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Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time

Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time

Megan O'Russell

Join author Megan O'Russell in this candid, humor-filled glimpse into the creation of a new book series, starting at page one. You're invited to step into the real-time writing process as Megan weaves fae, shifters, witches, and seers into her latest young adult fantasy novel: Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer. No second drafts allowed. No untwisting love triangles. No bringing characters back to life.
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Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time - Page by Page: The Hot Ones Episode

Page by Page: The Hot Ones Episode

Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time

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12/31/24 • 49 min

Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as Young Adult author Megan O’Russell creates her newest paranormal mystery, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time.

In this HOT in-between-isode, we revisit chapters 1 through 20 while eating some of the spiciest hot sauce on the planet. It’s a great introduction to Laureldale for those of you who are new to the podcast and a wonderful refresher for those of you who have been with us since the beginning! Plus, you get to hear us squirm.

For the video of this episode (which we HIGHLY recommend), be sure to head to YouTube by clicking here!

Thank you for listening!


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Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time - Chapter 36

Chapter 36

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04/22/25 • 74 min

Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time.

In this week’s episode, we read chapter thirty-six. Join us as Ella awakens in a strange place, bound to a metal chair...

Want to support Ella and Megan on Kickstarter? Follow this link! (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/meganorussell/sketchbook-of-a-wayward-seer)

Thanks for reading!

Want to join the ARC team? Click here and sign up for access to all paid content for free, no strings attached! (https://forms.gle/GuPVQZExGpBM1Txc9)


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Times are...strange. 

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell discusses the scary place that is the world right now and how the pandemic has affected the way we experience entertainment. Including Tiger King. Yep...

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Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time - Big Budget, Bad Choices: Lines That Shouldn't Have Made It Through Edits
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04/13/20 • 11 min

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell discusses how some unfortunate lines can make it through edits and right onto your TV screen.
If you've ever felt bad about your contributions to art and life in general, this episode is for you.
Warning: There will be comedy ahead.
P.S.
As mentioned at the top of the show, grab your free copy of When Worlds Begin by visiting https://books2read.com/whenworldsbegin now through April 20th.


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Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time - Reader Fatigue: Why It's OK to Reread/Rewatch Your Favorites

Reader Fatigue: Why It's OK to Reread/Rewatch Your Favorites

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09/14/20 • 6 min

Having trouble diving into a new book series? Don't feel up to watching that new movie everyone's talking about?

As someone who's suffering from a reading drought herself, Megan O'Russell promises you're not alone.

Check out this week's episode, because science says re-bingeing your favorite series can be healthy.


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Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time - Pivoting to Find Your Path: An Interview with Victoria Gilbert

Pivoting to Find Your Path: An Interview with Victoria Gilbert

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08/31/20 • 33 min

On this episode of A Book and A Dream, meet Victoria Gilbert: author of YA Fantasy Crown of Ice and Cozy Mystery A Murder for the Books.
From switching careers to diving into a new genre, Victoria has perfected the pivot that drives success.
Links Mentioned in Podcast
Website/blog: http://victoriagilbertmysteries.com/
Facebook author page: https://www.facebook.com/VictoriaGilbertMysteryAuthor/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoriagilbertauthor
Twitter: https://twitter.com/VGilbertauthor
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/victoriagil5582/
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/VictoriaGilbert
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4J0jvZ-D0NVF9Qv7H2ua8Q
Delta Goodrem's Enough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFsmz9SpZHE


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Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time - Top Five Pieces of (Contradictory) Writing Advice

Top Five Pieces of (Contradictory) Writing Advice

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08/24/20 • 15 min

What's worse than too many cooks in the kitchen? Too much advice for the author.

Here are a few of Megan's favorite (contradictory) pieces of advice she's heard again and again.
Be sure to check out the Girl of Glass audiogram by visiting the following link: https://youtu.be/SRj8L1vYcDs


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Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time - Perception is Reality: How POV Shapes the World in Fiction

Perception is Reality: How POV Shapes the World in Fiction

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08/03/20 • 16 min

First person? Third person?

One perspective? A cast of characters each seeing the world their own way?

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell explores the many angles and choices an author must make when writing a book, and explains how the perfect strategy for one project may not work for the next series.


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Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time - Have You Heard: The Difference Between Audible and Your Local Library
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10/27/20 • 14 min

Audiobooks may be the wave of the future, but there are hurdles indie authors need to conquer first.
If you enjoy audiobooks, especially if you are an Audible member, this episode is important for your listening future.
The path to great listening experiences is paved by the work of authors and narrators. If you want great audiobooks to continue to be produced, please remember the end of this story will be written by the listeners.


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Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time - Writing What You Know

Writing What You Know

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02/24/20 • 13 min

Ever heard the phrase "write what you know"? Ever wonder if some of your favorite authors heeded that advice and to what extreme?
In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell shares some of her favorite (sometimes ludicrous) real-life encounters and how she wove those moments into her stories, and wonders what would happen if we could ask big name authors about their real-world inspiration.


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How many episodes does Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time have?

Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time currently has 119 episodes available.

What topics does Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time cover?

The podcast is about Society & Culture, Personal Journals, Podcasts and Arts.

What is the most popular episode on Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time?

The episode title 'Battling Imposter Syndrome and Claiming Your Victories' is the most popular.

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The average episode length on Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time is 31 minutes.

How often are episodes of Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time released?

Episodes of Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time are typically released every 7 days.

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The first episode of Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time was released on Dec 9, 2019.

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