Writing Excuses Notes : Season One
It takes endless effort to become a better writer. Oodles of advice. Tons of practice.
In order to get better at writing, I have been researching, watching lectures, listening to podcasts and taking notes.
One of my favorite tools is Writing Excuses. It is a podcast created to help novelists.
Listed below are some of my notes. Hopefully you find them helpful.
Season 1, Episode 1: Brainstorming
Season 1, Episode 2: Blending Ideas
Season 1, Episode 3: Kill Your Darlings
Season 1, Episode 4: Beginnings
Season 1, Episode 5: Heroes & Protagonists
Season 1, Episode 6: Flaws VS Handicaps
Season 1, Episode 7: Villains
Season 1, Episode 8: Sci-Fi
Season 1, Episode 9: Sci-Fi Sub-Genres
Season 1, Episode 10: Pacing
Season 1, Episode 11: The Business of Writing
Season 1, Episode 12: Submitting to Editors
Season 1, Episode 14: Magic Systems and their Rules
Season 1, Episode 15: Costs and Ramifications of Magic
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