Write in the Pickle Barrel
Welcome to Write in the Pickle Barrel, where we delve into the craft of creative writing and uncover the illusions of professional authorship while sharing a comprehensive cheat sheet on crafting your own story.
Episodes
March 6, 2024 • 59 mins
What up, Pickles?! We have another fantastic episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we recap all of Season 2! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey.
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February 28, 2024 • 48 mins
What up, Pickles?! We have another fantastic episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss:
- Getting into writing competitions
- Pros
- Feedback from multiple and credible judges.
- Keep your writing chops wet.
- Learning time management.
- Build your portfolio.
- Engage in critical thinking.
- Potentially receive rewards (prizes & awards).
- Cons
- Being ripped off
- Time constraints that you maybe can’t meet...
- Pros
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February 22, 2024 • 50 mins
What up, Pickles?! We have another fantastic episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss:
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- When in your writing journey should you enter writing contests?
- How to prep for competitions
- Fix these mistakes before entering a competition
- Writing styles
- Use homophones
- Check grammatical errors
- Check spelling mistakes
- Be aware of proper cohesion and alignment
- The psychology behind writing competitions
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February 14, 2024 • 56 mins
What up, Pickles?! We have another fantastic episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss:
- The importance of joining a writers group.
- Pros
- Collective consciousness (writers who collaborate together tend to lift other writers up)
- Comfort in sharing your story and receiving constructive criticism.
- The opportunity to bounce ideas off of your new friends and receive valid feedback.
- Cons
- Getti...
- Pros
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February 7, 2024 • 37 mins
What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we talk to Tina Holland about:
- What made her start writing and why romance?
- What inspires her to write?
- What goals do she set for herself when starting a new story, and how do she set or meet these goals?
- Is there a part of the writing process she dislikes or even dread?
- What's her favorite part of the writing process?
- If she ha...
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January 31, 2024 • 40 mins
What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss:
- Editing by publisher
- Cover design & book production
- Marketing
- Self-Publishing
- Traditionally Published
- Press releases
- Social media
- Get book signing gigs
- Where to book signing gigs?
- Get on podcasts & other interview options (blogs, vlogs, etc.)
- Write a thank you letter to your agent and pu...
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January 24, 2024 • 47 mins
What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss:
- The query letter
- What should be in it
- Formatting
- Proof-read
- Create multiple
- Send everywhere
- Getting that agent
- Do you really need an agent?
- Traditional publishing vs Self-publishing
- Should you query more than 1? Can you have more than 1?
- Where to find them
- Do you need to pay an agent?
- Typical costs...
- Do you really need an agent?
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January 17, 2024 • 45 mins
What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss:
...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beve...
- The Top 5
- Small press
- Benefits and Cons of being traditionally published vs self-publishing
- Do you need an agent?
- Do you need a manager?
- Query letters
- When to pull the trigger
- Can the publisher reach your intended reader?
- Contracts
- Offers/book deals
...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beve...
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January 10, 2024 • 34 mins
What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss:
- Formatting for the platform
- Cover art
- Should you include copyright data in your book?
- Solid Synopsis for back cover
- Fees depending on the platform
- Ingram Sparks
- KDP (Amazon)
- Nook (B&N)
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January 3, 2024 • 42 mins
What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss:
- What is self-publishing? Pros and cons? What self-publishing companies are out there?
- Amazon vs. Barnes & Noble
- Ingram Sparks
- Draft2Digital
- The pros and cons of each
- Should you stay loyal to one or extend publishing to multiple?
- I.e. use KDP Select
- STAY AWAY FROM THE GLAMOUR!
- Xlibris
- Lulu
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November 29, 2023 • 51 mins
What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss:
...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing...
- Recap of the entire season
- What’s next for season 2?
- 2 major Self Publishing companies, Barnes and Noble/Amazon
- Small Companies, Draft 2 Digital
- Glamour Publishers (pay to self-publish?)
- Marketing
- Self Published Guest
- 2 major Self Publishing companies, Barnes and Noble/Amazon
...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing...
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November 22, 2023 • 31 mins
What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss:
- Where to find an editor?
- Can it just be someone you trust?
- Experienced vs Novice
- Should you pay as an indie author and how much?
- Can you send it to an agent or publisher before you get it edited?
- Pros and Cons.
- What it boils down to when it comes to editing
- Which way do you want to go wit...
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November 15, 2023 • 29 mins
What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss:
- Get others to read your work. (Beta readers)
- Should you use friends or family as Beta Readers?
- How to find strangers as Beta Readers.
- I.e. Facebook groups, Instagram, or utilize other social media tactics
- Copyright (how to protect your work against your “Beta Readers”)
- WGA, Date and Address, Tru...
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November 8, 2023 • 30 mins
What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss:
- How many drafts are enough? Should there be a limit?
- Revise, revise, and revise some more.
- Knowing when your story is finalized. (For you)
- The lazy writer vs the Perfectionist (Both are BAD).
- Where do you go from here?
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November 1, 2023 • 26 mins
Hey, Pickles! On this episode, we discuss:
- Don’t rush it
- Let it end where it needs to.
- Tie up loose ends.
- Not all plot holes need filling.
- End-end or the end of the beginning? (Stand-alone or series)
- Tie up loose ends.
- Can there be too much to an ending?
- The editing process can judge that.
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October 25, 2023 • 43 mins
Hey Pickles! On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel we discuss:
- The Foundations (of your world)
- Does it have a basis on Earth? Or beyond?
- Sand or Stone? Does the foundation support the story, or is it doomed to collapse?
- The build-out
- How does the world expand from the foundation, and is it sound?
- Ex. if your world has magic in it, but your story isn’t about magic, how does one support the other?
- Limited o...
- How does the world expand from the foundation, and is it sound?
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October 25, 2023 • 61 mins
HAPPY HALLOWEEN! On this episode, we read some spooky stories!
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October 25, 2023 • 43 mins
Hey Pickles! On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel we talk about:
- Past, present, future: Character decisions
- Where did the character come from?
- Backstory.
- Does The backstory influence your character's decisions?
- Do you need a complete physical description?
- Is vagueness better?
- Personality
- How does personality separate your characters from each other?
- How does the main character(s) personality affect other ...
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October 25, 2023 • 42 mins
Hey Pickles! On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel we discuss:
- What is a plotter? What is a Pantser? What is a Plantser?
- Pros vs. Cons
- Where do you start your story?
- Character development
- Worldbuilding
- Does this apply to all types of writers?
- Pros vs. Cons
- Which one are you?
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October 25, 2023 • 41 mins
Hey Pickles! On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we get into setting achievable goals for your writing! We discuss taking steps to reach your goals, finding inspiration, and so much more.
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