FDF #64: Phases of Editing
In this episode of First Draft Friday from Authors A.I. on Friday, July 14th at 12 Noon Eastern time, Authors Alessandra Torre and Kim Catanzarite will discuss the many phases of the editorial process—from the first draft to the proofreading pool and everything in between. Details will include who to enlist for each phase (no you don’t always need to hire a professional) and why every part of the process is essential. You don't want to miss this FREE live chat! Make sure you bring your questions. Sign up today.
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Novel research: How much is too much?
April White discusses how to write and research in an age when representation and diversity are so important in our stories.
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Pacing your book like a TV show
Screenwriting expert and bestselling author Ines Johnson emphasizes the importance of using key beats in a story to keep readers engaged on this First Draft Friday author chat.
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What ghostwriting is really like
Bestselling author Daniel Paisner takes you behind the scenes with ghostwriting both fiction and nonfiction in this First Draft Friday chat.
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Crafting themes to inspire
Author Jessica Flory discusses how to choose a relatable theme that will resonate with readers and how to use character arcs to bring out theme in a novel.
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FDF #63: Research: How Much is Enough?
In this episode of First Draft Friday from Authors A.I. on Friday, June 30th at 12 Noon Eastern time, historical fantasy and contemporary romantic suspense author, April White, sits down with Alessandra Torre to talk about the real history and actual mysteries she researches for her books, and how to write responsibly in an age when representation and diversity is so important in our stories. You don't want to miss this FREE live chat! Make sure you bring your questions. Sign up today.
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The journey from book to film
Bestselling cozy mystery author Michele Scott talks about her journey to Hollywood's big screen.
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Revealing character through dialogue
Dialogue can be tricky, but there are a lot of techniques that can be used to establish your character's voices and personality. Dialogue expert Amy Bernstein shared her favorite tricks and techniques during this conversation.
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FDF #62: Crafting Themes To Inspire
In this episode of First Draft Friday from Authors A.I. on Friday, June 16th our host, Alessandra Torre will be in a discussion with our guest, author Jessica Flory about how to choose a relatable theme that will resonate with readers. You don't want to miss this FREE live chat! Make sure you bring your questions. Sign up today.
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How one author writes in multiple genres
Bestselling author Rebecca Zanetti discuss how to write across several genres and stay true to your brand.
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FDF #61: Pacing Techniques
In this episode of First Draft Friday from Authors A.I. on Friday, June 2nd our host, Alessandra Torre will be in a discussion with our guest, Best-selling Author Ines Johnson about how to write more bingeworthy books using pacing techniques from episodic television structure. You don't want to miss this FREE live chat! Make sure you bring your questions. Sign up today.
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FDF #60: Multi Genre Writing
In this episode of First Draft Friday from Authors A.I. on Friday, May 19th our host, Alessandra Torre will be in a discussion with our guest, NY Times Best-selling Author Rebecca Zanetti about how to write across several genres and stay true to your brand. You don't want to miss this FREE live chat! Make sure you bring your questions. Sign up today.
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