Helping Writers Become Authors
K.M. Weiland
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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Nov 27, 2023 • 20min
Ep. 645: 14 Do's and Don'ts of Time Management for Writers (from a Recovering Over-Achiever)
- Challenges of time management for writers
- Tips for effective time management
- Mastering time management
- Prioritizing writing and minimizing distractions
- Valuable strategies for efficient time management
Oct 30, 2023 • 21min
Ep. 644: "There and Back Again": The Lord of the Rings and the Power of Despair in Fiction
To create fiction that offers life-changing hope, authors must be willing to also embrace the power of despair in fiction. Here are 5 tips.
Oct 9, 2023 • 18min
Ep. 643: How to Use Archetypes in a Series
Consider the following four approaches to how to use archetypes in a series so you can determine which feels most resonant for your story.
Oct 2, 2023 • 18min
Ep. 642: How Meditation Can Inspire Your Next Story
Whether you're using a guided approach or just freewheeling, here are five ideas for how meditation can inspire your next story idea.
Sep 25, 2023 • 10min
Ep. 641: Announcing Archetypal Character Guided Meditations! (+Giveaway)
Based on six transformational character arcs, these Archetypal Character Guided Meditations will help writers brainstorm even better stories.
Sep 18, 2023 • 18min
Ep. 640: What Are Antagonistic Proxies? And How Can They Help Your Story?
Here are four tips for how to use antagonistic proxies to your advantage, depending on your story's needs, without complicating your story.
Sep 11, 2023 • 16min
Ep. 639: Where Should You Start Plotting Your Story?
An overview of the main concerns when deciding where to start plotting a story, depending on where it makes the most sense for you.
Aug 28, 2023 • 16min
Ep. 638: Hot Tip for Character Relationships: The Relationship IS a Character
One of the best tricks for writing memorable character relationships is to think of each relationship as an entity of its own. Here's how.
Aug 21, 2023 • 23min
Ep. 637: How to Rediscover the Joy of Writing
What happens when you lose the joy? Learn how to rediscover the joy of writing you experienced way back at the beginning of your journey,
Aug 14, 2023 • 18min
What Are Plot Devices? (Why You Should Be Cautious)
Learning how to identify plot devices and fully support them on every page of your story is a huge step toward writing cohesive and resonant fiction.
