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WRITER 620: Kate Forsyth on 5 essential lessons to make you a better writer
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In this special episode, we bring you an edited version of the recent webinar featuring bestselling author Kate Forsyth. The episode is jam-packed with insights, focusing on five essential lessons from different genres that can improve your writing. Kate Forsyth delves into historical fiction, crime and mystery, romance, fantasy, and magic realism, sharing her top tips for writing compelling and immersive narratives. Additionally, the episode features a Q&A session where Kate answers questions on writing routines, character development, publishing, and more. The episode offers practical advice and inspirational insights for aspiring and established writers.
00:00 Introduction and welcome
00:16 Special episode announcement
01:04 Competition announcement
02:39 Word of the week
03:18 Webinar introduction
05:20 Kate Forsyth's writing journey
08:59 Lessons from historical fiction
11:30 Lessons from crime and mystery
14:44 Lessons from romance
16:46 Lessons from fantasy
19:28 Lessons from magic realism
24:30 Q&A session
31:37 Exploring new writing territories
32:15 Top magic realism books
32:39 Advice for unpublished authors
33:51 Creating memorable characters
34:41 Understanding Psyche's motif
35:13 Knowing when editing is done
35:52 Starting your writing journey
36:40 Musicality in writing
37:42 Balancing originality and familiarity
38:36 Imagining your protagonists
40:02 Publishing your first book
40:42 Inspiration from lyrical authors
41:31 Setting your novel apart
42:27 Establishing a writing routine
44:08 Crafting the perfect ending
46:13 Incorporating writing tips
48:26 Maintaining writing motivation
49:43 Finding time to read
50:27 Defining historical fiction
51:14 Choosing character names
51:59 Condensing your story
52:46 Crafting satisfying endings
53:41 Final thoughts
Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook
Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
635 episoade
Manage episode 436353980 series 2343384
In this special episode, we bring you an edited version of the recent webinar featuring bestselling author Kate Forsyth. The episode is jam-packed with insights, focusing on five essential lessons from different genres that can improve your writing. Kate Forsyth delves into historical fiction, crime and mystery, romance, fantasy, and magic realism, sharing her top tips for writing compelling and immersive narratives. Additionally, the episode features a Q&A session where Kate answers questions on writing routines, character development, publishing, and more. The episode offers practical advice and inspirational insights for aspiring and established writers.
00:00 Introduction and welcome
00:16 Special episode announcement
01:04 Competition announcement
02:39 Word of the week
03:18 Webinar introduction
05:20 Kate Forsyth's writing journey
08:59 Lessons from historical fiction
11:30 Lessons from crime and mystery
14:44 Lessons from romance
16:46 Lessons from fantasy
19:28 Lessons from magic realism
24:30 Q&A session
31:37 Exploring new writing territories
32:15 Top magic realism books
32:39 Advice for unpublished authors
33:51 Creating memorable characters
34:41 Understanding Psyche's motif
35:13 Knowing when editing is done
35:52 Starting your writing journey
36:40 Musicality in writing
37:42 Balancing originality and familiarity
38:36 Imagining your protagonists
40:02 Publishing your first book
40:42 Inspiration from lyrical authors
41:31 Setting your novel apart
42:27 Establishing a writing routine
44:08 Crafting the perfect ending
46:13 Incorporating writing tips
48:26 Maintaining writing motivation
49:43 Finding time to read
50:27 Defining historical fiction
51:14 Choosing character names
51:59 Condensing your story
52:46 Crafting satisfying endings
53:41 Final thoughts
Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook
Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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