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The Novel Writing PodcastOther People’s OpinionsWe do not fear the vague idea of other people's opinions. We fear the opinions of specific people, but cover up that worry with vague language. CALL IT OUT.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-08-1505 minThe Novel Writing PodcastWhen the Characters Yank the Story AwayCharacters yanking the story away from your outline is not necessarily a bad thing.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-08-0803 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDevelopmental Editing vs. CopyeditingNovelists need developmental edits, copyedits, and proofreading. This episode breaks down the difference between dev and copy, and why you need both... maybe more than once.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-08-0104 minThe Novel Writing PodcastTools I Use to Write NovelsThe 60 Day Novel Writing ChallengeScrivener & Scapple (by Literature & Latte)Notion.so- Ultimate Brain Template by Thomas Frank (affiliate link)- Storyflint Writing TemplatesNanowrimo.orgMicrosoft WordProWritingAidColdTurkeyWriter4thewords.comAtticusInkarnateCanvaWRITING PLAYLISTS- Abbie Emmons- Epic Music VN - almost always has an epic music livestream going- Marcus Warner (YouTube) + Marcus on Spotify- E.S. Posthumus (Spotify)- Audiomachine (Spotify)- Thomas Bergersen (Spotify)BOOKS- The...
2023-07-2510 minThe Novel Writing PodcastBreak Writer’s Block with ColdTurkeyWriterFor a no-frills editor that completely blocks your entire computer until you hit a word count or a time goal, look no further than Cold Turkey Writer.https://getcoldturkey.com/writer/ Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-07-1805 minThe Novel Writing PodcastSelf-Editing AFTER the First DraftI get two main questions from clients about self-editing:1. When do I know when I'm ready to self edit?2. What does your self-editing process look like?Listen to hear my answers...Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on App...
2023-07-1104 min
This is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 DiabetesJessie’s Rugby NationalsJessie plays Division 1 Women's Rugby for Montana State University, and this year her team went to Nationals in Washington, D.C.! In this episode, Colleen interviews Jessie about her Nationals experience and what it took to manage her blood sugars not just on the trip there, but during the games themselves.T1D does not have to stop you from playing impact sports! What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram
2023-07-0418 minThe Novel Writing PodcastYour Writing Sucks, but YOU Don’tJust because your first draft is terrible doesn't mean that YOU are terrible.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-07-0402 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDon’t Self-Edit While Writing the First DraftIn general, we shouldn't "self-edit" while writing the first draft. But listen to this episode where I clear up some of the confusion about what actually counts as self-editing, and exceptions that keep you on-track with your plot and outline.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Lea...
2023-06-2703 minThe Novel Writing PodcastWhat to Remember During the First DraftThe first draft is supposed to be garbage. THE FIRST DRAFT IS SUPPOSED TO BE GARBAGE. Don't let perfect get in the way of your first draft. Just. Write.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-06-2002 minThis is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 DiabetesEp. 200: Our Top T1D Stories & AnecdotesWe're officially at 200 episodes! In today's milestone production, Jessie & Colleen share some of our most memorable T1D stories and anecdotes from over the years.Our lives are made up of stories, and living with T1D adds an interesting layer on top of those stories. Every moment has T1D lurking somewhere, but sometimes it comes to the front and becomes the main character.Listen in as we go back and forth with these stories!What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on...
2023-06-1336 minThe Novel Writing PodcastHow to Make Time for WritingWe don't just HAVE time to write. We have to MAKE time to write. Listen for 4 ways you can MAKE time for writing.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-06-1304 minThe Novel Writing PodcastExpectations vs. Reality & PrioritiesWhen you have high expectations, you have a longer and harder fall when reality interferes. Honesty about your priorities matters.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-06-0605 minThe Novel Writing PodcastWhat to Do When Writing is HardSometimes writing is just plain hard. But that doesn't have to STOP you from writing. Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-05-3004 minThe Novel Writing PodcastAccepting CritiqueNo one likes to hear that their baby (first / second / nth draft) needs improvement. Learn how we at Tally Ink encourage our authors how to accept critique without being scarred.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-05-2302 minThe Novel Writing PodcastHow to Give Good CritiqueGiving your opinion isn't hard, but giving critique CAN BE. If you're struggling with giving good critique, listen in.Professional Premium starts on the first day of each quarter (January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, October 1st). Find out more information at https://www.the60daynovelwritingchallenge.com/professional-premiumSend us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chro...
2023-05-1902 minThe Novel Writing PodcastMindset in Idea Generation & Writing PhasesYour mindset when coming up with story vs. your mindset while writing it are two different headspaces. Learn the difference here.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-05-1603 minThe Novel Writing PodcastBreak Writer’s Block with 4thewordsUse 4thewords to break writer's block by gamifying your writing... beating monsters with your word count.Sign up for 4thewords here: https://4thewords.com/Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-05-0902 minThe Novel Writing PodcastThe Garbage First DraftThe first draft's only job is to exist. Stop trying to make it do more than that.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-05-0503 minThis is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 DiabetesEp. 194: How to Get Exercise When it Feels HardHow do you exercise when it feels hard? Sometimes, you just don't feel motivated to get up, go to the gym, or move your body. Colleen & Jessie talk about different ways to handle that, and experimenting with what it takes to get you out the door and doing something—anything.What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram
2023-05-0219 minThe Novel Writing PodcastProfessional PremiumProfessional Premium is where 60-day challengers come when they want the next level of accountability and support with writing, even beyond the end of the first draft.Join us in Premium: https://www.the60daynovelwritingchallenge.com/professional-premiumSend us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a r...
2023-05-0203 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 60 VICTORY & What To Do NextThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 60 VIDEO: VICTORY & What To Do Next. Celebrating is a skill!Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-2903 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 59 Powering Through to the EndThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 59 VIDEO: Powering Through to the End. Don't compare yourself to other authors—compare yourself to PAST you.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-2802 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 58 Satisfying EndingsThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 58 VIDEO: Satisfying Endings. Don't yoink satisfaction from your readers by pulling a "gotcha" with the ending.Naomi Novik's Scholomance series: https://www.goodreads.com/series/282152-the-scholomanceSend us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Lea...
2023-04-2703 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 57 Active DescriptionsThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 57 VIDEO: Active Descriptions. AKA, when you have a choice between showing and telling, err on the side of showing.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-2601 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 56 Commas, Commas, Commas!This is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 56 VIDEO: Commas, Commas, Commas! The Oxford Comma is not optional. I DARE YOU TO FIGHT ME ON THIS.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-2502 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 55 Authentic CoincidenceThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 55 VIDEO: Authentic Coincidence. COINCIDENCE??? I THINK NOT.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-2402 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 54 Creating Book TitlesThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 54 VIDEO: Creating Book Titles. The title you love might not be the title the READERS love.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-2303 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 53 Writing Tense and POVThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 53 VIDEO: Writing Tense and POV. Whatever you do, please don't choose to write in 2nd person.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-2204 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 52 Story TimelinesThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 52 VIDEO: Story Timelines. Do yourself a favor and keep things straight when you start.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-2102 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 51 Commonly Confused WordsThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 51 VIDEO: Commonly Confused Words. There, Their, They're, It's, Its, Affect, Effect, Bologna, Baloney.Check out Loic Suberville on Instagram: @loic.suberville https://www.instagram.com/loic.subervilleSend us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tal...
2023-04-2002 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 50 Sagging Middle SyndromeThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 50 VIDEO: Sagging Middle Syndrome. Not having it sag on the first draft would be a ruddy miracle.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-1903 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 49 Writing Toxic RelationshipsThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 49 VIDEO: Writing Toxic Relationships. Insert Britney Spears "TOXIC" reference here.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-1803 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 48 Portraying AffectionThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 48 VIDEO: Portraying Affection. Real life is the best place to find examples that actually work in fiction.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-1702 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 47 Using Fewer WordsThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 47 VIDEO: Using Fewer Words. Or, how to annoy Colleen's mom by saying "less" when you actually mean "fewer".Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-1602 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 46 Character FlawsThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 46 VIDEO: Character Flaws. If you're going for representation with your character flaws, do it RIGHT and ACCURATELY.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-1502 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 45 Staying Motivated to WriteThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 45 VIDEO: Staying Motivated to Write. Seven ways to make your own motivation rather than relying on it to flit by like a hummingbird.Abbie Emmons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbbieEmmonsSend us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fan...
2023-04-1404 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 44 More Grammar RulesThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 44 VIDEO: More Grammar Secrets. For the love of God, please write in active language.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-1302 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 43 Items CarriedThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 43 VIDEO: Items Carried. Make it memorable.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-1202 minThis is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 DiabetesEp. 191: How to Meal Prep on a Busy ScheduleDo you stress out about meal prepping when you have such a busy schedule? If you don't have a lot of time, trying to figure out meal prep can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Jessie and Colleen share their tips for meal prepping when you 1) have T1D, and 2) have a lot going on.What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram
2023-04-1117 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 42 Channeling EmotionThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 42 VIDEO: Channeling Emotion. Get into the right mood to write the right scenes.Abbie Emmons YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AbbieEmmonsSend us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on App...
2023-04-1102 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 41 Writing VillainsThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 41 VIDEO: Writing Villains. Every story has an antagonist, but not every story has a villain.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-1003 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 40 Lay, Lie, Laid, LainThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 40 VIDEO: Lay, Lie, Laid, and Lain. Even though I'm a grammar Nazi I still can't remember the rules for these words.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-0902 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 39 Writing AnimalsThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 39 VIDEO: Writing Animals. In which I tell you about how my childhood dog jumped off the roof.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-0802 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 38 Word Count in PerspectiveThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 38 VIDEO: Word Count in Perspective. It does not actually matter nearly as much as people tell you it does. Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-0703 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 37 Writing DialogueThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 37 VIDEO: Writing Dialogue. How people talk in real life does not directly translate to the page. Sign up for the free 5-Day Character Development Challenge: https://www.tallyink.com/characterdevelopmentchallenge Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secr...
2023-04-0602 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 36 Phrases to Never Use AgainThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 36 VIDEO: Phrases to Never Use Again. AKA, CTRL + H to find & replace after the first draft is done.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-0502 minThis is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 DiabetesEp. 190: How to Modify Recipes to be T1D FriendlyDo you ever look at a recipe on Pinterest and immediately think that eating it as-is would just wreck your blood sugars? As T1Ds, we need to know what's in foods and what might make those foods easier on us. In this episode, Jessie and Colleen discuss how to modify recipes to make them friendlier to YOUR T1D.What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram
2023-04-0420 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 35 Friendships vs. RomancesThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 35 VIDEO: Friendships vs. Romances. The most convincing romances are the ones that could happen in real life.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-0402 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 34 Writer’s BlockThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 34 VIDEO: Writer's Block. The story will NOT write itself.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-0303 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 33 Show, AND TellThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 37 VIDEO: Show, Don't Tell. Except that it's really show AND tell. Like in Kindergarten.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-04-0202 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 32 Introducing CharactersThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 32 VIDEO: Introducing Characters. For the love of your favorite author, please do not throw a plethora of characters at us all on one page.The episode of Helping Writers Become Authors that I referenced.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Hal...
2023-04-0103 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 31 Writing SprintsThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 31 VIDEO: Writing Sprints. Set yourself up for success by making a challenging BUT realistic goal.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-3103 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 30 Novel Writing PrepThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 30 VIDEO: Novel Writing Prep. There are only 4 rules to remember: Make the plan. Execute the plan. Expect the plan to go off the rails... throw away the plan. (Just kidding.)Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the...
2023-03-3002 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 29 If You’re StumpedThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 29 VIDEO: If You're Stumped. *Sarcasm Font* The solution to every problem, obviously, is a coin toss.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-2902 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 28 Proactive CharactersThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 28 VIDEO: Proactive Characters. Please don't write a wimp.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-2802 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 27 Writing a SeriesThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 27 VIDEO: Writing a Series. Patience pays off in the long run when writing multiple books in a series.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-2704 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 26 Hints, Clues, & ForeshadowingThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 26 VIDEO: Hints, Clues, and Foreshadowing. Make it so your foreshadowing creates 20/20 hindsight.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-2602 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 25 Starting the StoryThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 25 VIDEO: Starting the Story. START WHERE THE STORY STARTS.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-2503 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 24 Chapter TransitionsThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 24 VIDEO: Chapter Transitions. It's okay to NOT leave the reader on a cliffhanger.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-2402 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 23 Separating into ChaptersThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 23 VIDEO: Separating into Chapters. Whether your chapters are potato chips or 3-course meals, they need clear separation.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-2303 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 22 Deleting & CondensingThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 22 VIDEO: Deleting & Condensing. Put your cut scenes on ice to rescusitate later. Trust me.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-2204 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 21 Filling in the HolesThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 21 VIDEO: Filling the Holes. Watch out for the yellow-spotted lizards lurking in the holes of your story.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-2103 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 20 Resolving Conflicting IdeasThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 24 VIDEO: Resolving Conflicting Ideas. You can totally write your own Fanfiction with the ideas that don't fit in the main story. Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-2002 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 19 Overcoming the Info DumpThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 19 VIDEO: Overcoming the Info Dump. Or, how not to bore your readers with backstory.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-1902 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 18 Adding While OrganizingThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 18 VIDEO: Adding While Organizing. Half-baked is part of the game.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-1801 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 17 Turning Ideas into ScenesThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 17 VIDEO: Turning Ideas into Scenes. Everything you write counts as writing.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-1701 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 16 Organizing ScenesThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 16 VIDEO: Organizing Scenes. Don't worry; we're not Marie Kondo-ing your story.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-1602 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 15 Suspense & AnticipationThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 15 VIDEO: Suspense & Anticipation. Needed for all genres if you want a page-turner.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-1501 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 14 Character GrowthThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 14 VIDEO: Character Growth. The only wrong character is the one who does everything right. Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-1402 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 13 Fights, Battles, & ArgumentsThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 13 VIDEO: Fights, Battles, & Arguments. Research makes right.Click here to join the Trauma Fiction Facebook Group.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-1302 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 12 Character OccupationsThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 12 VIDEO: Character Occupations. Wherein you'll learn that jobs and occupations are not the same thing. Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-1202 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 11 Climax & ResolutionThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 11 VIDEO: Climax & Resolution. All hail the English teachers who taught story structure.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-1102 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 10 Impactful EmotionsThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 10 VIDEO: Impactful Emotions. If you can make your readers cry, it's a win.Emotion Thesaurus Amazon Link (affiliate): https://amzn.to/3k71ETxEmotional Wound Thesaurus Amazon Link (affiliate): https://amzn.to/3ScuE99Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Hal...
2023-03-1002 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 9 Story ObstaclesThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 9 VIDEO: Story Obstacles. Don't fear blowing up your middle to improve its obstacles.Next Level Business Podcast Episode 152: How to Superthink: https://davemoreno.ca/ep-152-how-to-superthink/ Next Level Business Podcast Bonus Superthink Meditation: https://davemoreno.ca/bonus-superthink-meditation/Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The...
2023-03-0902 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 8 Plots & SubplotsThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 8 VIDEO: Plots & Subplots. Don't let your subplots stage a mutiny.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-0802 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 7 Creating MapsThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 7 VIDEO: Creating Maps. You need not be a cartographer; merely an explorer with a pen. Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-0703 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 6 Ethics & MoralityThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 6 VIDEO: Ethics & Morality. Words that people use interchangeably but really shouldn't: an author's discourse.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-0602 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 5 Conflict & PlotThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 5 VIDEO: Conflict & Plot. The blurb at this point is not supposed to be perfect.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-0502 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 4 Scenery & ImageryThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 4 VIDEO: Scenery & Imagery. Why it's essential to GROUND your readers with description and visualization.Click here to download a free imagery practice worksheet by Tally Ink author Shanna P. Lowe.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Sec...
2023-03-0402 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 3 Character RelationshipsThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 3 VIDEO: Character Relationships. Don't let a huge cast daunt you.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-0303 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 2 World BuildingThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 2 VIDEO: Worldbuilding. Worldbuilding is not a single-day activity. Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-0202 minThe Novel Writing PodcastDAY 1 Character DevelopmentThis is the companion episode to The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge DAY 1 VIDEO: Character Development. For characters to resonate, they need to be like real humans. Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tally)Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
2023-03-0101 minThe Novel Writing PodcastThe 60-Day Novel Writing ChallengeWhat is the 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge? What's Professional Premium? Colleen and Halie answer these questions and more in this episode of The Novel Writing Podcast. If you've got an itch of an idea for a book, the challenge can take you from blank page to the first 50,000 words of that book in just two months. Don't believe us? Check out testimonials from some of our success stories at https://www.inspiredforward.com.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge fo...
2023-02-2109 minThe Novel Writing PodcastThe Top 3 Obstacles Holding Writers BackWhenever aspiring or interested people approach us about wanting to write a book, inevitably they share obstacles they think hold them back from being able to actually do it. In this episode, Halie and Colleen break down each of those obstacles and how Tally Ink and The 60-Day Novel Writing Challenge help writers move past them.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA por...
2023-02-1511 minThe Novel Writing PodcastWhy Writing is ImportantHave you ever questioned why writing is even important? Even if you've had a lifelong dream to publish a novel, you may question how writing affects the rest of your life. In this episode, Colleen and Halie discuss six reasons why writing is important, even for established writers.Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Hal...
2023-02-1405 minThe Novel Writing PodcastIntroduction to The Novel Writing PodcastDive into the first episode of the Novel Writing Podcast with your host Colleen and her sometimes-guest Halie Fewkes Damewood! Here, we give you the gist of who we are, what we do, and what you can expect from this podcast. Send us Fan MailWhat to do next…Apply for Author Coaching with ColleenTake the 60 Day Novel Writing Challenge for FREE Sell your eBooks direct with Curios (keep 100% of sales) - Affiliate LinkRead Colleen's clean YA portal fantasy series (The Chronicles of Talahm)Read Halie's YA fantasy series (Secrets of the Tall...
2023-02-1305 minThis is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 DiabetesEp. 179: Get to Know Colleen & Jessie AgainGet to know Jessie and Colleen again! With the podcast now over 3 years old, we’re going to reintroduce ourselves! A lot has changed from when we started in 2019, so it’s time to give y’all an update and list off some accomplishments we’re proud of from the past few years.What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram
2023-01-1719 minThis is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 DiabetesEp. 171: How to Prevent BurnoutHow do you prevent burnout with type 1 diabetes? It will depend from T1D to T1D, but it boils down to self awareness of your triggers, having a solid list of self-care practices, and being willing to get help if you need it. Listen in for things that Colleen & Jessie do to prevent burnout. Don't know your burnout triggers or burnout signs? Listen to one of our past episodes on burnout: Episode 26: Diabetes BurnoutEpisode 114: Top Tips for Dealing with BurnoutRead the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode...
2022-11-2216 minThis is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 DiabetesEp. 170: World Diabetes Day 2022World Diabetes Day comes around every year on November 14th in honor of Frederick Banting's birthday. WDD is a day of education and advocacy for the diabetes community regardless of what type you have. In this episode, Jessie & Colleen share what World Diabetes Day 2022 means to them and why it's important to make time to celebrate or recognize this international day for the diabetes community.Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episodeWhat to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on...
2022-11-1511 minThis is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 DiabetesEp. 158: Insulin 4 All, with Iesha M.Iesha M, former head of Arizona's Insulin4All Chapter, shares what it's like to ration insulin to survive. Her experience advocating for access to insulin led to a visit to the White House, and her time supporting T1International's Insulin4All campaign.Leader's Lab Podcast Interview: http://bit.ly/TheLeadersLabSPOTIFYLeader's Lab Podcast Author Bio: http://www.drcharitytv.com/colleen-mitchellRead the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episodeGo straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resourcesWhat to...
2022-08-2313 minThis is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 DiabetesEp. 138: Stress Management 2.0Take a deeper dive into stress management 2.0 with us! Jessie & Colleen discuss different techniques for handling the stressors of type 1 diabetes. These tips are less about the actions we take (see episode 18) and more about starting with how we think about the circumstances we're stressing about.Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episodeGo straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resourcesJoin the Half-Dead Pancreas Club! What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts F...
2022-04-0555 minThis is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 DiabetesEp. 124: Diabetes Goals for 2022Colleen & Jessie share a recap of 2021 goals, and set new diabetes goals for 2022. When setting diabetes goals, it's important to run them through the filter of these three questions: WHAT, WHO, and WHY.Listen in to get ideas for your goals for 2022 and beyond!Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episodeGo straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resourcesJoin the Half-Dead Pancreas Club! What to do next... Leave a review on Ap...
2021-12-2821 minThis is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 DiabetesEp. 120: Pump WarrantiesWondering about your insulin pump warranty? Are you one of those people who reads the warranty agreement, or are you like me (Colleen) in that you only pay attention when something breaks?In this episode, Jessie and Colleen share some high-level information about the pump warranties for Tandem, Medtronic, and Omnipod. For specifics on YOUR insulin pump, please check your paperwork or give your pump rep a call.Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episodeGo straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show no...
2021-11-3032 minThis is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 DiabetesEp. 104: Jessie & Colleen Interview Each OtherColleen and Jessie spend this episode interviewing each other! We talk diabetes, life plans, college experience, and many of the usual questions we ask our guests.Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episodeGo straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resourcesJoin the Half-Dead Pancreas Club! What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram
2021-08-101h 02This is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 DiabetesEp. 79: How Partners Handle T1D, with Tim MitchellEver wonder how partners/spouses handle their respective person's type 1 diabetes? This week, Jessie and I talk with my husband Tim about his experience with handling my T1D and the effect it's had on his life as my partner.Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episodeGo straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resourcesJoin the Half-Dead Pancreas Club! What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow C...
2021-02-1628 minThis is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 DiabetesEp. 39: Alcohol & T1DHow do you handle alcohol and type 1 diabetes? Find out how Colleen reacts to alcohol and tips for safe drinking while also dealing with diabetes.Show notes: www.inspiredforward.com/episode39Podcast page: http://thisistype1.comJoin the Half-Dead Pancreas Club! What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram
2020-05-1221 minThis is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 DiabetesEp. 5: The Differences Between Types 1 & 2In this episode, Colleen & Jessie discuss the differences between type 1 diabetes and type 2. Because type 2 is more common, many people have misconceptions about type 1 diabetes that we wanted to clear up. Also... listen in to the hack of the week: restarting Dexcom G6 sensors (when paired with a Tandem t:Slim X2 pump)! Show notes: www.inspiredforward.com/episode5Podcast page: http://thisistype1.comJoin the Half-Dead Pancreas Club! What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram ...
2019-09-1723 minThis is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 DiabetesEp. 4: Sibling Perspectives with Karen WalkerThis week we're talking with Colleen's sister, Karen, about her experience growing up with a type 1 sibling. She shares memories from when Colleen was diagnosed at age 2 and offers some advice for the parents of newly diagnosed children who have non-diabetic siblings.Show notes: www.inspiredforward.com/episode4Podcast page: http://thisistype1.comJoin the Half-Dead Pancreas Club! What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram
2019-09-1015 minThis is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 DiabetesEp. 3: What is Type 1 Diabetes?What exactly is type 1 diabetes? Colleen and Jessie discuss what type 1 is, the roles of insulin and glucose, why it's so serious, some risk factors for developing type 1, and common questions they get as type 1 diabetics.Show notes: www.inspiredforward.com/episode3Podcast page: http://thisistype1.comJoin the Half-Dead Pancreas Club! What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram
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