Episodes

  • 367. You're Stuck with Me: When Friendships Turn Toxic, with Robin Merle
    Jan 22 2026

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    Author and executive coach Robin Merle talks about the dynamics of friendships, what can sour those bonds, and how she explored the darker side of these relationships in her book A Dangerous Friendship.

    Visit Robin's website and check out A Dangerous Friendship:
    https://theprofessionalguide.com/

    Find more of Robin's insight on her socials:
    https://www.instagram.com/robinmerletpg
    https://www.facebook.com/robinmerle.author

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    28 mins
  • 366. Portrayals of Postpartum Motherhood and Why it Matters, with Jaime Parker Stickle
    Jan 15 2026

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    Writer and podcaster Jaime Parker Stickle visits to talk about her book, Vicious Cycle, creating accurate portrayals of postpartum anxiety and depression, and why increasing conversations on this subject is important.

    Check out Jaime's website and grab a copy of Vicious Cycle:
    https://www.jaimeparkerstickle.com/

    Follow Jaime on her socials to keep up with her ventures:
    https://www.instagram.com/jaimeparkerstickle/#
    https://www.facebook.com/JaimeParkerStickle

    Speculative Fiction Writing Made Simple: Write, Edit, and Publish Your Debut Novel
    Most writing podcasts just inspire. This one teaches the craft skills that hook readers.

    Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

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    27 mins
  • 365. Humor and Hard Truths, with Matthew Check
    Jan 8 2026

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    Musician and debut author Matthew Check discusses his new memoir, What Would Philip Roth Do?, how he used humor to soften the harshness of reality, and gives his thoughts on the connection between music and writing.

    Stop by Matthew's website:
    https://matthewcheckmusic.com/

    Check out his book, What Would Philip Roth Do?:
    https://matthewcheckmusic.com/book

    Connect with Matthew on socials:
    https://www.instagram.com/matthewcheck/
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHaA3NvricYoURfstBaeOfg

    #matthewcheck

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    25 mins
  • 364. Eco Thrillers and Inspiring Hope, with Dheepa R. Maturi
    Jan 2 2026

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    Author and former lawyer Dheepa R. Maturi discusses eco-thrillers, the importance of balance in dystopian literature and hopeful endings, and also gives advice on how to stop your doomscrolling in the first Writing and Editing episode of 2026!

    Check out Dheepa's website:
    https://www.dheeparmaturi.com/

    Grab a copy of 108: An Eco-Thriller:
    https://www.dheeparmaturi.com/book

    Find Dheepa on her socials:
    https://www.instagram.com/dheepamaturi/
    https://www.facebook.com/people/Dheepa-R-Maturi-Writer-Poet/61560262745322/

    We are wishing everyone a happy new year and wanted to say thank you to all of our listeners who stopped by in 2025 -- from new to casual to regular listeners, we are grateful for your support! And we are looking forward to ringing in another year filled with fascinating topics and fantastic guests!

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    24 mins
  • 363. Basing Stories on True Events, with Stephanie Landsem
    Dec 28 2025

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    Author Stephanie Landsem talks about family history, incorporating it into your story, and all of the consequences that can follow in a special episode of Writing and Editing.

    Listen to it with your own family or find that quiet space for your much needed Me Time. Happy Holidays!

    Take a look at Stephanie's website and grab a copy of her books:
    https://stephanielandsem.com/

    Keep up with Stephanie's next fictional adventures on her socials:
    https://www.instagram.com/stephanielandsem/
    https://www.facebook.com/stephanielandsem


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    23 mins
  • 362. Subverting Expectations: The New Genre of Feminist Thriller, with Charlene Wang
    Dec 18 2025

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    Special guest and author Charlene Wang discusses the feminist thriller, how her novel, I'll Follow You, is a fresh take, and how the modern age is influencing the genre's direction.

    Stop by Charlene's website:
    https://charlenewangauthor.com/about

    Get your own copy of her thrilling book, I'll Follow You:
    https://charlenewangauthor.com/ill-follow-you

    Keep up with Charlene on Instagram:
    https://www.instagram.com/charleneshiyi/


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    26 mins
  • 361. Division and Unity, with Chip Webster
    Dec 11 2025

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    Author and executive coach Chip Webster discusses divisions in humanity, the healing properties of writing and poetry, and why it takes a village to create a book.

    Visit Chip's website:
    Unityinservice.org

    Get in touch with Chip at his email:
    Chip@unityinsrvice.org

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    21 mins
  • 360. Family Drama and Hidden Secrets, with Robin W. Pearson
    Dec 4 2025

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    Former editor and author Robin W. Pearson stops by to discuss fictional family drama, how to keep the age-old genre fresh, and the importance of writing about these dysfunctional dynamics.

    Visit Robin's website:
    https://robinwpearson.com/

    Peruse her books, including The Stories We Carry:
    https://robinwpearson.com/books/

    Get the latest scoop of (fictional) family drama on Robin's socials:
    https://www.facebook.com/RobinWPearson/
    https://www.instagram.com/robinwpearson/

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    28 mins