The Writing Sparrow
Sarina
The Writing Sparrow is all about writing, publishing and marketing your book, so you can go from unfinished draft to published novel no matter where you are on your indie author journey! We're here to motivate and encourage you.
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Creating Magic Systems (Part 2) with Andrew Wall
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10/16/23 • 38 min
Welcome back for Part 2 of our introduction to writing magic systems! Today, Andrew and I dive deeper into his questionnaire to help you flesh out your own magic systems.
To catch up with Andrew, find him on his website, on Facebook, and on Instagram.
NEXT WEEK: Creating Magic Systems (Part 3) with Andrew Wall
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Creating Magic Systems (Part 1) with Andrew Wall
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10/09/23 • 37 min
Welcome back, folks, to our 100th episode! *hands out cake and caffeine*
For this special milestone, I figured it was about time we talked about one of my favourite things: how to write a great, believable magic system! And because this is such a fun topic AND it's for E100 (and because Andrew and I love talking about it), we've decided to make this a 3-parter.
To catch up with Andrew, find him on his website, on Facebook, and on Instagram.
NEXT WEEK: Creating Magic Systems (Part 2) with Andrew Wall
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To find out more about Sarina and her books, visit her website, find her on Facebook, or connect with her (and the podcast!) on Discord.
Self-Publishing with Darke Conteur
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10/02/23 • 38 min
For today's episode, Darke Conteur joined me for a very overdue chat about self-publishing! We discuss why we've both chosen this path and share some things we think you should know if it tempts you, too.
To catch up with Darke, visit her website, or find her on Twitter or on YouTube.
NEXT WEEK: Creating Magic Systems (Part 1) with Andrew Wall
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To find out more about Sarina and her books, visit her website, find her on Facebook, or connect with her (and the podcast!) on Discord.
How to Organise Multiple Pen Names with Anita Primrose
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09/25/23 • 19 min
For this week's chat, I've discussed how to organise multiple pen names with Anita Primrose - something she has loads of experience with! If you're considering several pen names but are intimidated by keeping everything organised, or if you'd just like some tips, then this episode is for you!
To catch up with Anita, check out her Instagram, TikTok, and her Facebook.
NEXT WEEK: Self-Publishing with Darke Conteur
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To find out more about Sarina and her books, visit her website, find her on Facebook, or connect with her (and the podcast!) on Discord.
How to Organise Your Writing Time with Bradley Gosselin
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09/11/23 • 37 min
In today's episode, Brad and I discuss the ancient problem of never having time to write... and how you can carve out more time for yourself to get the words written.
We discuss when and how to make time, all the parts of writing that aren't writing (such as world-building or proofing audiobooks), the importance of routine, and we answer your questions from social media.
To catch up with Brad check out his website, his Facebook, and his Instagram.
NEXT WEEK: How to Write an Interactive Novel with Leia Talon
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Pantsing Your Novel with Sullyn Shaw
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09/04/23 • 38 min
This week's episode had me a little nervous as Sullyn and I discussed pantsing - not my natural habitat (or so I thought).
In this episode, Sullyn and I discuss our approaches - same as last week when I chatted all things plotting with Emma Briedis but with more confusion on my part.
To catch up with Sullyn check out her website, her Facebook, her Instagram, and her TikTok.
NEXT WEEK: How to Organise Your Writing Time with Bradley Gosselin
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To find out more about Sarina and her books, visit her website, find her on Facebook, or connect with her (and the podcast!) on Discord.
Plotting Your Novel with Emma Briedis
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08/28/23 • 33 min
This week I'm so excited to talk to Emma Briedis about plotting! I myself am somewhere between plotter and pantser, but plotting is my first love, and it's my first approach with every WIP (the pantsing doesn't start until everything's outlined and I start writing - a recent revelation we'll discuss in more depth next week).
Emma and I discuss our approaches in this episode and answer your questions from social media.
To catch up with Emma check out her Twitter, her Facebook, and her Instagram.
NEXT WEEK: Pantsing Your Novel with Sullyn Shaw
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To find out more about Sarina and her books, visit her website, find her on Facebook, or connect with her (and the podcast!) on Discord.
Writing Routines: Dana Fraedrich
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08/14/23 • 36 min
Welcome to the Writing Routines chat of the season! Dana and I talked about the big questions such as Are you a plotter, pantser, or somewhere in between? , Do you write every day? , Where does your inspiration come from?, What’s your beverage of choice?, and many more!
At the end of each episode, the writers recommend their favourite book on writing and share their advice for establishing a writing routine that works for you.
To find out more about Dana, check out her website , find her or Twitter , or follow her on Instagram.
NEXT WEEK: How to Gamify Your Writing with JC Brown
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How to Focus on Writing with ADHD with Shane Douglas Keene
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08/07/23 • 33 min
Today I'm talking to writer and poet Shane Douglas Keene about how you can focus on writing when your ADHD is making it more difficult.
Shane's tips from personal experience are:
- Routine is important. Sitting down to write at the same time every day creates a habit, which may be easier for you to stick to longterm.
- If you can, have a separate computer just for writing. If you can't, there are programs you can use to block distractions, such as Scrivener's full screen mode.
- If you realise that you've lost the passion for your project, walk away for a while. You can either work on something else you do feel passionate about or take a break from writing altogether if you need it.
- Be brave and be transparent with your readers. If your ADHD is slowing your progress, it's okay to be honest about it - plenty of readers and other writers will see themselves in your struggles and sympathise. Alternatively, if you've fallen into a research rabbit hole, consider sharing some of your findings with your readers.
To catch up with Shane, check out his Twitter.
NEXT WEEK: Writing Routines: Dana Fraedrich
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To find out more about Sarina and her books, visit her website, find her on Facebook, or connect with her (and the podcast!) on Discord.
Creating Magic Systems (Part 3) with Andrew Wall
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10/23/23 • 37 min
It's time for the final episode in our 3-parter on creating magic systems, and for our final episode of Season 3! Today, Andrew and I answer your questions from social media and generally ramble about this topic we both love so much.
To catch up with Andrew, find him on his website, on Facebook, and on Instagram.
Thank you, folks, for tuning in! The Writing Sparrow will now take a break but may return one day for Season 4. Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss us when we're back!
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To find out more about Sarina and her books, visit her website, find her on Facebook, or connect with her (and the podcast!) on Discord.
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Writing Sparrow have?
The Writing Sparrow currently has 106 episodes available.
What topics does The Writing Sparrow cover?
The podcast is about Writing, How To, Podcasts, Education and Book Writing.
What is the most popular episode on The Writing Sparrow?
The episode title 'Creating Magic Systems (Part 2) with Andrew Wall' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Writing Sparrow?
The average episode length on The Writing Sparrow is 35 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Writing Sparrow released?
Episodes of The Writing Sparrow are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of The Writing Sparrow?
The first episode of The Writing Sparrow was released on Sep 21, 2020.
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