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WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Are you a writer looking for some help and encouragement? Want to improve your writing and advance your career? Or maybe you're just getting started and don't know what you need yet. Author and teacher Kitty Bucholtz and her guests are happy to help you on the sometimes difficult and often lonely road writers travel. Learn to build your business, whether you're traditionally published or self-published, and improve your craft, regardless of where you are as an author. Together, we can write…
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- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Reaching Out with Deep Emotion: An Interview with Cynthia Ruchti
EPISODE 240I Today's guest is author and literary agent, Cynthia Ruchti. Her newest book, Facing the Dawn, has just come out with Revell. With over 30 years'…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Conflict Doesn't Have to be Torture: An Interview with Amanda Cabot
EPISODE 239I Today's guest is Amanda Cabot, bestselling author of the brand new Dreams Rekindled, book two in the Mesquite Springs series. Amanda has strong…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Give It Up For Your Writing: An Encouraging Words Episode
EPISODE 238E Not only should we "give it up for our writing" as in applaud and cheer, but sometimes we need to make choices about what we're going to give up…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Story or Die: An Interview with Lisa Cron
EPISODE 237I Today's guest is the wonderful Lisa Cron sharing with us about her new book, Story or Die: How to Use Brain Science to Engage, Persuade, and…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Music to Last a Lifetime: An Interview with John Ondrasik
EPISODE 236I Today's guest is John Ondrasik of Five For Fighting music fame. In addition to writing and performing music, John is also an inspirational…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Better Health for Better Creativity: An Interview with Jill Cruz
EPISODE 235I Today's guest is Jill Cruz, a Board-Certified Nutrition Specialist and the founder of Work with Your Nature Weight Loss. I asked Jill to help us…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
The Magic of the Emerald Isle: An Interview with Jennifer Deibel
EPISODE 234I Today's guest is Jennifer Deibel, whose debut novel, A Dance in Donegal, just came out! Jennifer tells us about life as a debut author, and how…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
If You Can’t Get Started: An Encouraging Words Episode
EPISODE 233I Since it's barely past the beginning of the year, I figure some people are having challenges in getting back into their writing on a regular…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Know Where the Bodies Are Buried: An Interview with Patricia Bradley
EPISODE 232 Today's guest is Patricia Bradley, romantic suspense author of the brand new book, Obsession. This is book two in the Natchez Trace Park Rangers…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
IngramSpark - Where Books Are Born: An Interview with Ben Hughes
EPISODE 231I Welcome to season one of 2021! We'll now produce ten episodes every quarter, plus the monthly Encouraging Words episode. With the extra time…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Dream Big: An Encouraging Words Episode
EPISODE 230E Today's short episode is packed with encouragement for your new year! Taken directly from the fabulous T-shirt I received when I attended…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
How NOT to Write a Story: An Interview with Lisa Cron
EPISODE 229I Today's guest is story coach Lisa Cron, author of Wired for Story and Story Genius, returning to the show to talk about editing your first draft…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
After the First Draft: An Interview with Ally Machate
EPISODE 228I Today's guest is Ally Machate, professional editor, expert publishing consultant, and founder of The Writer's Ally. Ally shares the steps on what…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
An Agent's Perspective: An Interview with Julie Gwinn
EPISODE 227I Today's guest is agent Julie Gwinn from The Seymour Agency. With a decade in publishing and another two in marketing, she has a great perspective…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
The Editing Team: An Interview with Elysia Whisler and Sara Megibow
EPISODE 226I In the second of five episodes all about editing, debut author Elysia Whisler and her agent Sara Megibow join us to discuss all of the aspects of…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Getting Ready For a Brand New Start: An Encouraging Words Episode
EPISODE 225E In our final Encouraging Words episode of the year, we talk about making a list of everything that has gone right this year, all the positives…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
How to Revise Your Book: An Interview with Jennie Nash
EPISODE 224I Today's guest is Jennie Nash, founder and CEO of Author Accelerator. Her book coaching clients have landed six-figure book deals with Big 5…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Writing to Make People Happy: An Interview with Hilary Galanoy
EPISODE 223I Today's guest is screenwriter Hilary Galanoy, co-writer with Elizabeth Hackett of the Netflix romantic comedies Love, Guaranteed and Falling Inn…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Blank Page to Final Draft: An Interview with Bryn Donovan
EPISODE 222I Today's guest is Bryn Donovan, author of paranormal romance as well as books for writers, whose new book just released on Tuesday. Blank Page to…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Rom-Coms and Christmas Stories: An Interview with Teri Wilson
EPISODE 221I Our guest today is award-winning author Teri Wilson, whose latest book, Christmas Charms, came out last month with Hallmark Publishing. After…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Writing with Deeper Meaning: An Interview with Davis Bunn
EPISODE 220I Today's guest is award-winning and bestselling author, Davis Bunn. His newest book, Burden of Proof, just released this week and it is awesome!…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Unity: An Encouraging Words Episode
EPISODE 219E It's always a good time to think about unity - feeling a sense of connection with others. In this Encouraging Words episode, I talk about finding…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Time to Make a Plan: An Interview with Susan May Warren
EPISODE 218I Susan May Warren is back with us today to show us her new 2021 My Brilliant Writing Planner! This is my favorite planner! And this year you have…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Writing a Page-Turning Thriller: An Interview with Rachelle Dekker
EPISODE 217I This week's guest is Rachelle Dekker, author of the new suspense book, Nine. In addition to talking about writing and the writing life, you can…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Action Adventure in Ancient History: An Interview with Bryan Litfin
EPISODE 216I Today's guest is Bryan Litfin, author of the brand new novel, The Conqueror, an action adventure story set in the time of Constantine in the third…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Before and After Photos - An Encouraging Words Episode
EPISODE 215E In this month's Encouraging Words episode, I talk about the idea of before and after photos in any area of our life. We see them all the time…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Worldbuilding with Royalty: An Interview with Rachel Hauck
EPISODE 214I Today's guest is bestselling author Rachel Hauck. Her newest book, To Love a Prince, came out in August and is book one in her new True Blue Royal…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Writing a Dual Timeline: An Interview with Amanda Cox
EPISODE 213I Today's guest is debut author, Amanda Cox. Her novel, The Edge of Belonging, came out in September and completely captured my heart! Amanda tells…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Moving From the Big Five to Indie: An Interview with Roxanne St Claire
EPISODE 212I Joining us today is bestselling romance author, Roxanne St. Claire. Rocki's latest book, Man's Best Friend, releases September 25, 2020, the day…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Novelizing True Crime: An Interview with Jennifer Dornbush
EPISODE 211I Our guest today is Jennifer Graeser Dornbush, screenwriter, author, international speaker, and forensic specialist. Her father was a medical…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Just Ask: An Encouraging Words Episode
EPISODE 210E Our Encouraging Words episode today is about reaching out when you need a word of encouragement. I posted on Facebook last week saying I need some…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
How to Write for Hallmark: An Interview with Leigh Duncan
EPISODE 209I Today's guest is Leigh Duncan, author of Hallmark's first contemporary romance series. The first two books are already available, A Simple Wedding…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Never Stop Writing: An Interview with Liz Johnson
EPISODE 208I Today's guest is Liz Johnson, author of the brand new A Dazzle of Diamonds, final book in the Georgia Coast Romance series. Liz shares her fun…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Planting and Harvesting: An Encouraging Words Episode
EPISODE 207E After eating some of the most delicious strawberries since last summer, I got to thinking about harvests - how grateful I am for the harvest of…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Hitting the Wall and Bouncing Back: An Interview with Quinton Litchfield
EPISODE 206I Today's guest is Quinton Litchfield, pastor of C3 Church in Malmö, Sweden, and 2-time burnout survivor. Quinton talks freely about how he hit the…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Cowriting the End of a Series: An Interview with Melissa Kosci
EPISODE 205I Today's guest is Melissa Kosci, co-author of the new suspense book, A Dream Within a Dream, cowritten with Mike Nappa. Melissa tells us how she…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Practicing Balance: An Encouraging Words Episode
EPISODE 204E In this weird world we live in with a pandemic going on around us, restrictions on our movements coming and going, and too many terrible things…
WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty BucholtzHistory and the Art of Storytelling: An Interview with Jeremy Dronfield
EPISODE 203I In today's episode, we hear from Jeremy Dronfield, author of The Boy Who Followed His Father into Auschwitz, and many other titles. Jeremy tells…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Understanding Life Through Story: An Interview with Susie Finkbeiner
EPISODE 202I Today's guest is Susie Finkbeiner, author of the new novel, Stories That Bind Us. We have an interesting discussion on when writing can be a…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
The Hidden Life of Us: An Encouraging Words Episode
EPISODE 201E I read this amazing book last year called The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben about how trees that are connected to each other can help…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Building a Career: An Interview with Joanna Penn
EPISODE 200!! Today’s guest is the wonderful Joanna Penn, author, podcaster, speaker, and all-around lovely lady! When I asked myself who, in my wildest happy…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
The Athlete and Writer Inside: An Interview with Sue Reynolds
EPISODE 199I Today's guest is first-time author, Sue Reynolds. In her debut book, The Athlete Inside, Sue tells how at age 60 she lost 200 pounds and began her…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Everyday People with Big Hearts: An Interview with Kristan Higgins
EPISODE 198 Today's guest is the multi-bestselling humorous women's fiction author, Kristan Higgins. Her newest book, Always the Last to Know, releases on June…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
When Life Imitates Art: An Interview with DiAnn Mills
EPISODE 197I Today’s guest is the lovely DiAnn Mills, bestselling author of the brand new romantic suspense novel, Airborne. The story of that novel coming out…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Laugh Out Loud Stories: An Interview with Bethany Turner
EPISODE 196 Our guest today is Bethany Turner, author of the hilarious new Hadley Beckett's Next Dish. If you like romantic comedies, or if you love celebrity…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
One Body, Many Parts, A Place for Everyone: An Encouraging Words Episode
EPISODE 195E In this Encouraging Words episode, I talk about how even though right now we are forced to stay at home and keep away from each other when we're…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Now Is the Time to Share Your Heart
EPISODE 194 We hear a lot about being authentic, our true selves, but what does that mean? I think of my heart as both strong and vulnerable, something that is…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Writing News You Can Use
EPISODE 193 Today's episode is a round-up of lots of interesting and fun information I've found that might help your writing career, your motivation, your…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Create Your Own New Normal
EPISODE 192 We've had a lot of "new normal" forced on us lately, but what if we take charge and create our own new normal? We're creative people, we can think…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
When Your Life Depends On It: An Interview with Brad Borkan
EPISODE 191I Today’s guest is Brad Borkan, author of When Your Life Depends On It (co-written with David Hirzel, audiobook narrated by Dennis Kleinman). Brad's…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Finding Encouragement in Tough Times: An Encouraging Words episode with Markus Watson
EPISODE 190E This month for our Encouraging Words episode, I asked my friend Markus Watson to join us. We discuss how people weren't made to be in isolation…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Self Publishing 101: An Interview with James Blatch
EPISODE 189I Today's guest is James Blatch from Mark Dawson's Self Publishing Formula talking to us about one of their online classes that's open just a couple…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Your New Normal Writing Life: An Interview with Natalie Walters
EPISODE 188I Today’s guest is romantic suspense author Natalie Walters, author of the brand new Silent Shadows coming out on March 31, 2020. Listen to the end…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
How to Have Fun When There's No Toilet Paper
EPISODE 187T Since our world has been tipped on its side from the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19), many of us find ourselves trying to make sense of a new…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
The First SPS Live Event: An Overview
EPISODE 186T This week I attended the first ever live event hosted by the Self Publishing Show podcast with Mark Dawson and James Blatch. It was awesome!!…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Writing Stories From Ancient History: An Interview with Jill Eileen Smith
EPISODE 185I Today's guest is historical fiction author Jill Eileen Smith. Jill's focus has been on Old Testament women of the Bible and, wow, does she have…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
When I Think of Snow – An Encouraging Words Episode
EPISODE 184E I had a really crappy week this past week. Lots of good moments, but days that kept ending in stress and disappointment and frustration. By the…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Burnout, Restart, and Managing Your Resources
EPISODE 183 Sometimes you hear or read similar things over and over in a short period of time. When that happens, our brains often nudge us to ask - is this…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
Self-Publishing and Greek Gods: An Interview with Kym Thurlow
EPISODE 182I Today's guest is fantasy author Kym Thurlow, writing as Eliza Raine. Kym tells us how she got started writing and why she decided to self-publish…
- WRITE NOW! Workshop Podcast: Write a Book, Change the World with Kitty Bucholtz
My Bullheaded Superhero Valentine - An EXTRA Episode
EPISODE 181 For my first EXTRA episode, I decided to have fun and read the first chapter of my short book, My Bullheaded Superhero Valentine, for your…