How Do You Writ‪e‬

Hosted ByRachael Herron

Explore the processes of working writers with bestselling author Rachael Herron. How do you write a book? Start here. You'll gain tips to get in the chair, tricks to stay there, and inspiration to get your own words flowing.

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The Annual MONEY Episode!

The most popular episode every year – check out what Rachael made in 2024 and how she made it! Also, what will she be changing, adapting, doing in 2025?...

On the Utter Joy of Having Homework Forever, with Elisabeth Sharp McKetta

This is an interview you will LOVE, start to finish. Get ready to be overjoyed. Elisabeth Sharp McKetta is an award-winning writer and writing teacher and a mother of...

The Black Herron 28 (plus update!)

Let’s plan for the new year with Sacha and Rachael! ❤️ Adventure 52 – Patreon – http://patreon.com/rachael ✏️ Write More, Worry Less: A Year of Pressure-Free Productivity Jan 4,...

How to Build the Support You Want with Heidi McIntyre

Support — who needs it? You do! How to get it (and how to hold open space for your writing, too). Heidi McIntyre’s journey as a writer began in...

The Power of Trimming Down Your Work, with Kate Mahony

Rachael’s back from swimming with the turtles – catch up with her today. And how does a writer move from flash to longer work? Find out with Kate! Kate...

The Black Herron 27

Rachael’s landing book planes and Sacha’s cleaning up after an incredibly successful Kickstarter! Enjoy! 🎉 Unstuck is now available HERE! Ink In Your Veins: How Writers Actually Write (and...

Writing an Identity Not Your Own, with Alex Temblador

How to write an identity not your own! Also: on inhabiting your character, on easy reading being damned hard writing, on grounding the reader in a scene, and expecting...

On Slowing Down Hurry Mode with Nicole Meier

On zooming out to look at character interiority and having scene goals, as well as slowing down the hurry mode. Enjoy! Nicole Meier is an author and book coach...

How to Write with Heart, Soul, and Pen, with Robin Finn

On writing with heart, soul, and pen! Robin Finn, MPH, MA, is the author of the new book, Heart. Soul. Pen.: Find Your Voice on the Page and in...

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