by Ryan R. Campbell | Nov 6, 2020
After an important update on the future of the Writescast Network from host r.r. campbell, Writers’ Institute Director Laurie Scheer returns to the show to discuss the dissolution of the University of Wisconsin’s Continued Studies in Writing program....
by Ryan R. Campbell | Nov 6, 2020 | writescast
Since 2016, the Writescast Network has reached tens of thousands of writers around the globe. You’ve been here as I’ve recorded nearly 6,000—yes six thousand minutes of content for writers, by writers—which means it would take you nearly one hundred hours, or more...
by Ryan R. Campbell | Oct 30, 2020
How can we keep readers on their toes? What writing exercises can you do to keep those readers tiptoeing about your pages? In this episode, Ekta Garg explores just that with help from Nick Spalding’s LOGGING OFF. Thanks to this episode’s sponsors Dandelion...
by Ryan R. Campbell | Oct 19, 2020 | On Writing
It’s been a minute since I’ve posted, I know, but that doesn’t mean I’ve gone quiet. Since my last post, I’ve connected or reconnected with two critique groups, have added 27,000 words to the first draft of TO HAVE BEEN RICH, and have led...
by Ryan R. Campbell | Oct 16, 2020
Go ahead: judge a book by its cover. With author and marketer Carol VanDenHende’s five principles for book cover design, you’ll better understand what makes for a quality cover and how you can be a more constructive participant in the cover design process....
by Ryan R. Campbell | Oct 13, 2020 | On Writing
It’s been a while since I’ve shared updates on the actual writing process, and with all of our in-person events canceled this year, I haven’t had a chance to hear from you. First, I’ll share, but be sure to comment on this post to let me know...
by Ryan R. Campbell | Oct 9, 2020
Author of young adult paranormal fiction Mary Jane Capps joins us for a discussion about a truly spooky subject: impostor syndrome. So what is it and how can we overcome it? You’ll have to tune in to find out. Thanks to this episode’s sponsors Dandelion...
by Ryan R. Campbell | Oct 2, 2020
What can a champion-boxer-turned-CEO teach authors about what it takes to thrive in the world of writing? A lot, it turns out, as Héctor Colón demonstrates through his five virtues for life, leadership, and authorship. Thanks to this episode’s sponsors Dandelion...
by Ryan R. Campbell | Sep 29, 2020 | Uncategorized
FOMO: It lurks around every corner, in every email. If you’re anything like me, you struggle with the fear of missing out (FOMO, for the uninitiated). FOMO rears its ugly head in social situations, with educational opportunities, and through those...
by Ryan R. Campbell | Sep 25, 2020
If a picture is worth a thousand words—and words mean everything to authors—how much is Instagram worth to those of us in the writing community? Author and playwright Briana Morgan joins the show to help us answer this question and more. Thanks to this episode’s...
