Join Kevin Sonney and his Wombat Test Subject Ursula Vernon for discussions of personal productivity, systems for getting stuff done, and ways to keep yourself on track to meeting your goals.
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Kevin Sonney and Ursula Vernon sit in their kitchen and review inexpensive (mostly), pre-packaged (mostly) foods from their local supermarkets.
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Hi folks! Due to travel and all that sort of thing, we don't have an interview, but we DO have your letters! Before we get to those, though, we talk about news and productivity impact, Ursula's new manuscript, and where we'll be in August! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Bat Conservation International WorldCon 2024 Bubonicon Kevin's New …
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Join Mur and guest James L. Sutter as they delve into the intricacies of the writing process, from the importance of meticulous outlining to the challenges of editing. The post [ISBW] Spreadsheets, Ghosts, and the Art of Outlining with James L. Sutter appeared first on The Murverse Mothership.By Mur Lafferty
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Join Mur and guest James L. Sutter as they delve into the intricacies of the writing process, from the importance of meticulous outlining to the challenges of editing. The post [ISBW] Spreadsheets, Ghosts, and the Art of Outlining with James L. Sutter appeared first on The Murverse Mothership.By Mur Lafferty
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Join Mur Lafferty as she dives into a live-streamed session of world-building using the Deck of Worlds and The Story Engine. Despite a challenging week, Mur's creativity shines as she crafts unique settings and characters, from a swamp with carnivorous plants to a compromised cyborg in a cyberpunk universe. This episode is a treasure trove for writ…
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Join Mur Lafferty as she dives into a live-streamed session of world-building using the Deck of Worlds and The Story Engine. Despite a challenging week, Mur's creativity shines as she crafts unique settings and characters, from a swamp with carnivorous plants to a compromised cyborg in a cyberpunk universe. This episode is a treasure trove for writ…
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Episode 351 - We're back, Steve Scanlon
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We're back from Finland, and are here to welcome you to year 8 of Productivity Alchemy! We will talk about what we've been up to for the past two weeks, where you can see us in August, and then talk to Steve Scanlon about how he stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Charity Spotlight: Pancreatic …
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In this episode, Mur chats with Susan Wands, the author of High Priestess and Empress. They delve into the fascinating world of Pamela Coleman Smith, the creator of the iconic Rider-Waite tarot deck, and discuss how historical fiction blends with magical realism in Susan's Arcana Oracle series. The post [ISBW] Tarot Tales and Historical Hurdles wit…
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In this episode, Mur chats with Susan Wands, the author of High Priestess and Empress. They delve into the fascinating world of Pamela Coleman Smith, the creator of the iconic Rider-Waite tarot deck, and discuss how historical fiction blends with magical realism in Susan's Arcana Oracle series. The post [ISBW] Tarot Tales and Historical Hurdles wit…
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[DD] Book Tours, TikTok, and Twitter Tantrums
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In this episode, Mur Lafferty and Ursula Vernon dive into the realities of book tours, the financial intricacies of publishing, and the ever-changing landscape of social media for authors. Ursula shares a retraction about the profitability of her book tour, while Mur discusses the challenges of balancing writing with personal commitments and health…
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In this episode, Mur Lafferty and Ursula Vernon dive into the realities of book tours, the financial intricacies of publishing, and the ever-changing landscape of social media for authors. Ursula shares a retraction about the profitability of her book tour, while Mur discusses the challenges of balancing writing with personal commitments and health…
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"Being on BookTok will not give you a career if you don't have one. Do what makes you happy." - Ursula Transcript (This post went live for supporters on July 3, 2024. If you want early, ad-free, and sometimes expanded episodes, support at Patreon or Substack!) In this episode, Mur Lafferty and Ursula Vernon dive into the realities of book tours, th…
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This week, Mur shares her journey through book edits, the struggles of low energy, and the comforting realization that creation is often less comforting than consumption. Mur explores the myriad of creative opportunities available today—from writing novels to making music videos—and the emotional weight that comes with each creative endeavor. The p…
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This week, Mur shares her journey through book edits, the struggles of low energy, and the comforting realization that creation is often less comforting than consumption. Mur explores the myriad of creative opportunities available today—from writing novels to making music videos—and the emotional weight that comes with each creative endeavor. The p…
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[DD] Ursula Vernon Takes Over: New Beginnings and No More Cancer
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Welcome back to Ditch Diggers! In this episode, we kick things off with a fresh start and a new co-host. The mighty Mur Lafferty is joined by the fabulous Ursula Vernon (aka T. Kingfisher) as they dive into the nitty-gritty of the writing business. The post [DD] Ursula Vernon Takes Over: New Beginnings and No More Cancer appeared first on The Murve…
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[DD] Ursula Vernon Takes Over: New Beginnings and No More Cancer
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Welcome back to Ditch Diggers! In this episode, we kick things off with a fresh start and a new co-host. The mighty Mur Lafferty is joined by the fabulous Ursula Vernon (aka T. Kingfisher) as they dive into the nitty-gritty of the writing business. The post [DD] Ursula Vernon Takes Over: New Beginnings and No More Cancer appeared first on The Murve…
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[DD] Ursula Vernon Takes Over- New Beginnings and No More Cancer!
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"If you want to make money, you have to think about it like a job."- Mur Transcript (This post went live for supporters on June 26, 2024. If you want early, ad-free, and sometimes expanded episodes, support at Patreon or Substack!) Welcome back to Ditch Diggers! In this episode, we kick things off with a fresh start and a new co-host. The mighty Mu…
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Hi folks! Here it is, Episode 350, and the yearly interview with Kevin! But before that, we talk about how our past week has gone, how Ursula is NOT packing for FinnCon (yet), and what Kevin has been up to on his day-to-day. Thank you so much for seven wonderful years! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: CORA Food Pantry Charity Spotlight: W…
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In this episode, Mur delves into the intricacies of submitting short fiction, sharing invaluable tips and personal experiences. From the importance of understanding market guidelines to the emotional resilience required to handle rejections, this episode is packed with advice for both new and seasoned writers. The post [ISBW] Short Story Submission…
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In this episode, Mur delves into the intricacies of submitting short fiction, sharing invaluable tips and personal experiences. From the importance of understanding market guidelines to the emotional resilience required to handle rejections, this episode is packed with advice for both new and seasoned writers. The post [ISBW] Short Story Submission…
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Episode 349 - Normality, Andrew Hartman
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Hi folks! We are blessed by a week of "normality" (even if Kevin was on call for it), and so we talk a little bit about that, give an update on where we'll be in the next few weeks/months, and remind everyone about the change in releases for the show. After that, we have an incredible talk with Andrew Hartman, CEO of Time Boss! Links for this Episo…
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Hi folks! No Ursula this week, so a rather sort, distraction-free update on how Kevin is keeping up. After that, we catch up with Jesse "Tango" Stringer about how he stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Tango's ExtraLife Charity Spotlight: Alpine Rescue Team Tango's LinkSpace US Bureau of Reclamation Dimension 20 Youtube Cha…
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Episode 347 - Transforming Rocks, Letters
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Hi Folks! This week, we dive down the rabbit hole that is the GoBots Wiki, as Ursula discovers the Rock Lord GoBots, and admires the writing style of the person who maintains it. We'll also catch up on our productivity and then we read your letters! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Haw River Assembly Rock Lord GoBots Visconti Homo Sapians…
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Episode 346 - Scattered Smothered Covered, Nelson Paredez Parks
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Hi folks! This week Kevin is having a day where focus is for other people. We'll talk about that, how it's normal, and maybe what to do about it. After that, we talk to Nelson Paredez Parks about how he stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Bel Air Church Charity Spotlight: UNICEF Nelson Paredez Parks Help&Answers The ESI Net…
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Hi folks! This week we'll talk about Kevin's most recent coding for work and how it isn't a failure, but learning. We'll also catch up with Ursula and how she's been doing, before we talk to Alden Mills about how he stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Navy Seal Foundation Alden Mills Unstoppable Mindset by Alden Mills Negat…
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[ISBW] Murder Mystery Meltdown and the AI Assistant
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In this podcast we dive into the depths of editing my novel, Infinite Archive, and how I'm navigating the murky waters of murder mystery tweaks. The post [ISBW] Murder Mystery Meltdown and the AI Assistant appeared first on The Murverse Mothership.By Mur Lafferty
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In this podcast we dive into the depths of editing my novel, Infinite Archive, and how I'm navigating the murky waters of murder mystery tweaks. The post [ISBW] Murder Mystery Meltdown and the AI Assistant appeared first on The Murverse Mothership.By Mur Lafferty
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Episode 344 - Travel Anxiety, Chris Hunter
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Hi folks! This week we'll talk about having anxiety about travel when there is no immediate travel, as well as catch up on where we are with our productivity. After that, we talk to Chris Hunter about how he stays productive! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Doctors Without Borders Charity Spotlight: World Central Kitchen Chris Hunter on …
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[ISBW] Conquering Conventions and Crafting Confidence
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From the thrill of networking to the trepidation of tax season, Mur navigates the maze of a writer's life with humor and honesty. In this episode, she shares her experiences and insights on convention attendance, from choosing the right ones to the art of mingling without the cringe. Plus, she tackles the ever-present concern of COVID safety in cro…
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From the thrill of networking to the trepidation of tax season, Mur navigates the maze of a writer's life with humor and honesty. In this episode, she shares her experiences and insights on convention attendance, from choosing the right ones to the art of mingling without the cringe. Plus, she tackles the ever-present concern of COVID safety in cro…
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Episode 343 - Travel Update, Retirement Questions
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Hi Folks! This week we have updates about our recent trip, and then a review of what was discussed at the MiniCon Productivity Alchemy Panel. The discussion was mostly around the question "What do I do when I retire and don't have a fixed schedule anymore?" So we'll share what we think! Links for this Episode: Charity Spotlight: Bail Funds for Pale…
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