Parents Who Write
Repeat after me: "I cannot do the dishes until I sit down and write for at least 10 minutes." Welcome to Parents Who Write, the podcast that helps you pursue your writing dreams. Join host, Erin P.T. Canning—an indie author, editor, writing coach, and mom of two young boys—as she helps you to regularly make time for your writing, strengthen your voice, and gain confidence and direction, so you can own your identity as a writer and thrive as an author. You’ll hear from other writers and authors as they share (1) how and why they make time to write, (2) what keeps them inspired, and (3) what they’ve learned throughout their journey, including publishing and marketing tips. Their experiences will inspire you and help you find solutions to the struggles that many writers face. We’ll also talk about the craft of creative writing, including my personal favorite genres of fantasy and romance, and discuss techniques you can apply to your own manuscripts. Enjoy the laughs, the writing tips, the occasional parenting stories, and the relief in knowing you’re not alone. Episodes release every other Tuesday.
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Have you ever read a book and the world falls away? Pay attention to those moments. Because as writers, we can learn a lot from the books that inspire us. We should study what works and why. We can also explore what didn’t work for us and learn how that knowledge can also shape us into the writers we want to be. In
Juggling motherhood, writing, and career aspirations? Join Erin as she chats with author and editor Jessica Dall about her journey from fan fiction to publishing historical romance and romantasy. Discover the challenges and rewards of balancing writing and editing, as well as the unexpected twists and turns of motherh
Ever wondered what makes a bestselling book tick? In this episode, we dive deep into the world of genre analysis and why having this knowledge is vital to your author career. Learn how to identify and leverage the key components that make your genre resonate with readers. You’ll also discover how understanding those
Every feel like a fraud? Imposter syndrome can plague even the most successful writers. In this episode, host Erin P.T. Canning chats with developmental editor and life coach Charlotte Chipperfield about strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome and building self-belief. Listen in as they explore the root causes of
Do you ever feel like you"re drowning under the pressure to be a perfect parent, spouse, and—on top of that—a creative writer? In today’s episode, host Erin P.T. Canning and fellow Fantasy Author Michelle Summers share their experiences and strategies for balancing writing with family life. Through this conversation,
67. Memoir writing tips: Transforming journal entries into a book w/ Sarah Birnbach
Curious about transforming journaling entries into a published memoir? Joining us today is Sarah Birnbach, author of the memoir "A Daughter"s Kaddish." Sarah shares her surprising journey from journal facilitator to published author and how journaling helped her heal through grief. But the question remains: How do you
