The Written Scene

Many writers write for their own various reasons, whether it be pleasure or an unexplainable need. For author, Zen Buddhist priest, and speech pathologist Jennifer J. Hunter, writing is a form of gratitude.

In this episode of The Written Scene, Jennifer discusses using a cat as a protagonist, the reminder to write something you're willing to spend a lot of time with, what the definition of a roshi really is, finding balance between explaining and storytelling, putting herself in each character, doing art for art's sake instead of just for work, the struggles and valuable lessons of being in a read and critique group, becoming skilled at something you didn't know you could do and also enjoy it, living 8200 feet above sea level (Ecuador), the spaciousness of spending your day your way, learning how to be with a wide range of emotions, and much more.

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When you start from the bottom fresh out of grad school, just as author, speech pathologist, and Zen Buddhist priest Jennifer J. Hunter did, even the harshest advice is advice.

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Author, former pilot, and one-time lawyer Robin "R.D." Kardon has carved a writing path out of passion and a strong ability to adapt and change.

In this episode of The Written Scene, Robin talks about the mental health of pilots, what an angel flight is and why it's so important, how she's always been a writer in a family of storytellers, growing up with Walter Cronkite, what flying taught her about writing, the importance of getting the technical details right and interesting in a story, when sometimes an audience just isn't your audience, how what's popular and sells isn't always the best writing, why it's easier for her to write in multiple 3rd person, the joy of empowering readers, and much more.

The Flygirl Trilogy by R.D. Kardon

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For author and former pilot Robin "R.D." Kardon, thinking big happened at an early age.

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As with most writers, author and retired little leaguer Patrick Holcomb had a few lives before putting out his first novel, Where the Seams Meet.

In this episode of The Written Scene, Patrick talks about the difficulty of elevator pitches, why writing fiction was a challenge, adding personal jokes in the editing process, telling the story he wanted to tell, not getting wrapped up in legacy but setting a good example for his kids, how kids don't really know their parents, being kind to yourself when writing and in most of life, celebrating little milestones along the way, putting in the time and effort to just imagine the story, how his best ideas came with running but he struggled during hip surgery recovery, the importance of finding a writing habit and sticking with it, and much more.

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For author, backpacker, and retired Little Leaguer Patrick Holcomb, having a strong analytical mind is a massive boost to the editing process.

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Author and shaman Matthew Pallamary is always paying attention. His writing deserves it.

In this episode of The Written Scene, Matthew talks being a one man show after working in publishing, the origin of the Santa Barbara Writers Conference, having a foot in several different writing genres, why porn for the sake of porn is boring, being regular with writing, how to accomplish conflict in short/micro stories, getting the ah-ha moment in short stories, leading readers down the path and frustrating their expectations, traveling to the Peruvian Amazon to study shamanic plant diets, using mind-altering chemicals when writing (even though writing is his favorite altered state), how writing is cathartic and healing, the difference between cruelly editing and ruthlessly editing, and so much more.

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For author, educator, and shaman Matthew Pallamary, without the love story, it's just porn, and that's boring.

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Our experiences in life shape so much of our work as creators. For author and illustrator Jessica Woo, she relishes the inspiration it brings.

In this episode of The Written Scene, Jessica discusses writing for both kids and the parents, competing in non-farming activities for 4H (and don't worry, she explains what 4H is), how critiquing other writing helps your own writing, what is learned about storytelling through animation, having a visual in mind while writing stories, having patience with your art and walking away from it if you have to, using the critiques we get to point out areas we may have missed in our work, the importance of listening when collaborating, cutting characters you love from the story, learning from mistakes instead of having regrets, and much more.

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According to author and illustrator Jessica Woo, inspiration for stories can only be found if you experience life outside your doors.

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