The Word Builders

By The Word Builders

Three writers. Countless blueprints. Infinite stories.

Come follow our journey as we share our insights and experiences writing our first novels. Drew, a lover of high fantasy, brings his excitement ... more

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The podcast currently has 15 episodes available.

The Word Builders episodes:

January 16, 2026 Fandoms and Why They Matter
This week The Word Builders dive into fandoms and what makes them so incredible. Across all of media you will find pockets of superfans whether big or small. The shared love of a piece of entertainment is what brings them together and sparks further creativity and discussion. Come learn and listen with us as we explore why these are so important and how you might build one yourself as an aspiring writer.
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1h 4min
December 01, 2025 Foreshadowing: How writers set up big moments
The Word Builders are back, this time diving into the art of foreshadowing and how it creates questions for both characters and viewers.
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1h 19min
October 21, 2025 So You Want to Write a Novel
The Word Builders talk the beginning stages of novel writing and how to even get started on that book you've always wanted to write.
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1h 2min
September 22, 2025 Crafting Side Characters That Shine
This week the word builders put a spot light on some characters that really deserve it.
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54min
September 09, 2025 Rewriting the Wheel: How to Use Unoriginality to Your Advantage
On this week's episode Max, Leisha and Drew talk about what it really means to be original and if it's even possible.

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55min
August 18, 2025 How to ask for feedback on your writing | Word Builder's Workshop No. 1
The Word Builders talk about their books and the walls they are running into and how they plan on overcoming them. Having a writing a group that supports you is always important but just as important is helping them give feedback in a way you need.
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59min
August 11, 2025 The Power and Pitfalls of Redemption Arcs
The Word Builders talk why everyone loves (and sometimes hates) redemption arcs. If you are writing a redemption arc into your story here are the things to look out for.
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53min
July 28, 2025 Faith and Fantasy: Writing Religion Into Your Worlds
Drew and Max talk adding religion into your stories. How do they happen? What makes them important to your world? and more...
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53min
July 25, 2025 I Need an Anti Hero
The Word Builders talk anti heros and why we love to read and write them. Tune in to learn about make really makes a great anti hero.
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50min
July 15, 2025 Tropes, Trends, and Why We Keep Reading Them
Everyone loves a good trope but why do some work and why do some fall flat? Today's Word Builder episode covers this and more. Including what trends we think will be the future of writing.

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FAQs about The Word Builders:

How many episodes does The Word Builders have?

The podcast currently has 15 episodes available.