Kick Back and Listen to these Nine Writing Podcasts

Kick Back and Listen to these Nine Writing Podcasts Morning commutes, family obligations, and to-do lists longer than your arm- sometimes finding the time to be inspired as a creative is easier said than done. But with a little clever planning, and these nine writing podcasts downloaded on to your phone or laptop, you can listen to inspiration and advice from bestselling authors in the industry without taking time out of your busy schedule.Podcasts offer a great way for busy writers to connect to outside advice in the world of publishing. Photo by Aiony Haust on Unsplash.The Creative Penn Podcast: Writing, Publishing, Book Marketing, Making A Living With Your WritingListen to PodcastThis podcast is part of The Creative Penn, a website run by Joanna Penn, who is an award-nominated, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of thrillers. Her website has been voted in the Top 100 sites for writers by Writers Digest and new podcast episodes are posted every Monday on the site.The Creative Penn Podcast features interviews, inspiratio n and information on writing and creativity, publishing options, book marketing and creative entrepreneurship. You can subscribe on RSS, iTunes, Android, Stitcher, Spotify or YouTube, or simply access the podcast through the website.Some of the most recent episodes include titles such as:Managing a Diverse Creative Career with Tim ChizmarAttraction Marketing and Tips for Creative Business with Andre ChaperonMobile Payments, Reaching Chinese Readers, and AI for Voice with Makoto Tokudome9 Ways That Artificial Intelligence (AI) Will Disrupt Authors and the Publishing Industry in the Next 10 YearsWriting ExcusesListen to PodcastThe Writing Excuses Podcast contains episodes that vary in length between fifteen and twenty-five minutes and the tagline is a fun haiku that says Fifteen minutes long, because youre in a hurry, and were not that smart.These fast-paced episodes are produced by writers, for writers, with new episodes airing every Sunday around 6pm EST. They are produced with the goal of helping listeners become better writers by a team of industry experts who simply love to write. Even better, Season 10 is designed to be a masterclass in the process of creating a story, and walks listeners step-by-step through how to do it successfully.Some of the most recent episodes from Season 12 include titles such as:Variations on First PersonHow to Nail Character Voice in First PersonHybrid ViewpointsLiterary FictionAskALLi Self-Publishing Weekly BroadcastListen to PodcastAskALLi Self-Publishing Weekly Broadcast features advice, best practices, and tips about self-publishing provided by the Alliance of Independent Authors. Although there are a few podcasts already published on their website, beginning in August 2019, the AskALLi Self-publishing Weekly Broadcast will offer a new advice broadcast weekly. For video, check out the Facebook Live video posted every Monday, or if youd rather hear the audio version, the same broadcast is published as an audio podcast on the f ollowing Wednesday. They also feature a weekly audio interview of an Inspirational Indie Authors on Sundays.The weekly broadcast is hosted by Orna Ross, along with bestselling author Adam Croft, PublishDrives Dalma Szentply, and ALLi Communications Manager Boni Wagner-Stafford.Some of the most recent episodes include titles such as:How to Be a Productive Writer and PublisherFind Your Writing Rhythm and Balance Across Days and WeeksWhat Copyright Means for the Independent AuthorSelf-Publishing Advice Conference Highlights: How to Create the Villain Your Hero Deserves, with Sacha BlackThe Manuscript Academy PodcastListen to PodcastIf youre looking for a free podcast full of valuable information for writers, The Manuscript Academy Podcast has you covered. It features interviews with agents and editors, how-to tips, and a wealth of information for writers looking to publish across various genres. You can find the podcast, which is published weekly, on the iTunes Store by searching for M anuscript Academy and on Soundcloud at the above link.The Manuscript Academy Podcast is organized and produced by literary agent Jessica Sinsheimer and media professional Julie Kingsley. The two offer online-based conferences to provide writers with networking opportunities and manuscript support.Some of the most recent titles include:Research, Historical Novels, and Helen Gurley Brown with Park Avenue Summer Author Renee RosenGraphic Novels with Stephanie Guerdan at HarperLive Pitches, Thrillers, And A Large Emotional and Aesthetic RangeA Real Live Consultation with Agent Danielle ChiottiThe Bestseller Experiment PodcastListen to PodcastCould you write a bestseller in 52 weeks? Thats the experiment that Mark Stay and Mark Desvaux undertake as they attempt to learn about, write and publish a bestseller in that timeframe. Throughout their podcast, produced weekly, they interview important authors, agents, editors and social media experts- all with the goal of writing a bestselling no vel. Some authors on their interview list include Michael Connelly, Joanne Harris, Bryan Cranston, Ian Rankin, John Connolly, Scott Lynch, Michelle Paver, Maria Semple, and Shannon Mayer, among others.The Bestseller Experiment Podcast can be streamed through their website (see the above link), or downloaded automatically on iTunes or Podcast Addict.Some of the most recent titles include:Catherine Kirwan – Darkest DebutAn Indie Author Journey With Mike MorrisMike Shackle – Never Give Up, Never SurrenderWriting Alt. History with JDK WynekenHelping Writers Become Authors PodcastListen to PodcastHelping Writers Become Authors is the brainchild of award-winning and internationally published author K.M. Weiland. In addition to the podcast, she mentors authors through her blog, vlog, and writing how-to books. Listeners can subscribe to the Helping Writers Become Authors podcast in iTunes, or access the episodes directly by following the above link.Some of the most recent epis odes include:How to Make Your Plot a Powerful Thematic MetaphorTaking Your Writing to the Next Level: Whole-Life ArtCritique: 4 Ways to Write Gripping Internal Narrative5 Ways to Earn Your Audiences LoyaltyGrammar Girl Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing PodcastListen to PodcastIf youve looked online for tips to improve your writing, youve likely come across Grammar Girls writing. It is the alternate ego of Mignon Fogarty, founder of the Quick and Dirty Tips network and creator of Grammar Girl, which has been named one of Writers Digests 101 best websites for writers. She is also an inductee in the Podcasting Hall of Fame. In 2017, her podcast won an award for the Best Education Podcast and is an excellent resource for writers across all levels. She provides advice on grammar, punctuation, style, and more on her ad-free podcast episodes. You can also access exclusive bonus episodes, only on Stitcher Premium. Use code GRAMMAR for one free month at stitcherpremium.com/grammar.Some of the most recent episodes include:Sometimes Its Not a Bad Idea to Dumb Down Your LanguageBlue Collar, Bluestocking, and the Blue Hair Brigade. Oral Versus VerbalPresent Tense When Writing About Fiction. The Poop Emoji and EggcornsWhy There Are 9 Different Ways to Pronounce the Letter TThe Creative Writers Toolbelt PodcastListen to PodcastThe purpose of The Creative Writers Toolbelt Podcast is to offer creative writers help with various creative writing techniques. Episodes are published sporadically (sometimes bi-monthly, sometimes once a month) and include author interviews, along with tips and advice from writers, editors, academics in writing, and writing coaches.Some of the most recent episodes include:When characters go rogueThe smell of saffron; the shadow of war. Writing and publishing out of a non-Western background with Dr Pamela FernandesYour guide for the journey. The work of the sensitivity reader with Patrice Williams MarksYou are valuable just as you are. And so is your writing. A conversation with Jen LoudenBeautiful Writers PodcastListen to PodcastThe Beautiful Writers Podcast is hosted by author Linda Sivertsen (aka Book Mama) and features some of the worlds most beloved bestselling authors for monthly chats on writing, publishing, deal-making, spirituality, activism, and the art of romancing creativity. Youll find this podcast listed as one of The Motley Fools 10 Best Podcasts for Women and at the top of the literature spot on iTunes. It also features behind-the-scenes advice from agents who guide writers step-by-step through the process of finding representation for their work.Some of the most recent episodes include:Catherine Oxenberg: Rambo Princess DiariesMeg Wolitzer: Blockbuster NovelistAbby Wambach: Wisdom from the WolfpackTosca Lee: Writing the Perfect ThrillerYou can stream podcasts or download them to your favorite device to listen on-the-go. Photo by Juja Han on Unsplash.