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The Fiction Lab Podcast

Katrina Schroeder

The Fiction Lab Podcast is a show for fiction writers who want to sharpen their craft, decode the writing life, and stay inspired. We dive into storytelling tools, publishing insights, and behind-the-scenes truths with guest authors, editors, and industry experts. www.thefictionlab.com

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18:15

Worldbuilding & Infodumping 101

The Fiction Lab Podcast ·

2025/11/05

Helen Thornton-Gussy from EditCo joins us to discuss the basics of worldbuilding and how to keep from infodumping. Learn the story elements with The Fiction Lab.Connect with Helen at EditCo: https://www.editco.nz/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edit_co._/#Threads: https://www.threads.com/@edit_co._Join the Discord: https://bit.ly/fictionlabdiscordLearn More: www.thefictionlab.comMusic: Cool and Crisp featuring OMB by Ketsa, Free Music Archive, CC BY Get full access to The Fiction Lab at

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20:20

Incorporating Humor into Your Fiction

The Fiction Lab Podcast ·

2025/10/29

Writing humor is no joke. Author Jennifer Sneed teaches us how to weave humor into your fiction without forcing a punchline. In this episode, we talk about what makes writing funny, how to balance humor with heart, and why even serious stories benefit from a well-timed laugh.Learn the story elements with The Fiction Lab.Connect with JenniferBuy A Story UnwrittenBuy Guinevere MacKenzie is Not a Nice GirlJoin the Discord: https://bit.ly/fictionlabdiscordLearn More: www.thefictionlab.comSign up for

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25:54

Changing Mediums

The Fiction Lab Podcast ·

2025/10/22

Author & artist Jacob John White joins us to chat about how changing around his medium a little bit actually unlocked his creative flow.Learn the story elements with The Fiction Lab.Connect with JakeCheck out Silverbell KickstarterCheck out Jake’s YouTubeJoin the Discord: https://bit.ly/fictionlabdiscordLearn More: www.thefictionlab.comSign up for Plottr with discount code 2025FICTIONLABMusic: “Cool and Crisp featuring OMB” by Ketsa, Free Music Archive, CC BY Get full access to The Fiction Lab at

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16:39

Writing Queer Characters with Real Voices

The Fiction Lab Podcast ·

2025/10/15

Author Samantha Ryan joins me to discuss how to write queer characters with authenticity, depth, and heart. Voices that feel real, not tokenized.Learn the story elements with The Fiction Lab.Connect with Samantha: https://samryanreally.wordpress.com/Join the Discord: https://bit.ly/fictionlabdiscordLearn More: www.thefictionlab.comMusic: “Cool and Crisp featuring OMB” by Ketsa, Free Music Archive, CC BY Get full access to The Fiction Lab at www.thefictionlab.com/subscribe

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34:30

Rediscover Your Writing Motivation with author Seth Ring

The Fiction Lab Podcast ·

2025/10/08

Author and YouTuber Seth Ring talks to us about how he rediscovers his writing motivation when he falls off the wagon. Learn the story elements with The Fiction Lab.Connect with Seth: www.sethring.comRegister for Seth’s upcoming webinar: https://bit.ly/4pYor0UJoin the Discord: https://bit.ly/fictionlabdiscordLearn More: www.thefictionlab.comMusic: “Cool and Crisp featuring OMB” by Ketsa, Free Music Archive, CC BYThe Fiction Lab is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my

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17:35

Battling Imposter Syndrome with Rebecca Demarest

The Fiction Lab Podcast ·

2025/10/01

Author and speculative fiction expert Rebecca Demarest joins us to discuss how best to fight that awful imposter syndrome. Learn the story elements with The Fiction Lab.Connect with Rebecca: [https://rebeccademarest.com/](https://rebeccademarest.com/)Join the Discord: [https://bit.ly/fictionlabdiscord](https://bit.ly/fictionlabdiscord)Learn More: [www.thefictionlab.com](http://www.thefictionlab.com/)Music: _Cool and Crisp featuring OMB_ by Ketsa, Free Music Archive, CC BY Get full access to The

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15:12

Improving Pacing in Fiction Writing with Kristy Gibbs

The Fiction Lab Podcast ·

2025/09/24

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The Flow of Money in Publishing with Amy M. Le

The Fiction Lab Podcast ·

2025/09/17

Amy Le from Quillhawk Publishing joins us to discuss the flow of money in publishing. She helps us understand where it's going, why it's going, and how you can score the biggest and best ROI for you and your story. Learn the story elements with The Fiction Lab.Connect with Amy at Quillhawk Publishing: https://quillhawkpublishing.com/Join the Discord: https://bit.ly/fictionlabdiscordLearn More: www.thefictionlab.comWatch the Jim Butcher interview:

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48:25

Self-Publishing Mistakes with author Daphne Singingtree

The Fiction Lab Podcast ·

2025/09/10

Self-published author Daphne Singingtree shares the mistakes she made in publishing her first book and the lessons she's learned along the way. Learn the story elements with The Fiction Lab.Connect with Daphne Singingtree: http://daphnesingingtree.orgConnect with Daphne on socials: @daphnesingingtreeBuy Circle for the Earth: https://eagletreepress.com/circle-series/Join the Discord: https://bit.ly/fictionlabdiscordLearn More: www.thefictionlab.comWatch the Jim Butcher interview:

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21:27

The Psychology of Self-Promotion with Marketing...

The Fiction Lab Podcast ·

2025/09/03

Author marketing expert Ashley Werner-Sithonnorath walks us through the psychology of self-promotion and what we can do to break through our own barriers. Learn the story elements with The Fiction Lab.Connect with Ashley Werner-Sithonnorath: https://www.thatdigitalrush.com/Subscribe to her Substack & get author marketing tips: https://authormarketing.substack.com/?utm_campaign=profile_chipsBuy Villain Era Goddess:

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13:40

Writing Your Query Letter with author Samantha Ryan

The Fiction Lab Podcast ·

2025/08/27

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18:56

We Get It! Show Me, Don't Tell Me with Editor Helen...

The Fiction Lab Podcast ·

2025/08/21

Helen Thornton-Gussey from EditCo joins us to discuss all things show, don't tell. She chats with me about the basics of show, don't tell. And what the heck it even means. Learn the story elements with The Fiction Lab.Connect with Helen at EditCo: https://www.editco.nz/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edit_co._/#Threads: https://www.threads.com/@edit_co._Join the Discord: https://bit.ly/fictionlabdiscordLearn More: www.thefictionlab.comWatch the Jim Butcher interview:

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62:37

Writing & Worldbuilding with Jim Butcher

The Fiction Lab Podcast ·

2025/08/13

Hells Bells! We had the incredible honor of hosting Jim Butcher—bestselling author of The Dresden Files, Codex Alera, and The Cinder Spires—for an exclusive live Q&A inside The Fiction Lab. Jim answers questions directly from our members, sharing his thoughts on crafting compelling characters, building rich fantasy worlds, building a writing habit, and tons of other awesome writerly goodies. Learn the story elements with The Fiction Lab. Join the Discord: https://bit.ly/fictionlabdiscord Learn

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20:09

Which Publishing Path is Right for You with Guest Amy Le

The Fiction Lab Podcast ·

2025/08/06

Amy Le from Quillhawk Publishing joins us to discuss all things publishing. She breaks down the differences between traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing and which is right for you.Learn the story elements with The Fiction Lab.Connect with Amy at Quillhawk Publishing: https://quillhawkpublishing.com/Join the Discord: https://bit.ly/fictionlabdiscordLearn More: www.thefictionlab.comWatch the Jim Butcher interview: https://youtu.be/F1NWO00SUns?si=-npOE25qXAK7ildBMusic: Cool and Crisp featuring OMB

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2:06

The Fiction Lab Podcast Trailer

The Fiction Lab Podcast ·

2025/08/06

Check out the trailer for The Fiction Lab's podcast with book coach and editor Katrina Schroeder.Learn the story elements with The Fiction Lab.Join the Discord: https://bit.ly/fictionlabdiscordLearn More: www.thefictionlab.comWatch the Jim Butcher interview: https://youtu.be/F1NWO00SUns?si=-npOE25qXAK7ildBMusic: Cool and Crisp featuring OMB by Ketsa, Free Music Archive, CC BY

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