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Amie Kaufman On Writing

Amie Kaufman On Writing

Amie Kaufman

New York Times and internationally bestselling author Amie Kaufman answers one question each week about writing craft. Full of practical tips and an exercise each week, this is a show for writers, for readers who want a backstage look at how their favourite authors craft their stories, or for creative writing classrooms.
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Amie Kaufman On Writing - Co-Authoring Disagreements (Season 3, Episode 10)
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05/09/22 • 17 min

I get a lot of questions about co-authoring, and so I'm dedicating the last three episodes of the season to answering them. This week’s question is by far the most frequently asked question I get about co-authoring. What to do when you and your co-author disagree?

You can find a transcript of this episode on my website. You can also sign up for my newsletter there, which is full of information about upcoming releases and events, and my other podcast, Pub Dates, which will take you behind the scenes on my upcoming novel The Isles of the Gods.

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Amie Kaufman On Writing - How Co-Authoring Works (Season 3, Episode 9)
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05/04/22 • 8 min

I get a lot of questions about co-authoring, and so I'm dedicating the last three episodes of the season to answering them. If you missed last week’s episode, it was about the practicalities of preparing to co-author a book. This week, I’m talking about the writing itself. A transcript of this episode is available on my website. You can sign up for my newsletter there, which is full of information about upcoming releases and events, and my other podcast, Pub Dates, which will take you behind the scenes on my upcoming novel The Isles of the Gods.
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Amie Kaufman On Writing - Preparing for Co-authoring (Season 3, Episode 8)
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04/26/22 • 8 min

The most frequent questions I get are about how co-authoring works. So I’m going to devote the last three episodes of this season to co-authoring, answering one question each week. This episode kicks us off with some advice on how to set up a co-authoring relationship for success from the outset.

A transcript of this episode is available on my website. You can sign up for my newsletter there, which is full of information about upcoming releases and events, and my new podcast, Pub Dates, which will take you behind the scenes on my upcoming novel The Isles of the Gods.

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Amie Kaufman On Writing - Choosing First or Third Person POV (Season 3, Episode 5)
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03/28/22 • 11 min

Let's talk about point of view. What's the difference between first and third person, and how does a novel change depending on which you choose?

A transcript of this episode is available on my website, as well as info about my books and how to sign up for my newsletter. That's also where you can find out more about my new podcast, Pub Dates, which will take you behind the scenes on my upcoming novel The Isles of the Gods.

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Amie Kaufman On Writing - Plotters and Pantsers (Season 3, Episode 1)
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02/28/22 • 12 min

Welcome to Season 3! To kick us off we have a question about plotters and pantsers. We often say that writers fall on a continuum from plotter at one end, all the way to pantser at the other. What do these terms actually mean and which approach works best?

You can find a transcript of this episode at my website, where you can also subscribe to my newsletter, get behind-the-scenes peeks at how I write, and any other news about new books, events or the podcast. You can also submit a question for the podcast on my website. You can find me on Twitter or Instagram. And you can find my new podcast, Pub Dates, wherever you listen to your favourite shows.

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Abby Ranger is a brilliant editor. Over the years, she's worked at HarperCollins, Disney-Hyperion, and Scholastic, with a who's who of authors. In fact, she was my editor on my first book, These Broken Stars. She's smart, insightful, and she doesn't just make your current book better - she teaches you to make all of your future books better too. In this episode, she's going to share tips for setting yourself up for success in editing your novel.

You can find out more about Abby at her website.

I'm thrilled to introduce my new podcast, Pub Dates, a collaboration with my friend (and this show's producer) Kate Armstrong. To hear an introduction to the show, simply search for Pub Dates wherever you listen to podcasts. Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss episodes when they start dropping in 2022.

You can find me at my website – you can subscribe to my newsletter there, for behind-the-scenes peeks at how I write, and any other news about new books, events or the podcast. You can also submit a question for the podcast there. You can find me on Instagram at @AmieKaufmanAuthor or on Twitter at @AmieKaufman.

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When I asked you all who you’d like a guest episode from in our break between seasons, today’s guest was a very popular answer. I think Jay’s sense of storytelling is incredible, and when I saw today’s question in the mailbag about what makes for a satisfying ending, I knew I wanted you to hear from him.

You can find Jay on Twitter or on Instagram at @misterkristoff or at his website. If you loved this advice, you’re going to love his latest, Empire of the Vampire, which is out right now!

You can find me at my website – you can subscribe to my newsletter there, for behind-the-scenes peeks at how I write, and any other news about new books, events or the podcast. You can also submit a question for the podcast there. You can find me on Instagram at @AmieKaufmanAuthor or on Twitter at @AmieKaufman.

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Amie Kaufman On Writing - Writing Unreliable Narrators (Season 2, Episode 10)
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06/07/21 • 8 min

You can find a transcript of this episode at my website, where you can also subscribe to my newsletter, get behind-the-scenes peeks at how I write, and any other news about new books, events or the podcast. You can also submit a question for the podcast on my website. You can find me on Twitter or Instagram.

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Amie Kaufman On Writing - How To Get That Draft Finished (Season 2, Episode 9)
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05/31/21 • 9 min

You can find a transcript of this episode at my website, where you can also subscribe to my newsletter, get behind-the-scenes peeks at how I write, and any other news about new books, events or the podcast. You can also submit a question for the podcast on my website. You can find me on Twitter or Instagram.

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Amie Kaufman On Writing - Introducing: Pub Dates

Introducing: Pub Dates

Amie Kaufman On Writing

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02/15/22 • 2 min

I am thrilled to announce the new podcast I'm making with my friend, and this show's producer, Kate Armstrong. Come behind the scenes on the making of our books, The Isles of the Gods and Nightbirds, which are coming out in 2023. This is your backstage pass to our characters, our worlds, and all the stories of their making.
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How many episodes does Amie Kaufman On Writing have?

Amie Kaufman On Writing currently has 46 episodes available.

What topics does Amie Kaufman On Writing cover?

The podcast is about Fiction, Reading, Writing, Author, Podcasts, Books, Arts, Advice and Tips.

What is the most popular episode on Amie Kaufman On Writing?

The episode title 'How Co-Authoring Works (Season 3, Episode 9)' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Amie Kaufman On Writing?

The average episode length on Amie Kaufman On Writing is 10 minutes.

How often are episodes of Amie Kaufman On Writing released?

Episodes of Amie Kaufman On Writing are typically released every 7 days, 1 hour.

When was the first episode of Amie Kaufman On Writing?

The first episode of Amie Kaufman On Writing was released on Aug 16, 2020.

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