Extradraft's Freebie Friday Podcast

In this episode, we talk about cover designs. We talk about things like how to make your book cover stand out and get noticed, how to get the book from the shelf into the shopping cart, and how the title plays a role. Everything you need to know about your book cover is discussed right here. Transcript at: https://podcast.extradraft.com/ep32-book-title-book-cover

Episode 31 talks about the writer's voice. JT attempts to define voice and where it needs to be used. We also cover the different voices you can use as well as making voice constant throughout your project. See the transcript at https://podcast.extradraft.com/ep31-voice/

In episode 30, JT breaks down the barrier over rejection. Learn what it takes to have thick skin and wear it like armor. We dive into rejections, editors notes and other forms of pain for a writer. Listen to how to deal with the pain and move forward, with a bit of advice from the guru.

In episode 29 we look at showing versus telling in your writing. We cover how to show, along with some examples and give you an exercise to make sure you understand what showing is. Finally, we cover when to show and when to tell. Get the full transcript at: https://podcast.extradraft.com/show-vs-tell

Episode 28 teaches you why you need to do extensive research on a topic for your novels. It explains the two main ways to display this knowledge (Trickle Effect and Data Dump) and which one you should use.

In episode 27 we take a look at the adage "write what you know," and then break it down. Understanding that the meaning is far deeper than some surface definition will help your writing be more accurate, detailed and enjoyable.

Episode 26 talks about online grammar tools, where they are useful and when they are not. JT explains how online tools work and why you shouldn't put too much stock into them. He also touches on professional editors and what you can expect from a human over Artificial Intelligence.

In episode 25, I talk about passive and active voice in your writing. How to identify passive voice and when to remove it. I also cover the struggles it can cause and give you a couple of extra learning platforms.

Episode 24 brings us to the first grammar discussion. Learning what an adverb is, why we don't need them and how to edit them out of your writing is this weeks focus. Will it work for you? Absolutely, he said, expertly.

Episode 23 talks about "The Drawer." A mythical place all authors have where stories go to die. JT discusses why we have a drawer, how to prevent it from filling up and what to do when you finally decide to go through and clean out your drawer.

In episode 22, JT tells you why you think you aren't a good writer, and gives life lessons and advice to prove otherwise. You will also learn what it takes to see yourself as the writer you want to be. Be a better writer starting today.

Episode 21 gives you the tips and tricks to having a ghostwriting portfolio without breaking a contract with a past client. We also talk about ways to create a portfolio, how to showcase the portfolio and find out if you even need one. Find out why the answer is no.

Find out what it takes to work from home, how hard it can be and what your real earning potential is. Working from home is not a get rich quick scheme. It is real work, hard work and we talk about preparing you for all of it in this episode.

Episode 19 talks about change. We cover why the site is down and what changes are upcoming, then get into why (as a writer) changing your mind can be a good thing and how to go about doing it the right way.

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This week we take a deeper look at the common saying "you should write every single day." Will it make you a better writer? What happens if you don't write every day? Why do they tell you to do this? All these questions and more are answered.

In this episode, JT talks about a weird phenomenon where sometimes starting the rough draft of a new project can make you draw a blank. He will cover a few reasons why this happens and then address the situation with tips and tricks to help prevent it from happening in the future.

This week's episode wraps up the scene writing weeks as we discuss how to end a scene and why giving the readers a question that must be answered is crucial. Make your readers turn the page instead of placing a bookmark and closing the book.

In episode 14 we talk about practicing an exercise that will put you one-on-one with an imaginary friend to help you get past the stalemate that writing your story can sometimes create.

In this episode, JT talks about stories that have too many or not enough details and how that can hurt your reader-base. We also cover different methods for providing the perfect amount of details for your story.