Write-minded: Weekly Inspiration for Writers
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This week’s guest is John McMurtrie, the esteemed former editor of the San Francisco Chronicle’s book review section. Join us as we explore the transition of book reviews from traditional media like TV and radio to online outlets like Amazon and Goodreads. His is an interesting take about how things were and how things are, along with insight about what a book reviewer is looking for when considering what books to review. Join us as John shares valuable insights on breaking into book reviewing and what he considers to be the key elements of a great book.
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The Skinny on Book Coaching, featuring Jennie Nash
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Helping Books Remain a Vital Part of Our Culture, featuring Andy Hunter
Moral Ambiguity in Fiction, featuring Quentin Lee
All About Book Festivals, featuring Cherilyn Parsons
Setting Stories Free, featuring Caits Meissner and T Kira Madden
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The Art of Writing Forgiveness, featuring Ashley C. Ford
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The Drama of Friendships, featuring Jean Chen Ho
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