the number of ways that you can change your surroundings so that you can limit your distractions and also take note of what mental obstacles are happening so that you can be prepared and stay focused when you write.

    Links and Resources

    www.blackheartedstudios.com

    6 min
  • 157 - NANOWRIMO Day 2

    How am I supposed to write a novel if I can't write flowery? 

    In this episode, we tackle how to add beautiful language to your writing. We talked about the steps that you can take by simply reading and doing more focused reading.

    We also talked about how you can use other writers' work to upgrade your own work. We talk about how you can add certain language upgrades so that you can feel confident about your writing descriptions. 

    Links and Resources

    www.blackheartedstudios.com

     

    6 min
  • 156 - NANOWRIMO DAY 1

    Where do you actually start when you sit down to write your book?

    This is where I'm having trouble. I have ideas in my mind but I’m having trouble actually starting. 

    In this episode, we talk about the first things that you should tackle before starting your book. This includes how to prep your wishlist, what to write on your fear list, and how to approach your fixed list.

    In this short episode, we cover the mental blocks that might be stopping you from approaching your book and why you have trouble actually. 

    Links and Resources

    www.blackheartedstudios.com

     

     

    7 min
  • 155 - How to do Preptober

    Preptober or Prep in October is the month where you plan out your novel, getting ready for NATIONAL NOVEL WRITING MONTH otherwise known as NANOWRIMO.

     

    Join us in this episode, as we tackle what you should have on your list for the month of October and the necessary mind shifts that you need to take in order for you to succeed in November, and for national novel writing month.

     

    In this episode we dive into the top ways that we can overcome perfectionism and writing blocks so that you can have the best prep for 2022!

     

    Don't forget, the signature six month book coaching program has launched and we only accept less than a handful of students to be part of the program. Every writer in the program is pushed to finish a clean and strong manuscript by the end of the six months, guaranteed. For more information go to https://blackheartedstudios.com/6-month-book-coach/

    11 min
  • 154 - NANOWRIMO 2022 Kick-Off and October Prep

    It's that time of year again!

    It's time for us to kick-off NANOWRIMO and reach our goals of 50,000 words!

    Welcome back to the show or welcome aboard!

    We're excited to be back and this year's theme is "Question & Answer"!

     

    We took your questions from IG (@massielwrites) and are going to drop knowledge each day in the month of November 2022!

     

    Let's do this!

    9 min
  • 153 - Shaunta Grimes of Ninja Writers
    Welcome to episode 153!   Thanks for joining dear writer! This is a special episode because we were fortunate enough to catch Shaunta Grimes, published author and writing community extraordinare, right before a BIG weekend... Saturday Feb 12, 2022 will be her workshop that you can join for FREE!   In this episode, Shaunta and I talked about the following: Writing Archetypes Creating a Fantastic Writing Community How to use systems and processes to be a writer How being a writer is about the work Resources from Ninja Writers How to become a Plotter from a Panters     Here are the resources mentioned in this episode:   Ninja Writers Club: https://ninjawriters.org/p/a-novel-idea-subscription   FRED (Free Digital Copy): https://ninjawriters.org/p/fred   FRED Print Copy: https://www.amazon.com/FRED-Journal-Creating-Writing-Routine/dp/B09RV2L114/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2JDZZ96F8ST7L&keywords=FRED+the+write+a&qid=1644612989&sprefix=fred+the+write+a+%2Caps%2C99&sr=8-3   How to Test and Develop a Story Idea: https://ninjawriters.org/p/how-to-develop-test-a-story-idea   The Plotting Workshop: https://ninjawriters.org/p/the-plotting-workshop-the-heros-journey   Write Archetype Test: https://winter-meadow-7390.ck.page/a1ec276ba7         Enjoy this episode with Shaunta Grimes and catch her Ninja Writer's Community and FREE workshop BEFORE MONDAY, Feb 14, 2022 (at the time of this recording).     Keep writing!
    46 min
  • 152 - Children's Book Writer, Anna Barr

    Welcome to the show!

     

    Today, we're sharing a podcast that we actually recorded during the pandemic (!!!), how crazy is that! But, the info and our guest is so unbelievably awesome, it was about time we posted the interview!

     

    This was such a fabulous show with Awkwardly Anna podcast host, Anna Barr. 

     

    Anna is one of the clients for my book coaching program and she's working on her children's book!

     

    In this episode, Anna and Massiel dive deep into mom-entrepreneur life, working on children's stories, setting healthy boundaries, and working through the obstacles that occur when you work and create your first book.

     

    Anna's positivity is boundless and she's such an uplifting spirit, that it's hard not to smile throughout the entire episode. 

     

    We hope you gather inspiration for your writing and also hints to the writing process so you can tackle your book too!

     

    Catch Anna's podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/awkwardly-anna/id1548296622

     

    Get Life and Goal coaching from Anna at https://awkwardlyanna.com/

     

     

    If you need a life boost, she's your gal!

     

    <3 

    Massiel

    41 min
  • 151 - End of the Year 2021, Notes, Fails, & Wins!
    151 - End of the Year 2021, Notes, Fails, & Wins!     What we talk about on the show:
    • Wins and Fails
    • What we did this year
    • How to celebrate your writing
    • New client openings
    • Free Library on www.blackheartedstudios.com
          --------------------------------   Do you feel stuck when writing romance? Perhaps you feel like romance isn't "real literature"? Well, if you're looking for reasons WHY you should be writing romance, you've come to the right place!   Follow me on IG where I share even MORE WRITING TIPS! https://www.instagram.com/massielwrites/   *READY TO START WRITING?* https://linktr.ee/massiel_valenzuela   **** PATREON ACCOUNTABILITY GROUP https://www.patreon.com/massielvalenz...   ** PS: New VIDEO Training to SELF-EDIT YOUR BOOK in Less than 12 Minutes!*** https://mailchi.mp/985948b68e0f/black...   **Check out the Podcast on iTunes or on your favorite podcast app** https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...   !Follow us on Facebook and get all the goods! https://www.facebook.com/Blackhearted...   Catch up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/massielwrites/   RECOMMENDED WRITING TOOLS (I do receive a small portion of the sales from the following links at no extra cost to you.       Thanks for your support!)     EDITING SOFTWARE Pro Writing Aid https://prowritingaid.com/?afid=8969     RECOMMENDED DICTATION TOOLS & SOFTWARE Dragon Professional Individual 15.0 Speech Dictation and Voice Recognition Software [PC Download] https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01... https://amzn.to/3txZtIu   Andrea Communications NC-181VM USB On-Ear Monaural Computer Headset with Noise-canceling Microphone, in-line Volume/Mute Controls, and Built-in External Sound Card and USB Plug https://amzn.to/3q0ZXVu     OM Digital Solutions Voice Recorder WS-852 with 4GB, Automatic Mic Adjustment, Simple Mode, SILVER (V415121SU000) https://amzn.to/2YREHWi
    18 min
  • 150 - NANOWRIMO Day 30

    Welcome to the How To Write a Book Podcast.

    It's November, National Novel Writing Month.

    Today’s episode: Wrap

    Links and Resources

    www.nationalnovelwritingmonth.org

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    Do you feel stuck when writing romance? Perhaps you feel like romance isn't "real literature"? Well, if you're looking for reasons WHY you should be writing romance, you've come to the right place!   Follow me on IG where I share even MORE WRITING TIPS! https://www.instagram.com/massielwrites/   *READY TO START WRITING?* https://linktr.ee/massiel_valenzuela   **** PATREON ACCOUNTABILITY GROUP https://www.patreon.com/massielvalenz...   ** PS: New VIDEO Training to SELF-EDIT YOUR BOOK in Less than 12 Minutes!*** https://mailchi.mp/985948b68e0f/black...   **Check out the Podcast on iTunes or on your favorite podcast app** https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...   !Follow us on Facebook and get all the goods! https://www.facebook.com/Blackhearted...   Catch up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/massielwrites/   RECOMMENDED WRITING TOOLS (I do receive a small portion of the sales from the following links at no extra cost to you.       Thanks for your support!)

     

    5 min
  • 149 - NANOWRIMO Day 29

    Welcome to the How To Write a Book Podcast.

    It's November, National Novel Writing Month.

    Today’s episode: Editing All Out

    Links and Resources

    www.nationalnovelwritingmonth.org

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    Do you feel stuck when writing romance? Perhaps you feel like romance isn't "real literature"? Well, if you're looking for reasons WHY you should be writing romance, you've come to the right place!   Follow me on IG where I share even MORE WRITING TIPS! https://www.instagram.com/massielwrites/   *READY TO START WRITING?* https://linktr.ee/massiel_valenzuela   **** PATREON ACCOUNTABILITY GROUP https://www.patreon.com/massielvalenz...   ** PS: New VIDEO Training to SELF-EDIT YOUR BOOK in Less than 12 Minutes!*** https://mailchi.mp/985948b68e0f/black...   **Check out the Podcast on iTunes or on your favorite podcast app** https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...   !Follow us on Facebook and get all the goods! https://www.facebook.com/Blackhearted...   Catch up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/massielwrites/   RECOMMENDED WRITING TOOLS (I do receive a small portion of the sales from the following links at no extra cost to you.       Thanks for your support!)

     

    3 min

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This podcast will teach you how to write the book on your heart with how-to tips, examples, and inspiration to get you to be the writer you were meant to be!