Ask Your Editor Writing Podcast

Do I Need a Writing/English Degree to Be a Writer?

Will a degree help my writing? Is it even worth it? Well, the answer is that it depends on what you want to get out of it. Abby and Amanda talk about their experiences in academia to shed some light on going to college for writing. Full show notes (including things mentioned on the show) can be found at askyoureditor.com/writing-degree

How Do I Beat Writer's Block?

Abby has a controversial opinion about writer's block. Listen to find out what it is plus tips on how to beat writer's block. Full show notes (including things mentioned on the show) can be found at askyoureditor.com/writers-block

How Do I Overcome Imposter Syndrome With My Writing?

Thoughts such as "What if my writing isn't good enough?" will only hurt your writing in the long run. How can writers overcome imposter syndrome? Note: The 'making the bed' example was not Coach Carter but rather advice from Admiral William H. McRaven. Will post the link in the show notes. Full show notes (including things mentioned on the show) can be found at askyoureditor.com/imposter-syndrome-writing

How Do I Write the Beginning?

What makes a good beginning when writing a novel? How do you unearth the beginning, knowing how important it is to hook the reader and pack a punch? Trigger warnings: Domestic abuse 12:26 - 14:14. Sexual violence 22:07 - 23:09. Full show notes (including things mentioned on the show) can be found at askyoureditor.com/how-to-write-beginning

Can I Draw from Real Life for My Fiction?

Is it okay to pull something you experienced in real life from your fiction? Do you need consent to do it? Will it be a legal problem if I write badly about someone? Full show notes (including things mentioned on the show) can be found at askyoureditor.com/can-i-draw-from-real-life-fiction