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The Versatile Writer
by For the Love of Books
Provides support and encouragement for like-minded writers. Brought to you by writer and business owner, Sarah Banham. Sarah has written a dozen book in fiction, non-fiction, and ghost written for others. Through her business, FOR THE LOVE OF BOOKS (loveofbooks.co.uk), she offers creative writing services including coaching new writers, editing, proofreading, and ghost writing, and is also a freelance writer. In 2020 she received a degree. She is available for hire. The Versatile Writer podcast is one of the freebies offered through her business.
Episodes
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S16 E8 And Here We Are
This is the final episode in Season 16 and it's looking at everything I've learned in the past year. What have you learned...and why not write a list about them? Apologies for the sound quality this season. Thanks for listening to this season - hoping I'll be bringing you Season 17 soon. SHOW…
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S16 E7 Staying Focused When The World Is On Fire
When you have no choice but to stay sane when everything around you feels like it's falling apart, turning to creativity can help. Within this episode I share some very personal stuff, while also sharing ten top tips on helping you through it. Apologies for the sound quality. SHOW NOTES...
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S16 E6 Are We Nearly There Yet?
Looking at ways to stop procrastinating with your manuscript and get it in front of the readers' eyes...because that's why you wrote it. Apologies for the sound quality. SHOW NOTES www.loveofbooks.co.uk To subscribe to my newsletter, go to the site, to the Free To You page, scroll to the end and...
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S16 E5 Dealing With Overwhelm Pt 2
It's never easy to feel overwhelmed but if you're armed with ways to remedy it beforehand, it can help you later. Here's a few of my tips. Apologies for the sound quality. SHOW NOTES www.loveofbooks.co.uk To subscribe to my newsletter, go to the site, to the Free To You page, scroll to the end…
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S16 E4 Dealing With Overwhelm Pt 1
This title says exactly what this episode is about. Overwhelm. We all get it, and we all have different ways of coping with it - or remedying it. I share a few methods that work for me. Apologies for the sound quality - It's an improvement to what it was though lol SHOW NOTES…
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S16 E3 Strong Feelings
We've all got them, and of sooo many things too! I touch on some of the random things that go through my mind, creative writing-related, that I feel strongly about. Apologies for the sound quality - it's better than it was lol SHOW NOTES www.loveofbooks.co.uk To subscribe to my newsletter, go to...
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S16 E2 Reality in Fiction
In this episode I look at how you can use aspects of your own life and fictionalise them for an audience. Touches upon era, music, fashion and hobbies. Apologies for the sound quality - I did give it some improvements though, so it's better than it could've been! lol SHOW NOTES...
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S16 E1 First Draft Excitement
Welcome to the latest season of The Versatile Writer. Season 16 hosts 8 bite-sized episodes to encourage and support writers and creatives starting with how it feels to begin a new project. *Huge apologies for the quality of this episode - it went through some improvements though, so I did try!*...
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E4 Getting Out There
The final episode in Season 15 of The Versatile Writer. I look at how self-confidence and resilience plays a role in, not only our early lives, but later on too, how how we use others' comments to hurt ourselves. Find a way through the noise to reach our creative and literary goals is key, so…
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E3 Self Sabotage
In this penultimate episode from Season 15 (yes, there are only 4 this season), I work through several self-sabotaging behaviours that some creatives take on, and highlight ways that we can reach our goals through shared tips. Disclaimer: I'm not a therapist and I don't claim to be one - I'm…
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E2 Moving on from NaNo
For those of us who have used the NaNoWriMo literary challenge, might feel sad that it is no longer. However... Today's episode gives you ideas on what to do next. SHOW NOTES www.loveofbooks.co.uk
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S15 E1 Writing Residencies
Welcome back to this shorter season (sorry it's late too!). While there's a few changes this season, it's still very much set up to give writers and creatives as much information and tips as possible. The differences of this season are: 1. No The Versatile Writer Facebook page. If you need to...
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S14 E8 Competitions and Judging Panels
Final episode of S14. I discuss both comps and judging panels from two views: as an entrant and as a judge. Season 15 will return in a few months. Thank you for listening to this season. SHOW NOTES www.loveofbooks.co.uk www.facebook.com/groups/theversatilewritergroup
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S14 E7 Fashionable?
In this penultimate bite-sized episode of Season 14, I highlight some out-of-fashion literary techniques and punctuation. Perhaps the ones mentioned are those you don't bother using because they're out of fashion, or maybe lit fashion doesn't even reach your radar? SHOW NOTES…
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S24 E6 Making Notes
Do you have a million things inside your head and the only way to gather them is to make notes? Same here. It used to be referred to as a scatty brain, then a grasshopper mind, but now it's likely to be ADD or ADHD and, somehow, society seems to treat us better with that label. Making notes to...
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S14 E5 Social Media Breaks
Quick apology, I mention in the episode that this was ep 4 - clearly it's ep5, so sorry for that error. This episode gives my take on what social media has become for us and offers a few suggestions on how to limit our intake. I include mentions of mental health protection and my thoughts on how...
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S24 E4 Boundaries
For some of us, it's clear that we move things about to please others. But when that comes to our writing time, we need to set clear boundaries. Our writing time is important to us so why give it up? Fair's fair. Setting boundaries for your writing time, your every day life, and holiday life is...
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S14 E3 Symbolism of Colour in Fiction
I've touched on using colour in fiction in an earlier season (S10?) but today's looks at it a little differently. Consider what you are trying to get across to your reader - does a big splash of paint help that happen or does it hinder your message? Different colours, different meanings and a few...
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S14 E2 Selling (in person) Part 2
Confession time, yes, it's the second part of a two-parter starting off Season 14, but in all honesty, part two is more about ways to focus your book selling activities. Includes useful tips too. Hope you enjoy. SHOW NOTES www.loveofbooks.co.uk Pen and Sword Books: A Guide to Creative Writing -...
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S14 E1 Selling In Person Part 1
Welcome to Season 14. Episode 1 begins with the first of a two part episode. Both bite-sized. I consider those book and author events from summer to winter 2024 and, on reflection, give thought to their pros and cons. I make some stark realisations about myself, and provide tips throughout to...
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S13 E8 FINAL EP Looking to 2025
Last one of S13 and of 2024. Thank you so much for listening this season. Season 14 is due around early March. Merry Christmas and good wishes for 2025. SHOW NOTES www.loveofbooks.co.uk www.facebook.com/groups/theversatilewriterpodcastgroup www.pen-and-sword.co.uk...
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S13 E7 Adding Colour
Sure, adding colour to your fiction is...well...colourful, but looking deeper, colour might not be about hue, it might be more about senses. Touching on the 5 senses, disability, 6th sense, and HSPs. SHOW NOTES www.loveofbooks.oc.uk www.facebook.com/groups/theversatilewriterpodcastgroup...
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S13 E6 Comfort Zone
S13 Ep6 Comfort Zone. We've all got one - whether we care to admit it or not. Getting outside of it can be quite the challenge. SHOW NOTES www.loveofbooks.co.uk www.facebook.com/groups/theversatilewriterpodcastgroup Dream State : Banham, SJ: Amazon.co.uk: Books Livin' & Lovin' In Texas : Banham…
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S13 E5 Other Creative Interests
Looking at how other creative interests can benefit a writers' mind. SHOW NOTES www.loveofbooks.co.uk www.facebook.com/groups/theversatilewriterpodcastgroup With thanks to Julia Stone, TG Trouper, and Paula Readman www.juliastonewriter.com https://tgtrouper.ampbk.com Twitter account for Paula...
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S13 Ep4 World Building
Now half way through this season, I'm touching on world building within fiction. It's not only science fiction and fantasy that need a bit of world creation, most other genres do too. I include the horror genre in this episode as well mentioning Joe Hill, Stephen King, HG Wells and books by…
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S13 E3 Dopamine Hits
Season 13 episode 3: Dopamine Hits. It's amazing how much we need this hormone and neurotransmitter, and how much it helps us love what we do and helps us to continue doing it. Okay, that sounds a bit grand. But think about it. Without loving what we do as writers, readers don't get their own...
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S13 E2 Marketing
Season 13, Episode 2: Marketing We've covered this topic a lot on The Versatile Writer, yet there is still more to unwrap. Includes how to make opportunities, where to find them, and how to make the very best of them. Includes a brief reading of When The Moon Was White by author, Jeff Probst, and...
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S13 E1 Reviews
Welcome back to The Versatile Writer podcast. Now in Season 13, there's heaps to listen to and I've included something new this time. About half way through the episode there's a break that includes a book reading/an interview clip/something book related. This is because I'm trying a new thing!...
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S12 Bonus Epi BLOOPERS
Never one to shy from laughing at my own mistakes, this is just some of the bloopers from season 12. I hope you have a giggle too at this bitesized episode. Season 13 will commence in early November, but do check the facebook page below for updates. Thank you for listening to Season 12. SHOW…
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S12 Ep8 Timelines, Trends, and Tips
This is the final episode in Season 12. I hope you've got something from it. Despite the typo in the file, this episode touches on Timelines (not timeliness!), Trends, and Tips and I look at how timelines can help you write your project, and how trends can sometimes hinder our progress. We end on...
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S12 E7 Multi Genre Storytelling
There's so much to consider when using multiple genres within your storytelling, but fear not, it's all good. By using movies and TV shows as examples, I touch on why writing a single story over several genres can make the journey exciting. SHOW NOTES www.loveofbooks.co.uk...
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S12 E6 Overwhelm and Burnout
Sad to say, but sometimes it catches up with us. Whether we become burned out through overwhelm or from overwork, it's good to know there are some things that can help overcome it all. SHOW NOTES www.loveofbooks.co.uk
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S12E5 MeSearch
S12 E5 MeSearch looks at how our personalities are touched quite strongly by our ancestors. I've noticed a lot of similarities in character traits while writing my parents' memoirs. Listen in to see if you notice any in yours. SHOW NOTES www.loveofbooks.co.uk...
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S12e4 What Do You Think About Me
s12 e4 ...not as egotistical as you might first think, this episode holds a deeper meaning and you'll learn what that is within the first few minutes. SHOW NOTES www.loveofbooks.co.uk www.facebook.com/groups/theversatilewriter www.facebook.com/groups/shinyfireflyfans www.amazon.co.uk then search...
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S12E3 Launching in 3 2 1
S12 E3 looks at launching your book. It's not always easy, but then it's not always tough. I highlight things to consider, ups and downs of the process, and how some books are not meant for the eyes of others. I also include a reason why you might not feel able to actually press that publishing...
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S12 E2 Indie and Trad Processes
S12 E2. After being able to say I am both an independently published and traditionally published author, I wanted to highlight my experiences with the two to show how they differ/are similar. If you're kicking around the idea of going indie but you've only ever traditionally published or you've…
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S12 E1 Resilience
Welcome back to The Versatile Writer. Season 12 is filled with even more tips, help, and support for writers and creatives everywhere. Episode 1: Resilience. Tricky topic. Resilience isn't always an easy find for some people, and others haven't yet developed that 'stand up for yourself' aspect of...
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S11 *** BONUS EPI*** OUTTAKES
C'mon, you know you love a giggle. Here's a few minutes of season 11 bloopers. Thanks for listening. Season 12 will commence after an 8 week break. Updates will be posted in the facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/theversatilewriterpodcastgroup SHOW NOTES www.loveofbooks.co.uk
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S11 Episode 8 - Summary
The final episode in Season 11 is a summary. There is a bonus episode next week though, so listen out for that :) Thank you so much for listening to The Versatile Writer this season. After the bonus episode there will be a break of 8 weeks while I focus on preparing the content for Season 12. All...
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S11 E7 XYZ
The penultimate episode in Season 11 is ep 7 XYZ and touches on: x rated and x ray. Then Y for yahoo moment and Yearning. And I’ll finish with z for zealous, zero, zany, and zeitgeist. Thank you for listening to The Versatile Writer. Show Notes www.loveofbooks.co.uk...
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S11 Ep6 W
W included: What if? Warnings, Waiting, winter, waffle, writers, writing and wardrobe. Thanks for listening. Show notes www.loveofbooks.co.uk www.facebook.com/theversatilewriterpodcastgroup www.facebook.com/arcanequill
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S11 E5 U and V
Racing towards the end of Season 11, today I'll touch on U and V in this bite-sized episode. SHOW NOTES www.loveofbooks.co.uk www.facebook.com/groups/theversatilewriterpodcastgroup www.facebook.com/arcanequill Also mentioned: Wikipedia and Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association
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S11 Epi 4 T
Episode 4 used the letter T as a prompt. I'll be touching on Techniques, Trends, Time, Tips, and Timelines within creative writing and writing/publishing in general. I've dispensed with the 'housekeeping' for this episode, so if you haven't listened to other episodes, now's the time to jump on...
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S11 Epi 3: S
Episode 3 covers the letter S. In this episode I’m touching on Structure, Starting Afresh, Sagging middle syndrome, Satisfying climax (ooh missus), Super Hero, Senses, self-doubt, self-confidence, self publishing, self care, support and sub-conscious. SHOW NOTES www.loveofbooks.co.uk...
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S11 E2 Q&R
Continuing with episode 2 of season 11, today I’m touching on Quality, Question everything, Quiet, Quirky, Query , and Questions. And in R: Reviews, Reading, and Read through. SHOW NOTES www.loveofbooks.co.uk www.facebook.com/groups/theversatilewriter www.facebook.com/groups/arcanequill
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S11 E1 P
Welcome back to The Versatile Writer. I wish you a Happy New Year - even though we're in February right now and the start of 2024 feels like a million miles ago! In Season 11, I'm continuing with the alphabet and using each letter as a prompt for aspects of creative writing. This episode, I'm...
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S10 BONUS EPISODE
Bonus Epi for Season 10: Bloopers and Outtakes. If we cannot laugh at ourselves, who can we laugh at? Join me for the last of Season 10 with about 3 minutes of giggles throughout the making of this season. Thank you for listening to S10. S11 is out in 8 weeks. Check out updates on the podcast's...
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S10E8 N-0
The final episode in Season 10 ***although there is a bonus episode next week!*** Ep 8 touches on N-O and includes: Novellas, Names, Non fiction, Newsletters, Opening Up, Overwhelm, Observations, and Outlines. Thank you for listening to Season 10. Check out the facebook page below for updates for...
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S10 E6 IJK
The Versatile Writer - Providing support and encouragement to writers and creatives. Season 10, Episode 6 I,J&K This season I'm using letters of the alphabet as writer/writing-related prompts. Today, I've touched upon I, J & K including: Influencers, Ideas, Inspiration, Interrobang (Favourite…
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Provides support and encouragement for like-minded writers. Brought to you by writer and business owner, Sarah Banham. Sarah has written a dozen book in fiction, non-fiction, and ghost written for others. Through her business, FOR THE LOVE OF BOOKS (loveofbooks.co.uk), she offers creative writing services including coaching new writers, editing, proofreading, and ghost writing, and is also a freelance writer. In 2020 she received a degree. She is available for hire. The Versatile Writer podcast is one of the freebies offered through her business.
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Provides support and encouragement for like-minded writers. Brought to you by writer and business owner, Sarah Banham. Sarah has written a dozen book in fiction, non-fiction, and ghost written for others. Through her business, FOR THE LOVE OF BOOKS (loveofbooks.co.uk), she offers creative writing...
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