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Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers

Authors" Alcove is a hub for fantasy readers and writers, offering engaging discussions, book clubs, and author interviews. Hosted by Agnes Wolfe, the podcast explores world-building, storytelling, and publishing, featuring Meet the Author book clubs and Fantasy Geek Out sessions. Beyond the podcast, Authors" Alcove supports indie authors through giveaways, networking, and community discussions, creating a space where writers and readers connect over their love of fantasy.

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Episode 47: Final Read-Through Checklist (How to...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2026/01/13

In this writing craft podcast episode of the Story Savvy Series, we dive into catching typos in fiction and preparing your manuscript for feedback with a focused final read-through. You’ll learn how to polish your manuscript, improve reader clarity, and handle editing repetitive words before beta readers or editors ever see it. With powerful self editing tips for writers, this episode helps you wrap up your revisions with purpose.Hosted by developmental editor Rebecca Hartwell [hartboundediting.com]

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00:19:41

Episode 46: How to Prep Your Draft for Beta Readers...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2026/01/06

In this writing craft podcast episode of the Story Savvy Series, we walk through final checks for manuscripts to get your story ready for beta readers or editors. Featuring smart steps for editing repetitive words, avoiding head-hopping, and using self editing tips for writers to refine pacing and clarity. Whether you're writing fantasy or fiction, this session offers storytelling improvement tips, developmental editing advice, and practical tools to polish your manuscript with confidence.Hosted

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00:25:55

Episode 45: Mastering Nonverbal Cues in Writing (Deep...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2025/12/31

In this writing craft podcast episode of the Story Savvy Series, we explore how to polish your manuscript by refining your use of nonverbal cues in fiction. You'll learn practical strategies for editing repetitive words, enhancing deep POV writing, and using physical descriptions to reinforce emotion and pacing. With helpful developmental editing advice, we walk you through how to enrich your narrative rhythms, avoid telling, and sharpen character voice—crucial skills for Fantasy novel editing

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00:23:14

Episode 44: Name Smart: Self Editing Tips for Clear,...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2025/12/26

In this deep-dive on self editing character names, we break down how to avoid similar character names, apply smart naming conventions in fiction, and make effective decisions around title vs name usage. Packed with self editing tips for writers and practical developmental editing advice, this episode offers focused tools to polish your manuscript and strengthen clarity in character presentation across genres.Join developmental editor Rebecca Hartwell [hartboundediting.com] and aspiring author Agnes

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00:18:50

Episode 43: Avoid Reader Confusion: Naming Rules...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2025/12/24

In this author education channel episode of the Story Savvy Series, a writing craft podcast for fiction and fantasy authors, Rebecca Hartwell and Agnes Wolfe dive into the art of naming in fiction. They share self editing tips for writerson how to introduce names clearly, avoid reader confusion, and ensure consistency across series and worlds. If you’re ready to polish your manuscript with professional developmental editing advice, this episode is for you.In this Story Savvy Self-Editing episode,

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00:32:05

Episode 42: Show Don’t Tell Explained: How to Balance...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2025/12/20

Too much showing can bog your pacing; too much telling can flatten your emotion. This writing podcast for authors in the Story Savvy Series explores that delicate equilibrium with narrative distance explained in practical terms. You’ll uncover how to avoid info dumps, weave exposition naturally, and recognize when direct telling enhances reader understanding. Combining self editing tips for writers with developmental editing advice, the episode guides you toward stronger storytelling choices that

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00:27:05

Episode 41: Cutting Word Count Effectively: How to...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2025/12/17

In this week’s Story Savvy Series episode, we explore cutting word count effectively and how to avoid repetition in writing—a must-listen Podcast for fantasy writers. Through developmental editing advice and storytelling improvement tips, Rebecca and Agnes discuss editing with integrity, sharing real examples from fantasy novel editing that show how to polish your manuscript with precision.In this episode of the Story Savvy Self-Editing Series, developmental editor Rebecca Hartwell

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00:43:56

Episode 40: AI and the Writing Process: Editing with...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2025/12/13

Today we discuss all things AI and the writing process as well as editing with integrity. In this podcast for fantasy authors, we talk AI and storytelling ethics, specifically ethical AI use for authors. Rebecca points out the need for protecting author rights, the cognitive impact of AI use, and the environmental cost of AI tools. This is such an important topic, as it will have large impacts on the future of creativity and the arts. Agnes shares her still-evolving perspective on AI and the

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00:33:44

Episode 39: Editing POV, Person, and Tense: How to...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2025/12/10

Join this podcast for fantasy writers as we dive into fantasy novel editing, practical author self-editing tips, and essential techniques for polishing your manuscript. We’ll break down fixing head hopping, revising narrative style, and refining first person vs third person narration to elevate your storytelling. This episode equips you with actionable strategies that editors use to help fantasy stories shine.Episode 39 of the Story Savvy Series focuses on cleaning up narrative style—specifically

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00:19:58

Episode 38: Balancing Creativity and Genre:...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2025/12/06

Join the Story Savvy Series for expert advice on Podcast for fantasy authors, from mastering Self-editing fiction to spotting flat characters before publication. Rebecca Hartwell and Agnes Wolfe share how originality, revising narrative style, and worldbuilding choices can shape unforgettable novels. You’ll gain practical tips on avoiding common writing mistakes, aligning with genre expectations in fiction, and applying fiction editing strategies that keep readers hooked. Perfect for writers looking

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00:29:55

Episode 37: Writing Seamless Transitions:...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2025/12/03

This episode explores pacing pitfalls writers, novel structure pacing, and self-editing strategies for writers, focusing on how to create smooth transitions that keep readers engaged. We dive into scene-level editing and editing scene flow, unpacking how clarity in transitions impacts focal length in narration and helps in maintaining story momentum. With these practical insights, you’ll gain actionable tools to strengthen your fiction and avoid common mistakes that derail storytelling flow.In this

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00:24:57

Episode 36: Editing Pacing in Fiction: How to Balance...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2025/11/29

In our ongoing series on self-editing strategies for writers, we take a closer look at novel structure pacing from the perspective of scene-level editing. This episode contrasts scene pacing vs global pacing, showing how writers can strengthen both big and small moments. Along the way, Rebecca offers insightful author self-editing tips in this engaging podcast for fantasy writers.In episode 36 of the Story Savvy Self-Editing series, developmental editor Rebecca Hartwell [hartboundediting.com] and

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00:24:37

Episode 35: Beyond Sight and Sound (How to Use Smell,...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2025/11/26

Discover how character-driven description, writing with your senses, and editing descriptive passages bring stories to life. This podcast for fantasy authors delivers writing immersive description, showing vs telling through senses, and editing tips for indie authors so you can create strong, unforgettable prose.Rebecca Hartwell [hartboundediting.com] and Agnes Wolfe [authorsalcove.com] dive into why these “lesser” senses often go underused, and how to weave them in with intention. Whether you’re

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00:30:20

Episode 34: Writing Sight and Sound (Self-Editing...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2025/11/19

Strong scenes start with writing sight and sound, backed by smart show don’t tell writing tips and clear writing immersive description. In this podcast for fantasy authors, we cover how to avoid flat writing, master writing strong descriptions, and apply editing tips for indie authors. Whether you’re focused on writing believable settings or learning how to edit your book yourself, this podcast for fantasy writers gives you practical strategies to sharpen your story.In this podcast for fantasy

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00:32:23

Episode 33: Beyond Description: Self-Editing Tangible...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2025/11/19

Join us on this podcast for fantasy writers as we explore self-editing strategies for writers that elevate clothing in fiction, weather, and societal detail into tools for immersive story world development. Rebecca Hartwell and Addie Dulac explain how using worldbuilding details like garments, transportation, and seasonal shifts can do more than set the stage—they can change the story. If you’re looking for practical advice on how to build fictional worlds that actually influence plot and character,

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00:52:00

Episode 32: Worldbuilding That Works: Self-Editing...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2025/11/15

In this podcast for fantasy authors, we explore self-editing strategies for writers with a focus on writing believable fantasy worlds through strong story world development. Episode 32 of the Story Savvy series dives deep into writing societal norms in fiction, helping authors enhance their worldbuilding during the editing process. If you're working on a draft and want your world to feel immersive and intentional, this episode is packed with insights on fantasy novel editing and the nuances of

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00:26:07

Episode 31: Fixing Flat Scenes: How to Revive...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2025/11/08

Struggling with how to fix flat scenes or improve character-driven scenes in your novel? This podcast for fantasy writers offers expert writing tips for fiction authors, including how to craft writing realistic character reactions and anchor every chapter with a strong scene core event. We cover essential tools for self-editing characters, enhancing story structure and character roles, and mastering how to balance dialogue and action. Whether you’re deep into fantasy novel editing or looking for

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00:24:44

Episode 30: Strengthening Character Arcs: Editing for...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2025/11/05

In this podcast for fantasy authors, we cover story consistency editing, building character-driven scenes, and crafting the perfect scene core event. Learn practical tips for self-editing characters, improving fantasy novel editing, and aligning story structure and character roles. If you're focused on writing strong story beats, how to write strong scenes, or how to edit your book yourself, this podcast for fantasy writers is for you.Want to improve your character development in fantasy

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00:34:58

Episode 29: Editing for Depth: How to Build Distinct...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2025/11/01

Looking for developmental editing for characters? In this episode, we discuss editing characters for depth, creating unique supporting characters, and making characters distinct. So whether you're working on character voice development, defining character agency in storytelling, or improving character arcs, this episode will help you apply strong story structure and character roles to your fantasy novel. It's packed with practical insights for anyone learning how to edit your book yourself

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00:32:42

Episode 28: Structuring Romance in Fantasy: Key...

Authors" Alcove for Fantasy Writers ·

2025/10/29

Are you writing a fantasy romance novel? Rebecca Hartwell gives developmental editing tips on what makes a good writer great! In this episode we discuss everything from character development in romance, genre expectations in romance and other romance novel writing tips. In this self-editing series for authors, you will learn how to edit your book yourself. Want to know how to write a romance or love story that delivers emotional payoff? In Episode 28, developmental editor Rebecca Hartwell

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