Ready, Set, Write

Today we talk about the dreaded topic of OUTLINES for both fiction and nonfiction work. You don't have to be an organizer at heart to make use of the power of outlines though--listen to this episode and discover how easy it is to begin creating a basic skeleton for your next article, story, or novel. For writers looking for support with their self-publishing, please visit me at design.michaelalwill.com. For writers seeking inspiration and community, come find me on Instagram @michaelalwill.

We conclude our MOTIVATION series with a look at how to handle the exhaustion, frustration, and strange paralysis that can come with approaching the end of a work. We also talk about what to start thinking about once you've finished your first (or current) draft--there's a whole checklist of items to consider, so give this episode a listen and make sure you're prepared. For writers looking for support with their self-publishing, please visit me at design.michaelalwill.com. For writers seeking inspiration and community, come find me on Instagram @michaelalwill.

We continue our three-part series on MOTIVATION with a look at how to deal with the challenges of burning out in the middle of a piece. If you've ever felt fatigued, lost, or lacking the confidence to continue a work, this episode will help you ground yourself and figure out ways you can continue on. For writers looking for support with their self-publishing, please visit me at design.michaelalwill.com. For writers seeking inspiration and community, come find me on Instagram @michaelalwill.

Today we kick off a three-part series on MOTIVATION, covering motivation challenges and possible solutions for writers of both fiction and nonfiction. This series is ideal for any writer struggling to start, continue, or finish their work and will equip those writers with the tools they need to assess their struggles and make smart choices about how to move forward. For writers looking for support with their self-publishing, please visit me at design.michaelalwill.com. For writers seeking inspiration and community, come find me on Instagram @michaelalwill.

Today's podcast is Part II in my series on self-publishing. I discuss the ins-and-outs of publishing a print book on the CreateSpace platform, detailing your book's exterior, interior, and the associated CreateSpace metadata. Whether you're going to publish your print book all on your own, with a designer or concierge, or simply want to research what's involved, this podcast will leave you ready to bring your book into the world! For writers looking for support with their self-publishing, please visit me at design.michaelalwill.com. For writers seeking inspiration and community, come find me on Instagram @michaelalwill.

Today I discuss the topic of habit and specifically building a daily writing habit, using resources such as my newly released 90-day creative writing workbook, "Ready, Set, Write: Level 1". This episode is ideal for writers who struggle to devote regular time to their writing, those who have fallen off of a routine they once had, or people looking to try their hand at writing for the first time. "Ready, Set, Write: Level 1" can be found here on Amazon.com. Questions or comments can be directed to me on Instagram (@michaelalwill) or on my website (michaelalwill.com).

Today I begin my series on self-publishing, taking writers from their final draft to their first sale. I begin this series by discussing what final draft pre-work is necessary, the pros and cons of print and digital, and an in-depth look at self-publishing on Amazon's KDP. If you've ever wondered what it takes to self-publish your writing, this episode (and series) is for you! For writers looking for support with their self-publishing, whether it's print, digital, or both, please visit design.michaelalwill.com. For writers seeking inspiration and community, follow me on Instagram @michaelalwill.

Today I talk about the top 5 mistakes I encountered when reviewing short story submissions for my literary magazine, Weird City. Reviewing these slip-ups is intended to give writers vital tips when submitting stories to literary magazines, agents, and publishers. Are you making these mistakes without even realizing it? Listen and find out! Featured in this episode: Weird City No.2 "Death or Resurrection" As always, share your comments or questions on michaelalwill.com, on Instagram (@michaelalwill) or Twitter (@michaelalwill).

Today we talk about writing and self-worth, looking at how the stresses of writing can challenge an individual's self-worth and offering up solutions to help any writer who finds themselves feeling weary or down.