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Marisa's Wicked Word NoshMy Talk with Shaine GreenwoodEarlier this month, I spoke to writer Shaine Greenwood about his recently-published sci-fi anthology, The Aether, but we discussed a number of other topics, including beta readers, Patreon and self-promotion, social media, and whether writers should also be readers.
About Shaine:
Shaine Greenwood (he/him pronouns) is a Seattle-based writer who takes practice in the time-honored Pacific Northwest traditions of drinking coffee, hiking, and avoiding eye contact with strangers.
He has recently published The Aether, a collection of 11 scifi stories, on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B091G2NH3Z
Aside from the published works on Amazon, you can fi...2021-10-2456 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshNaNoWriMo, & What I’m Working On NowI briefly discuss NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month, which begins November 1), then talk about my current work in progress. I also offer what I hope are some words of encouragement on whether or not you should stick with a piece of writing even if you don’t feel a deep connection with it.
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Find out about NaNoWriMo (& sign up, if you’d like) here: https://nanowrimo.org
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Marisa's Wicked Word NoshExploring the Possibilities of Ekphrastic PoetryEkphrastic poetry includes vivid imagery about a work of art created by another artist. You may have read ekphrastic poems inspired by paintings or sculptures, but they can also be about music, dance, and other forms of art. I explain some reasons why ekphrastic poetry can be so appealing to readers and writers, and how these poems can get our creative juices flowing.
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The Victorian Variety ShowIt’s Just the Beginning: Victorian Views on Death and Mourning RitualsAccording to many sources, the Victorians are seen as having been obsessed with death. In the first of what I anticipate will be numerous episodes concerning this topic, I explain why some of their views on death originated, and describe some common customs and superstitions regarding mourning and funeral rituals.
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Also, I recently di...2021-09-1820 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshH. H. Munro (Saki): Master of Satire and the Short StoryI discuss some of the reasons why H. H. Munro (Saki) is considered by many to be a master of both satire and the short story, as well as some of the characteristics of the Edwardian Era, which Munro knew so well and incorporated into his oeuvre.
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Also, I recently started...2021-09-1218 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshWriting, Music, Travel, & more…with Marijah V.!I recently spoke to Marijah V. about writing, music, traveling, and a number of other topics. I think writers and non-writers alike can take away a great deal from our discussion!
Marijah’s bio (from Amazon):
Marijah, author and musician, resides between San Diego, CA and Baltimore, MD. She has attained a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music Performance, a Master of Management Degree specializing in Human Resources Management, and is currently enrolled in a doctoral program in General Psychology.
Marijah created a small non-profit organization, 'Mjai V.'s Worldwide Reach', to educate others about the cultural, economic, educational, and ag...2021-08-2938 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshAn Intro to Jisei (the Japanese Death Poem)I discuss some characteristics of the jisei, aka the Japanese death poem, and some reasons this form of poetry is so deeply ingrained in Japanese culture, and provide some insight into what this type of poetry can teach us about life.
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Also, I recently started a new podcast! You can catch...2021-08-1516 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshTalking with...WB Welch!I recently had a great discussion with writer WB Welch about novellas, horror writing, poetry, and how writers can fit writing into a busy schedule and effectively use social media.
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About WB Welch: While she's spent most of her professional career in marketing and customer communications, WB has had many hobbies over the years, including photography and natural skin care and holistic remedies. She studied and became certified in personal training and corrective exercise, and she’s always been an adrenaline junkie. She’s been bungee jumping, skydiving, owned a Yamaha R1 for a time (before it was so woefully stol...2021-08-0146 minMarisa's Wicked Word Nosh“Encore” episode: Quantity v. Quality: What’s a Writer To Do??????This episode originally aired on September 06, 2020. I think this question is on a lot of writers’ minds, and it applies to many other areas of our lives.
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Links to Stuff I Mentioned in This Episode:
#PitMad: https://pitchwars.org/pitmad/
JSTOR: https://www.jstor.org/
NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month): https://nanowrimo.org/
Here's what I used to estimate how much Stephen King ha...2021-07-2521 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshEncore Episode: Choosing the “Right” Book Title: It’s Not an Exact Science, After All!This week, I’m revisiting an topic that I originally discussed in my August 16, 2020 episode. Choosing a title is difficult for many of us (myself included), but there are a number of ways we can make this process easier for ourselves.*************************************************************************************************************************************************
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"Naming Your Novel: How to Choose a Fiction Title That Fits," by Jacob Mohr: ht...2021-07-1823 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshEncore episode: Feel Like an Impostor? You’re NOT Alone!I originally covered impostor syndrome in my August 2, 2020, episode, but since it’s something many of us (writers & non-writers alike) deal with, I thought it would be a good one to revisit.************************************************************Email: marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com
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"The Reality of Imposter Syndrome," by Megan Da...2021-07-1131 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshEncore episode: Self-promotion: A Necessary Evil. (Emphasis on “Evil.”)This episode originally aired on December 15, 2019. I feel I’ve come a long way as a podcaster since then, but my attitude toward self-promotion hasn’t changed. *****************************************************************************************
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I'd also really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts (or your favorite podcasting app), as it'll help a lot more people find out about this show!2021-07-0412 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshMy Take on What It Means to Be "Good with Words"In this week's episode, I provide an edited version of a Patreon-only episode that aired several months ago, on what I think it means for writers to be "good with words." Also, I signed up for Camp NaNoWriMo, and will be focusing on that during the month of July. If you'd also like to do Camp NaNoWriMo, you can learn more about it and sign up here: https://nanowrimo.org/what-is-camp-nanowrimo.
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...2021-06-1321 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshThe Novella: An IntroductionAlthough they don't seem to get as much attention as novels and short stories, I believe novellas can stand on their own as great literary works. I discuss some unique characteristics of novellas and types of novellas, and explain some benefits of reading them...and crafting your own.
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I'd also really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review this podcast...2021-06-0619 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshProofreading and Copy-Editing BasicsAlthough proofreading and copy-editing are not the most glamorous aspects of writing, I believe it's crucial for writers (self-published or not) to be able to proofread and copy-edit their works. I explain why I feel this way, and provide some ways you can start to develop these skills.
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I'd also really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts (or your favorite podcasting app), as it'll help a lot...2021-05-3021 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshTalkin' about Paranormal Romance and More...with Daniela Valenti!I recently spoke to Daniela Valenti about writing a series of paranormal romance novels and creating strong female protagonists, as well as doing publicity for her book, submitting to reviewers, how writers can utilize social media, and a number of other topics.
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About Daniela:
Daniela Valenti is a Canadian psychiatrist with a penchant for the paranormal and a fascination with human nature's dark side. Her knowledge of human behavior is translated into complex, multidimensional characters. Her narrative worlds are full of supernatural events, psychological allegories, international travel, and sexy alpha men. A graduate of McGill University, she is a book...2021-05-2343 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshThe Ballad: An IntroductionYou may think of songs when you hear the word "ballad"--and you would not be incorrect--but there's more to ballads than meets the ear. I explain the ballad form, and briefly describe the ballad's history and several categories of ballads.
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I'd also really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts (or your favorite podcasting...2021-05-1617 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshOffering Your eBook for Free on KDPThis is an edited version of an episode I originally posted on Patreon in January 2021. In it, I explain why I think periodically offering your eBook for free is a good option for writers who are enrolled in Amazon KDP (or for those who may one day publish through KDP).
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I'd also really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts (or your favorite podcasting app), as it'll help a...2021-05-0915 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshLimericks: An IntroductionI discuss the structure of limericks, provide some examples, and explain why dismissing them as "amateurish" is a mistake.
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References
"How to Write...2021-05-0217 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshThe Masterful Suspense of Shirley Jackson, as Seen in "The Lottery""The Lottery" is one of the best-known (and most shocking) short stories of the past century. I discuss some techniques Shirley Jackson used in crafting this groundbreakingly twisted work.
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Franklin, Ruth. "The...2021-04-2519 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshA Change of Pace: Writing by HandI explain why I'm writing the current draft of my work in progress by hand, and discuss some additional benefits of writing the "old-fashioned" way.
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2021-04-1821 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshThe Vignette: An IntroductionI describe vignettes and some of their main characteristics, differentiate them from flashbacks and flash fiction, and explain why I believe they are so important.
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2021-04-1120 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshTaking a Look at Camp NaNoWriMoCamp NaNoWriMo is going on right now, and there's another one coming up in July. I discuss some ways it's different from NaNoWriMo in November, and explain why you and other writers you know may benefit from it. For more information on all things NaNoWriMo-related, check out this link: https://nanowrimo.org/what-is-camp-nanowrimo
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I'd also really appreciate it if you could take a...2021-04-0415 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshAn Intro to "Pulp" FictionIn addition to being the title of a much-discussed movie in the mid-1990s, "pulp" fiction was a type of literature that was popular in the early 20th century. I discuss some of its unique characteristics and explain why its influence is still felt in the work of many contemporary writers.
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I'd also really appreciate it if you could take a moment to...2021-03-2820 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshStream of Consciousness WritingI mentioned stream of consciousness in passing during last week's discussion of Modernist and Postmodernist literature. This week, I describe this technique in more detail, and explain how it can work well in both fiction and nonfiction writing.
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I'd also really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts (or your favorite podcasting app...2021-03-2119 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshA Brief Intro to Modernist and Postmodernist LitThere's SO much that can be said about Modernist and Postmodernist Lit! I briefly attempt to describe the circumstances under which both originated, and some techniques writers who fall into these categories use.
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I'd also really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts (or your favorite podcasting app), as it'll help a lot...2021-03-1423 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshSecondary Characters Are (Important) People, Too!I believe a main character (aka, "MC") needs strong secondary characters to grow and remain compelling to readers. In this episode, I explain why secondary characters are so important, and describe different types of secondary characters.
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I'd also really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts (or your favorite podcasting app), as it'll...2021-02-2823 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshWriting, Freelancing, Teaching, and More...with Brooke Knisley!I recently spoke to Brooke Knisley about writing (and teaching writing), freelancing, and a number of other interesting topics.
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About Brooke:
Brooke Knisley is a disabled writer and writing instructor whose work has appeared in Vulture, Playboy, McSweeney's, and others. She is working on a memoir about trauma and its damage.
(You can learn more--and read some of Brooke's writing--here: www.brookeknisley.com)
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2021-02-2151 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshU.S. Copyright Law, Continued: Fair UseI continue my examination of U.S. Copyright Law by focusing on fair use, which is described by the U.S. Copyright Office as "a legal doctrine that promotes freedom of expression by permitting the unlicensed use of copyright-protected works in certain circumstances."
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I'd also really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts...2021-02-1425 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshAn Intro to U.S. Copyright LawIt is extremely important that creators of original works (including writers!) know about copyright law. In this intro to U.S. copyright law, I provide examples of what's copyrightable and what isn't, describe the exclusive rights of copyright holders, explain copyright duration and public domain, and discuss registration, deposit, and notice of copyright.
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I'd also really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts (or your favorite...2021-02-0735 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshThe First Amendment, Continued: Defamation and LibelTo expand upon what I discussed in last week's episode, the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution places limitations on certain types of speech. Another type of speech that is not protected is defamation--in particular (for writers, anyway), libel. I discuss the elements needed for a defamation suit, distinguish between public and private figures, and explain the "actual malice" standard for libel set forth in the landmark 1964 U.S. Supreme Court case, New York Times Co. v. Sullivan.
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Email: marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com2021-01-3121 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshA First Look at the First AmendmentWe've been hearing a lot lately about the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution...but let's face, it, the First Amendment is never not relevant, so all kinds of writers should have some understanding of what is and isn't protected under it. However, it is also frequently misunderstood, so in this episode, I provide basic information on the "freedom of speech" clause of the First Amendment in relation to several recent events.
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...2021-01-2417 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshChildren's Books, Cookbooks, Agents, & More...with Matthew Broberg-Moffitt!I recently spoke to writer Matthew Broberg-Moffitt about a number of topics, including his current projects (several children's books and a cookbook), finding an agent, #pitmad on Twitter, and sensitivity readers.
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About Matthew:
Matthew Broberg-Moffitt is a writer querying several kidlit manuscripts and a cookbook proposal, with bylines in Thinknum Media. He contracts as a sensitivity reader. He’s been a substance abuse counselor, IT consultant, computer repair tech, psychiatric tech, trained chef, and even briefly, a Buddhist monk. When not writing, he collects hobbies, the most recent being drumming and the electric bass...2021-01-171h 07Marisa's Wicked Word NoshGothic Fiction, & Lots More...with Cassandra L. Thompson!On one of the most, umm, eventful evenings in recent history, I spoke to Cassandra L. Thompson about gothic literature, founding a publishing house, and a number of other topics.
About Cassandra:
Cassandra L. Thompson has been creating stories since she got her grubby little hands around a pen. When she is not busy managing a house full of feral children (human and canine), you can find her wandering around in cemeteries, taking pictures of abandoned things, exploring lonely patches of woods, or in the library doing research on her latest obsession. But...2021-01-1034 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshKurt Vonnegut, Jr., on Writing with StyleI discuss Kurt Vonnegut, Jr.'s 1985 essay, "How to Write with Style."
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"Kurt Vonnegut": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kurt_Vonnegut
"The Elements of Style": https...2021-01-0324 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshFanfic(tion): A First LookI've been wanting to do an episode on fanfic since I started this podcast. My recent rediscovery of the long-gone (but not forgotten) series Carnivale made me realize I couldn't put it off any longer. However, this is just a quick look at the world of fanfic; lots more can be said, so I hope to explore this topic more in a future episode.
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2020-12-2722 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshGenre and Series Writing, Collaboration, & More...with E.V. Jacob!I had the chance to speak to E.V. Jacob several nights ago about writing in several different genres, writing with a partner, creating a series, and a number of other topics. A wide variety of writers of all kinds would greatly benefit from what she has to say!
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About E.V.:
E.V. Jacob is still waiting for her superpowers to manifest, so in the meantime she drinks a lot of tea and writes a lot of words. She lives in Las Vegas, where she spends her time making velociraptor sounds...2020-12-2052 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshCatching Up with Tim Baughman, Jr.Tim Baughman, Jr., returns to discuss his upcoming novel, Kotov Syndrome, his NaNoWriMo 2020 experience, what it's like to do a Twitter-based Choose-Your-Own-Adventure story, and more!
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About Tim:
Tim Baughman, Jr., is an author, blogger, and freelance editor. His upcoming sci-fi novel, Kotov Syndrome, focuses on the relationship between a young woman and her android girlfriend. He is also the writer behind the blog That Tiny Website, the short story compilation An Epilogue to Innocence, and the Twitter Choose-Your-Own-Adventure story Project Tasman.
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Patreon: patreon.com/timbaughmanjr
Blog: thattinywebsite.com
Twitter: @t...2020-12-1346 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshSome Thoughts on NaNoWriMo 2020In this Season 2 premiere, I share some of what I learned from participating in NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) last month.
If you'd like to try your hand at NaNoWriMo 2021, please check out this link: https://nanowrimo.org
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"10 Tips...2020-10-2524 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshTalkin' about Stories and More...with Jon Aaron Sandler!I had a great interview via Zoom with Jon Aaron Sandler several nights ago...enjoy!!!!!
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About Jon:
Jon Aaron Sandler is a writer and performer based out of Toronto. You can find all his work at jonaaronsandler.com.
Twitter and Instagram: @jonaaronsandler
Patron site: buymeacoffee.com/jonaaronsandler
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2020-10-1858 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshThe Final Word (Well, Not Really) on ObituariesDeath is a part of life, and obituary-writing is a type of writing. I discuss why obituaries are so important and provide some helpful tips on writing them.
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"Obituary": https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/o...2020-10-1119 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshWhy We Need Journalists (Episode Deux)A short one, inspired by the events of the past few days.
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2020-10-0412 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshAn Intro to Writing Film Critiques and/or ReviewsIn this MILESTONE 50th episode (woo-hoo!), I discuss the differences between film critiques and film reviews, and explain why writing about film in general (no matter which approach you prefer) can help you improve your writing skills.
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2020-09-2722 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshA Tribute to RBGThe world suffered a tremendous loss with the passing of legendary U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg this past Friday evening. To honor this extraordinary woman, I read excerpts from her powerful dissent in Shelby County v. Holder (2013).
Links:
"'Outrageous' or Overdue?: Court Strikes Down Part of Historic Voting Rights Law," by Bill Mears and Greg Botelho: https://www.cnn.com/2013/06/25/politics/scotus-voting-rights/index.html
SHELBY COUNTY v. HOLDER, 679 F. 3d 848, reversed: https://www.law.cornell.edu/supremecourt/text/12-96
"Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s Top Opinions and Dissents," by Richard Wol...2020-09-2024 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshTalkin' about Writing, Music, and More...with Andy Mascola!I recently spoke to New Hampshire-based writer Andy Mascola about novel writing, fitting a writing routine into a busy schedule, music reviews, and more. I think you will find a lot of what he had to say interesting and helpful!
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About Andy:
Andy Mascola is the author of the novels Kissing Oblivion, Animal Control, Paper Bag Revolver, and Who's Afraid of the Virgin Wolves? among others. Andy’s newest book is titled Where Are You Now, Randy Dow? and it is currently available for purchase in both paperback and ebook ed...2020-09-131h 06Marisa's Wicked Word NoshQuality v. Quantity: What's a Writer to Do?????I discuss the role both quantity and quality play in our approach to writing, and (hopefully) offer some new perspective for writers facing this age-old question.
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Links to Stuff I Mentioned in This Episode:
#PitMad...2020-09-0619 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshMemoir: It's Not Just about the WriterMemoirs are more than just first-hand accounts of the writers' lives, and involve more than stringing together a series of random happenings. In addition to describing some common features of memoirs, I explore the benefits this type of writing has for writer and reader alike.
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I'd also really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts, as it'll help a lot more...2020-08-3026 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshA (Mostly) Non-Partisan Look at Political SpeechwritingMany of us are going to be hearing more political speeches than usual these next few months. Although we will very likely disagree on the content of many of those speeches, if we focus on the craft of political speechwriting itself, we might be surprised to find that many political speeches have more things in common than we may previously have thought.
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Helpful links:
"The Reality of Imposter Syndrome," by Megan Dalla-Camina: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/real-women/201809/the-reality-imposter-syndrome
"How Artists Can Overcome Imposter Syndrome," by Dom Carter: https://www...2020-08-0228 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshLegal and Persuasive Writing...with Sean McAllister!In this week's episode, I speak to Sean McAllister (a talented writer, podcast guest, and good friend!) about legal writing, and about persuasive writing in general.
Sean's bio:
Sean McAllister was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, and attended law school at LSU, where he met some amazing, life-long friends. Sean began his career as a personal injury and civil rights lawyer, representing police brutality and sexual harassment victims around the Lafayette area for years. He moved back to New Orleans in 2018 to be closer to his family, an...2020-07-2649 minMarisa's Wicked Word Nosh[For] Those Who Don't Know Historical Fiction...I attempt to describe historical fiction (as well as "alternate history" and "historical fantasy"), explain why we need it, and provide some tips for those who might be interested in trying their hands at writing in this genre.
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Carolynne Wilcox is a playwright, actor and graphic designer who calls Seattle, WA home. Her plays have been produced both in Seattle and nationally, in Alaska, Chicago, Baltimore and Orlando, to name a few. As the daughter of a diplomat having grown up internationally as well as in the US, she’s been a serious writer since the go...2020-07-121h 06Marisa's Wicked Word NoshHey! Who Are You Calling an "Escapist"?Does "escapist" art and literature have a place during times as turbulent as these? I attempt to answer this question by considering what "escapist" literature encompasses and whether any form of literature can truly be considered "escapist." I also explore some of the benefits this type of literature may offer.
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Please subscribe to this podcast wherever you'd listen to podcasts, & I'd really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts...2020-07-0523 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshAn Intro to Flash Fiction That Is Longer Than Any Flash Fiction Piece You Will Ever ReadI describe characteristics of flash fiction, explore its long and varied background, and provide tips for writers looking to try their hand at writing flash fiction.
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"Flash Fiction": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flash_fiction
"What is Flash Fiction?"...2020-06-2820 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshTalkin' about Poetry...with Paula Hyman!I recently had the opportunity to speak to poet Paula Hyman, who had a lot of fascinating things to say about poetry--and writing in general--and even read some of her poems! Enjoy!
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Paula's bio and links:
Paula Hyman is a writer, educator, and mother who has always had a creative spirit. She has worked in a supportive services department, the Institute for Achievement and Learning, at Lynn University for 22 years. She has a B.A. in English and Writing and an M.A. in English Literature. Throughout her studies, Paula has written poetry...2020-06-2152 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshSouthern Gothic Literature: An IntroductionI discuss the context out of which Southern Gothic literature arose, describe some of its distinguishing features, and explain why I think it is such an important genre.
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"Southern Gothic Literature," by Thomas Aervold Bjerre: https://oxfordre.com/literature/view/10.1093/acrefore/9780190201098.001.0001/acrefore-9780190201098-e-304
"What is the Southern Gothic Movement in Literature?" by Niki Foster: https://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-the-southern-gothic-movement-in-literature.htm
"6 Elements of...2020-06-1423 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshWhat Do We Mean By "Protest Literature"?Richard Wright famously said that "All literature is protest." Although I agree with that statement for a number of reasons, I focus on several specific genres, and discuss prominent examples of protest literature from each.
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"#PitMad": https://pitchwars.org/pitmad/
"Social Novel": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki...2020-06-0719 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshAn episode that is NOT about writingNo talking about writing this week, just my thoughts on the murder of George Floyd and the ensuing protests in cities across the US. #blacklivesmatter2020-05-3109 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshEssay Writing: More Than Just Homework!Essay writing: You may have hated it in school. (I sometimes did.) However, a number of prominent novelists have also been prolific essayists, and some acclaimed writers are (gasp!) known primarily for their essays! I discuss some of the many benefits of essay writing, and propose that we view essay writing as a genre rather than a dreaded academic exercise.
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Please subscribe to my show wherever you listen to podcasts, & rate & review this podcast on Apple Podcasts or...2020-05-2421 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshPhilosophical Literature...An IntroductionI attempt to define "philosophical literature," and explain some benefits of reading it. I also encourage writers to consider taking a more philosophical approach to their writing.
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"Philosophical fiction": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philosophical_fiction
"Why Everyone Should Read Philosophy: A Few Short Thoughts About Thinking,"...2020-05-1717 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshFrom Satyr Plays to John Cleese: An Excruciatingly Brief Introduction to FarceI provide a brief history of farce in theatre (as well as some examples of farcical plays), and describe important characteristics of this art form. (And yes, it is an art form.)
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"Farce": https://literaryterms.net...2020-05-1018 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshA Look Inside the Wide World of SatireThere's certainly no shortage of satire-friendly material in the world. However, even though I'm a huge fan of satire, it can be hard to pull off. I describe the different forms of satire, provide tips on writing good satire, and suggest what aspiring satire writers may want to steer clear of.
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2020-05-0318 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshNuts & Bolts of Technical Writing (& Much More!)...with Mike SantasieroI recently spoke via Skype to a longtime friend, Mike Santasiero. Although we started by discussing technical writing, Mike provided insight into a wide variety of topics (including publishing and working with offshore writers and teams), and helpful advice for writers fresh out of school.
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Mike's Bio:
Mike Santasiero (aka Dr. Bonkers) is a technical writer by day and recording engineer by night. He manages a team of 7 technical writing analysts in the US, and two teams abroad, all of whom work to help industrial companies find those who need their wares. This t...2020-04-261h 01Marisa's Wicked Word NoshMarisa's Intro to Absurdist LitI'm a longtime fan of absurdist literature, and the COVID-19 crisis makes me think that maybe it's time this genre made a comeback. I explore the context out of which some of the great absurdist works of the early- to mid-Twentieth Century arose, and discuss prominent features of these works regarding plot, dialogue, and character.
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2020-04-1916 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshHow Much Should You Be Writing? Good Question!This one is for anyone who might have been wondering how much they should be writing while they're quarantining.
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Stay safe.2020-04-1212 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshWhy We Need Print Journalism in These Uncertain TimesThe recent, drastic changes in our lives have led me to consider the future of print newspapers and magazines, many of which were endangered for years before any of us first heard the phrase "COVID-19." I talk about the special place print newspapers have held in my heart throughout my life, and explain why printed media are still relevant and why I hope they will survive after the current crisis ends.
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Above all, please stay safe.2020-03-2917 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshTalkin' about Singing and Songwriting with David W. JacobsenI recently spent some time talking to singer/songwriter--and longtime friend--David W. Jacobsen. David talked a little about his writing and composing processes, as well as current and past projects, and ways that songwriting is similar to and different from other types of writing.
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Solomon's Bio
Solomon Whalen is a poet, avid journaler, and author. A life-long writer, Solomon has recently begun bringing his writing to the public. Inspired by wonder, reflection, the human experience, and the awe inspiring nature of the Pacific Northwest, Solomon’s work spans a wide array of topics and subjects. His po...2020-03-1542 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshWriting Kids' Books, & Much, Much More...with Matt Shore!I had a great conversation a few nights ago about writing kids' books (and a number of other writing-related topics) with Matt Shore, author of Travis and the Labyrinth. Enjoy!
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Matt's author bio: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/author/ref=dbs_P_W_auth?_encoding=UTF8&author=Matt%20Shore&searchAlias=digital-text&asin=B083HYFDR6
You can get Travis and the Labyrinth here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B082S85L52/ref=tmm_kin_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=&sr=#about_kindle_edition_secondary_view_div_1582672060247
2020-03-0841 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshTalking About Writing, Publishing, & Patreon with Tim Baughman, Jr.A few nights ago, I discussed a number of topics (including writing a book of short stories, NaNoWriMo, publishing, and setting up a Patreon account) with Tim Baughman, Jr., author of An Epilogue to Innocence. I feel a lot of you will benefit from what Tim had to say, and hope you will enjoy this interview!
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Tim's bio:
Tim Baughman, Jr., is an author, blogger, and freelance editor. His debut book of short stories, An Epilogue to Innocence, was released in 2016. He is the writer behind the blog That Tiny...2020-03-0137 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshWanna Start a Writing Blog or Podcast? Cool!Writing-relating blogs and podcasts can not only be great promotional vehicles for writers...they can also be a great deal of fun to create and maintain. I describe some of the benefits--as well as potential challenges--of creating a blog or podcast, and also provide some tips for getting started.
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Please subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, and others! Also, I'd really appreciate it if you could rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher, as it'll help more people find out...2020-02-2317 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshWriting in Second PersonMy recent reading of Caitlin Doughty's Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs? inspired me to do the episode on writing in the second-person perspective that I suggested I might do several weeks back. It's a great format for non-fiction, advertising, speeches, etc. But does it have a place in fiction? If so, what might some of the challenges be?
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"How to Write Accents and Dialects: 6 Tips": https://www.nownovel.com/blog/how-to-write-accents-dialects/
"Writing Dialogue in Accents and Dialect," by Kate Evans: https://www...2020-02-0917 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshHave Writer's Block? You're Not Alone!I believe writer's block is something most writers have experienced and/or will deal with at some point. It's natural, so there's no need to be ashamed of it...but reframing how you see it may help you cope with it!
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Some resources and quotes on writer's block:
"10 Tips for Overcoming Writer's Block," by Ginny W...2020-02-0214 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshThe Show Must Go On...A more informal episode than my last few. I talk about how glad I am to have finished rereading The Stand before coming down with the flu, and about the play I started writing a few nights ago.
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Please rate & review me on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher!2020-01-2612 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshLet's Build Some Tension!Creating tension is one of my biggest challenges as a writer. I explore why it's so important to create tension in your writing, and suggest ways we can improve our tension-building skills. Most importantly, I introduce you all to Fern, a.k.a. My Podcasting Buddy!
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Please feel free to leave me a voice message (under one minute) at Anchor! Also, I'd greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate & review this podcast on Apple...2020-01-1913 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshWriting Dialogue...Or, It's OK to Eavesdrop!Do you love writing dialogue, or do you find it challenging...or both? I discuss why writing dialogue is my favorite part of the writing process, and explore ways in which you can hone your listening and dialogue-writing skills.
Let me know what you think! Email me at marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com, or leave me a voice message via Anchor (under one minute, please).
Also, I'd really appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate & review me on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher...it'll help more people find out...2020-01-1218 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshWriting in the Third PersonPart 2 of my first 2-part series! I discuss some advantages and disadvantages of writing from a third-person perspective.
Here's a link to what author Juliet Marillier has said about writing from a third-person perspective: https://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/juliet_marillier_526446
Also, please find below a list of great resources on writing from a third-person perspective that I came across in researching this topic. I hope you find them helpful!
“Some Thoughts on Third Person vs First Person Novel Narratives,” by Les Edgerton: https://lesedgertononwriting.blogspot.com/2011/04/some-thoughts-on-third-person-vs-first.html
...2020-01-0517 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshWriting in the First PersonPart 1 of a 2-part series! I explain what I like about writing in the first person, and challenges I've encountered in doing so. I also spend some time discussing an EXCELLENT article on first person writing, from John Matthew Fox's Bookfox blog: https://thejohnfox.com/2016/06/writing-in-first-person/
Here's what author Charles Palliser said about first-person narrators: https://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/charles_palliser_6214402019-12-2923 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshWaking Up from the "Writer's Nightmare"Losing the only copy of our work in progress--we have nightmares about it, but that can't really happen in this day & age, can it? Maybe we shouldn't be so sure. An episode of "The Leftovers" that I watched recently led me to consider how I've been backing up my works in progress--and how I can improve. Let's not be THAT writer, folks!
"Be a Good File Manager to Protect Your Manuscript," by Derek Haines: https://justpublishingadvice.com/you-need-to-be-a-good-file-manager-to-secure-your-manuscript/
Email me what works for you--or horror stories about losing work in progress--at marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com. Follow me on Twitter: @marisadee132019-12-2216 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshSelf-Promotion: A Necessary Evil. (Emphasis on "Evil.")Self-promotion is my least favorite part of the writing process, and as far as I can tell, I'm not alone. However, it's something writers need to learn how to do, and I explain why. Also, I share some tips that are helping me become more comfortable promoting my writing (and my podcast).
If you have any good self-promotion tips, email me: marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com
Follow me on Twitter: @marisadee132019-12-1509 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshTalking about Writing and Publishing...with Michael Scott!In my first ever podcast interview, I talk to writer and editor Michael Scott of Pinellas Writers. We discuss traditional v. indie publishing, working with an agent, and becoming a better writer. Enjoy!
Michael's bio: https://pinellaswriters.org/michael-scott/
Resources recommended by Michael:
Canva: https://www.canva.com/
Photopea (FREE PhotoShop clone, which edits PhotoShop-created documents): https://www.photopea.com/
Dreyer's English: https://www.amazon.com/Dreyers-English-Utterly-Correct-Clarity/dp/0812995708/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=77721774308291&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvqmt=e&keywords=dreyer%27s+english&qid=1575821889&sr=8-1
PINAWOR 2020 Short Story Anthology (which includes writings from Michael and myself): https://www.amazon.com/PINAWOR-Short-Anthology-Pinellas-Writers...2019-12-0827 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshI Love a "Good" Villain!There are few things I love more in fiction than complex villains. Sometimes, I find them likable; other times, I love to hate them! I explain why I think a villain is often the most important character in the story, and some qualities I believe a "good" villain needs.
Do you like villains as much as I do? Tell me who your favorite literary villains are, and what qualities you think a "good" villain should have:
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Also, if you ra...2019-12-0112 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshReal Places in Fictional Works? Why Not?I just started rereading Stephen King's The Stand, & his Author's Note got me thinking about the role geographical locations have played in my work. I discuss whether I think one needs to have actually been to the places one writes about, and recommend resources that can help writers portray their real-life settings more accurately. I also explain where I think taking artistic license--which often includes making places up--is appropriate.
Tell me the role place plays in your work! Email me at marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com, and follow me on Twitter (@marisadee13)! Also, please rate & review me on Apple...2019-11-2411 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshHow Do YOU Haiku?Although I'm not much of a poet, haiku has always clicked with me! I explain what I find unique and refreshing about haiku, share some surprising information I recently learned about the haiku form, and explore ways in which writing haiku can benefit all writers. (I also share some of my own haiku.)
Tell me why you like haiku, share your own haiku experiences with me, and send me some of your favorite haiku examples at marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com or (on Twitter) @marisadee13. Also, please rate & review me on Apple Podcasts!
Submit a request to...2019-11-1713 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshFirst Drafts--Garbage, or Good?According to Ernest Hemingway, "The first draft of anything is garbage." Is it healthy for writers to adhere to this attitude in the early stages? I wasn't so sure...until I realized that I've felt fear while working on the first draft of my current project.
Let me know what you think! Please leave me a voice message at Anchor, or email me at marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com. Also, you can follow me on Twitter: @marisadee13.
Also, please let us know if you are interested in doing an honest review of the Pinawor 2020 Short Story Anthology (c...2019-11-1018 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshThe Role of Solitude in the Writing LifeA number of writers (including Virginia Woolf, Jessamyn West, and Paulo Coelho) have famously spoken about a writer's need for solitude, and have described writing as a solitary pursuit. But how solitary does the writing life need to be? I acknowledge the importance of solitude in my life as a writer, but also discuss how belonging to a writing group has benefited me.
Let me know what you think! Please leave me a voice message at Anchor, or email me at marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com. Also, I'd really appreciate it if you could take a m...2019-11-0313 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshDo You Procrastinate? I Do, Too!Procrastination seems to be one of those topics many writers can relate to . Do you procrastinate? If so, why? Is it always a bad thing?
I describe ways in which I procrastinate, and what I do to get myself back on track.
I'd love to find out how you deal with procrastination! Please leave me a voice message, or email me at marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com. You can also rate & review me on Apple Podcasts now.2019-10-2710 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshWhat does it mean to "write what you know"?Many writers at all levels are familiar with Mark Twain's quote, "Write what you know" (https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/55868-write-what-you-know). But what does this mean, exactly? I use examples from my own writing to demonstrate how this advice might be helpful--and how it might limit us.
I want to hear from you! Email me at marisadellefarfalle@gmail.com!2019-10-2009 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshMarisa's Wicked Word Nosh--An IntroductionThe very first episode EVER of Marisa's Wicked Word Nosh, a podcast dedicated to writing and writers! I discuss what the podcast will focus on and what I hope it will be, and invite listeners to contact me.2019-10-1605 minMarisa's Wicked Word NoshMarisa's Wicked Word Nosh (Trailer)2019-10-1500 min