http://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintrainingAuthors-In-Training is all about writing, books, and storytelling. It's a podcast for everyone, from novices to experts, talking about writing and sharing experiences.enBlogTalkRadio.com. All Rights Reserved.Sat, 15 Jun 2019 13:15:00 GMTSun, 03 Sep 2017 20:30:00 GMTWritingBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/68b341ca-7e19-419d-9287-309e81598700_aiticon2.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintrainingAuthors-In-Training is all about writing, books, and storytelling. It's a podcast for everyone, from novices to experts, talking about writing and sharing experiences.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comwriting,books,how to write a novel,storytelling,educational,writers and booksAuthors-In-TrainingnoAuthors-In-Training is all about writing, books, and storytelling. It's a podcast for everyone, from novices to experts, talking about writing and sharing experepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/09/03/episode-17-pull-ups-for-your-creativityWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/09/03/episode-17-pull-ups-for-your-creativity/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/09/03/episode-17-pull-ups-for-your-creativitySun, 03 Sep 2017 20:30:00 GMTEpisode 17: Pull-Ups For Your CreativityNeed more ways to work out your creative muscle? Then check out disk two of the Authors-In-Training workout video. Halle and Marissa will give you more ways to give your creativity the killer bod you want or your non-existent money back guaranteed. 00:28:00Authors-In-Trainingnowriting,creativity,writing exercises,books,WritersNeed more ways to work out your creative muscle?2eb03504-52cb-43cc-8989-c5668696deechttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/30/episode-16-how-to-write-children-without-embarrassing-yourselfWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/30/episode-16-how-to-write-children-without-embarrassing-yourself/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/30/episode-16-how-to-write-children-without-embarrassing-yourselfWed, 30 Aug 2017 20:00:00 GMTEpisode 16: How to Write Children Without Embarrassing YourselfFor some people, children are very difficult to write. We all have written children as either too stupid, too smart, too hyperactive, or older/younger than they’re supposed to be. Halle and Marissa have, and they will tell you their tips on writing child characters correctly. 00:16:00Authors-In-Trainingnowriting,child characters,character,booksFor some people, children are very difficult to write.48db9716-b90c-449e-86cd-9db3abc2aa3bhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/27/episode-15-please-dont-write-these-charactersWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/27/episode-15-please-dont-write-these-characters/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/27/episode-15-please-dont-write-these-charactersSun, 27 Aug 2017 20:00:00 GMTEpisode 15: Please Don’t Write These CharactersWe all have those characters we hate reading, here is ours. From the woman dripping pheromones to the man that’s a douchebag but somehow gets the girl, Halle and Marissa talk about the characters they hate to read. 00:25:00Authors-In-Trainingnowriting,characters,character building,books,novelsWe all have those characters we hate reading, here is ours.e1a5011a-5515-434d-83d1-b6e6677f07a1http://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/20/episode-14-balancing-life-and-writingWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/20/episode-14-balancing-life-and-writing/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/20/episode-14-balancing-life-and-writingSun, 20 Aug 2017 20:30:00 GMTEpisode 14: Balancing Life and WritingDoes writing consume your life? We all have a hard time finding that balance of living a healthy, social life and making time to write a novel without taking X amount of years. Halle and Marissa struggle with it and they will give you tips and advice on how they keep their life in check. 00:24:00Authors-In-Trainingnowriting,Lifestyle,advice,tips,WritersDoes writing consume your life?978e5ac6-903a-4b33-b417-78e5281342dfhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/16/episode-13-our-least-favorite-charactersWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/16/episode-13-our-least-favorite-characters/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/16/episode-13-our-least-favorite-charactersWed, 16 Aug 2017 20:30:00 GMTEpisode 13: Our Least Favorite CharactersWhat characters do you hate with a burning passion? In this episode, Halle and Marissa talk about the worst of the worst characters. 00:22:00Authors-In-Trainingnowriting,character,least favorites,books,tv showsWhat characters do you hate with a burning passion?0268410d-d2a2-4c90-9210-46a14d9efa46http://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/13/episode-12-role-playing-helps-your-writingseriouslyWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/13/episode-12-role-playing-helps-your-writingseriously/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/13/episode-12-role-playing-helps-your-writingseriouslySun, 13 Aug 2017 20:30:00 GMTEpisode 12: Role-Playing Helps Your Writing...SeriouslyWhether it’s online, live-action, or tabletop, role-playing can help you become a better writer. “How?” you may ask. Well, listen as Halle and Marissa teach you the basics of role-playing and how it has helped them become better writers. 00:24:00Authors-In-Trainingnowriting,role play,booksWhether it’s online, live-action, or tabletop, role-playing can help you become a better writer.06e22519-4c5e-4ab5-93a5-3c14ebc57af3http://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/09/author-spotlight-dr-jarret-keeneWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/09/author-spotlight-dr-jarret-keene/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/09/author-spotlight-dr-jarret-keeneWed, 09 Aug 2017 08:30:00 GMTAuthor Spotlight: Dr. Jarret KeeneMeet Dr. Jarret Keene. Writer, Poet, Freelance Editor, and College Professor. He's a man of many talents and in this episode Halle and Marissa pick his brain about how he writes poetry, the funniest mistakes he has seen as an editor, why he decided to teach ancient literature, and much more. He has written: The Killers: Destiny is Calling Me, Monster Fashion, A Boys Guide to Arson, and Las Vegas Noir. 00:42:00Authors-In-Trainingnowriting,poetry,interviews,Dr. Jarret Keene,The Killers: Destiny is Calling MeMeet Dr. Jarret Keene. Writer, Poet, Freelance Editor, and College Professor.700503bd-67b4-4c2a-a39c-f4df1a583ebdhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/06/episode-11-the-books-of-our-youthWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/06/episode-11-the-books-of-our-youth/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/06/episode-11-the-books-of-our-youthSun, 06 Aug 2017 20:30:00 GMTEpisode 11: The Books of Our YouthThe books we read as a child will forever stay in our hearts and help us become who we are. Listen as Halle and Marissa take a trip down memory lane and talk about the books they have read when they were children. 00:16:00Authors-In-Trainingnobooks,books for kids,childrens books,novelsThe books we read as a child will forever stay in our hearts and help us become who we are.88ca651f-b598-475f-a347-256f1ab5e426http://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/06/episode-1-our-expositionWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/06/episode-1-our-exposition/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/06/episode-1-our-expositionSun, 06 Aug 2017 15:00:00 GMTEpisode 1: Our ExpositionWith every good story there is a beginning. This is theirs. Join Halle and Marissa as they take you through their journey as writers and introduce the world to Authors-In-Training. 00:17:00Authors-In-Trainingnowriting,storytelling,booksWith every good story there is a beginning. This is ours.3a989225-8b84-4b93-8cc0-6ec1dbc083e0http://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/02/episode-10-the-blueprint-of-your-storyWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/02/episode-10-the-blueprint-of-your-story/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/08/02/episode-10-the-blueprint-of-your-storyWed, 02 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMTEpisode 10: The Blueprint of Your StoryBefore every mission, before every journey, you should have a plan of action. For us writers, our plan is our outline. Halle and Marissa will talk about different outlining methods, even for those who like to wing it, and tell you how they outline their works. 00:18:00Authors-In-Trainingnowriting,how to write a book,how to write,outline,writing adviceBefore every mission, before every journey, you should have a plan of action. For us writers, our plan is our outline.fd7c636a-6668-4342-a1d2-e78f5fca07dahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/30/episode-9-our-favorite-booksWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/30/episode-9-our-favorite-books/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/30/episode-9-our-favorite-booksSun, 30 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMTEpisode 9: Our Favorite BooksFrom the inspiring The Color Purple, to the witty The Princess Bride, Halle and Marissa list some of their favorite books of all time. 00:13:00Authors-In-Trainingnobooks,Favorites,novels,books and authors,readingFrom the inspiring The Color Purple, to the witty The Princess Bride, Halle and Marissa list some of their favorite books of all time.c5bdd2a9-cd45-4fcc-a941-56669f7dc2a5http://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/25/episode-8-music-and-writingWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/25/episode-8-music-and-writing/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/25/episode-8-music-and-writingTue, 25 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMTEpisode 8: Music and WritingFrom your ears to your hands, music can inspire what you write and put you in the mood. Listen as Halle and Marissa talk about what they listen to as they write. 00:08:00Authors-In-Trainingnowriting,musicFrom your ears to your hands, music can inspire what you write and put you in the mood.617d1854-d5c5-404e-810e-27f1eecc6012http://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/23/episode-7-would-you-buy-it-1Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/23/episode-7-would-you-buy-it-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/23/episode-7-would-you-buy-it-1Sun, 23 Jul 2017 21:06:27 GMTEpisode 7: Would You Buy It? #1Don't judge a book by it's cover...judge it by it's summary instead! Halle and Marissa play a game where they read the summary of a book and decide if they would buy it. 00:26:00Authors-In-Trainingnobooks,books and authors,novels,gameDon't judge a book by it's cover...judge it by it's summary instead!2a978a26-78fc-4ce2-84aa-eebe1ac84c65http://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/18/episode-6-the-jekyll-and-hyde-of-your-writing-habitsWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/18/episode-6-the-jekyll-and-hyde-of-your-writing-habits/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/18/episode-6-the-jekyll-and-hyde-of-your-writing-habitsTue, 18 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMTEpisode 6: The Jekyll and Hyde of Your Writing HabitsWhen mastering the art of writing, writers need to form their own writing habits. Are yours more Dr. Jekyll or Mr. Hyde? In this episode, Halle and Marissa will discuss the good and the bad, and also give you some tips. 00:21:00Authors-In-Trainingnowriting,Writing Habit,Jekyll and Hyde,writing advice,booksWhen mastering the art of writing, writers need to form their own writing habits. Are yours more Dr. Jekyll or Mr. Hyde?ba355336-4a33-412b-a53b-81b5a9429892http://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/11/episode-5-push-ups-for-your-creativityWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/11/episode-5-push-ups-for-your-creativity/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/11/episode-5-push-ups-for-your-creativityTue, 11 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMTEpisode 5: Push-Ups For Your CreativityWant to Rocky your writing skills and creativity? Halle and Marissa will tell you how to mentally pump iron with writing exercises. Try these exercises to give your writer brain abs of steel or your nonexistent money back. 00:30:00Authors-In-Trainingnowriting,writing a book,writing exercises,booksWant to Rocky your writing skills and creativity?1ba0270c-1c86-47b6-b5ec-85990bb5e41fhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/09/episode-4-writing-the-double-edged-swordWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/09/episode-4-writing-the-double-edged-sword/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/09/episode-4-writing-the-double-edged-swordSun, 09 Jul 2017 02:38:24 GMTEpisode 4: Writing: The Double-Edged SwordAs all writers know, the art of writing comes with many fun, creative, and kooky moments, but with moments like those come the frustrating, depressing, punch-a-hole-in-the-wall moments as well. In this episode, Halle and Marissa will discuss the best and worst parts of being a writer. 00:28:00Authors-In-Trainingnowriting,writing a book,author,booksAs all writers know, the art of writing comes with many fun, creative, and kooky moments, but with moments like those come the frustrating, depressing, punch-a-93311da4-a7eb-4380-8254-d4c8ea770ca0http://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/09/episode-3-successfully-creating-a-personWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/09/episode-3-successfully-creating-a-person/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/09/episode-3-successfully-creating-a-personSun, 09 Jul 2017 02:36:24 GMTEpisode 3: Successfully Creating a PersonEvery writer is Dr. Frankenstein. We take pieces of ourselves, people we know, and different traits to create our monsters known as characters. Halle and Marissa will tell you how to make characters that will become someone’s future favorite. 00:12:00Authors-In-Trainingnowriting,writing advice,writing tips,books,characterEvery writer is Dr. Frankenstein.9ded7aef-0a9c-497f-bed3-9d12db55f513http://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/09/episode-2-the-wonderful-world-of-co-writingWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/09/episode-2-the-wonderful-world-of-co-writing/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/authorsintraining/2017/07/09/episode-2-the-wonderful-world-of-co-writingSun, 09 Jul 2017 02:35:11 GMTEpisode 2: The Wonderful World of Co-WritingWriting can be a process of solitude...or it can be a collaborative journey filled with action, adventure, and drama. Halle and Marissa will introduce the world of co-writing and give you the tips and tricks to navigating this new world. 00:21:00Authors-In-Trainingnowriting,writing a book,Cowriter,Co-writing,writing adviceWriting can be a process of solitude...or it can be a collaborative journey filled with action, adventure, and drama.a24486dc-0d7a-4dfe-be1f-7f367b3b2f89