5 Ways to Make Readers Happy with Jason Winn, Ep. 1.47

Want to sell more books? Keep your readers happy. But HOW?

There are loads of ways to answer that question, just as there are loads of readers out there, but in this episode we look at four things most readers are looking for (even if they don't know it)... Plot, Pacing, Fulfilling Reader "Promises," Humor, and the Rule of Cool. Take a listen as Lauren, Kalene, and author Jason Winn break down each one.

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This episode is brought to you by - Tough Luck: A YA Action Adventure Urban Fantasy (Saga of the Shamrock Samurai Book 1) by Dean Floyd

How many shotgun blasts does it take to kill a Banshee? Sean O’Farrell is supposed to be lucky. If you couldn’t tell by the name, he’s Irish. Irish American that is. He’s only had the bad kind of luck lately.

Sean’s just a normal high school graduate struggling at being a young adult. In the meantime he’s juggling homework, a possible girlfriend, a chaos wizard, and a screaming Banshee.

If Sean doesn’t stop the Banshee, she might not only kill him, but his mom and kid brother too. Luckily Sean’s got a samurai sword, his dad’s old gun, a ‘69 Fastback, and possibly a little magic.

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Editors Talk Tips for Engaging Reader Imagination, Ep. 1.46

What happens when three editors get four writing samples to talk writing craft tips? One good time.

Okay. That might have been a little cheesy. But seriously.

This episode is fun.

Join Ellen, Kalene, and Lauren as they dig into the writer's first task, to connect with the reader. We talk about what makes effective scene openings, characterization, strong word choice, dramatic tension, and so much more. Ready to take your next step on the writer's journey?

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This episode is brought to you by Edge of Valor: A Military Sci-Fi Thriller (Valor Book 1)

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When their mission fails, his begins.

Special Agent Jackson Fischer is a man after truth. When a military operation to extract a high-ranking ambassador from the war-torn, border world of Stonemeyer ends in disaster, Fischer is called in to investigate.

A whole platoon went in, but only three Alliance Marines returned, the rest killed in action, along with hundreds of civilians. With tensions between the Holloman Alliance and Stonemeyer rising, Fischer attempts to stitch the pieces together. One thing becomes more and more certain: The surviving Marines are lying.

As the truth unfurls, Fischer begins to realize this was far more than a simple rescue mission...and that the truth might be something best left buried.

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Ep.4.38 - AMA Roundtable - September 2019

It's a ROUNDTABLE! All the shenanigans in three...two...one!

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Approaching Subject Matter Experts, with Walt Robillard, Ep. 1.45

Need to know how a black hole works for your science fiction story? Never touched a gun, but you're writing a shoot-'em-up scene? Kalene and Lauren have been there and bought the shirt. Tonight they ask military veteran, martial arts instructor, gun specialist, and scifi author Walt Robillard on the best ways to approach a subject matter expert as an author.

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Ask the Editor - Ep. 1.13

Ellen shreds a sample; Dexter and Ribsy demonstrate wrestling holds.
Editing inquiries: ellen@ellencampbelledits.com

Dexter's DNA results: EMBK.ME/DEXTER225

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Ep 4.37 - Writing Space Opera w/ Rick Partlow

Have a listen for some insights on writing space opera!

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Dictation Tips for Authors with Kevin J. Anderson, Ep. 1.44

Ready to up your word count game? Need to bust through writer's block? Thinking about getting into dictation, but you're not sure how? With over 165 novels and 15 million words written, Kevin J. Anderson, the author of "On Being a Dictator," knows all about dictation for authors, and he here to share his best tips and tricks. Join Kalene and Lauren as they get ready for their next step in the writer's journey.

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Ask the Editor - Ep. 1.12

Ellen talks editing; Dexter and Ribsy shred the rug.

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Dexter's DNA results: EMBK.ME/DEXTER225

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Ep 4.36 - Writing Super Heroes with Jeffery H. Haskell

Want to write about epic superheroes? We sit down with the best-selling author of the Superhero by Night series, Jeffery H. Haskell to find out how!

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Ask the Editor - Ep. 1.11

Ellen answers your questions; another writing sample is on the editorial chopping block. Dexter and Ribsy on backup vocals.

See the edited sample here: https://imgur.com/gallery/45xP3Vt

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Editing inquiries: ellen@ellencampbelledits.com

Dexter's DNA results: EMBK.ME/DEXTER225

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