Keystroke Medium

Chuck and Josh talk about writing for the sake of writing and not a business.

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Gotten lost in the middle of your plot? Feel like something's missing, but you're not sure what? NYT bestselling science fiction author Mal Cooper is here to talk story structure, pacing strategies, and how to tighten up the middle of your story that might be sagging.

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     Horizons Beyond - https://amzn.to/2SrJ6uX

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Do you, my most estimable yet remarkably humble reader, sometimes, while the sun beams brightly through yonder window upon your face as you read this sentence in all its glowing prose, wonder if--perhaps, maybe, even mayhaps--it's better to be concise?

If you don't, your editor will cut you.

Tonight, we're talking about purple prose. Making your words more clear and concise. Sharpen your red pencils and get ready to cut some words.

Check out the full Reedsy blog article we're discussing, "What is Purple Prose? And How to Avoid It" here: https://blog.reedsy.com/purple-prose/

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     Horizons Beyond - https://amzn.to/2SrJ6uX

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Keystroke Medium Anthologies

     Kingdoms of Iron and Stone - https://amzn.to/2GjbE6I 

     Horizons Beyond - https://amzn.to/2SrJ6uX

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Tonight the Story Engineer himself, Larry Brooks, drops by to chat story structure.

In this episode, Larry walks us through three key questions we need to ask ourselves: How do I know if my story idea is strong enough? How can I revise my WIP to make it even better? How will I know when I'm done?

We talk pacing, structure, pinch points, and more as we go through the big ideas of his latest book for authors, Great Stories Don’t Write Themselves: Criteria-Driven Strategies for More Effective Fiction.

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This episode is brought to you by Defiance: Junctionworld Book 1 by Bear Ross

Bring out the mechs and fire up the chainsword. Ready. Fight!

Mech Pilot Jessica Kramer fights to survive in the armored arenas of Junctionworld, like her father and brother before her. She’s good, but not as good. If she ever hopes to be better, she’ll need to stop getting in her own way.

When she discovers the circumstances behind her famous brother's death were more than just a result of the games, her path turns to vengeance. The deeper she digs, the harder the truth becomes, and the more sinister the plot to eliminate her as well.

Renegade cyborgs, inter-dimensional menaces, and the mysterious forces that destroyed her brother are closing in from every direction. Jessica needs to stay one step ahead or she'll have one foot in the grave. And if she ever hopes to uncover the conspiracy against her family, she’ll have to overcome her personal demons first.

If you’re a fan of Stargate or Battletech, with shades of Gladiator mixed in, you won’t want to miss this thrilling science fiction adventure from debut author Bear Ross.

Also available on Audible, narrated by the award-winning Emily Woo Zeller.

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Keystroke Medium Anthologies

     Kingdoms of Iron and Stone - https://amzn.to/2GjbE6I 

     Horizons Beyond - https://amzn.to/2SrJ6uX

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An example of edit-ready work. Ellen and Walt discuss getting the best edit for your money. Dexter and Ribsy are mysteriously missing.

See the sample here: https://imgur.com/n6d22uQ 

Editing inquiries: [email protected] 

Dexter's DNA results: EMBK.ME/DEXTER225Ribsy's DNA results: http://embk.me/ribsy?utm_campaign=cns_ref_dog_pub_profile&utm_medium=other&utm_source=embark Only because you asked: No Safe Words, LLC tee:http://www.redbubble.com/people/ecf2xtreme/works/38267606

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For all the latest and greatest KSM Gear, check out our store at: https://keystrokemedium.com/ksm-store/

Also, subscribe to Sci Fi Explorations for the best discounted and free books we come across through our contacts: http://www.scifiexplorations.com

Keystroke Medium Anthologies

     Kingdoms of Iron and Stone - https://amzn.to/2GjbE6I 

     Horizons Beyond - https://amzn.to/2SrJ6uX

If you enjoy this podcast, please leave us a review and rate the show on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher, or where ever else you found us!

Become a Medium today! https://keystrokemedium.com/mediums/

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Keystroke Medium Anthologies

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     Horizons Beyond - https://amzn.to/2SrJ6uX

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Want to sell more books? Keep your readers happy. But HOW?

There are loads of ways to answer that question, just as there are loads of readers out there, but in this episode we look at four things most readers are looking for (even if they don't know it)... Plot, Pacing, Fulfilling Reader "Promises," Humor, and the Rule of Cool. Take a listen as Lauren, Kalene, and author Jason Winn break down each one.

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This episode is brought to you by - Tough Luck: A YA Action Adventure Urban Fantasy (Saga of the Shamrock Samurai Book 1) by Dean Floyd

How many shotgun blasts does it take to kill a Banshee? Sean O’Farrell is supposed to be lucky. If you couldn’t tell by the name, he’s Irish. Irish American that is. He’s only had the bad kind of luck lately.

Sean’s just a normal high school graduate struggling at being a young adult. In the meantime he’s juggling homework, a possible girlfriend, a chaos wizard, and a screaming Banshee.

If Sean doesn’t stop the Banshee, she might not only kill him, but his mom and kid brother too. Luckily Sean’s got a samurai sword, his dad’s old gun, a ‘69 Fastback, and possibly a little magic.

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Keystroke Medium Anthologies

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     Horizons Beyond - https://amzn.to/2SrJ6uX

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What happens when three editors get four writing samples to talk writing craft tips? One good time.

Okay. That might have been a little cheesy. But seriously.

This episode is fun.

Join Ellen, Kalene, and Lauren as they dig into the writer's first task, to connect with the reader. We talk about what makes effective scene openings, characterization, strong word choice, dramatic tension, and so much more. Ready to take your next step on the writer's journey?

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This episode is brought to you by Edge of Valor: A Military Sci-Fi Thriller (Valor Book 1)

Which is on sale for ninety-nine cents this week! (First week of Oct. 2019)

"A tour de force."--David Weber, NYT bestselling author of the Honor Harrington Series.

When their mission fails, his begins.

Special Agent Jackson Fischer is a man after truth. When a military operation to extract a high-ranking ambassador from the war-torn, border world of Stonemeyer ends in disaster, Fischer is called in to investigate.

A whole platoon went in, but only three Alliance Marines returned, the rest killed in action, along with hundreds of civilians. With tensions between the Holloman Alliance and Stonemeyer rising, Fischer attempts to stitch the pieces together. One thing becomes more and more certain: The surviving Marines are lying.

As the truth unfurls, Fischer begins to realize this was far more than a simple rescue mission...and that the truth might be something best left buried.

Filled with action, mystery, and well-crafted characters, Edge of Valor (Valor Series Book 1) will pull you into a world of war, conspiracy, and betrayal. It's perfect for fans of David Weber’s Honorverse, or Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan with a futuristic flair.

Also available on Audible, narrated by the award-winning Marc Vietor.

 

FIND IT HERE: https://amzn.to/2ImLeQR

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Also, subscribe to Sci Fi Explorations for the best discounted and free books we come across through our contacts: http://www.scifiexplorations.com

Keystroke Medium Anthologies

     Kingdoms of Iron and Stone - https://amzn.to/2GjbE6I 

     Horizons Beyond - https://amzn.to/2SrJ6uX

If you enjoy this podcast, please leave us a review and rate the show on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher, or where ever else you found us!