by Autumn | Jun 22, 2020 | Podcast
What really is a “writer?” Jesper and Autumn run the gamut in this episode to break down the myth, history, and perception of what being a writer really means. Throw in some great quotes from famous authors, and you have a fun mix that will get you...
by Jesper Schmidt | Jun 15, 2020 | Podcast, Tips, Writing
Every story needs a villain. Someone to oppose the protagonist. However, there are some traits that will make the antagonist memorable and feel like a real person, with true motives. In episode 77 of the Am Writing Fantasy podcast, Autumn and Jesper explore how to... by Autumn | Jun 8, 2020 | Podcast, Tips, Writing
What traits make a great hero? One that will linger in your reader’s minds and hearts far after they close the book? Well, get ready for a raucous discussion that breaks down into a bit of a competition between Autumn and Jesper as they debate and compare what...
by Jesper Schmidt | Jun 2, 2020 | Book Marketing, Podcast, Social media for authors, Writing
You’ve heard mention of author brands, but what is it and how do you create one? In episode 75 of the Am Writing Fantasy podcast, Autumn and Jesper explain how important an author brand is. They also cover how, if you don’t create one yourself, others will... by Autumn | May 25, 2020 | Podcast
Have you thought about writing in a different genre and weighed the option of using a pen name or no? Get the tips to decide if your current author platform will encompass something new or if, and how, you should start a new author platform under a pen name with guest...
by Jesper Schmidt | May 18, 2020 | Book Marketing, Podcast, Tips, Writing
The beginning of a novel – especially the first chapter – is what will decide if the reader goes on to read more or ditches the story right then and there. The ability to write a first chapter that hooks the reader is massively important. But how do you... by Autumn | May 12, 2020 | Book Marketing, Podcast, Writing
Maybe we should have made this two episodes because it is a doozy! Jesper and Autumn cover a ton of tips and steps to launch your book, starting from 12 weeks out from your book release until 5 weeks after. After? Yes! Discover why there are actually steps to your...
by Autumn | May 9, 2020 | Tips
Do you struggle to create memorable, realistic characters that your readers love? If so, we have a new short course for you! You see, we asked the Am Writing Fantasy Facebook group what THEY would like to see as a short course to aid them in their writing while...
by Jesper Schmidt | May 4, 2020 | Podcast, Tips, Writing
Killing characters in a novel is fine, but there is a right way to go about it. In Episode 71 of The Am Writing Fantasy podcast, Autumn and Jesper draw their swords and magical wands to discuss how to handle the killing of a fictional character. Tune in for new... by Autumn | Apr 27, 2020 | Podcast, Writing
How do productive authors stay on track, even during a crisis (like, um, a global pandemic)? Goals are one tool you can use and in this episode, Autumn talks to author H. B. Lyne about how to set writing goals that are SMART (and what that actually means). Plus,...
