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This podcast will delve into the trials and tribulations of writing urban fantasy, from topics on character development myths and monsters!
The podcast Eat, Drink, Write. An Urban Fantasy Whiteboard is created by Sherry & Taylor. The podcast and the artwork on this page are embedded on this page using the public podcast feed (RSS).
Come have a drink & listen as Sherry & Taylor talk about themes in fiction and urban fantasy writing.
In this episode, they discuss justice and the found family.
Justice, a universal pursuit, drives characters to seek fairness, right wrongs, and fight for equality. It fuels narratives of redemption and challenges the status quo.
Meanwhile, the theme of the found family brings warmth and connection, highlighting characters who create their own support systems outside of traditional familial bonds. This theme often celebrates the idea that family is not just about blood ties, but about the meaningful relationships we choose.
Explore these compelling themes and how they shape character development and plotlines in the world of fiction.
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Tune in to this captivating podcast episode as we delve into the intricate web of luck and fate in fiction writing.
In this episode, we explore how luck and fate shape characters' journeys and narratives. Both luck and fate have been used in fiction as themes, and we talk about how to incorporate these into your novels with symbolism, colors & more.
So grab your favorite writing journal (and a drink!!) and prepare to explore the captivating interplay of luck and fate in the world of fiction.
Come have a cocktail and listen as we talk about voice in your fiction - from authorial to character to narrative voice.
Discover the key elements that make your voice your own!
Sources:
https://jerichowriters.com/voice-in-the-novel-or-finding-yours/
https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-find-your-writing-voice#4hNIe0nfEiPp
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https://www.thebookdesigner.com/voice-in-writing/
https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/writing-voice/
Come have a cocktail and listen as we talk about writing that dreaded synopsis.
Discover the key elements that make a synopsis stand out, learn how to distill the essence of your narrative into a concise and captivating summary, and explore the dos and don'ts of this critical storytelling skill.
Your next step in writing starts with writing a successful synopsis!
Come have a cocktail and listen as we talk about writing query letters!
Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting your journey in the literary world, this episode equips you with the knowledge and tools to write query letters that open doors and pave the way for your manuscript's success. Tune in and elevate your query game to the next level!
Discover the essential components that make up a compelling query, as we break down the anatomy of a pitch that demands attention.
Plot holes can be as elusive as shadowy creatures in the night, but fear not! Sherry & Taylor are armed with their quills and a treasure trove of storytelling wisdom. TJoin us on a quest to explore common pitfalls in urban fantasy narratives, discovering the arcane solutions that seamlessly weave together the threads of your fantastical tales.
The episode also features practical tips and tricks for revisiting your manuscript with a discerning eye. Sherry & Taylor share their favorite techniques for identifying and remedying plot holes, transforming your narrative into a seamless, immersive experience.
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In this episode, we talk about how to uncover plot holes in your work!
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In this episode, we talk about how to make a badass character more vulnerable, and why you would want to!
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In this episode, we talk about how to get back into writing after a looooong break!
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In this episode, we talk about how to write a strong female character without using the stereotypes we often see!
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Shout out to D.M. Lewry for her first book in the Wynter Blood Series: The EOS Key!
In this episode, we talk about pitching to agents & publishers! We answer questions about what should be in a pitch, what you shouldn't do in a pitch, and thoughts about how to approach the pitch!
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In this episode, we talk about how to find writing conferences, what types of things each conference might have, how much they cost, and more! There are so many writer conferences, that we limited this episode to the East in the US!
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In this episode, we talk more about creating magical systems and what ways you can cast magic! Come have a drink with us & listen!
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In this episode, we talk about how to write descriptions in your novel, from character descriptions to emotional descriptions and more! Come have a drink with us & listen!
Sit back and enjoy episode 22 of Myths & Monsters! This month's episode talks about haunted dolls and the slit-mouthed woman! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, Sherry and Taylor talk more about writing trauma. We discuss placing the trauma pre-book as well as in the current work. Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we talk about pacing. We've talked a little about this before, but we do a deep dive into the specifics in this episode! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we talk about nature symbolism: what it is, how to work it into your novel, and why! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we talk about holidays in your books. Adding holidays can make a richer setting and history to your book as well as add to the depth of your world and character growth. Come have a drink & listen!
Ever wondered how to tackle writing the history of your world? Come listen as we talk about all the things you should consider when building your world!
In this episode, we talk about writing horror. Learn ways to add horror to your manuscript! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we talk about the Bunny Man and the Island of Dolls! Fun stuff! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we talk about writing death scenes! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we talk more about color symbolism and how to incorporate it into your novel! This week is all about blue and green! Come have a drink and listen!
Happy Halloween!!! This episode talks about some fun full moon legends as well as two of the very first Halloween monsters!! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we talk about NaNoWriMo - what it is, how to do it, and what to expect! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we talk about the villain monologue. It can be a cliche, but it can also work for your novel! We talk about how to write the monologue and what not to do! Come have a drink & listen!
We've all heard how cities are supposed to be "characters" in our novels. So, how do we do that? Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode we talk about the ruler archetype: what is it, how to write it, thoughts to think about when writing the ruler! Come have a drink & listen!
Welcome to myths & monsters! In this episode, we talk about the northeast vampire scare from the 19th century and a house in NJ that has a "watcher" who terrorized the owners! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we talk about plot holes: what they are, how to find them and how to fix them! Come have a drink and listen!
In this episode, we talk about how to write the resolution, from what it is to how to do it! Come have a drink & listen!
Come have a drink and listen as Sherry & Taylor talk about writing mystery vs suspense! What is the difference? How do you know? What is your book? Come find out with us!
In this episode, we talk about DragonCon - the writers, the authors, the fun!!! Come have a drink & listen!
It's that time again - time for our monthly special episode of Myths & Monsters! This month we talk about the ghost train of Beijing and the various legends surrounding sleep paralysis! Come have a drink & listen!
There is so much to talk about with writing time travel! In this episode, we talk about the general types of time travel with examples of each type! So much fun! Come have a drink & listen!!
This episode looks deeper into the snowflake method of plotting your novel. It is an interesting concept that layers ideas/characters/concepts until you have an intensive outline to write from! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we tackle writing the theme of death in a fiction novel. There are things to consider and ways to do this that you might not have thought about! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we talk about the remaining 4 plot types: mistake, the lure, the race, & the gift! Come have a drink & listen as we talk about how to use these plot types and what should be included!
In this episode, we talk about some fun things to add to your novels - necromancers & the Boggy Creek Monster! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we tackle three of the "seven" plotlines for novels. There is debate about how many there are, and, obviously, many are so interconnected it is hard to separate them, but we try and break down how to write the plotlines for adventure, transformation & romance! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we talk about how to write emotions and give specific examples of smugness and betrayal! Come have a drink & listen!
Why is your character's job so important? Well, think about what you feel about YOUR job. Your Characters are people, too! Come have a drink & listen as we talk about what to consider when writing your character's job!
In this episode we talk about the explorer archetype in fiction. We have examples, tips on how to write it, and thoughts about how to develop that explorer archetype. Come have a drink & listen!
Come have a drink & listen as we talk about the black-eyed kids origin story and supersitions about mirrors!
In this episode, we talk about how to write character flaws. We discuss types of character flaws, examples of character flaws, and how to approach the flaws.
In this episode, we talk about plot twists! How do you write a plot twist? We talk about plot twist tips (say that 10 times fast!) and examples to help with your novel! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we talk about the masquerade in fantasy - why to write it and how to do it well! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we go into detail about using Pinterest to help you write your novels! It is truly invaluable! From writing tips, to writing prompts to character boards - Pinterest has unlimited potential! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we talk about the love interest archetype. How do you write the love interest? What types of love interests are there? Do you have to have one? Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we talk about Boo Hags, a monster from the Gullah culture! We also have a medley of ghost stories! Don't let the Boo Hag ride ya!
In this episode, we talk about motivations. What motivates your character? What do your characters' motivations drive them to do? Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we discuss how to write prophesies in fiction! There are all kinds of prophesies in fantasy, urban fantasy and main-stream fiction! Find out how to write a good one! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, Taylor & Sherry discuss how to write dream sequences, what to think about when crafting dream sequences in novels, what not to do, and the "rules" that govern writing dream sequences! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we talk about the "rules" of writing - what should you do, what shouldn't you do? And even more fun - how to break the "rules" of writing! Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we talk about the urban legends involving the Nain Rouge (red dwarf) and the rougarou (Cajun werewolves)! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we discuss how to start chapters - is there a trick to it? What should you consider? Come have a drink and listen!
In this episode, we discuss writing the middle of your book. This is one of the toughest things to write without getting bogged down. So how do you make the middle work better? How do you write that mushy middle? Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we talk about how to end chapters! There are probably more ways to do so than you thought! Come have a drink & listen!
We all know the brainy characters in books, movies and TV shows - but how do you write them? Come have a drink with us & listen!
This is our 14th episode of myths & monsters! This month we talk about ghouls and a true pandemic from WWI that created living statues! Creepy!! Come have a drink & listen!
Every wonder if your novel needs an epilogue? Want to know how to write an epilogue? Come have a drink with us & listen while we discuss epilogues, the pros, the cons, what not to do!
Come listen to us talk about tension in novels - it is super important, but nebulous all the same! How do you create realistic tension? What is tension? Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we talk about naming your characters. How do you name your characters? Why does it matter? What not to do when naming your characters? Are there any names that are too weird? What tips are there for naming your characters? Where to look for help? Come have a drink and listen!
In this episode, we discuss beta readers: how to be one and what to look for when getting ready to submit your novel. Come have a drink and listen!
In this episode, we talk all about the premise: what is it? Why have one? How to write one. Come have a drink and listen!
In this 13th episode of myths & monsters, we talk about the number 13 - is it really unlucky? Why is it a superstition? And we discuss Pyatlov Pass - what really happened and how can we use it in urban fantasy? Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we discuss character archetypes. There are hundreds of these, and we talk about some of them. Why to use character archetypes and more! Come have a drink with us and listen!
In this episode, we talk about romance in your novels. We are not talking about romance novels, necessarily, but rather those relationships that might be romantic in nature. How do your characters fall in love? What do you need for a romantic relationship in your novel? Come have a drink and listen!
In this episode, we discuss how to write conflict into your book. What types of conflict are there? What is the best way to incorporate conflict? What not to do? Come have a drink with us & listen!
Have you ever struggled with the flow of your novel? Outlining might be the answer! We discuss types of outlines, how to outline, why to outline and more! Come have a drink and listen!
In this episode, we discuss the Loch Ness monster and the origins of vampires! Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we talk about the sidekick! Why have one? Why not have one? What types of sidekicks are there? What does a sidekick do for your novel? How to do it right! Interested? Come have a drink and listen!
In this episode, we discuss killing off characters! How to do it, why to do it (and why NOT to do it)! Sound like your cup of tea (or vodka?) Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we discuss how to make your reader feel those deep feelings you are trying to convey. Fear, death, anger - how is the best way to write to get those intense feelings aroused in your reader? Come have a drink with us and listen!
In this episode, we talk about creating those special "things" that become all the rage in novels. Think Bertie Botts Beans, the Sorting Hat, and that kind of thing. How do you come up with things that are so special they become more than just something in a book? Come have a drink with us & listen!
Happy 2021!! In this episode, we discuss New Year's superstitions and the urban legends surrounding Turbull Canyon in California! Some fun and creepy information! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we discuss how to grab your reader's attention right off the bat and make them love your character! It's not so hard over time, but how do you get your reader engaged from the very beginning? Come have a drink and listen!
In this episode we discuss those extra words that need to be cut from your manuscript! There are words that make your novel clunky - find out what words you should be wary of! Come have a drink and listen!
In this episode, we talk about how to take those wonderful bits of ideas and transform them into that book! It's a lot like cooking, and we'll tell you how! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode we discuss the chaotic alignment - chaotic good, neutral and evil! It's a great place to start in working on character and development! Come have a drink and listen!
This episode is about character alignment! We talk about neutral alignment this week - including neutral good and neutral evil! Character alignment can help make sure your characters react in a consistent manner and gives you a starting point when thinking about your character arc! Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, the special end of the month episode of Myths & Monsters, we talk about the origins of werewolves and the Jersey Devil! Interesting concepts for your urban fantasy novels! Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we talk about character alignment, specifically, the lawful category. Lawful good, lawful neutral & lawful evil - what does it all mean? How can you use it for your character development? Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we talk about diversity in writing. So many fiction novels have very little diversity, and it is important to consider that. We discuss diversity in fiction as well as how to add it, how to be real about it, and what to think about when doing so.
In this episode, we talk about prologues. What are the pros and cons of prologues? Should you have one in your book? Are they really necessary? Why have one? Why not? Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we talk about how to write a dystopian novel. What are the parts of a dystopian novel? How do you explain what happened to the world to get to that dystopian setting? Come have a drink & listen!
In this Myths & Monsters podcast episode, we discuss the history of Halloween - lots of facts that we never knew! We also talk about ouija boards (also known as spirit boards) and the rules for IF you decide to play! Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we discuss chapters! What is a chapter? How long should a chapter be? How many chapters should there be in a novel? Interested? Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we discuss your author's platform. What is an author's platform? How do you create one? Do you really need one? Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we talk about writing the synopsis. It isn't easy! There are lots of contradictory facts out there, and we discuss them here! How to write a synopsis, what format is a synopsis, what should you concentrate on & more! Come have a drink with us & listen!
This episode is so fun! It discusses using color as symbolism in your novels - in particular, the color yellow! This is the first of a symbolism series on colors and how to use them! Who knew yellow was so fascinating! Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode we talk about one of the most important parts of your novel - the inciting incident. How do you write it? What should it consist of? When should it happen? Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we talk about the 3 Act story structure - Act I in particular! We talk about what goes into Act I, how to do it, things to think about, and more! Sound fun? Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode we talk about 2 myths and monsters. First we discuss shadow people, who have been seen and reported for thousands of years. Ever see a shadow from the corner of your eye? It could be shadow people! We also talk about black dogs - are they a portent of death? What stories are there about these? Interested? Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we discuss naming your chapters! Should you name your chapters? What are the pros and cons of chapter titles? If you do name them, how do you figure out what to name them? Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we read some samples of our paragraph writings! These are pieces we write in order to practice our writing skills! One of us starts and we send paragraphs back and forth, each adding (and NOT EDITING) until we burn out our ideas or life otherwise gets in the way. Sometimes we work on descriptions, other times sentence structures! It's very helpful and a great way to overcome writer's block and let your imagination start flowing! Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we talk about the stereotypical character trope of the mentor. Aside from the hero, this is the most used character in fiction. The mentor is the character who helps the protagonist with the problem of the novel - either with wisdom, tools or insight! Want to know more about writing mentors? Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we talk about Gods in fiction! How do you add Gods? Should you add Gods? What purpose could Gods serve in your novel? Interested? Come have a drink & listen!
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In this episode, we talk about how to make your readers believe the unbelievable! Especially with fantasy writing, it is important to have your reader be able to suspend disbelief and be immersed in your story! How do you make fantasy creatures believable to your audience? Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we talk about two places in the US that have eerie reputations: the mysterious, unexplained lights on Brown Mountain in North Carolina and the Dead Children's Playground in Alabama! Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we talk about the cliche of love triangles. How can we write love triangles to keep our readers from rolling their eyes and running for the hills? Is there a way to write better love triangles? Are there tips on how to do it better? Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we talk about pen names! Should you use one? When is it appropriate to use one? Does it hurt to use a pen name? In this day and age, is it really worthwhile? Come have a drink with us & listen!
This episode discusses how to add depth to your novel. Ever read a book that seemed just too .... light? Thin? Wanting? We talk about how to help your book go deeper so that your readers get the richness of the story you are hoping to tell! Come have a drink with us & listen!
This episode talks about how to come up with a book title for your novel! It's not so easy! We talk about writing tips, questions to ask and discuss our own book titles! Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we discuss writing the perfect logline! How do you boil down your novel into a sentence? It's not easy! We talk about pitching, the #SFFPIT and more! Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we talk about skinwalkers as well as the Alaskan "Bermuda" Triangle where thousands of people go missing each year! Skinwalkers are creepy, but cool for use in urban fantasy, and you can "what if" a lot of story ideas! Interested? Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we discuss whether your main character is story-worthy. How can you tell? Is your main character the right character to be leading your novel? Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we talk about Mary Sue characters (and the male counterpart - Gary Stu). What is a Mary Sue character? How do you avoid it? Should you avoid a Mary Sue character? How can you tell if your novel has a Mary Sue? Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we talk about writing scenery! How to write scenery without boring your readers? How much is too much? How much is too little? Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we talk about foreshadowing! What is foreshadowing? How do you add it to your novel? How much is too much? What tricks are there to foreshadowing techniques? Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we discuss using timelines while writing novels. How do you do it? Should you do it? Exactly what is a timeline? We discuss what we do with timelines in our urban fantasy books! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we discuss showing vs telling in writing. It is something we are taught from elementary school, so how do we do it? How can we make sure we are doing it well? Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, we discuss the legends about the draugrs and the vanishing of the Roanoke Colony! Come have a drink & listen!
In this episode, we discuss cliche plots in writing, especially urban fantasy. We discuss how to twist an old trope into a new story idea. Come have a drink & listen!
**please excuse the lack of editing in this episode. I'm sick (awaiting test results of Covid-19) so am just posting as-is**
In this episode, we talk about adding humor to your writing! What is humor, what are the types of humor, how do you get humor across in your novels? Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode we discuss theme in your novels: what is it, how to add it, and what makes it good. How to figure out what your theme is, how to incorporate theme into your novel, and how to amplify it. Come have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode we discuss anti-heroes: what they are, how to write one, and what makes one a good one! Come have a drink with us and listen!
In this episode we talk about some urban legends for our latest myths and monsters episode - the chupacabra as well as the hauntings of Lake Lanier, Georgia! Come have a drink with us and listen!
We talk about journaling in a writer's journal in this episode! What to write, why to write and how to write! Come have a drink with us and listen!
In this episode, we discuss how to find your perfect agent - your creative soulmate - who will champion your novel in finding the right publishing house.
In this episode we discuss how to go down the path of deciding whether to self-publish your novel or to go the more traditional route for publishing your book. We discuss pros and cons of both, and how to determine which is the most appropriate avenue for you!
In this episode, we talk about developing your character's backstory, and in particular, how childhood trauma can be used to enrich your character development. Taylor tackles losing a parent and/or a childhood in foster care and Sherry discusses how childhood physical and mental abuse might shape an adult character.
In this episode we talk about query letter writing - the dos, the don'ts and all in between! Did you know there is a magic formula?? Come listen as we discuss the advice that's out there! Have a drink with us & listen!
In this episode, Taylor explores the origins and stories about the djinn and genies, while Sherry talks about Tulpas, which are physical creatures brought into being based upon belief. This is a great episode about myths and monsters! Come have a drink and listen!
In this episode, we tackle how to brainstorm, when to brainstorm, brainstorming tools and more! There are so many ways to get your brain going and to spark ideas to make your book, character, plot, etc, better!
In this episode, we explore how to write dialogue in your novel! We discuss the purpose of dialogue, how to develop character through dialogue, how to use dialogue to add conflict and how to make sure dialogue sounds right! We also talk about the "grammar" of dialogue! Come have a drink and listen!
In this episode, we read out 4 examples of the paragraph writing we are always talking about! It's a great exercise in writing as well as a way to break the dreaded writer's block! Have a drink and listen!
Sherry and Taylor talk about writer's block. Who hasn't had it?? When writing sends you running for cover, what to do??? What Wikipedia can't tell you about writer's block. Come have a drink and listen!
In this (a little bit long) mini episode, Taylor and Sherry talk about writing style. What is it, and how do we find it? Have a drink and listen!
In this episode, Sher & Tay discuss creating antagonists in your novel. Not sure where to begin? Have a drink and listen!
In this mini episode, Sherry and Taylor talk about Voice. What is it? How to you get voice across in your book? Have a drink and listen!
Sher & Tay discuss ways to add mystery and suspense to your urban fantasy! Have a drink and listen!
In this episode, Sher & Tay tell about the tale of Baba Yaga and explore the history of tricksters!
In this episode, Sherry & Taylor discuss how to start that novel! Tired of looking at a blank page? Listen to this episode and start writing!
Sher & Tay talk about the elements of writing scenes.
In this episode, Sher & Tay discuss the basics of editing your novel!
This episode we discuss how to build your magical system in your novel!
This week we talk about fight scenes and how to make them realistic and exciting for your readers!
Our first myths & monsters episode! We discuss banshees & wendigos!
This episode explores world-building on a deeper level where we discuss building governments, climates, geography, and environment.
In this episode, we talk about series plotting and how to keep the reader interested, how to make a series arc, and things to consider to make it work.
This episode talks about the process of worldbuilding. How do you even start? What resources are there? Feeling overwhelmed? Come listen!
Sherry & Taylor discuss writing subplots, weaving them in, and how they do it!
Discussions about how we plot, types of plots and plotting ideas!
Hear about how to flush out your character, what tools and resources we use, and our thoughts on character development
We discuss the basics of character development - names, looks, etc!
Welcome to the EDW podcast about writing urban fantasy. This episode delves into what exactly urban fantasy is.
This episode continues the discussion on what urban fantasy is. Hear how authors in the field describe the attributes of urban fantasy and what is needed to be considered urban fantasy.
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