

Show, don't Tell Writing with Suzy Vadori
Suzy Vadori
If writing advice and the lingo used in the publishing industry usually sounds like gobbledygook to you, look no further than this Show, don’t Tell Writing podcast.I’m Author, Editor, and Book Coach Suzy Vadori, and I’m absolutely obsessed with helping writers get their ideas onto the page in a way that readers LOVE. If you think Show, don’t Tell is just tired writing advice, prepare to have your eyes opened as I break down the process of applying this key technique in both fiction and nonfiction books, sharing step-by-step actions each week you can take immediately to get closer each week to your wildest writing dreams, whether you’re writing your first book, or your tenth, all while making the process inspiring and fun. If you want your book to get published, read, loved, and shared with readers all over the world, I’ll address the questions that are sooo hard to find answers for. Is your writing good enough to be published in today’s market? What are the unwritten rules that can make agents, publishers, and readers give your book 5-star reviews? Do you have what it takes to make it as a writer? Hint: You definitely do, but nobody is born knowing how to write a terrific book, so join us to give yourself an advantage over all the other books out there by adding to your writing skills, and getting the straight goods on the industry. In this weekly show, I’ll bring you writing techniques, best practices, motivation, inspirational stories from real live authors out there making it in the world, and actionable advice that can help you turn that book you’re writing into the bestseller you know deep down that it can be. I’ll even share the tangible, step-by-step writing advice that I used to escape her daily grind of being a corporate executive to make a living doing all things writing, and living my best creative life. I’ll be interviewing top writing experts and authors who give you the straight goods on what it takes to make it as a writer. Knowing these writing truths has given me the opportunity to work with thousands of writers over the past decade who have seen their writing dreams come true, and doors open for them that they hadn’t even thought of when they started their journey.If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels on your book’s draft and get serious about making your writing the best it can be, don't miss an episode – subscribe or follow today, and visit my website at www.suzyvadori.com for more writing resources and updates.
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Mar 31, 2026 • 47min
93. [Show, don't Tell Page Review] Middle Grade Magical Realism
Send us Fan MailJoin Suzy and Author Stacy Burch as they discuss how to moderate pacing with the inner thoughts, and the importance of establishing a clear want and stakes for your main character in every scene. 🌟 Grab your spot in Suzy's Inner Circle at www.suzyvadori.com/innercircleMake your podcast work for your business - Listen to Podcasting AmplifiedPractical strategies to turn your podcast into a business growth engine.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight

Mar 24, 2026 • 56min
92. Kiss and Tell: Writing Romance with Michelle Hazen
Send us Fan MailIf you're a romance writer looking to spice up your sex scenes, or just looking for concrete ways to up the intimacy in whatever genre you write, Michelle Hazen has written the instruction manual that will change how you look at spice!🌟 Grab your spot in Suzy's Inner Circle at www.suzyvadori.com/innercircleMake your podcast work for your business - Listen to Podcasting AmplifiedPractical strategies to turn your podcast into a business growth engine.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight

Mar 17, 2026 • 32min
91. Nurturing Heart-Centered Stories with Dani Abernathy
Send a textJoin the conversation this week as Suzy and Dani Abernathy discuss how using a rooted approach and systems like the Enneagram can help you as a writer discover, nurture, and grow the story that only you can write. Intro to the Enneagram Course🌟 Grab your spot in Suzy's Inner Circle at www.suzyvadori.com/innercircleMake your podcast work for your business - Listen to Podcasting AmplifiedPractical strategies to turn your podcast into a business growth engine.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight

Mar 10, 2026 • 43min
90. The Transformative Power of Romance
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Suzy welcomes Romance Author and Book Coach Emily Colin, and they dive into a conversation on how the Romance genre is both powerful and transformative, but all too frequently dismissed as fluff. 🌟 Grab your spot in Suzy's Inner Circle at www.suzyvadori.com/innercircleMake your podcast work for your business - Listen to Podcasting AmplifiedPractical strategies to turn your podcast into a business growth engine.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight

Mar 3, 2026 • 44min
89. Balancing Facts with Storytelling Through a Writer's Lens
Send us Fan MailThis week, Suzy chats with Fulbright Scholar and Author Gigi Berardi about her novel, Bianca's Cure, and how she came to write this 'history-driven novel.' 🌟 Grab your spot in Suzy's Inner Circle at www.suzyvadori.com/innercircleMake your podcast work for your business - Listen to Podcasting AmplifiedPractical strategies to turn your podcast into a business growth engine.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight

Feb 26, 2026 • 27min
88. Audiobook Production (Part 2)
Send us Fan MailIn part 2 of this series on audiobooks, Jenny Hoops of Snowdog Audio and Suzy dive into the nitty-gritty of audiobook production. Learn what kind of equipment you need for a DIY setup, and the variety of options available to you if you choose to have someone else narrate your book. 🌟 Grab your spot in Suzy's Inner Circle at www.suzyvadori.com/innercircleMake your podcast work for your business - Listen to Podcasting AmplifiedPractical strategies to turn your podcast into a business growth engine.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight

Feb 24, 2026 • 34min
87. Audiobooks Demystified (Part 1)
Send us Fan MailIf the idea of having an audiobook edition of your book is overwhelming, this two-part podcast episode series is for you! Suzy sits down with audiobook producer and the founder of Snowdog Audio, Jenny Hoops to start with the basics and get you up to speed on all things audiobook! 🌟 Grab your spot in Suzy's Inner Circle at www.suzyvadori.com/innercircleMake your podcast work for your business - Listen to Podcasting AmplifiedPractical strategies to turn your podcast into a business growth engine.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight

Feb 17, 2026 • 28min
86. 20 Ways to Get Paid as a Writer
Send us Fan MailMentioned in the Episode: Show don’t tell Writing Podcast: Episode #61. 100 Rejections with Liz J. Bradley (Part 1)Downloads:20 Ways to Get Paid as a Writer30 Ways to Promote Your Book 🌟 Grab your spot in Suzy's Inner Circle at www.suzyvadori.com/innercircleMake your podcast work for your business - Listen to Podcasting AmplifiedPractical strategies to turn your podcast into a business growth engine.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight

Feb 10, 2026 • 45min
85. Bad Showing and Good Telling
Send us Fan MailIs it ALWAYS more important to Show? When can you TELL? Join Suzy and her guest this week, book coach Julie Artz, for an energetic conversation about when you should rein in your showing and opt to simply tell. 🌟 Grab your spot in Suzy's Inner Circle at www.suzyvadori.com/innercircleMake your podcast work for your business - Listen to Podcasting AmplifiedPractical strategies to turn your podcast into a business growth engine.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight

Feb 3, 2026 • 33min
84. Writing About Your Life As Fiction
Send us Fan MailWhat if you wanted to write about your life, but you didn't want to tell all in a memoir? In this episode Suzy talks with Shivani Malik, PhD, about the process of writing her novel The Sky is Different Here. How she turned journal entries into a story with a compelling theme, tight pacing, and characters to remember. 🌟 Grab your spot in Suzy's Inner Circle at www.suzyvadori.com/innercircleMake your podcast work for your business - Listen to Podcasting AmplifiedPractical strategies to turn your podcast into a business growth engine.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySign Up for the Inspired Writing Newsletter HERESubmit Your Page for our Show don't Tell Coaching EpisodesLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts (Thank you!) Intro and Outro Music is Daisy by Zight and used under a CC by 4.0 DEED Attribution 4.0 International license. For more music by Zight visit https://www.youtube.com/zight


