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- Head book vs Paper Book
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We all write two books, the one in our heads and the one on paper. And sometimes, what's in the head never makes it to paper. Join Drake and Marie in recognizing when this happens and how to fix it!
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
56 min - Introducing your character
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Introducing a character is possibly the hardest part about writing. Characters are what people latch onto and why they keep reading the story. But how do you get readers to love the character? How do you communicate character backstory to the reader? How much information does the reader need? Join Drake and Marie as they discuss all these points and more!
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 19 min - Why everyman moments matter
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Sorry for the late upload! Blame it on the holidays. And speaking of, we won't be releasing a podcast over Christmas and New Years :) But don't let that you stop you enjoying this one! Join Drake and Marie as they discuss introducing a character and making the reader care and why the everyman moments matter
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
53 min - Arguing Plot Points - Magic Falls
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Join Drake and Marie as they argue the merits of various plot and world building ideas for the story of Magic Falls. What do you think, should they use one or two floating cities?
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
51 min - Writer's Journey: Trails and Tribulations - Copyright and Other dire dragons
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Join Drake and Marie as they discuss protecting your work, the DMCA laws, what happens if you breach your Kindle Unlimited contract (knowingly or unknowingly) and all manner of other copyright related tripwires just waiting to entangle your feet.
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 - How to create a plot outline - Magic Falls
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Join Drake and Marie as they discuss taking the idea of a story to a detailed plot outline. We'll take you through an example of our process for the novel in planning, Magic Falls.
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 18 min - Finding Inspiration - Using folklore and public domain content
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Join Drake and Marie as they discuss how to use folklore and public domain content in your story. Then watch as they dive down the rabbit hole of remakes and adaptions and why you should handle such things with true love and respect for the source material.
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
55 min - Writing a Villain POV - Should you do it?
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Join Drake and Marie as they discuss writing from the villain's perspective, when it works and what the pitfalls are.
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 - Creating tent poles for a story - Magic Falls
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Join Drake and Marie as they discuss plotting out the tent poles you need to hold up the canvas of your story. This continues the story creation process of the new novel.
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:
Website: https://www.mariemullany.com/
Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/Marie-Mullany/e/B099QJMV6C
Just In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustInTimeWorlds?sub_confirmation=1Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hr 9 min - How to start a sentence and why it matters
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Join Drake and Marie as they discuss the complexities of how to start a sentence, why you should vary how you start a sentence and various other grammar complexities!
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:
Website: https://www.mariemullany.com/
Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/Marie-Mullany/e/B099QJMV6C
Just In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustInTimeWorlds?sub_confirmation=1Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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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
Starvingwriterstudio.com
Mariemullany.com
youtube.com/c/JustInTimeWorlds