Each week, co-hosts, Alida Winternheimer, author and writing coach at Word Essential, and Kathryn Arnold, emerging writer, have conversations about the craft of writing fiction. They bring diverse experiences and talents to the table from both the traditional and indie worlds. Our goal is for each episode to be a fun, lively discussion of some aspect of story craft that enlightens, as well as entertains. Sometimes we have special guests. All episodes are available in video as well. Visit…
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In this episode of the Story Works Round Table, we are joined by Helen Hynson Vettori, a former Department of Homeland Security senior medical intelligence analyst and paramedic, who brings her unique experiences to the world of fiction. Helen discusses her Black Swan trilogy, which explores the themes of catastrophe and human resilience through the lens of a pandemic, an earthquake, and a…
In this week's episode of the Story Works Round Table, Alida and Kathryn are joined by Stephen Ford to talk about exploring hard human issues through fiction. Stephen's use of speculative fiction and satire opens the discussion about what it means to be human, or how we encounter the issues of the day. We talk about crafting characters that are real people, representing a variety of viewpoints,…
In this week's episode of the Story Works Round Table, we delve into the intricate relationship between setting and character development in our two-part episode. Join Alida, Kathryn, and our special guest, novelist Leigh Shalloway, as they explore how the environment shapes character arcs in storytelling. We'll discuss Leigh's Hilltown series and how she brings the setting to life, influencing…
In this week's episode of the Story Works Round Table, Alida Winternheimer and Kathryn Arnold welcome back Jan Heidrich-Rice, a talented author known for her mysteries and an engaging travel-humor memoir. Join us as Jan shares insights into her latest work, which reflects on 45 years of marriage and adventures across 50 states. With a blend of humor and heartfelt storytelling, Jan discusses the…
In this week's episode of the Story Works Round Table, Alida and Kathryn are joined by Cevin Soling to talk about using satire to reveal truths. We talk about using absurdity, violence, cultural references, humor, and cutting satire to reveal truths about the world we live in. Join us as we discuss Cevin's work as a vehicle for social commentary and how it prompts people to reconsider their view…
In this week's episode of the Story Works Round Table, we are bringing you a discussion from our monthly live Q&A Ask Alida. In this episode, we talk about creating key settings, how to create touchstones for your readers as well as addressing common setting problems. Get Alida's musings on life, writing, and the writing life in A Room Full of Books & Pencils and stay up to date on book launches,…
FINALLY! After nearly two weeks of dealing with technical difficulties, we are so excited that you finally get to hear our interview with Jennia. In this week's episode of the Story Works Round Table, Alida and Kathryn are joined by author and editor Jennia D'Lima. We discuss the nuanced craft of writing children's literature. It's much more complicated than just writing a poem and adding some…
In this week's episode of Story Works Round Table, Alida Winternheimer and Kathryn Arnold welcome acclaimed author, broadcaster, and musician Antonio Michael Downing. They delve into his novel, Black Cherokee , which tells the poignant coming-of-age story of a mixed-race girl navigating her identity amidst the complexities of her heritage. Antonio shares the inspiration behind the book, the…
In this week's episode of the Story Works Round Table, Alida and Kathryn are joined by Kerry Kriseman to discuss Kerry's memoir, Accidental First Lady , which provides an unfiltered look at life as a political spouse. Kerry shares her journey from writing news stories in college to crafting her memoir, highlighting the challenges of overcoming imposter syndrome and the fear of telling the truth.…
In this week's episode of the Story Works Round Table, Alida and Kathryn explore the transformative power of journaling with Marcy Sproull. Join us as Marcy shares her journey into journaling, its therapeutic benefits, and how it can enhance creativity for writers. Discover practical journaling techniques, including the art of dialogue with your thoughts and characters, and learn how to use…
