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The Editor"s Inkpot

Margaret McNellis | Author & Coach

The Editor"s Inkpot features weekly or bi-weekly episodes about writing, editing, coaching, & story. Sometimes featuring interviews with other story professionals, this podcast is a place to celebrate story, to learn about story, and to find support for the writing journey. mcnelliswrites.substack.com

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13:44

The Editor's Inkpot 029: What's in a name?

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2025/11/20

In this episode, I talk about the difference between using a creative title to let people know what we do vs who we are… and the primary pitfall of the latter. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mcnelliswrites.substack.com

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14:13

The Editor's Inkpot 028: It's Your Story

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2025/11/18

In this episode, I share thoughts on holding the reins while writing your story. If you want to book a Mini Blueprint session with me, head over here. If you want to snag your copy of Daughter of the Seven Hills, head over here.There are two more episodes of this podcast coming! FYI, I will be taking the week of November 24, 2025 off. My November 20 episode will have one more important message for writers and my November 30 episode will have a lovely interview with the talented and SO smart Susanne

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6:10

The Editor's Inkpot 027: Forging Creative Boundaries

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2025/11/14

In this brief episode, I talk about how boundaries help create beauty. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mcnelliswrites.substack.com

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15:27

The Editor's Inkpot 026: I was born for this, Part 2

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2025/11/11

In this episode, I discuss how the main themes and constants in my fiction writing are supported by the placements in my natal chart.What does your chart say about your writing?You can read about the legend that inspires my writing here: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mcnelliswrites.substack.com

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17:32

The Editor's Inkpot 025: I was born for this, Part 1

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2025/11/06

In this episode, I share initial, surface-level insights from my own natal chart into why I do what I do… and why I made a horrible insurance salesperson. In part 2, I’ll share insights about what I write and what challenges/opportunities are supported by my natal chart.If you’d like to explore your chart with me, head to my website to learn more: https://mcnelliswrites.comIf you’d like to pitch yourself as a guest for this podcast, come say hi: https://mcnelliswrites.com/contact This is a public

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15:27

The Editor's Inkpot 024: Value-Aligned Creative Work

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2025/11/04

In this episode, I discuss some changes I’m making again for ethical alignment with my own writing. (And sorry, I still have a cold so my voice isn’t its best!)Get my books: https://mcnelliswrites.com/shoppe/storiesReflection prompt: How can I better align my work to my values so I feel my most creative? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mcnelliswrites.substack.com

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7:49

The Editor's Inkpot 023: When You Give it a Rest

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2025/10/30

In this episode, I discuss insights from getting sick this week on creativity, especially writing.Want to make the most of your creative energy? Let’s explore how, together. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mcnelliswrites.substack.com

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12:05

The Editor's Inkpot 022: Second-Screen Content

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2025/10/28

In this episode, I think about the hazards of pushing writers to create second-screen content and share solidarity for those writers who speak out against that pressure and go on to create nuanced, engaging content in spite of corporate greed.Incidentally, I know that people listen to podcasts, for example, while doing other things. But second-screen viewing would be like holding a separate conversation while listening to a podcast… I’m not worried about people doing laundry while they listen

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The Editor's Inkpot 021: Writing Process (and...

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2025/10/23

In this episode, I talk with book coach and author Liisa Kovala about her writing process (and we go off on a tangent about the Tudors, because we got excited about this topic we didn’t know the other was fascinated by). We talk everything from spark to marketing.You can find Liisa’s Substack here.You can find her podcast, Women Writing, here.Learn more about Liisa and check out her books here. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus

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12:08

The Editor's Inkpot 020: Compare & Despair and how a...

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2025/10/21

In this episode, I share an anecdote about last night’s dinner and how it helped my class work through the idea of compare & despair and growth mindset. My podcast, for the time being, has been removed from Spotify due to my disagreement with their advertising policies in spreading disinformation. You can still find it on Apple Podcasts, RSS, and Substack. Get the links here: https://mcnelliswrites.substack.com/podcast (as of the time of this posting, the Spotify button is still there, but it does

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12:08

The Editor's Inkpot 019: Reflecting Mid-Project

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2025/10/16

In this episode I answer a question from a friend, fellow coach, and listener: Do I advocate reflecting during the writing process as well as afterward? Also, I share some important updates about what to expect from my new offering.Check out my new offering here. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mcnelliswrites.substack.com

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The Editor's Inkpot 018: The Art of Reflection

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2025/10/14

In this episode, I discuss my favorite reflection prompt for growth a as a writer and talk you through how I would reflect on my own projects and writing journey overall.Did you enjoy this episode? Make sure you like, follow/subscribe, review, and share! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mcnelliswrites.substack.com

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15:28

The Editor's Inkpot 017: AI Revisited

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2025/10/09

In this episode, I share how my relationship to AI has shifted and how I’m using it not to think for me, but as a secretary and business strategy sounding board.You may also want to check out this podcast episode wherein Jon Stewart interviews Geoffrey Hinton. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mcnelliswrites.substack.com

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9:49

The Editor's Inkpot 016: Act it Out

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2025/10/07

In this episode, I talk about how acting helps me write… and how you can utilize that same practice to serve your own story and readers (even if you’re not a thespian).Listening before October 25, 2025? If you’re local to southern Connecticut, you can get tickets to Little Women here: https://www.etix.com/ticket/o/9175/kidzkonnectionNot sure if your manuscript allows the reader to embody your characters and story? Here’s how I can help. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this

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The Editor's Inkpot 015: Feedback & Mindset

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2025/10/02

In this episode, I chat to listeners about how to best receive (and give) feedback on writing so that the writer stays in the driver’s seat. I’ll cover developing a thick skin and how I approach giving feedback to writers, be they students or clients.I mentioned the NYC Midnight Challenges. You can learn more about those here: https://www.nycmidnight.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit

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The Editor's Inkpot 014: Multi-POV Example

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2025/09/30

In this episode, I go through each of the four POV characters’ first paragraphs in my historical fantasy, Daughter of the Seven Hills (May 2024). Want a copy of your own? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH1R8PG8 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mcnelliswrites.substack.com

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The Editor's Inkpot 013: POV is so much more than...

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2025/09/25

Join my free POV Challenge via email here! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mcnelliswrites.substack.com

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The Editor's Inkpot 012: Brain Dead Gorgeous with...

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2025/09/23

In this episode, I was lucky to talk with Stuart Wakefield, whose novella, Brain Dead Gorgeous comes out on Sept. 25, 2025 (it’s also Stuart’s birthday!). Celebrate his birthday – and book birthday – by getting your copy here.You can find his novel, Behind the Seams, here.The other story we discussed in some detail, Out in the Cold, can be found here.Listen to/watch Master Fiction Writing with Stuart Wakefield here.Stuart and I wondered about what happens to indie authors who pass on in KDP. Amazon

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The Editor's Inkpot 011: The Writing Process Part 6 –...

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2025/09/18

In this episode, I conclude my 6-part series on the Writing Process with proofreading, my absolute least favorite stage of the entire process. I’ll share tips for proofreading your own work, hiring that job out, working with hybrid, small, and traditional publishers, and why it wasn’t worth it to rent a “proofreading AirBNB”. Want to make sure your story is strong before you proofread? Let me help you prepare to revise.Subscribe to my Substack, Quill & Guide (always free!) for writers. This is a

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The Editor's Inkpot 010: The Writing Process Part 5 –...

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2025/09/16

In this episode, I go over the different ways I’ve approached revision in the past, as well as some things to keep in mind if you’re headed into that phase of the writing process.Not sure what to revise in your story? https://mcnelliswrites.com/revise-your-novelMake sure you like, subscribe, follow, review, share if you enjoyed this episode! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mcnelliswrites.substack.com

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