Writers in the Wilderness Podcast

Author Accelerator-certified fiction book coach Stacy Frazer is no stranger to the doubt that plagues all writers. She shares her story and the stories of other writers on her podcast, The Write It Scared Podcast, and reminds us that stories, our stories, “have the power to change and shape lives.” (Direct quote from Stacy)In this episode, we talk about giving ourselves permission to be creative, why it is so important to have our outsides match our insides, why doubt and creativity go hand-in-hand, and why “writing a novel is an inside job we do not do alone.” (Quoted from the intro of The Write it Scared Podcast)From blogging to novel writing to helping other writers find their voices, Stacy’s story is deep and meaningful and changed my life.I’m cashing in that permission slip! And I hope this story gives you the courage to do the same.Here’s where you can connect with Stacy:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/writeitscared/Website: https://www.writeitscared.co/Podcast: https://www.writeitscared.co/podcastYou can also email her at [email protected] you have an encouraging word to share, I’d love to hear your story. Just email me at [email protected] for listening! Song: StepArtist: Owl NestMusic by: CreatorMix.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kathrinclassen.substack.com

Author and story coach Sharon Hughson is a Feedback Master. (I have personal experience with her work, and thanks to her attention to detail and encouragement, I think differently about how I approach my writing.) In today’s episode, we’ll talk about the importance of reviewing your work, how to process both positive and negative feedback, and what it means to divorce yourself from your writing and why having that emotional distance is so important.Equally important is defining your feedback goal. Are you writing a memoir for friends and family? Are you writing short stories just for fun? Or, are you looking to have your work published? Knowing your writing goals will help you define the kind of feedback that will be the most helpful for you.Some resources from Sharon for you amazing writers:PLOT & STRUCTURE by James Scott BellK. M. Weiland’s blog and character workbookYou can find Sharon here:Substack Facebook https://www.facebook.com/sharonlhughsonYoutube https://bit.ly/WriteYTChanYou can find Sharon’s books here:Amazon: https://bit.ly/SHonAmzGrowth doesn’t happen overnight. Every step takes time, research, and trust in yourself and your community. The cool thing is, you are not alone in the writing wilderness.Feel free to reach out anytime, or if you want to be on the show, just email me at [email protected]: StepArtist: Owl NestMusic by: CreatorMix.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kathrinclassen.substack.com

Stories are a part of our everyday life. Humor can come from places we least expect, lawn mower or bank memo not excluded! You just have to keep your ears, eyes, and imagination open to the unexpected.Mike Exinger and I had such a fun discussion about where he gets his ideas (spoiler: daily life is full of material ripe for the picking!) and how he uses his unique brand of humor. We also talked about what happens when you get an agent but your manuscript doesn’t sell, how to interpret mixed feedback with completely opposing recommendations, turning your short stories into full length novels, and giving old ideas brand new life.You don’t want to miss this incredible conversation!You can find Mike (and his alter ego Buxton Manning) here:[email protected]://www.facebook.com/mike.exinger/X = @MikeExingerYou can find Mike’s and Buxton’s books here:buxtonmanning.comGambling guides are available on Apple, Kobo, etc. through D2DIf you are a writer, published or unpublished, have an encouraging word to share, and want to be on the podcast, just email me at [email protected] or visit https://writersinthewildernesspodcast.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kathrinclassen.substack.com

The art of co-writing doesn’t come naturally, as my guests, Estella and Jadyn, will explain. It takes trial and error to find the perfect rhythm. But when you do, you can create an immersive, satisfying world alongside someone you trust. The best part? They remind us that writing is good for our souls! Write for your own joy and for bringing something of yourself to an audience. There is someone out there who will connect with your writing, and that moment is pure magic. Your writing is unique to you, and if it brings you joy, that’s all that matters. You can find Jadyn LaRiviere here:Instagram: JadynLaRiviereTumblr: JadynLaRiviereYou can find Estella Edgewater here:https://youtube.com/@estellaedgewater?si=QHXWsO7P9Z91ELcPFoxbridgefantasies.comFind their stories here:https://archiveofourown.org/series/4670671 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kathrinclassen.substack.com

Welcome to the very first episode of Writers in the Wilderness! Thank you so much for being here! Whether you are a published or unpublished author, writing can sometimes feel like you are wandering through the wilderness without a map. In this podcast, I interview writers in all stages of their creative careers to offer wisdom, a sense of community, and an encouraging word to keep putting one foot in front of the other.From sailboats to imaginary cats, cozy mystery and romantic comedy writer, Ellen Jacobson, shares wisdom about finding community and keeping the joy alive in your writing craft. You can find out more about her and her books here:Website: https://ellenjacobsonbooks.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EllenJacobsonAuthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ellenjacobsonwriter/Without further ado, let's strap on our boots, and go for a hike! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kathrinclassen.substack.com

Hello Listeners! I’m Kathrin Classen, an as of yet unpublished author of domestic thrillers. I want to invite you to enjoy this intro episode to my new podcast, Writers in the Wilderness Podcast.Whether you are a published or unpublished author, writing can sometimes feel like you are wandering through the wilderness without a map. In this podcast, I will interview writers in all stages of their creative careers to offer wisdom, a sense of community, and an encouraging word to keep putting one foot in front of the other.If you are a writer and are interested in being on the show, just send me an email at [email protected], let’s strap on our boots and get ready to put one foot in front of the other in this crazy wilderness!Music info: Song: StepArtist: Owl NestMusic by: CreatorMix.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kathrinclassen.substack.com