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WriterDojo S7 Ep17: Horror Watch and Learn (round 2) Nov 20, 2024

This week hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia continue their discussion of some of their favorite horror movies and look at what they can learn from them as writers. (Spoilers!)

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WriterDojo S7 Ep16: Horror- Watch and Learn (round 1) Nov 13, 2024

After a brief intermission, we're back! This week hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia take a look at some of their favorite horror movies and look at what they can learn from them as writers. (Spoilers!)

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WriterDojo S7 Ep15: Author's Definitive Editions Oct 23, 2024

In this week's episode, hosts/Authors Steve Diamond & Larry Correia dive into the pros and cons of releasing an author's definitive edition of a popular book. They explore how these special editions can offer deeper insights, refined storytelling, and added content, while also considering potential downsides like changing beloved elements or conflicting with fans' original experiences.

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WriterDojo S7 Ep14: Adventures In Discovery Writing Oct 16, 2024

his week our hosts, authors Steve Diamond & Larry Correia, share with us a zany story about each working in the other's wheel house. Larry has used the Outlining method for his last 29 books but now he's trying Discovery Writing for the first time as he works on his new progression fantasy. Steve is a Discoverer who is working with an actual outline for once. Hilarity ensues in this heartwarming episode as the two friends discover the real treasure is the books they wrote along the way. If you would like to join our supporters, you can support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes at: https://anchor.fm/writerdojo _______________________________

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WriterDojo S7 Ep13 Wrapping It Up (round 2) Oct 09, 2024

With both of our hosts, authors Steve Diamond & Larry Correia, recently finishing one of their series, this week they took a moment to reflect on what it takes to successfully wrap it up. What are the reader expectations? How long should the book be? How many new things should you introduce? All this and more in this week's exciting episode!

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WriterDojo S7 Ep12: Q&A (Until Steve and Larry Start Talking About Godzilla) Sep 25, 2024

This week our hosts, authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia, address some of the questions sent in from our beloved backers- and then Godzilla shows up.

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WriterDojo S7 Ep11: Thou Shalt Not Be Jealous of Thy Neighbor's Book Sales Sep 18, 2024

Recently our hosts, authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia, stumbled across a tweet so off, so bad that not only did it invoke The Voice, but it ended up becoming a full episode.

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WriterDojo S7 Ep10: Writing Hard SciFi (w/ Les Johnson) Sep 04, 2024

Recently our hosts, authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia, had the opportunity to sit down and chat with our favorite NASA rocket scientist, Les Johnson about writing hard science fiction. How much science is too much science in your book? How much science does the writer need to understand in order to write science fiction? What would the Baen 'sexiest writer' calendar look like? Just what are these 'solar sails' he works on at his day job and what do they mean for the future? And most importantly, what's the deal with the Professor from Gilligan's Island?

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WriterDojo S7 Ep9: Writing Action Aug 27, 2024

At the Writer's Cantina this year, our hosts authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia held a panel about 'Writing Action'. Lots of good questions.

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WriterDojo S7 Ep8: "Problematic" Edits Aug 21, 2024

This week, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return to the studio to discuss 'Problematic Edits'. When it comes to editing, there are good and bad editors. What makes one or the other and can you work with an editor you don't see eye to eye with? When is editing out "problematic" no-no words a good idea and when is it a bad idea? What do you do with edits you don't agree with? All this and more personal opinions than normal on this week's thrilling episode!

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WriterDojo S7 Ep7: Overcoming Setbacks (w/ Michael Haspil) Aug 14, 2024

Another interview from this year's Writer's Cantina in Utah, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia sat down with author/long time buddy Michael Haspil to talk about what not to do when getting started, writing for other people's IPs versus writing for your own, his experiences with trad pub versus indie, and the importance of picking yourself up and soldiering on if you want a career in writing.

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WriterDojo S7 Ep6: the Dangers of Mary Sue Aug 07, 2024

This week hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia wanted to talk about Mary Sue. Who was she and why should you care? How do you know if a character qualifies for Mary Sue-dom or not? Do either of the hosts have any Mary Sues in their own works? All this and more in another thrilling episode of the WriterDojo!

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WriterDojo S7 Ep5: First Time Novelist (w/ Josh Hill) Jul 31, 2024

Another interview from this year's Writer's Cantina in Utah, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia sat down with author/close friend Josh Hill to talk about the challenges he faced going from aspiring author to published author, about the release of his new book, and about some of the trials and tribulations of doing so in this new age of publishing.

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WriterDojo S7 Ep4: A Rising Tide (w/ Jim Curtis) Jul 24, 2024

Another interview from this year's Writer's Cantina in Utah, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia sat down with author/retired Naval Flight Officer, Jim Curtis (AKA J.L. Curtis). Jim currently has 47+ writing credits to his name, a rather unique view of the industry, and is part of the rising force that is Raconteur Press.

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WriterDojo S7 Ep3: Our Boy Rick (w/ Rick Cutler) Jul 17, 2024

At this year's Writer's Cantina in Utah, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia got the chance to sit down with none other than our boy Rick Cutler. We've done interviews with multiple New York Times best selling authors, but this was a chance to chat with a future star who is just getting started, which is a unique take. How did Rick get started, what was his first story like, what challenges has he faced, and what advice does he have for other authors looking to get started? All this and more on another exciting episode of the WriterDojo!

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WriterDojo S7 Ep2: Kindle Unlimited (with Jeffery H. Haskell) Jul 10, 2024

Recently hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia attended the Writer's Cantina in Utah and got the opportunity to sit down and talk about Kindle Unlimited with Jeffery H. Haskell. How is KU different than traditional publishing? What are the strengths and weaknesses of each? Who is the KU target audience and what are some of the most effective tactics to succeed? All this and more in this week's episode!

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WriterDojo S7 Ep1: Live From Writers Cantina 2024 Jul 03, 2024

For the second year in a row, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia did a live Q&A session with attendees at the Writer's Cantina. Attendees were all writers and they asked some great questions.

(*This episode was recorded live Friday, June 28th, 2024 at the Writers Cantina in Utah)

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WriterDojo S6 Ep18: Where it Began Jun 26, 2024

Ever wonder what got our hosts, authors Steve Diamond & Larry Correia, into the writing business to begin with? This week they share their initial motivations, what keeps them going, the origins of some of their first works (including the first novel Larry ever wrote!) AND as a bonus they share the one thing they won't write. All this and more on this week's episode!

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WriterDojo S6 Ep17: Quid Pro Quo Jun 19, 2024

Last week our hosts, authors Steve Diamond & Larry Correia, shared the story of learning to fight with swords and armor with Brandon Sanderson. This week they share how they repaid the favor...

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WriterDojo S6 Ep16: Sword and Armor Jun 12, 2024

So did our hosts, authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia do anything else besides writing during the one month hiatus? Well since you ask, there's kind of a funny story there....

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WriterDojo S6 Ep15: Back from the Deadlines Jun 05, 2024

Don't call it a comeback, we've been here for years! This week, our hosts authors Steve Diamond & Larry Correia have risen from the dead(lines) to share with us just what they've been doing since last episode. They also discuss the differences between hard and soft deadlines, the art of ending a series, and some of the behind the scenes processes that happen between 'the end' and 'available now.'

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WriterDojo S6 Ep14: Sports May 01, 2024

This week, hosts/authors Steve Diamond & Larry Correia tackle a topic near and dear to Steve- Sports. How do the lessons learned in sports apply to writing? How can you incorporate sports into your stories, even if you don't like sports? Can writing people even understand sports people? All this and more on this week's episode of the WriterDojo!

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WriterDojo S6 Ep13: Death Apr 24, 2024

We love getting questions from our supporters, but sometimes the questions are so big they need their own full episode- this is one such question. This week hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia talk about having your character deaths mean something. How do you craft a death that has weight and value? And do all character deaths have to? All this and more on yet another exciting episode of the WriterDojo!

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WriterDojo S6 Ep12: Supporter Spectacular XII Apr 17, 2024

"The important thing is not to stop questioning." - Albert Einstein

This week hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia once again answer questions from our beloved supporters.

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WriterDojo S6 Ep11: Character Motivation Apr 10, 2024

What makes your characters tick? Heroes, villains, or just people standing on street corners, minding their own business, everyone has motivations that drives them. This week, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia dive deep into the intricacies of crafting compelling character motivations that drive a story and discuss the key ingredients that breathe life into fictional personas. (Spoiler alert: Larry is working on Graveyard of Demons and discusses several things about the process of writing that book in particular.)

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WriterDojo S6 Ep10: Pep Talk Apr 03, 2024

Sometimes we all need a little boost. This week, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia took a moment to address a comment from one of the folks in the Facebook group, but their message is for everyone. What do you need to be a writer? Why keep going? What's the point? All this and more in this week's episode of the WriterDojo!

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WriterDojo: the Biggest Interview We've Ever Done Apr 01, 2024

We said we were going to get some big names this year, but even we didn't expect to get this lucky! Hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia were honored to do this interview (and producer Jack was very jealous that he couldn't be there.) Enjoy!

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WriterDojo S6 Ep9: Your Job is to Entertain Mar 27, 2024

Recently an author on Twitter/X had some thoughts about the true responsibility of writers. This week our hosts, authors Steve Diamond & Larry Correia sat down for a philosophical discussion about the duties and obligations of working as a professional author. (The original title of this episode was going to be 'Your Job is to Entertain, Not Lecture People About Your Personal Beliefs, Dummy' but we decided to go with a more concise version.)

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WriterDojo S6 Ep8: Money (round 1) Mar 13, 2024

After last week's episode about First Steps, several folks in the WriterDojo Facebook group had some questions about money for our hosts authors/accountants Steve Diamond and Larry Correia. How do you know when you're ready to quit the day job? At what point do you need to start paying taxes on your writing income? Can you write off your motorcycle as a business expense? How best to keep your business and personal finances straight? And what IS Larry's equivalent to being hit by a bus? All this and more on this week's exciting episode!

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WriterDojo S6 Ep7: Next Steps Mar 06, 2024

Hooray! My book got published! Ummm so what now? This week, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia tackle this question submitted from members of the WriterDojo Facebook group. Artistically, what do you do after your first book is finally pushed out of the nest? Do you need to try to recapture the magic of the first one? What are the 'do's and 'don't's for new writers? All this and more on this week's episode of the WriterDojo!

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WriterDojo S6 EP6: Setting the Scene Feb 28, 2024

"All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players." So how do you make sure the players in your story have a stage to play on? This week, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia do another 'nuts and bolts' episode to help listeners better craft a scene. How do they each go about starting a chapter? How do you avoid repetition? How do you choose more evocative language to enhance the action? What tips and tricks can you use to pull your readers along for the ride? All this and more in this week's episode!

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WriterDojo S6 Ep5: Musings on the Industry Feb 21, 2024

This week, host/authors Steve Diamond & Larry Correia discuss some projects they're working on, including the rationale behind them and how the publishing industry has changed, and also weigh in with some personal opinions on some current events. (I believe the term is 'Spilling the tea' as the youngsters say.)

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WriterDojo S6 Ep4: Writing to Your Audience Feb 07, 2024

Some topics are bigger than the Tweet Bashing format allows. This week, our hosts authors Steve Diamond & Larry Correia tackle one such topic as they unpack a recent tweet. What qualifications should be required when you are handed the keys to one of the most profitable and (formerly) popular IPs in history? What is your responsibility to the Customer? Is it more important to preach or entertain? And why would you want to make the majority of your target audience "uncomfortable"?

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WriterDojo S6 Ep3: Tweet Bashing (round 7) Jan 31, 2024

Just when we thought we were out, they pull us back in! Why is Xwitter so very full of bad writing advice? There's a lot of other things hosts Steve Diamond & Larry Correia could be doing, but the just awful advice keeps piling up and SOMEONE has to mock it!

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WriterDojo S6 Ep2: Interview w/ Steve Beaulieu Jan 24, 2024

The lost episode from the 2023 20BooksTo50K convention in Las Vegas! At said convention, Steve Diamond and Larry Correia sat down with Steve Beaulieu, co-founder of Aethon books to chat about starting and running a small publishing house.

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WriterDojo S6 Ep1: the State of the Dojo Address 2024 Jan 17, 2024

We're back, baby! It's time once again for everyone's favorite writing based podcast that focuses on the fun (& profit) of writing. This week, hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia reflect on the year just past, discuss what's currently going on, as well as what we're planning for Season Six of the WriterDojo. (Spoiler alert: it's gonna be a fun season!)

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WriterDojo S5 Ep24: Tweet Bashing (round 6) w/ Jason Cordova Dec 27, 2023

This week, hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia decided to that since they already had author/cohort/close friend Jason Cordova in the studio, they would let him join in making fun of the bad writing advice they recently saw online. This is the final episode of Season 5! We appreciate all of you and look forward to showing you what we have planned for Season 6!

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WriterDojo S5 Ep23: Jason Cordova Exposé Dec 20, 2023

Recently our hosts, authors Steve Diamond & Larry Correia, got the opportunity to sit down with our good friend (& one of Larry's co-authors) Jason Cordova to chat about the Pros & Cons of co-authoring.

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WriterDojo S5 Ep22: Editing (with Christine Nielson) Dec 06, 2023

At the 20Books Vegas 2023 conference our hosts, authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia, sat down to discuss something many authors have asked about and struggled with- editing. And who better to discuss the subject with than esteemed editor-for-hire Christine Nielson? What are the signs of a good editor, what should you look for, what should you avoid, how can you best work with one and much more in this week's episode!

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WriterDojo S5 EP21: Michael A Rothman Exposé (round 2) Nov 29, 2023

At the 20Books Vegas 2023 conference our hosts, authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia, finally had the chance to sit down and record one of the more requested episodes- they got to talk about making it as an indy writer with Michael A. Rothman. The conversation went long enough that I split it into 2 episodes. This is part 2 (*Spoiler alert- it's not a smooth seamless break between the two. I kinda just had to pick a point and cut it.)

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WriterDojo S5 EP20: Michael A Rothman Exposé (round 1) Nov 22, 2023

At the 20Books Vegas 2023 conference our hosts, authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia, finally had the chance to sit down and record one of the more requested episodes- they got to talk about making it as an indy writer with Michael A. Rothman. The conversation went long enough that I split it into 2 episodes. (*Spoiler alert- it's not a smooth seamless break between the two. I kinda just had to pick a point and cut it. Fortunately we'll have part 2 for you next week.)

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WriterDojo S5 EP19: Rick Partlow Exposé Nov 15, 2023

Recently our hosts Steve Diamond and Larry Correia attended the 20Books Vegas 2023 conference where they took the opportunity to do a live interview with Indy superstar Rick Partlow who currently has 154 books on Goodreads with 106049 ratings. How does he put out so many books so quickly? How does he delight his readers? Where did he get his start? All this and more in another exciting episode of the WriterDojo!

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WriterDojo S5 Ep18: Supporter Spectacular XI Nov 08, 2023

This week, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia valiantly try once again to empty the inbox of questions submitted by our beloved supporters.

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WriterDojo S5 Ep17: the Characters of the Forbidden Topics Nov 01, 2023

Over the past month hosts/authors Steve Diamond & Larry Correia have talked about 2 of the 3 big Forbidden topics. To close it off, this week they provide some examples and discuss various characters and how they relate to and are defined by Politics & Religion. (They're not talking about the third, though- maybe for April Fools Day some year...)

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WriterDojo S5 Ep16: the Elements of Horror Oct 25, 2023

'Tis the week before Halloween, so hosts/authors Steve Diamond & Larry Correia wanted to take some time to discuss the elements of horror. The 3 key elements of horror don't belong in just horror stories- most stories can benefit from their addition. The trick is learning how to effectively use them for maximum impact.

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WriterDojo S5 Ep15: Politics Oct 18, 2023

After recently tackling one of the three forbidden topics (Religion) WriterDojo hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia decided to tackle another one of them- Politics. How important is it to inject politics into your work? Are politics important or should they be avoided? How do you go about creating fictional politics and should you bother doing so? All this and more in this week's WriterDojo!

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WriterDojo S5 Ep14: Outlining Oct 11, 2023

We've discussed Outlining vs Discovery writing in the past, but how exactly do you go about Outlining? What's the best method of creating an outline, how flexible can you be, and how do our author hosts Steve Diamond and Larry Correia work together with their differences in approaches?

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WriterDojo S5 Ep13: Religion Oct 04, 2023

In polite conversation there are 3.5 topics you just don't discuss. This week hosts/Authors Steve Diamond & Larry Correia tackle one of the big ones- religion. How to write about existing religions and how to create your own fictional ones are 2 of the big topics. If you would like to join our supporters, you can support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes at: https://anchor.fm/writerdojo ____________________________________

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WriterDojo S5 Ep12: Short Story Nuts & Bolts Sep 27, 2023

Here in the dojo we've discussed writing short stories before, but there's way too much to the topic to cover in just one episode. This week hosts/Authors Steve Diamond & Larry Correia take some time to get into the nuts & bolts of how to actually write a compelling short story that has impact and leaves the readers (and the editors) eager for your next one.

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Austin, Texas, on January 26th and 27th, 2024

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WriterDojo S5 Ep11: Tweet Bashing (round 5) The Return of the Nitwits Sep 20, 2023

Can you believe our long-suffering Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia haven't waded into the muck of the Twitterverse to unearth even more bad writing advice to mock and ridicule for your amusement and edification since early in Season 3? Time flies when you're having fun...
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WriterDojo S5 Ep10: Supporter Spectacular (Round X) Sep 13, 2023

Although we've been enjoying all the interviews and live episodes, it has put us a bit behind on answering questions from our beloved Supporters so host/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia took the time to answer some of the backlog (that don't require an entire episode to answer.)

(There's an unwritten law in Marketing that 'X' is objectively better than '10')

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04:42 How to better craft an infodump

11:35 How to stop writing trilogies

15:35 Software for Writers

21:02 Hosts are Supporters too

25:35 Duologies vs Trilogies

32:40 How to approach publishers about an internship

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WriterDojo S5 Ep9: Live from the Writer's Cantina Sep 06, 2023

Back ,in July hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia did a live Q&A session with attendees at the Writer's Cantina. Attendees were all writers and they asked some great questions.

(*This episode was recorded live Saturday, July 8, 2023 at the Writers Cantina in Utah)

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This week's episode is sponsored by *Minds of Men* (by Kacey Ezell)- available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/47Y3p9L (affiliate link) ____________________________________

02:53 If you could do it all over again, what would you do differently?

03:56 Any plans for future virtual events?

10:01 When do you stop outlining and start writing?

12:33 How do you get the word out?

19:50 Any tips on filing off the serial numbers?

22:58 How do you fix a character after you finish the story?

27:17 What's the best way to learn from other's mistakes?

30:49 What are your thoughts on Artificial Intelligence and writing?

38:40 Justified Retcons

42:42 In a query letter, how much is too much?

44:28 Questions about Audible

46:44 Anything you regret NOT writing?

51:54 Writing what you know vs. self-insert

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WriterDojo S5 Ep8: the Importance of Characters (w/ David Weber) Aug 30, 2023

WriterDojo hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia had the opportunity to sit and chat with none other than writing legend David Weber to discuss the importance of building great characters. David is known worldwide for his strong characters and shares some practical advice for writing more realistic, compelling characters that people actually care about . (This is the final LibertyCon 23 Black Bag interview.)

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WriterDojo S5 Ep7: Writing for Video Games (w/ Brian Urbanek) Aug 23, 2023

Something a little different this week. The Black Bag Interviews recorded at LibertyCon 2023 continue with hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia sitting down to discuss/geek out about video game writing with a master of the craft- Brian Urbanek. (If you don't recognize the name, you'll probably recognize one of the FIFTEEN titles he's written for. Titles like Call of Duty, XCOM2, Warhammer 40,000: Rites of War, and others)

(*This episode was recorded live at LibertyCon 2023)

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WriterDojo S5 Ep6: Indy Publishing and Running a Small Press Aug 16, 2023

Another of the "LibertyCon 2023 Black Bag Interviews"- in this week's episode host/authors Steve Diamond & Larry Correia sat down with our old pal the Lawdog himself to talk about the founding, running, and challenges of Raconteur Press.

(*This episode was recorded live at LibertyCon 2023)

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WriterDojo S5 Ep5: Live From LibertyCon (2023) Aug 09, 2023

For our 100th episode hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss the WriterDojo podcast in front of a studio audience! (Featuring a rare cameo appearance from the third part of the dojo, Jack Wylder)

(*This episode was recorded live at LibertyCon 2023)

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WriterDojo S5 Ep4: Once More With Feeling (w/ Kacey Ezell) Aug 02, 2023

During LibertyCon this year, host/authors Steve Diamond & Larry Correia politely asked Kacey to join them in recording an episode (black bags might work for some, but Kacey is best approached respectfully) to discuss adding emotional impact to your writing and the shape of words.
(*This episode was recorded live at LibertyCon 2023)

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WriterDojo S5 Ep3: Swords and Sorcery (w/ Howard Andrews Jones) Jul 26, 2023

During the "Black Bag Interviews" at LibertyCon this year, Sword & Sorcery master Howard Andrew Jones found himself on an elevator with host/authors Steve Diamond & Larry Correia late at night. After a brief struggle, they got him into the makeshift WriterDojo studio and sat down to talk about the differences between Fantasy and Swords & Sorcery, their mutual love of certain authors, and just generally geek out about a topic they're all passionate about.

(*This episode was recorded live at LibertyCon 2023)

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"Down these mean streets a man must go who is not himself mean, who is neither tarnished nor afraid. He is the hero; he is everything. He must be a complete man and a common man and yet an unusual man. He must be, to use a rather weathered phrase, a man of honor—by instinct, by inevitability, without thought of it, and certainly without saying it. He must be the best man in his world and a good enough man for any world." “He will take no man’s money dishonestly and no man’s insolence without a due and dispassionate revenge. He is a lonely man and his pride is that you will treat him as a proud man or be very sorry you ever saw him."

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WriterDojo S5 Ep2: Law Enforcement (w/ Griffin Barber) Jul 19, 2023

Law Enforcement has been covered in all forms of media pretty much as long as there has been media. What do people get right and what do people get wrong? How can you better understand and write about law enforcement characters? This week our hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss this topic with super cop (and popular author) Griffin Barber. (*This episode was recorded live at LibertyCon 2023)

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WriterDojo S5 Ep1: The State of the Dojo Address (Summer 23) Jul 12, 2023

Season FIVE already?? Time flies when you're having fun, I guess! This week hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss what's going on with them as well as what's going on with the WriterDojo itself.

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WriterDojo S4 Ep25: Level Up Your Writing Jun 28, 2023

This week, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia talk about a subject near and dear to their hearts- gaming. Can you be both a gamer and a writer? Is gaming a distraction or a tool when it comes to writing? How can you best integrate things from gaming into your writing? All this and more in the final episode of Season Four!

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WriterDojo S4 Ep24: Editing Nitty Gritty Jun 21, 2023

For most authors, the writing part is easier than editing. How do you go work through this necessary step without going crazy? This week, Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia take a deep dive into the dirty job that most authors dread, with tips and tricks to survive with sanity intact.

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WriterDojo S4 Ep23: Time Management Jun 14, 2023

This week, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia tackle a big subject- Time. How do you juggle writing time, work time, play time, family time, bucket time? We all have 1440 minutes a day, 10080 a week- how do you know what's important and what isn't? And aren't deadlines really more of a suggestion?

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WriterDojo S4 Ep22: Lessons From the Gun Range Jun 07, 2023

Way back in Season 2 (Episode 23) our hosts Steve Diamond and Larry Correia shared some observations/lessons/epiphanies they had during a (then) recent shooting class they attended. This year, new class- new revelations.

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S4 Ep21: Message Fiction May 31, 2023

On today's episode our hosts, authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia, discuss 'message fiction'. Is it inherently a bad thing? Is there a right way and a wrong way to do it? And just how guilty of hypocrisy are they? Tune in for this and much more in this week's episode!

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S4 Ep 20: Greatest Hits (Vol. 1) May 24, 2023

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia are out writing against deadlines, so this week we're doing the Best Of the WriterDojo. These are the bits and pieces that people like to refer back to, re-edited, condensed, and streamlined. (All of these come from Seasons 1 & 2.)

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00:26 S1 Ep12- Dialogue

04:10 S1 Ep17- Grand Theft Storytelling

07:26 S2 Ep12- How to Tell a Story in 5000 Words

12:19 S2 Ep13- Character Growth & Development
20:43 S2 Ep16- Sharpen Your Saw

27:50 S2 Ep17- Business & Marketing (taxes)

29:53 S2 Ep21- Pitching & Acquisitions (w/ Dave Butler)
35:16 S2 Ep24- The Rhythm of Writing (w/ Craig Nybo)

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WriterDojo S4 Ep19: Beginnings May 17, 2023

WriterDojo S4 Ep19: Beginnings

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia enjoy answering questions from our beloved Supporters during our Supporter Spectaculars, but sometimes the answers take a bit longer to answer than others. This was the case with one during Supporter Spectacular IX, so they decided to devote an entire episode to discussing one question in particular. What makes a great opening for a story? (This is another 'nuts & bolts' kind of episode with real, useful tips to help you keep your readers reading!)

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WriterDojo S4 Ep18: Supporter Spectacular IX May 10, 2023

This week Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia take on more of the questions provided by our lovely supporters.
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S4 Ep17: High Tide/Low Tide May 03, 2023

We all know the expression 'a rising tide lifts all boats', but what about the opposite- does a falling tide lower all boats? Hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss both sides of the issue. Also introduces a new voice- Amazon Review Voice! (which sounds suspiciously like Bad Twitter Advice Voice)

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S4 Ep16: Passive Voice Apr 26, 2023

Passive Voice is the subject of the WriterDojo podcast this week. This topic was discussed by authors/hosts Steve Diamond and Larry Correia, and they were joined by Craig Nybo.

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S4 Ep15: Editorial Round Table (Round 1) Apr 19, 2023

We've had a lot of questions in the WriterDojo facebook group in regards to editing, so this week hosts Steve Diamond & Larry Correia sat down with Dave Butler & Christopher Ruocchio to discuss editing: the different types of editing, what to do, what not to do, tips & tricks, etc.

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S4 Ep14: Science Fantasy Apr 12, 2023

This week, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia are joined in the studio with Christopher Ruocchio to discuss Science Fantasy- what it is, what it isn't, and why it's useful.

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S4 Ep13: Christopher Ruocchio Exposé Apr 05, 2023

This week your hosts Steve Diamond & Larry Correia got the opportunity to sit down in the studio with super author Christopher Ruocchio and discuss the genesis of the Sun Eater series, what path he took to becoming a published author, and lots more.

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WriterDojo 2.0 Apr 01, 2023

After 82 episodes, we are excited to unveil the All New All Different- WriterDojo 2.0!

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S4 Ep12: On Location Mar 29, 2023

You've got great characters with great motivations and a great plot- but plots need a place to happen. What's the best way to choose the right location? How much does it really matter to the story? Can the location actually be more than just a stage for the plot to happen? Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia expound upon the subject, including examples of why some of their works are set where they are.

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S4 Ep11: Brainstorming (Round1) Mar 22, 2023

This week Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss the process of collaborative brainstorming (including some hints about the upcoming sequel to Servants of War)

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S4 Ep10: Profanity Mar 15, 2023

Since man first stubbed his bare toe on a rock, profanity has been with us. Profanity has evolved and grown over time like all language, but it's certainly nothing new. Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss this topic in depth. When is profanity acceptable and when is it not acceptable? How much is too much? Most importantly, why is 'cussing like a sailor' not that impressive? All this and more on this week's episode of the WriterDojo

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S4 Ep9: Supporter Spectacular (Round 7) Mar 08, 2023

"I don't pretend we have all the answers. But the questions are certainly worth thinking about."- Arthur C. Clarke

This week Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia try once again to get caught up on some of these awesome questions sent in by our amazing supporters.

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S4 Ep8: Censorship is $#!* Mar 01, 2023

"Every record has been destroyed or falsified, every book rewritten, every picture has been repainted, every statue and street building has been renamed, every date has been altered." —George Orwell, 1984

WriterDojo hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia talk this week about censorship and the rewriting of books to better suit modern sensibilities.

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S4 Ep7: Interviews Feb 22, 2023

With Larry having done dozens of interviews in the last month alone and Steve interviewing SO many people over the years, it makes sense to cover this subject. WriterDojo hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia talk this week about interviewing and being interviewed.

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S4 Ep6: Monsters (Round 3) Feb 15, 2023

WriterDojo hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia just cannot get enough monsters! So the discussion continues this week with some tips for how, when, and why to create your own monsters (just in writing- sorry, Steve)

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S4 Ep5: Monsters (Round 2) Feb 08, 2023

This week hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return to further discuss one of their favorite topics- Monsters (round 2)
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S4 Ep4: Monsters (Round 1) Feb 01, 2023

This week hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss one of their favorite topics- Monsters.
What makes a monster effective? Is it better to show them up front, or cloak them in mystery? And just what IS the deal with the Humboldt Folk in MHI, anyway? Find out all this and more on this week's exciting episode!
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S4 Ep3: Westerns Jan 25, 2023

Saddle up for a rip roarin' discussion about the genre of Westerns with hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia. Yee haw, I guess?

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S4 E2: Predatory Publishing Jan 18, 2023

This week hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss the differences between traditional (trad), independent (indy), and 'hybrid' publishers. What's good, what's bad, and what to watch out for.
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S4 Ep1: State of the Dojo Address (2023) Jan 11, 2023

We're back, baby!
This week hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia take a look back at 2022 and a look forward at 2023.
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S3 Ep 24: Wrapping it Up Dec 28, 2022

Sooner or later, everything must end. This week hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss wrapping it up- how best to go about wrapping up a story, a book, a series. (Fittingly, this is the last episode of Season 3)

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S3 Ep23: How to Approach an Author Dec 21, 2022

Slowly and cautiously.
Oh not a long enough answer? Okay fine, fine- let's hear what Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia have to say on the subject. How do you approach authors, how do you NOT approach authors, why do you approach authors? All this and more in another exciting episode of the WriterDojo
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S3 Ep22: Titles (& Why We Suck At Them) Dec 14, 2022

So you've finally completed your masterpiece, edited and re-edited it into perfection and then you hit the big question- what are you going to call this thing? Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss the various ways of naming your work, some of the pitfalls and problems, and examine what they've done right and what they've done wrong.

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S3 Ep21: Sequels Nov 30, 2022

Many authors struggle to follow up on a first book. What are the expectations and requirements for a good sequel and how do you meet them? Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia dive deeper into a question asked by one of our awesome supporters that was so good, it needed its own full episode.

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S3 Ep20: Supporter Spectacular (Round VII) Nov 23, 2022

Albert Einstein said 'The important thing is to not stop questioning' Judging by the ones sent in by our beloved supporters, they know this well. Once again, our Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return to answer still more questions submitted by our lovely supporters.
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S3 Ep19: Third Person Narrative Nov 16, 2022

This week, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia follow up on the First-Person Narrative episode with a discussion of Third-Person Narrative. What is the best time/way to use it and when you should NOT use it. What are the benefits and the challenges?

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S3 Ep18: What's In A Name? (The Importance of Character Names) Nov 09, 2022

What's in a name? Quite a bit, it turns out. This week, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return to the studio to discuss the importance of character names, some methods of selecting them, and some of their favorite examples.

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This week's episode is sponsored by *An Illustrated Guide to AI Prompt Mastery* (by Jack Wylder)- available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3s478Pu (affiliate link)

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S3 Ep17: Intro to Marketing with Jack Wylder Nov 02, 2022

This week, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia go over a few of the basics of Marketing with that Jack Wylder guy and discuss the need for personal branding, the importance of an author's website, and more.

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This week's episode is sponsored by *The Lone Star, the Tricolor, and the Swastika: Republic of Texas Navy Book 2* (by D.A.Brock)- available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Dvizou (affiliate link)

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S3 Ep16: First Person Narrative Oct 26, 2022

With the FenCon 2022 live episodes behind us, this week, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return to the more nuts-and-bolts side of things with a discussion of First-Person Narrative. What is the best time/way to use it and when should you NOT use it.

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This week's episode is sponsored by *Texas at the Coronation: Republic of Texas Navy Book 1* (by D.A.Brock)- available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3xEnz8g (affiliate link)

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S3 Ep15: Working With an Editor with Toni Weisskopf Oct 19, 2022

At FenCon 2022 we had the opportunity to sit down and have a conversation with some seriously amazing guests. This week, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia were honored to sit down with one of the most respected editors in publishing, Special Guest Toni Weisskopf, to talk about the dynamics of writers and editors and how to prosper in the writing business.

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S3 Ep 14: Worldbuilding with Chuck Gannon Oct 12, 2022

At FenCon 2022 we had the opportunity to sit down and have a conversation with some amazing guests. This week, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia talked with Special Guest, Dr Charles E Gannon (Chuck) about Shared Worldbuilding and what it takes to make it in the writing business.

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S3 Ep13: Picking the Brain of Dr Rob Hampson Oct 05, 2022

At FenCon 2022 we had the opportunity to sit down and have a conversation with some amazing guests. This week, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia talked with Special Guest, neuroscientist/author Dr Rob Hampson about big brain stuff.

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This week's episode is sponsored by *Trouble Walked In* (by Mike Kupari)- available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Czhi0E (affiliate link)

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S3 Ep12: Interview With a Completely Different Vampire Sep 28, 2022

At FenCon 2022 we had the opportunity to sit down and have a conversation with some amazing guests. This week, hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia talked with Special Guest, author David Carrico about the writing process and his new book *The Blood Is The Life*
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S3 Ep 11: the Problem With Problematic Authors Sep 21, 2022

Recently, Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia found a list on Twitter of authors someone found "problematic". Once Larry got over his sadness at not being included, they decided to explain why they have a problem with the list of problematic authors.

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Special Edition (FenCon 2022) Sep 20, 2022

Recorded live at FenCon Sept 18th, 2022 Steve Diamond, Larry Correia, and Jack Wylder discuss the WriterDojo podcast in front of a studio audience. Less writing advice than normal, and there's a bit where we get ever so slightly political, but hopefully you'll enjoy it.

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S3 Ep10: Developing Thicker Skin Sep 14, 2022

“Wanting to be a writer and not wanting to be rejected is like wanting to be a boxer and not wanting to get punched.” (-David Barr Kirtley) So how do you handle rejection? How do you handle criticism? Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return once again to discuss the best methods for dealing with both.

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S3 Ep9: Supporter Spectacular (Round VI) Sep 07, 2022

Where do they get such wonderful questions?

From our lovely supporters, of course! This week, Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return to answer even more questions submitted by our beloved supporters.

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S3 Ep8: Beta Readers and Writers Groups Aug 31, 2022

Recently we were having a discussion on the WriterDojo Facebook group and the question of these came up, so this week, Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss the pros & cons of writer groups; what to look for in a beta reader, and if a group is what you need.

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S3 Ep7: Supporter Spectacular (Round V) Aug 24, 2022

This week, Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return to answer more of these awesome questions submitted by our wonderful supporters. Supporters, we appreciate you SO much- thank you all!

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S3 Ep6: Networking Aug 17, 2022

With Steve fresh back from his role as ambassador at GenCon, this week our hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia share stories that highlight the various aspects of networking- the good, the bad, and the ambivalent.

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S3 Ep5: Nonfiction (round 1) Aug 10, 2022

What’s the secret to writing nonfiction that sells? How long does it take compared to fiction? While nonfiction is not their usual subject, this week our hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia tap into their personal experiences to discuss this oft overlooked section of publishing and discuss some of the pros and cons.

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S3 Ep4: It Just Won't Stop (Tweet Bashing- Round 4) Aug 03, 2022

Our forbearing Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia so love our listeners that they will even hold their noses and wade into the Twitterverse to dredge up more bad writing advice to mock and ridicule for your amusement and edification.

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S3 Ep3: Writing Action 3/2 Jul 27, 2022

In this third part of a two part series, hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia continue their discussion on how to best write action for maximum impact.
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S3 Ep2: Writing Action (Round 2) Jul 20, 2022

They're ba-ack! This week hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return to continue their discussion on how to best write action for maximum impact. If you would like to join the ranks of our supporters, you can support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes at: https://anchor.fm/writerdojo *Alpha & Omega* is available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3aPOmGk (affiliate link) "Word Mercenaries" (the WriterDojo theme) is by Craig Nybo https://craignybo.com/

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S3 Ep1: Writing Action (Round 1) Jul 13, 2022

What better way to kick off season 3 then to talk about what Larry is best known for- writing action. This week hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss how to best writer action and how to switch it up for maximum impact.

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the State of the Dojo Address (2022) Jul 06, 2022

This week we catch up with hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia and follow up on the New Year's Eve Resolutions episode. What they are working on now, what's coming up, and where they'll be for the rest of the year. As a bonus, Larry reveals secrets about producer Jack Wylder that he wasn't supposed to tell but no really, it's fine- it's FINE Larry....

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Historical Fantasy Jun 29, 2022

We haven't done a Genre focused episode in a bit, so this week hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia will discuss Historical Fantasy with our friend Author/Editor D.J. (Dave) Butler.

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Supporter Spectacular (Round 4) Jun 22, 2022

Once again hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return to answer even more questions submitted by our beloved supporters. Supporters, we appreciate you SO much- thank you all! If you would like to join our supporters, you can support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes at: https://anchor.fm/writerdojo

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the Rhythm of Writing Jun 15, 2022

There are really four people who make this podcast happen- you already know our hosts, authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia and you might know Jack, but who is the mysterious fourth person who makes it happen? And what writing advice did he give that Steve was so impressed with that he wanted to dedicate an entire episode to exploring? Find out on this week’s exciting and thought provoking episode of the WriterDojo!

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Lessons From the Gun Range Jun 08, 2022

Downtime is an excellent time to ponder things. Some people fish to relax, some play golf- some subject themselves to hot weather and grueling training to become more effective shooters. This week hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss a recent gun training event they attended and share their insights in regards to both writing and in life.

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Don't Negotiate With Terrorists (Round 2) Jun 01, 2022

We don't do current events often, but every once in awhile it's appropriate. This week hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss a recent event in which a world famous author was savaged for using the right words in the wrong order.

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Pitching & Acquisition May 25, 2022

In addition to being a successful author in his own right, guest Dave Butler is also an editor for Baen Books. This week hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia dive into it with Dave and explain how best to pitch your book to a publisher and get acquired.

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World Telling May 18, 2022

Continuing our discussion with D.J. (Dave) Butler, this week hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss the differences between World Building and World Telling.

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Dave Butler Exposé May 11, 2022

This week we were lucky enough to have super-author D.J. (Dave) Butler in studio with hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia. Dave is a successful author who writes adventure stories for all readers and has been a lawyer, a musician, a consultant, and a corporate trainer (his own story is almost as interesting as the stories he writes.) Dave tells how he broke into publishing and offers up tips & tricks you won't learn in any classroom.

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Urban Fantasy May 04, 2022

It's been a while since we dove into a specific genre, so this week Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia will be discussing Urban Fantasy. What exactly qualifies as Urban Fantasy and why on Earth do they call it that? If you would like to join the ranks of our supporters, you can support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes at: https://anchor.fm/writerdojo

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Q&A- Business & Marketing Apr 27, 2022

We get lots of questions from our beloved supporters, so this week our ever-grateful Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia take the opportunity to address a couple more of them.

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Sharpen Your Saw Apr 20, 2022

If you're a writer, you've probably heard the refrain "you should be writing!" If you're a reader, you might have told your favorite author the same. Our perspicacious Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return this week to ponder the correct response to this and whether or not this is good or helpful advice.

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the Kickstarter Episode Apr 13, 2022

Recently, a well known writer launched a Kickstarter that did pretty well for itself. Does that mean traditional publishers are done for? How does this affect the writing community? Is everyone just going to do this from now on? Our insightful Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return this week to ruminate on this and speculate on the long term effects.

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Don't Negotiate With Terrorists Apr 06, 2022

Cancel culture- it's insidious and it's everywhere. How do you handle the threat of cancellation? Our fearless Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return this week to share their thoughts on this trending topic and provide some insight and guidance. (Plus Larry does his Twitter Voice!)

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Character Growth & Development Mar 30, 2022

Our dauntless Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return this week to once again discuss an irresponsible tweet and explain how character growth & development SHOULD go (spoiler alert: it's not by running down a checklist)

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How to Tell a Story in 5,000 Words Mar 23, 2022

The market for short fiction is larger than it ever has been, with new anthologies coming out constantly. Having written short stories and novellas for many years, Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return to tackle the question- How do you tell a story in 5,000 words or less?

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Mandatory Diversity Mar 16, 2022

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return to tackle the question- what's the difference between natural inclusion and Mandatory Diversity? What should be the focus of writing? How did Larry almost die? All that and a sneak peek behind the scenes of MHI!

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Conventions (Round 2) Mar 09, 2022

Last week we covered getting the most bang for your buck attending conventions- this week, we go into the other side of it; what if you're one of the ones people are coming to see? What are your expectations and responsibilities? How can you be the person Cons want to invite back again and again? Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return to discuss the ins and outs of attending conventions. If you would like to join our supporters, you can support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes at: https://anchor.fm/writerdojo

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Conventions (Round 1) Mar 02, 2022

Conventions are a wonderful resource, but they cost both time and money. How do you make sure you get the most bang for your buck? Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return to discuss the ins and outs of attending conventions.

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Intellectual Property Feb 23, 2022

IPs (Intellectual Properties) can be tricky to write for. When does FanFic become canon? What are the Dos and Don'ts? Having been on both sides of the equation, Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return to discuss the pros & cons of writing in someone else's property as well as having someone write in yours.

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Collaboration (Round 1) Feb 16, 2022

Based partially on their recent experience writing Servants of War together, Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return to discuss the pros & cons of working with other authors on a project.

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Supporter Spectacular (Round 3) Feb 09, 2022

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return to answer yet more questions submitted by our wonderful supporters. Supporters, we appreciate you SO much- thank you all!

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Pacing (Round 1) Feb 02, 2022

Pacing can make or break a book and it's something that many authors struggle with. Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return this week to discuss the different approaches to pacing and provide some helpful tips on how to pace yourself.

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Writing for Audio Jan 26, 2022

Audio books accounted for over $1,500,000,000 in sales in the USA alone last year- and that number is growing steadily. Writing for audio is different than writing for readers, though. Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return this week to discuss the differences and give you some ideas to create a better experience for listeners.

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Writer Groups & Beta Readers Jan 19, 2022

Back during our First Supporter Spectacular, there were some questions just too big for a quick answer so we promised we'd get to them later- this week's topic is one such question. Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia will explore the Pros & Cons of Writer Groups and help explain how an author should choose and what they should expect from their Beta Readers.

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Canon Jan 12, 2022

Our intrepid Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return this week to once again dissect bad writing advice from a tweet and discuss canon and what it means to fans.

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Resolutions Jan 05, 2022

Here we are at the start of Season Two, and this one gets a little personal as hosts/authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia reflect on what they did last year, what they're planning for this year, and make some suggestions to make your new year as productive as possible.

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Long vs Short Fiction Dec 29, 2021

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia take time this week to contrast Long Fiction vs Short Fiction and discuss the Pros and Cons of each. (Also, this is the final episode of Season One! How crazy is that?? We've got some great things planned for Season 2, so stay tuned!)

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A Rising Tide Lifts All Boats Dec 22, 2021

Our intrepid Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia return this week to discuss a foolish tweet and explain why writing is NOT a zero sum game.
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Grand Theft Story Dec 15, 2021

Where is the line between homage and plagiarism? How do you tell a story that hasn't been done before? Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss these and many other questions in this week's episode.

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Your Muse Is As Real As Your Kid's Imaginary Friend Dec 08, 2021

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss the concept of 'the Muse' and how it can affect one's writing career.

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Supporter Spectacular! (Round 2) Dec 01, 2021

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia answer even more questions submitted by our wonderful supporters. Supporters, we appreciate you SO much- thank you all!

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Supporter Spectacular! (Round 1) Nov 24, 2021

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia answer questions submitted by our wonderful supporters. Supporters, we appreciate you SO much- thank you all!

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Horror Nov 17, 2021

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss one of their favorite genres: Horror. This was originally supposed to air on Halloween 2021 but Producer Jack went and got sick. Sorry! If you would like to support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes, you can do so at: https://anchor.fm/writerdojo

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Dialogue Nov 17, 2021

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss the importance of writing good dialogue and the differences between actual conversations and written conversations. If you would like to support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes, you can do so at: https://anchor.fm/writerdojo

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Worldbuilding: Setting Oct 27, 2021

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss starting with a setting rather than a character. If you would like to support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes, you can do so at: https://anchor.fm/writerdojo

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Tertiary Characters Oct 20, 2021

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss the importance of fleshing out your background characters and the opportunities therein. If you would like to support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes, you can do so at: https://anchor.fm/writerdojo

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POV Oct 13, 2021

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss the importance of choosing a Point of View. If you would like to support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes, you can do so at: https://anchor.fm/writerdojo

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Heroes vs Villains Oct 06, 2021

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia dig in a bit deeper on Characters and discuss how to write engaging heroes and villains. If you would like to support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes, you can do so at: https://anchor.fm/writerdojo

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Building Character Sep 29, 2021

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss the basics of writing engaging characters and which comes first- character or setting. If you would like to support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes, you can do so at: https://anchor.fm/writerdojo

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Genre Sep 22, 2021

Someone tweeted "...fantasy is not a genre- it is a setting". Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss this idea and delve into the purpose and promise of genre. If you would like to support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes, you can do so at: https://anchor.fm/writerdojo

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The Discipline of Idea Management Sep 15, 2021

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss the importance of being disciplined in regards to your ideas. (Also, be sure to listen for the origins of everyone's favorite manatee, Wendell!) If you would like to support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes, you can do so at: https://anchor.fm/writerdojo

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Outlining vs Discovery (Round I) Sep 08, 2021

In this no holds barred bare knuckles battle, Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia argue the merits of writing using the Outlining Method versus using the Discovery Method.
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the Basics of Business (Round I) Sep 01, 2021

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss the basics of writing as a business. If you would like to support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes, you can do so at: https://anchor.fm/writerdojo

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Hobby vs Business (Round I) Aug 25, 2021

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia discuss the differences between writing as a hobby versus writing as a business. If you would like to support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes, you can do so at: https://anchor.fm/writerdojo

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Welcome to the WriterDojo! Aug 17, 2021

Hosts/Authors Steve Diamond and Larry Correia explain what we’re doing with this podcast and why we’re doing it. If you would like to support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes, you can do so at: https://anchor.fm/writerdojo

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