Just Keep Writing

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A podcast for writers, by writers, to keep you writing

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Friday Oct 30, 2020

Episode 46 - Master of Genres: Dan Wells

Friday Oct 30, 2020

This week, Marshall, Nick, and Wil interview Dan Wells! They talk about his career writing across multiple genres, Writing Excuses, collaborative storytelling and so much more. Before the interview, the guys are joined by Brent Lambert to talk about FIYAH Con and several virtual conventions they’ve attended.

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Friday Oct 16, 2020

Episode 45 - Mastering Plot Twists Feat. Brent Lambert (Part 1)

Friday Oct 16, 2020

This week, Marshall, Nick, and Wil sit down with Brent Lambert to discuss chapter one of Mastering Plot Twists by Jane K. Cleland.

Books mentioned during the show:

“Mastering Plot Twists” - Jane Cleland

Lord of the Rings - J.R.R. Tolkien

“Elf Stones of Shanara” - Terry Brooks

“Wishsong of Shanara” - Terry Brooks

“Sword of Shannara” - Terry Brooks

“Dawn” - Octavia Butler

“Shadows of the Apt” Adrian Tchaikovsky

“Bonds of Brass” - Emily Skrutskie

Drizzt series - R.A. Salvatore

“Red Rising” - Pierce Brown

Rise of the Ranger - Phillip C. Quaintrell

Buffy the Vampire Slayer - TV Series

“Six of Crows” - Leigh Bardugo

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Friday Oct 02, 2020

Episode 44 - FIYAH Magazine: Brent Lambert

Friday Oct 02, 2020

This week, Marshall, Nick, and Wil sit down with the social media maven for FIYAH Lit Magazine, Brent Lambert. They discuss his writing career so far, and his journey with FIYAH Magazine and the forthcoming FIYAH Con.

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Friday Sep 18, 2020

Episode 43 - Riverland: Fran Wilde

Friday Sep 18, 2020

This week, Marshall, Nick, and Wil interview Fran Wilde, author of Riverland. They talk about her career as an author, a teacher, take a deep dive into her portal fantasy, Riverland, and so much more!

Links mentioned during the show:

Cooking the Books Podcast

Buy “Riverland” here (hardcover) or Pre-Order Paperback - Book Shop

Order “Ship of Stolen Words” by Fran Wilde

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Friday Sep 04, 2020

Episode 42 - And Then There Were None

Friday Sep 04, 2020

This week, Marshall, Nick, and Wil take a deep dive into Agatha Christie’s “And Then There Were None.” Note: Major spoilers for the novel!

Links mentioned during the show:

Save the Cat! Writes a Novel

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Friday Aug 21, 2020

Episode 41 - Godhunter: Suyi Davies Okungbowa

Friday Aug 21, 2020

This week, Marshall, Nick, and Wil sit down with the author of David Mogo Godhunter, Suyi Davies Okungbowa! They discuss his writing career, his time in the States, and the future of his already amazing career.

Links mentioned during the show:

Indiebound - Find David Mogo: God Hunter.

Suyi Davies Okungbowa

Jabberwocky

Dune Song - Suyi Davies (Apex Magazine Issue 120)

How to support BLM Organizations

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Friday Aug 07, 2020

Episode 40 - Toolbox

Friday Aug 07, 2020

This week, Marshall, Nick, and Wil discuss virtual events they’ve recently attended, their latest author interviews, and an approach to novel critiques.

Show Topic: Critiques

Links mentioned during the show:

Save the Cat! Writes a Novel

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Friday Jul 24, 2020

Episode 39 - The Usual Suspect: Maurice Broaddus

Friday Jul 24, 2020

This week, Marshall, Nick, and Wil take a deep dive into the career of Maurice Broaddus. In three words, he describes his career as “angry, miraculous, perseverance.” We also talk to Maurice about his first middle-grade novel “The Usual Suspects.” With inspiration from his own children, his siblings, and his career as a middle school teacher, Maurice blends the perfect balance of mystery and tackling current societal problems.

Links mentioned during the show:

www.mauricebroaddus.com

Surrey International Writers Conference

Find Maurice at a local bookstore!

Mary Robinette “Relentless Moon.”

Suyi Davies

Apex Magazine

Apex Magazine Kick Starter Page

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Friday Jul 10, 2020

Episode 38 - The Lady Astronaut: Mary Robinette Kowal

Friday Jul 10, 2020

This week, Mary Robinette Kowal joins us to talk about her career, writing process, and her upcoming novel, “The Relentless Moon.” This book is the latest in her Lady Astronaut series, and is set to release on July 14th!

Links mentioned during the show:

Mary Robinette (pre-order directly through Mary Robinette!)

The Relentless Moon (pre-order at your favorite local bookstore)

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Thursday Jun 25, 2020

Episode 37 - Pride

Thursday Jun 25, 2020

It’s Pride month! This week, Marshall, Nick, and Wil announce the official social media platforms for the podcast along with our official website! Wil, as our newest team member, interviews Marshall and Nick about science fiction/fantasy and LGBTQIA characters.

Check out our website www.justkeepwriting.org and give us a look and follow us on Instagram and Twitter!

Instagram: @justkeepwritingpodcast

Twitter: @justkeepwritin1

Topic of the Month: Pride Month! Celebrating LGBTQ authors and characters.

This Month’s Challenge: Watch the documentary “Disclosure.”

Links mentioned during the show:

Black anxiety spiked after George Floyd. So thanks for checking in, but no, I'm not OK.

FIYAH Lit Magazine

Surrey International Writers Conference

Interlude Press

Authors and Books mentioned:

Indiebound