Best Meredith Rom Podcasts (2024)

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Aligning our Money with our Values with Financial Advisor Lindsey Woodward 48:32

1M ago48:32

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Special Announcement: Doors are now open to our 5-week Money Mastery Study Group where Lindsey will be a guest teacher about Personal Finance 101 I was drawn to invite financial advisor Lindsey Woodward to the podcast after participating in a retreat together with founder of Abacus Wealth, Spencer Sherman. I found it so refreshing to meet a fellow …

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How to Change our Frequency & Energetically Align with our Desires with Jessica Bowes 54:29

2M ago54:29

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Special Announcement: Doors are now open to our 5-week Money Mastery Study Group Welcome back! I’m excited to share my latest conversation with spiritual mentor Jessica Bowes. The universe recently reconnected us for a new free collaboration we’ve been working on called, “The Consciousness of Wealth” ~ you can sign up for it right here. I wanted to…

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Radiantly Nourished: Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis with Sena Maria Shellenberger 50:35

2M ago50:35

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After developing a condition where she began to have an allergic reaction to almost everything she ate, Sena knew something had to change. She had been living a health-focused lifestyle for years after leaving a job at Google and finding the heart medicine of cacao. But years later she would discover her days of drinking cacao, using plant medicine…

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Celtic Wisdom, Dragons, Birth & Hormonal Balance: Your Questions Answered with Jane Mayer & Meredith Rom 1:09:10

3M ago1:09:10

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Jane Mayer and I are back to answer the questions we received from you all in February! We also get to hear about Jane’s updates at the end of her pregnancy, her move to Alabama to be closer to family, what the third trimester has been like, and how she’s being changed. Hear Jane's full story in our previous podcast, episode 133. In this episode we…

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Mindful Men: Vedic Astrology with Richard Powell 1:22:54

5M ago1:22:54

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Announcement: Enrollment is now open for the next cohort of the Way of the Priestess. Richard will be one of our guest teachers When I first discovered that when everyone is talking about “Full moon in Leo” the actual moon in the sky is most often in the constellation of Cancer my mouth dropped! How could this be? Ever since I was a kid I loved loo…

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Womb Wisdom, Pregnancy & Living in the Mystery with Jane Mayer 1:21:24

7M ago1:21:24

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I’m back to podcasting! I know it’s been about 8 months since my last episode and I have missed you all. I have just been navigating the reality of being ia new mother, having more limited time now, amidst navigating the identity shifts and transformations of becoming a mother. I’m so excited to share my conversation with Jane, a true voice and cha…

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Creating a Nourished Postpartum with Kerry Ingram 49:08

1+ y ago49:08

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This Fall I participated in a weekly new parent-baby group in Sebastopol, CA with Kerry Ingram. I met Kerry years ago when she found one of my self-care guide downloads and invited me to be a wise woman to visit her mom and baby groups. I remember thinking I would love to join something like that to meet other mothers and babies if I ever had a chi…

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Reclaiming Motherhood as a Rite of Passage with Becca Piastrelli 1:07:51

1+ y ago1:07:51

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It’s an honor to have Becca Piastrelli back on Rising Women Leaders. It’s been a few years (and a lot of transformation) since our last conversation (episode 10!). We’ve both transitioned from maiden to mother, and our lives and businesses have transformed along with us. In this conversation we share the real, the raw, and the beautiful of being in…

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Reigniting a Passion for Life with Renee Linnell 56:12

1+ y ago56:12

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Enrollment is now open for the Way of the Priestess Training Program with Meredith Rom. Download the program guide at risingwomenleaders.com and book a call to learn more. It’s an honor to have Renee Linnell back on Rising Women Leaders! In Renee’s latest book, Still on Fire, she shares stories of magic, miracles, travel and romance… from traveling…

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Spirituality & Love at the Center of Anti-racism with Porsha Beed 56:36

2y ago56:36

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It was an honor to sit down for this heart opening conversation with a personal mentor and friend, Porsha Beed. It was just before the pandemic when I first met Porsha in a song circle in Sebastopol, CA. I was touched by the songs her and co-founder Aaron Johnson shared with our group and how effortlessly they brought us into our hearts. I attended…

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Author Interview: Twisting Rom-Com Tropes with Meredith Schorr 58:19

2y ago58:19

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Anna chats with rom-com writer Meredith Schorr, AS SEEN ON TV, about twisting rom-com tropes, dealing with feedback when a book hits the shelves, and... GASP sex scenes. Somehow, Anna stays entirely mature through most of it. Meredith Schorr's Website AS SEEN ON TV --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/me…

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53: FINDING THE JOY: When the Words Won't Flow 1:07:12

2y ago1:07:12

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So you've stopped comparing yourself to others, you've made healthy goals, and you're ready to write. Except... the words aren't flowing! What do you do? Anna and Lyssa chat about reasons why the writing isn't happening plus ways to help encourage them to start! Lyssa Mia Smith Website --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod…

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Author Interview: The Journey with Susan Crispell 57:30

2y ago57:30

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Anna chats with Susan Bishop Crispell about the winding journey to publication, the necessity of following your heart, and ways to keep yourself going with the going gets tough. Susan Bishop Crispell Website THE HOLLOWAY GIRLS --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message…

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52: FINDING THE JOY: Broken Goals 1:14:02

2y ago1:14:02

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Today, Anna and Lyssa dive deep into one main joy thief: broken goals. They discuss the differences between goals and dreams and why it's important to distinguish the two for a long, healthy, and happy writing career. "Broken Goals" blog post by Lyssa Mia Smith Jessica Lewis Query REVELLE on GoodReads --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters…

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Author Interview: Nostalgic Settings with Erik Jon Slangerup 1:01:39

2y ago1:01:39

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Anna chats with debut middle grade author Erik Jon Slangerup about nostalgic settings, the helpful necessity of genre, and... dare we say, author age in publishing?! It's heartwarming and funny just like MOLLY AND THE MACHINE, his new 80s adventure middle grade book. Erik Jon Slangerup Website Buy Molly and the Machine --- Send in a voice message: …

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51: FINDING THE JOY: Joy Thieves 1:12:27

2y ago1:12:27

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Anna and and Lyssa Mia Smith continue their exploration of the balance between mental health and writing by looking at things in the publishing industry that try to steal your happiness: comparison, doubt, guilt, and more! Lyssa Mia Smith Website Mary Oliver Quote BIG MAGIC by Elizabeth Gilbert THE PRACTICE by Seth Godin --- Send in a voice message…

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50: FINDING THE JOY: Deliberate Practice 1:07:38

2y ago1:07:38

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While Emily is away doing debut events with THIS VICIOUS GRACE, Anna chats with future-debut author and podcast veteran Lyssa Smith. This episode marks the start of their special segment: Finding the Joy. Today, they chat all about deliberate practice, how to make the most out of every ounce of feedback, and how to study the pros in the most effect…

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49: Q&A with Emily Thiede 40:23

2y ago40:23

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Anna chats with Emily about her debut book THIS VICIOUS GRACE. Out now and available for purchase wherever books are sold! Emily Thiede Linktree THIS VICIOUS GRACE --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message

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48: Building in Breaks with Tracy Badua 57:48

2y ago57:48

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Anna chats with Tracy Badua, author FREDDIE vs. THE FAMILY CURSE, about studying comedy, how to keep MG (and all audiences) turning the page, as well as how to use emotions to dive deep into character. Plus, she gives excellent advice on how to build in time for yourself when schedules get hectic! Tracy Badua Linktree Buy Freddie vs. The Family Cur…

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47: 5 Writing Myths Debunked 54:36

2y ago54:36

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Write every day! Kill your darlings! Don't you dare think about a sequel! Anna and Emily debunk these writing myths and so much more. Also, they talk about zombies and serotonin. THIS VICIOUS GRACE SIGNED PRE-ORDER --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message…

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46: An Evolving Process with Sonora Reyes 1:00:55

2y ago1:00:55

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Anna chats with Sonora Reyes, debut author of THE LESBIANA'S GUIDE TO CATHOLIC SCHOOL, about how our writing process evolves for the better, how to make scenes irreplaceable, how there's power in finding people who believe in YOU, and how revision is truthfully the key to unlocking a book's true potential. Sora Reyes Website THE LESBIANA'S GUIDE TO…

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45: Taking Chances with Maggie Giles 1:00:45

2y ago1:00:45

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Anna chats with Maggie Giles, debut author of THE THINGS WE LOST. They discuss women's fiction, taking chances on independent presses, and the importance of a supportive community. Maggie Giles Website THE THINGS WE LOST on Barnes and Noble --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message…

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Meredith & Ella's Birth Story 1:43:37

2y ago1:43:37

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This week I sat down with dear friend Jane Mayer to share the story of my daughter's birth. She was born March 15, 2022 at our home in Boulder, Colorado. In this story I share about everything from unexpected emotions during pregnancy, what I did to prepare for birth, practices to help baby be in the most optimal position for labor, the story of th…

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44: Using Character to Create Plot with Catherine Bakewell 1:03:57

2y ago1:03:57

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Anna chats with Catherine Bakewell, debut author of WE ARE THE SONG. Together they chat about coping with a long writing journey, using character arcs as a method for plotting, how musicals are perfect examples of character beats, and... garlic bread with god. Buy WE ARE THE SONG now Catherine Bakewell's Website Catherine Bakewell on Instagram --- …

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43: Q&A with Emily and Anna 59:40

2y ago59:40

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Anna and Emily answer listener questions about whether to think about sequels, how to move onto another project when you're querying, and... why we are so cute???? Basic Pitches on Twitter Basic Pitches on Instagram Basic Pitches on Anchor --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message…

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42: Updating Retellings for a Modern World with Lillie Lainoff 1:01:00

2y ago1:01:00

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Anna chats with debut author Lillie Lainoff about bringing modern themes to retellings, changing up the pacing of novels to represent chronic illness, and the importance of research! Lillie Lainoff's Website ONE FOR ALL on Goodreads --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message…

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41: Memoirs with Taylor Harris 1:02:59

2+ y ago1:02:59

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Emily has an insightful chat with Taylor Harris about memoirs, the crossover of fiction to non-fiction writing, and the power of telling personal stories. Taylor Harris Website --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message

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40: The Power of Beat Sheets 52:58

2+ y ago52:58

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Anna and Emily discuss how beat sheets can really help when you're stuck-- especially if you draw from all different types of beat sheets! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message

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39: When to Let Go with Alexandria Rogers 1:01:57

2+ y ago1:01:57

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Anna sits down with Alexandria Rogers to talk about her MG debut THE WITCH, THE SWORD, AND THE CURSED KNIGHTS as well as how to use worldbuilding as more than a backdrop and when to let go of a project that doesn't resonate anymore. Alexandria on Twitter Alexandria on LinkTree Buy THE WITCH, THE SWORD, AND THE CURSED KNIGHTS --- Send in a voice mes…

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38: Pitch Wars Wrap Up and Catching Up 54:20

2+ y ago54:20

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Anna and Emily spend time talking about Pitch Wars and their latest projects. Info About Pitch Decks Anna's Instagram

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37: Middle Grade Mysteries with Katryn Bury 50:39

2+ y ago50:39

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Emily chats with debut middle grade author Katryn Bury about her book DREW LECLAIR GETS A CLUE, out March 1st! Katryn Bury's Website Drew Leclair Gets a Clue on Goodreads --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message

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127 | Healing the Mother Wound & the Mysteries of Pregnancy & Birth with Gabriella Cerince 57:52

2+ y ago57:52

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As I am about to cross the threshold into motherhood, I sat down to speak with mother, ceremonialist, and birthkeeper Gabriella Cerince. (You can also listen to our last episode from 2020 on Ceremony, Seasons, & the Modern Witch right here). Gabriella shares her birth story (with her now 6-month old daughter,) and the fine line one walks between fe…

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36: Sci-Fi with Meg Long 55:42

2+ y ago55:42

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Welcome to season 2, Pitches! Anna and Emily sit down with Meg Long, debut author of COLD THE NIGHT, FAST THE WOLVES, and chat about sci-fi, adventure stories, and where ideas come from! Meg Long LinkTree Meg Long on Instagram Emily Thiede LinkTree Anna Mercier on Instagram Basic Pitches on Twitter Basic Pitches on Instagram --- Send in a voice mes…

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126 | Wealth Redistribution & Ancestral Repair with Morgan Curtis 59:44

2+ y ago59:44

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After hearing Morgan’s story of choosing to donate and redistribute 100% of her inherited family wealth, I knew I wanted to speak with her. In this conversation we discuss what it’s like to face the shadows of our ancestral lineages, ask deeper questions of what our family’s part was in injustices in our country and how we can use that knowledge to…

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125 | Soulful Exploration in Relationships with Meredith Rom & Michael Zeligs 1:09:51

2+ y ago1:09:51

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This podcast was originally recorded on the Amber Dolan Bath Show. Amber has been a past client of mine, and it was an honor to sit down with her and her partner Jacob to talk all about love and relationships. You’re invited to join Michael and I for a 2 hour online workshop…Love & Relationship Alchemy Join us to Learn: 9 Ways of Being to Create Th…

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35: Season One Wrap-Up 47:59

2+ y ago47:59

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Anna and Emily wrap-up season one with reflections on the past, brainstorming for the future, and plenty of shout outs and thanks to listeners! We'd like to dedicate this episode to our friend K.L. Burd who will always be a member of this family. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message…

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34: YALLFest Wrap-Up 1:07:57

2+ y ago1:07:57

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While there weren't any interviews during the event, Anna sat down and chatted with several writers after YALLFest. There are plenty of great pieces of information throughout including advice from Lyssa Smith about not comparing yourself to others, finding joy in reader experience from Lauren Blackwood, information about a writing workshop from Jam…

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124 | Reflections on the First Trimester with Meredith Rom 44:15

2+ y ago44:15

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Welcome to a new season of Rising Women Leaders! In this episode I share: My journey of pre-conception and conception The role the island of Kauai played during pre-conception Wisdom from my experience for women opening to conceive and welcome a soul into their lives What I experienced in the first trimester (and what I didn’t expect) How I’ve been…

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33: Writing Cookies 54:08

2+ y ago54:08

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What's with these titles lately? Are Anna and Emily hungry? Stressed? Both?! Whatever the reason, they chat about ways to keep yourself motivated and going when things get tough. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message

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32: Prepping for NaNoWriMo 58:46

2+ y ago58:46

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Anna and Emily discuss all things Nation Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo), how to prep, how to "win", and ways to make it a successful writing. Also, they dish on author heights. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message

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31: Promise of the Premise 47:13

2+ y ago47:13

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Anna and Emily talk about the promises we make in a first act and query letter and how making good on those promises make your book sparkle! Basic Pitches on Instagram Basic Pitches on Twitter Emily Thiede LinkTree --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message…

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30: You are the Snack! 56:40

3y ago56:40

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Anna and Emily talk about... snacks??? Yes, but we also talk about the truths of submitting to writing contests which is basically a giant pep-talk! Pitch Wars Author Mentor Match --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message

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29: Effective Dialogue 58:56

3y ago58:56

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Anna and Emily discuss dialogue and all the ways it can help pacing, character development, and even scene setting. Parker Peevyhouse Instagram about dialogue Emily Thiede Linktree THIS VICIOUS GRACE on Goodreads --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message…

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28: Gothic Romance with Lyndall Clipstone 1:10:44

3y ago1:10:44

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Anna and Emily chat with debut author Lyndall Clipstone about her gothic romance LAKESEDGE, writing romance beats, and how to craft an aesthetically gorgeous gothic setting. Lyndall Clipstone LAKESEDGE website LAKESEDGE on Goodreads --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message…

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27: Multiple Points of View 1:00:43

3y ago1:00:43

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Anna and Emily tackle the benefits and tricks to writing multiple points of view. Basic Pitches on Twitter Basic Pitches on Instagram THIS VICIOUS GRACE on Goodreads --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message

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26: Break Down Structure: Act Four 51:17

3y ago51:17

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Anna and Emily discuss the essential ingredients for a stellar act four as well as how to go about crafting one. Basic Pitches on Twitter Basic Pitches on Instagram This Vicious Grace on Goodreads Sweet, Bittersweet, Semisweet, and Bitter Endings --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message…

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25: Breaking Down Story Structure: Messy Middles 56:23

3y ago56:23

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Using the four act structure, Anna and Emily break down the basic components of those messy middles. Basic Pitches on Twitter Basic Pitches on Instagram THIS VICIOUS GRACE on Goodreads --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message

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24: Breaking Down Structure: First Chapters 55:08

3y ago55:08

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Anna and Emily discuss how to write and revise a gripping opening chapter, and they came prepared with examples! Basic Pitches on Twitter THIS VICIOUS GRACE on GoodReads --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message

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23: Breaking Down Structure: Act One 1:03:48

3y ago1:03:48

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Anna and Emily start breaking down basic novel structures and discuss what they think are essential ingredients to a great first act! Jami Gold's Beat Sheets THIS VICIOUS GRACE on Goodreads Basic Pitches on Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message…

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22: Publishing Process- Part One 50:51

3y ago50:51

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Anna and Emily chat about what the publishing process is like after you sell a book. THIS VICIOUS GRACE on GoodReads --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message

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