Marisa's Wicked Word Nosh

Marisa's Wicked Word Nosh

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Marisa's Wicked Word Nosh episodes

  • Why We Need Print Journalism in These Uncertain Times

    The recent, drastic changes in our lives have led me to consider the future of print newspapers and magazines, many of which were endangered for years before any of us first heard the phrase "COVID-19." I talk about the special place print newspapers have held in my heart throughout my life, and explain why printed media are still relevant and why I hope they will survive after the current crisis ends.

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    Support your local newspapers and favorite magazines...and PLEASE, stay safe!





    20 min
  • Let's Talk about Journaling

    Journaling can have immense physical, mental, and emotional benefits for writers and non-writers alike. We all need some of that right now, so I hope this episode can inspire some of you to include journaling in your regular routines.

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    Above all, please stay safe.

    18 min
  • Talkin' about Singing and Songwriting with David W. Jacobsen

    I recently spent some time talking to singer/songwriter--and longtime friend--David W. Jacobsen. David talked a little about his writing and composing processes, as well as current and past projects, and ways that songwriting is similar to and different from other types of writing. 

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    David's bio: http://davidwj.com/bio.shtml

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    39 min
  • Exploring a World of Wonder with Solomon Whalen

    I had a great conversation via Skype recently about poetry and journaling with Solomon Whalen, author of The Journal of a Night Owl. I think you'll enjoy what Solomon had to say, no matter what type(s) of writing you do!

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    Solomon's Bio

    Solomon Whalen is a poet, avid journaler, and author. A life-long writer, Solomon has recently begun bringing his writing to the public. Inspired by wonder, reflection, the human experience, and the awe inspiring nature of the Pacific Northwest, Solomon’s work spans a wide array of topics and subjects. His poetry and journal entries can be found in his online journal at uponnight.com. As well, Solomon has recently released his first self-published book, “The Journal of a Night Owl”, available on Amazon. Solomon lives and writes from his home in the state of Oregon, U.S.A, with his feline writing companion, Auggie.

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    43 min
  • Writing Kids' Books, & Much, Much More...with Matt Shore!

    I had a great conversation a few nights ago about writing kids' books (and a number of other writing-related topics) with Matt Shore, author of Travis and the Labyrinth. Enjoy!

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    Matt's author bio:  https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/author/ref=dbs_P_W_auth?_encoding=UTF8&author=Matt%20Shore&searchAlias=digital-text&asin=B083HYFDR6



    You can get Travis and the Labyrinth here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B082S85L52/ref=tmm_kin_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=&sr=#about_kindle_edition_secondary_view_div_1582672060247



    Matt's author page (at Hard Drive): https://thehardtimes.net/author/matt-shore/

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    42 min
  • Talking About Writing, Publishing, & Patreon with Tim Baughman, Jr.

    A few nights ago, I discussed a number of topics (including writing a book of short stories, NaNoWriMo, publishing, and setting up a Patreon account) with Tim Baughman, Jr., author of An Epilogue to Innocence. I feel a lot of you will benefit from what Tim had to say, and hope you will enjoy this interview!


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    Tim's bio:

    Tim Baughman, Jr., is an author, blogger, and freelance editor. His debut book of short stories, An Epilogue to Innocence, was released in 2016. He is the writer behind the blog That Tiny Website, which is a mix of short fiction, video game theorycrafting, and occasional humor posts. He is also the author of the Twitter-based choose your own adventure story, Project Tasman, which focuses on the adventures of a young woman stuck in a dystopian experiment.

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    Tim's Links:

    • Patreon: patreon.com/timbaughmanjr
    • Blog: thattinywebsite.com
    • Twitter: @thattinywebsite

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      38 min
    • Wanna Start a Writing Blog or Podcast? Cool!

      Writing-relating blogs and podcasts can not only be great promotional vehicles for writers...they can also be a great deal of fun to create and maintain. I describe some of the benefits--as well as potential challenges--of creating a blog or podcast, and also provide some tips for getting started.

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      Helpful resources 

      • "What is a Blog? – The Definition of Blog, Blogging, and Blogger," by Anya Skrba: https://firstsiteguide.com/what-is-blog/
      • "Do Authors Really Need To Blog?" by Steven Spatz: https://writingcooperative.com/do-authors-really-need-to-blog-94e78a8f7cde
      • "Should Writers Start a Blog? (Is It Helpful or Will It Explode Your Hair?)" by C. G Drews: https://paperfury.com/should-writers-start-blog/
      • "What Should Authors Blog About?" by Jane Friedman: https://www.janefriedman.com/authors-blog/
      • "How to Start a Blog: A Simple, Step-by-Step Guide for Writers," by Susan Shain: https://thewritelife.com/how-to-start-a-blog/
      • "Five Reasons You Should Start a Podcast as an Author," by Stephen Campbell: http://theauthorbiz.com/five-reasons-you-should-start-a-podcast-as-an-author/
      • "Why Every Author Should Have a Podcast," by CJ McDaniel: https://www.adazing.com/every-author-podcast/
      • "Why You Shouldn’t Start a Podcast or YouTube Channel (Seriously)," by Jon Morrow: https://smartblogger.com/start-a-podcast/
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      • Writing in Second Person

        My recent reading of Caitlin Doughty's Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs? inspired me to do the episode on writing in the second-person perspective that I suggested I might do several weeks back. It's a great format for non-fiction, advertising, speeches, etc. But does it have a place in fiction? If so, what might some of the challenges be?

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        Helpful resources:

        • "What Is Second Person Point of View in Writing? How to Write in Second Person Narrative Voice With Examples," by MasterClass: https://www.masterclass.com/articles/what-is-second-person-point-of-view-in-writing-how-to-writer-in-second-person-narrative-voice-with-examples
        • "How to Write a Second Person Story," by Emmanuel Nataf: https://electricliterature.com/how-to-write-a-second-person-story/
        • "What Is Second-Person Point of View in Fiction?" by Ginny Wiehardt: https://www.thebalancecareers.com/the-second-person-point-of-view-in-fiction-writing-1277131
        • "Second Person Point of View: A Writer's Guide," by ReedsyBlog: https://blog.reedsy.com/guide/point-of-view/second-person-pov/
        • "The Advantages and Disadvantages of Second-Person Perspective," by Seb Reilly: https://thanetwriters.com/essay/voice/The-Advantages-and-Disadvantages-of-Second-Person-Perspective/
        • Goodreads page for Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs?: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43785830-will-my-cat-eat-my-eyeballs-big-questions-from-tiny-mortals-about-death
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        • Some Tips for Using Dialects and Accents in Your Writing

          Are you a fan of dialects and accents? I explain how they can help to enrich many types of written works, but also describe some potential pitfalls that I believe writers should consider before attempting to use them.

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          Some helpful resources:

          • "How to Write Accents and Dialects: 6 Tips": https://www.nownovel.com/blog/how-to-write-accents-dialects/
          • "Writing Dialogue in Accents and Dialect," by Kate Evans: https://www.dailywritingtips.com/writing-dialogue-in-accents-and-dialect/
          • "Most Common Writing Mistakes: The Do's and Don'ts of Dialect," by K.M. Weiland: https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/most-common-mistakes-dos-and-donts-of/
          • Irvine Welsh's Goodreads page: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5687.Irvine_Welsh



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          • Have Writer's Block? You're Not Alone!

            I believe writer's block is something most writers have experienced and/or will deal with at some point.  It's natural, so there's no need to be ashamed of it...but reframing how you see it may help you cope with it!


            Email me: [email protected], or leave me a short voice message through Anchor!


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            Some resources and quotes on writer's block:


            • "10 Tips for Overcoming Writer's Block," by Ginny Wiehardt: https://www.thebalancecareers.com/top-tips-for-overcoming-writer-s-block-1277776
            • "Give Yourself Permission to Write Garbage!" by Rosanna C. Rogacion: https://writingonthepagesoflife.com/2013/06/28/give-yourself-permission-to-write-garbage/
            • http://www.authorspublish.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Slide068.jpg
            • https://blog.taaonline.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/you-cant-think-yourself-out_rogers-quote.png
            • http://frompdxwithlove.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/writers-block-quote.jpg (my favorite!)
              • 15 min

            About Marisa's Wicked Word Nosh

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            A podcast about ALL types of writing and writers, hosted by Marisa delle Farfalle.