Podcasts by AmericanWriters.com -- Creative Writing Podcast.

The show is designed to help writers of all levels. The focus is on characterization, narrative, plot development, dialogue, conflict, setting, literary archetypes, etc. Episodes are not centered around mindless, useless pep talks and recycled writing tips. Rather, the Podcast at AmericanWriters.com offers in-depth analysis of what works and what doesn't, with explanations and original writing samples.

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Writing Deus Ex Machina (Not!) from 2007-03-25T11:00

Learn about Deus Ex Machina -- its pros and cons and how it can hurt fiction.

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Motives Beneath Motives from 2007-03-06T01:00

This episode doesn't just talk about what superficially motivates characters; it looks at the forces that need to stir at deeper levels.

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Writing a Novel Prologue from 2007-02-04T11:00

Many authors are disparaged for using prologues to start their novels -- but is it such a bad practice after all?

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Story, Narrative and What to Include from 2006-12-17T22:00

Trim down your writing; think about what you should include in your narrative and what should you leave out. Also, learn the difference between story and narrative.

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Writing, Ideology and Activism from 2006-11-18T11:00

Many writers use their fiction as a form of activism. However, does it hurt the art form?

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How People Read from 2006-11-04T11:00

Learn about the four ways to approach reading a book.

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The Subtle Dimensions of External Conflict from 2006-11-03T05:00

Learn how external conflict can be written to underscore the turmoil brewing within the character's psyche.

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Quick Writing Tip 008 -- How Writing is like Painting from 2006-10-25T11:30

Learn how writing is like painting a picture. However, this episode is not what you think; it has nothing to do with writing description. Give it a listen.

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