Hosted by award-winning story coach K.M. Weiland, the Helping Writers Become Authors podcast will take you deep into story theory, writing techniques, and all the incredible wisdom of story. There is no such thing as "just a story." Come along to find out how to write YOUR best story, astound the world, and (just maybe) change your life!
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Writing advice from people who know and people who don't. Practical skills meet ridiculousness as I talk with some of the best writers who are willing to actually be on this show with me, and get their input on how to live the writer life.
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S16:E32: How to Trust Yourself as a Writer (Not Relying on Advice Too Much)
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Unleash your creativity and trust yourself as a writer. Discover how to overcome self-doubt and embrace your unique artistic voice.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E31: The Second Half of the Second Act (Secrets of Story Structure, Pt. 8 of 12)
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Unleash the second half of the Second Act in your story. Explore how characters' decisions and inner growth drive the narrative.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E30: The Midpoint (Secrets of Story Structure, Pt. 7 of 12)
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Uncover the power of the Midpoint in storytelling. Explore how this pivotal moment in the Second Act changes the paradigm of the story.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E29: The First Half of the Second Act (Secrets of Story Structure, Pt. 6 of 12)
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Discover how to tackle the first half of the Second Act in your story with confidence. Learn valuable tips on structure and character.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E28: The Secret to Writing Strong Themes
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Craft immersive stories by writing strong themes that resonate. Explore how to create narratives that connect with readers on a deeper level.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E27: The First Plot Point (Secrets of Story Structure, Pt. 4 of 12)
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Uncover the power of the First Plot Point in storytelling. Learn how this seismic shift sets the stage for escalating tension and conflict.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E26: The Inciting Event (Secrets of Story Structure, Pt. 4 of 12)
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Master the art of crafting a captivating Inciting Event in your story. Explore its significance and discover techniques to make it impactful.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E25: The First Act (Secrets of Story Structure, Pt. 3 of 12)
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Understand the importance of the First Act in story structure. Learn how the Hook, Inciting Event, and First Plot Point set up the plot.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E24: The Hook (Secrets of Story Structure, Pt. 2 of 12)
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Learn how the Hook grabs readers from the very first page with an irresistible question that piques their curiosity and keeps them reading.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E23: 5 Reasons Story Structure Is Important (Secrets of Story Structure, Pt. 1 of 12)
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Uncover why story structure is important. Learn how understanding story structure can help you create resonating and seamless narratives.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E22: Launch Day! Two New Books for Writers (+Win a Freewrite Alpha!)
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Discover the keys to effective plot structure with two new books for writers from K.M. Weiland. Build a strong foundation for your stories!By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E21: Everything You Need to Know About the Lie the Character Believes
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Discover the secrets of the Lie the Character Believes. Explore the impact of this crucial storytelling element.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E20: Juggling Life and Writing: 9 Tips for Maintaining Creative Focus
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Learn effective strategies for juggling life and writing, including ways to maintain creative focus amid distractions.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E19: Scene Structure and Transitions in Big Scenes
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Learn how to seamlessly transition out of big set pieces in your story. Discover practical tips for scene structure and transitions.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E18: 5 Strategies for Writing the Parts You Don't Like
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Discover effective strategies for writing the parts you don't like and maintaining creative flow through elements that trigger resistance.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E17: Troubleshooting Your Story's Ending
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Learn how to troubleshoot your story's ending and craft a compelling climax. Tips on character arcs and themes for a satisfying conclusion.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E16: Enneagram Types for Writers: Types 5-9
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Unlock the power of self-awareness in your writing journey with the Enneagram types for writers. Learn strengths and weaknesses of Types 5-9.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E15: Enneagram Types for Writers: Types 1-4
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Discover Enneagram types for writers and how they can enhance your understanding of yourself and your craft. Types 1-4 in this episode.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E14: How to Use Symbolic and Archetypal Settings in Your Story
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Unleash archetypal settings in your stories. Discover how symbolic and archetypal settings elevate narratives and resonate with readers.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E13: Checklist for Beginning Your Story: Plot Considerations
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Start off right with this checklist for beginning your story. Grab your readers' attention and keep them engaged by establishing the plot.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E12: How to Choose Story Settings: The 4 Basic Types of Setting
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Learn the four basic types of setting as a way to help you choose story settings that create meaningful connections among characters.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E11: From Lead to Gold: The Alchemy of Character Arc With Carl Jung
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Delve into the alchemy of character arc. Explore the parallels between alchemy, Jungian analysis, and story structure.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E10: Checklist for Beginning Your Story: Introducing Your Characters
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Master the art of introducing your characters in your first chapter. Learn to hook readers and lay the foundation for character development.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E9: Announcing the Shadow Archetypes Course! (+Giveaway)
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Discover the power of shadow archetypes in character development. Join the Shadow Archetypes course to write stories of depth and complexity.By K.M. Weiland
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S16:E8: 6 Tips to Write Deeply Emotional Fiction
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Learn the art of writing deeply emotional fiction. Discover six tools to infuse stories with emotional resonance that lingers for readers.By K.M. Weiland
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