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The Writing Coach
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, author Kevin T. Johns speaks with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors that help writers and authors create their art, build their audience, and sell their work.
Episodes
The Writing CoachWaiting for Perfect -- The Writing Coach Episode 126
In episode #126 of The Writing Coach podcast, I discuss the concept of "waiting for perfect" in podcasting, writing, and life. During the episode, you'll…
The Writing CoachHow Long Does it Take to Write a Book? — The Writing Coach Episode 125
As a writing coach, one of the questions I'm most often asked is, "How long does it take to write a book?" It's a simple enough question, but answering it…
The Writing CoachHow to Fill in Gaps in Your Plot — The Writing Coach Episode 124
In episode #124 of The Writing Coach podcast, we explore multiple techniques for filling in gaps in your in your plot. You'll learn: How a manuscript doesn't…
The Writing CoachEmotional Availability & Choosing Yourself
In episode #123 of The Writing Coach podcast, we tackle a topic many writers are familiar with: self-doubt. You'll learn: Why writers are especially prone to…
The Writing CoachThe Writing Coach - 2022 Catch-Up
In episode 122, writing coach Kevin T. Johns shares what he has been up to since his last podcast episode, including: Why he spent his November NOT…
The Writing CoachVal Ries on How to Become a Chief Inspiration Officer
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachMia Romero on Going from Pantser to Planner
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachCarmone Harris on Where to Find Inspiration for Your Writing
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachGarry Cox on Poetry, Education, and Brain Mites
In episode #118 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with author Garry Cox. With a Masters of Education from Northern Arizona University, Garry has devoted…
The Writing CoachMichelle Cornish on Genre Hopping, Preoders, and Audio Books
In episode #11y of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with author Michelle Cornish. Michelle Cornish is a recovering CPA with a passion for stories. Writing…
The Writing CoachTyler Hammett on Movement and Nutrition for Writers
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachMichael E. Ginsberg on Harvard, the National Debt, and Working with a Book Coach
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachSusan Crossman on Writing, Publishing, and Global Peace
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachCassandra Lane on Parenthood, Race, and Self-Discovery
In episode 113 of The Writing Coach podcast, host Kevin T. Johns speaks with Cassandra Lane, award-winning memoirist and editor-in-chief of LA Parent magazine…
The Writing CoachDeryn Van Der Tang on Resiliency and Writing
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachCameron Sutter and Ryan Zee of Plottr
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachBella Mahaya Carter on Health, Hammocks, and Happy Writers
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachWill Henshall on Music, Concentration, and Productivity for Writers
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachLori Puma on Comedy, Editing, and More
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachKaren Dimmick on Book Cover Design
In episode #107 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with author and book cover designer Karen Dimmick. Karen previously appeared on episode #35 of the…
The Writing CoachJ. Thorn on Experimentation and Creativity
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachDavid Puretz on Self-Discovery Through Writing
In episode #105 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with David Puretz. David Puretz is the author of The Escapist, a debut literary fiction novel exploring…
The Writing CoachDana Kaye on Building Your Author Branch
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachDonald M. Rattner on How to Design Your Home to Stimulate Ideas and Spark Innovation
In episode #103 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with architect and author Donald M. Rattner. Donald is the author of My Creative Space: How to Design…
The Writing CoachMarc Graham on Reclaiming the Power of Myth
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachPaul Wilson on Bad Karma and Good Writing
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachCelebrating 100 Episodes of The Writing Coach Podcast
Welcome to episode #100 The Writing Coach podcast. In this special milestone episode, Kevin answers questions from listeners and clients!
The Writing CoachSydney Liu, Founder of Commaful
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachJulie Evelyn Joyce: 2019 Kobo Emerging Writer Prize Winner
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachJennifer Blanchard on How to Write Your Damn Story
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachRea Frey on the Benefits of Stepping Outside of the Rules
In episode #96 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with author Rea Frey. With a degree in creative writing from Columbia and six traditionally published…
The Writing CoachAmy Collins on How to Find an Audience
In episode #95 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with author and book marketing expert Amy Collins. Amy is the President of New Shelves Books, one of the…
The Writing CoachFred Waitzkin Shares his Creative Process
In episode #94 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with author Fred Waitzkin. Fred was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in 1943. When he was a teenager he…
The Writing CoachKit Irwin on Graphic Recording
In episode #93 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with graphic recorder, Kit Irwin. Kit creates visual representations of live events in real time to make…
The Writing CoachThe Silence of Creativity
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachJennifer Louden on Self-Compassion for Writers
In episode #91 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with Jennifer Louden. Jennifer Louden is a personal growth pioneer who helped launch the concept of…
The Writing CoachChad Allen on Hearing the Call to Help Writers
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…

The Writing CoachBarbara Kyle on How to Sell Half a Million Books
In episode #88 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with Barbara Kyle. Barbara is the author of the acclaimed Thornleigh Saga, a seven-book series of…
The Writing CoachChristmas with Write Along Radio
In episode #87 of The Writing Coach Podcast, host Kevin T. Johns revisits the Christmas episode of his old podcast, Write Along Radio. For full show notes for…
The Writing CoachSally McGraw on How Ghostwriters Capture Voice
In episode #86 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with Sally McGraw Sally McGraw is a savvy and versatile ghostwriter, editor, and copywriter with more than…
The Writing CoachRachel Sentes of Gal Friday Publicity
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachElizabeth Atkins and Catherine M. Greenspan on Diversity in Publishing
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachBlaine Bradshaw on Editing a Superior Story
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachMichelle Cornish on Writing What You Know
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachNikól Peterman on Letting Go of What's Holding You Back
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachPlatform Building and Book Marketing Tips
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachChris Well on Author Publicity and Media Outreach
In episode #79 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with publicity coach and founder of the Build Your Brand Academy Chris Well. Chris is a media veteran who…
The Writing CoachLauren Sapala, INFJ Writing Coach
In episode #78 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with Lauren Sapala. Lauren is the author of The INFJ Writer, a guide for sensitive intuitive writers, and…
The Writing CoachJennifer Blanchard on being a Multi-Passionate Author
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing Coach15 Incredible Movies about Writers and Writing
Think there aren't any good movies about writing? Think again, my friend! In episode #76 of The Writing Coach podcast, guest host, Laura Morano, and I debunk…
The Writing CoachBecome a Master Writer with Elisa Doucette
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachThe Ultimate Authorship Planner with Audrey Hughey
In episode #74 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with book marketing coach Audrey Hughey. Audrey previously appeared on the show in episode #61, where we…
The Writing Coach7 Benefits of Group Coaching for Writers
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The Writing CoachGuest Host Lori Puma Interviews Kevin T. Johns
Episode #72 of The Writing Coach podcast features our first ever guest host, Lori Puma. Lori Puma is a Story Grid Certified editor who helps writers turn first…
The Writing CoachAllison Fallon on Bringing Vulnerability to Writing
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachLisa Tener on Transforming Anger into Creativity
Welcome to The Writing Coach. On this podcast, I speak with the instructors, editors, coaches, and mentors who help writers and authors create their art, build…
The Writing CoachAngela Ackerman on Going with Your Gut
In episode #69 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with Angela Ackerman. Angela is a writing coach, international speaker, and co-author of the bestselling…
The Writing CoachHow to Spot a Publishing Scam
In episode #68 of The Writing Coach podcast, I discuss how to spot a publishing scam. It takes passion, dedications, and a massive amount of hard work to…
The Writing CoachBrooke Warner on Hybrid Publishing for Women
In episode #67 of The Writing Coach podcast, I speak with Brooke Warner. Brooke Warner is publisher of She Writes Press, founder of Warner Coaching Inc., and…