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  • Interview with Marcus Cook

    Interview with Marcus Cook
    2024/09/11
    What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we talk to Marcus Cook about:
    1. What made him start writing?
    2. What made him decide to start with Ava?
    3. How he handles reviews and feedback?
    4. How he deals with writer's block?
    5. Importance of research for a book
    6. What type of writer is he?
    7. His influences
    8. The publishing process for him
    9. Is he active in writing challenges right now?
    10. Biggest challenge in writing a book
    11. Does he write dedications?
    12. Alpha/Beta Readers
    13. Biggest learning curve
    14. What not to do when it comes to readers
    15. Does he use motivational quotes?
    16. Other genres he'd like to write in
    17. A message in the novel/a message for other writers
    18. Marketing
    19. Contracts with the publisher
    20. Plagiarism
    21. Book tour/where to find the book & Marc
    ...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey.

    You can find A Chance in Hell: An Ava Edison Heist: Amazon

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    47 分
  • ChatGPT, Write Me a Short Story

    ChatGPT, Write Me a Short Story
    2024/09/04
    What up, Pickles?! We have another fantastic episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss:
    1. Is it ok to use AI to write a story? - Chapt. 1
      1. Are there laws prohibiting you from using an AI-generated story as your own and publishing it?
      2. Can you be discredited for publishing an AI-generated story?
    2. Should you use ChatGPT for writing competitions? - Chapt. 2
    3. The best way to utilize ChatGPT for writing - Chapt. 3
      1. Write the outline for your story.
      2. Give you writing prompts or story ideas to clear up writer’s block.
      3. Just for fun for stories to read.

    ...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey.

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    35 分
  • Season 2 Finale!

    Season 2 Finale!
    2024/03/06
    What up, Pickles?! We have another fantastic episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we recap all of Season 2! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey.

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  • Time to Compete - Part 2

    Time to Compete - Part 2
    2024/02/28
    What up, Pickles?! We have another fantastic episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss:
    1. Getting into writing competitions
      1. Pros
        1. Feedback from multiple and credible judges.
        2. Keep your writing chops wet.
        3. Learning time management.
        4. Build your portfolio.
        5. Engage in critical thinking.
        6. Potentially receive rewards (prizes & awards).
      2. Cons
        1. Being ripped off
        2. Time constraints that you maybe can’t meet.
        3. High volume of competitors
        4. Critiques could be rushed and limit valuable criticisms.
        5. Setting limitations on your story
    2. How to find competitions
    3. Be wary of very high fees
    4. Don’t limit yourself on how many competitions you enter.

    ...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey.

    Resource links: Reedsy, Writing Battle, Writers' Playground, NYC Midnight, The Write Life, Poets & Writers

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    48 分
  • Time to Compete - Part 1

    Time to Compete - Part 1
    2024/02/22
    What up, Pickles?! We have another fantastic episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss:
    1. When in your writing journey should you enter writing contests?
    2. How to prep for competitions
    3. Fix these mistakes before entering a competition
      1. Writing styles
      2. Use homophones
      3. Check grammatical errors
      4. Check spelling mistakes
      5. Be aware of proper cohesion and alignment
    4. The psychology behind writing competitions

    ...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey.

    Resource links: https://pageturnerawards.com/writing-contests

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    51 分
  • Become a Group(ie)!

    Become a Group(ie)!
    2024/02/14
    What up, Pickles?! We have another fantastic episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss:
    1. The importance of joining a writers group.
      1. Pros
        1. Collective consciousness (writers who collaborate together tend to lift other writers up)
        2. Comfort in sharing your story and receiving constructive criticism.
        3. The opportunity to bounce ideas off of your new friends and receive valid feedback.
      2. Cons
        1. Getting into the wrong groups
        2. Becoming dependent on your groups to further your story
        3. Overly harsh critiquing members can become a nuance
        4. Writers pride (in a group all writers are equals, but some think they stand at higher standards)
    2. Constructive critique by Erik & Justin

    ...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey.

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    56 分
  • Our Guest, Tina Holland!

    Our Guest, Tina Holland!
    2024/02/07
    What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we talk to Tina Holland about:
    1. What made her start writing and why romance?
    2. What inspires her to write?
    3. What goals do she set for herself when starting a new story, and how do she set or meet these goals?
    4. Is there a part of the writing process she dislikes or even dread?
    5. What's her favorite part of the writing process?
    6. If she had to choose only one of the following elements while writing a story, which would she choose: world-building or character development, and why?
    7. What's the hardest thing for her about getting published, and does she have any secrets on how to score a meeting with publishers?
    ...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey.

    Check out Tina Holland and her work at: www.tinaholland.com

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    38 分
  • Congrats! You’re Signed…Now What?

    Congrats! You’re Signed…Now What?
    2024/01/31
    What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss:
    1. Editing by publisher
    2. Cover design & book production
    3. Marketing
      1. Self-Publishing
      2. Traditionally Published
        1. Press releases
        2. Social media
        3. Get book signing gigs
          1. Where to book signing gigs?
        4. Get on podcasts & other interview options (blogs, vlogs, etc.)
    4. Write a thank you letter to your agent and publisher
    5. Keep writing
      1. Writing competitions
      2. Short stories
      3. Journaling

    ...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey.

    Great sources for writers:
    Writers Digest
    Reedsy

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    40 分