On the Pencils&Lipstick podcast Kat talks to authors, editors and other professionals in the writing and publishing field to learn more about the craft of writing. If you're a writer or just love listening to author interviews about writing, Pencils&Lipstick is about to be your newest favorite podcast.
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Reviews
1extraordinarywoman
5 out of 5 stars
Inspiring
I first saw cat on the Emma Dhesi interview. I like her honest approach to writing. Her ideas are so helpful.
SJake057
5 out of 5 stars
Helpful!
Such a helpful podcast. Kat is a create creative guide. 😁
Kathy Rupff
5 out of 5 stars
Creative feast!
I heard Kat speak on Mike Brennan’s “Creative Chats” podcast (awesome!) and really liked her. So glad I came over to her podcast, too… Loving it!!! So much interesting and fun information. Thank you!!
ShellyDoc
5 out of 5 stars
A MUST LISTEN-TO PODCAST!!!
Kat is a calm and delightful podcast host who has a heart for her listeners to be encouraged AND informed in their artistic and entrepreneurial endeavors! She has guest who are not only REALLY GOOD at what they do, but are REALLY GENUINE in who they are...relatable human beings who have a passion and dedication to life as an artist and business person. If you’ve not subscribed, you’re missing out! So, SUBSCRIBE 😃 and get the gems 💎 that are being poured out from such a lovely-hearted soul💕
Her Journey Towards Change
5 out of 5 stars
So Down-To-Earth
I love listening to Kat and her many guests. There’s always a variety and all of her guests are so interesting. Not to mention, Kat is so fun to listen to, as a host and a guest. She’s so personable and down to earth. I love her enthusiasm and zeal for creatives and sharing their stories. Five stars for sure!!!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
misty phillip
5 out of 5 stars
Love this podcast!
Kat is a great host and I loved being a guest on her show! Can't wait to listen to other episodes!
MistiMitch
5 out of 5 stars
Take a listen!
I love listening to Kat’s podcasts, the people she has on it and all the different things you will hear/learn about. Thank you Kat for sharing your talent with us!
Andy Storch
5 out of 5 stars
Great podcast!!!
Really great topic and podcast!
A.Holder
5 out of 5 stars
Awesome!!
Awesome podcast for creative people, Kat brings great insight to the subject. Really enjoy her selection of guests as well.
lomas l
5 out of 5 stars
Great podcast
Kat is the greatest! Very informative!
bdizzlefizzle
5 out of 5 stars
So insightful
Really loving this show. Kat and her guests have really given me insights I find myself thinking about long after listening. Thank you!!
marisaimon
5 out of 5 stars
Important topics
As a full-time self-employed creative, I get that it takes courage to start to follow your creative passions. What helps is hearing stories like these to increase confidence and gain inspiration from what others are doing in the world of the creative marketplace. Thanks for creating this Kat!
Law5291
5 out of 5 stars
Worth your time.
Some podcasts and people just enjoy hearing themselves talk but don’t really leave you with anything for your time. Not this podcast. Kat Jan packs every session that will leave you inspired and ready to create, work, live and love.
Michelle Bronson
5 out of 5 stars
100% all in!!
To be honest, I was t sure what to expect from this podcast given the catchy title. It only took one episode and I found myself binge listening to get caught up. A wide variety of topics covering the challenges creative people face in today’s world. I’m looking forward to the next episode and the next episode and the next episode.....
TracyLE2
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent, well-rounded Content
Kat Caldwell with Pencils and Lipstick provides outstanding content to encourage and teach others to fulfill their goals. Love them!
Gasoneem
5 out of 5 stars
Interesting, fun and inspiring
I love this podcast. Kat has a beautiful voice and always finds interesting people to interview. I totally recommend it!!!
Ben Sudd III
5 out of 5 stars
Awesome & Informative
Enjoy hearing creatives share their projects and even give great advance, tips, and tricks.
KerriandAdam
5 out of 5 stars
Genuine conversation
I love to hear Kat Caldwell talk about real life issues about being a writer, an artist, and making it all work in the real world with a family and a busy schedule. She interviews artists, entrepreneurs, and others that do interesting things. I get so inspired by her and her guests!!
Deb92Nelson
5 out of 5 stars
So great!!
Love listening to Kat!
johnwaltersdfw
5 out of 5 stars
Well prepared and curious!
Loved the Karen Anderson podcast. I am so excited to read the Bezos Letters book. Your curiosity led Karen through a fascinating interview.
UwSwim
5 out of 5 stars
Down To Earth Working Mom
What a calming podcast sharing the stories of what drives other to be creative and express themselves. It’s fun to here Kat bring these creative people and topics to this podcast. I love listening!
Artist Couple
5 out of 5 stars
Something for everyone!
I love hearing the interviews from all different types of people in so many backgrounds- writers, painters, photographers, balloon art! It’s really cool to hear about everyone’s journey along with tips and tricks they picked up along the way. 👍🏼 Inspiring and informative!
tbgoing
5 out of 5 stars
Pencils and Lipstick
I love this podcast! It is great especially for creatives who are looking to improve or gain new ideas!
Jennifer Dean
5 out of 5 stars
Great podcast - wonderful host
Kat is an amazing host with so many different types of people sharing about their creativity. She has an amazing voice and that’s makes easy to listen to. Highly recommended giving Pencils and Lipstick a try.
AJLomas
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing!
Kat is the best creative out there! Great content! We love her!
Anna.Schoby
5 out of 5 stars
Love it!
Kat is such an incredible podcast host. She’s so encouraging and makes listening so engaging! Though I am not as creative I would want to be, she makes it feel possible!
Enanmare
5 out of 5 stars
Very fun and engaging
This was fun, engaging and informative. Kat is such a natural and has a great ability to ask relevant questions. I really enjoyed it. 💟
KMartin43
5 out of 5 stars
Kat is Awesome!
Kat’s interview style is so natural! I love listening to her interviews; it’s like you’re part of the group just chatting and having coffee!
CB Bama girl
5 out of 5 stars
Engaging podcast
Kat is such a great podcast host. Though I have not considered myself a creative person, Kat’s words and her guests have inspired a creative spirit inside of me to become more active. I have thoroughly enjoyed listening to the stories Kat and her guests have shared.
Justin T Schenck
5 out of 5 stars
A creatives gold mine!
This podcast is perfect for creatives and authors. Kat is clearly an expert author who guides conversations to the point where you truly learn! This will help you reach your creative goals!
cocc31
5 out of 5 stars
I love it
I like the subjects covered, the length of the podcasts is perfect, not too long not too short...a pleasure to listen to. Her voice is pleasant and easy for me being French. I can pretty much understand everything . Thank you Kat !
Dwayne H.
5 out of 5 stars
Great podcast!
Incredible content, incredible host, incredible guest!! Must listen!!
bbghij
4 out of 5 stars
So inspiring!
Kat could be a professional radio announcer. She has such a calm voice and engaging manner. And what an impressive variety of guests. It’s so inspiring hearing from such an array of creative people. I always learn something new and feel inspired to pursue my own creative projects.
Podcast information
- Amount of episodes
- 118
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- Yes
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- Last upload date
- May 29, 2023
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- Kat Caldwell
- Copyright
- Kat Caldwell-Ladwell Publishing Pencils&Lipstick 2019
susbcribers
- Ep 183 3 Tips To Add Conflict To Your StoryAll stories need conflict! Let's talk about why and what you can do to actively add more to your story. Are you writing a book? Check out my friend Stacy Juba's Perfect Your Plot course. For just $47 you can get all the plot points down so you won't come across a plot hole during edits! Want to support the show? Go here: https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show/ Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. Find the transcription for this episode here.0 comments0
- Ep 182 One-Stop Author Marketing at Story Origin AppToday I talk with Evan Gow, creator and developer of the amazing Story Origin App. This website is the one-stop shop for marketing for authors. If you want to join promotions, manage a swap with other authors, have a landing page for beta readers and more, you NEED to check out Story Origin App. Want to support the show? Go here: https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show/ Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. Find the transcription for this episode here.0 comments0
- Pencils&Lipstick podcast May 15 · Ep 181 Finding a Writing Retreat with Lisa ShaughnessyJoin me today as I talk with Lisa Shaughnessy, founder of the Writing Retreat Sampler. Lisa has taken it upon herself to not only find the writing retreats offered around the world, but to interview the hosts and bring all the links to one place, WritingRetreatSampler.com so that writers can have a better way of discovering the writing retreat for them! You can find interviews from the past and sign up to hear interviews from future writing retreat hosts (including me in July!) at her website https://writingretreatsampler.com/ You have one more day to sign up for the Write With Us! online retreat live. If it has passed, you can purchase the full seven workshops as a course here. Want to support the show? Go here: https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show/ Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. Find the transcription for this episode here.0 comments0
- Ep 180SubPlots and Questions AnsweredWelcome to Pencils&Lipstick! This week we are answering some questions I get as well as talking about subplot characters. Check out Lisa Cron's Wired for Story and Story Genius . Also John Truby's The Anatomy of Story . And Save the Cat . Sign up for the Write With Us online retreat! Want to support the show? Go here: https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show/ Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. Find the transcription for this episode here.0 comments0
- Ep 179 The Dream to Write with Chris K JonesChris K Jones decided to give it all up for his dream to write a story. What he found was that it wasn't as easy as we all think it is. But after researching, courses and much perserverance Chris finished his first book. And now? He's caught the bug and is writing another! Come hear about his journey to writing, marketing and learning this new business pursuit called being an author. Find out more about Chris K Jones here. Sign up for the Write With Us! online retreat here. Check out Plottr here. Want to support the show? Go here: https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show/ Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. Find the transcription for this episode here.0 comments0
- Ep 178 Mastering Author NewslettersToday we're talking about Author Newsletters. Why? Because I still have seasoned authors ask me why I feel so strongly that they need one. I break down why I think you should have one and go over the items you need from the beginning to have a successful author newsletter. Check out my mini author newsletter course here. https://pencilsandlipstick.com/author-newsletter In the course I break down exactly how to set one up, what to put in it, how to use BookFunnel and StoryOriginapp, what a lead magnet it, what to talk about PLUS you get access to my PDFs Author Email Ideas and Lead Magnet Ideas for Authors included. I can't say enough about how much I love the Author Accelerator program! If you want to know more about becoming a book coach, click on my affiliate link here: https://katcaldwell.com/fiction-certificate Want to support the podcast? You can support the podcast at https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show/ Sign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @pencilsandlipstick or on Twitter @PencilLipstick Find the transcription for this episode here.0 comments0
- Ep 177 Teaching Writing and Book Coaching with Jennie NashWhat does it take to be a book coach? Do you have to be a writer to understand writing? Jennie Nash doesn't think so. After teaching writing for years as a professor, Jennie decided the way we teach writing. I can't say enough about how much I love the Author Accelerator program! If you want to know more about becoming a book coach, click on my affiliate link here: https://katcaldwell.com/fiction-certificate Want to support the podcast? You can support the podcast at https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show/ Sign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @pencilsandlipstick or on Twitter @PencilLipstick Find the transcription for this episode here.0 comments0
- Ep 176 Selling Nonfiction Books as an Indie AuthorThis week I'm talking with Marc Reklau about writing nonfiction books as an indie author.His book 30 Days: Change Your Habits, Change Your Life is a great nudge into life-changing habits which are great to make as an author. Find out more about Marc on his website https://www.marcreklau.com Want to support the podcast? You can check out ProWriting Aid with my affiliate link: https://katcaldwell.com/prowritingaid You can support the podcast at https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show/ Sign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @pencilsandlipstick or on Twitter @PencilLipstick Find the transcription for this episode here.0 comments0
- Pencils&Lipstick podcast Apr 3 · Ep 175 Refining Your MC's PersonalityToday we're going to look at the Big 5 personality types to help us define and refine who our characters are (and how they should react to different forms of stress.) You can find the notes for the show here: https://katcaldwell.com/Big5 Want to check out ProWritingAid? Get there through my affiliate link here: https://prowritingaid.com/?afid=21405 Want to support the podcast? You can support the podcast at https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show/ Sign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @pencilsandlipstick or on Twitter @PencilLipstick Find the transcription for this episode here.0 comments0
- EP 174 Traditional Publishing and Writing Retreats with David RocklinDavid Rocklin is a traditionally publish writer who s coming out with his third book. We talk about how he comes up with the premise and characters of his books, why he has chosen to run writing retreats, what it is like to be traditionally published and what keeps him going as a writer. You can find out more about David on his website. http://davidrocklinauthor.com/ Want to know more about Magic Mind? It's how I'm lowering my coffee intake. Go to https://www.magicmind.co/pencilsandlipstick And get up to 56% off your subscription for the next 10 days with my code PENCILSLIPSTICK I can't say enough about how much I love the Author Accelerator program! If you want to know more about becoming a book coach, click on my affiliate link here: https://katcaldwell.com/fiction-certificate Want to support the podcast? You can support the podcast at https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show/ Sign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @pencilsandlipstick or on Twitter @PencilLipstick Find the transcription for this episode here.0 comments0
- Ep 173 Thrillers. Plotting and Writing Craft with Plot Master Troy LambertTroy Lambert is a serial Thriller writer. With 30 novels under his belt and many more edited by him, Troy knows what makes a story work. Today he and I talk about how he got into writing, how he learned the ropes around writing and how he has kept his career going for so long. Find more about Troy Lamber at TroyLambertWrites.com Find out more about thought my referral link at Plottr. Go to https://www.magicmind.co/pencilsandlipstick And get up to 56% off your subscription for the next 10 days with my code PENCILSLIPSTICK Want to watch the interview? Watch it on YouTube here https://youtu.be/2Haaz7IffsI Want to support the show? Go here: https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show/ Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. Find the transcription for this episode here.0 comments0
- EP 172 Body Language and Emotional Description with Stacy JubaDo you struggle with writing new and fresh body language and emotional description in your stories? Today Stacy Juba is bringing us some tips to freshen and liven up our character's emotions. Don't miss it! Attend Stacy's free mastermind here. Find more about Stacy's courses here. Want to support the show? Go here: https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show/ Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. Find the transcription for this episode here.0 comments0
- Ep 171 Craft Book Anthologies with Emma DhesiEmma Dhesi is my guest this week to talk about Launch Pad: The Countdown to Writing Your Book. It's a collaborative craft book between Emma Dhesi and Grace Sammon to help writers write their best book. Grace and Emma chose 11 other writers to write one chapter each to create this book plus a 10 Countdown PDF for writers to use to put into practice everything in each chapter. I was asked to write about Character Development and you can download here: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/6bpe78uj52 Want to support the show? Go here: https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show/ Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. Find the transcription for this episode here.0 comments0
- Ep 170 Character-First Writing with Daniel David WallaceMy guest this week is Daniel David Wallace! I'm so excited to have him on. I've been part of his amazing summits as a participant and guest speaker. Every time I listen to him, I learn something new about story and the process of writing. Find out more about Daniel here. His next summit is Perfect Your Process, is coming soon: March 24th to 27th. Find Launch Pad: The Countdown to Writing Your Book www.LaunchPadCountdown.com or www.LaunchPadRadio.com. Want to support the show? Go here: https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show/ Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter.0 comments0
- Pencils&Lipstick podcast Feb 20 · Ep 169 The 5 Secrets to Facebook Ads with Carlene KelseyCarlene Kelsey has been working with digital ads for years and knows the secrets about how to spend your money wisely and get returns on your ads. She joins us today to tell us 5 rarely talked about secrets about posting Facebook ads (and Instagram) and what you need to do before running your ads. Sign up for Carlene's free Facebook Ad Blueprint freebie: https://desertdigitaladgroup.com/ad-blueprint/ This Facebook Ad Blueprint arms you with the Important information you need to know! FB ads can be exactly what your business needs to grow, scale, get new leads and prospects. There is a lot to consider, and paid ads can be scary and complicated. This Blueprint is just what you need to get started with paid ads, or to improve your existing campaigns. Check out more about Carlene at her website: https://desertdigitaladgroup.com/ Want to join a workshop? https://katcaldwell.com/workshops-2023/ Want to support the show? Go here: https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show/ Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. Find the transcription for this episode here.0 comments0
- EP 168 Creating Book Graphics with Book BrushKathleen Sweeney is the Customer Service Manager & Marketing Lead at BookBrush.com. Today she tells us about Book Brush, their dedication to indie authors, how we can use it and the latest features being added. To see more in video format, check out these Book Brush youtube links: Create a BOOKMARK in Book Brush in Just a Few Minutes! Create Great GIVEAWAY Graphics with the Book Brush Tools! Now Creating Duplicate 3D Book Templates is EASY in Book Brush Book Cover Creation is SUPER EASY with a Community Template Find the Book of the Week And I Was Like November by Rachael Biggs. Sign up to put your book on Book of the Week. Want to support the show? Go to https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. Find the transcription for this episode here.0 comments0
- Ep 167 Editing Tips with EditElleEdit Elle is my guest this week and we bring you all a well rounded conversation about editing, why a writer might need an editor, what makes a good editor and we talk about spicing up your settings (with live examples!). You can find out more about Elle at https://editelle.com/. Sign up for the Author Platform webinar: https://www.bookcoaches.com/bookcoachlove Want to support the show? Go here: https://pencilsandlipstick.com/supporttheshow Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. Find the transcription for this episode here.0 comments0
- Ep 167 Learning Storytelling thru Theater with Jack CanforaJack Canfora is an actor and screenwriter. He has won two Edgerton Playwriting Awards, for Jericho (2010) and The Source (2018). He won the 2016 Webby Award for Best Writing in a Web Series. Watch the pilot here: www.thesmalltimeseries.com . We talk screenwriting, storytelling and dialogue this show. Find more about Jack at https://www.jackcanforawriter.com/ See New Normal Rep plays at https://www.NewNormalRep.org. See Jericho for free at https://www.newnormalrep.org/bonus and use the code NNR2022. Want to support the show? Go here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PencilsLipstick Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. Find the transcription here.0 comments0
- Ep 166 Book Marketing with AuthorsXP with Amy VansantAmy Vansant started AuthorsXP.com, a website dedicated to helping authors promote their books and build their audience. Authors can find newsletter buidlers, giveways, facebook ad help, reviews, beta readers and more at AuthorsXP.com. Today Amy tells us how she started it, how the site has grown and what new items are coming for indie authors. If you haven't tried it, you should! Want to support the show? Go here: https://pencilsandlipstick.com/support-the-show Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter.0 comments0
- Ep 164 NoTimeWriter with Daria WhiteDaria White is a writer of sweet romance, christian ficiton and cozy mysteries. With over ten novels she knows what it takes, and doesn’t take, to get that book written. Which is why she started the group NoTimeWriter Mentorship program to give writers the support and encrouagement they need to write and finish their book! Find out more about Daria and her courses, podcast and NoTimeWriter mentorship here. Wnat to become a book coach? Check out Author Accelerator here. Want to support the show? Go here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PencilsLipstick Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers’ newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers’ newsletter.0 comments0
- Pencils&Lipstick podcast Jan 9 · 1h 7m Ep 163 Use Plottr to Outline Your BookYou know I’ve struggled with outlining my novels, so when Plottr offered to come on Pencils&Lipstick and talk me through their software, of course I said, “Yes!” This week Troy talks all things outlinging, plotting, and even editing using Plottr. He’s sold on the product and has been their teaching guy for a few years now so he knows what he’s talking about. If you’re struggling with outlinging your book, take a listen and see if Troy can convert you. I used it as a back outlining input and I have to say, I liked it. It showed a chapter hole, just like Troy talks about in the interview. Try out Plottr for free for 14 days! https://plottr.com/ Want to support the show? Go here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PencilsLipstick Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers’ newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers’ newsletter.0 comments0
- EP 162WriteItScared with Stacy FrazerToday I talk with Stacy Frazer, a fellow Author Acclerator Book Coach, about the key things a writer needs in their manuscript, about her webinar and much more! Stacy Frazer is a formerly repressed creative soul turned speculative fiction writer, YA fantasy author, Author Accelerator certified book coach, and the founder of Write It Scared. Her mission is to help fiction writers let go of the self-doubt spiral and find clarity and confidence in their stories so they can finish their books. Stacy firmly believes that the only creative license required to write a novel is one's lived experience and that you can learn all the tools to craft a book that makes you proud! When not writing, reading, or working with writers, you can find Stacy hanging with her daughter or on the trail with her big goofy labrador, Gus Gus. To connect with Stacy, please visit her website: www.writeitscared.co. You can also email her at Stacy@writeitscared.co or follow her on Instagram @WriteitScared. Find the Time Management Blueprint here. Want to support the show? Go here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PencilsLipstick Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter.0 comments0
- Ep 162 Checklist to Edit Your ScenesThey say to delete your darlings, but how do you know what is a darling? How can you decided which scenes to keep and which scenes to delete? In this show we'll go through simpel ways to look at the scene and decide is it's a keeper or it needs to be tossed. You can get the worksheet here. Want to support the show? Go here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PencilsLipstick Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter.0 comments0
- Ep 161 Screenwriting, short stories and being a writer with Rachael BiggsRachael Biggs is an author, screenwriter, copywriter and journalist. She studied creative writing at UBC, UCLA, and with masters of the craft Syd Field and Robert McKee. In 2016 she earned a screenwriting diploma from Vancouver Film School with a focus on television. Her memoir Yearning for Nothings and Nobodies debuted to critical acclaim and was adapted for the screen as Behind the Eight Ball. She is a frequent contributor to print and on-line publications and her short fiction appears regularly in literary magazines including Door is a Jar, Angel City Review and Charge Magazine. She divides her time between Vancouver and Los Angeles. And I Was Like November is available for pre-sale now, and pubs January 31, 2023. Kindlepreneur blog Words to Avoid in Writing blog post. https://kindlepreneur.com/words-to-avoid-in-writing/ Want to support the show? Go here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PencilsLipstick Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter.0 comments0
- Ep 160 Passionate Green Writing with Denise BadenI'm happy to have Denise Baden back on the show this week to talk about all the projects she had going on, namely writing fiction for the COP27 summit in Egypt! Denise came on a year ago to talk about her novel, Habitat Man, which offered some gentle solutions that the average person could implement in regards to helping fight against climate change. This year we talk full novel competitions, collecting stories for an anthology and more! You can learn more about Denise at https://www.dabaden.com Find No More Fairy Tales: Stories to Save Our Planet. If you want more information about the novel contect or to submit your novel, please go here.https://www.greenstories.org.uk Want to learn more about becoming a book coach? I recommend Author Acclerator. Check them out here. Want to support the show? Go here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PencilsLipstick Looking for tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling? Join my writers' newsletter! https://www.subscribepage.com/katcaldwellnewsletter Want more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I’m reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter.0 comments0
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