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The Merry Writer Podcast

Two chatty authors asking all the ’write’ questions. Hosted by Ari Meghlen and Rachel Poli, The Merry Writer Podcast is a fun, friendly show about all things writing and bookish.

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19:57

How Can You Utilize Your Local Library As A Writer? |...

The Merry Writer Podcast ·

2024/02/21

EPISODE SHOW NOTES When was the last time you went to your library? If it's been a couple of months, go ahead and plan a trip there. Libraries are useful for everyone for a number of reasons, but writers can get a lot out of it. This week, Ari and Rachel discuss how writers can use their local libraries. In this episode, we cover: The library environment Events from the library Research Writing routine As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments

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21:09

How Important Is Reading For Pleasure? | Ep. 203 |...

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2024/02/14

EPISODE SHOW NOTES Let's throw in a quick disclaimer - we are not talking about THAT kind of pleasure - this episode topic is NOT about reading erotica. So get your mind out of the gutter! :p In today's show, we are talking about reading for fun and touch on why some readers may not be doing that as much as well as why it's important to take the time to read just for the pleasure of it. Not sure what we're talking about? No problem, just give it a listen :) As always, thanks for listening, and let

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55:26

What Are The Benefits To Writing In Multiple Genres?...

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2024/02/07

EPISODE SHOW NOTES Have you ever wanted to dabble in different genres but have always been told to stick to one? Sometimes, you need to branch out and do what makes you happy. This week, Ari and Rachel are joined by Chyina Powell to discuss why writing in multiple genres is a great idea. In this episode, we cover: The benefits for writers The benefits for readers Thoughts on pen names Thoughts on author branding As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the

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28:08

Do You Need An Editing Checklist? | Ep.201 | The...

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2024/01/31

EPISODE SHOW NOTES In today's episode, we are digging into the idea of using Editing Checklists to make editing your manuscript a little more efficient! In this episode, we cover: Names Repeating Words Dialogue Tags POV Chapters Character Balance Senses Inconsistencies As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below. Resources Wordcounter.net WordHippo.com K.M. Allan's Writing Checklists WANT TO BE A GUEST ON THE SHOW? If you would like to be

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39:26

Answering Rapid Fire Questions | Ep. 200 | The Merry...

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2024/01/24

EPISODE SHOW NOTES Yay for 200 episodes! Thank you so much for always listening and supporting the podcast for 200 episodes. We truly appreciate it. This week, Ari and Rachel answer rapid fire questions (not so rapidly) about reading and writing. As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below. WANT TO BE A GUEST ON THE SHOW? We are accepting guest applications for The Merry Writer Podcast! If you would like to be considered, please take the time to

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25:10

Can You Have Too Much Dialogue In A Novel? | Ep. 199...

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2024/01/17

EPISODE SHOW NOTES What are your thoughts on dialogue? Can a novel have too much? That is today's topic Rachel and I discuss. In this episode, we cover: Our thoughts on too much dialogue How to achieve more of a balance in your writing As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below. WANT TO BE A GUEST ON THE SHOW? If you would like to be considered, please take the time to read our FAQs Page. Once you've read everything, please fill in the

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27:31

How Can You Set Writing Goals? | Ep. 198 | The Merry...

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2024/01/10

EPISODE SHOW NOTES A new year means new goals! This week, Ari and Rachel talk about some ways you can create writing goals for yourself. In this episode, we cover: Group/organize tasks based on their length Setting deadlines for yourself Taking breaks Taking days off As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below. WANT TO BE A GUEST ON THE SHOW? We are accepting guest applications for The Merry Writer Podcast! If you would like to be considered,

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25:28

How Do You Keep Your Writing Life Organised? | Ep....

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2024/01/03

EPISODE SHOW NOTES It's a new year and you probably want to set off on the right foot this year. So in this episode, Ari and Rachel discuss a few ideas for keeping your Writing life organised! In this episode, we cover: Creating a writing kit Project pads or brain-dumping pads Setting a flexible routine Dividing your writing time Use working systems As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below. Especially if you have ideas for keeping writing

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26:55

What Are Our Favorite Podcast Episodes From 2023? |...

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2023/12/27

EPISODE SHOW NOTES Another successful podcast year is in the books! This week, we discuss some of our favorite episodes that were released in 2023. (We also get completely off-topic in true Merry Writer fashion!) In this episode, we cover: Ari's favorite 2023 podcast episodes Rachel's favorite 2023 podcast episodes Off-topic rambles (mostly about food) 2023 reflections As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below. WANT TO BE A GUEST ON THE

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45:38

What Are Some Differences Between American English...

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2023/12/20

EPISODE SHOW NOTES As the end of the year is in sight, we thought we'd do something a little different and today's episode discusses some of the differences Ari and Rachel have observed between American English and British English. In this episode, we cover: "Z" Extra letters Vacation vs Holiday Jam, Jelly and Jello Chips, Crisps and Fries Cookie vs Biscuit Supermarket vs Grocery Store Segue into the square footage of homes Sidewalk vs Pavement Fall vs Autumn and more! As always, thanks for

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23:09

Have You Ever Come Across Your Story Idea At The...

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2023/12/13

EPISODE SHOW NOTES This week, Ari and Rachel decided it would be fun to discuss if they've seen their story ideas in other books at the store. Sometimes it takes us a while to get our ideas to paper and other people write and publish similar plots. As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below. WANT TO BE A GUEST ON THE SHOW? We are accepting guest applications for The Merry Writer Podcast! If you would like to be considered, please take the time

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52:28

How Can You Build a Horror Universe? | Ep. 193 | The...

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2023/12/06

EPISODE SHOW NOTES This week, Wilmar Luna is back on the show with Ari and Rachel to discuss building a horror universe. In this episode, we cover: How much world-building needs to go into a horror universe? What are the main aspects to consider when writing horror stories? How do you build an atmosphere for your horror universe? As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below. ABOUT WILMAR LUNA Former video game developer, part-time author,

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26:51

What Are The Different Types Of Novel Endings? | Ep....

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2023/11/29

EPISODE SHOW NOTES It's not always easy to end you novel. Sometimes we have an idea of how they'll end and sometimes we don't. But did you know there are many different types of endings? In this episode, we cover: The resolved ending The unresolved ending Ambiguous ending Expanded ending Unexpected ending Tied ending As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below. WANT TO BE A GUEST ON THE SHOW? We are accepting guest applications for The Merry

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19:32

How Can You Avoid Info Dumping? | Ep. 191 | The Merry...

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2023/11/22

EPISODE SHOW NOTES Info dumping can really slow down the pace of your story, can annoy many readers and even have them skipping over chunks of your work. So what can you do to stop info dumping? Today, Ari and Rachel tackle this issue with some suggestions. In this episode, we cover: What is Info Dumping While drafting Deal with it in the editing phase not the drafting phase Learn your temptations Areas where info dumping usually occurs Ask yourself: does it matter Scale back When Info Dumps can

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54:03

How Can You Create A Professional Author Website? |...

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2023/11/15

EPISODE SHOW NOTES It's no secret that authors need a website, but where do you start? You can hire someone to help you or you can DIY it. This week, Pauline Wiles joins Ari and Rachel to discuss creating a professional author website. In this episode, we cover: Finding your goal and strategy for your author website Important elements that should go into your website Common mistakes to avoid Average cost of creating and keeping your website How a website can boost your author brand As always,

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30:33

How Do You Increase Your Writing Speed? | Ep. 189 |...

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2023/11/08

EPISODE SHOW NOTES Want to get your books written faster? Increasing your writing or typing speed can definitely help. This week, Ari and Rachel discuss a few simple tips for helping to make things a little quicker. In this episode, we cover: Touch typing The right pen Shortcuts Take the type test! Resource: Try your typing speed with this online test. https://www.typing.com/student/tests As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below. WANT TO

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53:00

How Do You Launch A Successful Series? | Ep. 188 |...

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2023/11/01

EPISODE SHOW NOTES Have you been planning a novel series? Or maybe you're ready to share it with the world but you don't know where to start? Start here! This week, Helen Scheuerer joins Ari and Rachel to discuss launching a successful series. In this episode, we cover: How launching a series is different than launching a standalone How to plan in advance and budget Difficulties you can encounter How to streamline the process Marketing tips for launching a series As always, thanks for listening,

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27:19

Do You Truly Need Unique Story Ideas? | Ep. 187 | The...

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2023/10/25

EPISODE SHOW NOTES For some, story ideas can be hard to come by. For others, story ideas are everywhere. For everyone, imposter syndrome sneaks in. But do you really need unique story ideas for readers to love your book? This week, Ari and Rachel cover just that. In this episode, we cover: Tropes and themes in stories Story archetypes Character archetypes How similar ideas can be used for marketing The "retelling" genre As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in

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22:45

How Do You Find Your Writer’s Voice? | Ep. 186 | The...

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2023/10/18

EPISODE SHOW NOTES When it comes to writing, practice makes perfect. Everyone has a story to tell and the way you tell your stories are unique. But it can take some time to find your writer voice. This week, Ari and Rachel discuss how to find your writer's voice. In this episode, we cover: What a writer's voice is How to find your writer's voice When and how your voice may change over time As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below. WANT TO BE

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19:47

How Do You Avoid Head Hopping? | Ep. 185 | The Merry...

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2023/10/11

EPISODE SHOW NOTES Do you write with multiple characters? Worried you might be slipping into the wrong character's head in the middle of a scene? Don't worry, you're not alone. That's what Ari and Rachel discuss in this week's episode. In this episode, we cover: What head hopping is Why it's bad What you can do to catch it As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below. WANT TO BE A GUEST ON THE SHOW? We are accepting guest applications for The

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