Writing Break

By America's Editor

Writing Break is an ad-free, award-winning podcast for writers. Take a break with America’s Editor and learn her best writing tips, catch up on the latest publishing industry news, and recharge with a... more

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The podcast currently has 123 episodes available.

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August 30, 202212 Plot Frames That Can Support Your Novel
To wrap up our discussion of Act 1 of your book, I am answering listener questions, and you asked some good ones. Also, learn about paid internship opportunities at HarperCollins.
Wrzenie Świata, Warsaw, Poland - Featured Bookstore
12 Plot Frames
HarperCollins Internship US
The Traineeship 2023 - HarperCollins Publishers (UK)
NCAC challenges Keller, Texas banned books
‘Heat 2’: Why Michael Mann’s Sequel to His Classic Crime-Movie Had to Be a Novel – Rolling Stone
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“More Jam Please” by Raighes Factory
"Party Song With Funky Bass" by Sondé
"Hello Memories" by Oleksii Abramovych
“Retro 80s Pop Rock” by Bobby Cole
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11min
August 23, 2022The Art of Writing Backstory
We are continuing our journey through the three-act structure today. I hope you wrote a killer hook last week. This week we’re looking at Backstory and your Act 1 Trigger. The US Department of Justice versus Penguin Random House trial gave their closing remarks, while you and I played catch at the back of the courtroom.
Pacts & Promises by Noy Levi - Featured Author
The U-NOY-Verse | Podcast on Spotify - Featured Author
Old Florida Book Shop - Featured Bookstore
La Vie D'amour by Noy Levi - Featured Author
Jacques Barzun, "Baseball's Best Cultural Critic", Turns His Back on the Game | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors | Bleacher Report
DOJ v. PRH: Ending Where We Started
Salman Rushdie attack suspect says he only read two pages of Satanic Verses | The Independent
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“More Jam Please” by Raighes Factory
“Paradise Vibes by Jon Presstone
“Samba Dream” by Sleeping Ghost
“Casa de Frio” by Jon Presstone
“Summer” by Mikael Manvelyan
...more
16min
August 16, 2022Write Your Opening Hook
As promised, we will begin our discussion of Act 1 of your story today. We’re also talking about what you have in common with Stephen King, the antitrust lawsuit against Penguin Random House, and the assasination attempt of Salman Rushdie.
The Comfortable Spot Podcast - Featured Podcast
A Tale of Three Indies Podcast – Latest Episodes – Woodbine Books - Featured Podcast
Woodbine Books, Kilcullen, Co. Kildare, Ireland - Featured Bookstore
Lidia's Booktastic Podcast - Featured Podcast
The European Network – Our Network Your Network
The aftermath of The Satanic Verses
Salman Rushdie suspect charged with second-degree attempted murder and assault - CNN
Publishing Paid Me
DOJ v. PRH: Agents, Publishers Move Center Stage
Antitrust-Trial Recap — From Stephen King to Markus Dohle
Courthouse News: DOJ vs PRH
DOJ Employs a Novel Approach in Antitrust Lawsuit - AAF
Showdown: DOJ’s Bid to Block PRH Acquisition of S&S Is Heading to Trial
Salman Rushdie attacked
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“More Jam Please” by Raighes Factory
"In Ireland, again!" by bzur
"Back To 95 [Remix]" by Humans Win (formerly Lance Conrad)
"Searching For A Sign (30 Seconds Intro)" by Simon Jomphe Lepine
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19min
August 09, 20224 Dramatic Elements to Create Your Story's Structure
America's Editor provides a step-by-step guide to help you solidify your story's structure. We also find out what books are trending and what books are not being printed.
We All Loved Cowboys, Carol Bensimon - Featured Author
Livraria Leonardo da Vinci, downtown Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - Featured Bookstore
editorial we - Wiktionary
Lessons on the Royal We, from “Mary Queen of Scots” and “The Favourite” | The New Yorker
Witch Books Hold Power
The Urban Fantasy eBook Market
Britney Spears’s Memoir Is Complete, But There’s a Hold Up. | Vanity Fair
Academic Publishers Delay New Titles | Financial Times
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Music licensed from Storyblocks:
“More Jam Please” by Raighes Factory
"Plastic Furniture" by Jon Presstone
"Late Night Bossa Nova" by Neil Cross
"Brazil" by Humans Win
"Under a Brazilian Sky" by Daniel
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18min
August 02, 2022All the Characters Your Book Needs
We are taking a look at the supporting characters in books to help you decide if your book has too many, too few, or just enough characters. We are also celebrating romance in the kitchen, new resources for writers, and book award nominees.
Llibreria Finestres, Barcelona, Spain - Featured Bookstore
Ricardo Devesa - Featured Author
Announcing The Center for Fiction 2022 First Novel Prize Longlist | The Center for Fiction
The Booker Prize 2022 | The Booker Prizes
Romance Novels Are Increasingly Getting Hot and Heavy in the Kitchen - Eater
Disability in Publishing
Introducing Book Exploder
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“More Jam Please” by Raighes Factory
"¿Como Estan Mis Amigas?" by Tencher Music
"The House" by Adrian Berenguer
“Holiday Diaries” by Simon Sharp
“Brazilian Summer Full” by Sleeping Ghost
...more
15min
July 26, 2022Writing Characters We Love to Hate
In this law and order episode of Writing Break, I’m dishing out two scoops of courtroom drama with a sprinkling of murder. So, let’s take a break from the summer heat and discuss antagonists, the characters we love to hate.
Greg Fazekas - Featured Author
Iða Zimsen, Reykjavik, Iceland - Featured Bookstore
'Where the Crawdads Sing' Author Wanted for Questioning in Murder - The Atlantic
Bloomberg - Stephen King Set to Testify in Book Publishing Antitrust Trial
Justice Department Sues to Block Penguin Random House’s Acquisition of Rival Publisher Simon & Schuster | OPA | Department of Justice
Alleged book thief Filippo Bernardini may avoid trial in the US | Books | The Guardian
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Music licensed from Storyblocks:
“More Jam Please” by Raighes Factory
“Spirit in the Sunrise” by Jon Presstone
“Warm Honey” by Jon Presstone
“Summer Funk Disco Madness” by MEDIA MUSIC Group
“Action Bravery Music” by Bobby Cole
...more
17min
July 19, 20225 Things Great Protagonists Have in Common
In this episode, you'll learn 5 things all great protagonists have in common and what people really mean when they say, “Your book will never sell.”
Tuttle Provides Showcase for Filipino Graphic Novels and Prose - Featured Authors
Mt Cloud Bookshop, Baguio, Philippines - Featured Bookstore
2022 National Book Festival
Ada Limón Named New US Poet Laureate
America's Next Great Author | Reality show for writers
Publishing Gets the Reality Show Treatment with 'America’s Next Great Author'
HarperCollins Union Sets July 20 Strike Date
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Music licensed from Storyblocks:
“More Jam Please” by Raighes Factory
“Gentle Swim” by Jon Presstone
“Give Me a Reason” by Gushito
“Sunny Mood” by Oleksii Abramovych
“Happy Tropical Pop for Summer Vibes” by LiQWYD
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13min
July 12, 2022Story vs Plot vs Premise
Today we’re discussing the difference between story, plot, and premise. We’re also talking about decreased print sales, Amazon’s ebook return policy, and vigilante justice. Plus, we visit the world’s oldest bookstore.
Carlo Matos - Featured Author
Livraria Bertrand, Lisbon, Portugal - Featured Booktore
The Vigilante Justice E-Book Market - Author and Publisher Guide
Amazon's e-book return policy comes under criticism from authors : NPR
Print Unit Sales Fell 9.4% in Late June
Paper Shortage & Midterm Elections
Better Homes & Gardens, People halt some print subscriptions
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Music licensed from Storyblocks:
“More Jam Please” by Raighes Factory
“Poolside in Paradise” by Humans Win
“Summer of 2022” by Himanshu Katara
“Danza Appassionata” by Humans Win
“Gentle Swim” by Jon Presstone
...more
13min
July 05, 20225 Brainstorming Tips for Writers
Welcome to Season 2 of Writing Break. We’re beginning our trek through a three-act novel today with five brainstorming tips. We visit a cinema-turned-bookstore and discuss conventions, awards, and ransomware.
S. A. Cosby - Featured Author
Norli Eldorado, Oslo, Norway - Featured Bookstore
Women's Prize for Fiction The Women’s Prize for Fiction 2022
Book Deals: Week of July 4, 2022
San Diego Comic-Con Is Back
Publishing giant Macmillan still unable to process orders after ransomware attack - The Record by Recorded Future
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Music licensed from Storyblocks:
“More Jam Please” by Raighes Factory
"Summer" by Mikael Manvelyan
"Summertime Blues" by Humans Win
"Cozy Spring Dreams" by Tencher Music
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12min
June 28, 2022Nonstop Writing Tips (Clip Show #2)
This is a full episode of writing tips from America's Editor, a professional book editor. These tips are for new writers and published authors alike.
How to Get Microsoft to Read Text Aloud
How to Get Your Mac Computer to Read Text Aloud
How to Make Google Docs Read Your Documents Aloud to You
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Music licensed from Storyblocks:
“More Jam Please” by Raighes Factory
"Chill Out In The Coffee Shop (No Sax)" by Jon Presstone
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24min

FAQs about Writing Break:

How many episodes does Writing Break have?

The podcast currently has 123 episodes available.