Marisa's Wicked Word Nosh

Marisa's Wicked Word Nosh

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Marisa's Wicked Word Nosh episodes

  • A (Mostly) Non-Partisan Look at Political Speechwriting

    Many of us are going to be hearing more political speeches than usual these next few months. Although we will very likely disagree on the content of many of those speeches, if we focus on the craft of political speechwriting itself, we might be surprised to find that many political speeches have more things in common than we may previously have thought.

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    Helpful links:


    • "The Political Speechwriter's Life," by Robert Lehrman: https://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/11/03/the-political-speechwriters-life/
    • "What It's Really Like to Be a Political Speechwriter," by Emma Roller and National Journal: https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2015/07/what-its-really-like-to-be-a-political-speechwriter/455706/
    • "Five Myths about Political Speechwriting," by Jeff Shesol: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/five-myths-about-political-speechwriting/2016/07/22/a23ee460-4f70-11e6-aa14-e0c1087f7583_story.html
    • "Speechwriter, Repent," by David Murray: https://prorhetoric.com/speechwriter-repent/
      • 26 min
    • Choosing the "Right" Book Title: It's Not an Exact Science, After All!

      We don't have to like it, but we need to accept the reality that the titles we choose for our books matter. While it's not easy for many authors to come up with the "right" title, there's a lot of advice out there that can help make the process of naming your next masterwork less painful...and even fun!

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      Helpful links:


      • "Naming Your Novel: How to Choose a Fiction Title That Fits," by Jacob Mohr: https://www.tckpublishing.com/how-to-choose-a-fiction-title/
      • "Coming Up With the Perfect Title for Your Novel": https://nybookeditors.com/2017/02/coming-perfect-title-novel/
      • "How to Come Up With a Good Book Title": https://www.wikihow.com/Come-Up-with-a-Good-Book-Title
      • "Can a Book Title be Copyrighted?" by Jean Murray: https://www.thebalancesmb.com/can-a-book-title-be-copyrighted-3974593#:~:text=Book%20Titles%20Typically%20Can't,not%20eligible%20to%20be%20copyrighted.

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        23 min
      • Critics Are Everywhere...and YOU Can Handle 'Em!

        If you're serious about becoming a writer, you're going to need to face criticism...a LOT of it. Some of it will help you grow as a writer, and some of it will hurt, but I provide a number of tips to help you deal with it and continue to pursue your dreams.

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        Helpful links:


        • "6 Top Tips For Dealing With Criticism Of Your Writing," by Claire Bradshaw: https://writersedit.com/fiction-writing/6-top-tips-for-dealing-with-criticism-of-your-writing/#:~:text=Read%20on%20%E2%80%93%20we%27ve%20got%20six%20essential%20tips,done%2C%20but%20try%20not%20to%20take%20critiques%20personally.
        • "How to Handle Criticism of Your Writing," by Daphne Gray-Grant: https://www.publicationcoach.com/how-to-handle-criticism-of-your-writing/
          • 23 min
        • Feel Like an Impostor? You're NOT Alone!
          "Impostor Syndrome" happens to a wide variety of people, both within and outside of the creative community. I discuss my own struggles with it, and recommend ways of coping with it.
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          I'd also really appreciate it if you could rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher, as it'll help a lot more people find out about this show!
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          Helpful links:
          "The Reality of Imposter Syndrome," by Megan Dalla-Camina: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/real-women/201809/the-reality-imposter-syndrome
          "How Artists Can Overcome Imposter Syndrome," by Dom Carter: https://www.creativebloq.com/features/how-artists-can-overcome-imposter-syndrome
          "8 Ways to Overcome Imposter Syndrome as an Artist," by Artwork Archive: https://www.artworkarchive.com/blog/8-ways-to-overcome-imposter-syndrome-as-an-artist
          "How to Battle Impostor Syndrome: Owning Your Writing as Art," by Marian Ryan: https://thewritelife.com/battle-impostor-syndrome/
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        • Legal and Persuasive Writing...with Sean McAllister!

          In this week's episode, I speak to Sean McAllister (a talented writer, podcast guest, and good friend!) about legal writing, and about persuasive writing in general.


          Sean's bio:


          Sean McAllister was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, and attended law school at LSU, where he met some amazing, life-long friends.  Sean began his career as a personal injury and civil rights lawyer, representing police brutality and sexual harassment victims around the Lafayette area for years.  He moved back to New Orleans in 2018 to be closer to his family, and now works as an insurance defense and divorce lawyer for the Loeb Law Firm in Mandeville, Louisiana

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          Instagram: marisadf13


          I'd also really appreciate it if you could subscribe to this podcast, & rate & review it on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts!

          50 min
        • [For] Those Who Don't Know Historical Fiction...

          I attempt to describe historical fiction (as well as "alternate history" and "historical fantasy"), explain why we need it, and provide some tips for those who might be interested in trying their hands at writing in this genre.

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          I'd also really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher, as it'll help a lot more people find out about this show!

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          Helpful links:


          • "Historical Fiction": https://www.goodreads.com/genres/historical-fiction
          • "Historical Fiction": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Historical_fiction
          • "11/22/63 (Novel)": https://11-22-63.fandom.com/wiki/11/22/63_(Novel)
          • "How 'Watchmen' Pulled Off the 1921 Tulsa Massacre," by Jason Hellerman: https://nofilmschool.com/watchmen-tulsa-massacre-making-of#:~:text=How%20%27Watchmen%27%20Pulled%20Off%20the%201921%20Tulsa%20Massacre,about%20in%20history%20classes%20--%20if%20at%20all.
          • "How to Write Historical Fiction," co-authored by Stephanie Wong Ken, MFA: https://www.wikihow.com/Write-Historical-Fiction
          • "Can Romanticized Historical Fiction Distort Our Perspective?": https://pursuethinking.com/can-romanticized-historical-fiction-distort-our-perspective/
            • 25 min
          • Playwriting & More...with Carolynne Wilcox!

            I recently spoke to Seattle-based actor and playwright Carolynne Wilcox via Skype. She had a lot of intriguing and helpful things to say about playwriting...and writing in general. Enjoy!

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            Carolynne's bio:


            Carolynne Wilcox is a playwright, actor and graphic designer who calls Seattle, WA home. Her plays have been produced both in Seattle and nationally, in Alaska, Chicago, Baltimore and Orlando, to name a few. As the daughter of a diplomat having grown up internationally as well as in the US, she’s been a serious writer since the godawful fantasy novels she used to write at the tender age of 12, and besides those, has written numerous poems, essays, in addition to corporate content and blog work. After a lifetime as an actor, she finally dared write her first play in 2003, and it remains her constant, most fascinating genre. More info and work samples can be found at www.carolynnewilcox.com.


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          • Hey! Who Are You Calling an "Escapist"?

            Does "escapist" art and literature have a place during times as turbulent as these? I attempt to answer this question by considering what "escapist" literature encompasses and whether any form of literature can truly be considered "escapist." I also explore some of the benefits this type of literature may offer.

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            Helpful links:

            • "What is Escapist Literature," by Hasa: https://pediaa.com/what-is-escapist-literature/
            • "A Brief History of the Romance Novel," by Amanda Pagan: https://www.nypl.org/blog/2019/02/15/brief-history-romance-novel-recommendations
            • "Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books with a Powerful Message of Social Justice," by Joel Cunningham: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/blog/sci-fi-fantasy/20-sci-fi-fantasy-books-message-social-justice/
            • "14 Sci-Fi Books about Climate Change's Worst Case Scenarios," by Andrew Liptak: https://www.theverge.com/2017/4/22/15386776/earth-day-best-sci-fi-books-bacigalupi-atwood-ballard
            • "Science Fiction": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Science_fiction
            • "Jews in Comic Books: How American Jews Created the Comic Book Industry," by Arie Kaplan: https://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/jews-in-comic-books/
            • "Stan Lee Used His Platform to Call Out Racism in the 1960s — and He Never Stopped," by Bethonie Butler: https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/2018/11/12/stan-lee-used-his-platform-call-out-racism-s-he-never-stopped/
              • 24 min
            • An Intro to Flash Fiction That Is Longer Than Any Flash Fiction Piece You Will Ever Read

              I describe characteristics of flash fiction, explore its long and varied background, and provide tips for writers looking to try their hand at writing flash fiction.

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              Twitter: @marisadee13


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              Helpful links:

              • "Flash Fiction": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flash_fiction
              • "What is Flash Fiction?": https://blog.reedsy.com/what-is-flash-fiction/
              • "Stories in Your Pocket: How to Write Flash Fiction," by David Gaffney: https://www.theguardian.com/books/2012/may/14/how-to-write-flash-fiction
              • "Expert Tips for Writing the Best Flash Fiction," by Jack Smith: https://www.writermag.com/improve-your-writing/fiction/best-flash-fiction/
              • "Everything You Need To Know About Flash Fiction," by Joanna Smith: https://medium.com/@joannasmith008/everything-you-need-to-know-about-flash-fiction-29e2513b4f4a
              • "The Ultimate Guide To Flash Fiction (And How To Write Your Own)," by Flavia Young: https://writersedit.com/fiction-writing/the-ultimate-guide-to-flash-fiction-and-how-to-write-your-own/
                • 21 min
              • Talkin' about Poetry...with Paula Hyman!

                I recently had the opportunity to speak to poet Paula Hyman, who had a lot of fascinating things to say about poetry--and writing in general--and even read some of her poems! Enjoy!

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                Paula's bio and links:

                Paula Hyman is a writer, educator, and mother who has always had a creative spirit. She has worked in a supportive services department, the Institute for Achievement and Learning, at Lynn University for 22 years. She has a B.A. in English and Writing and an M.A. in English Literature. Throughout her studies, Paula has written poetry, plays, and short stories, but it was not until the passing of her mother that she felt inspired to write and publish her poetry. In 2017, Paula published Grasping Towards my History, and in 2020, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, she published In the Middle, from Within. Both collections reveal the author's inner feelings about her family, her travels, her insecurities, and her passions.


                https://www.facebook.com/paulahymanpoetry


                Grasping Towards My History: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MTA6J54


                In the Middle, from Within: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088SSMP1B

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                Twitter: @marisadee13


                Please subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, & I'd really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate & review this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher!

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