Writing Pursuits

Kimboo York, author of Become an Unstoppable Storyteller: How to Craft Compelling Serials, gives us the low down on writing serial stories for publication. Serials are a longstanding and honored publishing tradition that are now a growing trend.Guest: Kimboo YorkKimboo York's website: HouseofYork.infoSubstack: https://houseofyork.substack.com/Ream: https://reamstories.com/houseofyork/publicGet your free copy of the First Chapter Rubric.Links:WritingPursuits.comInstagram: @WritingPursuitsPodcastThree Story Method Certified EditorKathreseMcKee.comYourFirstChapter.com

Tips for mature, first-time authors to get over impostor syndrome and conquer self doubt.Mentioned in the episode:AI for Authors: Practical and Ethical Guidelines. Alliance of Independent AuthorsIndependent Book Publishers AssociationQuestion of the week: What is the most challenging part of being a mature author?Get your free copy of the First Chapter Rubric.Links:WritingPursuits.comInstagram: @WritingPursuitsPodcastThree Story Method Certified EditorKathreseMcKee.comIf you would like to sign up for a free Draft2Digital account, click the link to use my affiliate code and support the show. You never have to pay upfront to publish; Draft2Digital only makes money if you sell ebooks through one of their distributors.Workflowy (affiliate) - https://workflowy.com/invite/958bd78a.lnxYourFirstChapter.com

An overview of the benefits to authors of using Substack for blogging, newsletters, and a stand-in website.The question of the week is: What email service provider do you use and why?Get your free copy of the First Chapter Rubric.Links:WritingPursuits.comInstagram: @WritingPursuitsPodcastThree Story Method Certified EditorKathreseMcKee.comYourFirstChapter.com

Explores plagiarism, academic cheating, intellectual property concerns, and the ethical use of AI by authors.Read the accompanying post at WritingPursuits.com: LINKThe question of the week is: What are your predictions about how authors will use AI in the future?Get your free copy of the First Chapter Rubric.Links:Accompanying post: https://writingpursuits.substack.com/p/ethics-of-using-chatgpt-for-authorsWritingPursuits.comInstagram: @WritingPursuitsPodcastThree Story Method Certified EditorKathreseMcKee.comYourFirstChapter.com

Interview with J. Thorn, author of Three Story Method: Cowriting with ChatGPT: AI-Powered Storytelling.Join the revolution transforming storytelling as we explore the synergy between human creativity and AI's formidable power. Discover how this union will shape the narratives of tomorrow.J. Thorn has published two million words and has sold more than 185,000 books worldwide. He is an official member of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, the Horror Writers Association, and the Great Lakes Association of Horror Writers.J. co-founded the Writers, Ink podcast with J.D. Barker, and has interviewed some of today's most successful authors including Matthew McConaughey, James Patterson, Dean Koontz, Seth Godin, Joyce Carol Oates, Hugh Howey, Andy Weir, Jodi Picoult, Nicholas Sparks, Lee Child, Stephen Pressfield, Chuck Palahniuk, and many more.Thorn earned a B.A. in American History from the University of Pittsburgh and a M.A. from Duquesne University. He is a husband, father, full-time writer, part-time professor at John Carroll University, founder of The Author Life Community, podcaster, FM radio DJ, musician, and owner of the Three Story Method Editing Agency.Get your free copy of the First Chapter Rubric.Links:WritingPursuits.comInstagram: @WritingPursuitsPodcastThree Story Method Certified EditorKathreseMcKee.comYourFirstChapter.com

Discover the key plot points that drive the narrative, from the thrilling inciting event to the breathtaking resolution. Don't miss this in-depth analysis of how structure plays a pivotal role in creating an unforgettable adventure.Resources mentioned:*The Hero with a Thousand Faces* by Joseph Campbell - https://www.amazon.com/Thousand-Faces-Collected-Joseph-Campbell/dp/1577315936/*The Writer's Journey: Mythic Structure For Writers* by Christopher Vogler - https://www.amazon.com/Writers-Journey-Anniversary-Library-Structure/dp/1615933239/*The Heroine's Journey: Woman' Quest for Wholeness* by Maureen Murdock - https://www.amazon.com/Heroines-Journey-Womans-Quest-Wholeness/dp/1611808308/*The Heroine's Journey: For Writers, Readers, and Fans of Pop Culture* by Gail Carriger - https://www.amazon.com/Heroines-Journey-Writers-Readers-Culture/dp/1944751343/Get your free copy of the First Chapter Rubric.Links:WritingPursuits.comInstagram: @WritingPursuitsPodcastThree Story Method Certified EditorKathreseMcKee.comYourFirstChapter.com

JP Rindfleisch IX and Kathrese McKee discuss must-know tips for author collaborations. ADDITIONAL LINKS:https://www.jprindfleischix.com/Book 3 of the Leah Ackerman series launched last month!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5XWG3G9Story Hypothesis will be coming out in August (no link yet)I also host coworking streams on Twitch with the pomodoro method.https://www.twitch.tv/cheshirepopeThe question of the week is: Share a collaboration you have been a part of or one you have in mind.Get your free copy of the First Chapter Rubric.Links:WritingPursuits.comInstagram: @WritingPursuitsPodcastThree Story Method Certified EditorKathreseMcKee.comYourFirstChapter.com

The 12 Week Year - Discover how accountability, commitment, and greatness in the moment can elevate your writing game."The 12 Week Year" by Brian P. Moran and Michael Lennington - https://www.amazon.com/12-Week-Year-Others-Months/dp/1118509234/"The 12 Week Year for Writers" by A. Trevor Thrall - https://www.amazon.com/12-Week-Year-Writers-Comprehensive-ebook/dp/B09CLX3NMK/Question of the week: What does greatness in the moment mean to you?Get your free copy of the First Chapter Rubric.Links:WritingPursuits.comInstagram: @WritingPursuitsPodcastThree Story Method Certified EditorKathreseMcKee.comYourFirstChapter.com

Fantasy authors get to create captivating worlds, epic battles, and unforgettable characters. We do a deep dive into the realms of fantasy subgenres and their tropes.Read the accompanying post at WritingPursuits.com: LINKThe question of the week is: What are your favorite fantasy books, series, or authors?Get your free copy of the First Chapter Rubric.Links:WritingPursuits.comInstagram: @WritingPursuitsPodcastThree Story Method Certified EditorKathreseMcKee.comYourFirstChapter.com

Jeff Elkins, aka, the Dialogue Doctor, who is an author, podcast host, and writing coach. Jeff shares his experience of conducting over 200 coaching sessions to help authors improve their dialogue and create engaging characters. He explains that the ideas and techniques in his book, "The Dialogue Doctor Will See You Now: How to Write Dialogue and Characters Readers Will Love," were developed through collaborative efforts within the dialogue doctor community. He emphasizes the importance of dialogue in immersing readers in a story and discusses the distinction between dialogue and exposition.Jeff also provides insights on crafting character voices and building a dynamic cast of characters that excite readers. He suggests techniques like grouping characters together, using vocalizations, body language, and dialogue tags to bring characters to life, and introducing engines (characters that help growth) and anchors (characters that hinder growth) to create conflict and facilitate character development.Read the accompanying post at WritingPursuits.com: LINKThe question of the week is: Who are your favorite lone wolf characters?Get your free copy of the First Chapter Rubric.Jeff Elkins - https://www.dialoguedoctor.comThe book - https://www.amazon.com/Dialogue-Doctor-Will-See-You-ebook/dp/B0C7D1WNZL/(The Dialogue Doctor Will See You Now: How to Write Dialogue and Characters Readers Will Love)Links:WritingPursuits.comInstagram: @WritingPursuitsPodcastThree Story Method Certified EditorKathreseMcKee.comYourFirstChapter.com