Episode 261: A Musical Writing Process

Notes: This episode serves as a sort of post mortem in real time of Fable’s recent experience teaming up with another author to create an anthology that included work from many other authors. In this conversation, she shares experiences and lessons learned, different ways of looking at things that have helped her navigate challenges that arose, and new practices that she intends to lean on if she does any future anthology projects. But, also, this conversation can be useful for those considering participating in future anthologies and those thinking of leading them to look at the experience from both perspectives, and find ways to help strengthen the initial handshake at the beginning of a project so that expectations are as clear and well communicated as possible.  Music from: https://filmmusic.io ’Friendly day’ by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licence: CC BY (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Notes:Becca is an award-winning middle grade author of the Road Trip Rescue adventure series, editor and book coach, and active member of the Instagram writing community. She and fellow author Amanda Trumpower recently premiered their podcast Ice Cream with Authors made especially for children ages 7 through 13 that features interviews with Christian middle grade writers where they read from their work, share about their stories, and give practical writing advice.The third book in her “Road Trip Rescue” series titled Road Trip Redemption is set to release on April 9th, 2025.  You can connect with Becca’s work and connect with her on her author website beccawierwille.com, on YouTube at @BeccaWierwille, on Instagram at@beccawierwille, on Facebook at @beccawierwille, and on Twitter at @BeccaWierwille.Becca also mentions her cover designer M. S. Corley. More information on his designs can be found on his website at mscorley.com.Books and Movies Mentioned:- Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo- Road Trip Rescue by Becca Wierwille- Road Trip Return by Becca WierwilleMusic from:https://filmmusic.io‘Friendly day’ by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)Licence: CC BY (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Notes:Here is the previous podcast episodes where we talked about “The Lost Art of Dying” and intuitive creation:- Episode 258: Death, Poetry, and Light- Episode 262: Vision Board UpdateBooks and Films Mentioned:- The Lost Art of Dying: Reviving Forgotten Wisdom by L.S. Dugdale- Pity the Reader: On Writing With Style by Kurt Vonnegut and Suzanne McConnell Music from: https://filmmusic.io’Friendly day’ by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licence: CC BY (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Notes: Here is the previous podcast episodes where we talked about Fable’s vision board:- Episode 260: Words for 2025The MasterClass we talked about is Billy Collins Teaches Reading and Writing Poetry.Music from: https://filmmusic.io ’Friendly day’ by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licence: CC BY (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Notes: We don’t have the specific quote that Fable was thinking of in regards to the value that making small decisions and working with your hands has on your brain and creativity, but here are several articles about their benefits:- Medium Article “The Power of Small Choices: How Small Decisions Create Big Wins”- New York Times article “Working with Your Hands is Good for Your Brain” Music from: https://filmmusic.io ’Friendly day’ by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licence: CC BY (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Notes: Here are the previous end of year review and new year intention setting podcast episodes:- Episode 259: 2024 Recap- Episode 220: Our words and intentions for 2024- Episode 219: Our 2023 Recap- Episode 171: Look out 2023- Episode 170: Looking back of 2022- Episode 121: Our 2022 intentions- Episode 120: A look back on 2021 - Episode 68: Intentions for 2021- Episode 67: Let's talk about 2020 and 2021- Episode 10: Choosing a word for the year- Episode 9: The one where we talk about goals, habits, and the New YearMusic from: https://filmmusic.io ’Friendly day’ by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licence: CC BY (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Notes: Here are the previous end of year review and new year intention setting podcast episodes:- Episode 220: Our words and intentions for 2024- Episode 219: Our 2023 Recap- Episode 171: Look out 2023- Episode 170: Looking back of 2022- Episode 121: Our 2022 intentions- Episode 120: A look back on 2021 - Episode 68: Intentions for 2021- Episode 67: Let's talk about 2020 and 2021- Episode 10: Choosing a word for the year- Episode 9: The one where we talk about goals, habits, and the New YearBooks and Films Mentioned:- Look Again: The Power of Noticing What Was Always There by Tali Sharot and Cass R. Sunstein - https://www.amazon.com/Look-Again-Power-Noticing-Always/dp/1668008203/ Music from: https://filmmusic.io ’Friendly day’ by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licence: CC BY (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Notes:The Verbivore references several YouTube videos within this episode. They are:- Creating a Mood with Light - Inside Pixar: Foundations - Episodes - their lighting department; How they use light to tell the story - “Psychology of a Hero: THÉODEN, King of Rohan” by Cinema TherapyBooks and Films Mentioned:- The Lost Art of Dying: Reviving Forgotten Wisdom by L.S. Dugdale- House of Light by Mary Oliver - Rebecca by Daphne du MaurierMusic from:https://filmmusic.io‘Friendly day’ by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)Licence: CC BY (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Notes:Fable and the Verbivore continue their conversation about sticky Images and surprising details by doing an on-the-fly thought experiment about how to take something normal (like brushing teeth or gargling) and make it surprising or memorable. This idea was originally inspired from the episode on preparing for conferences or book signings using the anecdote that author Chuck Palahniuk (Fight Club) brings plastic severed mannequin arms to set out on his table and give out to attendees. It’s weird and creepy, but does a great job of representing his brand.Books, Films, and Music Mentioned:New Girl Season 2 Music from:https://filmmusic.io‘Friendly day’ by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)Licence: CC BY (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Notes:Fable and the Verbivore continue their conversation about preparing for conferences and book signings by discussing how sticky Images and surprising details can help your work feel distinctive and stand out. This idea was inspired by the annecdote from last weeks episode that author Chuck Palahniuk (Fight Club) brings plastic severed mannequin arms to give out at conferences and book signings.The Verbivore incorrectly calls Blue Eye Samurai a film. It’s a tv series.Books, Films, and Music Mentioned:- BREAD by Sofi Tukker- So Not Meant To Be (Cane Brothers, #2) by Meghan Quinn- Get Out - Directed by Jordan Peele- Signs - Directed by M. Night Shyamalan- Identity - Directed by James Mangold- Blue Eye Samurai - Directed by Jane Wu Music from:https://filmmusic.io‘Friendly day’ by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)Licence: CC BY (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)