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Ink in Your Veins
How writers actually write! You might need to be a writer, but you don't need to struggle so hard. With internationally bestselling author Rachael Herron, learn how to embrace ease, reject perfectionism, and finally create your perfect writing process. (Formerly known as How Do You Write)
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Episodes
Ink in Your VeinsOn Energy Levels and Micro Habits, with Allison Boley
Allison Boley juggles teaching, writing, and a couple of chronic health conditions, so monitoring and working with her energy levels has been key in moving…
Ink in Your VeinsHarness Your Envy to Be the Writer You Were Meant to Be, with Dr. Stacy S. Kim
Have you ever felt envious of other writers? Or have you felt a bit of schadenfreude when someone is taken down? Don’t miss this necessary and wonderful…
Ink in Your VeinsOn Writing Under Any Circumstance, with Bridget Morrissey
Bridget Morrissey can write under any circumstance, including on the laptop, in the tub (respect!). Enjoy this chat about consistent word counts and investing…
Ink in Your VeinsWriting Books, 10 minutes at a time, with Ashton Lattimore
Can you really write whole books in 10 minutes at a time? Absolutely. Also discussed: leaving room for surprise (and mess!), on being reluctant to do harm to…
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Don't miss this one - they're having as much fun as ever! Sacha and Rachael talk about what's new (and old). 🎉 Refill! Kickstarter! HERE!…
Ink in Your VeinsWhat Does Writer’s Block Tell You About Your Body? with Sonido Reyes
Sonido Reyes talks about finding solutions in this episode—they’re probably closer and easier than you think! Don’t miss this incredibly uplifting convo!…
Ink in Your VeinsSurviving and Thriving on this Weird, Wild Ride, with Danielle Metcalfe-Chenail
Danielle Metcalfe-Chenail talks with Rachael about bumping against history as you research, about when existing writing routines stop working, and about…
Ink in Your VeinsOn Being Agnostic About the Outcome, with Ann Garvin
Ann Garvin shares her commitment to the journey while remaining agnostic about the outcome. She talks about being kinder to the animal that is you, learning…
Ink in Your VeinsOn Writing Essays as Self-Love, with Melissa Fraterrigo
Melissa Fraterrigo talks about journaling as a judgement-free zone, about writing never being static, and how writing about ourselves can be the finest kind of…
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Sacha and Rachael are really having fun now! ⏰ DEVELOPMENTAL EDITING SLOTS AVAILABLE (limited): http://rachaelherron.com/edit 📚 Patreon Exclusive Secret…
Ink in Your VeinsGoing from Indie to Trad with Amy Pennza
Amy Pennza talks about the ways indie differs from traditional publishing, as well as dishing about her favorite hack for getting rid of echoes in our writing!…
Ink in Your VeinsHow to Trust Your Future Self, with Naima Coster
Naima Coster talks about how to trust that future writer self, about crafting beginnings that hold the seeds of the book, and about leaving behind the pages…
Ink in Your VeinsHow to Be in Conversation with the Greats, with Dimitry Elias Léger
Dimitry Elias Léger is the author of God Loves Haiti, a finalist for the PEN Open Book Award. His writing has appeared in The New York Times, Time, Fortune…
Ink in Your VeinsRecognizing Your Personal Writing Turning Points, with Jaclyn Moriarty
Jaclyn Moriarty talks about self-doubt, the difficulty of making decisions, and the fun of figuring out time travel in this delightful chat! Jaclyn Moriarty is…
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In which Sacha talks about her SOPs for writing, and Rachael marvels at how different the two of them are 😂 🏠 Ink Village! Check it out here…
Ink in Your VeinsWriting Thrills WITH Romance, with Tiffany Crum
Tiffany Crum’s first novel is a breakout success, but it wasn’t a straight line getting there. How did she do it? She tells us here. Tiffany Crum grew up on a…
Ink in Your VeinsVerbs as the Secret Soul of Language, with Sarah L. Kaufman
If you’re wanting to make your writing stronger (immediately), don’t skip this one! Better, stronger verbs will change everything! Sarah L. Kaufman is a…
Ink in Your VeinsThe Too-Many Possibilities of a First Draft, with Meredith Doench
Meredith Doench talks about how to move forward with a first draft (even when you think you should stop) and why it might be the most important thing you do!…
Ink in Your VeinsOn Character Being King, with Ember Mae
Ember Mae talks about how to create a compelling character, and also talks about how to run a successful Kickstarter! Ember Mae writes books where found family…
Ink in Your VeinsVibes-based Chaos Writing, with Darby Bozeman
Darby Bozeman’s first book has just come out, and this is a wonderful celebration of writing on the more chaotic side! Darby Bozeman grew up in Portland…
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In which Sacha admits a productive breakdown and Rachael talks about Italy! 🏠 Ink Village! Check it out here: http://rachaelherron.com/inkvillage (New perks…
Ink in Your VeinsUnlock Your Writing by Changing the Format, with Emily Wood
Join us for this lovely episode in which Emily Wood talks about the magic of using a different format (scriptwriting!) for unlocking stuckness, as well as…
Ink in Your VeinsThe Life-Changing Magic of Risk-Taking, with Jessica Payne
What do you get when you take a huge risk? Everything. Don’t miss this delightful chat with Jessica Payne about risk, ideas, and split keyboards! Jessica Payne…
Ink in Your VeinsWhy Flow is Overrated, with Rebecca Hunter
Rebecca Hunter talks about how to keep the reader and author experience separate (don’t search that hard for flow), about dictation walks, and about the…
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In which Sacha and Rachael talk about Sacha’s move, Rachael’s upcoming trip, and intentionality! ✏️ 90 Days to Done and 90 Day Revision NOW OPEN! 🏠 Ink…
Ink in Your VeinsThe BEST Reading Tip to Strengthen Your Writing, with Laurie Frankel
Don’t miss this one, in which Laurie Frankel reveals the trick she uses while reading to aid her writing - it blew Rachael’s mind! Laurie Frankel is the New…
Ink in Your VeinsHow to Unfold Your Writing as You Go, with Meghan Cathlin
Are you a controller or a perfectionist? What if you lowered the bar, and just let it all unfold as you go, as you support yourself in your writing? Meghan…
Ink in Your VeinsHow this INCREDIBLE Book Got Published, with Portia Elan
DON’T SKIP THIS ONE! Portia Elan has written Rachael’s favorite book in recent years, and THIS is the story of how her debut novel has come to be released with…
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In which Sacha is moving (and making moves!) and Rachael is in a bit of a panic! Links mentioned re: Claude…
Ink in Your VeinsLunch Hour Writing, with Moorea Corrigan
Moorea Corrigan is a master at lunch hour writing, getting her books written on her breaks at her the publishing house where she works. She talks about done…
Ink in Your VeinsHow to Be Relentless About Protecting Your Writing Time, with Kelly Yang
Kelly Yang knows that if she lets the world get in the way of her writing, it will, so she is relentless about protecting her practice. Join us for this…
Ink in Your VeinsWriting Without Pressure, with Alicia Jo Rabins
Are you hard on yourself? Ever? You need to listen to this gorgeous chat about following the pleasure in your writing (and your life). Alicia Jo Rabins is a…
Ink in Your VeinsWho Hurt You? with Ashley Herring Blake
What’s the question that’s most useful to Ashley Herring Blake as she sets up her characters? Who hurt you? And why? And how? Follow along! Ashley Herring…
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In which we talk about being intentional! 🏠 Ink Village! Check it out here: http://rachaelherron.com/inkvillage (New perks, like editing!) 📕 OUT NOW! The Seven…
Ink in Your VeinsOn Letting Life (and Writing) Surprise you, with Maria J. Morillo
What do you do when your first book dies on sub? You write the most fun thing you can imagine, just for yourself. Maria J. Morillo tells us how! (And Rachael…
Ink in Your VeinsOn Being Precious About NOTHING, with Samantha B. Cummings and Matilda Swift
You’ll adore this episode where the Pens to Paycheck Authors wax lyrically and hilariously about all things writing, business, and mindset! Samantha B…
Ink in Your VeinsStruggling with Commitment to the Page, with Lauren Novak
Lauren Novak wrote the book she needed to read, and in this episode we talk about how to uncover your next book (or how to wait for it!) as well as asking for…
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Rachael and Sacha are planning for the new year! And Sacha's had her most stressful month ever. IMAGINE. 🤯 ✏️ 90 Days to Done NOW OPEN!…
Ink in Your VeinsThe 2 Questions that will Bring Your Scene to Life, with Virginia Kantra
Sure, you can drive the whole way there in the beam of just the headlight, but what IS that headlight, anyway? Virginia knows! New York Times bestselling…
Ink in Your VeinsHarnessing the Chaos of Writing and Launching a Book, with Jacque Gorelick
Jacque Gorelick looks at life like a pie chart — what’s going to fit, and what won’t? Don’t miss this fabulous conversation on how to rely on yourself as a…
Ink in Your VeinsKeep Looking at the Hard Questions, with Diana Hongcha
Don't look away - if you keep looking at those hard questions, the answers come. Listen as we chat about this today! Diana Hongcha is a Chinese American author…
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In which Sacha and Rachael share their words of 2026, and their thoughts about their wins and losses from 2025, and where 2026 is taking them! Hint: Sacha’s…
Ink in Your VeinsWhen Madeleine L'Engle Wrote to Me: Solo Episode with Rachael Herron
Times are hard, y'all. So here's a hopeful story. In this solo episode, Rachael shares about the time Madeleine L'Engle wrote to her. ✏️ 90 Days to Done NOW…
Ink in Your VeinsHow to Set the Angel Free, with Luke Richardson
Michelangelo said, "I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free" - How do you do that in your own work? And how do you bring a place to life…
Ink in Your VeinsWrite for Money and Power, with Amy Suto
Money AND power? We’re allowed to want those things? Heck, yes, we are. Don’t miss this dynamic conversation about how to do it! Amy Suto is a freelance memoir…
Ink in Your VeinsAnnual SHOW ME THE MONEY Episode!
💰 The Annual MONEY Episode! How did Rachael make her money in 2025 and how does she feel about it? Enjoy! ✏️ 90 Days to Done NOW OPEN!…
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Sacha and Rachael get real in their annual Lessons Learned show! Don’t miss it! Write in the Junkyard! https://rachaelherron.com/online-writing-retreat-2026/ 🏠…
Ink in Your VeinsHow to Keep Writing While Caring For a Loved One, with Donn King
Finally, someone’s written the book for creative people who need to use their time to care for loved ones. How do you set aside perfectionism and guilt? Fan…
Ink in Your VeinsA Process That Might Unlock Your Writing, with V. F. Mejia
V. F. Mejia has a process for writing that might change the way you show up for your writing! And she’s just funded her first Kickstarter, and Rachael can’t be…
Ink in Your VeinsWrite What You Love, with Lisa Dailey
Lisa Dailey had a sideways entry into writing fiction, and she’s been having a ball ever since. Don’t miss this super fun interview! Lisa Daily is one of the…
Ink in Your VeinsImagine More Deeply with Cai Emmons, via Paul Calandrino
This is one of Rachael’s favorite episodes, ever — join Paul as he tells us about Cai Emmons’s new book The Bells. Paul Calandrino is a playwright, educator…
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In which we catch up on two months! Sacha’s new goals, her amazing Shopify success, and Rachael’s new book idea (plus a challenge from Sacha). 🏠 Ink Village!…
Ink in Your VeinsGive Yourself the Dignity of Writing it Your Way, with Louisa Owen Sonstroem
I ADORE this episode, in which I talk to Louisa about making things by hand, including books! Louisa Owen Sonstroem considers garment-making skills to be…
Ink in Your VeinsHow to Start Again When it Feels Impossible, with Samantha Browning Shea
Samantha Browning Shea is an agent who knows about selling books, and we talk about how it felt when her first book didn’t sell on submission, and how she…
Ink in Your VeinsYour Fear Is Not Relevant, with Becca Syme
Becca Syme is at it again, telling us how to quit what we should quit (and how to keep going when it’s the right thing to do). Don’t miss this amazing episode!…
Ink in Your VeinsHow to Be Brave When First Publishing, with Elle Hartford
Rachael's got a new diagnosis! And a new office. (And they both start with the sound Awwww.) Listen as she takes you on that journey, and then enjoy Elle…
Ink in Your VeinsHow to Ditch Perfectionism, with Kaila Yu
In which we talk about perfectionism and how to get out from under it, as well as loving yourself as who you are. Kaila Yu is an author based in Los Angeles…
Ink in Your VeinsHow to Use Images to Prompt Your Writing, with Lorena Hughes
Rachael’s so excited to have Lorena on the show today! Lorena Hughes is the award-winning author of The Night We Became Strangers, The Queen of the Valley, The…
Ink in Your VeinsWhy It’s Good that Words Will Always Fail Us, with Livia Sara
You don’t want to miss this one, in which we talk about how art is connection (to ourselves first) and why words will always let us down (and why that’s okay)…
Ink in Your VeinsOn Surviving and Thriving in Publishing, with Dr. Zoe Shaw
This has to be one of Rachael's favorite episodes in a long time - Dr. Zoe will blow you away with the story of her path to publication! Dr. Zoe Shaw is a…