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Basic PitchesBasic PitchesAuthor Interview: Twisting Rom-Com Tropes with Meredith SchorrAnna 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/message2022-08-1158 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches53: FINDING THE JOY: When the Words Won't FlowSo 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/show/basicpitches/message2022-07-261h 07Basic PitchesBasic PitchesAuthor Interview: The Journey with Susan CrispellAnna 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/message2022-07-2157 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches52: FINDING THE JOY: Broken GoalsToday, 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.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2022-07-191h 14Basic PitchesBasic PitchesAuthor Interview: Nostalgic Settings with Erik Jon SlangerupAnna 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: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2022-07-141h 01Basic PitchesBasic Pitches51: FINDING THE JOY: Joy ThievesAnna 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: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2022-07-111h 12Basic PitchesBasic Pitches50: FINDING THE JOY: Deliberate PracticeWhile 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 effective ways. **REMEMBER** Leave a review for THIS VICIOUS GRACE on GoodReads or Amazon! Emily Thiede Linktree Lyssa Smith Website REVELLE on GoodReads --- Send in a...2022-07-051h 07Basic PitchesBasic Pitches49: Q&A with Emily ThiedeAnna 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/message2022-06-2840 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches48: Building in Breaks with Tracy BaduaAnna 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 Curse --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2022-06-2157 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches47: 5 Writing Myths DebunkedWrite 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/message2022-05-3154 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches46: An Evolving Process with Sonora ReyesAnna 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 CATHOLIC SCHOOL Info on #QPOCChat --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2022-05-241h 00Basic PitchesBasic Pitches45: Taking Chances with Maggie GilesAnna 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/message2022-05-171h 00Basic PitchesBasic Pitches44: Using Character to Create Plot with Catherine BakewellAnna 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2022-05-031h 03Basic PitchesBasic Pitches43: Q&A with Emily and AnnaAnna 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/message2022-04-2659 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches42: Updating Retellings for a Modern World with Lillie LainoffAnna 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/message2022-04-191h 01Basic PitchesBasic Pitches41: Memoirs with Taylor HarrisEmily 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/message2022-04-051h 02Basic PitchesBasic Pitches40: The Power of Beat SheetsAnna 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/message2022-03-2952 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches39: When to Let Go with Alexandria RogersAnna 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 message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2022-03-221h 01Basic PitchesBasic Pitches38: Pitch Wars Wrap Up and Catching UpAnna and Emily spend time talking about Pitch Wars and their latest projects. Info About Pitch Decks Anna's Instagram 2022-03-1554 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches37: Middle Grade Mysteries with Katryn BuryEmily 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/message2022-03-0850 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches36: Sci-Fi with Meg LongWelcome 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 message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2022-01-0455 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches35: Season One Wrap-UpAnna 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/message2021-11-3047 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches34: YALLFest Wrap-UpWhile 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 Jamye Smith, and do's and don'ts from fellow podcaster Jenna Devillier. Writing with the Soul workshop by Adrienne Young Jamye Smith on Instragram From Spark to Shelf with Jenna Devillier REVELLE on Goodreads by Lyssa Smith2021-11-231h 07Basic PitchesBasic Pitches33: Writing CookiesWhat'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/message2021-11-0254 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches32: Prepping for NaNoWriMoAnna 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/message2021-10-2658 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches31: Promise of the PremiseAnna 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/message2021-10-1247 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches30: You are the Snack!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/message2021-09-2756 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches29: Effective DialogueAnna 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/message2021-09-2058 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches28: Gothic Romance with Lyndall ClipstoneAnna 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/message2021-09-131h 10Basic PitchesBasic Pitches27: Multiple Points of ViewAnna 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/message2021-08-231h 00Basic PitchesBasic Pitches26: Break Down Structure: Act FourAnna 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/message2021-08-1651 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches25: Breaking Down Story Structure: Messy MiddlesUsing 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/message2021-08-0956 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches24: Breaking Down Structure: First ChaptersAnna 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/message2021-07-2655 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches23: Breaking Down Structure: Act OneAnna 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/message2021-07-191h 03Basic PitchesBasic Pitches22: Publishing Process- Part OneAnna 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/message2021-07-1250 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches21: Retellings with Lauren BlackwoodAnna and Emily chat with Lauren Blackwood about her Ethiopian inspired retelling of Jane Eyre, WITHIN THESE WICKED WALLS (2021). Preorder it now! Lauren Blackwood's Linktree Preorder WITHIN THESE WICKED WALLS Add WITHIN THESE WICKED WALLS on GoodReads --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2021-07-0553 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches20: Tropes, Tropes, TropesAnna and Emily discuss how tropes are not something to avoid but something to embrace because they're unavoidable, like an inn with only one bed or an arctic cave in which you have to huddle for warmth.  THIS VICIOUS GRACE on GoodReads TVTropes.org Basic Pitches on Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2021-06-2844 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches19: A Pitch Wars Journey with Lyssa SmithAnna and Emily chat about Lyssa Smith's journey as a returning Pitch Wars mentee. She shares advice about conscious practice with writing as well as getting the most out of the Pitch Wars experience. Lyssa Smith on Twitter. Pitch Wars Website. This Vicious Grace on GoodReads. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2021-06-211h 00Basic PitchesBasic Pitches18: When to Let Go... of Drafts*WARNING* This week's episode contains drowsiness, lots of good advice, and some audio glitches. As such, it's not a "normal" episode. But what IS normal anyway? This week, Anna and Emily discuss when to gauge when to release projects into the hands of trusted CPs, the query trenches, and/or beta readers. THIS VICIOUS GRACE on GoodReads BASIC PITCHES on Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2021-06-1537 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches17: Building Author Platform with E.J. WenstromAnna and Emily talk with author E.J. Wenstrom about her new dystopian book coming in August as well as how to build an author platform. Bonus content: ADHD bumpers and a guest dog appearance! E.J. Wenstrom on Twitter E.J. Wenstrom LinkTree Fantasy + Girls Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2021-06-0759 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches16: Writing ResourcesAnna and Emily destroy their friendship... Wait. No. They ALMOST destroy their friendship while talking about writing resources that have helped them explore their craft. Scrivener Plottr Helping Writers Become Authors Structuring Your Novel by K.M. Weiland Jami Gold Worksheets --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2021-05-2459 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches15: Managing Professional Jealousy with Jessica JamesAnna and Emily chat with author Jessica James about surviving the querying trenches, navigating the winding round of publishing, and turning your professional jealousy (yes, we all have it) into something good for everyone! Jessica James on Twitter Basic Pitches on Twitter THE LAST FINESTRA on GoodReads --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2021-05-1752 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches14: WorldbuildingBetween giggle fits and "pew pew pew" attacks, Anna and Emily share their thoughts, tips, and perspectives on worldbuilding for all genres. Add THE LAST FINESTRA on GoodReads. Follow Basic Pitches on Twitter. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2021-05-1055 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches13: Work, Life, ... Video Games? Chatting with Lyndsay ElyAnna and Emily chat with Lyndsay Ely about balancing work, life, and all the side hustles and pressures that come with being a writer. Plus, you get to hear some behind the scenes info about her new book OVERWATCH DEADLOCK REBELS out June 1st, 2021! Lyndsay Ely's Website DEADLOCK REBELS preorder THE LAST FINESTRA on GoodReads --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2021-05-0359 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches12: Finding the Right Agent for YouUh, oh. Anna and Emily have their first Happy Hour episode. They talk about finding the right agent as well as red flags to be aware of when searching for someone to query. Also, they laugh... A lot... About pasta. THE LAST FINESTRA on GoodReads. Basic Pitches on Twitter. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2021-04-1952 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches11: A Conversation with KL BurdAnna and Emily chat with KL Burd about his writing journey, his positive spin to the querying process, and the new podcast he's apart of. KL Burd on Twitter The Afronauts Podcast on Twitter The Snowflake Method by Randy Ingermason Story Grid OPPOSITE OF ALWAYS by Justin A. Reynolds THE COST OF KNOWING by Brittney Morris --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2021-04-121h 08Basic PitchesBasic Pitches10: Narrative ClosenessAnna and Emily answer a reader question about how to achieve narrative closeness. Add THE LAST FINESTRA on GoodReads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53241038-the-last-finestra) Add Basic Pitches on Twitter (https://twitter.com/2basicpitches) BOOKS MENTIONED: THIS SAVAGE SONG by V.E. Schwab THROWAWAY GIRLS by Andrea Contos GUNSLINGER GIRL by Lyndsay Ely RED, WHITE & ROYAL BLUE by Casey McQuinston --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2021-04-051h 11Basic PitchesBasic Pitches09: The Spark with Jade LorenAnna and Emily talk with special guest Jade Loren about ways to start new projects! Find Jade Loren on Twitter! (https://twitter.com/jademloren) Jade Loren's editing service! (https://jadewritesbooks.wixsite.com/mysite-1/services) Add THE LAST FINESTRA on GoodReads! (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53241038-the-last-finestra) JellyNell on Etsy. (https://www.etsy.com/shop/JellyNell?ref=search_shop_redirect) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2021-03-2953 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches08: Crafting Character ArcsAfter discussing the new SHADOW AND BONE trailer, Anna and Emily discuss some clever ways to craft memorable character arcs. Add THE LAST FINESTRA on GoodReads. (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53241038-the-last-finestra) Buy from JellyNell's Etsy shop. (https://www.etsy.com/shop/JellyNell?ref=search_shop_redirect) Follow Basic Pitches on Twitter. (https://twitter.com/2basicpitches) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2021-03-221h 08Basic PitchesBasic PitchesAnnouncements and ApologiesAnna explains how there's no episode this week, and she encourages you all to hydrate and support good books. THE LAST FINESTRA by Emily Thiede (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53241038-the-last-finestra) BEASTS OF PREY by Ayana Gray (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/673322/beasts-of-prey-by-ayana-gray/) WE ARE THE FIRE by Sam Taylor (https://www.samtaylorwrites.com/preorder-we-are-the-fire)2021-03-1501 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches07: Morally Gray Characters with Sam TaylorAnna and Emily talk with debut author Sam Taylor about morally gray characters and complex villains, all of which can be found in her book WE ARE THE FIRE-- out now! Buy WE ARE THE FIRE by Sam Taylor and follow her on all social media platforms. (https://linktr.ee/samtaylorauthor) Add THE LAST FINESTRA on GoodReads. (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53241038-the-last-finestra) Follow Basic Pitches Podcast on Twitter. (https://twitter.com/2basicpitches) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2021-03-0847 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches06: Wrestling with RevisionsAnna and Emily discuss all things revision from what revision is to tips and tricks on how to tackle it! Add THE LAST FINESTRA on GoodReads. (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53241038-the-last-finestra) Check out JellyNell's Etsy shop. She made our cover! (https://www.etsy.com/shop/JellyNell?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=944664912) Add us on Twitter! (https://twitter.com/2basicpitches) Have writerly questions? E-mail us at basicpitchespodcast@gmail.com! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2021-03-0149 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches05: Pitches with Ayana GrayAnna and Emily welcome their very first, very special guest: the fabulous Ayana Gray, author of BEASTS OF PREY coming September 2021. Ayana talks about writing pitches, taking chances, and even gives us a peek into her upcoming debut BEASTS OF PREY. You don't want to miss this episode! Add BEASTS OF PREY by Ayana Gray on GoodReads. (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55038226-beasts-of-prey) Preorder BEASTS OF PREY by Ayana Gray. (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/673322/beasts-of-prey-by-ayana-gray/) Follow Ayana Gray on Twitter. (https://twitter.com/AyanaGray) 2021-02-1757 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches04: Making Your Query Stand OutAgent inboxes are busy, and your book deserves the best! That's why Anna and Emily are digging into into a few ways to make your query letter stand out. Add THE LAST FINESTRA on GoodReads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53241038-the-last-finestra) Cover art by @JellyNellArt on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/jellynellart/) Add Basic Pitches on Twitter. (https://twitter.com/2basicpitches) RESOURCES USED IN THE SHOW: "Queries? Must We?" by Emily Thiede (http://ekthiede.com/2018/10/10/queries-must-we/)2021-02-1556 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches03: Pantsing? Plotting? Why not both?Anna and Emily talk about the pros and cons of pantsing (writing without a plan) and plotting. Spoiler: they're both valuable, and we think you should learn to utilize both! Add THE LAST FINESTRA on GoodReads. (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53241038-the-last-finestra) Cover art by @JellyNellArt on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/jellynellart/) Add Basic Pitches on Twitter. (https://twitter.com/2basicpitches) RESOURCES DISCUSSED IN THE SHOW: "Story Corpse" talk by V.E. Schwab (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnMUo6G...2021-02-0144 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches02: Finding Critique PartnersAnna and Emily discuss where to find critique partners. Thank you to Alyssa for our WONDERFUL cover art. Please go support her on Instagram @jellynellart. She's got an Etsy shop that will soon be up as well as tons of great art for you to feast your eyes upon! Thanks, Alyssa! Make sure to add Emily's book THE LAST FINESTRA on GoodReads.  (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53241038-the-last-finestra) You can find us on Twitter at... @AnnaRaeWrites @ethiedee @2basicpitches If you liked what you heard, m...2021-01-1828 minBasic PitchesBasic Pitches01: Introductions and Critique PartnersAnna and Emily talk about where the idea for the podcast originated plus how to build strong critique partner relationships. Twitter: @AnnaRaeWrites  &  @ethiedee --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/basicpitches/message2021-01-0426 minBasic PitchesBasic PitchesAnna & Emily Make a Podcast TrailerFor months, Anna and Emily swapped voice messages about writerly angst. Now they're sharing their angst with you in a brand new podcast! Join them for writing tips, wandering analogies, and plenty of giggle fits. As you wait for our new episode, help us decide on a podcast name. Take our Survey Monkey below! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MKN2VLL Find us on Twitter! Anna Mercier: @AnnaRaeWrites Emily Thiede: @ethiedee While you're at it, go ahead and add Emily's upcoming debut The Last Finestra on GoodReads.2020-11-1601 min