In which the gals discuss what it takes for fictional characters to be believable and compelling. They touch on why universality and ethnicity aren’t mutually exclusive (i.e., diversity shouldn’t equal niche), adding depth, and finding the quirks in the ordinary. Digressions include being spoiled, complaint letters, and Saturday Night Fever.

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In which the gals discuss their writing processes such as where they derive inspiration, outlining vs. pantsing, and the merits of typing vs. longhand. Digressions include Pinterest fails, silver foxes, and the hazards of old shag carpet.

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In which the gals discuss popular books they would rewrite, because they clearly know better than those who’ve made the bestseller list. Digressions include slut-shaming Odysseus, crafting with books, and Sabrina’s beef with Marie Kondo.

Spoilers for Before I Go to Sleep around the 14:00-16:20 marks.

MATURE CONTENT WARNING: The gals get a little trashy once more.

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In which the gals discuss which books they’d like to see on the big screen. This week’s digressions include serial killer freezers, sticky dance floors, Laurel Canyon cokeheads, and the torch Carlye still carries for her high-school heartthrob Scott Bakula.

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In which the gals talk about the worst part about being a writer: criticism. They discuss how to give a critique, how to take criticism, and also how NOT to do either of those things. Digressions include dunking on academic writing, the benefits of writing AT people, and why you should never mean-girl a YA writer.

Sabrina shouts out our friend Special, a podcaster and creative who shouts us out on the regular. Check out her out at specialsays.com and at docupod.co!

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In which the gals blatantly pander to some of their favorite authors by namechecking the ones they'd like to hang out with in real life. Off-topic digressions this week include true crime, catfishing silver foxes, and dunking on grammar snobs.

MATURE CONTENT WARNING: Maybe?

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In which the gals discuss—you guessed it—diversity in fiction. They talk about the importance of diversity, reasons behind its lack in mainstream media, and tips on writing more inclusive fiction. This weeks digressions include bad eyebrows, being crazy for Swayze, Twitter beef with JJ Walker, and Sabrina’s feelings regarding Disney’s Moana.

MATURE CONTENT WARNING: Maybe?

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In which the gals discuss their favorite fictional sidekicks. Among other topics discussed are perfume shaming, marrying serial killers, and men who hit the wall before age 30.

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In which the gals delve into the dreaded writer's block. They explore different theories as to its existence, discuss various causes, and offer up ways to deal with it. Other topics discussed are weird flexes, nighttime driving songs, Pink Flamingos (not for the squeamish), and much much more!

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In which the gals discuss the day jobs they've held in order to subsidize their writing careers. Among the other topics discussed: unicorn hair, accidental toilet selfies, and why Carlye is the foul-mouthed broad she is today.

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