The Art of Wonder

Rachel Aaron burst onto the writing scene with her book 2k to 10k. A book providing tips, tricks, and insight on how to write fast, often, and well. But Aaron was no stranger to the craft of writing. She's been writing and publishing for over ten years, and has garnered much attention, from her SCI-FI and Fantasy novels. Be inspired, equipped, encouraged, and challenged by Rachel with all the writerly advice she provides on the show. You can find Rachel and her work at: RachelAaron.net

Prolific Writer Takeaways:

1. No writing police. Write what you want.
2. Late for 6 months, bad forever (get it right the first time).
3. Have fun!
4. Writing fast doesn't mean writing poorly.

Mentioned Resources on Show:

1. Fiction- Enders Game
2. Fiction- Tessa Dare
3. Nonfiction- Anatomy of Story by John Truby
4. TV- Food Wars
5. TV- The Great British Bake Off
6. Software- Scrivener

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In our first annual Halloween Special, horror author Phillip Fracassi stops by the show. We discuss all things writing, horror, and favorite scary TV and film. Philip Fracassi is an up and coming horror writer and spent the last 20 years in Hollywood writing scripts and doing other film/TV related jobs. Check out his latest work at: pfracassi.com.

Prolific Writer Takeaways:

1. It's about the work.
2. Be true to yourself.
3. Writing is hard, it takes time, and takes work.

Things Mentioned in Show:

1. Software- Final Draft
2. Movies- The Thing
3. Movies- Halloween
4. Movies- Poltergeist
5. TV- Stranger Things
6. TV- Mindhunter
7. Authors- Laird Barron
8. Authors- Josh Malerman
9. Authors- Joe Hill
10. Authors- Brian Evanson

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In this Greatest Hits episode, Ryan chats with bestselling horror author and podcaster J. Thorn. If you've heard the name you know J. is a team player. He has collaborated on multiple projects and even wrote a book on the subject. While the writing life is an isolating and private affair. Collaboration can unlock a new level of creativity. J. also discusses his humble beginnings as a writer, where ideas for books come from, and how to crank out more words. And, much, much more. You can reach J. Thorn at www.jthorn.net.  

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Ryan does a Greatest Hits episode with Jake Bible. Jake is a prolific writer who writes a book a month in a variety of genres. You will gain a ton of insight from Jake on the writing craft. Find Jake Bible at: JakeBible.com Support the show on: Patreon.com/ryanjpelton

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Thien Doan knows the realities of humble beginnings. Refugee family from Vietnam barely scraping by, influence of drugs in the home, and a spiritual quest beginning in high school causing tension in the family. Despite the turmoil of early life, Dr. Doan found a new calling, a calling to write. Listen in as Thien discusses his victories and failures after writing and publishing his first books. Be encouraged, inspired, and challenged no matter where you're at in the writing journey. Find Thien H. Doan at www.thiendoan.net.

Prolific Writer Takeaways:

1. You need a consistent writing habit.
2. Seek internal purpose (not external)- your why?
3. Start small, go deep, but dream big.
4. Read tons of craft and business books.
5. Balance public and private life.

Recommended Resources:

1. Fiction- Vince Flynn books
2. Non Fiction- Born a Crime by Trevor Noah
3. Software- Grammarly and Hemingway
4. TV/Movie- The Orville and Lonesome Dove
5. Podcasts- Petal to the Metal and James Altucher

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In this installment of Micro Monday's, Ryan explores the key ingredient for finishing what you start. This simple element might be what is holding you back from typing: The End and hitting publish.

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Monica Bullock never dreamed writing ghost stories would take her so far. From a young age Monica loved reading and writing stories about the supernatural. After ghostwriting a couple bestsellers Monica wanted to go on her own. Never in her wildest imagination could she fathom these stories would allow her husband to retire and live her writing dream. Monica is another testimony of how never giving up and writing what you love can take you wherever you want to go. Find M.L. Bullock on Facebook: Facebook.com/AuthorMLBullock

Prolific Writer Takeaways:

1. Plenty of room for all writers.
2. Be true to yourself.
3. Keep your chin up.
4. Never be scared to experiment in your process and genre.
5. Write what you love.

Recommended Resources:

1. Fiction- Pendragon Cycle by Stephen Lawhead
2. Non Fiction- The Mary Kay Way
3. Software- Dragon Anywhere
4. TV- Stranger Things and Lost
5. Monica's books- Gulf Coast Paranormal
6. Patreon Page

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Rachael Herron dreamed of writing for a living. Chose the typical path of writing degree in college (MFA), worked a day job, and wrote on the side. But after seventeen years of emergency services and writing on the side... everything changed. Rachael was able to leave one job for the work she dreamed about doing as a little girl. Be encouraged, inspired, and challenged as Rachael explains what it's really like to write for a living. You might be surprised. Find Rachael at: http://rachaelherron.com/write/ and on twitter: @rachaelherron

Prolific Writer Takeaways:

1. Find a community. A community near your level.
2. Edit as you go. But if you can't finish your rough draft, just write the entire draft, and edit later. Finish what you start!
3. Party and reward yourself when you finish a book!
4. Don't be scared to fail.

Recommended Resources:

1. Fiction- The Marsh Kings Daughter by Karen Dionne
2. Fiction- After Time Series
3. Non Fiction- Story Engineering by Larry Brooks
4. Non Fiction- Emotion Thesaurus 
5. Software- Scrivener
6. Movie- Sense8
7. Writing Inspiration- Rachael's Newsletter

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In this installment of Micro Monday's Ryan explains one of the most overlooked keys to writer success. A simple idea, yet, one most writers ignore for shortcuts and quick wins.  

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Sean Platt a fixture in the indie writing community stops by the show. From his breakout serialized dystopian hit Yesterday's Gone with writing partner Dave. How about popular Sci-Fi hits The Beam and Alien Invasion with his other writing partner Johnny? Not to mention their popular show the Self Publishing podcast and growing story studio Sterling and Stone. Despite all the success, books, podcasts, and software innovation, it comes down to one simple truth. The key to indie writing success: Be true to yourself and Write-Publish-Repeat. You can find Sean and his story team at: http://sterlingandstone.net.

Prolific Writer Takeaways:

1. Do the work. You have to want to do the work.
2. Writing is a journey not an event.
3. Invest in yourself.
4. Write-Publish-Repeat key to success.
5. Be ready. Be prepared.

Recommended Resources:

1. Software- Story Shop
2. Software- Slack
3. Fiction- Lexicon by Max Berry
4. Non Fiction- Perennial Seller by Ryan Holiday
5. Movie- The Invitation

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