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Barbara Howard's Podcast
by Barbara Howard
Barbara Howard is a "not-so-cozy" mystery and YA author of a dozen books, including her most recent trilogy, Finding Home Mystery Series; Final Harvest, Charlotte's Revenge, and Milo's Journey. She is a first generation tech geek turned master gardener with a passion for fresh air, vegan cuisine, and tracing her roots. A big city girl with a small town heart, she returned to her family home in the Midwest after an extensive career as a Department of Defense Project Manager at the Pentagon and spends most of her time treasure hunting, spoiling her fur-babies, growing veggies and raising chickens. She has also published a collection of books on food-related topics, food safety, and heirloom recipe cookbooks under the pen name, Arlene Lee. Read more at barbarahowardmedia.com
Episodes
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Episode 27 - How To Write Convincing Romance Scenes
Motivational Minute for Authors. Writing convincing romance scenes can be a challenging task, as it requires the author to create an emotional connection between the characters that feels genuine and believable. For more, visit http://www.authorbarbarahoward.com
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Episode 26 - How To Create A Unique and Original Plot
Creating a unique and original plot can be a challenging task, but there are some tips and strategies that can help. Join me for another Motivational Minute for Authors. For more visit http://www.authorbarbarahoward.com
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Episode 25 - How Does Your Garden (Novel) Grow
Hello Spring! Writing a novel can be compared to planting a garden in many ways. Join me for a new episode of Motivational Minute for Authors. For more visit http://www.authorbarbarahoward.com
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Episode 24 - To The Dumpster
In this episode I discuss how to embrace the demolition of your work in progress. http://www.authorbarbarahoward.com
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Episode 23 - Words Is What It Is
In this episode I share my thoughts on what can be a very frustrating part of writing for many authors and my willingness to accept it as the most important component of the process. And, don't forget to grab your copy of our limited edition holiday anthology, Festive Mayhem 2 before 1/31/2022.…
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Episode 22 - I Want This For You in 2022
In this brief episode, I give thanks for you and share what I wish for the new year. Happy New Year! www.authorbarbarahoward.com
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Episode 21 - A Conversation with Multi Talented Author, Carolyn Marie Wilkins
In this episode, I had the delight of talking with entrepreneur and author, Carolyn Marie Wilkins. We discussed her many gifts and our collaboration through Writers of Color on the Festive Mayhem 2 anthology. There is so much history woven into her writing! Listen in and enjoy a short reading…
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Episode 20 - Chatting with Crime Fiction Author, Stella Oni
In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with UK-based crime fiction author, Stella Oni. We discussed our meeting through Crime Writers of Color, the Festive Mayhem 2 anthology collaboration, and Stella's writing career. Listen in and enjoy a short reading from one of her stories! And be...
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Episode 19 - A Cup of Secrets, A Finding Home Mystery Short
Guess what? In this episode, I share a short snippet from my latest story, A Cup of Secrets. It's included in the limited edition holiday anthology, Festive Mayhem 2. This month I'll be chatting with two of the authors that collaborated on this project. Stay tuned! http://www.authorbarbarahoward.com
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Episode 18 - Navigating the Homeschooling Journey with Dr. L.T. Latham-Riley
In this episode, my special guest, Dr. L.T. Latham-Riley shares insights from her decision to homeschool her daughter and the journey to plan, prepare and strategize a routine that they could put it into practice. Tune in to hear how her passion has evolved into building a support network with...
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Episode 17 - Stay Safe While Feasting
Did you know that I have a collection of cookbooks and food related topics under my pen name, Arlene Lee? Well, I do! In this episode, I share a few tips on how to practice food safety during our holiday parties and feast season. http://www.authorbarbarahoward.com
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Episode 16 - On Quilts and Confidence
In this episode, I describe how I build confidence as a writer and what I've been up to during my hiatus. I'm so happy to be back! I hope you'll join me and share how you grow as a creative and what keeps you inspired. Thanks for listening. Find my books and more at my website:...
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Episode 15 - Learning the Rules & Breaking Them
In this episode I discuss the importance of exploring diversity in character development and How To Write Black Characters, An Incomplete Guide by Salt & Sage Books, why I broke one rule and lived to tell the tale. Plus, my latest virtual book tour is underway! http://www.barbarahowardmedia.com
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Episode 14 - The Test of Time
Spring is here and I'm determined to spend more time outdoors. As always, there's inspiration to be found even in the simplest things. In this episode, I talk about finding a special treasure at my feet and how it made me reflect on what I create going forward.
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Episode 13 - Ode to The Planners and Their Plans
In this episode, I talk about Camp Nano, Teddy Roosevelt, and ... going planner-less! Gasp.
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Episode 12 - Final Harvest Great Escapes Virtual Book Tour
In this episode, I shout out the book bloggers and reviewers of my new virtual book tour! I hope to meet you in the comments during the tour. PS: There's a giveaway involved!
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Episode 11 - Unfocused Time
In this episode, I share a piece of advice about the importance of unfocused time. And as a bonus, there's a 5-minute audio clip from my children's book, A Day For The Animals, narrated by voice artist, Talita Jolene. ** If you are a book reviewer and would like a free audiobook, please contact me!
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Episode 10 - Cut Or Keep
In this episode, I wax curious about writing to market, characters hijacking the plot and talk a LOT about my hair.
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Episode 9 - Lost in the Hustle
In this episode, I talk about how we can fail to recognize life's significant moments in real-time. And how a man inside a bullet-proof booth shaped my perspective of success.
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Episode 8 - I Can See Myself
In this episode, I describe the emotional moments while writing the Finding Home Series and what it's like connecting with readers who respond in the same way. Do you like stories that grab your heart-strings?
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Episode 7 - Just Keep Talking
In this episode, I share one of my most favorite memories of my early career; "tutoring" an African American Brigadier General (1-Star) at the Pentagon. That first encounter could have been my ruin but was a life lesson in disguise.
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Episode 6 - First One Through The Door
In today's episode, I chat about some early days of my career in Washington, DC in Information Technology, often being the first woman and/or person of color in the room. I don't talk about myself much, but I'll try to remedy that by sharing a few fun stories along the way. I hope you enjoy it.
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Episode 5 - Writing What You Don't Know
In this episode, I discuss doing the research before beginning to write your story. And, what to consider before writing the Point Of View (POV) of a character whose culture you have not experienced.
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Episode 4 - Who Owns Your Truth?
In this episode I discuss our book club selection, The Mother of Black Hollywood by Jenifer Lewis, and how the group was split into two camps with completely opposite reactions to the book. When writing a memoir, do you own the entire process? Or, are the other people involved have a right to...
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Episode 3 - What's Your Deal-breaker?
In this episode I talk about story techniques that I consider dealbreakers for me as a reader. As writers, we're told to quiet the critical mind as we draft a manuscript. Do you also critique as you read?
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Episode 2 - Facing the Blank Page
In this episode, I discuss my writing routine, the tools that I use and how I keep motivated to put words on the page.
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Episode 1 - Welcome to My Podcast
Welcome to my podcast where I discuss the writing craft, my projects, and book reviews. Barbara Howard is a "not-so-cozy" mystery and YA author of a dozen books, including her most recent trilogy, Finding Home Mystery Series; Final Harvest, Charlotte's Revenge, and Milo's Journey. She is a first...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Barbara Howard is a "not-so-cozy" mystery and YA author of a dozen books, including her most recent trilogy, Finding Home Mystery Series; Final Harvest, Charlotte's Revenge, and Milo's Journey. She is a first generation tech geek turned master gardener with a passion for fresh air, vegan cuisine, and tracing her roots. A big city girl with a small town heart, she returned to her family home in the Midwest after an extensive career as a Department of Defense Project Manager at the Pentagon and spends most of her time treasure hunting, spoiling her fur-babies, growing veggies and raising chickens.
She has also published a collection of books on food-related topics, food safety, and heirloom recipe cookbooks under the pen name, Arlene Lee.
Read more at barbarahowardmedia.com
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