077- Inspiration

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In this episode, we riff off a similar discussion on Dead Robots' Society as we discuss what inspires us as writers. When did we first know we wanted to write? What influenced us? What writers inspire us? Other forms of media? From where do we draw inspiration for individual stories?

If you're a writer, feel free to add your own replies in the comments section!

Promo: Tales from the Archives by Tee Morris and Philippa Ballantine

Alan wants everyone to check out "The Hero's Journey Explained by Puppets"

76- Submissions and Contests

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In an abbreviated episode, David and Alan discuss issues surrounding submitting your work, and the value of writing and book contests.

Dave's book, You Suck, is free on Kobo, Nook, and Smashwords.

Promo: A Minor Magic by Justin R. Macumber

75- Science Thrillers with Warren Fahy

Our guest is Warren Fahy, author of Fragment and Pandemonium.


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Promo: The Zombie-Driven Life

New books from Gryphonwood: The Valley, Island Life, and The Invasion by William Meikle

74- Kindle Worlds and Fan Fiction with Steven Savile

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Steven Savile, author of the Ogmios thrillers, drops by. We discuss Amazon's new Kindle Worlds program,

in which authors will essentially be paid for writing fan fiction, and contrast it to Hugh Howey's approach to writers who want to create in his universe.

Promo: Pentecost by J.F. Penn

73- Giving Up on a Book or Author

Dave and Al discuss what makes a reader give up on a book, a series, or an author.

Promo: RealmShift by Alan Baxter

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