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- Editing AI - Why Chat GPT can help, but can't write
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Last time we spoke about writing with the help of AI, we never did get to the editing part. So today, we're going to focus on editing a piece written by Chat GPT and show you how much editing is required to give raw AI writing some much needed soul.
Give us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)com
Drake's Contact Details:
Starving Writer Studio: https://www.starvingwriterstudio.com/
Drake-U: https://class.drakeu.com/ - Use RYID25 for 25% off!
Snurs: https://a.co/d/670MElY
Marie's contact details:
Books: https://mariemullany.com/work
Just In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustInTimeWorlds?sub_confirmation=1Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hr 1 min - Live Edit: First Person Narrative Voice
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One of our listeners sent us a thousand words to edit. Follow along as we discuss first person voice, both omniscient and limited. We talk about when to and why to use first person and the importance of have a strong narrator. And we tangle once more with our old friend, As You Know Bob.
Give us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)com
Drake's Contact Details:
Starving Writer Studio: https://www.starvingwriterstudio.com/
Drake-U: https://class.drakeu.com/ - Use RYID25 for 25% off!
Snurs: https://a.co/d/670MElY
Marie's contact details:
Books: https://mariemullany.com/work
Just In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustInTimeWorlds?sub_confirmation=1Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hr 16 min - Good Dialogue vs Bad Dialogue - How to write better
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Join Drake and Marie in a discussion of good dialogue vs bad dialogue and how to write better dialogue that serves the story!
Give us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)com
Drake's Contact Details:
Starving Writer Studio: https://www.starvingwriterstudio.com/
Drake-U: https://class.drakeu.com/ - Use RYID25 for 25% off!
Snurs: https://a.co/d/670MElY
Marie's contact details:
Books: https://mariemullany.com/work
Just In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustInTimeWorlds?sub_confirmation=1Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hr 11 min - More techniques for Showing and Not Telling
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Join Drake and Marie in a discussion of similes, metaphors and subtext in dialogue, as well as some world building easter eggs!
Give us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)com
Drake's Contact Details:
Starving Writer Studio: https://www.starvingwriterstudio.com/
Drake-U: https://class.drakeu.com/ - Use RYID25 for 25% off!
Snurs: https://a.co/d/670MElY
Marie's contact details:
Books: https://mariemullany.com/work
Just In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustInTimeWorlds?sub_confirmation=1Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hr 6 min - Connecting the Reader to the Character
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Join Drake and Marie in a discussion of connecting the reader to the character in writing fantasy, why it matters, how to do it and strategies for appealing to different readers.
Give us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)com
Drake's Contact Details:
Starving Writer Studio: https://www.starvingwriterstudio.com/
Drake-U: https://class.drakeu.com/ - Use RYID25 for 25% off!
Snurs: https://a.co/d/670MElY
Marie's contact details:
Books: https://mariemullany.com/work
Just In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustInTimeWorlds?sub_confirmation=1Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hr 11 min - Can ChatGPT Write?
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Drake and Marie talk ChatGPT and analyze its writing. They also discuss copyright, the use of AI in world building and plot development. Then they really get into a discussion of writing today and Wheel of Time vs Season 8 of Games of Thrones, so stick around to the end for that!
Give us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)com
Drake's Contact Details:
Starving Writer Studio: https://www.starvingwriterstudio.com/
Drake-U: https://class.drakeu.com/ - Use RYID25 for 25% off!
Snurs: https://a.co/d/670MElY
Marie's contact details:
Books: https://mariemullany.com/work
Just In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustInTimeWorlds?sub_confirmation=1Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hr 31 min - Creative Collaboration: The best parts and the dangerous parts
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Drake and Marie talk about the collaboration process on their book, Magicfall. Join them as they discuss what works great and what can be a challenge.
Give us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)com
Drake's Contact Details:
Starving Writer Studio: https://www.starvingwriterstudio.com/
Drake-U: https://class.drakeu.com/ - Use RYID25 for 25% off!
Snurs: https://a.co/d/670MElY
Marie's contact details:
Books: https://mariemullany.com/work
Just In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustInTimeWorlds?sub_confirmation=1Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hr 22 min - Listener Q&A: Horror, Mystery, Many Characters and more...
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Drake and Marie answer listener questions about managing a large cast of characters, the difference between writing for a novel vs writing for a RPG game, using horror and using mysteries in fantasy writing.
Give us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)com
Drake's Contact Details:
Starving Writer Studio: https://www.starvingwriterstudio.com/
Drake-U: https://class.drakeu.com/ - Use RYID25 for 25% off!
Snurs: https://a.co/d/670MElY
Marie's contact details:
Books: https://mariemullany.com/work
Just In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustInTimeWorlds?sub_confirmation=1Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hr 1 min - Live Edit: Show Don't Tell
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One of our listeners sent us a thousand words to edit. Follow along as we discuss showing versus telling, how to recognize it and how to fix it. If you're feeling brave, send us 1K words of your writing we'll critique your work too!
Give us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)com
Drake's Contact Details:
Starving Writer Studio: https://www.starvingwriterstudio.com/
Drake-U: https://class.drakeu.com/ - Use RYID25 for 25% off!
Snurs: https://a.co/d/670MElY
Marie's contact details:
Books: https://mariemullany.com/work
Just In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustInTimeWorlds?sub_confirmation=1Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hr 28 min - Plot outlines: How to, benefits & pitfalls
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Drake and Marie talk about creating plot outlines, different plot beats and how to use them, the pitfalls of creating an outline and the benefits of creating an outline.
Give us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)com
Drake's Contact Details:
Starving Writer Studio: https://www.starvingwriterstudio.com/
Drake-U: https://class.drakeu.com/ - Use RYID25 for 25% off!
Snurs: https://a.co/d/670MElY
Marie's contact details:
Books: https://mariemullany.com/work
Just In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustInTimeWorlds?sub_confirmation=1Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hr 4 min
About Releasing Your Inner Dragon
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Welcome to the world of creative writing and story mastery with Maxwell Alexander Drake and Marie Mullany, your guides to Releasing Your Inner Dragon. This author podcast is a treasure trove of writing tips and advice, sparking inspiration and ah-ha moments for every stage of an author’s career.
Drake, an award-winning novelist and creative writing teacher, brings his experience from the gaming world and beyond, while Mullany, author of the Sangwheel Chronicles and YouTuber, shares her expertise in fantasy world-building. Together, they delve into the intricacies of crafting compelling narratives, offering invaluable writing resources and insights. Connect with this dynamic duo and join a community of listeners passionate about storytelling and writing more immersive books.
Listen and learn from the podcast and connect with your hosts: MaxwellAlexanderDrake.com
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